passed away on March 23, 2023 at Swedish Hospital, Edmonds, WA due to complications of PSP (Progressive Supranuclear Palsy). He was born May 24, 1942 in Seattle, WA (Ballard) and has been a resident of Ballard his entire life. He was a graduate of Ballard High School, class of 1960.
Gary enjoyed boating, NASCAR, weekends in Skykomish, WA at his cabin on the river. Gary retired from the City of Seattle, Construction Management. After retirement he joined North Seattle Lapidary & Mineral Club and enjoyed many years of rock hounding and volunteering at Children’s Hospital polishing rocks with the kids.
Gary was preceded in death by his parents, Tony and Sylvia West; brother, David West; nephew, Michael West and cousin, Bob West. He is survived by his wife, Donna of 52 years; brothers-in-law, Larry Engblom (Jennifer); Donald H. Engblom (Debbie); Nephews: Matthew West, Ken Engblom; Niece, Kari Engblom Youkey; Grand Nieces and Nephews: Ericka, Annika and Kole Engblom; Lydia Youkey and Great Grand Niece Riley, and Cousin, Sue West.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to:
- North Seattle Lapidary & Mineral Club (NSLMC) “Scholarship” 15428-62nd Ave NE, Kenmore, WA 98028;
- Skykomish Volunteer Fire Dept., P.O. Box 311, Skykomish, WA 98288.
A memorial service for Gary will be held Monday, May 15, 2023 from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM at Evergreen Washelli Funeral Home, 11111 Aurora Ave N, Seattle, WA 98133.
The family will be hosting a reception following the memorial service. Please contact the family directly for reception information.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.Evergreen-Washelli.com for the West family.
