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Evelyn Drossos Lallas
May 17, 2025
It is with deep love and sorrow that we share the passing of our beautiful mother, Evelyn Drossos Lallas, who left this world peacefully on May 17, 2025, surrounded by the family she cherished. She was everything to us - our heart, our strength, and our greatest joy.
Evelyn was born on July 14, 1933, in Penticton, British Columbia, Canada, the...
Edythe-Mae "Barbara" Cunningham
May 15, 2025
Edythe-Mae “Barbara” Cunningham, age 97, of Bellingham, Wash., passed away peacefully on May 15, 2025, at Highland nursing home. Barbara was born November 22, 1927, at Providence Hospital in Seattle, Wash., to Patrick and Patricia (McDermot) Cunningham. The eldest of four children, she attended Bellingham Campus School through the eighth grade at what is now Western Washington University. She graduated...
Philip "Jim" Blunck
2025
A man who loved the Lord and his family.
Philip "Jim" Blunck (86) passed away May 12, 2025 in the loving arms of his wife, Arlene.
Jim was preceded in death by an infant daughter, his father; mother and adoptive father; his foster parents, two sisters, a nephew, a grandson, and a granddaughter.
He is survived by his wife Arlene of nearly 69...
Gene Thomas Hewitson
May 11, 2025
Gene Hewitson, age 81, passed away peacefully at Whatcom Hospice House on Sunday, May 11, 2025. He was born in London, England on October 12, 1943. The family moved to Washington when he was three years old and he was raised in Bellingham. A proud veteran, Gene served in the US Navy. He worked for many years at Liberty Equipment...
William Zander Rice
May 7, 2025
With great sadness, we announce that William “Will” Zander Rice, age 64, passed away of natural causes on May 7, 2025.
Born in Flushing, NY to Ruthmary (Zander) and William “Bill” Rice, and raised in New York City, Will found his zest for adventure and travel while exploring NYC and the U.S. with his family. In his early teens, his family...
Nelson Rene Rios
May 6, 2025
Nelson Rene Recart Rios passed away peacefully on May 6, 2025, in Bellingham, Washington, at the age of 84. Born in the Borough of Manhattan, New York City, to Louise Vossaert and Justo Recart, Nelson spent much of his youth in Tampa, Florida, where he first discovered a lifelong love of sailing – perched on a pier, resting his feet...
Lena Maria Harris
May 4, 2025
Lena’s first breath was September 20, 1927, in Hallstadt, Germany, and she peacefully breathed her last on May 4, 2025, at the age of 97 surrounded by her family in Bellingham, Washington. Lena “Leni” Maria Harris was born to Katharina and Johann Kalb. She was the eldest of three girls. She is survived by Maria, who lives in the same...
Annette Hella Lyon
May 1, 2025
Annette Hella (Hattendorf) Lyon passed away in Lynden, WA on May 1, 2025.
Born on October 17, 1962, in Murrhardt, Germany, Annette was the youngest of six children born to Alexander and Hella Hattendorf.
Annette immigrated to the United States in 2009, settling in Washington State, and in 2012 she received her United States Citizenship. From childhood, Annette was known for her...
Carolyn Joyce Mendenhall
May 1, 2025
Carolyn Joyce Mendenhall, age 78, passed away on May 1, 2025, in Bellingham, WA.
Carolyn was born on December 6, 1946, to her parents Jim and Thelma Boone in White Salmon, WA. She graduated from Western Washington University and started out her career as an English teacher. On July 5, 1969, Carolyn married her husband, Perry Mendenhall, and they spent over...
Sinauli F. Faatili
Apr 26, 2025
Sinauli F. Faatili, age 67, passed away on April 26, 2025 in Tacoma, Washington. Sina was born on April 7, 1958 in Fitiuta, American Samoa to parents Faiaipau Fau Lelea and Tuiveevee Tei. She attended Aoa Elementary School, Fagaitua High School, and American Samoa Community College.
Sina was dedicated to helping her community and her country. She proudly served in the...
Harvey Grant Henry, Sr.
