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Jerry W. Webb, 82, passed away peacefully at his home on September 8, 2024, in Shelton, Washington. Born on December 23, 1942, in Decatur, Illinois Following graduation from Ramona High School in Riverside, California, in 1961, Jerry served in the United States Marine Corps from 1960 to 1968, an experience that shaped much of his later life. After his military service, he furthered his education with two years at MCI in Quantico, VA. Professionally, Jerry was a master of many trades. He worked a...
Robert John Sund passed away peacefully with family by his side in Shelton on September 27, 2024, at the age of 95. Bob was born in Seattle and graduated from Lincoln High School, where he met Donna, the love of his life and wife of 73 years. He grew up the son of a Norwegian tugboat captain. When he wasn't playing sports, he was working as a deckhand on his dad's tug and exploring the Olympic Mountains. His family spent summers on Hood Canal where his grandfather homesteaded in 1889. After...
Beatrice E. Sande, a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend, passed away peacefully on September 12, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of love and community spirit. Born in Seattle, Washington, on January 15, 1933, to Andrew and Sybil Duval, Bea's journey through life was marked by devotion, warmth, and an unwavering commitment to those she cherished. At the tender age of 14, Bea met her soul mate, Allan Sande, they were married three years later, and their love story blossomed in...
Theresa Florence Jacobson was born in Denver, CO on December 14, 1958. She died on September 25, 2024 in Olympia, WA. Her parents were Olof Hildebrand Jacobson and Margaret Ellen Detweiler Jacobson. She was named for her two grandmothers. Her loving family includes four sisters and one brother. The family home was filled with laughter, music and smart-aleck jokes. "Books are our friends" were words to live by. The Jacobsons were very fortunate to spend summers in the Colorado high country, in a...
William "Bill" Kenneth Gray, 70, Montesano resident and former truck driver passed away on Friday, September 27, 2024, at his home in Montesano, Washington. Bill was born on April 2, 1954, to Kenneth and Delores (Belland) Gray in Shelton, Washington. The youngest of two children, Bill graduated from Shelton High School in 1972. He then went on to receive his bachelor's degree from Evergreen State College. Bill married his first wife, and they welcomed their only son, Corbett Gray in November...
Norman "Norm" Lee Huisingh passed away on August 14th, 2024 surrounded by family and friends after a courageous battle with cancer. He is survived by his sons Christopher Huisingh (Cynthia Huisingh) and Richard Huisingh (Diane Huisingh), grandchildren Jordyn and Cameron and brothers Robert Huisingh, Vernon Honstain and Raymond Huisingh. He is preceded in death by his wife Claudia Rae Huisingh (2004) and brother Bernard (2024). Norm was born on April 28th, 1949 in Eugene Oregon to parents...
On September 24th, 2024, we lost a pillar in our community. We remember Jody Unterseher, whose spirit departed from us at the age of 79. Jody, a beacon of unwavering friendship and kindness, has left an indelible mark on the hearts of all who were fortunate enough to know her. We invite all who cherished Jody to join us in a ceremony of remembrance at the First Baptist Church in Shelton, on Saturday, October 19th, 2024 at 11:00 a.m., where we will share stories, laughter and tears, just as Jody...
Please join us to celebrate Edee's 95 years of joyous living. Saturday, October 12, 2024 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Shelton Senior Center 190 Sentry Drive, Shelton, WA...
Jason Nollis Rogers was born October 5, 1971 in Winslow, AZ and passed away May 2, 2024 in Federal Way, WA. He was 52 years old....
Robert W. Marcy, 80, a resident of Shelton, passed away September 10, 2024, in Shelton. No funeral arrangements at this time. Robert “Bob” Gerald Grandaw, 89, a resident of Hoodsport (Lake Cushman), and U.S. Air Force Veteran, passed away September 23, 2024, at Tacoma General Hospital in Tacoma, WA. Arrangements are by Forest Funeral Home and Crematory. Jody Unterseher, 79, a resident of Shelton, passed away September 24, 2024, at home. Arrangements are by McComb & Wagner Family Funeral Home and Crematory. Theresa Jacobson, 65, a resident of Sh...
Lois Jean Wagner, 59, passed away unexpectedly on August 30th, 2024. Lois was born on December 19th, 1964 to Charles "Al" Wagner and Vicki (Hall) Harmon. Lois grew up in Shelton, WA and graduated from Shelton High School, where she was involved in multiple sports. She also studied at South Puget Sound Community College and Centralia College. Lois worked for many years at Taylor Station, where she started as a dishwasher and learned her craft of cooking for others. She went on to work at Mary M....
We lay Arthur into his grandmother's arms who can now take him in their loving care. Forever shall we proudly remember Arthur with all the love that our lives can give. Pure love, real love, our most true love, until such a day when his mother and father will take over and care for him through the remainder of time. Arthur is survived by his Mother and Father, Connie and David Spezza, sister Brenda and her husband, Jarod, and their children, brother, Sam, sister Kimberly and her husband Brandon...
Jerry W. Webb, 82, passed away peacefully at his home on September 8, 2024, in Shelton, Washington. Born on December 23, 1942, in Decatur, Illinois. Following graduation from Ramona High School in Riverside, California, in 1961, Jerry served in the United States Marine Corp. from 1960 to 1968, an experience that shaped much of his later life. After his military service, he furthered his education with two years at MCI in Quantico, VA. Professionally, Jerry was a master of many trades. He worked...
Norman "Norm" Lee Huisingh passed away on August 14th, 2024 surrounded by family and friends after a courageous battle with cancer. He is survived by his sons Christopher Huisingh (Cynthia Huisingh) and Richard Huisingh (Diane Huisingh), grandchildren Jordyn and Cameron and brothers Robert Huisingh, Vernon Honstain and Raymond Huisingh. He is preceded in death by his wife Claudia Rae Huisingh (2004) and brother Bernard (2024). Norm was born on April 28th, 1949 in Eugene, Oregon to parents...
