Obituaries

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

Thomas Edgar Grice

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

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

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...

William Carlile Gowen

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

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...

Erin Nestor

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...

Lafe Hasty Myers Jr

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...

John Francis Sloat Jr

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....

Calvin Lawrence Edholm

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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Heidi Shore Klinger

Heidi Shore Klinger

Dec 16, 2025

Heidi Shore Klinger was born in Burbank, California, on February 19th, 1952, and passed away at her home on Bainbridge Island on December 16th, 2025. Throughout her life, she dedicated herself to teaching, sharing patience, care, and love with all of her students. May she be remembered for her many beautiful qualities and the lasting impact she made on those...

Nelli Ivanovna Pashkova

Nelli Ivanovna Pashkova

Dec 16, 2025

Nelli Ivanovna Pashkova was born in Riga, Latvia, on August 10th, 1947, and passed away in Seattle, Washington, on December 16th, 2025. May her loved ones cherish her memory and honor the life she lived.

Additional information to be provided by the family shortly.

Arrangements entrusted to Cook Family Funeral Home of Bainbridge Island, WA.

Wayne Gilbert Hanby

Wayne Gilbert Hanby

Dec 16, 2025

Wayne Gilbert Hanby was born in Tacoma, Washington, on December 29, 1930, and passed away in Silverdale, Washington, on December 16, 2025. He devoted most of his life to the pharmaceutical industry, where his work contributed to the healing and well-being of others. He will be remembered for his intellect, professionalism, and compassion.

Additional information to be provided by the family...

Alice Marie Levisay

Alice Marie Levisay

Dec 14, 2025

 Alice Marie Levisay 

Celebrating a Life of Compassion, Leadership, and Global Impact

With broken hearts, we share with you the passing of a beloved wife, mother, sister, and aunt. On December 14, 202,5, Alice Marie Levisay, 60, passed away in her home on Bainbridge Island, Washington, due to cancer. She died peacefully, in the company of her devoted family. Born on July...

Alicia Marie Holmberg

Alicia Marie Holmberg

Dec 12, 2025

Our beloved Alicia Marie Holmberg, age 30, passed away on December 12, 2025. She was a deeply loved mother, daughter, sister, auntie, niece, cousin, and friend whose presence brought energy, warmth, and laughter to everyone around her.

Born on April 24, 1995, Alicia was, from a young age, wild, funny, animated, and full of life and personality. As she grew into...

Erik Raymond Johnson

Erik Raymond Johnson

Dec 10, 2025

Erik Raymond Johnson died suddenly at his home in Suquamish on December 10, 2025. In his 37 years, Erik touched so many lives, and his untimely passing is a grievous loss. He was kind, fun-loving, and adventurous. He had an easy way about him and was one of those people who made you feel good when he walked into the...

Mary Elizabeth Waterson

Mary Elizabeth Waterson

Dec 7, 2025

Mary Elizabeth Waterson was born on April 14, 1934, and passed away on December 7, 2025. She will be lovingly remembered by her family and friends for her strong work ethic, compassionate nature, and loving heart.

Additional information to be provided by the family shortly.

Arrangements entrusted to Cook Family Funeral Home of Bainbridge Island, WA.

James Morrow House

James Morrow House

Dec 7, 2025

Born in St. Louis, Missouri, on November 24th, 1939, James “Jim” Morrow House passed away peacefully at his Bainbridge Island home on December 7th, 2025. His life’s work in health care was defined by service, healing, and care for others. He leaves behind a legacy of compassion, kindness, intelligence, and strength that will not be forgotten.

Additional information to be provided...

Michael Tracy Blair

Michael Tracy Blair

Dec 4, 2025

Michael Tracy Blair was born in St. Joseph, Missouri, on November 18th, 1947, and passed away in Silverdale, Washington, on December 4th, 2025. He dedicated his life to educating the generations that followed him, leaving a lasting impact on countless lives. His loved ones will remember him for his wisdom, intelligence, and compassion.

Additional information to be provided by the family...

Thomas Wesley McClure

Thomas Wesley McClure

Dec 3, 2025

Born in Whittier, California, on November 7th, 1938, Thomas Wesley McClure passed away on Bainbridge Island on December 3rd, 2025. He dedicated 20 years of his life to serving his country in the United States Navy. His loved ones will remember him for his bravery, devotion, and caring heart.

Additional information to be provided by the family shortly.

Arrangements entrusted to Cook...

Harold William Bauer Jr

Harold William Bauer Jr

Dec 3, 2025

Born on August 10th, 1937, in Sacramento, California, Bill Bauer Jr. passed away at his Bainbridge Island home on December 3rd, 2025. An architect by profession, he lived a life marked by dedication and purpose. He will be fondly remembered and deeply missed by those he loved.

Additional information to be provided by the family shortly.

Arrangements entrusted to Cook Family Funeral...