Obituaries

Jan 12, 2026

Donald MacLean Smith

Don was a Preacher’s Kid. His early memories were of big sky country in Browning, Montana. His childhood was filled with memories of long horseback rides, abundant winter snow and the awesome scenery of Glacier National Park. His family moved for a few years to Massachusetts where he became a Boston Red Sox fan. Finally, the family moved...

Dec 30, 2025

Robert Eugene Eko passed away at the age of 97, Dec. 30, 2025. He was born Sept. 6, 1928, to Oscar and Hilma Eko, Robert grew up in Rochester with his siblings, Lorraine, Lucille, and Johnny. During the summers he spent considerable time on his grandparents' farm in Lincoln Creek Valley. Robert graduated from Rochester High School and served in...

Dec 26, 2025

Steven Harold Myhr was born May 24, 1947, in Chehalis, Washington, and died December 26, 2025. He attended Oakview and Chehalis grade schools and graduated from W.F. West High School. He continued his education in college from 1965 to 1967. Through a temporary job placement service started by two girls attending his college, Steve learned of an opening as a...

Dec 24, 2025

Sue Ann Telecky With a heavy heart the family of William Telecky announces the passing of Sue Ann Telecky on December 24, 2025, at the age of 74 years. Sue is survived by her loving husband of 28 years, William Telecky; her children Eric and Rodger Lopez, and Michael Telecky; her grandchildren, Brendon, Damien, and Ashton; her sister Laura Israelson...

Dec 17, 2025

Dec 15, 2025

On December 15, 2025, our family lost a husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather. Richard Paul Hayes was known affectionately as Dick by friends and family. Born on June 28, 1935, in Santa Ana, California, Dick was a creative and honorable man known for his hard work and reliability. He lived a fulfilling life that spanned 90 years, leaving an indelible...

Dec 8, 2025

Roger Lee Elder was born on March 22, 1939, and passed away peacefully on December 8, 2025, at the age of 86. He was the fourth of six boys born to Chester and Averill Elder and grew up in Chehalis, Washington, where he attended Chehalis schools. In 1956, Roger proudly enlisted in the United States Navy. During his service, he...

Nov 20, 2025

Kathleen Laurel "Kat, Kathy" Allen (Lunn), born in 1953 in San Francisco, California, passed away peacefully on Nov. 20, 2025, at her home in Centralia, Washington. She was 72 years old. Kathy spent her formative years in Centralia, where she graduated from Centralia High School in the Class of 1971. Her life was dedicated to her family, and she enjoyed...

Nov 17, 2025

Don Winton Collins Jr., age 75, passed away on November 17, 2025. Born on July 29, 1950, in Fullerton, California, Don lived a life marked by service, dedication, and love for his family. Raised in Illinois, Don graduated from Glenbrook High School in Northbrook before proudly serving his country in the United States Air Force during the Vietnam War. His...

Nov 16, 2025

Terry Lee Wilson, 78 years old, born 6/10/1947, went to be with his Savior on 11/16/25 after a long battle with cancer. He was born in Billings, Montana, where he attended school and graduated in 1965. He enlisted in the US Navy soon after Corpsman training. He was deployed to Vietnam in 1968 with the US Marine Corps. He received...

Nov 7, 2025

It is with profound respect and admiration that we remember the life of Michelle LeAnne Curtis, known to us as Michelle Curtis. Born on April 14, 1970 in Olympia, Washington, Michelle graced our lives with intelligence, courage, and unwavering love until her passing on November 7, 2025. Michelle was a beacon of strength and resilience, a woman shaped by the...

Nov 2, 2025

Thomas Christian Reimer (Tom), 57, was received into the arms of his Savior on November 2, 2025, in Tacoma, WA. He passed peacefully in his home, surrounded by his loving family. Tom was born on October 31, 1968, in Seattle, WA, to Arnold (Arnie) and Katherine (Kathy) Reimer. In 1972, the Reimer family moved to Bergen, Alberta, where he was...

Nov 1, 2025

Oct 25, 2025

In the words of Albert Einstein, "The only source of knowledge is experience." Genise Louise Morgan, a life lived full of vibrant colors, passions, and unique experiences, and unending love for her K9 pals. She passed away on October 25, 2025. She was brought into this world, on March 23, 1973, in Chehalis, WA. Genise's laughter and vitality were the...

Oct 24, 2025

Stephen John Davis, better known as Steve, was a creative and thoughtful soul who filled the world with his charisma and talent. Born on March 14, 1947, in Aberdeen, WA, he brought a unique spark of life that was truly one-of-a-kind. Steve was a lifelong resident of Chehalis and part of the W.F. West class of 1965. Steve lived a...

Oct 16, 2025

With a heart as big as his sense of humor, Lloyd Elwin Dobyns, or "Mr. Darigold" to those who knew him best, passed away on October 16, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter, and dedication. Born on February 5, 1930, in Chehalis, WA, Lloyd was a living testament of the town's true spirit - a funny and generous...

Oct 12, 2025

Nancy was born on September 11th, 1959, to Manuel and Alice Medina in Oxford, California. She passed peacefully October 12, 2025, in Centralia, Washington, surrounded by her family. Nancy lived on the Chehalis Reservation in Oakville, WA, with her husband of 47 years, Raymond Romero. Where she proudly served her community, and worked as a longtime Elder's Coordinator, for the...

Oct 10, 2025

Joyce Barnes, born Anita Joyce Cottriel, on December 27, 1933, in Ventura, CA, was a beacon of light to all who were privileged to know her. She was dedicated, ambitious, and generous, always seeking to enrich the lives of those around her with her loving spirit. Joyce was a passionate woman who believed in the words of Romans 8:28, "And...

Sep 23, 2025

John V. Faber (1928-2025) was surrounded by family as he passed peacefully into eternity to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on 9/23/25 in Centralia, Washington. He is survived by his children - Daniel Faber, Robert & Susan (Faber) Baker, Theodore Faber, Mario & Cynthia (Faber) Lujan, as well as 6 grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren. He was...

Sep 18, 2025

Beverly Ann (Akins) Spoor passed away on September 18, 2025 in Centralia WA. Born to George and Eliza Akins in Wheatland, CA, on May 16, 1935, Beverly was the last of five children and is preceded in death by her siblings, sister, Ruth and brothers Gordon, Charles and GR (George Rolla). Beverly met the love of her life, Mancel Spoor,...