Jeffrey Lee Essex

Jeffrey Lee Essex of Moses Lake passed away June 30, 2012 due to a tragic motorcycle accident. Jeffrey was born the youngest of 5 in Sidney, NE on November 12, 1973 to Earle and Judy Essex. The family moved to Moses Lake in 1976. Being the youngest, Jeffrey wasn't about to be left behind and followed his siblings in all they did. He learned to ride a bicycle before he could even pedal by riding on the front of his brother Mark's bike. Mark would pedal and Jeffrey would steer. When he learned how to ride a motorcycle there was no stopping him. As soon as he was old enough, Jeffrey began working at his parents' business (Wesco Overhead Doors) where he was known for being able to install a garage door faster than two men put together. Every morning he came to work he would look at his moms "sonny do" list posted on the refrigerator for him, smile at her and say, "looks like you added a few things". He enjoyed spending time with his daughters, riding motorcycles, spending time in his shop fixing motorcycles, vehicles and numerous projects. Jeff spent a lot of shop time with his brother David and his nephews. His nephews idolized him for the way he rode dirt bikes. He rode motorcycles at the sand dunes and in the Black Rock area every chance he got, paving the way for his followers. He was quick witted, playing jokes and pranks on people. His favorite saying was "oh nice", when things didn't go right, in which his two year old daughter quickly picked up. Jeffrey lived a free spirited life with fast cars and fast motorcycles. He always had a grin from ear to ear and quirky whole hearted laugh. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him.

Jeffrey is survived by his daughters Satyva and Miciah Essex, his girlfriend Summer Hall (son Jaedon Maine). Parents Earle and Judy Essex, brothers Mark (Debbie) Essex, and David Essex, sisters Chris Beck (Frank DeTrolio Jr.) and Cindy Essex (Gary Sharp). Numerous nieces and nephews and his lifelong friend and co-worker Tye Hendrickson, all of Moses Lake.  He will be greeted by all of his grandparents, his dog Grunt and childhood friend, Travis Carroway. A potluck celebration of his life will be held for all who would like to attend at his parents' home on Friday, July 13,, 2012, at 5:00 p.m., 9981 RD M.3 & 10 N.E., Moses Lake, WA. Please sign the online guestbook or leave a note for the family at www.kayserschapel. Arrangements are in care of Kayser's Chapel & Crematory.