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

David Jackson Warren, Jr

David Jackson Warren, Jr

Feb 18, 2024

David J. Warren, a devoted husband, cherished father, and esteemed chemical engineer, passed away peacefully on February 18, 2024, at the age of 87. Born on May 23, 1936, in St. Louis, Missouri, David's journey led him to Bainbridge Island, WA, where he left an indelible mark on the community. Throughout his life, David exemplified dedication and passion in his...

Bruce Leighton Stevens

Bruce Leighton Stevens

Feb 17, 2024

Bruce L. Stevens of Bainbridge Island, WA, passed away on February 17, 2024, surrounded by his loving family and friends after a brief illness. Bruce was born June 20, 1953 in Milton, MA to Pauline (Forbes) and Robert K. Stevens of Quincy, MA, and grew up in Lenox, MA, where he attended Lenox public schools and graduated from Lenox Memorial...

James Stephen Deupree

James Stephen Deupree

Feb 17, 2024

James Stephen Deupree (Steve) passed away peacefully on February 17, 2024 surrounded by his immediate family.

Steve, born and raised in Cincinnati, Ohio, lived a life full of adventure and an unlimited sense of possibilities. The world was his realm of exploration.

After graduating from Cincinnati Country Day School, he attended and graduated from Princeton University. There he earned a BA in...

Betty Jean Olsen

Betty Jean Olsen

Feb 15, 2024

Betty Jean Olsen, age 80 passed away peacefully on February 15, 2024 in Bremerton, WA. She was born on October 27, 1937 in Tacoma, WA. She married Howard N. Olsen on February 27, 1954. Betty worked as a cook at Crescent School. She loved her daily interactions with the students. Betty graduated from Peninsula College with an AA Degree in...

Johnna Mcdonald Kleisner

Johnna Mcdonald Kleisner

Feb 9, 2024

We mourn the passing of Johnna M. Kleisner, a cherished member of the Bainbridge Island community, who peacefully departed this world on February 9, 2024, at her home, enveloped in the love of her dear ones. A devoted wife and mother, Johnna's life was a testament to love, compassion, and generosity. Throughout her years, Johnna dedicated herself to the betterment...

Richard August Ferronato

Richard August Ferronato

Feb 8, 2024

Richard Ferronato, 89, died peacefully at St Michael’s hospital on Feb 8 th , 2024. Loving, humble, loyal, and proud, he was the kindest man you’d ever know and always willing to help a friend. 

Born in San Francisco, California, he had a full and happy life. He provided well for his family: played professional baseball, worked in the grocery,...

Constance Marie Albrecht

Constance Marie Albrecht

Feb 5, 2024

Constance M. Albrecht, a resident of Seattle, WA, passed away on February 5, 2024.  Throughout her life, Constance was dedicated to the noble profession of teaching, shaping the minds and hearts of countless students. Her passion for education was evident in her commitment to her students' success and her unwavering belief in the power of knowledge. Beyond her career, Constance...

Donald W Wylie

Donald W Wylie

Jan 29, 2024

Donald W. Wylie, of Poulsbo, WA, passed away on January 29, 2024. Donald was a devoted husband to his late wife and a loving father to his children. Donald's passing leaves a impact in the hearts of his family and all who knew him, but his memory will continue to live on in the lives he touched. May he rest...

Adriano Thor Madayag

Adriano Thor Madayag

Jan 28, 2024

Adriano T. Madayag, a beloved resident of Bremerton, WA, peacefully passed away on January 28, 2024. He was a devoted husband, cherished father, and esteemed navy veteran. Adriano's life was marked by his dedication to his family and his service to his country. After proudly serving in the Navy, he embarked on a career as an office manager, where he...

Jim Dale Barker

Jim Dale Barker

Jan 26, 2024

We mourn the loss of Jim D. Barker, a cherished member of the Bainbridge Island community, who passed away peacefully at his home on January 26, 2024. Jim will be remembered fondly as a devoted father and a talented artist. Jim dedicated his life to his passion for art, particularly in the realms of ceramics and bronze. His creations were...

