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HOLLISTER GEE

1923 - 2015

HOLLISTER GEE obituary, 1923-2015, LAKEWOOD, WA

BORN

1923

DIED

2015

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Mountain View Funeral Home - Tacoma

4100 Steilacoom Blvd SW

Lakewood, Washington

HOLLISTER GEE Obituary

Hollister Gee Holly Gee died and went to heaven on the night of November 10, 2015. He was born on February 21, 1923 in Russell, Minnesota. Holly was married to the love of his life, Mary Lou and lived happily together for 65 years. She preceded him in death in November of 2013. Holly was a leader in the Lakewood community, a lifetime educator and coach and helped thousands of students succeed in the classroom and on the field. He was first and foremost dedicated to the success and happiness of his son Ron and two grandchildren Jevan and Dillon, who survived him. He played a major part in organizing youth sports programs in the community and had a passion for helping athletes accomplish their goals. Holly will always be remembered for his compassion, work ethic, quick wit and love for his family and friends. This strong and courageous man will be missed by everyone who had the pleasure of knowing him. A service to celebrate Holly's life will be held at 1:00 PM Monday, November 23rd at Mountain View Funeral Home, 4100 Steilacoom Blvd. SW, Lakewood WA 98499. Reception will be at the Schooner Pub & Galley, 5429 100th St. SW, Lakewood, WA 98499 immediately following the service.

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Published by News Tribune (Tacoma) on Nov. 17, 2015.

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November 23, 2015

A great guy and did a lot for kids. Sorry.

Oliver Bond
Clover Park High
Math teacher

November 23, 2015

RON,MY CONDOLENCES TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILY HE WILL BE MISSED. LARRY CORBIN AND FAMILY.

Kevin

November 21, 2015

Sue, my sincere condolences to you and your family. I hope you are doing well outside the lose of your dad.

Jim Ehlers

November 21, 2015

Ron,

so sorry for your loss. you dad was a great man and had a great deal of influence on a lot of us growing up playing baseball

November 19, 2015

Holly was my baseball coach at Lakes in 1964-1965, and lived close by. Always open to talk, and a true classy guy. My condolences to the family. Bill Disbrow

Valerie Cibula

November 18, 2015

Mr. Gee was a wonderful vice principle and educator - a genuine heart of gold. He made Lakes High School a better place.

November 18, 2015

I just remember your dad taking us up to the gym on a Saturday. No matter how long he left me there.......I still cannot dribble a ball. I believe I met both your folks while I was in 7th grade at Mann. I am very sorry for your loss, but you had a very loving and lengthy friendship. Lyle

November 17, 2015

My condolances Ronnie, your pops was a great guy. Thinking bout you..........

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