Donald C. “Don” Progar, 81, of Asbury, passed away on April 14, 2024, at home.

Visitation will be from 10:00-11:30 a.m., Saturday, April 20, 2024, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Mass of Christian Burial will immediately follow with Rev. Steven Garner officiating. Interment will be in Mount Calvary Cemetery. Egelhof, Siegert & Casper Funeral Home is entrusted with arrangements.

Don was born on September 9, 1942 in Chicago, IL, the son of Joseph and Frances (Okoren) Progar.

Don was united in marriage to Sharon Huber on October 5, 1963. She preceded him in death on December 17, 1999.  Together, they built their dream home in Asbury.

Don was employed with Rentech for 46 years, beginning as an operator, maintenance foreman, and retired as a field engineer.

He was a past member and organizer of Chapter UAW Local 1391, a 4^th degree Knight with the Knights of Columbus Council 510, Peosta Lodge, and a member of the All-Star Dance Club. 

Don attended Loras College in Dubuque. He enjoyed playing fast pitch softball, boating, fishing, his ’64 SS Impala, John Deere tractors, and camping.

Don truly loved his late wife, Sharon.  Later, he was lucky to find a loving companion in Sally Wernimont. They enjoyed country dancing and camping.  He cherished spending time with his family and friends.

Don is survived by his daughters, Andrea Progar of Cedar Rapids, IA, Angela (Jeff) Hefel of Winona, MN; grandchildren, Alex (Carrie) Hefel of Hutchinson, MN, Jenna (Nick) Letsch of Waukee, IA, and Zach Hefel of Minneapolis, MN; great-grandchildren, Caroline and Ryan Letsch; his companion of many years, Sally Wernimont; and his siblings, Roberta (Richard) Kaminsky, Jean Geary, Joseph Progar, Thomas (Geriann) Progar, Jim (Michele) Progar, and Paul (Maureen) Progar.

In addition to his wife, Don was preceded in death by his parents; his stepmother, Jean (Murzyn) Progar; his daughter, Annette Ernzen; sister-in-law, Wynne Progar; and brother-in-law, Jim Geary.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to MADD (Mothers Against Drunk Driving); or to Hospice of Dubuque.