Recent Obituaries

May 21, 2026

William Scott Smith, "Bill" to all who knew him, passed away on May 21 at Franciscan Hospice House in Tacoma. He Was 75.

Bill and his twin brother Bob were Aberdeen graduates of Weatherwax High School, born on July 6th 1950 to Jack M. & Dorothy A Smith of Cosmopolis.

Bill was preceded in death by his Parents, brother "kip" who died...

Jul 1, 2026

Bernice (Lutgen) Christensen, 93, passed away peacefully in her sleep at home on July 1, 2026, with family caring for her.

Bernice was a woman of tremendous generosity, practical wisdom, directness, and fierce love. She welcomed people from every walk of life into her home, business, and heart. Her generosity went beyond kind words: she quietly offered many people a hand,...

Jun 20, 2026

Jun 19, 2026

Marlene “Marn” Majeski

April 30-1953 - June 19, 2026

Marlene “Marn” Majeski was born in Aberdeen, Washington to Frank and Wanda Majeski on April 30, 1953. Along with her brother, she was raised in South Aberdeen and attended Stevens School. Marlene graduated from J.M. Weatherwax High School in 1971. She was adored by her classmates, earning her the title of “Senior Class...

Jun 19, 2026

Pamela “Pam” Louise Burns, a lifetime Grays Harbor resident, passed away on Friday, June 19, 2026, at the age of 78 surrounded by her family at Providence St. Peter Hospital in Olympia, Washington.

Born on May 24, 1948, in Aberdeen to parents, Lewis and Ada Stein. Pam was raised alongside her sister, attending Aberdeen schools and graduated from JM Weatherwax High...

Jun 17, 2026

Mary Louise Quinby, 101, loving wife, mother, and grandmother was a longtime resident of Grayland, died on June 17, 2026.

She was born in Aberdeen on August 26, 1924, to Lucy Pauline (Yock) and John O'Hagan. As a young girl, she helped her mother on the family farm and graduated from Ocosta High School, where she played basketball on the All-State...

Jun 16, 2026

Charlene Marie Seaman, 90, Aberdeen resident and former Secretarial Manager for the Central Intelligence Agency in Washington D.C., died Tuesday, June 16, 2026 at Pacific Care Center in Hoquiam, WA. There will be a celebration of life held at Central Park Neighborhood Church on Friday, June 19, 2026 at 1:00 PM. Please no black clothing. She and her late husband,...

Jun 9, 2026

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Joleen Sue Anderson, a beloved wife, mother, and friend. Born on September 1, 1948, to Eileen and Joseph McCowan in Bloomington, Illinois. Joleen attended school in Bloomington, then went through the radiology technician program, graduating with honors. She spent over 50 years in the medical profession. She lived a...

Jun 6, 2026

Howard Irwin Moe, 89, a longtime Hoquiam resident passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 6, 2026, surrounded by his wife and family at Channel Point Village in Hoquiam, Washington. Born on December 10, 1936, in International Falls, Minnesota to Nils and Anna (Mark) Moe. As 1 of 9 children, Howard was raised in the Manitou area until around the age...

Jun 2, 2026

Mary Jane Jones, 96, a longtime resident of Elma, Washington, peacefully passed away at her home on Tuesday, June 2, 2026, surrounded by family.

Born on January 13, 1930, in Tyrone Township, Michigan, to Harmon and Muriel Straugh. She was 1 of 7 children and spent her early years in Tyrone before her family moved to Hillman, where she graduated from...

May 30, 2026

Joan Adele Martin, longtime resident of Elma, Washington, passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 30, 2026, at the age of 91 at Summit Pacific Medical Center in Elma.

Joan was born on August 7, 1934, in The Dalles, Oregon, to Harold and Doris (Meeker) Woolsey. She grew up in The Dalles alongside her siblings. Joan treasured the time she spent with...

May 26, 2026

Christopher Alfan Lee, 45, Husband, Father, Grandpa, Hydraulic Mechanic and former Ocosta resident, died Tuesday, May 26, 2026, at St. Joseph Hospital in Tacoma, WA. Chris was born on April 20, 1981, to Michael & Diane (Miller) Lee in South Bend, WA. He attended Ocosta High School, participating in soccer, track, cross-country and wrestling. He graduated in 1999.

He attended Grays...

May 25, 2026

Patricia Mae Phillips, 93, passed away peacefully on May 25, 2026, in Aberdeen, Washington. Born on September 25, 1932, to Robert Schmidt and Marjorie Henry, in Aberdeen. She spent her entire life in the community she called home.

Patricia, affectionately known as Pat to those who knew her, was a devoted mother, grandmother and a woman of many talents. She found...

May 8, 2026

Darlene Lucille “Dee Dee” Nelsen, 78, longtime Aberdeen resident and former Caregiver, died, Friday, May 8, 2026 at her home in Aberdeen, WA.

Darlene was born on March 30, 1948 in Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin to Kenneth and Violetta (Buttke) Zillyette. Darlene moved to Montesano in 1962 and graduated from Montesano High School in 1966.

Darlene touched many local families on the harbor...

May 6, 2026

Neil Jerome Fretheim, lifetime resident of Grays Harbor passed away on Wednesday, May 6, 2026, at Harbor Regional Health in Aberdeen, WA.

Born on August 30, 1967, in Aberdeen to Virgil and Shirley Fretheim. Following his graduation, he proudly joined the United States Army, where he faithfully served his country for more than a decade. After his honorable discharge and return...

May 3, 2026

Mitchell “Mitch” Todd, 60, passed away tragically in a motorcycle accident on May 3, 2026, in Brady. Mitch was born on November 17, 1965, in Burlingame, CA to Marlene Todd and James Todd.

In 1966, Mitch’s family moved to Elma, where he spent the rest of his life. Mitch was the middle child between his older brother, Martin Todd, and younger...

Apr 17, 2026

Steven Allen Anderson, better known as “Flounder”, a lifelong resident of Wishkah Valley, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, April 17, 2026 at the age of 57. Steve was born in Aberdeen, WA on March 5, 1969 to Patricia and Stanley Anderson. He spent his years growing up in the Wishkah Valley with his cousins and friends, riding dirt bikes, hunting...

Apr 11, 2026

John was born on August 22,1942 in Dallas, OR to Arnold and Edith (Bakke) Bernier. He graduated from Dallas High School in 1960 and joined the United States Navy. Following his Honorable Discharge, he moved to Raymond where he gained employment for Weyerhaeuser as a mechanic. He retired from Weyerhaeuser in 2006 after 42 years of service.

John loved Elvis, karaoke...

Apr 7, 2026

Patricia “Pat” Arlene Coleman, 75, of Bay City, Grays Harbor passed away on Tuesday morning, April 7, 2026. She died peacefully.

Born on October 13, 1950, in Litchfield, Illinois to parents, Warren and Betty Wood. Pat graduated from Litchfield High School in 1968. A few years after graduation, she moved to Colorado with her then husband John. This is where her...

Apr 4, 2026

Dr. Francis Thomas Hannick died on April 4, 2026, at his home in Tumwater, WA. Francis was born on March 2, 1944, in Aberdeen, WA to Francis “Frank” Hannick and Hedwig Mayr Hannick. His father was a logger for Mayr Brothers Logging Company, and his mother, a teacher. Francis attended Our Lady of Good Help Catholic grade school and graduated...