All Obituaries

Our beloved son, “TJ” Taylor Jay Spicer, unexpectedly passed away on May 21, 2023, at the age of 27. He is survived by those who loved him most including his mother, Wendy, father, Jeff, and brother, Tyler.  Those who knew TJ knew of his humorous personality and his love for Family & Friends. He enjoyed riding motorcycles, swimming, Family vacations, and had a passion for working on anything mechanical. TJ will be deeply missed by all who knew him, and we...

“There goes my hero / watch him as he goes…”  William "Bill" Bradley Beecher of Tacoma, WA took the Stairway to Heaven on April 16, 2023. He left this world suddenly due to a coronary event, in the company of close friends. Bill was born in San Francisco, CA on February 4, 1964 and grew up in San Jose, CA, where he was adopted by his parents, Don and Joan Beecher as a baby. He attended Santa Teresa High School in San Jose, and enjoyed playing on the soccer...

Celebration of Life Instructions Look for Picnic Shelter and please dress for the weather. If you don't have a park pass, please let them know you are attending Kit's services.  The family is trying to make arrangements to cover the entry fee.  There will be some opportunity for sharing memories of Kit. No flowers please.  Hug your family and tell them you love them.        

Faith Anne Smith, 74, passed away Sunday, April 2nd, 2023 due to complications from a long-term illness. Faith was born May 3,1948 in Walla Walla, Washington to MaryLouise Emma (Shaffer) Smith and Frank Therman Smith Sr. Faith’s family settled in Olympia Washington in 1955.  She attended Yelm & North Thurston school districts and graduated from North Thurston High School in 1967.  Faith trained as a nurse’s aide and was employed at Panorama City for several years...

Elizabeth Christine Strandberg was born on July 3, 1937, to parents Herbert and Eugenie (Zabell) Strandberg in Seattle, Washington. Her father was the first employee of Seattle City Light and her mother a former elementary school teacher. Lizzie’s earliest years were spent in Ballard until her parents bought a home in the Magnolia neighborhood of Seattle during World War II. She graduated from Queen Anne High School in 1955. Lizzie’s love of music began when she found a violin...

February 28, 1961-he fell asleep on March 28, 2023 Dean was born in Ephrata to Larry Dean Bach Sr and Judith Ann (Adams)Bach, he had three siblings, Lori Robinson (Ricky Robinson), Lisa Bach, and Linda Bach (Robert Philips). Dean also had three step brothers, Michael, Paul and Peter Langilier. Dean went to Sehome HS in Bellingham, and was employed in the Energy Business for many years in Louisiana. Dean had two sons, Curtis Williamson and Justin Schmidt,  and three grand children,...

Gavin was a man’s man. He was loud and full of life. He was fiercely loyal to those he cared about. He loved and took the best care of his family. He loved music, weather, sunshine, boating and nice restaurants. He was FUN. He is survived by his wife of 22 years Nichole Intemann, their daughter, Lily Lu Norquist, 19. Other family includes his sister Tamara Norquist Lemmon, her husband Bart Lemmon and their 3 children, Gunnar, Anthony and Danielle Lemmon. He will be so missed. He...

Cynthia Griffin, 62, of Yelm passed away suddenly on February 21, 2023. She was born on June 17,1961 to Anita and Charlie Griffin and was one of five siblings.  Cindy, a cherished mother, sister and friend was preceded in death by both parents and two of her siblings; Charlene and Mikey. She is survived by her children Justin, Dillon and Becca and four grandchildren who she loved dearly. She is also survived by her long time partner,  Scott. Cindy will forever be remembered for...

Gregory M Smith was born in Kellogg, Idaho on September 9, 1952.   He died on February 9, 2023, in federal Way, WA of lung cancer.   His brother-in-law, Larri Schroeder, led him to the Lord the week before he died, so we look forward to seeing him again. Greg asked to die at home with his son, Roger, and his mother, and so his son made that happen.  He is survived by his mother, Donna Smith; his brother, Benny Smith; his sister, Gail Schroeder; and his three children, Roger...

The Mind is the Key. The Heart is the Door. The Soul is the Corridor. The Universe is the Destination. Chad Frederick Hagedorn died on February 2, 2023, at age 50. A resident of Tacoma, Washington, the loss of his personality, presence, and talents leaves a deep hole in the worlds of all who knew him. Chad was an accomplished swimmer, visual artist, musician, and coach. As founder of the Bernardo’s All Stars U.S. Masters swim team, Chad loved encouraging swimmers of all ages and...