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Local Obituaries for Bainbridge Island, WA, Kitsap County and Surrounding Cities

Camilla Manzer Dirks

Camilla Manzer Dirks

Dec 25, 2023

Camilla Manzer Dirks of Bremerton, WA, peacefully passed away on Christmas day of 2023. May her legacy as a doting mother, beloved wife, and dedicated professional live on in the hearts of those who were fortunate to know her.Additional information to be provided by the family shortly.Arrangements entrusted to Cook Family Funeral Home of Bainbridge Island, WA. 

Mary Noel Hanish

Mary Noel Hanish

Dec 25, 2023

The Hanish and Rockstad families mourn the passing of Noel Hanish, who passed away unexpectedly, yet peacefully, on December 25, 2023.

Born Mary Noel Rockstad on December 25, 1948 in Seattle Washington, she was a model of service to others and a loving and supportive mother, grandmother, sister, cousin aunt, and great-aunt to dozens of family members.

Noel moved with her parents...

Venera Carmella Barles

Venera Carmella Barles

Dec 21, 2023

It is with profound gratitude that we celebrate our time with Carmella Venera Madeline Di Bella Barles, a tiny, fierce and impeccably well-dressed woman known to all as our dearest friend Vinny.

On December 21st, 2023, she passed as quickly as she showed up to the plate of life and never stopped giving 110% in between. She lived her life everywhere...

Michael Lee Anson

Michael Lee Anson

Dec 19, 2023

Michael Lee Anson, a longtime resident of Suquamish, WA, passed away at home on December 19, 2023 surrounded by family who cherished him. He was known for his warmth and dedication, was a loving father, husband, and a hardworking individual in the construction industry. He found solace and joy in fixing old motorcycles during his spare time. His love for...

Audrey M. Aarstad

Audrey M. Aarstad

Dec 17, 2023

Audrey M. Aarstad, born in May of 1932 in Washington state, peacefully passed away on December 17, 2023, in the state she called home throughout her entire life. Audrey's journey was one of longevity, love, and a deep connection to her roots. May she rest in peace, surrounded by the love she shared and the beauty of the state she...

Thomas Fowler Stark

Thomas Fowler Stark

Dec 11, 2023

Thomas F. Stark, a husband, father, and brother, living in Poulsbo, Washington, died December 11, 2023. He was 82.

Tom was born July 20, 1941, in Tulsa, Oklahoma to Ernst Fowler and Clara Stark. He graduated from Ferguson High School near St. Louis, Missouri in 1959 and received a degree in ceramic engineering from the University of Missouri School of Mines...

Sharon Jean Miller

Sharon Jean Miller

Dec 10, 2023

Sharon Jean Miller, a longtime resident of Poulsbo, WA, passed away on December 10, 2023. Born in November of 1939 in Seattle, WA, to loving parents Lester and Myrtle, Sharon's life was marked by hard work, entrepreneurship, and the warmth of motherly love. She will be remembered not only for her diligence in business but also for the love and...

Jack Hogan

Jack Hogan

Dec 6, 2023

Jack Hogan, born in North Carolina on a November day in 1929, peacefully passed away on December 6, 2023, at his home on Bainbridge Island surrounded by his loved ones. Jack was a cherished father, a proud Air Force veteran, and a charismatic actor whose talents graced the screens of old Hollywood. As the curtains close on Jack Hogan's earthly...

David Emanuel Cesca

David Emanuel Cesca

Dec 5, 2023

David E. Cesca of Port Ludlow, WA, peacefully passed away at home on December 5, 2023. Born in the land of the stars to two loving parents, David's life was a tapestry woven with dedication, service, and love. His legacy will continue shining on through the lives he touched and the lights he illuminated both professionally and personally.Additional information to...

Mary Ann Walters

Mary Ann Walters

Dec 4, 2023

In loving memory of Mary Ann Walters, born in the heartland of America in the summer of 1928, who peacefully passed away at home on December 4, 2023. Mary Ann was a dedicated homemaker, a beloved mother, and a true aficionado of cowboy romance novels. Swill be fondly remembered for her caring nature, the love she poured into her family,...

