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Local obituaries for the Seattle, Washington and surrounding areas


Angela Lei Anne Spears

Angela Lei Anne Spears

2024

It is with profound sadness that the family of Angela Lei Anne Spears of Burien, Washington, announces her death on Friday, November 8, 2024. She was 40 years old.

Angie was born in Boise, Idaho, in December of 1983, to Scott and Laure (Reed) Spears. Throughout her youth, Angie enjoyed participating in sports, including tennis and skiing,...

Richard Bruce Mclaughlin

Richard Bruce Mclaughlin

2024

Richard Bruce McLaughlin, known as Bruce, passed away on October 10, 2024, at the age of 83. Born on November 19, 1940, in Seattle, Washington, Bruce was a lifelong resident of Seattle, where he died peacefully. As a child and young man, Bruce spent many Summers and weekends at the family home on Manzanita Beach, Vashon. Bruce attended The...

Pamela Anne Fiorini

Pamela Anne Fiorini

2024

Pam was born in Shreveport, Louisiana. Her father Ishmael Prince, passed away when Pam was three. She and her mother, Anne Prince, lived in Phoenix, Arizona before coming to Seattle when Pam was in 3rd grade. Pam attended St. Anne's, Holy Names Academy and Seattle University, where she graduated in three years, Magna Cum Laude, in Political Science. She...

Joyce Faye Young

Joyce Faye Young

2024

Joyce Faye Young died peacefully at her home in West Seattle on October 16, 2024, after a lengthy battle with Alzheimer’s disease.

She was born on July 23, 1942, in Fremont, MO, the youngest of 4 daughters of Clyde and Wilba Jones. Joyce and her family moved to western Washington in 1946 and lived there for the...

Scott Clifford Stoefen

Scott Clifford Stoefen

2024

Scott Clifford Stoefen, beloved by all who knew him, passed away peacefully on August 27, 2024, in West Seattle, Washington. Born on November 26, 1957, in North Seattle, He was a graduate of The Overlake School, attended the University of Washington and was a member of Sigma Chi Fraternity, UWSigmachi!  He cherished his lifelong relationships with his brothers, often...

David William Kappel

David William Kappel

2024

David William Kappel died on October 4 at the age of 65. He was much too young to die. He had suffered a massive stroke about a week before, and was also dealing with muscular dystrophy and complications of diabetes.

Before being hospitalized, Dave had lived in West Seattle for more than 30 years and especially loved...

Richard Bradley Cook

Richard Bradley Cook

2024

Born July 1956.  Passed away suddenly September 25, 2024.

Rick was a well-known West Seattle resident who owned the  barber shop on California Avenue SW, and he was a beloved fixture who touched almost everyone’s life.  For 46 years family generations and friends enjoyed stopping in his barber shop to swap stories and/or get a hair cut. ...

Anne Gertrude Marti

Anne Gertrude Marti

2024

Anne Gertrude Marti, age 82, a lifelong resident of Seattle and Warm Beach, died on September 5, 2024. A fourth generation Washingtonian, Anne was born in Seattle on August 29, 1942 and raised in the Hillman City neighborhood. She was the cherished daughter of Alfred P. Marti, Sr. and Anne (Harn) Marti, and sister to Alfred P. Marti, Jr....

Gladyne Rose Douglas

Gladyne Rose Douglas

2024

Gladyne Rose Douglas passed away peacefully in West Seattle on August 16, 2024 at the age of 90. It was exactly eight months after the passing of her loving husband Richard “Dick” of 70 years.

Gladyne is survived by her five children: Debbie Valentine, Steve Douglas (Terry), Deanne “Coco” Douglas, Susie Szatkowski (John), David Douglas (Laura); eleven...

Allen E. Blanco

Allen E. Blanco

2024

Allen E. Blanco, a beacon of dedication and joy, left this world on a high note, just as he lived his life. Born on October 30, 1960, in the vibrant city of Seattle, WA, It’s with Great sadness Allen was called by our Heavenly Father Above so soon at such a young age but like Allen said if it...

Jerry Wilcox Creeden

Jerry Wilcox Creeden

2024

Jerry Wilcox Creeden , 63, of West Seattle, Washington , passed away peacefully from complications of meningioma in Seattle on August 21, 2024.

