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Marina Mosher

Marina Mosher

Mar 4, 2024

Marina Mosher passed away peacefully on Monday, March 4, 2024 at the age of 94.  Marina was born in West Palm Beach, Florida, on August 12, 1929 to Nicholas and Petroulia Morros, first-generation Greek immigrants. She and her two brothers were orphaned at an early age and spent their childhood in foster care.

On May 16, 1950 she married Philip “Bruce”...

Harold Olason

Harold Olason

Feb 29, 2024

Harold Olason, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather passed into the arms of Jesus on Thursday, February 29, 2024, after a brief illness.

Harold was born in Akra, North Dakota to Skapti and Elin (Magnusson) Olason, the seventh of nine children. He spent his first fourteen years living on the homestead his Icelandic grandparents settled in 1881. He attended the local...

Robert B Upper

Robert B Upper

Feb 28, 2024

A beloved father, grandfather, son, brother and friend passed away peacefully with family by his side on February 28th in Bellingham. Robert was born to Stanley and Mary Frances Upper on December 28th 1941 and was raised alongside his siblings in Whatcom County. Robert graduated from Meridian High School in 1959, and after graduation he enlisted in the Navy, where...

Gary Eugene Huffman

Gary Eugene Huffman

Feb 26, 2024

Gary E. Huffman, passed away peacefully on February 26, 2024 at the age of 77 in Bellingham, WA, with his wife Roberta D. Huffman and son Benjamin D. Huffman by his side. Gary leaves behind a legacy marked by dedication, service, and love for his family and friends.

Born in Montgomery, Alabama, Gary was a proud graduate of Mount Tahoma High...

Stephen Roy Dodd

Stephen Roy Dodd

Feb 18, 2024

Stephan Roy Dodd, age 84, of Ferndale after a lengthy and courageous battle with cancer, Steve passed peacefully from this world. He is survived by his wife Linda, son Greg, Brother Phil (Carroll), sister Susan and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and many close friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, Wallace and Julia Dodd, his son Michael James,...

Theresa "Terrie" Estelle (Robinson) Griffin

Theresa "Terrie" Estelle (Robinson) Griffin

Feb 15, 2024

Theresa "Terrie" Estelle (Robinson) Griffin, age 78, of Lynden, passed away peacefully surrounded by family in Bellingham, Washington on February 15, 2024, joining her parents George and Florence (Granger) Robinson and beloved sister Cecelia Page in eternal rest. Born on December 27, 1945 in Boothbay Harbor, Maine, Theresa cultivated a passion for singing amid her family’s rich maritime heritage. Her...

Sherman Ousdale

Sherman Ousdale

Feb 8, 2024

Sherman Ousdale (Curley), age 93, of Bellingham passed away peacefully at home Thursday, February 8, 2024 with his daughter by his side. He was born October 30, 1930 in Bellingham to his parents Sigurd & Alice (Espetvert) Ousdale who emigrated from Norway in the early 1900s in search of a better life. They homesteaded in Whatcom County where they raised...

Edna Rae Hurlbert

Edna Rae Hurlbert

Feb 6, 2024

Edna Rae Hurlbert, age 84, a lifetime resident of Bellingham, passed away Tuesday, Feb 6, 2024 at the Whatcom Hospice House after a brief illness.

 

Edna was born Aug. 20, 1939 to Edward and Ruby (Riddle) Bloomgren. She grew up in the same neighborhood she lived in until her passing.  

 

She graduated from Bellingham High, and soon thereafter married Ronald Hurlbert....

Darlene Marie Amsler

Darlene Marie Amsler

Feb 1, 2024

Darlene M. Amsler, age 89, of Lynden passed away at her home surrounded by her family Thursday, Feb. 1, 2024. She was born Aug. 7, 1934 in Ferndale, WA to parents Oscar E. and Mildred M. (Prevoft) Olson. She grew up on a small Dairy and Egg Farm off the Olson Road in Ferndale. She married her high school sweetheart...

Hans Vander Veen, III

Hans Vander Veen, III

Feb 1, 2024

Hans Vander Veen III went home to be with his loving Savior on February 1, 2024 at the age of 78 years. Hans was born on September 11, 1945 to Hans Jr and Wilma (Sybesma) Vander Veen in Artesia, CA. His family moved to Sumas, Washington in 1949. He attended Sumas Christian Grade School, Nooksack Valley High School and Bellingham...

