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Donald Persek Obituary
A memorial service will be conducted for Donald James Persek, 55, of Vacaville, at 11 a.m. Wednesday at Valley Evangelical
Free Church, 5063 Maple Road, Vacaville. Dr. Raleigh Galgan will officiate.
A native of Fresno, he died in San Jose on March 23, 2006, following a stroke.
Don was a warehouseman at Vacaville's Luckys Distribution Center for 20 years before his retirement in 1995.
He loved spending time with his family, cooking and preparing for the arrival of his first grandchild. He was so excited to be "Gramps." He was a sweet soul who made those who knew him feel loved. His family takes comfort in knowing that he is in the presence of Jesus Christ.
Survivors include his wife of 30 years, Sharon, of Vacaville; daughter, Magen Persek Boykin and son-in-law, Brad Boykin of Vacaville; sons, Dustin Persek of San Francisco, Jason and Matt Persek of Orange County; brothers, Charlie Persek of Sparks, Nev., and Ed Persek of Orange County; and one grandchild "on the way."
Don is also survived by his father-and-mother- in-law, Lyle and Yona Zimmerman; and many extended family members of the Persek and Zimmerman families.
Don was preceded in death by his parents, Joe and Jeanette Persek; brother, Joe Persek; and grandparents, Joe "Pop" and Rose Fletcher.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Stevens-Johnson Syndrome Foundation, PO Box 350333, Westminster, Co., 80035-0333.
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Memories and Condolences
for Donald Persek
Jack Hooper
April 14, 2006
Sharon,
I am very sorry. If you need anything let me know.I will miss Don.
ANGIE HINKLE
April 3, 2006
SHARON, MAGEN AND DUSTIN, OUR PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU DURING THIS VERY DIFFICULT TIME. I REMEMBER YOUR DAD/ HUSBAND AS A VERY CARING MAN, AND VERY EASY GOING. WE'VE BEEN PRAYING FOR YOU AT ROLLING HILLS COMMUNITY CHURCH.
Bob & Bettie Green
April 2, 2006
May God, who calls our loved ones home, be close to you. May He enfold you with His love and give you comfort.
Cris Spangler
March 31, 2006
Sharon & Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this very sad time. Each time we saw Don, as we crossed paths in Vacaville, it was always a warm, gentle, kind man that we spoke with. His love for all of you showed in his eyes and his smile and you will hold those memories in your heart and your thoughts always. We will always cherish the memories of our family sharing the day with the Persek/Zimmerman families and all the love that all of you shared with each other.
Love,
Lee & Cris Spangler & Family
Linda (Slagle)Patrick
March 31, 2006
Dear Sharon, Meghan, Dustin and the Zimmerman family: When I saw Don's obituary, I couldn't believe my eyes. The memories of your families came flooding back as I had Dustin, Carly and Lucas in my Kindergarten classes at Sierra Vista School many years ago. Please know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers and I know that God is with all of you. Much love, Linda (Slagle) Patrick.
Jackie Phillips
March 29, 2006
Sharon and family,
Our thoughts and prayers have been with you for the past few weeks. The joys and love shared with Don are gifts you all will carry in your hearts forever. Wishing you peace in your hearts.
Jackie and Don
Lori Guerrieri
March 28, 2006
Sharon,
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your husband. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Lori Guerrieri (Northbay ICU)
Bob Davis
March 28, 2006
Sorry for your loss. I worked with Don an Lucky for several years.
Laura Abel
March 26, 2006
To the Persek Family,
Please know my thoughts and prayers are with each of you. I am saddened by your loss but know Heaven has added an angel.
God Bless you all,
Laura Abel
Earl & Beverly Burton
March 26, 2006
Dear Magen,
We were so sorry to hear of your father's demise. He will live in your heart and memory forever. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in this sorrowful time.
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