Jeffery Allen Walsh, age 54, passed away at his home in Burlington, Washington on Friday, February 11, 2011. He was born October 25, 1956 in Indio County, California to Stephen and Marian (Reece) Walsh.
Jeffery grew up and attended school in Trona, California and after graduating from high school he worked as a teamster in Alaska on the Trans Alaskan Pipeline. For the past 30 years, Jeffery has worked as a lineman for cable television services in various locations throughout the United States.
He enjoyed boating, snow skiing, and working on model helicopters and trucks.
Jeffery is survived by his son, Ryan Walsh of North Carolina. His parents, Stephen and Marian Walsh of Sedro-Woolley. Two brothers, Robert Walsh of Sedro-Woolley and Roy Walsh of Glendale, AZ and a sister, Stephanie Graham of Abroga, CA. Eight nieces and nephews and one great- niece. He was preceded in death by a brother, Ronnie Walsh.
A private family memorial service will be held at a later date. Arrangements under the care of Lemley Chapel, Sedro-Woolley. Please share your memories of Jeffery and sign the online guestbook at wwwlemleychapel.com
Jeff and I had a lot of fun together. He live a few house down. We spent a lot of time together with all the kids.when he moved It Alaska I never saw him again. I have a lot of good memories of us hanging out. Rest in peace my friend.
So sorry to hear of Jeff’s passing. My sincerest sympathy to the entire Walsh family. Deepest regards- JB
My sympathies to the Walsh family. Jeff was a great and fun friend, my family and I will miss him terribly.
I had been looking for Jeff for a good 20 years, lost contact after summer of 1980… when he came to Anchorage to see Kenny, it was like old time: the 3 of us sitting around laughing about good times. I am so happy that God blessed us with a wonderful visit that summer. I had just spoken to Jeff a few weeks before he passed, and he sounded so great. Though I was shocked and sad to hear of his passing, I was happy to learn through his mother that he died in his sleep, peacefully. God bless Jeff. You are sorely missed by us all. We love you!
Aunt Marian, Uncle Steve, RoyLee, Bobby and Steph, my thoughts and prayers are with all of you. I have fond memories of our times in Trona I think of Jeff & Ronnie everytime I hear a CCR song because my fondest memories of them both is the music. I know they are together with Grandpa, Grandma and other family members watching over us with love.
I only wish I had kept in closer contact with Jeff but know he is at peace now.
Love to you all.
Steve and Marian,
We were so sorry to hear of Jeff’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are certainly with you and your family at this time. May God be with you and
help you through your loss.
Ira, Gwen and family
Memories of Jeff. He always cared for others and wanted the best for everyone. Jeff spoke of his family, especially the love of his life, his mom. Niven and I had some fun memories of Jeff in Valdez. He always had a lot on his mind and shared great stories with us. He adored Niven and the two of them always had something to laugh about. We are so sorry for your loss. Jeff loved people and people loved Jeff. Jeff always wanted to do the right thing.
May the peace from above be with you during this special time. I know Jeff is happy and in no longer in pain.
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
I am so sorry to hear of Jeff’s passing, he was a good friend and I will definitely miss him. We were good buddies in high school and finally got back in touch through Facebook. My condolences to the Walsh family.
I also would like to add that Jeff talked a lot and very fondly of his son on the day I talked to him. His son should know that he was always on Jeff’s mind.
I am so sorry to hear of Jeff’s passing. I talked to Jeff on the phone for about an hour on the 7th. He seemed upbeat and feeling so much better so I am surprised to hear this sad news. I also reconnected with Jeff through facebook and read his poetry and had many long conversations with him. I got a chance to visit him a few times at Villa Kathleen. I admired how he tried to live independantly and stay positive throughout all his trials and health problems. He was very brave. We will miss him. Blessings to the Walsh family.
Jeffery, thank you for being my friend, you will be missed. I am so glad you came to Anch. those two summers so we could reconnect and just hang out. We took your last drive to Valdez so we could be there for Denny Dawsons retirement party on the park strip. It was fun cruzing around town again like the old days, round and round ’cause thats all there was to do, going around in circles. you were a friend till the end. We were there togother when Ron passed, and how hard that was on your family and all of us that knew him. We had great times,great ladies around all the time ’cause you were such a ladies man. Your T/A is still a part of Valdez history, we cruzed that thing lots. But with all the cars we cruzed, and all the ladies you loved there was one lady you allways loved with all your heart, and that was your mother ,Marian. thank you Marian for being there for Jeff during his time of need, it did not go unnoticed, he told me time and time again how much you did for him trying to get walking again and on to a good life in his older days.
So sad to hear of Jeff’s passing. I knew him in high school in Valdez, AK, and reconnected on Facebook a year or two ago. I remember what a fun guy he was in high school–really kept us laughing. My heart goes out to his family. May you treasure your memories of him.
Dear Marian, Steve & Family,
I am so sad to hear of the loss of Jeff. My prayers and thoughts are with you at this time. Know that a loving Heavenly Father is watching over both your sons and also is with you at this time.
