Darrell James Tecca

Darrell James Tecca obituary, Auburn, WA

Darrell James Tecca

Darrell Tecca Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Klontz Funeral Home and Cremation Services - Auburn on Jun. 17, 2025.

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Darrell James Tecca, 64, of Puyallup, WA, passed away peacefully on 5/22/25 after a courageous battle following a spinal cord injury. He was born on January 22, 1961, in Seattle, WA, the son of Betty & Frank Tecca.
After graduating from Puyallup High School, Darrell worked in the produce department of Piggly Wiggly until he was hurt on the job. On January 23rd, 1991, he married his best friend Carolyn (Asai) Tecca.
Darrell was a devoted husband, father and grandfather. He loved spending time with his family, friends and especially his grandchildren. He loved hot rods, car shows and music. He was full of life and personality, making friends came easily to him. Generous to a fault and greatly loved. His courage over the past year has inspired all who knew him.
Remaining to cherish Darrell's memory are his wife, Carolyn; Children, Shelly, Tony (Taylor) & Tyler (Christine), Staci; grandchildren, Andrew, Oliver, Elliott, Juniper & Deklen and Darrell's Brothers Jerry Tecca, Bart (Karen) Tecca, Bret Tecca, Wally (Molly) Tecca.
Preceding Darrell in death are parents Betty and Frank, sisters, Terri Tecca-Lindley & Sherri Sands.
A celebration of life will be held at the Puyallup Eagle Lodge #2308 on Sunday, July 27th, 2025 from 1:00pm to 3:00pm. Located at: 1106 East Main Ave, Puyallup, WA 98372.

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