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Laura Ann Barringer, 1954—2015
Laura Ann Barringer was born Sept. 1, 1954 to Billie and Connie Barringer. She grew up in Lake Forest Park, WA, and graduated from Shorecrest High School. Growing up she loved horses, animals, and modeling. She was bright, kind, smart, and caring. She had a certain light about her and people were drawn to it. In 1981 she moved to Hawaii where her daughter Chantelle was born. Her son Jarrett was born in Washington in 1990. She devoted her life to her children. Laura became a grandma to Ayden, Kyler, and Kenzie; she loved them more than anything and was the greatest grandma anyone could ask for. She wanted to…
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Dana “Fish” Gooch, 1965—2014
Daniel “Dana” “Fish” Gooch was a fisherman at St Jude Alaska who studied and later became an AMSEA drill inspector. He always drew a fishing line in his written letter sign-off. “Fish” died in a Lynnwood care facility on December 7, 2014. He had been a beloved member of the Ballard homeless community, described as “a real loving person, a likeable fellow.” He has a memorial page at American Memorials. His Leaf is placed at Ballard Commons Park. If you have photos or memories to share, please post a comment. Fisherman’s Prayer I pray that I may live to fish Until my dying day. And when it comes to…
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Roger Dale Andrews, 1957—2014
Roger Andrews requested a Leaf while he was in hospice at Nyer Urness House. This was what his counselor and friend, Beth Monkarsh, said about Roger at that time: Roger is a funny, kind, playful, and frank person who has lived in Ballard for over 20 years. He loves to play cards, (especially Baseball and Dummy), enjoys country music, writes poetry and short stories, and paints. Roger is an avid Seahawks fan. He also loves nature documentaries and animals (he has two pet fish). He enjoys cooking, especially seafood, and is always willing to share his creations. I first met Roger in February 2014 when I began working at Nyer…
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Margo Stenson, 1969—2014
Beloved mother of six children, three boys and three girls. She will be missed. Margo’s Leaf is placed at Seattle Mennonite Church. If you have photos or memories to share, please post a comment. Featured Leaf June 2025
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Michael Franklin, 1956—2015
Michael was a good-hearted man well known and remembered at Bridge Care Center, and a Real Change vendor at Trader Joe’s in Ballard. He lived in his RV, on Leary Way under the bridge, where he was found dead on February 10, 2015. He is survived by two daughters and four granddaughters. Michael’s Leaf is placed at Ballard Commons Park. If you have photos or memories to share, please post a comment. Featured Leaf February 2017
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Aaron Burgess, 1970—2013
Aaron’s Leaf is at University Temple United Methodist Church. If you have photos or memories, please share them in a comment.
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Michael Lovelady, 1957—2009
Michael’s Leaf is at University Temple United Methodist Church. If you have photos or memories, please share them in a comment.
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Michael Doubles, 1953—2009
From Michael’s obituary in the Seattle Times: “Michael James Doubles passed away suddenly, on the morning of Dec. 31, 2009. He was born to Billie Jean Doubles, March 20, 1953. He is survived by sister Lynda Mead, brother Tom Doubles, as well as three nephews and a niece. He was an accomplished musician and composer, playing many styles on trumpet. He was also an avid historian, astrologist, and yogi.” Michael’s Leaf is at University Temple United Methodist Church. If you have photos or memories, please share them in a comment. Featured Leaf March 2019
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Joan Schaller, 1953—2007
Joan’s Leaf is at University Temple United Methodist Church. If you have photos or memories, please share them in a comment.
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John Read Avery, 1950—2005
From John’s obituary in the Vashon-Maury Island Beachcomber: “John Read Avery, formerly of Vashon Island, died April 23, 2005, of a traumatic head injury. He was 55 years old. Mr. Avery was born Jan. 13, 1950, in Seattle, to John MacGlacian Avery and Josephine Read Avery. His mother and a younger brother, William Franklin Avery, died earlier. Survivors include his father, John Avery, sister Mary MacClellan, niece Jennifer Nichols, and numerous cousins, extended family, and friends. Mr. Avery grew up in North Seattle, and graduated from Lincoln High School. He spent some of his adult years on Vashon Island.” John’s Leaf is at University Temple United Methodist Church. If you…
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Russell Hennen, 1947—2005
Russell’s Leaf is at University Temple United Methodist Church. If you have photos or memories, please share them in a comment.
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Korey Klein, 1981—2005
Korey’s Leaf is at University Temple United Methodist Church. He is lovingly remembered by his family. If you have photos or memories, please share them in a comment. More about Korey: UW Daily Seattle PI
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Frederick “Teddy” Locke, 1946—2011
From a friend: “He was an excellent guitar player and studio musician. He was very good looking, 6’4”, charming, witty and clever. He looked like George Harrison of the Beatles. The most appropriate eulogy for Teddy would be to play the Beatles Yesterday.” Yesterday, all my troubles seemed so far away Now it looks as though they’re here to stay Oh, I believe in yesterday Suddenly, I’m not half the man I used to be There’s a shadow hanging over me. Oh, yesterday came suddenly Why she had to go I don’t know she wouldn’t say I said something wrong, now I long for yesterday Yesterday, love was such an easy…
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Lance Loder, 1951—2009
Lance was a gentle giant. He managed a U District apartment building while he was able, then became homeless. He was a self-published poet. Lance died on 10/6/09, at age 59. Lance has an amazing collection of poetry on the web, in a site created by his friend Christian Swenson: Coyote University. There you can also find an obituary by Lance’s sister, Lori. Lance’s Leaf is at University Temple United Methodist Church. If you have photos or memories, please share them in a comment. I am fledgling teetering on the nest edge now, and I am Mother Crow too, patiently implacably demanding I learn this. I am my terror and…
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Renee DeWolf, 1963—2007
Renee was born June 11, 1963 and died on June 16, 2007. She was a member of WHEEL and a talented intelligent person. Chris Stevens was her boyfriend. Renee’s Leaf is at University Temple United Methodist Church. If you have photos or memories, please share them in a comment.
