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As promised by her loving husband Ray, who left this earthly life Nov. 27, 2016, Arley passed away peacefully at her home with family by her side. Arley was born to Harvey and Mary Lynde in Faulkton, South Dakota. She was the middle child with two big sisters Margie and Bonnie, her little sister Jo and baby brother Duane (Butch) all who have preceded her in death. Mom was always enterprising. Starting at age ten she babysat, and ironed to earn her own money. At age fifteen she worked as a carhop at the local Drive-In in Billings Montana. When a Junior in High School, she quit school to work full time as a billing clerk for a local Auto Dealer.At the age of 18 her true love story began when...

On Sunday, December 11th, Jonathan Philip Whitaker of Arlington, Washington, beloved spouse and friend, passed away at the age of 67 after a year-long battle with rectal cancer. Jonathan was born on December 5th, 1955 in Waltham, Massachusetts to Henry P. Whitaker and Helen S. Pokorsky. He graduated from Resselaer Polytechnic Institute in 1978 with a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering and worked as an Engineer across New York and the Midwest for 19 years. He changed careers and became a small business owner with his beloved second wife, Kaydee A. Hines for 6 years. After Kaydee's passing in 2007, he went back to school at the age of 54 to pursue his passion for airplanes. He...

On Sunday, December 11th, Jonathan Philip Whitaker of Arlington, Washington, beloved spouse and friend, passed away at the age of 67 after a year-long battle with rectal cancer.Jonathan was born on December 5th, 1955 in Waltham, Massachusetts to Henry P. Whitaker and Helen S. Pokorsky. He graduated from Resselaer Polytechnic Institute in 1978 with a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering and worked as an Engineer across New York and the Midwest for 19 years. He changed careers and became a small business owner with his beloved second wife, Kaydee A. Hines for 6 years. After Kaydee's passing in 2007, he went back to school at the age of 54 to pursue his passion for airplanes. He...

Lola Jeanrae Wesson was born on October 18, 1939 to Leo and Marie (Merkley) Burkhart in McGill, Nevada and died at 82 years of age on August 20, 2022 after battling many health issues. Jeanrae enjoyed knitting, crocheting and sewing, often making gifts for those she loved or for strangers in need. She loved to spend time with animals (especially her dogs or watching birds at her Oso home). She would often relax by doing word puzzles, reading novels or watching movies, particularly Westerns. Her favorite place was Hawaii and often talked of her visit there. She was a woman of faith, giving to many charities and serving her community. She loved her Lord and looked forward to joining her...

Bob was promoted to Paradise on August 20,2022, after a long battle with cancer. He is survived by his bride of 68 years, Beverly, daughter Tammy Smith (Bob Wright) and daughter Genevieve Fromong (Del). Grandchildren Jason Mount, Tonia Mount (Richard Crooke) Kaylena Fromong and Cameron Fromong (Alyssa Peck) and 6 great-grandchildren. He was proceeded in death by his daughter, Lorelei Smith-Mount-Zamora in 2006.<br><br>A celebration of Bob's life will be held at the Church of God of Prophecy, 615 Sauk Ave, Darrington, WA on Saturday, August 27, at 1:00pm followed by a fellowship meal at the Darrington Senior Center.<br>The family would like to thank all the staff at Hospice Northwest,...

Marilyn (Spoerhase) Hoggarth passed away on August 10th, 2022 and is now present with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. A long time member of the Arlington Free Methodist Church, she served it well and looked forward to helping as needed in many capacities.<br><br>Marilyn was born on June 18, 1956, living on the family farm for most of her life. As a fourth generation resident of the Spoerhase homestead, she was raised to appreciate county living and devoted many hours trying to protect that way of life in the community.<br><br>Her education consisted of a Journalism/Communications degree from the University of Washington, followed by a Business Law masters degree through City College....

