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Jerry Tighe Obituary
Jerry Dean Tighe
Jerry married Brenda Kane in 2006. He worked for the Mukilteo Boy's and Girl's Clubs for 16 years. He was a member of the Snohomish County AA. Jerry loved being with the kids, coaching baseball and basketball. He sincerely enjoyed his family which included the kids at the Boy's and Girl's Clubs and his friends at Snohomish County AA. Jerry loved helping in any way he could and passed on the knowledge he learned. He will be deeply missed by many.
He is survived by his son, Nathan Tighe; three brothers, Jim Tighe, John Tighe and his family, and Jeff Tighe and his family.
Jerry's wife, Brenda, preceded him in death on October 23, 2010. He was also preceded by his parents, James and Barbara Tighe.
A time of visitation will be held from 9:00 a.m to 6:00 p.m., Wednesday, April 6 at Solie Funeral Home. A memorial service will be held at 12:00 pm on Saturday, April 9 at the Snohomish Community Baptist Church, 13622 Dubuque Rd., Snohomish, WA.
Memorial donations are suggested to the Snohomish Community Baptist Church.
Arrangements under the care of Solie Funeral Home.
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Memories and Condolences
for Jerry Tighe
April 7, 2011
Nate, we will all miss your dad very much. Jerry was such a big personality and he really cared about people. I first met Jerry through Mukilteo Boys and Girls Club and we soon became good friends. Your dad dedicated his life to serving the kids of Snohomish County and making a better life for them. Jerry loved all kids, but Nate you were clearly the shining star in your father's life. He loved you and Brenda dearly, and I hope you know just how important you were in his life. It has been a pleasure watching you grow into a fine young man and always know that Jerry was very proud of you. Like the many kids he helped through Boys and Girls Club, Jerry did so much for my kids and always looked out for them as well. I always knew that I could count on Jerry, and that says a lot about the man he was. With Jerry, kids and family always came first. Losing Jerry is going to be hard for the whole community, but especially for the many kids whose lives he enriched, his many friends and most importantly, his family. Jerry always made me laugh and thinking about him brings a big smile to my face and warmth to my heart. I know you will always have happy thoughts about him as well. Best Wishes to you always Nate. Marty, Theresa, Tommy and Madison Hodges
Michele Carsen-Rubatino
April 7, 2011
Good people pass away; the godly often die before their time. No one seems to care or wonder why. No one seems to understand that God is protecting them from the evil to come. Isa 57:1
Jerry's last post on fb read:
Lift my vision beyond the limits of this world. Help me remember that I can and will be joined with everyone and everything I need. Thank you for bringing me the right and perfect people and events for the fulfillment of my purpose. The spirit of love arranges all meetings in divine order for the highest good of all concerned.
It seems to me that adds up to Jerry's work was finished here with us. I know the right path has been taken.
Thank you Jerry for the Owls you gave me when I was 12. For being such a loyal and life long friend to me, much like a big brother. No matter how much time passed between seeing one another, it was as if we had never parted. You always made me feel safe in your presence. Seeing myself in your eyes was always a joy. Always building my strengths, and encouraging me to go for my dreams. I recall in high school you wanted to quit, and you let me know years later that what I said to you, changed your course, and you didn't give up on yourself. You went on to work at the Boys and Girls club, and I saw you shine like the morning star you are. I won't say I will miss you, because it would be selfish to expect you to be living only for me. I would rather say I will never forget you, because your a firm tree planted in the Eden of my heart.
Love you Jerry
Your friend always and forever
Michele Carsen-Rubatino
Karen James
April 6, 2011
Nate, may the courage & strength of your mother & father carry you through your happy & sad times offering you comfort that only you can remember from their physical loving embraces. May you & your family receive & share blessings of peace & compassion from our loving Heavenly Father. Karen & Monika
Kelly Richadrs
April 5, 2011
To the Tighe family and friends: My deepest of condolences. Jerry was such a dear man to many people. I will SO miss his laughter and his big personality. I will miss the way he said hello when I answered my phone or when he answered his phone when I was calling. (Thanks to caller I.D. it was always fun) I will miss our marathon calls, often in the middle of the night when he wasn't tired or when he was staying at the hospital with Nate. He knew I was a night owl and often was working at the computer. We talked about anything and everything. Nathan, please know that you were the light in your father's heart that lit his way in his darkest of times. He just beamed talking about you! Jerry is already missed by many, myself included. Rest in peace dear friend. Until we meet again...save me a spot of God's baseball team. Of course our mascot will be a Husky. My malamute, Juno is already there, just call out for her, she will come running and root you on like any good trained Husky. Much love, Kelly Richards
Liane Black Erdle
April 5, 2011
Condolences to the Tighe family, I had not seen Jerry in years but he brightened up quite a few days with his sincere and thoughtful quotes left on FB, he will truly be missed and there is now a void on my daily routine of checking on all my friends.
April 5, 2011
We miss you Jerry. We are so sorry for your great loss Nate, he loved you so much and was proud to have you as his son. You and your Father have always been a part of the Johnson family, please know that we are here for you, how ever we can help. God bless you Nate. Love Carey Teresa and Alyssa
Jerry and Brenda at Johnson's 50th
Carey Johnson
April 5, 2011
April 3, 2011
Nathan, My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Dorothy Olson
April 3, 2011
Nate, so sorry for your loss. Be at peace knowing that he is home and happy. He will be missed.
Love auntie Mary
Terry Morris
April 2, 2011
Jerry was a great guy, he taught me a lot. I will miss his big smile and awesome laugh. Rest easy my friend, we'll meet again. My deepest sympathy to Nathan and Jerry's family.
ron stevens
April 2, 2011
Nate, my heart goes out to you. I will miss your dad very much. Those times at your place when Tyler and and I would visit and talk about everything from baseball to just life in general. I really know how much your dad loved you. You are a strong young man, and I hope you remember all the good times you spent with him. He will always be a true friend of mine and I will speak of him often.
April 2, 2011
Nate, Your dad loved you as much as he did my Brenda,so knowing that he is with her and so happy it should make your loss somewhat better. Time will heal your grief,prayers will comfort you.We will keep you in our prayers always.
Love you much
Grandma Joan and Bill
Ralph W
April 2, 2011
Ralph W
April 2, 2011
Obee family
April 2, 2011
Nate,
Our sincerest condolences on the loss of your father. Our prayers are with you in this time of grieving.
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