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Jeffrey Darnell "Mr. Bubbles" McKoy

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Jeffrey McKoy Obituary

Jeffrey Darnell "Mr. Bubbles" McKoy 54, of Goldendale, WA lost his battle to cancer and went home to be with the lord on November 23, 2010 in Vancouver, WA. Jeff was born on November 26, 1955 in Philadelphia, PA. He was employed by the Marysville Joint Unified School District where he met his wife, Rosemarie, and was given the nickname "Mr. Bubbles" by the school students. Jeff touched the lives of so many people. His faith remained so strong and he was an inspiration to many until the end. Jeff and Rosemarie moved to Goldendale, WA in the early part of 2008, where they resided until his passing. He is survived by his wife Rosemarie and youngest son Tanner of Goldendale WA; his older children Clarissa, Torea, Terri, and Ashley of Pennsylvania; Branden and Levi of Washington; AJ and Gabriel of California; his mother Thelma Louise of Pennsylvania; his sisters Ann and Lisa of Pennsylvania; and brothers Ron and Mike of California; 15 grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. He was proceeded in death by his father James Thurman of Pennsylvania. A Celebration of Life TBA. Send Condolences at www.appealdemocrat.com

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Published by Appeal Democrat on Nov. 30, 2010.

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Tanner mckoy

July 4, 2024

Hey dad how you been, I´m still with my new gf we´ve been datin for around 6 months I leave for college soon I pray you keep mom safe while I´m gone I wish you were here to take care of here and watch me grow up I love you rip

Tanner

April 3, 2024

Hey dad how are you up there in heaven I´m 18 now and I have a new girlfriend named Avi she´s very beautiful and really loves me, me and mom miss you everyday we stay strong for you Ik you seen my home run the other day I did that for you and mom it was one of my favorites I´m also committed now and I´ll always love you and miss you forever in my heart until I see you next time

Tanner mckoy

October 1, 2023

Hey dad it´s tanner I hope you are doing good in heaven I´m 17 now gonna be 18 this December it hurt me so much that you´ve been gone from me and mom for almost 14 years now I still cry so much about not having you with me and mom. I still remember when you told my mom I was gonna be something great and I juss got my first offer last night, thank you for being there even tho I had you for a short period of time in my life every game I play is for you. You and mom keep me going everyday and I can´t ever thank her enough for bein here while your gone god bless your soul I love you rip

Kathy McWilliams

November 24, 2019

You were an amazing person to know, your smile lit up a room, God Bless your family. You may be gone but never forgotten.

Daddy at the gym

Jeffrey McKoy

November 29, 2011

Daddy & I

Jeffrey McKoy

November 29, 2011

Me, Mommy & Daddy

Jeffrey McKoy

November 29, 2011

Daddy holding me when I was born

Jeffrey McKoy

November 29, 2011

So handsome

Jeffrey McKoy

November 29, 2011

Branden, Daddy & Levi

Jeffrey McKoy

November 29, 2011

Me, Daddy & AJ

Jeffrey McKoy

November 29, 2011

Me & Daddy

Jeffrey McKoy

November 29, 2011

Mommy & Daddy

Jeffrey McKoy

November 29, 2011

4th of July 2010

Jeffrey McKoy

November 29, 2011

Jeff and Myself goofing around lol!! I love and Miss you Pops!!

Levi Norman

November 12, 2011

Patty Cooper

November 11, 2011

Thinking of you today, Rose. God bless and comfort you. May you feel the great love he has for you! Love, Patty

You were the love of my life Jeffrey D McKoy

Rosemarie McKoy

November 9, 2011

Nickie Hutton (Mock)

February 6, 2011

Rosie & family,
I am so sorry to hear about your loss.

