Timothy David "Judge" Getchell
Timothy David "Judge" Getchell
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This obituary was originally published in the Star Tribune.
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James Lovick
December 2, 2005
Dear Getchell Family,
My name is James Lovick. I worked with Judge for a number of years at Qwest. I also played pool with him for a year on Tuesday night's at Geraldines. I left Qwest in 2003 and lost touch with Judge. I just found out about his passing tonight. I am deeply saddened. He was a kind spirit that touched many people around him. He made us laugh constantly at work and play. My favorite memory was the time I went to his house for the Frank Sinatra party. He told me I hadn't lived until I had been to one. It was hilarious. I will always keep him in my memories with a smile on my face. God Bless you and your family. He will be missed.
Georgia Gould-Lyle
December 2, 2005
Dearest Getchell Family,
Tim's dad, Dick, and I were at the U together, and years later, your extraordinary Tim was my favorite waiter at a Galtier Plaza cafe, when I came in for lunch from Channel 2. He gave me an audio tape of his band, which I ran across last week, and for my 40th high school reunion in Glencoe, he loaned me a huge box of precious music from the 50s. Whatta great guy! My heart hurts for your family and the loss of Tim's special presence in this world.
"But the soul of him, the the glowing, gorgeous, fervent soul of him, surely is shining in eager joy upon some other dawn." -- William White
Warmest blessings with all my heart.
Dr. Jill Costa (nee Bonham)
December 1, 2005
To Tim's parents and his wife: I went to 6th/7th grade with Tim (@ Mahtomedi) and we used to be neighbors growing up. Tim - this was apparently before he was "Judge" - and I had a tree fort in the woods down the hill by the ponds before they built all the houses back there. Of course it was not for his building prowess we had the fort as I found out quickly that he could not really hammer a nail "properly" back then - being a lefty?! I'm really sad to hear about his passing but I am really glad to hear he was so cool as an adult because he was a really special person when he was young(er) and in fact I have thought about him from time to time. Also I am glad to see all the cats, as I ended up with 6 myself at this point and this certainly says a lot about someone's character. I wish you and your family the best.
Paul Taylor
December 1, 2005
Dear Dick and Nancene:
My deepest sympathy to you and your family. The Getchell and Taylor families go back 50 years to St. Paul,MN. The brotherhood of SAE has lost a good friend. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Paul Taylor
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Steve Berglund
November 30, 2005
Dear Mr. and Mrs. Getchell,
I just spoke with my Mom this morning and heard about Tim's passing. I know my parents wish they could have been here for you, but as you know they just recently headed back to Arizona. Speaking for the Berglund family, our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Sincerely,
Steve Berglund
Chris Clark
November 29, 2005
Dear Getchell Family --
We did not know Tim, but through the entries of your friends and family, we can tell that he must have been a joy to be around.
Our son, Josh is in Chris Getchell's class -- we are keeping all of you in our thoughts and prayers during such a difficult time. Tim was much too young...
Hold tight to the memories.
Sincerely,
Bob & Chris Clark
Sandra Koehler
November 29, 2005
Anna I am so sorry to hear about Judge's passing.
One never knows when our time will be over on earth. It reinforces that we need to make each day count.
I hope you and Judge made many happy memories and those memories will help you in the days and years ahead.
I will always remember his wit and how he would publish these fake Qwest news publications. They would always be good for a daily laugh.
My thoughts and prayers will be with you, Judge's family and all his friends at this difficult time.
Tami Felling
November 28, 2005
Dear Getchell Family,
Your's is a loss that will be felt by many.
I didn't know Tim well but remember him from M.A. He was always so funny and what a fantastic musician.
My prayers are with your family in this time of sadness.
Ruth (Anderson) Blomster
November 28, 2005
Dear Anna,
I was so saddened to learn about Judge's passing. I worked next to him at the time he (and you) borrowed my digital camera to take on one of your exciting roller coaster trips. I'm so thankful to have known Tim and to have lent some opportunity for you two to have fun. I enjoyed the pictures when he showed them to me. I also know personally of cancer struggles. I hope you remember me when we were all seated in the waiting room at Maplewood Cancer Treatment Center for our seperate cancer therapies. It was a trying time. Cancer does have it's gifts, however; it taught me, and I'm sure Tim as well, to accept love and care from so many people. To know people loved Tim so much, will I'm sure, give you strength to carry you through your grief. May your comfort not only come from your family and friends, but from God above, who grants all our peace.
With loving memory,
St. Johns Admitting Staff
November 28, 2005
Our deepest sympathy to Tim's family. We were all so sorry to hear of his passing. May the many memories of Tim bring you solace and peace in the days ahead.
John and Marti Frisvold
November 28, 2005
Dick and Nancine,
We were so saddened to hear the news. Our prayers and thoughts are for you. God bless.
John and Marti Frisvold
Diane Moody
November 28, 2005
When I remember Judge, I will always smile. He was a wonderful person and I feel lucky to have known him.
Dave & Angela Albee
November 27, 2005
To Judge's Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We will miss Judge's uncanny wit and humor. He was a great friend. Memories never fade.
Debbie & Leanne Gopher Bar Softball Team
November 27, 2005
To Judge's Family,
Our thoughts & prayers are with you at this very difficult time. Judge was the best!!! He always had a big smile when we would come into the Gopher Bar after games. He will be deeply missed by all of us players and fans. God bless you Judge!
bob dreger
November 27, 2005
Dick my prayers are with you and your family.
Chuck Anderson
November 27, 2005
Anna, Dick, Nancene, and Chris,
I am deeply saddened to hear of Judge's passing.
The world has lost a talented individual who loved to make people laugh.
My and my family's thoughts and prayers are with you.
Dan Clark
November 26, 2005
Tim was one of a kind and will be greatly missed by all who had the opportunity to have had the chance to be part of his life. My deepest sympathy to Anna and the entire family.
Dave & Ginny Powell
November 25, 2005
Dick and Nancene - Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Love, Dave & Ginny
Dick and Sandy Meister
November 25, 2005
To Chris and Christa,
So terribly sorry to hear of Chris's brother's passing away.
Dick lost two brothers to cancer and there is nothing we can say except to say that you are in our prayers at this time.
Best to you all.
Dick and Sandy Meister
Jim and Susan Pierce
November 25, 2005
One of the best has been called home. We mourn for all those who loved him so.
BILL LOFQUIST
November 25, 2005
MY DEAPEST SYMPATHY TO THE FAMILY.
I KNOW THE HURT THAT YOU ARE NOW EXPERIENCING. LOVE YOU ALL.
Bob and Barbara Pagel
November 25, 2005
Dear Dick and Nancene and Family,
We are so sorry to learn that Tim lost his battle with cancer. No matter the cause, losing a close family member challenges and rocks our very faith and sense of being. Trite but true, we expect to die before our children.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you as you grieve Tim's loss and celebrate his life. Take comfort in his freedom from suffering and in your faith that you will see him again in heaven.
All our best,
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