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JAMES FOSNICK Obituary

James L. Fosnick Jim Fosnick, age 74, passed away unexpectedly on December 30, 2017. He was born to Jos. and Carol Fosnick of Sumner, WA. He attended Sumner schools and graduated in 1961. He became an educator and taught in Highline and Bethel, and finished his career at Ridgecrest Elementary in the Puyallup School District. His greatest loves were his family, vacations to warm climates, watching college sports, and golfing with his buddies. He is survived by his loving wife, Patricia, daughter Micki (Robert), son Brian (Katie), and grandchildren Niccolo, Cameryn, Emerson, Shaughnessy, and Hadley. He is also survived by his brothers Joe (Sally) and Jerry (Florene). Jim was preceded in death by his daughter MaryLynn, and his parents Jos. and Carol Fosnick. Funeral Mass will be held at All Saints Catholic Church in Puyallup on Tuesday, January 9th, at 11am. Visitation at Powers Funeral Home in Puyallup on Monday, January 8th, from 4-8pm. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to his favorite charity - Seattle Children's Hospital Oncology Department, 4800 Sand Point Way NE, Seattle, WA 98105.

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Published by News Tribune (Tacoma) on Jan. 7, 2018.

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Christy Christian

April 27, 2019

Mr Fosnick was my 6th grade teacher in the Highline school district. He was just the nicest man and best teacher. He was smart, creative, wise and witty. His smile could light up a room. Everyone just LOVED him!! I ran into him a couple times at the Puyallup Fair as an adult and was shocked to have him remember me. My condolences to his family. I am so very sorry for your loss.

Anita Tomola

January 10, 2018

Dear Patty and Jim's family,

i'm so sorry to hear of Jim's passing. My family ( Roscoe) and his ( Fosnick's) were close and really good campers and fishing people.The two families spent a lot of time together! There was Twin Lakes, Conconelly, Moses Lake, the Elks club, bowling and card playing!

He was a special person as you well know, love and prayers to you,

Anita Tomola (Roscoe)

January 9, 2018

Dear Pat,
I just learned this evening of Jim's unexpected passing and I am deeply saddened for your loss. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers in the coming days and weeks.
Vicki Ennis

Sandy Werner

January 8, 2018

Jim was such a kind man with a soft spirit who loved his family more than anything! He was so proud of his kids and grandkids. He will surely be missed!

My dad on Christmas 2017

Brian Fosnick

January 8, 2018

January 8, 2018

To the Fosnick Family,

Gordy and I were so saddened to hear about Jim's passing. We found out from our good friends, the Spane's. Pat, I still hold such fond memories of working with you at Northwood and going over to your place with Gordy and Kellen so Gordy could do some bids on construction. I know your family will hold dear all the special memories that Jim shared with you. Please know we are thinking of you during this very tough time.

Love,
Gail and Gordy Asai

Patty Fleming

January 8, 2018

Jim has been one of my favorite friends since kindergarten. He was always so positive, fun to be around and loyal to his friends. We have a long history and I was looking forward to visiting more with him at our class lunch this Saturday.

So sad the last place I saw him was my husband's funeral.

Loved you Jim, rest in peace.

Susan Kaelin

January 7, 2018

I knew Jim from his time at Thompson Elementary in the Bethel S.D., and we went through the W.W.U. Master's degree program together. He was an easy-going, NICE guy!

I share in your sorrow at his passing; I am certain that his kind, caring manner touched many over the years.

Jim taught at Thompson Elementary for a brief time; this is from the 1977-78 staff photo.

Susan Kaelin

January 7, 2018

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