Obituary
Augustus "Gus" Tavis, born on July 28, 1937, passed away on December 21, 2024, leaving behind an impactful legacy of service, wisdom, and laughter. Gus was a beloved husband, father, and friend, known for his quick wit and captivating storytelling.
He is survived by his loving wife of sixty years, Trish Tavis; his devoted children, Mike, Tricia, and Matt; his four grandsons, Nick, Joey, Cameron and Chase. Gus was predeceased by his beloved daughter, Mary …
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Event details
Memorial events are private
Gus will be interred at Tahoma National Cemetery in Kent, WA at a private military service for immediate family.
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What were Gus's favorite vacation spots?
Cruising around the globe
Cruising around the globe
Cruising around the globe
What were Gus's favorite ways to spend free time?
Reading about history and telling others about the world
Reading about history and telling others about the world
Reading about history and telling others about the world
What were Gus's favorite games to play?
Pinochle
Pinochle
Pinochle
What were Gus's favorite songs or musical artists?
Conway Twitty
Conway Twitty
Conway Twitty
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