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Jayce Ryan Kaiser

Jayce Ryan Kaiser

Aug 1, 2024

Jayce Ryan Kaiser, aged 38, passed away on August 1, 2024, in Tacoma of natural causes. He was born on December 7, 1985, in Tacoma to Daniel Kaiser and Rhonda Messo-Kaiser. He was a 2004 graduate of Curtis High School and a 2008 graduate of Santa Clara University, where he served as president of his fraternity, Pi Kappa Alpha....

Gene Patrick Hussey

Gene Patrick Hussey

Aug 1, 2024

Together Again

Gene Patrick Hussey, 89, passed away on August 1, 2024, in Tacoma, WA.  Born on May 28, 1935, in Fond du Lac, WI, Gene led a life marked by devotion to service; both in his professional and personal spheres.

Gene’s early education was at St. Rita High School in Chicago, Il.  He furthered...

Jeffrey Howard Rozen

Jeffrey Howard Rozen

Jul 31, 2024

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

Carl Dennis Higgins

Carl Dennis Higgins

Jul 29, 2024

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

Janet M Kusumoto

Janet M Kusumoto

Jul 27, 2024

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

Oran Lee Johnson

Oran Lee Johnson

Jul 27, 2024

ORAN LEE JOHNSON

Oran Lee Johnson, a resident of Bonney Lake, passed away on July 27, surrounded by his loving family.  He was 39.

Oran was born in Everett in 1984 and then was raised in Fall City by his mom and his beloved grandparents.  Oran met the love of his life, Kelly...

Frank Paul Zawislak

Frank Paul Zawislak

Jul 26, 2024

Frank P. Zawislak, 79 of Puyallup, was reunited with the love of his life in heaven on Friday, July 26, 2024, at his home surrounded by his children and his dear sister ‘Sarge’. Frank was born in Tacoma on September 25, 1944, to his Polish-American parents, Marion and Genevieve (Lewandoski) Zawislak. ‘Frankie Z’ was one of six children and...

Patricia Louise Myers

Patricia Louise Myers

Jul 23, 2024

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

Pamela Kay Knoll

Pamela Kay Knoll

Jul 17, 2024

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

Eugene Francis Hill

Eugene Francis Hill

Jul 12, 2024

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

James Leo Wingard

James Leo Wingard

Jul 9, 2024

James was born in Ruston WA March 1st, 1934, to Leo Lemuel and Agnes Elva (Pennant) Wingard. James died peacefully on July 9th at Rainier Rehabilitation center. He is Survived by his loving partner of 25 years Cynthia Kennedy, Brother William Roy Schrum, stepdaughters Lauren Lively and Jennifer Kruse. Step grandsons Tyler (Emily) and Zachary (Madison) Kruse, Great nephew...

Stanley Kenneth Topolski

Stanley Kenneth Topolski

Jul 6, 2024

Stanley Kenneth Topolski, 79, peacefully passed to the other side on July 6, 2024, in Tacoma, WA. Born on May 2, 1945, Stanley was a loving son, brother, uncle, and friend with a deep love for his community, fishing, gardening, well-intended mischief, and Prospect Street.

Stan served as a Special Forces Vietnam Veteran, anthropology professor, workforce development...

Cecelia Tierney Casey

Cecelia Tierney Casey

Jul 5, 2024

Cecelia Tierney Casey, 87, of Federal Way, WA, passed away on Friday, July 5, 2024, after a fall and brief hospital stay.  She was the daughter of Matthew and Mary Tierney of Philadelphia, PA, and the wife of 47 years of William Francis Casey of Devon, PA.  She is survived by her two sons, John (Kim) of Federal Way,...

Francis "Tony" Anthony Kurtz

Francis "Tony" Anthony Kurtz

Jul 1, 2024

An obituary is not available at this time for Francis "Tony" Anthony Kurtz. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Marian Castellane Ogden

Marian Castellane Ogden

Jun 29, 2024

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

Julie C Aaron

Julie C Aaron

Jun 28, 2024

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

Aristeo Rosales Decena

Aristeo Rosales Decena

Jun 26, 2024

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Shigako Tsudaka

Shigako Tsudaka

Jun 26, 2024

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

Dennis J Coleman

Dennis J Coleman

Jun 25, 2024

Dennis J. Coleman, 80 years old, died on June 25, 2024. He passed away peacefully with his daughter Angie and son Brian holding his hand. Dennis was born in Tacoma, WA on November 9th,1943 to Ross and Clara Coleman. He first lived on Mckinley Ave in Tacoma during his elementary school years. Afterwards, his family moved to a small...

Timothy Roy Stratton

Timothy Roy Stratton

Jun 22, 2024

Tim was predeceased by his parents, Florence and Roy, and his brother, Terry, who no doubt are happy to have him with them in the Great Beyond. Left behind until their turns are his wife, Barbara, his son, Jens, his daughter, Katey, and five beautiful granddaughters. He was especially proud of these girls and loved them to distraction. Having...