John Timothy Chapman, 88

John Timothy Chapman, M.D., passed away peacefully on July 31, 2016 in Tacoma, Washington, with his grandson and namesake by his side.

Tim was born in Seattle July 22, 1928, to John Chandler Chapman and Helen (Trick) Chapman. He grew up in North Tacoma and graduated from Stadium High School. He served in the Army as an X-ray tech. and then attended University of Puget Sound, and later, George Washington University Medical School. He did fellowships in both adult and child neurology and in 1960 was the first pediatric neurologist in the Pacific Northwest. He practiced at Seattle Children’s Hospital and enjoyed a 40-year private practice at Northwest Hospital in Seattle. He was respected and beloved by patients, colleagues and all who knew him.

Tim had a lifelong passion for the outdoors. He spent many summers as a fire lookout at Mount Rainier and spent his honeymoon at Mount Rainier’s Lake Mowich with his bride Patti. He was a member of the “Pete’s Patrol” hiking group for over 40 years. He enjoyed mountain climbing, and a highlight was ascending Mount St. Helens with his son, Doug.

Tim had a love of learning and was a voracious reader. In his later years he could always be found with a book or magazine in his hands.

Tim spent the majority of his last few years in Kalispell, in the loving care of his wife of 64 years, Patti, as well as his daughter Jennifer and her family and friends. He was able to enjoy this last summer with all of his family, both in Kalispell as well as at Rocky Bay, Washington, where he spent summers for the past 79 years. The last week of his life was marked by meaningful conversations, and he maintained his quick wit up until the time of his passing.

He is survived by his wife Patti (Lemley); son, Doug (Marcia) Chapman; daughter, Jennifer (Bud) Desmul; grandchildren Amy Chackel (Bryan), Emily Evans (Jamie), Timothy (Buddy) Chapman, Jack, Ben and Beau Desmul; and great-granddaughter, Lane Chackel.

He was predeceased by his father, John Chandler Chapman; mother, Helen (Trick) Chapman; and brother, Nicolos Chapman.

A celebration of Tim’s life will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, Aug. 19, at University Place Presbyterian Church, 8101 27th St. W. University Place, Washington.

Remembrances can be given to the Alzheimers Research Project, Habitat for Humanity or World Vision.