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Mabel Thornton
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YAKIMA - Mabel Algarene Thornton (Jean) passed away quietly Thursday evening June 28, 2007 at the Garden Village in Yakima. Jean was born February 12, 1924 to Gabe and Lucy Roberts in Olvey, Arkansas.
Jean grew up on a small farm with her parents, two sisters and a brother. She attended school at Olvey where she excelled in academics and graduated Salutatorian of her High School Class in 1942.
She married her lifelong sweetheart and companion John Thornton on July 12, 1944. Jean and "Red" Thornton and their first two children, Harold and Marilyn, moved to Yakima, Washington in 1948. Jean had three more children, a daughter, Karen and two boys, Robert and Rick.
Jean raised her kids lovingly, caringly and with as much grit as necessary with a brood of five. The Thornton home in Wiley City was always full of life and laughter and plenty of other kids who thought of Jean as their second Mom. Besides raising her kids she worked several years in the fruit industry of Yakima Valley and many years as a nurse at St. Elizabeth Hospital, Memorial Hospital and the West Valley Nursing Home. She worked as a survey taker as well.
Jean was hard-working, dependable and steady as a rock. She served as an officer of the American Legion Auxiliary for several years as well. Jean was a friend and confidante to many. If you needed an opinion, she had one. If you needed the unvarnished truth, you got it. If you simply needed a hug or a smile, you got those too. Whatever she set out to accomplish, Jean did. As one of her sons is fond of saying: "There is no quit in her".
Jean was preceded in death by her parents; Lucy & Gabe Roberts, her brother, Gordon Roberts, her sister, Buna Bryant, all of Olvey Arkansas, her sister, Lorene Purdom and her daughter, Marilyn Elledge of Yakima. Jean is survived by her son Harold Thornton (Berniece) of Granger, daughter Karen Ward of Spokane, son Robert Thornton (Teresa) of Yakima, son Rick Thornton (Korinne) of Yakima, 19 grandchildren, 3 great-grandchildren, numerous nieces and nephews and a host of friends and loved ones.
Memorial service will be held Tuesday, July 3, 2007 at 1: 00 pm at the First Presbyterian Church, 9 South 8th Ave. Yakima, WA.
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Harry Wayne Martin
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Harry Wayne Martin, 76, of Sunnyside passed away Thursday, June 28, 2007 at Hillcrest Manor, surrounded by his loving family.
Harry was born June 14, 1931 in Racine, Missouri to Harry Leroy and Pauline Grace (Sparlin) Martin. He moved with his family to Prosser as a child, and attended Prosser schools. He graduated from Prosser High School in 1949. He joined the U.S. Navy in 1950 and served in the Pacific Theatre until 1954 when he returned to Washington. He married Shirley McDonell November 10, 1953 in Sunnyside.
Harry returned to his work at the Hanford Nuclear Reservation, a job he had prior to joining the navy. He continued to work at Hanford until his retirement in 1994. While working at Hanford, Harry resided in Richland and Sunnyside, living in Sunnyside for over 47 years.
A charter member and the first president of Northwest Steelheaders of Sunnyside, Harry was an avid fisherman. He served the Boy Scouts in Sunnyside and after many years, he was awarded the Order of the Silver Spade for volunteerism. He was a friend of Bill W., enjoying 25 years of sobriety. He was a loving father to his daughters and a fun and loving grandfather and great-grandfather. Harry was a good and loyal friend, as well as a distinguished citizen, having loved serving as a juror.
Shirley and Harry traveled to Alaska several times, and Harry loved the wild outdoors. He enjoyed fishing with his friend, Vic Maling, and hunting with his friend, Bob Layne. His favorite trip to Alaska was a cruise with his wife and two daughters.
Survivors include his loving wife of 53 years, Shirley of Sunnyside; two daughters, Kim Rodgers & husband David of Port Charlotte, FL and Kelly Martin-Carter & husband Terry of Granger; seven grandchildren, Lisa (Brian) Shaffer, Josh Perrault, Sarah (Terrill) Wood, Kelsey (Jeremy) Foss, Tom (Danielle) Martin, Ashley (Nick) Harvey, & Terran Travis; 10 great-grandchildren; a sister, Gerrilee (Victor) Cruz of Pasco; a son-of-the-heart, Steve (Carolyn) Schlax; and three nephews.
