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Pedro Alvarez

Pedro Alvarez

Aug 31, 2024

Pedro Eduardo Alvarez "Eddie" just shy of his 53rd birthday on October 4th, suddenly passed away peacefully on August 31st 2024. Pedro taken far too soon known to everyone as "Eddie" was a caring, loved and right hand man. A well known Granger Alumni helpful by any means to anyone who asked. A man who loved hunting, fishing, grilling, watching...

Sara Stearns

Sara Stearns

Aug 27, 2024

In Loving Memory of Sara “Sally” Stearns Sara “Sally” Stearns, a beloved mother and grandmother, devoted wife, and cherished friend, passed away peacefully on August 27th, 2024, in Sunnyside, Washington, at the age of 81. Born on September 10th, 1942, in Denver, Colorado, Sally was known for her feisty spirit and boundless warmth. Sally is survived by her loving spouse,...

Douglas Creach

Douglas Creach

Aug 22, 2024

Douglas Aurie Creach December 10th, 1954 – August 22nd, 2024 After a lengthy battle with his health and lots of prayers, our warrior, passed peacefully into the arms of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Douglas Aurie Creach was born in Sutherlin, OR December 10th, 1954 and was raised in the Yakima Valley. He graduated from Wapato High School with...

Max Gabbard

Max Gabbard

Aug 19, 2024

Max Gabbard, 89 of Selah, Washington, passed away August 19, 2024, at home with his daughter Renell at his side. Dad was born to Loyce and Alene Gabbard in Coweta, Oklahoma June 12th, 1935. The family moved to Washington State in the early 1940’s and have resided here ever since. Dad graduated from Yakima High in 1954, the same year...

Carollee Alderman

Carollee Alderman

Aug 18, 2024

Carollee Alderman age 86 passed away on August 18,2024. She was born on August 30, 1937 in Nebraska. Carollee was married to Darrell Alderman, who passed away on June 1, 2003. Carollee is survived by her children Randy Alderman of Tacoma, WA, Lori Cervine of Yakima, WA and Timmy Alderman of Texas. Carollee has two children who are passed, Debbie...

James Williamson

James Williamson

Aug 17, 2024

James Robert Williamson, 88, of Yakima, WA, died August 17, 2024, at Landmark Care and Rehabilitation. Jim Williamson was born in 1936 in Canton, NC. He graduated from Canton High School in 1954 where he was the class salutatorian and earned his athletic letter in two sports. He was selected to the All-State basketball team. He graduated from the Virginia...

Israel Canez

Israel Canez

Aug 17, 2024

Israel G. Canez, Jr., 59, died August 17, 2024, in Yakima, WA. There are no services currently scheduled. This notice was provided to give family and friends a place to leave memories and condolences. If a full obituary is prepared in the future, it will be posted here.

Martin Miranda

Martin Miranda

Aug 16, 2024

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Martin Miranda Cervantes, 72, of Wapato, who departed this life on August 16th, 2024. Born on November 11, 1951, in Veracruz, Martin displayed a spirit of warmth and kindness from a young age—qualities that would shape his extraordinary legacy. Martin found his soulmate in Maria Miranda, and together they...

Marjorie Rathbun

Marjorie Rathbun

Aug 15, 2024

Marjorie Rathbun. Survived by children Kenneth (Robin) Rathbun James (Cindy) Rathbun and Nancy Rathbun. Grandkids Nicole (Jared) Barnes, Brittney Rathbun, Madison Rathbun(Brenton Van Amburg) Josh Rathbun. Great grandkids Conner and Kennedy Van Amburg and Rylee Barnes.

Carl Oord

Carl Oord

Aug 14, 2024

Carl Leslie Oord, born on September 8, 1956, in Toppenish, Washington passed away August 14, 2024, in Kennewick, Washington. He lived to be 67 and then went home to be with the Lord. He was the fourth child of Jasper and Mildred Oord and spent his first years on a small orchard in Zillah Washington. In 1960 the family moved...

Louis Oliveros

Louis Oliveros

Aug 13, 2024

Louis Bernal Oliveros, Jr., was born on October 20, 1944, in San Bernardino, California, he received his angel wings on August 13, 2024. Louis is survived by his two sisters, Christina Morales from Yakima, Washington and Martha Williams from Melissa, Texas. Two brothers Ernie Tinoco and Frank Romero, Jr. both from California. He has one niece Diana Johns from Plano,...

Shane Bennett

Shane Bennett

Aug 13, 2024

It is with sadden hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved son, brother, uncle, cousin and friend Shane Patrick Bennett. Shane Patrick Bennett was born on June 9, 1963, in Yakima, WA., to Suzanne Miller and Kenneth Bennett. Shane died unexpectedly on August 13, 2024, in the loving care of the staff at Gleed Orchard Manor in Naches,...

Gladys Seelatee

Gladys Seelatee

Aug 13, 2024

Gladys Deanna Seelatsee 3/24/65 - 8/13/24 Daughter of Leona D. Smiscon and Frank D. Seelatsee has left us at the age of 59. Having worked in Payroll and Human Services, her whole career life as well as fostering 23 children has left many lives touched by hers . A pivotal figure in society where her love for basketball, softball and...

Alice Durant

Alice Durant

Aug 12, 2024

Alice Rose Alexander Durant Born to James and Annie Alexander on September 17th 1935 in White Swan Washington. She was 88 years old. Alice worked as a beautician, seamstress, Forrest Service. But she most loved to fish on the mighty Columbia River. She was the best elder fisherwoman in zone 6. She is survived by her children, Micheal Alan, Jaime...

Margie Cristler

Margie Cristler

Aug 10, 2024

Margie Alice Cristler passed away peacefully at her home in Yakima, Washington on August 10, 2024. She was born in Seattle, Washington on November 16, 1943, to Roman R. and Bertha E. (Siepmann) Szelap. The family moved to Onalaska, Washington in 1948, where Margie attended school, graduating in 1962. Margie married Edward H. Cristler in1964 and they lived in the...

Ruben Ruiz

Ruben Ruiz

Aug 7, 2024

Ruben Ruiz, a cherished husband, brother, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully at his home in Wapato on August 7, 2024, at the age of 92. Surrounded by his loving family, his final moments were a testament to the profound bonds he cherished throughout his life. Born on June 22, 1932, in Ordway, Colorado, Ruben was the beloved son...

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