Marlin Lloyd George

Marlin Lloyd George Jr., 37, passed away tragically on December 4, 2018 at Harborview Medical Center in Seattle, WA. He was born on September 25, 1981 in Bremerton to Melodie Strand and Marlin L. George.

Marlin lived his life in Suquamish, WA. He was proud to be a Suquamish and S'Klallam descendant. He was a kind, loving man with a strong spirit and passion for his culture, fishing and family and was always committed to looking fresh and making sure his family and friends knew he loved them. He made a career on the water as a hard-working seafood harvester and firework salesman at his family owned firework stand. He loved to teach others what he knew on the water and help them to practice their treaty rights. He had a love for loud music and a great sense of humor.

He was loved and supported by all of his extended family in Suquamish, Little Boston, and Lummi communities. Many family members had a hand at raising Marlin and left a lasting impression upon his life.

Marlin married the love of his life, Jolene Sullivan (George) in 2012 and together they raised their children; Norman, Garrett, Leighton, Marlin III, and Clara. He is survived by 3 loving children; Christopher, Marlin III, and Clara. His stepmother Roberta George, grandfather Robert George, siblings; Skylene George, Shellene George, Serene (Ka-el) Williams and Duran George, Aunties; Georgia George and Maylene Mathiesen, Uncles; Bradley and Raymond George, many nieces and nephews and life-long loyal friends. He is preceded in death by his parents, sister Shawnene George, grandmother June George, and grandparents Merle and Patricia Strand.

Funeral services will be held at the House of Awakened Culture in Suquamish, WA on December 13, 2018 at 11 am.

Arrangements are entrusted to Cook Family Funeral Home.