Thomas G. Crowell Issaquah, Washington Obituary

Thomas G. Crowell

<p>Thomas G. Crowell, of Snoqualmie, WA passed away on August 21, 2022 in Ocean Shores, WA. He was 60 years old.</p><p><br></p><p>Tom was born on November 26, 1961 in Derby, CT, the son of William &amp; Nancy Crowell. He was raised in Stamford before moving to Kent, WA in 1977.</p><p><br></p><p>Tom completed his undergraduate studies at the University of Washington in 1986, before graduating in 1993 from University of Washington School of Law with his Juris Doctor or JD. While at law school, Tom was the founding Managing Editor of The Pacific Rim Law &amp; Policy Journal and the President of the Federalist Society. Before attending law school Tom served in the US Marines attaining the rank of Captain.</p><p><br></p><p>On July 14, 2001, Tom married Julie Staples in her hometown of Wenatchee, WA. It was a joyous occasion. Their son Joey was born the following year.</p><p><br></p><p>Tom was known to his friends and family as a lover of history and literature, travel, photography, astronomy, birdwatching, and enjoying time with his beloved family on the Washington coast. Tom was a kind and gentle soul, a devoted husband and a loving father.</p><p><br></p><p>Tom is survived by his wife Julie and son Joey; his siblings William, James, Denise, and Kristina; and his mother and step-father, Nancy and Bernd Heinrich. Everyone who knew and loved Tom will miss his sense of humor, loving spirit, and endless love of rhetoric. Our loss is Heaven’s gain.</p><p><br></p><p>In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to Evergreen Supported Living, Bellingham WA.</p>
November 26, 1961 - August 21, 202211/26/196108/21/2022
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Sharon English
September 13, 2022
Tommy, I was so saddened to hear that you passed away and I am so far away. #tooyoungtodie. Tommy, you were always the responsible one, the funny one, my teen Atari buddy, the hardworking Marine who never gave up and worked hard to provide well for your family as an at... Continue Reading
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Kirsty Sterling
September 6, 2022
Tom had a way of bringing joy and lifting everyone's spirits. I really looked forward to our lunchbreak chats. He will be missed. My heart goes out to Julie and Joey.
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Jeri Pagh
September 2, 2022
I will always remember Tom smiling and laughing. Whether he was having a heated debate (which he loved) or sharing his vast knowledge on a wide variety of topics, he always had a smile on his face and kept everyone entertained.
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Taylor Berkley
September 2, 2022
Tom’s love for his son Joey was truly pure and heartwarming. As one of Joey’s para’s, I got to see how Joey interacted with his Dad via FaceTime. Every time Joey and Tom talked on the phone, it was always evident how much love he had for his son, and Joey’s eyes always l... Continue Reading
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Megan Brown
September 2, 2022
As Joey's teacher, it was always so refreshing to see Tom's and Joey's relationship. Tom constantly displayed patience and unconditional love for his son. While Joey was learning to FaceTime his parents, it was so pure to see Tom and Joey's connection whether it was talk... Continue Reading
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Ria J. Johnson Covington
September 2, 2022
We lost one of our senior attorneys recently. The amount of respect and condolences have been quite overwhelming but working with him it is only expected. A #gentlegiant is to say the least. Not only did he handle the most difficult cases, we would live stream bears ea... Continue Reading
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Sherry Kangiser
September 2, 2022
Tom aka known as “grandpa Tom”. You were the very best attorney I ever had the pleasure of working with and supporting. I am completely heartbroken. 💔 You had such an impact on my life personally and professionally. My husband Joe and I miss you dearly. You were there ... Continue Reading
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John Pierce
September 1, 2022
Where to begin . . . I've known Tom since our first days at law school. We became good friends immediately and grew closer over the years. In-fact, Tom, became friends with most of my family - in particular, my late father and my wife, Htet2, who never tired of Tom giv... Continue Reading
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Kristina Crowell-Swenson
September 1, 2022
As i sit here listening to my parents reminisce over the good times and all the happy moments, I smile. Tom, you brought so much joy to so many people. You could always make me laugh. You would challenge me to not laugh. I couldn't not laugh. My brother was a funny man.... Continue Reading
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