Tim Ray Morgan

Tim Ray Morgan, 67, passed away May 23, 2016 in Olympia, Washington. He was born September 9, 1948 to George R. and Helen S. (Shafer) Morgan in Portland, Oregon. Over the years, he lived in many places, but called Olympia home. He served in the U.S. Navy from July 29, 1966 to September 8, 1969, during the Vietnam War; he was a Sea Bee (“We Build, We Fight”) and achieved the rank of E5 CM2. Tim married Cindy Salzwedel on April 13, 1974 in Portland. He was a heavy machine mechanic and retired from J&I Power Equipment in 2015. Tim had a heart and soul made of valor and respect of others. He always did the right thing for his country and family. He loved spending time around his family, bowling, playing darts, singing Karaoke, fishing, and most of all panning for gold. He was a member of Gold Prospectors of America. He is survived by his wife, Cindy Salzwedel Morgan; daughters, Christine M. Morgan of Portland, Maryann L. Morgan of Idaho, Tiffanie R. Morgan, and Melanie R. Morgan (and husband, J.D.); and six grandchildren. He also had many adopted children and grandchildren. He was predeceased by his parents; sister, Nancy M. Fitzpatrick; and brother, George J. “Butch” Morgan on February 19, 2013. No memorial donations are requested but please honor your local VFW and hug a veteran. Please leave memories of Tim or condolences for his family in the Guestbook below.