OBITUARIES

Douglas Lee Paris

Douglas Lee Paris

Oct 13, 2025

Douglas Paris passed away after a short battle with cancer on October 13, 2025 at the age of 73.

He was born on June 27, 1952 in Longview, WA. Doug was a husband, father, grandpa, and great-grandpa, also a bonus dad and uncle to many young cousins and friends. He loved everyone, especially kids. He rarely told anyone no. And wanted...

Philip Lee Troyer

Philip Lee Troyer

Oct 20, 2025

Philip Lee Troyer, 88, of Battle Ground, passed away peacefully Monday, October 20, 2025, at Cogir in Vancouver, Washington.

Philip was born June 22, 1937 to Martin Joel Troyer and Dena Catherine “Katie” Marner in Howard County, Indiana. He was the youngest of Martin and Katie’s seven children, raised as a farm kid and a member of Old Mennonite churches, with...

David Ray Stackhouse

David Ray Stackhouse

Oct 2, 2025

David Ray Stackhouse, age 76, passed away October 2nd, 2025 of natural causes.

David was born in Roseburg, Oregon May 17th 1949 to Charles W. Stackhouse and Pansy Stackhouse.

Dave served his country in the U.S. Marines from 1968 to 1970. He served in Vietnam for 11 months as a voice radio dispatcher. After returning stateside, he worked at various jobs before...

Esther Klevin

Esther Klevin

Oct 24, 2025

Esther Kleven, 93, beloved mother and grandmother, went to be with her Lord on October 24, 2025. She was born in Streeter, North Dakota to Joseph and Rosina Schaffer, the 7th of 8 children. She attended the University of North Dakota and earned her degree in Medical Technology.

She married her husband Earl in 1957 and with their 3 small children,...

Paul John Ashback

Paul John Ashback

Sep 13, 2025

Paul John Ashback, 67, was suddenly called home to be with the Lord on September 13, 2025. He was a resident of Yacolt, WA for the past 27 years. Born September 16, 1957, in Portland, OR to parents Eugene and Agnes Ashback, Paul completed all of his schooling in Portland and graduated from John Adams High School.

He worked in various...

Edna Marie Mitzel

Edna Marie Mitzel

Oct 11, 2025

Eddie was 73 years old at her time of passing. 

She grew up in the country, living in Battle Ground in her youth. She moved to Vancouver and lived there for many years always with her many dogs she loved so much.

She passed away October 11th, 2025 at PeaceHealth Southwest Hospital, with her loving husband and family by her side.

Eddie graduated...

Carla Lynn Massie

Carla Lynn Massie

Oct 10, 2025

In Memory of Carla Lynn MassieCarla Lynn Massie, age 53, passed away peacefully on October 10th, 2025, surrounded by family and friends after a long illness.Born on December 1st, 1971, in Seattle, WA. She was a member of the Old Apostolic Lutheran Church of Woodland, WA. Carla is survived by her son, Justin, his wife Chanelle and her grandchildren, Jett...

Dona Ree Wallis

Dona Ree Wallis

Oct 4, 2025

Dona Ree Wallis passed away October 04, 2025, in her home in Brush Prairie, WA, at the age of 91.

Dona is survived by her sister, Violet Rae Levie, of Sun City, AZ; and her twin brother, Don Dewey, of Dallas, TX.

She is also survived by her five children and their spouses: David and Marcie King, of Saint Maries, ID; Pamela...

Richard Orville Edwin Peldo

Richard Orville Edwin Peldo

Oct 1, 2025

Richard Orville Edwin Peldo our beloved brother of 83 years was called to his heavenly home Oct 1, 2025.

Richard was born Oct 22, 1942 in Frederick, SD.

He served in Vietnam 1963-1965.

Richard moved to Vancouver WA in 1996 and married Patricia Anne Isensee Aug 27, 1999. They enjoyed owning and operating Pleasant Hill nursery, until Patricia won her victory Sept 12,...

Greyson Kade Stewart

Greyson Kade Stewart

Sep 30, 2025

Greyson Kade Stewart passed away on September 30, 2025, at the age of 12, following a lifelong battle with epilepsy. He was born in Salmon Creek, Washington, on July 11, 2013, to parents Devin and Laura Stewart.Greyson was a very happy and sweet boy, always quick to grab a hand and offer a smile with his contagious laugh. He loved...

