In Memoriam: Kaylynn Hawkins and Lilith C. Stewart – Tragic Loss in South Kitsap

It is with heavy hearts that we report the tragic passing of two women, Kaylynn Hawkins and Lilith C. Stewart, whose lives ended in what officials suspect to be a murder-suicide. The details of this heartbreaking incident unfolded as their bodies were discovered in a state of advanced decomposition inside a South Kitsap home on November 19.

Identification and Cause of Death:
The Kitsap County Medical Examiner’s office has identified the victims as 41-year-old Kaylynn Hawkins and 47-year-old Lilith C. Stewart. Both women succumbed to gunshot wounds to their heads. The medical examiner has categorized Kaylynn Hawkins’ death as a homicide, while Lilith C. Stewart’s death is marked as a suicide. The shocking incident took place at the 5000 block of Safe Haven Way, off Long Lake Road, where the women shared Port Orchard addresses.

Discovery and Welfare Check:
The Kitsap County Sheriff’s Office initiated an investigation after receiving a welfare check request from a concerned neighbor who had not seen the women for over a month. Deputies responded to the call and entered the residence, only to find the tragic scene – the lifeless bodies of Kaylynn Hawkins and Lilith C. Stewart lying on a bed in an advanced state of decomposition. A firearm was discovered on one of the bodies.

In the Face of Tragedy:
This incident has sent shockwaves through the community, leaving neighbors and friends grappling with the sudden loss of two lives. The circumstances surrounding this tragedy are undoubtedly complex, and the community is encouraged to support one another during this difficult time.

As we mourn the loss of Kaylynn Hawkins and Lilith C. Stewart, we extend our deepest condolences to their families and loved ones. May they find solace and strength in the memories shared and the love that surrounds them. If you or someone you know is struggling with thoughts of self-harm or harm to others, please seek help from mental health professionals or contact helplines available in your area.

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