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Thelma Cole
Feb 16, 2024
THELMA ESTELLE COLE, aged 89, passed away peacefully Feb. 16, 2024, in Wapato, WA. She was born Nov. 27, 1934, in Smyrna, Tenn to Harvey and Eva Hester. Estelle was a devoted wife to Howard Cole for over 72 years and the loving, encouraging and supportive mother of five children; Lucille McCord; James Cole (Marcella), Gail Clements, Vicki Truex (Pat)...
Ethan East
Feb 16, 2024
In Loving Memory of Ethan Franklin East It is with deep sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the sudden and tragic passing of Ethan Franklin East, age 20, on February 16, 2024, in Spokane, Washington. Born on March 13, 2003, in Everett, Washington, Ethan touched the lives of those around him in the various places he called home, including...
Carmen Pascua
Feb 14, 2024
In Memory of Carmen R Pascua September 10, 1929 - February 14, 2024 Carmen Reclusado Pascua , 94, a past resident of the Wapato Filipino Community and one of the original and last pioneers of the community, passed away and joined her loved ones that preceded her, at the “Cottage at the Meadow” Hospice Care in Yakima, Washington on February...
Ariel Puebla
Feb 13, 2024
This brief notice was provided to give family and friends a place to leave memories and condolences.
Lois Dalrymple
Feb 10, 2024
Lois “Cheri” Dalrymple, 82, passed away February 10th 2024 surrounded by her loved ones. Cheri’s early years were spent in Mabton Wa. Cheri lived her later years in Sunnyside WA. Cheri married Paul Dalrymple and together had two daughters Terri and Paula. Cheri later adopted her granddaughter Jennifer. The last two years Cheri lived with her daughter Paula, son in...
Maximino Saldana
Feb 10, 2024
In Loving Memory of Maximino Saldana Sr. August 3rd, 1959 - February 10th, 2024 With heavy hearts, we bid farewell to a husband, a beloved father, a grandfather, a brother, an esteemed coach, and servant of the lord. He departed from this world on February 10th 2024, leaving behind a legacy of love, guidance, and faith. As a husband, Max...
Carolyn Onsessino
Feb 7, 2024
Carolyn Hope Onessimo passed away peacefully at home on February 7, 2024 surrounded by her family after a courageous battle with osteosarcoma. Cara-Boo was born on May 13, 2009 to Valerie Onessimo in Yakima, WA. She began her education at Heritage Learning center and enrolled in Wapato. Cara was diagnosed with Osteosarcoma in February of 2022, she then had to...
Seferina Cervantes
Feb 7, 2024
Seferina Cuevas Cervantes, 82, passed away on February 7th, 2024, peacefully. She was born August 26th, 1941, in El Ranchito, Mexico. We will remember Seferina for her loving nature, playfulness, and her occasional, endearing stubbornness. She loved to spend time in her garden, planting beautiful flowers and in the kitchen cooking delicious meals for her family. Seferina is survived by...
Tallulah Pinkham
Feb 6, 2024
Tallulah T. Pinkham “Cawmit” On Tuesday February 6, 2024, Tallulah peacefully passed away surrounded by her family. She was born on August 28th, 1932 at Wishram. She graduated top of her class at Chemawa Indian Boarding School where shortly after she attended Haskell University in Lawerence Kansas. She was recognized by the University of Washington for her career as a...
Marlene Peters
Feb 6, 2024
Marlene Lamebull-Peters April 18, 1955- February 6, 2024 Marlene passed away Tuesday, February 6th after a lengthy battle against cancer. She fought hard with courage and determination, and exhibited grace throughout her treatments. Marlene lived life in much the same way. A devoted wife, mother, grandmother, daughter, sister, auntie, and friend, Marlene always supported those she loved. Born in Toppenish,...
Patricia Smith
Feb 6, 2024
Patricia Louise Smith of Yakima passed away peacefully at home on February 6, 2024, after a long illness. She was 75 years old. She was preceded in death by her parents Harold and Hazel Martin, brothers Harold “Bud” Martin, Lester Martin, and Charles Martin, and by her sisters Marion Leach, Ada Billingsley, Julia Roberts, Rosemary Verhulp, and Hazel “Sis” Kelly....
Sherman Wesley
Feb 4, 2024
Born 12-4-1970 Death 2-4-2024 Age 49 Sherman Lawerence Wesley Toppenish Washington to Charlene and Lawerence Wesley He went to YNTschool 1988 He lived in Wapato Washington after he finished school he worked at YNF and YnM he loved playing BezBall. Traveled all over firefighting, He loved being with family and friends he came from a big family. He loved going...
Sandra Ream
Feb 3, 2024
Sandra was born in Yakima on May 30, 1950 to Donald and Lorraine Ream. She spent her early years in Terrace Heights, on the family’s 2 acre farm with cows, pigs, and other farm animals. Their grandparents living in homes on each side. She enjoyed playing in the surrounding fields and creeks. She and her older brother were responsible for...
Norma Johnson
Feb 2, 2024
Norma Lee (Bruce) Johnson, passed away peacefully in her sleep on February 2, 2024 at her home in Yakima, WA. Norma was born on May 6, 1945 in Tensed, ID, to Lawrence & Violet Bruce. She and her 3 siblings grew up in Farmington, WA. Norma graduated from Oakesdale High School in 1963, and on October 3, 1964 she married...
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