Yvonne Marie Boespflug

Yvonne Marie Boespflug

Sep 26, 2025

With deep love and sadness, the family of Yvonne Boespflug announces her peaceful passing on September 26, 2025, at the age of 81.

Born on June 1, 1944, Yvonne lived a life rooted in love, hard work, and quiet strength. A devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, she was known for her kind heart, steady hands, and the care she poured...

Calvin Ravencraft

Calvin Ravencraft

Sep 25, 2025

Calvin Ravencraft, 69, of Battle Ground, Washington, passed away on September 25, 2025.

Born on May 23, 1956, in Santa Monica, California, Calvin was one of seven children and the second youngest. With four brothers and two sisters, Calvin’s childhood was anything but quiet. The chaos, the noise and the laughter of a big family shaped his bold spirit and gave...

Richard Edwards Rhoades

Richard Edwards Rhoades

Sep 24, 2025

Richard Edward Rhoades, son of Christopher and Glenn Rhoades, was born December 19, 1936, in Red Bluff, California and slept away on September 24, 2025, in Lake Norden, SD, at the age of 88 years, nine months, and five days.

Richard moved from California to Portland, OR at the age of 20. He was united in marriage to his dear wife,...

Kenneth Cecil Collison

Kenneth Cecil Collison

Sep 22, 2025

Kenneth Cecil Collison was born April 17, 1931 in Cass County Minnesota and passed away in Vancouver Washington on September 22, 2025.

Kenneth (Ken) moved with his parents and siblings from Minnesota to Cowlitz County Washington in the early 1940s. He lived in various homes in the Carols, Kelso and Longview area and until me met and married Gene Mudget in...

Ellen B Olson

Ellen B Olson

Sep 19, 2025

Ellen B Olson, beloved homemaker and cherished member of the community, passed away peacefully on September 19, 2025. Born on November 12, 1936, in Astoria, Oregon, Ellen's vibrant spirit and nurturing heart touched the lives of all who had the privilege of knowing her.

Ellen dedicated her life to her family, creating a warm and loving home filled with laughter and...

Robert Lee Komm

Robert Lee Komm

Sep 12, 2025

Robert Lee Komm



Robert Lee Komm was born to Elke and Ruby Beld in Hettinger, North Dakota on April 28th, 1952 and passed away peacefully at Higher Living Adult Family Home in Hazel Dell, Washington on September 12th, 2025.

Sometime after Elke Beld’s death – possibly when Robert was around the age of 11 – Robert and his brother David were adopted...

Bert Leander Juhala

Bert Leander Juhala

Sep 11, 2025

Bert L. Juhala went home to be with the Lord on Sept, 11th, 2025. He is greatly missed by family. Wife Cheryl, sons Joel and Jesse, and daughter and son-in-law Janelle and Phil.

He truly loved people especially children and walked our county roads to visit with all. 

He was an avid fisherman and adventurer. We moved to Alaska for 35 years...

Wayne Carlton Stenlund

Wayne Carlton Stenlund

Sep 11, 2025

Obituary for Wayne Carlton Stenlund, 84, passed away on September 11, 2025

Wayne was born in Longview, Washington to Mervin and Peggy Stenlund on April 9, 1941. After graduating from LaCenter High School in 1959, he joined the Navy and was very proud of his service. He worked for the phone company, first in Chula Vista, California starting as a truck...

Shannon Luella Stanley

Shannon Luella Stanley

Sep 10, 2025

Heaven gained a beautiful angel as Shannon Stanley passed away peacefully at home on September 10, 2025, with loved ones by her side.

Shannon was born on April 6, 1933, in Hockinson, Washington, to Alina and August Lehto, and spent three years with her grandmother, Emma Krieko, during the war years while she attended school. Then she moved to Longview, WA...

Coralee Ann Goldammer-Hay

Coralee Ann Goldammer-Hay

Sep 7, 2025

Coralee Ann Goldammer Hay was born 6:18 pm August 05 2020 at St johns hospital in Longview, WA . To her mother and father. Cassondra Goldammer and Casey Hay. At 6.6 pounds. A beautiful first born baby girl. On Sept 4th 2025, a day before her first day of Pre-K, her life was unexpectedly taken. She was an angel, pure...