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Darrel Kathol Obituary

Darrel Kathol

Darrel Kathol, born July 30, 1950, lost his one and a half year battle with cancer on January 14, 2011. For several years, he proudly served his country as a member of the armed forces. He enjoyed old movies, working in his yard, history, politics, and keeping updated on the news.
He is survived by his wife, Pam; daughters, Erin and Tara; son, Cameron; grandson, Gavin; brothers, Dale and Devin; and many others who loved him dearly.
In lieu of flowers, please donate money to the "Memorial Fund for Darrel Kathol" at any US Bank.
The family is hosting an Open House from 1-6 p.m. on Saturday, January 22 to celebrate Darrel's life.



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Published by The Herald (Everett) on Jan. 20, 2011.

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Vern Elder

January 30, 2011

Darrel, so sorry I missed seeing you this last month. My wife (Hoang) & I always spoke of you and enjoyed those many times at the Pine Cone Cafe talking of days gone by. We had many a good time over coffee there. After the Pine Cone closed up I didnt see much of you except the times at Kathol Roofing when I would tow in one of the broken trucks for you guys and Edmonds Towing. I have been very busy lately and now sad I wasnt able to see you before you skipped out on us to see the Big Guy in the sky. Give a good work to him for the rest of us OK? Hope to see you again up there one day. Thanks for your many years of service to our nation in the US Army. Bet Bosnia has never forgotten your tour there either!!! Your memory wont disappear from us and I will be tipping a cup of Joe in your memory once again. God Bless and Keep you Darrel. Look over your family and point the good way for each of them. We all will remember the good times. Edmonds will miss you as will we each day. Yep, I still plan on returning to Vietnam with my wife for an extended stay. Since it is the land of coffee growing, I will be drinking coffee as usual and no doubt at times wondering how many cups you drank that day too.
Sleep well my friend.

Joan,Angie, Wally Moore

January 30, 2011

Pam, Tara and family. Our deepest thoughts and prayers go out to you and your families. Love Joan, Angie and Wally Moore

Karin Santos

January 21, 2011

Tara, I am so sorry to hear about your Dad. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.

Jeanette & The Pratt's

January 21, 2011

I'm gonna miss that smile, I'm gonna miss ya my friend, and though it hurts the way it ended up....I'd share the time again. So play it sweet in heaven..cause that;s where you wanna be! I'm not cryin cause I feel so sorry for ya...I'm crying for me--CAUSE I'M GONNA MISS YA MY FRIEND.
Love and Prayers the Pratt's...Walt,Jeanette,Paul,Kevin,Alyssyn& John

Coyla Seek

January 21, 2011

I am very sorry to hear of the passing of Darrel. I remember him fondly. My heart goes out to your family. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Jack Cooper

January 21, 2011

Sorry to hear about Darrel. We were at Edmonds High together so long ago. Karen and I have the family in our prayers.

Timothy Polzin

January 21, 2011

Pam, Tara, Erin, Cameron & Gavin - The entire extended Polzin family grieves with you during this difficult time. There are no words to say that will make everything "okay". But know this - we all stand, not behind you, but with you. Lean on us, we'll help hold you up. Our love, hugs, thoughts and prayers are with you now and always.

Christa Polzin

January 20, 2011

Darrel was a great brother-in-law. I am so glad that I had the chance this past summer to share a trip with him, my sister, and my parents to Washington,D.C. He will be missed, but never forgotten.

Justin Shenkel

January 20, 2011

I only met Darrel once. That's all it took for me to see where Cameron got his big heart from. My heart goes out to the entire Kathol family during this time. May solace find you and peace overcome you as thoughts of Mr. Darrel Kathol becoming an eternal guardian come to fruition.

Marty Corey

January 20, 2011

Darrel "The Man" was my roommate, and my best man when I got married. I'll always remember his love of acting in high school and shooting pool together. We hadn't seen each other much recently, but I'm shocked and saddened to hear of his passing, and my thoughts and prayers go out to you.

Douglas Felker

January 20, 2011

So sorry to read about Darrel. We were classmates and friends at Edmonds High so many years ago. Great times as young fellows with bondless energy and dreams. Lost track of each other as so often happens, I pray that he had a good life and family.

Janice Dean

January 20, 2011

My deepest sympthy to you all. I am sure he will be missed by all of you. Think of the good things.

Debbie Rancourt

January 20, 2011

My Thoughts & Prayers are with you Pam, Tara, Erin, Cameron & Gavin, we all loved Darrel very much and will miss him, but his memories will go on and we will continue to cherish those memories as the years go on.

Love you all!

Debbie & Mark Rancourt

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