Obituaries
Ruth Ann Admire
Aug 12, 2025
Ruth Ann Admire was born in Lyons, Nebraska on January 29, 1944 to Loarin and Louise Day. She married Larry Varner on September 2, 1961, and together they had three children: Jeanette Foster, Scott Varner, and Shari Varner. Though Ruth and Larry divorced on September 13, 1974, she later found love again and married Rex Admire on December 13, 1974....
David Dwight Walker
Aug 9, 2025
David (Dave) Walker of Kalama, Washington, passed away on August 9, 2025, in Longview.
Dave was born in Souix Falls, South Dakota, on June 28, 1941. He served in the US Navy from 1962-66, mostly as radioman on the USS Henry B. Wilson. He lived in several places throughout the U.S., including Oklahoma, Arizona, Virginia, and California, but settled in the...
Marlene Jo Faught
Jul 30, 2025
Marlene Jo Faught, a beloved wife, devoted mother, cherished grandmother, and caring friend, passed away peacefully on July 30, 2025, in Longview, Washington. Born on November 19, 1939, Marlene filled her years with laughter, love, and an unshakeable bond with her family.
As a homemaker and dedicated janitor for the city of Longview, Marlene embodied a true spirit of hard work...
Gay Vallorie Selby
Jul 7, 2025
Dr. Gay Vallorie Selby Obituary
December 19, 1941 – July 7, 2025
Gay Selby was born in Missoula, Montana in 1941 to Vivienne Russell Selby and Larry Manley Selby. The family pioneered in the Gallatin Valley, the approximate location of the Big Sky Resort. They moved to Whitehall next to her grandparents, where she and her younger brother Garry were raised. The...
Darrell Eugene Lafrenz
Jun 15, 2025
Darrell Eugene Lafrenz, a beacon of joy and laughter, passed away on June 15, 2025, in Longview, Washington. Darrell was born February 17, 1967. With a heart as expansive as his laughter, Darrell navigated through life’s adventures, leaving an indelible mark on everyone fortunate enough to share in his journey.
As a dedicated Operations Specialist, Darrell exemplified commitment and expertise in...
Robert William West
Jun 1, 2025
Robert William West, beloved father, brother, and friend, passed away on June 1, 2025, in Longview, Washington, at the age of 84. Born on January 9, 1941, in Carmichael, California, Bob lived a rich and full life marked by creativity, dedication, and service.
Bob pursued a distinguished career as a free-lance technical illustrator, lending his talents to various aerospace and engineering...
Christine Margitta Solinger
Apr 23, 2025
Christine Margitta Solinger, born on April 14, 1948, in Longview, Washington, passed away peacefully on April 23, 2025, at Peace Health - St John Medical Center. She was a beloved daughter, sister, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, whose warmth and spirit touched the lives of many.
Christine’s journey through life was characterized by her unwavering dedication to family and her profound ability...
Jacob Litton Cavender
Apr 12, 2025
Jacob Litton Cavender, a beloved son, devoted father, and cherished friend, embarked on his final journey on April 12, 2025, at the tender age of 26. Born on September 12, 1998, in the town of Longview, Washington, Jacob was a beacon of love and joy, lighting the lives of all who were fortunate to know him.
Throughout his life, Jacob exuded...
Florence Risley
Apr 12, 2025
Florence Dorothy Risley, 91, of Kelso, WA, passed away peacefully April 12, 2025. Florence was born March 10, 1934 in Foley, Minnesota to Michael and Anna Belenski (Banks).
After graduating from high school she moved to Washington State with the convincing of her brothers. She worked for an insurance company in Seattle and then later for a bank.
She met her husband,...
Bruce Allen Davis
Mar 23, 2025
Bruce Allen Davis, born on February 21, 1954, in Tillamook, Oregon, passed away peacefully on March 23, 2025, in Kelso, Washington. A beloved figure to many, Bruce's life was a tapestry woven with threads of adventure, kindness, and an unwavering commitment to his community.