Jerry was born November 27, 1960 at Homestead Air Force Base in Homestead, Florida.  He was raised on Lake Morton in Kent, Washington and eventually moved to West Seattle to raise his two daughters...

Marilyn Theresa Sackett

Marilyn Theresa Sackett

2024

Marilyn Theresa Sackett, lovingly known as Terry, was born on July 31, 1946 in Glendale California, and passed away on August 11, 2024. Moved to West Seattle at 5 with her family. Terry grew up on Marshall Avenue, attending Holy Rosary Elementary graduating in 1960, and Holy Names Academy graduating in 1964 before earning her Bachelor of Arts in...

Hugh Marcus House

Hugh Marcus House

2024

Hugh Marcus House, known affectionately as Marc to his friends and family, passed away peacefully on July 28, 2024, in Seattle, Washington, after a courageous battle with cancer. Born on January 1, 1968, in Little Rock, Arkansas, Marc's vibrant spirit and warm smile brought joy to all who knew him.

Marc's childhood was marked by his curiosity...

Sylvia Helen Schulz

Sylvia Helen Schulz

2024

Sylvia Helen Schulz

Sylvia peacefully passed to be with her Lord on Friday, August 9, 2024.  She is survived by her beloved children, Theresa Schulz Norris (George), Jeffrey Eric Schulz (Ellen), and her grandchildren, Eric, Emerson, Randall, and Jakob Schulz.

For her full life story and date of her Celebration of Life, visit www.EmmickFunerals.com

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Henry Patrick “Pat” Duvall

Henry Patrick “Pat” Duvall

2024

Henry Patrick “Pat” Duvall, left us on July 25, 2024, after a life well-lived and full of love. Born on August 25, 1940 and raised in Ste. Genevieve, MO, Pat's journey of 83 years took him from the heartland of America to the scenic coast of Seattle, WA, where he peacefully passed away in his home, with his beloved...

Edwin W. "Skip" Luke

Edwin W. "Skip" Luke

2024

Edwin W. "Skip" Luke, 79, passed away on July 15, 2024, in Seattle, Washington. Born on April 23, 1945, in Urbana, Illinois, he was a man of many talents and passions.

Skip’s career was as diverse as his interests, encompassing roles such as a Marine Engineer at Wanderbird Cruises, Deck Hand and Acting Mate at Spirit Cruises...

Patricia Yurrita

Patricia Yurrita

2024

Patricia Yurrita, passionate fighter for justice, and loving mom and abuela, passed away June 1, 2024 in Seattle, Washington.

Patricia was a revolutionary in every sense of the word. She was born October 6,1955 in Guatemala to Francisco and Madaline Yurrita. In her formative years she bravely rallied against the military dictatorship in her home country, risking...

Kenneth Raymond Olson

Kenneth Raymond Olson

2024

Kenneth Raymond Olson, known affectionately as Ken or Kenny to his friends and family, passed away peacefully of natural causes on June 4, 2024, in his native Seattle, Washington. Born on August 22, 1931, at Ballard Hospital, Ken's journey through life was marked by his enduring charm, wit, and creative spirit. Ken was a proud alumnus of West Seattle...

Sharon Sue (Roughton, Parker)  Mclennan

Sharon Sue (Roughton, Parker) Mclennan

2024

Sharon Sue (Roughton, Parker) McLennan, 86, after living a life of immense love, gained her angel wings to Heaven on May 19, 2024, with her daughter, Sue, by her side in the comfort of their home, in Burien, WA.

Sharon (mom) was born in Burlington, WA, September 26, 1937. Mom lived 78 years in Sedro Woolley, Washington....

Angela (Angie) Rose Johnson

Angela (Angie) Rose Johnson

2024

Angela (Angie) Rose Johnson, of Annapolis, Maryland and Seattle, Washington passed away peacefully on April 22, 2024. She was born in Baltimore, Maryland on August 23, 1944 to John and Connie Dovi.

She had a full and wonderful life, working a beauty shop in Baltimore, marrying her sweetheart, Jim, raising two lively boys, travelling the eastern seaboard ...

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