<![CDATA[Yakima Herald: All Categories]]> (2024)

Stacy Lee Olsen, 55, of Spokane, WA passed away on June 2, 2024.He was born on May 5, 1969 to Susan Butler (Anderson) and Stephen Olsen in Yakima, WA. He attended East Valley High School in Yakima and was in the class of '87.After high school, Stacy had many adventures. He spent time in the National Guard and worked in various trades before settling in the construction industry. He enjoyed carpentry the most and was a perfectionist at heart. He was always happy to lend a helping hand to a friend or family member. He traveled the country before choosing to make Spokane his home, and he once rollerbladed from California to Florida to raise money for a sick family member.He loved riding his Harley and spending Friday nights shooting pool with friends. He was passionate about his beliefs, and if he disagreed with you, you knew about it. He was fluent in sarcasm and loved finding humor in everyday events. More than anything else, he loved spending time with and talking about his children.Stacy is survived by his wife, Eva Olsen; son Dylan Graving; daughters Maryann Olsen, Sarah Kooistra, and Amanda Barker; mother Susan Butler; sister Penny Harris; nephews, nieces, aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends who loved him.Stacy was predeceased by his father Stephen C. Olsen, his step-father Alva A. Butler, and his brother Stephen C. Olsen Jr. A celebration of life will be held at a later date.

Sally Lynne Shockley-Thaxton passed on June 10, 2024 in Yakima, WA. A Memorial Service for close friends and family will be held at 1:00 pm on Friday, June 28, 2024 at Shaw & Sons Funeral Home. www.shawandsons.com

Dick Baxter, age 75, of Moxee, WA, passed on June 11, 2024, at Harborview Medical Center in Seattle, WA. Services are pending. Arrangements by Brookside Funeral Home.

Peter Forbes, 77, of Yakima, died June 5, 2024 in Yakima. Any information in regards to this loved one, please contact Keith & Keith Funeral Home at (509) 453-9155, or www.keithandkeithfuneralhome.com.

Marjorie Lee Cullen, 97, of Sunnyside, Washington, died June 8, 2024 in Sunnyside. Arrangements are by Smith Funeral Home, Sunnyside, www.funeralhomesmith.com.

Robert "Bob" Compeau, 80, of Yakima, died June 6, 2024 at Landmark Care Center. Arrangements are by Rainier Memorial Center, www.rainiermemorial.com.

Edwin Eugene Payne, 86 of Yakima, Washington, died June 7th, 2024. Edwin was born June 27th, 1937 in Kaufman, Texas. Arrangements have been entrusted to Valley Hills Funeral Home in Yakima, WA, www.valleyhillsfh.com.

Kathleen Marie Buck, 82 of Yakima, Washington, died May 27th, 2024. Kathleen was born September 26th, 1942 in Mt. Morris, Michigan. Arrangements have been entrusted to Valley Hills Funeral Home in Yakima, WA, www.valleyhillsfh.com.

Ilene Marie Thrush, 89 of Yakima, Washington, died June 6th, 2024. Ilene was born April 22nd, 1935 in Stephans, South Dakota. Arrangements have been entrusted to Valley Hills Funeral Home in Yakima, WA, www.valleyhillsfh.com.

Nancy Louise Bieber, 81, of Sunnyside, Washington, died June 8, 2024 in Sunnyside. Arrangements are by Smith Funeral Home, Sunnyside, www.funeralhomesmith.com.

Vont'e Terrell Crowe, 31, passed away unexpectedly on May 28, 2024. He was born on January 27, 1993, in Yakima, Washington, where he spent a small portion of his childhood enjoying his favorite local hot spots, such as Meadowbrook Arcade, Burger Ranch, Greenway Park, and Skateland. He attended Adams Elementary School.In 2002, he moved to Des Moines, Washington, along with his mother and sister. It was then that he began developing into a true Seattleite, discovering his love for freshly brewed coffee, the Seattle Supersonics and Seahawks, as well as the SeaTac Airport, where he absolutely cherished working. He adored living in the city of SeaTac, where he settled and lived for over 15 years with his mother and sister.He graduated and received his diploma from Tyee High School in 2012, attending Green River Community College shortly after. Not only was Vont'e a star quarterback for the Tyee Totems, but he was also known for dunking on any opposing team on the basketball court. At one point, he was an active member in the local basketball scene, where he competed in the Police Academy League. He also participated in Hoop Fest Spokane, naming his team after Trayvon Martin, to show support and bring awareness to gun violence.Many remember Vont'e as their goofy friend who always had an inside joke and a charming smile to give. He appeared a tall athletic giant on the exterior, but truly a gentle soul to the core.Vont'e was an inspiration to many, as he was extremely talented and succeeded at any avenue he chose. No matter his struggles, he found joy in each and every day. He had a variety of interests, which included playing basketball, boxing, muay-Thai, writing poetry, weightlifting, listening to music, rollerblading, reading, and most importantly bonding with his family.He is survived by his father, Toney Crowe, his mother, Lori Crowe, his sister, Toneysha Crowe, his son, Asher Von Crowe, and his daughter, Kinsey Alida Crowe.When the sun shines, I urge you to remember his inspiring and exuberant spirit. When the rain pours, think of his power to keep moving forward no matter the trial. We truly hope that our hearts can heal even a little bit with each passing season. Whether we've learned to move while our body allows it, to shout while we still have a voice, or to fight as long as we have the will.A Celebration of Life for Vont'e will be held on Friday, June 14, 2024, at 12:30pm, at Brookside Funeral Home (500 W Prospect Rd, Moxee, WA 98936). A Private Graveside Service will be held at Tahoma Cemetery.Brookside Funeral Home is caring for the family. Memories and condolences may be shared at www.brooksidefuneral.com.