Kenneth M. Howard, Sr., age 94, passed away September 14th, 2024, surrounded by his family. He was born May 26th, 1930, to Elmer and Esther Howard in Carlisle, WA. Kenneth married Wynona Cook on December 23rd, 1950. Kenneth and Wynona settled in Matlock, WA, where they raised their four children, Kenneth Jr., Mildred, Margurette, and Kevin. Kenneth was employed in the timber industry. He was an avid hunter, and he and Wynona loved to travel to Branson, Missouri, where they visited 26 times. It w...
Loren Lee Longland, 79, of Shelton, Washington passed away, Friday, June 21, 2024 at Fir Lane Health & Rehab Center, after complications from an accidental fall. He was born July 5, 1944, the first born child to Floyd and Lillian (Koch) Longland, in Olympia, Washington. He attended school at McCleary Elementary only to leave his schooling behind to pursue other interests. He worked a variety of jobs from millwork at Simpson, painting houses, to manufacturing doors. But, his passion was making...
Dorothy Lois McDonald was born to Laura and Harry Gruver on March 13, 1927 in Prescott, Washington. She died peacefully at the Black Lake Adult Care Home in Tumwater, on September 7, 2024, at the age of 97. She was raised in Waitsburg, in Eastern Washington, until her parents moved to Shelton in the 1930's. She graduated from Irene S. Reed High School in 1945 and went to Washington State College for a year before transferring to Western Washington College, which is now Western Washington...
Joanne Avon Morrow Norris, loving wife, mother, grandmother and very proud nurse, sadly passed away of a stroke at Mason General Hospital on August 26, 2024. She was born August 12, 1947 to John and Helen (McCartney) Morrow in Aberdeen, WA. She married Randy Norris August of 1968 in Shelton, WA, where she lived for 70 years. Joanne enjoyed her family and loved them immensely. Aside from her family, her pride in life was her incredible nursing career at Mason General Hospital for 50 years. She...
In loving memory of Paula Newman Rioux, who passed away on August 16, 2024, one day before her 80th birthday. She was born August 17, 1944 in Tacoma, WA. Paula graduated from Stadium High School and then moved to Hoodsport, WA where she met Patrick Rioux, and were married August 3, 1979. Combining the two families was a growing experience. Paula had four children, Larry Olson, Paul Olson, Bud Kuker and Keli Rioux. Also surviving are Renee White and numerous grandchildren and...
Laura George Yorke (Ashbaugh) was born March 12, 1933 in Shelton, Washington to Edgar George and Zedna Elizabeth (Coleman) Ashbaugh. Laura passed away at home in Shelton on September 13, 2024 at the age of 91. She is survived by her sons, Glenn (Brenda) Lockwood of Madison, WI; Scott (Robyn) Lockwood of Shelton, WA and Sam (Julie) Lockwood of Kalama, WA, and numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her son Daniel Lockwood, husband...
Vivian Johnson, 82, a resident of Federal Way, passed away September 5, 2024, at Avalon Care Center in Federal Way, WA. Arrangements are by McComb & Wagner Family Funeral Home and Crematory Dorothy McDonald, 97, a resident of Shelton, passed away September 7, 2024, at Black Lake Adult Care Home in Tumwater, WA. Arrangements are by McComb & Wagner Family Funeral Home and Crematory Jerry Webb, 81, a resident of Shelton, passed away September 8, 2024, at home. Arrangements are by McComb & Wagner Family Funeral Home and Crematory. Arthur Spezza, 42...
After a ten-year battle with lung cancer, Janet Peabody passed peacefully at home with her husband by her side in West Columbia, TX, on June 9, 2024. She was 64 years old. Born May 4, 1960 in Shelton, WA, Janet was the fourth child of five in a blended family. Her parents are Walt Wolden, who preceded her in death, and Gerry (Villines) Shafter. The family moved to Centralia, WA, the same year where Janet completed her education. She graduated from Centralia High School with the class of 1978....
Lawrence Richard Ambrose was born June 1, 1938 in Tacoma to George and Aurora Ambrose. He passed away August 26, 2024 at home in Grapeview, WA. He lived on Mason Lake for 17 years. During his life, he lived in Tacoma, Castle Rock, Longview and various locations while serving in the U.S. Navy. He graduated from Stadium High School in Tacoma, WA in 1957, and later attended Tacoma Community College and the University of Puget Sound. He served in the U.S. Navy for 20 years and 10 years in the Fleet...
Lois Wagner, 59, a resident of Elma, passed away August 30, 2024, at Hood Canal Elementary School in Skokomish Nation in Mason County, WA. Arrangements are by McComb & Wagner Family Funeral Home and Crematory. Robert “Bob” Lee Dilger, 88, a resident of Lilliwaup, (U.S. Army) passed away August 30, 2024, at Providence St. Peter Hospital in Olympia, WA. Arrangements are by Forest Funeral Home and Crematory. Richard Karr, 90, a resident of Shelton, passed away August 30, 2024, at Alpine Way Continuing Care in Shelton, WA. Arrangements are by McC...
Born the youngest child of John McKinley Pugh and Ella May Utterback Pugh, Nancy grew up on the family dairy farm in Shedd, OR with brother Wesley Pugh and sister Phyllis Pugh Roberts Krefting. She graduated in a class of 17 from Shedd School then completed three years at Oregon State College where she caught the eye of George A. Rizor, Jr. She obtained her "Mrs." in Riverside Chapel in NYC on August 1951. With George, a young Army officer, Nancy set up home making around the world, living in...
