Charles

Sergent

CHARLES "DAN" SERGENT - August 6th, 1936 –December 19, 2023

Dan was born on August 6, 1936 to Eugene and Bernice Sergent in San Diego, California.

The youngest of 4 boys, Dan always talked about his older brothers picking on him, playing baseball, and his close relationship with his mother, as his Dad was away much of the time serving in the U.S. Navy.

Upon graduation from Hoover High School in 1954, he enrolled at Cal Poly Pomona for a semester, the inaugural admission class. When Dan and his best friend, Bill Dovey, realized there were no girls they left and enlisted in the Air Force.

During his 4 years in the Air Force, Dan trained as a radar/satellite engineer. In 1958, upon completing active duty, he moved to the Bay Area to work for Philco Ford. He traveled all over the world installing and managing satellite projects while working for Lockheed and Ford Aerospace.

In 1961, Dan met the love of his life, Shirley, at a local piano lounge where she was a professional organ player/entertainer.  Shirley had 2 children (Nancy and Lori) when they met.  Dan and Shirley were happily married in 1963, with Dan adopting  2-year old Lori. They had Kathy in 1964, and resided in Santa Clara where they raised the 3 girls. In 1971, they moved to England for a year for Dan's job, which was a wonderful experience for the family.  They returned and enjoyed their life in Santa Clara, hosting many parties in their home for family and friends.  Shirley would entertain on the organ and piano with everyone singing along.  The family also enjoyed many summer camping trips.

In the mid 1980's, the family moved to Monte Sereno until Dan retired.  In 1996 Dan and Shirley moved to Hollister for what he termed as a "simpler" life.

Dan and Shirley picked their lot on the 9th tee box at Ridgemark Golf Club & Resort in Hollister, designing their home, which included a "music room" for Shirley.  Christmases were always celebrated here with the grandchildren singing with "Grandma" while she played Christmas songs on the baby grand piano and the organ.

During their years in Hollister, they enjoyed traveling the U.S. in their fifth wheel.   Dan decided to take up Golf, which became his second love, golfing almost every day. If Dan wasn't golfing, he could be found meticulously caring for his yard. He took much pride in his yard looking "just right".

After Shirley's passing in 2008, Dan met Sheila DeLuca, who was also widowed.  Sheila has been a bright light in Dan's life for the last 14 years. Together they adopted a cat,

"Cassie," who adored Dan (the adoration was mutual). Cassie followed him everywhere and slept on his chest every night.

Dan is survived by his partner, Sheila DeLuca, his daughter Kathy Alvarez (Ben), grandchildren: Ron Hernandez (Colleen), Daniel Kowal(Courtney) , Alex Alvarez, and Ambriel Alvarez. Also survived by many nieces, nephews, and great grandchildren, and one great-great grandchild.

Dan was preceded in death by his mother and father, his three brothers, his wife Shirley, and his daughters, Nancy and Lori.

In lieu of a funeral service, the family will have a celebration of Dan's life on January 27th, from 12PM-3PM at Paine's Restaurant, 421 East Street, Hollister.