Lola Sophia (Sugia) Tebelman

Lola Sugia Tebelman, 90, died peacefully April 19, 2016 at Providence Mount Saint Vincent in Seattle, Washington.

Lola was born July 17, 1925 in Seattle, to Assunta and Philip Sugia.  She attended Franklin High School and at an early age began a career as a vocalist in many prominent Northwest bands, orchestras and jazz combos. In later years she attended business school and worked at the University of Washington until she retired.

Lola touched many lives with her presence, her creativity, her talent and her love of family. She enjoyed opera, jazz and classical music, fine arts, gardening, Italian cooking, journalism, reading non-fiction, writing plays, stories and lyrics. Her grandchildren and great grandchildren brought a special joy to her life!

She is survived by her two daughters, Maia Santell and Pamela Tebelman, her granddaughters, Mikela Aramburu, Gina Aramburu and Lisa Tebelman, two great granddaughters and many nieces, nephews, cousins and in-laws.   

At her request no service will be held. Condolences may be sent to P.O. Box 97353, Tacoma, WA 98497.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial donations be made to Seattle Area Feline Rescue, Shoreline, Washington.

To honor Lola's end of life wishes, a memorial gift donation to Seattle Area Feline Rescue would be a lovely expression, as she was an avid cat lover and animal rights activist. http://www.seattleareafelinerescue.org/gifts-in-honor/

Please share memories and condolences on our online guestbook for Lola at www.emmickfunerals.com

Funeral Arrangements entrusted to Emmick Family Funeral Home of West Seattle