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Gunther Frisius, 76, a resident of Shelton, passed away July 15, 2023, at home. Arrangments by Emerald Cremation and Burial. Christopher Sigo, 41, a resident of Olympia, passed away July 22, 2023, at home. Arrangements are by McComb & Wagner Family Funeral Home and Crematory. Steven Manning Renecker, 73, a resident of Shelton, passed away July 26, 2023, at home. Arrangements are by McComb & Wagner Family Funeral Home and Crematory. Carol Sutherland, 80, a resident of Shelton, passed away July 26, 2023, at Mason General Hospital. Arrangements... Full story
After years of struggling with health issues, Bob Herr, 72, passed peacefully away on January 14, 2023. Bob was born in No. Attleboro, Massachusetts and was raised in South Seattle. Growing up he excelled in pole vaulting, football (playing alongside Terry Metcalf at Franklin High School), and spent endless hours on Lake Washington in his homemade hydroplane. After graduating from Washington State and the University of Washington, he spent the majority of his career as a dentist serving in the... Full story
Dale Lee Bracy passed away July 4, 2023, in Olympia, Washington. He was born in Shelton, Washington, on March 1, 1954, to Teddie Ray Bracy and Catherine Lorraine Bracy. Dale attended Southside Grade School and graduated from Shelton High School in 1972. He started his truck driving career right after high school and became a skilled truck driver who won numerous competition awards at Shelton Forest Festivals. He hauled logs for Manke Lumber and then decided to become an independent truck... Full story
Randy Chapman, a 76 year old resident of Shelton, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, July 9, 2023. His nephew Rick, and his niece Connie, were at his side when he took his last breath. The youngest of three children, Randy was born in San Jose, California on August 10, 1946, to Ken and Jerry (Haggerty) Chapman. Due to a traumatic birth, Randy was developmentally disabled. His family relocated to the Chapman Family home on Hood Canal when Randy was only six years old. In 1955, Randy and ni... Full story
John "Jack" Hardaway Connolly passed away peacefully at the age of 94. He was born in Olympia, Washington, and graduated high school from St. Martins in Olympia and attended St. Martins College and the State College of Washington. Jack was a veteran of the Korean War, serving in the 562nd Medical Ambulance Company. Among his many endeavors, he co-owned Shelton Meatpacking Company, was a founder of Romac Industries (manufacturer of pipe products), and farmed coffee in Quatemala. He is... Full story
The youngest of four, Ward was born to William and Carol Villines. After graduating Olympia High School he joined the U.S. Air Force and served two tours in Vietnam. The same year, he graduated from Georgia State he married his first wife, Judy McKinnon. Years later, Ward married his second wife, Debra Keravich. At the time of his passing the couple had spent 32 years together. Ward was the owner and manager of Characters Corner Tavern in the community of Steamboat Island. In total, he had worked 44 years at Characters before selling it in... Full story
Christopher Joseph Gordon passed away suddenly of heart complications on July 20th, 2023. Chris was born on May 20th, 1966 to Robert and Eloise Gordon of Shelton, Washington, the ninth of ten children. Chris worked at the top of his field as a drywall installer, widely known for his dedicated work ethic and quality craftsmanship. Chris was blessed with two families over his lifetime. He married Shelley Thompson in 1991 who he had two children with, Chase and Shaylie. Years later, he met and marr... Full story
Richard Peterson, 73, a resident of Shelton, passed away June 26, 2023, at home. Arrangements are by McComb & Wagner Family Funeral Home and Crematory. Daniel Zabresky, 46, a resident of Olympia, passed away July 12, 2023, in Olympia. Arrangements are by McComb & Wagner Family Funeral Home and Crematory. Rosemarie Valda, 91, a resident of Olympia, passed away July 17, 2023, at home. Arrangements are by McComb & Wagner Family Funeral Home and Crematory. Charles Edwin Noddin, 83, a resident of Centralia, passed away July 18, 2023, at home.... Full story
