Trygve Mathisen passed away in Ballard on January 21, 2006, at the age of 95. Trygve was born in 1910 in Leirfjord, Norway, to Johan Thorvaldsen and Alette Mathisen. He was the eldest of 16 children. Immigrating to America and settling down in Paulsbo, Trygve became a citizen in 1935. He later moved to Ballard where he lived the remainder of his life. Choosing a lifelong occupation that fulfilled his love of the sea, Trygve became a boat captain and commercial fisherman. He married Gudrun Ringstad and together they enjoyed over 50 years of marriage until her passing in 1991. He is survived by his brother, Johan Thorvaldsen of Seattle, his sister, Ruth Hansen of Las Vegas, numerous sisters, both in England and Norway, his only daughter, Carol Lode, his only granddaughter, Anita Lode Olsen, and two great grandchildren, Derrik and Dennis Olsen of Lynnwood. His family is grateful for his life well-lived and the time spent together. The family of Trygve Mathisen would like to thank Ballard Manor and its caring staff for all their help and patience.