Richard TUGGLE

1951 - 2025

Richard M. Tuggle, 74, of Medical Lake, Washington, passed away at his home on April 18, 2025. He was born in West Virginia on March 3, 1951, to Clarence Arthur and Kathryn June Tuggle. Rich graduated from Lewis and Clark High School in Spokane in 1969.

For 50 years he was married to the love of his life, Judy. They married on May 24, 1975, at Fairchild Air Force Base. Together they raised a son, Jason, and daughter, Christina.

After working in the petroleum industry for many years, he found the intersection of his passion for cars and his love of people and began selling commercial vehicles. For the past 20 years he was worked with McCurley Integrity Dealerships out of Tri Cities, Washington.

Rich lived his life fast and loud. He began drag racing in Deer Park when he was in high school, and continued racing at Spokane Raceway Park for many years. He shared this hobby with his brother, Stephen, and his children. A racer was never a stranger to Rich; he shared his passion and knowledge with all.

Rich joined his loving parents; sisters, Suzie and Betsy; and brother, Mark, in heaven. He is survived by his wife, Judy; his children, Jason (Sara) and Christina' grandchildren, Cameron, Emilie'ann, Madelynn, Selena, and Gabriella; brother, Stephen; and loving mother-in-law, Jeraldine. His two dogs, Bear and Jasper, miss him greatly.

Rich was a friend to all and loved by those who knew him. His stories, jokes, and teasing will be missed. We hope you will join us in celebrating his life Saturday, May 31, at 1 pm, at Hennessey Funeral Home, 2203 N. Division, Spokane.