All Obituaries

Joe Fa’afetai Teofilo, age 50 Son, Husband, Father, Brother, Friend to all. Joe came into this world on April 11, 1968 in Carson, California to Fa’afetai Teofilo and Iokapeta Teofilo.  He immediately filled the world with his love and smile. The oldest of four, Joe led his brother SeuSeu Teofilo (Keisha Closs, Son Xavier Teofilo, and daugter Amarre Freda Teofilo) and sisters Freda Teofilo (deceased) and Arlene Teofilo (son Nu’utai Vivao & Charina...

Hamilton Francis Vidrine, affectionately known to many as Tony, died on August 28, 2018 at the age of 58.  A lover of nature, Tony felt best when he was hunting and lost amongst the trees.  In recognition of his service to our country a graveside service will be held at Tahoma National Cemetery on Friday November 9, 2018 at 1:30 pm.

Virginia St. Peter (née Frace) came into the world on February 17, 1924 and left it on November 6, 2018.  She was 94 years old.  A beloved daughter and sister at the beginning of her life, she found love with Dennis St. Peter and easily transitioned into also being a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and great-great grandmother.  She spent forty years of her life working and teaching in the dental industry and ninety-four years caring for...

Dorsey Earl Isom, surrounded by those who loved him, passed away Friday October 26, 2018 at his home in Alder.  He was 86 years old.  On August 29, 1932 he was born in Yelm, Washington to the late Lester and Marsha Hayes Isom.  Dorsey married Janice Munter in Yelm on April 28, 1950.  He was a veteran of the United States Air Force and served during the Korean War.  He held several jobs that he loved.  His working life included a three-year term with the...

"Two things in life are certain, death for the one who was born, and life for the one who dies. Therefore in what is unavoidable, there is no cause for grief." Leota Berlyn Brown Leota passed away peacefully surrounded by family that loved her very much and at 94 years old she had lived a full life.  Her father was a carpenter and as a child she traveled all over the United States.  She met and married Lincoln Clark Brown in 1947 in Wauneta, Nebraska.  From...

Born on March 2, 1922 in Benham, KY, Oliver Lee Henry Sr. passed away on September 21, 2018 surrounded by his loving family. He served 25 years in the US Air Force and served in WW II, Korea, and Vietnam. He is survived by his wife, Winifred Henry of Graham, WA, his children Martin Henry of Somerset, KY, Oliver Henry, Jr. of Spanaway, WA, Vernon Henry of Graham, WA, Yvette Barnes of Puyallup, WA. and Margaret Vander Hyden of Auburn, WA. He is also survived by nine grandchildren. He will be...

Beloved brother, uncle, cousin, and friend left to be with the Lord on September 10, 2018. He joins his parents, Felipa L. Balisi and Roman T. Balisi Sr. in Heaven. He is survived by his siblings Ester Hornis (Stepfan), Erlinda Salido (Carlos), Lilian Balingit, Edita Bernardo (Eddie), and numerous nieces and nephews.  Rest in Peace.

The story about Doris's amazing life will be available soon.

Ruth Irene McMillan died on August 30, 2018.  She was 81 years old.  Born to Clarence and Anna Neal in the spring of 1937, Ruth was one of six beloved children.  The Neal family were their own band of merry players and they shared their hearts through the gift of song.  Every week Ruth and her siblings would walk to the Puyallup radio station and sing live for local listeners.  Theirs was a family of both blood and spirit.  Growing up together they shared a love...

Joseph Henry Harrison died on August 17, 2018.  He was 81 years old.  Joe filled his time with friends, family, and afternoons getting his hands dirty playing in his garage.  He was a pushover when it came to family, especially his grandchildren, and spent many afternoons with barrettes, hair combs, and the occasional sparkle in his hair.  A lover of golf, the outdoors, the refined style of camping that takes place in RVs, Joe excitedly embraced his piece of earth. ...