obituaries

Apr 15, 2025

Ruth M. Thomas, of Big Lake Washington, was born in Colfax Wa on September 21, 1930. She was the youngest of the six children born to Orlen Chesnut and Sophia (Angerer) Chesnut.

Ruth enjoyed school and liked to tell the story of how she won a primary school spelling bee following an illness and hospitalization without having...

Apr 14, 2025

Syndee Ann Compton

April 6, 1955-April 14, 2025

Syndee Ann Compton, a radiant spirit whose creativity and zest for life inspired all who knew her, passed away on April 14, 2025, at the age of 70.  Born on April 6, 1955, Syndee lived with an unyielding passion for beauty, style, and vitality.

As...

Apr 14, 2025

Blanca Lilian Ortez De Martinez passed away on April 14, 2025 in Moses Lake, Washington at the age of 74. Born in El Salvador, she moved to the Skagit Valley in 1984 and lived there since. She was a proud grandmother, active church member, and a graceful woman.

Blanca was preceded in death by her young son,...

Apr 9, 2025

Patricia Ann Seaman, age 81, passed away on April 9th, 2025, in Mount Vernon, Washington. Born on January 29th, 1944, in Omaha, Nebraska, Patricia lived a life full of entrepreneurial spirit, owning many small businesses in both Illinois and Washington. A devoted animal lover, she was known for her compassion towards strays and supported several animal charities. Patricia was...

Apr 6, 2025

Michael "Mike" Loyd, 75, of Camano Island, Washington, passed away on April 6, 2025, in Mount Vernon, Washington.

Born on May 23, 1949, in Seattle, Washington, Mike graduated from Sammamish High School in 1967 and then served in the Army during the Vietnam War, earning a Bronze Star medal.

After settling in Skagit County in...

Mar 25, 2025

On March 23, 2025, Raul "Jorge" Fernandez Campos left us to be with our Heavenly Father. Raul was born on March 14, 1972, to Teresa and David Fernandez in Tangancicuaro, Michoacan, Mexico.

He had a passion for cooking, having worked at many local restaurants. He loved to spend time with his son, Ulisses Fernandez. He enjoyed driving...

Mar 25, 2025

It's a very sad week, we've lost a very dedicated Eagle Sister this Tuesday, March 25th. Our beloved sister "Betty Boop" has passed away. She joined the eagles in 1966and was an active member throughout her 59 years as an Eagle Member. She was an Auxiliary President at least 4 times as well as an office off and on...

Mar 20, 2025

On March 20, 2025, sadly our family lost a loving husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather.

Monte Dean Levaque passed away peacefully with his wife Patsy of 61 years, his daughter Kristin, son Kirk and grandchildren all by his side.

He was born on September 6, 1940 to Marshall and Lenea Levaque of Burlington, Washington.  He...

Mar 20, 2025

Arlene Benson Moore flew away to heaven on March 20, 2025.  She was born on October 16, 1946, in Mount Vernon, Washington to Ted and Myrtle Benson.

She grew up in Mount Vernon.  She graduated from MV high school in1964. She earned a BA in elementary education from Northwest Nazarene University, and a fifth year from Western...

Mar 12, 2025

Anna Maria Nystuen, 85, of St. Cloud, MN, passed away on March 12, 2025, at Virginia Mason in Seattle, surrounded by her loving family. Born on January 5, 1940, in Tjimahi, Java, Indonesia, to Cornelis and Christina (Van Dam) Zegstroo, Anna's early life was marked by historical upheaval. Her father served in the Royal Dutch Army, stationed in Indonesia....

Mar 8, 2025

Roy Carrol Bonner, beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on March 8, 2025, at the age of 89. Roy was born on August 23, 1935, in Laurel, Mississippi, the second of ten children born to Harry Leo and Gracie Irene Bonner.

Roy proudly served his country in the United States Navy from 1954 to...

Mar 7, 2025

Born October 27th, 1946 in Watertown, South Dakota, passed March 7th, 2025 at St Joseph Hospital in Bellingham, WA. My dad, Mike, was my hero, my #1 fan, and without question the best person I have ever known. He was happily married 56 years and never stopped loving my mom. Mike worked hard his entire life without complaint and...

Mar 7, 2025

Alfreda "Alfie" Hill-Banta

Alfie was born in Alberta, Canada on October 4, 1931; she passed away March 7, 2025 in Mount Vernon, WA.  At the age of 16 she moved with her family to the Okanagan Valley in British Columbia where she finished her education and worked as an accountant in Kelowna.  In 1965, Alfie moved to...

Mar 5, 2025

Mary Koopmans was born on March 24, 1934, in Bozam, Friesland, to Eldert and Fetske Schaap (Mulder). She peacefully passed away on March 5, 2025, in Burlington, WA, into the arms of her Lord and Savior.

Mary attended school in Friesland, where she took advanced courses in homemaking and sewing. She was also an accomplished ice skater....

Feb 21, 2025

They don't make 'em like him anymore – farewell to a true classic. Alen Sophus Federspiel February 10, 1931–February 21, 2025 According to family legend—one he loved to tell often—Alen Sophus Federspiel made his grand entrance into this world on February 10, 1931, in Seattle, right on his grandmother's kitchen table! Whether that's entirely true...

Feb 20, 2025

David Allen Bucks February 16, 1947 – February 20, 2025

David Allen Bucks, 78, of Mount Vernon, Washington, passed away on February 20, 2025, in Everett, Washington.

Born on February 16, 1947, in West Reading, Pennsylvania, David graduated from ELCO High School in 1965 and went on to serve his country with honor...

Feb 17, 2025

Oliver Berentson passed away peacefully on February 17, 2025. He was born November 14, 1933, in Pemberton, Minnesota to Ida and Sanford Berentson. He was the youngest and only male of four siblings. They moved to the Skagit Valley and attended Anacortes schools, Mount Vernon High School (1951), and Skagit Valley College. He enjoyed music, dancing, played the trumpet,...

Feb 15, 2025

Jesus S. Guajardo October 26, 1962 - February 15, 2025

Feb 13, 2025

Ronnie Sanders

September 5, 1981- February 13, 2025

Ronnie Sanders Jr. passed away February 13, 2025, in Bellingham WA. Ronnie was born to Ronnie Sr. and Cathy on September 5, 1981, in Sedro-Woolley, WA.

Ronnie graduated from Sedro-Woolley High School in 1999. Ronnies greatest gift in life were his...

Feb 10, 2025

Jeff DeMeyer

February 21, 1955- February 10, 2025.