Richard Giroux

Richard Wallace Giroux

1951 - 2021

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Obituary of Richard Wallace Giroux

Richard W. "Rick" Giroux, lifelong Tacoma resident, passed away at his home on May 5, 2021. He was 70 years old.

 

His parents Lucille G. Giroux and Richard W. Giroux both preceded him in death. 

 

A PGA Golf Pro, Rick was as passionate about his students as he was about his love of golf. He was a volunteer at American Lake Veterans Golf Course coaching students as well as working on the grounds. Golfers will remember him from his time at Brookdale Golf Course, Twin Lakes, Linden, Meadow Park, Charles Wright Academy and The Classic as well. His many years of teaching are represented throughout the golfing community and he will be missed on the links.

 

Rick had a lifelong love of hiking, the wilderness and guitar playing with his childhood buddies. Some of his best days were spent with them.

 

He leaves behind a brother, Riz (Sue) Giroux, sister Jan Giroux and his nieces Sandra, Ginny and Molly and nephew Aaron as well as great nieces and nephews Katie, Zoe, Lexi, Emma, Dylan, Cody, Kindra, Mario, Reece and Olivia. The laughter he brought to the family will always be remembered and missed.

 

In light of Covid restrictions no services are planned. Any monetary remembrances of him can be sent to American Lake Veteran's Golf Course.