All Obituaries

Our beautiful daughter Michelle Valyne Mattulat Edgar gained her heavenly wings on April 8, 2024 in Seattle WA. Michelle was born in Hollywood Ca on October 21 1970 to parents  Virginia (Ginger) Gray Gerlach and Herbert Mattulat.  Palle Gerlach is her beloved stepfather. She called him  “Palledog” and she was his “Mushburger.”  Michelle spent her early years in Southern California where she loved going to the beach with her mom and sister Lara...

On March 12th, 2024 Arturo Robles Dorado passed away unexpectedly at the age of 63, in Seattle, WA.  Born on October 21, 1960 in Los Angeles, California to Carmen and Antonio Dorado, he spent most of his life in the Monterey Area.  In 1980, he met the love of his life, Juanita, and together they would go on to have four children. In the fall of 1992, seeking new adventures and opportunity, Arturo and his young family settled in Tacoma, WA. A lover of rock and grunge, he took...

On March 7, 2024, Gerald “Gerry” Allen Slick, 75, passed away in Marysville, Washington. Gerry was  born August 1, 1949 to John and Iris Slick in Tecumseh, Michigan. He grew up there, attended Eastern  Michigan University, and was drafted into the Army. He served in Germany during the Vietnam War,  where he made Sergeant and was head of security at a hospital there. After he was discharged from the  military, he moved back to the United States and worked for...

Jenny Lynn Garcia, née Jacques, passed away on Feb. 29th, 2024, at St. Joseph’s Medical Center in Tacoma WA. She was born on Nov. 18th, 1975, at Holy Family Hospital in Spokane, WA. Jenny lived her whole life in Washington State, mainly in the Tacoma area.  Jenny is survived by her parents Carl Jacques of Spanaway WA and Kathleen Cornelius(David) of Longbranch WA; sisters Vicki Kelley(Curt) of Spanaway  WA, Sandra Reeves(Andrew) of Tacoma WA, and Desirae...

Mark Tucker, a Tacoma native and graduate of Lincoln High School Class of 1974, passed away on February 28, 2024, surrounded by loved ones. He was 68 years old. Born to Roy and Lois Tucker and raised in Tacoma, Mark's adventurous spirit enjoyed the landscapes of Washington State throughout his lifetime. An enthusiastic golfer, boater, water skier, snow skier, camper, fisherman, scuba diver, and hunter, he embraced every opportunity to immerse himself in the outdoors, creating countless...

Mary Marjorie Conklin, née Moak, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on Valentine's morning. Born October 15, 1953, to Clayton and Madge Moak, Marj grew up in Tacoma and graduated from Mt. Tahoma High School where she met her beloved husband Earl.  Marj was a longtime resident of Gig Harbor. She is survived by loving husband of 51 years Earl; their three children Darrin, Brian, and Brieanne; and her cherished grandchildren Blake and Camryn. She is also...

Paul was born in Madison, Wisconsin, on Easter morning, April 11th, 1982, to Pastor Thomas Harry Trapp (born in New Ulm, Minnesota) and Carol Renee (Huffman) Trapp (born in Charles City, Iowa). He was baptized as a child of God on April 18th, 1982, and grew in faith through the ministry of Wisconsin Lutheran Chapel. He was blessed with the opportunity to meet people from across the world through Chapel International Vacation Bible School and Sunday School. He was confirmed in his faith on...

James A. Lee, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and brother passed away peacefully on January 14, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. Born on September 5, 1940, in Tacoma, WA, James was the eldest son of Howard and Bernadette Lee. He is preceded in death by his parents, daughter Angel Lee, grandson Jeremy Jones, brothers William Lee and Kenneth Lee, and sisters-in-law Gayle Lee, Patty Lee and Penny Lane. A dedicated family man, James is survived by his cherished bride of 53 years,...

On January 4, 2024, after seven years of dealing with, and learning from, cancer, Bill Nicholson died at his home surrounded by people he loved. On May 8, 1954, Richard William “Bill” was born to Jack and Elna Nicholson at Tacoma General Hospital and was raised in the north end of Tacoma near Point Defiance Park. He lived out his life working on the Tide Flats and living in the Puget sound area.  He attended Wilson High School where his abilities at wrestling allowed him...

Our precious baby boy earned his heavenly wings on December 6 2023. He was a sweet caring boy.Had no shame in showing his love and affection to anyone he cared for,and would do absolutely anything for them.He was the only son of Tina Guillen and Raul Salazar. He was preceded in Death by his grandpa Raymond Guillen,and his long time girlfriend Maria"Liz"Perez,whom he greatly loved and cared for.   Our baby will be deeply missed by many many friends and family. Thank you...