Don Green

Don Green

Jan 25, 2024

Don A. Green was welcomed into heaven on January 25, 2024. A devoted husband to Sue for 72 years, a father to 5 children, a friend to many, a lifelong outdoor enthusiast, and a dedicated Christian, Don left an indelible mark on those who had the privilege of knowing him.

Born on the family farm in Kent, Washington on May 2,...

Lucy Christopher Johnson

Lucy Christopher Johnson

Jan 25, 2024

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Lucy C. Johnson, a beloved longtime resident of Bainbridge Island, who peacefully departed from this world on January 25, 2024. Lucy was a cherished member of the community, known for her warmth, kindness, and unwavering friendship. Although Lucy's passing leaves a void in the hearts of those who knew...

Martin Charles Burkland

Martin Charles Burkland

Jan 24, 2024

The world has lost a wonderful person.

Martin Burkland's joy and kindness were an inspiration to those who were lucky enough to have known him.

"Marty," as he was called by friends and family, passed away on January 24 at Harborview Medical Center with his sons by his side— one last moment together as the crew he fondly referred to as the...

Wayne J Daley

Wayne J Daley

Jan 23, 2024

The last of four brothers, Wayne J. Daley, 87, of Bainbridge Island, Washington, passed away on January 23, 2024. He was born November 6, 1936, in Choteau, Montana, to Emma Frances Forbes and Halvor Marcus Daley.

Wayne is survived by his wife of 37 years, Marcia Andre Daley; his children, Emma Frances Sturms (Matt), and Kristen Daley Mosier (Christopher); and Marcia’s...

John Mark Leese

John Mark Leese

Jan 22, 2024

“I must go down to the sea again, to the lonely sea and the sky,

And all I ask is a tall ship and a star to steer her by”

Sea-Fever by John Masefield

John Mark Eddleston Leese, a loving husband, devoted father, proud grandfather and great friend, passed away at St. Michael’s Hospital in Silverdale, Washington on Monday January 22nd, 2024. He ...

Samuel J Nichols

Samuel J Nichols

Jan 22, 2024

Sam J. Nichols, M.D., a loving, supportive, generous husband, father, grandfather, and loyal friend, passed peacefully at his Bainbridge Island home. He was 81.

Larger than life, he was a man who commanded respect by his presence alone. But he will be remembered by those who loved him for his humility and kindness.

Born in St. Louis to Willard Nichols and Ruth...

Susan Marie Anderson

Susan Marie Anderson

Jan 20, 2024

Susan Marie Anderson died peacefully in her home on Bainbridge Island, Jan 20, 2024, after a long battle with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). She was 62 years old. Susan loved life and cherished her large extended family and many wonderful friends.

During her extraordinarily full and vibrant time on Earth Susan became an outstanding surfer, played first chair trumpet in...

Linda Arkin Glickman

Linda Arkin Glickman

Jan 20, 2024

Linda Arkin Glickman passed away on 1/20/2024.

Born 1941 in Los Angeles, CA to Sidney (2002) and Bertha (1989) Arkin. Linda was the last of her generation having lost her brother Richard Arkin (2014) and sister Joan Kelley (2006). Her husband Dr. Stuart Glickman also recently passed (April 2023). Linda is survived by her nephew Jim (Judy) Kaplan of Bradenton, FL...

Harold E Moore, Jr.

Harold E Moore, Jr.

Jan 17, 2024

Harold E. Moore Jr., a cherished member of the Bainbridge Island community, departed from this life on January 17, 2024, at his home here on Bainbridge Island, WA. Throughout his life, Hal exemplified the virtues of service, dedication, and creativity. As a veteran of the US Navy, he served his country with honor and distinction, embodying the values of courage...

Robert Duane Merrill

Robert Duane Merrill

Jan 16, 2024

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Robert D. Merrill Sr., of Sheridan, Indiana, who departed from this world on January 16, 2024, while visiting family in Bainbridge Island, Washington. Robert was a devoted husband, a doting father, and a cherished member of his community. Throughout his life, Robert exemplified the values of love, dedication, and kindness. As a...

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