Christine Diane Korsmo
Sep 28, 2025
Christine Korsmo was born to her parents Delores and Alan Satterlee on December 10, 1952. As a vivacious youth she was a cheerleader for three years at Washington High School in Parkland where she graduated with Honors in 1971. She continued her education at the University of Washington where she rowed during the early years of the Women’s Crew program....
Chester Earl McRorie
Sep 17, 2025
Chester Earl “Chet” McRorie died peacefully on 17 Sep 2025, at age 97, surrounded by his children in
Burien, Washington.
Chet was born on 27 Feb 1928, near Auburn, Michigan, to Chester Earl and Marie (Schmidt) McRorie.
His father died just before Chet's birth. His mother subsequently married Otto Kreuger, who was a
loving father to Chet and his sisters.
Chet enlisted in the U.S....
Tracy Lee Sheeley
Sep 13, 2025
Tracy L. Sheeley
November 14, 1972 - September 13, 2025
With heavy hearts we announce the passing of Tracy L. Sheeley, who passed away unexpectedly on September 13, 2025 in Seattle, Washington.
Tracy was born in Niles, MI on November 14, 1972 to Bernard A. Sheeley Sr. and Sandra L. Cheney.
Tracy graduated from Niles Michigan High School. Later he earned several certificates in...
Nathylie Elenore Claussen
Sep 7, 2025
Nathylie Claussen passed away September 7, 2025. She was predeceased by her parents, Doris and Chris Bailey, and her sister, Jane Koshney. She was a wonderful mother to her children, Alix and Christopher.
She had many stories about growing up in Juneau, Alaska. She met her husband, Loyde, at the U.W., where he studied art and she became a teacher. They...
Patti Lea Heritage
2025
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Arrangements Entrusted to Emmick Family Funeral Home of West Seattle
Sidney Dutton Hoover
2025
Sid Hoover, sidneyduttonhoover.com, a lifelong denizen of Puget Sound, died August 28 at the house he designed and built on Duwamish Head, where he had lived for 45 years with his wife Laura Sue, who survives him.
Other survivors include his stepsons, Derek Lloyd (Jackie) of Palm Desert, Ca, and their children Dillan and Jackson, and Neil Lloyd of Evanston, IL...
Adam Bachmeier
Aug 28, 2025
Adam Benedict Bachmeier
April 26, 1942 ~ August 28, 2025
Adam “Eddie” Bachmeier passed away peacefully on August 28, 2025 at age of 83 in Kent, Washington. Adam spent many years struggling with dementia and near the end his heart was wide open. He was in the presence of family during his final hours.
Adam was born in Rugby, ND to John J....
Marianne Planta
Aug 20, 2025
Marianne Planta (Harris) passed away peacefully on August 20, 2025 at age 86 with her daughter and husband at her side following a valiant seven year battle to overcome the effects of two major strokes.
Marianne was born on Day Island in Tacoma, WA on May 6, 1939 to George S. Harris and Lois C. Harris (Lukenbill), their first child and...
James Russel Loski
Aug 18, 2025
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Travis Kelly Stone, Jr.
Aug 15, 2025
Passed away in Seattle of traumatic brain injury after a fall. Survived by his wife Susan Austin, daughter Olivia Stone, brother Edward Stone, and numerous cousins in WA, TX, and RI.
He proudly served in the U.S. Army right out of high school and was honorably discharged with a Purple Heart and life-long effects of his time in Viet Nam.
His passions...
Madeline Y. Simpson
2025
Born in Billings, Montana on November 7, 1929 and passed away on August 13, 2025 at 95 years of age. Madeline was married to Theodore P. Simpson for over 60 years who preceded her in death on May 23, 2010.
Madeline met her husband Ted Simpson in 1948 while they were both employed for the Great Northern Railroad at King Street...
Richard G. McAllister
2025
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Mariann Whalen
2025
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William Roy Germann
Aug 2, 2025
Bill was born in Seattle to William H. Germann & Corinne Price. He died August 2, 2025 in Virginia Mason hospital.
Bill was the middle of 3 children and is survived by his wife Linda Voelker, his younger brother Tony Germann, sister-in-law Janice Germann, his nephew Taylor Germann and his niece Erin Brennan & husband Tommy Brennan, great nieces and nephew...
Heidi J. Fray
Jul 31, 2025
Heidi J. Fray Obituary
Heidi Fray, 68, a loving mother, dedicated sister, and extended family builder, passed away peacefully at home in West Seattle on Thursday, July 31, 2025.
Heidi never met a stranger. She was a nurturer, a listener, a steady presence, and a safe haven. Whether raising her daughter, supporting friends, or helping family members, Heidi's compassion knew no bounds....
Henry Jacob Benzinger
Jul 22, 2025
In Loving Memory of Henry Jacob Benzinger
November 03, 1967 – July 22, 2025
Henry Jacob Benzinger, a beloved brother, son, and friend, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, July 22, surrounded by his family. Born in Bremerton, Washington, Henry brought joy and light to all who knew him.
Henry was a proud graduate of Olympic High School, Class of 1988, and a devoted...
Patrick Chris Clancy
Jul 21, 2025
Patrick Clancy
January 13, 1964 - July 21, 2025
Patrick "Pat" Chris Clancy, 61, passed away Monday July 21st, 2025, surrounded by loved ones.
Born January 13th, 1964, to William Clancy and Greta Pelham, Pat was born and raised in Seattle, Washington. He is survived by his mother Greta; brothers Brett and Jeff; and his 6 children Patrick, Alyssa, Kyle, Sarah, Elliot, and...
Mary Ann Davis
2025
Mary Ann Davis left this world far too soon and will be deeply missed by all who loved her. Her greatest joy and source of pride was her beloved daughter, Valana.
A devoted gardener and animal lover, Mary Ann found peace and purpose in nurturing life around her. She believed in the power of nature, energy healing, and homeopathic remedies, embracing...
Mathias "Bud" Francis Wiszmann
Jul 16, 2025
Mathias “Bud” Francis Wiszmann
Mathias “Bud” Francis Wiszmann, 90, of Long Beach, Washington, passed away on July 16, 2025, at Forever Young Home in Groves, Texas.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., with a Rosary at 6:00 p.m., Monday, July 21, 2025, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Services and burial will follow at a later date in...
William Wallace Van Cleave Jr.
Jul 11, 2025
William “Bill” Wallace Van Cleave Jr. passed away peacefully on Friday, July 11, 2025, surrounded by his beloved wife of 58 years, Pauline “Patty” T. Van Cleave, his daughter Kimberly Van Cleave Michaels, and son-in-law, Robert Michaels.
Born in St. Louis, Missouri, to the late William Wallace Van Cleave Sr. and Catherine Streiff Van Cleave, Bill grew up in Webster Groves,...