Viewing will be held Saturday, June 30 from 1 until 5 p.m. and Sunday, July 1 from 1 until 7 p.m. at Valley Hills Funeral Home, Sunnyside. Recitation of the Rosary will be Sunday, July 1 at 7 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Monday, July 2, 2007 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Sunnyside. Interment will follow in the East Prosser Cemetery. Send condolences at www.valleyhillsfh.com.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Eden House at Hillcrest Manor or the Granger School Dist. for the Kelly Martin-Carter After School Science Program.
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Burl Louis Ruth, 85, of Yakima died Thursday, June 28 at Yakima Valley Memorial Hospital.
Mr. Ruth was born in Gravelly, Ark., and served in the Army during World War II. He moved to Yakima in 1967 and owned and operated apartments on Fair Avenue. He previously owned the Plaza Hotel.
Survivors include two sons, Albert Ruth and Robert Ruth of Oregon; two daughters, Debbie Stollery of Yakima and Linda Ruth of Portland; numerous grandchildren and great- grandchildren.
Graveside services will be at 10:30 a.m. Monday in the Calvary Cemetery.
Valley Hills Funeral Home and Crematory is in charge of arrangements.
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Vera Esther Widmyer
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TOPPENISH - Vera Esther Widmyer of Satus passed away Wednesday, June 27th at Toppenish Hospital one week before her 99th birthday. She was born on the 4th of July, 1908 in White, So. Dakota to Otto and Anna "Berndt" Liesinger. Her family moved to Brook Park, Minnesota where after graduating High School she married William Jefferson "Pete" Widmyer on August 26, 1925.
In 1942 she and Pete moved their family to the Satus where they farmed and raised a large and loving family.
Vera was a gracious multi-talented lady with a loving heart that binds her children closely together to this day. She cooked huge meals fit for a king and always had an open door for her children's friends and neighbors. With cakes for every day, not just birthdays and home made pancakes and maple syrup that drew them back home whenever possible. She made mincemeat from scratch for cakes even her daughters have trouble replicating.
She had a work ethic that kept her busy nonstop whether crocheting, making quilts, growing beautiful flowers & vegetables in her garden or just pulling weeds at 5 AM into her eighties.
Her sense of humor, thoughtfulness and kindness were instilled in all of her surviving children Virginia (Milo) Hicks of Yakima, Grace Zecchino of Granger, Buzz Widmyer of Yakima, Ida Mae Hendrickson (Willard) of Mt. Vernon, Janice (Doc) Merrick of Gold Beach, Ore., Dennis (Kay) Widmyer of Toppenish, Donna (Bob) Park of Sedro Wooley, WA, Don (Vickie) Widmyer of Toppenish, and Candice Widmyer of Toppenish. She is preceded in death by her husband William in 1985 and two sons, William and Peter. She also leaves 32 grandchildren, 50 great grandchildren and 26 great-great grandchildren.
We are having a celebration of Vera's life at the home of Don & Vickie Widmyer on Saturday, June 30th at noon. Family & friends are welcome to attend.
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Maria Carmen Rivera, 43, of Yakima died Monday, June 25 at Yakima Valley Memorial Hospital.
Mrs. Rivera was born in Mexico. She had worked in fruit warehouses.
Survivors include four sons, Hugo Rivera and Ivan Medina-Rivera of California, Jose Medina of Mexico and Victor Medina of Yakima; and a sister, Hilda Rivera of Yakima.
Private family services will be held.
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Donna Fleenor
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UNION GAP - Donna Fleenor, 64, of Union Gap, went to be with her Lord and Saviour Monday, June 25, 2007.
Donna was born Sept. 6, 1942 in St. Anthony, Idaho to Ivan and Dortha Winters. She was raised in Boise and it was there that she met and married James Edward Fleenor on Sept. 19, 1960. Together, they made their home in Boise until 1964, when they moved to Yakima.
Donna opened and managed the first 1 Hour Martinzing Service in Yakima. She later worked at Eakins Fruit, then enjoyed spending her time as a mother, grandmother and home maker. She loved to fish and was an avid collector of dolls and figurines.
