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1959
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2011
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KARL FAGAN Obituary
He was born on September 21, 1959 in Burlington, WA to Edward and Shirley Fagan.
Karl graduated from Stanwood High School and then he joined the United States Marine Corp.
Karl worked for Blue Streak and Vector Industries as their Vice President of Sales with over 20 years of devotion.
He married Donna McDonald on June 7, 2008 in Everett, WA.
Karl enjoyed camping, crabbing, playing the guitar, and writing songs. He especially loved to go fishing anywhere as long as he could cast his line in the water. Karl was a member of the PNAA and served as one of their board members.
Karl is preceded in death by his father, Edward Fagan.
He is survived by his beloved wife, Donna Fagan; daughters, Tiffanie Overstreet, Angela Overstreet; sons, Nathan Fairchild; Shriane Phoenixx; mother, Shirley Fagan; brothers, Kelly Fagan; Kent Fagan; grandchildren, Jaxon; Santino; Kaitlyn; Kennedy; Piper.
There will be a memorial service at 11:00 a.m., Thursday March 24, 2011 at the Evergreen Funeral Home Chapel, 4504 Broadway, Everett, WA 98203.
Memorial donations can be made to the Susan G. Komen 3 Day Foundation in the name of his wife Donna Fagan, www.3day.org/gotodonnafagan, Donna is a walker for the 3 day foundation.
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Memories and Condolences
for KARL FAGAN
Cheryl Burkhead
September 6, 2011
I has been MANY years since I have seen you, Karl, though I thought I ran into your mom at the fruit stand in Stanwood a few years ago. I was told of your death and know for all who knew you, the loss is enormous. Some of my fondest memories were of picking berries with the Fagan clan, like when you put on the size 6 yellow sweatshirt and couldn't get out of it. I still laugh at the scene of you trying to get it off. There aren't really enough words to express what I am certain many family and friends feel at your passing. There was never a doubt that you were a special part of all those you have known. My family was shocked and dismayed. I hope your family finds vision to move forward through the great loss they must feel and know that there are many lives touched over the years that hold them up.
Donna Fagan
April 26, 2011
This was one of Karl's email's to me before he went to California on a business trip and they were read at his memorial:
I miss him every second of every day!
From: Karl Fagan [mailto:[email protected]]
Sent: Saturday, February 26, 2011 1:02 PM
To: Donna Fagan
Subject: TO THE LOVE OF MY LIFE!
Angel Girl! I am soooo Lucky to be your man, to be the one....the chosen one that you picked to LOVE! You are a Miracle and a blessing and an Inspiration. Not just to me to it seems the longer I am with you the broader the deeper that circle seems to be. You put a smile on my face and on my heart. When I think of you, I think of love and about love and what that is and what that means....what we have and what we share with each other is very rare. I personally do not know of anyone who has it, I am sure they are out there. I know that movies portray it to the world, but that is actors acting it (and they are good at it and it makes people dream and imagine that it is real) but for most people that is as close as they get. I am truely blessed by you and your love! I also get more and more blessings by Jaxon, Tino, Angela and Tiffanie ... that too is honest love and I believe that that is also real! I also feel loved by your sisters and Mom...even though I only see them every now and then ( and Jim and Russ get to see them everyday). I know they see the love in your eyes, hear it in your voice and feel it in their hearts that you are loved by a good man.
I breathe your breath, feel your heart beat, see your soul, read your mind and love your thoughts and your dreams...you are the other half of me...the part I can never be by myself, yet the part I need to complete myself. You give me those things, willingly, lovingly, caringly and openly! I try to never take any of these things for granted, especially you. And I try to tell you everyday that I LOVE YOU! They are just words, but what I am saying is sooo much more than that!
I know when you read this I will be away in LA on business, but believe me, even when we are apart, you are with me and a part of me!
To my love, with all my love!
K
PS I will be home soon...and you are my Home!
My Reply:
From: Donna Fagan [mailto:[email protected]]
Sent: Monday, February 28, 2011 8:28 AM
To: 'Karl Fagan'
Subject: RE: TO THE LOVE OF MY LIFE!
Oh Baby,
I love you, I love you, and I love you some more. I just read your email and it is the most beautiful, heartfelt, and wonderful thing I have ever read (and have known). I am truly blessed to be your wife and your love and even the sweeter is that you are all of those things and everything to me! I have always said that I love my crush and my crush loves me back, so I could never ask for anything better! Thank you for being you and being the love of my life!
