Obituaries
Dennis Porter
Dec 4, 2025
Dennis “Denny” Leroy Porter passed away peacefully on December 4, 2025, surrounded by
the family he loved. Born on April 18, 1946, Denny was the first son of Delford and Doris
Porter, who preceded him in death. He grew up in the Willapa Valley, graduating from
Willapa Valley High School before enlisting in the United States Air Force. Denny was a
proud...
Gloria M Jouper
Nov 27, 2025
(July 5, 1933 – November 27, 2025) Gloria (Bailey) Jouper
Gloria M. Jouper went to be with her Savior on 11-27-2025, at the age of 92, surrounded by her family.
She was born at the old South Bend Hospital in South Bend, WA on July 5, 1933 to Hubert and Mignon (Smith)
Bailey. She grew up in South Bend, attended Broadway grade school...
Edwin C Jouper Sr
Nov 24, 2025
(July 19, 1934 – November 24, 2025) Edwin C Jouper Sr.
Edwin “Ed” Carl Jouper Sr. went to be with his Savior on November 24, 2025, at the age of 91, surrounded by his
family.
Ed was born in Raymond, WA on July 19, 1934 to Carl and Mary Louise (Byrd) Jouper. He grew up in Raymond,
graduating with the class of ’53. He...
Alfonso Sanchez
Nov 12, 2025
Alfonso Sanchez, 86, passed away on November 12, 2025, in Tacoma.
Known to friends and family as Bud or Buddy, he was born April 18, 1939, in Ravenna, TX to Juan and Rosa (Perez) Sanchez, the tenth of eleven children in his family. The large and loving family moved from Texas to Dearborn, MI early in his life and would continue...
Harold F Koch
Nov 8, 2025
Harold (Cook) Koch arrived in this world on May 7, 1924, and stayed for 101 years to live a long and full life.
He grew up in Lebam, WA with his younger brother, Robert, who is deceased.
Harold served in the Army and was honorably discharged just before the U.S. entered WWII.
He went to work in a sawmill and quickly decided this...
Blanche Lucas
Oct 5, 2025
Our dear sister, Blanche Lucas has gone to be with her Lord and Savior at the age of 80. She passed away on October 5, 2025, at her home.
She was born in Burdine, Kentucky on April 16, 1945. Her parents were Cassie and Esther (Church) Mullins. She was married to Elmer Milton (Deceased). She later married Garry Lucas (Deceased). She...
Genevieve J Delanoy
Sep 22, 2025
Genevieve Jeanette Delanoy “Gennie” passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family Monday, September 22, 2025. Gennie was born to Fannie Mae Jobe and Frederick E Gerrard on May 4, 1936 in Winchester, Idaho. She was proceeded in death by her husband John R Delanoy, three daughters Roberta Ellis, Linda Hazelbaker, and Carol Caren and son Dwayne Delanoy. She has...
Christopher Todd Peterson
Sep 18, 2025
Todd, 64, of Raymond Washington passed away peacefully on Sept 18, 2025 with his family by his side.
Todd was born Aug 11, 1961 to Chris and Elsie Peterson. He loved fishing, gardening, reading his Bible + talking about Jesus.
He will be missed by many and never forgotten.
Todd is survived by four sisters, Charlotte Morrison and Kristy Petersen of Wilsonville, Oregon,...
Betty Sparks
Sep 7, 2025
In Loving Memory of Betty Jean Sparks
It is with deepest sorrow that we announce the passing of our beloved Betty Jean Sparks on September
7, 2025. Born in Raymond, Washington on January 31, 1955, to...
Stanley Russell Guernsey
Sep 5, 2025
Stanley Russell Guernsey entered heaven on September 5th, 2025 at Willapa Care Center. He was born in Strong City, Oklahoma on September 17th, 1934 to Virgil and Lillie (Hill) Guernsey.
The family moved to South Bend when Stan was 8. He attended both South Bend and Raymond schools. He enlisted in the Navy in 1952. He married his high school sweetheart...
