Obituaries

Kathleen Elizabeth Vinzant

Kathleen Elizabeth Vinzant

Apr 15, 2019

PORTLAND — Kathleen Vinzant, 63, passed away suddenly on April 15, 2019, in Portland, surrounded by her husband, Ray, and with her two sons by her side. Kathy was born March 5, 1956 in Fairbanks, Alaska, to John and Trudy Hannon.

She enjoyed the outdoors and animals and spent many hours enjoying the Alaskan wilderness. She graduated from Douglas County...

Frederick William "Fred" Molsby

Frederick William "Fred" Molsby

Apr 14, 2019

Seaview resident Fred Molsby, 71, died in Vancouver on April 14, 2019.  He was a 20 year resident of the Peninsula and a veteran of the US Army.

No formal local service.  His guestbook is available at www.penttilaschapel.com.h

Douglas Walter Hensler

Douglas Walter Hensler

Apr 14, 2019

Naselle resident Doug Hensler went to live in the presence of our Lord and Savior on April 14, 2019.  Born Douglas Walter Hensler to Eiline Rose (Hensler) and Walter Hensler on November 27, 1939 in South Bend, Washington, Doug married Nancy Matlock in 1984.  In addition, Doug had three step-children who he cherished and loved dearly:  Mark Hall (Carrie) of...

Mark David Clarke

Mark David Clarke

Mar 25, 2019

Long Beach, Washington – Mark David Clarke, 61 passed away suddenly March 25, 2019, of natural causes.  Mark was born in Ilwaco, WA on December 9, 1957, to Paul and Jackie Clarke.

Mark enjoyed making friends and chatting while having coffee, and looking and appreciating nature. He loved animals, especially Joey, Callie and Mr. E.  The family always had a...

Ruth E. Anderson

Ruth E. Anderson

Mar 22, 2019

Naselle resident Ruth E. Anderson, 90, died in Longview on Mach 22, 2019, one day after the death of her husband Walt. 

Private family graveside service will be held.  Her guestbook is available at www.penttilaschapel.com.

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Walter "Walt" Anderson

Walter "Walt" Anderson

Mar 21, 2019

Walt Anderson, 94, died at his Naselle residence on March 21, 2019.  He was a 60 year resident of the local area.

Private family graveside services will be held.  His guestbook is available at www.penttilaschapel.com.

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Lois Eleanor Byrd

Lois Eleanor Byrd

Mar 20, 2019

Lois Eleanor Byrd, 87, died March 20, 2019 in Bellingham, WA, where she had resided the past 42 years. She led a long and full life. Lois was born Jan 24, 1932 in Astoria, OR. She was the eldest of five children born to Eino and Winifred (Aho) Torppa. She was raised in Naselle WA, a small Finnish community in...

Paul Michael Twomey

Paul Michael Twomey

Mar 16, 2019

Paul Michael Twomey, 66, died in Ilwaco, Washington on March 16, 2019. The son of Paul J. and Rachel (Tufts) Twomey, he was born in Newburyport, Massachusetts on August 12, 1952. Paul grew up in Newburyport where he graduated from Newburyport High School school with the class of 1970.Following in his father's footsteps, Paul was employed as an electronics technician...

Ronald James Mulford

Ronald James Mulford

Mar 15, 2019

Ronald J. Mulford, 75, a resident of Ocean Park, died in Ilwaco on March 15, 2019.  Ron served his country as a member of the US Marines.  Survivors include his wife Phyllis.

Private family services.  His guestbook is available at www.penttilaschapel.com.

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Judy McIntyre

Judy McIntyre

Mar 2, 2019

In her eternal life, this world will feel a little bit empty with the passing of Judy McIntyre on March 2, 2019, at the age of 76 at her home in Ocean Park. She is loved and remembered by three sisters. Nancy Hope, Norma Lieblang and Kathy Burger. Sister Ellen Hill preceded her in death. Three daughters, Robyn Dougherty and...

Joyleen M. Morrison

Joyleen M. Morrison

Mar 1, 2019

Joyleen Morrison, 53, died at her Ocean Park residence on March 1, 2019 following a lengthy illness.  She was lovingly cared for by her devoted husband Daniel.  Private family services.  Her guestbook is available at www.penttilaschapel.com.

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Brent Price

Brent Price

Feb 26, 2019

Long Beach resident Brent Price, 65, died in Ilwaco on February 26, 2019.  His guestbook is available at www.penttilaschapel.com.

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David Botting

David Botting

Feb 25, 2019

A resident of the Peninsula the past five years, David Botting died at his residence in Ocean Park on February 25, 2019.

No local service.  His guestbook is available at www.penttilaschapel.com.

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Howard R. Nelson

Howard R. Nelson

Feb 24, 2019

On February 24th, Howard Ray Nelson passed away peacefully in Longview, surrounded by his family. He was born January 11, 1931 to Eva Irene and Richard Nelson in GoldenTownship, Nebraska. He attended school there until the family moved to Roseburg, Oregon. At 6 years of age, Howard began carrying oil cans for his father who was cutting old growth timber....

Ken Greenfield

Ken Greenfield

Feb 22, 2019

Kenneth R. “Ken” Greenfield Sr., 86, passed peacefully with his family at his side in Portland on February 22, 2019. Born in Lynwood, California on July 30, 1932 he was the only son and youngest of four children born to Richard and Lucile (Rearick) Greenfield.

 

His father was a metallurgist and steel melter, employed at several west coast factories...

Ronald Marvin Paavola

Ronald Marvin Paavola

Feb 22, 2019

A fourth generation native of Naselle, Ronald Marvin Paavola, 86, died February 22, 2019 in Astoria. Born at home in Naselle and delivered by a mid-wife, he was the son of Walter and Lulu (Koskela) Paavola. His father was a logger and farmer and Marvin grew up on the family farm where from an early age he valued hard work....

Denice Thomas

Denice Thomas

Feb 19, 2019

Denice Thomas, 70, died at her Ocean Park residence on February 19, 2019.  She was a 23 year resident of the Peninsula and homemaker.

No service.  Her guestbook is available at www.penttilaschapel.com

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Julia M. "Judy" Johnson

Julia M. "Judy" Johnson

Feb 17, 2019

Chinook residents Loren and Judy Johnson will be remembered with a joint Memorial Service on Sat., May18th, 2019, 1:00 PM at the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Chinook. A reception follows.

 

Loren and Judy reconnected in 1972 during the Christmas holiday. After a two-year long distance relationship they married on October 19, 1974. Judy followed Loren to his home in...

Josefa Fernandez

Josefa Fernandez

Feb 17, 2019

Josefa Fernandez, 90, peacefully passed on February 17, 2019.  Mrs. Fernandez was born in Mosteiro, Spain. She was a very loving person and her true passion in life was spending time with her family, especially her granddaughters Erica and Gianna.

A devoted mother, grandmother and sister, she will be greatly missed by all her family and friends.

Mrs. Fernandez is...

Steven A. Green

Steven A. Green

Feb 16, 2019

Ocean Park resident Stephen A. Green, 57, died in Ilwaco on February 16, 2019.  A native of Bryan, Ohio, Stephen was a three year local resident.

 

No service at his request.  His guestbook is available at www.penttilaschapel.com.

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