Obituaries

Janette June Barney Ervig

Janette June Barney Ervig

Mar 16, 2024

Janette June Barney Ervig, 74, peacefully passed away on Saturday March 16, 2024, at OHSU in Portland, Oregon at 12:56 A.M. surrounded by her daughters and sons-in-law.  Janette was born on June 7, 1949, to Clifford James and Armida Nancy Barney in Chehalis, Washington.  

Janette was proud to grow up as a ranch manager’s daughter all over Washington and Oregon....

Dwight Jimmy Hastings

Dwight Jimmy Hastings

Mar 16, 2024

Lifelong local resident Dwight Jimmy Hastings, 80, of Longview passed away March 16, 2024, at the Richard Nau Hospice House in Longview.

He was born Aug. 15, 1943, in Longview to Howard and Dorothy (Jordan) Hastings. Dwight worked at the Longview Restaurant after school, and graduated with the Kelso High School Class of 1963.

Dwight’s sister Joyce introduced him to high school...

Kenneth Brian Kell

Kenneth Brian Kell

Mar 14, 2024

Kenneth Brian Kell, 60, of Longview tragically passed away as the result of a motorcycle accident March 14, 2024, in Longview.

He was born Oct. 15, 1963, in Longview to Jesse and Mary (Robbins) Kell. Kenny graduated from R.A. Long High School in 1983, where he was known for his sense of humor and made many friends. He graduated from Lower...

David Clark Jr

David Clark Jr

Mar 10, 2024

Beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, nephew, cousin, son and friend, David C. Clark Jr, 49, of Longview lost his battle with cancer at home with his wife by his side March 10, 2024.

David was born on March 26, 1974 to David Sr. and Linda Clark in Vancouver, Washington. Dave grew up and graduated from Woodland high school in 1992.

Dave...

Larry Lee Herold

Larry Lee Herold

Mar 7, 2024

Larry left this earth on March 7, 2024. He was born in Silverton, Oregon to MildredChristine Dack and Thomas Alva Burr. Larry and his mom moved to Kelso, Washingtonin 1941 and eventually ended up in Longview. Larry went to RA Long High School andgraduated in 1955. Larry went into the Navy in 1956 and retired after 20 years ofservice as...

Ruby Ginger Ione Modrow

Ruby Ginger Ione Modrow

Mar 4, 2024

Ginger R. Modrow passed away peacefully at Longview Family Care Home March 4, 2024.

She was born Feb. 23, 1938, to Jessie and Ruby Kellogg in the very small town of Greycliff, Mont. The Kellogg family then moved to a farm near Kalama, Wash. Ginger attended Kalama schools, graduating from Kalama High School in 1956.

Ginger started her working life with retail jobs...

Bobbie A. Moore

Bobbie A. Moore

Feb 29, 2024

Devoted family man Bobbie A. Moore, 92, of Kelso, passed away Feb. 29, 2024, at Angel’s View Adult Family Home in Longview.

He was born Aug. 19, 1931, in Salmon, Idaho, to John M. and Josephine (Westfall) Moore. His father passed away and Bob quit school to join the Army and help support his family. He served from 1946 to 1949,...

Samuel Allen Clarkson

Samuel Allen Clarkson

Feb 21, 2024

Samuel Allen Clarkson, 21 months, was born May 21, 2022 in Longview, Washington. He passed away February 21, 2024 at home.

Michael W. McIntosh

Michael W. McIntosh

Feb 20, 2024

Beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother and uncle, Michael W. McIntosh, 84, of Longview passed away Feb. 20, 2024.

He was born Sept. 24, 1939, in San Mateo, Calif., to Weston and Alberta (Lothrop) McIntosh. As a teenager, he worked as a golf caddy and in his father’s auto upholstery shop until graduating from high school. He retired in 1994 after 40...

Marlys Anderson-Beck

Marlys Anderson-Beck

Feb 20, 2024

Marlys was born January 20, 1938, in Longview, WA to proud parents Ernest and Viola Erickson. She grew up as an only child with much love and affection. The family were faithful members of Trinity Lutheran Church. Marlys graduated from R.A. Long High School and attended Pacific Lutheran University. She returned home and married the love of her life, Richard...

