With his family at his side, Donald L. Heimbigner, 77, of West Seattle, passed away August 18, 2017, due to complications of Alzheimer’s disease. He was born in Yakima, Washington on November 22, 1939. Following graduation from Walla Walla high school, Don served proudly in the Navy for 5 years as an Aviation Electronics Technician with the Iron Angels Squadron. Following his service in the navy, he worked for the local telephone company. In his early years, he climbed the telephone poles and worked on the lines. It was during this time he met, Linda Baccetti. They were married on September 16, 1967. Don continued to work for Pacific Northwest Bell and later US West for 35 years. During this time, he served as a Stewart for the union, Communication Workers of America or CWA and was an active supporter of the United Way. Don passionately supported his children’s activities. He served on the school parents board while his children attended Our Lady of Guadalupe School. He started a CYO track program at the school as well. He embraced his kids’ passion for soccer by becoming President of West Seattle Soccer Association, coaching his son’s team “The Apocalypse”, hosting many soccer camps, and fundraising for soccer events that took them all over Washington state, the U.S., and even Europe. He is survived by his children, Gina, John, Joe: and his 5 grandchildren, Andrew, Gabriel, Nathan, Angelica, and Jordan. Funeral arrangements will be held at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church in West Seattle on August 31, 2017 at 11am. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association.
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