obituaries

Nov 13, 2025

Ruthlyna HarrisRuthlyna Harris 49,  passed away November 13, 2025 in Tacoma, WA. Family services will be held 10am, Friday,  November 28, 2025 at 2208 South 223 street DesMoine, WA 98198. Her final resting place will be Malok Cemetery, Marshall Islands.

Nov 9, 2025

Amanuel Bekele

Amanuel Bekele 36, was a beloved son, brother, and friend. He passed away tragically in Tacoma, Washington on November 9, 2025. His family and community will celebrate his life 9am, November 15, 2025 at Medhane-Alem Evangelical Church 8445 Rainier Ave S, Seattle, WA 98118.

Oct 31, 2025

Joe Louis Wallace 1939 ~ 2025

Joe Wallace passed away in Tacoma, WA after a long battle with his health. He will be remebered for his jokes and all of the wonderful food he loved to cook for those he cared for. His services are pending.

Oct 27, 2025

Althea "Racheal" Hagger passed away in Tacoma, WA. Celebration of life services will be held 12 noon, November 12, 2025 at Edward's Temple Church

Oct 17, 2025

Jeremiah Dean Brown April 18, 1989 ~ October 17, 2025

Jeremiah passed away in Seattle, WAshington on October 17, 2025. Jeremiah's final resting place is Olinger – Chapel Hill Cemetery 6601 S. Colorado Blvd, Denver, CO 80121.

Colorado services entrusted to Baker Funeral Home of Aurora, CO.

Oct 10, 2025

Celebrating the Life of AJ Ellington

AJ Ellington passed into our Savior's arms on October 10, 2025. His departure has left a profound sense of loss among his family and community, who remember him as a beautiful young man.

To honor AJ's life and the joy he brought to those around him, his family and community will...

Oct 1, 2025

Aaron "A1" Michael-Lee Andrews

Aaron was born December 6, 1982 in Frankfurt, Germany to Donna Jean (Baker) Andrews and Walter Lee Andrews, Jr. God called him home October 1, 2025 in Tacoma, WA at the age of 42.

Aaron's dad was active duty Army and the family was stationed in Europe at his birth. Aaron...

Sep 25, 2025

Taualai Moevao passed September 25, 2025 in Tacoma, WA. Funeral services will be held Thursday, October 30, 2025, 9:00am at Spanaway Samoan AOG, 224 166th ST S, Spanaway WA. 98387

Sep 25, 2025

Celebrating the Life of Ruth C. Knighten

Sunrise: August 17, 1956 | Sunset: September 25, 2025

Ruth C. Knighten was born on August 17, 1956 in Omaha, Nebraska to the loving parents Melvin and Edith Swillie.  The family moved to Washington state in 1969 where Ruth spent the remainder...

Sep 20, 2025

Chester Arthur Rogers Jr. passed away peacefully September 20, 2025. Funeral services will be held Saturday, October 11, 2025, 11:00am at the Greater Joy COGIC, 5443 S. Thompson Ave, Tacoma, Washington, 98408.

Sep 20, 2025

Alma Fleming was born Alma Jean DeFroe on September 2, 1937 to her mother Lily Hazel DeFroe and father Edmond DeFroe. She was born in Arkadelphia, Arkansas. Alma was the 3 rd eldest of 5 children, 4 daughters and 1 son.

She is preceded in death by her precious mother and father and all three of her...

Sep 12, 2025

Richard John Alexander July 17, 1953 – September 12, 2025 Richard was married to Wilma King and was a great step-father to her son Maury King. He had a brother named Brian who passed before him. He battled with ACVD of the heart for many years and finally passed because of it September 12, 2025. In his final few years...

Sep 12, 2025

Obituary

Domonic Alexander Harris was born on August 31, 1975 to Freda and David Harris in Tacoma, Washington. He was a brilliant and talented man, known for his sharp mind and remarkable intelligence. Having an exceptionally high IQ, Domonic achieved milestones at a young age, including attending the University of Washington for a time, where his love...

Sep 8, 2025

Gladys M. Burnette passed away peacefully at home on September 8, 2025 surrounded by her loved ones. Her visitation services will be held Thursday, September 25, 2025 from 4-6pm at Scott Funeral Home. Her funeral service will be held Saturday, September 27, 2027 at 1pm at Greater Joy COGIC 5443 S Thompson Ave, Tacoma, WA 98408

Her...

Sep 4, 2025

Jayson Poloai passed away September 4, 2025 in Tacoma, WA. Celebration of life services to be held Saturday, September 27, 2025 at 8:00am Christian Faith Center 33645 20th Ave S, Federal Way, WA, 98003

Aug 23, 2025

Raymond Rainey, beloved son, brother, and gifted musician, passed away at the age of 50 years old and 7 months. Born on December 8, 1974, in Bremerton, Washington, Raymond was the youngest of six children born to retired Master Sergeant Clyde Rainey and Edna Lula Rainey. He was also the cherished twin brother of Benjamin James Rainey, arriving 11...

Aug 9, 2025

Obituary for Reginald Lawler

Reginald Lee Lawler was born on May 23, 1967, in Toledo, Ohio, to Alleda Bell and Jerry B. Lawler. He graduated in 1985 from Macomber High school. He was dedicated both to his work and to his family, demonstrating great care and affection for his children. Reginald Love to eat but was then...

Aug 3, 2025

Kaleb Ray Oglesby 25, passed from an unexpected medical condition on at home August 3, 2025. His celebration of life services will be held graveside 11am, Monday, August 11, 2025 at  Mt. Olivet 100 Blaine Ave NE, Renton, WA 98056

Jul 28, 2025

It is with heartfelt sorrow that we announce the passing of Richard Amos Pettus Jr., who departed this life on July 28, 2025.

Born on July 2, 1949, Richard was the cherished son of Richard Pettus Sr. Originally from Salem, Alabama, he moved to Tacoma, Washington with his father and brother. He graduated from Stadium High School,...

Jul 16, 2025

Semaiah Cason passed away in a tragic accident on July 16, 2025 in Tacoma, Washington. Her family is currently planning a private celebration of life services. Please feel free to leave your condolences for the family.