Obituaries

Jan 14, 2026

Claudia A. (Swope) Rouse, age 85, passed away peacefully on January 14, 2026 at Regency in Wenatchee, Washington. Claudia was born in Bellingham, Washington on February 5, 1940 to parents, Fred and Mabell Swope, along with her twin brother, Clifford Swope.

She married Donald W. Rouse in September, 1956. They had four children; Gary, Jerry, Terry and Debbie.

Claudia lived and worked...

Jan 14, 2026

Darrell Duane Melos, 71, of Lynden, Washington passed away in Bellingham, Washington on Wednesday, January 14, 2026. Darrell was born in Bellingham, WA on May 8, 1954 to parents Oscar and Vera Melos. At Darrell's request there will be no service.

Jan 12, 2026

Rita Marilyn Mallahan passed away on January 12, 2026 in Bellingham with family by her side. Rita was born July 7, 1936 to Swiss immigrant, Martin Steiner and Elizabeth (Dilly) Steiner. She was the third child, with eight other siblings in a very active household in La Conner, WA. Rita went to school in La Conner, WA where she served...

Jan 11, 2026

Jan 2, 2026

Alvin Dwayne Rogers, 91, of Bellingham, WA, passed away on January 2, 2026. Born on January 17,1934 in Bellingham, WA, he was a devoted husband to Karen Kay Rogers (DeZeeuw) for 61 years. Dwayne was a lifetime Whatcom County resident. He served 2 years in the Army following high school. He had a love for horses, specifically, Appaloosa’s and raised...

Dec 29, 2025

Taylor Carl Kutschbach, was born on July 1, 1985, in Bellingham, Washington and passed away Monday, December 29, 2025, in Arlington, Washington at the age of 40. He was the beloved son of Martin and Julie Kutschbach. He is survived by his son Carson Patrick Kutschbach (11), Carson’s mother Stacia Kutschbach, his sister Merrit King (Tyler), uncles, aunts, nephews, niece,...

Dec 26, 2025

Robert D. Clark passed away peacefully in his home on Friday, December 26, 2026, at the age of 91. Throughout his long and eventful life, Robert touched the hearts of many by sharing stories about his diverse experiences with anyone willing to listen.

He was born on December 16, 1934, in Coulee Dam, Washington, Robert was the son of Vilas Clark...

Dec 19, 2025

Retired Sergeant First Class, U.S. Army, Jackie E. Peter of Bellingham, WA, died peacefully on the night of Friday, December 19, 2025, at Hospice House in Bellingham, WA. He was born in Bellingham, WA on June 28, 1938 to Lloyd August Peter (1912 - 1997) originally from Wilder, Minnesota, and Celia Irene Pierce (1920 – 1991) originally from Harlowton, Montana....

Dec 17, 2025

Charles “Chuck” Allen Hamstreet, 73, of Bellingham, Washington, passed away peacefully December 17, 2025 with his daughters and best friend by his side. Born in Bellingham, Chuck spent his life rooted in the community he loved. Chuck was born January 11, 1952 to James and Margaret (Upton) Hamstreet.

Chuck was the owner and operator of Northwest Licensing and the founder of...

Dec 11, 2025

DeMaris J. Cole, age 73, of Bellingham went to be with her Lord and Savior, Thursday, Dec. 11, 2025, in Bellingham at the Whatcom Hospice House. She was born May 11, 1952 in Vancouver, Washington to parents James and Frances (Scholtaubers) Myles. DeMaris graduated from Fort Vancouver High School with the Class of 1970 in Vancouver, Washington. She went on...

Dec 6, 2025

Budd Askew, age 67, passed away Saturday, December 6, 2025, from complications of aortic stenosis. Budd was born on May 21, 1958 in Seattle, WA to parents Edson (Bud) and Beverly Askew. He grew up in Kenmore, Washington, the fourth of five children, and attended Kenmore Elementary, Kenmore Junior High, Inglemoor High School and Edmonds Community College.

Budd had a love...

Dec 4, 2025

Lois Maurie ‘Bevan’ Ellis was born the daughter of Floyd and Grace ‘Gregg’ Bevan on October 3, 1921, in Hugoton, Kansas. She went to be with the Lord on December 4, 2025, in Bellingham, Washington. Surviving are son Keith and wife Elizabeth of Sully, Iowa; son-in-law Floyd Kintzel and wife Paula of Ganfield, Arkansas; daughters, Eva Headrick and husband Dennis...

Dec 1, 2025

Rob was called to be in the arms of the Lord unexpectedly, on December 1, 2025. He leaves behind his parents; Rafael and Sheelah, his sister Angela and niece.

Rob was a true friend, he alway lent a helping hand to anyone who needed it. Rob never judged and accepted people for who they were. He was always kind to those...

Nov 22, 2025

Ruth A. (Nicolaas) Brown, age 61, of Birch Bay, WA, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday November 22, 2025.

Ruth was born in Bellingham, WA on April 10, 1964 to Elmer and Betty Nicolaas. She attended Roeder Elementary before moving with her family to Ferndale.

Ruth grew up with her five siblings on the Axton Road in Ferndale, and then moved...

Nov 19, 2025

Gary W. St. Pierre, age 76, of Bellingham, WA, passed away at his home in Bellingham on Wednesday, Nov. 19, 2025. He was born Sept. 16, 1949 in Bellingham to parents Camille “Ted” and Lavada (Henroid) St. Pierre. Gary graduated High School in 1967 at Central R-3 High School in Park Hills, Missouri. After high school Gary enlisted in and...

Nov 16, 2025

Shirley “Sheri” (Johnson) Abt, 93, of Bellingham, WA, peacefully passed away on November 16, 2025.

Sheri was born in New Hampton, IA on February 17, 1932 to Ole Andrew and Sophia (Ronnei) Johnson. She earned a nursing degree, but eventually moved to the East Coast. While doing secretarial work, Sheri met Ed (Edgar) Abt – it was love at first sight,...

Nov 11, 2025

Clyde Allen Shetler, age 82, of Acme passed away Tuesday, November 11, 2025. Clyde was born to William Joseph and Verlie (Stevens) Shetler on March 3, 1943, in Bellingham, Washington.

Clyde grew up on his family’s farm on Smith Road and graduated from Merdian High School. At the age of 10, he purchased his first Jersey Heifer, and at age 21,...

Oct 29, 2025

Harry Thomas (Henry) Murray, age 91, of Bellingham, Washington, passed away on October 28, 2025. He was born on May 7, 1934, in Port Angeles, Washington, to Stella and Henry Murray.

Henry began his education at Queen of Angels primary school and later attended Roosevelt High School. In 1952, at the age of 17, he left school to join the U.S....

Oct 27, 2025

Mary Ann Acker, age 94, of Lynden passed away in Bellingham on Monday October 27, 2025. She was born on August 24, 1931 in St. Louis, Missouri to parents Robert D. and Willa F. (Carter) Higgins. Mary and her husband, Paul, moved from California to Lynden in 2005 to be nearer to family. Mary was a piano teacher for over...

Oct 26, 2025

Joan Marie Donaldson, age 71, passed away peacefully on October 26, 2025, at Whatcom Hospice House. Joan was born in Bellingham, WA on September 26, 1954 to parents Harold and Laura White. Her parents took great pride in her achievements and imparted a wide range of skills to her throughout the years. She dedicated herself wholeheartedly to her three children...