Obituaries

Recent Obituaries

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

Bradley Lee George

Bradley Lee George

Nov 2, 2023

Bradley Lee George, a cherished member of the Suquamish Tribe, was born on February 9, 1958, and left us unexpectedly on November 2, 2023, at his Suquamish home. Bradley touched the lives of many and will be deeply missed by friends, family, and the entire community.

Services to honor Bradley's life will be held at the House of Awakened Culture (7235...

Mistie Rae Fain

Mistie Rae Fain

Oct 31, 2023

Mistie Rae Fain, born Mistie Rae Davis on September 28, 1973 in Muskogee, Oklahoma, passed away on October 31, 2023 in her home in Suquamish, Washington. She ended her ardent battle with cancer peacefully with her long term partner Mike and brother Brandon at her side, and her family and friends near.

Mistie’s path from Muskogee to Suquamish was long and...

Mary Patricia Sigler

Mary Patricia Sigler

Oct 30, 2023

Mary Sigler departed from this world on October 30, 2023. Mary was born in Quebec and throughout her life, she demonstrated incredible dedication and resilience as a business owner.

Mary's legacy extends far beyond her professional accomplishments. She was a loving mother, providing unwavering love and support to her family. Her commitment to both her work and her loved ones left...

Thomas H Chaffey

Thomas H Chaffey

Oct 29, 2023

Tom was born in Hoquiam Washington to Thomas Prescott and Bernice (Florence) Chaffey. Two brothers were added and together there were many adventures. The family moved to Aberdeen where Tom graduated Weatherwax High School in 1951. The same year Tom joined the U.S. Navy as an Interior Communications Electrician serving until 1955. Next, Tom attended the University of Washington where...

Elinor Marie Ringland

Elinor Marie Ringland

Oct 27, 2023

Elinor Marie (Jacobson) Ringland at the age of 100 years, peacefully passed away in her home on Bainbridge Island October 27th.

She was born in Jewell Iowa on August 29 1923, and attended Morningside College where she met the love of her life Joe. They were married right before he went off to serve as a pilot in WWII. They were...

Donna Kay Lauby

Donna Kay Lauby

Oct 25, 2023

Donna Kay Lauby, age 75, passed away on October 25, 2023, in Silverdale, Washington. She was born on December 12, 1947, in Salt Lake City, Utah, to Charles and Eileen Lauby. Donna was a loving sister, aunt, and great-aunt. She is survived by her sisters, Dolores McCann and Joyce Kuykendall, her brother Robert C. Lauby, and a large extended family....

Leo Millard Glahn

Leo Millard Glahn

Oct 22, 2023

Leo Millard Glahn, aged 85, passed away unexpectedly on October 22, 2023, after bravely battling a prolonged medical condition. A beloved resident of Bainbridge Island for over two decades, Leo is survived by his devoted wife of 42 years, Sherry Glahn (née Walker), and their two daughters, Genevieve Glahn and Gabrielle McRae (née Glahn), son-in-law Trenton (Trent) McRae, two granddaughters,...

Aleta Gayle Lavandier

Aleta Gayle Lavandier

Oct 20, 2023

Aleta Gayle Lavandier, a resident of Indianola, WA, passed away in Silverdale on October 20, 2023.  She was born on August 16, 1944, in Olympia, WA, to her loving mother, Lula. Aleta's life was marked by a deep and abiding love for her family. She married the love of her life, Nicholas Lavandier, and together, they built a life full...

Roger David Contraro

Roger David Contraro

Oct 19, 2023

Roger David Contraro, a resident of Suquamish, WA, passed away on October 19, 2023, at the age of 85. He was born in Everett, Washington, to his loving parents, Phillip and Kathrine Contraro. Throughout his life, Roger dedicated himself to his work as an operating engineer, leaving a lasting impact in his field.

He is survived by his beloved wife, Janis,...

Mark Earl Fisher

Mark Earl Fisher

Oct 18, 2023

Mark E. Fisher, a devoted husband, loving father, and a proud veteran, passed away on October 18, 2023, after a brief battle with illness. He was born in Pittsburg, Pennsylvania on October 19, 1947, and his life was marked by remarkable achievements and selfless service.

