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...
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...
Dale Vaughn Higley
Aug 14, 2025
Dale Higley, a proud veteran, loving father, and devoted family man, passed away surrounded by love.
Dale honorably served his country as a 1st Class Radioman in the United States Navy, a role he carried with steadfast dedication and pride. His service reflected his commitment to duty, discipline, and country.
He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Mary Higley, with...
Colleen Catherine Tomlinson
Aug 12, 2025
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
Aug 9, 2025
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,...
Michelle Aileen Mensinger
Aug 3, 2025
Michelle Aileen Mensigner, beloved daughter, sister, and friend, passed away unexpectedly on August 3rd after a tragic trip and fall accident. She was born in Washington and in her adult life called Arizona, Guam and Washington Home.
Michelle is survived by her mother, Aileen Richmond, her siblings, Christine Saetre (Alf Steinar), Tamara Smith, Derek Smith (Amanda and children Sydney and Vienna),...
Darlene May Bissonnette
Jul 30, 2025
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 Mardell Carter
Jul 25, 2025
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 Joyce Knoche
Jul 20, 2025
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
Jul 17, 2025
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
Jul 14, 2025
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,...
Janet Rae Hudina (Jacklin)
Jul 11, 2025
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...
Shirley L. Summerill
Jul 4, 2025
Shirley Summerill, a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother, passed away on July 4, 2025, at Fieldstone Memory Care in Silverdale, from complications following a fall. She was 91.
She was born on September 3, 1933, in Coolidge, Arizona, to Bede and Carolyn Davis. Shirley grew up in Rogue River, Oregon, and often recalled learning to swim in the Rogue River. She...
Larry Rogers
Jul 2, 2025
Lawrence (Larry) Percival Rogers passed away on July 2, 2025, at his home with family at his side. He was 82 years old.
He was born in Port Angeles, Washington on March 2, 1943, to Percy and Phyllis (Peterson) Rogers.
He lived his younger childhood years between Port Angeles, Washington and Carlsbad, California where he helped work in his parents' bars and...
Donna Rae Waring
Jul 1, 2025
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
Jun 28, 2025
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...
Cheryl Beth Silberman
Jun 28, 2025
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
Jun 26, 2025
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
Jun 26, 2025
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...