Recent Obituaries
Donna Ruth Chittim Olson
Feb 26, 2026
Donna Ruth Chittim Olson at 82 years of age, went home to be with Jesus at the end of February 2026 at an Adult Family Home in Auburn, WA.
Donna was born in May 1943 in Pleasant Hill, Missouri to the late Rev. Ross and Dora Deane Chittim in the parsonage next to the church where her dad pastored. It was...
James David "Dave" Collins
Feb 25, 2026
James David Collins — known far and wide simply as Dave — was born on March 5, 1956, in Rapid City, South Dakota. In the early 1970s, he made his way to Washington, where fate placed him living across the street from his high school sweetheart and future wife, Teresa Thompson. Clearly, he didn’t have to look far for the...
Debbie Rae Wood (Shaw)
Feb 24, 2026
In Loving Memory of Debbie Rae Wood (Shaw) February 24, 2026
Our beautiful wife, mother, and grandmother, Debbie Rae Wood (Shaw), 72, of Pacific, Washington, passed away on February 24, 2026.
Debbie was a woman of deep strength and unwavering Christian faith. Quick-witted and bright-smiled, she had a remarkable gift for bringing laughter and light wherever she went. She gave generously —...
Carolyn Ann Cook
Feb 23, 2026
Carolyn Ann Cook left us on February 23, 2026 to be welcomed into heaven by her beloved brother Doug, and parents, Curt and Harriet. She is survived by her husband Ron, her daughter Emily, and many loving nieces.
Carolyn always approached others with kindness, respect and a charming sense of humor that endures in us still. She modeled how the best...
Judith Cox
Feb 18, 2026
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved mother, who left us peacefully on February 18th at 9:10 a.m. surrounded by her loving family.She was a devoted wife to Chuck Cox and a loving mother to her four daughters, Mary, Denise, Susan, and Marie. Her family was her greatest pride and purpose as she dedicated her life to...
William (Bill) Robert Pieper
Feb 9, 2026
William (Bill) Robert Pieper was born on October 6, 1938, in Seattle, Washington, to Margaret and Paul Pieper. He was preceded in death by his parents; his beloved wife, Elaine Pieper; and his four brothers, Paul, Thomas, James, and Richard Pieper.
Bill spent part of his early childhood in Skykomish, Washington, before his family moved to North Bend, where his father...
Christopher Charles Kendrick
Feb 1, 2026
Christopher Kendrick passed away at home in Puyallup, WA on February 1, 2026, at the age of 48 years. He was born in Fontana, California on November 22, 1977 To Charles Eugene Kendrick and Susan Mary Populorum.
He graduated from Rialto High School in Rialto, CA in 1995. He received his Associates degree in drafting from ITT Technical Institute in San...
Cristal L. Fisher
Jan 27, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved Cristal L. Fisher, age 52. Cristal passed away peacefully and unexpectedly at her home in Graham, Washington, on Tuesday, January 27, 2026.
Despite heroic efforts by first responders, Cristal passed in her loving home—a place where she found solace, peace, and deep love. Cristal was born in April...
Janet "Jan" Whittig
Jan 26, 2026
Jan Whittig, of Edgewood, WA, passed away peacefully on January 26, 2026. Jan was a loving wife, devoted mother, adoring grandmother and great-grandmother and cherished friend. Kind, generous, fun-loving and adventurous, she brought warmth and joy to everyone she knew and will be profoundly missed.
Jan was born on November 1, 1937, in Raymond, WA, to William and Harriet Miller. During...
Jeff R. Johnson
Jan 21, 2026
Jeff R. Johnson, born March 7, 1962, in Seattle, Washington, passed away on January 21, 2026, in Graham, Washington. He was 63.A graduate of Shoreline High School’s Class of 1980, Jeff built a successful career in the IT industry. Through dedication and perseverance, he rose to the position of Vice President at an IT company, a role that reflected his...
