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James Moody Obituary
November 26, 1954 - October 27, 2023
Puyallup, Washington - James Alan Moody (Jim) passed away the morning of October 27, 2023. He was currently residing at Linden Grove Nursing Home, and prior to that at Julian Estates. He was a long-time resident of Puyallup, WA and lived in Pierce County for the majority of his life.
He was born in Arkansas on November 26, 1954 and moved to Tacoma as a child. He attended Stadium High school, followed by serving in the United States Navy during the Vietnam War. Upon his return, he worked numerous jobs from fishing in Alaska, to welding, to owning his own bar for a short period of time. In his later years he could be found hanging out with his good friends at the E-Z Loans Pawn Shop, where he was probably best known for chatting with customers and making anyone a good deal.
Jim loved tinkering with jewelry, making custom holsters, and working on one of his many guns, which he collected avidly. Besides his love for anything crafty, he was a loyal and dear friend to many. Anyone who knew Jim, knew that he was a great storyteller and could sit and chat with just about anyone. But above all, his greatest achievement was his family. Jim was very proud of his children and grandchildren, often referring to them as his greatest legacy. He is survived by his sons Ryan (Holly), James (Briana), Robert (Rachal), daughter Jennifer, and 16 grandchildren.
A memorial will be held at his son's home on November 26th which would have been Jim's 69th birthday. If you would like to attend, please contact Ryan at 253-651-5244 for details.
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Memories and Condolences
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Rick Pagett
December 18, 2024
Hey buddy sure do miss you wishing you a heavenly very Merry Christmas
Erin D Coffey
January 7, 2024
I am crushed I didn't get to tell you how wonderful of a friend you were to us. I will miss your laugh and your stories.
Ryan, James and Robert. I am so sorry for your loss. Todd and I loved your dad dearly.
James
December 1, 2023
Dad- you loved us without condition and steered us to be strong men among the weak. We will hold you in our hearts forever. Your name will live forever.
Greg Mcmullen
November 24, 2023
Jim was a great friend to me.Thanks for all the knowledge you shared.And the great stories ..I will always remember you Thanks for letting me know you.It was a privilege.
marie mckenzie
November 11, 2023
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. I love the spoon rings you made for Cindy and I. I wear mine everyday.
Rick Pagett
November 10, 2023
Jim you were a great friend for the last 48 years.I remember all the great times working with you. I will cherish my gun holsters you've made for me. Your leather craftsmanship was awesome. I will truly miss haveing breakfast, coffee and conversation with you. R.I.P.Jim Love you.
Cindy Copenhaver
November 10, 2023
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Jim you will be missed. I will cherish my silver rings you made me. My sister absolutely loves hers too. You were such a kind and thoughtful person. R.I.P. my friend
Dick lovingood
November 6, 2023
He was my good friend for 38 years I will miss him
Jim Friel
November 6, 2023
Rest in Peace Jim, I always enjoyed visiting with you, you were very talented at all that you did, a real craftsman, and always talked so highly of your kid's & grandkids.. see you another day.
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