Here's a bit about Gabe that most people in Port Angeles may not know.  About 15 years ago when my daughter was about 5, Gabe married her mother Katy.  Katy and I were married very young and had our daughter, but our marriage didn't last.  All a person can hope for when getting a divorce is that whomever your ex chooses to marry if they ever marry again, they will love your kid too.  Gabe Rygaard earned the respect and admiration of me and my family over the years, and it really didn't take long to start.  He loved and cared for my daughter like she was his own, which is why I have never called him her step dad.  She was blessed enough to have two dads.  Period.  All of us worked hard to make it all work out, and I am proud to say that.  Gabe was a huge part of helping her become a strong woman.  He will be greatly missed.  He had huge affection for his family, his church Kingsway, and Port Angeles youth sports.   He cared about PA.  I wanted to share this story.  Rest In Peace Gabe.