Southern California evenings at the races, back in the day...the smell the exhaust vapors, the dusty track, the excitement of the crowd.

Happy 2nd heavenly birthday. We will never forget you.

Wow a year has gone by already.
We all miss you very much.
I bet your Mom & Dad were happy to see you.
Patty now has three beautiful, caring guardian Angels.

Tim and oldest grandson, Ryker in November 2015.

A year has passed and day doesn’t go by that I don’t think of you and our parents and gran.  All  times we shared.  The love, laughter and memories will last forever.  We all miss you  mate.  Love you Tim

A lovely message to Tim from his darling niece Sarah on His Birthday.

Happy first heavenly birthday my friend. I know you're singing with the angels. Not a day goes by that I don't think of you. Remember your 12th birthday. I made you a birthday cake. Your grandma said we would be friends forever. How right she was. I miss you terribly and look forward to the day when I will see you again.

You and I together you have been the jewel in my crown so it will be forever what goes up must come down. You go now till it's South you'd come back around.
 I could never, ever leave you no matter if I tried and if you die, I'd retrieve you to keep you satisfied.' cause you can run you can hide love you till I die.
 l wll find you!


Here is a message from a son to his father.
 Please listen to it. Jeffrey loved his father so much. 
https://youtu.be/DTFbGcnl0po

I am only a mother... 
https://youtube.com/watch?v=M59wjVrYNgM&feature=share8

Tim was my brother Brad best friend.
He was in our life for over 50 years.
My daughter Elizabeth wanted to move to Florida.
It was her first time being on her own and I was scared.   
Tim and Patty graciously gave  Elizabeth and I their  phone number to call if she needed anything. 

That’s who he was, able to ease a worried mother’s mind while making her baby feel safe being away from home for the first time.

Thank you for being you 


https://youtube.com/watch?v=OOg5Qki-9cs&feature=share8

Hello Everyone.  The videos that I made of the memorial service and the burial service are too large to upload to this site. If you would like to have them I can share a Dropbox link to share them with you. They are too large to attach to an email. Other suggestions are welcome.

Hope this is uploaded in the correct viewing position.  If not, save it on your computer or phone, rotate it, to watch.

I heard at the service that his favorite song was "Heard It In A Love Song" by the Marshall Tucker Band.  So here it is with lyrics.  https://youtu.be/duxm0VovdCU


TJ and I worked together at Harborview (Seattle WA, early 2000’s) in a brand new Sleep Study Lab. I absolutely loved working with him. TJ was so good at keeping us awake and LAUGHING during those long 12 hour nights, while watching other people sleep.  He was always professional but compassionate to our patient population as a county hospital. I watched many times when he had a very “difficult “ patient,  by the time he finished the set up that patient would be laughing with him. Patty also worked at Harborview so we had some good times away from work as well. 
TJ will surely be missed because he was a rare breed…….A GOOD MAN. 

Isle of Man.

Uncle Tim with Darcey, Tom & Harry. 

Uncle Tim visiting his family in the Isle of Man.
Uncle Joe , Harry and Darcey.
Everyone loved being with Tim. 

I don't know if this will work, but I wanted to share this song by Casting Crowns - it is a beautiful and appropriate song for all of us now.  It is called Praise You In The Storm by Casting Crowns.  If this doesnt work you can internet search and play it on YouTube, etc.
https://youtu.be/rOX8iT1LRkw


https://www.gov.im/webcams/bungalow-a18-north/

Live webcam footage at the bungalow at the mountain on the world famous TT race circuit in the Isle of Man.  People send messages across the world to friends/family.   A great friend of Tim’s and well known Manx Man Alan Cregeen (Big Al) has paid his tribute to Tim from everyone who loves him in the Isle of Man.  Tim you were love by many Pal.  ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

This picture depicts the true meaning of unconditional love between an Uncle and his niece. This picture was taken in America when my grandmother and I came to visit when I was around 8 and it was the happiest 6 months of my life. Tim, Grandma and Grandpa (Gay and Nemo) showed me love I'd never felt before. Unconditional, protected and devoted. I've cherished this love for 40 year's and always thought of Tim as way more than just an uncle. I returned to the UK and although I loved my Grandma dearly who was raising me but secretly wished that Tim was my forever home. Now here I stand today with nothing but my memories full of love and admiration for him and Patti his beautiful, devoted, adoring wife and my forever friendship with her. Word's cannot describe the sorrow I feel and the empathy for Patti and their boys. We've lost a remarkable man and God's gained the most wonderful angel wings ever bestowed upon him. We love you Uncle Tim. X

If it was dinner time and neither Tim, nor his bicycle were home, he could easily be found along 2nd Street in Belmont Shore, with Kurt or Harry.  And if you were on foot, he would give you a ride home on the handlebars of his bike.   Not sure how he made it because there was a slight hill.  Must have been a sugar rush from the fancy deserts he loved to eat at Grandma’s Sugar Plum. 

