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Dec. 20, 1957 June 22, 2022
Randy W. Brophy, 64, of Pullman, Wash., passed away June 22, 2022 at his Pullman home.
Randy was born Dec. 20, 1957, in Colfax, Wash., to William and Juanita (Jones) Brophy. The family moved to Pullman when Randy was 3, where he grew up and attended Pullman schools. Randy graduated from Pullman High School in 1976 and attended Spokane Community College for a time, then returned to Pullman.
Soon after his return, he began a career with the U.S. Postal Service. He was a mail carrier in Pullman for 35 years, after which Randy retired from the postal service.
He became a bus driver following retirement and spent four years driving school bus for the Pullman School District. Randy loved the outdoors and spending time on the water - boating was paramount.
He began water skiing at the age 6. Randy always enjoyed spending time with his family and friends, both were of utmost importance in his life. He played softball in the early years and was active in the Pullman Dart Leagues, as well. In addition to his boat, Randy enjoyed his side-by-sides and riding his motorcycle.
Randy is survived by his mother Juanita Brophy of Pullman; sister, Sharon (Jim) Phinney of Spokane Valley, Wash .; and his nephew Casey Phinney also of Spokane Valley.
Randy was preceded in death by his father; and brother, Roger.
The memorial service was at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday, June 28, 2022, in the Pullman High School theater. Randy will be laid to rest in the St. John Cemetery in St. John, Wash. with his father and brother in a private family service.
Memorial donations are suggested to the Care to Share Scholarship Program, 190 S.E .Crestview St., Building B, Pullman, Wash. 99163, please indicate in care of Randy Brophy Scholarship or to the Sky Hawks Sports Academy, 1826 E. Sprague Ave., Spokane, Wash. 99202 please indicate Baseball Multi Sport Program/Pullman in care of Randy Brophy.
Online condolences may be sent to http://www.corbeillfuneralhomes.com.
Corbeill Funeral Home of Pullman, Wash., has been entrusted with arrangements.
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