Mom & Dad send their condolences too.
Dear Marian & Steve,
Words cannot express how badly I feel for your loss of your son, Jeff. I am happy for him though that he has crossed over and my vision of him is that he is whole again, laughing, and united with his brother, Ronnie.
Marian, you and I have been the best of friends over the years, since the fifth grade I believe it was when I met you. Even though we have been separated by miles, we have remained close, thanks to modern communication,. I reached out to Jeff on FB a few years ago, and had some nice conversations with him…..I felt his pain and despair, so I am comforted, as you must be, to know that his worldly struggles are over now and he is at peace.
You did all you could for him Marian – you are a wonderful Mother and as always, you will get through this too. Know that I love you, support you, and am there for you always.
May God bless………. Helen
Dear Marion, Steve, and Family,
I am so so sorry to hear about Jeff’s death. My memories of my childhood always include Jeff and the times in Trona when we would play together. It was nice to visit with him in latter years – just sad it couldn’t have been more often. Please know my heart felt prayers are with you all. I know he is having a grand reunion with Ronnie, Aunt Lyla, Uncle Lawrence and many others who were waiting for him on the other side. Thank you for sending me the email telling me.
Jeff was like my older brother. he looked after me and became one of the truest and closest friends i have ever had in this life. he was there for me when i was utterly alone and hopeless he pulled me through and stayed by my side. he to this day was my lifeline and I’m not sure how to cope with his passing. i was the last person to see Jeff and i am thankful that i was able to have those last moments with him. my world has been turned upside without him but i know that he is in a better place and like in his dreams I’m sure he is finally up and walking and happy. the world is a darker place with out you Jeff and your little sis loves you
Hello Marion, Steve, and Kids,
When my sister called me tonight and told me about Jeff I remember how hurt and sad I felt when I heard about Ronnie. I had the very same feeling again. I have always loved your family and my best teen age years were spent with your family, in your home. Thank you for that. Jeff always stayed connected with me after I got married and had my son, Shawn. I remember Jeff and Ronnie coming to my house after I had Shawn just to meet him. It was very special to me. They didn’t stay long because they were busy being boys. Those two knew how to be boys! They knew how to get dirty, how to break things and swing from the trees but they cleaned up really nice. You have very handsome boys and a beautiful daughter They were great! I wish I had stayed connected when they became adults. I missed all of you when you moved to Valdez. I am very sorry you have to feel this pain again and I’m praying for your whole family.
All my love to all of you,
Jimmie (Reed) Rolof
P.S. You are very special to my sister too!
I remember babysitting Jeff when you lived in Trona. He was my little helper, and sometimes he was a prankster, but most of all I enjoyed his laughter:)) My love and prayers to you Marian and Steve, your children and my daughter will be looking down upon us and always in our hearts. I wish I lived closer to you and could comfort you. All my love to you and family.
god speed jeff, it was good times in valdez. he was allways fun to be with.
So sorry to hear of Jeff’s passing. I had not seen Jeff since the late 70’s, but we’d reconnected on facebook the past year and a half. I knew Jeff in high school in Valdez, AK. He was one of the kindest, gentlest, funniest guys I knew, and he always had a smile and time to listen. He will be greatly missed. All my best to the family.
I spent a lot of time with Jeff, as well as Bob, Roy and Steph. I remember him as a very thoughtful person, always had something on his mind. We talked a lot. Will miss him. My thoughts and prayers go to his son and his family. A true friend. Love you, Jeff, see you again someday.
I’m so saddened by Jeff’s passing. My heart goes out to the family, in particular, to Aunt Marion and Uncle Steve. I was so young when he lived in Valdez that many of my memories are like photos. I remember Thanksgivings at my grandparents house when we were all there together–35 of us, I believe. Jeff introduced fine turkey dining to grandma’s dog and forever more, if a turkey was cooking, the dog was sitting in front of the oven or rotisserie watching it cook, awaiting a bite. I also remember his parrot that lived with Aunt Lila and Uncle Lawrence. It would say, “Where ya goin’, Jeff?” to mimmick Aunt Lila. My mom and grandma often spoke of Jeff and were particularly close to him. I remember one Sunday morning, not too long before my mom was killed, that Jeff had called her unexpectedly. They talked for hours. Mom was so happy to have spoken to him. I wondered if Jeff knew what was coming.
One of my favorite memories of Jeff occured during the time he lived with Aunt Lila and Uncle Lawrence and we were staying at Grandma’s across the street. Jeff had just gotten that super-cool T.A. I remember talking to him about it, wide-eyed by it’s “coolness.” One of my brothers was with me–I think Danny. Jeff offered us a ride, but we were on our way to church. I don’t remember the circumstances, but it seems like the options for a ride were limited, so he took us to church in his Trans Am. I believe it was my favorite memory because we were just little kids and he could have easily put us off. He didn’t. He took time and made us feel important. That is the essence of Jeff, in my memory.
I want to send my prayers and sadness with the loss of Jeffery. He was a very cheerful person and I enjoyed him as my resident at Villa Kathleen.