Tyson Yount

Tyson Nicholas Yount, passed away on Monday, June 17, 2024 in his hometown of Ephrata, Washington. He was born on October 30, 1969. Tyson is survived by his mother, Linda Yount; his brother, Lance (Shannon) Yount; his sister, Traci (Mike) Beavers; his children, Lauren (Brett) Kehl, and Tyson Yount; his grandchildren Maverick and Greyson Kehl, and many other family members he cared deeply about. He is preceded in death by his father, Larry Yount. Tyson loved sports and thrived while competing, especially football and baseball. His competitiveness and love for his friends and teammates carried on throughout his life. After high school, Tyson went on to play football at Wenatchee Valley College. After college Tyson lived in Olympia for a few years, spent time with his brother’s family, cousins, and while there, gained many friends in the area. He enjoyed softball and other recreational sports in his free time. He reconnected with a classmate and friend, Julie Rohlman (then Jackman) in 1993 and shortly after moved back home. They married, and Tyson became a father to Julie’s daughter, Lauren, in 1995. They later welcomed a son, Tyson, in July of 1996. A short time later, he began a career as a Laborer and Operator at Central Washington Asphalt. It was a job and a crew that he loved, hard and rewarding work, and that allowed him to spend the winter months at home making memories with his young family. He later took a job as a Public Works employee at the City of Ephrata where he worked in the Street Department but also roved to other areas, always willing to learn other jobs and lend a hand. During this time he reignited his love for sports and began coaching high school baseball, which was a true passion. His dedication to the success of the kids he coached was admirable. In 2014, Tyson and Julie divorced, and a short time later he moved back to Olympia and began working in the Street Department at the Town of Steilacoom, quickly earning a supervisory role. He worked there until the end of 2023, and returned again to Ephrata to be nearer family and friends in early 2024. His friends and family are all heartbroken that their efforts to reach out and show support were not enough to keep him with us. A memorial service for Tyson will be announced and held at a later date. If you or someone you know struggles with the difficulties of addiction, alcoholism, or suicidal thoughts, professional help is available by calling the Suicide Prevention Hotline at 988, or the Washington Recovery Help for Addiction Hotline at 1-866-789-1511.

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Tyson Yount

October 30, 1969 - June 17, 2024