James Lennox Crosby

James Lennox Crosby, 76, of Puyallup passed away on Oct. 8, 2015. Born on July 25, 1939 in Crosby MN. to Eugene and Norma (Lennox) Crosby. He was a graduate of Stadium High school in Tacoma and then served in the Navy before moving to Puyallup where he married his love of his life, Patricia Marie Pederson. A paper maker by trade, he worked for 40 plus years at St. Regis/Simpson Tacoma Kraft. He and Patricia enjoyed traveling and spending time with their many grandchildren and friends. He was a selfless, giving man who could never say “no.“ He enjoyed traveling, fishing, playing golf, listening to jazz and spending time with his wife at Ocean Shores. Besides his wife Patricia, he is survived by his brother and sister, Mick Crosby and Susan Mingo of Tacoma, daughter Anita Weston and sons Michael and Mark. He has 7 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren. There will be a Celebration of his life on Oct. 17th at 1pm. at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Puyallup WA. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to The "Tree House" Multi Care Health system of Tacoma. Jim was a loving man, lived life to the fullest and will be loved by all.