Clinton Moore, 103, of Ephrata, Washington, died June 6, 2024 in Richland, Washington. Arrangements are by Smith Funeral Home, Grandview, Washington, www.funeralhomesmith.com.

With the fulfillment of certain requests, and preparations, we can now announce the passing of our loved one:Dorothy Selzler was a notable professional multi-media artist, known in the Pacific Northwest and beyond as an "artist's artist."Dorothy easily worked in hand carved and painted ceramic tile -- murals and panels -- and oil painting, eventually focused on her love of watercolor and acrylic painting.Dorothy evolved into fantasy and metaphoric styles of her own innovations, and developed "secret" enviable techniques of mixing water, and acrylic, materials along with methods of textural application not found replicable to this day.Dorothy's record books are full of the newspaper and professional journal clippings with notices of her art shows, and positive reviews of her works.For some time Yakima public television came out to her studios in Ravensgate and would video interviews with her while she worked on her paintings. The vids would play throughout the television programing as display of people of interest and unique talents in the Yakima Valleys.Dorothy was a loyal supporter of Larson Gallery, and qualified to show in many of the grand art shows featuring the best talent of central Washington; many other prominent Yakima venues and PNW galleries such as in Bellevue, Bremerton, Leavenworth and Richland.Besides the work of creating, Dorothy was an astute businesswoman, becoming her own best agent and promoter, while managing the rather complex aspects of an art business. At her zenith, when agents from the designer trade discovered her distinctive style they came from the big cities everywhere, and from as far away as Chicago and New York, to buy her paintings in number. Her work hangs in private collections and prominent interior designs of offices and buildings not only in the Pacific Northwest, but also throughout the major art hubs of the East.Full version of Dorothy's story with details and photos is online: theselzlers.org

Clementine Gutierrez Estrada, 76, went to be with the Lord and past loved ones on June 9th, 2024.Clementine Estrada was born March 6th, 1948 in Wapato, Washington. She worked as a Mental Health Counselor in Goldendale for over 25 amazing years.Clementine enjoyed spending time with family, sewing and you could always count on seeing her cooking in the kitchen.Clementine is survived by her children: Frank Gonzales (Jane), Sandra Gonzales (Richard), Carmen Bebout (Rick), Kerri Stiefer (Tracy), stepsons: Scott Palmer (Susan) and Jake Palmer. Clementine was blessed with 12 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren whom she loved each so deeply! She also leaves behind numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.She is preceded in death by her parents Alex & Carmen Estrada as well as her brothers Jesse Estrada & Rosendo Estrada.Clementine's Funeral Service will take place on June 15th, 2024 at Valley Hills Funeral Home in Wapato, WA from 1-2pm. Viewing will take place from 9am-1pm. A Celebration of Life potluck will follow at 3:00pm at Toppenish Community Center. Clementine will be laid to rest on June 17th at 11 am at Reservation Community Memorial Park (Wapato Cemetery).

Sylvia Lorelli Miller, age 95, of Yakima, WA passed away on June 8, 2024 at home after fighting a courageous battle with dementia. She was born on October 22, 1928 to George and Aletta Haugen in Driscoll, N. Dakota.She was raised in Powell, Wyoming where she graduated from Powell High School in 1946. She married the love of her life, Clyde Miller, in 1946 and they raised six children. Clyde and Sylvia farmed at Heart Mountain until they moved to Washington in 1953, where they homesteaded west of Othello in an area commonly known as Block 49, "The Bench". Farming on the Bench during those days was tough and they experienced many dirt storms before the irrigation project came to the area. Mom was one of the original founding members of the "Sagehens" ladies' group who would play cards and have various family activities and outings.In the early 60s', they moved to Connell, WA for several years before they returned to Othello to farm. Mom was a homemaker and spent many years volunteering her time at the local nursing home, enjoyed being the community Avon Lady, and a 4-H leader. After Clyde retired from farming, they moved to Yakima to be closer to family. She was an active and dedicated volunteer with the American Cancer Society Discovery Shop.Sylvia had many interests. She was excellent at preserving vegetables and fruits, gardening, and had a true green thumb for her beautiful flowers and roses. Mom had a love for baking. Many childhood memories included homemade cinnamon rolls, breads and lefsa. Mom was a very talented seamstress and loved craft projects and spent many hours crocheting. Other interests included doing puzzles, playing cards and creating beautiful colored pencil pictures. She was full of love, patience and kindness which she shared with her entire family and dear friends.Sylvia is survived by her children, Glenda (Bob) Heironimus of Yakima, Dianne Clift of Yakima, Debbie (Ted) Kudrna of Kennewick, Monica (Todd) Spencer of Harrah, Mark Miller of Yakima, and daughter in law Carol Miller of Othello; 10 grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren, and 11 great-great grandchildren. Sylvia is preceded in death by her parents, her husband Clyde Miller, and son Gary Miller.The family would like to thank Wayne Nell for his countless hours helping mom and always being there for comfort, love and caring.A viewing will be held at Keith & Keith Funeral Home, 902 W Yakima Ave., in Yakima on Monday June 17th from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Graveside funeral services will be Monday, June 17th at 2:00 p.m. at Terrace Heights Memorial Park, 3001 Terrace Heights Drive, Yakima, WA.To express fond memories and words of condolences to the Miller family, please visit www.keithandkeith.com.

Jack O'Ddell, age 83, passed on June 10, 2024 after a short stay at landmark Care Center in Yakima, Washington. No service currently planned. Brookside Funeral Home is caring for the family.

