Dedicated to the citizens of Mason County, Washington since 1886
Dedicated to the citizens of Mason County, Washington since 1886
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Sarah Irene (Schroeder) Morgan, 42, beloved wife of James and cherished daughter of Rona & David Schroeder died on September 20, 2021, after a valiant fight with metastatic breast cancer. Sarah was born February 18, 1979, in Shelton, WA. She moved to Belfair when she was four years old and attended school in the North Mason School District from kindergarten to graduation in 1997. Sarah and James Morgan were married on April 8, 2006, at Belfair Community Baptist Church. Sarah is survived by her...
Shirley Marie Grover, age 80, passed away peacefully on September 30, 2021, of natural causes. She was born February 5, 1941, to Melchoir and Theresia Wagner in Linton, North Dakota and was the youngest of nine children. Shirley spent the majority of her life in Wyoming living in Buffalo and moving to Sheridan Wyoming after the death of her husband, Garris Grover in 1992. She worked for Safeway for 25 years and Ace Hardware/Ben Franklin for 12 years until she retired for the second time. She...
Luke Gary Benson died of pneumonia shortly after his 34th birthday on September 29, 2021. He was born and raised in Olympia, WA, and recently was a resident of Shelton. He was loved by his mother and father, Mimi and Gary. He was loved by his brothers Erik (Jamie) and Kyle (Amanda). He was loved by a whole community of people who helped raise, teach and care for him. Those who loved him will miss him. We were all fortunate to have known Luke and are all the better for his existence. A funeral...
Roberta Lynn Scanlon (Smith) passed away at home in Tumwater on September 25, 2021. She was 55. Roberta was born to Bobby W. and Marcia J. Smith (Ford) on January 8, 1966, in Shelton WA. Roberta was a loving daughter, mother, grandmother, aunt, sister and friend. Roberta graduated from Shelton High School in 1984. She went on to Community College at Clover Park and became a Licensed Practical Nurse and worked several jobs in the Olympia area throughout the years. She loved to cook, bake, sing...
Beverly L. (Ruth) Burbridge, 92, passed away peacefully surrounded by family in her Shelton home on September 27, 2021. Beverly was born in Peoria, AZ, in 1928, to William Ruth (Maricopa County deputy) and Nellie James (from Oklahoma) who was a second cousin to Jesse James. Beverly was always proud to be related to George Herman (Babe) Ruth. She graduated from Phoenix Union High School and married Raymond Clyde McCally. Beverly later moved to San Francisco with her three-year old son, Raymond Earl McCally. In 1959, she met and married Robert L...
Forrest James Hoffman, Age 52, passed away unexpectedly at his home on September 20th, 2021. He was born in Spokane, WA, on January 8, 1969. Forrest is survived by his mother, Wyn Hoffman; his sisters, Krysia Shorten and Allison Nelson; his step-son, Cody Maheu; his nephew Daniel Huff and his niece, Caysie Huff. Forrest was known for his big heart and easy-going, laid-back personality which will be missed by all who knew him. He always had this crooked smile and a twinkle to his eyes that let...
Our beloved Mother, Phyllis Lyman (nee Brehmeyer) September 17, 1933, has left us, September 24, 2021, one week after celebrating her 88th birthday and her Grandson's wedding. She was a generous and thoughtful Wife, Mother, Grandmother, Daughter, Sister, and Aunt. She adored her grandchildren: Matthew (Karen) Kimmerly, Amry Kimmerly and Gabriella Kimmerly and was fiercely proud of all of them. We remember her incredible strength and her lifetime support for whatever endeavor we chose. She was a...
Max L. Dean passed away quietly Monday, September 13, 2021, in his home in Shelton, Washington. Born to Frank and Ocie Dean in Wichita, Kansas January 24, 1926, at five years old his family moved to a farm in Arkansas City, Kansas to be close to his grandparents. Farm life was not for Max though, at age 17 his parents granted permission for him to join the Navy. After boot camp, he graduated from Aviation Ordnance, Aerial Gunnery and Bombardier Schools. Joining a photo squadron, he spent hours i...
