Obituaries
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Joshua Owens
Aug 13, 2018
He might have left our sights but never our hearts and memories. He was tragically taken from us August 13, 2018. Josh enjoyed spending his quality time with family members, which included fishing, hunting, going to the Longhouse, camping, sports, swimming, laughing & teasing family. He was going to attend Toppenish High School as a freshman this fall. He was...
Melissa Ringer
Aug 13, 2018
Melissa Kay Ringer, 46, of Yakima, Washington unexpectedly passed away in her home during the early morning hours of August 13, 2018. Melissa was brought into this world by her parents Michelin and Mary Hurst on December 16, 1971. She became a mother very young and always regarded raising her four children as her greatest accomplishment. Melissa had always been...
Jenny Aggett
Aug 11, 2018
“Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of His saints” – Psalm 116:15 Jenny Aggett went home to be with her Lord and Savior August 11, 2018 after a very brief battle with cancer. She was born Delores Lockie to Mary and George Lockie in Everett, WA on October 1, 1937. She was raised in a Godly...
Martha Mitchell
Aug 8, 2018
At 3:40 a.m. on August 8th, 2018 Martha L. Mitchell entered her new life with her Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ. Martha was born to John and Maude Oliver in Lee’s Summit, Missouri on October 26, 1927. She moved to Yakima with her family when she was about 13 years old. Martha was preceded in death by her parents John...
Silvia Zavala
Aug 8, 2018
God's Garden God looked around his garden And found an empty place. He then looked down upon the earth, And saw your tired face. He put His arms around you And lifted you to rest. God’s garden must be beautiful, He always takes the best. He knew that you were suffering, He knew that you were in pain. He knew...
Bryon Begaye
Aug 6, 2018
Bryon Begaye January 5, 1972 - August 6, 2018 Bryon Begaye of Granger was born in Tuba City, Arizona to Diane Begay-Mendoza. At age 46 the creator called our beloved brother home to rest. Bryon was a well loved man by all and a member of the Navajo Nation. He is survived by his mother, Diana Begaye-Mendoza; stepfather, Jose Mendoza;...
Roger Hunt
Aug 6, 2018
I'm Free Don't grieve for me, for now I'm free, I'm following the path God laid for me. I took his hand when I heard his call, I turned my back and left it all. I could not stay another day, To laugh, to love, to work, to play. Tasks left undone must stay that way, I've found that peace...
Daniel Petker
Aug 2, 2018
Daniel William Petker passed away, surrounded by loved ones, in his residence at Living Care Community, Yakima, WA on August 2, 2018. Born on July 26, 1923 in Alexanderkrone, Russia to parents, Paul and Helena Poetker, he was the fifth of nine children to live to adulthood. At the age of 2 ½, the family emigrated from Russia to Canada....
Frances Polk
Jul 31, 2018
Frances Lynn Polk, 46, passed away July 31, 2018 at Cottage in the Meadow. She was born December 29, 1971 in Toppenish, WA to Randy Sohappy Sr. and Charlotte Kahama. Frances lived in Wapato, WA all her life. She was an MVP at Basketball in High School. She enjoyed cooking, beadwork, and spending time with her grandchildren. Survivors include her...
Silvio Olney
Jul 30, 2018
SILVIO R. OLNEY YAKIMA- Silvio R. Olney, 40, died unexpectedly July 30th, 2018, in the comfort of his own home. He was born May 13th,1978 at Yakima Valley Memorial, the son of Pete D. Rodriguez, and Leah M. (Olney) Rodriguez. Silvio, was a well known craftsman, and used that gift in his construction career since he was young. Taught by...
Simon Estrada
Jul 28, 2018
Simon Sanchez Estrada was born to Guadalupe Estrada and Isidra Sanchez on February 16, 1965, in Reynosa, Mexico. He passed away July 28th of 2018 surrounded by his loving family in Sunnyside, Washington. He is survived by his children; Simon Estrada Jr, Jose Guadalupe Estrada, Julio Cesar Estrada, Elizabeth Estrada, Eduardo Estrada, Jessica Estrada, Vanessa Estrada, Esther Estrada and Maritza...
Dale Loucks
Jul 27, 2018
Dale S. Loucks, age 93, of Yakima passed away July 27, 2018. He was born on November 1, 1924 in Curlew, Washington. Dale is preceded in death by one son, Stanley and one grandson Ryan; his parents, three brothers, and two sisters. He leaves behind his loving wife Ellen, one daughter Christine (Steve) and six grandchildren and great grandchildren. Dale...
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