Remembering William Reed Ells, Jr. A Celebration of Life for William Reed Ells, Jr will be held Saturday, July 29, 2023 from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. at 7620 W. Shelton-Matlock Road. The family is providing main dish and refreshments. Please feel free to bring a side dish for the potluck and your memories to share.... Full story
Kyle Eli Malone, 40, a resident of Seattle, passed away May 22, 2023, at Harborview Medical Center. Arrangements are by McComb and Wagner Family Funeral Home and Crematory. Herman Eigenman, 88, a resident of Shelton, passed away July 9, 2023, at St. Peters Hospital. Arrangements are by McComb and Wagner Family Funeral Home and Crematory. John “Jack” Connolly, 94, a resident of Shelton, passed away July 7, 2023, at home. Arrangements are by McComb and Wagner Family Funeral Home and Crematory. Jack Petterson, 87, a resident of Shelton, pas... Full story
On June 30, 2023, our dad completed his life's journey in Shelton, Washington. Dad was born in 1934 in Volt, Montana to Gottlieb and Christina. His family later migrated to the little town of Quilcene, Washington where he grew up on the family farm with his 12 brothers and sisters. Dad graduated Quilcene High School in 1953 and started his long career life. He served honorably in the U.S. Army, spending a short time in Germany before returning home to work in the logging industry. Dad drove a lo... Full story
Brian was born December 30, 1962 in Bellingham, Washington, to Judith and Reed Tindall. By the time his sister Jean was born in 1966, the family was living in Mount Vernon, Washington. In 1974 his mother married Duane Eitreim, and the family went to live on Duane's farm in Bow, Washington. Whenever possible, they went to stay with their Shelton and Hood Canal families where many happy memories were made. In 1981 Brian graduated from Sehome High School in Bellingham, Washington and enlisted in... Full story
Mary Elizabeth Wyatt, 83, passed away on July 9, 2023 in the presence of family, whom she loved very deeply. She was a resident of Shelton, WA for over 51 years. Born in Chicago, Ill on May 3, 1940 to Albert and Mildred Minghi. On June 30, 1962, she married Wilburn Franklin Wyatt who passed away November 16, 2019. Mary was a homemaker for most of her married life. She was a volunteer firefighter, a member of the election board, and loved to bake, attend garage sales and shop for bargains. Above all though, Mary loved her family and the Lord.... Full story
Fern L. Adams, 92, of Belfair, died Wednesday, June 7, 2023, due to complications of late-stage vascular dementia. She passed peacefully surrounded by her loving family. Fern was born in El Paso, TX in 1930. She married the late Clifford F. Adams in Los Lunas, NM in 1948. He was a U.S. Navy Veteran of WWII and the Korean War. Survivors include her three children, Boyd of Los Lunas, NM, Sherry Tomerlin of Superior, AZ, and Ronald of Shelton, WA, along with seven grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Fern was preceded in death by... Full story
Alyson Louise Ruff-Roberts nee Ruff died at home of natural causes Sunday, June 18, 2023 at the age of 58. She was born on October 6, 1964 in Bremerton to Patrick Edward Ruff and Bonnie Baker Ruff. She grew up in Belfair and attended North Mason schools, was active in music and theater, was ASB Treasurer, and graduated as Valedictorian of the Class of 1982. She continued her education at the University of Puget Sound (UPS) where she graduated with a double major in Biology and Music. She was a... Full story
Carolyn M. Ragan passed away June 26, 2023. Carolyn is a long-time resident of Shelton, married to John C Ragan,Sr. until his death in 1978. Carolyn is survived by her three children; John C Ragan, Jr., Debbie Habelt, and Alex Ragan; three grand-daughters Sarah, Sydney, and MacKenzie. Carolyn was active in local real estate, the First Baptist Church of Shelton and the Hospital Guild.... Full story
Gregory Michael "Greg" Hillman, age 47, passed away unexpectedly in Chewelah, Washington on June 24, 2023. Greg was born on April 16, 1976, in Olympia, Washington to Dan and Bev (Trotzer) Hillman. Raised in Shelton, Greg began attending school at Bordeaux Elementary, before going on to graduate from Shelton High School with the class of 1994. Following his graduation, Greg would begin working towards his bachelor's in Recreation Management at Eastern Washington University. In 1995, he met...
