Five and a half years ago, we photographed West Seattle comedian, writer, activist, and “Rosie” Georgie Kunkel on the eve of her hundredth birthday. Last October, at 105, she moved on from this plane of existence, and next weekend, family and friends will gather to celebrate her life. Her daughter asked us to publish a reminder of the memorial service, which is set for 1 pm next Saturday, March 7, at Westside Unitarian Universalist Congregation (7141 California SW). Here’s her obituary.
What a remarkable woman and long life she lived. We were honored to meet Georgie about 10 or so years ago when my daughter interviewed her for a middle school project on women’s roles during WWII. She was warm, funny and so sweet and shared some incredible stories. Such a trailblazer for women in education! We will honor her by continuing her support of women’s rights. Our sincere condolences to her family and many friends.
Wow! She sounds like an amazing person and I hope her memory lives on. She is an inspiration to never give up.
Rest in absolute peace Georgia. You were quite the pillar of West Seattle. God Bless your wonderful self.
I met Georgie during my neighborhood walks and at her various comedy shows and speaking engagements. She was very proud of doll collection and showed me some of them.I appreciated that her family offered a ‘drive-by’ for her 100th birthday during Covid. She was beaming!Thanks, Georgie, for blazing a trail for equality, and Rest in Peace.
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