I know you will have a busy day today, but just know that I am thinking of you, and when you see a palm tree think of me! LOL!
I love you!
D.
Karl at a seminar ~ He loved his job and his co-workers! You are dearly missed!
Donna Fagan
April 20, 2011
Dave Thayer
April 4, 2011
I would like to extend my condolences to Donna and the family. Although I hadn't been in contact with Karl for a time, I still have happy memories of the times I spent with Karl, both at the plant and on the numerous business trips we made to various parts of the US, Canada and Europe. Karl was always a gentleman and just a real pleasure to have as a traveling companion and associate. Karl was one of the most upbeat persons I ever met and he always projected a positive attitude. I was very saddened to hear of his passing. I hope that we can all take some inspiration from Karl's too short life to help us deal with the future.
Lorna Thomassen
April 4, 2011
I had the privilege of getting to know Karl through PNAA and through the several trips he made to Abbotsford, BC to participate in the Abbotsford Airshow and to promote business between US and Canadian aerospace companies. Committed to enhancing the industry, always smiling and downright nice, he was such a pleasure to work with. My deepest sympathies to Karl's family.
DeAnn Long
March 28, 2011
I did not know Karl, but I did know his mother Shirley and what a wonderful and loving mother, I am so sorry for the loss of your son. When we talked the love she has for her family is very clear. Again I am sorry for your loss.
Karl, Les. Kelly
Leslie Quintus
March 25, 2011
Tracy Armes
March 25, 2011
I feel truly honored to have met Karl and to know Donna. I am so so sorry for your loss, heaven has gained an angel! Donna, Goerge Strait's "Our Love is Unconditional" will hold an extra special place in my heart and both Cory and I feel blessed to have had Karl sing our first wedding dance together. If we could only have just a smidge of the love the two of you shared we will do ok. All of our love and prayers are sent to you and your family. May Karl rest in peace.
Sherman & Vera Estes
March 24, 2011
We were truly blessed to have had the opportunity to spend over 25 years living next door to such a wonderful person as Karl. His zest for life, love for his family, talent, kindness and personality will be missed deeply. He brought such joy to everything he did and every life he touched. We will miss him so very much. Donna and family - Our prayers and love are with you. The love you and Karl shared was in deed like a storybook and we believe that someday the happy ever after will be continued for you together.
Hope Marter
March 24, 2011
I did not know Karl except through Donna so he had to be an exceptional man. My heart goes out to his family. I love you very much.
Susie Hardin
March 24, 2011
Today we celebrated the Life of Mr. Karl. There was standing room only inside & outside. He was honored by so many friends & family.
I knew I loved Mr. Karl when I realized how much he loved my Sissy, her children & grandchildren. He was so easy to love. He always made me feel like the most important person in the room, as he did so many others. Karl shared his heart with so many & was so generous in every way. The love he had with my Sissy was the Perfect Love & I know neither one of them ever had that kind of love until they met each other. Thank You Mr. Karl for giving my Sissy the life she always wanted. I know you will be waiting for us in heaven, but I do expect you to show up every once in a while to help us help Donna get through each day, one day at a time.
I promise to do my best to help take care of her with every bit of strengh I have in me.
Thank you for being such a beautiful part of our family & our world. I love you & will forever & forever miss you so much.
Susie Hardin
March 24, 2011
Today we celebrated the life of Mr. Karl. He was honored in so many ways. There was standing room only inside & outside. It was always just like him to draw a big crowd!
I knew I loved him when I realized how much he loved my Sissy. He gave his all to her, her children, & grand children. Every time I saw him he always made me feel like the most important person in the room, as he did everyone in his life.
So all I can say is Thank you Mr. Karl from the bottom of my heart. I know you will wait for us in heaven. I do expect you to keep your arms around us and come down every once in a while to help us know what to do to help Donna get through each day, one day at a time. The two of you were the Perfect Love and you were so blessed to have each other. You will live in my heart forever & I will forever Love You.
Christina Kelley
March 24, 2011
R.I.P. Karl ? ... you were a great co-worker and friend for MANY years...
you'll be deeply missed. It was always fun watching you play your guitar and sing in the key of Karl! Your entire family will be in my thoughts and prayers!
March 24, 2011
marleta Morgan
March 24, 2011
You were like a son growing up in my back yard with my kids. It was the Fagan's and the Morgan's that kept that neighborhood so much fun. I can't tell you how many memories I have of you and your family from those early years. You always came to the important times in our lives and we always looked forward to seeing you. You were like a brother to my son's and daughter and God bless you and the family you leave behind. You will be in my thought and your family in my prayers.