Marilyn (Spoerhase) Hoggarth passed away on August 10th, 2022 and is now present with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. A long time member of the Arlington Free Methodist Church, she served it well and looked forward to helping as needed in many capacities.<br><br>Marilyn was born on June 18, 1956, living on the family farm for most of her life. As a fourth generation resident of the Spoerhase homestead, she was raised to appreciate county living and devoted many hours trying to protect that way of life in the community.<br><br>Her education consisted of a Journalism/Communications degree from the University of Washington, followed by a Business Law masters degree through City College....

Kimburly Shannon Green died July 21st. His Celebration of life will be on Sept. 17th at 31024 Sauk Valley Rd. in Darrington WA.

Diane Esther Fair, age 74, went to Heaven on July 16, 2022 in Arlington, Washington.<br><br>Diane was born on August 1, 1947, in Seattle, Washington, to parents Jean Roberts and Jack Cameron Fair of Seattle, Washington.<br><br>Diane is survived by her daughter, Maria Case (John), Son, Raymond Kent (Leah), and grandchildren, John Case Jr (Jill) of Arlington, Washington; Jack Case (Koree), of Marysville, Washington; Melissa Landreth of Oro Valley, Arizona; Melinda Landreth of Mesa, Arizona; and Michael Landreth of Superior, Montana.<br><br>Great-grandchildren are Allison, Lucas, and Colt Case; Sophie Landreth and Hunter Gillihan; Lucia and Gwendelyn Barrett; and Deaken...

Pearl Loretta Lewis-Fairchild joined our Lord and Savior on May 17th 2022. She was born 92 years ago on April 27, 1930 to Edward and Jewel Newton in Harrison, Idaho. Pearl was preceded in death by her parents and four brothers, her husband Dorsey Lewis of 53 years and her second husband Arvel Fairchild of 12 years. She is survived by her sister Julie Hurlburt, her brother-in-law Norman Lewis and two stepchildren, John and Anne Marie Fairchild. Pearl had such a zest for life. She lived a life of faith and inspired others with her warm smile and friendly conversations. She called herself an "Old Farm Girl", making every penny count and never wasting food or supplies. Living her final five...

Pearl Loretta Lewis-Fairchild joined our Lord and Savior on May 17th 2022. She was born 92 years ago on April 27, 1930 to Edward and Jewel Newton in Harrison, Idaho. Pearl was preceded in death by her parents and four brothers, her husband Dorsey Lewis of 53 years and her second husband Arvel Fairchild of 12 years. She is survived by her sister Julie Hurlburt, her brother-in-law Norman Lewis and two stepchildren, John and Anne Marie Fairchild. Pearl had such a zest for life. She lived a life of faith and inspired others with her warm smile and friendly conversations. She called herself an "Old Farm Girl", making every penny count and never wasting food or supplies. Living her final five...

Steven W. Peterson, of Arlington, Washington, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, May 3, 2022, at the age of 74. He was living at the Olympic Place Assisted Living Facility at the time of his death.<br>Steve was born a twin on December 24, 1947, in Arlington, Washington at 10:30am in the "old hospital" on the hill, to Wayne and Velma Peterson, and was one of seven children.<br>Steve and his siblings all grew up in Oso and Steve was a 1966 graduate of Arlington High School, where he served as Junior Class Vice-president and Senior Class President. Steve then studied design drafting at Everett Community College and, during that time, was a member of the Arlington Search and Rescue unit. Steve...

Steven W. Peterson, of Arlington, Washington, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, May 3, 2022, at the age of 74. He was living at the Olympic Place Assisted Living Facility at the time of his death.<br>Steve was born a twin on December 24, 1947, in Arlington, Washington at 10:30am in the "old hospital" on the hill, to Wayne and Velma Peterson, and was one of seven children. <br>Steve and his siblings all grew up in Oso and Steve was a 1966 graduate of Arlington High School, where he served as Junior Class Vice-president and Senior Class President. Steve then studied design drafting at Everett Community College and, during that time, was a member of the Arlington Search and Rescue unit....

