Earl Oliver WOG

Earl Wog was born in Tacoma in 1930. After graduating from Highline High School, he played on the All State football team. He then joined the Air Force and was honorably discharged as an Airman First Class. He attended college at the University of Wash, where he graduated. Earl was the biological father of Mike, Steve and Heidi, but was an inspiration to all of Irene Wog's children and those lucky to have known him. Earl married Irene in 1970 and they were inseparable for over 38 years. His career as a high school teacher, football coach, driving instructor, golf confidant and financial advisor was in harmony with his love of working with people. Earl passed away on Dec. 31, 2008 in Desert Hot Springs, CA.

Published in the NWsource from 4/4/2009 - 4/5/2009 (thanks to Maren Ostergard for info)