Michiko Saito, age 89, passed away peacefully on January 6, 2026 in Tacoma, Washington. She was born on January 5, 1937 in Tokyo, Japan and later made her home in the United States, ultimately in Tacoma. She was preceded in death by her husband and lived as a devoted widow for many years. She was...

Charles “Chuck” Arthur Christian, age 65, passed away after a brief illness. Born and raised in Tacoma, WA, Chuck spent most of his adult life in Bonney Lake, WA, where he built his life centered on family, friends, and the great outdoors. Chuck was a devoted partner, loving father, loving son,...

Honoring the Life of John Anthony Pearson March 31, 1957 – January 5, 2026 Our family remembers John Anthony Pearson as a cherished husband, stepfather, son, brother, uncle and friend. His presence filled every room with steady warmth and quiet confidence. John was born on March 31, 1957, in...

Gladys Elizabeth Armstrong, 88, passed away peacefully on January 4, 2026, in Tacoma, Washington. She was born on October 24, 1937, in Golovin, Alaska, where she spent her early years surrounded by the rich traditions, community, and natural beauty of the region. Gladys made her home in the South...

Almalu "Lu" Rosello Fauntleroy, age 54, has passed away in Dupont, WA on January 4, 2026. Almalu was born in Camp Zama, Japan on December 15, 1971 to parents Alfredo Samillano and Lourdes Rosello. She was a loving and caring person who loved her friends and family. She also loved the community...

Ralph L. Spaulding passed away on January 4, 2026, at the age of 93. His life was defined by service to his country, professional excellence, quiet pride in work of national significance. Growing up in the Portland area, he developed an early fascination with electronics and communications. For a...

Sidney Allen Stolp peacefully passed away on January 3, 2026, in Spanaway, Washington. He was 90 years old. Sidney was born on November 10, 1935, in Tacoma, Washington, to Alfred and Edith Stolp. Sid spent his early childhood near Kapowsin, where, as a boy, he and his buddies would climb the...

Ma. Isabel Romero Zuniga, age 53, has passed away in Tacoma, WA on January 2, 2026. She will be missed by her family, friends, and extended community. She is very loved. The family is working on a more complete obituary, however please honor her memory by leaving photos and memories on this...

Services are pending with Mountain View Funeral Home.

Shirley F. Merchant, a longtime resident of the Tacoma area, passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by her family on December 31, 2025, in Tacoma, Washington, at the age of 93. Born on March 12, 1932 in Northport, Washington, Shirley grew up with a deep appreciation for community, family...

Janice Ann Norden Miller was born on July 18, 1956, in Tacoma, Washington, to Alfred (Al) and Elizabeth (Betty) Norden. She grew up in Tacoma with her older sister, Cheryl and graduated from Lincoln High School in 1974, where she met her future husband, Walter Miller. Janice went on to attend...

Myrtle Frances Jones Appling went to be with the Lord on December 31st, 2025. She was born in Martinsville, Virginia on April 4th, 1925. Myrtle moved to Tacoma in 1951 with her husband Eugene Appling, Jr and together they raised a family of six children. In 1978, Myrtle had an opportunity to meet...