OBITUARIES

May 26, 2024

William (Bill) J. Cook passed away in Vancouver, Washington.He was born in Woodland, Washington to John and Lillian Cook.Bill was preceded in death by the love of his life, Sharon J. Cook.Bill loved growing up at the end of Little Kalama Rd where he grew his passion for the great outdoors. He loved camping, fishing (he knew what to use...

May 22, 2024

May 21, 2024

Paul Frederick Carlisle passed away peacefully in his Ridgefield, Washington home on 21 May 2024 due to complications from COPD at the age of 74. Paul is survived by his wife of nearly 53 years, Cindi, daughters Kathi (Steve) Fountain and Anne Carlisle, grandchildren Huxley Fountain and Finley Carlisle, sister Patricia (Dan) Domine, and cousins, nieces, and nephews across the...

May 14, 2024

Mae Annette (Jolma) Uskoski, Wirtanen, Charlson.September 16, 1930 - May 14, 2024Mae Anette was born September 16, 1930 in Calumet, MI, passed away peacefully at home on May 14, 2024. Mae was a member of the Old Apostolic Lutheran Church. She was a devoted mother and wife who led by example. Her Christianity was her first concern, with the thought...

May 13, 2024

David Paladeni passed away at home on May 13, 2024 at the age of 74 after a battle with cancer. Dave went home to heaven surrounded by his family. Dave was born on August 1, 1949 in Vancouver, WA and lived most of his life in the Battle Ground area. He worked as a machinist and programmer since graduating college.Dave was...

May 12, 2024

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With heavy hearts we announce the passing of Charles DeWayne 'Bud' Mercer age 79, of Battle Ground, WA on Sunday May 12th, 2024. Bud was born in Richmond, CA and grew up in Knightsen, CA, with his parents and three sisters. The Mercer's were truly a family connected to their community. Buddy...

May 4, 2024

It is with an extremely heavy heart that we announce the unexpected loss of our beloved son, Lucas, on May 4th , 2024.Lucas Ryan Ketelsen was born on 7 October, 1986 at the former Bess Kaiser Hospital in Portland, Oregon, to Mark and Patty Ketelsen. Lucas grew up in the house he helped build with his father and big brother,...

Apr 28, 2024

     Grace Elizabeth Wetter - Schmidtlein was born on March 17, 1934, in Stockton California. She often said she was born there so she could be close to her mother and that she was very happy her birthday was on the 17th, that way people would think she was Irish instead of a year older. Grace spent much of...

Apr 28, 2024

Christine Groda was born to Bill Ballis and Mary Foltin Ballis on January 5, 1924, in Houston. She was the third of a family of six.In 1925, her parents took their children to Greece to visit family members. Christine spent eight years there, growing up in the village of Andritsena.What followed proved the most traumatic time of her life. She...

Apr 27, 2024

Death is nothing at all...I have only slipped away to the next room.I am I and you are you.Whatever we were to each other,That, we still are.Call me by my old familiar name.Speak to me in the easy waywhich you always used.Put no difference into your tone.Wear no forced air of solemnity or sorrow.Laugh as we always laughedat the little...

Apr 25, 2024

Sandy J. Yoder, 82, of Woodland, Washington passed away suddenly on April 25th, 2024. While his loss was unexpected and his family is profoundly saddened, he was called home doing what he loved: foraging for some of his favorite flowers in one of his favorite locations along the Lewis River. ​Sandy was born on July 22nd, 1941 to Edward and Hattie...

Apr 24, 2024

It is with heavy hearts and profound sadness that we announce the passing of Heidi Leitgeb, a remarkable woman who touched the lives of all who had the privilege of knowing her. Heidi graced this Earth for 75 years, spreading warmth and happiness wherever she went. Heidi was born on April 20th, 1949, in Texas and moved to Washington in...

Apr 22, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Michael J. Buma, a devoted farmer, cattle hauler and beloved family man, who departed this world far too soon on April 22, 2024, at the age of 53. His untimely passing has left a profound void in the lives of those who knew him, but his memory will forever...

Apr 19, 2024

Rick was born May 20th, 1959 in Vancouver, Washington. The 2nd child of Nick and Arpa Martell. He grew up in Orchards on the family's small farm next to his grandparents dairy farm. It was then that he developed his strong work ethic.

As  a child he was involved in 4H, playing baseball, and riding dirt bikes. He attended Evergreen High...

Apr 17, 2024

Gerald “ Jerry ” Johnson was born Aug. 30, 1934, in Newport, WA, to Lawrence and Marienne Johnson, and passed away April 17, 2024. Lawrence and Marienne moved their family to Amboy, WA, where Gerald met his future wife, Dorothy. Gerald and Dorothy married in March 1958. Gerald retired after serving 14 years in the US Marine Corps. After retirement,...

Apr 13, 2024

We will be having a Celebration of Life for James on July 20th from 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM at Battle Ground Lake Eagle shelter. There will be a barbecue and seating available. If you can we advise you bring your own chair. If you would like to send flowers, cards, or condolences, they can be sent to 308 NW...

Apr 6, 2024

Helen Christine Burns, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, peacefully left us April 6, 2024. She was born on January 9, 1948, in Wadena, Minnesota.

Helen's life was a tapestry woven with threads of love and laughter. She found joy in spending time with her family, cooking delicious meals, basking in the sun at the beach, caring for and feeding...

Apr 2, 2024

Denise Marie Goodwin was born to Bobbie and Robert Goodwin. She met her lifelong friend Christy at the tender age of 5 years old. She attended grade school at Leiser School in Vancouver, Washington. She then went onto Vancouver High School and graduated in June of 1979. Denise then went to beauty school where she met Holly, Liz, and many others...

Mar 25, 2024

Carol Lynn Andrews, a lifelong resident of the Pacific Northwest, passed away peacefully on March 25, 2024, at the age of 74 in Salmon Creek, Washington. Born on Sept. 13, 1950, in Vancouver, Washington, Carol's life was characterized by her unwavering dedication to her family, and her passion for the domestic arts of cooking, canning, and gardening.

Carol was married to...

Mar 23, 2024

Judith Ann Ost, née Collier, was born in Dublin, Ireland, on Jan. 4, 1944, to Una and Robert Collier. She was the eldest of eight children. She and her family immigrated to United States in 1957. In 1961 she wed Larry Broadfoot and had three children, Raymond, Randy, and Rhonda. She later wed Robert (Corky) W. Ost and had one...