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Tanya Bledsoe Obituary
Tanya (Pukitis) Bledsoe, age 54, was born on July 29, 1959 and raised on the South Hill of Spokane, WA. She passed away in Bellevue, WA on Sept. 7, 2013. Her professional work ethic earned her position as President of New Frontier Marketing and Vice President of Operations for National Sales Associates in the natural-specialty food and personal care industry. She leaves behind her husband of 24 yrs (together 30 yrs), Steve Bledsoe; daughter, Ashley Dye; son, Alex Bledsoe; cherished grandson; Luca Dye; brother, David Pukitis; Yorkie, Gunther; many loving extended family and friends.
A celebration of Tanya's life will be held on Sunday, Oct. 13, 2013 at The Pike Place Market Atrium, 1433 -1st Ave., 3rd floor, in Seattle from 2:00 - 4:30 PM. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the "Tanya A. Bledsoe Memorial Fund" in care of Banner Bank: 1-800-272-9933. Cards of sympathy may be sent to The Bledsoe Family: 4111 E. Madison St., Seattle, WA 98112. Please view the full obituary, access driving directions, and share memories at: www.acaciafuneralhome.com Tanya will forever remain in the hearts and memories of the many lives she touched.
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Memories and Condolences
for Tanya Bledsoe
October 25, 2013
Steve,
Laura and I are deeply saddened to hear of Tanya's passing. We have such fond memories of our gatherings over the years, and she was always so gracious and thoughtful. We are extremely sorry for your loss.
Peace
Mike Kolker and Laura Hansen
Asheville NC
Marie Flobrant
October 13, 2013
We light a candle and think of you and your family today, Tanya. Much love from Sweden! We tried to send a heart but it was a questionmark on the phone, sorry.
Marie Flobrant
October 13, 2013
We want to light a candle and think of you today, Tanya. Much love from Sweden??!
Rick & Michele Steckler
October 12, 2013
Steve,
Michele and I are so sorry for your loss. Our hearts go out to you, my friend. We'll always remember the great times and gatherings spent with you and Tanya.
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Patti & Jim Sweeney
October 12, 2013
Dear family,
Words cannot express how sorry we are about Tanya's passing. She was truly a beautiful person inside and out. May God bless you and hold you in his hand.
Tony & Louisa Berardi
October 12, 2013
Tanya was a dear friend to Louisa and I. Working with her was a unique pleasure.
She will truly be missed by many.
Tony & Louisa Berardi
mark magnussen
October 10, 2013
My deepest sympathy to Tanya's family. She was a unique blend, graceful, sweet, kind and classy and you can be proud of the ways she touched the lives of so many. She is and always will be greatly missed.
Mark Magnussen
Penny & Colin Davis, and and the DrTung's team
October 9, 2013
We send our deepest love and sympathy to you and your family at this extremely sad time. We felt Tanya's grace and her kind and lovely spirit the first time we met her. Tanya's amazing light infused everything she did, and so will remain with us always in our thoughts & in our hearts.
Bob Wray
October 9, 2013
I think with the exception of family, I was blessed to be able to spend more time with Tanya than anyone else over the past fourteen years she worked with me at New Frontier Marketing. After being friends and work associates in the field for several years prior, I offered Tanya a job working with me at NFM and watched her grow from being a full time sales rep specializing in HBC to President of the company specializing in everything. I think in business it was the best move I ever made. Her ability to work hard, motivate people, smile often and gain results were such a pleasure for me to experience. I have always been so proud of Tanya for her accomplishments within our industry and the privilege of our time working together. Fourteen years seem like the blink of an eye now. Today that eye has tears in it but I am very grateful for the time we spent together and as is too often the case, I wish I had told her that more often. I will miss her. And I appreciate getting to be around Steve, Ashley and Alex along the way. It was nice watching our families grow over the years. Tanya and the Bledsoe family will always remain close to my heart and remembered in my prayers. Heaven's gain is our great loss. Rest in Peace Madam President. I hope Earth, Wind and Fire music fills the joyful place you are in now.
October 9, 2013
We were business associates of Tanya's for many years and we are deeply saddened by her passing -- our thoughts go out to her family. Tanya was truly a ray of sunshine, was fun to be around and she illuminated any room she was in! She's left this world but her unique SPARK remains in all those she touched. Tanya will really be missed.
Stephen Lee
Paul Sposato
Paola Dooly
Kombucha Wonder Drink
Portland, Oregon
October 8, 2013
I am stunned and saddened to hear of Tanya's death. A sad day indeed. God broke our hearts to prove to us he only takes the best.
