Honoring Tim Hartman & supporting his family

Tim Hartman unexpectedly passed away on February 14th, 2025. Tim was a deeply loving friend, a father to two young girls, and he approached most of life with uncommon curiosity and a deep sense of humor.

Supporting Tim's family

We (Tim's non-biological brother Nathan and his family) have setup this fundraiser to help pay for his cremation, celebration of life, and various associated costs related to end of life planning.

The funds will be used to pay for these costs with any remaining funds being disbursed to his two daughters.

Tim's passing

The man was full of life, eager to help friends in need, and he was not shy.

So, in the spirit of Tim's boldness and directness, I'll share that he was increasingly open about his struggle with addiction. He was increasingly open about the traumatic aspects of life that fueled his bouts with addiction. And he routinely recommitted to sobriety when he relapsed. The clarity and openness in which he spoke about his struggles was inspiring.

Tim's sudden death, the result of an accidental drug overdose, is an upsetting shock to all of us. It's unfair, it's anger inducing, and it's tragic. My guess is that Tim too would be upset with this outcome.

As we collectively grieve Tim's passing we begin a new chapter in his life. A chapter based in memories and in honoring his spirit.

This final chapter is written by us, his community.

We write it by remembering how Tim's presence made us feel. We write it by sharing stories that capture his personality. By recalling his kindness, quick wit, and his desire to learn and then share what he had learned. By embracing any emotions that surface and allowing them to be present and to be fully felt. And we write this chapter together by supporting one another and practicing kindness, even when its hard.

To all of Tim's family, friends, and acquaintances, we love you. And to put it in what I imagine would be Tim's words on all of this: "This [expletive] sucks."

Share about Tim

You're invited to share about Tim here: https://www.kudoboard.com/boards/HT4aHRhB/celebratetimhartman

Here's your invitation from Darian, Tim's mom: "I warmly invite you to contribute in whatever way feels right to you. You can share a favorite memory, a message from the heart, or even upload photos and videos that reflect the joy, kindness, and light that Tim brought into this world. Every post, no matter how big or small, is a gift!"

Tim's Celebration of Life

The Celebration of Life for Tim Hartman will occur on March 1st, 2025 at 1pm at Gresham Memorial Chapel (257 SE Roberts, Gresham).

All are invited.

After the service an on-site reception will take place from 3:00pm – 5:00pm.

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Tim's viewing

An open-house viewing of Tim's body will take place from 2pm to 4pm on February 23rd at Cornerstone Funeral Services in Boring. Friends and family are invited.

What: Viewing of Tim Hartman's body (open-house style)

When: Sunday, February 23rd, 2:00pm – 4:00pm

Where: Cornerstone Funeral Services, 18635 SE Bakers Ferry Rd, Boring, OR 97009, USA