Obituaries

D. Bernice Flato

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...

John Emerson Lee Sr.

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

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

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

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...

Karen Marie Myklebust

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...

Hugo Friedrich

Hugo Friedrich

Aug 23, 2026

Hugo Friedrich, of Castle Rock, Washington, passed away on August 23, 2026, at the age of 89. He was born on May 15, 1937, in Germany and lived a life marked by devotion to family, steady work, and pride in caring for the things and people entrusted to him.

He graduated from Centralia High School in Centralia, Washington, and later served...

William Patrick Rose

William Patrick Rose

Aug 23, 2026

William Patrick Rose, of Longview, Washington, passed away on August 23, 2026, at the age of 68. He was born on June 8, 1958, in Ocala, Florida.

William lived a life marked by kindness, dependability, and deep devotion to the people he loved. He was known as a good-hearted man who was always willing to help anyone in need. His family...

William Elsworth Pontious

William Elsworth Pontious

Aug 21, 2026

William Elsworth “Bill” Pontious passed away on August 21, 2026, in Kelso, Washington, after a long illness at his assisted care facility. He was born on September 27, 1939, in Ryderwood, Washington.

Bill graduated from R.A. Long High School in Longview in 1957 and, after high school, entered the Marine Corps. Throughout his life, he was known as a thoughtful and...

Jack Russell Featherston

Jack Russell Featherston

Aug 21, 2026

Jack Featherston, 27 of Longview, Washington, passed away unexpectedly on August 21, 2026.

Jack was born on March 31, 1999, in Longview, Washington to Leslie Nelson and Jackie Featherston. He was a beloved son, brother, father and uncle whose life ended far too soon.

Jack was the proud father of two children who will forever carry a part of their father with...

Margie Jean Ellis-Glenn

Margie Jean Ellis-Glenn

Aug 21, 2026

Margie Jean Ellis-Glenn, 81, passed away on August 21, 2026, in Longview, Washington. Born December 8, 1944, in Corvallis, Oregon, to John Lincoln Ellis and Grace Elberta (Thompson) Ellis.

Margie was a loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother whose sassy personality and unmistakable sense of humor made her truly one of a kind. Those who knew Margie knew that when she loved,...

Claudie "Claude" Gene Montgomery

Claudie "Claude" Gene Montgomery

Aug 18, 2026

Claudie “Claude” Gene Montgomery passed away of natural causes on August 18, 2026, in Longview, Washington. He was born on August 26, 1940, in Chico, Texas.

Claude graduated from Clatskanie High School in Clatskanie, Oregon, in 1958. Over the years, he found enjoyment in skiing and in tinkering in the shop, pursuits that reflected both his energy and his hands-on nature.

He...

Novn Nean

Novn Nean

Aug 17, 2026

Novn Nean, of Portland, Oregon, passed away on August 17, 2026, at the age of 69. She was born on January 1, 1957, in Samraong, Cambodia. She died peacefully at Legacy Emanuel Hospital in Portland, surrounded by close family members, after suffering a massive heart attack while on vacation at the coast in Lincoln City, Oregon.

Novn lived a life centered...

Rev. Dawn Marie Berry

Rev. Dawn Marie Berry

Aug 15, 2026

On Saturday, August 15, 2026, Reverend Dawn Marie Berry passed away and moved on to her heavenly home, while being surrounded by her loving family.

Dawn Marie Berry was born November 26, 1946, to Gladys Doris Elizabeth Stacey (Erickson) and Donald B Stacey in Longview, Washington. She came home to her parent’s house at 1140 8th Avenue in Longview and lived...

Jacob "Rick" Trujillo Jr.

Jacob "Rick" Trujillo Jr.

Aug 13, 2026

Our family lost our beloved patriarch, Rick Trujillo, on Thursday, August 13th, at 10:19 PM. He took his final breaths surrounded by the warmth and prayers of those who loved him most. Anyone who knew Rick knew he was a vibrant, outgoing force of nature who loved Jesus and his family with all his heart. While he was strong and...

Dorothy Helen Gevers-Wojtowych

Dorothy Helen Gevers-Wojtowych

Aug 6, 2026

Dorothy Gevers-Wojtowych lived and loved Longview. Born in Appleton, Wisconsin shortly after her mother arrived from Germany, “Puppchen” moved here as an infant when her father was hired to help in the startup of Longview Fiber.

Born of two immigrants, a piece of Dorothy’s heart was rooted in Germany, and she held a deep appreciation for all those who came to...

Gweneth Dianne McDonald

Gweneth Dianne McDonald

Aug 6, 2026

Gweneth Dianne McDonald passed away on August 6, 2026, in Kelso, Washington.

Gweneth was born on September 26, 1947, in Miami, Oklahoma to Claude and Esther Ross. Her first years were spent moving around with her parents while her dad worked construction. During that time, she met her husband, Gene McDonald in Eugene, Oregon in 1967. They moved to Hermiston, Oregon...

Maxine Elizabeth Cox

Maxine Elizabeth Cox

Aug 2, 2026

Maxine Elizabeth Cox, of Castle Rock, Washington, passed away at home on August 2, 2026. She was born on January 16, 1931, in Los Angeles, California. Early in life, she suffered a massive heart attack and in her later years, she also faced a stroke that affected her ability to read and write, and later lung cancer. In her final...

Audrea LaDean Woelk

Audrea LaDean Woelk

Jul 28, 2026

Audrea LaDean Woelk, lovingly known as Deanie, passed away on July 28, 2026, in Longview, Washington, at the age of 78. She was born on August 23, 1947, in Carnegie, Oklahoma.

Deanie will be remembered as a woman of deep love, faith, generosity, and remarkable talent. She loved her family and God, and those who knew her saw that love expressed...

Nina Catherine Paul

Nina Catherine Paul

Jul 28, 2026

Nina Catherine "Cathy" Paul, (Blumer), passed away peacefully on July 28, 2026, at the age of 89.

Cathy was a devoted mother, grandmother, faithful Catholic, and cherished friend. Her warmth, kindness, and quiet grace touched everyone who knew her. Many remember her as the face that welcomed them at Henri's, the family restaurant she and Henry operated for more than 40...