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Tommy Pritchett Obituary
1947 - 2015
Tommy Vernett Pritchett passed away Sunday, May 31, 2015 while traveling as part of his retirement with his wife Victoria. He died after a short battle with an aggressive form of cancer, and exited peacefully in Palm Springs, California. Tommy will be missed by those he encountered, and will be mourned by everyone lucky enough to call him a friend. In celebration of his wonderful life, his family will host a public memorial gathering in Palouse, Washington. Arrangements are being made by the Palouse Caboose Bar and Grill, as well as his children, Aaron and Sara. The tentative date is set for September 13, 2015. The memorial will be a festive event in his honor, filled with music and laughter. His many musical comrades are encouraged to bring instruments and join in making a joyful noise.
Tommy was born January 19, 1947 in Riverside, California to Henry and Isabelle Pritchett. He enlisted in the US Navy at the age of 17 and was a veteran of the Vietnam War. He married the love of his life, Victoria C. Smith, on July 1, 1977. He raised two beautiful children, Aaron V. Pritchett, and Sara B. Pritchett. Tommy lived his life as a family man, and will be remembered as a wonderful husband and father.
Tommy was an excellent musician and loved music. He played several instruments and knew hundreds of songs. Tommy will be remembered for his kindness and honesty. He was a genuine person who fostered loving relationships with everyone he encountered. Tommy's charisma and wit were one of a kind and he will be missed greatly.
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Steve Barrett
June 8, 2019
He was an original. one of a kind, without a doubt.
Julee elliott
June 30, 2015
Vicky our thoughts and prayers are with you please know you are welcome to come the cabin and visit. Our hearts and thoughts are with you!
Julee Elliott
June 30, 2015
Vicky we're so sorry to hear of your loss my friend you know you are always to visit us at our cabin and home!! Treva and I are thinking of you, we did not meet Tommy but our heart and prayers are with him and you
June 23, 2015
Vicky,
Spoke with George yesterday and was so shocked to hear the news of Tommy. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family..
Regards,
Mark Mattefs
Jo Lough
June 20, 2015
Dear . Vicky, we were sorry to hear of the loss of Tommy we will always remember the times he came over to our home and entertained us with the accordion. He was always full of life and always such a sweet soul. He will be missed by many including us. Even though he's gone his memory lives on and Vicky if there's anything at all we can help you do , please let us know. We considered you and Tommy good, good friends and will truly miss his smile his laughter, and his beautiful music. God bless you Tommy. Now you can play for the angels. Bless you Vicki stay safe , stay strong and know that you are loved by us.
Marge Vogelpohl
June 15, 2015
Will always remember Tommy's wit and humor..my condolences to you Vickie, Aaron and Sara
Debbie Pritchett`
June 14, 2015
Heart felt sorrow to you Vickie and your children. Uncle Vernett be filled with the Holy Ghost and may comfort be in your Heart.
Love you All
Debbie Pritchett
June 14, 2015
Vicky, so sorry to hear of your lose! love Judy from the Post Office.
Steve Barrett
June 14, 2015
I was blessed to be able to spend a little time with Tommy, his wife and his brother Wayne a few weeks before his untimely passing
June 14, 2015
I'll miss the wonder and the beauty of life he instilled in his his children. I knew him best through them. I wish I knew him better. Peace Tommy. Carol Larsen.
Jennifer Ceballos
June 14, 2015
Anyone who ever met Tommy, was better for it. No one will ever fill his shoes but our memories will carry us thru. My heart goes out to the Pritchett family.
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