Ruth Isabel Degabriele
Feb 21, 2021
Ruth DeGabriele June 13, 1920 – February 21, 2021
Ruth was born on a farm near Frankfort, Kansas, on June 13th, 1920. She grew up in a family of two sisters and 4 brothers. She was 17 years old when the “Dust Bowl” hit the plains and forced the family to sell the farm. They loaded up...
John Edward Kelly
Feb 20, 2021
John Edward Kelly
1921-2021
John E. Kelly set sail peacefully on a Heaven bound adventure February 20, 2021, age 99. He was born June 7, 1921 to John and Eileen Kelly in their West Seattle home.
Growing up, he enjoyed many hours on the beaches...
Sharon Lee (Sundsten) Cloninger
Feb 19, 2021
Sharon Lee (Sundsten) Cloninger:
Born: 4-28-57
Died: 2-19-21
After a long struggle with Myelodysplastic Syndrome/Leukemia Sharon ended her life’s journey peacefully at the Seattle home she occupied while being treated at the Seattle Cancer Care Alliance. She was surrounded by her family.
Sharon was born in Portland, Oregon to Albin (Sud)...
John Michael Hughes
Feb 2, 2021
John Michael (Mike) Hughes
May 8, 1948 – February 2, 2021
John Michael (Mike) Hughes, 72, of Seattle, Washington, loving husband, father and grandfather, passed away peacefully on February 2, 2021, with his wife, Bea, and sons, Brad and Kyle, by his side.
Mike was born on May 8, 1948 in Chicago, Illinois;...
Souda Phoui Phouangphet
Feb 2, 2021
An obituary is not available at this time for Souda Phoui Phouangphet. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.
Dorothy Lou (Barnett) Modisette
Jan 30, 2021
In Memoriam of Dorothy Barnett Modisette
No one can replace one’s mother. For a mother, her children are her first priority. Our mothers take care of us, listen to us and love unconditionally. Dorothy (Dot) was that kind of mother and beyond.
Dot Modisette passed away on January 30, 2021 at the age of 93,...
Kenneth Mcdonald Lowthian
Jan 24, 2021
Kenneth McDonald Lowthian was born on October 14, 1926 in Seattle, Washington. He passed away on January 24, 2021. Ken lived his whole life in West Seattle.
He was a graduate of West Seattle High School, the University of Washington, did graduate work at the U of W College of Education, and participated in a program for...
Martha Golubiec
Jan 22, 2021
Mrs. Martha Golubiec, a longtime member of the Polish community, died on January 22, 2021 in Seattle after a long illness.
Bursting with energy and ideas, she was a community pillar since the 1960s till recently. During this time, she initiated, spearheaded or contributed to many of the developments that were crucial to the community centered on...
David W. Taylor
Jan 21, 2021
David W. Taylor died unexpectedly on January 21st, 2021 at the age of 63 in his home.
David is survived by his daughter Becky Slater (husband Evan), his grandchildren Justin & Emma, his brother William (Bill) Taylor, & sister-in-law Maureen Taylor along with many nieces, nephews, family, & friends. He is predeceased by his parents Charles (Dick)...
John Richard Retynski
Jan 13, 2021
An obituary is not available at this time for John Richard Retynski.
We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories of John on our Tribute Wall, located above.
Arrangements entrusted to Emmick Family Funeral Home of West Seattle
Adonis Malijan Topacio
Jan 11, 2021
Adonis Malijan Topacio (known to many as “Don”) born on April 29, 1945, passed away peacefully at his home in Seattle, WA, surrounded by love and family, on January 11, 2021 at 75 years of age.
Born in Mandaluyong, Philippines to Luis and Malaya Topacio. Adonis was the fourth of thirteen children and leaves eleven surviving brothers...
Ann Kimberly Dirks
Jan 3, 2021
Longtime West Seattle resident Ann Kimberly Dirks died peacefully at a local senior care facility on Jan. 3 She was 82.
The mother of five boys, Ann was known for her spirited, outgoing personality and quick humor that helped her develop deep and lasting connections with neighbors, co-workers, friends, and within her large extended family. Born in...
Joseph Paul Sears
2021
Joseph Paul Sears passed away at home with his family by his side on December 31, 2021, after battling cancer for eleven months. He is survived by his wife of 45 years, Julienne, daughters Megan and Anne, of Seattle, his sister, Sue Sowers, brother Richard Sears, both of Ohio, brother-in-law Jerry Kaufman, of Seattle and six nieces and nephews....
Jane Scott
2021
Jane Scott, known by those who loved her best as “Scotti,” died after a short but devastating battle with lung disease at the Swedish First Hill Hospital on December 15th, 2021, in Seattle, WA at the age of 72.
Jane Scott is survived by her sons Nicholas Scott (Kristin Paystrup-Scott) of Seattle; Jesse Archinal-Scott of San Francisco;...
Cheryl Kay Baechle
2021
Cheryl Kay Baechle passed away unexpectedly 12- 25-21 in Kent, Wa. Cheryl was affectionately known by many as" mommifer" is survived by her three brothers Ken, Alan, and Gary Baechle. Her three children Joseph, Jeffrey (daughter-in-law Lindsey) and Jennifer ("sonny"- in-law Marlon) Her three grandchildren Fabian, Lauren, and Josiah, 6 great grandchildren and her beloved cats Herm and Chloe....
Margaret Elizabeth (Edgerton) Price
2021
Margaret Elizabeth Edgerton Price, 79, of Seattle, Washington, died as a result of the ravages of Alzheimer’s disease on 19 December 2021.
Margaret was preceded in death by her parents and her brother. She is survived by her husband of fifty-two years, William; her daughter, Jennifer (Christopher); and her granddaughter, Orianna, who loves creating art, hugging bunnies,...
Timothy "Tim" James Reagan
2021
TIMOTHY “TIM” J REAGAN
1943-2021
Tim was born April 21,1943 to Patrick and Marie Reagan at Providence Hospital in Seattle. With his family by his side, Tim went to be with his Lord on October 20, 2021.
The eldest of 5 children, Tim grew up on Capitol Hill amongst a vibrant...
Laila Seufert Peterson
2021
The family of Laila Seufert Peterson announces with great sorrow her passing on 08/01/21. She handled her illness with a great amount of strength, dignity, and pride.
She was born in Seattle on 10/28/1953 and grew up in Shoreline, Washington raised by her parents, Randi and Lyle Seufert. She attended St. Lukes Elementary, Blanchet High School, Greenwood...
Richard Joseph "Dick" Mcbrady
2021
Dick passed away at home on the morning of July 17th with his wife, Paula, at his side. He went to be with his Lord and Savior after battling Vascular Dementia.
He was the middle child of Joe and Millie McBrady, born on 10/21/1933. He grew up in Ballard and graduated from O'Dea High School. While attending...
Cheryl Ann (Powell) Senger
2021
Cheryl Ann Senger passed away suddenly at her home in Renton, WA on July 1, 2021 at the age of 58.
She was born on January 31, 1963 in Walla Walla, WA to William (Bill) and Betty. Cheryl was later joined by 3 sisters.
In 1965 the family moved to West Seattle, Cheryl attended West...
