Birth date: Dec 11, 1918 Death date: May 26, 2014
George passed away on May 26, 2014. He was born in Tacoma on December 11, 1918 to Salvi and Carmel (Gianelli) Gagliardi and resided in Tacoma his entire life. He was in the first graduating class of Bellarmine High School 1937. H Read Obituary
I was Mr. Gagliardi,s son-in law, married to his daughter Trish in the late 70's. I was a young Soldier working my way through UPS. Mr. Gaglardi was very kind to me. His wife was very special to me. I'll treasure the many conversations we had. Bob Butherus
I am the daughter of Gene Walters, and was moved to find his name mentioned in George's obituary. I imagine they had a blast at the very first Super Bowl! In addition to being friends, George was the lawyer for my father's business, Gensco, for a number of years. (my dad passed away ten years ago, June, 10, 2004) A great friendship.
What a beautiful synopsis of a life well lived, in spite of his hardships, like polio. Thank you for sharing David Harkins' poignant lines from his poem. As a Hospice volunteer of 9 years, i can appreciate the depth of sadness associated with George's passing, but at the same time, i strive to adopt the perspective of David Harkins and celebrate George's rich and productive life. Blessings to his family and friends.
Maggie Walters
To all the Gagliardi's and extended families, please know that I share your sadness at George's passing, and I share your good memories of his long and fruitful life.
I met him when I was a kid, and never quite overcame that childhood awe. He was a powerful man and well-respected lawyer. I treasure the memories of his determination to overcome the obstacles life brought him, and his cheerfulness in later life. Trish, Jim and Georgie, you took such loving care of him in his last years.
~Deb
I'm sorry to hear of Mr. Gagliardi's passing (Mr. because I knew him when I was young and would never call him George) As a good friend of his son George we enjoyed many winter Saturdays going skiing at White Pass. Driving in his Corvair which he was very proud of and having a great time. He was very much fun and I shall not forget him.
My sympathies to George Jr and his sisters.
Charlie Morgan
