Obituary: Ralph Velie

Ralph Velie, who taught social studies at Shorecrest High School for more than 30 years, died Saturday Febriaru 11 of cancer at age 67.

Ralph began his career in Shoreline at the old Cordell Hull Junior High in 1967, and joined the Shorecrest staff in 1971. He taught social studies there through the 2002-03 school year. He then became the District’s truancy officer, serving in that position until 2009.

Ralph is survived by his wife, Nancy and four children, Joe, Kirsten, Toby and Vince. A memorial service will be held Saturday, February 25, 10:30 am, at Phinney Ridge Lutheran Church, 7500 Greenwood Avenue North.