Gretchen Lynne Erhart

In Loving Memory of Gretchen Erhart March 22, 1961 - May 10, 2026

Gretchen passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by her beloved children and sister, on May 10, 2026.

Despite lifelong physical challenges, Gretchen lived a full and meaningful life. She was known for her humor, creativity, kindness, and deep love for others. She had a gift for making work fun. Her warmth, resilience, and generous spirit touched the lives of many and will be remembered by all who knew her.

Gretchen attended Stadium High School and Whitman College and earned her Juris Doctor from the University of Puget Sound School of Law, now Seattle University School of Law. She loved crafting, gardening, and shopping. Most of all, she enjoyed spending time with family and friends and embracing all that life had to offer.

Gretchen is survived by her beloved family:

• Son Mac Bush (Eva)

• Daughter Hannah Bush (Filip)

• Sister (Older) Tami Erhart

• Nieces Maria Quinci (Ahmad) and Julia Quinci

• Cousins Karyl May, Laura Habib (Ali), and Kelly Farrell

She is also survived by her cherished friends Statia, Linda J., Kerry, Andee Jo, Faith, Dana, Diane, Gretchen Campbell, and many others whose lives were enriched by friendship and love.

Gretchen’s memory will live on in the hearts of her family, friends, and all who had the privilege of knowing her.

A Celebration of Life will be held on July 10, 2026, from 3:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at the Browns Point Improvement Club in Tacoma, Washington.

In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be made to organizations whose missions Gretchen passionately supported:

Humane Society for Tacoma & Pierce County

2608 Center Street Tacoma, WA 98409

www.thehumanesociety.org

Christ Episcopal Church

310 North K Street Tacoma, WA 98403

[email protected]

Emergency Food Network

3318 92nd Street South Lakewood, WA 98499

www.efoodnet.org

Gretchen will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered by all who knew and loved her.