Geraldine Miller
Dec 2, 2024
Geraldine Pinkham Miller “Kisumxay” was born March 5, 1936 in Toppenish, WA and raised in Tacoma, Toppenish, WA and Lapwai, ID. She grew up helping her father herd cattle around Pine Springs, helping take fish to market from Celilo Falls to Portland, OR, and she developed a lifelong love for gathering and preparing our foods and medicines. She eventually met...
Heraldo Dacusin
Dec 1, 2024
A sailor’s final journey No more ports to dock, no harbors safe and warm, The sea is all around me, a never-ending storm. The sails are torn and tattered, the ropes have turned to rust, I’ve sailed these waters long enough, and in the waves, I trust. The wind, it howls like ghostly calls from days long past, No compass...
Richard Elliott
Nov 30, 2024
Richard "Dick" Elliott, age 82, passed on November 30, 2024, in Yakima, WA. Mr. Elliott was born on June 22, 1942 in Modesto, CA. No services are currently planned. Memories and condolences may be shared at: www.valleyhillsfh.com
Marcelo Benson
Nov 28, 2024
Marcelo Anthony Benson, “Iks Iks Spiliyay,” 27, was born in Toppenish, Washington, on December 16, 1996, to Roger Benson Sr. and Desiree Howard. He is an enrolled member of the Yakama Nation. Marcelo began his journey on November 28, 2024, marked by resilience, courage, and a caring spirit that touched the lives of many. Marcelo experienced many challenges in life,...
Michelle De Luna
Nov 23, 2024
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of my mother, Michelle Lynn DeLuna. Mom passed away peacefully with us at her side, on November 23rd, 2024. Mom began her life on April 6, 1976 in Sunnyside, Washington, and was the joy of her parents, Ramon DeLuna and Lydia Lopez DeLuna. From the start, she lived a life...
Paulina Valadez
Nov 22, 2024
Paulina M. Valadez was born on June 28th, 1929 by Maximina and Marcelino Reynoso. On November 22nd, 2024, she was called home by the Lord. Paulina is now reunited with her husband Guadalupe Valadez and her two sons Jesus and Lupito Valadez. She lives on through her 10 children, 25 grandchildren, and 44 great grandchildren. Paulina dedicated her life to...
Maria Garza
Nov 19, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Maria Leticia Mancinas Garza “Letty”, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, who passed away peacefully on November 19, 2024, at the age of 70. Leticia was born on April 27, 1954, in Mina, Nuevo León, Mexico. She was a devoted wife to her husband, Fidel Mancinas, whom she married...
Nanette Davis
Nov 17, 2024
Nanette 'Nan' Hamon Davis of Selah, Washington, passed away peacefully on November 17th, 2024, surrounded by her loved ones. Born on August 12th, 1949, in Gooding, Idaho, Nanette was a devoted wife, beloved matriarch, and an inspiration to all who knew her. She leaves behind her loving husband, Don G. Davis, with whom she shared an inseparable bond. Nanette’s greatest...
Maria Villanueva
Nov 16, 2024
Maria Consuelo Villanueva, known dearly as Chelo, was born on June 17, 1971 in Mexico. She embarked on the journey to conquer the American Dream and worked hard since the day she arrived to the United States 26 years ago. On November 16, 2024, Maria passed away peacefully surrounded by her children. She was 53 years old. Maria is preceded...
Gene Paz
Nov 16, 2024
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved brother. Gene Paz, who left us on November 16th 2024. He was 67 years old. Gene was born on May 15th 1957 to Salvador and Josephine Paz in Yakima Washington. He grew up in Wapato Washington, where he attended Wapato Senior High School. He later pursue his...
Minoru Sakamoto
Nov 14, 2024
Minoru David Sakamoto passed away November 14, 2024, surrounded by his children at home after suffering a stroke. He was 89. He was born August 12, 1935, in Toppenish, Washington. He spent his childhood in the Lower Valley with his immigrant Father and Seattle born Mother along with his eight siblings farming on the Indian Reservation. In 1942, with the...
William Condon
Nov 11, 2024
"A COWBOY'S LAST REQUEST" Let me tell you folks Who have gathered here today That I'm a proud and thankful cowboy Who has just passed away I know it's hard But, please don't cry Fer I'm now ridin' Gods trails High up in the sky The hoss I'm ridin' now Don't spook, buck or kick Fer God stables perfect horses...
Rhea Murphy
Nov 10, 2024
On November 10th, 2024 my beloved wife Rhea Murphy, of Yakima, Washington, lost her long and courageous battle with multiple health issues. Since we met in high school we have loved and cared for each other. Rhea enjoyed her beloved family, friends, and was the most caring person to everyone. She loved horses and after she could no longer ride,...
Maria Robledo
Nov 8, 2024
Maria Antonia Robledo was born to Benito Cavazos and Hortencia Rodriguez Cavazos on Feb. 11, 1946 in Tamaulipas Mexico. She came to the United States with her parents when she was two years old. She was married to Lorenzo Robledo in 1965. She was a devoted wife and mother. Antonia had 10 brothers and sisters. She had four children, eight...
