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Robert Crawford

Robert Crawford

Oct 3, 2023

In Loving Memory of Robert (Bob) Crawford October 22, 1955 – October 3, 2023 It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Robert (Bob) Crawford on October 3, 2023. Born on October 22, 1955, to Dixie Crawford and Marvin Crawford, Bob's journey touched the lives of many, and his memory will forever remain in our hearts. Bob...

Johnny Mengarelli

Johnny Mengarelli

Oct 1, 2023

Johnnie Mengarelli passed away at home of his son on October 1,2023, at the age of 101. For the past 3 years, he was living with his son, Donny and daughter in law Jackie. Johnnie was born at home in rural South Eastern Kansas and graduated from Girard High School. His parents emigrated from Italy. Johnnie's Dad, Henry and his...

Mary Cerna

Mary Cerna

Sep 26, 2023

Some people only walk this earth for a short time. Their departure reminds us that angels are watching over us. On September 26, 2023, Eliza Cerna rejoined her heavenly family and gained her wings. Mary Elizabeth “Eliza” Cerna was born in Warren, MN on June 5, 1962 to Rodolfo and Amelia Pruneda. Eliza attended Toppenish High School before receiving her...

Mike Peterson

Mike Peterson

Sep 25, 2023

Mike Dale Peterson November 2, 1950 – September 25, 2023 Mike Dale Peterson, 72, of Toppenish, Washington, passed away on September 25, 2023. Mike was an Alaskan Native, Aleut, born on Kodiak Island in Alaska. He was a member of two Alaskan Corporations; Koniag and Akhiok-Kaguyak, Inc. He was a humble and kind soul; and touched many with his friendly...

Mary Bangs

Mary Bangs

Sep 24, 2023

Mary Ella Bangs peacefully passed away Sunday, September 24, 2023, at Highgate Senior Living in Yakima, WA. She was born to Henry and Mary Ann Roth on February 11, 1942, in Toppenish. She graduated from Toppenish High School in 1960. The following year she married John Bangs on June 10, 1961. Mary Ella was a loved and respected wife, mother,...

Randolyn Kilpatrick

Randolyn Kilpatrick

Sep 21, 2023

Randolyn (Randy) Kilpatrick of Cowiche, Washington passed away peacefully with family at her side on September 21, 2023. She was 99 years old. Randolyn was born the first of 12 children to Charles and Lillian Courtney in Winslow Arkansas on May 7, 1924. She lived and worked on the family homestead until age 18 when she met and married James...

Kooper Erickson

Kooper Erickson

Sep 20, 2023

Our precious little angel,Kooper Gerritt Erickson beloved infant son of Josh and Krystal Erickson born September 20th,2023 at 10:07 in Prosser,WA and peacefully passed September 20th, 2023 at 1:45 PM. It is with heavy hearts that we honor and say goodbye to our precious baby boy. Some people only dream of angels; we held one in our arms.

Donna Broyles

Donna Broyles

Sep 19, 2023

Donna Mae Broyles passed away on September 19, 2023 at 3:06 am peacefully at home in Wapato, WA, surrounded by her family. She was born in Kansas City Missouri on March 4, 1932 to Ollie and Theodore Phelps. She married Jacob Arthur Broyles on April 28, 1951. Her life was lived serving others with an overflow of love and compassion....

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