Sherry Reid
October 8, 2013
It was with great sadness that I read about Tanya's passing. She sat next to me in home room for four years at Ferris high School in Spokane, WA. We shared a lot of laughs and I think even a boyfriend or two. What a delightful gal--always a smile on her face. God bless and comfort her family at this most difficult of time. Sherry Reid Reynolds
October 8, 2013
Steve, Ashley and Alex, So sorry for your loss of Tanya, such a beautiful person we'll all miss so dearly. Know that our love and thoughts go out to all of you and your family.
-Takag
October 8, 2013
Steve, My deepest condolences on Tanya's passing.May the memories you have made together keep you and your family strong.
Isabel Jimenez/Hominda
Laura Stuart
October 7, 2013
I am so sad for Tanya's death and wish to express my deepest sympathy to Tanya's family, and all of those of us who loved her so dearly.
Tanya was such an amazing friend and co-worker. She was someone we all trusted and learned much from.
Tanya was a magnificent creature, a truly beautiful woman, both inside and out. I want to honor all of the numerous gifts she so generously shared.
October 7, 2013
To my dear friend and associate,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Tanya meant a lot to me and we shared so many wonderful times together. Her passing brings me much sadness. Steve, Patti and I will be present to honor and celebrate Tanya's life this Sunday.
Your Buddy Dean
October 5, 2013
Dear Steve,
I was so shocked to hear of Tanya's passing. Please except my sincerest condolences for your loss.
Clipper Anderson
Larry Loncon
October 3, 2013
Steve, you must be special to have won the heart of such a beautiful person. I am extremely saddened by the news of Tanya's passing. Although it has been years since seeing her, it is evident she continued to touch hearts and lives as she did mine. God be with you and your family during this difficult time. God's Kingdom has truly gained an angel.
Norm Petersen
October 3, 2013
My sincere condolences to Steve and all of Tanya's family. Tanya was a business associate but I considered her a friend as well. She was a shining, bright light in the world and will certainly be missed by all who knew her. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Tim Haas
October 3, 2013
Steve and family - I met Tanya and worked with her for the last 5 years. I'm the sales manager for Lotus Brands and work with New Frontier as our broker.
Tanya was always a delight to work with. She was always most professional, prepared and dedicated to our industry and our common goals. in addition, we shared the same sense of humor and we always enjoyed hearty laughs together. I'll miss seeing her and working together.
I hope that your memories of your good times together helps, in time, to ease your sadness. Peace. Tim
Jan Trautman
October 3, 2013
Steve, to hear you talk of Tanya, and to see you two together, your love of each other was so full of joy. I am so sorry for the loss of your beautiful wife and soulmate. I hold you in my heart, thoughts and prayers.
Steve Cory
October 2, 2013
Steve and Family, I am so sorry. I opened the paper this evening and read of your loss. I remember Tanya from the 7th grade as being one of the most beautiful people at Sacajewea Jr. High in Spokane. Steve, I remember you as one of the best in grade school. You both will be in my thoughts and prayers, Steve Cory
Glenn Rosati
October 2, 2013
Tanya and I first met in 2005 when needing to conduct business together. Since then Tanya became a gracious, steady and steadfast friend who was always willing to listen, empathize and support everyone she knew. Tanya's conduct in business was beyond reproach and is to be admired and emulated. Her regard and concern for her business associates was as close to a family relationship as one could have without being family. Tanya was, both personally and professionally, an inspiration to all and she will remain so for all time. We miss you, Tanya.
October 2, 2013
Our sincere condolences on the tragic loss of such a wonderful, intelligent person. Tanya was always quick with a smile and her tenacity to get the job done was infectious. We know that she is sorely missed by all.
Craig and Cindy Makela Santa Barbara Olive Company
Chris & Tom Cottrell
October 2, 2013
Dear Steve,
We were shocked and saddened to hear of Tanya's passing. We well remember her charming company at dinners. Take care of yourself and your family in this difficult time.
Tom Hedges
October 2, 2013
Steve: Please accept our deepest condolences for your loss. Tanya was always such a gracious and beautiful guest at our wine events, with bounding optimism and smiles. So very sorry!
Dinner Fiji
Dave & Linda Noll
October 2, 2013
Steve, Our hearts are broken. Our time together in Fiji will always be unforgettable. The two of you became family. It was the highlight of working with Tanya for over fourteen years. I wish there were words...
