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Aaron Michael Powell

Aaron Michael Powell

Nov 11, 2024

The love of my life, Aaron Michael Powell, gained his wings on November 11, 2024 from a pulmonary embolism. He was born in Honolulu, Hawaii on June 22, 1980. He is survived by his mother Laurel and stepfather Matt Kinney; father Anthony (Andy) Powell; brother Matthew; sister Brelyn, and wife Kirstin, along with many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews...

Eduardo Gaudier Jimenez Jr

Eduardo Gaudier Jimenez Jr

Nov 10, 2024

Eduardo Gaudier Jimenez Jr. Born October 23, 1961 Gained His Wings November 10, 2024 Eddie was preceded in death by his son Jordon, and father Eduardo Sr. He leaves behind wife Judi, sons Adrion and Jarid, daughter Seliah, son-in-law Kenny, daughter-in-law Christine, and 4 grandchildren; Jordon, Selena, Shelby, and Orion, as well as his beloved siblings; Emily and Howard, Helen...

Thomas Rene Morin

Thomas Rene Morin

Nov 7, 2024

Thomas “Tommy2stixx” Rene Morin of Port Orchard passed away November 7, 2024 after a courageous battle with CHF. Tom was born on October 9, 1956 to Roland and Theresa Morin in Sanford, Maine. After graduating from Sanford High School he went on to serve 20 years in the United States Navy. After retiring he went on to work 18 years...

Kenneth Harold Hartung

Kenneth Harold Hartung

Nov 7, 2024

Kenneth Harold Hartung December 16, 1944 – November 7, 2024 It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Kenneth Harold Hartung, who left us peacefully on November 7, 2024, at the age of 79. Born on December 16, 1944, in Chicago, Illinois, Ken was the son of Edward Joseph Hartung and Virginia Belle (Overton) Hartung. Ken joined...

Susan Jean Bakker

Susan Jean Bakker

Nov 6, 2024

Susan Jean Bakker, born on February 20, 1950, in Bremerton, Washington, passed away peacefully on November 6, 2024, in Washington, Susan was a beloved preschool teacher and a dedicated bird breeder, known for her beautiful soul, sense of humor, and the biggest heart that touched everyone she met. She cherished spending time with her family, especially her husband, Shawn Bakker,...

Thomas Steven Wright

Thomas Steven Wright

Oct 27, 2024

Thomas Steven Wright was born in Bremerton, WA on June 19th, 1992, the firstborn son to Steven and Katherine Wright. He was raised in Olalla with his three siblings. He attended St. Nicholas Catholic School, King’s West (Crosspoint Academy) and St. Martin’s University, where he received a bachelor’s degree in biology and minor in chemistry. He had nearly completed his...

Coy Blaine Eshom

Coy Blaine Eshom

Oct 22, 2024

A loving husband, father and grandpa, Coy will be remembered for his wanderlust, leadership, willingness to teach, and the great stories from his life. Born July 28, 1938, in Billings, Montana, to Nelson Blaine Eshom and Ina Mae (Pewitt Potter) Eshom, Coy lived his early life in Laurel, Montana. The family later moved to Sequim and settled in Kingston. He...

Jerry Lee Trogdon

Jerry Lee Trogdon

Oct 20, 2024

Jerry Lee Trogdon, 94, of Port Orchard, Washington, passed away on October 20, 2024, at home. Jerry was born on September 14, 1930, in Pittsburg, Kansas to Edgar Ray and Florence (Hollingsworth) Trogdon. Due to the dust bowl and hard economic times the family sold their farm and moved to Kitsap County. Jerry graduated from South Kitsap High School in...

Humphrey Haines Gehring

Humphrey Haines Gehring

Oct 15, 2024

Humphrey was born in Kalispell, Flathead County, Montana February 21, 1941, to Humphrey Haines Smith and Cordelia Henneman Smith. The family moved to Port Orchard, Washington in 1943. Humphrey was a member of the South Kitsap Class of 1960. Humphrey and Judy Mae Petty were married in 1965. Together, they had two daughters, Jeannine and Deena. He is survived by...

Robert Duane Buckholtz

Robert Duane Buckholtz

Oct 14, 2024

Robert Duane Buckholtz was born on March 18, 1939 in Radisson, Wisconsin to James and Phyllis Buckholtz. He lived in Winter, WI where he attended school. Robert left his studies in the 8th grade to help his dad in the woods. He served in the US Army and retired after a long and accomplished career. Following his service, he worked...

