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Marie Noon
Jul 28, 2026
Marie Noon
Born January 16, 1931, Grandview, Washington
Died July 28, 2026, Grandview, Washington
Marie Guthrie Noon was born in Grandview, Washington on January 16, 1931, to Herbert and Inez Guthrie. She went to Grandview High School and attended Linfield College. She then married Philip McCord Noon on September 27, 1952, and went onto manage his law office in Grandview for 40 years....
Janyce M Van Cleave
Jul 27, 2026
Janyce May Van Cleave
Janyce May Van Cleave (Wise) passed away July 27, 2026 in Sunnyside, WA. Born May 27, 1941 to Ellen Sheets and Lloyd Wise in Yakima, WA along with her twin sister, Joyce. Janyce and Joyce were the oldest of their siblings, Larry, Jane, and Randy.
After growing up in Moxee, she went on to graduate from St. Elizabeth...
Patrick Michael Goudy Sr.
Jul 25, 2026
Patrick Michael Goudy, Sr.
Xxweet Xxweet Kakiya / PeoPeo Hyitumah
June 5, 1952- July 25, 2026
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Patrick Michael Goudy Sr., aged 74, who left us following an illness. He was born in The Dalles, Oregon, to Mathew Goudy and Nancy WakWak.
His family members were lifelong fishers of the Columbia River since time...
Charles J Schwabauer
Jul 23, 2026
In quiet remembrance, we mourn the passing of a cherished soul. Though no formal services will be held, we invite you to honor their memory with words of comfort and condolence. Your thoughts are deeply valued as we reflect on the life that touched so many.
Alan LaRoy Brown
Jul 22, 2026
Alan LaRoy Brown
April 2, 1963 – July 22,2026
Alan Brown lost a 15-month battle with Lymphoma on Wednesday, July 22, 2026.
Alan was born to Earl C. Brown and Carolyn J. (Watson) Brown on April 2, 1963 in Yakima, WA.
He was the youngest of three brothers.
The Brown boys grew up in the Naches Valley from Gleed to the Tieton Ranger Station on...
Jack N. Maddox
Jul 21, 2026
Jack Norman Maddox, 82, of Wapato, Washington passed away on July 21, 2026 in Yakima.
Jack was born August 18, 1943 in Le Compte, LA to Otis W. and Merl (Roberts) Maddox. He was
third of six kids raised in a house with an open door to extended family. At the age of 6 his
family moved to SE Texas. After graduating from...
Deborah May Hunt
Jul 21, 2026
This day with great sorrow our family announces the loss of Debborah Mae Hunt born
April 26th, 1955. She was called home by The Lord July 21st, 2026. She was an enrolled
member of the Colville Nation and enjoyed many of her cultural traditions. She loved doing
beadwork and cherished every moment she got to spend with her family and friends. From the
moment...
John Carlos Trevino
Jul 20, 2026
Juan Carlos "J.C .“ Trevino, 69, passed away peacefully on July 20, 2026, surrounded by his loving family.
Juan Carlos, known affectionately by many as " J.C.”, was born to Juan and Concepcion Trevino and learned the value of hard work at an early age. At just 14 years old, he went to work for the family business, Trevino Trucking. He...
Ybarra Jose Albert
Jul 19, 2026
In Loving Memory of Albert J. YbarraAugust 22, 1960 – July 19, 2026
Albert J. Ybarra lived life to the fullest and brought joy to everyone who had the privilege of knowing him. He was a kind, caring, and generous man whose love for his family and friends knew no bounds. Albert had a heart of gold and was always willing...
David Lopez Vargas
Jul 17, 2026
In Loving Memory of David Lopez Vargas
David Lopez Vargas, age 27, of Sunnyside, Washington, passed away on July 17,2026.
Born and raised in Sunnyside, David was known for his incredible work ethic and his deep love for his family.David cherished the time he spent with his children. He lived life with energy and heart. Whether he was casting a line while...
Mary Lou Ornelas
Jul 16, 2026
Mary Lou Ornelas, of Granger, Washington, was born on October 30, 1956, in Ballinger, Texas, to Jose Chavez and Felicita Ornelas. Mary unexpectedly left this world to be with the Lord on July 16, 2026, passing peacefully in the place she called home.
To the world, she was known as Mary, but to her family, she was simply Nana. She was...
Billie Jean Browning
Jul 15, 2026
Billie Browning passed away on July 15th, 2026. She was 91. Billie was born in Peshastin, WA to Bill and Dorothy Colvard on December 27, 1934. She moved to Yakima with her family when she was twelve, and attended Franklin Junior High and Yakima High School.
She was known for her wicked sense of humor and creativity. She was the life...
Carol Lorraine Mathews
Jul 15, 2026
Carol Lorraine Mathews
December 8, 1939 – July 15, 2026
"A loving mother, a gentle soul, and a beautiful example of unconditional love."
Carol Lorraine Mathews, 86, of Zillah, Washington, passed away peacefully on July 15, 2026.
Carol was born on December 8, 1939, in Toppenish, Washington, to Lauren Strawn and Lucy White Strawn. She was raised in the close-knit farming community of Parker,...
Angeline Audrey Phillips
Jul 15, 2026
Angeline Audrey Phillips
Angeline (“Angie”) was born August 28, 1961, in Toppenish, WA. She grew up as the youngest child of Lena Meninick Phillips “KeeKeetKoom” and Andrew “Andy” Phillips “Wethltoonsh.”
Her family was made up of many brothers and sisters Augustine, Orval, Harriet, Isabelle, Clifford, Austin, Jasper, Joanne, Anthony, Otis, Archie, Elliot, Ronnie, Davis, and Arlen.
Her paternal grandparents are Jennie Charles Phillips...
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