Elemental Cremation & Burial - Obituaries

Linda Rae Cooley

Tue, 13 Oct 2026 09:38:55

Linda Rae (Bower) Cooley, 82, of Seattle, passed away peacefully on September 29th. Linda was intelligent, loving, kind and generous. She built successful careers in the mortgage and legal fields, and volunteered many hours at local soup kitchens, the Greenwood Senior Center and ECHO in Port Townsend. Her greatest joy was her family, especially being a beste (grandmother), she was amazing at providing love, guidance and support.

She was preceded in death by her husband, John Cooley, parents Raymond and Solveig Bower and beloved dog Lucy. Linda is survived by her daughters, Denise Lee, Ericka Cooley, and Stacey Ross (Greg); grandchildren, Jakob (Sophie), Aidan (Yarelli), Grace (Faye), Oliana, Fletcher, and Carly; great-grandchildren, Cora, Westin, and Ailani; and her brother, Jake Bower (Dee), and nieces Gina and Denise.

Services will be held at Zion Lutheran Church in Kent, WA on Saturday, November 14th at 2:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, please volunteer or donate to the Alzheimer’s Society, the American Cancer Society or your favorite cause.

Eiko Narazaki

Fri, 02 Oct 2026 11:00:57

Eiko (Mizota) Narazaki was a quietly humble and generous soul who dedicated her life to the vision of world peace through prayer and raising her four children. She died on September 16, 2026 in Seattle, WA. She was 96 years old. Eiko was the only child of Shuichi (George) Mizota and Itsuyo Mizota (née Maki). She was born on January 2, 1930 and was raised in Tokyo, Japan. Her primary through secondary education was at Jiyu Gakuen, translated as Freedom School or School of the Free Spirit. Jiyu Gakuen focused on cultivating self-learning and independent thinking skills and learning to transform oneself and society. Music is taught, not merely as an isolated academic subject, but as part of daily life, self-expression, and community building. Eiko exemplified these values of Jiyu Gakuen. She had a love for music, nature, bird-watching, gardening, travel, reading, and cooking. Her famous inari-zushi and chirashi-zushi dishes were potluck staples for neighbors, colleagues, and friends. After World War II, Eiko moved to LaGrange, Georgia to attend LaGrange College on a Rotary Club scholarship to study piano. When asked by her close friend what her father did for a living, she said he sold fish, but failed to mention as an executive of a large fishing company. After one year at LaGrange College, she transferred to the Juilliard School of Music in New York City. Eiko was shy and had difficulty with small talk and meeting new people, but communicated clearly and beautifully through her music. While in New York, she met her husband, Tokuro (Jerry) Narazaki and would remain there for the next decade. With two children in tow, they moved to Hong Kong where they lived for four years and then to Tokyo, with an additional two children. All four children graduated from the American School in Japan. After her children finished high school, Eiko travelled extensively as part of her peace movement and was deeply committed to this cause until the end of her life. May peace prevail on earth. Eiko is survived by her children David Narazaki (of Kailua Kona, HI), Georgine Price (of Seattle, WA), and Terry Narazaki (of Houston, TX); sons-in-law Richard Price and Scott McRee; daughter-in-law Miki Ushiba; and grandchildren Melia, Mariko, Kosuke and Kimiko. She was preceded in death by her son, Michael Narazaki. The family is planning a private celebration of life.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the peace organization, Byakko Shinko kai, at https://byakko.org/support/donate/ or Kline Galland Hospice, whose amazing staff brought great comfort to Eiko and her family at the end of her life, at https://www.klinegalland.org/philanthropy/donate-now/.