Analili Lopez

January 12, 2011

I will miss you so much mr.bubbles you were the BEST!

branden norman

December 26, 2010

I love you pops more than you know the impact you made in my life when no one understood me you did and you helped my mom understand what I was going through.the thing I thank god for the most was are last 2 years togeather you showed me what it was like to have a father and son relationship you truely love me no matter the situation you always knew how to calm me down even whe. You were sick and the doctors gave us not so good news you still found a way to make me believe we were going to be ok.I needed more time with you pops this is getting to hARD BUT I WANT YOU TO KNOW YOU ARE EVERYTHING I WANT TO BE AS A MAN I LOVE YOU POPS AND MISS YOU THINK ABOUT YOU Everyday and dream of the day I see you again and hug you

Gail Cushman

December 16, 2010

Jeff was a wonderful man and he will be deeply missed. I only wish we all could have had more time with him. He will always be remembered as a loving Husband and Father.

Marsha Boardman

December 11, 2010

What a singing voice! And I loved his swagger. The other thing I was blessed to see was Jeff's expressions at Tanner's soccer games. The sideline coach for Tanner, priceless. Loved seeing Jeff and Rose at the gym and the strong words of encouragement that they gave me each time. Your gentle loving way with no judgement. Your actions supported your words. Nothing stronger than that. Miss you Jeff.

Lynda Bradbury

December 8, 2010

Mr. Bubbles, his name is so perfect. I remember when I first met him at Lindhurst High School. He was with "The Men in Black". Such a beautiful smile, such a warm heart, such a loving face. You are so missed. Know that I will sing happy birthday to you every year as that is our day! So much love and prayers to Rose, and the family.
Lynda Bradbury

Tony and Paula Riley

December 8, 2010

What a wonderful husband, father, and friend. We will always remember your smile and your amazing attitude toward life. You will be sorely missed.

Kevin & Sharon Gerchak

December 8, 2010

The time that we got to know Jeff seemed way too short, but we were blessed to have it. His enthusiasm for life and unrestrained worship of our Lord was truly inspirational. And, oh, that voice! Regrettably, we only got to hear him sing one time. But that day he sang with the choir was electric! But, heaven is blessed, and we'll enjoy the reunion in due time. Meanwhile, we love you, Rose and Tanner. We're praying for you continually, and are so glad you are a part of our Goldendale family.

Levi Norman

December 7, 2010

Hey pops,
It still hasn't sank in that your gone. We had so much planned and never knew we had such little time. I kno you already knew this but you played such a huge role in the man I have become today. I thank you a thousand times over again for being the man you didn't have to be. I'll be here for mom and tanner so you don't have to worry. I miss you everyday and will forever miss you. I'll be seeing you soon enuff but until then we will be talking :-). I love you pops and will be missing you. Talk to you soon.
Love, Your son

Ashley McKoy

December 7, 2010

Dear Dad,
You were so much to so many people, but what you were to me was a confidant, a comedian, my number one fan, a work out coach, my singing partner and someone I was not ready to see leave my life yet. You were my Dad and everything you did good and bad made who I am today and I love you and thank for it! The only thing constant is change and this change is a big one for me and I will never accept it. Your legacy will live on and I will sing for you forever! I love you, I miss you!

Susan Kerwin

December 7, 2010

I light this candle in rememberance of Jeff's beautiful, powerful, love filled singing voice. Rose, thank you so much for sharing his recording with me as it was very moving. I know you and Tanner will carry on spreading love to all. I hold you both in my heart.

Me and J looking good!

Donald "Raven" Hubbard

December 7, 2010

“J”, a great friend, and a man I thought of as a father figure. I am so glade that I got to know and learn from such a great man. It was so short and I wish my time with him was more. He showed me so many things that I don’t know and taught me how to be a young man and now as adult how to be a better person. It is going to be hard without him not only for me but for these he left behind. His wife and kids and so many he touched by just being there. His words, his songs, his wisdom, his love, his hugs, his kisses, his happy personality the person he was and the man he would have been. He will be missed and I will miss his round table discussion. I miss you “J” and I know that you’re living the life now, until we meet again I love you… Mr. Bubbles

Patty Cooper

December 7, 2010

Rose & Tanner ~ our hearts were broken when Jeff left us, but at the same time, we rejoice that he is no longer in pain, and that he is with his Savior, Jesus Christ, who he loved with his whole being. I pray for strength and provision for both of you in the future. I was blessed to know Jeff & am blessed to know you! Love, comfort & peace to both of you!

