Jean Marie Schneider
Oct 6, 2025
Jean Marie Schneider
May 21, 1944 – October 6, 2025
Jean Marie Schneider, known as Jeanne to her sisters, nieces, and nephews, and affectionately as Gram or Ducky Gramma to her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, passed away peacefully surrounded by her children on October 6, 2025, in Silverdale, Washington.
Born on May 21, 1944, in Portage, Wisconsin, Jean was the daughter of Victor and...
Gary Dean Blanchard
Oct 1, 2025
Gary Dean Blanchard of Sunnyslope, WA passed away on October 1, 2025. Gary was born on August 12, 1940 in Camas, Washington to Willie Raymon Blanchard and Verda Mae (Mower) Blanchard. Gary attended South Kitsap High School in Port Orchard, WA and graduated in 1958 from Weatherwax High School in Aberdeen, WA.
Gary proudly served in the United States Air Force...
Mary Josephine Marten
Sep 30, 2025
Mary J. Marten, 78, of Port Orchard passed away at Silverdale St. Michael’s Hospital from acute kidney failure. She was Anointed on Friday 26, by Father Ninevah from Our Lady Star of the Sea Catholic Church in Bremerton.
She was born in Milaca Minnesota, to Russell and Marian (Eli) Eckstrom. She attended O’Neal school from 1952-1956, a one room school with...
Shawn Alan Middleton
Sep 23, 2025
Shawn Alan Middleton, age 59, passed away on Tuesday evening, September 23, 2025, at St. Joseph's Hospital in Tacoma, Washington.
Born in 1966, Shawn was the cherished son of Judy and Jim Jesfield. From the beginning, he shared an extraordinary bond with his mother, Judy, who was not only his parent but also his best friend, closest companion, and each other's...
Edward James Panfili
Sep 18, 2025
Edward James Panfili was born to Edward Panfili and Vivian Irene McGuffie in Monterey, CA on December 6, 1949. He was raised in Napa, CA and graduated from Napa High School in 1967.
He met his wife Evelyn in the Napa High School Marching Band. They married in 1970 while Edward was working as a journeyman machinist.
He served in the US...
Marjorie Mary Fewel
Sep 17, 2025
Marjorie Mary Fewel passed away on September 17, 2025.
Marjorie was born October 28, 1930 in a lumber camp on the Washington Idaho border to Aime Lauzon and Margaret Jerome-Lauzon. She lived and attended school in Blanchard Valley with eight grades in the same classroom. She also attended school in Elk, Four Lakes, Newport and South Kitsap where she graduated with...
Brian Timothy Berry Sr.
Sep 17, 2025
Brian Timothy Berry Sr., born on October 30, 1956, was a beacon of joy and compassion the lives he touched. He departed this world on September 17, 2025 leaving behind a legacy rich in love, kindness, and laughter.
A proud graduate of South Kitsap High, Brian began his career as a logger, embodying a work ethic that mirrored his dedication to...
Nancy Marie Deese
Sep 14, 2025
Nancy Marie Deese, a beloved wife, caring mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, passed away at home in Olalla, Washington, on September 14, 2025. Born on May 22, 1940, in Winchendon, Massachusetts, to Edward and Margaret Richards; she graduated from Murdock High School in Winchendon, where she was a majorette. Nancy worked as a secretary for many years. She was an excellent...
Pamela Jean Morrison
Sep 14, 2025
Pamela Jean Morrison was born to Frank and Winifred Boyer on September 4, 1937 in the town of Bromley in Kent, a suburb of London. She and her family experienced the turbulent years of World War II.
Growing up Pam was active in the Girl Guides. She loved ballroom dancing and won several awards. She had a drive which would have...
Mina Lucile Tidwell
Sep 8, 2025
Our one of a kind, spunky, fun-loving mom, grandma, great grandma, sister and aunt -- Lucile or Lucy to everyone else -- passed peacefully into Heavenly Father’s arms after a long life full of adventure, laughs and love. Born in Pocatello, Idaho, she grew up in Shelton, Washington where she was the center of attention, much to her sister Joanie’s...
