Donald B. Gartland

Don Gartland, 86, was called home to the Lord, Wednesday evening, October 28, 2015, surrounded by Family. He was a devoted father, grandfather, uncle, husband, sibling, friends, and entrepreneur. Don was the heart and soul of the Beaverton Pharmacy for over 50 years as he dutifully served his community. He built his business with the philosophy of outstanding personal service and he was even known to make personal after hour deliveries of pharmaceuticals and merchandise when his customers were in need.

Don was born in March 1929 in Anaconda, Montana, spending his youth in Lewiston, Idaho. He met his love, Dorothy, at Washington State University and married in 1951. After serving for the Air Force in Waco, Texas, they settled in the Beaverton area and raised a family of six children, all of whom surrounded him for during his final days. Dorothy died in 1987 and in 2000, Don was married to Sharin Farnand and they enjoyed their life together until her death in 2007. Don spent his retirement traveling and at his beach house with family and friends. For the last four years, he resided at Laurel Park Retirement Center with many new and old friends.

Survivors include John and Kathy Gartland of Eugene, Oregon, Karen and Steve Murray of The Dalles, Oregon, Richard and Nina Gartland of Woodinville, Washington, Jeff and Sandy Gartland of Trophy Club, Texas, Sue and Jorge Ocampo of Portland, Oregon and Barb and Tom Eby of Beaverton, Oregon; ten grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and one great-grandchild on the way. Don was also survived his brother, Edward Gartland of London, England. He will be dearly missed by all.

In lieu of flowers, please donate to the Oregon Food Bank or

Maryville Nursing Home, in Beaverton Oregon.