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Nancy F. Downs
Jul 11, 2024
Nancy Farnsworth Downs was born on January 1, 1944 (a date she would not recommend because her birthday was always subsumed by college football bowl games) to Richard and Vera Davis Farnsworth in Newport, RI, where her father was stationed with the Coast Artillery. After the war, the Farnsworths moved to Wellsville, NY where Nancy and her younger sister, Kathy,...
Barry Leo Morrisroe
Jul 8, 2024
Barry Leo Morrisroe, 82, passed away on July 8 th , at his home on Bainbridge Island, WA.
Son of Dolores Morrisroe (Maloney) and Gerald Morrisroe, Barry was born April 24, 1942 in Somerville, MA. After graduating Holy Rosary High School in Holyoke, MA, he received his bachelor’s degree from St. Michael’s College in Santa Fe, NM, and would go on...
Freda L Coleman
Jul 7, 2024
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Freda L. Coleman, lovingly known as Fern, passed away on July 7, 2024, on Bainbridge Island, WA. She was born on July 8, 1924, in Ft. Smith, Arkansas. Fern graduated from Charleston High School in 1943 and immediately after WWII, she married the love of her life, Richard L Coleman. Together, they built a beautiful life on Bainbridge Island.
In 1944,...
Walter Anton Kniginyzky
Jul 7, 2024
Walter Kniginyzky, a beloved resident of Bainbridge Island, WA, passed away peacefully on July 7, 2024, after his battle with Glioblastoma. He was 69 years old.
Walt was born in Toronto Canada on April 14, 1955, the son of William and Julia Kniginyzky. Walt moved to the United States for track and field scholarships at the University of Texas and later...
Edward T. Reynolds
Jul 4, 2024
Edward (Bud) Thomas Reynolds passed away at home due to causes from a long life well lived at the age of 95 on July 4 th 2024.
Edward was born on June 25, 1929, in Prescott, Arizona. He was adopted by Tom and Daisy Reynolds and raised along with an adopted brother and sister, Robert and Ann. As a child “Bud”...
Ann Jarrett Nelson
Jul 2, 2024
ANN JARRETT NELSON
December 1, 1943 – July 2, 2024
Ann Jarrett Nelson of Bainbridge Island died peacefully in her sleep on July 2, 2024, after a brief illness. Her family was with her during her last days. She is survived by her husband Marshall, her son Laird Nelson and daughter-in-law Sarah Auerbach, all three of Bainbridge Island, and her daughter Sarah...
Gregory T. Abell
2024
Gregory Thomas Abell, beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and cousin passed away unexpectedly at his home in July 2024, Greg was born in Seattle, Washington, and lived his entire life in the Pacific Northwest, the last 30+ years on Bainbridge Island in a home he built with his father.
Greg is survived by his wife Kathleen; son, Nathan; daughter, Rebecca...
Patricia Ann Marshall
Jun 30, 2024
Patricia "Pat" Ann (Lynn) Marshall was born on June 18, 1943, in Bremerton, Washington. She passed away peacefully in her sleep on June 30, 2024, after a sudden decline in her health. Pat was 81 years of age.
Pat is survived by her loving husband of 48 years, Ron Marshall, their two dogs Mattie and Lola, her stepson Jeff (Leslie) Marshall,...
Doreen E. Morgan
Jun 28, 2024
Doreen E. Morgan, a cherished educator and beloved wife, graced our world with her kindness and intellect from March 5, 1948, until her peaceful departure on June 28, 2024. Born in the picturesque setting of Fort Belvoir, Virginia. Earning a Master's degree, Doreen embraced the noble profession of teaching with a fervor that inspired generations. Doreen is survived by her...
Emma Hernandez Rimando
Jun 27, 2024
Emma Hernandez Rimando is remembered as an elegant and strong woman. She is also a much-beloved mother, Lola/grandma, sister, ninang (godmother), tita (aunt), nurse and co-worker, and friend. She was called home to the Lord on June 27, 2024.
