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Julian D. Pinkham Sr.

Julian D. Pinkham Sr.

Jul 17, 2025

Obituary for Julian D. Pinkham Sr.

Julian D. Pinkham Sr., Holtux and AuchBiAdaAuchJulianBauch (Crow), a revered elder of the Yakama Nation and a lifelong advocate for tribal justice, education, and cultural preservation, passed away surrounded by family and community. A proud member of the Whistling Water Clan, Julian’s life was a testament to service, tradition, and leadership.

A Sundance Chief and respected...

John Edward Andreas

John Edward Andreas

Jul 16, 2025

John Edward Andreas, 96 yrs old, passed away July 16, 2025.

John was born at home West of Wapato on March 4, 1929 to Anthony F. Andreas and Flora (Zimmerman) Andreas. He was raised and went to school in Wapato.In 1945, John joined the Merchant Marines and in 1948 he joined the US Army and served 4 yrs. He served 3...

Artemio Carrillo

Artemio Carrillo

Jul 7, 2025

Artemio Barrio Carrillo, beloved husband, father, grandfather and friend, passed away on July 7, 2025, in Toppenish, WA, surrounded by his loved ones. He was born in Rancho Salitrillo Tepetongo, Zacatecas, Mexico, and brought his strong work ethic and joyful spirit with him wherever life took him.

On October 13, 1978, Artemio married the love of his life, Delia (Vasquez), and...

Carmen Rendon

Carmen Rendon

Jul 5, 2025

16 de julio, 1936 — 5 de julio, 2025

El Sábado, 5 de julio de 2025, Carmen Rendon, con 88 años, de Sunnyside, WA, fue llamada por nuestro creador. Nació el 16 de julio de 1936 en Chiautla de Tapia, Puebla, México. Carmen será recordada por siempre por sus hijos Efren Hernandez, Angelo Degante, y su hijas Lourdes Degante-Cardoso, y Francisca...

Karen Hart

Karen Hart

Jul 3, 2025

Karen Lee (Miller) Hart passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 3rd, in Union Gap, WA. Karen was born on October 2nd, 1941, to Clarence and Vi (Gorman) Miller in Toppenish, WA. She attended Moxee High School, where she met the tall, handsome Jim Hart. In 1958, Jim and Karen were married in Cowiche, WA, and together they welcomed three children:...

Raul Amaro

Raul Amaro

Jul 3, 2025

It is with great sadness that we announce the departure of our beloved brother Raul R Amaro 61 years old on 07/03/25.He will be deeply missed by his family.

He is survived by his son Albert Amaro and 5 grandchildren and 10 siblings:

Seferino y ((Irma) Amaro, Angelica Serna Amaro ,Fidel y (Cruz) Amaro, Eluterio Jr.(Rudy) Amaro, Homero y (Gloria) Amaro, Arnold...

Aaron Pena

Aaron Pena

Jul 2, 2025

It is with deep sorrow that we announce that our beloved Aaron David Pena passed away on July 2, 2025

in Yakima, Washington at the age of 49. Aaron was born on November 19, 1975 to Ramiro Pena and

Rose Fraga (Guzman) at St. Elizabeth’s hospital in Yakima, Washington.

Aaron went to school in Yakima before moving to Fresno, California where he completed...

Ada Ruth Whitmore

Ada Ruth Whitmore

Jul 2, 2025

Ada Ruth Rasmusson was born in her grandmother Ada Porter's house south of Sunnyside, WA on May 8, 1930.

She passed away July 2, 2025 at The Orchards in Grandview, WA. She was the first, and only girl, of five kids born to Durman and Jewel (Porter) Rasmusson. Mom spent her childhood roaming the streets of Bickleton and trying to outwit...

Ramona S. Roa

Ramona S. Roa

Jun 30, 2025

Ramona Roa, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and sister, passed away peacefully on June 30th, 2025, at the age of 80. Her life was a beautiful example of love, strength, and faith. 

Born on December 29th, 1944, in Osceola, Arkansas, to Antonio and Refugia Sanchez. Ramona was raised in Levelland, Texas, before moving to Wapato, Washington, in 1962. In 1964, she...

Roy Barrett

Roy Barrett

Jun 28, 2025

Roy passed away peacefully at the age of 81, June 28th 2025 at home surrounded by family and friends. He was born September 5, 1943, in Arkansas, to Eula and Wesley Barrett. He is survived by his loving wife and soulmate of 47 years Lori Barrett, his daughter Jennifer Peppers (Dusty), stepson David Hudson, 3 estranged children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces,...

Kelly "Ilamxshki" Dean Holliday

Kelly "Ilamxshki" Dean Holliday

Jun 28, 2025

Kelly Dean Holliday Sr. 45 passed away Saturday June 28, 2025. He was born in

Madras, Or on March 6, 1980. The son of Ray Holliday and Denise Lewis (Wahsise).

Kelly was raised in White Swan by mom and stepfather, Charlie Lewis. He graduated

from White Swan High School in 1999. Kelly survived by his 5 children. Jonna

Holliday-George, Kaylynn Bailey-Holliday, Kelly Dean Holliday...

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