Obituary of Georgina Lynn Steele-Wolf

Georgia Lynn Steele Wolf passed into a better life after a car accident took her life on Thursday, October 30, 2008. Georgia was born March 10, 1947 in Tacoma, WA , and grew up in Ruston, later moving to Parkland , graduating in 1965 from Franklin Pierce High School . Geo attended several post secondary schools and obtained a degree in photography from the Art Institute of Seattle. Georgia led a full and colorful life, and her careers were many. She was an accomplished artist whose works were shown in New York. She was a professional writer for The National Mortgage News for the past twenty years, and various other publications and newspapers over the years, as well as a photo journalist. Aside from her artisitic abilities she also managed the Star Apartments in Seattle for 30 years and was instrumental in the complete renovation of the building, always ensuring her tenants were treated fair l y and with respect. She was often referred to as the Mayor of Spruce Park, the area of 1st Hill where she lived with her husband. Georgia was also well known for the beautiful lamp shades she created by hand embroidering scenes based upon nursery rhymes. But of all her accomplishments, Georgia would consider her daughter, Tracy,to be the best. It brought her great joy to see the wonderful life Tracy created for her family. Georgia is survived by Tracy Frank, and husband Chris; her two beautiful grandchildren, Tristan and Skyler. Georgia is also survived by her beloved husband of 23 years, Rick Wolf; her mother, June Carlson of Tacoma; 2 sisters, Karen Renee Steele King of Tacoma, and Laurel Steele of Salt Lake City, Utah; her uncles Tom, Ed and Richard Algeo of Tacoma; aunt, Mary Jane Brooke of Redmond and numerous nieces and nephews. Geo also shared a special relationship with her sister's grandson Michael King. Her sister in law, Cynthia Blank ( husband Al); and a nephew Erick Blank. Georgia's relationships with people were very special to her and if you were a friend, you were a friend for life, as demonstrated by the numerous friends who proudly tell you their relationships spanned 30 or 50 plus years. Georgia was very proud of her sobriety and encouraged others to deal with their demons and seek sobriety. She was a great suppote r and pillar of strength for many. Georgia was large in life and we're sure she's made a grand entrance into the after life. A celebration of her life is planned for Saturday, November 22nd, 2008 beginning at 2PM at the Lodge House located in the Point Defiance Park in Tacoma,WA . All are welcomed to attend and share their stories and experiences with Georgia. One thing about Georgia, everyone has at least one unforgettable story to tell. Geo was not only a wife, a daughter, sister, mother, grandmother, accomplished artistist, professional writer, fabulous apartment manager, but a great friend to all, and keeper of secrets. Georgia will truely be missed. The family requests in lieu of flowers that you make a donation to your favorite charity or to Mothers Against Drunk Drivers in her name.