Roy A. Matson II, 74, of Centralia, Washington passed away October 5, 2023, at Oregon Health and Science University in Portland, Oregon. Roy was born February 9, 1949 to Barbara Jean (Hill) and James Taylor Matson of Selah, WA. Roy liked to say he shared his birthday with Carmen Miranda, the Brazilian actress who wore a hat that looked like a fruit basket. Roy was a product of the Selah School District where he attended K-12. After graduation from high school, he attended the University of Washington.One of Roy's favorite sayings was: "Life is a Song Queue." For almost any situation, event or person, he knew a song and could sing it. It was amazing! This is the epitaph he said he'd want to have on his headstone.Roy had a jovial personality with a knack for storytelling. He had the ability to mix the perfect amount of fact and embellishment. Many of his stories revolved around life as a farm kid, such as having to drive the "Mayflower," a farm truck so old and rickety it must have been around when the Mayflower actually sailed. He was a natural tinkerer with a particular fondness for all things classic. His love of the old transcended both traditions, such as using actual candles on the Christmas tree (with a fire extinguisher close by), to pieces of technology; most of all to three of his passions: classic automobiles, pianos and steam engines. He would remark that the Liberace museum was one of the most perfect places on earth as it had lots of pianos and lots of classic cars. Just a few of Roy's prized classic cars included various Packards from the mid 1930s through the mid 1950s, including the 1937 Packard Series 120C, Mildred his 1954 Galahad Green Packard to the 1956 Packard Patrician, Perry which was painted Dover White and Packard Blue with air conditioning, his favorite road car. His favorite Studebaker was his 1952¾ ton pickup-truck named Buster; painted Clover Green with Cherokee Red wheels; he had a fondness for the names of car colors. His Franklins included the 1919 Touring car, the 1928 Franklin Coupe and the 1930 Franklin 7-passenger car. He used the 1930 Franklin one time to transport the bride, her father and her grandfather to the church for her wedding. After the nuptials, with Roy as the "limo" driver and Clyde as the footman, they transported the bride and groom to their wedding reception. He also used his 1956 Packard Patrician with Roy as the "limo" driver and Clyde as the footman to carry Jordan and Amy Matson from their nuptials to their wedding reception. He enjoyed driving a retired hearse while attending high school. The hearse came in handy for economy-minded high schoolers going to a drive-in movie since it could hold about 12 kids.Over the years, Roy had membership in various vintage car clubs. These car clubs included: The Solenoid, The Packard Traveler, The Washington President, The Freewheelers, Ethyl Forever, Northwest Scenic Cruisers, Great Autos of Yesteryear and Rear-View Mirror.Roy's passion for the piano was unrivaled. He showed an early interest in pianos even as a toddler. Whenever anyone showed even the slightest interest in a piano, he would start crawling over to the piano to sit or lie underneath it because even at that age he knew that was where the best sound was. For a time, he was able to professionally share his passion on the showroom floor of Sherman Clay's Steinway gallery in Seattle. His own collection of pianos included vintage Ampico, Duo-Art and Welte Mignon reproducing pianos with hundreds of accompanying paper rolls. His home housed his own collection of VOG (Voice of God) pianos. His favorite grand pianos, overall, were Chickerings while his favorite uprights were Bush and Lane pianos. One of the jewels of his collection is a Bush & Lane grand piano in book-matched Circassian walnut veneer that he played as a boy that belonged to his grandmother, Hazel Matson.His other passion was steam power, anything powered by steam. Steam trains, cars, whistles and any other mechanical device that was steam powered. He especially liked the steam engines on steam trains. He said that steam trains were alive. Every steam engine was not only alive but had its own personality. He said these living entities went away when the railroads switched to diesel powered engines.Roy's hospitality and love of machines, especially old machines, are what most stand out. He put such care and skill into his spaces, using his vast and varied knowledge to create a visiting experience like no other. The (parlour?) housing multiple, fully restored antique reproducing (aka player) pianos with its floor-to-ceiling library of piano music rolls is a perfect blend of the function and beauty that Roy enjoyed creating and sharing. He was a lifelong restorer and ardent user of old technology: player pianos and vintage music players of all sorts, antique automobiles, especially Packard cars (pronounced cahs, as on the East coast!). Cousin Rod's earliest memory of Roy was his arriving to Grandma Joan's house, when he was very young and was fascinated with Roy's vehicle and its wonderful, old-timey look and unique horn. Roy could nearly always be found near a box of cigars, fine things to eat and drink, and would offer some of everything to anyone who visited. He was always full of stories and curious knowledge about all subjects, from family history to current events and everything in between.In October of 2000, Roy met Clyde Gartner playing pinochle. This is a 4-person card game with each person having a partner that makes a pair. In this game of cards (and in real life for that matter), you always try to find a good partner because you always have to play the cards you're dealt. A good partner greatly increases your chance of success. Roy asked Clyde out on a date. After dating a while, he then asked Clyde if he'd be his partner in all matters as well. And as they say, the rest is history!After a short time in the Seattle area, both being farm kids, they moved to Centralia to continue their adventures. One such adventure was the purchase and restoration of a classic home, Lethe, circa 1908. Roy would remark at the craftsmanship of the home down to the knob-and-tube wiring. Their home was a welcome place for family and friends, where they would host the occasional Christmas party with live piano music (with no song written after 1940, of course).Roy is survived by his husband, Clyde Gartner; brother, Ross Matson of Selah; niece, Shelly Matson of Yakima; cousins, Rod Matson (Carmen) of Selah and Bradley Matson (Melissa) of Portland, Oregon as well as numerous second and third cousins.Roy was preceded in death by his parents, James Matson and Barbara Oliver; his brother, Les Matson; his Aunt Joan and Uncle Richard Matson and his cousin Daryl Matson.His Celebration of Life will be held at Skyline, his boyhood home near Selah, on July 20, 2024 at 12:00 PM. His friends and relatives are invited to attend and share stories of his life.

