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Alan Lee Estrella

1948 - 2016

Alan Lee Estrella

1948 - 2016

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1948

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2016

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Alan Estrella Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Jan. 22, 2016.

Alan Lee Estrella, 67, of Arlington Washington, passed away on Wednesday January 20, 2016. He was born in Santa Clara, California on December 27th 1948 to Leo and Irene Estrella. Alan graduated from Soquel High School in 1967, and then went on to attend Cabrillo College where graduate in 1969. He continued his education at San Diego State University earning his bachelor's degree in 1975. Alan fell in love with the late Pamela Christine Walborn and made her his bride on April 5, 1975 in Spring Valley California (Lemon Grove).

While still attending Cabrillo College Alan joined the U.S. Navy and served from 1969-2000. Alan served his country for a total of 31 years, earning the rank Of Chief –E7. During this time he was honored with the Gold Wreath Award. Alan also served in the Army National Guard. Alan's military life did not end in 2000. He took a position at the Everett Naval Base, as a Personal Support Detachment-GS6. Alan held this position for the last 12 years until his passing.

Alan had many hobbies and interest. He belonged to the Vintage Chevrolet Club of America. He also loved trains, guns, fishing, and golfing and bowling. Some of the best qualities of Alan were being a loving, caring, giving, strong willed man. Most of all, he was extremely organized.

Alan is survived by two children: Jennifer Simm, of Surrey, British Columbia Canada; Eric Estrella, of Seattle, Washington; two sisters; Robin Batinovich, of Salinas, California; Lynn Rutledge, of Lodi, California; brother; Chris Estrella, of Santa Cruz,California; and one grandchild; Travis Simm.

Alan and Pamela will be laid to rest together, forever and always.

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February 2, 2016

MaryJo Maynes posted to the memorial.

January 30, 2016

David Soine posted to the memorial.

January 29, 2016

Karen Shafer posted to the memorial.

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MaryJo Maynes

February 2, 2016

My condolences to Alan's family. Alan was a kind and generous person who provided outstanding customer service while in the Navy at NRD Seattle and as a civil service employee at PSD Everett. I had the privilege of interacting with Alan at both offices while I was at NAVPTO Bangor. He will be missed by all who knew him and all the customers he served.

David Soine

January 30, 2016

I have known Alan only from work - and distantly from Bangor. Alan was always a fine person to work with and to visit. Always cheerful.. and helpful..My sincere condolences to the family and his close friends. He will be greatly missed among his colleagues and those of us who knew him from afar.

Karen Shafer

January 29, 2016

Eric and Jennifer-

I had been thinking of your parents a lot the past couple of weeks...After some searching, I was surprised and saddened when I found mention of your Dad's passing.
I do feel guilty of having lost track of all of you, especially after your Mom's passing but to learn that your Dad is now gone too has left an even bigger emptiness in my heart.
He was such a hard-working, selfless person with a gentle spirit. I have never seen a happier man than your Dad after each of you were born. I want both of you to know that they loved you so very, very much and, as you matured into adulthood, how proud they were of you.
The one thing I remember most about your Dad was his laugh and great smile.
The one thing I admired most about him was his unconditional love for your Mom...
Words cannot begin to express my sorrow for what you are going through. I sincerely hope that you find comfort in all the great memories you will share and the fact that you are and always will be loved by a pair of wonderful people I was lucky enough to know and consider as family.
Take care of each other...
Love, Aunt Karen

SUSAN AMBAT

January 28, 2016

My condolences to the Estrella Family. After his long sick leave, we were so glad to see Alan back at PSD. I noticed that inspite of being weak he took time to talk to each of us, going from one desk to another. I saw his smile ... sense of peace within him.

I forgot to personally give him my Christmas card but before I left for my 2 weeks vacation I was able to give it through a friend. When I came back to work, Alan was at my desk asking me how my vacation was.

His absence taught me to treasure friends & family, inspires me to live positively & cheerfully, express thanks & encouragement to others.

My prayers are with you and Alan.

Susan Ambat, PSD-Everett,WA

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Bernard Thomas

January 27, 2016

My condolences to the Estrella Family.
My wife Melinda and I were honored to have sat at the table with Alan at his last office Christmas Party.
We broke bread together, laughed, and made fun of one another like he and I use to do on several occasions
near his desk or mine. On a monthly basis Alan would remind me that I had to stay on my P's and Q's
because one day I had to follow in the footsteps of the one and only King
of Customer Service! Alan didn't raise his voice, he didn't overact, he just continued to be
professional, stayed focused on the mission at hand and provided the
customer the finest customer service they ever experienced! I hope and pray
to grow up to be just like him in that respect one day.
When I use to work there besides checking up on me daily we often ate lunch around the same time.
Several days he talked with me about his lovely wife and all she meant to
him and how much he missed her.
On one particular occasion he said: I know the day will come where I will
see her once again in heaven because I miss the love of my life and I
certainly miss her home cooking!!!
I know he's walking on the clouds above us hand in hand with his beloved!!!
I look forward to that day in God's Heavenly Kingdom where he and I can
laugh out loud once again!
I will truly miss my ole' friend!!!

Jeff Snider

January 25, 2016

Eric and Jennifer, you and your family are in our prayers. I served with your father, worked with your father years later as a civilian and often laughed with your father. He enjoyed his weekends in Canada, talked a lot of NHL, and bragged a lot about Eric's mechanical abilities. Your dad will be missed and I'm sure there is a special place in Heaven for him!

January 23, 2016

Eric,
You and your sister are in our thoughts and prayers. May you find comfort in your lifetime of memories of your father. He was a very fine man.
Love you always,
Sandy* & Dave Brown ❤

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