Donald H. Garrison

Don was born in Butte, Montana on July 3, 1925 and passed away at his home in Auburn on November 11, 2011 at the age of 86. His family moved to Washington when Don was six weeks old.Don worked for the Northern Pacific RR while attending Auburn High School, working nights as a “Call Boy” and going to school during the day. After graduation in 1943, he joined the Navy and served in the Asiatic Pacific aboard the US LSM – 144. When Don was discharged from the Navy he went back to work for the railroad. He retired from the Seattle office as Manager of Transportation in 1981. He also had worked in the Tacoma and Portland offices.Don and Ethel were married in 1948 at the White River Presbyterian Church in Auburn and had 63 good years. They loved to dance, cross country ski, fish and travel. Don is survived by his wife, Ethel, and many nieces and nephews. We will miss you Don, especially me, Ethel.Graveside services will be held at the Tahoma National Cemetery on Friday, December 9 at 1:30 pm. In lieu of flowers, please donate to the Auburn Food Bank or your favorite charity. A Celebration of Life Service will be held Sunday, December 11 from 2-4 pm at Wesley Homes, 32049 109th Pl SE, Auburn, WA.