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Timothy Bratcher Obituary
Timothy J. Bratcher of Benicia, passed away peacefully in the great outdoors on Sunday, April 25, 2010.
Tim leaves behind his wife of 21 years, Kelly; and their children, Ian, Katie, and Abbey; his mother, Ruth Bratcher;
brothers, Daniel and WIlliam; and sister, Gay Peterson, all of Vancouver, Wash. He is preceded in death by his father, Amos; and brother, Johnny.
Tim was born on Dec. 13, 1957 and was raised in the Pacific Northwest where he learned to love camping and fishing. Tim brought his family to Benicia in 1990 and together they explored the beautiful mountains and lakes of California.
Tim was an avid Harley Davidson rider, traveling across the country, including Sturgis. His father's service in World War II led to Tim's interest in history and inspired his hobby of building World War II plane reproductions.
Services will be held at 2 p.m. Monday, May 3, at Northgate Christian Fellowship, 2201 Lake Herman Road, Benicia. Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m. Sunday at Passalacqua Funeral Chapel, 901 West Second St., Benicia.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Reach Out Benicia, P.O. Box 2353, Benicia, CA 94510.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Timothy Bratcher
Doug Hinzmann
December 1, 2024
I miss your happy friendship.. We sure had some fun times
Kim (Hughes) Braaten
May 6, 2010
I attended EHS with Tim and Willie! My thoughts are with Tim's entire family right now.
David Paradis
May 6, 2010
My condolences to Tim's family. I attended Evergreen High with Tim and remember his smiles, laughter, and good nature. His passing is truely a loss for all.
Jim Guilliams
May 6, 2010
I attended Evergreen High School with Tim and will miss him. My sympathies to his family.
Nancy Sharp
May 6, 2010
Our deepest sympatlhies.
May 4, 2010
Kelly, Abby, Katie and Ian,
I'm so sorry for your loss. Tim was such a fun sweet person who could light up a room with his big smile. He will be dearly missed.... PIRATES RULE :)
Love you all
Lynn Young
May 4, 2010
Kelly, Ian, Kate and Abbey - Praying that with each difficult hour comes a fond memory filled with the humor and love Tim blessed you with. You are loved! ~ YFA
Doug Hinzmann
May 4, 2010
Tim, a great Friend and Buddy, you are missed very much. I will cherrish those happy times we spent together. You will be in my heart forever. My condolences to Kelly,Ian,Katie,and Abbie. Doug
Gary Nault
May 4, 2010
A long time friend will never be forgotten. My deepest condolences to all the Bratcher family.
May 3, 2010
Tim one of the finest friends and neighbor you truly set a footprint in our hearts here on La Cruz. I will always admire how you encouraged others and believed in spending time with your children, family and friends. Kelly, Ian, Katie and Abbey love is for a lifetime... may all your wonderful memories sustain you.
With love, Carl, Marcella Mia, Justine and Adam Spurgeon
Willie& Debbie Bratcher
May 2, 2010
Kelly,Ian, Katie and Abbey, you are in our thoughts and forever in our prayers:We Love You.
Linda Y
May 2, 2010
Kelly, you and Tim welcomed me and my family when we first moved to Benicia...we will never forget the kindness with which you treated us. Tim was a wonderful Dad, husband and neighbor - he will be sorely missed by so, so many. Linda and Jimmy
May 2, 2010
Thinking of you all with fondness and sending our love.
We hope the memories of your husband and father will bring comfort and joy.
The Green family
Jim, Dana, Gabe and Chelsea
Toni Burnett
May 2, 2010
Kelly,
My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family. May you find peace and comfort in knowing that the Lord is there for you in this difficult time.
May 2, 2010
Gone but never will be forgotten buddy. You will be dearly missed! I'll see you on the next crusade my brother. Love you Tim. Love you Kelly,Ian, Katie, Abbie. May God comfort you all during this difficult time. Scott.
Mike Hopley
May 1, 2010
I'll always cherish the good memories of fishing with Tim in Alaska. My thoughts and prayers are with your family in this most difficult time.
Janet Schelper
May 1, 2010
Kelly, I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you and your family.
REHA Seekins
April 30, 2010
I WILL MISS YOUR HAPPY HUGS AND BRIGHT SMILE
;BLESSINGS TO ALL YOUR FAMILY
GMA REHA
Passalacqua Funeral Chapel
April 29, 2010
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
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