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Carmen Rendon

Carmen Rendon

Jul 5, 2025

16 de julio, 1936 — 5 de julio, 2025

El Sábado, 5 de julio de 2025, Carmen Rendon, con 88 años, de Sunnyside, WA, fue llamada por nuestro creador. Nació el 16 de julio de 1936 en Chiautla de Tapia, Puebla, México. Carmen será recordada por siempre por sus hijos Efren Hernandez, Angelo Degante, y su hijas Lourdes Degante-Cardoso, y Francisca...

Aaron Pena

Aaron Pena

Jul 2, 2025

It is with deep sorrow that we announce that our beloved Aaron David Pena passed away on July 2, 2025

in Yakima, Washington at the age of 49. Aaron was born on November 19, 1975 to Ramiro Pena and

Rose Fraga (Guzman) at St. Elizabeth’s hospital in Yakima, Washington.

Aaron went to school in Yakima before moving to Fresno, California where he completed...

Ada Ruth Whitmore

Ada Ruth Whitmore

Jul 2, 2025

Ada Ruth Rasmusson was born in her grandmother Ada Porter's house south of Sunnyside, WA on May 8, 1930.

She passed away July 2, 2025 at The Orchards in Grandview, WA. She was the first, and only girl, of five kids born to Durman and Jewel (Porter) Rasmusson. Mom spent her childhood roaming the streets of Bickleton and trying to outwit...

Ramona S. Roa

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...

Roy Barrett

Roy Barrett

Jun 28, 2025

Roy passed away peacefully at the age of 81, June 28th 2025 at home surrounded by family and friends. He was born September 5, 1943, in Arkansas, to Eula and Wesley Barrett. He is survived by his loving wife and soulmate of 47 years Lori Barrett, his daughter Jennifer Peppers (Dusty), stepson David Hudson, 3 estranged children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces,...

Kelly "Ilamxshki" Dean Holliday

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...

Christopher Ray De Luna

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 25, 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,...

Guadalupe Garza

Guadalupe Garza

Jun 25, 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...

Marvin Koop

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

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

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...

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