Edward "Ed" Westrick
Oct 13, 2026
Edward “Ed” Westrick, born July 19, 1936, in Longview, Washington, passed away peacefully on October 13, 2026, at the age of 90. A lifelong Washingtonian, Ed was known for his quiet dedication, steady work ethic, and the deep, uncomplicated kindness he extended to everyone around him.
Ed is survived by his sister, Phyllis “Tilly” Dowell; his daughters, Carey Brandt and Traci...
Gary Louis Schmauder
Oct 8, 2026
I like to tell people that my parents were Don Rickles and Joan Rivers. And for some reason, people found that plausible. My real biological parents were Rudy and Eleanor (Tiefenthaler) Schmauder of Davenport, WA.
Though I was born in Spokane, my growing up years all took place in wonderful Davenport. This was a place where most of my classmates and...
Josephine Gwydline Johnson
Oct 5, 2026
Josephine Gwydline Johnson, lovingly known as “Jocie,” passed away on October 5, 2026, in Buckley, Washington, one day before her 97th birthday. She was born on October 6, 1929, in Cosmopolis, Washington. Jocie will be remembered as a loyal, spunky, feisty, and deeply loving woman whose family meant everything to her.
Jocie married Anton “Tony” Johnson of Kalama, Washington, and together...
John Michael Manzer
Oct 4, 2026
John Michael Manzer, 75, of Kelso, Washington, passed away peacefully at his home on Sunday, October 4, 2026.
Born June 26, 1951, in Everett, Washington, John was the youngest of three children born to Hellen Ramona and John Arthur Manzer. He lived in Snohomish until he graduated in 1969. After working in Seattle, he moved to Eugene, Oregon, where he worked...
Tracy Ann Spires
Oct 3, 2026
Tracy Ann Spires, lovingly known as “Sassy,” passed away on October 3, 2026, in Kelso, Washington, from pancreatic cancer. She was born on January 16, 1962, in Phillipsburg, New Jersey.
Tracy will be remembered as the life of the party, a compassionate soul, and someone who was always welcoming and always ready for shenanigans. Her family recalls that with Tracy, they...
Angelo "Bud" Charles Pilotti
Sep 30, 2026
Angelo "Bud" Pilotti, 84, of Longview, Washington, passed away on September 30, 2026.Bud was born on March 21, 1942, in Albany, California, to Peter and Enis Pilotti, and grew up in Berkeley, California. He later made his home in Longview, Washington, where he built his career and raised his family. Bud worked for Weyerhaeuser for 25 years, serving as controller.
Bud...
Robert James Callos
Sep 26, 2026
Robert James Callos (Bob), passed away peacefully in his home, surrounded by his loved ones, on September 26, 2026.
Bob was born in Longview, WA on November 2, 1947 to Jim and Lorna Callos. Bob was the youngest of four children, Diane, Gary, and Adele.
Bob graduated from R.A.Long High School in 1965. Graduating at age 17, he did not meet the...
Douglas Eugene Franks
Sep 24, 2026
Douglas Eugene Franks passed away on September 24, 2026, in Kelso, Washington. He was born on May 8, 1940, in Norman, Oklahoma, and lived a life marked by service, family devotion, and a deep enjoyment of the people and activities he loved.
Douglas graduated from South Kitsap High School and also attended some college. He went on to serve his country...
Susan Lynne Taylor
Sep 20, 2026
Susan Lynne Taylor, a retired member of the Seattle Symphony Orchestra, passed away at her Longview home on September 20, 2026 after a long battle with cancer.
She was born in Longview, Washington on December 18, 1955 to Patricia and Hal Branscom and attended Columbia Valley Gardens Elementary school and then graduated from Mark Morris High School in 1974.
As she advanced...
Peggy Leola Long
Sep 18, 2026
Peggy Leola Long, née Owens, passed away on September 18, 2026, in Longview, Washington, while in hospice care following the progression of dementia. She was born on August 5, 1939, in Lorraine, Texas, and lived a life centered on family, friendship, and the simple joys that made a house feel warm and welcoming.
