obituaries

Feb 13, 2026

On February 13th, 2026 Mary Frances Stewart, 79, passed away in Silverdale, WA. Mary was born on January 7th, 1947 in Mulvane, KS. Mary worked in the government service civil services industry. Mary will be missed by all who knew her. 

Feb 13, 2026

On February 13th, 2026 Jennifer Catherine Byrne, 52, passed away in Silverdale, WA. Jennifer was born on October 25th, 1973 in Syosset Long Island, NY. Jennifer was a photo processor in the retail industry. Jennifer will be missed by all her friends and family members. 

Feb 6, 2026

On February 6th, 2026 Judith Lynn Jenkins, 73, passed away in Silverdale, WA. Judith was born on January 3rd, 1953 in Bremerton, WA. Judith was in the hospitality industry for many dedicated years. Judith will be missed by all who knew her. 

Feb 6, 2026

On February 6th, 2026 Catherine Allison Anderson, 61, passed away on Bainbridge Island, WA. Catherine was born on December 14th, 1964 in Memphis, TN. Catherine worked in the vintage sales industry. Catherine will be missed by all who knew her. 

Feb 3, 2026

On February 3rd, 2026 Ginger Lee Meier, 60, passed away in Puyallup, WA. Ginger was born on June 28th, 1965 in Texas. Ginger was a dedicated teacher in the education industry. Ginger will be missed by all who knew her. 

Jan 27, 2026

On January 27th, 2026 Gretchen Naomi Dewire, 80, passed away in Silverdale, WA. Gretchen was born on May 28th, 1945 in Seattle, WA. Gretchen was a bonsai nursery owner who will be missed by all who knew her.

Jan 27, 2026

On January 27th, 2026 Donna Rae Ahrens, 87, passed away in Silverdale, WA. Donna was born on August 31st, 1938 in Washington, IA. Donna worked in the forensic science field. Donna will be missed by all her friends and family members. 

Jan 27, 2026

On January 27th, 2026 George Butler McDonald Jr., 88, passed away in Silverdale, WA. George was born on September 13th, 1937 in Little Rock, AR. George was a physician in the radiology industry for many dedicated years. George will be missed by all who knew him. 

Jan 27, 2026

On January 27, 2026, Susan Gail Stucks, 80, passed away in Poulsbo, WA. Born on November 7, 1945, in Duluth, MN, Susan served as a US Navy Reservist and worked in the insurance industry. She will be deeply missed by all who knew her.

Jan 26, 2026

We are saddened to announce the passing of Adam Stanley Skilken, on January 26, 2026 in Silverdale Washington. He was 93 years old.

He is survived by his children, Sheri Pacitto, Daniel and Nancy Skilken, Tammie and Steven Moritz, and Susan Wittenberg. And by his grandchildren, Lauren Lewis, Aaron Skilken, Jennifer Moritz, Hannah Moritz, Adam Moritz, and Shaina Pacitto. And his...

Jan 20, 2026

On January 20th 2026, Lois Carol Cress, 82, passed away in Bremerton, WA. Lois was born on June 8th, 1943 in Warren, MI. Lois was a beloved member of the community who will be missed by all who knew her. 

Jan 18, 2026

On January 18th, 2026, Richard Courtney May, Jr., 82, passed away in Seattle, WA. Richard was born on March 18th, 1943 in Los Angeles, CA. Richard was a dedicated machinist for many years. Richard will be missed by all his friends and family members.

Arrangements are under the care of Simplicity Cremation of Poulsbo, WA

Jan 12, 2026

On January 12th, 2026 Patricia M Harper, 100, passed away in Sequim, WA. Patricia was born on May 25th, 1925 in Seattle, WA. Patricia was a dedicated executive secretary for many years. Patricia was a lifelong Washington State resident who will be missed by all who knew her.

Arrangements are under the care of Simplicity Cremation of Poulsbo, WA

Jan 2, 2026

On January 2nd, 2026, Jean Elizabeth Johnson, 71, passed away in Silverdale, WA. Jean was born on January 31st, 1954 in Denville, NJ. After receiving her master's degree, Jean went on to become a dedicated speech therapist. Jean will be missed by all who knew her.

Arrangements are under the care of Simplicity Cremation of Poulsbo, WA...

Jan 2, 2026

On January 2nd, 2026 Floyd Michael Strand, 59, passed away in Poulsbo, WA. Floyd was born on January 30th, 1966 in Portland, OR. Floyd was a self-employed maintenance worker for many years. Floyd will be missed by all his friends and family members.

Arrangements are under the care of Simplicity Cremation of Poulsbo, WA

Jan 2, 2026

Arliss Joyce (Lessard) Burns earned her angel wings on Friday, January 2, 2026, surrounded by her family. It fills our heart knowing she finally reunited with her husband, Pat, who preceded her to heaven 5 years ago. They were married for 65 years on earth, and now, together for eternity! Ever the devout Catholic and family matriarch, Arliss leaves a...

Dec 27, 2025

On December 27, 2025, Charles Read Gurrad, 94, passed away in Poulsbo, WA. Born on February 24, 1931, in Aberdeen, WA, Charles served in the U.S. armed forces and was a devoted carpenter. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him.

Arrangements are under the care of Simplicity Cremation of Poulsbo, WA

Dec 22, 2025

Our mom, Lillian Sienknecht, was generous with her time, quick with a smile, and had a gift for making people laugh—often without ever trying. Though shy in her younger years, especially because of her height and slender frame, she truly came into her own in college and then fully blossomed through a life of service, creativity, and quiet leadership.

Born and...

Dec 15, 2025

On December 18th, 2025 Leonard Joseph Mekosky, 85, passed away in Bremerton, WA. Leonard was born on September 18, 1940 in Aberdeen, WA. Leonard served in the US armed forces and was a logger in the logging company for many years. Leonard was a lifelong Washington State resident who will be missed by all who knew him.

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Dec 7, 2025

On December 7th, 2025 Susan Warren Shaw, 86, passed away in Bainbridge Island, WA. Susan was born on November 16th, 1939 in Saint Louis, MI. Susan will by all her friends and family members.

Arrangements are under the care of Simplicity Cremation of Poulsbo, WA