Robert (Bob) Bruce Compeaualso known as Bongo Bob.Bob passed away June 6, 2024, in Yakima Washington. After many years of a brave battle with illness, he is now at peace. He is survived by his loving wife Sharon, sons Tony and J.J., sister, Cherrie and many nieces and nephews.Bob was born in Chilliwack, B.C. on November 13, 1943. He was raised in Osoyoos, B.C. where he worked at the family's butcher shop. In the mid 1960's Bob moved to Yakima to pursue his love of music. He went to College at YVCC and Central Washington University. He met his wife Sharon in Yakima and were married in 1968.Bongo Bob played drums for over 40 years in places like Vegas and throughout the west coast. He even made a record with his band Dart. As he got older, he played locally on the weekends at the Chiefton and Sam's Place. Bob worked at the Yakima Valley School as a safety officer for over twenty years until his retirement."Rock and Roll forever."- Bongo BobA celebration of life will be held June 23rd at Narratif winery in Prosser Washington. From noon to 3 P.M.Narratif Winery2880 Lee Road, Ste AProsser, WA 99350

Gordon Keith Fritts, 91, passed away on June 2, 2024. He was born on May 23, 1933 and raised in Grandview, WA, where he graduated from Grandview High School.Dad retired from Teamsters 598. He was a plumber and pipe fitter by trade, and he has helped so many with his plumbing skills. Two of his sons have even learned and carried on the plumbing trade.Dad married Karen Bryson Fritts in 1955 and they had three children, Lori Febus (Charlie), Vicki Ripley Fritts, and Rick Fritts. He then married Jean Hays Hagert Fritts in 1969 and she brought five children into their union, Mike Hagert (Linda), Nick Hagert (Trina), Jennifer Huck (Bill), and Pat Hagert. Gordon and Jean then had one son, Anthony Fritts.We are a blended family. Dad taught us eight kids and the 18 grandkids the importance of good life skills and work ethics. Mom added in how to enjoy and have fun while working.Dad and Mom bought a cabin in the late 70's. The cabin became a wonderful place for family and friends to enjoy. While relaxing, eating, cutting wood, painting the cabin and of course, our family tradition of "Cabin Christmas". Santa and his helper elf would hand out gifts to the joy of all.So many memories of a life well lived. Thanks for the love and memories, Dad. You will be missed.Gordon is survived by his wife Jean, his brother Danny Fritts, 18 grandkids, five great grandkids, three sisters in law, and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. He is preceded in death by his parents, Clyde and Emma Fritts, his son Mike Hagert, his brother Glen Fritts, and many relatives and friends.A Celebration of Life will be held at the family home in Selah, WA on Saturday, July 27, 2024 at 12:00pm for family and friends. Brookside Funeral Home is caring for the family. Memories and condolences can be shared at www.brooksidefuneral.com.

Kuniko (Murayama) Tafoya, 91, our beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully in her sleep on May 24, 2024, after battling Alzheimer's for more than 20 years. Born on February 8, 1933, in Kumamoto Japan, she was the second of 10 children.In 1958, Kuniko married John Tafoya in Yokohama, Japan. They then moved to Oceanside, California, where she and John had two children, Steve (Patty) and Carla (Michael) Barney.In 1970, they moved their family to Yakima, and settled in the West Valley area. Kuniko was the best mother and grandmother one could ask for. She had an unending amount of love for her family. Her three grandchildren Lauryl, Katherine, and Tony, were the light of her life. She delighted in spoiling and entertaining them with her humor, time and kindness, and they loved her like a second mother.Kuniko enjoyed spending time with her Japanese friends, lunching, watching movies and enjoying each others company, as she was the humorous one who kept everyone laughing. Mom and dad loved to travel, going to Japan many times, as well as Hawaii, Las Vegas, and many other of their favorites.She will be so very missed by all. Kuniko is survived by her son, Steve (Patty) and their children Tony, Tyler (Jenna), Jamie, and Elliot(Alexa); her daughter, Carla, (Michael), and their children Lauryl (Rolando), Katherine, Aaron (Trinity) and Alicia (Andrew); great-grandchildren, Noah, Avi, Xander, Corbin, Bryce, Callie, Eston, Austin, Angus and Ava, and her sisters, Akie, Meiko and Haruko. She is preceded in death by her husband, John, her parents, and several siblings.?A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, June 15, 2024, at Shaw & Sons Funeral Home (201 N. 2nd Street, Yakima, WA), with an inurnment to follow at West Hills Memorial Park (11800 Douglas Rd, Yakima, WA). A Reception will follow.Shaw & Sons Funeral Home is caring for the family. Memories and condolences may be shared at www.shawandsons.com.

Redfern "Red" Mardel passed away June 3, 2024. Red was born in Anaheim, California on February 7, 1963, to Ron and Joyce Mardel. He was a proud member of the Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation and is a descendant of Walla Walla Chief Jim Kanine. He graduated from Wapato High School, Class of 1981 and went on to play football at Central Washington University. He continued his love of sports playing with the legendary scalpers. He loved to play and watch sports, his favorite teams were the Mariners, Seahawks, and the Lakers. He grew up as an avid Star Wars fan and passed this interest on to his family, he would eventually have a granddaughter named Leia. He never missed Pendleton Round-Up, Let'er Buck! He loved to spend quality time with his children and draw with his granddaughter Leia. Red married Bernadine on March 12th, 1997, in South Lake Tahoe, Nevada. He worked for Tiin-Ma logging for 29 years as a Heavy Equipment Operator. Red is survived by his loving family - mother Joyce, and wife Bernadine, children Latonia, Garrick (Tanara), Jacob (Lakoma), and Jocelyn; granddaughter Princess Leia; siblings Rosebud Sr. (Bernie), Radcliff (Theresa); nieces and nephews Rondelle, J.D. - Disney, Dayton, Rosebud Jr., Alix - Kylo, Raveign, Christian, Nathaniel - Zeriah, Michael - Allister, Chase, and Makayla. Redfern is preceded by his dad Ron Mardel, grandparents Anthony and Lillian Hoptowit, and "bro" Jeff Strom. Services will take place at 11:00 am on Thursday, June 6th, at Heggie's Colonial Funeral Home in Toppenish, burial at Abraham Cemetery in White Swan, and dinner to follow at the White Swan Community Center.

