Donald Plath, our beloved father, grandfather, and GG passed away December 31, 2025 in Maple Valley. Don was born in Yakima on November 9, 1930. His family eventually moved to the Seattle area where he attended Franklin High School before enlisting in the US Navy in 1948, where he served honorably until 1952. In 1953 he married Ann Nilsson, also of Seattle. They were blessed with 3 children, Susan, David, and Donald. The Plath family moved to Renton where Don and Ann instilled in their kids ...

Mary J. Thayer, beloved wife and mother, passed away November 15th, 2025. Graveside services will be held November 21st, 10am, at Mt. Olivet Cemetery (100 Blaine Avenue NE, Renton, WA 98057). Remembrances may be sent to the American Heart Association.   

It is with great sadness we announce the passing of our beloved Beatrice “Donnie” Holton on November 12,2025, at home surrounded by her family. She was 83 years old. Donnie was a women who’s life revolved around her family. She spent her days loving, caring for, and guiding her children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren. Family was always her top priority, and she took great pride in watching each of them grow, achieve, and flourish. She was known for her warm heart, ...

Mary Tarabay Ruiz passed away on October 27, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of compassion, intelligence, creativity, and quiet perseverance. She is survived by her brother, John B. Sawyer, and her sister, Suzi Mickler, with whom she shared a lifetime of memories. Known for her keen intelligence and wit, Mary was also very beautiful with dark hair and dark eyes. Born in Berkeley, California, Mary was a member of the Baha’i Faith and of the Seattle Baha’i community. Her strength of ...

John W. Peterson, a longtime resident of Renton, Washington, passed away at the age of 74 in his home on August 28, 2025, while surrounded by family.  John was born to Roy and Lois Peterson on September 27, 1950, in Bellingham, Washington. When he was two years old, the family relocated to Issaquah, where John lived for the next 16 years and formed several lifelong friendships. In school, John excelled in academics and sports and was often recognized for both his intelligence and ...

To Our Beloved Dad,            Everyone who knows you, admires and says that you always prioritize your family and we all feel it from the depths of our hearts. From the way how you would cram 7+ kids into one small vehicle to go hiking or trick-o-treating (before it was illegal), to those constant phone calls to check in on us from work and to the “tổ cha mi” you will lovingly spew once in a while. To the way how you always cook our food so mom ...

Marlene Rae Spann, age 88, of Renton, WA, entered her eternal home with Christ on Sunday, June 22, after a long, brave battle with cancer. Born on June 16, 1937, in Caldwell, ID, she was the eldest of seven siblings. Marlene was valedictorian of her class, member of the high school bowling team, softball team, and the majorette of the school marching band. Marlene held various jobs throughout her life. She excelled as an Administrative Assistant for the Idaho Department of Employment and ...

Sharon Louise Taylor, 88, of Renton, WA passed away the morning of June 18, 2025 with family and the hospitable assistance of the staff at R&K Blessing Care Adult Family home. Sharon was born on the 2nd of December 1937 in Springfield, Oregon to William Blades Harrison and Lucy Catherine Fair. Sharon was preceded in death by her parents, her sisters Peggy & Dora, her brother Bob, and her late daughter, Pamela Jean. She is survived by her brother, Bill, 95 years. She is also survived ...

On Saturday, May 17,2025, Georgia Washington-Mathews,74 years old, transitioned peacefully at home with her beloved family by her side. Georgia was born in 1951 in Jackson, Mississippi. She grew up in Illinois and settled in Seattle, Washington. She enjoyed traveling and going on cruises with her loved ones. Georgia was a selfless, dedicated and committed person who always prioritized the needs of others before her own. She was a caregiver for many friends and family members including her ...

Stephanie Darcell Sewell, beloved daughter, sister, mother, and “Ma Maw”, passed away peacefully on Thursday, March 27, 2025. She was born on October 26, 1976, in Natchez, Mississippi, the firstborn child of the late LaVonne (Wimberly) Sewell and Timothy Sewell. Stephanie‘s early life was shaped by travel and adventure as her family moved across the country during her father’s service as a Seaman in the United States Navy. From Virginia to California and eventually ...