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Susan Marie Anderson
Jan 20, 2024
Susan Marie Anderson died peacefully in her home on Bainbridge Island, Jan 20, 2024, after a long battle with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). She was 62 years old. Susan loved life and cherished her large extended family and many wonderful friends.
During her extraordinarily full and vibrant time on Earth Susan became an outstanding surfer, played first chair trumpet in...
Linda Arkin Glickman
Jan 20, 2024
Linda Arkin Glickman passed away on 1/20/2024.
Born 1941 in Los Angeles, CA to Sidney (2002) and Bertha (1989) Arkin. Linda was the last of her generation having lost her brother Richard Arkin (2014) and sister Joan Kelley (2006). Her husband Dr. Stuart Glickman also recently passed (April 2023). Linda is survived by her nephew Jim (Judy) Kaplan of Bradenton, FL...
Harold E Moore, Jr.
Jan 17, 2024
Harold E. Moore Jr., a cherished member of the Bainbridge Island community, departed from this life on January 17, 2024, at his home here on Bainbridge Island, WA. Throughout his life, Hal exemplified the virtues of service, dedication, and creativity. As a veteran of the US Navy, he served his country with honor and distinction, embodying the values of courage...
Robert Duane Merrill
Jan 16, 2024
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Robert D. Merrill Sr., of Sheridan, Indiana, who departed from this world on January 16, 2024, while visiting family in Bainbridge Island, Washington. Robert was a devoted husband, a doting father, and a cherished member of his community. Throughout his life, Robert exemplified the values of love, dedication, and kindness. As a...
Leslie Dean Macdonald Jr.
Jan 13, 2024
Leslie D. MacDonald Jr., a cherished member of the Suquamish tribe, departed from this world on January 13, 2024. Leslies long journey carried him through 84 colorful years of life.
He was born in Port Townsend to Beatrice and Leslie MacDonald on July 10, 1939. He was a knowledgeable and deeply rooted family man.
Leslie served as a Marine in the Vietnam...
Judith A Patterson
Jan 12, 2024
Judith A. Patterson, a beloved resident of Olympia, WA, departed this world on January 12, 2024. Born in 1938, Judith led a life of compassion and dedication, leaving an indelible mark on those fortunate enough to know her. Judith devoted the majority of her life to the noble profession of nursing, embodying the true spirit of care and selflessness. Beyond...
Dennis Eugene Heeney
Jan 12, 2024
Dennis E. Heeney, a cherished member of the Bainbridge Island community for nearly 68 years, passed away on January 12, 2024. He was a devoted husband, loving father, and esteemed Army veteran. Having called Bainbridge Island home for the majority of his life, Dennis was deeply ingrained in the fabric of the community. Dennis was a pillar of strength and...
Oscar Downey Turner, Jr.
Jan 10, 2024
Oscar D. Turner, Jr. of Bainbridge Island, WA, departed this world on January 10, 2024, at the age of 79. Born in the warmth of the summer of 1944, Oscar's life was a testament to dedication, love, and service. Oscar spent the majority of his life as an architect, leaving an indelible mark on the world with his creative vision...
Barbara Ann Dierickx
Jan 3, 2024
“Blessed Are Those Who Mourn, for They Will be Comforted” (Matthew 5:4)
Barbara Ann Dierickx, beloved mother, aunt, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on January 3, 2024. Born on October 8, 1938, in Seattle, Washington, Barbara was the daughter of Kenneth and Hannah Quiett. She grew up in the Queen Anne neighborhood and later settled in Magnolia, where she raised...
Vincent Lance Armstrong
Jan 3, 2024
Held by family, Vincent Lance Armstrong entered the presence of the Lord, January 3, 2024.
Vince was born August 29, 1957 to Vernon and Anita (Hansen) Armstrong at Camp Pendleton, California. He spent much of his childhood on Okinawa where he and his brother and sisters truly lived the life of a storybook adventure. In 1968, his family moved to a...
