Obituaries
James Michael Johnson
Jul 12, 2026
James Michael Johnson, affectionately known as Jim, passed away from natural causes on July 12, 2026, in Longview, Washington. He was born on May 20, 1949, in Moscow, Idaho, and throughout his 77 years, he touched the lives of those around him with warmth, friendship, and an enduring spirit.
Jim graduated in 1967 from Glacier High School in Seattle, Washington, marking...
La Fon B. Worden
Jul 8, 2026
La Fon B. Worden passed away on July 8, 2026, at the age of 88.
La Fon was born September 21, 1937, in Longview, Washington, to Guy P. Bohannon and Beulah (Estes) Bohannon. She grew up in Longview and graduated from R.A. Long High School in 1955. She went on to attend Lewis & Clark College, where she studied music.
While attending...
Daniel Joe Beavers
Jul 2, 2026
Daniel Joe Beavers, cherished husband, devoted father, loving grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on July 2, 2026, in Longview, Washington, after a lengthy illness. He was 81 years old. Daniel, known to his family and friends as Danny, was surrounded by his loved ones in his final moments, a true testament to a life built on lasting relationships and...
Elmer Kenneth Wolfe
Jul 2, 2026
Ken was born September 14, 1943 in Columbus, Nebraska, to Elmer and Grace Wolfe.
After a long battle with Parkinson's disease, Ken passed away on July 2, 2026.
Ken worked on his family's dairy farm with his brothers while attending school in Schuyler, Nebraska. He graduated from Schuyler High School in 1961. Ken played center for the High School football team and...
Brian Jean Ball
Jul 1, 2026
Brian Jean Ball, 73, passed away peacefully on July 1, 2026 at OHSU in Portland, Oregon. He was born on March 2, 1953, Brian lived a life marked by dedication, kindness, unconditional love, and an enduring optimism that genuinely touched all who knew him.
Brian pursued his education at St. Rose, Robert Gray, Kessler, Cascade Junior High, Mark Morris High School,...
Linda Louise Gibbons
Jun 30, 2026
Linda Louise Gibbons, born on August 19, 1939 in Urbana, Illinois, passed away peacefully on June 30, 2026 in Vancouver, Washington. Linda’s journey through life was rich with purpose, kindness, and devotion to those around her.
Linda’s early years led her to achieve notable educational milestones. She graduated from El Camino High School in 1957, marking the beginning of her dedication...
Frank William Shelton
Jun 28, 2026
Frank was born in Yakima, WA, to Ira Ernest and Eliza Jane Shelton on 10/6/34. He departed this world on 6/28/26 to join his beloved wife, Carolyn, for eternity.
After graduating from Yakima High School, he joined the U.S. Air Force and served from 1953-1957. He was stationed in Biloxi, Mississippi, until his deployment to the brand new air force base...
Susan Marie Chamberlain
Jun 27, 2026
Susan Marie Chamberlain passed away June 27, 2026. She was born to Lawrence and Zita (Lustig) Schmidt at home in Cottonwood, Idaho, a German town on August 13, 1931, the oldest of 17 children on her father’s birthday. She graduated from Greencreek, Idaho schools, Idaho State funded public school, (one of two state schools in the nation with that monetary...
Donald Francis Armstrong
Jun 26, 2026
Donald F. Armstrong, 89, passed away peacefully on June 26, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family.
Born on June 6, 1937, in Longview, Washington, Don lived a remarkable life defined by leadership, service, hard work and unwavering devotion to his family and community.
Don graduated from R.A. Long High School in 1955 before attending the University of Washington, where he...
Bennie Beth McDonald
Jun 20, 2026
Bennie Beth McDonald (née Kennedy), lovingly known as “Bee,” passed away peacefully on June 20, 2026, in Longview, Washington, at the age of 81. Born on October 21, 1944, in Lawton, Oklahoma, Bee’s journey through life was defined by her generous spirit, abiding loyalty, and unwavering devotion to her family.
Bee was the treasured daughter of John L. Kennedy and Gladie...