Anne W. Anderson

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 09:46:23

Anne Augusta Keith Werner Anderson, age 92, died on September 9, 2026. She was born in Eau Claire, Wisconsin, April 27, 1934 to Richard Keith Werner and Margaret Krohg Werner. Anne was the youngest of three girls, her older sisters were Barbara Brydges (Clinton) and Margaret Lamus (Everett). During her early years the family spent much of their time at the family cottage on Round Lake. As a child, Anne loved her pet garter snakes, often taking the smallest ones with her to school in her pockets. She loved spending days helping her grandfather, “Doctor-Daddy,” treat patients at the house or cottage, assisting with everything from basic care to removing a fishhook from someone’s eye. Anne graduated from high school in 1952 and attended the University of Wisconsin for several years.1954-55 Anne joined the professional ice-skating tour group, Holiday On Ice, preforming around the U.S. and Mexico. She then came to Seattle to join her sister Barbie and she attended the University of Washington Theater Program. Anne later returned to Wisconsin to complete her Bachelor degree. While in Seattle, Anne met Gordon Richard Anderson on Alki beach when he pulled up with his friends in the boat he’d built. She was impressed. Anne married Gordon in 1959, and worked as a hostess at the top of the Space Needle during the 1962 World’s Fair. During that time, they built their first home on Mercer Island, and began looking for the perfect beach. They found that beach at Double Bluff on Whidbey Island. In 1964/65, they built their next home and spent the rest of their lives on that perfect beach in Useless Bay. Anne and Gordon loved skiing in Sun Valley Idaho, a place they loved so much they would return every year for the next 56 years to ski and hike. Anne continued to ski until she was almost 80. Anne shared Gordon’s love of adventure, trusted his judgment and together they created an amazing life. In the early 1970’s, they had several Alaska adventures, driving the Alcan Highway and spending several summers in a tribal village in the SE and on the outskirts of Fairbanks. Anne helped start a preschool in Langley in 1964/65, and was a member of a singing-musical-entertainment group, The Four Friends, who often preformed at various events on South Whidbey. She sold Avon, worked part-time in local retail, and managed to keep track of all 5 kids, and many well-loved dogs and cats. Together Anne and Gordon created and maintained a huge and beautiful garden every year, taking up every square inch of dirt in front and back yards. It was their hobby and their passion. Anne lost Gordy in 2023, but she continued watering and weeding to the very end. Exactly where she wanted to be. She will be missed deeply by her family and those who were lucky enough to have known her. Anne is survived by her Children: Wendy Anderson (Jack Hutt) of Shoreline, Keith Anderson of Freeland and Maren Anderson (Mark Tienhaara) of Camano Island, and Grandchildren: Vreni Hutt (Steffen Torgersen) and Cole Hutt, her Step-Children: Christine Anderson (Duane Rawson) of Lagoon Point, and Cynthia Ray of Spokane, Step-Grandchild: Randi Ray Schmidt (Josh Schmidt), Step-Great Grandchildren: Mason and Scarlett Schmidt. No formal service per Anne’s request. In lieu of flowers, please donate to your favorite charity.

Gregory Allen Cook

Fri, 02 Oct 2026 08:08:15

Greg was born on July 13, 1974, in Carrollton, Alabama, and passed away peacefully surrounded by his family in Seattle, Washington, on September 8, 2026. He was a devoted and loving husband, father to 3 daughters, 1 son and proud Papa to his four grandsons. Greg’s greatest joy was his family, and the love he had for them will live on through the memories and moments they shared. He was a friend whose life was defined by love, strength, faith, and devotion to those he cherished most.

A proud Navy veteran, Greg served his country with honor and dedication. He will be remembered for his love of family, his strength, and the lasting impact he made on the lives of those who knew and loved him.

Greg fought courageously through every challenge that came his way. His determination, resilience, and unwavering love for his family inspired everyone around him. Though his heart longed to remain with those he loved, his body had grown weary from the battle.

Surrounded by love and sustained by faith, he answered the Lord's call home and now rests peacefully in the presence of his Savior. His legacy lives on in the countless memories he created, the lessons he taught, and the unconditional love he shared so freely.

Greg leaves behind a family who loved him deeply and will miss him every day. His memory will forever remain in their hearts.

Bo Dallas Howatson

Fri, 02 Oct 2026 10:28:09

Bo Dallas Howatson born November 10, 1983 in Bellevue, Washington, sadly passed from this world on September 7, 2026 in North Bend, Washington.

Bo was the son of Michael Roy Howatson and Donna Sue (Calhoun) Howatson. He was the biological grandson of Ronald Vernon Howatson & Donna June Thompson (Howatson Sams), and Ernest Frank Calhoun & Alice Jo Davidson (Calhoun Meade).

Blessed with a wonderful sense of humor, charisma and a very kind heart he was a friend to many over the years. Being a true jack of all trades he literally had a car running on a hydrogen set up for a while with his tinkering. He could help fix your car, your computer, your cell phone, cook a great meal, build a fireplace/masonry project, build your deck and work on your HVAC. He even sewed a very fine outfit for himself while he was in high school. Ask him, and he could probably do most things with a little research.

Bo leaves his parents, his brother Brandon (Desiree) and his sisters Briana and Braeleyn, as well as a nephew Jayce and two nieces, Penelope and Charlotte. Bo also leaves his girlfriend Natalie Hagen and her daughter Kamryn both of whom he cared for very much, playing a surrogate father role to Kamryn. He also leaves several aunts and uncles as well as many cousins.

Bo will be put to rest in Pleasant Ridge Cemetery in La Conner, Washington, along with several family members including one of his childhood best friends, his cousin Justin Emmerton.

