George Andre Fields

Sacramento - It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of a beloved father, husband, brother, uncle, nephew, and friend. George Andre Fields unexpectedly died at the age of 61, leaving behind a life shaped by laughter, deep conviction, and a sense of adventure. George was raised in Canton, OH. He was preceded in death by his beautiful, loving wife, Dr. Laura Louise (Smith) Fields of Seattle, and his proud parents, Valeria (Mabry)Fields and George Fields. He graduated from Canton South High School in Canton, OH. This is where he developed his love for cross-country running, wrestling, speech, and debate. Although he enjoyed sports, it would be his love of words that would form the foundation of his professional career as an attorney. He graduated from Bowling Green State University,OH having cultivated a commitment to justice and equality for all. George went on to earn his Juris Doctor from the University of Oregon Law School. He would move to Portland, OR, to start his 30-year legal career. In Portland, he would meet and marry the love of his life, Laura.Together, they would give birth to their beautiful daughter, Raven. The family settled in

Seattle, WA, and established their solo legal and medical practices. As a successful SSDI/SSI and long-term disability attorney, George was not afraid of the long, drawn-out procedures and complexities such cases encompassed. His clients appreciated and valued his integrity, persistence,

and humanity. George will be remembered as a man who lived his life on his own terms. Henley's poem captures his spirit profoundly: It matters not how straight the gate, How charged with punishment the scroll,I am the master of my fate,I am the captain of my soul.

As he traveled through life, George rarely said goodbye to friends or family, old or new. Instead, he would say, "Hey, see you

soon." And to that end -

George, see you soon. You were so loved.