Search by Name

Search by Name

Esther Gamache Obituary

Esther J. GAMACHE Esther passed away on Sunday October 16th, 2011 in Shoreline, WA. She was born September 13th, 1923 in MN, the daughter of Juliette and Harry Nelson. Esther was young at heart, independent and had impeccable style. She loved to shop! She worked as an LPN at the Columbia Lutheran Home for many years and lived in the Ballard/Greenwood area. She was preceded in death by her husband of 45 years, Gerald Gamache, in 2003; son Michael Fawcett in 2009; her brother Samuel and sister Irene. She is survived by her sister Ruth Seeley of Gig Harbor: son, Arnold (wife Jennifer) Holte; daughter-in-law Christine Fawcett, of Shoreline, WA. She had a great love of family with 7 grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren. A graveside service will be held at Evergreen-Washelli on Thursday, October 20th, 2011 at 1:00 pm. There will be coffee and snacks to follow in the Washelli suite.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Seattle Times on Oct. 19, 2011.

Memories and Condolences
for Esther Gamache

Not sure what to say?





4 Entries

Larry Beaman

October 20, 2011

Hi Esther, today was a lovely day and the service was very nice. Everyone had a nice time visiting you and made time to stop and see your son Mike too. You are dearly missed.

alisha christianson

October 20, 2011

Grandma, I love you to the moon and back, i dont know what else to say but that i will miss you dearly. You were the best most loving, giving, sweetest grandma in the world and you hvae always taken such god care of me, i hope that you think that i took good care of you too. Your funeral wasa absolutly beautiful, nothing but the absolute best, wouldnt expect anything less.. love you say hi to grandpa and my dad! <3 until we meet again, Love you please watch over my kids, myself and the family. Love always Alisha

Renee & Kevin Bunstine

October 20, 2011

Love you Great Grandma.

Michelle Fawcett

October 20, 2011

Dearest grandma, I love you so much! There are no words to express my sadness of your passing. However, I know you are with family. Thank you for being the worlds best grandma! I LOVE YOU! Your grandaughter, Michelle<3

Showing 1 - 4 of 4 results

Make a Donation
in Esther Gamache's name

Memorial Events
for Esther Gamache

To offer your sympathy during this difficult time, you can now have memorial trees planted in a National Forest in memory of your loved one.

How to support Esther's loved ones
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Poems of Mourning and Comfort

The best poems for funerals, memorial services., and cards.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief

Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.

Read more
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
Ways to honor Esther Gamache's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more