Passawayobituary

Auckland, NZ — The firefighting community is in mourning following the sudden passing of Station Officer Matt Walker, affectionately known to friends and colleagues as “Mad Matt.” A dedicated member of the Auckland Volunteer Brigade Operational Support Team, Matt’s death has left a deep void in the hearts of those who served alongside him. Known…

Baxter, KY — Heartbreak has struck the Baxter community after a devastating collision at the intersection of US Highway 421 and US Highway 119 claimed two lives on the afternoon of August 13, 2025. The community is in mourning following the death of Phyllis Frazier, who was killed in a serious car accident . The…

San Jose, CA — The San Jose community is grieving the loss of Monica Cervantes, who passed away on August 11, 2025. Known for her radiant smile, kind heart, and ability to brighten even the busiest of days, Monica spent more than two decades serving at the local post office, where she became not just…

Corinth, KY — The community of Corinth is mourning the unexpected passing of Aaron Raymond Pearl, 39, whose life ended far too soon on Tuesday, July 29, 2025. Born on April 15, 1986, in Oswego, New York, Aaron was the beloved son of Perry and Tracey Pearl. From his earliest days, he was drawn to…

Elm City, NC — The tight-knit community of Elm City is grieving the heartbreaking loss of Patrick “Logan” Roberson, who passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, August 12, 2025, at the age of 36. Born in Nash County on February 25, 1989, Logan was known by those closest to him as a good, kindhearted, and caring…

Starkville, MS — A quiet Thursday morning in Starkville was shattered by tragedy after police say a man was fatally stabbed inside a Gladney Street residence. Officers with the Starkville Police Department responded to the home at approximately 12:57 a.m. on August 14, 2025, where they found 27-year-old Tykell Harvey unresponsive. Despite efforts to save…

Bozeman, MT — The soft summer light over the Gallatin Valley turned somber this week as news spread of the untimely passing of 27-year-old Sophie Steigerwald, a beloved daughter of Montana whose gentle spirit and unwavering kindness left an enduring mark on all who knew her. On what began as an ordinary evening, Sophie was…

Buffalo, NY — The Western New York media community is in mourning following the passing of Art Wander, a towering figure in broadcasting whose voice, warmth, and personality became part of the soundtrack of life for generations of listeners. Inducted into the Buffalo Broadcasters Association Hall of Fame in 2008, Wander’s career spanned decades, crossing…