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BORN
1938
DIED
2019
Don Agnew Obituary
Mr. Agnew passed away Friday, November 8, 2019 in Tyler. He was born July 12, 1938 in Dallas to Jack Gill Agnew and Ruby Annelle Crowell Agnew.
Don was a member of many professional organizations. He graduated from the University of North Texas. He held the position of Director of Communications with Tyler ISD.
Don was preceded in death by his parents and his youngest daughter, Lynn Kirkman. He is survived by his loving family including wife, Joyce Agar Agnew; their children and spouses, Lisa Agnew (Steve Morgan), Larry Agnew (Shelly), and Lyle Agnew (Teri); their grandchildren, Whitney Agnew Scruggs (Casey), Cameron Agnew (Macy), Cody Kirkman (Ashley), Katelynn Mobley (John), Taylor Bardin (Taylor), Madeline Simonetti, Jack Agnew, and Julianna Agnew; great-grandchildren, Cooper and Sawyer Scruggs, and Emmalynn Kirkman; as well as his brother, Gary Agnew; sister Judy Baker (Charlie); brother-in-law, Charles Agar; and son-in-law Norman Kirkman.
Pallbearers will be Don's grandsons.
Visitation is scheduled from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, November 12, 2019 at Stewart Family Funeral Home, 7525 Old Jacksonville Highway in Tyler.
If desired, memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society, 1301 S. Broadway, Tyler, TX 75701, the American Heart Association, P.O. Box 841125, Dallas, TX 75284 or charity of choice.
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DAVID WELCH
November 11, 2019
Don was a Olympic pool buddy and will be missed especially for his sense of humor. Dave Welch
Ann Harper Bonner
November 11, 2019
Don married my dear friend and classmate, Joyce. He became a dear friend also, and participated in our class reunions over the years. At this sorrowful time, I am leaning on God for Joyce and her family, for their comfort and strength. We all endure loss and pain, but come to rejoice that time and faith heal us.
Bill Chase
November 11, 2019
Enjoyed a professional relationship with Don for many years, and finally found out he was married to a good friend and high school classmate -- so sorry to hear of his passing -- thinking of Joyce
HARRIETT COWHEY
November 11, 2019
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
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