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Dedicated to the citizens of Mason County, Washington since 1886
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Kenneth Simmons, Jr., 68, of Shelton, Washington, passed away on October 27, 2023. Ken, fondly known as Kenny or Papa Kenny, was born to Kenneth (Bud) Simmons, Sr. and Kathryn (Delores) James (née Lynn) in Shelton, WA. He served in the United States Navy as a Seabee, where he learned his skills as a diesel mechanic. He worked for Simpson Timber Company for many years but ended his career working for Serco as a naval contractor repairing, maintaining, and upgrading naval ships around the world... Full story
Michael John Smith, 67, died peacefully October 18th, 202, with his family by his side. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Michael was born December 28th, 1955, to Billy and Norma Smith in Gilroy, California. His family moved to Shelton, Washington in 1975 when Michael was 19 years old. On July 24th, 1978, he married Lori Ayers in Seattle, Washington. They were married for 26 years and resided in Shelton, Washington where they raised a daughter and a son. Michael attended trade sch... Full story
Ralph Lee Anderson, born on November 28, 1943 in Whitefish, Montana to Lester and Oriel Anderson passed away September 18, 2023, at the age of 79, at home with his family in Shelton, Washington. During his earliest years, Ralph lived in Harrington, Washington before moving to Chimacum, Washington. While in Chimacum, Ralph was unofficially adopted into the family of Reverend George and Penelope Poor. After graduating from Chimacum High School in 1962, Ralph moved with the Poor family to... Full story
Mary Harrington, 74, a resident of Winlock, WA passed away October 23, 2023, at home. Arrangements are by McComb & Wagner Family Funeral Home and Crematory. Elliott Madea, 32, a resident of Shelton, passed away October 26, 2023, at Mason General Hospital. Arrangements are by McComb & Wagner Family Funeral Home and Crematory. Drene Volz, 68, a resident of Belfair, passed away October 28, 2023, at home. Arrangements are by McComb & Wagner Family Funeral Home and Crematory. Angela Gonzales, 77, a resident of Shelton, passed away October 28, 2023,... Full story
June Rose Burrell, 97, passed away October 7, 2023, in Belfair, Washington, her home of 61 years. She was born June 6, 1926, to Chauncey and Katherine White in Everett, Washington. She also resided in the Washington cities of VanZandt, Bellingham, Wishkah, Rochester, and Little Rock. June graduated from Mt. Baker High School (1944) and Western Washington College (1948). She married Richard "Dick" Burrell on November 22, 1947, in VanZandt. Professionally, she worked for the Ferndale, Wishkah and... Full story
Wesley E. Ostertag passed away August 31, 2023, in Tacoma, Washington. He was born October 3, 1939, to Evelyn Francis (Jones) Ostertag and Thomas Ostertag in Stevenson, Washington. A Matlock, Washington, resident for 25 years, he also resided in the Washington cities of Shelton, Eatonville, Federal Way, Lynnwood, and Vancouver. Wes attended Eatonville Elementary School and graduated from Battleground High School in 1946. He served in the U.S. Coast Guard at Coos Bay Lifeboat Station in Charlesto... Full story
Curtis Warren Boothe was born on March 31, 1957 in Seattle, WA. On August 23, 2023, Curtis passed away at St. Peter's Hospital in Olympia, WA. Curtis was dedicated to his wife and he loved his family and friends. He was a kindhearted person with an amazing sense of humor. Some of Curt's favorite past times included fishing, hunting, and watching the Seahawks games. Curtis moved to the Lake Nahwatzel area at the age of 10. He was well known in the community and enjoyed spending time with friends... Full story
Charles Marvin Manke "Chuck", a resident of Olympia, WA, died Saturday October 14, 2023, at home. He was 90 years old. He was born June 3, 1933 in Selby, South Dakota. He moved to Shelton, Washington with his parents Elmer and Dorothy and sister Bunny Orr, née Manke, in 1934 at eighteen months old. He spent the rest of his life in Shelton and Olympia. Chuck was raised in a very lively household of four brothers and three sisters. All five boys shared a bedroom. There was rarely a family event wh... Full story
