Married 10/28/1944
PARENTS:
Thomas James Lundy - Birth 9 Sep 1893 in Pleasant Grove, Utah
Death 24 Aug 1984
Genevieve M (May?) Cruzen - Birth 29 Jul 1895 in Nebraska
Death 25 May 1970
Sibling:
John Cruzen Lundy - b. 25 Oct 1918 in Idaho - d. 15 Nov 2011 - Memorial # 80571953
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Maurice Henry LUNDY of Bellevue, died Sunday, October 7, 2007 of complications due to Parkinson's disease. He was born in Boise, Idaho on December 21, 1923 to Thomas J. Lundy and Genevieve Cruzen. On October 28, 1944, Maurice married the love of his life, Lois Mae Waddell. After serving as a pilot in the Air Force, Maury attended USC on a tennis scholarship, and graduated from WSU with a degree in Game Management. He began his career as a biologist with the Idaho Fish and Game Department and later joined the US Department of the Interior Bureau of Outdoor Recreation, (BOR), as a game management agent eventually becoming the Regional Director of BOR. In 1980, Maury was the recipient of the Interior Department's highest honor, the Distinguished Service Award for his 30 years of service. Over the course of his career, Maury was instrumental in establishing the National and Scenic Rivers System, development of educational programs to protect wildlife and designating surplus federal land for development of public parks and recreation. He dedicated his career to preserving land and protecting recreational water and wildlife for current and future generations. Seattle area parks he was involved in include Saint Edward State Park, Mercer Slough, Kelsey Creek and the Burke Gilman Trail. Maury was always willing to help anyone in need and upon his retirement, he enjoyed spending time with his family, going for long walks, visiting the library, tinkering in his garage and rooting for the USC football team. A Memorial Service will be held, Friday, October 12, 2007 at 1:00 p.m. at Acacia Memorial Park Chapel 14951 Bothell Way NE Seattle, WA 98155 Maurice was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 55 years, Lois, in 1999. He is survived by his brother, John Lundy of Boise, Idaho, his daughters, Laurie Lundy Ekman (Andy) of Portland, Jeri Starrett (Dave) of Sammamish, Genevieve Kelly (Steve) of Bellevue, three grandchildren, Lisa, Brandon and Jessica and numerous nieces and nephews. Remembrances may be made to: NW Parkinson's Foundation (NWPF) 400 Mercer St., #401 Seattle, WA 98109 Bridge Ministries 520 6th Street South Kirkland, WA 98033-6717 The Salvation Army National Headquarters P.O. Box 269 Alexandria, VA 22313 Mountains to Sound Greenway Trust 911 Western Avenue, Suite 523 Seattle, WA 98104
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Published by The Seattle Times from Oct. 10 to Oct. 11, 2007.
PARENTS:
Thomas James Lundy - Birth 9 Sep 1893 in Pleasant Grove, Utah
Death 24 Aug 1984
Genevieve M (May?) Cruzen - Birth 29 Jul 1895 in Nebraska
Death 25 May 1970
Sibling:
John Cruzen Lundy - b. 25 Oct 1918 in Idaho - d. 15 Nov 2011 - Memorial # 80571953
Obituary provided 7-9-2021 by graver:
https://www.findagrave.com/user/profile/50510953
Maurice Henry LUNDY of Bellevue, died Sunday, October 7, 2007 of complications due to Parkinson's disease. He was born in Boise, Idaho on December 21, 1923 to Thomas J. Lundy and Genevieve Cruzen. On October 28, 1944, Maurice married the love of his life, Lois Mae Waddell. After serving as a pilot in the Air Force, Maury attended USC on a tennis scholarship, and graduated from WSU with a degree in Game Management. He began his career as a biologist with the Idaho Fish and Game Department and later joined the US Department of the Interior Bureau of Outdoor Recreation, (BOR), as a game management agent eventually becoming the Regional Director of BOR. In 1980, Maury was the recipient of the Interior Department's highest honor, the Distinguished Service Award for his 30 years of service. Over the course of his career, Maury was instrumental in establishing the National and Scenic Rivers System, development of educational programs to protect wildlife and designating surplus federal land for development of public parks and recreation. He dedicated his career to preserving land and protecting recreational water and wildlife for current and future generations. Seattle area parks he was involved in include Saint Edward State Park, Mercer Slough, Kelsey Creek and the Burke Gilman Trail. Maury was always willing to help anyone in need and upon his retirement, he enjoyed spending time with his family, going for long walks, visiting the library, tinkering in his garage and rooting for the USC football team. A Memorial Service will be held, Friday, October 12, 2007 at 1:00 p.m. at Acacia Memorial Park Chapel 14951 Bothell Way NE Seattle, WA 98155 Maurice was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 55 years, Lois, in 1999. He is survived by his brother, John Lundy of Boise, Idaho, his daughters, Laurie Lundy Ekman (Andy) of Portland, Jeri Starrett (Dave) of Sammamish, Genevieve Kelly (Steve) of Bellevue, three grandchildren, Lisa, Brandon and Jessica and numerous nieces and nephews. Remembrances may be made to: NW Parkinson's Foundation (NWPF) 400 Mercer St., #401 Seattle, WA 98109 Bridge Ministries 520 6th Street South Kirkland, WA 98033-6717 The Salvation Army National Headquarters P.O. Box 269 Alexandria, VA 22313 Mountains to Sound Greenway Trust 911 Western Avenue, Suite 523 Seattle, WA 98104
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Published by The Seattle Times from Oct. 10 to Oct. 11, 2007.
