Tina Michele Geving
Aug 29, 2026
Tina Michele Geving
June 25, 1971 – August 29, 2026
Tina Michele Geving, a devoted mother, loving wife, fiercely loyal friend, and cherished community member, passed away on August 29, 2026, following a brief but brave battle with cancer. She was 55 years old. Though her time with us was cut far too short, the joy, warmth, and vibrant energy she brought...
Maria Patrice Gamble
Aug 25, 2026
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of a beloved daughter, mother, grandmother, sister, and truly unforgettable woman.
A mother of four and grandmother of four, she spent much of her life caring for others. She worked as a phlebotomist before becoming a homemaker while raising her two youngest children. She was tenacious and strong, sassy and quick-witted, with a personality...
Alex Nadykto
Aug 22, 2026
May 5 1991– August 22, 2026
Alex Nadykto, beloved husband, father, son, brother, and friend, went home to be with the Lord on August 22, 2026.
Alex was known for his faith, his laughter, his love for family, and his extraordinary heart for helping others. Having walked through difficult seasons himself, he devoted much of his life to encouraging people struggling with...
Kathryn "Kathy" (Ernst) Dooley
Aug 18, 2026
Kathryn "Kathy" (Ernst) Dooley, beloved wife, mother, Nana, sister, and friend, passed away at her home in Edgewood, WA on August 18, 2026, after a courageous 25-year battle with Parkinson's disease. She was 76 years old.
Kathy was born on September 27, 1949, in Paso Robles, California to Wilmar Ernst and Violet Nielsen where she had deep roots. She...
Cathy Denise Schatz
Aug 17, 2026
Cathleen Denise Schatz (Smith), 68, passed away peacefully on August 17, 2026. She was born on November 25, 1957 in Puyallup, Washington to Ginette Escamillo and Donald Smith. Cathy was the middle child of five children. She was always nostalgic and grateful for the childhood we shared together. Cathy was raised in the Puyallup Valley and attended Maplewood Elementary, Aylen...
Dan DeVaux
Aug 16, 2026
A lover of life, his family and animals, Daniel Joseph DeVaux was born on May 11, 1949, to Helen and Joseph DeVaux, in West Seattle. Attending all West Seattle schools, he graduated from West Seattle high school in 1967. He attended the University of Washington, obtaining a degree in economics.
A man of values, Dan was a conscientious objector during the...
Judy Pryor
Aug 14, 2026
Judy Rowena (Koepp) Pryor was born in her maternal grandfather’s home in Kendrick, Idaho on December 13, 1939 and died in her home in Puyallup, Washington on August 14, 2026, following a long illness.
Judy grew up with her late parents, Walter Koepp and Rowena (Ramey) Koepp, her sister Lynn (Koepp) Heimgartner, and her late brother Walter “Skip” Koepp on their...
Eric A. Hetland
Aug 11, 2026
Staff Sergeant Eric Alan Hetland, U.S. Army (Ret.), 73, of Tacoma, Washington, passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by his family on August 11, 2026. He was a cherished father, grandfather, great-grandfather, husband, and friend, and his presence will be deeply missed.
Eric was an identical twin, born in DeKalb, Illinois, to Austin and Katherine Hetland. He was the “baby”...
Michael J. DiBlasio
Aug 10, 2026
Michael J. “Mike” DiBlasio, beloved husband, father, friend, and adventurer, passed away on August 10, 2026, at the age of 66. Born on January 13, 1960, Mike lived his life with curiosity, determination, and a mind that was always working on the next problem, project, or adventure. He proudly served his country as a Staff Sergeant in The United States...
Donna Gail Dansby Washburn
Aug 8, 2026
Donna Gail Dansby Washburn, beloved sister, mother, grammie, great-grammie, and friend, passed away peacefully at her home of 48 years on August 8, 2026, at 8:55 p.m. surrounded by her family, following a two-year battle with multiple myeloma. She was 80 years old.
Her family found special meaning in the date of her passing: 8/8 and all the other eights that...
