Late in the evening of September 26, 2026, six months after her 100th birthday, Ann Marie Bulger passed at home in Steilacoom, WA. She was born on March 15, 1926, a child of the Ides, in Brooklyn, NY, the eldest daughter of the late Marion and John Howard. Polio struck Ann when she was a girl but...

A Joyful Tribute to Virgie Lee Betts July 5th, 1950 – September 25th, 2026 We celebrate the beautiful life of Virgie Lee Betts, born in Houston, Texas, and peacefully passed away in Seattle, Washington. Her 76 vibrant years were filled with confidence, loyalty, resilience, and compassion. Despite...

Robert Van Buren, 61, was born in Tacoma WA on July 3, 1965 and passed away in nearby University Place, WA on September 25, 2026. For much of his life, Robert made his home in a residential program for people with developmental disabilities. Over the years, he developed an especially close bond...

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Paula Ann Gibson September 10, 1971 – September 24, 2026 It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Paula Ann Gibson, age 55, of Tacoma, Washington, on September 24, 2026. Paula was born on September 10, 1971, in Taft, California. Paula’s life was centered around her family, and...

Tom was a cherished husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend. He enjoyed spending time with his family and wife of 58 years. He proudly served in the US Air Force and was discharged upon returning from a tour in Vietnam. Tom then devoted 34 years of his life working for the City of...

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Dennis Harold Wilbert, 70, of Tacoma Washington, was born on December 22, 1955 and passed away on September 26, 2026. He was a cherished father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend. Dennis devoted 36 years of his life to working for the State of Washington. He also proudly served 4 years in...

Gary J. Olli, 54, of Tacoma, WA passed away on September 23, 2026. Born in Tacoma, Gary grew up with a strong sense of service and a willingness to lend a hand—qualities that stayed with him throughout his life. As a young man, he earned the rank of Eagle Scout and later served as a volunteer...

Curtis Christel passed away on September 22, 2026. Curits will be missed and is loved by many family and friends. Family is currently working on a more complete obituary. Please honor the life and memory of Curtis by leaving cherished memories, messages, and photos for his family on the tribute...

Services are pending with Mountain View Funeral Home.

Services are pending with Mountain View Funeral Home.