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Ruth Gabriel

Ruth Gabriel

Jan 31, 2024

Ruth Ann Gabriel passed from this world to the next January 31st, 2024. She began her journey July 28, 1927 in Hartley, IA, born to Lemual and Cora Rickabaugh. Born on the cusp of the Great Depression, she learned from Lemual and Cora traits that sustained her through her life; love of learning, work ethic, and thrift. Ruth spent a...

Carl Schilperoort

Carl Schilperoort

Jan 30, 2024

Carl Wesley Schilperoort, a lifetime Yakima Valley resident, farmer, and friend to everyone, died on January 30, 2024, in Lynnwood, Washington. Carl was born on January 28, 1926, to William and Niesje Schilperoort in Sunnyside, Washington. He was raised with his eight siblings (five brothers and three sisters) in the Brownstown area on the Yakama Indian Reservation. Carl attended the...

Michael Esquivel

Michael Esquivel

Jan 29, 2024

Michael Salvador Esquivel 7-1-30 -- 1-29-24 Michael Esquivel was born in Longmont, Colorado to Miguel and Lillian Esquivel. In his early teens they moved to Utah and then to Sacramento to work in the fields. After high school he enlisted in the Air Force to support the Korean War effort. He was stateside working as an airplane electrician. After his...

James Dave

James Dave

Jan 28, 2024

JAMES EDWARD DAVE SR James Edward “ulapots” Dave Sr., at 76 years of age passed away in his home on Sunday, January 28, 2024, of Harrah, Washington. He was born October 22, 1947, in Wiley City, Washington to Jimmie Floyd Dave and Gladys Lallashute Fontain. Losing both of his parents, Annie and Gilbert Smartlowit raised him. James was raised and...

Maria De La Rosa-Sanders

Maria De La Rosa-Sanders

Jan 23, 2024

Maria E De La Rosa-Sanders Maria 66 of Grandview, WA passed peacefully at Astria Hospital on January 23, surrounded by her family. Maria (Nena) as she was so fondly referred to by her family, was born on August 5th, 1957, to Pablo Sr. And Esperanza De La Rosa in Toppenish, WA. Maria was the fourth of nine children raised in...

Connie True

Connie True

Jan 23, 2024

Connie True, beloved matriarch and center of our family, passed away peacefully January 23, 2024, surrounded by her loved ones, she was unable to wait any longer to reunite with lifelong partner, Bill True, who passed away a short 2 years ago. Connie Lynn Helms was born in Concordia, Kansas, a short drive from the family farm, July 2, 1947,...

Bryan Barry

Bryan Barry

Jan 22, 2024

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Bryan Ernest Dean Barry. Bryan was born on February 24, 1977, in Killeen, Texas. Bryan, a dedicated family man, a distinguished military veteran, and a devoted friend to many. He leaves behind a legacy of service, love, and cherished memories that will forever resonate in the hearts of those who knew him....

Thea Voyles

Thea Voyles

Jan 22, 2024

Thea Leona Peterson - Voyles, age 89, passed away in her home on January 22, 2024, in Yakima, WA. She was born on July 1, 1934, in Bhul, ID to Clarence and Elsie Lousignont. Thea was a very giving and loving person who believed in forgiveness. She always cared and prayed for her loved ones. She was known for her...

Shawna Tahkeal-Myn-Yatau

Shawna Tahkeal-Myn-Yatau

Jan 20, 2024

Shawna Jarilynne Tahkeal-Myn-Yatau Daughter of William Don Tahkeal and Nanita Lanell Arthur. She was born February 18th, 1982 at Yakima Valley Memorial Hospital. Her Companion is Blonco White of Wapato. Shawna's pet companion is Princess White. Her sons are Deshawn (Shayla) Tahkeal and Ezekial Morales. Siblings are, Thomas Tahkeal, Cassie Tahkeal, Walter Tuck'Quille, Tasha Tahkeal. She is preceded in death...

Virginia Walker

Virginia Walker

Jan 19, 2024

On Friday, January 19th, 2024, Virginia Mary Abbenhaus Ice Walker, beloved matriarch of her family, passed away peacefully at the age of 93 in Yakima, WA. She was born on March 12th, 1930, in Mancelona, MI to William Edmond Abbenhaus, Sr and Laura Margaret (Arment) Abbenhaus. Virginia and her family moved to Prosser, WA in 1935. She graduated from Prosser...

Bradford Manning

Bradford Manning

Jan 17, 2024

Elliott Manning, a beloved son, brother, father, and a long-time resident of Yakima, WA, passed away peacefully due to age-related causes. He is preceded in death by his mother, Jean Manning, formerly of Port Angeles, WA and his father, Lee Manning, formerly of Carson City, NV. He leaves behind his children: daughter, Heather Manning-Varian of Port Orchard, WA and son,...

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