OBITUARIES

Dec 18, 2024

Margaret Ann Soma (Costa) Born June 22, 1943 to George and Dorothy Costa in San Francisco, California, has left this earth and crossed the veil on Wednesday December 18, 2024. She was a beloved daughter, sister, mother, grandmother, great grandmother and friend to so many. She was preceded in death by her parents and 3 of her siblings, Leila Rose...

Dec 13, 2024

Andy David Warnke, 46, of Vancouver WA, was born to Marcia Rae Lang and Curtis Doran Warnke at 8:33 a.m, on the morning of Wednesday 08/23/1978 at the Vancouver Memorial Hospital. Andy entered into eternal rest in his bedroom on Friday, December 13th, 2024 at 8:23 a.m., covered in cozy blankets and surrounded by the love and comfort of his...

Dec 10, 2024

It is with great sadness we announce the passing of David W. Hein, 83, on December 10, 2024 in Battle Ground, WA. Dave was born on October 3, 1941 in Denver, CO, to Robert and Harriett Hein. 

In 1961, Dave married Naomi R. Bard and they were married 63 years. Together, they had 4 children, 16 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren. Survivors...

Dec 6, 2024

Cameron Lee Tormanen, 53, of Woodland, WA passed away on December 6th, 2024. He was born on February 14th, 1971 to Jerry and Lucinda in Vancouver, WA and married Christina Marie DoBrava on December 29th, 1990. He was a lifelong member of Old Apostolic Lutheran Church, and a strong example to all around him.

Cameron is survived by his wife Christina,...

Dec 3, 2024

Maxine I. Lester was born January 13, 1928, in Woodland, WA. She was raised in Amboy WA and was the second oldest of five children. She attended Woodland High School and was Salutatorian for her class. She received a scholarship to Washington State University. She was married in November 1948 to Howard Leon Lester, the love of her life; they...

Nov 30, 2024

Kristopher Wayne Peterman, 28, was a devoted father, a loyal friend, a beloved son, and a brother who, despite any disagreements, would always stand by your side when you needed him most. That was the essence of Kris—his unwavering generosity and willingness to help, no matter how little you knew him. If you were in need, he would give you...

Nov 28, 2024

David L. Bates born Oct 9, 1957, son of Dr. Robert and Mrs. Pat Bates. David died unexpectedly at home, on Nov 28, 2024. He was 67 years old.

David lived his entire life in Clark County, WA. He graduated from Battle Ground High School and Clark College. 

David was a farmhand, chef, built fence, had a tow truck, was a delivery...

Nov 26, 2024

Frederick Hilliard Striker, 91, of Battle Ground, WA, was born to Clarence and Alberta Striker in Front Royal, Virginia. He passed away peacefully at the adult family home, where he'd lived for several years. Fred grew up in Front Royal with his mother, oldest sister, Betty, second sister, June, and brother, Jack.

When he turned 18, the police chief said his...

Nov 25, 2024

Bill Harold Venable, of Battle Ground, WA, passed away in the evening on November 25 at Legacy Medical Center in Vancouver, WA. He was an avid and capable fisherman from his early days on the Arkansas River in Dumas, Arkansas. Bill moved to Oregon in childhood, where he met his loving wife of 53 years, Robin. Bill was a man's...

Nov 7, 2024

Garry James Tenold, "GTO," passed away on November 7, 2024, surrounded by his family in View, Washington, the place he called home his entire life. A devoted husband, father, grandfather, uncle, brother and friend. Garry lived with an adventurous spirit, generous heart, and the ability to turn any moment into one filled with laughter.

Born on October 11, 1946, Garry grew...

Nov 6, 2024

Tina May (Homola) Wells, 61, passed away peacefully on November 6th, 2024 in Kelso, WA. She was born July 28, 1963 in Minneapolis, MN to Kermit and Marilyn Homola.

Tina married Roger Wells in 1982. She was a lifelong member of the Old Apostolic Lutheran Church. She had a special love for her spouse, family, grandchildren, and friends. She had much...

Nov 4, 2024

Steven R. Conway, age 70, passed away peacefully on Monday, Nov. 4, 2024, at his home in Brush Prairie, WA.

He was born on July 8, 1954, in Vancouver, to Richard and Jacquelyn Conway. He was a 1973 graduate of Hudson’s Bay High School and attended Clark College following his graduation. He was formerly married to Jennie Conway for 36 years.

He...

Nov 1, 2024

Oct 28, 2024

Kaylie Louise Guild, born on May 6, 2001, in Vancouver, WA, passed away on October 28, 2024, in Vancouver, WA. She was a bright light in the lives of her family and friends, known for her radiant smile that could light up any room. She attended Columbia River High School in Vancouver, WA.

 Kaylie had a deep love for her blended...

Oct 26, 2024

David Richard Rivers (83) of Woodland, WA, was born to Werner Gerhard and Vieno Sylvia (Pekkaraine) Rivers on Aug. 5, 1941, in Brainerd, MN, and passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Oct. 26, 2024. On Jan. 14, 1967, he married Ruth Rose of Battle Ground, WA. They lived in Minneapolis, MN, for nine months before moving to Clark...

Oct 14, 2024

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Debbie Lee Akers, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, on Monday night, October 14th. Debbie’s kind heart, generous spirit, and unwavering love for her family left an indelible mark on all who knew her.

Born on April 1st, 1949, Debbie was a beacon of warmth and strength to those...

Oct 7, 2024

We gather to commemorate the peaceful passing of Mildred "Irene" (Matson) Olin. She was born to Ed and Mildred Matson on October 9, 1942 on their family farm in Brush Prairie, WA. She lived her childhood, much loved, met and married her childhood sweetheart Ron Olin.  

Two days before her 82nd Birthday, she went to meet her Beloved Savior, as...

Oct 6, 2024

In Loving Memory

Jane Edna Wilson

July 15,1934 – October 6, 2024



Jane was born July 15, 1934, in Pioneer (Clark County), WA. to Ramey Waser and Ida (Kiser) Waser. Her family moved to Amboy and grew up on a dairy farm in Chelatchie Prairie. She milked cows and bucked hay on the farm with her family. She was proud of her Swiss...

Sep 29, 2024

Lola Grace Harris 

May 2nd 1947 to September 29th 2024

Lola was born in Klamath Falls, OR to Earl Lewis Abarr and Kathern Shirley Wheeler-Abarr-Funk. She was predeceased by her Husband Tom Harris, Mother Shirley Funk, Father Earl Abarr, Step-father Ray Funk, Daughter Amy Peterson, Son Chris Funk and Granddaughter Crystal Street. She is survived by her brother Lowell Abarr, Son Jeff...

Sep 26, 2024

Arcadio Hernandez, a cherished father, brother, uncle, and friend, passed away peacefully at the home of his beloved daughter on September 26, 2024, after a long illness. Born on April 20, 1943, Arcadio was a proud veteran who served with distinction in Vietnam, embodying the values of courage and commitment throughout his life.

An avid outdoorsman, Arcadio found joy in hunting,...