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Jeff R. Johnson

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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...

Robert Blake Pearson

Robert Blake Pearson

Dec 11, 2025

With deep sorrow, we share the passing of Robert Blake Pearson of Graham, WA, known to all as Blake due to injuries sustained in an auto accident, on December 11, 2025. Blake was born on April 18, 1996, in American Fork, Utah, to Todd and Debbie Pearson. From the very beginning, Blake brought joy to those around him. He was...

Patrick Michael Gudmundson

Patrick Michael Gudmundson

Dec 9, 2025

Born May 09, 1972, in Heidelberg, Germany, passed away peacefully at his home in Lake Tapps, WA on Dec 09, 2025. Patrick grew up in Auburn, WA attending Elementary through High schools. Starting in his teenage years he worked with local businesses where he developed long-term friendships.

Later in life he fulfilled his passion of music working with Beth Curtis at...

Jack Delano Rice

Jack Delano Rice

Nov 29, 2025

Jack D. Rice was born on March 13, 1934 in Hamilton, Ohio and died on November 29, 2025 in Tacoma, Washington. 

A funeral service will be held on Thursday, December 11, 11 a.m. at Valley Burial & Cremation, 217 E Pioneer Puyallup, WA 98372.

Interment will take place at Woodbine Cemetery.

Jordan Siriban Abad

Jordan Siriban Abad

Nov 24, 2025

Jordan Abad, 59, of Puyallup, Washington, passed away on November 24, 2025. He was born on August 23, 1966, in Manila, Philippines, to Santiago and Constancia Siriban Abad. 

Jordan built a career in technical construction management, serving as Construction Manager at Technology Associate since 2021. He held certificates in Level 3 Computer Aided Design and Architectural/Commercial Drafting, skills he applied throughout...

Bruce Conrad Crabtree

Bruce Conrad Crabtree

Nov 8, 2025

Bruce Conrad Crabtree, 82, returned peacefully to his Heavenly Father on November 8, 2025, in his beloved home in Federal Way, WA, surrounded by the people he loved most. After two difficult months of illness, it was a profound blessing for his wife and children to fulfill his final wish—to be home, wrapped in their love, during his last moments...

Patrick McElroy

Patrick McElroy

Nov 2, 2025

Patrick Kelly McElroy, 63, of Orting, Washington, passed away suddenly on November 2, 2025.

Patrick was a devoted family man whose greatest joy was being surrounded by those he loved. He was rarely seen without a grandchild in his arms or on his lap, always ready with a smile or a laugh to share. A hardworking and humble man throughout his...

Susan Myers

Susan Myers

Oct 24, 2025

Susan Margaret (Slater) Myers was born on August 14, 1944 in the quiet town of Sedro-Woolley, Washington. From the very beginning, she was part of a close-knit family, growing up alongside her siblings—sisters who were her lifelong companions and a brother who shared in the memories of childhood. The importance of family stayed with her throughout her life and helped...

David Malik Kurney

David Malik Kurney

Oct 16, 2025

David Malik Kurney was born on October 3, 1995, in Bellevue, Washington, to the proud parents David Kornell Kurney and Kanyoni Kurney. Malik obtained his GED in 2015 and later accepted Christ as his Lord and Savior, a moment that marked a new beginning in his life filled with faith and purpose.

Malik had a true passion for cooking and loved...

Kasen San

Kasen San

Oct 13, 2025

Kasen San was born November 9, 1978 in Battambang, Cambodia and died on October 13, 2025 in Bellevue, WA. A Funeral Service will be held on Sunday, November 2, 2:00 p.m. at Valley Burial & Cremation, 217 E Pioneer, Puyallup, WA. 98372. Cremation to follow at the Tahoma Crematory.

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