Condolence From: James H. Anderson, HSCS, USCG (Ret)
Condolence: I sincerely offer my most heartfelt condolences. I served with Don in Cape May, NJ 1988. I talked to him earlier this year. He was a mentor and a great shipmate. Thank you for posting in the Chief’s magazine. His wife and sons are not his only legacy, he touched many lives and will be greatly missed. God Bless the Golaszewski family.
Tuesday October 03, 2017
Condolence From: Art Kaminski (DoD Explosives Safety)
Condolence: Don was a great colleague and friend. We will miss him. Our condolences to his family. We will remember him in our prayers and fondly in our memories.
Wednesday July 05, 2017
Condolence From: Sheila Flood
Condolence: I was so sorry to hear about the loss of Don. I worked with Don at DoDEA and he was truly a kind and gentle man. He was so dedicated to his work and will be missed by all.
My heart and prayers go out to all of you at this very sad time.
Friday June 30, 2017
Condolence From: John Barnhart
Condolence: Our friendship was way too short. We were able to overcome distance and time to keep it alive. As time went by, life complicated our schedules but the short telephone calls and the occasional Saturday afternoon luncheon keep our friendship active.
Now the time has come for you to blaze the trail for the rest of us and I truly look forward to our next meeting in heaven.
Thursday June 29, 2017
Condolence From: James Revell
Condolence: I am sorry for your lost. Don will be truly missed. It was a honor to work with him. His cheerful greetings and positive attitude always brighten my day. Take care and God Bless.
Thursday June 29, 2017
Condolence From: Frank X. O'Gara
Condolence: Claire and family,
My sincere condolences on the death of your husband and father. Don was a quiet professional and a good man. His service and contributions to our schools round the world were appreciated and valued. I valued his friendship.
May God grant him eternal rest.
Thursday June 29, 2017
Condolence From: Dawn Franklin
Condolence: “ I am so very sorry to hear of Don's passing! He and I were in the same carpool together and he shared many funny stories about his sons, especially about the bearded dragons since I have several, as well. As I left DoDEA about a year ago, I didn't see Don but I spoke with him several months ago and he never said anything about being sick. My prayers go out to you and your family and surround you with peace and strength to handle everything that comes your way. ”
Thursday June 29, 2017
Condolence From: Marcy Rhodes, cousin
Condolence: I am deeply saddened by Donald’s passing. He will be deeply missed. I will miss having lunch with Donald and talking about family, the Polish jokes, and the Golaszewski background. He was like another brother to me. God bless you all, and rest in peace Donald.
Thursday June 29, 2017
Condolence From: Eileen McCann
Condolence: So sorry to hear about Don passing. Claire we are all thinking of you now. We heard so many stories of the good times with Don, the boys and the dog. I will say a prayer for you and your family in this difficult time.
Thursday June 29, 2017
Condolence From: Denise Blevins
Condolence: I'm so surprised and saddened by the loss of Don. I've truly enjoyed working with Don since we arrived at DoDEA around the same time. He was ALWAYS upbeat and helpful. I'll miss him stopping by my office to say hello. He truly cared about the DoDEA mission and the safety of all. Rest in peace Don.
Thursday June 29, 2017
Condolence From: Liz Champion
Condolence: Uncle Duck was one of the most honest, genuine people that I've had the privilege of knowing. He had a big heart, great mind, and astounding work ethic. Most of all he was a wonderful husband to Claire and loving father to his 6 boys. His death has truly saddened me and I'm sure he's up in Heaven with my mom looking down and watching over all of us - he has truly earned his angel wings. He will be greatly missed.
RIP Don (Duck) Golaszewski
-Liz
Wednesday June 28, 2017
Condolence From: Lenoir Graham
Condolence: I am sorry for your loss, and I will be praying for strength, peace, and comfort for you and your family.
Lenoir
Wednesday June 28, 2017
Condolence From: Kathy Facon
Condolence: What an honor it was to work with Don, he genuinely cared for the safety of the children in our schools. His kind and gentle spirit will be missed, he left a lasting impression on those of us fortunate enough to know him. I hope your memories bring you peace at this difficult time. God Bless and keep you.
Wednesday June 28, 2017
Condolence From: Richard Reifsnyder
Condolence: Dear Clair and Family, Iam so sorry to hear of your loss of Don.I know Don(-nickname-Duckie)since we were 6 years old.We went to grade school together at St.Raymonds then Wildwood Catholic HS.I was best man in his wedding and I will miss Duckie.I love you brother and I will see you one day in Heaven with Herbie Evans.God Bless You Clair and all the Boys.
