Obituaries

Steven James Pierce

Steven James Pierce

Jul 5, 2024

Steven James Pierce, beloved son and brother, was born on August 6, 1964, in Longview, Washington, and passed away on July 5, 2024, succumbing to complications of pneumonia. He is survived by his mother, June Myer Pierce, sister Sabrina Meyers, brother-in-law Dale Meyers, and numerous close relatives. He was preceded in death by his father, Roy J. Pierce. 

Steve graduated from...

Lorna Helen James

Lorna Helen James

Jul 5, 2024

Lorna Helen James, born on April 2, 1959, in Edmonds, Washington, passed away unexpectedly on July 5, 2024, in Longview, Washington. She leaves behind a legacy filled with cherished memories and heartfelt connections that will forever be treasured by those who were fortunate enough to have met her.

Lorna, was a woman of remarkable character, known for her infectious personality and...

Amelia Margaret Fugate

Amelia Margaret Fugate

Jul 3, 2024

 

Amelia (Peggy) Margaret Fugate (91) passed on July 3, 2024, at Woodland Care Center in Woodland, WA, with family by her side.

Amelia’s nickname, Peggy, was given to her by her older siblings, and it stuck. She was born in Stamford, Connecticut, on August 29, 1932, and was the youngest of five children. She graduated from Stamford High School in 1950...

Jackie Mae Wilson

Jackie Mae Wilson

Jul 2, 2024

Jackie Mae Wilson passed away due to liver cancer on July 2, 2024 in her hometown of Longview, Washington. Born on December 10, 1948, she was known for her kind heart and selfless nature, always ready to lend a helping hand to those in need.

Jackie's life was filled with meaningful experiences and cherished memories. She had a passion for travel...

Leonard Elmer Rismoen Jr.

Leonard Elmer Rismoen Jr.

Jul 2, 2024

Leonard Elmer Rismoen Jr., 85, of Longview passed away July 2, 2024, at PeaceHealth Richard Nau Hospice House while surrounded by family. 

He was born Nov. 9, 1938, in Kelso, WA., to Leonard and Myrtle (Skinner) Rismoen. He grew up with four siblings, two brothers and two sisters.

Leonard worked at a shake mill while attending Kelso High School. He graduated from...

James William Watson Jr.

James William Watson Jr.

Jun 27, 2024

In loving memory of James William Watson Jr., known fondly as "Jimbo", a man whose life was filled with love, laughter, and cherished memories. His journey began on April 19, 1937, in Longview, Washington, where he graced the world with his presence. It is with heavy hearts that we announce his peaceful passing on June 27, 2024, in the same...

Clyde Woods

Clyde Woods

Jun 23, 2024

Clyde Wesley Woods, 71, of Longview, Washington, died June 23, 2024.

Harry Allen Leffler

Harry Allen Leffler

Jun 21, 2024

Harry was born 11/16/1951 in Great Falls, Montana to Albert Lloyd Leffler and Eleanor Ethel

Smith Leffler. He passed away in hospice after a short battle with Multiple Myeloma.

His father worked for the Anaconda Copper Company smelter in Great Falls, Montana. His

parents never stayed in one home for very long. He lived in 14 different homes before

graduating from high school. Harry...

Elaine Annette Loerch

Elaine Annette Loerch

Jun 17, 2024

Elaine Annette Loerch, a beloved member of the community, passed away on June 17, 2024 in Olympia, Washington. She was born on July 22, 1937, in Arnegard, North Dakota, to the late Edward and Irene Mattison.

Elaine led a remarkable life filled with diverse experiences. She excelled academically and graduated as the valedictorian of her class in high school. Following her...

Darrell E Davis

Darrell E Davis

Jun 17, 2024

Darrell was born July 5, 1943, in San Francisco, CA to Jerold and Neva (Benberg) Davis. After spending his early years in San Mateo, CA, his family moved to Napavine, WA where he grew up and graduated from Napavine High School.

As a child, Darrell loved raising cows and caring for other animals on the little family farm. He was an...

