Obituary: Dr. Jason William Tynkila

Published 12:15 am Tuesday, March 26, 2024

Ilwaco, Washington

Dec. 31, 1973 — March 9, 2024

Dr. Jason William Tynkila was born on Dec. 31, 1973, to his loving parents, Bill and Nancy Tynkila. He left us March 9 in Ilwaco, Washington.

A 1992 honors graduate of Knappa High School and a 1996 honors graduate of Lewis & Clark College, he graduated from the Oregon Health & Science University School of Dentistry with honors in 2000, with a new wife and baby on the way. He practiced in Pendleton until 2005, when he purchased a practice in Long Beach, Washington, where he faithfully served his community until his recent passing.

Jason was a da Vinci of his time. He excelled at everything he did, and his range of talents were never-ending.

His life at the coast, hunting, fishing, clamming and our daily beach drives were his constant joys. The memories volunteering with youth sports were most cherished.

Dentistry, his chosen profession, was his way of serving people. Rather than “doctor,” it was always, “Hi, I’m Jason, what can I do for you?” He took great pride in being able to help others any time, day or night.

A man of great wisdom, he knew that time was the most valuable gift, and he spent it wisely, doing the things he loved with the people he loved. Jason’s love of life was boundless, and he shared that joy with all who knew him.

He is survived by his loving wife, Misty; sons, Reese and Danner; daughter, Aili; parents, Bill and Nancy Tynkila; grandfather, Ray Tynkila; and his brother, Lucas, his wife, Tracy, and their three children, Kaisa, Aiden and Avery.

He is also survived by his in-laws, Sue and Russ Farmer; brother-in-law, Chris Wade, his three children, Kamryn, Kol and Karsen; sister-in-law, Kim Lewis, and her daughters, Mackensie and Olivia Lewis; a brother-in-law, Jason Farmer, his wife, Kerry, and their three children, Karolina, William and Anneli; by many loving aunts, uncles, cousins and extended family; and many loving friends and acquaintances from across the Pacific Northwest and beyond.

He was a man of great compassion, kindness and love for all, and will be sorely missed by all who knew him. In our memories, he will always be with us and live on.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a random act of kindness to a stranger, family or friend, or a donation to a favorite charity. We are grateful to all who knew him, and all the light and joy they brought to his life during his time here with us on Earth.

You are invited to join the family for a remembrance gathering from 1 to 4 p.m. on April 6 at the Ilwaco High School gymnasium, 404 School Road.

Condolences can be left at penttilaschapel.com.