Carrie Sater
MY DAD: Bob Sater was "one of a kind man" He was the kind of Dad anyone would have been blessed to have as their father, and I was the lucky one to have him.
He proudly entered the Navy during WWll to serve this county and return home safely to life a fulfilled life in Tacoma.
He was a sports legend in Tacoma. A Lincoln Abe at heart....and the best at his games, basketball and football.
He married the love of his life, Helen Christopherson after her stay in Hawaii working in the banking industry.
They bought Hagen Insurance in the Fern Hill area and turned it into successful business until they sold the business to retire.
Scouting for a vacation home in the area they found the perfect home in Olalla which they enjoyed and shared with family and friends having weekend food feasts...
My dad started the "Jocks Lunch", a few of the old Jocks met at Mama Stortini's for lunch which grew into a large group, then including their wife's. The group expanded to being held at the Elks or the Fircrest Golf Course.
Our family home was always open to anyone at anytime. Christmas was the BEST! The endless food, and of course some Norwegian grub included was always a hit. My mom loved to entertain and cook up a storm!
My dad was the kindest, giving man which as everyone said, "a dry humor" which always created laughter.
My parents were irreplaceable. Every holiday, birthday, special events get harder to get through without them in my life.
My dad at the time of his death in October of 2010 left behind his beloved wife Helen, his one and only loving daughter Carrie Sater, grandchildren Ryan and Rachel Jacobson.
He has missed the marriage of both grandchildren and the birth of 3 special granddaughters.
Dad, I miss you everyday. So many days I need to just hear your voice and your wisdom talks about life.
These tears are for you...... I LOVE YOU!!