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1938
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2014
Donald Jasper Obituary
Donald passed away at home May 8th in Kirkland at the age of 75. He was born October 30, 1938 in Seattle and is survived by his loving wife of 50 years, Dawn, his son Dean, daughter Leigh and son in law Chaun. He will be greatly missed by his many friends and colleagues.
Please join us for a celebration of his life at the Golf Club at Newcastle, Friday, May 16th at 4:00 p.m. 15500 6 Penny Lane, Newcastle, WA 98059. (425-793-5566).
Don requested that in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Seattle Cancer Care Alliance, Attn: Donations, PO Box 19023 Seattle, WA 98109-1023
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Corey Matheson
June 18, 2024
So sorry to hear of Don's passing. I worked for Murray Franklyn for 10 years starting in 1984 and did maintenance on his personal home. Don was a gracious man and always took care of me.
Jim Hess
May 5, 2022
It's hard to believe it has been 8 years. I think of Don often as I drive around the Puget Sound area and see all of the neighborhoods that we built and remember walking the properties together as vacant land. Fun times.
Lindsey Joseph
June 6, 2014
With great respect and admiration, Don will be truly missed.
Heart felt condolences to Dawn, Leigh, Chaun and Dean.
Carol Vandenberg
May 24, 2014
So sorry to hear of Don's passing. I worked for him at Murray Franklyn and always admired him!
Roxanne Fiala
May 21, 2014
Dawn, I am sorry to hear of your loss. I'm sure you don't remember me but I started working for Murray Franklyn in 1978 and spent 10 very good years with the company. It was a wonderful experience for me to work for the Don's and Parker. Jasper was a man of such good character. How fortunate I was to work for him when I was just starting my career. I often fondly share stories from those days. My condolences.
May 20, 2014
Dawn and Family, We were so saddened to hear about Don. We loved having you as neighbors at Indian Ridge. He will be missed. Ron and Sandy Walk
May 19, 2014
Dawn: I was totally shocked to learn today from bob Schofield that Don had cancer, let alone that he passed two weeks ago.
At this age, we are all vulnerable, but with Don I was totally caught off guard. Bob said that you recently learned that he was at risk, but for some reason that word never came my way. Sharon and I wish we could have been there to provided some emotional support at the service. We have been traveling and are now back e Desert until mid-June.
Although I did not see Don on a regular basis, he was a sincere person that I admired and enjoyed being around. What a loss for you, the family, his business associates and friends. He will always have a special place in my thoughts. JOE
May 19, 2014
I was just advised of Don's passing and I wanted you to know I was sorry to hear of his death When I was Scoutmaster of Troop 606 Don an Dean were both important members of the troop. Don became a good friend and I appreciated his many contributions to the troop - especially the fun times we had on campouts.
John McGaw - Bellevue
Louis Howard
May 16, 2014
Don was one the generals for the development and home building arena.His legacy will be remembered. To the family prayers and condolences. Louis Howard
Jim Hess
May 16, 2014
Dear Dawn, Dean, Leigh, and Chaun,
The entire Hess family is so sorry for your loss. Don was so good to us all. Don was a mentor to many as other people have expressed in this forum. He will be dearly missed by many a what a tribute that is. A wise man once said that if you really want to see how important and big you are, then put your hand in a bucket of water, then pull it out and note how much the water level goes down. For most people, the change is insignificant. With Don, the bucket is empty.
Shelly Valentine
May 16, 2014
I worked for Don eons ago for Murray Franklyn. He was tough and taught me quite a bit from just a few of his words. A great mentor. His lessons have impacted me greatly in the success I have had in my career.
-Shelly Valentine
Dan Rivisto
May 16, 2014
You have my deepest sympathies for the loss of a great man, and father. What few occasions I had the pleasure to meet, and be around Don, provided me with the understanding of what a great man of character he was. I am truly sorry he is gone, and I know he will be missed dearly.
Emmett Price
May 13, 2014
Don was a mentor, a truly honest and admirable man. I've thought of him often the last few days. Many will miss his wisdom and humor.
Gene Wong
May 13, 2014
Connie and I will miss Don in Chelan where we have known him for more than 10 years. He was always energetic, helpful, and caring. A truly high class impactful man that I know will be missed by all who were fortunate enough to have known him.
Tom Witte
May 12, 2014
Don was a man's man, inspiring individualism, modeling professionalism, a caring person whose heart and mind seemed always in sync. We will miss him but have each of us who knew him a special spot in our memories that will inspire us to live life fully, admirably, courageously, and tirelessly committed to family, friends, co-workers, and integrtiy in all that one does in life.
leslie williams bauman
May 11, 2014
Don was my colleague, my friend and mentor. I will miss our early morning walks catching up on the latest gossip. Vaya con dios.
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Dan Burr
May 11, 2014
Don was a great person to be around. He had plenty of energy. a great sense of humor and was an all around good person. It was great to visit with Don and his family a week or so ago. We were able to share some good memories and remember good times. My thoughts and prayers of peace are with Don and His family.
Phil Ward
May 11, 2014
Don was a good friend. He was too young to go but the good lord has other plans for him.
Rest in peace
Bob Hannah
May 11, 2014
Don was a True gentleman in every sense of the word. A great golf partner and all around good guy. He will be missed, but not forgotten for his courage, and the way he handled his illness.
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