Obituaries

Jul 16, 2018

Although we lost our Mother and good friend, Linda, on July 16th – we find comfort in celebrating and paying tribute to her warm heart and joy filled life.   Born, Linda Ruth DeMerice in Whatcom County  on September 27, 1941, Linda was also spent time in her younger years in White Salmon, WA.   

Upon returning to Whatcom County she graduated...

Jul 16, 2018

The WORLD’S BEST FATHER/GRANDFATHER went to be with the Lord on July 16, 2018.  Allister Hansen, was a proud U S Merchant Marine and U S Marine and served during WWII.  After his service Al became a teacher and taught Special Education at Whatcom Middle School, Bellingham High School, and Sehome High School for over 30 years.

He was preceded...

Jul 15, 2018

James L. Hawley, 82, passed away in his home on July 15, 2018 after a long illness.

Jim was born on June 15, 1936 in Iowa City, Iowa to Harold and Martha Hawley. He lived in Iowa until the family moved to Stockton, California; then Shelton, Washington in 1945. Jim attended school in Shelton until the family moved to Bellingham, Washington...

Jul 10, 2018

John Joseph Bernett, age 55, of Lynden passed away Tuesday, July 10, 2018 in Bellingham.  He was born September 25, 1962 Seattle, Washington to parents Harold and Margaret Theresa (Helfert) Bernett. John graduated from Shoreline High School and served four years in the United States Marine Corps. He worked as a heavy equipment operator for many years. John loved to...

Jul 5, 2018

Ruth Scheffler was born on May 21, 1930, in Sembach, Germany, as the second of five children born to Hugo and Susanne Scheffler.  Her father, a Mennonite pastor, and her mother, an accomplished homemaker, were able to create a warm, loving family environment in which Ruth, her three sisters and her younger brother flourished.  Though Ruth was more introverted than...

Jul 3, 2018

Daniel Nilsen, age 74, was born October 1, 1943 to parents Lauritz and Anna Aseena (Anderson) Nilsen. Daniel went home to be with his Lord and savior Jesus Tuesday, July 3, 2018. All throughout his life Daniel was busy, passionate and could light up any room with his infectious smile and laugh. Whether you knew him only a minute or...

Jul 2, 2018

Willetta “Billie” Rae (Thomas) Hiblar, 87, of Bellingham, passed away peacefully on July 2, 2018. Billie, as she was known by family and friends was born November 17, 1930, in Bellingham WA to Horace and LaVerne (Willett) Thomas. She spent her childhood in Whatcom County and attended school in both Lynden and Bellingham. She spent the majority of her adult life in...

Jun 28, 2018

Charlotte Brand, after waging an extended battle with cancer, passed away peacefully in the comfort of her home on the morning of June 28, 2018.

Charlotte was born December 10, 1942, to Reinard and Barbara Jansen, and resided in Bellingham. A highlight from her childhood were family trips to her grandparents’ farm, a rite of passage enjoyed years later by...

Jun 27, 2018

Elizabeth “Liz” Marie Costello, age 64, passed away in Bellingham, Wednesday, June 27, 2018 after a long battle with cancer.  She was born and raised in Milford, Connecticut. She spent almost 20 years working in the healthcare field and was loved by both patients and colleagues.

Liz is survived by her daughter Christina Klee, her son-in-law Mark, and grandson Orion. ...

Jun 24, 2018

Marcus Anthony Figueroa, age 21, passed away unexpectedly Sunday June  24, 2018.  He was born on November 7, 1996 in Bellingham, WA.  He attended school in Deming, graduating from Mt. Baker High School.    Marcus was athletic, playing baseball, football, wrestling and basketball in his youth.  He was an avid sports fan.  Marcus enjoyed camping trips with family and friends.  He...

Jun 23, 2018

"Tim" Powell was born in Hollywood, California on April 25, 1937.  Born 2 1/2 months premature, his parents dubbed him "Tiny Tim", and the name stuck for life.  His parents were Roland Dunbar Powell, and Florence Medcraft Powell.  He had one sibling, Yvonne Powell Dunbar, 8 years his junior.

Tim's father was a successful general contractor and land developer in...

Jun 23, 2018

Dorothy Rhoda Braithwaite, age 54, formerly of Ferndale passed away at her home in Little Rock, Arkansas Saturday, June 23, 2018.  Dori had a tender heart and loved helping others as well as rescuing and caring for animals.  She is survived by her brothers David (Tanya) and Dan, her sister Debbie Anderson (Johnny) and five nieces and nephews.  She will...

Jun 21, 2018

Sue went to be at home with her Lord Jesus on June 21st surrounded by her loved ones, she was 58 years old. Sue was born in Long Beach Ca she moved to Washington in her teens. Shortly after high school she met the love of her life Daryl and just three years later there precious daughter was born. Sue...

Jun 17, 2018

Phillip Henry Jones M.D., age 89, passed away peacefully at on Father’s Day, Sunday June 17, 2018, just four days short of his 65th wedding anniversary.  Born January 2, 1929 to Howard and Evelyn (Mills) Jones in Lexington, Nebraska, Phil grew up in Central City, Nebraska.  During his early years, Phil was very athletic and loved hunting with his brothers....

Jun 10, 2018

Benjamin James den Hartog, age 30, was born September 19, 1987 in Bellingham, WA. He grew up on a dairy farm in Sumas and as a kid loved all things tractor related. His favorite thing was riding in the “backwards tractors” during corn harvest. Ben graduated from Lynden Christian in 2006 and went on to graduate from Seattle Pacific University...

Jun 9, 2018

Grace Luxon, 77, of Lynden was taken to her heavenly home on June 9, 2018 while surrounded by the love of her family. Grace was a lady of great faith, facing her last days with peace and confidence.

 Born Benora Helen Grace Manary in Foam Lake, Saskatchewan on February 5, 1941, to Robert and Benora Manary, Grace grew up in...

Jun 7, 2018

Iola Jean (Slack) Boyer, age 94, of Ferndale passed away Thursday, June 7, 2018 in Lynden. Iola was born on September 26, 1923 in Edmonton, Alberta Canada to parents James and Hallie Evelyn (Hartman) Slack. Iola attended Multnomah School of the Bible in Portland, Oregon and graduated June 2, 1950. She also received a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from...

Jun 7, 2018

Jun 6, 2018

Mary Louise Braun, age 71, of Everson passed away Wednesday, June 6, 2018 at the Whatcom Hospice House in Bellingham with family at her side. She was born May 25, 1947 in Vancouver, British Columbia to parents Robert George and Flora Letitia (Hogg) Rough. Mary graduated from Lynden High School with the Class of 1966 and lived the rest of...

Jun 2, 2018

Wendy Lee MacDonald Elrod was born August 24, 1946, Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, Canada to Elmer and Nita MacDonald.  She passed away Saturday, June 2, 2018 in Bellingham, WA. at PeaceHealth St. Joseph Medical Center.

Wendy and her mother moved to Fort Lauderdale, Florida in 1958 where she went to Sunrise Jr. High and Fort Lauderdale High School graduating in...