H Jon Runstad

H. Jon Runstad, a Seattle real estate leader for more than 50 years who oversaw the development of iconic buildings in the city’s skyline, died on Tuesday June 29 2023. He was 81. Runstad founded Wright Runstad & Company in Seattle in 1972. As a longtime CEO of the real estate firm, he led the development of downtown high-rises like Rainier Square Tower and 1201 Third Avenue — the second- and third-tallest buildings in the city. Runstad retired as CEO in 2019, but he remained as the company’s chairman until his death. He died after cancer. Runstad, along with his wife, Judith, was known for their philanthropy and civic involvement. Runstad is survived by his wife of 46 years, Judith; his two daughters, Stacey Runstad Campbell and Kayley Runstad Swan; and his sister Jill Runstad Hall, among other family members.