John Frederick Hinck, a long-time resident of Shelton, Washington and an ardent admirer of the natural world, died July 12, 2023, in Umhlanga, South Africa. Survived by Marion Spence, his spouse of 35 years, his four children – John (Betsy), Stephen (Mona), Andrew (Cynthia), and Matthew (Jill), and nine grandchildren. John Frederick Hinck, the middle of three sons of Helen and Frederick Hinck, was born in Jamaica, NY, on May 17, 1940. John attended Corpus Christi grammar school in Mineola, NY a... Full story
Born July 6, 1931, on a small farm in Blair, Wisconsin to Jennings and Mabel Miklethun. She passed away October 12, 2023, she was 92. For the first 10 years of her life, they all lived together with her grandparents Anton and Bertha Miklethun. Brother Dean was born in 1935. They moved to Harmony, Minnesota in 1941. Brother Darrell was born in 1943. She graduated High School in 1949. After graduation she moved to Winona, Minnesota where she met her soon to be husband Frank. In 1950, her entire... Full story
Ricky Clay Lanning of Shelton, WA, lost his long courageous battle with Cancer on October 16, 2023, he was 75. Rick was born on November 3, 1947, to Richard Charles Lanning and Della Virginia Hughes in Gooding, Idaho. The family relocated to Hoodsport, WA, where he made wonderful memories. Rick graduated from Irene S. Reed High School in 1967, he then joined the United States Air Force, he was based at Forbes Air Force base in Topeka, Kansas. Rick married Nora Lee Hasch-Hockman on September 14,... Full story
Robert French, 84, a resident of Shelton, passed away October 13, 2023, at home. Arrangements are by McComb & Wagner Family Funeral Home and Crematory. Marty Kaufman, 63, a resident of Allyn, passed away October 17, 2023, at home. Arrangements are by McComb & Wagner Family Funeral Home and Crematory. Michael John Smith, 67, a resident of Shelton, passed away October 18, 2023, at Alpine Way Assisted Living. Arrangements are by Forest Funeral Home and Crematory. Omar Daniel Chavez-Leyva, 21, a resident of Olympia, passed away October 23, 2023,... Full story
Remembering Gilbert "Gib" Johnston September 28, 1938 ~ September 12, 2023 Please join us for a Celebration of Gib's Life on Saturday, October 21, 2023 at 2:00 p.m. Shelton Presbyterian Church - 1430 E. Shelton Springs Rd. Shelton, WA You can also join us online at www.shelton.pres.org Click on Live Worship... Full story
Robert "Bob" Evan Helm was born in Seattle on June 4, 1937, to Forest T. Helm and Leola V. Helm. He passed to his Lord on September 5, 2023. Bob graduated from Franklin High School and attended the University of Washington. In 1959, Bob married Elizabeth Richardson (Betty). They celebrated 64 anniversaries before his death. Bob was employed at Seattle City Light for 10 years in underground engineering. The family moved to Kirkland in 1966 and soon after Bob made a career change to home... Full story
Born July 6, 1931, on a small farm in Blair, Wisconsin to Jennings and Mabel Miklethun. She passed away October 12, 2023, she was 92. For the first 10 years of her life, they all lived together with her grandparents Anton and Bertha Miklethun. Brother Dean was born in 1935. They moved to Harmony, Minnesota in 1941. Brother Darrell was born in 1943. She graduated High School in 1949. After graduation she moved to Winona, Minnesota where she met her soon to be husband Frank. In 1950, her entire... Full story
John Miller of Matlock passed unexpectedly on October 1, 2023 at 11:44 p.m. in Idaho Falls, ID from a heart attack. John was born in Bremerton, Washington to Pete and Shirlee (Owens) Miller July 13, 1951. Growing up John lived in many places but made Matlock his forever home with his wife Genna Miller. John and Genna (Jo)were married June 30, 1989 John enlisted in the U.S. Marines in 1971 and left the Marines in 1975. He was the most patriotic American you could ever meet. He loved driving... Full story
Curtis Warren Boothe was born on March 31, 1957 in Seattle, WA. On August 23, 2023, Curtis passed away at St. Peter’s Hospital in Olympia, WA. Curtis was dedicated to his wife and he loved his family and friends. He was a kindhearted person with an amazing sense of humor. Some of Curt’s favorite past times included fishing, hunting, and watching the Seahawks games. Curtis moved to the Lake Nahwatzel area at the age of 10. He was well known in the community and enjoyed spending time with fri... Full story