We are Very Saddened & Heartbroken .TJ was a BEAUTIFUL Person . We were New Neighbors looking fwd. to more yrs of Good Times. Unf. turned into a Short period. He was Very Strong fighting this Horrible Cancer. Patricia was His EVERYTHING . He Suffered in Silence & we regret not seeing Him in His last days. We continue to be Good Neighbors & send HEALING  prayers to Family. GOD grant Eternal Peace . Irene & Klaudio Simicic

This was the Tim I met in England, back in the late 70’s, early 80’s, when he was a young pup, and a new grad commercial diver.   

Tim was a warm-hearted, happy, carefree guy, with an adventurous spirit, who enjoyed an incredibly large pool of good friends in England and the USA alike.  

The other photo’s posted to this site are a great comfort, and a reminder that throughout life’s twists and turns, Tim lived a full and happy life. And in his last moments, he had a loving wife who remained by his side, with her head resting on his chest, not wanting to miss a single heart beat, until the very last one, which was at 8:20am on April 18, 2023.  

I took him sightseeing in SF over to the Camera Obscura and we crammed into one of those tiny self photo booth things. I accidentally poked him in the eye and camera caught the laughter. Gosh he was funny.

1993. Tim was attending a conference for work and stayed at my place in Northern CA (Bay Area) for a few days.  He loved my cat, Simple, which I had when I lived in Long Beach. So Uncle Tim was "Simpys" Uncle.  Simple made it 18 years until Jan. 2000.  Tim would come up the Apt. in Long Beach (upstairs) just to see Simple (forget me and Tom). He also babysat when I was traveling. He tried to nab Simple a couple of times, but that is where I put my foot down :).  Maybe Simple is there too  with Tim.

So sorry to hear about Tim. I am really in shock. Never imagined he would be gone. Tim was so fun, funny, adventurous, caring, and all the things others have said about him. This photo is from my holiday party in LA (he and Tom lived in Long Beach) 1986. Tom and I got married in 12/87.  We were inseparable. Ate together several days a week. Tim lived in Apt A, we lived above in Apt B. That is when we all got saved and attended Hal Lindsey's church in Torrance. Tim LOVED Polly's on Belmont Ave near where we lived. He ordered fancy high sugar coffees and a dark chocolate turtle. We ate sushi a lot and hung out at all the places on the strip.  We 3 did so much together it was like we were attached at the hip. Tim's adventurous spirit spilled over to being flag people at the LBCH grand prix to Tom and Tim's sailing adventure to Hawaii around '91, where they decided to stay and make it a home. I only saw Tim a few times after that in Gig Harbor, No. CA (where I had moved) and in Anaheim in 2010. He hadn't changed a bit. Still the great soul he always was. Patty was a great influence on him and he talked about her so proudly - she definitely is the love of his life. He loved life and lived it to the fullest. I am sure, even to the end. Love you Tim. Miss you. See you in heaven.

Dear Patty,
  I am so sorry for your loss but at the same time I am glad that Tim is in Heaven with Jesus. I hadn’t seen him since 1991, but he was one of the good guys that I worked with at Northrop. He got saved back then and I know God used me in ways to help Tim get on the right path. It is try that God works in mysterious ways. If you ever need someone to talk to feel free to contact me. Armando has my contact info. May God bless you and give you His peace. 
Love,
Kay Duran (Salazar)

I worked with Tim at Northrop in California in the mid 1980’s…
Although Tim was noted as an excellent quality assurance inspector, his biggest impact on people came when he answered the Lord’s call and began telling others of how his life had been transformed by Jesus.
He was a Church regular at Hal Lindsey’s Church in Palos Verdes. He had Bible studies at home and brought others with him to church.
And now Tim has made it to the finish line.
We always would discuss who we would like to meet after we met Jesus in heaven.
Tim would say he wanted to talk to the Apostle Paul. I am sure he is enjoying that conversation immensely…
My deepest condolences to Patty and the family.
Pat Cleary


in New York at Carnegie deli spent the day visiting many of the sites that Dave Letterman would visit during his show. We had met Letterman at the Long Beach Grand Prix when we were track stewards with CART 

We where hiking to the peak of Mount Gorgonio

I had the pleasure of working with Tim on F-18's in El Segundo CA. Tim was a great coworker. My sympathy is sent to his family. 

