The board of directors, president, faculty and staff of the school express our deepest condolences to the family of Mr. William H. “Burt” Fargason. Mr. Fargason served as headmaster of The Anniston Academy and The Donoho School from 1971-1986. During his tenure, facilities were added to include the math and science wing of the academic building, the cafetorium, and the Thomas S. Potts, Sr., lower school and middle school building. Mr. Fargason was instrumental in the merger of the Episcopal Day School of Grace Episcopal Church with The Anniston Academy in 1976 as well as the renaming of the school to recognize the school’s major benefactress, Mrs. Harriet W. Donoho. Mr. Fargason’s tenure was characterized by maintaining the high academic standards set forth in the school’s mission and reflected the importance of financial stability for future generations to come.
Below is the obituary published in The Anniston Star on Wednesday, August 28, 2013.
William Haliburton “Burt” Fargason (1932 – 2013)
William Haliburton “Burt” Fargason passed away on Sunday, August 25, 2013. The son of Hal and Mildred Fargason was born on June 13, 1932. Following graduation from North Georgia College, he served in the Army in Korea and then began his career as an educator at Woodward Academy. Burt’s career led him to Anniston Academy (Donoho School). He retired from education, and became the financial consultant for Communication Associates. Burt is survived by his loving wife of 57 years, Shelby Fargason; his devoted children, Bill (Laurie), John (Lynn), and Bob (Gigi); grandchildren, Justin, Will, Luke (Alison), Rebekah, and Kristen; sisters, Betty Blasingame and Jean Paulk. The family respectfully declines the gift of flowers and requests that memorial donations be directed to the Col. Robert L. Howard State Veterans Home, 7054 Veterans Parkway, Pell City, AL 35125 or a charity of your choice. There will be a service for the family to celebrate his life.