In loving thoughts Marleta Morgan
Marlene Perrigoue
March 24, 2011
Donna,my friend,
I know how much you loved Karl and how he adored you. If only everyone could have such a relationship. He was a good man and I know how much you and your whole family will miss him. My love and prayers are with you in this difficult time.
The three amigos
Kelly Fagan
March 24, 2011
Not only were you my brother, you were my dear friend. I will treasure all the good and bad times together.Stories that weren't so funny at the times but we would laugh about later.Like when you kicked down the front door,or the tree you cut down with me in it which later we tuned into a game. The best one was our gocart. we worked so hard on which didn't have any brakes, you said " Kelly you test drive it cause your the oldest, thanks Karl. What a fun ride right into the blackberry bushs.I have sooo many stories. we had some good laughs. I'll really miss you.
Your loving Brother, Kelly
Laird Gunn
March 24, 2011
I regrettably lost touch with Karl over the last decade, but memories especially good memories last a life time. I will aways remember the camp fires in my back yard, fishing, laughing and those goofy wonderful songs Karl sang so well at my house on Lake Ki. I swear if there was a fish to be caught Karl would hook it. I never knew Donna and the girls but my thoughts and prayers are with you. Yvonne, Nathan, and Shriane I wish my heartfelt condolences and prayers in your loss. The world was a better place with karl in it. Heaven has received a special man
Sincerely Laird Gunn
John Woodmansee
March 23, 2011
I have great memories of Karl from Skagit County Explorer Search and Rescue when we were teenagers. He and his father Ed were
a vital part of our organization.
Our prayers and thoughts are with the Fagan family.
John Woodmansee (Bow, WA)
MARSHANNA DROP
March 23, 2011
MR. K-- A GREAT MAN WAS LOST, BUT WILL FOREVER BE IN OUR HEARTS. MOM DONNA & GIRLS I CAN FEEL YOUR HURT TO LOSE SOMEONE SO QUICKLY...ALWAYS KEEP A SMILE TO WIPE AWAY YOUR TEARS, BECAUSE THAT'S WHAT HE WOULD WANT..
MR. K I WILL MISS YOUR SMILES, SONGS AND LAUGHTER
BOBBY SPARE
March 23, 2011
DONNA YOU AND THE GIRLS OUR IN MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS LOVE YOU GUYS VERY MUCH
Jim Adams
March 23, 2011
Over the past few days, each of us has struggled to find the words to express our sorrow at the loss of Karl. So far, for me, the words just aren’t there. I think he touched all of us who knew him, be it family, close friends, co-workers or casual acquaitinces, in pretty much the same way. We liked him, loved him, enjoyed his company but most of all we admired him and respected him.
Certainly this is un-thinkable loss for Donna and her girls, for Shirley and her family, for Karl’s children and grandchildren but this is a loss for all of us as well. The Karls of this world don’t come along very often and those of us who were blessed to know him are better for it.
His Mother-in-Law in Oklahoma has three fine son-in-laws, the kind that any Mother would be proud of. But, without a doubt, Karl was her favorite. I think he knew that but he never rubbed it in.
Karl was a singer of songs and a teller of tall tales. He knew no strangers and was a friend to all. Every experience shared with him was a joyious occasion. This is how I will remember him.
Dee Sheffler
March 23, 2011
I will always remember Karl for his sense of humor, neverending smile, and his willingness to take my money playing 'nickels'. I'm lucky to have known him and will miss him and remember him lovingly.
DARREL MCDONALD
March 23, 2011
WE LOVE YOU DONNA , AND WE WILL ALL MISS KARL. YOUR BOTHER DARREL
Heather Best
March 23, 2011
I wish I could be there for you in your time of grief. I am only ever a phone call away. I love you all. Mr. Karl was very loved and will be missed by all who knew him. He will live on in our hearts.
Jennifer Coombs
March 23, 2011
Donna, There are not adequate words to express how sorry I am for your loss. I know Karl filled your life with pure love, joy and humor. You and the your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Jim Sheehan
March 23, 2011
So deeply sorry to hear of Karl’s passing. We will all miss his kindness, generosity and big easy smile. He was quick to share a laugh, a story or a fishing rod. Karl was fiercely loyal to his family and friends and an inspiration to many of us.
