At 7:30 p.m. on May 23, Joe Fackler quietly passed away at home with his loving wife and life companion of 23 years, Robin Raney, along with a few of his many friends at his side.

Joe, an Air Force veteran, had a great love of the outdoors, including caving, sea kayaking, whale watching, whitewater rafting, hiking and camping.

His passion for photography brought that world into our homes. He created Northlight Photography in Boise and for many years enhanced the lives of others with extraordinary photographic memories of life’s special moments before relocating to Whidbey Island in Washington state.

Joe lived his life with passion. He was an avid reader. He loved people, telling jokes and stories, and was quick with a hearty laugh. He knew the value of friendship and spoke of the magic of nature, the laughter of love, the joy of wine by the fire and the peace of true love — truly a man we shall miss in our lives.

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