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THOMAS HUTCHESON Obituary
THOMAS LEE HUTCHESON
October 13, 1944 ~ December 27, 2012
Thomas Hutcheson was born in Vancouver, WA on Oct. 13, 1944 to Robert and Ruby Hutcheson. He passed away on Dec. 27, 2012 at 68 years old after a brief but valiant fight with Prostate cancer. Tom was raised on a farm in the Hockinson area and enjoyed outdoor activities spending his summers fishing and hunting and forging lifelong friendships with many of his Battle Ground High School classmates.
After school, Tom worked briefly in the logging industry before enlisting in the Army and was sent overseas to fight in the Vietnam War. After serving three years, he returned to Vancouver and met the love of his life, Pam King, while he was working at the Moose Lodge bartending. They dated only a few months before they were married on August 17, 1968.
In 1975, their first child, Jason, was born followed by their daughter, Nikki, in 1979.
Tom worked for many years as a general contractor, framing new construction homes in the 70's and early 80's. He later worked remodeling homes.
Tom enjoyed spending time with his friends at the VFW post 7824 where he was a life member, and sharing a good drink and cigars at Shanahan's Pub. He especially enjoyed reading western books and watching western movies. He also liked to share his advice on the stock market to anyone who would listen and stayed current on political events.
He will be missed tremendously by his wife of 44 years, Pam; son, Jason Hutcheson; daughter, Nikki McMahon; sisters, Irene Lyon, De Geiser, Marolyn Carr and Debbie Brewer; two granddaughters, Bailee McMahon and Autumn McMahon, and a grandchild on the way; and several cousins, nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his mother and father; and big brother, Frank Ford.
There will be a memorial service for Tom at Evergreen Memorial Gardens, Sun., Jan. 6, 2013 at 12:30 p.m. Afterwards, there will be a Celebration of Life at the VFW 400 N. Andresen Road.
The family would like to thank Hospice of Southwest Washington.
In lieu of flowers, you can make a donation to the VFW Post 7824 in Tom's name.
Please sign his guestbook at: www.columbian.com/obits.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for THOMAS HUTCHESON
Tom,
It has been 5 years since your passing and even though I never had the opportunity to meet you, I know you were a pretty special man. Over the past four plus years, I have had the chance to become a part of your family. And knowing your family like I do now, I know you are very missed. I know your son Jason has a lot of your traits, and that you would be very proud of him. I wish I would have been able to meet you. I hear all the time how similar you are to my dad, and I bet you two would have been great friends. Anyway, even though you aren't here in the physical world, you are missed deeply, and your family continues to think/talk about you. I hope you are king of the road up there!
Love,
Abby
Abby
Family
December 28, 2017
diane fouts
January 31, 2013
Dear Pam, , hope each day is getting a little better for you ...
you are one strong lady to get up in front of loved ones , and share what is so close to your heart of tom ,and you, the kids lives.. I take my hat of to you ..
I don,t know why. but in the time we shared the celebration of toms life I failed to make sure Debbie ,and you , had my E-mail and phone number. I live alone up on west hillside of salmon creel and Kline line Lake My number is 360-772-8283, and [email protected] Moms # is 360- 260- 0266 could you share this to Debbie ,I also have a picture of her and I .... to send her via email .. if you you or her would like .. take care Pam...hugs Diane Fouts
Diane Fouts
January 31, 2013
Pam, I know Tom is taking aim at a large bull elk right now. He is also tuning up his cribbage skills waiting for Tim and I to get into the game. Our best wishes to you, Jason, and Nikki. Ron and Marlis
Ron Johnson
January 6, 2013
Tom, thank you for the wonderful evenings by the fire and all the great stories of the Hunts and fishing times.
We will always remember those thoughts and experiences. May you rest in peace and enjoy that other side of Life.
Dick and Jeannie
January 6, 2013
There is a gift, oh so elusive,
That can be yours & mine.
The Giver gives to all who ask it,
but we must ask in time.
We must be willing to accept,
our will...and His align.
He calls us out to answer Him,
a choice we make of mind.
His gift is peace of broken heart,
a gift from no mankind.
He offers it for your life today,
for loss we all will find.....
Uncle Tom, you were deeply loved, but not just by those here on this Earth. Peace is yours.
