William Tracy Sheckler

William Tracy Sheckler was born September 1st, 1967. He was #4 in a clan of all girls and Dad was thrilled to finally get a son! (thus pushing us girls to the lower end of the food chain!) Tracy became someone Dad could hang in the garage with, sharing their love of engines, speed and a variety of their favorite sports…the start of things Tracy had a great passion for.

While attending high school at Seattle Lutheran in West Seattle, Tracy loved playing basketball much more than academics but did well at both, acquiring many friends along the way. After high school graduation in 1986 he dabbled at going to college but decided to find full-time work instead. His various jobs included working at Galvin Flying Service, McKensie Flying Service, Federal Express and he eventually settled as a Shear Operator with the Boeing Company, where he also served as a Union Steward. He retired from Boeing in 2020 after 31 years of earning power which helped fuel his great love of cars, motorcycles, quads, …all instruments of speed!

Tracy was sadly widowed after 5 short years from his 2nd wife Jamie, who shared all his favorite hobbies. He had a love of the great outdoors, spending time with his closest friends, and loving up on his dog-pack (the “dog father!”) He believed in God, worked hard, played hard, and relished life with family and friends. You’d never find him without a mischievous smile, a funny, smart-ass comment or an obvious game face.

He loved the feel of sand and wind in his face, a night around a campfire with best friends and his pup Sela by his side.

It’s not possible to describe one’s life in a few short sentences so family and friends are welcome to come celebrate his life hosted by his sisters; Nancy, Leane, and Cindy and his “chosen” brothers Joe, Riki and Pat. We are gathering at:

The Cove in Normandy Park

Friday, October 21st from 5-10PM

1500 SW Shorebrook Drive

We would love to hear more about the life he lived, from the ones he loved living it with.

❤️

In lieu of flowers, Tracy always donated to Guide Dogs of America and would’ve loved any generosity you can afford to give them.

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guidedogsofamerica.org