Stuart Charles Rafferty

Stuart Charles Rafferty obituary

Stuart Charles Rafferty

Stuart Rafferty Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Mar. 19, 2010.
STUART CHARLES RAFFERTY
August 11, 1960 ~ March 9, 2010

Stuart Charles Rafferty, 49, of Battle Ground, WA, passed onto his Savior March 9, 2010. He was born in Goldendale, WA on Aug.11, 1960 to E. Darrell Rafferty and Sharon C. ( Halverson) Rafferty.
He is survived by his parents; and step-mother, Darlene (Niki) Rafferty; two sisters, Stacy Garcia and Sydney Rafferty; and one brother, Evan Rafferty; several aunts and uncles; numerous cousins, nieces, and nephews; and his beloved Chihuahua, "Primo Puppy".
A memorial service for Stuart will be held on Sat., March 20, at 1:00 p.m., at Elim Lutheran Church in Brush Prairie (Hockinson).
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April 3, 2010

John & Dee Baxter posted to the memorial.

March 25, 2010

Anne (Bernie) Lindberg/Tanninen posted to the memorial.

March 24, 2010

Sandy Hamak-Netzley posted to the memorial.

John & Dee Baxter

April 3, 2010

We have been neighbors of Sharon (Mom) and Stuart since 2001. We will always remember Stuart & Primo, and he will be missed.

Anne (Bernie) Lindberg/Tanninen

March 25, 2010

I am shocked and saddened that my special friend Stuart passed away and I am glad to have this opportunity to express my deepest sympathy to his parents and loved ones. I have some great stories to share but for now I will share my last visit with Stuart which was at our high school reunion summmer 08-(BG class of 78) We spent a long time chatting as we also had at the previous reunion. I can truly say seeing "Stuart" was the highlight for me hands down. While he was talking and sharing such great memories a crowd of "girls" joined in who hadn't recognized him immediately. They also had similar special memories and He became the center of attention.He kept us all laughing so hard with his keen memory and amazing wit and it tickled me to see how confident he had become.
Stu was my favorite guy to sit by and we shared many classes back in the day. I thought of him often afterward and emailed him once before I lost his address when I changed my email account. I am sorry I didn't talk more as I intended. I absolutely adored him and will remember Stuart forever.I wish I could describe the unique special "aura" and quality that made him such an endearing friend and human being. I send heartfelt sympathy,Love and prayers. I was a BG pharmacy customer for years and remember you well Mr and Mrs. Rafferty. I would be happy to share more so call anytime 509-735-9596
I live in Kennewick Wa. My Maiden name was Anne(Bernie) Lindberg - My married name is Anne Tanninen.

Sandy Hamak-Netzley

March 24, 2010

I am sorry I was not there to comfort you in your time of loss but you know the saying, Married with childred. Stuart knew I was there in spirit and I know in my heart he will always be my guardian angel. Sandy Hamak-Netzley

Michael Shattuck

March 23, 2010

My Deepest condolences to your family for your loss. Your family are always in my thoughts.

Barbara Urbanski

March 22, 2010

Stuart was our neighbor in Lincoln City for many years and was always the first to help out and the last to complain about circumstances. Our family will miss him dearly.He was a sweet and gentle soul.
Ed and Barbara Urbaanski

March 22, 2010

I know nothing I can say will help to ease the emptiness of losing a loved one. No matter how old you are, they're still a very special part of your life. We wish you strength and pray that healing will come as soon as possible. The Hamak family

March 20, 2010

I was sad to read about Stuart's passing. We went to high school in the 70's. He was such a sweetheart and good friend. Thoughts and prayers go out to his family. Paula Urquhart

Hazel Mazna

March 20, 2010

Please accept the most sincere of condolences, on your loss, from the McMahon and Mazna families

Corky Mancuso

March 19, 2010

My deepest condolences to stuarts family. I was his Little leauge coach when he was 10 or 11, State farm Insurance. We went undefeated.Stuart was our 2nd baseman. He was a joy to be around. All these years have passed, yet I remember him like it was yesterday. You just knew he was going to be a caring loving adult. I am so deeply sorry He will however remain locked in my memory alive and well as the boy who captured hearts and played 2nd base like no other.

Carla Destifanes

March 19, 2010

My deepest and loving condolences to your family. my God comfort you through your time of saddness...love to your family..

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