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JAN CHAMBERLAND Obituary

Jan L. Chamberland Age 65, passed away Aug 7, 2010 in University Place, WA. He was born in Camp Lejeune, NC, and raised in University Place, WA. He graduated from Curtis HS in 1963, joined the Air Force shortly after, and was married in 1964. He trained as a jet mechanic and spent 2 years in Colorado Springs before going to Vietnam for a year. In 1968 he started working for the Town of Fircrest as a lineman, and joined the Fircrest Fire Dept. He worked as a lineman for 39 years for three employers, Fircrest, Parkland and Tacoma. During this time he was with Fircrest Fire Dept. for 26 years, with 15 years as the Fire Chief. Jan accomplished a lot of "Firsts" during his years as Fire Chief. He took great pride in the accomplishments of the firefighter recruits that he worked with. He also served as a Commissioner of the University Place Fire Department. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and travel, but most of all his three grandchildren. Retirement gave him time to enjoy his grandchildren, travel, and explore this beautiful country we live in and enjoy time with his friends. He was a good friend to many and always ready to help when he could. He was preceded in death by his parents, Van and Margaret Chamberland, sister Beverly Pollen, and two nephews. He is survived by his wife Loretta of 46 years, son Patrick, daughter Margaret (Clarence), son John (Angie), granddaughters Madison and Mckenna, and grandson Brandon. Memorial gathering will be Saturday, August 21, 2010, 1:00 to 4:00 PM, at the Fircrest Community Recreation Center, 555 Contra Costa Ave. A Memorial Fund has been established at Columbia Bank in Jan's name to be used toward a public use project and Memorial plaque. Donations may be made at any branch. Online guest book available at www.newtacoma.com .

Published by News Tribune (Tacoma) on Aug. 12, 2010.
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Loretta and Margaret (et al),

We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Jan's kindness, warmth, and fun-loving spirit will be sorely missed. We are aching for you all and hope you'll consider us people you can call on for whatever supports you need.

Paula and Todd Bond

August 20, 2010

Loretta and Family, Chris and I are so sorry to hear about Jan's passing. I feel blessed to have had a nice visit with him a few weeks ago as I was leaving the mall and he was arriving to run an errand. He was always so positive and interested in our family and sharing the latest accomplishments of his grandchildren. Jan was always wanting to help others and gave his personal time on so many projects. We will always be appreciative of his thoughtful and caring ways and will truely miss him. Our deepest sympathy and prayers are extended to your family.
Carole and Chris Rucker

August 18, 2010

Loretta and Family, We are so shocked and saddened by Jans passing. So many great great memories. You all are in our thoughts and prayers. Lee and Claudia Tracy

August 17, 2010

Chamberland Family~

Praying that the Lord will
surround you with His Love
and that His presence
will fill you with peace

Heidi Schafler

August 16, 2010

Loretta and Family, We were so sorry to hear of Jan's passing. He was such a good friend to my mom and dad, Bob & Phyllis Russ, and a great person. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Lew and Darlene Waltman
Redding, CA

Darlene Waltman

August 15, 2010

I grew up with Jan in University Place. We graduated from Curtis together in 1963. He was a really good guy! I am saddened by his passing and I am am so sorry for your loss.

Pam Wicks Wiseman

August 13, 2010

Chamberland Family-
We are so sorry to hear of your loss and send our condolences..My name is Paula Woolery- De Graw. Loretta-you babysat me when I was young, and helped my mom, Ruth, watch over my brother David. I send this note on behalf of our family and want you all to know we are thinking & praying for you in your time of grief.

Paula Woolery-De Graw

August 12, 2010

dear Loretta. was so sorry to hear this.

Jim & Jeanette Tannahill

August 12, 2010

Dear Loretta and family,

Marshall and I were in shock to hear of Jan's passing. He will be missed by all of us. We have lots of memories of the Fircrest days, family gatherings and events. We have you and your family in our thoughts and prayers.

Let us know if we can help you in any way.
Thinking of you,
Marshall and Linda

August 12, 2010

Jan always cared about his community, and I loved hearing his stories of growing up in University Place.

I became aquainted with him when we served together as Fire Commissioners with Dist. #3 in University Place. I also worked with him as part of an advisory group for the Chambers Properties.

Jan was always concerned and willing to help with neighborhood issues regarding development at the Chambers Properties, and surrounding area.

I am very saddened for his family and the loss to our community in his passing. He will be greatly missed.

Lorna Smith

August 12, 2010

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