Obituaries

Lynda O'Brien

Lynda O'Brien

Oct 2, 2024

Lynda O'Brien went home to be with Jesus on October 2, 2024, at the age of 77, in her hometown of Longview, Washington. Born on July 24, 1947, Lynda was a genuine embodiment of love and selflessness, a quality that she imparted to everyone around her throughout her life.

A graduate of Mark Morris High School in 1965, Lynda continued her...

Joyce Irene Burpee

Joyce Irene Burpee

Oct 1, 2024

Joyce Irene Burpee, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and sister, passed away peacefully on October 1, 2024, in Vancouver, Washington. Born on May 19, 1944, in Caldwell, Idaho, Joyce led a life filled with love and dedication, leaving an indelible mark on everyone who met her.

Joyce graduated from Caldwell High School in 1962 and carried the spirit of her youth...

Annabelle Hanson

Annabelle Hanson

Sep 22, 2024

Annabelle Hanson “Ann” 82, of Longview, passed away September 22, 2024, surrounded by family after a brief illness with cancer. Ann was born October 16,1941, in North Bend Oregon to William Page and Vera Ruth Jones. 

Ann had a brother Bill (Marykay). Her mother passed away when she was only 11 and her father remarried Genevra Dolores Wall who was a...

James Edward Bond

James Edward Bond

Sep 18, 2024

James "Jim" Edward Bond, 88, of Longview, passed away in the comforts of his own home. Jim was born on February 24, 1936 to Robert and Ada Bond in Arcadia, Kansas. 

In Jim's younger, more reckless days, he was often found behind the wheel of a race car and had many awards as well as scars to show for his efforts....

Eva E. Pagel

Eva E. Pagel

Sep 14, 2024

Eva Pagel passed away peacefully September 14, 2024 at the Richard Nau Hospice House in Longview, Washington at the age of 93. 

Eva was born in Berlin, Germany to Herbert and Edith Neugebauer . She grew up with two younger brothers, Günther and Horst. They had a happy childhood albeit moving to different towns throughout Germany, due to her father’s career...

Gerald O. "Jerry" Engebo

Gerald O. "Jerry" Engebo

Sep 7, 2024

Longview resident Gerald O. "Jerry" Engebo, 95, died on September 7, 2024 at home. 

Jerry, the first child of Oscar and Mabel Engebo, was born in Seattle on May 28, 1929. He attended schools in the Seattle area where he was editor of his high school newspaper and continued his education at the University of Washington where he was graduated in...

Barbara Grace Fernandez

Barbara Grace Fernandez

Aug 27, 2024

Barbara Grace (Williquette) Fernandez, 87, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving husband and family, on August 27, 2024, at Hospice House in Longview, WA. Barbara was bornJune 29, 1937 in Longview, WA to Carlton Peter Williquette and June Grace (Spackman)Williquette. She was raised in Kelso, WA along with her younger brother Carl (Butch) in a home filled with music. 

She...

Jeanne Marie Hamilton

Jeanne Marie Hamilton

Aug 27, 2024

Jeanne Marie Hamilton, beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend peacefully passed away on August 27 2024, at the age of 83. Born on September 16, 1940, she graced the world with her kindness and warmth, leaving behind a legacy of love. 

Jeanne dedicated her professional life as a lab technician at the Kirkpatrick Clinic in Longview, where her meticulous nature and...

Lawrence Edwin Riedesel

Lawrence Edwin Riedesel

Aug 25, 2024

Larry passed away peacefully at home on August 25th, 2024. He was born at Ames, Iowa November 27th, 1930 to (Paul) Gerhard and Edna Pember Riedesel while his dad was finishing his engineering course at Iowa State College. After graduating, the family moved to the Twin Falls, Idaho area. In 1940 they moved to Moscow, Idaho. Here Larry met his...

Daniel Alfred Spjut

Daniel Alfred Spjut

Aug 22, 2024

Daniel Alfred Spjut was born June 3rd, 1943, in Snoqualmie Falls Washington to parents Alfred Julius and Mabel Lolla Spjut. Dan passed away August 22, 2024, in Longview, Washington surrounded by his family. He was preceded in death by his parents, his first wife Judy; Zander Lyndon Payne, and Alder Allen Payne.

Dan graduated from Mount Si High School in 1961...

