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What a great man. Met him at WWU, were roommates and our friendship lasted decades. When he was the mayor of Snohomish use to go down and visit. My condolences go out. RIP Jeffy
Eric Bracken
July 16, 2025 | Friend
Chestertown, Maryland
Apr 27, 1967 – Jun 13, 2025
Jeffrey Richard Soth, a beloved husband, brother, uncle, friend, and tireless advocate for labor passed away on June 13, 2025, in Chestertown, Maryland. He was 58.Born at St. Luke's Hospital in Bellingham, Washington to Richard and Margaret Soth, Jeff was the beloved baby brother of the family,...
Read MoreWhat a great man. Met him at WWU, were roommates and our friendship lasted decades. When he was the mayor of Snohomish use to go down and visit. My condolences go out. RIP Jeffy
Eric Bracken
July 16, 2025 | Friend
I was extremely saddened to hear this news such a kind, caring, compassionate, intelligent, and funny person. I had Jeff as an athlete and a teaching assistant simply put. They just don´t come any better. Rest in peace my friend.
Mark Albertine
July 16, 2025
I worked with Jeff for many years. He was a staunch advocate for the IUOE-always smart, prepared and relentless in his vision for job creation, the welfare of working people, and union strength. He was a colleague of good humor, and always exhibited creativity and consideration. I will miss him, as will the labor movement. My sincere condolences to his family.
Celeste Drake
July 14, 2025
Jeff was an outstanding person, friend, lobbyist and loved dearly by his wife and family. Jeff worked for me a bit of time. I was able to connect him with the International Union of Operating Engineers. He was hired immediately. Smart, efficient with his time knowledgeable and of his subject matter and able to explain the legislation, policy and positions to the members throughout the state. My heart is heavy, and I with a feeling of emptiness. My Our Lord comfort his family and may Our Lord...
Allan Darr
July 13, 2025
Jeff was an advocate for Operating Engineers and labor colleagues. He was a great friend and champion for schools and students. Jeff´s enthusiasm and wisdom will be greatly missed. Our deepest sympathies to Jeff´s wife, family and the IUOE. Bob Canavan Rebuild America´s Schools
Bob Canavan
July 09, 2025
Jeff was a true warrior for working people. His passion, integrity, and unwavering commitment to the labor movement left a lasting impact on all of us. I´m grateful for his leadership, his friendship, and his example. Rest easy, Brother - your fight lives on in all of us. Coby Graves President & Business Manager IUOE Local 624
Coby Graves
July 07, 2025
You will be missed.
Jason Rhoades Local 965
July 07, 2025
I was very sad to learn of Jeff's untimely death, he was a good friend and a great co-worker of mine at the AFL-CIO Working for America Institute in Washington D.C. in the early 2000s. I was hoping to contact him when I learned of his passing. He was a great guy and a great labor leader. He will be missed by all who knew him. Rest in Peace brother. Tom Gannon
Tom Gannon
July 04, 2025