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Tracy Lupkes Minerich

Tracy Lupkes Minerich

May 27, 2026

Tracy was born on June 13, 1957, at Enumclaw Memorial Hospital. She was adopted by Hortense and Wayne Lupkes and raised in Auburn, Washington. Tracy grew up alongside her two younger brothers, Norman and Brian Lupkes. Norman, who was also adopted, passed away from complications of diabetes in the 1990s. She is survived by her brother, Brian. Tracy also had...

Kelly Jo Ann Michelle Petersen

Kelly Jo Ann Michelle Petersen

May 26, 2026

Kelly Jo Ann Michelle Petersen, 66, of Federal Way Washington passed away on May 26th, 2026, in Seattle, Washington surrounded by her loving husband and two children. Kelly was born June 20th, 1959, in Great Fall Montana to Dianna "Fluff" and Donald Preston, the fifth of their eight children, Kelly could have easily been "lost in the crowd". Instead, with...

William "Bill" Paul Minerich

William "Bill" Paul Minerich

May 24, 2026

William Paul “Bill” Minerich, age 69, passed away peacefully in his sleep on May 24, 2026, from a heart attack.

Bill was born on November 29, 1956, in Renton, Washington, to John and Mary Minerich of Auburn. He was one of ten siblings — five boys and five girls. He is survived by his brothers, John Charles, Patrick Robert, Dennis, and...

Brenda Lea Kelly

Brenda Lea Kelly

May 20, 2026

Brenda-Lea Kelley passed away on Wednesday May 20th 2026 peacefully at the age of 74 surrounded by her loving family. She is survived by her husband of 53 years Thomas, her 5 children Kristi, Kari, Tom Jr (Lyzel) Michael (Melissa) and stepdaughter Vicki as well as her sister Karen (brother in-law James) nephews Steven and Tim and her 19 grandchildren...

Judy Ann Watkins Hatch

Judy Ann Watkins Hatch

May 15, 2026

Judy Ann Hatch, born on July 12, 1951, in Ontario, Oregon, passed away on May 15, 2026, in Puyallup, Washington. She was 74 years old. Her final years were spent living in the countryside near Eatonville, Washington, where she was blessed with a beautiful view of Mt. Rainier.

Judy graduated from Meridian High School and pursued theological studies at Nazarene Bible...

Lanny Earl Sturtz

Lanny Earl Sturtz

Apr 26, 2026

Lanny Earl Sturtz was born in Auburn WA on July 16th, 1953, to Paul and Joyce Sturtz and was taken home to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on April 26th, 2026. He is survived by his wife of 52 years Anna Sturtz, his son Jeff (Leslie) and his 5 siblings - Doug, Loren (Jeanette), Patti, Paul and...

Timothy Dwayne Hardee

Timothy Dwayne Hardee

Apr 21, 2026

Timothy Dwayne Hardee was born in Cleburne Texas June 23, 1957 and died on April 21, 2026. He was preceded in death by his parents Zibe Brooks Hardee and Mary Leona Majors Hardee (Cricket); Brothers Mike Hardee and Rickey Hardee; Daughter Amanda Nadine Hardee; Son Jason Terry Dwayne Hardee.

Survived by wife Cynthia Sue Akins Hardee of Buckley WA. Daughter Candace...

Amy Carter

Amy Carter

Apr 18, 2026

Amy Carter passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by her family, in Auburn, Washington, on April 18, 2026, following health complications. She was 48 years old.

 Amy was born on May 6, 1977, in San Antonio, Texas, to Dianne and Stan Sabens. She spent most of her childhood and young adulthood in Mobile, Alabama, where she developed a strong sense of...

Robert William Parsons

Robert William Parsons

Apr 14, 2026

It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Robert William Parsons who departed this life peacefully on April 14th, 2026 at the age of 69. Robert was born on June 21, 1956 to Donald and Lillian Parsons. Robert was a devoted husband to Deanna, his loving wife for over 48 years, a loving father to Todd...

Ronald A. Slinker

Ronald A. Slinker

Apr 12, 2026

Ronald A. Slinker 68 years lived.Ron was born on May 15, 1957, passed away on April 12,2026 after abrief stay in the hospital.He is survived by wife Shirley, Children Jason Slinker, Kari Delapp,and Jennifer (Jeremy) Luzzo. Seven grandchildren, Jessica, Hunter, Emily, Madison, Lauren, Sadie Mae and Jason Jr and two great grandchildren Alice and Jade. Numerous nieces and nephews and...

Peter James LaBrash

Peter James LaBrash

Apr 12, 2026

Peter was a kind, funny and inspirational soul. A lifelong resident of Puyallup, he graduated from Puyallup High school in 2018. He also completed a 2 year advanced program and did very well. Known by everyone on the block, Peter spent his time working around the neighborhood mowing lawns, landscaping, and gardening. His favorite pastime was transforming his “back hill”...

Jo Suzanne Emry

Jo Suzanne Emry

Apr 12, 2026

We are saddened to announce the passing of Jo Suzanne Emry, who is lovingly known by her friends and family as Suzie, who departed on April 12th, 2026, at the age of 66. Born in Puyallup on December 2nd, 1959. Suzie was loved by family, friends, and all who knew her. She was known for the intense love she held...

Patricia Waterman Murphy

Patricia Waterman Murphy

Apr 7, 2026

Patricia (Waterman) Murphy (June 18, 1928 - April 7, 2026) was born in Seattle, Washington, to George and Mary (Reddick) Waterman. She grew up in West Seattle, attending Lafayette Elementary School, Madison Junior High School, and West Seattle High School. After highschool, she earned a bachelor’s degree in nursing from Western Washington University and a master’s degree in nursing administration...

Amber Rose Valenzuela

Amber Rose Valenzuela

Apr 4, 2026

Our beloved, Amber Rose Valenzuela, 44, of Puyallup, passed away on April 4, 2026, of natural causes. Born on April 27, 1981, in Port Angeles, WA. Amber was the beloved daughter of Karl and Zayna Petzing. She grew up in Port Angeles, Lynnwood and Bothell along with her two brothers and sister. Amber graduated Seattle Christian School in 1999.

Amber met...

Roby Samson Dorman

Roby Samson Dorman

Mar 21, 2026

Roby Samson Dorman was born August 9, 1944 in Tacoma, WA to Raymond and Leila Dorman and passed peacefully surrounded by his loved ones on March 21, 2026.

Roby graduated from Stadium High School before entering the United States Air Force at the age of 17. He then left the Air Force to take care of his mother and this is...

Marino A. Micheli

Marino A. Micheli

Mar 4, 2026

Marino A. Micheli passed away March 4, 2026, at the age of 75. He was a resident of Puyallup, Washington.

Marino was born September 3, 1950, to Giovanni and Marina Micheli in Capannori, Lucca, Italy. The Micheli family immigrated to United States in 1956, settling in Seattle. Marino quickly learned English watching Zorro and other TV westerns, attended Our Lady of...

Jeramy Duane Headley

Jeramy Duane Headley

Mar 3, 2026

As a child, Jeramy was full of energy, happiness, and kindness. He was outgoing and loved to make people laugh. He had a huge sense of humor and an amazing personality that naturally drew people to him As he grew up, Jeramy always stood up for others, especially those who couldn’t defend themselves. He didn’t like seeing people get bullied...

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...

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