Recent Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Aberdeen, Grays Harbor County and Surrounding Areas
John Howard Benham
Mar 25, 2026
John Howard Benham, 71, passed away at home surrounded by his loving family on March 25, 2026, after a long battle with esophagus cancer.
He was born on August 9, 1954, to John and Joyce Benham in Santa Monica, CA.
He was preceded in death by his precious daughter Amy, his parents John and Joyce Benham and brother-in-law Brian Fountain.
John is survived...
Robert "Bob" Keith Andrews
Mar 12, 2026
Robert ‘Bob’ Keith Andrews, 85, Aberdeen resident and former manager of Weyerhaeuser’s South Aberdeen Sawmill, died Thursday, March 12, 2026 at Harbor Regional Health in Aberdeen, WA.
Bob was born on April 28, 1940, in Newberg, Oregon to Wayne Vernon Andrews and Veona Mae (Russell) Andrews. He lived there until age 14 when his family moved to Coos Bay, Oregon. Bob...
Gayle Rae Carpenter-Jay
Mar 7, 2026
With deep sorrow we announce the passing of Gayle Rae Carpenter-Jay, on March 7th, 2026, at the age of 83. Gayle was a kind, caring and devoted mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, who will be deeply missed.
Gayle was born to the late Ray and Beaulah Johnson on May 10th, 1942. Gayle was raised in Wishkah, WA where she attended and...
Leolynn Marie DuVal
Mar 7, 2026
Leolynn Marie DuVal, 70, former Aberdeen resident and log truck driver, died Saturday, March 7, 2026, at Providence Centralia Hospital in Centralia, Washington.
Leolynn was born on November 29, 1955, in Aberdeen to Leo DuVal and Genevieve Arquette. She grew up in Aberdeen and then to Oakville where she graduated from Oakville High School in 1973. She later moved to Alaska...
Dwaine Samuel Howard
Mar 3, 2026
Dwaine Samuel Howard, of Grayland, Washington, passed away on Tuesday, March 3, 2026, at Pacific Care Center in Hoquiam, Washington. He was 88 years old.
Born on June 14, 1937, in Longview, Washington to Clarence and Bessie (Chaufty) Howard. Dwaine was raised in the Cathlamet area, attending Wakiakum school district. After graduating in 1955, he went on to obtain his bachelor's...
Wayne William Rognlin
Feb 12, 2026
Wayne William Rognlin, of Tubac, Arizona and Aberdeen, Washington, laid down his tools on February 12, 2026, exactly eight years to the hour after the love of his life, Marlene, went ahead of him. He was 97. If you knew Wayne, you understand- even in his passing, timing mattered.
Commitment mattered. Keeping your word mattered.
Wayne was born on February 3, 1929...
Erik Michael Chillman
Feb 10, 2026
Erik Chillman, 45, was born on June 10th, 1980, in Aberdeen, Washington to Forrest (Mike) and Connie Chillman. He passed away peacefully on February 10, 2026.
Erik was born and raised in Aberdeen, WA with his parents and brother, Alex. He attended McDermoth Elementary School, Miller Junior High and Aberdeen High School. He was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church. After...
Mickey Joe Sisk Sr.
Feb 8, 2026
Mickey Joe Sisk Sr., cherished husband, father, uncle, and friend, known for his quick wit and love for a good time, who always brought laughter and light wherever he went, passed away on Sunday, February 8, 2026, at Harbor Regional Health in Aberdeen at the age of 67.
Born on May 8,1958, in Torrance, California to Charles and Jessie (Conklin) Sisk....
Carol Adell Trusty
Feb 7, 2026
Carol Adell (Campbell) Trusty passed away on Feb 7th, 2026 on the farm surrounded by family in Porter, WA. She was born May 24th, 1942 in Tacoma, WA to her parents Udell Campbell and Gladys (Martel) Campbell. She spent most of her childhood between the Olympia area, Missoula, Montana, and Hood River Oregon. She graduated in 1961 from North Thurston...
Belinda Robin Snow
Feb 6, 2026
Belinda Robin Snow (Aronson), 74, of Aberdeen, lost her fight with cancer on February 6, 2026. She was born on June 10, 1951, in Grays Harbor at the old St. Joseph’s Hospital. Belinda was the beloved daughter of the late Myron and Dorothy Aronson.
