Donald Lester Dupar

Entered into rest in Santa Rosa, CA, October 8, 2010, after a long illness. Dearly beloved fifty year husband of Sheila Mary DuPar of Santa Rosa, CA. Loving father of Candace (James) DuPar, Cherie Adamson and Jon (Lisa) DuPar, all of Santa Rosa. Adored grandfather of Carlee Russ, Luke and Beau Adamson, Max Landino and Anjelica and Anthony DuPar. Also survived by his brother Ken (Ann) DuPar of Santa Barbara, CA, and numerous nieces and nephews. A native of Monrovia, CA, age 75 years. Don is preceded in death by his parents, Paul and Annie (Laurie) DuPar and one brother, David DuPar. Don was reared in Monrovia and obtained his Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice. He is a veteran of the U.S. Army, having four years of service. Don was a police officer with the Pasadena Police Department and served as Sergeant with the Novato Police Department. His Law Enforcement service record extended seventeen years. He was also the owner of DuPar & Angel Manufactured Housing for twenty-four years. He was very active in the community church, loved playing his accordion, boating with his family and working in his yard. Family and friends are invited to attend a Celebration of Donald's Life on Tuesday, October 26, 2010 at 12:00 Noon at Living Word Family Church (1020 Center Street, Santa Rosa, CA, 95403). The family will host a reception immediately following the service. Private interment, Live Oak Memorial Park, Monrovia, CA. As an expression of sympathy, memorial contributions in Don's name may be made to American Cancer Society (1451 Guerneville Road, Santa Rosa, CA, 95403). Arrangements entrusted to: LAFFERTY & SMITH COLONIAL CHAPEL, Directors (707)539.2921