Colleen Catherine Tomlinson, age 63, passed away peacefully on August 12, 2025, in Port Orchard, Washington.
Born on March 17, 1962, in Bremerton, Washington, Colleen was the daughter of Thomas and Bertha (Blandford) Tomlinson. She graduated from South Kitsap High School in 1980 and worked at a variety of places over the years, including Guthrie’s, AM/PM, and Michael’s. She spent several...
Erren Keeth Barnhard
Age: 80, of Port Orchard, WA.
Born: March 17th, 1945, in Shelton, WA.
Died: Aug. 9th, 2025, in Port Orchard, WA., after a long illness, surrounded by his wife and daughter.
Preceded in death by parents Lyle and Lauretta Barnhard.
Survived by his wife: Donna Kasemeier.
Siblings: Shirley Langevin, Bonnie Dawley, Penny Denny.
Stepdaughter: Heather Kasemeier and stepson: David Kasemeier.
Grandchildren: Matthew Kasemeier, Kate Kasemeier,...
Mrs. Darlene May Bissonnette (née Lodge), age 91, passed away peacefully on July 30, 2025, in Port Orchard, Washington. Born on November 11, 1933, in Corona, California, Darlene lived a life defined by compassion, commitment, and an unwavering dedication to helping others.
From a young age, Darlene embraced the joy of movement and performance. Between the ages of 10 and 17,...
Louise Carter, beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on July 25, 2025, at St. Michael’s Hospital, at the age of 91.
Born on July 5, 1934, in Cottage Grove, Oregon, Louise was the daughter of Einar Lundbom, a Swedish immigrant, and Elsie Plueard, a member of a long-time Oregon pioneer family. She was preceded in death by her...
Betty Knoche of Gig Harbor, Washington died Sunday, July 20th , following a long and happy life. While we will all miss our “Bad Betty,” we are comforted in the knowledge she is again well bodied and golfing to her heart’s content from heavenly tees! She brought joy to those who knew her and her mischievous streak often left you...
Kent Michael Smith, affectionately known to friends and family as "Smitty," departed this world on the early morning of July 17, 2025, at his beloved home in Gig Harbor, Washington. Born on July 6, 1958, in Dayton, Ohio, he lived a life woven with laughter, love, and unforgettable memories, leaving an indelible mark on everyone fortunate enough to know him.
A...
Helen Marie Bergstrom, born on November 5, 1934, in Racine, Wisconsin, peacefully passed away on July 14, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. She was the beloved daughter of Samuel, an immigrant from the Netherlands, and Elizabeth Mulder, and shared her childhood with brothers Eugene and Jim, and sisters Joanne, Shirley, and Betty. Helen’s family journeyed from Fort Lauderdale, Florida,...
How do you explain the feeling of human sunshine? How do you translate the feeling of warmth into words? A 20 foot tall personality, in a 5 foot somethin' frame. A woman who never understood her impact, rarely put herself first but was the fuel for so many others to know their worth. She was a cookie from scratch fresh...
Donna Rae Waring, a radiant presence in the lives of those who knew her, was born on August 1, 1955, in Aberdeen, Washington. She departed this world on July 1, 2025, leaving behind a legacy woven with love, kindness, and an unmistakable warmth that touched all who were fortunate enough to cross her path.
Following her graduation from South Kitsap High...
Rodney Loren Korsmo, beloved husband, father, and grandfather, passed away peacefully on June 28, 2025, in Surprise, Arizona, at the age of 83.
Rod was born on December 3, 1941, in Grand Forks, North Dakota, to Maybelle Ruth Connor and John Korsmo. He proudly served four years in the United States Coast Guard, receiving an honorable discharge at the end of...
In Loving Memory of Cheryl Beth (Bernard) Silberman
April 1, 1944 - June 28, 2025.
Born on April 1, 1944 in Seattle, Washington, Cheryl grew up in Port Orchard where she developed the strong values and warm spirit that would define her throughout her life. She graduated from South Kitsap High School in 1963, marking the beginning of a life devoted to...
Donald Anthony Hunter, 91, of Port Orchard, Washington, passed away on June 26th, 2025. He was born on January 27th, 1934, in Detroit Michigan to Bernard and Catherine, and preceded by his brother Bernie. He was a devoted husband and is now joined in heaven with his beloved wife, Davina Grace Hunter.
His children, Mark (Deanna), Kathleen, Debra (George), and Steven;...
Kathrena Marie Byrne
Sunrise: May 17th , 1970
Sunset: June 26th , 2025
Kathrena Marie Byrne, a loving wife, mom, nana, sister, and friend, went home to be with our Heavenly Father on June 26th, 2025, in Silverdale, Washington. She was 55 years old and entered eternal rest on the same day she celebrated her 15th anniversary of sobriety; a milestone that reflected...
Norman Nicholas “Nick” Schneider Jr. passed away peacefully on June 25, 2025, at the Hospice House in Tacoma, Washington, surrounded by his beloved wife, Jean, and their children. He was 82 years old.
Born on June 19, 1943, in Watertown, Wisconsin, Nick lived a life defined by service, devotion, and quiet strength. He proudly served his country in the United States...
Mark Phillip Hansen, a beloved son, husband, father, brother, uncle, and friend, left this world on June 24 2025, in Seattle, Washington, after a courageous two-year battle with cancer. His family surrounded him in those final moments, a testament to the love and strength he brought to all their lives.
Born on September 18, 1977, in Canoga Park, California, Mark's journey...
Joseph Paul Baglio, was born February 9, 1921, the third of six children. He was born in Boston, Massachusetts to Italian immigrant parents, Giacomo (Jack) Baglio and Grazia Vitellaro Baglio. He graduated from Roslindale High School, spent a year in the Civilian Conservation Corps in the Dolores Colorado area. Joe enlisted in the Army in 1940 and went to flight...
Ann D. Brody, born on June 23, 1948, to Ruth and Homer Bates, left us peacefully on her 77th birthday, June 23, 2025. Her life was a beautiful tapestry woven with love, laughter, and adventure.
Annie was cherished by her family, including her two sisters, Vickie, who predeceased her in 2010, and Theresa. She was especially close to her cousin Rhonda,...
Bobbi Lee Rice, beloved mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend, passed away peacefully on June 19, 2025, at the age of 69. Born October 19, 1955, in Denver, Colorado, Bobbi was the cherished daughter of the late Charles Robert Hill and Betty Gray.
Bobbi’s life was centered around her deep love for family. She is survived by her five children, Charles...
Robert Alan Boman III
June 14, 2002 – June 9, 2025
Robert Alan Boman III passed away on June 9, 2025, in Tacoma, Washington, due to complications from diabetes following a severe illness. He was 22 years old.
Robert was born on June 14, 2002, in Silverdale, Washington, and graduated from Peninsula High School in Gig Harbor in 2020. He was an avid...
Leslie Dean Cochran (Buddy) was born on Memorial Day, May 30, 1947 to Leslie Everett Cochran and May Louise McDowell. Les' dad was from Lowell, MS and his mom was from Auckland, New Zealand. They met during WWII when his dad was a Lt. in the Army, stationed in New Zealand.
Les was born in Shelton, WA where his dad worked...