She is survived by her husband, James of Union Gap; her son, Troy Fleenor and wife Donna of Union Gap; her daughter, Debbie Buckman of Union Gap; three sisters, Toni (Jim) Kessinger of Union Gap, Cheryl Jacobs of Ephrata, WA, and Patti (Dan) Subisarreta of Coulee City, WA; seven grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents and a brother, Don Winters.
At Donna's request, there will be no services. Valley Hills Funeral Home, Yakima is in charge of arrangements.
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Scott Alan Walker, Jr.
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YAKIMA - Scott Alan Walker, Jr., 20, of Yakima, passed away Saturday, June 23 near his home. Scott, also called "Scotty," loved his family, girlfriend and friends. He worked at J & J Wood Products in Naches, where he built pallets. Scotty enjoyed camping and fishing and spending time with his loved ones. He enjoyed talking about his son Jase from Zillah, and always said how proud he was to be his dad. Scotty also loved wrestling and joking around with his nephew Aaron of Yakima, and of course he loved his nephew Ben of Yakima as well. Scotty also loved and cared very much for his girlfriend Leah of Yakima, and they are expecting a baby boy in September. Scotty also looked up a lot to his father Scott Sr. of Yakima, he was very respectful of his father and would do very much for him. Scotty's oldest sister cared very much for her brother and always included him in many activities with the family. Julie's husband Waldo, from Yakima, was very close to Scotty and cared and loved him as much as anyone else, they also share great memories and stories. Scotty also brings memories to his close friends Deric, Dusty, Brandon, Trevor and many more. He will always be loved and never forgotten. Scotty will always be remembered by his great smile and stunning green eyes.
Scotty is survived by his father Scott Walker Sr., mother Esther Weible, stepmother Yvette Chapman, all of Yakima; girlfriend Leah Morris of Yakima; sons Jase Goudie and unborn son Haiden Walker; sister Julie Lopez and husband Waldo Lopez; sisters Brittany Walker, Kayla Sackman and brother Timothy Sackman; nephews Aaron and Benny Lopez; grandparents Albert and Betty Weible; numerous uncles, aunts, cousins and friends. Scotty was preceded in death by his grandparents Don and Ruth Walker.
Scotty's death was alcohol related. In lieu of flowers, make donations to Delozier Recovery Services. If ANYONE reading this has an alcohol or drug problem, help is only a phone call away, (509) 469-5515 or 1-800-511-9225. Thank you � Scotty's family.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 on Friday, June 29, 2007 at Valley Hills Funeral Home in Yakima, with burial to follow at Tahoma Cemetery. Send condolences at www.valleyhillsfh.com.
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James D. Johnston
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YAKIMA - James D. Johnston, age 74, departed from home into the loving arms of Father God on June 25, 2007 after a courageous battle with lung cancer.
We will remember Jim as a loving husband, father and grandfather. He was a fanatical golfer and was looking forward to playing on the greens in a heavenly place.
Jim was born in Olympia, WA on December 12, 1932. He retired from the Washington State National Guard after 40 years of service as a CW4.
He is survived by his wife Joanne Johnston of Yakima, his sons James (Mary Ann) Johnston Jr. of Spokane, Jeffrey (Maria) Lancaster of North Bend, Lawrence (Sarah) Lancaster of Yakima and Clifford Johnston of Salt Lake City, Utah; daughters Marchele (Ron) Boehm of Alaska and Julie (Lanny) Hughes of Yakima; sisters Barbara Austin of Allen, WA and Virginia McDaniels of Renton, WA; brothers Theodore Johnston of Port Orchard, WA and Thomas Johnston of Sumner, WA; and by sixteen grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.
Memorial services will be held at 11:00 on Saturday, June 30, 2007 at the clubhouse at Valley Estates, 1818 S. 70th Avenue. Valley Hills Funeral Home in Yakima is in charge of arrangements. Send condolences at www.valleyhillsfh.com.
In honor of the family's concern for cleft palate children around the world they ask that, in lieu of flowers, donations be sent to: Rota Plast International, 1663 Mission Street, Suite 320, San Francisco, CA 94103.