Wednesday June 28, 2017
Condolence From: Joseph Breslin
Condolence: I had the honor of teaching Don at Wildwood Catholic High School, where he was a diligent student, and a true gentleman. I remember him hanging out with Paul and his other buddies, never anything other than a class act. May he rest in peace.
Wednesday June 28, 2017
Condolence From: Robert "AT" Rose
Condolence: You will be truly missed Safety Don. It was a pleasure to work with you and to get to know you over the last 3 years. I will carry in my memory your cheerful greetings and the wonderful stories we shared on life, family, and the military. Take care and God Bless my friend.
Wednesday June 28, 2017
Condolence From: Lorna Denniston
Condolence: Don, as one of the brightest star in the DoDEA family will forever be remembered and forever be missed.
Our love, prayers and deepest sympathy to Don's the family and friends
Wednesday June 28, 2017
Condolence From: Jae Choi
Condolence: I am deeply saddened by Don's passing. We just got to know each other and worked on a project together. Such a gentlemen. My condolences to Don's family.
Wednesday June 28, 2017
Condolence From: Yvette Blake - DoDEA
Condolence: So very sorry to hear of your loss. Don was a very nice man, always smiling and always helpful. He will be missed. God bless you all.
Yvette
Wednesday June 28, 2017
Condolence From: Harvey Gerry
Condolence: Don was a great guy, a man that always gave his friends and colleagues a sense of warmth whenever he spoke. For those of us who visited with him from far off offices, he was always welcoming and interested in what we were doing, our families, and always had time to chat. I will always remember Don as an admired friend.
Wednesday June 28, 2017
Condolence From: Judith McGimsey
Condolence: I am so sad to hear of Don passing. Don and I worked together on the playground injury data - many files to review. You will be missed Don but your love of making sure schools are safe will continue. Your laughter will not be forgotten. Many blessings and prayers to Don's family - know that Don will be smiling down and being a guardian angel to many! Rest in peace Don!
Tuesday June 27, 2017
Condolence From: Edwin Daniel
Condolence: I will miss Don. He was a true professional who took his job as Chief of Safety very seriously. Our schools and kids were safer under his watch. Don was also a great guy who always seemed to be decent mood. I will definitely miss him and his distinctive accent. I trust that God will watch over and take care of his surviving family in the years to come.
Tuesday June 27, 2017
Condolence From: Chris Pigott
Condolence: I am deeply saddened by the news of your loss. I pray that God will grant you strength during this very difficult time. My sincere condolences to the entire Golaszewski family.
I had the honor to work with Donald over the past 8 years. I highly respected his professionalism and dedication but most of all I admired his positive attitude towards life. He was truly a fine person. He will be sorely missed.
Tuesday June 27, 2017
Condolence From: Maggie Howland-DoDEA
Condolence: Please know how very saddened I am for the loss of Don. I send you my deepest condolences for you and for your family. Having lost someone is a difficult moment of life. May God provide you the strength you need to cope with this difficult situation.
Tuesday June 27, 2017
Condolence From: Pam Stewart-Williams
Condolence: My sincere condolence to Don's family.
Pam Stewart-Williams
DODEA
Tuesday June 27, 2017
Condolence From: Nagwa Aziz
Condolence: I am so saddened to hear of Don's passing. Please accept my deep condolences. Don has helped me in different situations at work. He always followed through to make sure my issues were taken care of.
I pray the Lord gives you peace and comfort.
Nagwa
Tuesday June 27, 2017
Condolence From: Steve Hovanic
Condolence: So sad to hear of Don's passing. My deepest sympathies to your family and may he now be in perpetual light and happiness with the risen Lord. Peace be with you all...
Steve Hovanic
Tuesday June 27, 2017
Condolence From: Martin Fernandez
Condolence: I had the pleasure of working with Don on many occasions and I'm deeply saddened by the news of his passing. Please accept my sincere condolences during this trying time. May he rest in peace.
Tuesday June 27, 2017
Condolence From: Bob and Nancy Oliver
Condolence: Our hearts are broken. Don was a great man. He was a great father- who loved his sons and saw their unique gifts. He respected the men they had become. He served his country and his fellow Coast Guardsmen with integrity, dignity and pride. He was a loving husband and a true friend. His easy smile and a contagious laugh live on in our memories. Our friendship spans 40 years, a man we asked to be God Father to our son, Peter. We are so sorry for your loss and will be praying as you all learn how to live without Don being glib, or wise, or sarcastic. We will all miss him very much.
Monday June 26, 2017