obituaries

Jun 19, 2025

Kenneth Wayne Smith, Sr, the son of the late Rev Albert and Leona C. Smith, was born February 6, 1963, in Omaha, Nebraska. Kenneth was the sixth of seven children born to   Albert and Leona. He departed this life Thursday, June 19, 2025.

Kenneth's educational journey includes Annalee Elementary School, Curtiss Junior High School, and Carson High...

Jun 14, 2025

David C Holmes Jr, known as "Chuckie", passed away on Saturday, June 14, 2025. Originally from Newport News, VA.  he arrived to Washington state in the late 1990's.

Honoring David's wishes, viewing will be held for family members only.

David is preceded in his death by his mother Dorothy E Kemp, step father Sgt Maj...

Jun 11, 2025

Geanette Wallace passed away peacefully at home June 11, 2025. Her celebration of life services will be held 11am, Friday, June 20, 2025 at Peace Haven Chapel 7714 Douglas Street West Lakewood, WA 98499. Visitation is 1 hour before the service.

Jun 10, 2025

Tobiah Rudo Twine was born June 18, 1983, in Seattle, to Tim & Arnette Twine of Tacoma. His sunset was June 10, 2025 in Tacoma. Tobiah was the second of four children who came onto this world rough but tough! He was a bright light in a dark world and faced challenges that few endure! He graduated from Gig...

Jun 5, 2025

Obituary for Andrew James Winters

Andrew James Winters Sr, beloved father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend, passed away peacefully on June 5th, 2025, at 9:30 AM, surrounded by family. He was 62 years old.

Andrew was born to the late Early Mae Winters and James Winters, and was preceded in death by his brothers Eric...

May 28, 2025

On October 20, 1991 Denzel Javon Livingston was born to Denise M. Williams and McArthur Livingston in Lakewood, Washington. Denzel departed this life on May 28, 2025. Denzel grew up in Tacoma attending Curtis High School as a standout basketball player while meeting Life's challenges of poor health and adversities head on he earned his general education degree in...

May 24, 2025

Willie Morris Lillie passed away May 24, 2025 in Tacoma, Washington. His visitation will be held  Thursday, June 12th, 2025 from  3PM-6PM at Scott Funeral Home 1215 MLK Jr Way Tacoma, WA 98405. His homegoing Service  will be held Friday, June 13th, 2025 at 11AM at Shiloh Baptist Church1211 South I Tacoma, WA 98405. Honorable Burial Site and Repast immediately...

May 21, 2025

With deep love and heartfelt remembrance, we officially announce the heavenly transition of our beloved Gloria Flannigan, a devoted wife, mother, sister, and friend. Gloria passed away on May 21, 2025, in Puyallup, Washington, at the age of 69.

Born on July 26, 1955, in Tucson, Arizona, Gloria's life was marked by her steadfast faith and tireless...

May 17, 2025

Jesus "Jesse" Rodriguez

Born: November 17, 1956 – Called Home: May 17, 2025

Jesus Rodriguez, lovingly known as Jesse, was born in Hidalgo del Parral Chihuahua, Mexico, on November 17, 1956. He later moved to Los Angeles, California, where he began a life filled with faith, love, and joy. He was the beloved son of...

May 13, 2025

Ronald came into this world on 02/04/1964. He left us unexpectedly on May 13, 2025, leaving a huge void in all of us. He is survived by his children, Ronnisha (Pablo), DeAnthony, Deon, Quinton, and Darrell. His 8 grandchildren, his mother Viola (Frederick) Alford. His brothers Willie (Tammy) Brinson, Darryl (Mary) Phillips, and Sharn, His sisters Santa and Diana Phillips,...

May 5, 2025

Milton passed away May 5th in Tacoma. His visitation services will be held 4pm-6pm, Friday, May 16, 2025 at Scott Funeral Home.

Apr 30, 2025

In Loving Memory of  Melissa Angelita Mendez February 28, 1996 – April 30, 2025

With heavy hearts and profound sadness, we remember the beautiful life of Melissa who passed away far too soon at the age of 29 on April 30, 2025.

Born on February 28, 1996, in Texas, then after growing up with family...

Apr 26, 2025

Cherrie Rene Walker, 64, passed away on April 26, 2025. Born at home on February 12, 1961, to Willie Mae Walker and James Hyde Sr. (both of whom preceded her in death), Cherrie was a proud native of East St. Louis, Illinois.

She began her education at A.M. Jackson Elementary, continued through Martin Luther King Jr. Junior...

Apr 14, 2025

Celebration of Life

Ronald Stephenson Baxter, age 81, was born on August 18, 1943, to his loving parents, Tommy Baxter and Ethel Thomas Baxter in Columbia, Tennessee. He transitioned from this life on April 14, 2025, at St Joseph Medical Center in Tacoma, Washington.

Ronald attended public schools in Columbia, Tennessee. He graduated from Carver...

Apr 12, 2025

Michael Eugene Davis, Jr., known lovingly as Pooka to his family and Gorilla Hogg to his friends, passed away on April 12, 2025, in Tacoma, Washington, at the age of 48. Born on January 3, 1977, in Bloomington, Illinois, Michael was a beloved son, brother, father, uncle, cousin, and friend. His warmth, humor, and unforgettable spirit touched the...

Apr 11, 2025

Garnet Emil Williams III

July 7, 1961 – April 11, 2025

Garnet Emil Williams III, a proud veteran and beloved brother, passed away on April 11, 2025, at the age of 63. Born on July 7, 1961, in Jersey City, New Jersey, Garnet later moved to West Orange, NJ, where he attended West Orange High...

Apr 2, 2025

Obituary of Ada Milligan

Mrs. Ada Milligan passed away April 2, 2025 in Tacoma, Washington. Ada was born in Norwood, Louisiana to Elsie McCray and Alfred Gipson on January 22, 1922. She moved to Tacoma, Washington right after World War II to join the love of her life Roosevelt Milligan.

Ada and Roosevelt were married...

Mar 29, 2025

Tomeka Donyella Smith was born to Margaret Oatis and Floyd Smith on July 31st 1975 in Monroe, Louisiana and lived in Winnsboro, Louisiana until the age of 4. She later moved to Seattle and then the east side of Tacoma where she met alot of her childhood friends while attending Lister Elementary. Tomeka was apart of the Lister Sky...

Mar 28, 2025

Gerald Eugene "Hambone" Hammond, 67, of Tacoma, Washington went home to be with the Lord unexpectedly on Friday, March 28, 2025. He was born May 18, 1957 to Robert Hammond Sr. and Lena Turner. He was a graduate of Dunbar High School and Central Washington University. Gerald served as a Juvenile Detention Officer for the Pierce County Juvenile Court...

Mar 28, 2025

Nora Elizabeth Hacker was born July 28, 1972 in Bellevue WA to Donald and Lenora (Tricoli) Meier.  Nora died March 28, 2025 from metastatic colon cancer.  She is survived by her partner of 27 years, Matthew Hacker and her four children, Jonathan, Cass, Rain, and Elizabeth.  She was committed to anti-racist organizing whether it was in the Franklin Pierce...