Norma Jean "Tootie" Folk will be missed deeply by those all who love her. She was an incredibly caring mother and beloved wife.Tootie was born on December 30th, 1936 in Yakima, Washington to the late Melton and Hazel Ward. She was the youngest of 3 children. Both siblings preceded her in death, Glen and Clarence Ward. Norma attended Yakima High School and graduated in 1956, where she met her husband Andrew "Joe" Folk.Tootie married Joe Folk in 1957. They have 4 children. The couple bought Joe's Drive in, which she ran for years. After selling the Drive in she took a break from work and raised her children. After raising her kids, she went back to work for Tree Top where she retired in 1996. Joe and Tootie lived an adventurous life and had the opportunity to travel abroad. Tootie's hobbies were her family, home and yard. She truly enjoyed talking on the phone with her grandchildren for hours. She adored movies, soap operas, and cowboy shows. She absolutely loved all of her dogs throughout her life. Tootie's sugar cookie recipe was not only a family favorite, but it was wanted all around Selah. Every year Tootie would make her homemade sugar cookies, her kids/grandchildren/greatgrandchildren would then frost them for Christmas. This tradition started with her children and will continue to be passed down through generations.She is survived by her husband Joe Folk; her children/spouses: Ken Folk, Mike (Tammy) Folk, Marta (Frank) Schmitt, and Mark (Theresa) Folk; her grandchildren: Mike Jr (Sara) Folk, Kyle (Amanda) Folk, Karlee (Brian) Semancik, Kindell Schmitt, Dru (Brandon) Stallings, Shani (Shae) Sainsbury, and Kennedy Schmitt; and her great grandchildren: Kaylee Folk, Mason Semancik, Amelia Folk, Oliver Folk, Charlotte Sainsbury, Kyra Folk, and Maverick Sainsbury.In lieu of flowers donations may be made in Tooties name to the Yakima Humane Society or charity of your choice.

Evelyn McPherson, 85, passed away in Yakima, WA on June 10, 2024. Brookside Funeral Home is caring for the family. Memories and condolences can be shared at www.brooksidefuneral.com.

Patricia Mathes-Nelson, 57, passed away in Yakima, WA on June 9, 2024. Brookside Funeral Home is caring for the family. Memories and condolences can be shared at www.brooksidefuneral.com.

Trinidad Rocha III, 56, passed on June 4, 2024, in Toppenish, Washington. He was born on January 24, 1968, in McAllen, Texas. No services are currently planned. Brookside Funeral Home is caring for the family.

David passed away peacefully on May 24, 2024, with his daughter by his side and his loved ones close at heart. David will join his son, many siblings, friends, and family in the after life. Still remaining on this side include his daughter, Lyndsey Davidson (Carl); his grandchildren from David Morefield, Talea (Chase) Alling and Tucker; his grandchildren from Lyndsey Davidson, DeShawn, Amari, and Jamil; his love, Charlotte Terry and her children; his great-grandchildren JD and Lily; Pat Woodell; and many other family and friends.

Betsy Lou Voelker, 92, died on Saturday, May 25, 2024, at Peachtree Retirement Center, in Yakima. Mom was born in Edgar, Nebraska, on October 14, 1931, to Edward and Elsa Everett.Mom remembered as a child moving from Nebraska to Washington by train, as her father felt there were more employment opportunities in Washington. He had wanted to initially go alone to get settled before sending for his family, but Mom made such a fuss that he had to take the entire family. That is how mom lived her life, being extremely stubborn.Mom enjoyed trips to the Oregon coast, travels to Hawaii, New York City, Washington D.C., Mexico, Canada, Australia, Italy, Switzerland, Spain, Morocco. She also enjoyed concerts, plays, skiing, dancing, gardening, taking college courses and holidays with her family.On May 9, 1953, she married the love of her life, Orville Voelker.She is survived by her sons, Peter Voelker (Debbie) of Yakima, Washington, and Steven Voelker of Renton, Washington, her daughters, Jeanne Wingerter of Yakima, Washington, and Donna Nodine of Vancouver, Washington, ten grandchildren and many great-grandchildren. Betsy is preceded in death by her husband, Orville Voelker, her son, Matthew Voelker, her sister, Marian Davenport, and her brother, Donald Everett.Mom would like to be remembered for laughing, finding joy in life, and the twinkle in her eyes when all was right in the world.We, your children, will always love and miss you mom.Shaw & Sons Funeral Home is caring for the family. Memories and condolences can be shared at www.shawandsons.com.

Ezra Gordon Lamm, aged 33, registered missing since November 9, 2023, was found May 12, deceased in Troutdale, Oregon. Cause of death appears to be accidental fentanyl overdose. He leaves a brother, Isaac; a sister Susanna (Chris); and his parents, Keith & Priscilla.He is known for his car sales skills, traveling the NW, snowboarding, longboard, skateboarding, food service, and a history of trouble from drug/alcohol abuse. During his good times, he cared for people in distress, bringing friends to his family home, for help & encouragement. Ezra loved growing veggies & fruit, hiking, walking Oregon beaches with family, enjoyed animals, especially his pet turtles, reading & music. Many good family memories remain in his absence, and family has released him into the hands of our merciful God. A memorial gathering will be held on June 22nd, 1pm, at Hopewell Community Church, 21600 SE CHURCH RD, Dayton, Or 97114. Memorial donations may be given to ugmportland.org.

