obituaries

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...

Jan 8, 2026

Carolyn Jane Lee (1948–2026) Carolyn Jane Lee, a woman whose life was defined by unwavering devotion to her family, passed away peacefully surrounded by those she loved. Her passing marked the end of a courageous 25-year battle with breast cancer—a journey she faced with grace, strength, and a focus on the simple joys of life.

Born in...

Jan 7, 2026

The family of Karen "Bunny" Kutzer is sadden to announce her passing on January 7th, 2026, after a brief illness at the age of 82.

Bunny was born in Burlington on May 19th, 1943, to Roy and Doris Skogmo.   She grew up in Burlington, attending grade schools and graduating from Burlington Edison high school in 1961.

Jan 2, 2026

Jerry Kopp, 74, passed away on January 2, 2026. Born May 28, 1951, Jerry grew up in Mount Vernon and graduated from Mount Vernon High School.

Jerry did life his way. He loved golf, especially an early tee time and a fast round, and he took real pride in his collection of "rescued" high end golf balls....

Jan 1, 2026

Thomas J. Sheahan

May 3, 1943 died January 1, 2026

Thomas J. Sheahan was born on May 3, 1943, in Anacortes to Winifred Bruhns and John Thomas Sheahan.  Tom was raised in Anacortes, moving to the Breckenridge farm on Thomas Road in Edison at the age of 12.  He attended Edison Elementary and graduated in...

Dec 29, 2025

Shirley M. Fagan

May 18, 1935- December 29, 2025

Shirley Fagan was born in Clear Lake, WA on May 18, 1935, and passed away on December 29, 2025, in Mount Vernon, WA.

Shirley enjoyed painting, farming, puzzles and games, and spending time with family grandchildren.

Shirley is...

Dec 28, 2025

Susan K. (Wilkinson) Ragan

Susan K. (Wilkinson) Ragan, beloved partner, mother, sister, and friend, passed away on December 28th 2025, surrounded by family and love. Born on October 1, 1949, in Bellingham WA, to Leslie and Ruth (Knutzen) Wilkinson, Susan grew up in Whatcom and Skagit counties, graduating with the Burlington-Edison High School Class of 1967.

Dec 24, 2025

Kenneth Dwaine Thompson passed away peacefully in his sleep during the early morning hours of Dec. 24, 2025 at 90 years old. Ken was born in Jerome, Idaho to Willis and Esther Thompson, Sept 14, 1935. He was the oldest of six brothers and one sister. Being raised on a ranch, he spent much of his early life working...

Dec 22, 2025

Jeannie Ann Omdal was born on April 26, 1949, on the island nation of Trinidad and Tobago. The daughter of a United States Air Force family, she spent much of her early childhood stationed overseas before moving back to the states as a young girl. Later in life, Jeannie would reminisce about living at Edwards Air Force Base in...

Dec 13, 2025

Jeffrey Allan Earheart Sr. October 9, 1954 – December 13, 2025 Jeffrey Allan Earheart Sr., born October 9, 1954, in Seattle, Washington, passed peacefully in his sleep on December 13, 2025, and went home to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Jeff was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. He is survived by his...

Dec 8, 2025

Roger Dalseg

Roger Allen Dalseg, age 87, was called home to heaven on Monday, December 8, 2025. There he was met by his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, and a host of family and friends who preceded him.

Roger was born in Stanwood, Washington on March 15,1938 to Ralph and Lillian Dalseg. He...

Dec 1, 2025

Frank Spane, born December 17, 1957, in Mount Vernon, Washington, passed away on December 1, 2025. He was raised in Mount Vernon by his mother, Mary Anna, after the passing of his father, Carl Spane, when he was three years old. He grew up alongside his siblings: Susan, Debra, Steve, and Mary Spane, the latter two of whom survive...

Nov 22, 2025

Erik John Twede was born May 15, 1992, to Kent Knutzen and Karen Twede. He passed November 22, 2025, from complications to Duchenne muscular Dystrophy and ulcerated colitis. He was 33 years old.

Erik Lived a full life. He attended Bay View Elementary school and Burlington-Edison High school where he competed with the debate team. At age...

Nov 20, 2025

Sadly, we announce Kyle Louis Copps, a lifelong resident of Mount Vernon, WA, passed away in his home on November 20, 2025 at the age of 50. He was born in Mount Vernon to Gary and Laura (Sullivan) Copps.

Kyle was an avid hunter, a passion he cherished from a young age. He was most at home...

Nov 19, 2025

James Robert Ensley, known to family and friends as Jim, passed away peacefully on November 19, 2025, at the age of 92. Born April 26, 1933, in Cullowhee, North Carolina, to Annalee and Clarence Ensley, Jim moved with his family to the Lyman area at the age of five. He graduated from Sedro-Woolley High School in 1952 and was...

Nov 16, 2025

Cosetta Beth Roth was born on October 5, 1930, In Berne, Indiana to Dennis and Lilly (Liechty) Steiner. Cosetta went to be with the Lord on November 16, 2025.

Cosetta married Sherman Roth on December 2 7, 1952 and they enjoyed 69 wonderful years together. Cosetta and Sherman were affiliated with Arctic Missions in Alaska serving as...