We are current Neighbors & only  met TJ & Patricia last few yrs. TJ was Always Smiling & Kind . We were very saddened w/ Diagnosis 2 yrs ago . He proved to be Very Strong & we  gave POSITIVE ENCOURAGEMENT. Unfortunately  this Monster Cancer took TJ from ALL of Us too Fast. We pray & hope Patricia w/ accept our Help & Love getting thru this Mournful Sorrow. 🙏 GOD BLESS TJ'S  SOUL & His Family . He suffered SOO MUCH & in Silence . MAY HE REST IN PEACE . 🙏 

A 2015 Boeing event in Charleston, SC allowed us this gathering at Shem Creek with Bill, me (John), Tim and Thomas.

2016 Charleston SC .  My tequila buddy . 

TJ, Marty, Sonya and Mitch out for a show at Heidi’s restaurant for a friends jazz debut!!

We just got married and Sonya was out with her girlfriends. TJ, Marty, Mitch and Doug met her at Jack & Harrys for some laughs. 

We would always spend time after work called safety time and it was always scheduled at 4:00m on Friday's! We would always look forward to this time together as a group and spent many hours having detailed life discussions. TJ and  I especially would love to talk about the California days and how much fun it was on the west coast!

We all met out after safety hr!!!  Then we all went to the port for a few laughs and of course drinks! 

Tim and I at Home Team in Charleston, SC during his visit.

I had the pleasure of working alongside Tim for the last 19 years where our friendship and admiration deepened with each passing year.  As most friends and family already know, he was known for his caring, kindness, generosity, and willingness to help.  These attributes were not to be outdone by his humor, wit, and his ability to befriend anyone.  At nearly every meeting/social event/conference we would attend, he would quickly be socializing with everyone, exchanging stories, finding common interests and establishing connections that manifested into even more dialogue and future interactions. 

When Tim came to Boeing we quickly connected as workmates and begin working collaboratively on nearly everything we did.  His willingness to teach, share and work toward the common good made him a great ally and a person that people sought for consult and technical insight.  He had broad knowledge of many disciplines and was a significant contributor to many project solutions. 
  
In addition to our work friendship, we began to share a personal connection through our life experiences.  As you might expect, this interaction only strengthened my respect for the kind person I had found.  He spoke frequently about his childhood and early adult years, both in California and in UK/Europe. His stint living on the boat at the marina, his sailing adventures, deep sea diving, and many other stories were the center of many talks after work.  
  
I will forever miss our talks and daily interactions including our numerous walks for coffee and treats.  He made going into work a bright side of my day and I will forever be grateful for his friendship.  I am certain that he is now with his mom and dad which brings me much comfort, as they adored their pride and joy, Timothy, and he loved them dearly as well. 
  
In the final weeks I promised to meet up with Tim on the other side.  Until that time, I will miss him each and every day and will try to continue his infectious positivity to life. 

So so saddened to learn that you have passed on “Uncle Tim”
We were not related by blood but my brother and I grew up calling you Uncle even though we lived across the pond in the UK. My mum and dad thought the world of you, as did me and my brother,
You were a true gentleman, so kind, so wise and so generous. My husband said he could have spent hours listening to your stories and conversations and that’s after him only meeting you twice! 
I will never forget when we visited with my family and stayed with your beautiful parents in about 1986 ish, I learned two Spanish phrases in the car with you when someone  was driving too slow….. let’s just say I was the only English kid who knew how to cuss in another language when I got back school Lolol! Naughty naughty Mr P !! ( I loved it 🤣)
Say hello to Gaynor, Nem and my pops when you get to where you are going x We love you,  and the world world will miss you 

Cousin Tim, yes we were something like 2nd cousins, we shared great grandparents I think but that distant link never mattered. Tim and I spent a few days together travelling around the graveyards of Warrington looking for relatives, this sparked my interest in ancestry and we got on amazingly. 

 We lost touch but then social media arrived and we were back in touch, we were supposed to meet up in Florida last November but Hurricane Nicole got in our way. We had talked just before our trip and I knew he was not well, I am just so sorry we didn’t try harder, maybe it just wasn’t meant to be. He helped me find a prime place to watch Artemis from, he made sure it had a good Tiki bar of course.

Tim, whenever I see a rocket take off I will remember you and give it a little wave, fly high Cousin Tim xx

My condolences to the family of Tim Peraza. I worked with him on the F-18. Tim was a very sweet soul. Nice as can be. I am so sorry. May Tim rest in peace. Gods blessings to the family. 
Jeanie Dilliner 

TJ loved music and always came to rock out with me whenever I played. He was a great person and brought laughter and joy to everyone who was able to be around him.  TJ will be forever missed and  we will continue to smoke cigars and have a toast in his memory for as long as we're able. 