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Donna Mae Clayton
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YAKIMA - Donna Mae Clayton, age 62, passed away Sunday, June 24, 2007. Donna was born in Linton, ND to Alex and Clara Scherr. She moved to Yakima, WA in 1948.
Donna married Gary Clayton in 1966. They had two children, Teri and Carl. Teri, her husband Greg, and their two children Alex and Ally live in Selah, WA. Carl Clayton lives in El Cajon, CA. Donna resided in Selah, WA until her passing.
Donna is preceded in death by her parents Alex and Clara Scherr. She is survived by her children, a daughter, Teri (Greg) Durrin; son, Carl Clayton; granddaughters, Alex and Ally; two brothers John (Sandra) Scherr of Yakima, WA and Bill (Michael Phu) Scherr of Seattle, WA; three sisters Chris (Jim) Webber of Shoreline, WA, Brigitta (Len) Barlow of Spanaway, WA and Cathy (Don) Littlefield of Redmond, CA; Julie and Larry Hayes and their children Sarah and Dillon of Kennewick, WA; and Vern and Dorothy Sigette of Terrace Heights, WA.
Donna loved life, and lived it to the fullest. Donna's friends and family were her main focus. She cherished her time with her children and grandchildren. Whether it was being a taxi service to her granddaughters, Sunday breakfast at her daughter's home, talking to her son during a ball game or staying up late at her sister Chris' house playing games with the family, Donna found joy in everything. She looked forward to her monthly gatherings with her friends or trying sushi for the first time with her best friend Pat Lucier.
Donna was able to fulfill her lifelong dream of taking a cruise to the Caribbean in April 2007. Donna was a true Mariners and Seahawks fan, rarely missing a game on TV or the radio. Donna was also a Boston Red Socks' fan and her granddaughter Alex was a New York Yankees fan. They often played pranks on each other with "Red Socks". Alex, a softball player, hung her own red game socks (clean ones) on grandma's hospital wall and they were with her in her passing.
Wednesdays were Donna and granddaughter Ally's special day, they rarely missed them, often getting into mischief that only those two could. Donna found great comfort in her parish Our Lady of Lourdes Parish in Selah, WA. She enjoyed her service to her church and the many friends she had there. Please join us in celebrating Donna's life as she requested us to do.
Viewing will be held Friday June 29, 2007 from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM at Valley Hills Funeral Home 2600 Business Lane, Yakima WA 98901. Recitation of the Rosary will be held Friday, June 29, 2007 at 5:00 PM at Valley Hills Funeral Home 2600 Business Lane, Yakima WA 98901. Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Saturday June 30, 2007 at 2:00 PM at Our Lady of Lourdes Parish 1112 W Freemont Ave Selah WA 98942. To help us celebrate Donna's life please, feel free to represent her favorite teams by wearing, Seattle Mariners, Seattle Seahawks, or Boston Red Sox clothing. Following the service there will be a gathering at the church hall then a celebration of life party at Donna's daughter's house at 361 Sinclair Lane in Selah.
The family suggests in lieu of flowers a memorial be made to the American Cancer Society- Leukemia Research or the charity of your choice in Donna's name.
We would like to thank the 2nd floor staff at Memorial Hospital for the wonderful care they gave Donna, especially, Mary, Paula, Brandy, Alandra, Christine, Anna and Jenn who were all so wonderful to Donna.
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Dorothy May Stanton
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YAKIMA - Dorothy May Stanton passed away at home June 22nd of 2007, she was 79 years old.
She was born October 13, 1927, in Bemidji, Minnesota, to Dennis and Lilly Tatro. She was the youngest of five; sister Blanche - brothers Virgil, Bob and Less.
Dorothy had recollected stories about the life she lived in Bemidji with her family. She always had the biggest and brightest smile when talking about her father. She said that on countless nights after a hard day at work, her father would always take the time to put her on his lap and sit on the front porch and rock in the rocking chair and tell stories or just watch the sun go down.
There was also another story in Bemidji that Dorothy told us, where her whole family was held captive for approximately 24 hours by Al Capone. Capone had made an escape from the law and was on the run. What had actually made him stop at their farm, no one really knows. Dorothy sat on Al Capone's lap in a chair with the understanding that if anyone would walk behind him she would get it. He also held her as they slept by the back door of the house. The next morning, a black limo type car pulled in front of the house and then Capone just left. Dorothy had stated that she wasn't scared at all during the whole ordeal. He made her feel safe, and no one was ever physically harmed. To this day, she kept the piece of table linen that Capone had drawn a flower with the names "Dennis and Lilly" on.