Dolores Caroline Greenfield

Dolores Caroline Greenfield

Nov 28, 2023

Dolores C. Greenfield of Indianola, WA, peacefully passed away at her home on November 28, 2023. Dolores was a beloved mother and a true master of culinary arts, dedicating most of her life to sharing her passion and expertise. May she rest in peace, and may her culinary legacy continue to inspire those who had the privilege of learning from...

Charles Lee Field

Charles Lee Field

Nov 27, 2023

Charles “Chuck” Lee Field was born on May 27, 1942, two minutes before his identical twin brother Sidney “Sid” Edwin Field. Chuck liked to say he grew up “on the wrong side of the tracks” because his childhood home was mere feet from the railroad tracks that ran through Riverside, California. His grandfather was Avery E. Field, a well-known 20th...

Lila June Thorson

Lila June Thorson

Nov 22, 2023

Lila June Thorson, a resident of Gig Harbor, WA, passed away on November 22, 2023. Born in the summer of 1925 in the state of Kansas, Lila was a woman of grace and resilience. A loving mother and dedicated individual, she spent many years working tirelessly as a librarian, leaving an indelible mark on the community she served.Additional information to...

Kenneth Jerome Strully Jr

Kenneth Jerome Strully Jr

Nov 20, 2023

Kenneth J. Strully Jr., a beloved resident of Bainbridge Island, WA, passed away on November 20, 2023. Born on February 16, 1951, in New York City, Kenneth was cherished as a caring brother and remembered for his dedicated work in the food service industry. The Bainbridge Island community mourns the loss of a valued member, and his legacy will be...

Barbara Ann Sundquist

Barbara Ann Sundquist

Nov 16, 2023

Barbara Ann Sundquist of Bainbridge Island, Washington passed away peacefully on November 16, 2023. She was born in Norfolk Virginia on June 9, 1962. Barb was an inspiration to all who were lucky to have known her. Her infectious smile and sense of humor would immediately enamor her to just about anyone she would meet.

From very early on and throughout...

Katherine Ann Iverson

Katherine Ann Iverson

Nov 15, 2023

Katherine was born Katherine Ann Dunbar on June 1, 1943 in Lafayette, Indiana. Her parents were John and Loretta Dunbar.

Katherine was born in Indiana, but also spent a fair amount of her formative years with relatives in Pecos, New Mexico and visited aunts in Chicago numerous times. She always said that her love of nature came from her time spent...

Margaret Mary Oreiro

Margaret Mary Oreiro

Nov 15, 2023

On November 15th, 2023 Margaret Mary Oreiro, 70, passed away in Poulsbo, WA. Margaret was born on October 15th, 1953 in Bainbridge Island, WA. Margaret was a Poulsbo resident for over 16 years and will be missed by many friends and family members. 

Arrangements are entrusted to Cook Family Funeral Home of Bainbridge Island, WA

Kent Halvorsen

Kent Halvorsen

Nov 15, 2023

On November 15th, 2023 Kent Halvorsen, 88, passed away in Bainbridge Island, WA. Kent was born on May 8th, 1935 in Ketchikan, AK. Kent was an owner/operator in the tug boating industry. Kent was a Ketchikan resident for over 56 years and will be missed by many friends and family members. 

Arrangements are entrusted to Cook Family Funeral Home of...

Warren John Gill

Warren John Gill

Nov 12, 2023

Warren John Gill , a much loved husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather and great great grandfather, passed away peacefully on November 12th, 2023, with his granddaughter Deborah by his side.

He was the son of Claude Gill and Ella Bornhoft. Warren is survived by his daughter Karen, daughters-in-law Janet (Harry) and Judy, Five grandchildren; Deborah (Brad), Kathy, Steve (Diana), Scott and...

James A Brandt

James A Brandt

Nov 11, 2023

On November 11th, 2023 James A Brandt, 84, passed away in Silverdale, WA. James was born on May 29th, 1939 in Milwaukee, WI. After receiving his doctorate degree, James went on to become a physician in the medical industry. James was a Bainbridge Island resident for over 25 years and will be missed by many friends and family members. 

Arrangements...

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