8/12/1954 – 12/2/2010
Tim Imus, age 56 passed away on December 2, 2010 in Bellingham after an extended illness. He was born August 12, 1954 in San Jose, CA to Ken and Barbara (Quinby) Imus. Tim lived most of his life in the Bay Area, where he was a partner in Sunnyvale Ford. Since moving to Bellingham in 2000 Tim was proud to work with his family on the revitalization of Fairhaven. He married Teresa Dalton on August 30, 2006 in Sienna, Italy. Tim loved music and played drums in a band “Dry Creek” while living in the Bay Area. He enjoyed his many gadgets and toys, cars, and working in the yard. Tim was young at heart, had a positive outlook, liked to have fun, and had a great sense of humor.
Tim is survived by his wife Teresa Dalton, sons Brent and Derek Imus, daughters Ashley and Tessa Dalton, parents Ken (wife Barbara) Imus and brother Brad (Jean) Imus and their children Kate and Matt.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Hospice House, 800 E. Chestnut St. Suite 1A, Bellingham, WA 98225. A Celebration of Tim’s life will be announced at a later date.
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Tim was an easy guy to meet and enjoyable to be around. He was just a very nice guy who seemed to enjoy doing his own thing and waned to be good to others. All who knew him in Fairhaven liked him. He was a good friend who was always open for a visit. My sincere sympathy to his family.
We feel privileged to have gotten to know Tim through Teresa, Ashley and Tessa. He was an instant friend with a generous spirit and we were glad for all of them. Our deepest sympathy and prayers go out to his whole family for this huge loss of a wonderful man.
Ever smiling, always gentle and humorous, Tim Imus was one of my all-time favorite people. Just talking to him could brighten my day. A man of many talents, we shared rock music in common, as well as a love of the Fairhaven District and its continued restoration, and bacon omelettes at Skylarks. He would joke and make up ghost stories for me when I was researching haunted places. The district will always shine from the work he and his family have done to keep the buildings alive. My condolences to his lovely wife and everyone in his family. Tim will be very missed.
Tim was one of the most generous and happy people I have come to meet. He always had a smile on his face and always made your meeting with him a start to a great day!
Tim was a hard worker and I enjoyed getting to know him in the short time that he was here in Fairhaven. My sincere condolences to his wife Teresa and to the Imus family. We will all miss him!
I love you sooooo much Tim. You’re one of the most amazing people in my life…and always will be.
So many people have so many memories of you smiling and laughing…
I will remember the Festival days of putting up Tents…getting up at
5 am to close streets…You will be missed Tim.
Brad & Jeanie,
Thinking of you and praying for your comfort.
Sincerely
Connie Malone Longanecker
We are so sorry to hear of Tim’s passing and we enjoyed the time we had with him and his Dad and Mom when they lived here in San Jose.
He was a really nice person and we were so sorry when we learned of his illness and we prayed for him to hopefully recover.
We are sorry we can’t attend the services, the pictures are wonderful and to be able to see what a wonderful family he had.
Please give our regards to his wife Teresa and their children, Brad and his family and of course Ken and Barbara.
Our sympathies go with prayers for you. Regards Del & Connie Livermore
Ken and Barbara,
You have been in my mind and on my heart since I heard Friday about Tim’s passing. Condolences and prayers for God’s blessings to you and your wonderful family.
Bonnie Onyon
I had the pleasure of knowing Tim through high school where he played drums in a band we were both in. He and I brought a load of antiques up to Fairhaven from the Bay Area in 1973 and worked on some of the restoration of the neighborhood that summer. Tim was a good man and he will be missed by all that knew him. My sympathies to his family at this time.
Dear Ken and Barbara,
We are so sorry for your loss. We are thinking of you and send our deepest sympathy.
Imus Family-Teresa, Brad, Ken & Barb
The Douglas’ extend our regrets and condolences and prayers for comfort. May the Lord uphold you in this time of grief.
Note: Lairmont Manor is available at no cost should you wish to use this facility as a place for a memorial service.
Joel, Barb & Family
Dear Ken & Barbara,
So sad to hear of your loss of Tim. I remember all of you fondly when we lived on
Paula Court in Los Altos and were together on many occasions. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Pat
Tim was an amazing guy with a big heart and a contagious laugh. I would see him almost everyday and we would spend time talking about cars, the latest gadget, or sunny vacation spots to escape the long winters. Tim will be really missed. My condolences to the Imus family.
