In Loving Memory of James (Jim / Jimmy) Walker Gallacci
Beloved husband, brother, cousin and friend passed away peacefully on June 23, 2024, after a fierce battle with cancer. He leaves behind a legacy of love, laughter and generosity that will be cherished forever.
He was born in Port Angeles, Washington to Emily and Angelo Gallacci. He is survived by his wife Elizabeth Gallacci (Walden), sisters Eileen Graves (Gallacci) and Debi Kumpula (Gallacci) along with many cousins, nieces and nephews.
Jim attended local schools in Port Angeles, including Peninsula college and later spent time at the University of Washington where his beloved “DAWGS” played. Following college, he became a rescue pilot in the US Coast Guard and was honorably discharged after six years of service. He then pursued his passion for cars, working at and managing multiple dealerships in the Northwest and later in Santa Barbara. Beginning in 1998 he worked in the golf industry in Santa Barbara where he worked at Ocean Meadows Golf Course, Sandpiper Golf Club and then at Glen Annie Golf Club as a golf professional and instructor.
He had a great love of sports, especially college football (Washington Huskies), Seattle Seahawks, the Mariners, the former Sonics and in recent years the Golden State Warriors. Ultimately golf became his favorite sport, and he spent his final years playing, teaching and coaching. One of his greatest joys was coaching a group of children involved in the PGA 1st Tee Program.
Jim touched the lives of all who knew him, leaving behind memories of his amazing sense of humor, big smile and caring heart. He will be deeply missed by his family and friends, but his spirit will live on in the countless lives he has touched and the people he taught.
In lieu of flowers please consider a donation to honor Jim’s memory towards a cause he was passionate about. First Tee – Central Coast is a local non-profit that teaches kids valuable life skills through the game of golf. Donations can be made online at www.FirstTeeCentralCoast.org or by sending a check made out to FTCC to PO Box 6261, Santa Barbara, CA 93160. Contact Executive Director, Jessani Johnson with any questions at (805) 637-5042 or jessani@1stTeeCentral Coast.org.”
A gathering to celebrate Jim’s life will be held at a future date.
Patricia Gordon
Photo courtesy of Patricia Gordon family / Patricia Gordon
Patricia Ellen Gordon born July 2, 1936 to Glenn and Betty Fraser Gordon. The oldest of 4 children, others were Jerald Allen, Judith Anne, and Glenn Douglas. Raised in Port Angeles and then graduated from Sequim High school in 1954. She married Gene McKee and they had 3 children: Rebecca Sue, Gene T. McKee Jr. and Gregory Hurst.
She and husband moved to the south Seattle area. They were divorced after 16 years. She then married Paul Zaugg and raised his 3 girls and her 3 children on 10 acres in Enumclaw, WA. During this time she earned her LPN license and after 3 years nursing, was employed for 17 years at Green River Community College as school nurse and a chemistry lab technician.
She and Paul learned to ski and spent many happy times skiing at Mt. Bachelor with family and friends. She also returned to school and graduated in 1979 as an RN, working at Valley Medical Center in Renton until 1987 when she and Paul returned to Sequim when he retired. She was hired at Olympic Medical Center until 2000. During this time, she learned to watercolor and then taught art classes for many years.
After Paul’s passing, she met Richard O’Connor with whom she married and they spent 12 happy years together until his passing. They were members of Dungeness Community Church and later Sequim Community Church which they enjoyed very much. After Dick’s passing, she met Robert Pratt and they were united in a commitment ceremony at the family home on September 15th, 2018. They attended Sequim Community Church and then later Carlsborg Family Church where they found a church home together. Robert passed on October 17th, 2023.
She was preceded in death by brothers Jerald and Glenn Douglas and also son Gregory. She is survived by sister Judith and children Rebecca, Gene Jr & wife Carol, 7 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren.
Donations can be made to Clallam County Volunteer Hospice or Carlsborg Family Church.
Memorial Service will be held at Carlsborg Family Church on Saturday, September 21st at 2pm.
Robert Orr Cain
Robert Orr Cain of Sequim died of age-related causes at Olympic Medical Center on Sept.4, 2024.
He was 72.
Cain was born Aug. 14, 1952.
There will be no memorial, at his request.
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