obituaries

Feb 23, 2026

Lois Ann Meyer, a long time Mount Vernon resident, passed peacefully at the Country Meadow Village retirement home in Sedro Woolley on Monday, February 23, 2026 surrounded by family.  She was 95 years old.

Lois was born on July 5, 1930 to John and Irene Bratz in Oconomowoc, Wisconsin.  Lois and family moved to Washington State in...

Feb 18, 2026

Ruby Ila Sheridan, 92, of Conway passed away February 18, 2026 at home surrounded by family in the arms of her Savior. Born August 11, 1933 to RQ and Ada Green, raised in Phoenix AZ.  She was preceded in death by her husband Melvin, son David, granddaughter Glenda, and son in law Andy. She married at a young age...

Feb 17, 2026

In Loving Memory of Lynda Kay Chandler

Lynda Kay (King) Chandler of Mt. Vernon, Washington, passed away on February 17, 2026. She was born Linda Kay King on August 12, 1951, in Ponca City, Oklahoma, to Mary (Teachman) and John King, and later moved to Washington with her family. She graduated from Burlington-Edison High School,...

Feb 10, 2026

Sandra (AKA Sue) McCallister passed away peacefully on February 10, 2026, from an extended illness, with her husband and family by her side. Sandra was best known for her work in the dental field and was the practice manager for Eastmont Family Dental for 29 years prior to her retirement in 2012. She was known for promoting good dental...

Feb 9, 2026

Lee Henry Stuber, 73, was born on December 18, 1952, in Anacortes, Washington, and passed away on February 9, 2026. Lee fought a courageous battle with cancer, making the long drive from Anacortes to UW Medicine in Seattle for treatment over the last five years.

Lee was a lifelong resident of Anacortes, with breaks to serve in...

Feb 9, 2026

Leo O. Fleming Jr.

Leo passed away peacefully on Monday February 9, 2026, in Council Bluffs IA with his wife Norma, daughter Robin and stepdaughter Valerie by his side.

Leo was born on February 19, 1937, in Council Bluffs IA to Leo Sr and Wilma (Hayes) Fleming.

Leo graduated from Abraham...

Feb 7, 2026

Ruth Elaine Wylie June 26, 1928 – February 7, 2026

Ruth Elaine Wylie, age 97, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family in Palm Desert, California.

Ruth lived a long, vibrant life defined by independence, a love for family, public service and simple joys. She was an avid bridge player, gardener and food enthusiast, known for her pancakes, a family treat. She...

Feb 7, 2026

Jay "Scott" Thurston was born on October 19th, 1954, to Jim and Virginia Thurston in Vancouver, Washington. Jay passed away February 7th, 2026, at his home in Bulington. He was preceded in death by his parents and 4 sisters, Terry, Debbie, Kim and Linda.  Jay  is survived by his wife Gloria Vaara, sister Pam Evans, son Jeremy and Jen...

Feb 4, 2026

Donald (Don) Vandlac, 91, passed away February 4, 2026, in Sedro-Woolley, WA. Don was born in Sedro-Woolley on October 22, 1934, to Ernest and Frances Vandlac. Soon after, the family moved to Mount Vernon where Don attended school, graduating from Mount Vernon High School in 1952. He met his future wife Patricia (Pat), the love of his life, while...

Feb 4, 2026

Adam Gabriel Nuanes 51, died unexpectedly February 3, 2026, in Sedro-Woolley, Washington. Adam was born September 9, 1974, in Englewood, Colorado to Eugene and Suzanne Nuanes. He graduated from Colorado's Finest High School as Valedictorian.

After graduation he started his career in auto glass where he continued for over 30 years. He married his ex-wife Sarah Nuanes,...

Feb 3, 2026

Burlington - Robert J "Bob" Springer 71, passed away February 03, 2026, after an 8-year battle with cancer. Bob was born in Omak, Washington on November 06, 1954, to Delmar and Josephine Springer and raised in Okanogan until 1970 when his family moved to Burlington. Bob graduated from Burlington-Edison High School in 1973.

Bob had a great...

Feb 1, 2026

Jean W. Henry, 90, passed away February 1, 2026, in Sedro Woolley, WA.  Jean was born in Blakeburn Canada on May 25, 1935, to Hugh McConnell and Margaret Dilys Williams. Later adopted by John William Dunn Cassidy.  Moved to the United States in 1949.  Jean attended Burlington-Edison High School graduating in 1953.  She met her husband of 68 years...

Jan 31, 2026

Joyce Shaffer 92, peacefully passed away on January 31, 2026, in Mt. Vernon, WA.

Joyce was born on December 23, 1933, in Mt. Vernon, WA at home to Herbert and Margret Horton.

She attended grade school at Roosevelt Elementary in Mt. Vernon and graduated from Mt. Vernon high School in 1952. She continued her education...

Jan 28, 2026

Frances Geraldine Secord, known lovingly to all as Jerre, was born July 5, 1935, in Seattle, Washington, and passed away in her home in Mount Vernon, Washington, on January 28, 2026.

Jerre was the heart of her family—a true matriarch whose presence anchored generations. She was a devoted wife, sister, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She filled each...

Jan 26, 2026

David Bruce Cleave was born on June 8, 1938 to LeRoy and Marjorie (Hubbard) Cleave. He spent his childhood in south Mount Vernon, enjoying life in and around the family's business, Cleave's Greenhouse. He graduated from Mount Vernon High School in 1956, and was involved with Swim Team and FFA. He attended Washington State University (then College), graduating with...

Jan 15, 2026

Jeanette A. Hollenbeck

October 2, 1945- January 15, 2026

Jeanette was born in Seattle, WA on October 2, 1945, and passed away in Sedro-Woolley, WA on January 15, 2026. Jeanette grew up on Camano Island, right on the beach. She graduated from Stanwood high school in 1963.

Jeanette and...

Jan 15, 2026

Janice Elaine Gourley (Strong), 81, of Mount Vernon, peacefully passed away on Thursday, January 15, 2026, surrounded by loved ones after a courageous battle with multiple health issues.

Janice was born in 1944 in Bellingham, Washington, to Adrian and Florence Strong. She graduated from Burlington-Edison High School in 1962 and was a member of the Daughters of...

Jan 13, 2026

Kora was radiant. She was bright, kind, and full of life in a way that drew people in effortlessly. She had a light that filled every room she entered and a future she was so excited to step into. She loved fiercely—her parents, sister, boyfriend, grandparents, extended family, friends, riding horses, and all her animals but especially her horses...

Jan 12, 2026

Bernadette Faircloth "Bernie"

Passed on January 12, 2026, in Seattle, Washington

Born on December 31, 1950, in Newark, New Jersey

She grew up in Newark, New Jersey and then moved to California where she started a family with her first husband John Tredanary. In 1980 she moved...

Jan 8, 2026

Aileen E. Johnson passed away on January 8, 2026, after a brief illness, at the age of 93.

Aileen was born on March 20, 1932, in Seattle, Washington to Mary and Joe Malnati. She grew up in Kent, Washington, and lived there until she attended Washington State University.

She married Donald H. Johnson on August...