Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Families in Centralia, WA

Barbara Ann Pearson

Barbara Ann Pearson

Jul 20, 2026

Barbara Ann Pearson May 7, 1936 - July 20, 2026



With deep sorrow, we announce the passing of Barbara Pearson, who will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved her.

Barbara was born in Okmulgee, Oklahoma to Bluit and Roberta (nee Houston) Pearson. Barbara lived in a number of places in her life, however her favorite town...

Cheryl Lee Wooton

Cheryl Lee Wooton

Jul 8, 2026

Loving wife, mother, and grandmother.

Delores May Cravens

Delores May Cravens

Jul 5, 2026

Delores May "Dee" Cravens (Clapper), born April 11, 1930, in Lambert, Montana, passed away peacefully July 5, 2026, in Centralia, Washington, at the age of 96. She was a beloved mother, grandmother and friend who brought joy and warmth to all who knew her.

Delores was the cherished daughter of Jesse Clapper and Bertha Townsend, who preceded her in death....

Gloria Jean Jenson

Gloria Jean Jenson

Jul 3, 2026

Gloria Jean Jenson passed away July 3, 2026, at Sharon Care Assisted Living in Centralia, Washington. She was born April 29, 1934, in Carrington, North Dakota.

Gloria met and married Leo Jenson in Carrington in 1952. In 1962, they moved with their four daughters to Centralia.

She was a faithful member of Immanuel Lutheran Church. Gloria worked for Anderson Dental...

Kevin Dean Taylor

Kevin Dean Taylor

Jul 2, 2026

Tragically, on July 2, 2026, the family and friends of Kevin Taylor were reminded just how precious life is after he passed away suddenly at the age of 62.

Kevin was born Feb. 9, 1964, in Cheyenne, Wyoming; however, he spent the majority of his childhood in Washington state. As a young man, he moved to Southern California, where he...

James Phillip Gardner

James Phillip Gardner

Jul 1, 2026

In loving memory of James (Jim) Phillip Gardner. Jim passed away peacefully on July 1st, 2026 holding his granddaughter's hand at Woodland Village in Chehalis, WA. He was 101 years old and still had all his wit and memories.

Jim was born in St. Louis, Missouri on February 27th, 1925 to John David and Lola Mae Gardner. He grew up playing...

Donald Edward Hershman

Donald Edward Hershman

Jul 1, 2026

Donald Edward Hershman passed away at home on July 1, 2026. He was surrounded by family and was loved by many. Donald lived a life full of adventure and excitement.

Donald was born Dec. 26, 1936, to James and Wava Hershman in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho. During his childhood, his family moved around Idaho. Donald joined the United States Navy on...

William Britton Morse

William Britton Morse

Jun 29, 2026

William "Bill" Britton Morse, 87, of Centralia, Washington, passed away peacefully on June 29, 2026, from the effects of Parkinson's disease. A proud veteran, master builder and dedicated family man, Bill lived a life defined by hard work and community involvement.

Born March 9, 1939, in Portland, Oregon, Bill grew up in Seaview, Washington, which he always considered his true...

Arthur Eldridge Symons Jr.

Arthur Eldridge Symons Jr.

Jun 23, 2026

After living a long and blessed life Arthur E. Symons, Jr. passed away peacefully, at home, on June 23, 2026.

Art, as he was known, was born October 23, 1929 to Arthur and Louise Symons in Seattle, Washington. He is survived by his wife of nearly seventy years Glenna J. Symons. He is predeceased by his sister Margie Lee and...

Willard Wayne Latimer

Willard Wayne Latimer

Jun 11, 2026

Willard "Bill" Wayne Latimer, aka "Goat," 81, of Chehalis, Washington, passed away June 11, 2026.

Bill was born Feb. 27, 1945, to Willard and Lorraine Latimer in Raymond, Washington.He graduated from Willapa Valley High School in 1963. He married his lifelong partner and friend, Julie, Dec. 11, 1965.

After graduation he attended college and graduated from the University of Washington...

Cora Ruth Smith

Cora Ruth Smith

Jun 3, 2026

Cora Ruth Smith, 91, of Onalaska, Washington, peacefully left this life to be with her Savior Jesus Christ early on Wednesday morning, June 3, 2026.Cora was born at the family home to Frank and Margaret Extine on January 11, 1935 in Onalaska, the 4th and youngest child of the family. She loved reminding us that she was "the baby" and...

Ronald Lee Burns

Ronald Lee Burns

May 30, 2026

It is with great sadness that the family of Ronald Burns reports his death. Ron fought a year-long battle with cancer. He leaves behind his beloved wife Edith, 3 sons and grandchildren. Ron served in the Navy in Asia during the Vietnam War. Lifelong he worked as a boilermaker. Belief in Jesus Christ as his personal Savior was key in...

Velma Rose Helling

Velma Rose Helling

May 28, 2026

Velma Rose Helling left us on May 28, 2026 at the age of 95. She was born in 1930 in Bolivar, Missouri, to Henry and Lucille Sterling. In 1935, her family moved to Independence, Missouri, where she was raised and later graduated from William Chrisman High School.

Shortly after graduation, Velma met the love of her life, Leo Helling. They married...

Darlene Lund

Darlene Lund

May 23, 2026

Darlene (Brown) Lund, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and woman of deep and abiding faith, passed away May 23, 2026 in Centralia, Washington. Born on January 17, 1945, in Olympia, Washington, to Joyce Wayne Brown and Ada Violet Jones, Darlene grew up in Littlerock, later graduating from Rochester High School.Darlene married the love of her life, Dale Lund, in May...

Dallas Fast

Dallas Fast

May 21, 2026

Dallas Eugene Fast went to be with Jesus on May 21, 2026, at the age of 82. He was born in Dallas, Oregon, on Feb. 26, 1944, to A.J. and Ethel Fast.

He graduated from North Thurston High School in Lacey, Washington, in 1962 and attended Warner Pacific University in Portland, Oregon, where he met his future wife, Linda Kuykendall....

Linda Jean Katwijk

Linda Jean Katwijk

May 10, 2026

                                                                                              Linda Jean Smith Katwijk

December 10, 1957-May 10, 2026

Linda Jean Smith Katwijk passed away...

Jaimelyn Craig-Kover

Jaimelyn Craig-Kover

May 8, 2026

Jaimelyn Craig (Kover), 46, passed away on May 8, 2026.Born on December 1, 1979, Jaimelyn was deeply loved from the moment she entered this world and remained deeply loved throughout her life. She had a kind and caring heart, a love for her many friends, and a special affection for dogs. Before becoming ill, one of her greatest joys was...