obituaries

Mar 19, 2024

Joan Evelyn Brady (Leadbetter) passed away peacefully on March 19, 2024, in Poulsbo, WA, at the age of 89. She was born on June 19, 1934, Doe Bay, Orcas Island, Washington.

Joan was a creative and accomplished artist, veterinary assistant, and school office assistant. She had a passion for art, gardening, family gatherings, agate hunting, quilting, and...

Mar 16, 2024

Paul Martin Engebretsen

01/23/1950 – 03/16/2024

After braving many difficulties with cancer, Paul passed away in his home in Mount Vernon, Washington and is sorely missed. His sunny disposition and love of music were evident when you came and knocked at his door and heard him humming to jazz or blues. Paul was born in...

Mar 14, 2024

Steven George Maddox, 75, passed away peacefully on March 14, 2024, in Seattle, WA.

Steven was born on February 22, 1949, in Sedro Woolley, WA to Leon and Mary Maddox.  He graduated from Mount Vernon High School in 1967.  After graduation Steven joined the United States Air Force where he served his country proudly for 4 years.  ...

Mar 13, 2024

Michael Paul "Mike" Nelson

Mike was born April 8, 1971 to Victoria Lind and Randall Nelson in Denver, Colorado. He passed away March 13, 2024 in Galveston, Texas Mike graduated from Chatfield high school in Littleton Colorado class of 1989. He moved to Washington state in 1991 and attended Skagit Valley Community College where he played soccer...

Mar 12, 2024

Mary Louise Cleave, 76, a resident of Mount Vernon, died on Tuesday March 12, 2024 at Everett Providence Medical Center.

She was born September 28, 1947.  She spent her childhood in south Mount Vernon and graduated from Mount Vernon High School in 1965.

Mary had a generous heart and strong, caring nature that directed her...

Mar 7, 2024

Dennis Bissell, 78, passed away peacefully on March 7, 2024 surrounded by his family.  He was born on November 16, 1945 in Hastings Nebraska.  First born to Charles and Vivian Bissell followed by his sister Dianne.  They moved to Burlington WA when he was a small boy and he later graduated from Burlington-Edison High School in 1964 where he...

Mar 7, 2024

On May 6th, 1928 in Burlington Washington, George and Rose (Littlefield) Rohweder welcomed their daughter Beverly Rohweder into the world. Beverly remained very close to her parents, and remained on the same property in after marrying her dear husband Raymond Waite. Beverly and Raymond raised two boys, Timothy and Russel Waite, on the same land Beverly had also grown...

Mar 5, 2024

Carol Anne Boone, born on November 20, 1962, was a cherished mother, devoted to her son Will Boone. Her presence illuminated every room with her bright light, and keen intellect. Carol Anne's quick wit and good sense of humor brought joy to all who knew her. Despite facing six years of health challenges, her love for life never waned....

Mar 4, 2024

Delayne Kay Pratt, beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away on March 4, 2024  at her home in Mount Vernon, WA. She was 73.

Delayne was born on December 16, 1950, in Bellingham, Washington to Dorothy and Thomas Rutherford. She was the cherished older sister of Dori and Dorothy Gail. Her passion for life and love...

Mar 4, 2024

Chris was born in Pueblo, CO and moved to Denver, CO with his family when he was 5 years old. He attended Arvada's Pomona High School and earned his GED in Everett, WA. He was a material handler by trade and also loved to work on the family farm where he lived with his Fiancé.

Chris was...

Mar 1, 2024

Jeanne A. Lomsdalen passed away March 1st, 2024, in Skagit County, WA.  She was born February 27th, 1938 and raised in Bow, WA, one of nine children born to George and Mollie Lomsdalen.  As the Oldest girl Jeanne helped raised her seven younger siblings along with working on the family farm.  Jeanne graduated from Burlington High School in 1956.  ...

Mar 1, 2024

A Celebration of John's life will be held Friday, March 15, 2024, 1:00 pm at Cornwall Church, 4518 Northwest Drive, Bellingham. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made in John's name to Mount Baker Volunteer Association Ski Patrol https://donate.stripe.com or to the Whatcom 7 Benevolence Fund c/o any People's Bank location. If you are unable to attend in...

Feb 27, 2024

Nicolas Cervantes Garcia passed in his home on February 27th, 2024 at the age of 65, surrounded by his family. He was born in Mexico City on April 11, 1958 to Enrique Cervates-Cervantes and Norberta Garcia. He married his wife, Lorena Sanchez on September 10, 1979 in Morelia, Michoacan. He worked as a farmer in Skagit Valley for the...

Feb 26, 2024

James Joseph Fedenuik "FedRock" passed away at the age of 57 on February 26th, 2024, in Mount Vernon WA.

James was born in Riverside California as the youngest of seven to Steve and Anna Marie Fedenuik on December 25, 1966.

Jim lived in Riverside Ca before his family moved to Bellingham WA. He graduated from...

Feb 26, 2024

Vangie Herdt peacefully departed on February 26, 2024, surrounded by her family. Born on August 4, 1950, in the Philippines, she earned her Bachelor's degree in Dentistry from Virgin Milagrosa University, Philippines.

Married to her beloved Ivan Herdt for 29 years, Vangie cherished spending time with her family, indulging in reading, connecting with loved ones through video...

Feb 25, 2024

John Forest Sweeney, 78, passed away peacefully on February 25, 2024, in Mount Vernon, WA.  He was born on February 26, 1945, in Alexandria, LA to John and Mary Sweeney.

John graduated from Bolton High School, Alexandria LA before receiving an associate's degree from Leeward Community College, Pearl City, Hawaii. He then attended and got his bachelor's...

Feb 22, 2024

Patricia Rosedale Carpentier, 87, of Mount Vernon, Washington, passed away on February 22, 2024 after a short illness. Patricia, "Pat", was born on December 1, 1936 to Harry and Edna Rosedale in Monrovia California. After graduating from Monrovia high school in, 1954, she married Augustine, "Bud" Pelos in 1955. They went on to have three children, Regina Nanette, Alison...

Feb 20, 2024

On February 20, 2024, Elma Elizbeth Johnson joined her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, demonstrating the same humility and grace with which she lived her 98 years of exemplary, productive life of faith and good works.

A memorial service honoring Elma will take place Saturday, April 13, 2024 at 1:00pm at Bethany Covenant Church, 1318 South 18th...

Feb 20, 2024

Long-standing Skagit Valley resident Elma Johnson joined her Lord and Savior on February 20, 2024, concluding an inspiring life of love and service.

Born in Seattle on December 13th, 1925, Elma spent her childhood and life honoring the Scandinavian heritage and Christian faith of her immigrant parents, John and Hilda Selin.

After attending secretarial school...

Feb 17, 2024

OUR DEAR MOTHER, NANCY LEE LANPHERE, PASSED AWAY PEACEFULLY AT THE AGE OF 89 ON SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 17, 2024, IN PLANO, TEXAS.  NANCY WAS BORN IN OCTOBER 1934 IN CLEAR LAKE, WASHINGTON TO HUGH AND ALICE McDANIEL, BEING THE 4TH OF 5 CHILDREN.

NANCY WAS PRECEDED IN DEATH BY HER INFANT SON, WARREN, HER HUSBAND ARTHUR, HER...