Recent Obituaries

Donna Ruth Chittim Olson

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

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)

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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...

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