Obituaries

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

Warren D. Bucy

Warren D. Bucy

Jul 20, 2024

On July 20, 2024, Warren Donnell Bucy, loving, devoted husband to Susan Mary Coles and faithful father to 4 sons, passed away peacefully at the age of 91 at the family beach cabin on Agate Pass. He was surrounded by his loving family.

Warren was born in Seattle on May 23, 1933, to Roy T. and Mabel D. Bucy. Growing up...

Anthony E. Seachord

Anthony E. Seachord

Jul 18, 2024

Anthony Elmus Seachord, known as Tony, was born on October 24, 1960, in Bremerton, WA, to Lealand and Darlene Seachord. He passed away on July 18, 2024, in Seattle, WA., at the age of 63. Tony was a proud enrolled member of the Port Gamble S’Klallam Tribe located in Kingston, WA. He grew up in Little Boston, WA., where he...

Nicolas V. Epanchin

Nicolas V. Epanchin

Jul 18, 2024

Nicolas Vladimir Epanchin, known to most as Nik, passed away on Thursday, July 18, 2024. He is dearly missed by his friends and family. An amazing husband and friend, a wonderful father, and a special grandfather, he was a man dedicated to experiencing all that he could in this world. He was an enthusiastic runner, hiker, collector, biker, photographer, and...

Dolores Perfecta Herzog

Dolores Perfecta Herzog

Jul 16, 2024

Dolores Perfecta Herzog, a beloved mother and a remarkable individual, passed away on July 16, 2024, at a hospital in Silverdale. Born on January 31, 1947, in Hayward, California. Dolores devoted many years of her career to the airline, where her passion for travel and connecting people shone through. Dolores earned an Associate's Degree, equipping her with the skills and...

Carolyn J. Pedersen

Carolyn J. Pedersen

Jul 15, 2024

Carolyn J. Pedersen, born on January 30, 1933, in Seattle, Washington, passed away on July 15, 202, at a hospital in her hometown. She was a dedicated librarian whose long and fulfilling career was marked by her unwavering commitment to education and the promotion of literacy. A proud graduate, Carolyn earned her bachelor’s degree, which laid the groundwork for her...

Karl P. Post

Karl P. Post

Jul 14, 2024

Born on June 5, 1960, in North Carolina, Karl Paul Post spent his early days there due to his father’s military service. However, it was Washington that he called home for most of his life. He lived in Port Townsend and Seattle, but eventually settled on Bainbridge Island, finding a community he deeply loved.

Karl worked at the Suquamish Clearwater Casino...

Christine Rogers

Christine Rogers

Jul 13, 2024

Christine (Chris) Marie Rogers (formerly Warmedahl, nee Brice), passed away July 13, 2024 surrounded by her loving family in Brownsville, Washington. She was 75 years old. Chris succumbed to complications of Parkinson's disease. She was born in Youngstown, Ohio on February 21, 1949 to Donald and Dorothy Brice. 

Chris was a beloved and talented teacher loved by students and parents, spending...

Warren Gross

Warren Gross

Jul 12, 2024

Warren H. Gross was born in Walla Walla in 1940 and has held it in a special place while his work took him around the world. He graduated from Whitman College in 1962 and married Mary Lee, a fellow Whitmanite in 1963. After an active duty stint in the Navy, he stayed in the reserves retiring as a Commander. His...

Nancy F. Downs

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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...