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Arthur LeClair Hatch Jr.
Art grew up on Tulalip with his brothers and sisters. In his youth Art enjoyed playing many sports with basketball and baseball as his favorites achieving recognition from Marysville High School as captain and Inspirational Trophy in 1952 for basketball. He received a scholarship for his academic and sports achievements to attend Seattle University. He later enlisted in the Army from 1954-1956 for the Post Korean War achieving rank Private First Class, E-3. During his deployment he was stationed in Japan.
He worked at E. A. Nord Doors for years. After E.A. Nord Doors closed he worked at the Tulalip Marina as Security. He made many friends while working at the Marina. Upon retirement from the Tulalip Tribes, he was able to start his professional men's club career with his fellow Battle Creek Men's Club Members, since 1990. His passion and dedication for the game of golf was unsurpassed.
He is survived by his wife, Lorraine Hatch; sons and daughters, Larry Brown (Siria), Howard Brown (Deb), Jeff Hatch (Virginia), Arthur Hatch III, Lorena Hatch, Barry Hatch, Lorelei Ranney (Gunnar) and Mark Hatch (Nicole); his sisters, Eleanor "Billi" LeClair, Maxine Williams (Clyde) and Anita "Keeta" Sheldon; his grandchildren, Shonta Retasket- Troung (Dat), Estrella Brown, Ilia Brown (Jeremy), Melissa Retasket, Blair Brown (Daniel), Harrison Brown (Anna), Matthew Brown, Tiffany Forslund (James), Gunnar Ranney Jr. (Erica) Steven Ranney, Celum Hatch, Winter Kirby, Rita Mae Hatch, Cholena Brown, Laura Ranney, Shelbi Hatch, Skylaer Hatch, Robert Kirby Jr., Sterling Hatch and Mark Hatch II; and great-grandchildren, Chanel Retasket, Emma Ranney, Delias Troung, Darien Troung, Alivia Brown, Tecumseh Fernandez, Malia Brown, Kaelyn Kirby and Mileena Troung; and nieces and nephews, Helene Fenrich, Richard Brown (Theresa), Elliot Brown, Neil, Mary, Clyde Williams Jr., Alan Williams, Gene Williams, Terry Davis Marilyn Sheldon, Denise Sheldon, Jamie, Wendy Martin, Evelyn Cross, Donna Muir, Sally Prouty, Donald Hatch Jr., Illene James and Ginny.
He is preceded in death by his father, Arthur Hatch Sr.; his mother, Lucille Hatch; brothers, Donald "Bub" Hatch, and Donald LeClair; and his sisters, Alma "Mayme", Ada Hatch, Arlene Hatch, Roberta Hatch, Lucille "Sweetie Pie" Hatch, Marjorie Hatch and Sheila Garvin.
Art is recognized by his friends from the Battle Creek Golf Course (second home) for his companionship where is was a member of the men's club and played every Tuesday and Thursday and other days of the week ending in "y". Art played the majority of Native American golf tournaments all over the Pacific Northwest, including the 1997 Washington State BMW Open Team Champions and represented his family and Tulalip Tribes proudly.
Visitation will be held Tuesday, November 22, 2011 from 8:00 - 9:00a.m. at Schaefer-Shipman Funeral Home, followed by a Funeral Service on Wednesday, November 23, 2011 at 10:00 a.m. at the Tulalip Tribal Center.
Arrangements entrusted to Schaefer-Shipman Funeral Home.
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Memories and Condolences
for Arthur Hatch
Yvonne Turk-Palombo
December 1, 2011
To Arts family,my sympathy goes out to all of you.I went all thru school with him and he was such a gentlman,very shy and quiet.I grew up on Rainwater Road and we rode the bus together.I'm so happy to see he had such a large family who loved him.God Bless all of you.
Denise Sheldon
November 24, 2011
To the Family, it is not good bye to Uncle Art but see you later. He will be missed remember we are blessed with family ties. Uncle Art will always be with us, his blood runs through our veins. He has taught us how to be us with a bit of him. I love you Uncle Art, see you!!
Mark Hatch
November 23, 2011
Dad I will always think of all the good times we shared all the birthdays all the Christmases,thanksgivings 4th of July,s and other holidays we had as a family. Thanks for always being their with mom to straighten me out when I screwed up. Thank you for the northwestern jr golf clubs when I was 10 then taking me with you teaching me the game in which I dearly cherish and I owe it to you to for not giving up on me when I wasn't always the best student. I will never forget all you taught me and will cherish every moment we shared. Me & Nicole Celum,shelbi,Sterling and Markus will miss your smile and your hugs and the candy jar at your house. Thank you for making me who I am today. I will think of you everyday and do what you told me. I love you Dad
Blair Brown
November 23, 2011
Grandpa, I miss you so much and cant believe that your gone. but I know that your golfing til your heart contents and playing baseball and basketball.. it saddens my heart that i wont get it hear your voice and talk with you again but you live on in my uncles and my aunties and us too you werent just my grandfather you were my 2nd dad you and grandma helped mold me into this person i am today and im so gratful for that!! I am proud to call you my grandpa!! I know your not in anymore pain but I sure do love and miss you grandpa!! The memories i shall cherish!! I will help take care of grandma she has been so strong thru this but you would be proud of her, you guys have a love that I hope to find I hope I can be just like you guys live such a simple and humble life. I love you grandpa so so much and until we meet again I will make you nuttin but more proud of me!!
Dawn Smith
November 23, 2011
Farewell to a gentle man who was a friend to all - you will be missed across the Northwest. Heartfelt condolences to the family from Frank Knychief and Dawn Smith
gloria toby jones
November 22, 2011
blessings to lorraine and family. for god so loved the world he gave his only begotten son that whosoever believeth in him shall not perish but have everlasting life. our lord jesus will carry you and your family through this trying time bringing comfort to your heart.
love and blessings
richard & toby jones with family eagle bear rilla. cj sohappy keith davis robyn hood whitney and. angela
Owen McClain
November 22, 2011
I only knew you, Art, through Battle Creek. You are a gentleman and you'll be missed.
jenny "estrella" brown
November 22, 2011
Miss u grandpa, from your grandaughter and great-grandson tecumseh.
Annie & Leon Enick & Family
November 22, 2011
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998
Jeff Hatch
November 22, 2011
Dad, I never wanted this day to come when I would be writing in your guest book. But I take comfort knowing you are not in any pain and I believe you are already "teeing" it up with the other great golfers. I bet they have looks of amazement when they see you sinking putts with your unique style. We miss you already, but I see you and hear you in my brothers and sisters, as well as your grand children. Mom has been a "rock," you would be proud, as always. Love Jeff, Virginia, Tiffany, James, and Skylaer
Cy Hatch III
November 22, 2011
Uncle Art: I know you are resting and in peace, but on behalf of my family, we will miss you. My love and condolences to the entire Hatch family. Cy Hatch III
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