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GARY MICHAELS Obituary

Gary S. Michaels Loving husband, father, grandfather, brother and uncle, passed away at the age of 59 on Wednesday, June 3rd. He is survived by his wife, Kathy (Prouty) Michaels, daughter Katie Landskron (Jason), son Steven Michaels (Amanda), son Kevin Michaels, brother Paul "Rick" Michaels (Elise), sister Judy Osborne (Bob), two grandchildren, Aria and Cole, and many nieces, nephews, extended family, and friends. He was preceded in death by his father and mother, Paul S. Michaels and June O. Michaels. More information about Gary's life and upcoming memorial service can be found at gary-steven-michaels.forevermissed.com. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to Gary's favorite charity: the Tacoma Rescue Mission. Donations can be made online at trm.org.

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Published by News Tribune (Tacoma) on Jun. 14, 2015.

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Mike Nichols

August 21, 2018

Kathy and family:

Was searching FB and other places trying to look you both up again after all these years. Recently retired (this year), and came across this. Gosh. Garybest friend in college, and the years that followed, stood next to you both at your wedding, nothing but the fondest of memories from all those years ago, and one of the best, kindest, nicest and most genuine guys I have ever known. Funniest, and most enjoyable to be around also. And obviously a wonderful family man.

God bless, now and always,
Mike Nichols

Judy Michaels Osborne

June 26, 2015

Dearest Gary, my first best friend, fun, humorous and delightful. I can't believe how lucky I was to grow up with such a wonderful person. I can't imagine birthdays, holidays, game nights or life without you. Thank you for being the best Uncle to my children. They adored every minute with you, laughing around the campfire, and catching fish with you at the lake. We love you and miss you more than words can say, and will hold treasured memories of you in our hearts forever.

Kathy Morley

June 18, 2015

Dear cousin, you have left us far too soon. You will be missed by so many.

Katie Landskron

June 16, 2015

I will miss you forever. RIP, Daddy.

Harold Prouty

June 15, 2015

Gary was one of a kind, and was taken far to soon. RIP Gary.

Tom and Maryann Reed

June 15, 2015

It has been a pleasure to know you. You will be missed.

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