Doran Eugene “the Sub” Figart, 64, of Hendersonville, passed away Sunday, February 13, 2011, at the Charles George V. A. Medical Center. A native of Altoona, PA, he lived in Henderson County most of his life. He was a son of the late Edwin Eugene and Esther Belle Camp Figart. He was a Chief Electronics Technician with the Navy, retiring after twenty-two years of service. He worked as a substitute teacher at North Henderson High School.
Survivors include a son, Doran Eugene Figart, II of Vancouver, Washington; a daughter, Rebecca Lynn Swanston of Vancouver, Washington; a brother, E. Wayne Figart of Asheville; a niece, Joanna Figart of Asheville; eight grandchildren; and several cousins.
A graveside memorial will be at 4:00 p.m. Wednesday, February 23, 2011, at Forest Lawn Memorial Park in Hendersonville. Reverend Sherrill Moore will officiate. Military honors will be rendered by combined Armed Forces personnel.
Michelle Morrow posted on 2/14/11
You will surely be missed. God keep you til we meet again! Love you
Brandee Jones posted on 2/15/11
"Tata for now"
Tonea Montgomery posted on 2/21/11
Mr Figart, is the teacher we will always remeber, when he was your sub you knew you were going to have a good day. He will be missed.
Alton Connor posted on 2/15/11
With my thoughts, prayers and deepest sympathy. I am so sorry for your loss. Alton
Tony and Amber Stepp posted on 2/15/11
Mr. Figart was my very favorite sub at North. He never came to class empty handed and he always was in a good mood. He will be missed
Lynn Price posted on 2/21/11
Mr. Figart was one of the most reliable substitute teachers I've had during the past 17 years. I will miss him, his smile and his humor. My prayers are with his family. Tah tah for now Figart...we'll see each other again in Heaven!
Meaghan Harmon posted on 2/15/11
you will always be in my prayers and thoughts Mr.Figart. I miss you more then ever now. You were a great man and AWESOME Sub. rest in peace <3
Sherri Anders Davis posted on 2/15/11
So sorry to hear of your loss.
judy norwood jones posted on 2/21/11
i went to school with doran he was a very nice person. may God grant you peace in your time of need as i know all of you will miss him.
Susan Neal posted on 2/15/11
Dear Wayne & Joanna, Please know that you're in my thoughts and if there's anything I can do just call. Love, Susan
Joy Justice Waldrop posted on 2/15/11
Wayne, we are so very sorry. Have such vivid memories of Doran at Barker Heights SS. We'll keep you in our thoughts. Joy and Kenneth Waldrop
Bill and Candy Barnwell Watson posted on 2/21/11
Doran, fellow classmate of the class of 1965, you will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Michael and JoAnn Hill posted on 2/15/11
Our Deepest Sympathy for your loss. Our prayers and thoughts are we you.
Joy Cox Metzger posted on 2/15/11
One of the best Subs North ever had.. Will be missed but always remembered.
Rose Colecio posted on 2/21/11
Mr.Figart, You will be missed a lot.You were a truly special person. All 3 of my children that went to NHHS loved you and talked about you fondly. May you rest in peace. Rose Colecio
Belva Morrow posted on 2/15/11
God Bless you all.
Allison Early posted on 2/15/11
Mr. Figart I will never forget you. You always had a special presence about you and could always bring a smile to my face. I will always cherish your spirit and on-going support during my time on the NHHS Dance Team. I'll never forget the precious gifts from New York. I know you are in good hands now and I will see you once again some day. My love and prayers are with your loved ones. "ta ta"
Ted R. Harris posted on 2/22/11
Figart, you always made me smile at NHHS. We will miss you.
David & Sandy Holder posted on 2/15/11
Wayne and Joanna: So sorry for your loss. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. If you need anything, let us know.
Brad and Lucy Brevard posted on 2/15/11
We were so sorry to hear about Mr. Figart's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with all the family at this time.
Mary Lou (Jones) Chapman posted on 2/22/11
My thoughts and prayers are with each of you during this difficult time. I recall many happy moments enjoyed in the Figart home in Barker Heights. God's blessing and peace be yours.
Megan Rychanek posted on 2/15/11
You are truly missed!! Very nice knowing you at North Henderson. May you be at peace now, Mr. Figart!
Rachelle Rathbone posted on 2/16/11
Wayne, just know that I am praying for you and your family. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Betty Edwards posted on 2/22/11
Praying for the family - I'm in the hospital so I am unable to attend the graveside, but my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Noel carter posted on 2/15/11
Praying for family and friends mr.figart will be missed bu many former nhhs students
Erin McCrain Maybin posted on 2/16/11
I was so sorry to hear of Mr. Figart's passing. He will be greatly missed.
