On Wednesday, September 16, 2020, Jacques Alexandre Cubilié, loving husband and father passed away at the age of 90. Born on March 16, 1930 in Loubieng, France, Jacques immigrated to America in 1952 following his military service in West Africa. On his arrival in Salem, OR he learned English, and began climbing the mountains of the Cascades. His love of climbing was enhanced by close friendships, an enduring passion for being in mountains so similar to the Pyrenees of his youth and the alpine pursuits of backpacking, skiing and hiking. Jacques was one of the founding members of the Santiam Alpine Club and an enthusiastic and committed member of mountain rescue for many years. After moving to Seattle, WA, in the early 1960s Jacques became a founding member of the Seattle rugby scene, serving both as the founding coach of the UW Rugby team and the founding President of the Seattle Rugby Club. He married Mary Helen Pieroth, and had two children, Anne and Marc. Following Mary’s death in 1974, Jacques raised their children alone until marrying Carol Jean Largé in 1985. Jacques spent his career as a dental technician, and enjoyed making jewelry and cooking. Throughout his life, Jacques was known for his storytelling, his kindness, his humor, his tireless work ethic and energy, and his devotion to friends and family. He loved all aspects of being in the outdoors, from backpacking and mountaineering to tending family land and working outside. He also deeply appreciated the company of animals, and the family dogs cheered his spirit even in his final days. Jacques is survived by Carol, his four children, Anne, Marc, Suzanne and Tim, his brother Hébert, his sister Monique, three grandchildren, Marie-Sabine, Nicolas and Gabriela and multiple nieces, nephews and cousins.
Due to the pandemic, graveside services will be private. Donations and remembrances may be made to:
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