Born in 1939 in Sanchez Mira, Cagayan, Philippines, Emma was the eldest daughter of seven siblings, and attended nursing school at San...
Charles Robert Shoumaker
Jun 24, 2024
Charles Robert Shoumaker, fondly known as Chuck, passed away on June 16, 2024, leaving a profound impact on all who knew him. He was born May 1, 1966, in Denver, Colorado, and later moved to Phoenix, Arizona, in 1976 with his family.
Chuck's educational journey took him through Mojave Middle School and Brophy College Preparatory School, culminating in his graduation from...
Arnold F. Clark
Jun 23, 2024
Arnold F. Clark, a beloved husband, father, and accomplished general contractor, passed away on June 23, 202, at a nursing home on Bainbridge Island, surrounded by the warmth of memories and the love of his family. Born on February 8, 1948, in Eugene, Oregon, Arnold was a man whose life was marked by dedication, service, and unwavering commitment to his...
William Maier
Jun 22, 2024
Seafaring “Captain Bill” Maier has set sail on heavenly seas. Declining in health, he passed away on June 22 nd in the home he dearly treasured. Born in Seattle on March 10 th , 1950, Bill grew up in a loving home to parents, Markee and Sheldon, with sister, Linda, and brother, Dave. He was a 1968 graduate of Nathan...
David W. Jones
Jun 22, 2024
David W. Jones, son of Wayne & Betty (Youngberg) Jones, was born on June 1, 1951, in Kearney, Nebraska, and died of cancer on June 22, 2024, at his home with family in rural Poulsbo, Washington, at the age of 73.
Dave was the oldest of three children including brother, Steve, and sister, Sue, living in southwest Kearney. He attended Kenwood...
Jean P. Hennessy
Jun 19, 2024
Jean P. Hennessy – mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, friend, neighbor, and volunteer passed away peacefully on June 19, 2024, in her beloved Bainbridge Island home. Her passing comes after several years of declining health.
Jean was born December 6, 1927, in North Ridgeville, Ohio, and made Bainbridge Island home base with her husband Paul in 1987. Paul passed away in 2002.
Jean’s...
Gwendolyn T. Rose
Jun 19, 2024
Gwendolyn T. Rose, a beloved educator and cherished member of her community, gracefully completed her earthly journey on June 19, 2024, at a nursing home on Bainbridge Island, Washington. She was born on June 24, 1931, in the serene town of Lexa, Arkansas. With determination and fervor, she earned her Bachelor’s Degree, laying the foundation for a career that would...
Stephen J. Golden
Jun 18, 2024
Stephen J. Golden, a beloved husband, dedicated professional, and esteemed member of his community, passed away on June 18, 2024, at St. Michaels Medical Center. Born on July 30, 1942, in Fort Wayne, Indiana, Stephen led a life marked by commitment, service, and love. His academic journey culminated in earning a bachelor's degree, which provided a foundation for his professional...
Iris B. King
Jun 14, 2024
Iris King passed away on June 14, 2024, exactly one hundred years from the day of her birth in 1924. A 75-year resident of Bainbridge Island, WA, her active, adventurous, and competitive spirit will be missed, but not forgotten.
Iris was preceded in death by her husband of 69 years, Edgar M. King in 2018; her father and mother, Lawrence and...
James W. Wyatt
Jun 13, 2024
James W. Wyatt, 82, passed away on June 13, 2024. Jim was born at Seattle General Hospital on January 5, 1942, the eldest of 3 boys to Captain Jack Wyatt and Ruby (Metzger) Wyatt. He was a proud grandson to Captain Cyprian T. Wyatt, one of Puget Sounds’ pioneer ferry captains, and as a boy would mow the lawn of...
Jon E. Day
Jun 12, 2024
Jon E. Day was born September 17, 1944 in Seattle, WA into the family of Cecil and Virginia Day. He was the second of three boys – eldest brother Mike & younger brother Pat. His early childhood was spent in the Seahurst area of Seattle until the family moved to Moses Lake in 1955 and back to Seattle in 1962....
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