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Scott Lewis Mckay
Mar 3, 2024
Scott Lewis McKay, 72, died peacefully on March 3, 2024, surrounded by family.
Born in Arlington Heights, Illinois, to Leland Everett and Carol Lewis McKay; he spent his childhood on Hawthorn St. and Kasper Ave. with close friends who knew to go home when the streetlights came on. Summers were spent in Wisconsin on Castle Rock Lake at the Clark/McKay Cottage....
Jeanne Elizabeth (Hausner) Usher
Mar 1, 2024
Jeanne H. Usher, age 100, died at home, surrounded by her family, on March 1, 2024, following a stroke. Born Elizabeth Jeanne Hausner on September 3, 1923, in Omaha, Nebraska, Jeanne was the second child and only daughter of Charles Hausner and Leah (Lee) McConnell Hausner. While still a babe in arms, Jeanne moved with her parents and older brother,...
Rolando Gonzales Magtaas
Feb 25, 2024
Rolando Gonzales Magtaas, a cherished resident of Poulsbo, WA, departed from this world on February 25, 2024, in the embrace of his loved ones at his home. Rolando was born in the Philippines, where he began his journey before eventually becoming a proud member of the United States Navy. Following his military service, Rolando established himself as a successful business...
Stanley Bartlett Curtis
Feb 19, 2024
Stan Curtis passed away peacefully in mid-February, at home on Bainbridge Island, Washington, in the loving company of family and friends.
Stan embodied a rare combination of characteristics. He was remarkably strong in body and intellect, yet he was unfailingly kind and humble. He was steadfast and resilient, but a man of uncommon grace and compassion. Stan was an expert listener...
David Jackson Warren, Jr
Feb 18, 2024
David J. Warren, a devoted husband, cherished father, and esteemed chemical engineer, passed away peacefully on February 18, 2024, at the age of 87. Born on May 23, 1936, in St. Louis, Missouri, David's journey led him to Bainbridge Island, WA, where he left an indelible mark on the community. Throughout his life, David exemplified dedication and passion in his...
James Stephen Deupree
Feb 17, 2024
James Stephen Deupree (Steve) passed away peacefully on February 17, 2024 surrounded by his immediate family.
Steve, born and raised in Cincinnati, Ohio, lived a life full of adventure and an unlimited sense of possibilities. The world was his realm of exploration.
After graduating from Cincinnati Country Day School, he attended and graduated from Princeton University. There he earned a BA in...
Bruce Leighton Stevens
Feb 17, 2024
Bruce L. Stevens of Bainbridge Island, WA, passed away on February 17, 2024, surrounded by his loving family and friends after a brief illness. Bruce was born June 20, 1953 in Milton, MA to Pauline (Forbes) and Robert K. Stevens of Quincy, MA, and grew up in Lenox, MA, where he attended Lenox public schools and graduated from Lenox Memorial...
Betty Jean Olsen
Feb 15, 2024
Betty Jean Olsen, age 80 passed away peacefully on February 15, 2024 in Bremerton, WA. She was born on October 27, 1937 in Tacoma, WA. She married Howard N. Olsen on February 27, 1954. Betty worked as a cook at Crescent School. She loved her daily interactions with the students. Betty graduated from Peninsula College with an AA Degree in...
Johnna Mcdonald Kleisner
Feb 9, 2024
We mourn the passing of Johnna M. Kleisner, a cherished member of the Bainbridge Island community, who peacefully departed this world on February 9, 2024, at her home, enveloped in the love of her dear ones. A devoted wife and mother, Johnna's life was a testament to love, compassion, and generosity. Throughout her years, Johnna dedicated herself to the betterment...
Richard August Ferronato
Feb 8, 2024
Richard Ferronato, 89, died peacefully at St Michael’s hospital on Feb 8 th , 2024. Loving, humble, loyal, and proud, he was the kindest man you’d ever know and always willing to help a friend.
Born in San Francisco, California, he had a full and happy life. He provided well for his family: played professional baseball, worked in the grocery,...
Constance Marie Albrecht
Feb 5, 2024
Constance M. Albrecht, a resident of Seattle, WA, passed away on February 5, 2024. Throughout her life, Constance was dedicated to the noble profession of teaching, shaping the minds and hearts of countless students. Her passion for education was evident in her commitment to her students' success and her unwavering belief in the power of knowledge. Beyond her career, Constance...
Donald W Wylie
Jan 29, 2024
Donald W. Wylie, of Poulsbo, WA, passed away on January 29, 2024. Donald was a devoted husband to his late wife and a loving father to his children. Donald's passing leaves a impact in the hearts of his family and all who knew him, but his memory will continue to live on in the lives he touched. May he rest...
Adriano Thor Madayag
Jan 28, 2024
Adriano T. Madayag, a beloved resident of Bremerton, WA, peacefully passed away on January 28, 2024. He was a devoted husband, cherished father, and esteemed navy veteran. Adriano's life was marked by his dedication to his family and his service to his country. After proudly serving in the Navy, he embarked on a career as an office manager, where he...
Jim Dale Barker
Jan 26, 2024
We mourn the loss of Jim D. Barker, a cherished member of the Bainbridge Island community, who passed away peacefully at his home on January 26, 2024. Jim will be remembered fondly as a devoted father and a talented artist. Jim dedicated his life to his passion for art, particularly in the realms of ceramics and bronze. His creations were...
Don Green
Jan 25, 2024
Don A. Green was welcomed into heaven on January 25, 2024. A devoted husband to Sue for 72 years, a father to 5 children, a friend to many, a lifelong outdoor enthusiast, and a dedicated Christian, Don left an indelible mark on those who had the privilege of knowing him.
Born on the family farm in Kent, Washington on May 2,...
Lucy Christopher Johnson
Jan 25, 2024
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Lucy C. Johnson, a beloved longtime resident of Bainbridge Island, who peacefully departed from this world on January 25, 2024. Lucy was a cherished member of the community, known for her warmth, kindness, and unwavering friendship. Although Lucy's passing leaves a void in the hearts of those who knew...
Martin Charles Burkland
Jan 24, 2024
The world has lost a wonderful person.
Martin Burkland's joy and kindness were an inspiration to those who were lucky enough to have known him.
"Marty," as he was called by friends and family, passed away on January 24 at Harborview Medical Center with his sons by his side— one last moment together as the crew he fondly referred to as the...
Wayne J Daley
Jan 23, 2024
The last of four brothers, Wayne J. Daley, 87, of Bainbridge Island, Washington, passed away on January 23, 2024. He was born November 6, 1936, in Choteau, Montana, to Emma Frances Forbes and Halvor Marcus Daley.
Wayne is survived by his wife of 37 years, Marcia Andre Daley; his children, Emma Frances Sturms (Matt), and Kristen Daley Mosier (Christopher); and Marcia’s...
John Mark Leese
Jan 22, 2024
“I must go down to the sea again, to the lonely sea and the sky,
And all I ask is a tall ship and a star to steer her by”
Sea-Fever by John Masefield
John Mark Eddleston Leese, a loving husband, devoted father, proud grandfather and great friend, passed away at St. Michael’s Hospital in Silverdale, Washington on Monday January 22nd, 2024. He ...
Samuel J Nichols
Jan 22, 2024
Sam J. Nichols, M.D., a loving, supportive, generous husband, father, grandfather, and loyal friend, passed peacefully at his Bainbridge Island home. He was 81.
Larger than life, he was a man who commanded respect by his presence alone. But he will be remembered by those who loved him for his humility and kindness.
Born in St. Louis to Willard Nichols and Ruth...
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