Jeremy James Kienbaum Lightfoot

Born the son of Catherine Jackson and James Kienbaum in Spokane,

Wash., Jeremy’s life was marked by extraordinary resilience and unwavering

strength. At just 13 years old, he met his angels after dying twice in a bicycle

accident that left him in a coma for nine weeks, unable to walk or speak. Through

three years of intensive therapy-and the steadfast love and support of his mom

and stepdad, Catherine and Robert Lightfoot, Jeremy fought his way back. Though

he faced permanent challenges, he lived with a normalcy, humor, and strength

that inspired everyone around him.

Jeremy went on to raise two boys, Timothey and Zachary Lightfoot, whom he

loved unconditionally, no matter how far their adventures took them. His

infectious laugh and sharp sense of humor could light up any room.

In 2018, Jeremy met the love of his life, his spouse Nicky. From the moment

their eyes met, they were inseparable. Together, they built a home in Colville,

where they shared every single day side-by-side with their three beloved cats: Sax,

Smokey, and Bandit. Jeremy found joy in the simple magic of life: hunting for gold

and rocks in the hills, seeking out hot springs, and attending concerts. Deeply

attuned to nature, he nurtured the land around their home with care, gentleness

and gratitude.

Jeremy was a force of resilience-never simply surviving, always rising. His light,

warmth, and presence will be missed beyond imagination.