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Christina Krueger
Feb 28, 2023
Christina Krueger August 29, 1930 – February 28, 2023 Born Christina Schuettke, with no middle name – she thought her middle name was Irene until she saw her birth certificate at age 18 and found her parents had not given her one. She was born on August 29, 1930 to Erich Herman Schuettke and Christine Lucile Matilda (Phetteplace) Schuettke in...
Jacqueline Lorraine Petty
Feb 26, 2023
Jacqueline Lorraine Petty, 51, of Port Orchard, Washington, passed away on February 26th, 2023 after her courageous 30 year battle with Kidney Disease. Jackie was born on July 16th, 1971, to Gloria Erickson(Petty) in Bremerton, Washington. Jackie attended school in Port Orchard where she spent her entire life. Jackie grew up with so much compassion, drive and ambition for family...
Joseph Lyle Snow
Feb 19, 2023
Joseph Lyle Snow, known to many as Joe, was born in Bremerton, WA on July 19, 1933. Joe passed away on February 19, 2023, surrounded by loved ones. Preceded in death by wife Diane, and children Daniel, Shirley Jo, Donna, Donnie, and Dennis, as well as, beloved parents Clarence and Lilly Snow, and siblings Gene, Janice, Barbara, Sharon, and Rosemary....
Kenneth Charles Schwartz
Feb 16, 2023
Kenneth C. Schwartz, age 80, of Port Orchard, Washington, passed away at home on February 16, 2023. Ken was the beloved husband of Jeri. They walked hand in hand through their 45 years together. Ken was preceded in death by his parents, Robert and Mabel; his wife, Jeri; his brother, Bob; and his daughter Suzanne Penny. He was survived by...
Thelma Jean Suzanne Day
Feb 8, 2023
Thelma Jean Suzanne Day was born on March 3, 1973 in Houston, Texas to Jose and Irma Benavidez. Thelma spent her youth years growing up in Port Orchard, Washington attending East Port Orchard Elementary, Marcus Whitman Junior High and South Kitsap High School. She completed a business administration course at Clover Park Technical College and also attended Everglades College, earning...
Margaret "Peggy" Parnell Keenan (Lougheed)
Jan 28, 2023
Margaret “Peggy” Parnell Keenan (Lougheed) passed away peacefully in her sleep Jan. 28, 2023. She was 89. From a young age Peg had an adventurous spirit that permeated throughout her life. That, coupled with her career as a social worker, gave her a unique perspective on a purposeful life. She was caring and compassionate, fun-loving and joyful, but most of...
Terry C. O'Neill
Jan 26, 2023
On January 26th 2023 Terry passed from the arms of his beloved wife Wendy for over 64 years into the eternal arms of Jesus. He was surrounded by his loving family in his final days of life here on earth. He valiantly fought a long battle of recurring pneumonia which rewarded him extended months, if not years, with us all....
Robert David Elkin
Jan 25, 2023
Robert David Elkin was born on March 14 1938, in Indiana County, Pennsylvania to Robert and Nelle Elkin and passed away peacefully on January 25th, 2023 in Gig Harbor Washington. He attended El Cajon Valley High School in El Cajon, CA and attended Everett Community College in Washington State. Dave served in the United States Navy from 1955 to 1980,...
Lila June Boyd
Jan 23, 2023
Lila June Boyd (Gross) (75) passed away peacefully in the arms of her family on Monday January 23rd, 2023 after an extended illness. She was born in Ontario, OR and raised in Fruitland, ID. Lila married the love of her life, Bruce Boyd of Payette, ID on September 23, 1967. This was a love match that was instant - the...
Neil Lively
Jan 20, 2023
Neil Lively was born in San Diego, California on November 22, 1962. He spent his childhood in many places including Virginia, Hawaii and Washington. Neil graduated from South Kitsap High School in Port Orchard, Washington. Neil spent his years as a commercial fisherman and lived by what he preached: “Shut up and WORK!” Neil was Father of the Month when...
Donald Albert Ballard
Jan 16, 2023
Donald Albert Ballard, 67, passed away on January 16, 2023 at St Anthony’s hospital in Gig Harbor from ALS complications. His wife, daughter, and son were by his side when he passed peacefully. Don was born on January 9, 1956 in Bellingham, WA. The son of Herbert and Beatrice Ballard, Don graduated from Bellingham High School, class of 1974. He...
Jerrold Dwight Lambert
Jan 13, 2023
Jerrold Lambert (Jerry) was born on October 4th, 1938 in Polson, Montana. He grew up, moving back and forth as opportunities arose between Montana and Washington, eventually settling in Puyallup where he graduated from Puyallup High School in 1957. He is the eldest of 6 children, with two brothers, Jay and Fred, and 3 sisters, Karen, Peggy and Colleen. If...
Francisco "Paco" Vazquez
Jan 11, 2023
Francisco “Paco” Vázquez, 86, of Port Orchard, Washington, passed away peacefully on January 11th, 2023. Both of his daughters were by his side Francisco, born on July 10,1936, was the oldest of four sons born to parents Francisco Vázquez Pueyo and Josefina Vázquez Garcia in Las Piedras, Puerto Rico. Early in life Francisco demonstrated great intelligence and leadership qualities. At...
Denise Anne Raught
Jan 9, 2023
Denise Anne Moser Raught Longbranch, WA April 27th, 1952 to January 9th, 2022 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Mother Denise Anne Raught (m) Moser, (born April 27th, 1952) of Longbranch, WA. Denise is survived by her two children. Dawn Baker (h) Philip, William Pickett, Grandchildren Mark (w) Karina, Casey (w) Paige, Alyssa,...
Betty Sharron Rutledge
Jan 8, 2023
Betty was born in Manchester, Washington to Josephine R Fowler (Regnier) and Bill W Wilson. Betty attended Olalla Elementary, Marcus Whitman Junior High, and Bend Oregon High School, leaving high school early to marry Wayne. As an adult, Betty received her GED. Betty was a stay-at-home mom to her three children David, Melinda and Andrea. She loved woodworking, sewing, family...
Amelia "June" Vanderstaay
Dec 30, 2022
June VanderStaay (87) passed peacefully at her home in Port Orchard, surrounded by her children, on December 30th. Beloved by family and friends, June was a devoted mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and lifelong gardener. She took great joy in her family and in the natural beauty of flowers, forests and Puget Sound. Born to Otto and Ila Bemp, June grew up...
Paul Edward Perkins
Dec 28, 2022
Paul Edward Perkins, died unexpectedly on December 28th,2022 at Life Care Center, in Port Orchard. He was only 79 years old. The family is deeply saddened and shocked by his sudden death. Paul was born on August 4, 1944. Paul is survived and missed by his children, Roger Perkins, Paul Perkins Jr, Patricia Perkins, Elizabeth Perkins, and Leon Perkins. Paul...
Margaret Mary Bard
Dec 24, 2022
Margaret Mary Bard, 98 years of age, passed away peacefully in her sleep on Saturday, December 24th, 2022. Margaret was born January 29th, 1924 and lived in Port Orchard Washington all of her life, including attending South Kitsap High School. She married the late Alva “Al” Bard in 1941 where the couple enjoyed 53 years of marriage. From this marriage...
Donald Bruce Mcdonald
Dec 22, 2022
On December 22, 2022 Donald Bruce McDonald passed away at St. Anthony's Hospital in Gig Harbor from complications of kidney failure and pneumonia. Don was born in Hono-lulu, HI on December 7, 1939 to John and Leta McDonald. As the son of a U.S. Navy sailor, he spent his childhood in many locations finally settling down in Southern California. He...
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