Apr 24, 2025
Harvey Henry, Sr. went home to his Lord and Savior on April 24, 2025, at his home in Bellingham, Washington, surrounded by his loving family. He was 93. Harvey was born at home on March 7, 1932, in LaConner, Washington, to Daniel Henry and Olive (Saunders) Henry, the fourth of seven children. Harvey lived his early childhood years in Skagit...
Richard "Rick" J. Qualls, Sr.
Apr 23, 2025
In Loving Memory of Pastor Richard John Qualls Sr. September 13, 1953 – April 23, 2025
With deep sorrow and profound hope in Christ, we announce the passing of Pastor Richard John Qualls Sr., who was born in Port Townsend, Washington, on September 13, 1953, and entered into the presence of his Savior on April 23, 2025.
Richard was the beloved husband...
Fred J. Morgan
Apr 18, 2025
Fred J. Morgan, aged 84, passed away peacefully at his home in Bellingham on April 18, 2025. Born to Goldie and Raymond Morgan in Longview, WA, Fred was a beloved son, husband, father, grandfather, and friend. Fred lived a life rich in love, laughter, and generosity. He is lovingly survived by his wife, Ophelia, with whom he shared countless memories;...
Judith Lorene McCormick
Apr 11, 2025
Judy L. McCormick, age 83, passed away peacefully in Bellingham on Friday, April 11, 2025.
She was born on February 26, 1942 in Bellingham to Ernie and Evelyn Nolte. Raised in Everson, she graduated from Nooksack Valley High School in 1960. Judy married Bill McCormick on June 15, 1974. Her occupations over the years included cannery work, waitressing, and a job...
Christopher Lee Quady
Apr 7, 2025
In loving memory of Christopher Quady. Chris passed away at his Sandy Point home on the evening of Monday, April 7, at the age of 61.
Chris was born in Bellingham, WA to parents John “Jack” and Helen “Colleen” Quady. He graduated from Sehome High School and grew up in the Silver Beach neighborhood on Northshore Drive. He met his life...
Marcia M. Thomas
Apr 7, 2025
Marcia Minida Thomas passed away peacefully on April 7, 2025, at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Bellingham, Washington, with her loving family by her side. She was 84 years old. With grace, strength, and courage, Marcia fought a brief battle against an aggressive lung cancer.
Born on March 21, 1941, in Bellingham at the “old St. Luke’s Hospital” to Viola and Herb...
Michel Raymond "Ray" Sayegh
Apr 6, 2025
Michel Raymond ‘Ray’ Sayegh, passed away peacefully at the distinguished age of 94 in the arms of his family, and sent on his way with loving words and songs of peace on April 6th, 2025 in Bellingham, Washington. A devoted husband, caring father, and respected hard worker, Ray will be remembered for his easy-going and gentle ways, calming wisdom, helpfulness,...
Samuel Jace Edmerson
Mar 29, 2025
Samuel Jace Edmerson, born on May 27, 1998, passed away in his sleep on March 29, 2025 at the age of 26.
Anyone who knew Sammy can say that he was kind and compassionate, willing to help anyone in need. He liked peanut butter pie and tater tot casserole. Anime and video games both consumed his free time. He absolutely loved...
Dixie Jean Daniels
Mar 25, 2025
Dixie Jean Daniels, age 96, passed away on March 25, 2025, in Ferndale, WA.
Dixie was born on September 26, 1928, in Sultan, WA to parents Wade Bonine and Evelyn Ward Bonine.
She married Shirley Daniels, Sr. on November 7, 1947, in Sultan, and their son Shirley “Dan” Jr was born in October the following year. Their second son, Hugh, was born...
Henry "Bud" John Maier
Mar 22, 2025
In loving memory of Henry John Maier, who everyone knew as Bud. The man, the myth, the legend! He was born in Camden, NJ on September 26, 1955, and passed away peacefully at home in Blaine, WA on March 22, 2025.
Bud was a loving father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, uncle, & friend. He lost his wife on December 2, 2019. Henry...
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