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Joseph Patrick Gormley 2/20/53 - 3/6/11 Joe passed away peacefully in his home after a long battle with cancer. A Vietnam veteran that lived in Tacoma most of his life, Joe loved to play his guitar. He is an adored husband, father, brother, uncle, and friend that will be missed by all. In 2002, Joe dedicated his life as one of Jehovah's Witnesses. He had faith in the resurrection hope found at Rev. 21:3, 4. Joe is survived by his wife, Angela; children, Tabitha, Kelley, Sean, Andrew, Maisy; siblings, James, Genevieve, Christine, Dennis; his grandchildren, nieces, and nephews. A memorial service will be held Saturday, March 12, 2011 at 2pm at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses located at 1201 E 72nd St., in Tacoma.

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Published by News Tribune (Tacoma) on Mar. 9, 2011.

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Paula Rice-Bramsche

March 15, 2011

Angie and family, I am so sorry for your loss. You and your children will be in my prayers. Paula

Jackie Feden (Olsen)

March 12, 2011

To the Gormley family, so sorry for your loss,I grow up with the family in Lincoln Heights, Gene's frend, and Joe was always so funny and he kept us laughing, he will certainly be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

March 11, 2011

Mrs. Gormely, Sorry For your loss. Renee Pharmacy Technician @ Walgreens

Sue Christel

March 10, 2011

Dear Angela and family,
How wonderful our hope is at a time of loss, but it doesn't take away the pain of heart.Our prayers are with you and thankful you have your family near. Love you, Dennis, Sue and Harmony

Debbie Patmore-Murphy

March 9, 2011

To the Gormley family,

I went to school with Tabitha and spent a lot of time with the family. I have many fond memories of Joe. May you know he is in peace and is in a better place. God Bless.

Angela Gormley

March 9, 2011

To all our dear friends and family,
There will be an intimate graveside service you are all welcome to attend.
This will be at Mountain View Funeral Home (Lakewood) on March 14, 2011 @ 2:30p. This is in addition to the memorial service mentioned in the obituary.

March 9, 2011

Angie,
I am so very sorry to hear of your loss. My love & prayers are with you and your family. Sincerely, Linda Rose

March 9, 2011

My dear Gormley family & friends...
My heart is sadden for all of you... but knowing Joe is no longer sick and burdened with illness my heart is ligthened! Praises to our Father that he has chosen Joe to be with Him and so many of our wonderful friends & family! We have that to know in our hearts.
My prayers go out to each of you that you may keep your memories close to your heart!
Much Love~
Connie Botello

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