Sharon
January 5, 2013
Dearest Pam Very Sorry to here about Tom.. many years have passed.. But their is one thing I do remember about Tom.. Is how much he loved you ,and how devoted he was to you. It was really heart warming to see .. This big strong guy turn into a puppy around his Pam... i loved that Tom gave 110% to his family ,and his work ethic , so strong.. I just know that Tom is - just above you ,and the kids ,making sure all-well.. and Pam I wish for you to be surrounded with his warmth ,and never ending love for you.. To have peace in your heart, that it will just seem like a moment, that you were apart, and when you meet again , it will be for all of eternity... and all the travels that were cut short on this earth..Will be so much more .. just think you will have the whole Universe to explore!! old friend and Neighbor Diane Fouts { Cecils } daughter ,and family .. Hugs D
Diane Fouts
January 5, 2013
I remember the advise that Tom gave me regarding the stock market and took it. I check my stock today and the international stock went way up. Thank you so much Tom for the advise. We will all miss your smiling face at the VFW. Our love goes out to Pam and the family.
Jenifer Harris
January 3, 2013
My condolences to the Hutcheson family. Tom was a wonderful man and a considerate neighbor to the Holland family. His fun conversions and neighborly assistance will missed.
Randy Holland
January 3, 2013
Tom,
Ron and I will really miss you. You were a great neighbor and friend. Thank you for always watching over our house when we were gone. We will miss the 4:00 cocktail hour on our back deck with you. Rest in peace friend.
Ron and Rose
January 3, 2013
I don't know what to say Tom, you took us by suprise. The last time you where up you wrote your and Pams phone number down for us. I ran across it about 2 weeks ago and I was going to call but didn't. You and Pam have been such great friends to us When we moved Tom stepped up and said when and he showed up with his truck and trailer and help us get it done. When Jackie was in the hospital Tom and Pam opened their home to us. How does anyone replace a friendship like that? We will miss you Tom!!! Dale & Jackie
January 2, 2013
You will always be in my heart and a part of me. I miss you so. Your sis,
Rena
January 2, 2013
Brother, you have left a very big hole in my heart. Thank you for all the good times, the fires on the front porch, and, when you have come to my rescue through the years.
There will not be a day that you are not in my thoughts.
Love you,
Peace Bro.........
January 1, 2013
To my special sweetie guy, my love, my best friend, my companion, the love of my life. I will miss snuggling on the couch with you. I will miss you saying I love you. I will miss holding your hand. You always said it's you and me kid. You were right - it is just you and me kid. I need your strength right now so could you please send some my direction. I will love you forever and ever. Your loving wife Pam.
Pam Hutcheson
January 1, 2013
Prayers to the whole Hutcheson Family. I fondly remember Tom and my dad cheering us on in soccer games, and while running as Nikki and I were growing up. I still can see his smile all these years later. Thinking of you all.
Danielle Kilian (Mott)
January 1, 2013
Miss you Uncle. You were one of a kind!
tommy
January 1, 2013
Rest in Peace cousin. Your smile and humor will be missed. Love MK
Mary Philbrick
January 1, 2013
To my special guy, best friend, lover, companion. I will miss snuggling on the couch with you. I will miss holding your hand. I will miss hearing "I love you." I will miss going out to lunch with you and to the VFW? I will miss going with you to our property in Wauconda, WA? There is so much we didn't get to do that we had planned to do. You never gave up and you were brave to the very end. I need your strength right now so if you could send some my way I would appreciate it. You had always said "it's you and me kid." You are right it will always be you and me kid. I will love you forever. Your loving wife - Pam
Pam Hutcheson
January 1, 2013
We will miss our true & loyal friend, Tom.
Beverly & Bill Brosam
January 1, 2013
Clark and were so saddened by the passing of Tom. Clark will surely miss his stock advice. We can't be there for the memorial, but we will be there in our thoughts and prayers. Love, Clark and Marlene Brown
January 1, 2013
To our Uncle,
We all love you and will miss you.
Margie Lynch
January 1, 2013
Brother, you will so be missed! I'm glad everyday that we were able to spend a short time together, earlier this summer with you and Pam when you were here in AZ!! Pam and Children we love you and will continue praying daily for you! De and Pete
January 1, 2013
Miss you Dad.
Jason
January 1, 2013
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