Obituaries

Feb 1, 2025

Harold Pratt, 69, of Suquamish, WA, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, February 1st, 2025 in Silverdale, WA. Harold was born on May 10th, 1956 in Bremerton, WA, and was the youngest son of Mildred (Adams) Pratt. Harold graduated from North Kitsap High School in 1975.

 He married Debra Pratt and together they gifted the world with one daughter Brianna (James) Johnston,...

Jan 26, 2025

Michael Gardner Lampert, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away on January 26, 2025, at the age of 83.

Mike was born on August 13, 1941, in Spokane, Washington, to Ray and Lorene Lampert, joining his older sister, Diane. He graduated from North Central High School in Spokane and went on to earn a degree from Eastern Washington University....

Jan 24, 2025

Phyllis Katz (nee Friedman), loving mother, grandmother, sister, and wife, passed away on January 24, 2025. She was a dedicated science educator, avid reader, collector of textiles, world traveler, educator, planner, and starter of conversations with everyone she met. Phyllis was born in the Bronx, New York in 1946 and grew up in Queens. After marrying Victor in 1969, they...

Jan 24, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the unexpected passing of Stephen Wilson on January 24, at the age of 73.

 Stephen was born in Belfast, Northern Ireland on January 24, 1952. He received his Bachelor of Science degree at Queen’s University, Belfast, and a Master of Science degree in Petroleum Geology from Imperial College, London. He worked in the...

Jan 18, 2025

Worth Smith died peacefully at home with family present on Bainbridge Island, WA just shy of his 100th birthday. 

Worth, known as “Bud” to his parents, was born in Tacoma, WA. Bud grew up in Portland, OR, and Missoula and Billings, MT before attending The Hotchkiss School for his high school years in Lakeville, CT, where he graduated in 1943.

Following his...

Jan 18, 2025

Stan Van Eps, 71, of Bainbridge Island, WA, passed away on January 18, after a long battle with cancer. He was born on February 1, 1953, in Cedar Rapids, Iowa.

He is survived by his wife of over 51 years, Sandra (Wayenberg), his son Stace Van Eps, his daughter, Sarah Cox and his son-in-law Ron Cox.

Stan graduated from Soap Lake High...

Jan 17, 2025

Melisa Holmes, 52, of Poulsbo, Washington, passed away on January 17, 2025, after a long and courageous battle with cancer. 

Melisa Teischy Toy was born on November 13, 1972, in Hollywood, California. She was the first child of Steve and Vickie Toy and was truly the apple of their eyes. As the first grandchild and niece on both sides of the...

Jan 13, 2025

John Thomas (Tom) Sachs died peacefully on January 13, 2025, at his residence on Bainbridge Island, Washington, after a long battle with Parkinson’s disease. He was a beloved husband, father, and grandfather. 

Born on February 12, 1935, in Fullerton, California, Tom was the only child of Carl Raymond (Ray) and Theresa Sachs. Tom was fascinated with airplanes as a child, and...

Jan 8, 2025

Kathleen Valdis Lacey, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on Bainbridge Island. 

Born to Ted and Valdis Abbott on Bainbridge Island, Kathleen spent her early years in the Pacific Northwest, where she worked as a child at her family’s produce stand in Pike Place Market. She later attended the University of Washington before moving to Washington, D.C., where...

Jan 4, 2025

Born June 30, 1944, in Sacramento to Edmund Garcia and Jean Overman, Michael then accompanied his mom and her new husband, Pete Whiton, to Wilton, CT. Michael’s early loves were horses and motorcycles and a passion for music, which sustained him throughout his life. He had a talent for music himself and could pick up any instrument. As a young...

Jan 1, 2025

Kenneth Carson Beach, a beloved husband, father, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on January 1, 2025, at his home on Bainbridge Island, Washington. He was born on October 31, 1932, on Bainbridge Island, where he spent his life making a profound impact on everyone around him.

Kenneth's path in life was marked by service and dedication. He began his career...

Dec 31, 2024

Dec 27, 2024

In loving memory of Stephanie Marie Alexander, a cherished sister, friend, and daughter. Stephanie was born May 25, 1976, and passed away at a hospital in Seattle, WA. She was a proud member of the Suquamish tribe and, spent much of her time within the community, sharing joy and love with all who surrounded her. 

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Dec 22, 2024

Dorothy Elsie Gilpin was born in Los Angeles, California. She passed away on Bainbridge Island, WA.

Her parents were immigrants from Germany. They lived in the neighborhoods close to downtown. Her mother, Lina sewed bathing suits for the brand Catalina. Her father did all sorts of work during the Depression until he finally landed a job at McDonnell Douglas in Santa...

Dec 21, 2024

Richard Russell Fulton was born on August 3rd, 1952. He was born in Bremerton, Washington to Russell Fulton Jr. and Alice Vivian Fulton (George). He passed away on December 21st, 2024, at the age of 72 years old. Richard grew up in the Pacific Northwest in Washington state. He graduated from Chemawa High School in 1971. He grew up and...

Dec 17, 2024

Henry (Hank) Smyth Todd died peacefully at home in Lynnwood, WA on December 17, 2024, after a year-long battle with brain cancer. Hank was surrounded by his family and close friends during his final days.

Born May 28, 1941, in Pasadena, CA to Henry Smyth Todd, Sr. and Ethel Mae Todd (Gavel), Hank graduated from Arcadia High School in 1959 and...

Dec 17, 2024

Stewart Grinnell Washington was born on July 23, 1957, in Berkeley, California, to Stewart and Estelle Washington. From an early age, Stewart’s love of learning and natural curiosity set him apart, leading him to explore diverse interests that would shape his life.

Stewart’s spiritual journey began as an altar boy at St. Peter’s Parish in Rockridge, Oakland, California, where he developed...

Dec 16, 2024

Joe passed away on December 16, 2024, at the age of 60. He was born in Riverside County, California to Michael James and Mary Elizabeth (Marybeth) Quinn. He had two sisters, Lisa and Pamela, and one brother, Michael. His father remarried in 1980 to Maureen (Hassell) and Joe enjoyed three additional brothers, Morgan, Mason, and Mitchell.

Joe grew up in the...

Dec 14, 2024

Patricia Gold, 77, (née Boynton), Bainbridge Island, WA, and Kailua-Kona, HI passed away peacefully in her sleep on December 14, 2024, at Hospice House, Tacoma, WA after a long illness. Her husband of 47 years, Stephen M. Gold, was with her when she died.She leaves behind her twin sister, Pam Sorrow (Jerry) Oconomowoc, WI, and sisters Judy Reynolds (Harold) Stuart,...

Dec 13, 2024

Charles Callaham Jr., a hardworking and devoted family man, passed away peacefully at his residence on December 13, 2024, at the age of 91. Born on July 24, 1933, in Olympia, Washington, Charles lived a life marked by dedication to his profession and unwavering commitment to his loved ones. He embarked on a successful career in the electrical industry after...