Obituaries

Mar 18, 2025

Janet Kay Lawrence was born to Melvin and Jeannette Lawrence on January 20, 1943 in Toppenish Washington. She started her schooling in Toppenish but soon transferred to White Swan where her parents relocated to start their own farm and ranch. She met the love of her life James Lee McCormick when he was stationed at the Yakima Firing Center. They...

Mar 16, 2025

Donald (Don) David Stonemetz, 80, passed away peacefully on March 16, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. Don was born on April 26, 1944, in Portland, Oregon, to Donald W. and Corine (Doris) Stonemetz. Shortly after his birth, the Stonemetz family moved to Naches Heights, where Don attended school in the Highland School District. After high school, Don began working...

Mar 15, 2025

Paul Michael “Mike” Desmarais, February 17, 1941 to March 15, 2025 The sun set one final time for Paul Michael Desmarais on Saturday, March 15 th , at the age of 84. He was surrounded by loved ones, including his wife of 60 years, as he fearlessly and with great resolve traversed into the great unknown. Mike was a man...

Mar 15, 2025

Mar 14, 2025

We celebrate the life and mourn the loss of Trinidad Maldonado, Jr., who was born on April 28, 1970, in Los Angeles, California, and left us on March 14, 2025. Trinidad, known for his charismatic personality and loving attributes, resided in Spokane, Washington, where his jovial spirit was a beacon of light in the lives of those around him. His...

Mar 14, 2025

Mar 11, 2025

Maria Angelina Perez November 1st, 1931- March 11, 2025 It is with heartfelt sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved mother Maria Angelina Perez on the day of March 11th, 2025 at the age of 93. Passing away peacefully and surrounded by her children, Angelina was allowed to meet our heavenly Father while living the remainder of her...

Mar 10, 2025

Richard Olszewski, 84, Yakima, WA

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved father, Richard

Olszewski, who passed away peacefully at home on March 10, 2025 at the age of 84. A proud

veteran of the U.S. Navy and above all a devoted family man, his unwavering love and

commitment leave a legacy that will be forever cherished.

Richard was...

Mar 10, 2025

David (Dave) was born in Georgetown, Texas, on July 11, 1934. He moved to Washington in the early 1940s with his family, where they settled in Toppenish. He attended Toppenish High School, where he was the star of the boxing team. He married his high school sweetheart, Maria (Mary) Maltos, on December 18, 1954, and they spent an amazing 70...

Mar 8, 2025

Denise Monica Roscom, 56, of Granger, WA, passed away on March 8, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Denise was born on January 6, 1969, to Carol Gomez and Alexander Roscom in Lakeport, California. Denise was a tribal member of Big Valley Band of Pomo Indians. She spent her early years in California before her family relocated to Toppenish, Washington,...

Mar 7, 2025

It’s with heavy hearts and deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Louisa Jane Suggs, 96, of Toppenish, WA. She passed peacefully surrounded by her loving family members on March 7, 2025. Louisa was born in Salem, Oregon, on March 12, 1928, to Joseph S. and Alma C. Spalding (Olson). Louisa spent her formative years in Salem and Chemawa,...

Mar 7, 2025

Dorothy Louise Lowry Cullen Dorothy Lowry Cullen was born June 11, 1928 to John B Lowry and Lois (Anderson) Lowry at their home on Hudson Rd, in Outlook Wa. She passed quietly on March 7, 2025 surrounded by her family. Dorothy attended Outlook School graduating 8th grade in 1942 and High School in Sunnyside in 1946 as a member of...

Mar 6, 2025

Mar 6, 2025

Mar 6, 2025

Gilbert Acosta Jr was embraced in the loving arms of his Father Jesus Christ on March 6, 2025. Gibby, as he was also known, had a spirit that touched the hearts of many. Though his circumstances were often difficult, he remained a part of our world, reminding us all of the importance of compassion and humanity. He was born January...

Mar 4, 2025

Mar 4, 2025

We tragically lost my mother, Sue Johnson, on March 4th, 2025, as she was traveling home in her private 2-seater Cessna from Yakima to Chelan, WA. After being up all night, watching the flight radar app showing the black hawk helicopter circling and searching for her, our family received the news the following day from search and rescue who found...

Mar 3, 2025

Mario G. Vela nació en el estado de Monterrey, México, el 8 de diciembre de 1967, hijo de Magdaleno Vela y Eva Garza Vela (fallecida). En 1986, en Wapato, WA, Mario conoció al amor de su vida, María P. Vela. Se casaron el 28 de noviembre de 1987 y, ledieron la bienvenida a su primer hijo, Mario Vela Jr., seguido...

Mar 2, 2025

Pamela J. Owens, age 65, of Wapato, Washington, passed peacefully on Sunday, March 2, 2025, in Toppenish, Washington. Mrs. Owens was born on October 3, 1959, in Yakima, Washington. When the obituary is completed, it will be posted here.

Mar 1, 2025

Lillian Marlene Anrig, passed away March 1st, 2025, two days before her 87th birthday. She was born 3/3/1938 to Tye and Lilivon Bolt and raised in Glenwood, Washington with 6 brothers and sisters. Lillian graduated from Glenwood High School in 1956. Lillian met and married Charles J Eaton in 1957 and spent 10 years traveling between San Diego California and...