Anne Perry Floyd

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 10:19:28

Anne Perry Floyd, a devoted mother, pioneering nurse, and the cherished elder of her family, passed away peacefully at her home in Seattle, Washington, on September 4, 2026. She was 91 years old. Born on March 18, 1935, Anne was the youngest of 16 children. While she lived in Seattle for the final 15 years of her life, her heart always belonged to Louisburg, North Carolina. It was there that she grew up, and it was the place she constantly returned to for real ham, authentic Southern barbecue and fish fry, and the fresh country air that centered her. Though she deeply loved her country roots, Anne knew early on that farming was not her calling. Driven by a desire to see the world and help others, she pursued a career in nursing that would span nearly 50 years. During her decades as a nurse, she moved to Washington, D.C., where she caught James Brown in his prime and marched alongside Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. during the historic March on Washington. Later, in Los Angeles, she showed her characteristic compassion by caring for early AIDS patients at a time when few others would. Anne was passionate about education and read avidly throughout her life. She loved her murder mysteries and Harlequin romance stories. In her younger days, she enjoyed a stiff drink and her trademark red shoes. She is survived by her loving daughters, Jacqueline (Jackie) and Cassandra (Robin); her son, Anthony; her daughters-in-law, Wendy and Susie; and a vast, adoring host of grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and cousins. She is preceded in death by her son Robert and her 15 brothers and sisters. Anne’s legacy of resilience, love, and service will be remembered forever by all who knew her.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Birds Connect Seattle in her memory.

https://birdsconnectsea.org/tribute-and-memorial/

Barbara Jean Klusacek

Fri, 25 Sep 2026 11:00:09

Barbara Klusacek, 78, passed away peacefully at her home in Kirkland, Washington, on August 31, 2026. Her final evening was filled with the presence of her loving family and shared stories, brightened by the laughter of her newest great-grandchild. Born in East Orange, New Jersey, Barbara lived a life that carried her to many places. Over the years, she made her home in New Jersey, Florida, Georgia, Colorado, Pennsylvania, Washington, and Germany. Each place added another chapter to her life and brought friendships and memories that remained important to her. Barbara’s always optimistic and carefree spirit was evidenced by her lifelong love of dancing and socializing with friends. Her biggest smiles were on display while she was clogging in exhibitions, dancing on tables at the Moose club, or regaling those around her with the stories of her travels, preferably with a big piece of cake and ice cream on her plate. Barbara also loved boating, crafts, walking in nature, and spending time with her family and friends. She especially treasured the lifelong bond she shared with her twin sister, Dorothy—a connection that began before birth and continued throughout their lives. She is survived by her son, David (Stephanie); her daughter, Sandee (Torry); five grandchildren (Kaelyn, Madeline, Jonan, Abigail, and Emma); two great-grandchildren (Theodore and Zoe); her twin sister, Dorothy (Greg); her brother, Larry (Andrea); and the many friends she made throughout her life. Barbara was preceded in death by her husband, Rudy. Following cremation, her ashes will be scattered with his in Lake Washington—a fitting resting place for someone who found such happiness on the water. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Barbara’s memory to Cure Alzheimer’s Fund at curealz.org/giving/in-memory

Diana Jieli Zhu

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 14:26:49

Diana Zhu passed away unexpectedly on August 28th, 2026. Her death was tragic, sudden, and unfair. She was making plans for upcoming travel with her partner, delivered a heartwarming speech at her brother’s wedding in New Jersey in May, celebrated her own 35th birthday just last month, and had been reconnecting with family across the country. She still had her whole life ahead of her. Diana was born in Lehigh, Pennsylvania and grew up in Central Jersey. She was an accomplished student, musician, athlete, and an all-around renaissance woman. She was an exemplary older sister and was always incredibly capable; regularly juggling track, violin, and frisbee practice alongside school work while also finding time to cook and care for her little brother. Her list of accomplishments is long. She left behind a high school legacy so strong that even 3 years after her graduation, her brother Ben was still referred to as “Diana’s little brother”. She was recruited for track, graduated from MIT in only three years, completed medical school at UC Irvine, and matched into Orthopedic Surgery Residency at Johns Hopkins in Baltimore. She was talented at anything she put her mind to. But what was most important about Diana, beyond her academic accolades, was that she was kind and generous to everyone that she met, constantly trying to give and do things for others. In her last 2 years living in Seattle she not only became a prolific watercolor painter, but also an artisan. She made so many handcrafted items including leather-bound notebooks, handbags, and embroidered pieces, many of which she gifted to friends and family. Diana is survived by her mother Linda, brother Ben, sister-in-law Vicky, godparents Susan Wu & Yang Ming, and so many more cousins, aunts and uncles who she cared for deeply. She is also survived by her longtime partner Ranjan, and her pride and joy Delta, an energetic and smart golden retriever who loved Diana with all of his heart. A memorial service was held in her honor on Sunday September 6th in Seattle.

