Gregory Thomas Babb

Born April 23, 1965, Greg grew up in Shoreline, graduating from Shoreline High in 1983. He was a man of the Pacific Northwest through and through, spending his life working the kinds of jobs that required a steady hand and a lot of grit.

In his younger days, Greg spent five seasons fishing the waters of Alaska. He later settled into a long career as an ironworker and welder—spending 15 years in the trades before moving into construction management. He eventually earned a degree from Central Washington University, a quiet point of pride for him.

Greg was a man of simple, solitary interests. He was a lifelong history buff and a lover of classic cars, most notably his 1926 Ford Model T. He was happiest when he had a "fix-it" project in front of him, preferring to spend his time working with his hands or sharing a long conversation with a neighbor. He had a natural charisma and a way with words that made it easy for him to talk to anyone, even as he became more of a homebody in his later years.

He is survived by his daughter, Stephanie. He was preceded in death by his mother, Georgia Woods, whom he lost over a decade ago.

Greg was a complicated, hardworking man who lived life on his own terms. He will be remembered for his skills, his stories, and the quiet moments spent in his garage.