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Ricky Thompson

Ricky Thompson

Dec 3, 2022

Ricky Alvin Thompson Sept. 7, 1951 - Dec. 3, 2022 Ricky Alvin Thompson was born to James and Dorthy Thompson in Yakima, Washington on September 7th, 1951. He was the youngest of six brothers and four sisters. He worked for Biose Cascade for 25+ years. Ricky was a stubborn yet loyal man. He loved watching horse races, drinking milkshakes, winning...

Jeanne Dyke

Jeanne Dyke

Dec 2, 2022

Our beautiful, loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother was met at Heavens gate on December 2nd, 2022 by many loved ones. Jeanne (Duey, Cloud) Dyke was born on January 16th, 1931 in Rattler, Texas. A town that no longer exists. Jeanne left everyone she met with a smile on her face, she was definitely a vibrant RAINBOW. On December 16th, 2022...

Maria Vela

Maria Vela

Dec 1, 2022

On December 1, 2022, our blessed mother, Maria Pruneda Vela, was called to her home in heaven, reunited with her soulmate, Nicolas Vela, who passed away in February of 2012. She was surrounded by her loving children and grandchildren at the time of her death. Maria was born on February 14,1934 in Kingsville, Texas. She was the eldest daughter of...

Jessie Moody

Jessie Moody

Dec 1, 2022

Jessie Faye Moody, age 94, of Sunnyside, WA passed peacefully on December 1, 2022 at Fairway View Senior Residence in Ortonville, Minnesota. Jessie was born on May 5, 1928 in Calico Rock, Arkansas to Houston & Albie Galloway. She had two sisters: Ruby Edna Richardson and Ethel Mae Metheny. Jessie met Carl Moody in Calico Rock, Arkansas and was soon...

Mavis Willson

Mavis Willson

Dec 1, 2022

Mavis (Jones) Willson was born at home near Bismarck, ND on April 20, 1930, to Roy and Marjorie Jones. She passed away at home on December 1, 2022 at the age of 92. The family moved to the Yakima Valley when she was 8 and there were many fond childhood memories of growing up with her brothers and sisters in...

Frank Sanchez

Frank Sanchez

Dec 1, 2022

It is with sadness we announce the passing of Frank M. Sanchez. On December 1, 2022 Frank left this life to join his love, Irma. Frank was born April 17th, 1941 to Juan and Paula Sanchez in Eagle Pass, Texas. Family was always important to him. At a young age Frank worked to help support his mom, brothers and sisters....

Isabel Fernandez

Isabel Fernandez

Nov 29, 2022

Isabel O. Fernandez passed away on November 29, 2022. She was born on July 9, 1937, in Weslaco, Texas to Genaro and Natalia (Ramirez) Olivarez. When Isabel turned 8 years old, she moved with her family to Sunnyside, WA where she would spend the remainder of her life. As she grew older fate would introduce her to the love of...

Emma O'Neal

Emma O'Neal

Nov 24, 2022

Emma Lue O’Neal Emma Lue O’Neal went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Nov. 24, 2022 Emma was born on July 31, 1935 to Lloyd and Cleo (Dotson) Perdue. She was the oldest of 6 girls. She married the love of her life Dean O’Neal on Aug 27, 1955. They had 2 children. She was proceeded in...

Jose Mendoza-Ramirez

Jose Mendoza-Ramirez

Nov 23, 2022

Jose Mendoza-Ramirez, 19 of Wapato, WA passed away tragically on November 23, 2022. He was born September 27, 2003. He loved spending time with his family, especially the little ones. Jose enjoyed the outdoors, playing sports and making people laugh with his jokes. His family will always remember that bright and beautiful smile that he always had. He will be...

Russell Phillips

Russell Phillips

Nov 19, 2022

Russ Phillips, 84, of Grandview passed away peacefully in his home on Saturday, Nov. 19. He was a devoted husband, Dad, Grandpa, Great-Grandpa, Uncle, Brother, and friend to many. He was born in Cardwell, Missouri on Jan. 3, 1938, to Jesse & Pearl Phillips. Russ married Lynda Morris on Jan. 29, 1977. They have four children, Lisa (Matt) Ridley, Steven...

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