Obituaries
Local Obituaries in Spokane County, WA
Nancy Young
May 3, 2026
Our shining light of a wife and mother, Nancy Ruth Young, passed away on May 3, 2026. Nancy was born in Spokane on March 4, 1948 – the youngest of four – to Evelyn (Soderberg) and Thorsten Berggren. Over the years, life with her college professor father had her living in Cleveland, Ohio; Billings, Montana; back in Spokane (where she...
William G. 'Bill' Phipps, Jr.
Apr 29, 2026
William G. "Bill" Phipps Jr. went to be with his Lord and Savior on April 29, 2026.
Bill was born February 7, 1936, in Spokane WA to William and Ruth Phipps. He lived 90+ great years, and was blessed to live a full and independent life up until his final days. Bill graduated from North Central High School, and went to...
Delores J Hazen
Apr 26, 2026
Delores June Hazen went to be with her Lord and Savior on April 26, 2026.Delores was born on March 16, 1929, to Fred and Amelia Schacher in Washburn, North Dakota.During the Great Depression, her family journeyed farther west in search of work. Adding to the struggles of that time, her mother passed away when Delores was just nine years old,...
Larry Brunette
Apr 22, 2026
Larry Edward Brunette, 80, passed away on April 22, 2026. He was born in Spokane, Washington on March 19, 1946.He is survived by his daughter, Stephanie; his son Greg (Tonya); and his five grandchildren: Keegan, Aubrianne, Tylor, Toby, and Tia.Per Larry’s wishes, no services will be held.
Alexander Herman Wellbrink
Apr 22, 2026
Alexander H. Wellbrink (Tuffy) Feb. 2, 1959 - Apr. 22, 2026
Alex Wellbrink, 67, of Spokane, passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones after a two+ year battle with cancer. He was born in Spokane to parents William and Renet Wellbrink and is their oldest of five children.
After graduating high school, Alex began a career in cable television construction as a...
Susan Kay Robinson
Apr 18, 2026
Susan Kay Robinson, 81, passed away peacefully on April 18, 2026.Susan lived a life grounded in faith, strength, and authenticity. A devoted Catholic, she carried her beliefs with quiet conviction throughout her life.She was known as a straight shooter with a strong sense of self; honest, intelligent, and unafraid to speak her mind. Susan had a sharp wit and a...
Judy Dropko
Apr 17, 2026
Judy Joan Brookshire Dropko graduated to Heaven on Friday, April 17, 2026.
Judy was a loving lady who dedicated her entire life to loving and caring for others. She was a passionate Gardner who was able to grow beautiful life from the earth, just like in friendship. Judy was a Co-Pastor at Green Acres Community Church and Worship Leader for decades,...
Nancy Waters
Apr 14, 2026
Narcisa 'Nancy' Sutherland Waters, 81, passed away on April 14, 2026 in Spokane, Washington.
Nancy was born in Santiago Papasquiaro, Mexico on Jan. 7, 1945.
Robert Nix
Apr 13, 2026
Robert Allen Nix, 69
It is with heartfelt remembrance that we announce the passing of Robert Allen Nix on April 13th, 2026. His life was marked by faith, love, and service, and he now rests in the presence of Jesus Christ. As John 14:1–3 comforts us, "Let not your heart be troubled… I am going to prepare a place for you."
Robert...
David Michael Goodnight
Apr 10, 2026
David Michael Goodnight, 58, of Spokane, Washington, passed away on April 10, 2026, after a tough battle with liver cancer. He was one of a kind - and anyone who knew him will agree.David was born June 19, 1967, and faced serious challenges from the very start. Brain damage at birth led doctors to predict, when he was just two...
Edward Steven Rock
Apr 4, 2026
Edward "Steve" Rock, passed away on April 4, 2026, in Spokane. Born on May 31, 1948, in Corona, California, Edward lived a life marked by both professional skill and personal devotion.
Steve pursued a career as a carpenter, where his craftsmanship and attention to detail earned him respect in his field. Beyond his professional life, Edward found great joy in the...
John Norisada, Sr.
Apr 2, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of John Norisada Sr., a devoted husband, a loving father, and a cherished friend to many. He passed away on April 2nd at the age of 65, leaving behind a legacy of kindness, generosity, and unwavering strength.John was defined by his tireless work ethic and his immense heart. He approached...
Alfred Lopez
Mar 22, 2026
With deep love and heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Alfred Lopez, who departed this life on March 22, 2026, at the age of 78.Alfred was a devoted husband, a loving father, and a proud grandfather whose life was firmly rooted in family. He shared 54 years of marriage with his beloved wife, Charlotte Lopez. Their union began in...
Ronald Morris Absalonson
Mar 20, 2026
Ronald Morris Absalonson was born in Orlando, Florida on January 2, 1953 while his parents Morris and Louise were stationed there serving in the Air Force.
Ron graduated from Rogers High School in 1971 and attended SCC, graduating with an electronics degree.
Ron met Judy, the love of his life, while “tooling” Riverside Avenue in downtown Spokane on Valentine’s Day when they...
Suzanne Verhaag
Mar 20, 2026
Suzanne Annette Verhaag passed away peacefully, surrounded by the love of her children, on March 20, 2026, at the age of 60.
Suzanne was an artist at heart, with a talent for making beautiful things—drawing, making crochet blankets, and her personal favorite, painting. She was born wild and free, with the strongest of wills that could never be tamed. Whatever she...
JoAnne Blumel
Mar 17, 2026
JoAnne, you are so loved and you are so missed by your family and friends.JoAnne has been a lifelong resident of Spokane. She graduated from Ferris High School in 1971.JoAnne's parents owned a home at Priest Lake and from the time she was born JoAnne spent weekends, summers and school vacations at the lake. JoAnne's father was a talented craftsman...
Gladys "Jean" Dorn
Mar 16, 2026
Gladys "Jean" Dorn, age 96, passed away on March 16, 2026.
Gladys Dorn was lovingly known as "Jean," a name she preferred, given to her by her first husband, Carl Risinger. Jean was born to Pete and Selma Larson on June 5, 1929, in Spokane, Washington.
At just 15 years old, Jean left Spokane with her older sister, Mary, and moved to...
Donna Svenson
Mar 10, 2026
Donna Lynn Svenson (1951-2026)
Donna Lynn Svenson was born in Medford, Oregon, to Raymond and Jeanette. She spent her childhood in Medford before her family relocated to Spokane, Washington. Donna attended North Central High School and graduated in 1970.
After completing her education, Donna began a lifelong career in the hospitality industry, working at some of Spokane’s most renowned restaurants and lounges....
Dennis Melvin Short
Mar 9, 2026
Dennis Melvin Short, 80, was born on February 14, 1946 in Denver, Colorado. He passed in Spokane, Washington on March 9, 2026.
Services will be held at a later date.
Colleen Peterson
Feb 28, 2026
Colleen L. Peterson, a devoted mother, grandmother, sister, and faithful disciple of Jesus Christ, returned to her Heavenly Father on February 28, 2026, at the age of 79. She was born on June 17, 1946, in Spokane, Washington, to Gordon and Grace Zimmer, who raised her in a home filled with love, hard work, and a deep commitment to the...
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