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Leslie John Emry, 78 of La Conner, passed away on Oct 18, 2024. Les was born in Bellingham on Sept. 10, 1946, to Rip and Phyllis Emry. At the age of 3, the family moved to the Olympia area. Les attended North Thurston Public Schools, graduating in 1963. After graduation Les served in the National Guard. After military service, Les worked in the Olympia area and played slow pitch for the Armstrong Home League, making many friends, before moving to La Conner. While living in La Conner, Les worked...
The family of Eugene “Gene” Marble will hold a celebration of life for the longtime La Conner resident at 1 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 5 at Christianson’s Vinery on Best Road....
Antonio “Tony” Ruiz passed away on Dec. 3, 2024. Rosary services will be held at 6 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 12, at Kern Funeral Home. Funeral Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, Dec. 27, at Immaculate Conception Church, followed by Committal Service at Pleasant Ridge Cemetery. You may share memories of Tony and view his full obituary at www.kernfuneralhome.com....
Eugene "Gene" R. Marble, 85, of La Conner, passed away peacefully on Sunday, Nov. 3, 2024. Gene was born on May 19, 1939, in Tacoma, to Bud and Sara Marble. At the age of 7, his family relocated to Friday Harbor, where he spent his childhood and graduated from Friday Harbor High School in 1957. He pursued higher education at Gonzaga University and Central Washington University, earning a bachelor's degree in education. During his time at CWU, Gene met and married Joan Hanlon. The couple moved...
Bonita Kay Baker, affectionately known as Bonnie, passed away at 63 on Nov. 17, 2024, at Skagit Valley Hospital in Mount Vernon. Born on April 21, 1961, in Boston, Mass., to Newton D. and Diane Lee Baker, she spent her formative years in Cincinnati, Ohio, where she developed a fondness for Skyline Chili and Graeter's ice cream. Bonnie's adventurous spirit shone through her love for cycling, which saw her take a three-week break from her busy schedule to ride across the United States. Her passion...
Douglas James Avery, 75, a lifelong resident of Skagit Valley, passed away with his loving family by his side on Monday, Sept. 30, 2024. He was born on Aug. 4, 1949, in Anacortes to Warren and Lucille (Whitney) Avery. Doug spent the summers working in agriculture and graduated from La Conner High School in 1967. After graduation he worked on tugboats, then at Nelson Lumber until he began his building career, eventually retiring after 25 years of owning Avery Builders. Doug played any and all...
It is with heavy hearts that we share that, on Thursday, Aug. 1, 2024, Douglas Shannon "Doug" Snider passed away at the age of 79 while boating with his wife. Doug was born on Oct. 27, 1944, in Colorado Springs, Colo., to John and Elsie Snider. The family moved to Medford, Ore., a year later. After graduating from Saint Mary's School, he attended the University of Notre Dame where he received a degree in architecture. Shortly afterwards, he entered the Navy where he spent the next four years. Du...
Elaine Stewart, longtime resident of Skagit County, passed away July 31 with family by her side, leaving behind a legacy of service, dedication and love. Following the untimely death of her mother, Elaine lived with the Diehl family, graduating Bellingham High School, class of 1949. After graduation, she went to visit the Stewart family on Decatur Island. It was there she met her husband, Robert Alan Stewart. They married in 1949, living for a time on the historic property before moving to Anacortes. Elaine worked as a meat wrapper, retiring...
A celebration of life will be held for Mike Chevalier from 2 to 5 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 14, at the Shelter Bay clubhouse. Soft liquor will be served and Santo Coyote will cater a taco bar. Please come and share a favorite story about Mike....
A celebration of life will be held for Mike Chevalier from 2 to 5 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 14, at the Shelter Bay clubhouse. Soft liquor will be served and Santo Coyote will cater a taco bar. Please come and share a favorite story about Mike....
Theodore Frank Schnase passed away with family by his side on Aug. 1, 2024. Ted was born on March 8, 1937, to Alice (Twaddle) and Theodore Schnase in Port Angeles. The family owned the Sunrise Bakery and Ted worked there alongside his parents. He spent as much of his early years as he could beside the Elwha River and had many fond memories of picnicking, hiking, swimming, fishing and exploring throughout the wilderness of the Olympic Mountains. Ted graduated from Port Angeles High School in...
Cynthia Lee Lundquist (née Currie), aged 64, passed away on July 4, 2024, in Everett, Washington. Born on May 6, 1960, in Seattle, Washington to John and Patricia Currie. Cindy attended Shorewood High School. Cindy lived most of her adult life in La Conner where she worked for Pacific Mariner. Cindy later moved to Orcas Island with her adoring husband, Loren Lundquist. Cindy enjoyed working at The Exchange, where she got to know most of the Island's residents, along with her favorite...
Sue Ann Winn, a longtime resident of La Conner, passed away on July 8, 2024, in Mount Vernon at the age of 74. Sue was born in Coupeville on Oct. 8, 1949, to parents "Deb" and Betty Ann Everett. She was raised in Oak Harbor and graduated from Oak Harbor High School in 1967. She was always very social and loved being with her friends. Sue loved the water growing up and spent summers lifeguarding at the local pool. After graduating, she pursued many adventures in and around Seattle before...
