obituaries

Mar 25, 2024

Willie Davis,  November 30,1931- March 25,2024 It is with profound sadness that I announce the passing of my father Willie Davis. His celebration of life services will take place Friday, April 12th at 12 noon at  Mt Sinai Missionary Baptist Church 10830 Military Rd Lakewood, WA. Repass to follow at Watson Event Center.

Mar 19, 2024

Tashylah Michelle Combs 23, passed away March 19, 2024 in Tacoma, Washington. Celebration of life services are 2pm, April 13, 2024 at Peace Haven Chapel 7714 Douglas Street West Lakewood, WA 98499.

Mar 17, 2024

Jeremiah Davis passed away March 17, 2024 at St. Francis Hospital in Federal Way, Washington. Visitation Thursday, March 28, 2024  at Scott Funeral Home 11am-3pm.  Memorial services will be held Thursday, March 28, 2024 at 6pm at Eastside Assembly of Believers 4420 E Portland Ave, Tacoma, WA 98404.

Mar 12, 2024

Riley Steven Emery | January 20 1993- March 12, 2024

Riley was a sweet kind soul, and so very smart. He left our lives way too early. I will miss my baby but will see him in heaven someday, you don't have to suffer anymore Riley. Love mom

Mar 11, 2024

In Loving Memory

Dewayne Nathaniel McKee entered the world on April 17th, 1996, at St. Joseph Medical Center in Tacoma, WA, to parents Charles and ShiRhonda McKee. As the youngest of thirteen siblings, he was the baby of the family. On Monday, March 11th, 2024, he peacefully joined the Lord. Dewayne went to school in the University...

Mar 9, 2024

Sunrise December 13, 1947 ~ Sunset March 9, 2024

Diane Alston Turner was born December 13, 1947, in Omaha, Nebraska. She graduated from Omaha South High School in 1966 and enrolled at Southern Illinois University where she joined the Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority. She graduated from Southern Illinois University in 1971 with a degree in Speech and...

Feb 23, 2024

On February 23, 2024, Micheal was called to be one of God's Angels. Micheal Lamar Batts was born on March 6, 1980 to mother Karen D Lewis Lyons and Father Terry L Batts.

Micheal was a loving, caring and very compassionate person. He was born in Seattle, WA. He went to school in the Tacoma and Lakewood...

Feb 16, 2024

Adrian D. Corona, 27, a beloved son, brother, nephew, grandson, friend and newly certified electrician, passed away unexpectedly due to a street bike accident on February 16, 2024. Adrian's dedication to his craft and his infectious enthusiasm brightened the lives of all who knew him. He will be deeply missed and fondly remembered for...

Feb 5, 2024

Alma M. Riley was born on February 28th, 1932, to Ruthie Mae Moore and A.J. Riley in Sunflower, Mississippi. She grew up in Toledo, Ohio, after relocating there with her family. Alma graduated from Waite High School in the spring of 1950 and married Ples A. Gilmore later that year, on October 14, 1950. Our mother was a loving and...

Jan 24, 2024

Grant Matthias Alexander passed away in Tacoma, Washington on January 24, 2024. Celebration of life services 12 noon, Saturday, February 24, 2024 at 1423 Martin Luther King Jr Way, Tacoma, WA.

Jan 24, 2024

Wallace, age 75, went to be with the Lord January 24th, 2024. He was born in Nacogdoches, Texas June 15th, 1948. He leaves his daughter Ebony (Derek) White of Federal Way, 3 grandchildren, sisters Valarie Harper of Tacoma, Gwen (Geoff) Hallett, Tacoma, Laura Cammon, Tacoma, Felicia (Perry) Johnson, Tacoma, Zona Holloway, Tacoma and Brenda (Greg) Braggs, Tacoma, brother Jason...

Jan 19, 2024

Laura Aho (36) Born and raised in Tacoma,WA. She passed away unexpectedly in her sleep January 19th 2024.  She was predeceased by (mother) Lisa Jones and left behind her Father, children, siblings, niece and soon be nephew. Laura Graduated at Lincoln high school. (Class of 2006) Where she attended prom and many high school events with family & friends....

Jan 18, 2024

Obituary Edward Lee Harris was born January 12, 1967, in Los Angeles, CA to parents Eddie Lee Harris Sr., and Catherine Richardson. He was the third of five siblings. At a young age, Edward and his family relocated to Phoenix, AZ where he attended Shaw Elementary, Herrara Jr. High, and Central High. As a teen, Edwards's love of dance...

Jan 6, 2024

Romaro Devone Hayes passed away on January 6, 2024 in Tacoma, WA. The services will be held at 12:00 pm on Saturday, January 20, 2024 at St. John Church Transformation Ministries. 2001 S. J St., Tacoma, WA 98405

Jan 3, 2024

Kenneth Lawrence Solitaire passed away January 3, 2024 at home in Tacoma, WA.

Kenneth "Kenny" Lawrence Solitaire was born on August 26, 1948 in Tacoma, WA to the proud parents of William James Solitaire and Elma Jefferson.   Kenny grew up in the Hilltop neighborhood of Tacoma and attended Stanley Elementary, McCarver Junior High and Stadium High School. ...

Jan 1, 2024

Niko Taupau Jr. passed away January 1, 2024 in Alaska. Celebration of life services will be held 9am, Thursday, February 1, 2024 at Peace Haven Chapel 7714 Douglas Street West Lakewood, WA 98499.

Dec 31, 2023

Melvin Dewayne Bryant passed away December 31, 2023 in Tacoma, WA. Visitation services will be held Friday, January 26, 2024 from 3:30pm-5pm at Scott Funeral Home. Funeral service will be held Saturday, January 27, 2024 at 11am at Mt Calvary Baptist Church

Dec 30, 2023

Maya "Moya" Malikia Anderson was a caring mother, sister, daughter, granddaughter, aunt, cousin, and friend. Unexpectedly, she left this world on December 30, 2023 at the age of 44.

Maya bravely left her home in Tacoma, Washington to pursue her dreams in Miami, Florida were she met and fell deeply in love with Jose Medina. She and...

Dec 27, 2023

Kendal Johnson Paige 19, passed away unexpectedly December 27, 2023 at home from a medical complication. Celebration of his life services 1pm, Saturday,  January 6, 2024 at his home church Edwards Temple

Dec 26, 2023

Chief Master Sgt. James "Rocky" Dallas

Retired Chief Master Sgt. James "Rocky" Dallas peacefully passed on Dec 26th. After retiring from the military, he worked as a counselor for MDC in the drug and alcohol program. He later worked as a social worker for DSHS in the CPS program. His services will be held on Jan. 6th, viewing 10am,...