James "Jim" T. Reeves

James "Jim" T. Reeves

Jun 16, 2024

James "Jim" T. Reeves, born on December 12, 1945 in Longview, Washington, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Father's Day(June 16, 2024). Jim was a cherished husband, father, grandfather, and friend, whose love and dedication to his family and community left a lasting mark on all who knew him.

Jim graduated from RA Long High School in 1964. He...

Allen Michael Abell

Allen Michael Abell

Jun 11, 2024

Allen Michael Abell, a compassionate individual known for his dedication to helping disabled individuals as a CARE client assistant and a Special Olympics Athlete, has passed away at the age of 26. Born on June 22, 1997, in Longview, Washington, Allen tragically left this world on June 11, 2024, at his home in Kelso, Washington.

Throughout his life, Allen Abell made...

Lora Ladell Venable

Lora Ladell Venable

Jun 8, 2024

Lora Ladell Newman Venable, wife, mother, and friend passed away at the Richard Nau Hospice House in Longview, Washington on Saturday, June 8, 2024. Lora was born on December 27, 1949 in Longview, Washington to Walter G. Newman and Meribe Elaine Hooper Newman, joining her elder brother, Gary. Lora grew up in a home in Kelso on the banks of...

Sybil Maxine Burke

Sybil Maxine Burke

Jun 2, 2024

Sybil Maxine Burke 94 passed away on June 2, 2024.Sybil was a longtime resident of Longview Wa. She is survived by her daughter Cindy Strange, 4 grandchildren, 4 great grandchildren and partner George Gasper. She was preceded in death by her husband Gene Burke and son Ronald Zachary. Sybil passed away peacefully surrounded by family and the caring staff at...

Helen Gray

Helen Gray

May 26, 2024

In loving memory of Helen Gray, who passed away at the age of 72 at her home in Kelso, WA on May 26th, 2024. 

Helen was born in Longview on January 14th, 1952. She was the youngest of six children by Dorothy (Jordan) and Howard Hastings. She attended schools in Kelso and Longview and earned her GED from Lower Columbia College.

Helen...

Donald Richard Boyce

Donald Richard Boyce

May 23, 2024

Donald Richard Boyce, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away on May 23, 2024 in Longview, Washington. He was born on July 6, 1938, in Berkeley, California, to his parents Beryl and Dorothy Boyce.

Donald led a remarkable life filled with dedication and service. After earning a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Alaska where he...

JoAnn Maxine Ostreim

JoAnn Maxine Ostreim

May 19, 2024

Lifelong local resident JoAnn Maxine Ostreim, 77, of Longview passed away May 19, 2024, at St. John Medical Center.

She was born Sept. 25, 1946, in Longview, to Marvel and Helen (David) Austreng, and graduated from R.A. Long High School where she was a member of the school choir. She fell in love with the boy next door, John Ostreim. They...

Joanne Lee Chess

Joanne Lee Chess

May 11, 2024

Joanne Lee (Koprek) Chess of Longview, age 82, passed away in the late evening Saturday, May 11, 2024 at St. John Medical Center, surrounded by loving family, after several years of fighting kidney failure and congestive heart failure. 

Joanne was born December 18, 1941 in St. Cloud, MN to Vernon Max “Sonny” and Doris Pearl (Keeney) Koprek.  She was confirmed in...

Corrine Evelyn Clegg

Corrine Evelyn Clegg

May 9, 2024

Corrine Evelyn Clegg, 82, of Longview passed away May 9, 2024, at St. John Medical Center in Longview.

She was born Feb. 1, 1942, in Portland, Ore., to Robert and Maxine (Sheets) Phillippi, and was a high school graduate.

Corrine married David Clegg in Portland July 25, 1970, and they made their home in Longview, where she worked as a dry cleaner.

She...

Delilah (Dee) Marie Page

Delilah (Dee) Marie Page

May 7, 2024

Delilah(Dee) Marie Page, 71, passed away at Peace Health Hospice House on May 7th 2024.

She was born Jan 4th 1953 in Longview to Isaac Isaacson and Gladys (Fosness) Isaacson. Dee lived her entire life in Longview and accumulated many friends and family within the community. She graduated from R.A.Long High School, received her Associate Degree from Lower Columbia College and...