Dan Allen Huntington
Jun 18, 2026
Dan Allen Huntington, affectionately known to many as "Chop," passed away peacefully on June 18, 2026, in Longview, Washington, after a courageous year-long battle with brain cancer. He was 73 years old.
Dan was born on June 22, 1952, in Longview, Washington, and remained deeply connected to the community throughout his life. He graduated from R.A. Long High School with the...
Chad Lawrence Daggy
Jun 13, 2026
Chad Lawrence Daggy, born on October 5, 1973, in Longview, Washington, passed away on June 13, 2026, in Portland, Oregon. His death came as a result of congestive heart failure, kidney failure, and diabetes. Chad’s spirit, kindness, and the love he shared with his family and friends will be fondly remembered and deeply missed.
Chad was the beloved son of Diane...
Carol Jane Lee
Jun 6, 2026
Carol Jane Lee (née Purrier) passed away peacefully on June 6, 2026, in Longview, Washington. She was born on April 11, 1936, in Vancouver, Washington, and throughout her 90 years touched the lives of many with her warmth, kindness, and unwavering devotion to her family.
Raised in Southwest Washington, Carol was a proud graduate of Kelso High School in 1954. She...
Charles Edward Boyd
Jun 5, 2026
Charles Edward Boyd, affectionately known as Chuck, passed away on June 5, 2026 in Longview, Washington, at the age of 68. Born on December 2, 1957, in Sunbury, Pennsylvania, Chuck lived a life marked by deep faith, steadfast work ethic, and profound love for his family.
Chuck was the beloved husband of Denise Boyd. He is survived by his children, Jason...
Eleanor A. Clapp-Shumaker
Jun 3, 2026
Beloved wife, mother, daughter, sister, and friend, Eleanor A. Clapp-Shumaker died June 3, 2026 at the age of 87. Eleanor was born in Longview, Washington to Rudolph and Allie Laulainen. A life-long resident of Longview, Eleanor graduated from R. A. Long High School (1956) and was elected Lower Columbia College’s first female ASB president (1957). While attending LCC she met...
Gwyneth Mae Riggs Gross
Jun 3, 2026
Gwyneth Mae Riggs Gross was born March 18, 1931, in Wenatchee, Washington to John Russell and Lillian Mae Staples Riggs.
Her first years were spent on an apple ranch near Entiat where she accompanied her father on his daily rounds and soaked up the sun. When Gwyn was five the family moved to Ketchikan, Alaska. Her father managed a mail, freight...
Marilyn Marie Rogers
Jun 3, 2026
Marilyn Marie Rogers, 91, of Longview, Washington, passed away peacefully on June 3, 2026. She was born on April 17, 1935, in Longview, Washington.
A lifelong resident of the area, Marilyn graduated from Columbia Adventist Academy in 1953. She met her husband, Verle Rogers, as a child in grade school, and they shared a beautiful marriage of 53 years until his...
Marilyn Gail Demyan
Jun 2, 2026
Born to Jack (Marty) and Bernice Stewart, Marilyn joined older brothers Jack and Mike at the family homestead in Rose Valley.
She grew up in Rose Valley and attended Kelso schools, graduating from Kelso High School in 1968.
In 1969, Marilyn married Steve Demyan and from that union their daughter, LeAnn, was born. Marilyn and Steve later divorced.
She worked at various places...
Myrna Joan Nelson
May 27, 2026
Born in Centralia, Wa on 5/8/1937, and passed on 5/27/2026. The 1st of 4 children to Clyde & Alice (Prince) Reynoldson, Myrna grew up in Kelso, and graduated from Kelso high school in 1955. After graduation Myrna went to work at the National Bank of Commerce & married Don McNannay. This union, however brief, produced two children, Scott (dec.1983) and...
Robert Dee Wilson
May 26, 2026
Robert Dee "Robb" Wilson, 48, of Longview, Washington, passed away on May 26, 2026, in his hometown. Born on May 12, 1978, in Longview, Robb spent his life deeply rooted in the community he loved.
A graduate of Mark Morris High School in 1996, Robb pursued his passion for electrical and instrumentation technology at Perry Technical Institute. He graduated in 1999...
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