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Margaret "Peggy" Parnell Keenan (Lougheed)
Jan 28, 2023
Margaret “Peggy” Parnell Keenan (Lougheed) passed away peacefully in her sleep Jan. 28, 2023. She was 89. From a young age Peg had an adventurous spirit that permeated throughout her life. That, coupled with her career as a social worker, gave her a unique perspective on a purposeful life. She was caring and compassionate, fun-loving and joyful, but most of...
Terry C. O'Neill
Jan 26, 2023
On January 26th 2023 Terry passed from the arms of his beloved wife Wendy for over 64 years into the eternal arms of Jesus. He was surrounded by his loving family in his final days of life here on earth. He valiantly fought a long battle of recurring pneumonia which rewarded him extended months, if not years, with us all....
Robert David Elkin
Jan 25, 2023
Robert David Elkin was born on March 14 1938, in Indiana County, Pennsylvania to Robert and Nelle Elkin and passed away peacefully on January 25th, 2023 in Gig Harbor Washington. He attended El Cajon Valley High School in El Cajon, CA and attended Everett Community College in Washington State. Dave served in the United States Navy from 1955 to 1980,...
Lila June Boyd
Jan 23, 2023
Lila June Boyd (Gross) (75) passed away peacefully in the arms of her family on Monday January 23rd, 2023 after an extended illness. She was born in Ontario, OR and raised in Fruitland, ID. Lila married the love of her life, Bruce Boyd of Payette, ID on September 23, 1967. This was a love match that was instant - the...
Neil Lively
Jan 20, 2023
Neil Lively was born in San Diego, California on November 22, 1962. He spent his childhood in many places including Virginia, Hawaii and Washington. Neil graduated from South Kitsap High School in Port Orchard, Washington. Neil spent his years as a commercial fisherman and lived by what he preached: “Shut up and WORK!” Neil was Father of the Month when...
Donald Albert Ballard
Jan 16, 2023
Donald Albert Ballard, 67, passed away on January 16, 2023 at St Anthony’s hospital in Gig Harbor from ALS complications. His wife, daughter, and son were by his side when he passed peacefully. Don was born on January 9, 1956 in Bellingham, WA. The son of Herbert and Beatrice Ballard, Don graduated from Bellingham High School, class of 1974. He...
Jerrold Dwight Lambert
Jan 13, 2023
Jerrold Lambert (Jerry) was born on October 4th, 1938 in Polson, Montana. He grew up, moving back and forth as opportunities arose between Montana and Washington, eventually settling in Puyallup where he graduated from Puyallup High School in 1957. He is the eldest of 6 children, with two brothers, Jay and Fred, and 3 sisters, Karen, Peggy and Colleen. If...
Francisco "Paco" Vazquez
Jan 11, 2023
Francisco “Paco” Vázquez, 86, of Port Orchard, Washington, passed away peacefully on January 11th, 2023. Both of his daughters were by his side Francisco, born on July 10,1936, was the oldest of four sons born to parents Francisco Vázquez Pueyo and Josefina Vázquez Garcia in Las Piedras, Puerto Rico. Early in life Francisco demonstrated great intelligence and leadership qualities. At...
Denise Anne Raught
Jan 9, 2023
Denise Anne Moser Raught Longbranch, WA April 27th, 1952 to January 9th, 2022 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Mother Denise Anne Raught (m) Moser, (born April 27th, 1952) of Longbranch, WA. Denise is survived by her two children. Dawn Baker (h) Philip, William Pickett, Grandchildren Mark (w) Karina, Casey (w) Paige, Alyssa,...
Betty Sharron Rutledge
Jan 8, 2023
Betty was born in Manchester, Washington to Josephine R Fowler (Regnier) and Bill W Wilson. Betty attended Olalla Elementary, Marcus Whitman Junior High, and Bend Oregon High School, leaving high school early to marry Wayne. As an adult, Betty received her GED. Betty was a stay-at-home mom to her three children David, Melinda and Andrea. She loved woodworking, sewing, family...
Amelia "June" Vanderstaay
Dec 30, 2022
June VanderStaay (87) passed peacefully at her home in Port Orchard, surrounded by her children, on December 30th. Beloved by family and friends, June was a devoted mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and lifelong gardener. She took great joy in her family and in the natural beauty of flowers, forests and Puget Sound. Born to Otto and Ila Bemp, June grew up...
Paul Edward Perkins
Dec 28, 2022
Paul Edward Perkins, died unexpectedly on December 28th,2022 at Life Care Center, in Port Orchard. He was only 79 years old. The family is deeply saddened and shocked by his sudden death. Paul was born on August 4, 1944. Paul is survived and missed by his children, Roger Perkins, Paul Perkins Jr, Patricia Perkins, Elizabeth Perkins, and Leon Perkins. Paul...
Margaret Mary Bard
Dec 24, 2022
Margaret Mary Bard, 98 years of age, passed away peacefully in her sleep on Saturday, December 24th, 2022. Margaret was born January 29th, 1924 and lived in Port Orchard Washington all of her life, including attending South Kitsap High School. She married the late Alva “Al” Bard in 1941 where the couple enjoyed 53 years of marriage. From this marriage...
Donald Bruce Mcdonald
Dec 22, 2022
On December 22, 2022 Donald Bruce McDonald passed away at St. Anthony's Hospital in Gig Harbor from complications of kidney failure and pneumonia. Don was born in Hono-lulu, HI on December 7, 1939 to John and Leta McDonald. As the son of a U.S. Navy sailor, he spent his childhood in many locations finally settling down in Southern California. He...
Jack D. Woodard
Dec 21, 2022
Jack D. Woodard, 58, of Port Orchard, WA, passed away on December 21, 2022. Born on July 17, 1964 in Lincoln, IL to Jack Woodard Sr. and Anna (Pozsgai) Bunner, Jack began his tradition of fostering lifelong friendships early in his childhood. He and his sister, Tammy Aulgur, enjoyed an upbringing close to their extended family that included trips overseas...
Robert Howard Arnold
Dec 21, 2022
Robert passed away peacefully after a brief illness surrounded by his family. He was 71. Robert was born and raised in Port Orchard, Washington. He loved the great outdoors; fishing and scuba diving in the waters of the Puget Sound. Robert entered the USMC for a 4-year obligation receiving an Honorable Discharge. He then attended both Clover Park College and...
Deborah Lynn Minard
Dec 20, 2022
Deborah Lynn Bilden was born on March 4 1963 in Bremerton WA to Jerry and Vicki Bilden. She passed away in her home in December 20, 2022. Debbie graduated from West High in 1980. She had three children Talicia, KC and Eric. Being a young mom of 3 children presented many challenges but she was determined to set an example...
Ayvon P Card
Dec 19, 2022
Ayvon P. Card passed away on December 19, at home. She passed peacefully, suddenly and unexpectedly from an undiagnosed health issue. Ayvon was born to William S. Hendricks and Ana (McAlonan) Hendricks on September 11, 1937 in St. Paul Minnesota. She was one of 6. She was preceded in death by her parents and three siblings, Allen, Geraldine and Steve...
Phyllis Joann Lancaster
Dec 16, 2022
Phyllis (JoAnn) was born Sept. 1, 1931 to Newell and Nora Lee Janes near Mt. View, Oklahoma. She was a farm girl and attended schools in Washita and Kiowa counties. On January 22, 1950 she married Kenneth (Bill) Lancaster. In June 1951 Bill & JoAnn moved to Port Orchard, WA. JoAnn opened Long Lake Ceramics in the 1970’s and enjoyed...
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