Sep 18, 2024

Patrick Lloyd Chase: what a wonderful man, what a gift to all who knew him.

He loved. He loved and adored his wife and two children and two grandchildren. He loved his brothers and sisters, his extended family, his in-laws. He loved and cherished his friends and his neighbors. He loved coffee and he loved food. He...

Sep 15, 2024

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Sep 12, 2024

We are saddened to announce the passing of our dear husband, father and Opa, Wayne Clairmont on September 12, 2024.

Wayne was born and raised in Spokane. He is survived by his wife of 41 years, Teresa, the love of his life, his daughter Lindsay (Ross) Hill, and his granddaughters, Mia and Aly. His love for his...

Sep 11, 2024

John Edward Byrne, 90, of Spokane, Washington passed away on September 11th after a long and fulfilling life.

John was born February 11, 1934, in Johnstown, Co. Wicklow, Ireland to John and Rose Byrne. He was the second of 10 children. John graduated from the National University of Ireland in 1958 and shortly after emigrated to accept...

Sep 9, 2024

Scott Michael Harrison, 41, of Medical Lake, WA, passed away unexpectedly on September 9, 2024. He was born on March 3, 1983, in Spokane, WA. Scott is survived by his two children, Maddison Hebert and Jess Harrison; his parents, Randy and Bobbie Harrison; his sister, Cari Roderick (Sam); his brother, Matt Harrison; his long-time girlfriend, Ali Fino; two nephews,...

Sep 9, 2024

Ronald Richard Pantzar, also fondly known as Butch, born on 6th December 1939, passed away peacefully at home on 9th September 2024. Ron was born in Spokane, WA to Walter Pantzar and Eva Sanford the eldest of three children.

Ron served in the U.S. Army Reserve, worked for Glaser Brothers, and obtained his Real Estate license before...

Sep 6, 2024

Luis Humberto del Real, a longtime resident of Spokane, WA passed away peacefully on Sept 6, 2024 after a short battle with ALS.

Luis was born on Dec 2, 1954 in the mountains of Central Mexico. His family later moved to Guadalajara Mexico. In 1983 Luis, his then wife and three children (Eric, Justin & Jason) moved...

Sep 5, 2024

Gary Arnold Solberg aged 84 passed away on Sept. 5th, 2024. He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather who will be deeply missed by all who knew him.

Gary was born on Oct. 9, 1939 in Sandpoint, ID He graduated from Lewis & Clark high school.  He then joined the United States Army and...

Sep 5, 2024

Our wonderful and loving father, Dailord M. LaCombe, a long time Spokane resident passed away at the age of 101 on September 5, 2024. Dad was born on May 30, 1923, Memorial Day, in Crookston, MN and grew up in the village of Mentor, MN where, to his delight, they always held a parade and other festivities...

Sep 2, 2024

KILLIAN, Charles Edward (Age 92) Charles Edward Killian Sr. of Mead, WA, passed away on September 2, 2024. His wife Patty Lou Benton Killian preceded him in death on December 20, 2018, at the age of 85. Charles & Patty were married 64 years.  His parents who preceded him in death were William Francis Killian & Frances (Kohlmann) Killian.  ...

Aug 30, 2024

With praise, honor, and glory of our Lord Jesus Christ, Garth Nathaniel Fritel passed away on Friday, August 30th at the age of 47 after a long battle of ALS. Garth's motto after being diagnosed in 2017 was "There's a lot of life left to live and a lot to live for". He united his sufferings with our Lord...

Aug 25, 2024

Shannon Eileen (Linden) Armstrong

May 23, 1951 – August 25, 2024

Shannon Eileen Armstrong, a woman of Faith, a beloved mother, sister, grandmother, aunt, and friend, passed away peacefully, surrounded by love and prayer on August 25, 2024, at Sacred Heart Medical Center in Spokane, Washington—the very hospital where she was born on May 23,...

Aug 25, 2024

On Sunday, August 25, 2024, 58 yr. old Cheryl Lynne Kennedy Gould of Spokane passed away unexpectedly and peacefully in her sleep at home.

Cheryl was a talented teacher, faithful wife, and loving mother. Her magnetic personality forged deep connections and sparked joy in the lives of others. She poured out her soul in what she did,...

Aug 25, 2024

It is with great sadness that the family of Wendy Fouts announces her passing in the morning hours of August 25th, 2024. We will miss her gentle heart, voracious laugh, and her dedication to her family.

Wendy Kay Fouts (Bradley) was the youngest child of seven, born in Spokane, Washington, to James "Bob" and Catherine "Cathy" Bradley....

Aug 24, 2024

Marilyn Emma (Madden) Sjolund, 82, peacefully passed away August 24, 2024 with family by her side.

Marilyn was born in Spokane, Washington, and was raised in the Coulee City and Seattle areas. She attended Sacred Heart School of Nursing and later, St. Martin's College each for degrees in Nursing. Throughout her career, Marilyn shared her care for...

Aug 24, 2024

Donna was born on August 16, 1931, in Spokane, WA to John and Minnie Schultz. She was the youngest of four children.  Her mother passed away when she was only two years old. Donna was truly raised by a village that included her father, older siblings, grandparents, and numerous aunts and uncles.

She attended elementary schools in...

Aug 21, 2024

Florence C. "Patti" (Born) Kroetch, born November 12, 1932, passed peacefully Aug. 21st at age 91 years young.

Born and raised in Richardton, North Dakota, she was the eldest of Rose and Fred Born's four daughters. At 17, Patti graduated from St. Mary's High School and rode the train to Spokane, Washington to attend Gonzaga University, where...

Aug 18, 2024

Helen Elizabeth Watson passed away at Aspen Quality Care Center in Spokane, Washington at the age of 102 on August 18, 2024. She was born January 25, 1922 in Delavan, Minnesota to James and Gertrude Puffer, nee Adams.

Helen graduated in 1940 from Rogers high school in Spokane. She loved playing basketball for the school.

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Aug 17, 2024

Joan Marie (Bishop) Balenzano

The youngest of 4 children, Joan was born in Sprague, WA on November 11, 1940, and left us on August 17, 2024. In high school, she met the love of her life, Nick Balenzano, from the neighboring town of Lamont. Joan earned her BA in Teaching from Whitworth in Spokane, and taught 4th...

Aug 17, 2024

Neil Douglas (Doug) Smith passed away at home on Saturday, August 17, 2024. Born September 24, 1939. He was adopted three months later by his loving parents, Floyd and Clara Smith of Utica NY. He completed his early education in Utica and his college years at U. of Miami in Florida. He excelled in anything relating to math and...