Lisa Michelle Thomas Buchanan

May 25, 1975 – December 21, 2025

Lisa Thomas Buchanan passed away on December 21, 2025, in Spokane, Washington, at the age of 50. She passed due to complications from double pneumonia and three separate bacterial infections. Lisa was born on May 25, 1975, in Riverside, California, and was raised in Ventura and Santa Barbara Counties.

Lisa was preceded in death by her mother, Colleen “Candy” Scott, in 2008; her stepfather, Gary Scott, in 2024; her brother, Gary Scott, in 2016; and her sister, Shawna Scott, in 1983.

She is survived by her father, Dennis Thomas; her siblings Terri Sheldon, Jana Southard, Dennis Thomas, Bridget Navarro, Rachelle LaFountain, Melissa Scott, and Staci Harris; her children Tylor Buchanan, Sav Buchananan, and Koby Thomas Finney; and her three grandchildren, Dominyk, Bentley, and Lorelei. Lisa is also lovingly remembered by her 24 nieces and nephews and six great-nieces and great-nephews.

As an adult, Lisa lived in Post Falls, Idaho, and later Spokane, Washington. Her life was shaped by significant childhood trauma, which influenced many of the challenges she faced throughout her journey. Even so, Lisa was known as a loving and loyal friend who consistently saw the best in people. She offered compassion freely and remained deeply empathetic to others, even when life was difficult.

Lisa found joy in simple pleasures. She loved fishing and had a particular fondness for collecting vintage items, especially old mushroom figurines and knickknacks that brought her comfort and happiness. She held a strong Christian faith and believed deeply in God’s presence and grace throughout her life.

A private family memorial was held on December 22, 2025. Lisa was cremated and will be laid to rest in Ballard, California, alongside her mother and stepfather.

Lisa will be remembered with love by her family and those who knew her. May she now rest in peace, surrounded by the love of those who went before her.