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JULES GRELE Obituary

Jules Grele Jules Grele, born February 14, 1945, passed away on January 26, 2012 after a short and courageous battle with lung cancer. Jules owned the 4th Ave Tav in Olympia from 1985 to 1994. The last 17 years, he has owned the Powder Keg Bar & Grill near Tenino. Friends and family are invited to an open house to celebrate Jules' life at the Powder Keg, 12743 Old Highway 99 SE, Tenino, on Saturday, February 11, 2012.It will begin at 11:00 a.m. and go until closing. Please leave your memories of Jules online at www.FuneralAlternatives.org Arrangements are with Funeral Alternatives of Washington-Tumwater 360-753-1065

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Published by The Olympian from Feb. 1 to Feb. 2, 2012.

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Jeni V

February 13, 2012

Take care of grandma Flo now dad. She is on her way. Love n miss you both

Mamie Selder

February 11, 2012

See ya later Jules. Much love to you. You've always been very special to me. Only one who could tease me about my stutter and get away with it!!
Keep the angels laughing!

J

February 7, 2012

Miss you Papa J.

Michael Gore

February 7, 2012

There will never be another one like Jules. He was one of the best friends I ever had. I have so many fond memories of him. I will always remember his smile. My prayers are with Sally and his family.

Pam Vest

February 5, 2012

Sally, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in your time of grief. Please accept my sincere condolences.

May sweet memories of your time with Jules bring you peaceful comfort. xxxxx

Doug Crews

February 4, 2012

He was a good man. He will be missed.

George Sego

February 4, 2012

Pick a subject and Jules would have a joke for it.....keep em laughin in the big golf course in the sky my friend!!

Jersey Joe Casano

February 4, 2012

Dear Jules family & friends ..... Thank you for the wonderfull memories & horrible jokes Jules ... But ur kindness will be hard to match . JULES IM A LUCKY MAN TO HAVE MEET & KNOWN YOU MAY YOU REST IN PEACE & UR MEMORIE LIVE ON ... GOD BLESS YOU ... .

Michael Olson

February 4, 2012

Yo Jules, I miss your jokes, laughter and friendship. Be at peace good brother.

Charlie Meyer

February 4, 2012

Jules, over the years you've been my counselor, advisor, confidante and storyteller... above all, you've been my friend. Gonna' miss you...

Dana Byles

February 4, 2012

Jules was one who could always make you smile either with a hug or "tasteful" joke. He left footprints on the lives of all he came in contact with. He will be truely missed! Bruce and Dana Byles

Brad Bingham

February 3, 2012

Sally and Jeni - my love and prayers for you both. May God cradle you in his hands and bring you peace of heart, mind and soul.

Tonja Brown

February 3, 2012

May God comfort all of you during this very sad and difficult time. With love and sympathy, Bob and Tonja Brown.

Roy Munroe

February 3, 2012

A sad day indeed......I've known Jules for many many years and will miss his smile and the competition between the two of us to tell the best joke. I hope that Sally is doing the best she can considering her loss. RIP brother!!!!!

Jane Parkhurst

February 2, 2012

Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of sorrow. Jane and Carl Parkhurst

February 2, 2012

And then you pass the lighthouse, where the lighthouse keepers son waves, you will not be forgotten.

Jacki Swarthout

February 1, 2012

Catch you on the other side Jules...

Jennifer (Muyskens) McNeil

February 1, 2012

So sorry to hear about Jules' passing. I have many fond memories of working for him at the 4th. Prayers of comfort and peace for the family at this difficult time. I'll always remember his warm smile :)

tara stevens

February 1, 2012

You were a strong man,a man with tough skin,a man that some wouldnt approach, a man with a huge heart,a man that loved his family! I admire you Uncle Jules!! Im sorry your time was so soon but Im glad you are out of pain. Please watch over your girls now and keep them safe! Love you Sally and Jeni!

Kathy Foster

February 1, 2012

My thoughts and prayers go out to the family. May God be with you all in your time of need. Rest in Peace Jules.

Jeni

February 1, 2012

I love you dad

Jeni

February 1, 2012

I love you dad

Carolyn

February 1, 2012

RIP Jules - you always will have a special place in my heart my friend!!!!

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