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Local Obituaries for Tacoma, WA, Pierce County and Surrounding Cities

Robert George Tomasek

Robert George Tomasek

Jan 9, 2024

Robert George Tomasek April 8, 1929 - January 9, 2024 Robert G Tomasek, 94, passed away peacefully in his home with his daughter, Chris (Bill Wascisin) and his son, Tom beside him. A veteran of the Korean War, he served in the United States Army for over 20 years. Robert was an amazing bowler in his younger years and...

Nellie Jane Busha

Nellie Jane Busha

Jan 8, 2024

An obituary is not available at this time for Nellie Jane Busha. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Philip "Skip" E Butler Jr

Philip "Skip" E Butler Jr

Jan 7, 2024

Philip (Skip) E. Butler Jr. forever ageless and timeless, loving father, son, brother, uncle, papa, educator, sales professional, and passionate runner, passed away on January 7, 2024. Preceded in heaven by his loving parents Philip E. Butler Sr. and Vera M. Butler, whom he was devoutly dedicated to, he was the cherished father of Desiree Jones (Chris), Schantel Butler,...

Hector Adan Perez Martinez

Hector Adan Perez Martinez

Jan 5, 2024

An obituary is not available at this time for Hector Adan Perez Martinez. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Clara Antoinette Greer

Clara Antoinette Greer

Jan 2, 2024

It is with deepest sorrow that we announce the passing of Clara "Ama" Greer, who departed this life on January 2, 2024, just days shy of her 83rd birthday. Clara was a cherished mother, wife, grandmother, and friend to all who knew her. Known affectionately as Ama by some, Clara was born on January 4, 1941, and lived a...

Donald Joseph Messo

Donald Joseph Messo

Jan 2, 2024

An obituary is not available at this time for Donald Joseph Messo. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

John Louis Messina Sr

John Louis Messina Sr

Jan 2, 2024

January 2nd we lost a man who touched the lives of many in Tacoma and beyond.

John Louis Messina was a lifelong Tacoma resident. He loved his hometown and did not appreciate it being disparaged. He grew up in the Hilltop neighborhood surrounded by an Italian immigrant community and echoed their values throughout the rest of his...

Jay Vincent Mueller

Jay Vincent Mueller

Jan 1, 2024

An obituary is not available at this time for Jay Vincent Mueller. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Gary Leroy Curtis

Gary Leroy Curtis

Dec 31, 2023

An obituary is not available at this time for Gary LeRoy Curtis. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Shigeko Takahashi Josowitz

Shigeko Takahashi Josowitz

Dec 31, 2023

An obituary is not available at this time for Shigeko Takahashi Josowitz. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Linda Medina

Linda Medina

Dec 27, 2023

An obituary is not available at this time for Linda Medina. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Patricia Ann Klarich

Patricia Ann Klarich

Dec 26, 2023

An obituary is not available at this time for Patricia Ann Klarich. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

David Arthur Hiatt

David Arthur Hiatt

Dec 25, 2023

David Arthur Hiatt, 79, born March 4, 1944, in Redding, Iowa, passed away December 25, 2023, in Gig Harbor, WA.

Dave was preceded in death by his parents Howard and Vivian Hiatt and sister, Marolyn Weigel, and is survived by his wife of 33 years, Diane, his children Scott and Stephanie, 3 grandchildren, Cearah, Tristan and Jordan,...

Raymond Luke Simek

Raymond Luke Simek

Dec 24, 2023

An obituary is not available at this time for Raymond Luke Simek. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Bobby Lee Brown

Bobby Lee Brown

Dec 23, 2023

An obituary is not available at this time for Bobby Lee Brown. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Mary Agnes Mcmenamin

Mary Agnes Mcmenamin

Dec 22, 2023

An obituary is not available at this time for Mary Agnes McMenamin. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Robert John Deyoung, Sr

Robert John Deyoung, Sr

Dec 20, 2023

An obituary is not available at this time for Robert John DeYoung, Sr. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Thomas Anthony Castellane, Sr

Thomas Anthony Castellane, Sr

Dec 17, 2023

It is with great sadness to announce after a long illness Thomas Castellane Sr passed away on December 17, 2023. Thomas is preceded in death by parents Michael and Nona Castellane, brother Michael Castellane, son Samson Castellane. Sister Sylvia Carrillo. He is survived by his son Thomas Castellane Jr, Charles Castellane and grandchildren. Services to be held at 3507...

Sister Cecilia Flores

Sister Cecilia Flores

Dec 17, 2023

Sister Cecilia Flores, OP, (Mary Francene) died peacefully at St. Joseph Residence in Seattle on December 17, 2023. A native of Bakersfield, California, she was born on May 23, 1930 to Mariano Flores and Porfina Romero Flores. She graduated in 1948 in the first graduating class at Garces Memorial High School.

She entered the Dominican Sisters of...

Maryann Meyer

Maryann Meyer

Dec 16, 2023

On December 16, 2023, Maryann Meyer died unexpectedly in Kirkland Washington surrounded by her family and friends. Maryann was 72 years old.

Maryann is survived by her husband, Dr. John G. Meyer of Redmond WA; her three siblings Yvonne Lynott of St. George Utah, Dr. Anthony Lovrovich of Seattle WA, and David Lovrovich of Gig Harbor WA;...