Henry Charles Lucas IV

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 13:12:55

Henry Charles Lucas IV, affectionately known to all as Charles, passed away on August 21, 2026, in SeaTac, Washington, at the age of 60. Born on October 27, 1965, Charles brought warmth, intellect, and kindness to the lives of everyone who knew him. Charles grew up in the communities of Bala Cynwyd and Gladwyne, Pennsylvania, where he formed many foundational memories. He attended Montgomery Country Day School and later graduated from Episcopal Academy for high school. A lifelong lover of words, he had a deep passion for reading and writing, finding great joy and solace in literature. Charles possessed a vibrant creative spirit and an array of passionate hobbies. He loved playing Dungeons and Dragons, and he found immense joy in teaching others how to play the game. He was also a dedicated artisan within that fantasy world, spending countless hours painting and collecting intricate game models. His appreciation for storytelling extended into a deep love for gaming and comic books. He became an avid collector, meticulously preserving and selling classic comic books from the 1970s and 1980s. When he wasn't immersed in his collections, Charles could be found cheering passionately as a dedicated Philadelphia sports fan. He also held a deep affection for animals, regularly sharing his gentle nature by pet sitting for families in his community. Above all else, Charles was happiest when he was enjoying quality time surrounded by his family. Charles is survived by his loving family, including his devoted sisters, Ann, Susan (husband Rocco), and Mary (husband Keven); his brother, James (wife Tina); his cherished nieces, Sydney, Sophie, Charlotte, and Gianna; and his dear nephews, Colin, Tristan, and Lucas. He was preceded in death by his beloved mother, Ann, and his father, Henry. His gentle spirit and love for his family will be deeply missed and forever cherished.

All are welcome to join

The graveside service on 9/18/2026, 11:30 AM EST at

Calvary Cemetery

2025 Old Gulph Rd

West Conshohocken, PA 19085

(might come up as Villanova, PA on Maps)

Reception to follow at

Maggiano's Little Italy King of Prussia 160 N Gulph Rd King of Prussia, PA 19406

Kasey Spivey Pollard

Fri, 25 Sep 2026 11:04:39

Kasey Spivey Pollard, of Amsterdam, Netherlands, died at her parents’ home in Bellevue, Washington, USA on August 17, 2026. Kasey was born in Atlanta, GA USA on April 9, 1983. She was 43 years of age. Kasey was the daughter of her loving mother, Karen Spivey Coleman, and of the world. Kasey married Robin Pollard in Montego Bay, Jamaica on April 11, 2011. She pursued her education and career across five states and two continents. Forged by a diverse education, Kasey: - Attended preschool in Atlanta, Georgia - Graduated from Whitesides Elementary School in Layton, Utah - Graduated from Hazen High School in Renton, Washington - Attended advanced placement courses at University of Washington, Seattle - Achieved Baccalaureate and Masters work at Tennessee State University Nashville, Tennessee - Pursued advanced contemporary dance training and choreography in Amsterdam, Netherlands Continuing her celebration of existence via her diverse career, Kasey excelled as a: - Dedicated mother - English professor - Luxury brand marketer - Dance instructor - Dance/cheer coordinator for multiple collegiate and professional sports teams Kasey loved animals, camping, concerts, cooking, dance, debate, fashion, fine dining, fitness, movies, music, parties, skiing, social justice, tennis, water sports, wine tasting, and especially travel. In addition to explorations throughout most of the United States and Europe, Kasey embarked upon multiple ocean cruises, including port visits throughout the Caribbean and upon dedicated trips to Canada, India, Israel, Japan, Mexico, Morocco, Singapore, United Arab Emirates, and others. Kasey is survived by: - Husband: Robin Pollard – Amsterdam, Netherlands - Children: Lucian Pollard; Penelope Pollard – Amsterdam, Netherlands - Parents: Karen Spivey Coleman/Tress (mother); Michael Hipp (surrogate father) – Bellevue, WA - A host of other cherishing family members and friends across the USA and Europe A Celebration of Life was held for Kasey in Amsterdam, Netherlands on September 3, 2026. As published under separate announcements, two celebrations will be held for Kasey in the United States: The first, in Bellevue, Washington on October 2, 2026 at 12:00pm; The second, in Eastman, Georgia on October 10, 2026 at 2:30pm. In lieu of flowers or gifts, donations will be accepted to offset Kasey’s final expenses. (Any extra donations will go to Kasey’s children, Lucian and Penelope). Donations accepted at: https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-lucian-penelope-say-goodbye-to-kasey-in-the-us