Nothing but love for you and the family.
Elise Ruetz
October 2, 2013
Sending love and deep sympathy to all at this time of loss. I worked with Tanya and enjoyed her beautiful charm and spirit. Tanya was a class act
and a true lady - she is dearly missed and will always remain a inspiration to me.
Elise Ruetz (Denver, CO)
Sarah Spalding
October 2, 2013
Bledsoe Family,
While I only had the opportunity to work with Tanya for a small amount of time, she was such a pleasure to work with . Her enthusiasm for her work was apparent as was her incredible personality. I am so sorry for your loss.
Sarah Spalding, SooFoo, San Francisco
Regina Johnson
October 2, 2013
Steve & Family, I'm SO sorry for your loss. Tanya carried herself with so much dignity and class. We always had a good time talking about shopping, eating and traveling. I admired her style....
Your family is in my Prayers.
Susan and Jay Weiss
October 2, 2013
Dear Steve,
We are so sorry to be writing this note to you and your family. We've known Tanya professionally for the past fifteen years. She was always gracious, wise and understanding as we worked to build our company. She will be missed by everyone. With warmest thoughts, Susan and Jay Weiss- Ark Naturals Products for Pets, Naples, Florida
Will Ross
October 2, 2013
Steve,
We are very sorry Tanya has passed away. She was a great person with a genuine and endearing personality.
Our Warmest Thoughts,
Will Ross and the Venus Wafers family
October 2, 2013
Steve, we've never met but I worked closely with Tanya as President of NSA. We were all shocked at her passing and mourn with you. She always was so full of life and energy and pleasant under even difficult circumstances. We will miss her sorely, but the more important loss is that to you and her family. We wish you well and we will always be grateful to have known Tanya. She was a great lady in life and I'm sure is a great lady in this next step of her eternal journey.
Pat Roberts
October 2, 2013
Tanya would come to our office with a great big smile and coffees in hand. Her business meetings with us were always upbeat and positive. We will miss her greatly. Pat R at UNFI Auburn, WA
Trudi & Terry Root (Ward)
October 2, 2013
Steve- We are so sorry for your loss. She sounds like an amazing woman. Our prayers are with you.
Liz Dean,perkins ,walker.
October 1, 2013
I am so sorry Steve for you,children and family.I can't imagine how bad this hurts your heart,you have always been in my heart,you will have my thoughts and prayers.
Michael Zeccola
October 1, 2013
Dear Steve, I am so sorry for your loss. I will never forget the time we all had for Tanya's birthday at Allegro Romano in San Francisco. The food, drink and the laughter are unforgettable. God Bless You and your family. She will never be forgotten as her memory will live in our hearts forever. Mike Zeccola ( Roland Foods)
Trudi Root--(Ward)
October 1, 2013
Steve- I am so sorry for the lose of your wife. I know there is nothing I can do for you except keep you and your family in my prayers. If ya ever need to talk we are on facebook. Terry and Trudi Root---Ward
October 1, 2013
Steve- I am so sorry for the lose of your wife. I know there is nothing I can do for you except keep you and your family in my prayers. If ya ever need to talk we are on facebook. Terry and Trudi Root---Ward
Kelly Teegarden
September 30, 2013
Sweet Tanya, you have left an indelible imprint on our hearts at Kelly Teegarden Organics. We only knew you for a short period, but the love and light that radiated around you was immense. You are loved and missed tremendously. Rest in Peace beautiful lady, may God hold you closely forever, until we meet again.
To Tanya's family, we send you love and prayers of strength through this very painful time. We are heartbroken for you. God bless you. With love, Kelly and everyone at KTO.
Alison Harris
September 27, 2013
Dear Steve, Ashley, Alex and all family and friends that are grieving this loss, I light a candle of hope for all of you. This is so very tragic and I am so sorry. I send my love and prayers your way.
John Strawn
September 27, 2013
Dear Steve, I'm so sorry to read of your loss. Although it's been many years,
you and your family are in my thoughts. I wish you tranquility in this time.
Saludos y Abrazos, John Strawn, Puerto Vallarta...
September 27, 2013
I know she made it home.
Lansing
September 27, 2013
Dear Steve, Ashley and Alex, l am so sorry for your loss. My heart aches for you, and our hearts and love are with you now, and always.
Love, Greg and Alicia
Jenelle Van Eynde
September 27, 2013
Our thoughts and many hugs are with you Ashley, Steve and Alex.
With love,
Jenelle & Kacey
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