Gary Robert Peasley, age 55, passed away in Tacoma, WA on Saturday, February 18, 2023. He was born August 16, 1967 in Sedro-Woolley, WA to Robert and Paulette (Fox) Peasley.
Gary grew up in Burlington, Wa with his parents and older brother Paul. Gary attended Burlington-Edison High School.
Gary was a jokester and enjoyed making people laugh. He enjoyed participating in the Special Olympics and attending college football games. His favorite sports teams were the Washington State University Cougars and the Seattle Mariners.
Gary is survived by his mother Paulette Peasley of Burlington; uncle, Thomas Fox of Bow; aunts; Susan Powell (R.C.) of Ferndale and Chris Kaaland (Ron) of White Sulphur Springs, Montana. On his father’s side, aunts, Linda Vallee (Larry), Ginger West, Fran Robertson; as well as numerous cousins.
Gary is preceded in death by his father, Robert Peasley; brother, Paul Peasley; his maternal grandparents, Paul and Carol Fox; paternal grandparents, Frank and Alice Peasley; aunts, Deborah Fox, Mary Lou Macomber; uncle, Gene Peasley.
A graveside inurnment will be held at 11:00, Friday, March 3, 2023 at Greenhills Cemetery in Burlington, WA. Pastor Tim Johnson will be presiding. Following the service the family invites you to join them for a time of fellowship and refreshments at the Burlington Senior Citizen Center, 1011 Greenleaf Ave, Burlington, WA.
In lieu of flowers, charitable contributions can be made to the Burlington Fire Department or your favorite charity. Please share your memories of Gary and sign the online guest register.
Gary will be deeply missed by those who got to work with him and those who got to be his friend. I wish I could have spent more time with Gary and see more of his bright personality during his time at sola. He knew how to light up a room with a joke and his big smile. When he wanted to make you laugh he would persist until he got you to crack and when he asked you how you were doing you got the feeling that he truly cared to know. As a team I know we cared for Gary a lot, often to the point of bugging him about but that’s ok because that’s what you do when you want the best for someone. Gary thank you for being you and giving us positive memories to remember you by.
Gary was a very funny and a legitimate prankster always looking to pull one over on ya .He will be greatly missed by all and I’m sure is rejoicing with his heaven family now. RIP Gary .
I am very sorry Paulette. I remember Gary as a young boy. He was always doing something funny or telling a joke. He had a wonderful smile also and a great laugh! May God give you peace in the coming days.
Paulette,
I never met your son Gary but Ican imagine he was a jokester just like the obituary says and I can picture him with a beautiful smile just like his Mom’s. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this tender time.
love and prayers,
Shelly🙏
My sincere condolences.
Gary was always a great man. Loved by all . He will be deeply missed in this life time. Here on earth .the lord will be having a great time with him. May he rest in peace. Your friend Gary kelly rod
Praise for Susan’s support of Paulette at this difficult time. I pray for Paulette and the entire family for comfort and peace.