For 60 years, Peggy shared her life with...
Terry C Cole
Sep 16, 2026
A private family service will be held for Terry on Friday, October 30, 2026 at Longview Memorial Park. Friends are warmly invited to share in a reception following from 12:00 to 3:00 at Columbia Height Assemble of God, 3609 Columbia Heights Rd., Longview, WA.
Please direct any donations to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital in honor of Terry’s memory for the...
D. Bernice Flato
Sep 16, 2026
In Loving Memory of Darlene “Bernice” (Hendrickson) Flato
Bernice Flato, a lifelong resident of Longview, Washington, passed away peacefully on September 16, 2026, at the age of 91.
Born and raised in Longview, she was a bright and focused young woman. A member of the National Honor Society and her exceptional shorthand skills led her straight from high school into a career...
Richard Harold Cedergren
Sep 12, 2026
Richard Harold (Dick) Cedergren passed away peacefully on September 12, 2026, at St. John Medical Center in Longview, Washington. He was born in Longview on January 17, 1931 to Elias and Lucy P. (nee Miller West) Cedergren.
Dick was raised in Longview. In the 8th grade, he was elected president of the student body at Kessler School--an achievement for which he...
Richard "Rich" Sidney Ellsworth McCool
Sep 10, 2026
There are some people who leave footprints wherever they go, and some who leave a little piece of themselves with everyone they meet. Rich McCool was one of those people.
Richard Sidney Ellsworth McCool, known to those who loved him simply as “Rich”, passed away peacefully on September 10, 2026, in Longview, Washington, at the age of 88.
He was a devoted...
John Emerson Lee Sr.
Sep 9, 2026
John Emerson Lee Sr., lovingly known as Johnny, passed away on September 9, 2026, in Longview, Washington, surrounded by family and friends after fighting a hard battle with terminal illness. He was born on October 1, 1942, and will be remembered as a devoted family man, a storyteller, a jokester, and someone whose presence brought warmth and personality to every...
Jill Marie McLaughlin
Sep 7, 2026
Jill Marie McLaughlin, lovingly known as “Pickle” and “Sweet Little Jilly,” passed away of natural causes on September 7, 2026, in Belinho, Esposende, Portugal. She was born on December 28, 1960, in Longview, Washington, and lived a life marked by warmth, energy, laughter, and deep devotion to the people she loved.
Jill graduated from Mark Morris High School in Longview, Washington,...
Billie Jo Anshutz
Sep 7, 2026
Billie Jo Anshutz, born August 9, 1957, in Longview, Washington, died on September 7, 2026, under hospice care at home from natural causes.
Billie Jo will be remembered for her sense of humor, her willful spirit, and her honesty. She found joy and pleasure in many things, including country music, animals—especially cats—French fries, especially from McDonald’s, special coffees and chocolates, going...
James Horton Fugitt
Sep 1, 2026
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of James Horton "Jim" Fugitt on September 1st, 2026 at the age of 82. He was born in Longview Washington, where he spent his entire life; a life marked by compassion, strength and a deep devotion to his family.
Jim is preceded in death by his loving parents Cecil and Sarah Fugitt. He is...
Lloyd Paul Huggins
Aug 31, 2026
Lloyd Paul Huggins, 73, of Longview Washington, passed away on August 31, 2026.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Teddy and Pauline Huggins.
He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Carol Huggins; children and their spouses Ryan Huggins; Akaemi and Josh Barnett; Jason and Meggie Huggins; Braxton and Coreen Huggins; and Kyrie and Stephen Gygi; 8 grandchildren; stepmother...
Karen Marie Myklebust
Aug 23, 2026
Karen Marie Myklebust passed away peacefully at her residence at Monticello Park Assisted Living Facility in Longview, Washington, on August 23, 2026. She was born on August 1, 1944, in New Rockford, North Dakota.
Karen will be remembered as a caring and thoughtful woman whose life was marked by kindness, warmth, and a loving heart. She devoted much of her life...