We regret having to report the passing of Brother Don Navarrette age 78. Brother Navarrette was a 54-year member of Local 728 and IATSE Gold Card holder who took his oath of obligation in December 1970. Known affectionately as “No Neck” Don retired from the industry in 2001 after 37 years on stage. In the 1970’s Don worked on the 12 O'clock rigging crew at Universal which was pushed by Art Frantz. He stepped up to ACLT and worked on countless films and television productions. In his later years he reunited with Art working for him in the 20th Century Fox Lighting Department as a lot ACLT and lamp dock hand. Don always had a great story to tell. Many of us will also remember Don for being Local 728’s Karaoke DJ at 728 events such as our annual holiday party. Brother Navarrette is survived by his wife Esther.
