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Alfred Gehri Obituary

Alfred P. Gehri Our beloved Al, age 54, passed away Saturday, 03/04/2006. Al was a warm and wonderful man with a wry sense of humor, loved by all who knew him. He was well-educated, leaving Federal Way High School to attend Whitman College, ultimately graduating with honors from Stanford University and receiving his law degree from the University of Washington. He joined the Snohomish County Prosecutor's office in 1979 and served as a Criminal and Civil Deputy in numerous important capacities until his untimely death. Al's life centered around his longtime companion, Megan, his cat Tasha, his career with Snohomish County and law enforcement personnel, and his beach house on Hood Canal. He was in love with his digital camera and photographed anyone and anything of interest that he came in contact with. He was a voracious reader, particularly of The New Yorker, with a great interest in history. He loved to travel, even managing a trip to China before tourists were allowed. He honed his grilling skills at Hood Canal and was always ready to fire up the barbecue. Al will be sorely missed. He is survived by his life partner Megan Graves, mother Eleanor Earley (Jack Crocker), sister Robin D'Amico (Joe), brother Coleman Gehri (Claudia), one nephew, Robert, two nieces, Rebecca and Rachel, aunt Betty Sharer, and two cousins, David and Bruce Sharer. Alfred was preceded in death by his father, Alfred F. Gehri. A memorial service will be held on Monday, March 13, 2006 at 11:00 AM at the Museum of Flight, 9404 East Marginal Way South, Seattle, WA. The family has entrusted arrangements to BONNEY-WATSON Federal Way, 1535 SW Dash Point Rd., Federal Way, WA (253) 839-7317. Remembrances may be made to Washington State Law Enforcement Memorial Foundation, P.O. Box 2407, Issaquah, WA 98027, The American Diabetes Association or the charity of your choice. Please sign the guest book at www.bonneywatson.com .

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Published by News Tribune (Tacoma) from Mar. 9 to Mar. 12, 2006.

Memories and Condolences
for Alfred Gehri

33 Entries

Danny Hatfield

March 18, 2006

To the Gehri family I send my condolences. I remember Al warmly from our public school days.

Kathi Lang

March 17, 2006

To Al's family, I am so sorry for your loss. Al was truly one of the kindest people in the world. I will also miss his laugh and unique sense of humor, as well as his patience when answering my questions. You have been and will continue to be in my prayers.

Sandy McNabb

March 17, 2006

I, too, was deeply saddened to learn of Al’s death. Although we lost touch after college, it’s clear from these tributes that he continued to be the sharp, witty, thoughtful man he had become over the years since I first met him in junior high school. I wasn’t on the debate team with him, but that didn’t stop him from arguing with me about everything from Watergate to popular music. He introduced me to many things he was passionate about -– Miles Davis’ music, licorice ice cream, the best Mexican food restaurant in Tacoma, Hood Canal. Al was generous with his time and his talents -- he actually had the courage and patience to teach me to drive his VW bug. My condolences to Al’s family, friends and colleagues, who I know will miss him greatly.

Nancy McCoid

March 13, 2006

Megan and Al's family,

I feel like I know Al so much better after the touching memorial today. I wish I had been able to get to know him better, but I do remember discussing cases of his or mine with common elements--like a particular attorney who shall remain unnamed who caused a lot of grief to each of us, separately. He was always willing to help with a case and to be my inside guide to Snohomish County. Only a month ago he went out of his way to get a certified copy of a document I needed urgently for a trial. I really appreciated his help over the years.

I also remember how much he enjoyed my cookies at Christmas and the Husky football games. Mostly, though, even though I didn't get to spend a lot of "face time" with Al, I know he was a wonderful friend and love to Megan because, in over 20 years, I never heard her say a cross word or criticism about him. I don't know any other couples I can say that about--included my own husband and me.

But I still wish I'd known about that 6th grade brief case so I could have teased him about it!

Tom, Kelly and I are here for you Megan and thinking about you,

Nancy

John E. Galt

March 13, 2006

I am saddened by Al's untimely death. I found him to be a dedicated, honorable, conscientious, careful, and thorough representative of the SRDTF in the personal property claims he argued before me. He was always polite and respectful to the claimants in my and their presence.

Beyond work, Al and I discovered that we shared at least one thing in common: We had both inherited beachfront property on Puget Sound - both of which were damaged during the major storm this spring. I will miss commiserating with him about the joys and travails of low bank beaches!

Tyna Ek

March 13, 2006

Megan - My thoughts and friendship are with you. Please know that many, many people care and we want to help in any way that we can. I hope you feel our support.

Craig Bray

March 13, 2006

I worked with Al at the Sno. Cy. PA's Office and at the Drug Task Force. I enjoyed knowing Al and am sad and sorry that he is no longer with us.

Scott Slagle

March 13, 2006

Megan, Tasha and Al's family,

Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Al did so much for my family and I during a very difficult time for us. He loved a good lawyer joke and will surely be missed by all.