There will be a Celebration of Life for Holly Gwinn Graham Saturday July 20, 2-5 p.m. at The Evergreen State College House of Welcome Long House, 2800 Dogtooth Lane NW, Olympia, WA 98505. No reservations are required. Holly Gwinn Graham, Feb. 18, 1946-Feb. 4, 2024, was a singer, songwriter, actor, director, writer, artist, teacher, activist, mother and grandmother....
Lynda Murphy O'Brien, born June 3, 1944, peacefully entered into eternal rest June 12, 2024, surrounded by her beloved family at their Edmonds home. Lynda was a cherished wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, sister-in-law and friend. Lynda will be especially remembered for her kind, caring and soft-spoken manner and for her unlimited devotion to family and friends. She loved family gatherings and celebrated each and every holiday, birthday and special occasion. Lynda was a devoted Camp Fire...
Diana passed away peacefully at her home in La Conner. She was born to Les and Lola Blume on Nov. 28, 1942, in Seattle, Washington. She was the oldest of six children and her early years were spent in Baudette, Minnesota, and Rapid City, South Dakota. She excelled in her studies, both in high school and at Seattle Pacific University, where she earned a BA in English literature and an MA in special education. Peter Norman Caple became her husband on Feb. 21, 1963. Diana's educational career i...
Michael Robert (Mike) Chevalier passed away early June 11 at his home outside La Conner at the age of 74. He had been ill for a few months when his generous heart failed him. Mike was born and raised in Bellingham and spent the last 50-plus years of his life in La Conner. In the 1970s and early 1980s he was a co-owner of the infamous 1890's Tavern. Mike was extremely proud of his time in the U.S. Naval Submarine Service from 1968-1972. He served during the Vietnam conflict in Southeast Asia...
Clark Scarboro Nov. 4, 1932-May 10, 2024 Clark Scarboro loved boats and boating from an early age. He became a highly respected boat designer and engineer. In the late 80s, he retired from Bayliner Marine, where he designed the popular 3288 model. The Scarboros moved to Shelter Bay in 1999. They loved living among and cruising with other boaters. Clark became the Commodore of the Yacht Club in 2004. Over subsequent years, he served the community as a member of the Building and Harbor committees....
Gerald Robbins Gerald Robbins passed away peacefully at his home on April 2, 2024. A fifth-generation Skagitonian, he was raised in La Conner and graduated from La Conner High School, where he achieved state championships in multiple sports. He was the drummer for the Esquires, Skagit Valley's pioneering rock and roll band and played throughout his life. In addition to his musical pursuits, Gerry worked for Dunlap Towing and attended Skagit Valley College. He was a car and motorcycle enthusiast,...
Patti Dynes, 83, born Patricia Reinhert, left her beloved family and partner on March 23, 2024, peacefully at home on Pull and Be Damned Road. A local girl, she was born on June 15, 1940, and raised near Burlington-Edison High school – a park where her home used to be. She graduated in 1958 from Burlington-Edison High School. Patti moved and has lived in La Conner so long, her library card number was in the middle teens. She and her good friend, Patty Person, two dynamic women en...
Jennifer S. Joanen, aged 68, of La Conner, gracefully departed this life on Saturday, February 17, 2024. Born on June 8, 1955, in Lakewood, Colo., to the loving embrace of George and Dorothy Juras. Jennifer had a lively spirit and loved life. She enjoyed traveling and exploring new places, experimenting with culinary creations. She was always trying out new recipes and collecting cookbooks and sharing them with loved ones. Jennifer loved to care for those she loved, and her home was a welcoming...
Barbara A. Hammer 1944-2024 Shelter Bay/La Conner resident Barbara Ann Hammer died peacefully at age 79 on Tuesday, March 12, at Rosario Assisted Living in Anacortes. Barbara was born to Billy Stanford and Anna Lorene Boehm on June 15, 1944, and grew up in Southern California. She was preceded in death by her sister and brother. In 1978, Barbara married Karl C. Hammer, who passed away in August 2015. They moved to Washington 29 years ago from California, where Barbara worked in the airline...
Lewis (Louie) John Hill Jr., 80, of Mount Vernon, passed away in his home surrounded by family on March 7, 2024. Survived by his wife of 51 years, Laura Hill, son Wayne (Nina) and their daughters, Allison and Mac and son John (Tammy) and their daughters, Jasmin and Sabrina. A graveside service will be held at Pleasant Ridge Cemetery at 11 a.m. Saturday, April 13, followed by a potluck Celebration of Life at the Swinomish Yacht Club in La Conner. Special thank yous to Dr. Anisa Pea and to Hospice of the Northwest for their kind and caring...
Phyllis Fiege, mother of Gale Fiege of Pleasant Ridge, and grandmother of Jesse Mann and Emilie (Mann) Snitily, died Feb. 26 at Skagit Valley Hospital. A longtime Snohomish County resident, Phyllis had lived with Gale and son-in-law Jon Bauer for nearly four years. A local memorial gathering is planned for Sept. 14, which would have been Phyllis’ 100th birthday. A full obituary is online at www.kernfuneralhome.com under obituaries....
