Jennifer Marie George
Feb 12, 2026
Jennifer “Jen” Marie George-Fiander was born on December 30, 1977, and passed away February 12, 2026. She was brought into this world by her late father Macy Greg George and her mother Barbara “Bo” Jo Haggerty. Jennifer was raised and educated in White Swan, WA, where she attended Fort Simcoe Job Corps. During that time, she built friendships that became...
Betty Cherry
Feb 11, 2026
Betty J. Cherry
July 31, 1935 – February 11, 2026
Betty was born on July 31, 1935, in Salem, Arkansas, to Ina L. Owens (Cochran) and Jesse D.
Owens. She met her husband, William (Bill) F. Cherry, while he was serving in the U.S. Army.
They were married on March 15, 1953, in Salem, Arkansas. Later that same year, the couple
made their home in...
Marilyn E Smith
Feb 10, 2026
Marilyn Smith was born on September 9th 1941 to Ken and Irma Alderson. She fell asleep in Jesus on February 10th 2026. She was born and raised in the Yakima Valley. She is survived by her Husband Dave and her two sons and their wives David Jr. and Tammy and Kenny and Tina, her sister Deanna and brother Norm, and...
Cristoval Ramirez Sr.
Feb 9, 2026
Cristoval Ramirez Jr., beloved father and family anchor, was born on April 7, 1960, and passed away on February 4, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family.
Cristoval was born to Cristoval Ramirez and Paula Garza in Mercedes, Texas. In 1963, he moved with his family to Sunnyside, Washington, where he made his home until the time of his death.
Cristoval...
Roger Davis Stahi
Feb 8, 2026
Roger Davis Stahi, “Monk,” 63, of Wapato, WA, passed away surrounded by family at his home on February 08, 2026. He was born July 13, 1962, in Toppenish, WA to the late Marvin Stahi Sr. and the late Roberta Shippentower-Stahi.
Monk was formerly employed at Mt. Adams Furniture Factory, Yakama Nation Land Enterprise, Yakama Nation Fire Management and Yakama Nation Fisheries...
Choella Yvonne Dorais
Feb 7, 2026
Choella Yvonne (Boster) Dorais, 86, passed away Saturday February 7, 2026 at Memorial Hospital in Yakima, Wa. surrounded by her loved ones.
Yvonne was born July 23, 1939 to Darrell and Beulah Boster. She grew up in the Yakima Valley living in the lower valley, Yakima, and Moxee where she met her husband Joe Dorais. Yvonne was a beloved mother of...
Daniel John Bloom
Feb 7, 2026
The memorial service for Daniel will be announced at a later date. The family kindly requests that no flowers be sent at all.
Jesus Santoyo
Feb 5, 2026
Jesus Santoyo, born on July 15, 1978, passed away surrounded by his family.
He was a devoted husband to his wife, Silvia Rivera, and a proud father to their five children, Noe De Jesus Santoyo Rivera, Kassandra Santoyo Rivera, Johan Santoyo Rivera, Ismael Santoyo Rivera, and Camilo Santoyo Rivera . He will be remembered for his love, strength, and the lasting impact...
Gale Allen Tucker
Feb 3, 2026
In Loving Memory of Gale Allen Tucker
Gale Allen Tucker was called to be with the Lord on Tuesday, February 3, 2026.
Gale was born on August 29, 1946, in Ahtanum, Washington to Doyle Tucker and Virginia Reich. He and his twin brother Dale were born prematurely……and although Gale was the only one who survived, he faced lifelong challenges due to complications...
Maria Cruz Mendoza
Jan 31, 2026
Born on April 28th, 1934, in La Tigra, Michoacan, Maria Cruz Mendoza de Verduzco lived a life filled with love, a big family, and strength. She was the mother/grandmother/great-grandmother of many and the heart of her family. Her home was always open, her table always full, and her love unwavering. She was loved by her 16 children, 61 grandchildren, 85...
Raymond Carl Schibig
Jan 31, 2026
Raymond Carl Schibig passed away unexpectedly on January 31, 2026 at the age of 65. He was born on October 28, 1960 in Yakima, WA to Robert and Loraine Schibig. Ray grew up on their farm in Wapato but lived in Seattle for a number of years before he returned to the valley to take over operation of the family...
Jose Funtillon
Jan 30, 2026
In Loving Memory of Jose Aragon Funtillon
August 27, 1951 – January 30, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Jose Aragon Funtillon, a
dedicated public servant, a beloved family man, and a friend to all. Known for his
infectious laughter and unwavering commitment to others, Jose leaves behind a legacy
of service, kindness, and a life well-lived across two...
Mario E. Morales
Jan 29, 2026
Mario E. Morales
October 29, 1954 – January 29, 2026, 12:50 a.m.
Mario E. Morales passed away peacefully on January 29 at 12:50 a.m. He was a loving, giving man whose presence could fill a room and whose absence will be deeply felt.
Mario was the kind of man who loved to shoot the shit—he walked his walk and talked his talk, always...
