Death Notices

Robert Smith, Bruce ‘Beep’ Phillips

Robert L. Smith

Robert Larry Smith, a resident of Hoquiam for the past three years, died Thursday, Feb. 20, 2025, at home. He was 79.

He had been a chiropractor in the Burien area prior coming to the Harbor.

A graveside service with military honors will be held at 2 p.m. Monday, April 14, 2024, at Tahoma National Cemetery in Kent.

Arrangements are by the Coleman Mortuary in Hoquiam.

Bruce R. ‘Beep’ Phillips

Bruce Raymond “Beep” Phillips, a lifetime Harbor resident, died Thursday, March 27, 2025, in Shelton. He was 65.

He had driven log truck for several companies, most recently for R.L. Smith.

A celebration of life is planned and will be announced later.

Arrangements are by the Coleman Mortuary in Hoquiam.