Mark's unwavering dedication to his country was evident through his two tours of duty in Vietnam....

Virginia Lee Paul

Virginia Lee Paul

Oct 16, 2023

Virginia Lee Paul, a beloved resident of Bainbridge Island, Washington, passed away peacefully at her home on October 16, 2023. She was born on January 1, 1932, in Flint, Michigan, to her parents, Paul and Leita Pike. Virginia's life was marked by a profound dedication to education, family, friends, and her faith.

Virginia spent the first 37 years of her life...

Richard Douglas Nakata

Richard Douglas Nakata

Oct 16, 2023

Richard Douglas Nakata died on October 16, 2023 from complications from liver cancer at St. Michael’s Hospital. He was 70 years old and lived on Bainbridge Island for the majority of his life.

He was born on April 4, 1953 at Doctor’s Hospital in Seattle to Gerald and Sueko Nakata. He grew up on 20th and Marion in the Central District...

Melanie Margaret Vilburn

Melanie Margaret Vilburn

Oct 10, 2023

Melanie Margaret (Belling) Vilburn was born on August 26th, 1971 to James Edward Belling and Margaret Ann Wilder (Belling). She was called back to her heavenly home on October 10, 2023, amidst the love of her family at home in Tokyo, Japan.

She was preceded in death by her father, James Belling, in Feb. 2009. She is survived by her mother,...

Harry Byron Field, III

Harry Byron Field, III

Oct 10, 2023

Harry was born June 24, 1942 in Tacoma, WA to Harry and Anabel Field.

He attended schools in Tacoma, then entered University of Washington where he met his wife Linda. He graduated in August 1964 and got married the same week.

Harry’s first job was as editor of the Whidbey News Times in Oak Harbor, WA. He loved being in charge of...

Nancy G Puski

Nancy G Puski

Oct 4, 2023

Nancy G. Puski was born on May 10, 1970, in Otabi, Philippines, and she departed from this world on October 4, 2023, peacefully in her home in Poulsbo, WA.

Nancy will be remembered as a loving and faithful wife who held a strong belief in Jesus Christ. Her devotion to her faith was evident in the way she lived her life...

Alice Downs

Alice Downs

Oct 1, 2023

Alice Downs set sail peacefully from this earthly life on October 1, 2023 at age 94. Her friends always said that she was a kind, gentle, and loving person, and her family couldn’t agree more. Alice’s family roots are spread throughout the beautiful Great Lakes region. As a young adult, she worked as a telephone operator, modeled for the Dayton’s...

Betty Lou Jacobson

Betty Lou Jacobson

Sep 25, 2023

Betty Lou Jacobson, born on August 25, 1931, in Fargo, North Dakota, to parents Sigvard and Clara Hendrickson, peacefully passed away on September 25, 2023, in Poulsbo, Washington. Betty had made Poulsbo her home for the past two years, where she found comfort and solace.

Throughout her life, Betty wore the hat of a travel agent, a profession that perfectly suited...

Oscar Theodore  Blank

Oscar Theodore Blank

Sep 23, 2023

It is with sad, but proud hearts that we announce the passing of Oscar "Ted" Blank, a long-time pillar of the Logansport, Indiana and Bainbridge Island, Washington communities. Ted, aged 101, left this world on September 23, 2023. He graced our lives for far longer than is the norm, but never seemed to grow old. Into August 2023, he lived...

Emily Jeanette Phelps

Emily Jeanette Phelps

Sep 23, 2023

Emily Jeanette Phelps was born on March 15, 1962, to Eugene and Irene Keehn in Fargo, North Dakota. She peacefully passed away on September 23, 2023, in Seattle, WA, where she had resided with her beloved husband, Richard Phelps, who she preceded in death.

Emily was a loving wife and a dedicated homemaker for most of her life, creating a warm...

Karen Sue Dumford

Karen Sue Dumford

Sep 21, 2023

Karen Sue Dumford was born on March 2, 1944, to George and Elizabeth Dumford in Xenia, Ohio. She peacefully passed away on September 21, 2023, on Bainbridge Island, WA. Throughout her life, Karen was a dedicated homemaker, creating a warm and loving environment for those she cared for. She was not just a homemaker but also a cherished wife, sharing...