Nancy Dean Deniz

December 7, 2010

Rosie I am so sorry to hear about your husband. I never knew him but he sounds like a very wonderful man and will be missed by a lot of people. Take Care and know if you need anything to please call. 530 473-2360

Brian Roper

December 7, 2010

I was fortunate enough to work with Mr. Bubbles for 2 years at MHS, we had many laughs and became great friends. Tanner you should be proud of the legacy your dad left behind. He was such a great man and touched the lives of so many people in our community. May you rest in peace Mr. Bubbles.

ToyAnn Simmons

December 7, 2010

I light this candle in rememberance of my friend Jeff. Rosemarie and Tanner you were blessed to have Jeff in your life. Always cherish the special moments you had together. Jeff is gone but not forgotten. You know God makes no mistakes. Find peace in your heart now that Jeff is no longer suffering. He has gone on to a higher place waiting on you and Tanner. And Tanner be brave my little one because the Lord has given you your father's strength and kindness to survive in life. Be blessed!!!! You will forever be in my prayers.

December 7, 2010

We were lucky enough to have Jeff in our lives,Joe and I and my three children will all miss him. We had alot of good times and spent holidays together, He became part of our family, He always had a smile on his face . It was a honer for Joe when Jeff made him Ashleys God father. He will always be in our hearts and never forgotten. Denee Pollio

Viola & Bob Wilkey

December 7, 2010

Jeff, you were a good friend for many years.I was shocked to see you and Rose together being as I knew her too.I'm so happy that you found eachother.Tanner, your father was a wonderful man and loved you more than words can say.Be very proud of him..He was a man among men.Rest In Peace Jeff. See you later......

Anthony Covas

December 6, 2010

Hey Jeff, The times that we were around u made my day just from looking at you. You were a great man and i have never met a guy like you before in my life. I love you and forever all will b missed. R.I.P.

Mikaila Malone

December 6, 2010

I'm so sorry that we did not get a chance to know you better. I will try my hardest to be a blessing to your sweet wife & youngest son.

Britnee Dodd

December 6, 2010

Uncle jeff, I will forever love and miss you! Words can't discribe how you have changed me for the better, and for that I will forever be in your debt. Thank you so much from the bottom of my heart for all the great memories you have given me. I love you xoxo!

Sherri

December 6, 2010

I never had the pleasure of meeting you, but felt that I knew you a bit through the stories of your beautiful wife and the wonderful pictures she shared. I know that you will be missed. May you walk in peace with God.

December 4, 2010

WOW HE WAS MY BEST FRIEND FOR 33 YEARS WE SING TOGETHER IN A GROUP CALL THE LOVE TONES HE WAS THE BEST AND I'LL MISS HIM
TRULY I WILL BE BLESSED MY FRIEND AND R.I.P.

STANLEY JORDAN

December 4, 2010

WOW HE WAS MY BEST FRIEND FOR 33 YEARS WE SING TOGETHER IN A GROUP CALL THE LOVE TONES HE WAS THE BEST AND I'LL MISS HIM
TRULY I WILL BE BLESSED MY FRIEND AND R.I.P.

December 2, 2010

Mr. Bubbles...What is there to say?? You were an amazing man. Mr. Bubbles without you I don't think I would be the same person I am today and I am grateful for that :) You were always there when I needed you most and just when i needed a little bit of encouragement. I know you touched a lot of peoples lives, but I am so glad I got to know you. I still wish you were here with us but I am glad you are no longer in pain. You will greatly be missed Mr. Bubbles
Tabitha Vriethoff :)

December 2, 2010

Mr. Bubbles was definetly one of those special people who touched lives. I dont remember a time when I would walk down the halls of MHS and not see a smile on his face. He made Marysville High a better safer place. He truly will be missed. My thoughts and prayers go out to Rosie and her family.
Rest in peace Mr. Bubbles.

