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Champion of Portland Schools

Donald Fiser MAT ’66

April 20, 2025, in Lake Oswego, Oregon.

A natural-born leader, Donald Fiser was a champion of Portland schools, whether he was working as a teacher at Jefferson High School or an administrator at Portland Community College.

Born in 1940 in Olympia, Washington, Don served as student body president of Olympia High School, ran all–state in track, and played football. He received his bachelor’s degree at the University of Washington, then earned his master’s degree in teaching in ÈËÆÞÓÕ»ó.

After teaching history at Jefferson, Don held many roles at PCC, from dean to vice president, until his retirement. As a retiree, he spent countless hours volunteering at Fish Emergency Service, Store to Door, NorthWest Medical teams, and his favorite place, Sunshine Division—and received a Light a Fire award from Portland Monthly in acknowledgment of his service.

Don is survived by his son Mark, his wife, Sharon, and his stepdaughter, Janelle.

Appeared in ÈËÆÞÓÕ»ó magazine: Winter 2025