From humble beginnings, Bruce graduated high school and embarked on a career that spanned decades. He served...
Darleen Lillian (Schuh) Thompson
Mar 16, 2025
Darleen Lillian (Schuh) Thompson, cherished wife, devoted mother, and beloved grandmother, passed away peacefully on March 16, 2025, in Longview, Washington, at the age of 89. Born on February 20, 1936, in Oregon City, Oregon, Darleen was a beacon of light and warmth. Each moment she spent on this earth was a testament to her caring nature, deeply rooted in...
Dee Norvell Jessop
Mar 2, 2025
Dee Norvell Jessop Born January 10th 1937, passed away from natural causes during home hospice on March 2nd, 2025. He was born in Millville, Utah to Ronald Ernest Jessop and Edith Salome Watson and was the middle child of 9 children. He lived to hunt, fish, boat, water and snow ski, and worked for Spudnut making donuts in Logan Utah....
Donald LeRoy Paul Miller
Mar 1, 2025
Donald LeRoy Paul Miller, age 87, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, on March 1st. Don was born in Seattle to Louise Gentile and Donald LeRoy Miller, and was the eldest of four children. He was educated at Mount Virgin and Saint Mary's Parochial Schools, Seattle Preparatory School (1955) and Seattle University (1959), where he joined the US Army ROTC,...
Donald Lee Thomas
Feb 24, 2025
Donald Lee Thomas, born on November 7, 1964, in Highland Falls, New York, passed away on February 24, 2025, in Kelso, Washington. He was a beloved son, father, brother, and friend who touched the lives of many.
Donald dedicated over two decades of his life as a cook for McDonald's, where his infectious laugh and joyous spirit made him a favorite...
Mara Williams
Feb 19, 2025
Mara (Grods) Williams
June 13, 1942 – February 19, 2025
Mara (Grods) Williams passed away peacefully, on February 19, 2025, surrounded by her family. Mara was born in Riga, Latvia in 1942 to John and Milda (Lorbergs) Grods. Amidst World War II, her family was forced to leave Latvia. After spending time in displaced persons camps in Germany, she immigrated to the...
Christopher John Heaney
Feb 1, 2025
Christopher John Heaney went to be with our Lord and Savior on February 1, 2025. Born in Thief River Falls, Minnesota, his family returned to Longview when he was young. He finished school as a 1994 graduate of R.A, Long High School. After his graduation and being in the MOTF program for the ISD, he continued there for 12 years...
Michael Loren Crawford
Jan 21, 2025
Michael “Mike” Crawford passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 21, 2025, surrounded by his loving family, after a courageous battle with lung cancer. He was born on November 4, 1957 to Loren L. Crawford and Gladys “Ferne” Crawford (Wood).
Childhood was spent on boating trips to Lake Shasta and Mayfield Lake with family friends, the Bakers and the Durands. He was...
Michael Scott Lee
Jan 5, 2025
Michael Scott Lee, lovingly known as Mike, was born on June 3, 1963, in Longview, Washington, and it is here that he began his journey that would touch the lives of countless individuals. Tragically, Mike passed away on January 5, 2025, in Kelso, Washington, leaving behind a legacy painted with love, hard work, and unwavering kindness.
Mike started working at his...
Allan Todd Hall
Dec 17, 2024
Allan Todd Hall, 64, of Longview, Washington, passed away at his home on December 17, 2024, with his wife.
Born on November 29, 1960, in Little Rock, California, Allan was the son of the late Earl and Roberta Hall. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and friend, whose life was defined by his deep love for those around him. Allan’s...
Duane Walter Albright
Dec 17, 2024
Duane Walter Albright, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away on December 17, 2024, at the age of 71 in Kalama, Washington. Born on January 16, 1953, in Longview, Washington, Duane lived a life full of laughter, love, and friendships that he cherished deeply.
Duane was not just a skilled carpenter with the Carpenters Union, Local 1707;...
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