Obituaries

Nov 20, 2018

“Well done, my good and faithful servant. Come, share your master’s joy!” (Matthew 25:23). Cecelia Moser, a long-time resident of Yakima, passed away Tuesday, November 20, 2018, at Chaplaincy Hospice Care in Kennewick with her family by her side, one day shy of her 88th birthday. One of 13 children, Cecelia was born to Valentine and Katherine Materi on November...

Nov 18, 2018

Irene Rodriguez Hernandez, of Harrah, WA went peacefully to be with the Lord on November 18, 2018 at Cottage in the Meadow at the age of 80 years old. Irene was born on October 20, 1938 in Poteet, Texas to Salvador and Timotea Rodriguez. She married Juan M. Hernandez on April 12, 1959 in the town of Poteet, Texas. They...

Nov 17, 2018

Don Williams, passed away in Yakima, Washington on Saturday, November 17th. One of eight children, born March 6, 1925, he grew up in Flathead county, Montana.  His Dad died when he was 16 and Don was the head of the family for a time.  With an 8th grade education, Don was self-made man, starting out self-employed with one truck operating...

Nov 17, 2018

Francisca (Pancha) López Muñoz, 60, of Yakima, Washington, spread her wings and flew to heaven on Saturday, November 17, 2018, after having fought a very long and difficult battle with cancer. Francisca was born on October 23rd, 1958, in Dickens County, Texas, to Juan and Julia G. Lopez. Pancha attended Sunnyside Schools. She married her junior high school sweetheart, Arnold...

Nov 17, 2018

Graciela Amanda Rivas, passed away in her loving home at the heartfelt age of 57 on November 17, 2018. She was born in Redmond, Oregon on November 11, 1961 to her parents Raymundo M. And Carolina P. Rivas. She attended Sunnyside High School until she graduated in 1980. Graciela later became a paraeducator for the Sunnyside School District as well...

Nov 15, 2018

El Jardin De Dios Dios vio que estavas cansado, y una cura no hiva ser, te covijo con sus brazos Y susurro: “Venir a Mi” Usted no se merecio lo que paso, haci que te dio descanso. El jardin de Dios debe ser muy hermoso, Pues solo elije lo mejor. Y cuando te vi durmiendo muy tranquilo y liblre de...

Nov 14, 2018

Private family graveside will be held.

Nov 14, 2018

Leland Ray Thompson, age 32, of Bloomington, MN, journeyed to the Spirit World on Nov. 14, 2018. Survived by mother, Laurie Manylightnings; father, Leon Thompson; brother and sisters, Richard, Laurelei, Mariah and Skyla Thompson. Preceded by grandparents, Richard Thompson, Johanna Senator and Frances EastmanLeland Ray Thompson Wakantuya Wambdi Hoksina Eagle That Flies The Highest Ta-Ow-Son Funeral Service: Saturday, November 17...

Nov 14, 2018

Miguel Farias Cacho, age 72, of Toppenish passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 14, 2018 in his home. He was born in Coalcoman, Mexico to Adolfo Farias and Eutimia Cacho Farias. He was a farm worker who enjoyed fishing and music throughout his life. He is survived by his wife Maria, his five children: Roberto, Enrique, Jose Luis, Ana, and...

Nov 13, 2018

No local service.

Nov 9, 2018

Ruth Ann (Kendrick) England of Toppenish passed away on Friday, November 9th 2018 She was born on March 23, 1942, in Laramie, Wyoming to William and Marie Kendrick. She was raised and educated in Fox Park, Wyoming. The family moved to Washington and resided in the Toppenish and Zillah area. On August 11, 1962, she married Alvin England. Ruth worked...

Nov 9, 2018

Maria Guadalupe Simental “Lupe”, age 64, of Sunnyside, WA; passed away peacefully on Friday, November 9, 2018, at Kadlec Hospital in Richland, WA. She was born in Durango, Mexico to Maria I Luevanos and Refuigo Simental on December 13, 1953.   She lived in California for most of her life and moved in 2014 to Sunnyside, WA. Lupe enjoyed listening to...

Nov 9, 2018

Diana passed away peacefully on November 9, 2018. She is a part of the Dine (Navajo) Nation, born September 2, 1951 and raised in Coal Mine Mesa, Arizona. Her clans are Tsé deeshgizhnii – Rock Gap Clan, Chíshí – Chiricahua Apache, Bįįh bitoodnii – Deer Spring, Tábąąhi– Water’s edge. She has been a part of many native communities and spent...

Nov 9, 2018

Your gentle face and patient smile With sadness we recall You had a kindly word for each And died beloved by all. The voice is mute and stilled the heart That loved us well and true. Ah, bitter was the trial to part From one so good as you. You are not forgotten loved one Nor will you ever be....

Nov 7, 2018

Nov 7, 2018

A Celebration of Mike's life will be Sunday, November 18 from 2pm-close at The Edge Steakhouse & Sports Lounge at Zintel Creek Golf Club (314 N. Underwood Kennewick WA 99336)

Nov 7, 2018

Inez (Espinoza) Estrada, 94, of Wapato, WA was called home November 7, 2018. Inez was born October 15, 1924 in Wiley, Colorado to Pete Espinoza and Paula Navarro. Inez married Martin M Estrada in 1942. She was a member of Guadalupana at St. Peter Claver Catholic Church. She took great pride in her peonies and roses. She had an open...

Nov 5, 2018

Joe Garcia Jr. passed away as he lived, surrounded by his children and grandchildren, on November 5th, 2018. Joe generously shared laughter, wit, and humor throughout his life, which endeared him to the hearts and memories of many friends and family. Growing up, Joe was the youngest living child of eight children. His strong dedication to work was a wonderful...

Nov 3, 2018

Shirley Mae Humann, age 73, went to heaven on November 3, 2018. She was born on May 30th, 1945 in Grandview, WA. She was the youngest of 3 children to John and Margie Nelson. She raised 2 wonderful sons Matthew and Travis who she dedicated her adult life making sure they had everything they needed and experienced many adventures. Nana...

Nov 2, 2018

Marion Edna parry, 89, died November 2, 2018 at home in Zillah, WA where she lived with her daughter Tammy Robillard. She was born on Dec. 30, 1928 in Glennville, Minnesota, the daughter of Edgar Ray Eckert and Lama Aarrud. Marion graduated high school class of 1947 from the Northwest Nazarene Academy in Nampa, Idaho. After High School she moved...