Dale R. Rockey

Dale R. Rockey

Jan 30, 2024

Dale Robert Rockey was born on January 5, 1930 and passed away peacefully due to complications from a stroke on January 30th, 2024, just weeks after his 94th birthday.

 

He was the middle of three children, with an older brother, Fred, and a younger sister, Helen. His parents were Fred D. Rockey and Nell (Bromley) Rockey of Lynden, Washington.

 

Dale grew up...

Leah Jean Courchane

Leah Jean Courchane

Jan 28, 2024

With humble acceptance of God’s will, we announce the passing of Leah Jean

 Courchane on January 28, 2024 in Bellingham, Washington due to extended health 

complications.



Leah was born to Lori and Dick Courchane on November 30, 1980 in Bellingham,

Washington. She was proud to grow up in Custer and she attended Ferndale High School. 

Leah was preceded in death by her father and her...

Henry (Hank) Butenschoen

Henry (Hank) Butenschoen

Jan 26, 2024

Henry (Hank) Butenschoen, of Bellingham, passed away peacefully at home Friday, January 26, 2024, at the age of 96.

He was preceded in death by his parents, George and Sophia Butenschoen, his sons Randy and Greg Butenschoen, his brothers, Oscar, George, Bob, LeRoy, Chuck, his sister Alma Dockter, his great- granddaughter, Scarlett, and great-great-granddaughter, Ruth.   

Henry Clyde Butenschoen was born on...

Sharon L. Larson

Sharon L. Larson

Jan 25, 2024

 A graveside service for Sharon L. Larson, who died Jan. 25 at age 85, will be 2 p.m. Friday, Feb. 23 at Gre­enacres Memorial Park. Born in Casper, Wy. to Tom E. and Marjorie L. Day, Sharon came to Lyn­den while very young. The family moved to Bellingham where she attended Roos­evelt Elementary, Whatcom Middle, and Bellingham High schools, graduating...

Dolores Mildred Forthun

Dolores Mildred Forthun

Jan 24, 2024

Dolores Mildred Forthun, 93, passed away peacefully into the arms of her Lord on Wed. Jan. 24, 2024.  Dolores was born on June 15, 1930 in Bellingham, WA to Russell and Ora (Hallett) Scott.  She had 5 siblings.  In 1949, Dolores married Joseph A. Holtrop and they had five boys.  In 1966, she married Paul H. Forthun and they had...

Daniel Anthony Bunger

Daniel Anthony Bunger

Jan 22, 2024

Daniel truly touched the hearts of everyone he came across in so many ways. He had the most infectious smile, and a laugh that could brighten even the worst of days. When you thought of Danny, you almost always imagined him with his tablet. He loved listening to music, full volume of course. His favorites were Romeo Santos, Power Rangers...

Cheryl Renae Geleynse

Cheryl Renae Geleynse

Jan 22, 2024

Cheryl Renae Geleynse was born on August 3, 1963, in Bellingham, WA to Chris and Louise (Honcoop) Geleynse.  She grew up in the Everson, WA area and attended Lynden Christian Schools-graduating in 1981.  Cheryl enrolled in nursing classes at Bellingham Technical College and became a Certified Nursing Assistant.  She served at the Christian Healthcare Center in Lynden, WA, then at...

Kay Lorraine Porter

Kay Lorraine Porter

Jan 10, 2024

Kay Lorraine Porter, of Bellingham, passed away on January 10th, 2024, after a short illness. Born on December 3rd, 1941, in Seattle, Washington, Kay will be remembered as a remarkable woman who dedicated her life to making the world a better place. 

She was the Queen; she had strong opinions and voiced them without hesitation. Kay was a feminist before it...

Troy Gerrit Vander Giessen

Troy Gerrit Vander Giessen

Jan 5, 2024

Troy Vander Giessen age 40, from Lynden, Washinton. Sadly, left us on Friday January 5th at 5:05 am. Troy had a huge heart and a terrific sense of humor. Kind and loving he always had a warm hug for everyone. Troy loved to fish, play the guitar/sing, spend time with family and friends, and make music (look up Troy Vander...

Robert Elmer Streubel

Robert Elmer Streubel

Jan 4, 2024

Robert Elmer Streubel, known affectionately as Bob, passed away on January 4, 2024, at the age of 73. He was born on January 31, 1950, in Bellingham Washington, to his late parents Elmer and Ollie StreubeI.

Bob was a loving husband, dedicated father and devoted Grampy. He leaves behind his beloved wife Patty Streubel, who stood by his side through...

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