Loralee "Pam" Woodward, 48, of Yakima, died May 30, 2024 at Multicare Memorial Hospital in Yakima. Arrangements are by Rainier Memorial Center, www.rainiermemorial.com.

Margaret Edith "Edie" Lewis, born 1928 in Yakima, WA to George and Dorothy Lewis, passed away May 21, 2024. Edie was raised in Naches on a farm with three brothers. Upon completing high school, she attended Whitman College where she not only graduated with a double major in economics and business administration but was the women's ping-pong champion. Her adventurous spirit took her traveling before landing in Arlington, Virginia where she began her career as an elementary school teacher, spending the majority of her teaching years with 5th graders.The pull of family and country living, in the home her father built, brought Edie back to Naches upon retiring from teaching. Her continued desire for travel led her, along with her mother, to take many memorable trips together within Washington state and beyond to Alaska, Hawaii, and Wyoming. On their trip to Alaska, she visited Worthington Glacier, named after her grandfather who had been a surveyor. Many hours were spent engaged in one of her favorite activities, playing competitive bridge, a passion she shared with her brother Jack who was often her partner at the Yakima bridge club. As an avid reader she could often be found with a book in hand. She gave golf a go as well, taking lessons with her sister-in-law Bernadette. For a few years during "retirement" she took on a part-time position during tax season helping preparing tax returns for a Yakima company.Most noteworthy about Edie was the delight she brought to those around her. She was looked up to and admired for her wisdom, genuineness, acceptance of others, practicality, and positive spirit. Her smile, laugh, and the warm relaxing atmosphere she created brought joy and comfort to loved ones. She will be missed but her spirit lives on in the many lives she touched.She is survived by a sister-in-law Marilyn Lewis (Slater); three nephews, Charlie Lewis (Ann), Doug Lewis, (Lyn), Jay Lewis; and four nieces, Laura Lewis (Randy), Carol Stuhley (Joe), Ann Lewis, and Kathy Lewis (Doug). Additionally, she is survived by many cousins, great nieces and nephews, and great-great nephews and nieces. She was preceded in death by her three brothers, Bill, Jack, and Bob, and two nephews (Richard and Jack).Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.keithandkeith.com.

Gene E. Smith passed away peacefully on May 9, 2024 in Yakima, WA, at the age of 94. He was born at home on December 5, 1929 in Western Oklahoma to Levi W. Smith and Rena Alice Smith (Dismuke). Gene was raised in a family of 5 siblings, including brother Jack and sisters Norma, Janice (Sissy), and Carol.As a youth, Gene's family migrated west, eventually landing in Wapato, WA. Gene attended schools in the lower valley and worked on the family farm. As an adult, Gene settled in Yakima and chose the residential building trades. He was an accomplished electrician and builder. He owned a small business, and served as a building inspector in Washington and California. He loved RVing, golf, volunteering at the food bank, and a quiet campout on the side of a river. He and his spouse, Jeanie, enjoyed driving around the country on many wonderful sightseeing trips.Gene was a private and reserved person. However, he never missed an opportunity to help a friend in need. He was always around to quietly provide a helping hand. Although, retired for many years he kept busy working in his beautiful yard filled with gardens and lovely flowers. He enjoyed, woodworking, gardening, and fix-it projects around the home.Gene was preceded in death by his parents, his siblings, and his son, Arlen.After a life lived to its fullest, Gene leaves behind a vast extended family. This includes his beloved spouse of 13 years, Jeanie. His children Bob (LeeAnne), Nita (Steve), and Laurie (Dennis). He also leaves behind 6 grandchildren, Chad, Tom, Jodi, Jessica, Jeremy, and Christopher; There are 9 great-grandchildren Garrett, Reagan, Kristy, Megan, Anthony, Nathan, Aria, Evrik and Liz; 1 great-great-granddaughter, Lorelei. Gene cherished Jeanie's children, grandchildren and great grandchildren, Dianne, Cindy, Brooke, Karli, Casey, Barrett, Brooke and Henry. He was also blessed to have wonderful friends in Ed and Eileen, Clarence and Gerda.As a family, we would like to thank Karli and Jon, Gene's nephew Todd, Denise, Beau, Aiden, and Cole for their continued love and support.A private family remembrance will be held at one of Gene's favorite places on the Columbia River this summer.

Linda (Gredvig) Knight passed away on Saturday, April 27, 2024, at age 62, at her home. Linda was born on December 1, 1961, the third child of Maurice and Carole Gredvig.Linda attended West Valley High Schools, graduating in 1981. Linda was a member of the honor society and played on the volleyball, tennis, and basketball teams, for which she was named Player of the Week, in 1981. She also played womens fastpitch softball for Crown Royal Homes in 1976 and for Simcoe Tavern in 1977, reaching the state finals that year, in Oklahoma.After graduating from high school, Linda worked for Wray's Thriftway.She married Danny Boyce in 1987 and moved to Seattle, where she worked for Associated Grocers. After they divorced, she met Steve Bradley, and they had two sons together, Michael Ryan (1992), and Mark Stephen (1996). Her children were the greatest joy of her life.In 2003, Linda was brought back to her high school sweetheart, Ronnie Knight. They married in 2005, and lived in Yakima, until Ronnies death in 2022. Linda loved Ronnie since she was 15 years old.Linda is survived by her sons, Mark Bradley, and Michael (Kelsey) Bradley, grandchildren, Emmy, Easton, and Elias, her sister, Lynette (Ron) Pomeroy, and her brother, Gary (Lisa) Gredvig, nephews, Gary and Brent Pomeroy, and nieces Haley (Jacob) Eurom, and Jupiter (Alex) Gredvig.A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, June 29, 2024, at 3:00pm, at the Harman Center (101 N. 65th Ave., Yakima).Shaw & Sons Funeral Home is caring for the family. Memories and condolences can be shared at www.shawandsons.com.

