Vance Patrick Adderley

In Loving Memory of Vance Patrick Adderley

August 4, 1965 – October 26, 2026

Vance Patrick Adderley passed away peacefully on October 26, 2026, surrounded by his loving family following a brief battle with glioblastoma brain cancer.

Born on August 4, 1965, in Spokane, Washington, to Iona and Clarence Adderley, Vance was the youngest of eight children. He grew up in Hoquiam, Washington, where he enjoyed an active childhood filled with baseball, diving, debate, ASB, and participation in a wide variety of clubs and activities. After graduating from high school, he attended Yakima Valley Community College, where he continued playing baseball, before moving on to Western Washington University. He eventually left college to begin working for Coca-Cola and later Golden State Foods before operating his own distribution business.

In 1992, Vance married the love of his life, Sarah LaFond. Together, they built a life, created countless memories, and raised four daughters. Of all his accomplishments, none meant more to him than being a dad. His girls were his greatest pride and joy, and his family was always his first priority. As the years passed, he discovered an even deeper joy in becoming a grandpa. His granddaughter, Mylah, held an especially poignant place in his heart, and he lit up whenever she was near.

Vance had a lifelong passion for sports, especially baseball, and loved spending time outdoors hunting and fishing. He enjoyed hiking and being in nature so much that he didn't care if he had a successful hunting or fishing day. He spent many years playing men's softball before eventually transitioning to umpiring, allowing him to remain connected to the game he loved. He was selected to umpire the softball World Series in Atlanta as well as Arizona to umpire a higher level tournament.

A hardworking, self-employed businessman, Vance built a successful distribution business through dedication and determination. He was also a natural tinkerer who loved working with his hands, figuring things out, and taking on projects. There wasn't much he couldn't fix, build, or find a way to make work. After selling his business, he continued doing what he loved by taking on small remodeling projects for family and friends. Whether solving a problem, fixing something that needed attention, or lending a helping hand, Vance was happiest when he had a project to work on.

Vance will be remembered for his love of family, his strong work ethic, his resourcefulness, and the countless moments he shared with those he loved. Above all, he will be remembered as a devoted husband, father, and Papa. His greatest legacy was never what he built or accomplished, but the family he loved so deeply and the life they shared together.

Vance is survived by his loving wife, Sarah; his daughters, Kayla (Christian), Paige, and Lauren; and his beloved granddaughter, Mylah. He is also survived by his seven siblings - Viki, Vera, Vern, Vince, Vanessa, Virgil and Vivian, Sarah's side of the family whom he was also close with, and numerous nieces, nephews, and their families. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Stacia, and his parents, Iona and Clancy.

Though his time with us was far too short, the memories he created, the lessons he taught, and the love he gave will live on in the hearts of all who knew him. He will be deeply missed, forever loved, and never forgotten.

A Celebration of Life will be held Saturday, November 28th at 11:00 am at Stone City Event Center in Tenino, WA: 16404 Old Hwy 99 SE, Tenino, WA 98589.

In lieu of flowers, the family invites those wishing to honor Vance's memory to make a donation in his name to Raise for Rowyn, a foundation that holds special meaning for Vance and his family.