May 5, 1985 - Nov. 13, 2012
Taggart Dertinger passed away Nov. 13, 2012, in Oklahoma City, OK.
He was born in Bend, OR, on May 5, 1985, to Janis K. Fuller and Alan L. Dertinger. Tag was raised in Bend, and upon graduating from Mt. View High School, he moved to Oklahoma City. While there, the idea for Dirty Water Coffee was born, and Tags vision blossomed into a successful business until his untimely death. Tags enthusiasm for adventure, fun and pranks was lovingly shared with family and friends. He brought so much joy to all of us, and we will feel his amazing impact on our lives forever. He had a wonderful ability to bring people together and make us all feel so loved and special.
Tag was preceded in death by his grandparents, Leonard and Francis Dertinger and James and Olga Fuller. He is survived by his parents, Janis Fuller and Al Dertinger; sister, Leanna Dertinger; aunt, Linda Fuller, aunt and uncle, Jane and Steve Dertinger; many cousins in Michigan and Denver; and his loving partner, Staci Patton, and her family.
A Memorial Service will be held at Mt. View High School on Dec. 27th at 1:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to The Loft Shelter for Neglected Children.
