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Gary Luttrell Obituary

Gary Ross Luttrell, 71, passed away June 8, 2010 in Pasadena, Calif. after a three-year battle with esophageal cancer. Born September 1, 1938 in Vancouver, B.C., Gary moved to San Francisco in the 1960's. He later settled in Sausalito, Calif. and enjoyed sailing, tennis and hiking the Marin headlands. He spent his last three years in Palm Desert, Calif. at his family home. He spent time volunteering at Coachella Valley Rescue Mission. Gary is survived by his mother, sister, three children and two grandchildren. Family services were held at St. James Episcopal Church in Pasadena.

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Published by The Desert Sun from Jul. 24 to Jul. 29, 2010.

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