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Stanley Wayne Van Eps
Jan 18, 2025
Stan Van Eps, 71, of Bainbridge Island, WA, passed away on January 18, after a long battle with cancer. He was born on February 1, 1953, in Cedar Rapids, Iowa.
He is survived by his wife of over 51 years, Sandra (Wayenberg), his son Stace Van Eps, his daughter, Sarah Cox and his son-in-law Ron Cox.
Stan graduated from Soap Lake High...
Melisa Teischy Holmes
Jan 17, 2025
Melisa Holmes, 52, of Poulsbo, Washington, passed away on January 17, 2025, after a long and courageous battle with cancer.
Melisa Teischy Toy was born on November 13, 1972, in Hollywood, California. She was the first child of Steve and Vickie Toy and was truly the apple of their eyes. As the first grandchild and niece on both sides of the...
Rosemary Charles Fulton
Jan 13, 2025
Rosemary Charles Fulton was born on November 5th, 1962 in Bremerton, WA and passed away in her home on January 13, 2025. She will be missed deeply by those who had the pleasure of knowing her.
Additional information to be provided by the family shortly.
Arrangements entrusted to Cook Family Funeral Home of Bainbridge Island, WA.
John Thomas Sachs
Jan 13, 2025
John Thomas (Tom) Sachs died peacefully on January 13, 2025, at his residence on Bainbridge Island, Washington, after a long battle with Parkinson’s disease. He was a beloved husband, father, and grandfather.
Born on February 12, 1935, in Fullerton, California, Tom was the only child of Carl Raymond (Ray) and Theresa Sachs. Tom was fascinated with airplanes as a child, and...
Stacy Martin
Jan 11, 2025
Stacy Loree Martin was born on April 16, 1963, and passed away on January 11th, 2025. Stacy worked in the airforce and with federal security for most of her life, obtaining many achievements. She will be missed deeply by her loved ones.
Additional information to be provided by the family shortly.
Arrangements entrusted to Cook Family Funeral Home of Bainbridge Island, WA.
George Thomas Favaron
Jan 8, 2025
George Thomas Favaron was born on October 20th, 1936, and passed away on January 8th, 2025. George dedicated most of his life to the Airforce, making his way up to lieutenant colonel. He will be deeply missed by his friends and family.
Additional information to be provided by the family shortly.
Arrangements entrusted to Cook Family Funeral Home of Bainbridge Island, WA.
Kathleen Lacey
Jan 8, 2025
Kathleen Valdis Lacey, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on Bainbridge Island.
Born to Ted and Valdis Abbott on Bainbridge Island, Kathleen spent her early years in the Pacific Northwest, where she worked as a child at her family’s produce stand in Pike Place Market. She later attended the University of Washington before moving to Washington, D.C., where...
Michael E Whiton
Jan 4, 2025
Born June 30, 1944, in Sacramento to Edmund Garcia and Jean Overman, Michael then accompanied his mom and her new husband, Pete Whiton, to Wilton, CT. Michael’s early loves were horses and motorcycles and a passion for music, which sustained him throughout his life. He had a talent for music himself and could pick up any instrument. As a young...
Mary Ann
Jan 3, 2025
Mary Ann was born in Independence, Kansas, on February 24th, 1933, and passed away at her home on January 3rd, 2025. She was a homemaker for most of her life, caring for her loving family, her compassion and nurture will be remembered forever. Mary is preceded in death by her beloved husband, with whom she shares a profound bond.
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Kenneth Carson Beach
Jan 1, 2025
Kenneth Carson Beach, a beloved husband, father, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on January 1, 2025, at his home on Bainbridge Island, Washington. He was born on October 31, 1932, on Bainbridge Island, where he spent his life making a profound impact on everyone around him.
Kenneth's path in life was marked by service and dedication. He began his career...
