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Rafael Magaña

Rafael Magaña

Jul 25, 2025

Rafael Magaña a beloved husband, father, and grandfather and long time businessman passed away on July 25, 2025, surrounded by his loved ones. He was 60 years old born on April 27, 1965, in Uruapan, Michoacán to Maria Magaña and Rafael Godínez.

He traveled to the United States at the age 16. Lived and worked in California until settling in Grandview,...

Paul Ivan Allen

Paul Ivan Allen

Jul 23, 2025

Paul Ivan Allen, 79, of Zillah Wa passed away peacefully at home on July 23. Paul was devoted to his family, his church and his community and will be greatly missed.



Paul was born in Wenatchee , Wa on March 29, 1946 to Meryl Ivan and Ruth (Perkins) Allen. He was the 3rd of 5 children. The family moved to a...

Delbert (Buzz) Wayne Widmyer

Delbert (Buzz) Wayne Widmyer

Jul 20, 2025

Delbert Wayne (Buzz) Widmyer born 1/15/1932 - 7/20/2025Buzz spent most of his younger years rodeoing and working on a cattle ranch. Later in life, he showed Registered Paint Horses.There wasn't a day he didn't look forward to spending it fishing at his favorite fishing holes. There will be no funeral at this time.The family is going to have a small...

Julian D. Pinkham Sr.

Julian D. Pinkham Sr.

Jul 17, 2025

Obituary for Julian D. Pinkham Sr.

Julian D. Pinkham Sr., Holtux and AuchBiAdaAuchJulianBauch (Crow), a revered elder of the Yakama Nation and a lifelong advocate for tribal justice, education, and cultural preservation, passed away surrounded by family and community. A proud member of the Whistling Water Clan, Julian’s life was a testament to service, tradition, and leadership.

A Sundance Chief and respected...

Elaine Madison

Elaine Madison

Jul 16, 2025

In Loving Memory of

Elaine (Cawley) Madison January 24, 1939 – July 16, 2025

It is with deep sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of Elaine (Cawley) Madison, who left us at the age of 86 on July 16, 2025, in Yakima, Washington.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, August 9, 2025, at 1:00 PM at Wiley Union Church,...

John Edward Andreas

John Edward Andreas

Jul 16, 2025

John Edward Andreas, 96 yrs old, passed away July 16, 2025.

John was born at home West of Wapato on March 4, 1929 to Anthony F. Andreas and Flora (Zimmerman) Andreas. He was raised and went to school in Wapato. 

In 1945, John joined the Merchant Marines and in 1948 he joined the US Army and served 4 yrs. He served 3...

Humberto Gonzalez

Humberto Gonzalez

Jul 16, 2025

Humberto Pacheco Gonzalez

Humberto Pacheco Gonzalez (Shorty) Age 79 Of Grandview W,A Passed Away July16,2025 Surrounded By His Loving Family In Yakima WA. Born March 25,1946 In Mexico DF To Roberto (Tito) And Margarita Gonzalez. He Was Raised In Mexico And In Brownsville Texas. In 1970 He Moved To Washington State, Married The Love Of His Life In 1973 Maria Pilar...

Angelina Gutierrez

Angelina Gutierrez

Jul 12, 2025

Angelina “Nando” Michelle Gutierrez

April 13, 2003 – July 12, 2025

With broken hearts, we share the passing of Angelina Michelle Gutierrez, lovingly known as “Nando,” on July 12, 2025, at the age of 22. She passed away peacefully with close family by her side.

Angelina lived in Lacey, Washington with her beloved husband, Trent, and her cherished cat, Monkey. She was a...

Artemio Carrillo

Artemio Carrillo

Jul 7, 2025

Artemio Barrio Carrillo, beloved husband, father, grandfather and friend, passed away on July 7, 2025, in Toppenish, WA, surrounded by his loved ones. He was born in Rancho Salitrillo Tepetongo, Zacatecas, Mexico, and brought his strong work ethic and joyful spirit with him wherever life took him.

On October 13, 1978, Artemio married the love of his life, Delia (Vasquez), and...

Carmen Rendon

Carmen Rendon

Jul 5, 2025

16 de julio, 1936 — 5 de julio, 2025

El Sábado, 5 de julio de 2025, Carmen Rendon, con 88 años, de Sunnyside, WA, fue llamada por nuestro creador. Nació el 16 de julio de 1936 en Chiautla de Tapia, Puebla, México. Carmen será recordada por siempre por sus hijos Efren Hernandez, Angelo Degante, y su hijas Lourdes Degante-Cardoso, y Francisca...

Karen Hart

Karen Hart

Jul 3, 2025

Karen Lee (Miller) Hart passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 3rd, in Union Gap, WA. Karen was born on October 2nd, 1941, to Clarence and Vi (Gorman) Miller in Toppenish, WA. She attended Moxee High School, where she met the tall, handsome Jim Hart. In 1958, Jim and Karen were married in Cowiche, WA, and together they welcomed three children:...

Raul Amaro

Raul Amaro

Jul 3, 2025

It is with great sadness that we announce the departure of our beloved brother Raul R Amaro 61 years old on 07/03/25.He will be deeply missed by his family.

He is survived by his son Albert Amaro and 5 grandchildren and 10 siblings:

Seferino y ((Irma) Amaro, Angelica Serna Amaro ,Fidel y (Cruz) Amaro, Eluterio Jr.(Rudy) Amaro, Homero y (Gloria) Amaro, Arnold...

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