You found a good man Donna and we are all going to miss him. Long may your reel sing my friend.
Tiffanie Overstreet
March 23, 2011
We miss you. May God hold you close to his heart in Heaven the way we alway will here. I love you.
Carmyn Yeager
March 23, 2011
Aunt Donna, I am so sorry for your time together being cut short. I know you will be together again someday and he is just getting your new home ready for when you arrive. All our love and prayers. Carmyn, Alexis and Scottie Yeager
Rick Sampson
March 23, 2011
Karl was like a Big Brother to me. He was a mentor always willing to share of himself his knowledge, life lessons, homemade treats, and his huge heart. A Great Man in my book.
Mike Rubino
March 23, 2011
So sad to hear this news. My prayers of peace, comfort, and love to Donna, the family, & all friends. Godspeed Karl.
Michelle Straub
March 23, 2011
I am thinking about each and every one of you. Donna, I am so sorry for your loss, and I will always remember his smile and sense of humor and the smile he put on your face. I love you all very much!
Yvonne Taylor
March 23, 2011
Karl always showed us how to live...with love, laughter and song.
He left the world a better place because he was in it.
He will be missed by everyone that knew him.
Yvonne Taylor
March 23, 2011
Karl & I met when I was only 16 years old, married 6 months later...and we were married for 20 years. We had two wonderful sons, Nathan and Shriane. One looks just like him and the other has his personality!
Karl always was so full of life, love and laughter and will always be remembered as someone that enjoyed living! He left this earth a better place because he was in it. He will be missed by everyone that knew him.
Robert Overstreet
March 23, 2011
I am happy that I got to meet Karl. A Wonderful man. Donna, I know you cherish the time you had with him, I know he was your heart. I love you.
Sheri Hammer
March 23, 2011
Donna,
I am so very sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts. I am sending positive energy.
Nadine Lawmaster
March 23, 2011
Donna, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Though I didn't know Karl personally, there is no question how much the two of you loved each other; just by viewing your pictures together!! May the love you shared and memories sustain you. Love, Nadine Lawmaster
Jan Webster
March 23, 2011
Gone too soon Karl. You were dearly loved on earth and will be remembered as you grace Heaven. RIP.
Mrs. Donna Fagan
March 23, 2011
Karl was the fairytale that every little girl dreams of having... He was my "Crush" that loved me back everyday! He left my world way too soon, but he left knowing that he was the love of my life and me knowing that I was the love of his life, his Angel Girl. I can live my life knowing what true love is and being forever grateful for his love for me. Oh, Baby, my wonderful handsome man, I will miss you forever! All my love, and Forever and Only Yours! Donna
Reagan Lyons
March 23, 2011
I am greatly saddened by this. Karl was way too young.. My sympathies go out to his family, both past & present.
Yvonne Taylor
March 22, 2011
I met Karl when I was 16 years old...and spent the next 20 years with him. I will always remember the wonderful times we had as a family and the love we shared. I know he had an amazing life and left it a better place because he was here.
We get to keep part of him, to live on thru his two precious sons, Nathan and Shriane. One looks just like him and the other has his personality!
He will always be remember and the memories treasured.
Cari Gilbert
March 22, 2011
I'm glad to have had the opportunity to meet Karl & hear him sing & play the guitar. Donna, may God bless you & your family during this difficult time.
Brittany Moreau
March 22, 2011
We are always here for you through this rough time. We all will love and miss this man for the rest of our lives.
Karen Karr
March 22, 2011
Even though I didn't know Karl personally,I will miss hearing of all the wonderful things he did for you, Donna. Yours was a true love I will never forget. May God be with you and your family. You are in my heart, friend.
Ellen Giddens
March 22, 2011
Karl has been a great part of my life since he was only 17 years old. He was a wonderful brother and I will always hold a special place in my heart for him. I will always remember him and I will always love him.
Claire Crane
March 22, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family now Donna. I am so sorry for your loss. From one kindrid spirit to another....
Becky Hewitt
March 22, 2011
So very sorry for the Fagan family's loss. Keeping all of you in my thoughts.
Gail Crawford
March 22, 2011
Karl was such a part of my heart for so long as a brother and loved him so much, will always remember his smile!! Will be forever missed!!
Michelle Manalastas
March 22, 2011
Donna, know our love and prayers are with you, the girls and all Karl's family. We love him, still.
Julie Gilchrist
March 22, 2011
Please accept my deepest sympathies Donna. Let me know if there is anything I can do for you or your family.
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