Sincerely,
Phil McNamee
I was fortunate to have spent time with Tim a few years back. He was a gentleman who spoke highly of his family. I’m so sorry for his loss and the pain that the family is confronting. Be proud of who he was and keep his memories close to you. God Bless you all.
I got to know Tim when I was a tenant in the 1000 McKenzie Building. He had the amazing talent of combining business dealings with compassionate, funny and genuine interaction. Under his ownership of the building, he created a wonderful healing space filled with compassionate and delightful professionals. He was genuine and authentic, funny, smart in business as well as with people. We commiserated about our both having hot flashes, as he struggled with them during his treatment.
I just really really liked Tim and am so very sad to hear of his passing. My heartfelt condolences go out to the entire Imus family. Know that Tim made a difference in many lives, mine included.
Elizabeth
Teresa – we are so sorry for your loss. Tim was a great person and will be greatly missed. I cannot even imagine how hard it is for you. You have been such a loving and devoted wife to Tim, and you have given him the best over your married life. These past years have been dedicated to making him comfortable and fighting for him with doctors and hospitals. I know you feel his loss deeply, and you have so many friends who love you and support you. I admire you for your strength and courage and your willingness to help everyone, even while you are going through a difficult part of your life. I know Tim took great comfort in having you for his wife, his partner, and his advocate. We love you and we are here for anything you need.
Teresa, Ashley and Tessa,
We are thinking of you and offering you our love and friendship during this difficult time and in the future. Take care of yourselves and we’ll be in touch.
I will miss just dropping into Tim’s office and visiting with him. He was always cheerful and always open for a conversation. My prayers are with you, Teresa and the rest of Tim’s family.
Mr. & Mrs. Imus, Brad, Teresa, and childern, I am deeply sorry to hear of the passing of Tim, my oldest friend (since 1965). He was there for what were probably the best moments of my youth. We learn to play music together (Tim drums, me guitar) in grade school. We attended our first concert together (Paul Revere and the Raiders, about 1965 or 1966). In junior h.s. we undertook our first major backpacking trip together (lead by Mr. Catton) from Kennedy Meadows to Pinecrest Lake, CA. Under the superb leadership of Mr. Ken Imus (Tim’s dad) we learn to restore old cars in high school (1936 Fords were our introduction). In college, along with our friend John Hardin, we bought and restored 3 Alfa Romeo Guilletta Spider sports cars in the incredible home garage on Lone Tree Way (thank you again Mr. Imus). In high and college we double dated. As adults, we stayed in close touch. At the time of his 2006 marriage to Teresa, he called to tell me how excited he was, and that he had met the woman of his dreams. We continued to exchange calls and emails (I live in Californa). I can honestly say that in our 45 years of friendship, I never met a kinder and gentler man. He was always the best of companions on any adventrue. He shaped my life in such positive ways. To the entire Imus family, I want to say thank you for creating such a wonderful man. John.
Teresa,
I am very sorry for the loss of your partner, friend, and husband. Although I haven’t known you very long, I am impressed with your sincerity, honesty, and devotion to family and duty. Having lost important members of my family, I can tell you that it is comforting and healing to lean on friends and family….not only now, but later as well. There are many people who are here for you.
Rebecca
Teresa,
I am so sorry for your loss, I know you are going through a difficult time, but know you have many friends and family who are here for you. I just want to say what an amazing person you are, Tim was very lucky to have such a devoted and loving wife, your love towards Tim was unconditional for better or worst and sickness in health.
I know you are a strong women and you will make it through this difficult time, but please take time for yourself to heal!
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family..
Teresa, I’m so sorry to hear of Tim’s passing. You’ve been such a wonderful caretaker, friend, and partner to Tim. I can’t imagine how difficult this time must be for you. You are in my thoughts and prayers, as is your whole family. Please take care of yourself and know you have a friend if you need one. Love, Jami
Teresa, Ashley, and Tessa,
Our thoughts have been with you during this time. We watched you look for love and find it in Tim as a partner, husband, and father. It has been painful, yet amazing to watch you lovingly advocate and care for him with unconditional love. We hope that you will go on the trip to Mexico afterall and refresh yourselves with warm memories of Tim in a place he enjoyed. Please reach out to friends and let us help. Know that we are here.
