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DONALD “DON” CHARLES FAZZIO
September 22, 1940 ˜ January 14, 2020
Donald “Don” Charles Fazzio passed away in Vancouver, Washington on January 14th, 2020 at the age of 79.
Don was born in Portland, Oregon on September 22nd, 1940. He was the first of two children born to Charles and Elenor Fazzio. Growing up, Don was driven, motivated, and sometimes stubborn. Those were the qualities that helped him succeed later in life.
He attended the University of Portland and graduated in 1962 with a degree in psychology. When running his own business, he jokingly said that his degree helped him in customer service.
Don and his father started Fazzio Fruit and Produce, Inc. In 1960, it grew from a small wholesale business in a farmers market to a 30,000 square foot facility that sold frozen fruits, vegetables, and prepared foods. After many years of success, Don sold his business and retired in 2005.
Don’s first marriage was to Carol Innocenti. They had two children; Michelle (Fazzio) Jensen and Troy Fazzio. Then in 1985, he married Sally Zanobelli. They had two children; Kristie (Fazzio) Hedlund and Vito Fazzio.
Don was a caring father and family man. In his free time he enjoyed traveling, especially to the beach. He loved sports, movies, and, like a true Italian, food. He was the “Don” of his family, often providing advice and comfort to many. He was loved and cherished by all.
Don was preceded in death by his parents; and his sister, Charlene (Fazzio) Brentano.
He is survived by his wife, Sally Fazzio of Vancouver, Washington; his children, Michelle Jensen (Karl), Troy Fazzio (Joy), Kristie Hedlund (Travis), and Vito Fazzio; his granddaughters, Elizabeth Jensen, Lauren Jensen, and London Hedlund; and many other extended family members and friends.
A recitation of the Rosary will be held on Wednesday, January 29th at 8:30 a.m. followed by a funeral Mass at 9:00 a.m. at the Proto-Cathedral of St. James the Greater in Vancouver, Washington.
In lieu of flowers, please send donations in Don’s memory to Shriners Hospital for Children in Portland, Oregon.
Please sign his guest book @ www.columbian.com/obits
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6 Entries
a loved one
January 27, 2020
Heartfelt condolences to the entire Fazzio family.
Tom and Christa Trask
January 27, 2020
My condolences to the family . May you find comfort in your treasured memories and Gods promise to return our loved ones who passed away in death . 1st Thessalonians 4 : 13 & 14 .
January 26, 2020
Know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. The Don was a great man! We were honored to know him.
Steve & Melissa Nelms
January 25, 2020
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Barry & Patti Corno
January 21, 2020
We are sorry for the loss of a great man! We feel honored that we met and got to be a part of a wonderful family! The Don will truly be missed but never forgotten.
LaLoni and Randy Hedlund
January 20, 2020
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