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Local obituaries for the Seattle, Washington and surrounding areas
Douglas George Carlstedt
May 2, 2024
Douglas George Carlstedt, passed away at home on Thursday, May 2, 2024 surrounded by his family after a 10 year battle with Kidney disease.
Doug was a lifelong resident of West Seattle where he raised his family alongside his wife, Kate of 49 years. He was a graduate of West Seattle High School, Class of 1967 and...
Eric Thom
May 1, 2024
March 14, 1958 - May 1, 2024
Eric Thom was born on March 14, 1958, in Chillicothe, Ohio, to Joseph Thom and Lillian (Rosenstein) Thom. On May 1, 2024, he died at his home, under the loving care of his husband, Michael Curtis, and brother, Sam Thom.
When Eric was a toddler the family relocated...
Jeffrey Benedict
Apr 24, 2024
Jeffrey Earl Benedict was born in Seattle, Washington, on June 27, 1956, to Kenneth and Marjorie Benedict and left the mortal realm on April 24, 2024.
Growing up in the White Center area Jeff attended Shorewood Elementary, Cascade Junior High and Evergreen High (Class of 1974) and many of his classmates remained friends throughout his life. Since...
Georgia Mae Baskett Hutchison
Apr 22, 2024
Even at the age of 92, Georgia Mae Hutchison was a woman who lived life to the fullest. She was well known for her sense of humor and endless talents. Earlier hobbies included gardening, water volleyball, and the daily task of solving the New York Times crossword puzzle.
Born and raised in Seattle, WA, Georgia graduated from...
Elinor Ruth Roush
Apr 15, 2024
Our Beloved Mom, Ellie, Kiya. Born in Boulder, CO with many stops around the country and the world with her Engineer Father, Harold Lathrop. She became a stewardess, married Pilot Ted Wood and settled in the Seattle area to leave a very large footprint on all those who knew her.
In the 1970’s as a single mom...
Kenneth Taylor
Mar 28, 2024
Kenneth Taylor
March 16th 1934 – March 28th 2024
Kenneth passed away early Friday, March 28th 2024 wrapped tightly in the arms of his daughter, Catherine Taylor. He was not afraid for in his eyes he was embarking on another journey. He took every step with a positive outlook.
He worked most of...
James Alan Mcintosh
Mar 20, 2024
Jim had a life filled with great love, big adventures, and a kinetic energy and optimism that he brought to everything he did. A man in motion, the only times he was comfortable sitting down were in the dugout on a baseball field, on a log around a campfire, or behind the wheel of a Dodge pickup.
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Gregory Flack Zettler
Mar 19, 2024
Gregory Flack Zettler, known affectionately as Greg to friends and family, passed away peacefully with his wife (Cheryl), daughter (Laurie), and dear caretaker (Terry) by his side on March 19, 2024, in Seattle, WA. Being soft-hearted and hard-headed were his superpowers, carrying him through challenging times, and he created a wonderful life of 89 years rich with adventure, achievement,...
Deborah Lee Olson
Mar 19, 2024
Deborah Olson, a beacon of joy and optimism, passed away on March 19, 2024, in Seattle, Washington, after a brave battle with cancer. Born on October 13, 1950, in Portola, California, Deborah's life was a testament to her loving spirit and her relentless pursuit of new experiences.
After graduating from Portola High School in 1968, Deborah went...
Ronald Douglas Smith
Feb 29, 2024
RONALD DOUGLAS SMITH
Born December 11, 1964, Ron Smith passed away in Seattle, his life long home, thirteen years after being diagnosed with Stage 4 Non-Hodgkins Lymphoma.
Affectionately known as “Iron Man” or “Smitty”, he was strong and courageous, and perse-vered through three dozen chemotherapy treatments, twelve full body radiations, and a stem cell transplant...
Roger Albert Gregorich
Feb 28, 2024
Roger Albert Gregorich passed away February 28, 2024 at the age of 80 after a long illness.
Roger was born to Elsie & Albert Gregorich on August 21, 1943 in Yakima, WA. The Gregoriches lived on a farm in the Naches area and he loved his time with his brother Geoff, sisters Barbara, Jennifer, and Janie, and...
William John Whetham
Feb 8, 2024
It is with great sadness that we announce William John Whetham (Bill), 84, passed away on February 8, 2024, after complications from a heart attack. Bill was born to George and Inez Whetham in Niagara Falls, New York, on May 15, 1939. After graduating from Niagara Falls High School, he earned advanced degrees in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from...
Patricia C Yerg
Feb 5, 2024
Patricia C Yerg, affectionately known as Pat to her friends and family, passed away peacefully on February 5, 2024, in her hometown of Seattle at the age of 103. Born September 1, 1920 to Mira and John Calhoun in the home she resided in her entire life. Pat lived a life marked by kindness, a gentle spirit, and selfless...
John De Jong
Jan 25, 2024
John de Jong, a cherished husband, father, and vibrant member of the Seattle community, passed away on January 25, 2024, from congestive heart failure in Seattle, Washington, at the age of 87. Born on September 14, 1936, in Apeldoorn, Netherlands, John's life journey brought him across the ocean, where he established deep roots and touched many lives with his...
Ruth Luella (Ball) Pontious
Jan 23, 2024
Ruth Luella (Ball) Pontious, born July 11, 1925 in Scotland, Indiana, died in Seattle, Washington on January 23, 2024—the same date on which her beloved husband Frank Edward Pontious died twenty-five years before her. At the time of her death, Ruth lived at St. Joseph Residence, Providence Mt. St. Vincent in West Seattle.
Her children were often...
Kit Patrick Schulte
Jan 22, 2024
Kit Patrick Schulte passed away on January 22, 2024 in Seattle, Washington. Born on August 13, 1954 in Nebraska, Kit's journey through life was marked by his loving nature, analytical mind, and a special sense of humor that brought joy to all who knew him.
Kit grew up in the heart of Fremont, where his early years...
Frieda (Carol) Mcelhinney
Jan 19, 2024
Frieda affectionately known as Carol, a cherished individual whose vibrant spirit and loving heart left an indelible mark on all who knew her. Born in Emmet, North Dakota, Frieda’s (Carol) journey through life was one of passion, creativity, and dedication. She passed away peacefully on January 19, 2024, in Seattle, Washington, due to natural causes, including complications from emphysema....
David Hemme
Jan 10, 2024
David Hemme passed peacefully at his home in Burien WA to his heavenly home on January 10, 2024 following a debilitating illness. Dave was born on Dec 2, 1942 in Detroit, MI to Albert and Mae Hemme. After Albert returned from service in the Navy during WWII, Dave’s brother Gary was born. Later the family moved to Bakersfield, CA,...

Dolores R Widzgowski
Jan 10, 2024
Dolores R Widzgowski, 84, formerly of Wilmington DE and West Grove PA, passed away on January 10, 2024, in Seattle, Washington. She was born in Philadelphia, the daughter of George W and Regina Blyler. Dolores was the widow of John F. Widzgowski and is survived by her children, John Widzgowski (Jennifer) of Seattle, and Ann Marie Gears (Charles) of...
Louise Lingenbrink
Jan 8, 2024
Louise Lingenbrink passed away peacefully on January 8, 2024, in West Seattle at the age of 94.
Louise attended Queen Anne High and Poulsbo High, attended Lakewood Community College and graduated from the University of Minnesota with a double major in English and Art History.
Louise met the love of her life, Frank, in Seattle...
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