Harold Eugene Gilliam
Dec 31, 2024
Harold Eugene Gilliam, affectionately known as Gene, passed away peacefully on December 31, 2024, in Silverdale, Washington, at the age of 88. Born on August 10, 1936, in California, Gene was a kind-hearted soul whose playful spirit and easy-going nature brought joy to all who had the privilege of knowing him.
Gene's life was characterized by patience and generosity. He had...
Donald Lloyd Purser Jr.
Dec 30, 2024
Donald Lloyd Purser Jr., born on March 4th 1975, in Decatur, Alabama, passed away on December 30th, 2024. He was 49 years old at the time of his passing. Donald was a remarkable individual whose life exemplified dedication and service as he worked diligently, harvesting seafood and fishing for the community. His hard work and kindness will forever be remembered.
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Stephanie Marie Alexander
Dec 27, 2024
In loving memory of Stephanie Marie Alexander, a cherished sister, friend, and daughter. Stephanie was born May 25, 1976, and passed away at a hospital in Seattle, WA. She was a proud member of the Suquamish tribe and, spent much of her time within the community, sharing joy and love with all who surrounded her.
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Dorothy Elsie Gilpin
Dec 22, 2024
Dorothy Elsie Gilpin was born in Los Angeles, California. She passed away on Bainbridge Island, WA.
Her parents were immigrants from Germany. They lived in the neighborhoods close to downtown. Her mother, Lina sewed bathing suits for the brand Catalina. Her father did all sorts of work during the Depression until he finally landed a job at McDonnell Douglas in Santa...
Richard Fulton
Dec 21, 2024
Richard Russell Fulton was born on August 3rd, 1952. He was born in Bremerton, Washington to Russell Fulton Jr. and Alice Vivian Fulton (George). He passed away on December 21st, 2024, at the age of 72 years old. Richard grew up in the Pacific Northwest in Washington state. He graduated from Chemawa High School in 1971. He grew up and...
Hank Smyth Todd
Dec 17, 2024
Henry (Hank) Smyth Todd died peacefully at home in Lynnwood, WA on December 17, 2024, after a year-long battle with brain cancer. Hank was surrounded by his family and close friends during his final days.
Born May 28, 1941, in Pasadena, CA to Henry Smyth Todd, Sr. and Ethel Mae Todd (Gavel), Hank graduated from Arcadia High School in 1959 and...
Stewart Grinnell Washington
Dec 17, 2024
Stewart Grinnell Washington was born on July 23, 1957, in Berkeley, California, to Stewart and Estelle Washington. From an early age, Stewart’s love of learning and natural curiosity set him apart, leading him to explore diverse interests that would shape his life.
Stewart’s spiritual journey began as an altar boy at St. Peter’s Parish in Rockridge, Oakland, California, where he developed...
Joseph Anthony Quinn
Dec 16, 2024
Joe passed away on December 16, 2024, at the age of 60. He was born in Riverside County, California to Michael James and Mary Elizabeth (Marybeth) Quinn. He had two sisters, Lisa and Pamela, and one brother, Michael. His father remarried in 1980 to Maureen (Hassell) and Joe enjoyed three additional brothers, Morgan, Mason, and Mitchell.
Joe grew up in the...
Patricia Gold
Dec 14, 2024
Patricia Gold, 77, (née Boynton), Bainbridge Island, WA, and Kailua-Kona, HI passed away peacefully in her sleep on December 14, 2024, at Hospice House, Tacoma, WA after a long illness. Her husband of 47 years, Stephen M. Gold, was with her when she died.She leaves behind her twin sister, Pam Sorrow (Jerry) Oconomowoc, WI, and sisters Judy Reynolds (Harold) Stuart,...
Charles Earl Callaham Jr.
Dec 13, 2024
On Friday, December 13, 2024, Chuck (Bunny) Earl Callaham, Jr, loving husband, father, and grandfather passed away of natural causes at the age of 91. Chuck was born on July 24, 1933, in Olympia, WA to Charles (Squirrel) and Signie Callaham. They moved to Bainbridge Island, WA when he was 3 where he remained an Island resident for his remaining...
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