Don Avery, Fairview Park Hospital CEO, passes away unexpectedly at 17-year mark of leadership
Fairview Park Hospital mourns the loss of its CEO, Don Avery.
DUBLIN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Fairview Park Hospital in Dublin is mourning the sudden and unexpected loss of its CEO, Don Avery, who passed away earlier this week.
Avery had served as the hospital’s CEO for 17 years, leaving a legacy at the facility, the Dublin community, and among Georgia medical professionals.
The news of Avery’s passing has prompted an outpouring of condolences from other hospitals and professional groups across Georgia. Dodge County Hospital posted a heartfelt tribute on Fairview Park’s Facebook page, stating, “We are deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Don Avery, CEO of Fairview Park. His dedication to the healthcare community and his many years of service have left a lasting impact, not only at Fairview Park but throughout rural hospitals as a whole. Don’s contributions to healthcare were immeasurable, and his loss leaves a significant void in our community.”
Similarly, Crisp Regional Hospital expressed their sympathies, writing, “On behalf of the entire team at Crisp Regional Hospital, we want to express our heartfelt condolences to you and your community on the loss of your esteemed CEO, Don Avery. Don’s dedication to healthcare leadership and his commitment to improving the lives of others left an indelible mark not only on Fairview Park Hospital but also on the wider healthcare community.”
The Georgia Hospital Association (GHA) also shared their condolences, saying, “The GHA family is absolutely heartbroken to hear this news. Don was a big supporter of GHA and Georgia’s hospitals. We miss him dearly and are praying for his family and all of you at Fairview Park Hospital.”
In December, Avery had announced his plans to retire in the summer of 2025, reflecting on his remarkable tenure at Fairview Park Hospital. In his retirement announcement, he expressed gratitude for the warmth and support he had received from the community since moving to Dublin in May 2008. He described his role at the hospital as “the most amazing job anyone could ever hope to have” and acknowledged the lasting relationships he had built over the years.
