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Meet the Candidates for the WSFDA Board
06/08/2026

Meet the Candidates for the WSFDA Board

Meet the candidates for the WSFDA Board of Directors. These dedicated professionals have stepped forward to serve our association and help guide the future of death care in Washington State. We invite you to review their biographies, learn about their experience and qualifications, and participate in the upcoming election. Thank you to each candidate for their commitment to WSFDA and our profession.

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WSFDA Board of Directors
06/04/2026

WSFDA Board of Directors

Call for Candidates

WSFDA Board of Directors – Call for Candidates The Washington State Funeral Directors Association (WSFDA) will have several Board of Directors positions opening this August. This is an excellent opportunity to help shape the future of our profession, advocate for death care professionals across Washington State, and contribute to the continued success of our association.

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Mental Health & Resiliency for Funeral Professionals
06/03/2026

Mental Health & Resiliency for Funeral Professionals

This a free training, and any staff are welcomed to participate. All Funeral, Prep, Crematory or Cemetery, and adjacent, staff are welcome!

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WHALES Fetal Death Registration Module Now Available
06/03/2026

WHALES Fetal Death Registration Module Now Available

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05/16/2026

Voting Is Open

Vote for those who have made a different this year

Please take a few minutes and tell us about those who have made a difference this year! Let's give recognition where it is due!

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**UPDATE** PIERCE COUNTY MEDICAL EXAMINER
05/15/2026

**UPDATE** PIERCE COUNTY MEDICAL EXAMINER

**UPDATE** 5/22/2026

Pierce County Council Ordinance No. O2025-552 We spoke with the PCMEO- EMBALMING will be removed from this ordinance. It is likely that this program will be pushed back. In order to make this change, the PCMEO needs have approval from Piece County Board Members.

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2026 Washington Death Care Professional Convention
04/30/2026

2026 Washington Death Care Professional Convention

REGISTRATION NOW OPEN!

Swinomish Casino & Lodge

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Services for Mark Kramer
04/29/2026

Services for Mark Kramer

Please drive your hearse if it is available

Viewing: Kramer Funeral Home 5/8/2026 10:00 am - 7:00 pm (family will arrive at 4:00 pm)

Funeral Service: Garfield-Palouse High School Gym 5/9/2026 2:00 pm

Graveside Service: Greenwood Cemetery Palouse, WA (following funeral services)

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SHB 2239
04/24/2026

SHB 2239

Disposition of Human Remains on Private Land

PASSED

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The Life We Leave
04/24/2026

The Life We Leave

Return Home - Seattle International Film Festival

Return Home will be showcasing their documentary, The Way We Leave, at the Seattle International Film Festival.

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