Harold "Hal" Bert Strassburg
Jan 20, 2026
Harold “Hal” Bert Strassburg, Jr. died unexpectedly on January 20, 2026, at his residence in Buckley, WA. He was born in Minnesota, February 16, 1940, the oldest of five children to Marion Lorraine (Johnson) and Harold Bert Strassburg, Sr. When he was a small child, his family relocated from Minnesota to Washington State where he resided for the remainder of...
Roy Lorenzo Munson
Jan 8, 2026
Roy Lorenzo Munson was born on September 7th, 1930 in Velva, North Dakota to LD and Else Strenge Munson and died on January 8, 2026
Roy out lived all his siblings. His three half sisters Amy, Emily, Hyla, one half brother Malvin.His sister Margot Delvicchio and brother Jerome Munson. Roy lived in Velva for 10 years before moving to Tacoma in...
Martin Wayne Goold
Jan 7, 2026
Martin Wayne Goold passed away due to Alzheimer's on January 7, 2026 surrounded by his loving family at home. He was born July 12,1950 in Pendleton, OR.
Martin was the second oldest born to Warren Lee and Dona Jo Goold. He has 3 brothers and 1 sister. He grew up in Pilot Rock, OR until he graduated from high school.
He served...
Michael Lee Church
Jan 6, 2026
Dr. Michael Church
1966-2026
Chiropractor Dr. Michael (Mike) Lee Church, age 59, passed away January 6, 2026 suddenly and unexpectedly at his practice in Puyallup, Washington after treating patients earlier in the day. Despite heroic measures by first responders, he died in his office – a place he loved and where spent the greater part of every day.
Mike was born Dec 12,1966...
Aaron Boote
Jan 5, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of our beloved Aaron Boote.
Aaron was deeply loved by many people through all walks of his life and will be forever missed. Aaron held many titles, including son, brother, husband, father, chef, mechanic, manager, artist, ultimate do-it-yourselfer, karaoke host, and so many more. He was a genius in the kitchen...
Betty Pasinetti
Jan 4, 2026
It is with sadness and loving remembrance that we announce the passing of Betty Moser Pasinetti, our mother, grandmother, and great grandmother, a cherish matriarch who passed away peacefully at home in her sleep on January 4, 2026, at a remarkable age of 102 . Betty was born on August 20, 1923. Betty was living alone self-dependent and was driving...
Mervin Dexter Swanson
Dec 30, 2025
Mervin Dexter Swanson, 85, passed away peacefully in his sleep on Tuesday, December 30, 2025, at his home in Puyallup, Washington. He was born on July 27, 1940, in Puyallup to Leonard and Anna Swanson, and he remained deeply connected to his hometown throughout his life.
Mervin graduated from Puyallup High School, Class of 1958, and went on to earn a...
Kenneth (Ken) Thomas Martin
Dec 28, 2025
Kenneth Thomas Martin (1941-2025) Kenneth (Ken) Thomas Martin, 84, of Puyallup, Washington, peacefully returned to his Heavenly Father on Sunday, December 28, 2025, following complications from Parkinson’s disease. The love of his family surrounded him. Ken was born in 1941 in Puyallup, Washington, to Thomas and Lois Martin. He was a proud graduate of Puyallup High School and went on...
Ronald Long
Dec 18, 2025
Ronald Timothy Long, lovingly known as “Ronnie,” age 59, passed away on December 18, 2025, in Puyallup, Washington. He was born on September 5, 1966, in Madison, Wisconsin.
Ronnie deeply loved his family and friends and had a genuine way of making sure everyone around him was doing okay. He was known for his caring heart, compassion, and the way he...
Bebe Colley
Dec 18, 2025
Bebe Colley (Helmstetler), 58, of Puyallup, Washington, passed away at home on December 18, 2025. Born in Seattle, Washington, Bebe dedicated her life to being an incredible, selfless mother and wife. She spent 33 years in a loving, laughter-filled marriage with her husband, and 28 beautiful years loving her daughters in every way possible. Bebe was deeply committed to her...
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