Veronica Louise Tinder

Veronica “Vicky” Tinder, a beloved mother, sister, aunt, cousin, and friend, was born on June 18, 1941, and was called Home on April 13, 2025. Vicky was 83 years old and a proud lifelong resident of Seattle, Washington.

Born to Dorothy Stacey and Clarence Anderson, “Vicky” as she was often called, grew up surrounded by strong, independent women who shaped her sense of resilience, compassion, and humor. She attended Blanchet High School in Seattle and later went on to build a fulfilling career as a pharmacy technician—a job she took pride in for its care and precision.

Vicky was a woman who lived life on her terms. She raised her daughter, Stacey, with unmatched strength and grace, whom she often said was her ultimate purpose and the source of her greatest strength and love. She admired women who stood strong and independent, and she embodied those same values every single day.

Known for her spunky spirit and “say-it-like-it-is” honesty, Vicky was never one to sugarcoat her thoughts. Many who knew her called her “fiery,” indeed. Yet, beneath her spunk lay a deeply caring and loving heart.

She lived independently, utilizing her many talents to flourish in her way. Her hobbies included gardening (her sanctuary and pride), playing slots on her tablet, and our occasional trips to the casino.

She had a special love for animals—especially her cherished cats: Scarlet, Tookie, Joey, and Griffey and her grandbabies, Stacey's pups Hunter, Chyna, Cabo, and Sophie—and supported causes like NOAH, a no-kill animal shelter, that reflected her lifelong compassion for furry friends.

Vicky believed in the simple but powerful philosophy: “Always be kind to one another.” She practiced it through the way she cared for others, showed up for friends, and always had a seat at her table or a place in her garden for those she loved. She spent years taking care of others in need, gardening for them, grocery shopping, and house cleaning. Anything they needed, she was there to help.

She is survived by her daughter Stacey Tinder, sister-in-law Susan Anderson, sister-in-law Sherry Anderson, and many beloved cousins, nieces, and nephews. She is reunited in peace with her mother Dorothy Stacey, father Clarence Anderson, stepfather Robert Stacey, brothers Jack, James, and David Anderson, and longtime friends Shirley "Liz" Cavanaugh and Jan Sullivan.

She also leaves behind lifelong friends who became family—Marlene Fiorito and Mary Jane Mickles—women who shared in her laughter, strength, and many memories over the years.

I miss you, Mom.