Gary Lee Heath

Gary was born May 23, 1945 in Bend Oregon. He had a celestial discharge from Good Sam Hospital on July 18th, 2011 after a long battle with cancer. He was a longtime resident of Tacoma and a retired Longshoreman. Gary was a wonderful cook & baker, always volunteering to contribute his delicious creations with family and friends. He lived his life the way he chose and did it his way. He is now with our father in heaven. Gary is survived by his wife of 47 years, Roberta (Bobbie), a son Scott, 2 grandsons, Robbie & Jake, 2 sisters Cherry Nybo (Ole) & Lynda Riplinger and many Nieces & Nephews. Donations can be made to Good Samaritan Hospice, PO Box 5200, MS 3901-1-HH, Tacoma 98415 Memorial Service to be held 2PM Sunday, July 24 at University Place Pres. Church in the Chapel, 8101 27th St W, University Place with a celebration to follow at the VFW, 4741 N Baltimore from 3 til 6. telephone #759-0817.