Charles E. Gilmur's Obituary
Chuck Gilmur passed away peacefully January 13, 2011, surrounded by loved ones, in Tacoma. He was 88. He will be remembered for his strength, warmth, kindness and wit. The most wonderful man in the world! Chuck was born in Seattle August 13, 1922. He made three letters in UW basketball, spent three years in the Army, and signed with the Chicago Stags in 1946. He married Thelma Thureson in July 1948. He soon began his family and also played for eh Washington Capitals. Chuck coached the Lincoln Abes basketball team and raised a family of three children. Gardening was his favorite pastime.
Surviving family members include his wife Thelma, daughter Lorri Gilmur-Dillman, (Randy Dillman), brother Jim (Jackie), five grandchildren, Lee Overland, Brit Leroy, Kristi Dillman, Katie and Charlie Gilmur, and daughter-in-law Deanne Gilmur.
There will be no services as requested by deceased. Donations can be made to a favorite charity.
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