Gary D. Pankey Sr.

Gary Pankey Obituary

Gary D. PANKEY, Sr. Gary D. Pankey, Sr. went to be with God Saturday, January 10, 2009. He is survived by his wife of 46 years, Concetta Pankey; his three children and their spouses, Nancy and Gary Pankey, Jr., Luisa and Rod Ellisor and Aimee and David Pankey; his five grandchil dren Kayla, Myles, Henry, Charles and Grace; his brother Stephen Pankey and his sister Sandra Mize. Gary was born in Spokane, Washington on October 2, 1942 to Ruth and Geral Pankey and after meeting Concetta in Italy, they came to reside in Seattle, Washington where he was a graduate of UPS, a retired Seattle Police Officer and President of the Gary Pankey Insurance Company. He lived out his remaining years here surrounded by his adoring family. His life will be celebrated at his favorite cafe in Maple Leaf, Cafe Javasti, on Saturday, January 24th at 6:30 pm. In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be sent in Gary's name to the American Heart Association.

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Published by The Seattle Times from Jan. 18 to Jan. 19, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for Gary Pankey

14 Entries

Adrienne Haynes

May 19, 2019

I remember Gary and Tina (and family) as I was their babysitter a few times when the children were small. Over in Ballard on 12th NW. Gary and his mischievous laugh with the matching grin. My Mother with her Dutch accent used to happily say of that look "he had the devil dancing in dem eyes!"

He loved to make me blush when I was a teenager and even after I was grown and brought my children over to me he and Tina, he could still make me blush.

Gentle hugs to Tina and family.

John Mize

February 12, 2009

Hey you all. Sorry for your loss. May the Lord make you aware of His presence and give you a sense of His peace as you walk through this time.

David and Lissette Mize

February 12, 2009

Hey family. I wish I would have made it back from overseas in time to make it out and see you all. Please know you have been and still are in my prayers. I will surely miss Uncle Gary. We always lived so far away and didn't see him nearly enough, but every visit was a great memory. He has always shown such love for all his family, and we will really miss him.

Sandy Mize

January 30, 2009

I will really miss my big brother. It seems like we never had enough time together. I remember the many times he was stuck "babysitting" his little sister. I will treasure my memories of times together. One I'd like to share...We came to visit when my John was 6. Cousin David's hair was totally "buzzed", John's was long. Uncle Gary suggested that he cut John's hair to match David's. John consented. The hair was cut. John was shocked! (luckily it grew back) Our family laughs about this now. Good memories. Titina, Gary, Luisa, and David we will be praying for you.

Laurie Barrett

January 28, 2009

I feel priviledged to have spent an evening with Gary and Concetta recently. Nothing was more apparent than the love his children and grandchildren had for him. He will be greatly missed, but will live on forever through his family. God Bless You, Gary

D'vorah Kost

January 26, 2009

Gary and the entire family were the best neighbors anyone could want, always there for babysitting Shira, kind, good humored, generous, and absolutely delightful. I have always admired the closeness of the Pankey family, and the values that Tina and Gary instilled in their children and grandchildren. Gary, you left a great legacy.

Rebecca and Cori Stiner

January 23, 2009

Dear Titina, Luisa, Gary, David and families
I'm so sorry to hear about Mr. Pankey's passing! He was always in good spirits when I visited and I will always remember him as a nice and kind man who loved his family very much.
My deepest condolences to you!

Concetta Pankey

January 22, 2009

La mia cara, cara Gary, ti amo così tanto e la sua mancanza. Concetta Amore

Luisa Ellisor

January 22, 2009

Dearest Daddy, Harry, Big Gary, Papa, Grandpa, thank you so very much for being the best daddy and grandpa ever. We were so blessed to have such a wonderful, kind and generous man in our lives who loved his family so much and absolutely adored his children and grandchildren. We feel so very happy that both Henry and Charles got to spend so much time with you and got to know and love such a very special man. We know you are with God in Eternity and that some day we will all be together again which gives us all great comfort. We love you MORE!! Henry, Charles, Rod & Lulu

David Barth

January 22, 2009

Gary was a friend for 33 years and a person who had a big impact in my life. Gary arranged the interview leading to my job at REI, a job that introduced me to some other very special friends and some amazing adventures. How could I forget the fishing trip to Westport with a charter boat full of our friends when he caught 6 cohoes, more than anyone else?! Or the time he and I got a ride in a Porsche Targa, the fastest production car in the world at the time, and the owner tried to prove it by doing 130 mph on I-405?! Or meeting William Ryan and having the opportunity to buy a small collection of his work, which I still own and cherish? He and his mischievous laugh will be missed dearly. I am so sorry Titina, and all of your family, for your untimely loss. David Barth

Gary Pankey, Jr.

January 21, 2009

Harry/Dad,
No more shopping at Sams and Costco... now you can shop all day long at the big super store in the sky. We are so thankful Gracey got to meet her Grandaddy and spend time with you! We will frame the picture of you two right after she was born and we will make sure she always is reminded her of her Grandaddy Pankey that she only had for a short time. We know you are enjoying your time with your beloved doggy Max!
We love you dad and we miss you!
Gary Jr., Nancy and Gracey

John Bravakis

January 21, 2009

Gary was such an inspiration to my life - He inspired me to donate, what is now, over 23 years as a Reserve Police Officer in Los Angeles. I have always credited Gary for my strength as a police officer and I will remember him forever!

Jim Moore

January 21, 2009

Gary was a great guy. He will missed by all that knew him. My prayers go out to his family.

don hartwig

January 18, 2009

I remember Gary so well. The long recuperation period after the horrendous accident. The house you lived in off of 45th ect..God bless you Concetta and the children..Don and Phyllis Hartwig

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