Vernon Miles Kennedy

Vernon Miles Kennedy

Aug 15, 2024

Vernon Miles Kennedy, affectionately known as “Santa,” passed away peacefully from natural causes on August 15, 2024, at The Oaks at Timberline in Vancouver, Washington. Born on December 6, 1932, in Longview, Washington, Vernon led a life defined by love, laughter, and an unwavering commitment to his family.

A proud graduate of R.A. Long High School in 1952, Vernon went on...

Glenna Olson

Glenna Olson

Aug 15, 2024

Glenna Olson, beloved mother, wife, grandmother, sister, and friend to many, passed away in

Kelso, Washington, on Thursday, August 15, 2024, leaving a legacy of love and unwavering

faith.

Glenna was born on July 27, 1950, in Rupert, Idaho. She was the daughter of Glen Harvey

Tolman and Lila Binns Folsom. She spent her youngest years in Rupert and Hermiston, Oregon

before her family moved...

Elsie Louise Kennedy

Elsie Louise Kennedy

Aug 13, 2024

Elsie Louise Kennedy, born on April 2, 1939, embraced life with a loving spirit that radiated warmth and kindness to all who knew her. She passed away peacefully of natural causes on August 13, 2024, at The Oaks at Timberline in Vancouver, Washington, encircled by the love that defined her life.

Elsie's journey through life was marked by her dedication as...

Chester David Wornick

Chester David Wornick

Aug 12, 2024

Chester David Wornick, born on January 10, 1943, in Norman, Arkansas, passed away peacefully at home on August 12, 2024, in Longview, Washington. Chet, as he was affectionately known, lived a life rich in love, commitment, and service, touching the hearts of all who were fortunate enough to know him.

A devoted and loving husband to his wife, Avis, Chet proudly...

Timothy Ray Anderson

Timothy Ray Anderson

Aug 11, 2024

Timothy Rey Anderson ascended to the heavenly realm on August 11, 2024. He was born on December 14, 1956 in Americus, Georgia.

He is survived by his wife Kathy Anderson, his children Logan and David, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and siblings Michael and Benjamin Anderson.

He dedicated 20 years of his life serving the U.S. Navy. He worked 15 years at Intel as an...

Marvin Curtis Peckham

Marvin Curtis Peckham

Aug 3, 2024

Marvin Curtis Peckham, a cherished father, grandfather, and friend, passed on August 3, 2024, in Longview, Washington. He was born on November 27, 1932, in Miami, Oklahoma, and lived a life filled with dedication to his family and his community.

Marvin's career was marked by his service as assistant postmaster for the Longview Post Office, where he proudly retired at the...

Virginia Shill

Virginia Shill

Aug 1, 2024

Name: Virginia Ann Shill 

Maiden name: Virginia Ann Siviy 

Nickname: Ginny 

Birthdate: June 4, 1943 

Place of Birth: Atlantic City, NJ 

Date of Death: August 1, 2024 

Place of Death: Her home in Yakima, WA 

Ginny was a daughter, sister, wife, mother, grandmother, and friend. She graduated from Ocean City high school in 1961. She joined the United States Women Army Corp where she met her husband,...

Ronald Vernon Powell

Ronald Vernon Powell

Aug 1, 2024

Ronald Vernon Powell, affectionately known as Ron, passed away on August 1, 2024, after a battle with lung cancer. He was born on September 15, 1953, in Longview, Washington, where he spent his life - leaving an indelible mark on those around him.

Ron attended of R.A. Long High School and went on to become proud owner and operator of Imperial...

Robert Lynn Hayden

Robert Lynn Hayden

Jul 30, 2024

Robert Lynn Hayden Jr., known affectionately as Rob, brought light and laughter into the lives of all who knew him. Born on April 10, 1973, in Longview Washington, he was a beloved son, father, and brother. With a heart full of love and a spirit brimming with humor, Rob touched the lives of many during his time on earth.

After graduating...

Stewart F Tillotson

Stewart F Tillotson

Jul 29, 2024

Stewart F. Tillotson, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather passed away peacefully at his home on July 29, 2024. Born on August 20, 1951, Stewart lived a life marked by hard work, dedication, and love his family. A proud Vietnam veteran, he embarked on his military service right out of high school, exemplifying the bravery and commitment that...

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