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Ruth Olive Rashford
Mar 19, 2026
Ruth O. Rashford, cherished resident of Zillah, Washington, peacefully passed away on March 19, 2026, at the age of 93. Born on December 22, 1932, in Yakima, Washington, Ruth was the beloved daughter of John and Olive Cochran.
On January 22, 1951, she united in marriage with her devoted husband, Benny, with whom she shared a lifetime of love and partnership....
Romeo Ybarra
Mar 13, 2026
SUNNYSIDE – Romeo Ybarra, born on July 28, 1947, in Hoopeston, Illinois, passed away on March 13, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of honor, hard work, and deep devotion to his family.
In 1968, Romeo stepped forward to serve his country in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War. For his bravery and dedicated service, he was decorated with the National...
Bruce L. Hoptowit
Mar 6, 2026
Bruce Lee Hoptowit, 42, of Yakima, Washington, passed away in Wapato, Washington on March 6, 2026.
He was born on November 18, 1983 in Yakima, Washington to Ricky Glenn Hoptowit and Michelle (DePrey) Hoptowit. Bruce grew up in the Yakima valley and was very smart at a young age and was in the “ Program for Accelerated Learning” program at Wide...
Joyce M Oppie
Mar 6, 2026
Joyce M Gidion Oppie was born January 29, 1936 in Mabton, WA. She attended Mabton schools where she graduated. Joyce became the very first elected Miss Mabton.
She passed March 6, 2026 at Amber Hills in Prosser, where she made her home after the death of her daughter, Jeri Rome and son in law Lee Rome to cancer. She also is...
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