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Thomas Edgar Grice
Jan 18, 2026
LIFE OF THOMAS E. GRICE
Thomas E. Grice was born December 13, 1944, in Fall River, Massachusetts, and passed away January 18, 2026, in Bremerton, Washington.
Born to Stephen and Lillian Grice in Massachusetts, and then traveled to California with his family in 1952. Later in life he moved to Bremerton, Washington -- until his passing.
Tom was a proud veteran and joined...
Harold Martin Kempen
Jan 15, 2026
Harold Martin Kempen, known as “Harry” in his younger years and later as “Hal,” passed away on January 15, 2026, surrounded by family. He lived a full life devoted to family and marked by love of learning, humor, hard work, and deep care for those around him.
Hal was the son of Pete and Marie Kempen, a young Catholic couple of...
Suzanne Lake Haynes
Jan 10, 2026
Suzanne Lake Haynes passed away peacefully at her home on Bainbridge Island, Washington, on January 10, 2026, surrounded by her loving family and devoted caregivers. Her passing marked the end of a life filled with grace, kindness, and beauty.
Born on December 5, 1937, in Palo Alto, California, to Martha Baker Lake and Richard C. Lake, Suzanne spent most of her...
Claus Vogelius Jensen
Jan 9, 2026
Claus Vogelius Jensen was born on May 1st, 1933, in Frederiksberg, Denmark, and passed away on January 9th, 2026, in Silverdale, Washington. He spent much of his professional life in executive roles within the airline industry, contributing to the safe and efficient movement of countless travelers. Claus will be dearly remembered by his family and loved ones.
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Standish Van Voorhis Jr
Jan 8, 2026
Standish Van Voorhis Jr. was born on June 2nd, 1943, in Boston, Massachusetts, and passed away on January 8th, 2026, at his home on Bainbridge Island. He devoted most of his professional life to architecture, approaching his work and his life with creativity and a meticulous attention to detail. He will be deeply missed and fondly remembered by his family...
Richard Warren Burress
Jan 7, 2026
Richard Warren Burress was born on April 23rd, 1937, in Oakland, California, and passed away on January 7th, 2026, in Silverdale, Washington. An intelligent and dedicated man, Richard spent his career in the insurance field, where he helped many with his knowledge and integrity. He will be lovingly remembered and cherished by his family and friends.
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Zonna Dee Cowell
Jan 7, 2026
Zonna Dee Cowell was born on June 6, 1939, in Chadron, Nebraska, and passed away peacefully on January 7, 2026, at her home on Bainbridge Island. She dedicated her career to the medical field, serving as a transcription supervisor and contributing to the care and well-being of countless individuals. Zonna will be lovingly remembered by her family and friends for...
William Carlile Gowen
Jan 5, 2026
William Carlile Gowen (Lile)
April 15, 1957-January 5, 2026
A long time ago, in a galaxy far, far away, Seattle resident Lile Gowen was born. Sadly, William Carlile “Lile” Gowen, 68, beloved brother, uncle and friend to many, passed away at University of Washington Medical Center on Monday, January 5, 2026. In the hours before his passing, Lile was surrounded by family...
Marlene Carol Wellbrock
Jan 4, 2026
Marlene Carol Wellbrock, 89, of Bainbridge Island, Washington, passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 4, 2026.
Marlene was born on March 2, 1936, in San Francisco, California, the daughter of Martin and Christine Mirkovich, whose families settled on Bainbridge Island after immigrating from Dugi Otok, Croatia. She was the oldest of three children and was raised in the Eagledale neighborhood of...
Hilde Tony Seidel
Jan 2, 2026
Born in Stuttgart, Germany, on January 19th, 1932, Hilde Toni Seidel passed away on Bainbridge Island on January 2nd, 2026. Her light and spirit will continue to shine through those she cherished, remembered for her kindness, compassion, dedication, and inner strength.
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Arrangements entrusted to Cook Family Funeral Home of Bainbridge Island, WA.
Beverly Marie Parsons
Jan 2, 2026
Beverly Marie Parsons was born in Mount Vernon, Washington, on April 9, 1933, and passed away in Renton, Washington, on January 2, 2026. She dedicated much of her life to the appreciation of antiques and the art of photography. She will be remembered for her creativity, attentiveness, and the love she shared with those around her.
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Erin Nestor
Jan 1, 2026
Erin Nestor was born on May 16, 1966, to Maureen (Cooney) Nestor and Tom Nestor in Fort Wayne, but she'd prefer that it wasn't noted, as she was too little to remember and she never particularly cared for Indiana. Erin did hold fond memories of Mt. Washington and the Nestors' house on Shangrila, where she was joined by her younger...
Joanne Ryan Voegtlin
Dec 31, 2025
Joanne Ryan Voegtlin was born in Seattle, Washington, on January 16th, 1935, and passed away in Bellevue, Washington, on December 31st, 2025. She will be remembered by her family and friends for her enduring compassion, kindness, and the joy she brought to those around her.
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Arrangements entrusted to Cook Family Funeral Home of...
Lafe Hasty Myers Jr
Dec 30, 2025
Lafe Hasty Myers Jr., MD, age 91, passed away peacefully on December 30, 2025, at his beautiful home on Bainbridge Island, surrounded by the life, people, and the place he loved.
Lafe was born on May 19, 1934, in Pueblo, Colorado. At age 12, he moved with his family to Richland, Washington, a transition that would mark the beginning of a...
Arla Elsbree Foster
Dec 26, 2025
Born in Seattle, Washington, on June 14th, 1936, Arla Elsbree Foster passed away on Bainbridge Island, Washington, on December 26th, 2025. An artist at heart, she saw and created beauty in all things, sharing her light with the world. Her creativity, passion, love, and kindness will live on in the hearts of those who knew her.
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John Francis Sloat Jr
Dec 26, 2025
John Francis Sloat Jr passed away in the early evening on December 26th, 2025. He was staying in Madison Park, with a beautiful view of the water, on a street where he had once walked with his daughters when they were very small. John was born to John Francis Sr. and Marie Sloat on July 9, 1957 in Waterloo, Iowa....
Tyler William Tiffany
Dec 25, 2025
Born in Longview, Washington, on May 16th, 1990, Tyler William Tiffany passed away at his home in Poulsbo on December 25th, 2025. He devoted himself to his work as a fisherman and committed his free time to furthering his education. His legacy of hard work, love, and devotion will live on in the hearts of his family and friends.
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Timothy Rex Peterson
Dec 23, 2025
Born on December 10th, 1945, in Seattle, Washington, Timothy Rex Peterson passed away on December 23rd, 2025, in Silverdale, Washington. He devoted his life to serving his country in the Air Force, leaving behind a legacy of bravery, compassion, and strength. His sacrifice will not be forgotten, and his memory will be cherished by all who knew him.
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Elwood Ray Mapson
Dec 21, 2025
Elwood Ray Mapson was born in Richland, Montana, on November 15th, 1957, and passed away at his home in Kingston on December 21st, 2025. He devoted most of his life to hard work in general contracting, building not only structures but a legacy of dedication and integrity. He will be remembered by his family and friends for his hard work,...
Calvin Lawrence Edholm
Dec 18, 2025
Calvin Lawrence Edholm was born in Omaha, Nebraska, on August 6th, 1945, and passed away at his Bainbridge Island home on December 18th, 2025. He devoted his life to special education, serving his students with compassion, patience, and unwavering dedication. He will be remembered for the profound impact he made on the lives of those he taught and cared for.
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