La clase de SNS posted on 2/23/11
He was a very nice person at North Henderson we will all miss him. We are with his family at this time of sorrow. And from up in heaven we know he knows our language. Fue una persona muy amable y siempre era muy bueno con los estudiantes en North Henderson High School. Lo vamos a extraÒar mucho. Estaremos con Èl y su familia en el momento de este dolor. Sabemos que desde el cielo el entiende nuestro idioma.
MSgt Doug Draper posted on 2/15/11
Chief, Sorry we had only a short time to work together. Thanks for your service...
Gail and Gary Hall posted on 2/16/11
I don't think I ever met your brother, but if he was anything like you, I know he was quite a gentleman in every sense of the word. I know this is a great loss for you, but know that you are surrounded with people who love you and will be there for you no matter what. If there is anything you need, just let us know. You are in our hearts and prayers now and always. Gail and Gary Hall
TAMMY SUMMEY posted on 2/23/11
My thoughts and prayers go out to the family.I wish I could have said goodbye to him and to let him know how special he was to me.He went out of his way to tutor me in algebra and I will never forget him.See ya in heaven Mr.Figart,love you.Tammy
Kendra posted on 2/15/11
I miss you so much. It hurts that you are gone but I know that you are in a better place. So for now all we can say is TA TA for now but I know I will see you again. I love you Mr. Figart
Rev. Dr. Tom Everton posted on 2/16/11
Sending Wayne and Joanna Love and Blessings. Tom & Jan Everton. Peace
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James & Sarah Blackwell posted on 2/15/11
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family at this time.May God be with you and help you through this time of sorrow.
Briana posted on 2/17/11
Mr Figart was by far the best sub at NHHS. he not only took pride in teaching but took the time to care for every student. He will be missed! TATA
Holly, Blaze, and Angela Mehaffey posted on 2/23/11
Figart, I wish I had gotten to say goodbye. You will always be missed by everyone who ever knew you. You were such a great sub and such an important part of my time at NHHS. Dance could never have been the same with out you. Someday when I go to NYC I'll think of you and go all the places you told me to. Thank you for being wonderful. We love you!
Brittany Sellers posted on 2/15/11
Mr. Figart, You were the best teacher anyone could ever ask for. You touched my heart and I will miss you so much. I remember like yesterday all the goodies you would bring back from New York for me. The best memory was you watching me dance in the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade...it meant the world to me! I love you and will see you again. I know your in a better place. For now until we meet again, TA TA Love always and forever Brittany
Elizabeth Franklin posted on 2/17/11
If only I had planned to come see you just one day earlier, I could have told you goodbye and made sure you knew how great a person you were. You have taught me to live life to its fullest. You were such a cool person and will NEVER be forgotten. High school wouldn't have been the same without you! Everytime I see a lifesaver, I'll think of you! and every birthday from now on when I don't get a package of lifesavers from "The Sub", I'll miss you and think of you more! Thanks for making high school more interesting and for being such an amazing person. See you again someday with the big Life-saver in the sky :)
Larry Sherman posted on 2/25/11
I lived across the street from Doran when we were children. We had a lot of fun together. We exchanged e-mails a couple of years ago. May he rest in peace.mm
Tanya Shook posted on 2/15/11
You were not only a great "SUB" but you were a great friend. I thank you for the many years of birthday parties for the kids, the attendance of dance performances, ballgames, theater performances. You always made the kids smile. You had a warm heart and would have given your last dollar to any student in need. I will miss you my friend, but I know you are in a better place. May you be free from pain and lifted in HIS name. Love you....Tanya Shook TA TA!!!
Jacob Maxwell posted on 2/18/11
For you the journey has come to end for those left behind we must carry on but in due time we will be reunited but until then we will honor your commitment and achievements here on earth
Elizabeth Camp Anthony posted on 3/3/11
My sympathy to the family of Doran..I don't know if I saw you folks at the Reunion..but he must have been a great guy to get high praises as a sub...from another sub...Elizabeth Camp Anthony...
Jamie Lance posted on 2/15/11
I am so sorry for your loss. I was lucky to have Mr. Figart through my years of middle & high school as a sub many, many times. I always liked him. I saw him Wal-Mart all the time & he always stopped to talk & catch up. Keeping your family in my prayers.
Michael Dollar posted on 2/21/11
I enjoyed our chats about life and about Charles Dickens. Doren is missed.
Rita Sweezy posted on 2/15/11
I had the please of knowing Mr. Figart when my daughters were students at NHHS. He was such a caring person and always seemed to have his students' best interest at heart. He will be greatly missed by all.
Ken Weast posted on 2/21/11
As a retired North Henderson teacher I used to enjoy joking around with Doran. He was loved by all the kids and spent many hours at the school helping out where he could(doing work not rquired of a substitute. He will be missed. May God take care of you.
“Your patience, understanding, and help to make this time of need less stressful was greatly appreciated. The DVD is awesome and a lovely tribute and keepsake.”
ET1 Jeff Close USN posted on 7/24/16
My best buddy from the Navy. Fair winds and a following sea, Chief.