Barbara Ann Pearson
Jul 20, 2026
Barbara Ann Pearson May 7, 1936 - July 20, 2026
With deep sorrow, we announce the passing of Barbara Pearson, who will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved her.
Barbara was born in Okmulgee, Oklahoma to Bluit and Roberta (nee Houston) Pearson. Barbara lived in a number of places in her life, however her favorite town...
Delores May Cravens
Jul 5, 2026
Delores May "Dee" Cravens (Clapper), born April 11, 1930, in Lambert, Montana, passed away peacefully July 5, 2026, in Centralia, Washington, at the age of 96. She was a beloved mother, grandmother and friend who brought joy and warmth to all who knew her.
Delores was the cherished daughter of Jesse Clapper and Bertha Townsend, who preceded her in death....
Gloria Jean Jenson
Jul 3, 2026
Gloria Jean Jenson passed away July 3, 2026, at Sharon Care Assisted Living in Centralia, Washington. She was born April 29, 1934, in Carrington, North Dakota.
Gloria met and married Leo Jenson in Carrington in 1952. In 1962, they moved with their four daughters to Centralia.
She was a faithful member of Immanuel Lutheran Church. Gloria worked for Anderson Dental...
Kevin Dean Taylor
Jul 2, 2026
Tragically, on July 2, 2026, the family and friends of Kevin Taylor were reminded just how precious life is after he passed away suddenly at the age of 62.
Kevin was born Feb. 9, 1964, in Cheyenne, Wyoming; however, he spent the majority of his childhood in Washington state. As a young man, he moved to Southern California, where he...
James Phillip Gardner
Jul 1, 2026
In loving memory of James (Jim) Phillip Gardner. Jim passed away peacefully on July 1st, 2026 holding his granddaughter's hand at Woodland Village in Chehalis, WA. He was 101 years old and still had all his wit and memories.
Jim was born in St. Louis, Missouri on February 27th, 1925 to John David and Lola Mae Gardner. He grew up playing...
Donald Edward Hershman
Jul 1, 2026
Donald Edward Hershman passed away at home on July 1, 2026. He was surrounded by family and was loved by many. Donald lived a life full of adventure and excitement.
Donald was born Dec. 26, 1936, to James and Wava Hershman in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho. During his childhood, his family moved around Idaho. Donald joined the United States Navy on...
William Britton Morse
Jun 29, 2026
William "Bill" Britton Morse, 87, of Centralia, Washington, passed away peacefully on June 29, 2026, from the effects of Parkinson's disease. A proud veteran, master builder and dedicated family man, Bill lived a life defined by hard work and community involvement.
Born March 9, 1939, in Portland, Oregon, Bill grew up in Seaview, Washington, which he always considered his true...
Arthur Eldridge Symons Jr.
Jun 23, 2026
After living a long and blessed life Arthur E. Symons, Jr. passed away peacefully, at home, on June 23, 2026.
Art, as he was known, was born October 23, 1929 to Arthur and Louise Symons in Seattle, Washington. He is survived by his wife of nearly seventy years Glenna J. Symons. He is predeceased by his sister Margie Lee and...
Willard Wayne Latimer
Jun 11, 2026
Willard "Bill" Wayne Latimer, aka "Goat," 81, of Chehalis, Washington, passed away June 11, 2026.
Bill was born Feb. 27, 1945, to Willard and Lorraine Latimer in Raymond, Washington.He graduated from Willapa Valley High School in 1963. He married his lifelong partner and friend, Julie, Dec. 11, 1965.
After graduation he attended college and graduated from the University of Washington...
Cora Ruth Smith
Jun 3, 2026
Cora Ruth Smith, 91, of Onalaska, Washington, peacefully left this life to be with her Savior Jesus Christ early on Wednesday morning, June 3, 2026.Cora was born at the family home to Frank and Margaret Extine on January 11, 1935 in Onalaska, the 4th and youngest child of the family. She loved reminding us that she was "the baby" and...
Ronald Lee Burns
May 30, 2026
It is with great sadness that the family of Ronald Burns reports his death. Ron fought a year-long battle with cancer. He leaves behind his beloved wife Edith, 3 sons and grandchildren. Ron served in the Navy in Asia during the Vietnam War. Lifelong he worked as a boilermaker. Belief in Jesus Christ as his personal Savior was key in...
Velma Rose Helling
May 28, 2026
Velma Rose Helling left us on May 28, 2026 at the age of 95. She was born in 1930 in Bolivar, Missouri, to Henry and Lucille Sterling. In 1935, her family moved to Independence, Missouri, where she was raised and later graduated from William Chrisman High School.
Shortly after graduation, Velma met the love of her life, Leo Helling. They married...
Darlene Lund
May 23, 2026
Darlene (Brown) Lund, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and woman of deep and abiding faith, passed away May 23, 2026 in Centralia, Washington. Born on January 17, 1945, in Olympia, Washington, to Joyce Wayne Brown and Ada Violet Jones, Darlene grew up in Littlerock, later graduating from Rochester High School.Darlene married the love of her life, Dale Lund, in May...
Dallas Fast
May 21, 2026
Dallas Eugene Fast went to be with Jesus on May 21, 2026, at the age of 82. He was born in Dallas, Oregon, on Feb. 26, 1944, to A.J. and Ethel Fast.
He graduated from North Thurston High School in Lacey, Washington, in 1962 and attended Warner Pacific University in Portland, Oregon, where he met his future wife, Linda Kuykendall....
Linda Jean Katwijk
May 10, 2026
Linda Jean Smith Katwijk
December 10, 1957-May 10, 2026
Linda Jean Smith Katwijk passed away...
Jaimelyn Craig-Kover
May 8, 2026
Jaimelyn Craig (Kover), 46, passed away on May 8, 2026.Born on December 1, 1979, Jaimelyn was deeply loved from the moment she entered this world and remained deeply loved throughout her life. She had a kind and caring heart, a love for her many friends, and a special affection for dogs. Before becoming ill, one of her greatest joys was...
