Lyle Lunning

Lyle Milford Lunning, age 70, died peacefully on Wednesday, March 12, 2014, surrounded by his loving family. Lyle was born March 15, 1943 in Rapid City, South Dakota to Merrill and Opal (Netherda) Lunning. When Lyle was young his family moved to Washington where he continued to live and eventually graduate from Wapato High School in 1961. Lyle married Pamela Foster in September of 1962. After working for King Plumbing & Well Drilling they started A-1 Wapato Septic Service July 1, 1969 and in 1973 they moved to Toppenish and changed the business name to A-1 Sewer Service. Lyle then learned how to operate a backhoe and became known as “The Man to Get”. He was also a 32 Degree Mason, a past Master of the Wapato Lodge, and a member of both The Eagles and The American Legion, Post 133. Lyle loved all of his family and friends. He is survived by his son Todd (Teresa) Lunning of Zillah; 2 grand daughters Katelyn Lunning of Union Gap and Karina Lunning of Zillah; brothers Jack (Tavi) Galland of Moxee, Keith (Lori) Galland of Toppenish, Myron Lunning of Hot Springs, SD; sister Janine Sorrell; sisters-in law Karen Waldbauer and Laurie Galland, numerous nieces and nephews, and his beloved dog Millie. He is preceded in death by his parents, his brothers Jimmie and Larry Lunning, Kim Galland, and his wife Pam. A memorial service for Lyle will be held at the Toppenish Eagles from 11AM-2PM Saturday, March 29, 2014, with a Potluck and Sharing of Memories. In Lieu of flowers contributions towards his final expenses can be given at the Service, any Central Valley Bank branch, or at Valley Hills Funeral Home in Zillah. Valley Hills Funeral Home in Zillah is in care of the arrangements. Online tributes for Lyle can be left at www.valleyhillsfh.com. To order memorial trees or send flowers to the family in memory of Lyle Lunning, please visit our flower store.