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Janet O'Connell

Janet O'Connell

May 25, 2023

Janet Tauch O’Connell

August 10, 1929 – May 25, 2023

Tacoma, WA – Janet passed away peacefully after complications following a hip fracture.  She was born in Marquette, MI to Carl F. Tauch and Bernice Goodman Tauch.  She is pre-deceased by her brother, Jack (Edith, Kathy) Tauch.  Janet was married to Robert A. O’Connell, MD...

Richard Eugene Lucich

Richard Eugene Lucich

May 20, 2023

Richard was a lifelong resident of North Tacoma, as well as a member of Holy Cross Church. He was a graduate of Stadium High School, class of 1949. He had a strong Croation background and was a member of the Croation Fraternal Union. He joined the Air Force in 1950, after leaving the Air Force he began his career...

Risa Loren Mcpherson

Risa Loren Mcpherson

May 20, 2023

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

Richard Mondillo

Richard Mondillo

May 18, 2023

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

James B. Saelens

James B. Saelens

May 18, 2023

On May 18th, 2023, James B. (Jim) Saelens passed away peacefully at the age of 91 with family by his side. A veteran of the Korean War and a man of humble beginnings, Jim left behind a legacy of generosity and perseverance.

Jim was born on August 8, 1931 in St. Charles, Illinois to Charles and Mary...

James Masuji Akagi

James Masuji Akagi

May 17, 2023

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

Sr. Roseann Cordova Op

Sr. Roseann Cordova Op

May 17, 2023

Sister Mary Roseann (Rufina)Cordova, OP, Tacoma Dominican Sister died May 17, 2023, at St. Joseph Residence, Seattle, following a long illness. She was born in Albuquerque, New Mexico, January 24, 1934, of Abel Cordova and Rosario (Perea) Cordova. The family eventually moved to Bakersfield, California, where she attended Our Lady of Guadalupe Elementary School and Garces Memorial High School,...

Valerie Chapin

Valerie Chapin

May 16, 2023

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

Marybeth Rose Mcmenamin

Marybeth Rose Mcmenamin

May 15, 2023

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

Joel Collin James Teats

Joel Collin James Teats

May 5, 2023

On May 5, 2023, Joel Collin James Teats went home to his heavenly father after suffering from septic shock which caused multiple organ failure. He was born in Everett, Washington on October 5, 1992 to Mac & Sharon Teats. He was raised in Richland, Washington with his sister, Leah. He graduated from Richland High School in 2011, where he...

John F Leahy Jr.

John F Leahy Jr.

May 4, 2023

John F. “Jack” Leahy, Jr., 88, of Tacoma, Washington, passed away on May 4, 2023.

Jack was born on December 1,1934 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He graduated from St. Joseph’s Preparatory School and St. Joseph’s College (B.S.). In 1957 he enlisted in the U.S. Army followed by service in the National Guard of Pennsylvania. Jack married Anne F....

William Ronald Bullatt

William Ronald Bullatt

Apr 30, 2023

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

Joe Di Re

Joe Di Re

Apr 28, 2023

Joe Di Re

June 7, 1935 - April 28, 2023

Joe (Giuseppe) Di Re was born in the small farming village of Cantalupo, Italy on June 7, 1935 to parents Sabatino and Maria (Peccia) Di Re. He was the youngest of 6 siblings (Alessandro, Vincenzo, Filomena, Anna, and Raffaele). He immigrated to America in 1955...

Bernard Mark Larsen

Bernard Mark Larsen

Apr 24, 2023

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

Michael James Brenner

Michael James Brenner

Apr 22, 2023

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

Brooke Morgan

Brooke Morgan

Apr 22, 2023

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Brooke Morgan, a beloved nurse, and mother of four beautiful children. Brooke passed away suddenly on April 22nd, 2023, at the age of 44. She was born December 4th, 1978, in Canon Beach, Oregon.

Brooke started her career as an LPN and worked tirelessly while caring...

Dawne Burkhouse

Dawne Burkhouse

Apr 22, 2023

Dawne Althea Burkhouse was born March 13, 1922 in Walla Walla, Washington.  She is one of two children born to Rollo and Dorothy Johnson.  Dawne and William Joseph Burkhouse were married May 1, 1942 in Federal Way, Washington

Following is a glimpse into her 101 years of life, and the memories that touched so many of us. ...

Douglas James Keil

Douglas James Keil

Apr 20, 2023

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

Richard Bruce Seitz

Richard Bruce Seitz

Apr 18, 2023

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

Anne Claire (Horther)  Jesse

Anne Claire (Horther) Jesse

Apr 18, 2023

Anne Claire (Horther) Jesse, age 83, died April 18, 2023 at home, in Lakewood, Washington. Anne was born on October 10, 1939, in Tacoma, Washington, one of three children of Philip and Mary Horther. She attended Stadium High School in Tacoma, as well as Sacred Heart Nursing School and Gonzaga University in Spokane, Washington, where she met Darrell, her...