Jesse Steven Allaway

Jesse Steven Allaway

Oct 12, 2024

Jesse Steven Allaway, aged 41, passed away on October 12, 2024, in Belfair, WA. Born on March 3, 1983, in Tacoma, WA, Jesse was a devoted son, husband, father, and friend whose family was the center of his life. Jesse served honorably in the Army from 2003 to 2006, a period during which he developed a foundation of discipline and...

Shannon Marie (Christman) Tierney

Shannon Marie (Christman) Tierney

Oct 12, 2024

Shannon Marie (Christman) Tierney Shannon Marie (Christman) Tierney of Port Townsend, Washington passed on Saturday, October 12, 2024 from complications of dementia. She passed comfortably and peacefully in her sleep at her son’s home in Port Orchard under his loving care, exactly as she wanted. She was born October 4, 1950, in Seattle, Washington to Doris Mae (Tierney) Wilkinson and...

Mary Catherine Louise Esteron

Mary Catherine Louise Esteron

Oct 10, 2024

We are heartbroken to share that our beloved Mary Catherine Louise Esteron passed away peacefully on October 10, 2024, surrounded by her devoted family: her husband, children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and the love of many angels. Mary was born on February 15, 1937, in Weston, West Virginia, to Eva McCarty and Revie Riggleman. She grew up in Pennsboro, West Virginia, where...

Anthony Peter Delbarto

Anthony Peter Delbarto

Oct 9, 2024

Anthony (Tony) DelBarto, age 60, a resident of Port Orchard, Washington, passed away in his home on Wednesday, October 9th, 2024. Anthony was born on January 21st, 1964, in Queens, New York to his parents Frank and Mary (Condon) Del Barto. Anthony’s life was dedicated to helping and fiercely protecting others. And we know that even now, he is and...

Richard Voss Higginson

Richard Voss Higginson

Oct 8, 2024

It is with immense sadness that I write of the passing of our beloved son, brother, and father Richard Voss Higginson on October the 8th, 2024. He was known to Family simply as RV, Higgi to his workmates, and forever Dickie to his mother. He led a rather simple life of camping and fishing with his children. His career was...

Donna Jean Virgillo

Donna Jean Virgillo

Oct 4, 2024

In Loving Memory of Donna Jean Virgillo Donna Jean Virgillo, aged 80, passed away peacefully on Friday, October 4th, 2024, with her loved ones by her side. She was born on June 30th, 1944, at St. John’s Hospital in Santa Monica, California, to John J. Lopez and Edith M. Hussung. Donna had an idyllic childhood, growing up during the golden...

Jay Marvin Hatch

Jay Marvin Hatch

Oct 4, 2024

Jay Marvin Hatch, born on December 6, 1935, in Bremerton, Washington, passed away peacefully on October 4, 2024, at the age of 88. Jay was a dedicated educator, accomplished musician, and devoted family man whose life touched many through his service and passions. He attended schools in the Pateros, Brewster, and South Kitsap School Districts, graduating from South Kitsap High...

Alfred Lester Coleman Jr.

Alfred Lester Coleman Jr.

Oct 2, 2024

Alfred Lester Coleman Jr., born March 22, 1939, in Long Beach, California, passed away at home on October 2, 2024, at the age of 85. He was preceded in death by his mother Gladys Tiedemann, father Alfred Lester Coleman Sr. and, grandmother Emily Moreau. He is survived by his wife Georgia Gail Coleman, daughters Susan Schooler and Joanne Barnhart, grandchildren...

Bea Cordelia Deboer

Bea Cordelia Deboer

Sep 29, 2024

Bea C. DeBoer, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on September 29, 2024, in Tacoma, Washington, at the age of 84. Born on April 23, 1940, in Omaha, Nebraska, Bea was a source of strength and determination to everyone who knew her. Bea attended West Bremerton High School and later the University of Washington, where she formed...

Evan Francis Williams

Evan Francis Williams

Sep 27, 2024

Evan Francis Williams, a cherished friend to many, passed away on Friday, September 27, 2024, at St. Michael’s Hospital in Silverdale, Washington, at the age of 77. Evan was born on December 30, 1946, to Frank George Mack and Bette Delores Evans in Erie, Pennsylvania. The family’s original surname, Maciukiewicz, was changed after they immigrated to the United States. In...

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