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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...

Domnick (Sonny) D. Mauro

Domnick (Sonny) D. Mauro

Apr 20, 2026

Domnick D. Mauro (“Sonny”), 88, passed away peacefully at home on April 20, 2026. Born Dec. 23, 1937, in Puyallup, WA, Sonny spent his entire life in the Puyallup area. He enjoyed a 35-year career at Boeing as a drafter working most of that time on the Minute Man project. He was an avid car enthusiast who raced in his...

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...

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...

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