Roloff, Don H.

September 16, 1936 - January 29, 2012

 A resident of Martinez Don Harry Roloff died unexpectedly at home in Martinez, California on January 29, 2012. Don was born September 16, 1936 to Emil and Geraldine Roloff in Olympia, Washington. Graduated from Olympia High School in 1956 and served in the U.S. Naval Reserve in San Diego starting in 1958. Don was an avid sailor during his youth, and voyaged during the 1960s and 1970s to many parts of the globe, including Europe, Mexico, and South America. Don had a long and distinguished career as a typesetter and printer for newspapers both in Washington and California. These included the Daily Olympian, Seattle Times and a 35-year career with the Oakland Tribune. Don shared his love of jazz music with friends and relatives alike, and was an accomplished photographer and avid fan of the Oakland Raiders and Athletics. Don is preceded in death by both parents. Don is survived by his wife, Chris (Gould, Dunham) Roloff of Martinez, wed 8/08/88; brother, Robert Roloff of Spokane, Wa.; sister, Mryna Niedermeyer, of Vancouver, Wa.; 3 nephews, 2 nieces, 6 great-nephews and nieces, and many dear friends from both Washington and California. Donations may be made to Don's favorite charity, Guide Dogs For the Blind, P.O. Box 151200, San Rafael, CA 94915.