Belinda graduated from Aberdeen High School in 1969, followed by graduating from Dewitt’s Beauty School in 1972....
Patricia Gloria Louise Hole
Feb 5, 2026
Patricia Gloria Louise (McLean) Hole, 96, Aberdeen resident and former Administrative Assistant to the Vice-President of Weyerhaeuser died Thursday, February 5, 2026, at Pacific Care Center in Hoquiam, WA.
Pat was born in Helena Montana on January 2, 1930, to Charles Hector and Selma (Baumann) McLean Her family moved to Walla Walla, WA when she was 9 and she graduated from...
Mary Nadine Van De Wall
Feb 4, 2026
Mary Van De Wall, 74, was a remarkable woman whose life was marked by kindness, patience, and unwavering devotion to her family and her faith. She possessed one of the gentlest hearts anyone could encounter and lived her life serving others with grace and quiet strength. Mary cherished time spent fishing and camping alongside her beloved husband, Ralph. She found...
James Marston "Jim" Brown
Feb 1, 2026
James Marston “Jim” Brown, 75, longtime Aberdeen resident and attorney with Phillips, Krause & Brown, passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 1, 2026. He was born February 5, 1950 in Aberdeen, Washington to Donald Matthew Brown and Jeannette Marie Phillips.
Jim graduated from Aberdeen High School in 1968 and from the University of Washington in 1972 with degrees in Trumpet and...
Michael James "Mike" Whelan
Jan 27, 2026
Michael James “Mike” Whelan, 75, beloved husband, father, brother, and former Grays Harbor County Sheriff, died Tuesday, January 27, 2026.
Mike was born on April 3, 1950, in Burlington, WA to James and June (Jensen) Whelan. They moved to Seattle, WA where he graduated from Rainier Beach High School. Mike enlisted in the Air Force and served as a Radio Operator...
William Thomas Brakus
Jan 23, 2026
William Thomas Brakus, 91, lifetime Wishkah Valley Resident and former Supervisor at the Grays Harbor Public Utility District (GHPUD), went to be with his Heavenly Father on Friday, January 23, 2026, at his home in Wishkah Valley, Aberdeen WA.
William was born on January 19, 1935, to John Ralph “Yanko” and Helen Lettia (Winn) Brakus at the family home in Wishkah...
Maridell Therese Hill
Jan 17, 2026
Maridell Therese Hill, 85, died on January 17, 2026 in Hoquiam, WA.
Maridell, born on April 13, 1940, was the first daughter of Gabriel Knutson (GK) Ness and Tina Dale Ness. She had 5 older brothers and a younger sister. Born and raised in the small town of Fordville, North Dakota, she graduated from high school in 1958. After high school,...
Emily Ann Sorenson
Jan 16, 2026
Our sweet, precious little girl, Emily Ann Sorenson, age 11, of Montesano passed away peacefully in the arms of her heartbroken parents, January 16th 2026, at Mary Bridge Children’s Hospital in Tacoma. She was born in Aberdeen, Washington July 11, 2014, to Megan Rydman and Jake Sorenson.
Emily was born with a disability that prevented her from walking and talking but...
Carol Leona Wilson
Jan 10, 2026
Carol Leona Wilson, aged 79, passed away peacefully at her family home in Aberdeen, Washington, on January 10, 2026 just a few weeks short of her 80th birthday.
Carol was born in Aberdeen to Andrew and Lila LeRoy. She was a lifelong resident of Grays Harbor living in both Hoquiam and Aberdeen. She went to school in Hoquiam and graduated from...
William Michael Jurasin
Jan 6, 2026
Lifetime Grays Harbor resident William Jurasin peacefully passed away on January 6th with his beloved wife Debbie at his side. Also known as “Bill, Sweet William, Wild Bill, and Popsie” was born on April 11, 1948, to Philip and Mary Jurasin of Central Park. He married Linda Romine of Hoquiam in 1970. They were married 13 years and had a...
James Douglas "Doug" Henson
Dec 23, 2025
James Douglas “Doug” Henson,
Passed away, peacefully, in his bed Dec 23, 2025, at the BeeHive Assisted living facility in McCleary. Born July 12, 1941, in Aberdeen, to the proud parents James and Nelli (Thomas) Henson.
He grew up on the harbor, graduated from North River High School in 1959. He met the love of his life, Karen McLaughlin, at a dance...
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