Married 10/28/1944
PARENTS:
Thomas James Lundy - Birth 9 Sep 1893 in Pleasant Grove, Utah
Death 24 Aug 1984
Genevieve M (May?) Cruzen - Birth 29 Jul 1895 in Nebraska
Death 25 May 1970
Sibling:
John Cruzen Lundy - b. 25 Oct 1918 in Idaho - d. 15 Nov 2011 - Memorial # 80571953
Obituary provided 7-9-2021 by graver:
https://www.findagrave.com/user/profile/50510953
Maurice Henry LUNDY of Bellevue, died Sunday, October 7, 2007 of complications due to Parkinson's disease. He was born in Boise, Idaho on December 21, 1923 to Thomas J. Lundy and Genevieve Cruzen. On October 28, 1944, Maurice married the love of his life, Lois Mae Waddell. After serving as a pilot in the Air Force, Maury attended USC on a tennis scholarship, and graduated from WSU with a degree in Game Management. He began his career as a biologist with the Idaho Fish and Game Department and later joined the US Department of the Interior Bureau of Outdoor Recreation, (BOR), as a game management agent eventually becoming the Regional Director of BOR. In 1980, Maury was the recipient of the Interior Department's highest honor, the Distinguished Service Award for his 30 years of service. Over the course of his career, Maury was instrumental in establishing the National and Scenic Rivers System, development of educational programs to protect wildlife and designating surplus federal land for development of public parks and recreation. He dedicated his career to preserving land and protecting recreational water and wildlife for current and future generations. Seattle area parks he was involved in include Saint Edward State Park, Mercer Slough, Kelsey Creek and the Burke Gilman Trail. Maury was always willing to help anyone in need and upon his retirement, he enjoyed spending time with his family, going for long walks, visiting the library, tinkering in his garage and rooting for the USC football team. A Memorial Service will be held, Friday, October 12, 2007 at 1:00 p.m. at Acacia Memorial Park Chapel 14951 Bothell Way NE Seattle, WA 98155 Maurice was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 55 years, Lois, in 1999. He is survived by his brother, John Lundy of Boise, Idaho, his daughters, Laurie Lundy Ekman (Andy) of Portland, Jeri Starrett (Dave) of Sammamish, Genevieve Kelly (Steve) of Bellevue, three grandchildren, Lisa, Brandon and Jessica and numerous nieces and nephews. Remembrances may be made to: NW Parkinson's Foundation (NWPF) 400 Mercer St., #401 Seattle, WA 98109 Bridge Ministries 520 6th Street South Kirkland, WA 98033-6717 The Salvation Army National Headquarters P.O. Box 269 Alexandria, VA 22313 Mountains to Sound Greenway Trust 911 Western Avenue, Suite 523 Seattle, WA 98104
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Published by The Seattle Times from Oct. 10 to Oct. 11, 2007.
PARENTS:
Thomas James Lundy - Birth 9 Sep 1893 in Pleasant Grove, Utah
Death 24 Aug 1984
Genevieve M (May?) Cruzen - Birth 29 Jul 1895 in Nebraska
Death 25 May 1970
Sibling:
John Cruzen Lundy - b. 25 Oct 1918 in Idaho - d. 15 Nov 2011 - Memorial # 80571953
Obituary provided 7-9-2021 by graver:
https://www.findagrave.com/user/profile/50510953
Maurice Henry LUNDY of Bellevue, died Sunday, October 7, 2007 of complications due to Parkinson's disease. He was born in Boise, Idaho on December 21, 1923 to Thomas J. Lundy and Genevieve Cruzen. On October 28, 1944, Maurice married the love of his life, Lois Mae Waddell. After serving as a pilot in the Air Force, Maury attended USC on a tennis scholarship, and graduated from WSU with a degree in Game Management. He began his career as a biologist with the Idaho Fish and Game Department and later joined the US Department of the Interior Bureau of Outdoor Recreation, (BOR), as a game management agent eventually becoming the Regional Director of BOR. In 1980, Maury was the recipient of the Interior Department's highest honor, the Distinguished Service Award for his 30 years of service. Over the course of his career, Maury was instrumental in establishing the National and Scenic Rivers System, development of educational programs to protect wildlife and designating surplus federal land for development of public parks and recreation. He dedicated his career to preserving land and protecting recreational water and wildlife for current and future generations. Seattle area parks he was involved in include Saint Edward State Park, Mercer Slough, Kelsey Creek and the Burke Gilman Trail. Maury was always willing to help anyone in need and upon his retirement, he enjoyed spending time with his family, going for long walks, visiting the library, tinkering in his garage and rooting for the USC football team. A Memorial Service will be held, Friday, October 12, 2007 at 1:00 p.m. at Acacia Memorial Park Chapel 14951 Bothell Way NE Seattle, WA 98155 Maurice was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 55 years, Lois, in 1999. He is survived by his brother, John Lundy of Boise, Idaho, his daughters, Laurie Lundy Ekman (Andy) of Portland, Jeri Starrett (Dave) of Sammamish, Genevieve Kelly (Steve) of Bellevue, three grandchildren, Lisa, Brandon and Jessica and numerous nieces and nephews. Remembrances may be made to: NW Parkinson's Foundation (NWPF) 400 Mercer St., #401 Seattle, WA 98109 Bridge Ministries 520 6th Street South Kirkland, WA 98033-6717 The Salvation Army National Headquarters P.O. Box 269 Alexandria, VA 22313 Mountains to Sound Greenway Trust 911 Western Avenue, Suite 523 Seattle, WA 98104
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Published by The Seattle Times from Oct. 10 to Oct. 11, 2007.
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