<p>George Willett was born in Everett, Washington to Carlyn and Lyle Willett and he passed away at home in the care of his family in Arlington Washington with the compassionate support of the VA Medical Center SCI and Palliative Care Teams.</p> <p>George was an ancestor of a Washington pioneer Clara Henrietta Bunten who was his grandmother. She was a midwife in Arlington. George spent much of his childhood with her and accompanied her at times to homes and patiently waited while she would care for expecting mothers. George had a deep appreciation and love for her throughout his life. </p> <p>George Graduated from the Arlington High School Class of 1948. He had many jobs in the...

Anne Marie Sherrill was born February 12, 1965 and passed away on February 28, 2022. She attended Arlington High School. She was preceded in death by her father, two brothers, and a beloved nephew. She is survived by her mother, Mary Ann Monty (Ralph), brother, Rick (Debby) Sherrill, brother, Aaron (Kasey) Monty, and several nephews and nieces. A graveside service will be held at Arlington Cemetery on March 12 at 1 PM. Please make any remembrances to Kids Kloset in Arlington, as Anne cared greatly for children in need.

<p>Shirley Ann (Curtis) (Helgeland) Hall, 98, passed away January 17, 2022, in Marysville, WA. She was born July 19, 1923 in Granite Falls, WA to Alanson and Esther (Anderson) Curtis, the second of four children, in the house that is currently the Granite Falls Historical Museum. Not one to be outdone by her three brothers, at the age of 5 she climbed the water tower and fell, breaking her arm and then spent an extended time in the hospital. She was very close to her brothers George, Bob, and Alan. Unfortunately, her brother Bob passed away at the age of 12. She grew up in Granite Falls, graduating from High School in 1941.</p> <p>She loved dancing and met her future husband Harold Helgeland...

<p>Janice Mathis passed away from cancer at her home in Darrington, surrounded by family on Oct. 25, 2021.</p> <p>Janice was born May 15th, 1945 in Ketchikan, AK. She grew up & attended school in Arlington, but spent most of her life in Darrington with her husband of 41 years, Terry Mathis.<br>Janice was a strong woman who loved her family, friends & dogs. She would always help anyone in need & had a heart of gold.</p> <p>She was proceeded in death by her parents Carl & Etta Christensen, brother Ed Melhart and her twin sister Janet (Melhart) Loch.</p> <p>She is survived by her husband, Terry Mathis, son Larry (Arifie) Shepard, daughter Beccie Shepard, grandsons Carl &...

A Celebration of Life will be held on June 5th, 2022 at 12pm at Kayak County Park.

Our beloved Kathleen left us on October 23, 2021. She was a wife, mother, and grandmother. She leaves behind three children; Joe Larson (Allison) and their children Jack, Alex, and Loren in Salt Lake, UT; daughter Jennifer Whitson (John); son Chris and his partner Casey, and children Dominic Todd, Makala Whitson, Emmy Whitson, Landen Whitson; and Casey's children John, Olivia, and Wyatt. She was born July 22, 1950 in Arlington, WA to Jim and Darleen Hammer, and lived most of her life in Arlington. She leaves behind her husband Ben Whitson; brother Steve Hammer (Marty), and their three children Steven, Missy, and Jason. Kathleen was a bright light, and full of life and love for her family and...

Peggy Lou Nichols, age 89, of Arlington, Washington passed away on Thursday, October 14, 2021. Peggy was born November 8, 1931 in Emmetsburg, Iowa. In her free time she enjoyed going on cruises and was a silver life master bridge player. Peggy was also a member of Atonement Free Lutheran Church. She is survived by her husband, Gordon Nichols; four sons - Steve (Susan) Nichols, Ric (Joey) Nichols, Greg (Patty) Nichols, Rob (Heather) Nichols; nine grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. A celebration of life will be held next spring at Atonement Free Lutheran Church.