Cheri Huck, 62, a resident of Shelton, passed away September 24, 2023, in Hawaii. Arrangements are by McComb & Wagner Family Funeral Home and Crematory. Alicia Perrin, 30, a resident of Shelton, passed away October 7, 2023, on Hwy 16 in Gig Harbor, WA. Arrangements are by McComb & Wagner Family Funeral Home and Crematory. Steve Skiles, 75, a resident of Lacey, passed away October 7, 2023, at home. Arrangements are by McComb & Wagner Family Funeral Home and Crematory. Bernadine Robertson, 82, a resident of Shelton, passed away October 9, 2023,... Full story
Freda A. Rodgers Schnitzer of Shelton, Washington passed away peacefully at the age of 93, on September 24, 2023. Freda was born in Moore, Montana on October 24, 1929, which she is quick to point out was the day the stock market crashed, precipitating the Great Depression. As the youngest of eight children, Freda had happy memories of her early childhood on the Rodgers family ranch. Her parents, Russell and Cora Ellen (Lee) Rodgers homesteaded 160 acres adjacent to the Yogo Sapphire Mine site... Full story
Joseph Castelluccio, Sr., of Olympia, Washington, passed away on September 3rd, 2023. He was 76. Joseph, fondly known as Joe, was born in Genoa, Italy, on April 10th, 1947. He came to the United States at the age of 15; he met Juanita at the age of 19 on October 28th, 1966, while serving in the U.S. Army at Fort Lewis, Washington. Joe and Juanita were married on March 1st, 1969. Joe is survived by his loving wife Juanita and their two children, Joseph Castelluccio, Jr., his wife Jamie... Full story
Clarence "Gene" Eugene Hoosier, 79, passed away September 29, 2023, at Virginia Mason Hospital in Seattle. He was born November 27, 1943, to Ted and Helen Hoosier in Shelton. Gene married Carolyn Fletcher on November 26, 1960. He worked as an Aerospace Machinist at Certified Aerospace and Olympic Tool in Shelton until he retired in 2006. Gene enjoyed spending time with his family, hunting, fishing, and cars. He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Carolyn Hoosier; daughters Connie (Reid) Smith a... Full story
Father Paul Allen Kaech went home to the Lord Jesus unexpectedly, on Monday, October 2, 2023, in his home in Shelton. Born in Chehalis, Washington, on February 8, 1964, to Edward and Louise Kaech, he was the youngest of seven children. Paul grew up in Frances, Washington, and attended Lebam Elementary and Willapa Valley High School in nearby Menlo, Washington. At a young age, Paul would be found playing on the small family farm with cousins, many of whom lived within a five-mile radius. As a... Full story
Judy Fae Hankin October 7, 1947 ~ September 14, 2023 Judy filled many important roles during her life on earth. Judy Hankins was a faithful wife to Dan Hankins for nearly 50 years. They raised three children, and enjoyed many family camping adventures on the Oregon Coast. Judy loved riding her 3-wheeler along the beach, as fast as it would go, and playing follow the leader in the sand dunes. Her Pancakes always tasted better, when made over a camp stove with a little dust and dirt blown into the... Full story
Cheri Marie (Orr) Huck, passed away at the age of 62 in Honolulu, Hawaii on September 24, 2023. Cheri was born on August 26, 1961 and was a loving wife, mother, daughter, grandmother, aunt, cousin and friend. She is preceded in death by her father Raymond Orr, and survived by her husband, Hugh (Skip) Huck, her mother Bernice (Bunny) Orr, her children, Christopher Crawford and Melissa (Anthony) Marth, her grandchildren, Eleanor and Lorelei Marth and her brother, Gary (Shannon) Orr. A celebration... Full story
In Loving Memory of Douglas Bianchi It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Douglas James Bianchi, 62, of East Wenatchee. Douglas was a pillar of strength, resilience, and love-whose spirit touched all those fortunate enough to know him. He leaves behind a lasting legacy in the hearts of his beloved family and the countless lives he touched. Douglas was born November 21, 1960, in Burien, WA to Jim Francis Bianchi and Dena Marie Schorno. He grew up in Belfair and attended... Full story