A friend. No a friend. The truest, kindest god ever sought to bring into this world. As an uncle who I only met twice it maybe 200 such was his impact. I’m still annoyed and confused but Tim wouldn’t want that.  So I shan’t be. Love you, miss you and would love just 1 hour with you alone. Till we meet again x

Uncle Tim, Their are no words to describe the loss that we feel for you. You touched the lives of so many people and have left us with a heavy heart. You we're without a shadow of doubt the most incredible man I've ever had the privilege of knowing. You were and will always be my hero. You had an abundance of love and never asked anything in return. You were incredibly kind, caring, generous and the most intelligent man I've ever met. You lived your to the fullest and achieved so much. If I could have chosen a father I would definitely have chosen you. The time I spent in America with you, Grandma and Grandpa we're the happiest time's of my life. We miss you so much. You will live on forever in our hearts and memories. Until we meet again... We love you. All our love, Sarah, Rob and Matthew. X

Tim looking dapper as always with his contagious smile.

Me and uncle Tim in Cardiff.  Tim was very happy in this photo  as he'd just had some meat and potato pies.

Matthew loving spending quality time with his great uncle Tim.

Tim in front of Dave Bailey and Steve Richardson's Apartment. 1976

Thinking of our cousin Tim with love, his warm spirit and kindness will be remembered in our hearts and will be missed by so many. 
Our deepest sympathy.  ❤️

OMG I can't believe it. I knew him in highschool. Kind man. I am so sorry for the family's loss.

Tim.
I was so lucky to have Tim as  my cousin.
Although we lived many miles apart our love was strong.   He was more than a cousin to me.  He was my big brother and  my hero. 
I loved the time we spent together when I was a kid and later on in life.   To all who were lucky enough to have meet Tim or to have him in their life would know how when he was around people stopped and listened.  His generosity was second to none.   The kindness he showed to people with his time and sincerity  was genuine  beyond fault.  Tim would light up any room with his presence.   All around the world Tim is known and his passing will leave many hearts empty.
All our love to Patti, Family and all of Tim’s friends.  
Timothy John Peraza, Son, Husband, Dad, Uncle, Cousin, Friend.  The best of best and if we all tried to be a little like Tim the World would be a better place. 
We love you Pal and life will not be the same without you.   You are now back with your mum and dad my mum and dad and our gran and grandad.   We love you from  your Matt, family and friends  in the Isle of Man, Warrington and the UK.  ❤️❤️❤️❤️


I enjoyed worked with TJ for many years.  I could always count on his resourceful means of getting a job accomplished.   He was always happy and provided a positive influence to our group. His ability to speak with strangers as old friends is a skill that few possess but everyone admires. I will miss him and all the fun had over the years.  He was a great guy  and I am glad I had the pleasure to know him.


Tim was a great friend, and those who knew him will remember him as an incredibly kind, generous, and gregarious individual. I’ve spoken to many of his friends and colleagues since his passing, and they all reflected on how Tim positively touched their lives and how strongly they will miss him.  It’s a testament to his character that he was so loved by all who had the privilege of crossing his path. 

Please know that my thoughts are with his wife Patti, and all who knew and loved Tim.  


Tim always had the time to speak with me  about anything.  His words carried wisdom and class.  In many occasions he would tell me stories about his adventures and shenanigans as a young man, I really enjoyed hearing those stories. It was a great privilege to have his company and mentorship.

Tim was my husbands best friend since the minute they met in 1968. When I met him many years later, I could could see the reason Brad loved him so much. Tim was an amazing person. He was sweet, smart funny and so many other things including the best son any parent could hope for. He is missed every day by us but, it gives us great comfort knowing that he is with his wonderful parents Nemo and Gay and is at peace. 

I met Tim when I was 10 years old.  For the next 55 years, he was my best friend.  Tim was an only child so I guess I kind of slipped in and became an “adopted” brother and son.  From grade school to high school, we were inseparable.  Going to his mother’s family home in England together when we were 16 to graduating high school to joining the Marine Corps, we were together. Although life took us in different directions, we never never lost touch and our friendship remained strong.  From family vacations together to helping move his parents, my second parents to Florida, we were always there for each other.  I am beyond heart broken and I can’t imagine my life without my best friend.  I love you, I will miss you and I will see you on the other side. My wife Yvonne and I send our heartfelt condolences to Tim’s wife Patti and his family. 

I only knew TJ for a short time. He always had crazy stories about the advantures of his past years. It was one of the highlight of my days when he would share one of them with the team. He was a great mentor and an amazing person. He will be missed dearly. 

OBITUARY

Timothy "TJ" John Peraza

13 July, 1957 – 18 April, 2023

Brevard Memorial Funeral Home & Park

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