Jun 26, 2026

Patricia (Patti) Ann Johnson, passed away June 26, 2026 at the age of 78. Patti was born June 21, 1948 in Aberdeen, SD to the late Walter and Virginia Krause, where she was one of eight siblings. She grew up in Mansfield, SD on 80 acres where her family harvested hay before Boeing recruited her and her husband Ted Pyeritz,...

Jun 26, 2026

Frances M. Bargmeyer passed away quietly on June 26, 2026, after a long battle with cancer. Frances was born in Puyallup General Hospital on April 3, 1950. In 1968 she graduated #1 in her class at White River High School in Buckley, WA. At the height of the Vietnam war, her valedictorian speech was entitled “We want change and we...

Jun 24, 2026

With profound sadness, we announce the passing of our beloved son, Jason Paul Stanifer, who passed away on June 24, 2026, at the age of 22 while living in Mesa, Arizona.

Jason was born on August 1, 2003, in Tacoma, Washington, to his loving parents, Thomas ("Stan") and Marina Stanifer. Although his time on earth was far too short, he filled...

Jun 22, 2026

Col. James McLin Camp (Ret.), age 73, of Spanaway, WA, passed away peacefully on June 22, 2026. He entered the world on February 17, 1953, in Birmingham, Alabama to his parents, Jimmy Camp and Sue Camp and followed by his siblings Mike and Landi.

For 42 years, James Camp worked as a Medical Pathologist in the United States Army, where he...

Jun 22, 2026

Donovan Rueben Larson, a lifelong resident of Puyallup, Washington, passed away on June 22, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family. He was born in Puyallup on April 19, 1933, to Rueben and Josephine Larson. He graduated from Puyallup High School with the Class of 1951 and later attended Pacific Lutheran College.

Don shared nearly 73 wonderful years of marriage...

Jun 19, 2026

Gary Wayne Salatino, born on August 8, 1950, passed away peacefully on June 19, 2026, at the age of 75.

Gary is survived by his son, Jeffery Salatino; his daughter, Malissa Salatino; his sister, Rosemarie Bleich; his granddaughter, Emma Salatino; and many extended family members. He was preceded in death by his father, Albert Salatino; his mother, Ella Salatino; and his...

Jun 17, 2026

Barbara Jean Hank, née Neyman, passed away on June 17, 2026, in Puyallup, Washington, at the age of 68. She was born on April 12, 1958, in Phoenix, Arizona, to Hugh and Ruby Neyman.

Barbara graduated from Foss High School in Tacoma, Washington, and earned her nursing certification from Clover Park Technical College. She dedicated more than 20 years of compassionate...

Jun 14, 2026

Christine “Chris” M. Sawyer passed away on June 14, 2026, at the age of 63. She was born on December 23, 1962.

For the past 26 years, Chris found her piece of paradise in Tacoma, Washington. Her beloved home was nestled on a two-acre property she affectionately named “Driftwood Acres”—a place where she found endless peace, beauty, and joy. From her...

Jun 13, 2026

Brian was a devoted father, proud grandfather, and master craftsman, whose generosity and humor touched everyone he met.

Brian Keith Ostheimer, 63, of Puyallup, Washington, passed away on Saturday morning, June 13, 2026, following a medical emergency while on his way to go fishing at Mineral Lake.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Monday, July 13, 2026, at 1:00 p.m....

Jun 6, 2026

Paula Francine Strobl, 80, of Puyallup, passed away peacefully on June 06, 2026, surrounded by her loving family at Good Samaritan Hospital. Born on March 23, 1946, in Auburn, Washington, to the late Paul and Georgette Meyer, Paula was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and friend whose kindness, strength, and unwavering love touched everyone who knew her.

Paula grew...

Jun 1, 2026

A Life Remembered

Joyce passed away on June 1st, 2026 in Sumner, WA. Born in Fresno,CA on March 8th, 1932 to Folmer and Gladys Hansen, Joyce grew up with a deep connection to the Lord and strong relationships with her family. She and her husband joined Mt View Lutheran Church in Edgewood, WA where she has been a member for over...

May 28, 2026

We celebrate the life of Joshua “Spookz” Chandler-DeCelle who passed away peacefully in Graham, Washington on May 28, 2026. He was born in Los Angeles, California on November 11, 1980 by his mother Pamela Wendt and his father James DeCelle.

Joshua was a protector, a loving husband and dedicated father, his family meant everything to him. His legacy lives on through...

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...

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...

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...

May 20, 2026

Judith Lee (Hotz) Mauro, 83, passed away peacefully at home on May 20, 2026, just 30 days after her beloved husband. Born August 4, 1942, in Omaha, Nebraska, to Arthur and Vaunice Hotz, Judy moved to Puyallup at the age of 12 and spent the rest of her life in the area. A devoted homemaker, she took great pride in...

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...

May 19, 2026

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...

May 11, 2026

Arthur John "John" Morford was born on September 24, 1945, in Wapato, Washington, to Arthur and Edna Morford. He passed away peacefully at his home in Des Moines, Washington, on May 11, 2026.

John is survived by his beloved wife, Joanne; his sons, Dale and Alan; his daughter, Jennifer; and his cherished grandchildren, Drake, Tatumn, and Layla. He was a devoted...