THOMAS WRITT Obituary


THOMAS EDWARD WRITT
August 23, 1954 ˜ March 5, 2019

Thomas Edward Writt, 64, of Vancouver, WA, passed away March 5, 2019 surrounded by family. He was born on August 23, 1954 to Michael and Frances Writt in Spokane, WA. Tom graduated from Campolindo High School in Moraga, CA in 1972 and concluded his education in 1978 with a degree in Civil Engineering from University of California, Berkeley.
Shortly after finishing college, Tom began his career with Peter Kiewit and Sons, working his way up to Project Manager. He retired in June of 2016.
Tom is survived by his wife, Rebecca Writt of Vancouver, WA; daughter, Amanda Doering of Gresham, OR; grandchildren, Rebecca, Abby and Joseph Jr., all of Vancouver, WA; son-in-law, Joe Stone (his wife Liz and her son Josh), all of Vancouver, WA; mother, Frances Writt of Gig Harbor, WA; sisters, Linda (Bill) of Gig Harbor, WA and Jane Sawyer (Ernie) of Renton, WA; brothers, Patrick Writt (Allison) of Albuquerque, NM and Mike Writt of Payson, AZ; sisters-in-law, Paula Wohosky (Phil) of Dalles, OR and Vivian Reudink (Jim) of Vancouver, WA. He was preceded in death by his father, Michael Writt.
A small family gathering will be held at a later date. Our family suggests gifts in memory of Tom be made to the “Cancer Research Fund/ Dr. Curti’s work” and be mailed to Providence Portland Medical Foundations, 4805 NE Glisan St., Portland, OR 97213.
Please sign his guest book @ www.columbian.com/obits

Published by The Columbian on Mar. 14, 2019.
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Becky — Think of you and the grandkids and hope you’re doing OK.

Tom Knappenberger

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March 8, 2021

So sorry to hear about Tom! He always had time to say hi, even it if was a quick passing. Becky, I am so sorry for your loss! Know that you are in my prayers!

Crystal Messier

April 3, 2019

We were so saddened to see this news! Our hearts are with you, Becky, in your loss. Tom was always a great guy and true gentleman.

Rona Patterson

March 17, 2019

Becky I'm so sorry for your loss. Truly hoping you find peace.

Adam Hegewald

March 16, 2019

Becky and family I am so sorry to hear about Tom. My thoughts are with you as are those of all the lives you've touched. Peace be with you.

Tom Knappenberger

March 14, 2019

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