Robert was born August 29, 1961, in Tucson, Arizona and passed away September 12, 2021, in Puyallup, Washington. He grew up in East Los Angeles, California and lived most of his life in the greater Los Angeles area. He has been a resident of Shelton, Washington for the last 17 years. Robert loved God, his family, and his church family. He was extremely protective over those he loved. He was easy to talk to and made friends quickly. Robert had an effortless smile and a quick wit. His humor was...
On September 22nd 2021 Bonnie Bell Gosser went to be with her Lord and heavenly Father, peacefully in her home. Mom was born in Lisco, Nebraska on May 9th, 1940. She was the youngest of eight children, to Edward and Lucille Whinery. Mom married our Dad, Donald Leroy Gosser September 12th 1953. They resided in Washington State where they raised a daughter and five sons. In 1990, she moved with Dad to Douglas, Wyoming. They resided there until the death of our father in 2006. She then moved back...
Daniel James Porter, 64 of Shelton passed away in his home after a 4-year battle with cancer. Dan is survived by his new bride, Antoinette (Gomez) Porter, his mother Janet Porter, step daughters Regan (Rob) Weigel, Peggy (Gary) Owen, his sister Rita (Leslie) Roberts, brother Michael (Mary) Porter, grandchildren Roman Livingston, Isabella Livingston, Gage Weigel, Chastain Weigel, Alyvia Owen, Savannah Owen, and Gavin Owen, Nieces Emily Porter, Mariah (Tim) Bryant Adam Bryant, Shawna Rose...
Patricia A. Willey, 74, passed away at Shelton Health and Rehabilitation on Thursday, September 23rd, 2021, at 1:45 a.m. She was born in Eldorado, Kansas on October 6, 1946. Mrs. Willey had been a Shelton resident since 1951. She was a registered nurse and worked for Mason General Hospital and Fir Lane Convalescent Center for many years. She was a member of the United Methodist Church, she also helped with nurse training and Boy Scouts Pack 110. She is survived by her husband Joseph A. Willey...
Patrick Richard Brooks, born on December 28, 1948, in Lovelock, Nevada to Nadine (McDonald) and Richard Brooks, passed away on September 21, 2021, at home in Shelton. Patrick worked for Lumbermen's and Lumbermen's Homes of Shelton where he met and married Ginger Brooks in 1970. After many years with Lumbermen's he started his own construction company, Brookswood Construction. He retired from his business in 2010. Pat and Ginger divorced in 2003. Patrick enjoyed reading and traveling and for...
Betty McClanahan passed away at her home in Shelton, WA, September 20, 2021. She was 97. Betty was born on August 15, 1924, to Leonard E. "Lefty" Attwood and Ethel Victoria "Vickie" Neame in Tacoma, WA. She was the eldest of three daughters. The family spent a brief period of time in Steilacoom, WA, where her father was a pitcher for the semi-pro baseball team, the Tacoma Giants. Her family relocated to Shelton where she and her sisters were raised in their home on Eleanor Street. Betty attended...
Sherri Lombardy passed away September 18, 2021, surrounded by loved ones in her home in Shelton, Washington, at the age of 64. Sherri was born December 11, 1956 in Shelton, Washington to Kenneth Knight and Joan (Lyddon) Christensen. Her family and friends would describe her as caring, compassionate, and a kind woman. Sherri had a heart for animals like no other, caring for her own birds, her own cat, and local wild animals. She carried a fierce love for her grandchildren and family. Hobbies she...
John Brady "BJ" Whitener a Squaxin Island Tribal Member passed away September 2, 2021 at his home in Kamilche, WA, a stone's throw from where he grew up on Whitener Rd. He was 73 years old. BJ was born March 24, 1948 in Olympia, WA to Donald and Laura Lorine Whitener. He grew up in old Kamilche and graduated from Shelton High School in 1966. After graduating, he travelled while roofing until joining the Navy during the Vietnam War in 1968. During his tours he travelled the world over. After...