When she was young, her family moved to Selah, Washington. During high school she worked for her English teacher at her home. She would do some cooking and cleaning. She later worked as a crosier (usher) at the Yakima and Capitol Theaters. Dorothy then graduated in 1947.
After high school she started work at Pacific Fruit. This is when she said her life really began. This is when she met the love of her life and soul mate, Jack Harold Stanton. Jack would drive the girls home after work. After a short courtship, they were married and remained happily married for 57 years.
Jack and Dorothy would ride their Triumphs with friends and family. They loved to have cook outs, crab feeds, bowling (gutter ball gussy!), fishing, community events and many other activities.
After a few years of fun, they started their family. In 1954 Dorothy gave birth to a beautiful baby girl, Carla JoAnn. The short time she was with them left a large impact on their lives. On January 11th, 1957, they were then blessed with a son, Dale Allen. On December 12th, 1958, they were again blessed with a beautiful baby girl, Darla Paulet. On January 25th, 1960, they were again blessed with a beautiful baby girl, Glenda Marie.
After Glenda was born, they bought Bud's Radiator Shop. Dorothy would do the running for Jack and she would make deliveries. In the mid 1960's, they built Yakima Plating where Dorothy was the bookkeeper.
After the children were born, they still had many great adventures. They loved to take the children on family trips. They would go to Long Beach, Elwoco and many other places to fish and camp.
When Jack passed away in September of 2006, her family surrounded her with love and companionship till her end. Jack and Dorothy had never left each other for long throughout the years. The family had stated many times that they could feel Jack's presence in the home. On occasion, Dorothy would make the comment that she could see Jack sitting in his chair smiling at her. It is a belief to the family that Jack did not move on. It is believed that he stayed till he could go on with his soul mate to the other sides of the pearly gates to reunite with family and friends.
Dorothy is survived by her son Dale Stanton of Yakima, Wa., grandson Jesse and granddaughter Trista; daughter Darla and husband Leon Deane of Wa., granddaughter Linda and husband Jesse Parker, great granddaughter Kayde-May and great grandson Anthony; granddaughter Brenda and husband Sam Longnecker, great grandson Hunter and great granddaughter AudriAnna; daughter Glenda and husband Bill Albin of Mt., grandson Billy and wife Jennifer Albin, great granddaughters Brytnea, Dakota, Shyann and MaKenna; grandson Adam and wife Michelle Albin, great grandsons Russell and Jason; granddaughter Stacy Albin; adopted daughter Linda Larkin.
One thing that needs to be said about Dorothy is that no matter what was going on or what was being said, she always said or did it with a smile. She brought so much happiness, love and all around warmth to every one she came across. She was the anchor - the glue of this family. We all hope and pray that she understands that she taught us all very well - family or not. We were all blessed with an angel the day she came into our lives and even though she is no longer with us, she is still looking on us with pride and love knowing that she had touched all of our souls so deeply.
We love you and miss you. The smile you shared will warm our hearts forever.
Memorial services will be held Monday, July 2nd, 2007, 2 pm, at Valley Hills Funeral Home, 2600 Business Lane, Terrace Heights.
A potluck reception will follow at West Valley Missionary Church, 11107 Widehollow Rd., Yakima, Wa. 966-6322. All are welcome to attend.
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ZILLAH - DeWayne Alvis Hardy, age 71, of Zillah, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, June 19, 2007.
He was born on April 30, 1936 in Janesville, WI to Clyde Earl and Margrett (Pickett) Hardy.
Mr. Hardy served in the Special Forces in Korea, and was a member of IBEW Local 46 in Seattle for 48 years. He had been employed as an electrical stockman. He enjoyed fishing, yard work, baking and cooking. He was a member of the Church of God of Prophecy.