Christina Stelter

December 2, 2010

Rose,Tanner and family thank you for sharing Jeff with us he will always be remembered and Live through you Tanner and all that he touched. Christina Stelter and family

December 2, 2010

TO jeff and rose and tanner. my thoughts and prayers are with you Jeff will always be part of the gym. His love for the lord was always with him .And he worked-out like A champ. I will never forget him holly.

Dana Cooper

December 2, 2010

I never had the opprtunity to meet Mr. Bubbles but after reading the Obituary he was a profound man. I had the pleasure of attending high school with his daughter Clarrisa. It is sad to hear about someone lost and even more when it's a beautiful person like Clarrisa. My thougths and prayers are with you and your family.

Dana Cooper

being a raven at yuba gardens 2003

December 1, 2010

Mr.Bubbles was a great guy to be able to have the respect with each and every teen I have talked to,that takes a great man, I just remember his great smile when I meet him at the kids school a few times.

Jennifer Bustamante

December 1, 2010

RIP Mr. Bubbles...you will truely be missed...my thoughts and prayers go out to the family.

Anita Arrenquin

December 1, 2010

Rosie, I am so sorry to hear about Jeff. Love to you & family.

Gay Weston

December 1, 2010

My thought and prays are with u and tanner

m calapini

December 1, 2010

i'm sorry for your lost.i'm glad i got to meet mr. bubbles my freshman yr at marysville. he was a great man.also a cool guy. always turning his head to not get us in trouble.just know that he's in the best place that there will ever be. just know he's looking down and protecting everyone that he loves an knows.
just know that our prayers are with the family and you.

Pastor Dorn

December 1, 2010

Rose im so disturbed by the news of Jeff passing,Im Praying your strenght in the Lord, my the Lord continue to Bless you as only he can,The VET HOUSE stands with you in this Dark time in your life

James Kraus

December 1, 2010

"Mr. Bubbles",
THANK YOU SIR FOR TAKING CARE OF OUR
MARYSVILLE HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS.
REST IN PEACE MY FRIEND......
WE LOVE YOU

ANNA ARREDONDO

November 30, 2010

ROSE,SORRY FOR YOUR LOST HE WAS A GREAT MAN! BUT THAT EVERY KNEW!I AM PROUD TO SAY THAT HE PLAYED SUCH AN IMPORTANT PART IN MY CHILDRENS LIFES AS HE DID IN YOURS. HE WILL BE GREATLY MISSED! BY EVERY ONE! LOVE YA!AND I,M HERE FOR YA! LOVE THE ARREDONDO, FAMILY

Lisa Werblow

November 30, 2010

Rosie, I am very sorry for yours and your families loss, altho I did not have the honor of meeting your husband Jeff, the amazing smile on your face told the kind of man he was, and obviously loved and adored by many. You are all in our prayers, hopefully my Dad and Jeff will meet in heaven. Mark and Lisa Werblow

Barbara Chiono

November 30, 2010

Rose,
I am so thankful I had the opportunity to talk with you recently. It meant so much to connect with you. It's hard to believe that Jeff is physically gone from our lives but, I know that he will be there for you, Tanner and all of his family each and everyday. He brought so much life, love, wisdom and joy to everyone he met. Our students' lives were better because of him, our staff was richer for having him a part of it.
David and I send our prayers and love to you. Thank you for being a part of our lives! We love you!

Geri Eastland

November 30, 2010

Rose and family, Jeff was an amazing man. Emmett loved him so much. I know that God is celebrating with him and the angels. The Lord will get you through. Love you so much.

Brian Lowe

November 30, 2010

Rose, I am so sorry for your loss.
Jeff (Mr.Bubbles) was such a big help with talking to the players on my basketball team when I was coaching the varsity boys basketball team at Marysville High School. He was a great friend to me and the basketball program. I was always thinking about him when he left for Washington. He had a huge impact on a lot of young life's. I feel truly blessed to have gotten to know him. He is now pain free and smiling down on us.
God Bless
Brian Lowe
Former Marysville High School
Varsity Boys Basketball Coach

November 30, 2010

Jeff was an amazing friend with an amazing smile for everyone, i worked with him MANY years ago when he did security at The Mall at Yuba City, I was the manager of a franchise there. I was so sorry to hear of his passing. My thoughts and prayers are with the family. He was a very tender hearted person especially with children. I saw that with my grandson. May God Bless you.

