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Jill Massie Obituary


JILL MARIE (TAPANI) MASSIE
June 9, 1983 ~ January 8, 2018

Jill Marie Massie gained her Heavenly Crown on January 8, 2018 at the age of 34 after a long battle with cancer. She passed away peacefully at home where she was being cared for by her loving husband and family.
Jill and her twin Jeana were born on June 9, 1983 in Vancouver, WA. Jill lived her entire life in the Battle Ground area where she graduated from Battle Ground High School in 2001. She was a loving wife and mother who loved and cared for many people.
Jill was preceded in death by her grandparents, Rudolph and Esther Tapani.
She is survived by her husband Jeffrey of 14 years; three daughters, Twyla, Beverly and Hazel; her parents, Edward (Iner) and Beverly Tapani; four sisters, Tracey with Sam Rhoades, Krista with Brian Cichosz, Jeana with Kyle Webb and Kari Tapani; eight brothers, Kevin with Heidi, Leigh with Laura, Shane with Lori, Kurt with Jodi, Tyler with Eva, Tod with Holly, Lance with Kristin, and Benji with Samantha; along with many nieces and nephews.
Jill was a lifelong member of the Old Apostolic Lutheran Church and set a wonderful example in her simple believing.
Funeral Service - Saturday, January 13, 2018 at 11:00 a.m. Viewing Service - Friday, January 12, 2018 from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Old Apostolic Lutheran Church of Heisson, 27300 NE 182nd Ave. Battle Ground, WA 98604.
Please sign Jill's Guest Book at www.columbian.com/obits.

Published by The Columbian on Jan. 12, 2018.
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During this time of great sorrow and pain, know that you are not alone. May God give your family strength and comfort to help you endure this loss. As you remember your beloved one, may our Father, the God of peace, give you comfort and peace in every way today, tomorrow, and always. Please accept my sincere condolences. 2 Thessalonians 3:16

January 18, 2018

I was so sorry to hear about Jill's passing. My thoughts, prayers and deepest sympathy go out to the entire Tapani and Massie family. With love,
Letha Brandenburg

Letha Brandenburg

January 15, 2018

Jill and Jeana were in my 6th grade class at Lewisville. They always had a smile and were a joy to have in class. My thoughts and prayers are with Jill's family. May the Lord grant you His peace and comfort.

Dan Kaiser

January 15, 2018

I am sorry for your loss. May the God of mercy be with you. I will pray for the family. 2 Corinthians Chapter 2 verses 3 and 4

January 14, 2018

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family. God will surely give strength in this trial ♡
Love from Lake Norden, Chara and Ryan Hymans

Hymans

January 13, 2018

Glenn Bergren

January 12, 2018

Love and prayers to Jill's family and all affected. Salutes from Detroit.

January 12, 2018

I'm sorry to say we never got a chance to meet Jill in person though we had many conversations over the past couple of years. She was such an encouragement for us. And while we will never get more 'chin up, buttercup' messages, we will never forget Jill nor the advice and encouragement she has shared with Reino and me and Shawn. She was strong and loving and always positive with a cheery comment or suggestion. I hope to meet her on the other side but until then, she is an anchor of hope for our family too. Love and prayers. Melissa w Shawn, Wyatt, Maali, Reino & Maisie

Melissa Hendrickson

January 12, 2018

Jill was in my first class at Lewisville Middle School. She was a great person who added much to my classroom. May the memories of your times with her bring you comfort in the days ahead.

Chris Jamison

January 12, 2018

Jeff with your dear daughters,
God's peace.
May God continue to give you strength for the days ahead! What a beautiful anchor you now have in heaven to strive toward! Many thoughts and prayers are with you all!
Our Love,
Todd & Twylah (Granger) Schuster w/ours

Twylah Schuster

January 12, 2018

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