Robert M. Crowell (Bob), aged 79, passed away on the morning of June 3rd, 2024, after a long and well-fought battle with cancer.Bob passed with his loving wife Michele by his side and having just seen all of his children, his granddaughter, and many of his beloved friends and extended family.He was born January 29th, 1945, in Yakima, WA to his parents Merle and Phronie Crowell. From the start he was a tough and dedicated farm-kid, riding horses before he could even walk. Throughout his childhood he spent most of his time helping on the farm, hunting, and spending time with all of his animals.After finishing high school in Sunnyside, he went to work for the Boise Cascade Sawmill where he spent approximately 25 years and made many life-long friendships. If you were to ask him, the best job he ever had was for Dan Leslie Roofing, where he eventually retired from to become a full-time grandfather and hot-rod enthusiast. He spent a lot of time working on his beloved hot-rod with his oldest granddaughter, as well as working on his tractors and competing in tractor pulls at the Central Washington Agricultural Museum.While he was working at the mill he met his soon-to-be wife, Michele (Remington) Crowell. They were married on July 22nd, 1967, and spent 57 years together, building the family that Bob loved more than anything else. Together they had three children: Tami (Crowell) Scrivner (Jason) of Yakima, WA, Jerry Crowell (Beth) of Mesa, AZ, and Terry Crowell (Rose) of Mossyrock, WA. Bob is also survived by his two granddaughters: Kiele Scrivner (19) and Hattie Crowell (6); numerous grand-dogs; and his older siblings: Jan (Crowell) Bickerstaff (Bill) and Chuck Crowell (Betty), as well as numerous nieces and nephews.Bob has received multiple cancer diagnoses throughout his life, and he fought through each and every one of them. Nobody could have been as strong as he was through those hard times, and he will always be remembered as too tough and stubborn to let cancer win.The Crowell family will be holding a memorial service and reception in his honor at the Rainier Memorial Center in Terrace Heights, on Tuesday, June 18th at 11:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, Bob would have wanted donations sent to the American Cancer Society. The Crowell family has set up a memorial fund through the ACS in his name. You can donate at https://raiseyourway.donordrive.com/campaign/robert_crowell.

Lennie went to be with our Lord on May 29, 2024. He was born to Leonard and Judith Russell on November 20, 1959 in Yakima, WA.Lennie loved to work with his hands; he was an excellent craftsman. In his early years, he owned A.S.B. Construction, named after his daughters. He loved to help people grow in life. This lead to him being a house manager and counselor at Sundown M. Ranch for 11 years.When Lennie wasn't working, he enjoyed spending time with his family and working in his yard. He was well known for his laugh, smile, and his unique sense of humor. His children and grandchildren were very important to him.Lennie leaves behind his daughters Angie, Sara, and Becky, mother Judith, sister Susan (Chuck), sons Justin and Josh, seven grandchildren, 1 great grandchild, two nephews, and his beloved cat, Claudette. He was preceded in death by his father Leonard and nephew Zach. A family gathering will be planned at a later date.We love you, dad! Fly high like the Phoenix!Brookside Funeral Home is caring for the family. Memories and condolences can be shared at www.brooksidefuneral.com.

Conner Dennis Lucas, a loving son, brother, grandson, nephew, and friend, passed away as the sun rose on June 3rd, 2024. With a young life full of potential, he tragically lost his battle with addictionBorn in Yakima Washington, on January 2nd, 2003 to Amy Church and Darren Lucas, Conner was a beacon of joy and laughter. His quick wit, sarcasm, and infectious sense of humor were his trademarks. Conner never missed a chance to share a corny joke, brightening any room with his unique personality.A lifelong resident of the Yakima Valley. He attended school in Selah. He loved fishing, camping and hunting with his family. He enjoyed the time he spent with his dad working on their 1978 long box Chevy truck.Though his time with us was cut short, we find solace in that Conner is finally at peace. His ability to put a smile on everyone's face, even in the darkest times, was truly remarkable. The void left by his absence, filled with sarcastic remarks and playful banter, will be deeply felt by all who knew him.Conner is survived by his mother, Amy Church (David Church), father, Darren Lucas (Alissa Lucas), sister, Abigail Lucas, brother, Bryant Lucas (Veronica Miller), step brothers, Kadence and Elek Adams, grandparents G-Pa Ricky and G-Ma Tammy Fix, Sharron Lucas, aunt, Adaley Lagerquist (Ricky Lagerquist), uncle, Christopher Fix (Melissa Fix), and many cousins.Rest in peace, dear Conner. You were more than just a son to us - you were a ray of sunshine in our lives. Your memory will forever be cherished, and your presence will be deeply missed.

Marcel Delon Goodman, 47 of Yakima WA, passed away on May 1, 2024 in Vancouver WA.He loved his family, loved life, and loved fishing. With the kindest soul, he would give anyone the shirt off his back. He had a large impact on all that he encountered along his journey.Marcel was a loving father and grandfather to his daughter and two grandsons, and loved all of his family and friends.He is survived by his daughter, Marchelle J. Goodman; two grandsons, Messiah N. Henry and Major D. Goodman; brothers, De'Carie L. Dennis, Michael L. Matthew, and Willie E. Matthew, and sisters, LaKesha D. Hill, Randi R. Hill, and Marlaina J. Goodman; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts, and uncles; his grandparents, Poppa and Nummy Cox; and bonus mom Merrijo Goodman.He is preceded in death by his father, Michael D. Goodman and mother Nina R. Dennis.Marcel's spirit and soul will forever be with us, as he now will rest peacefully in Heaven.A Memorial will be held at Greater Faith Baptist Church, Yakima, WA., on Saturday, June 15, 2024 at 1:00 p.m.

