REMEMBERING UWUA PRESIDENT DONALD WIGHTMAN

REMEMBERING FORMER 369 MEMBER AND INTERNATIONAL UWUA PRESIDENT DONALD WIGHTMAN

It is with the most sincere respect and fondness that we remember our UWUA brother and president, Donald E. Wightman, who passed away on November 16, 2021, in Walpole, Massachusetts.

Don started his career in 1957 and progressed through the UWUA ranks. He began as a Local 369 Union Steward, moved to Secretary-Treasurer, Local 369 Union President, National Vice President, and finally, National President, a role he served in from 1995 through his retirement in 2006.

As a principal negotiator at many bargaining tables throughout his career, Don’s passion for the union and welfare of our members shined through as he fought tirelessly. Even after retirement, Don continued dedicating his life to his union and community. He volunteered full-time at the SHINE Center in Walpole, helping seniors obtain benefits and medical assistance.

Don touched the lives of so many, and our communities are better today because of him. We strive to continue his legacy, and we hope his story inspires members for decades to come.