Perry Richard “Dick” Cays, born April 28, 1926, passed away at the age of 88 Nov. 8, 2014, in Bothell, Wash., at the home of his son. Dick had a good, long life. He worked hard and lived life to the fullest. His life centered around his family, friends and the University of Washington Huskies.

Dick was one of six children, born in Carlsberg, Wash., to Orrin and Ollie Cays. He graduated from Sequim High School and served in the U.S. Navy during WWII.

He married Jeanne Saum Dec. 17, 1948, in Sequim.

Dick and his family moved to Oak Harbor, Wash., in March of 1958, when he began working at NAS Whidbey as a firefighter. He was also a volunteer firefighter for the Oak Harbor Fire Department. For many years, he worked part time for Quinn Glass. He retired early from NAS Whidbey to care for his wife.

He was an active life member of the Oak Harbor Elks Lodge #2362 and enjoyed serving in many different capacities. He was also a life member of Henry Echternkamp VFW Post #4760 in Sequim.

Dick was preceded in death by his wife, Jeanne, in 1981; his son, Doug, in 2009; and his grandson, Michael, in 1962.

He is survived by his two children, Linda (Don) Iverson of Montesano, Wash., and Terry (Monica) Cays of Bothell; six grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren; and countless nieces, nephews, family and friends.

At Dick’s request, there will be no formal funeral or memorial, but he requested a Celebration of Life to be held 2-4 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 6, at the Oak Harbor Elks Lodge, 155 NE Harvest St. Dick is buying. Wear your purple and gold. Memorial contributions may be made to a charity of your choice.