He is survived by his mother, Elenor Hardy of Bunceton, MI; his wife Linda Hardy of Zillah; daughters Karen Hardy of Everett and Megan Adams of Bothell; stepdaughters Shelly Gervasi and Teresa Fisher of Everett and stepson Stanley Wood of Granite Falls; sisters Sonja Fitch and Sandra McDaniel of Arlington and Cora Lynn Kask of Cedar B.C.; one grandchild, Devon Hardy, and three step-grandchildren and one step-grandchild.
Visitation will be on Monday, June 25 from 9:00 until 1:00 at Valley Hills Funeral Home in Yakima, followed by graveside services at 2:00 at Terrace Heights Memorial Park. Send condolences at www.valleyhillsfh.com.
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Barbara Marie Hixson, 42, of Zillah died Tuesday, June 19 in Yakima.
Mrs. Hixson was born in Prosser. She was manager at the Subway in Zillah and worked at local stores and delis previously.
Survivors include her parents, Wally and Donna Oldfather of Zillah; her husband, Gary Aliff of Zillah; a son, Cody Grenz of Yakima; a daughter, Samantha Robillard of Zillah; three sisters, Sharon Salverda and Shelly Gallegos of Zillah and Theresa Rosseau of Yakima.
A memorial service will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at the First Baptist Church in Zillah.
Valley Hills Funeral Home and Crematory, Zillah, is in charge of arrangements.
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Richard S. Clarke
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Our beloved husband, father and grandfather, Richard S. Clarke, passed on to the Heavenly Father June 11, 2007.
He was born on September 18, 1951 to Louis Meyer (Jack) and Irene Clarke in Sunnyside, WA. He grew up in Outlook attending school in Sunnyside. He worked with his father on the ranch and then worked for A. J. Penney Ranches in cherries and grapes. Richard met Becky Stiner on July 17, 1971 at Dog Lake, where both families had gone for a day of fishing. On August 19, 1972 Richard and Becky were married in Yakima.
Richard was in the Army from 1971 to 1975 stationed in Germany, where their first child was born. He worked for Boise Cascade (Yakima Resources) from 1977 until its closure in 2005, where everyone there knew him as “Squeaky.” He attended YVCC from 1978 to 1981, graduating with an Associates Degree in Auto Mechanics. After the mill closed he attended J. M. Perry to further his education in Auto Mechanics, graduating in September 2006. He had been working at Western R.V. for only 3 weeks. He had been involved with scouting, being a troop leader for several years.
Richard was a good man, husband, father and friend. He would drop whatever he was doing to help someone if they needed him. If you needed a good mechanic Rich was your man. Richard loved fishing, wrestling, watching MASH and Walker Texas Ranger and working on cars.
He is survived by his wife Becky, son Jeremy (Angela) Clarke, daughters Jennifer Clarke of Tieton and Stacy (Scott) Fuhrman of Honolulu; granddaughter Makayla Clarke, grandson Tyler Clarke and baby boy Fuhrman; two brothers, Bill (Evelyn) Clarke of Sunnyside and Rusty (Sheila) Clarke of Tonasket; Stepmother Arletta Clarke of Salem, OR; his best friend, Gary Rew of Selah, and by numerous nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother, Bob Clarke.
We love you, Spanky, and will forever miss your smile, laugh and love. Your Spunky will forever love you.
Memorial services will he held at 2:00 p.m. on Monday, June 18, 2007 at the Yakima Chapel of Valley Hills Funeral Home.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the family to help offset funeral costs. Send condolences at www.valleyhillsfh.com.
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Lola Elaine Sparhawk
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YAKIMA - On June 11 peacefully, Lola Elaine Hopkins-Sparhawk. Born December 28th, 1927 in Carlyle, Montana.
Youngest of 9 children of Willis Franklin Curtis & Myrtle Irene (Harris).
In her younger years she loved to climb these old bare hills. She painted, loved poetry, music & British movies.
She was baptized Oct. 5, 1954 as one of Jehovah's Witnesses. She looked forward to a time when no one would get sick or die. And the earth would be a paradise again. And when all your loved ones would be resurrected. John 3:16.
She always made everyone feel welcome, had a great sense of humour which she kept til the end.
She is survived by daughter & son-in-law Gaylen & Spencer Smith, grand children Kelley, Tyler & Elpedia & Damon Smith, all of Yakima, favorite cousin Dorothy Allen, 3 sisters-in-law & several nieces & nephews.