Scott, Anna, Camille, and Emma Slagle

Gary Lang

March 12, 2006

So saddened to hear of Al's passing. I learned a great deal from Al during the time I worked with him. I appreciated his sincerity, compassion, warm sense of humor and his unfailing support of law enforcement officers. He will be missed by so many.

Harry Platis

March 12, 2006

Years ago Al and I were legal advocates. I always had very positive memories of his demeanor, ethics and sense of humor. He was a professional prosecutor who understood human frality. His untimely death is tremendous loss. My sincere condolences .

Joe Ward

March 12, 2006

I had the opportunity to work with Al on a few significant cases. I respected his professionalism and enjoyed his company. Add me to the list of people who will miss him.

David Lord

March 12, 2006

So sorry about your loss. My condolances to all.

Fred Ulowetz

March 12, 2006

Al will be missed. Our prayers are with his family and friends.

Daniel Eakin

March 12, 2006

SCSO Deputy

Robert Cole

March 11, 2006

We shall miss our dear friend, Al.

Pamela Meggers

March 11, 2006

Megan, Tasha and Al's family - I first met Al in 1989 when he joined the Civil Division of the Prosecutor's Office. It was my pleasure to assist him on many of the cases he handled during his 13+ years in Civil. I echo the sentiments of my fellow co-worders; Al was wonderful to work with and his devotion to and support of law enforcement officers was inspiring. Al always had time to help anyone needing advice. Besides his infectious laugh and sharing cat stories, I think what I will always remember about Al was that he cared about people on a personal level, always taking time to inquire how you were doing and more importantly, taking the time to listen. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

Peggy Moen

March 11, 2006

I was saddened to hear of Al Gehri's untimely passing.

Al and I served on the same debate team at Federal Way High School. I greatly admired his gifts as a speaker and as a thinker.

Looking back, I can see that, as a young person, Al already had a very mature understanding of people.

My thoughts and prayers are with him, his family, and his friends.

Adam Malaby

March 10, 2006

SCSO Deputy

Kathy Post

March 10, 2006

I was Al's secretary in the Civil Division of the Prosecutor's Office and I absolutely loved working with him. We shared a great many laughs together that I will never forget. I am so glad I saw him just a few weeks ago. We shared yet again another laugh together. Al will be missed by many.

Sharon Long

March 10, 2006

Megan - I am thinking of you and my prayers are with you.

Sincerely, Sharon

Patricia Miller

March 10, 2006

My condolences to Megan, Tasha and all of Al's family. Warmest thoughts are with you.

--Patricia & LucyCat

Patrice Cole

March 10, 2006

Dear Megan and Members of Al's Family:

Words are inadequate to express my feelings not only for my own sadness but especially for you all and what you must be feeling. I always thought of Al as a big "teddy bear", loved his infectious laugh and sense of humor and our shared times together. I will miss him but will always remember him fondly.

Love to all,

Shawn Stich

March 10, 2006

Al always had a smile and a hearty hello waiting for you when you ran into him in the courtroom halls or on the Sheriff's office 4th floor when visiting us or discussing cases. He will be missed and our thoughts and prayers go out to his family. SCSO Major Crimes Unit

Kari King

March 10, 2006

I am so sorry for your sudden loss. Al's death has impacted all of us here at his work. I have loved seeing his photos and hearing about how much he loved his life. Our thoughts are with you as Al's memory lives on in every life he touched.

Dave Wold

March 10, 2006

I worked with Al for 19 years in the Prosecutor's Office. His devotion to Law and Justice was an inspiration to me. Al was a gentle and kind man who will be missed by all.

Peggy Fowler

March 10, 2006

Megan and all of Al's family - I worked with Al for several years in the Civil Division of the Prosecutor's Office. He was nothing short of a joy. The twinkle in his eyes and his contagious laugh are just a couple of the reasons he will be so missed.

Melissa Habeck

March 10, 2006

Our thoughts are with you Megan.

Melissa Habeck

Marge Gissberg

March 10, 2006

Megan: I am so very sorry for your profound loss. My thoughts and prayers are always with you.

Love, Marge Gissberg

Karen Wick

March 10, 2006

I was fortunate to have met Al when he first started working in the prosecutor's office. He worked as a DPA in the court I worked in. He was the best...we loved working with Al. His love of the law was so obvious. This is a great loss to all who knew him and to the justice system he served so honorably and loved.

Barbara Bollero

March 10, 2006

Our thoughts, prayers and loving sympathies are with you, Megan and family.

Pat Taylor

March 10, 2006

Megan - my heart breaks for you and for Al's family. He was truly a gentleman in every respect and he will be missed by everyone who knew him. I have continued to meditate on his loss, in the effort to bring healing energy to these very deep wounds.

Maggie Baker

March 10, 2006

My heartfelt condolences go to Megan, Tasha, and Al's family members.

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