Obituaries

Jan 11, 2025

John (Bill) William Sundberg passed away at home on January 11, 2025 after suffering from heart failure due to an ongoing illness. He had spent days prior to his passing with relatives and friends in his home, in his favorite chair, with his U of W blanket. Many came to see him, as he was beloved by all who knew...

Jan 7, 2025

John Szkodyn passed away in Longview on January 7, 2025 after a brief hospitalization due to a fall. John was born February 3, 1933 in Zhupany Ukraine. His family spent World War II in Germany, first in a work camp and then in a displaced persons camp. They immigrated to the United States in 1950, ultimately settling in Chicago. John...

Dec 30, 2024

Raymond L. Johnson, lovingly known as Ray, was born on March 1, 1940, in Grand Forks, North Dakota. As a young boy he moved to Kelso, Washington with his family and lived in that area his entire life. He brought warmth and kindness into the lives of everyone who knew him until his peaceful passing on December 30, 2024, in...

Dec 26, 2024

Arvo Suomi passed away on December 26, 2024 after a long battle with dementia. His wife of 38 years, Brenda, was by his side. He is survived by his wife, two daughters, Heather and Jordan, and his elder brother Eino (Judy). He was predeceased by his parents Einar and Erma and his younger brother Raymond.

Arvo was born in Woodland, WA...

Dec 23, 2024

Larry D Hedgpeth, a cherished husband, father, brother, and friend, passed away on December 23, 2024, in Longview, Washington. He was born on February 10, 1946, in Glendale, Arizona, and lived a life full of joy and laughter. 

Larry was a proud veteran, having served in the U.S. Navy during Vietnam War. His years in the military shaped not only his...

Dec 19, 2024

Evelyn Jeanne Lejon, a beloved mother, sister, aunt, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on December 19, 2024, in Longview, Washington. Born on October 27, 1942, in Newport, Oregon, Evelyn was the treasured daughter of Martin and Norma Tuttle. She was a woman who lived her life devotedly, full of kindness, laughter, and unwavering faith.

 From an early age, Evelyn was...

2024

Cindy Eaker Sterling was born on October 22, 1967, and passed away on December 17, 2024. She was 57 years old. Cindy was born in Helena, Montana. During her lifetime she lived in Montana, Alaska, Michigan, Oregon, and Idaho, before settling down in Longview, Washington. She was a caregiver for many years and enjoyed her job and cared deeply for...

Dec 11, 2024

Our beloved Jim passed away at home at the age of 95. He was born in Mt. Vernon, Washington on March 31, 1929 to Rev. Clarence J. and Elsie M. (Hoskin) Goodman and older sister Arlene. They settled in Longview in 1940.

Jim attended local schools and enlisted in the U.S. Navy in 1946 through 1949, where he served in the...

Dec 5, 2024

Dale George Gibbons, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away on December 5, 2024, in Vancouver, Washington, after a long and courageous battle with cancer. He was born on December 2, 1933, in Muldrow, Oklahoma, and from his earliest days, he embodied a spirit of resilience and determination. 

Dale's life journey was a poignant testament to the...

Dec 3, 2024

William “Bill” Henry Boatman passed away on December 3, 2024, at the age of 96. He was born on February 9,1928 and lived a long and fulfilling life. He was born in Kalama, WA.to Henry Dennis and MaryElizabeth Boatman. He graduated from Kalama High school in 1946 and joined the US Army shortly after graduation. During his service in the...

Dec 3, 2024

Jack James Risner, a beloved husband, father, and grandfather, passed away peacefully December 3, 2024, in Longview, Washington, at the age of 76. He was born on March 25, 1948, in Vancouver, Washington.

Jack graduated from Mark Morris High School in 1966, marking the beginning of a life dedicated to family and community. Known for his warm and kind nature, Jack...

Dec 1, 2024

Mary Dolbey was born in Iowa Park TX on January 29, 1939 to John William Byrne and Deda (Swan) Defreece. She moved to Oklahoma for several years, then to Pueblo Colorado. She graduated from Centennial High School in 1957. Attended college first at Pueblo Community College in 1958-59, and moved on to graduate in 1961 from Colorado State College in...

Nov 27, 2024

James "Jim" Mistic, aged 95, passed away peacefully on November 27, 2024. He was born on September 19, 1929, to Anna (Falk) Mistic and James P. Mistic Sr., in Nebish, MN. 

Jim worked on the family farm until he was drafted into the army in 1951. He served his time in the military on the west coast and was honorably discharged...

Nov 26, 2024

Lawrence Donald Ledgerwood ~ Larry, age 84, passed away Tuesday, November 26, 2024. He was born June 11, 1940 in Birch Tree Missouri, the first born of Lawrence J. Ledgerwood and Elaine (Weaver) Ledgerwood.

He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife Linda (Miller) Ledgerwood, sister Sharon (Ledgerwood) Slaight, sister in law Angela Miller, brothers in law Don Slaight,...

Nov 25, 2024

Nov 23, 2024

Joseph Charles Myers, affectionately known as Joe, passed away peacefully at his home in Longview on November 23, 2024, surrounded by his loving wife, sons, and their wives. Joe bravely fought a four-year battle with health issues.

Born in Longview, Joe dedicated his life to his family, community, and faith. He retired from Longview Fibre in 2008 after 39 years of...

Nov 22, 2024

Paul Alva Smith was born on Jan. 17, 1941 in Pomeroy WA in the doctor’s office. He lived his early years in Potlatch, Idaho north of Moscow and the University of Idaho. 

Paul was the 3rd child out of 5. He joined the Air Force ahead of the Vietnam draft. While stationed at Vandenberg Air Force Base near Santa Maria, CA....

Nov 21, 2024

Katherine Gilbert, of Longview, passed away on November 21st, 2024, after reaching the age of 77 years old. Two months after her cancer diagnosis, she passed, peacefully in her home in Longview, WA. 

Katherine was born in Bloomington, Indiana, to Sarah Katherine Burris (Cloyd) and Joseph Samuel Burris. 

After moving from Indiana to Washington, Kathy met her soulmate, Tommy Charles Gilbert, who...

Nov 21, 2024

Sharon Romano Coquet, age 80, of Vancouver, Washington, passed away peacefully on November 21, 2024. She was born on March 8, 1944, in Miami, Florida, and spent much of her life living in Florida and Oregon before settling in Vancouver. 

Sharon was a loving mother and grandmother. She is survived by her son, Mark Coquet; four grandchildren: Savanna Jones, Kael Coquet,...

Nov 14, 2024

Norma Jean McQueen, a beloved figure, passed away peacefully at home in Longview Washington, on November 14, 2024, surrounded by her family, including her cat, Casper, and dog, Charlie. Born on October 11, 1937, in Longview, Norma was a true daughter of the community where she spent her entire life.

Norma was not just a homemaker; she was a master gardener,...