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Ramona S. Roa
Jun 30, 2025
Ramona Roa, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and sister, passed away peacefully on June 30th, 2025, at the age of 80. Her life was a beautiful example of love, strength, and faith.
Born on December 29th, 1944, in Osceola, Arkansas, to Antonio and Refugia Sanchez. Ramona was raised in Levelland, Texas, before moving to Wapato, Washington, in 1962. In 1964, she...
Kelly "Ilamxshki" Dean Holliday
Jun 28, 2025
Kelly Dean Holliday Sr. 45 passed away Saturday June 28, 2025. He was born in
Madras, Or on March 6, 1980. The son of Ray Holliday and Denise Lewis (Wahsise).
Kelly was raised in White Swan by mom and stepfather, Charlie Lewis. He graduated
from White Swan High School in 1999. Kelly survived by his 5 children. Jonna
Holliday-George, Kaylynn Bailey-Holliday, Kelly Dean Holliday...
Guadalupe Garza
Jun 26, 2025
With profound sadness and heartfelt love, we announce the passing of Guadalupe Gonzalez.
Garza, who went home to be with her Lord and Savior on June 25, 2025, at the age of 79.
Born on September 29, 1945, Guadalupe lived a life full of love, strength, and unwavering faith. For 59 years, she was the beloved wife of Porfirio Garza, with whom...
Christopher Ray De Luna
Jun 25, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Christopher Ray DeLuna, who was born on December 24, 1983 in Galveston, Texas. Christopher departed for his new adventure from this world on June 23, 2025. Christopher was the beloved son of Ramon DeLuna and Ellen DeLuna. He leaves behind his father Ramon, step-mom Tommie, grandparents Ray and Clara,...
Celia Alvarez Fernandez
Jun 20, 2025
With a heavy heart we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Celia Alvarez Fernandez who was called up to heaven to join our heavenly Father after battling cancer on June 20, 2025 at the age of seventy nine.
She passed away peacefully surrounded by her children at home. Born in Mexico in a small rancho called Gomez Farias on May...
Marvin Koop
Jun 17, 2025
Marvin Eugene Koop, 85, passed away on June 17, 2025, in Yakima, Washington. Born
on May 30, 1940, in Boise, Idaho, Marvin was a cherished member of the community
known for his deep-rooted love for sports and his dedication to service organizations.
A proud veteran, Marvin served in the U.S. Army, where he developed a profound
sense of duty and camaraderie. After his military...
Julia Elizabeth Smithwick
Jun 13, 2025
Julia Elizabeth (Culver) Smithwick passed away peacefully on June 13th, 2025, on her mother’s birthday. She was born in Anchorage, Alaska on November 14, 1918. Soon thereafter her family moved back to the Yakima Valley where she grew to adulthood.
Her elementary schooling took place in a one room "schoolhouse" to which she and her older brother, Bob, arrived by horseback....
Victoria L. Batin Mandac
Jun 11, 2025
Victoria L. Mandac
March 10, 1944 – June 11, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Victoria (Vicki) Lee (Batin) Mandac, who left us peacefully surrounded by her husband, children, and grandchildren on Wednesday, June 11, 2025, in Sunnyside, Washington. Vicki was born on March 10, 1944, and spent her life in Wapato, Washington.
In 1960, Vicki met the...
Virginia Rios Nieto
Jun 11, 2025
Virginia Nieto, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on June 11th, 2025. Born in Billings, Montana. Virginia lived a life full of joy, humor, and warmth that touched everyone who knew her.
Virginia was known for her positive spirit and quick wit. Her joyful energy was contagious, and she had a talent for...

Wesley John Williams
Jun 9, 2025
Wesley John Williams,32, was born September 26, 1992 in Yakima, Washington to Joyce Paula and Carnegie Williams. He was called Home on June 9, 2025. Wesley attended school in Toppenish, WA. Growing up he loved the game of basketball, playing with different local teams. He was an accomplished Varsity player for the Toppenish Wildcats and was a part of a...
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