Search for obituaries

You can find obituaries published in the last 30 days by typing in the person's last name in the search box on the top left of the page.

Older obituaries may be available in the paid archive accessed by clicking HERE.

Obituaries policy

Obituaries are published seven days a week in The Bellingham Herald. Very basic obituary information is included at no charge the first day. A prepayment fee applies to obituaries that include additional information, photos, and/or art elements. All notices are subject to verification which must be made prior to publication.

Obituaries will also appear online. All submissions become the property of the Bellingham Herald.

When placing an obituary you must include your name, address and phone number. Call (360) 756-2829, fax (360) 756-2891 or email obits@bellinghamherald.com between the hours of 8 a.m and noon and 1 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. Monday through Friday and 2:30 p.m. and 4 p.m. Saturday. Closed Sunday. Not open for walk-in customers on weekends and holidays.

Obituaries submitted during business hours to the classified advertising department will publish when requested.