Patricia Ann Heath
Aug 21, 2025
It is with great sorrow that we announce the passing of our beloved Patricia Ann Heath, who died peacefully on August 21st, 2025, at the age of 88. Pat was born on March 22nd, 1937, in Herrick, South Dakota, to Cecil E. Green and Mathilda (Beiermann) Green. She spent her early years in Naper, Nebraska, with her seven siblings before...
Mick Heath
Aug 14, 2025
Mick Heath, born on March 17, 1951, in Raymond, Washington, departed this world on August 14, 2025, at St. Peter’s Hospital in Olympia, Washington. He leaves behind a legacy of sweet memories, deep-rooted family bonds, and a warm presence that will be profoundly missed by all who knew him.
Mick was a man of quiet strength and gentle demeanor. He maintained...
Donald E Luoma
Aug 8, 2025
Donald Ernest Luoma Sr., 89, passed away on 08/08/25, at home in Raymond,
Washington. Born on October 31, 1935, in Ironwood, Michigan, to Ernest and Tyyne (Tunnie)
Korpi, Donald was raised in Hurley, Wisconsin. After the tragic loss of his father
in a mining accident in 1939, he was later adopted by his stepfather, Gust Luoma.
As a young man, Donald joined the United...
Shirley Ann Church
Jul 29, 2025
Shirley Ann (Christman) Church, 95, was born at Copalis Beach, WA on January 6 th ,
1930 to Dale Ellsworth Christman and Eleanor Bergiloit Brandstad. She passed
peacefully at home surrounded by a bounty of love on July 29 th , 2025.
She attended Bay Center and South Bend Schools, graduating in 1947.
She married Herbert Ray Church on August 28 th , 1948....
Rick Freeman
Jul 24, 2025
Rick Freeman, 70, passed away peacefully on July 24, 2025, at St. Peter’s Hospital in Olympia, WA, surrounded by family. He was born on December 31, 1954, in South Bend, WA, to Rance and Marie Freeman. Rick grew up in Raymond, WA, where he shared many fond memories of childhood adventures with his siblings and friends.
Rick was known for his...
Donald E Nichols
Jul 15, 2025
Donald Eugene Nichols
1927- 2025
Don a devoted family man and lifelong resident of Pacific County, Washington, passed away peacefully on July 15, 2025, at the age of 98.
Don proudly served his country by joining the U.S. Navy after graduating high school.
Don married Mary Jane Orkney, his beloved wife and companion for life. Together they had Mike, Michelle, and Gary and built...
Kimberly Simone Johnsen
Jun 21, 2025
Our Mother, Sister, Grandmother, Aunt, and Friend Kimberly Simone Johnsen passed away at the age of 67 in Olympia, Washington. Kim was born May 9th, 1958 to Robert Johnsen and Matie (Reynolds) Ellingwood. She was born and raised in South Bend, Washington and grew up in the Eklund Park area. She attended grade school and High School in South Bend....
Diane Sheri Cook
Jun 17, 2025
Diane Sheri Cook, passed away peacefully on June 17, 2025, at the age of 69. She was born July 2, 1955 to Robert and Eleanor Cook in Chehalis, Wa.
Diane attended Olympia High School, worked several jobs, lastly working over 10 years as a Cutter Operator & Bindery Clerk for Tumwater Printing and several years as Housekeeping Manager at Garden Courte...
Richard Andrew Alexander
Jun 10, 2025
Richard (Dick) Andrew Alexander passed away peacefully on June 10, 2025, at the age of 76.
Dick was born May 9,1949 to Andrew and Blanche Alexander in Raymond, WA.
Dick graduated from Raymond High School in 1967. He then attended Grays Harbor College for two years before going to work for Weyerhaeuser. Dick found his calling in the timber industry early on,...
Shirley Mae Hoffer
Jun 8, 2025
Shirley Mae Hoffer
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Shirley Hoffer on June 8th...
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