Daniel Curtis Gregory passed away at his home on September 11, 2021, with his loving wife at his side. Daniel was born on March 6, 1963, in Everett, WA, and his parents were Patricia (Weeks) Gregory and Sidney P. Gregory. He is survived by the "love of his life" Lisa Gregory of Shelton, WA, his father, Sid Gregory of El Paso, TX, as well as his children Curtis Gregory of St Joseph, MO, Brianne Heslop, of Moses Lake, WA, Shawna Sloane, of Moses Lake, Brenon Miller of Shelton, WA, his sister's...
Russell Dean Harper, born on April 12, 1961 in Olympia, WA, passed away at a Tribal clam dig in Kamilche, WA, on September 9, 2021, at the young age of 61, in the arms of his beloved community, the Squaxin Island Tribe. Russell was a Business Administrator, a traveler, a student of cultures, an activist for the members of the Tribe, a great cook, an unparalleled communicator and a wonderful husband and family member. He is survived by his beloved husband, Brad Henry, his siblings: Rick Harper,...
Betty Jean Sample, born on October 19th, 1928, in Seattle, WA, to Chester and Alta Dawley, passed away on Saturday, September 18, 2021. She was preceded in death by her two brothers, a sister, and her husband of 68 years Leo D. Sample. Betty is survived by her three daughters Linda L. Schonewald, Donna M. Crump, Debra L. Bailey and seven grand children, twelve great-grand children, and one great, great-grand child and many nieces and nephews. She was a very much loved, mother, grandmother and...
Brian Louis Omdahl, left this life on Thursday, September 9, 2021. Brian was born February 5, 1977 in Oceanside, CA. His parents, Max and Vikki Omdahl, moved to Shelton, WA in 1979. He has lived in Shelton his entire life. Brian attended Pioneer School from kindergarten thru eighth grade and made lifelong friends. He then moved on to Shelton High School and graduated in 1995. After high school, he went to work for Taylor Shellfish on the mussel crew. He learned how to weld and had a knack for...
Madeline Lillian Brown was born June 26, 1930, to Eli and Bella Wolden in Shelton, Washington. She was the ninth of ten children. Madeline lived most of her life in Shelton and passed away there on August 10, 2021. Madeline was a 1948 graduate of Irene S. Reed High School and worked at the local J.C. Penney store until she married in 1950. While family was her main focus in life, she was also active in her church and community. After her children were raised, she opened Nosegay Florist in...
Ruth Solberg passed away at home on September 6, 2021, in Shelton, WA, at the age of 91. Ruth was born March 30, 1930, in Hamilton, North Dakota to Fred and Florence Switzer. In her early years, Ruth was a school teacher and later became a successful business woman, owning and operating The Brotherhood, Maplebrook, and Maytown Taverns. Ruth was very active throughout her life and enjoyed her time performing with the Wrinkles of Washington. Ruth was also a talented artist, painting many...
Lalee Churchill, beloved wife of Charlie Churchill, born September 7, 1947, passed away on May 3, 2021, after a short stay in the Morton hospital. Charlie and Lalaee were happily married 22 years. Her full obituary will be printed in the Morton paper. Memorial for Lalee will be held this coming Sunday, September 19, 2021 at 3:00 p.m. by Zoom video conference. To attend, please text (334) 538-3646 for your invitation....
Devon Matthew Barker-Cornell, born December 21st, 2001 to Heather Florek (Barker) and Leroy Cornell, passed away September 3rd, 2021. Devon was 19, and attended Shelton High School for his senior year. He graduated in 2020 with honors. His immediate family, work family, and friends would describe him as loving, caring, funny, hard working, and determined. He would always make a bad day better, even if he was having a bad day himself. He is survived by his parents, both of Shelton. His step...
David E. Howe died at home September 1st, 2021. He was born May 24, 1934. He served in the U. S. Navy from 1951-1955 aboard the U.S.S. Stickell. He is survived by his wife and six children. A Memorial service will be held September 20th, 2021 at 11a.m., at Shelton Memorial Park Cemetery....
