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Harry Gaeth Obituary

Harry Charles Gaeth

Harry Charles Gaeth (86) of Snohomish, WA died peacefully at home after a battle with cancer.

There will be a celebration of life service at First Baptist Church (17922 149th St. SE Monroe, WA 98272) at 1:00 p.m. on December 29, 2012 with a reception immediately following.

Published by The Seattle Times on Dec. 27, 2012.
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Harry and I met long ago. I don't recall exactly when, but it would have been at our common worksite at Metro Transit. I am sure it was in the early 1970s. I can't remember driving a bus without knowing Harry. He's the kind of person one never really forgets.
We played a lot of cards with other drivers. It was always cut throat pinochle.
Harry never had a bad word for anyone, ever, that I know of. Even when I made stupid mistakes he would give an encouraging word while others would often make cutting remarks.
The pinochle continued after Harry retired from Metro and moved on to Community Transit. I wasn't able to attend many of the Thursday sessions, but when I did, Hary was often there, still offering his encouraging words with a little laugh and big twinkle in his eye.
Harry was a friend. Since his memorial service memories of times with him have been continually popping into my mind. I hope they never stop. He was and is my friend.

Bryan Kibbey

January 2, 2013

I provided foot care in the past for Harry at the Everett Senior center. He was a wonderful and devote man...he love the Lord and his family with all his heart. It was a joy to talk with him and he always amazed me as he was still working as a bus driver. He is now with the Lord in heaven whom he loved very much.

Linda Gillan

December 31, 2012

Harry was the nicest man I have ever met,and it was an honor to have spent so much time with him and Arlene and his wonderful family.He will always be in my heart and I will treasure my memories of him forever.We are sending all our love and prayers to you Arlene and the family.
Love Kathy and Richard Jenkins

December 29, 2012

Due to knowing Harry junior (Herbie) and Richard Gaeth, I have a real understanding of the positive legacy being left behind by Harry Gaeth Senior. You will be sorely missed Sir; but trust me when I say, you live on in others. God Bless.

Snowy

December 29, 2012

Our love and prayers are with the entire Gaeth family. We are so happy to have met and spent time with him and Arlene, and look forward to spending eternity together!

Jeffrey & Alta Moore

December 28, 2012

Harry was such a true person . He always had great advice and opinions on life, That's what I will truly miss. A wonderful man.

carleen wilbur

December 28, 2012

We're praying for all of you and know that your many wonderful memories will comfort you.

December 28, 2012

Our deepest condolences to your family. Harry was truly one of a kind. It was a pleasure to have known him.
Susan Balette and family

December 28, 2012

With love and prayers to those who love you.

Linda

December 27, 2012

Thank you for the times that I got to see you, you always made me laugh. now I know for sure you're making the angels laugh :)

Maria Reber

December 27, 2012

Bill & Sharron Goodrich

December 27, 2012

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