Earl Douglas Averill

Earl Douglas Averill, 83, “slid into home plate” May 13, 2015 in Tacoma, WA.

Earl was a major league baseball player, fisherman, model airplane enthusiast, Rotarian, and friend to all! He is survived by his loving wife of nearly 64 years, Patricia Helen Averill (nee Allington), four children: Michael Allan Averill (Mary Pedal), Carol Averill Bryner (Clyde Bryner), Randall Earl Averill (Sary-Jo Latimer), and Julie Anne Averill (Cindy Bolam), 12 grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren, and one brother, Lester Averill (Ann).

A Memorial Service will be held Saturday, May 23, 2015 at 11:00 AM at Messiah Lutheran Church, 410 H St NE, Auburn, WA 98002. In lieu of flowers, Earl’s family suggests donations to Messiah Lutheran Church, Rotary International, or a charity of your choice.