w/pic A celebration of life will be held for T.J. Vassar on Fri., Mar. 8 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at The Paramount Theatre – 911 Pine Street in Seattle. This special evening celebrating T.J. — who changed the city of Seattle and schools across the country with his passion for diversity, equity, and education – will feature friends and family who will share their thoughts about him and his legacy. The event will also feature the Lakeside School Chorale led by Phyllis Birdwell. A reception will be held immediately following the service from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
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