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Obituaries

Local obituaries for the Seattle, Washington and surrounding areas


Kenneth Taylor

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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...

Michael A. Dwyer

Michael A. Dwyer

Jan 6, 2024

Michael A. (Mickey) Dwyer

Mick was born in Seattle, Washington on August 22, 1945 and passed away peacefully January 6, 2024 surrounded by friends. He was two sport star in both football and baseball at Chief Sealth High School in West Seattle and continued his football career at both Columbia Basin College and Olympic College.

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Johnny Lomonaco

Johnny Lomonaco

2024

We are gathered here today to honor the life of Johnny LoMonaco, a cherished individual whose story began in Houston, Texas, on July 19, 1947, and came to a close in Seattle, Washington, on May 24, 2024. Johnny, known for his captivating storytelling, has left an indelible mark on the hearts of all who knew him in Cheyenne Wyoming...

Janet A. Stockey

Janet A. Stockey

2024

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Janet Aileen Stockey, beloved mother, wife, sister and friend, and enrolled member of the Otoe-Missouria tribe.  She passed away peacefully on December 28, 2024.

Janet (Jan) was born on September 25, 1947, to Cecile and Boyd Williams in Downey, California.  Her sister, Yvonne, was born 19...

Veronica Mratinich

Veronica Mratinich

2024

Born in San Pedro, Calif. and raised in Bellingham, Wash., Veronica Mratinich Benvenga — Ronnie to friends — was known to sing in Croatian, even as a little girl. She grew up hearing stories of Vis, the tiny Dalmatian island where her father had been raised in the former Yugoslavia, a place of both immeasurable beauty and little opportunity,...

David Benton

David Benton

2024

David Benton, a long-time resident of West Seattle, passed away at his home on December 5th, 2024. Dave was born in February 1948 and was one the eldest children in his family. His parents were committed missionaries, and in his youth, he traveled as far as Afghanistan with his family. As a young man, he was drafted and served...

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