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Lynda L Wertenberger

Lynda L Wertenberger

Mar 27, 2026

Lynda Wertenberger obituary

Lynda Lea Wertenberger, 79, passed away peacefully on March 27, 2026 surrounded by her family. She was born on December 1, 1946 in Tacoma, WA to Lawrence and Marion Paul.

The family moved to Yakima when she was 11 years old and Lynda graduated from Eisenhower High School in 1965.

Lynda married the love of her life, Ken, in 1967...

Marvin L. Martinez Sr.

Marvin L. Martinez Sr.

Mar 27, 2026

Celebration of Life for Marvin Lawrence Martinez Sr. November 9, 1945 – March 27, 2026

Marvin Lawrence Martinez Sr., of White Swan, Washington, passed away peacefully on March 27, 2026. Born on November 9, 1945, in Neah Bay, Washington, Marvin lived a life rooted in love, family, friendship, and hard work.

He is survived by his nearest and dearest — Camille Martinez...

Maria Elva Vargas

Maria Elva Vargas

Mar 25, 2026

It is with both profound sadness and a joyful peace that we announce the passing of Maria Elva Vargas, the cornerstone of our family and the heart of a large and loving circle that extended to countless friends and loved ones. She joined her Lord and Savior on March 25th, 2026 surrounded by family at her home. Elva was born...

Truman H Yeager

Truman H Yeager

Mar 25, 2026

Truman Harvue Yeager, age 81, passed away on March 25, 2026, after a period of illness, along the Naches River—a place he deeply loved. 

Born on December 6, 1944, Truman spent his early years in Priest Rapids, WA. before moving in 1948 to Yakima, and later settling in Selah, where he raised his family and built a life. 

Truman attended McKinley Grade...

Raelynn L Stanton

Raelynn L Stanton

Mar 21, 2026

Baby Raelynn was born on March 16, 2026 and was deeply loved from the beginning. 

Though her time here was brief, her life touched the hearts of her family in a lasting way. 

She will be remembered and cherished.

Virginia Marie Barnett

Virginia Marie Barnett

Mar 20, 2026

Celebrating the Life of Virginia Marie Barnett

September 27, 1944 – March 20, 2026

“Ohana means family. Family means nobody gets left behind or forgotten.”

Virginia Marie Barnett, 81, was the warm, unshakeable heartbeat of her family, and though she has left us, she lives on in every laugh, every Friday night dinner, and every glass of Chardonnay. Born in Toppenish, Washington, she...

Theresa O'Bara

Theresa O'Bara

Mar 19, 2026

THERESA (Tracy) MARGARET O’BARA

Born September 15, 1931 - Passed March 19, 2026

Tracy is survived by her loving children: Don (Lillie), Linda

(Brad Fortier), and Stan (JoAnn) - Grandchildren: Kelli, Alison, Chad,

Todd, Dylan, and Kaitlyn - Great-grandchildren: Zack, Lexie, Brooklyn,

Madyson, Sharla, and Ellieana, and Great-great-grandchildren: Kinsley, Beckham, and Aspen.

She was born in the small town of Starkey Township in North Dakota, to

devoted...

Ruth Olive Rashford

Ruth Olive Rashford

Mar 19, 2026

Ruth O. Rashford, cherished resident of Zillah, Washington, peacefully passed away on March 19, 2026, at the age of 93. Born on December 22, 1932, in Yakima, Washington, Ruth was the beloved daughter of John and Olive Cochran.

On January 22, 1951, she united in marriage with her devoted husband, Benny, with whom she shared a lifetime of love and partnership....

Terry Johnson

Terry Johnson

Mar 18, 2026

Terry Lynn Johnson, a longtime resident of Naches, Washington, went home to be with the Lord on March 18, 2026, at the age of 87.

Terry was born on March 9, 1939, in Yellville, Arkansas, to Woodrow and Velma (Mitchell) Johnson. During his school years, he was a proud member of the Yellville High School basketball team.

As a young man, Terry...

Patrick Triplett

Patrick Triplett

Mar 17, 2026

Pat (Patrick) Triplett was born February 23rd, 1954, in Missoula, Montana, to Bob and Alice Triplett. He had three brothers(Mike, Bobby, and Ronnie) and two sisters (Karen and Sandy). He grew up in Maple Valley.

He was a hard worker, one hell of a truck driver, and could fix almost anything. Normally, one could find him tinkering in his shop. He...

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