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Jeffrey Gleed Obituary
1955 ~ 2014
A resident of Seattle for 27 years, Jeff was kind-hearted, with a wry sense of humor, who was most comfortable adventuring in the wide open spaces of the Pacific Northwest. He relished sharing his love of nature with his family and friends and especially enjoyed staking out new locales in the wilderness with easy access to a fine river stream.
Jeff died suddenly of cardiac arrest. He was a loving father, husband, son and son-in-law, brother and brother-in-law, uncle, surrogate uncle, friend, neighbor, workmate and coach, who was quick to lend a hand and share his expertise.
Jeff was an avid sports fan and enjoyed rooting for local and home town favorites, but he was most fond of cheering on his daughter, Elena, whom he loved savagely. Jeff coached soccer in the Fall and softball in the Spring. He was a steadfast supporter on the sidelines for lacrosse matches and crew races and was a mentor on the slopes as Elena whizzed by. When asked about Elena, his face would light up and he would recount her latest endeavors. He was one proud Papa and a very good man!
By day, Jeff was an exceptional asset to the Panabo sales team of Vancouver, B.C. and at days end, he would often retire to the piano finessing the notes of Guaraldi, Joplin and other favorite jazz musicians.
A graduate of UC Berkeley, Jeff enjoyed his college days pitching for the Bears baseball team while acquiring a bachelor's degree in Economics.
He is survived by his wife and daughter, Shelley and Elena of Seattle, and his immediate family of San Jose, CA: his parents, George and Mary, his brothers and sister, Craig, Jim and Cindy and their respective spouses and children; Linda, Keith,Kyle, Kellie, Christy and Kaylene.
A memorial gathering celebrating Jeff's life will be held at the home of Bruce and Gretchen Jacobsen, 122 Madrona Place East in Seattle at 11:00 AM, on Saturday, October 11th.
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Memories and Condolences
for Jeffrey Gleed
Sponsored by The Family.
February 3, 2015
I was Jeff's teammate at Cal and spent a summer in Canada with him on a baseball team there. I was saddened to hear of his passing at a recent Cal baseball reunion and will always have fond memories of that time.
Tony Van Coops
Paso Robles, CA.
January 18, 2015
We just learned of Jeff's passing.I shall always remember Jeff joining our family skiing at Bear Valley in high school at Pioneer. He was a great pitcher as well. Tracey and I cherish the evening we spent in Seattle many years ago listening to Jesse Colin Young at a small venue. Shelley and Elena, our thoughts and prayers are with you. Dave and Tracey Fiore Pendleton, Oregon
October 18, 2014
Sorry to hear about Jeff's passing. I wish you and the family well!
David Saucedo
October 10, 2014
We are so very sorry to learn of this loss. Our thoughts go out to Shelley, Elena, their family and friends.
Our deepest sympathy,
Scott, Patty, Betsy, and Kate
- Kravet Seattle
Bill/ Pacific Northwest Shop
October 10, 2014
Dear Shelly and family....what a wonderful man you had the privilege of having as a husband and father. We have had a small business in Tacoma for many years and Jeff was one of the most responsible and truly respected reps that we have ever had. He was always there for us. He will be truly missed. May he Rest in Peace.
Tillicum Village
October 10, 2014
I'm so sorry to hear about his passing. He was one of my favorite reps. He will be greatly missed.
Nancy & Jim Sutherlin
October 9, 2014
Our prayers go out to the Gleed Family for your loss.
October 9, 2014
We just learned of Jeff's passing. Shelley, we are so sorry. He always had a quick smile and was a great neighbor. We will be thinking of you and Elena often through this difficult time. Carolyn and Bob Kitchell
October 9, 2014
I will always remember Jeff as having an easy smile and quick wit. Sincerest condolences to everyone.
With Love
Pam Core and family
(Craig's sister in law)
October 9, 2014
I am so sad to hear about Jeff, he was just the brightest light when came through the doors of our tribal gallery on the Olympic Peninsula. We will miss his smile and please know that he made a big positive mark here on this earth. R.I.P
Northwest Native Expressions Gallery and Friends.
Sarah Porter
October 7, 2014
I am sad to learn of Jeff's passing. I have fond memories of growing our girls together and cheering them on at regattas. My thoughts and prayers are with the Gleed family.
Kathy Hazarian Smith
October 7, 2014
Dear Shelley and family, I am saddened and so sorry for your loss. So many fond memories of Jeff throughout junior high and high school; most of them were of baseball or pulling off a hilarious prank making me laugh. Keeping you all in my prayers for comfort and peace.
Jim Pierson
October 7, 2014
Although Jeff and I went all the way through high school together, I best remember Jeff being in my classes at Kirk Elementary School. We also attended each other's birthday parties during elementary school. I'll never forget Jeff was one of the few people at John Muir Jr. High who could hit the softball over the tennis court fence for an automatic home run.
I am so sorry to learn about his passing. He was a great guy!
Jim Pierson, San Jose
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