Karen and Bob
Dear Mr. & Mrs. Ken Imus & Family,
We never knew your son, but reading the letters of sympathy, we understand what a kind, generous, & thoughtful person he must have been. It’s a rarity now a days. Knowing Ken we can see why He was that way. We’re positive that Mrs. Imus was just as responsible for Tim’s likable disposition as Ken was. We’re saddened of your loss. We understand being that we just went through the same tragedy ourselves. I’m sure our son Michael greeted Tim with open arms at the Heavenly Gates. It is obvious that Tim was likable because people like to do business with people they like.
Our prayers & sympathy to the family. Love Tony & Tina Andrews
Teresa,
As you know, my husband died of cancer in 1980. He was young (and I was very young) but nonetheless, it was quite the journey. My mom amd his mom never recovered from the loss. It’s not in the natural order of things to outlive your child. I am so sorry for Tim’s mom and dad. They must be so sad. And how lucky for his whole family that he fell in love with YOU– the love of his life– and you were there for Tim, in every way. As you know, it is not easy to care for someone you love who is battling for thier very life. I know things were hard on you– it could never be easy, especially when you love someone so much and you see them suffer.
I hope that Tim’s children, siblings and parents acknowledge your courage and bravery, patience and love that you willingly gave to Tim. He was truly blessed to have found you. And you were lucky to have found Tim as well.
Bless your heart, Teresa. Your courage, honesty, generosity and heart, will sustain you now. Please let us help you in any way — Love you so much.
Gigi
Teresa,
I am so sorry for your loss. You have been an inspiration to us all as we watched you struggle to make the most of your time with Tim during the past couple of years. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Lynn Cooper
Ken, Barbara & Brad,
I am sorry for your loss. Although we did not work much with Tim, the times we did, his presence always brightened up the room. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Tim Spink
I met Tim when I was interested in renting an office in the 1000 McKenzie Building in July 2006. I told Tim what I was hoping to start my audiology practice and that I just loved the building and the office space. He passed the keys on to me and with gratefulness I walked my check over to him every month so that I could chat with him and let him know how things were going. He was always interested in how I was doing and I certainly credit him in helping me to get my clinic off the ground by providing such a beautiful space. Tim was a very gentle and caring soul and he certainly made a difference to my life. With sincerest sympathy to all of his family. Pam Spencer
Some of my best memories I have are playing games with Tim and our two families. I knew he wasn’t feeling his best yet he still was able to put a smile on and brighten up the room. I will truly miss you and your ability to make me and others laugh no matter the situation. But we’ll keep on rockin just as you did.
My sincere condolences to all of Tim’s family. He is one of the best people I have known.
I first met Tim when I was 14 or 15 years old and he began dating my sister in high school. What started out as a high school crush ended up in a long term marriage lasting nearly 20 years and produced 2 wonderful sons, my nephews Derek and Brent Imus. I have a constant reminder of Tim whenever I look at his sons. I see Tim in the way they smile, stand, walk and many of their everyday mannerisms. My thoughts are with the Imus family in their time of grief.
With much love,
Merry Weeks
Ken, Barbara and Brad, Bob Alderson just called Karin and I from Calif. and told us of Tim’s passing. Karin and I wish to extend our sympathy to you. It has been many years since we last saw Tim, I think he was maybe in high school. Having lost a son ourselves, we understand you sorrow.
Bob & Karin Grooms
I first met Tim in the Fairhaven neighborhood just after he moved back to Bellingham. I was searching for an office while he was reacquainting himself with Fairhaven. Each time we ran into each other, his spirit and enthusiasm were infectious. I frequently found myself to be in a better mood after running into him; what a gift! Sending condolences to all of his family and friends, with gratitude for having experienced his presence in our community,
Lisa Iversen
Barbara and Ken,
Leon and I are so sorry about Tim “wow” what a shock to us. I was just talking to a friend of ours in the Bay area and she told me. I know you are missing that smiling face. Hope the two of you are doing good.
Leon & Lorraine
This ifnromatoin is off the hizool!