Obituaries
Bill Kasch III
Aug 5, 2025
Vietnam, Laos, Thailand and Burma in SE Asia; Calcutta, Delhi, and Benares in India; Kuala Lumpur in Malaysia; Bali in Indonesia, plus the Philippines. He returned to SE Asia years later with his wife Donna to visit Cambodia's Angkor Wat ruins. In 1973 Bill traced Marco Polo's route across China, experiencing a harrowing trip across the Afghan-China border; climbing the...
Kenneth James Kennedy
Jul 28, 2025
Ken was born October 15, 1928 as the second child of 9 siblings, to Merritt and Lyda Kennedy of Longview, WA. He was into the loving arms of The Father on July 28, 2025. Growing up during the Great Depression and World War II he developed a strong work ethic that drove him his entire life. Growing up in the...
Betty Ann Fleming
Jul 28, 2025
Betty Ann Fleming, born on March 8, 1939, in Longview, Washington, passed away peacefully on July 28, 2025, at St. Johns Hospital, surrounded by her loving family. Betty was a devoted mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend, known for her loving and caring nature.
A proud graduate of R.A. Long High School, class of 1957, Betty’s life was marked by her...
Douglas William Gillmer
Jul 27, 2025
Douglas William Gillmer passed away July 27, 2025 in Longview, Washington.
Hazel Lillian Rahier
Jul 24, 2025
Hazel Lillian Rahier, born on January 13, 1945, in Qualla Township, North Carolina, passed away on July 24, 2025, in Longview, Washington. Throughout her life, Hazel was loved and cherished by many, known fondly for her spirited personality and warm heart.
A woman of remarkable tenacity, Hazel was often described as a “spit fire” and a “sassy pants girl.” Her infectious...
Carolyn Helen Brookhart
Jul 23, 2025
Carolyn Helen Brookhart, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, peacefully departed this life on July 23, 2025, after a long battle with Alzheimer's Disease. Born on July 24, 1937, in Park Rapids, Minnesota, Carolyn packed in two lifetimes of experiences during her remarkable journey. Her kind spirit and zest for life have left an indelible mark on all who...
Roderick Elton Minear
Jul 22, 2025
Roderick Elton Minear, a beloved member of his community, passed away on July 22, 2025, in Longview, Washington, where he was also born on July 15, 1934. He lived a life marked by faith, service, and generosity, leaving an indelible impact on all who knew him.
Roderick's unwavering commitment to his faith was exemplified through his active participation at the First...
Gaynor Lee Alcid
Jul 21, 2025
Gaynor Alcid, beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend, passed away at the age of 92 on July 21", 2025.
Gaynor was born on May 31", 1933 in Rhame North Dakota and spent her childhood in Longview, WA., Graduating from R. A. Long H. S., marrying, raising a family of six and later returning to college while working for the City of...
Mary Margaret Tuggle
Jul 21, 2025
Mary, beloved Mom and Nana, passed away peacefully on July 21, 2025 at Valley Medical Center surrounded by her loving family. Born in Longview, Washington, Mary was a twin and youngest of four children of George and Gertrude Dunn. She graduated from R.A. Long High School in 1967 and attended Lower Columbia College.
Mary was outgoing and full of life. She...
Wilbert (Willy) Jack Huhta
Jul 12, 2025
Wilbert ("Willy") Jack Huhta, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, uncle, and cousin passed away peacefully on July 12, 2025, at the age of 91. Born on November 24, 1933, in Longview, Washington, to Victor and Martha Huhta, Wilbert lived a full and blessed life of service during which being a child of God was the most precious matter...
LaVern (Vern) Eaton
Jul 9, 2025
LaVern “Vern” Lewis Eaton, of Longview, passed away at the age of 90 on Wednesday July 9, 2025 at Kaiser Permanente Westside Medical Center in Hillsboro, OR.
He was born on July 5, 1935 in Minot, North Dakota to Clinton (Bud) and Bessie Eaton. He moved with his family in 1945 to Kalama, Washington. He graduated from Kalama High School where...
Toni Meacham
Jul 7, 2025
Toni Meacham was born August 21, 1951 as the oldest child to Robert and Iris Peterson in Longview, Washington.
The Peterson family spent living in St. Thomas, North Dakota before moving to Skamokawa, Washington in 1965. Toni graduated in Cathlamet, Washington. She married Pete Swift in 1971 and later divorced, but not before having two wonderful sons, David and Brian. Toni...
William Earl Pryor
Jun 30, 2025
William Earl Pryor, affectionately known as Billy, was born on May 28, 1963, in Baltimore, Maryland. He passed away on June 30, 2025, in Woodland, Washington, leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter, and unforgettable memories.
Billy attended school in Baltimore, where he began to cultivate the cheerful and engaging personality that would define his life. A happy-go-lucky guy, he could...
Nadine Yvonne Cooper
Jun 28, 2025
Nadine Yvonne Cooper, 96, died June 28, 2025 in her sleep in Longview, Washington of natural causes.
She was born February 11, 1929 to Emanuel and Bertha Klemmer in Tacoma, Washington and moved to Longview in 1930. She graduated from R.A. Long High School.
Nadine married Robert E. Enbusk in April of 1947. Together, they had four children: Terry Lyn Enbusk, who...
Kathleen Susanne Horn
Jun 27, 2025
Kathleen Susanne Horn, affectionately known as Kathy, passed away unexpectedly on June 27, 2025, at PeaceHealth St. John’s Hospital in Longview, Washington. Born on May 18, 1964, in Vancouver, Washington, she brought joy and warmth to all who had the pleasure of knowing her.
Kathy was a vivacious individual with an indomitable spirit. A graduate of Woodburry Central in Moville, Iowa,...
Dr. James Henry Conrod
Jun 17, 2025
James Henry Conrod entered this life on September 14, 1930, in Chicago, IL, to loving parents James A. and Frieda Conrod. James, “Jim” had a passion from early childhood to be a medical missionary, but after graduating from high school he felt God calling him to be a pastor instead.
While in seminary, he met his first love, Barbara Chesnut, and...
Honore' Louise Hacanson
Jun 14, 2025
Honoré Louise Hacanson was born Honoré Tilner to parents Nettie (Fitzgerald) Tilner and Harold Otto Tilner in Seattle, Washington on December 13, 1927. She was named for her mother’s favorite author who wrote for Good Housekeeping Magazine, Honoré Wilsey Morrow.
Honoré lived in Seattle with her parents and younger brother until 1942 when the family moved to Puyallup, Washington. Honoré was...
Rolland "Rolly" Lee Chrest
Jun 8, 2025
Rolland “Rolly” Lee Chrest, 84, of Longview, passed away peacefully on June 8, 2025, at his home after a long and resilient battle with cancer.
Rolly was born June 29, 1940, in Bowbells, North Dakota, to Vernon and Henrietta (Gleave) Chrest. In 1951, he moved with his family to Longview, WA, where he graduated from R.A. Long High School in 1958.
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