Born March 30, 1936, in Seattle; died April 5, 2007, in Hastings, Minn. Gene attended Highline and Cleveland high schools.

He is survived by son Corey (Becky) of Afton, Minn.; daughters Nicole (Adam) Warren of St. Paul, Minn., and Mary (Jim) Roberts of Federal Way; seven grandchildren; brother Gerald (Joan); sister Sally Miller and stepsister Charleen Ferguson (Mike D'Almeida), all of the Seattle area; and many other family members and friends.

Gene was a devoted father and good friend. During his leisure time, he enjoyed bowling, golfing and having a good laugh! He will be missed. Services were held April 11, 2007, in Roseville, Minn