Recent Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Aberdeen, Grays Harbor County and Surrounding Areas
Dr. Francis "Frank" Thomas Hannick
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...
Carl Barcellos
Apr 3, 2026
Carl Barcellos, 65 of Elma Wa, passed away surrounded by the love of his family on April 3, 2026. A devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, Carl will be remembered for his hardworking spirit, steady presence, and deep love for those closest to him.
Carl proudly served in the United States Navy during the 1980s, an experience that shaped his sense...
Charlene Mary Ryan-Ulguray
Mar 31, 2026
Charlene Mary Ryan-Ulguray, 73, entered eternal rest on March 31, 2026, at her home in Elma, WA.
Her life journey began in Tacoma, Washington, where she was born to Melvin and Charlotte Ryan on May 27, 1952. Charlene was raised in Tacoma until the fifth grade, when the family moved to University Place where she spent the rest of her childhood....
David Hugo Daniels
Mar 31, 2026
David Hugo Daniels, 91, passed away at home on March 31, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family. He was born September 14, 1935, in Aberdeen, Washington, to Hugo Lawrence Daniels and Cleo Mae Smith Daniels. David’s life was marked by devotion—to his family, his country, and his craft.
David spent his early childhood in Pacific Beach near the Naval...
Maureen D. Ancich
Mar 25, 2026
Maureen D (Mills) Ancich, 76, passed away peacefully on March 25, 2026, surrounded by her family. She was a devoted wife, sister, aunt, and friend who brought warmth to everyone around her. She married Andy Ancich, in 1971. She had a deep love of family, gardening, cooking, boating, fishing, the outdoors and generously shared her knowledge about these with those...
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...
Arlene Leona Williams
Mar 13, 2026
Arlene Leona Williams died at Providence St. Peter Hospital in Olympia, WA on March 13, 2026. Arlene was born on October 8, 1930, in Chicago, Illinois to William Browne and Hattie Lois (Kannberg) Reynolds. Arlene grew up in Chicago. She moved with her parents to Osborn, Ohio in 1946, living there for two years. Following her graduation from Bath High...
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...
Cynthia Catherine Soderberg
Feb 27, 2026
Cynthia Catherine Soderberg, lifelong Harborite, passed away on February 27, 2026, in Olympia, Washington. She was 64 years old.
Cynthia was born on December 16, 1961, in Aberdeen, Washington to Mary (Wilson) Soderberg and Arnie Soderberg. She graduated from Aberdeen High School in 1980.
Cynthia dedicated much of her career to serving the community, working at the Grays Harbor Health Department Clinic...
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...
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