William WAHLQUIST

1946 - 2024

William "Jeff" Wahlquist (77) of Spokane passed away suddenly on July 13, 2024. Jeff was born November 8, 1946, in Yakima to AltaJean and Grant Wahlquist. He graduated from Selah High School in 1965. He continued his education at Yakima Community College, then Central Washington University where he earned his master's degree in English literature. He met his wife (Marilyn) of 57 years in high school. They had two amazing sons, Erik and Ryan. Jeff started his career at a gas station in Selah, then moved on to sell advertising for the Yakima Herald Republic. After that, he became an English teacher at West Valley High School in Yakima. In 1988, he became a Uniserv Representative for Washington Education Association, then became Coordinator of Bargaining and Organizing for WEA. Jeff is survived by his wife, Marilyn; his son, Erik (Shelley) in Wenatchee; three grandchildren, Megan, Jason, and Cadie; his brother, Jack (Pat) of Yakima; and his sister, Julie (Bob) of Spokane; and many cousins. He was preceded in death by his son, Ryan in 2020. There will be a Memorial service on August 24, 2024, 11:00 am at Heritage Funeral Home in Spokane. In lieu of flowers, please contribute to your favorite charity.