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Donald Sargeant Obituary


DONALD CORBETT SARGEANT
November 11, 1933 ~ August 7, 2018

Donald Corbett Sargeant passed away in Vancouver, WA after a long illness caused by cancer. He was born in Calgary, Alberta, Canada to Dave and Margarita Sargeant.
He graduated as an engineer from the University of Alberta and worked in the petroleum business for 20 years. In 1954, he was married and had two daughters.
In 1973, Donald married Susan and worked internationally as a project manager until retirement, living and working in Iran, Argentina, South Africa, and Indonesia. He and Sue traveled extensively before, during and after those postings, and shared many adventures.
Donald is survived by his wife of 45 years, Susan; his two daughters, Sandi Johnson (John) and Peggy Albee (Ron); granddaughter, Jennifer Fancher (Andy); and two great-grandchildren, Daniel and Aspen.
There will be no services at his request.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Hospice Group at Kaiser Permanente, or the Audubon Society.
Please sign his guest book at: www.columbian.com/obits.

Published by The Columbian on Aug. 12, 2018.
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Don was a fine human being and a true friend. He inspired us in many ways. We remember him with fondness and gratitude.

Marjorie & Sanjay Panditji

August 16, 2018

My heartfelt sympathy goes out to your entire family. Please know that the God of all comfort has loving concern for you at this time, at Psalm chapter 34 verse 18. I know you will miss your precious loved one every day, may God give you strength, peace and loving memories. Ann Smith

August 14, 2018

I'm very sorry for your loss. Wishing you peace to bring comfort face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold on to. May God continue to comfort your family.

JF

August 13, 2018

It was a privilege to know him and work with him in our volunteer capacity. He did whatever he did impeccably!

paul Jarrett

August 12, 2018

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