Shirley Darlene Smith, 89, went home to be with the Lord on March 24, 2026, surrounded by the presence and love of her daughter, granddaughter, and nephew. In the days leading up to her passing, she was able to spend time with many family members and friends—a reflection of just how many lives...

Jack E. Sanford passed away peacefully on March 24, 2026, in Olympia, Washington, at the age of 92. He was born on October 3, 1933, in Tacoma, Washington, where his lifelong roots in the Pacific Northwest began. Jack proudly served his country in the United States Navy, an experience that...

Claus Petak passed away on March 24, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of kindness, strength, and devotion. Claus was the beloved husband of Sondra Petak and a dedicated father to Shawn Petak (Jennifer), Ryan Petak (Kjerstie), and Kevin Petak (Dameras). He was a proud and loving grandfather to...

March 22, 2026, saw the passing of Dale Arden Gray of Lakewood, Washington. A few weeks short of his 95th birthday, he was peacefully seen off by his wife, Betty, after 75 years of marriage. During his long life, Dale got to do it all. Born in Tonganoxie, Kansas, to crop farmers Clarence and...

Donald Dean Elliott, surrounded by friends and family, was called away at sunrise on March 22, 2026 while at home in Bonney Lake, Washington. Don was born to Owen and Roberta Elliott on March 29, 1932, in Moro, Oregon. He grew up in Dash Point, Washington attending Stadium High School, and after...

Dean Moore, 80, was born on August 17, 1945, in Alameda, California, and passed away on March 22, 2026, in Tacoma, Washington. Dean proudly served his country in the United States Army, an experience that reflected his strong sense of duty and commitment. Following his military service, he built...

Our beloved father, Rudy Casibu Raspa, age 83, passed away on Sunday, March 22, 2026 in Franciscan Hospice House in Tacoma, WA. He was born on July 19, 1942 in Aklan, Philippines. Rudy was known for his dedication to the banking industry and his unwavering love for his family, bowling &...

Leilani “Lani” J. Jones, age 67, of Tacoma, Washington, went home to be with the Lord on March 21, 2026. After a sudden illness, she fought courageously, and the Lord brought her home. She was born on May 8, 1958, in Tacoma, Washington, and spent her life caring deeply for her family, her...

Services are pending with Mountain View Funeral Home.

Daniel Falefatu Hall, 51, of Pierce County, passed away unexpectedly on March 20, 2026. He was born on December 14, 1974, in Pago Pago, American Samoa, to William Andrew Hall Jr. and Faasili Foster. Daniel graduated from Marist Brothers High School in American Samoa and went on to build a career...

Marlene Thrall was born February 4, 1934 in Dow City, Iowa and passed away March 20, 2026 in Puyallup, Washington. She graduated from Lincoln High school in Tacoma in 1952. In 1951 she married George Thrall and was married for 47 years. Marlene worked for Washington Floral and sold tickets at the...

Marianne Patricia (Wilke) Johnson, age 66 of Tacoma WA, died March 19, 2026 after a courageous battle with lung cancer. Marianne was born March 18, 1960 to Walter and Beverley Wilke, the youngest of three children and sister to brothers Jim and Don. Marianne is survived by husband Paul Johnson;...