obituaries

Dec 16, 2024

V irginia Narcissi Brooks was born November 23rd, 1938 to Sylvester Brooks and Virginia Narcissi Horton in Philadelphia PA. She and her 7 siblings grew up in a loving Christian home where they attended the Church of Faith, in West Philadelphia.

She was educated in the Philadelphia school system. Although she didn't graduate from high school, Virginia...

Dec 9, 2024

Michael Leon Smith, was born on June 16th, 1987 in Bremerton, Washington to Tracey Smith Moore-Padmore and Richard Torres. At the aged of 37, Michael Leon Smith went home to be with the Lord on December 9th, 2024.

Michael Leon Smith was very inquisitive by nature even at a young age.  Anything he could get his hands...

Dec 3, 2024

Elroy L. Brooks was born January 29, 1953 to the Mrs. Victoria Ernestine Brooks and the late Mr. Oscar Brooks.  He was called to be with the Lord on December 3, 2024 at Good Samaritan Hospital in Puyallup, Washington. Elroy graduated in 1972 from Stuarts Draft High School in Stuarts Draft, VA., married his sweetheart Sylvia Pannell Fitch Brooks in...

Nov 27, 2024

Henry Avante Bowie

Henry Avante Bowie was born on September 17, 1995, in Lakewood, Washington, at Saint Clare Medical Center, to Henry Bowie III and Tiffany Nicole Murphy. Henry shared a unique bond with his twin sister, Hennessey Cache Bowie, as they were born just fifteen minutes apart.

Henry graduated from Lincoln High...

Nov 25, 2024

Ms. Terry passed away November 25, 2024 in Seattle, Washington. Her celebration of life services will be held 11am, December 19, 2024 at Tabernacle Missionary Baptist Church, 2801 S. Jackson ST, Seattle, WA. 98144.

Nov 24, 2024

Wanda Lee Akers, 71, of Auburn, WA, passed away on November 24,2024. She was born to parents Elston J. Akers and Jacqulyn W. Akers, on July 15, 1953 in St. Paul, Minnesota.

Wanda graduated from Alleman High School in 1972 and moved to Seattle, WA in 1976 where she went onto study at Seattle University and graduated...

Nov 24, 2024

~~~ Sunrise September 26, 1957- Sunset November 24, 2024 ~~~ For Love Is As Strong As Death Songs of Solomon 8:6 (NLT)

Paula Rudene Taylor, our precious Paula, the beloved daughter of Marion I. Taylor II and Geraldine Rogers Taylor, both now at rest, was born in Comanche County, Lawton, Oklahoma. She attended Lawton public schools until...

Nov 24, 2024

Filomena Williams, 93, passed away peacefully in her home on November 24, 2024.

Born on August 8, 1931, in Rosales Pangasinan, Philippines, Filomena was the cherished daughter of Sinforoso and Severina (Binavince) Limon. She was a loving mother (Theodore, Teodora, Veronica, and Felisa), grandmother, great grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend, and her life was defined by the...

Nov 14, 2024

Willie Morrow passed away peacefully at home. Her viewing service will be held 10am-12 noon, November 14, 2024 at Scott Funeral Home. She will have memorial services at Mt. View Cemetery 4100 Steilacoom Blvd SW, Tacoma, WA 98499 , November 15, 2024 at 2pm.

Nov 7, 2024

Sister Janet Anderson, oldest daughter of the late Walter and Christell Durr was born August 30, 1956 in Bassfield, Mississippi, and went home to the Lord on November 7, 2024 in Pierce County, Washington. Janet was highly qualified and received numerous awards and recognitions throughout her stellar career as a Wealth Manager. She was a Five Star Wealth Award...

Oct 31, 2024

Claudell Baxter

Claudell Baxter was born on January 7th, 1935 to the late St. Julian F. Devine and Lucille Murray of Charleston, South Carolina. Claudell was the oldest of a blended loving family of 13 children. Claudell was raised in Charleston, South Carolina. She accepted Christ as her Lord and Savior early in her life and always...

Oct 30, 2024

Sidney A. Breckenridge Sr., beloved father, grandfather, uncle, and friend to many, passed peacefully at home surrounded by family on October 30, 2024, reuniting with his cherished wife, Charlotte M. Breckenridge, in eternal life. Sidney was born in Bellingham, Washington, on February 27, 1928, to Lucille McDonald. After the unexpected death of his mother shortly after his birth, Sidney...

Oct 27, 2024

Theotis Stuart passed away October 27, 2024 at his home. Visitation services will be held 12-5pm, Friday, November 8, 2024 at Scott Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held November 9, 2024 at 10:30am at Brotherhood Church of God 2124 Martin Luther King Jr Way, Tacoma, WA 98405

Oct 12, 2024

Obituar y

Carol Beatrice Felton was born on February 4, 1944, to Charles and Litha Mae Coulter. She peacefully departed this life on October 12, 2024, at the calling of the Lord. She was preceded in death by her siblings John Coulter, Charlie Mae Hollins, Shirley Collins, and Faye Page. In the early 1980's Carol met and...

Oct 10, 2024

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Lennox Avery Jackson, a vibrant and loving boy who brought joy to all who knew him. Lennox was born on January 28, 2017, in Tacoma, Washington. He passed away peacefully in his sleep at home on October 10, 2024.

Lennox was the cherished son of Ashley...

Oct 8, 2024

Dr. Maxine Buie Mimms

March 4,1928 – October 8, 2024

Our communities have lost a beloved and honored educational trailblazer. Dr. Maxine Buie Mimms transitioned from this life on October 8, 2024, in Auburn, WA, under the loving care of family and friends. Born in Newport News, VA on March 4th,1928, she was the youngest...

Oct 1, 2024

Obituary Janeese Francis Faison was born July 24, 1956, in Elizabeth, NJ and transitioned from this life October 1, 2024, in Tacoma, Washington. Janeese was raised and educated in the Elizabeth public school system and later furthered her education at Pacific Lutheran University in Tacoma, Washington. In 1975, Janeese met her soulmate Ricky Faison and in 1978 they were...

Sep 30, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Richard Alan Crozier, who departed this life on September 30, 2024 in Tacoma, Washington at the age of 69. A 20-year veteran of the United States Navy, Richard served his country with honor and dedication, leaving behind a legacy of bravery and commitment. Following his retirement from the...

Sep 28, 2024

Anthony Jacob Wilson passed away in Puyallup, Washington on September 28, 2024. Memorial services to be held October 19, 2024 at 3pm at Scott Funeral Home.

Sep 25, 2024

Lorene (Scott) Gibbs passed away peacefully on September 25, 2024. Mrs. Gibb's visitation will be held Monday, October 7, 2024, from 3-6pm at Scott Funeral Home 1215 Martin Luther King Jr Way Tacoma, WA. Her celebration of life will be held Tuesday, October 8, 2024, at 10:30am, at Eastside Community Church 4420 E Portland Ave, Tacoma, WA 98404. Her...