Angela Turning Robe Obituary (1973 - 2025)

We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of Angela Marie Turning Robe on July 15, 2025. Angela was born on April 17, 1973, in Tacoma, Washington to her parents Loretta and Thomas., Angela was the embodiment of generosity, always extending a hand out to those in need. She was a humble, loving, and very loyal woman. She possessed the rare quality of making everyone she met feel welcome and loved. Angela was a cherished wife, mother, daughter, niece, and friend who left an indelible mark on everyone she met. Her warmth, kindness, and unconditional love will forever be remembered. Angela was an accomplished Twulshootseed Language Teacher for her Tribal community for twenty years. Her dedication toward preserving and promoting our indigenous language was a testament to her deep-seated love for her heritage and community. Angela's family was her world, her love and loyalty for them were unparalleled. She is survived by her husband, Delbert Turning Robe Jr., Her mother Loretta Castillo, Her Father Thomas McLaughlin, Her daughters, Tyler Daniel-Williams, Erica Turning Robe, Ryan Turning Robe Flores, and her son Delbert Turning Robe III, Her Grandchildren Isabella Turning Robe-Menocal, Makinley Lee Jr., Michael Flores III, Loretta Williams, Valeriano Flores, Loreign Williams & Adrienne Flores. her Sisters Kelli McLaughlin, Julie Jones, Stephanie Satiacum, Maria McLaughlin and her brother Timothy McLaughlin. “No farewell words were spoken, no time to say goodbye, you were gone before we knew it, and only Creator knows why.” We invite you to share your memories, stories, and photographs of Angela on her memorial page. These recollections of shared experiences will create an enduring tribute to her life. Angela's spirit lives on in the many lives she touched. Her memory will continue to inspire us to live our lives with the same humility, love, loyalty, and generosity that she demonstrated every day. Special thank you to Lee Stafford, Nisqually drummers, Elsie Thomas, The Muckleshoot Indian Tribe, Puyallup tribe of Indians and Quinault Nation.