Rodney F. Jungquist

Rodney Fredolph Jungquist entered into peaceful rest on August 4, 2021 at the age of 98, in Toledo, Ohio. Rodney was born on December 23, 1922 in Mount Vernon, Washington to Fredolph and Ione (Esperson) Jungquist. He graduated valedictorian from Edison High School in Edison, Washington in 1940. Rodney went to Washington State University on a full scholarship. He then joined the Army. When Rodney entered the United States Army in 1942, he was sent to fight in Europe during World War II. Rodney received the rank of Captain in the 9829th Tactical Service Unit Core of Engineers. Among the service awards Rodney received was a Certificate of Merit, Bronze Battle Star, European African Middle Eastern Campaign Medal, and World War II Victory Medal. He served for 3 years of active service. After he was discharged, he was in the Reserves at which time he earned the rank of Major. Upon returning from the war, he resumed his studies at Washington State University. Upon graduation, he taught high school and then taught college courses. Rodney coached basketball, golf, and other various sports. Rodney met and married Louise Mosley in 1944. In the years following his teaching career, he worked for Libby McNeil and Libby, and D&T Limousine Service in Ohio. Rodney’s life passion was being in the Harness Horse Industry. Rodney and Louise loved working with the horses. It was a true passion. Rodney became an owner, trainer, and driver licensed with the United States Trotting Association and Standardbred Canadian Association. Rodney loved playing golf and being with his loving family. If you were Rodney’s friend, you were very special to him. Rodney loved telling stories about his life. He even wrote a book about his life. It will be wonderful to pass down to future generations. He also enjoyed painting landscapes, mostly of Mount Baker in Washington State. His horses remained his life’s enjoyment. The old John Wayne movies were a great comfort to him in his later years. Rodney is survived his children, Jon (Linda) Jungquist, David (Mary) Jungquist and Megan (Parker) Jungquist, as well as 6 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Louise, in 2017; parents and sister, Jean (Histed) Jungquist. The family is asking that remembrances be made in Rodney’s name to their favorite charity.