Davadean "Dave" House

Davadean "Dave" House

Feb 13, 2024

Davadean “Dave” House, born Feb. 16, 1939, in VanBuren, Mo., peacefully passed away Feb. 13, 2024, at Frontier Extended Care in Longview, with a son (Keith) by his side. 

Davadean lived a rich and fulfilling life. He relocated from Missouri to Longview, Wash., at a young age with his family. His father, Rodney, imparted upon him the essential skills of hunting,...

James Guy Foley

James Guy Foley

Feb 13, 2024

James Guy Foley, 86, of Longview passed away Feb. 13, 2024, at home with the love of his life by his side.

He was born June 28, 1937, in Champaign, IL, to Guy and June (Tyler) Foley. Jim graduated from Tuscola High School and attended Eastern Illinois College.

Jim married Linda Wright on April 5, 1974, in Houston, Texas. They spent the...

Janice Lola Craig

Janice Lola Craig

Feb 7, 2024

Janice Lola Craig, a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, entered this world Oct. 8, 1954, to Rose and Harry Daems, in Long Beach, Calif., and departed Feb. 7, 2024, in Longview, Wash., at the age of 69 surrounded by family. Her vibrant and bubbly personality was a constant source of joy to those around her, always wearing a smile that...

Roger David Peterson

Roger David Peterson

Feb 7, 2024

Roger was born in St. Cloud, MN. “Mom, Dad, let’s move out of here,” those were his words when he was nine months old, and “I’m sticking to it” he would say. His family moved to Longview, WA in 1942. He graduated high school from Mark Morris Senior High School in 1961 and later joined the Navy after graduating and...

Pamela Kaye Beesley

Pamela Kaye Beesley

Feb 5, 2024

Lifelong local resident Pamela Kaye Beesley, 76, of Longview, passed away Feb. 5, 2024, at St. John Medical Center.

She was born May 16, 1947, in Longview, to Wayne and Gladys (Norman) Beesley. Pam was a Girl Scout and a 4-H member in her youth. She graduated from R.A. Long High School in 1965, and went to work for Cap’n Yoby’s...

Margaret Pitlo

Margaret Pitlo

Feb 3, 2024

Margaret Pitlo, 97, of Longview passed away Feb. 3, 2024, at St. John Medical Center.

She was born July 8, 1926, in Hooversville, Pa., to Simon and Elizabeth (Kvasnosky) Mayak, and raised with 11 siblings.

Margaret married William Pitlo in Glasco, Mont., July 1, 1946. They moved to Longview in 1954.

Margaret worked for St. John Medical Center for 30 years. She retired...

Virgie Belle Craig

Virgie Belle Craig

Feb 3, 2024

Virgie Belle Craig, 94, o Longview passed away Feb. 3, 2024, at home.

She was born Oct. 1, 1929, in Colorado to Vern and Rosa (Ward) Pember.

Virgie was head accountant/controller for Southland Corp., which owns 7-11 stores, the first convenience store in California. She retired in 1984.

Virgie was a member of the Kelso Bridge Club and a grand master. She enjoyed...

Duane Evans Scott

Duane Evans Scott

Feb 3, 2024

Duane Evans Scott, 96, of Longview, passed away Feb. 3, 2024, at home. 

He was born Dec. 13, 1927, in Longview, and attended Northlake Elementary School and graduated from RA Long High School in 1947.

He spent most of his childhood in Willow Grove working the family farm. He later went to work for Pacific Northwest Bell, where most knew him as...

Monica Essie Overbey

Monica Essie Overbey

Feb 2, 2024

Monica “Nikki” Overbey went home to be with Jesus on February 2, 2024. She was born on July 8, 1945 in San Francisco, CA and grew up on The Hood Canal in Union, WA. She graduated from Irene S. Reed High School in Shelton in 1963. She lived in San Francisco and New York after graduating, and then moved to...

Beverly Lee Pittman

Beverly Lee Pittman

Feb 1, 2024

Beverly Lee Pittman (nee Shill), 90, passed away on February 1, 2024, in Longview, WA. Born

on June 19, 1933, in Waterville, Kansas, Beverly, known to her loved ones as Anna, dedicated

her life to her family.

Beverly was a mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother who cherished spending time with

her family. Her face would light up as she listened to their stories, always eager...

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