Celebrate the life of Gary Strauss

"I want folks to smile on my rides, meet others, develop connections and get interested in leading rides. I want riders to explore new areas and do so at reasonable paces and in ways that gets them turned on to the magic I find in bicycling. I want riders to know that when they ride with me, they will get support." –Gary Strauss

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We’re saddened to share the news that Gary Strauss, a longtime Cascade member and our 2008 Ride Leader of the Year, passed away on Monday morning after a long battle with lymphatic leukemia. Gary was a dedicated bicycle advocate with a passion for bringing the joy of bicycling to others. He touched many lives through his work with Cascade, the Bicycle Alliance of Washington and the bicycling community at large, and he will be missed greatly.

Please join Gary’s friends and family this Thursday evening for a bike ride and memorial service to honor his life.

"Tour de Gary"
Honor Gary's passion by riding the Mercer Island loop
Thursday, July 14
5:30 p.m.
Herzl-Ner Tamid Synagogue - Meet in the parking lot
3700 E. Mercer Way, Mercer Island
Rain or shine

Memorial Service
Thursday, July 14
7:30 p.m. (following the bike ride)
Herzl-Ner Tamid Synagogue - Social hall

Guards will be provided for bike parking, and bike clothes are welcome at the service.

Donations
In lieu of flowers donations in memory of Gary may be made to:

• Seattle Cancer Care Alliance - Family Assistance Fund
• Herzl-Ner Tamid - Emergency Assistance Fund