Our Beloved Helen Elizabeth Schumpert Gerhold passed away gracefully and peacefully on March 10, 2023, at the age of 94 years and five days. Helen Gerhold was a hardworking, faithful Christian who put God first and served the Lord Jesus Christ with all her time and strength. She loved her family and prayed daily for her kids and grandkids, her greatest desire was that they know and follow the Lord Jesus. Helen and her family attended the First Baptist Church in Shelton, WA. The Gerhold family mo... Full story
John Lee Goetsch passed on April 13th, 2023. He was born to Martin and Ester Goetsch on December 24, 1936. John graduated from Bainbridge High School. After that he joined the Army. He worked for Seattle Ship and Lockheed as a welder. John was a very gifted mechanic. John lived in many placed during his life such as Ballard and Seattle, Washington, and also spent some time in Hanes, Alaska. John spent most of his life on Harstine Island in Shelton Washington. John was well known for working on c... Full story
Melba Jean (Perry) O'Neill went peacefully to meet Jesus on June 22, 2023. She anticipated a heavenly reunion with many, but most importantly, she is reunited once again with Bill, the love of her life. Melba was born on August 14,1925 in Shelby, Montana. When she was 14 the family relocated to Olympia where Melba graduated from Olympia High School in 1943. While working for the State of Washington Melba met the charming and newly discharged sailor, Bill O'Neill. It didn't take long for the... Full story
Carolyn M. Ragan, (no age listed) a longtime resident of Shelton, passed away June 26, 2023. Arrangements are by Woodlawn Funeral Home of Olympia, WA. Donna Kruize, 73, a resident of Yelm, passed away July 3, 2023, at The Dada’s Adult Family Home IV, in Olympia. Arrangements are by Funeral Alternatives of Washington. John McGoldrick, 82, a resident of Shelton, passed away July 4, 2023, at home. Arrangements are by McComb and Wagner Family Funeral Home and Crematory. Judy Lee Groezinger, 69, a resident of Elma, passed away July 5, 2023, at home.... Full story
Andrew "Andy" William Nacht, 49, passed away May 27, 2023. Andy was born January 22, 1974 in Chehalis, WA to William Nacht and Christine Judah. Andy's family moved to Shelton where he attended elementary school and high school. He later furthered his education and became a State Certified Millwright. Andy met his wife Heather through some mutual friends and after dating for a few years, they were married on June 8, 1995. Any worked in the timber industry. He worked for Simpson Timber Co. for... Full story
Philip Aubry Hamlin, passed away at home from pneumonia on June 20, 2023. He was born on February 15, 1935, in Peyton, Colorado as the eighth child of Art Hamlin and Clara Hamlin (Zimmerman). After graduating from Peyton High School, he enlisted in the U.S. Army, serving his time in Germany. He acquired B.S. and M.S. degrees in Chemistry from Colorado State University and his PhD in Analytical Chemistry from Kansas State University. Phil taught chemistry at Panhandle State University in... Full story
On June 21, 2023, Etta (Mae) Spring of Hoodsport, WA peacefully passed away in her sleep at the age of 83. Etta Mae Spring, popularly known as Mae Spring was born to Tory and Etta Mae Phipps on March 5, 1940, in Boise Idaho. Mae was their first child; she had four sisters and one brother. Mae moved to Hoodsport in 1967, with her three children. In 1971 Mae met her beloved husband Hans Spring they were happily married for 32 years; he passed on in 2003. Mae's work history included owning a few... Full story
Josephine Workman passed away June 27, 2023, at her home in Morton, Washington at the age of 95. She was born February 28, 1928, in Blackey, (Buchanan County) Virginia to Paris and Virgie (Stacy) Justus. Josephine married Dewey Workman in Montesano, Washington on August 23, 1947. They both enjoyed gardening, canning green beans and shared produce with family and friends. Josephine had three children, nine grandchildren, twelve great-grandchildren, four great-great grandchildren, and numerous... Full story