Nicki (Azalya) Southard
Sep 6, 2025
Nicki (Azalya) Southard, formerly known as Azalya Ruth Nichols, passed away peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of love and cherished memories.
Born in 1936 in Egan, South Dakota, Nicki was adopted by John and Ellnora Nichols, who were hardworking farmers. Her family's journey took them to the northwest during the war, but at the war’s end the family returned home to...
Andrew Micheal Gomez
Sep 6, 2025
Andrew Gomez was born on July 23, 1999, in Bremerton, Washington, to Amber and Art Gomez. Raised in Port Orchard, Andrew attended South Colby Elementary, John Sedgwick Junior High, and graduated from South Kitsap High School, where he met the love of his life, Angelika, in the cafeteria at just 15 years old. They began dating the very next day...
Merrillyn "Lyn" Ison
Sep 5, 2025
Merrillyn (Lyn) Ison
June 8, 1965 — September 5, 2025
Merrillyn (Lyn) Ison was born June 8, 1965 in Bremerton, WA. She was raised and lived in Kitsap County most of her life. As the baby of the family, she spent her early years with her parents, Merrill Ison and Joyce Ison-Angel and siblings Debbie, Donna, Dale, and Dorene. She attended Haddon...
Leslie Charles Sawdye
Sep 2, 2025
With great sadness, we announce the passing of Leslie ‘Les’ Charles Sawdye. He passed away at home and joined his Lord Savior on September 2, 2025. He was 71 years old.
Les was born on July 26, 1954 in Bremerton, WA where he was raised by his parents Arthur Charles ‘Bud’ and Isabel Rebecca ‘Becky’ Sawdye along with his three sisters,...
Margaret Lindeman Baldwin
Sep 1, 2025
Margaret (Margie) Lindeman Baldwin, of Woodinville and Port Orchard, WA, the eldest of four daughters of William F. and Jane R. Lindeman, passed peacefully on September 1, 2025. She was the beloved wife of 55 years to Keith G. Baldwin.
Margie was born in Lake Forest, IL, and moved with her family to Bellevue, WA in 1967. She attended Lake Forest...
Esmeraldo Ramos Santos
Sep 1, 2025
In Loving Memory of Esmeraldo Ramos Santos
Born August 9, 1933 – Macalaot, Cabatuan, Philippines
Esmeraldo lived a full and remarkable life, guided by love, faith, and dedication. He proudly served 20 years in the U.S. Navy, leaving behind a legacy of honor and hard work. A devoted husband to Lester, with whom he shared an unwavering love, and a caring father...
Tina Maria Robinson
Aug 31, 2025
“The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want. He makes me lie down in green pastures. He leads me beside still waters. He restores my soul.” — Psalm 23:1-3
With profound sadness, we share the passing of Tina Maria Robinson, who entered eternal rest on August 31, 2025, at the age of 67. Born in Salinas, California, to Joan Spohn...
Barbara Jean Hahn
Aug 30, 2025
Barbara Jean Hahn passed away on August 30, 2025. Barbara, or “Boots” was the oldest of four daughters born to Bud and Lilly Bell Hand in Bremerton, Washington, on September 8, 1933. Barbara is survived by her two daughters and two son-in-laws, Cheri and Gary Lyman, and Patti and Brad Smith (all of Port Orchard). She had seven grandchildren–Garrett Lyman...
Roy Kenneth Olund
Aug 22, 2025
Roy K. Olund, born on May 2, 1941, in Bremerton, Washington, raised in the close-knit community of Manchester with the Puget Sound and Blake Island as his playground, departed this life unexpectedly on August 22, 2025. Roy’s journey was marked by the love of family, a passion for discovery, and an unwavering commitment to his work.
Roy was a proud 1959...
Mark Allan Tripple
Aug 20, 2025
Mark Allan Tripple
May 11, 1956 — August 20, 2025
Port Orchard
Mark Allan Tripple, age 69, passed away peacefully on August 20, 2025, at the Franciscan Hospice House in University Place, Washington. Born on May 11, 1956, in Fargo, North Dakota, Mark lived a life full of compassion and selflessness.
Mark joined the Navy when he was 26 years old. He served for...