Russell Wells Clary
Aug 4, 2026
Russell Wells Clary was born on September 21, 1942 in Tacoma, WA to Russell “Dutch” Clary and Lila Obrist Clary.
He was a proud Franklin Pierce Cardinal alum, graduating in 1963.
Shortly after graduation, Russ enlisted in the United States Air Force and proudly served his country for 6 years in the specialty of Air Police.
Following his discharge from the military, he...
D. Darlene "Babe" Yoder
Jul 28, 2026
D. Darlene “Babe” Yoder (Jones) passed peacefully into the presence of her Lord on July 28, 2026 at the age of 85. Born on April 20, 1941 in Silverton, OR the oldest of 3 children, to David and Viola Jones. She lived a life marked by unwavering faith, humility and kindness, devoted to serving her family and those she loved....
William George Lawson
Jul 26, 2026
William George Lawson, affectionately known as Bill by his family and friends, passed away peacefully on July 26, 2026, at the age of 81, following a courageous battle with Parkinson's disease.
Bill was born on October 21, 1944, in Seattle, Washington, to George and Florence Lawson. He graduated from high school in Tacoma in 1963 and, shortly thereafter, answered the call...
Frederick Craig Roberts
Jul 19, 2026
Frederick “Craig” Roberts, of Sumner, passed away peacefully on July 19, 2026, at the age of 79, following his courageous battle against cancer.
Born on March 23, 1947, Craig was a devoted father, brother, veteran, and friend. He lived a life marked by service, adventure, and a deep love for his family and the people closest to him.
Craig grew up in...
Herbert Crabtree
Jul 11, 2026
Herbert Crabtree, age 93, of Puyallup, passed away peacefully in his sleep on Saturday, July 11, 2026. A devoted husband, father, grandfather, uncle, and man of quiet strength, he lived a long life marked by service, humility, and steadfast love for the people he cherished.
He served in the United States Navy from 1952 to 1955, carrying the values of duty,...
Patricia (Pat) Jane Poe
Jul 11, 2026
Patricia (Pat) Jane Poe was born July 21, 1934, in Tacoma, Washington. She grew up riding bikes, singing in the church choir, and spending time with family and friends. As a teenager, Pat worked at the bulb farms in the valley and the Liberty Theater. She worked in her family’s grocery store and graduated from Puyallup High School.
As an adult,...
William Elvie Roberts
Jul 10, 2026
William Elvie Roberts, 87, of South Hill, Washington, passed away on July 10, 2026. Bill was born on June 16, 1939, in Kingman, Arizona. He served in the United States Army, first stationed in Korea before serving as a dental hygienist at Madigan Army Medical Center.
Bill dedicated more than 40 years of his career to the Port of Tacoma. He...
Mary "Margie" Smith
Jul 8, 2026
Mary “Margie” Smith, passed away in the early morning hours of Wednesday, July 8th, 2026, surrounded by her loving family, and husband of 66 years Monte Smith.
Margie was born on January 27, 1938, in Puyallup Washington to the late Bert and Lena Shoemaker, their 9th of 11 children. Growing up in Edgewood WA, she worked the bulb farms, picked berries,...
Desiree Marguerite Guiles Baird
Jul 7, 2026
Desiree Marguerite Guiles Baird passed away unexpectedly in the early morning hours of July 7, 2026, at the age of 46, while in Auburn, Washington.
Although Desiree had no children of her own, she had a truly magical gift for connecting with children and animals. Her constant companion was her beloved Chihuahua, Cinnamon. She was deeply passionate about protecting children from...
Pesega Fenunuivao Taumua
Jul 5, 2026
In Loving Memory of Pesega Fenunuivao Taumua July 14, 1954 – July 5, 2026
With grateful hearts for a life well lived and steadfast faith in the promises of God, we celebrate the life of our beloved mother, grandmother, and wife, Pesega Fenunuivao Taumua, who was born on July 14, 1954, in Fagasa, American Samoa, and entered the presence of her...