Thomas Michael Ball
Jan 3, 2024
Thomas Michael (Tom) Ball, passed away peacefully in California on January 3, 2024, after a long and valiant battle with Lewy Body Dementia.
Tom was born in 1947 in Seattle, Washington to Walter and MaryAnne Ball. He was the third of four brothers, Walt, Pat, Sid, and also had a sister, Maureen. They grew up together on Bainbridge Island, Washington.
Tom...
Joseph Roy Glass
Dec 31, 2023
Joseph Roy Glass, a resident of Silverdale, WA, who passed away on December 31, 2023. Born near the end of October 1935 in Detroit, Michigan, Joseph's journey was one of innovation, dedication, and the warmth of familial love. He dedicated most of his life to the field of aerospace electrical engineering, where his brilliance and expertise contributed to advancements that...
Jack Xinzhe Tan
Dec 30, 2023
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Jack Z. Tan, a beloved resident of Silverdale, who departed from this world on December 30, 2023. Jack was not just a skilled salesman in the field of telecommunications; he was also a devoted father and husband, known for his unwavering love and dedication to his family. Jack will...
Sing Utrapiromsuk
Dec 27, 2023
Sing Utrapiromsuk, a longtime resident of Port Orchard, WA, passed away on December 27, 2023. Born in Thailand, Sing's remarkable journey took him to the United States, where he carved a path of success, his pursuit of excellence led him to earn his doctorate and embark on a successful career as an orthodontist. Beyond his professional achievements, Sing was a...
John Frederick Simpson
Dec 26, 2023
John F. Simpson, a longtime resident of Bainbridge Island, WA, passed away on December 26, 2023. Born in Seattle and having lived his entire life in the same state, John's journey was marked by love, dedication, and professional brilliance.
Professionally, John was a brilliant lawyer, whose legal acumen and dedication to justice left an enduring mark on the legal community....
Marilu "Lola" Purino
Dec 26, 2023
Marilu "Lola" Puriño (née Lourdes Puriño), 86, passed away December 26, 2023 in the comfort of her residence. She was born on November 26, 1937 to Dionisio Puriño and Natividad Banta in Manila, Philippines.
Marilu, known as Lola in her later years, was a devoted mother, grandmother, aunt, sister, wife, and friend. She was predeceased by her husband RM Poedjas ...
Cynthia Muirhead Worthington
Dec 26, 2023
Cynthia M. Worthington, who passed away on December 26, 2023. Born in October of 1933, Cynthia was a true, strong southern girl hailing from St. Louis, Missouri. Her journey through life was marked by resilience, service, and a profound love for nature.
May her legacy as an Air Force veteran, dedicated park ranger, and beloved mother be a source of inspiration....
Mary Noel Hanish
Dec 25, 2023
The Hanish and Rockstad families mourn the passing of Noel Hanish, who passed away unexpectedly, yet peacefully, on December 25, 2023.
Born Mary Noel Rockstad on December 25, 1948 in Seattle Washington, she was a model of service to others and a loving and supportive mother, grandmother, sister, cousin aunt, and great-aunt to dozens of family members.
Noel moved with her parents...
Camilla Manzer Dirks
Dec 25, 2023
Camilla Manzer Dirks of Bremerton, WA, peacefully passed away on Christmas day of 2023. May her legacy as a doting mother, beloved wife, and dedicated professional live on in the hearts of those who were fortunate to know her.Additional information to be provided by the family shortly.Arrangements entrusted to Cook Family Funeral Home of Bainbridge Island, WA.
Venera Carmella Barles
Dec 21, 2023
It is with profound gratitude that we celebrate our time with Carmella Venera Madeline Di Bella Barles, a tiny, fierce and impeccably well-dressed woman known to all as our dearest friend Vinny.
On December 21st, 2023, she passed as quickly as she showed up to the plate of life and never stopped giving 110% in between. She lived her life everywhere...
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