Eugene Enrico Caruso Obituary (1921

Eugene "Gene" CARUSO October 12, 1921 - October 9, 2012 Gene was born in Seattle to Italian immigrants, Angelo and Philomena Caruso, on October 12, 1921. He was a lifelong resident of Ballard. He graduated from Lincoln High School and earned a business degree from the University of Washington, attending classes in the evening while working full time. Gene served in the Coast Guard during World War II. While attending a USO dance, he met and later married the love of his life, Joyce Glick. They were married for 67 years. Gene worked in the insurance industry as an accountant and comptroller. A longtime employee of Groniger and Company, he retired in the 1980s after many years of service. The main focus of Gene's life, however, was always his family. Whether it was assisting his parents, his two sons and their families, grandchildren or great grandchildren, he was always available to help in any way possible. He instilled in his two sons a love of sports and supported their athletic efforts throughout his life. His passions outside of family included sports and horse racing. He coached the team of Loyal Realty in the West Ballard Little League for 15+ years. He positively impacted many young boys' lives with his guidance, encouragement and support. On many occasions Gene would purchase and gift baseball equipment to the kids on his teams who came from struggling families. He also enjoyed going to Longacres Race Track and was able to fulfill a lifelong dream of owning a race horse. As 30-year-season ticket holders, both Gene and Joyce loved going to Husky football games and were avid supporters of the Husky Marching Band. A compassionate family man of high integrity, strong character, and a soft heart, Gene will be greatly missed. He achieved a good, full life and left so many others better off for having known him. He is survived by his wife of 67 years, Joyce; his two sons Larry (Trish) and Steven (Janet); grandchildren David (Kelly), Chris (Jason), Carmen (Josh), Brian (Katy); and his four great grandchildren Alexis, Nick, Michael and Tre. Gene was preceded in death by his only sibling, Virginia Cruzen. A memorial service will be held to celebrate Gene's life on Saturday, October 20, 2012 at 1:00 PM at Hoffner Fisher & Harvey Chapel 508 N 36th St, Seattle, 98103 To send a flower arrangement in memory of Eugene Enrico Caruso, please click here to visit our sympathy store.