Special thanks to Dr. Albert Brady & staff for their care & loving kindness; caregivers Nora Mendez, Terri Philps, Barbie Villalovas, and Mary Gonzales.
Also long time friends Jack & Melody Eversole, Marian De Vink, and Ericka Wilson.
Memorial services Sat. June 16 at 1:30 p.m. at Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses, 7300 Meires Rd., Moxee. "Candle light supper with light refreshments following service."
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Alvina Allmendinger, 94, of Selah died Tuesday, June 5 at Yakima Regional Medical and Cardiac Center.
Mrs. Allmendinger was born in Eureka, S.D. She was a homemaker and also worked in fruit warehouses.
Survivors include three sons, Donald Allmendinger and Edward Allmendinger of Yakima, and Harry Allmendinger of Renton, Wash.; six grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.
Graveside service will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday, June 12 in Tahoma Cemetery.
Valley Hills Funeral Home of Yakima is in charge of arrangements.
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Marlyce J. Toop
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LACEY - Marlyce J. Toop, 59, passed away at her home in Lacey on June 2, 2007. Marlyce was born December 22, 1947 in Tacoma, Wa. She was raised and attended school in Zillah and graduated from Zillah High School in 1966. After attending business school, Marlyce worked as a civil servant for the US Army for over 35 years. In her free time, Marlyce enjoyed spending time with her friends and family, and taking trips to the ocean.
Marlyce was preceded in death by her mother, L. Madge Rowland, father Matthew Rowland, sister Karen, and brother Ken Rowland.
Marlyce is survived by two sons, Leon M. Toop (Lynn Parker) of Lacey; Kevin F. Toop (Kimberly Berry- Denser) of Spanaway; 5 grandchildren, Chelsie and Kaylee of Lacey; Jordan, Justina, and Savannah of Spanaway. She is also survived by close friends Sherri Mabry of Toppenish, Mary Lou Winn of Lacey, sister-in-law Sue Rowland of Zillah, and former husband Ernie Toop also of Zillah.
Marlyce was loved and will be missed by all who knew her. A memorial service will be held for Marlyce on Saturday, June 16 at 2:00 p.m., at Valley Hills Funeral Home in Zillah.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made, in Marlyce's name to the Zillah Fallen Firefighters memorial fund, P.O. Box 388, Zillah, Wa. 98953.
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Charles Lanphere, 63, of Yakima died Sunday, June 3.
Mr. Lanphere was born in Seattle. He worked for Oroweat Bakery in Seattle for 30 years. He lived in Yakima for the past seven years.
Survivors include his wife, Shirley Lanphere; a daughter, Charlene Shamberger of Tacoma; three brothers, Howard Lanphere, Mark Lanphere and Elton Lanphere, all of Seattle; three sisters, Lori Ann, Dorothy and Jo Ann; one grandchild and two great-grandchildren.
At his request, no services will be held.
Valley Hills Funeral Home and Crematory is in charge of the arrangements.
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Jack Craig Balding, 78, of Buena died Sunday, June 3 at Yakima Valley Memorial Hospital.
Mr. Balding was born in Dayton, Wash., and served in the Navy. He had been employed as a heavy equipment operator.
Survivors include two sons, Michael Balding of Kennewick and Craig Balding of Minneapolis; three daughters, Cheryl Bloker of Tulalip, Wash., Becky Bleckinger of Union Gap and Angela Malenfant of Cedar Rapids, Iowa; and four grandchildren.
Valley Hills Funeral Home, Yakima, is in charge of arrangements.
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YAKIMA - Larenna Holden Gallagher, 75, of Moxee, passed away Saturday June 2, 2007, at Yakima Regional Hospital in Yakima.
She was born on November 4, 1931, in Lewiston, Cache County, Utah, to David Roland and Lucy Almira (Hendricks) Holden. She moved with her family from Utah to a fruit farm in Hanford, Washington, where they lived until the government moved them out in the spring of 1943, when they moved to Sunnyside. She continued her education in Sunnyside, graduating with the Class of 1950. She married Glenn Eugene Gallagher on March 29, 1952.