Steve White

November 30, 2010

I sit and write this message with a heavy heart and tears in my eyes. Jeff was one of the most wonderful people in the world. He had a way with teenagers like no one I have ever known. Even if you got in trouble with him you could not help but like him. That is the kind of man he was. I enjoyed working with him at Marysville High School. My thoughts and prayers are with you Rose and Tanner. Find comfort in knowing that he was loved by many people. R.I.P Bubbles and say hi to Jayne for me. I love you my brother.

Sandi Hagedorn

November 30, 2010

Rose and Tanner thank-you so much for sharing Jeff with our church and family..he will be missed very much and added so much to the church..I love his excitement for the Lord !! (what a great example of a christian brother)..I love you both very much and care.May Jesus wrap His arms around you and hold you tight.You are loved by us all !! Love and prayers Sandi Hagedorn and family (Goldendale Washington)

Steve White

November 30, 2010

I sit here with a heavy heart and tears in my eyes as I write this message. I worked with Mr. Bubbles during his time at Marysville High School. He had a way with students like I have never seen before. Even if he caught you doing something wrong you could not help but like him. He had a smile that never quit. My thoughts and prayers go out to Rose and Tanner. There will never be another Mr. Bubbles. R.I.P. my brother.

Alex LaRoche (Lopez)

November 30, 2010

Mr. Bubbles was an incrediable man. He inspired many student to stay off drugs, attend class, and mostly graduate. When I was a senior at MHS he would sit and chat with me in the hall when he knew I should have been at my TA class. I would go to the cafferita and pick us up a breakfast burrito (on him) and we should share breakfast and first period together. He was the coolest man ever--- I am sure his attitude translated into a loving father, g-pa, and husband. Mr,. Bubbles--you will be missed.

November 30, 2010

Rose my deepest sympathy to you and Tanner. I knew Jeff for a short time but it was enough to know what a wonderful man he was and how much he loved you and Tanner. Jeff had a smile that could light up the world and he is now lighting up Heaven. He will be missed my many. My love and prayers to you. Cathy, Goldendale, WA

November 30, 2010

Our hearts go out to you in your time of sorrow.
The Appeal-Democrat Family

BREANNA DE LUZ

November 30, 2010

HE WILL BE DEEPLY MISSED. I WILL MISS ALL THE TIMES HE CAUGHT ME LEAVING CAMPUS AND TURN HIS HEAD THE OTHER WAY AND SMILE. HE WAS A GREAT GUY WHO COULD ALWAYS PUT A SMILE ON YOUR FACE. THERE WILL NEVER BE ANOTHER BUBBLES. MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH HIS FAMILY.

shannon uribe

November 30, 2010

I am so so sorry for your loss! He was a great man that made a huge impact on all three of my kids that attended MHS..they were truely saddened about his passing and felts a great loss. What a accomplished life he lead just being loved by so many, he touched so many kids hearts...god bless your family in this sad time..my prayers are with you and MR. Bubbles!

Michelle Evans

November 30, 2010

Rosie my friend, my thoughts and prayers are with you and Tanner. I am so blessed to have known Jeff. Sometimes someone comes into your life and touches it like no other. And Jeff was one of those people. And in speaking to alot of people around here he did that for alot of people. I will always remember the story about Jeff and the two boys from MHS (LOL).

The Morris Family

November 30, 2010

Our deepest sympathy to the McKoy family..."Bubbles" was a shining light in this world who brought joy and laughter to those fortunate enough to meet him. He will be missed greatly.

KATHY ANDERSON

November 30, 2010

Rosie,I am so sorry about your loss of your wonderfull husband an father...GOD BLESS YOU ALL. YOU ARE IN MY THOUGHTS AN PRAYERS..LOVE U KATHY ANDERSON AN FAMILY

November 30, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family

Mykeala Lawton-Kern Mcaa

joyce mckoy

November 29, 2010

I'll will miss him

JOYCE MCKOY

November 29, 2010

My prayer are with you

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