She is survived by a daughter, Ila Marie King, of Everett; a son, Eugene Gallagher of Moxee; a granddaughter, Allison Gallagher, of Everett; a foster daughter, Nadine LaFambroise of Lacey; two brothers, Delmar Holden (Deloris) of Yakima, Glenn Holden of Seattle; four sisters, Esther Miles (JayVale) of Sunnyside, Jerrine Fitzgerald (Russell), of Vancouver, Josephine Yetter (Larry) now serving a mission for the LDS church in Baltimore, Maryland and Gwenn Goodsell (Wayne) of Auburn; and numerous aunts, nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband, Glenn Eugene Gallagher.
Viewing and visitation will be held Tuesday, June 5, 2007, from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Valley Hills Funeral Home, Terrace Heights, and Wednesday, June 6, 2007, from 10:00 to 10:45 a.m. at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Terrace Heights. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, June 6, 2007, at 11:00 a.m. at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Terrace Heights, with burial to follow at the West Hills Memorial Park, Yakima. Valley Hills Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
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Lavonne Morgan, 74, of Yakima died Saturday, June 2 in Selah Convalescent.
Mrs. Morgan was born in Chinook, Kan. She was a homemaker.
Survivors include two daughters, Elizabeth Bonillas and Almira Cosner of Yakima; a sister, Alice Shomshak of Sedro Woolley, Wash.; two brothers, Howard Petty of Everett, Wash., and Carl Petty of Connell, Wash.; six grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren.
Memorial services are pending.
Valley Hills Funeral Home, Yakima, is in charge of arrangements.
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Daniel William Baird
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SEATTLE - Daniel was born in Yakima on May 29, 1980 to Steve Baird and Sherrie Baird-Mathers. He was raised in Selah, but resided in Seattle for the past 8 years. Daniel's life was tragically taken by a drunk driver in a hit and run accident while celebrating his 27th Birthday in Las Vegas with his good friend Paul Mathisen.
Daniel lived a fuller life than most live in a lifetime. He traveled and experienced cities all around the world from the Mediterranean to Mexico and Key West to Alaska. One of his most memorable vacations was surprising his mother on her 50th Birthday with a trip to New York City. As adventurous as he was, Daniel's heart always remained at home with his family. His camping trips and late night poker games, with his younger brothers Sawyer and Lane, were dear to his heart. He loved spending time with his two nephews Steven and Trevor. They couldn't wait for Uncle Dan to wrestle and play for hours on the floor. Daniel shared a close bond with his little sister Lexi, and always cherished his one on one time with her. As a child, Daniel emulated and idolized his big brother Steve. As they grew older, the roles reversed and Steve found himself idolizing his little brother and all his accomplishments.
Daniel was so positive and outgoing it seemed he had the world at his fingertips. His infectious smile could light up any room, while his charming ways made everyone feel like they were his best friend. Daniel's charisma and energy always made him the life of the party.
From an early age Daniel excelled in gymnastics. He went on to become an admired instructor at Gymnastics Plus, which he took great pride in. Daniel couldn't wait to take the next step, so soon after graduation he was off to start the next phase of his life in the big city of Seattle. He landed a job the day he arrived at a waterfront catering company. It was there that he met Cathy, who would become one of his closest friends and confidants. Cathy sadly and unexpectedly preceded Daniel in death and was waiting for him in Heaven.
Daniel's catering job was a stepping stone to a successful career in retail sales, beginning at the Bon Marche and ending as the top salesman at Market Optical. It was during his five years at Market Optical that he formed life long friendships with his coworkers and clients and left lasting memories.
Daniel is survived by his mother Sherrie Baird-Mathers, stepfather Steve Mathers, and younger sister Lexi Mathers, his father Steve Baird, stepmother Lisa Baird, and two younger brothers Sawyer and Lane, his older brother Steve and wife Tami Baird, and his two nephews Steven and Trevor, grandparents Tom and Pat Sharp, Warren and Norma Baird, Bob and Betty Mathers, Stan and Marilyn Connelly, and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and close friends.
Preceding him in death and waiting for him with open arms are infant brother Michael Mathers, cousin Tyler Pelkey, great grandparents Bill and Faye Linger, William and Charlotte Sharp, grandfather Cleneth Baird, and great Aunt Thelma Mikkelson.
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