Sue was the youngest of the six Estep siblings -- all with flaming red hair.At an early age, Sue was very interested in learning to read. Her sister Cheryl read to her and taught her to write her name so she could get a library card at the age of four. Reading was a huge thing to Sue and the beginning of a lifelong love/ obsession!Sue attended Lower Naches Elementary School, graduated from Yakima's Davis High School (1973), Olympia's Evergreen College and Bellingham's Western Washington University (1974). She had early interests in hiking, aviation, and astronomy.In 1978 in Dillingham, Alaska, Sue became an assistant EMT instructor. This experience qualified Sue for a job as an EMT with Shepard Ambulance in Seattle, working there for seven years.At a 1980 New Year's Eve party, Randy Fitch noticed the tall slender woman with brilliant red hair who mentioned an interest in flying; Sue had met her match. They married in 1986, making their home in Bellevue.Sue achieved her private pilot's license and bought a Cessna 172 airplane. She and Randy flew to destinations throughout the western states.Sue worked as an electronic purchasing agent in the Seattle area for 15 years. Randy opened Litho Design, Inc., in Tukwila, WA. Sue joined him in the operation. They worked together for 20 years, doing work for many prominent clients, including Corbis, Boeing, Microsoft, and Trojan Litho.Sue loved to travel; with visits to Germany, France, Italy, and Bora Bora, Scotland, Bahamas, Canada, Costa Rica, Mexico and the Cook Islands, in addition to many of the national parks in the USA.Sue is survived by her husband Randall Fitch, two sisters, Connie and Cheryl Estep, a brother John Estep (Lee Ann), and nieces Tawnya Bothwell, Shawn Law, Carey and Debra Schehl, and nephew Tim Ryan, plus numerous grandnieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her father George Estep, mother Marian Estep Adolf, and two sisters Vallrie Schehl and Judy Estep.A Celebration of Life will be held Saturday, June 8, from 1:00 to 3:15 in the afternoon, at the home of Tom & Tawnya Bothwell, 221 Saddlebrook Court, Yakima.

Eusebio Lozano (90) of Toppenish passed on May 18, 2024.

John E Stone, 34, was found deceased May 17, 2024 in Yakima, WA. He was born in November 1989. If anyone has any information on how to reach his next of kin, please contact Rainier Memorial Center at (509) 453-9371, the Yakima Police Department at (509) 575-6200 or the Yakima County Coroner's Office at (509) 575-1610.

Sande L Nielsen 1949 - 2024Sandra L "Sande" Nielsen passed away peacefully with family by her side on May 5, 2024, at Cottage of the Meadow Hospice in Yakima, Washington. She was 75 years old.Sande was born April 25, 1949, in Yakima, Washington, to proud parents John and Dorothy Kilseimer. She was the youngest of three daughters. Raised in the Yakima Valley, she graduated from Davis High School.On April 18, 1981, she married the love of her life, Doug Nielsen. He quickly became a loving father to her two sons, Jon and Ryan Auve'.Sande dedicated most of her career life to the Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) until her well-deserved retirement. Her work ethic and commitment to her profession were evident in her impressive 30 years of service. Sande formed lifelong friendships there, which continue to endure.Sande cherished social gatherings, playing bunco and having lunch with friends.Sande is predeceased by her parents, John and Dorothy Kilseimer. She is survived by a loving family, including her husband Doug Nielsen, her two adult sons Jon and Ryan Auve' and her sisters; Sharon King and Lynne Kilseimer. She loved being Nana to her three grandchildren: Dominique Bailey, Hailey Potts, and Evan Auve'. She also has two great grandchildren with one more on the way in August. Her nieces include: Daralyn Anderson, Rhonda Brown, Kristal Delquadri and Nichole Moench. She is also survived by her two best friends, Jan Stacey and Linda Andreas, whom she loved dearly.A private memorial and celebration of life will be held at a later date.

Steve Weaver, 77, passed away in Yakima, WA on June 4, 2024. Brookside Funeral Home is caring for the family. Memories and condolences can be shared at www.brooksidefuneral.com.

John Shandon Place died on June 1, 2024. John strapped on his personal flotation device with his trusty whistle and headed down the Yakima River to participate in his 40th Gap2Gap relay race for the Yakima Greenway. About halfway down he suffered a cardiac event and went to be with his Lord. John died doing what he loved, in a place he loved.John was born in Omaha, Nebraska to George Place and Elizabeth Place in 1939.George and Betsy raised John and his sister Pat in Lincoln, Nebraska where he graduated from Lincoln High School. He attended the University of Colorado in Boulder and then on to Medical School at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas. From there John went on to the Medical College of Wisconsin's Orthopedic Surgery Residency Program in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. There he met his future wife Mary Behnke, a nursing student at Milwaukee County General Hospital School of Nursing.John and Mary were married in February 1967 and they were off to Fort Riley Kansas to fulfill John's military service obligation. John served for 2 years at Irwin Army Hospital. The war in Vietnam was raging and Irwin Hospital was a major recipient of injured personnel from Vietnam. The hospital received evacuations almost daily and Major John Place would care for them and put them back together. He was given an Honorable Discharge with a Meritorious Service Medal in 1972. John felt so fortunate and proud to serve the country he loved.John and Mary were off again this time to Yakima, Washington where they put down roots. He started an Orthopedic practice. Together John and Mary raised 3 boys: Christopher, Matthew and Michael. John and his boys were active in Boy Scouts Troop 200 with all 3 boys following in their father's footsteps to become Eagle Scouts. John and Mary supported the boys in their many activities; wrestling, track, cross country, football, band and student government, wherever the boys went they were there.As a member of Rotary he enjoyed participating in their wide variety of activities. John served on many boards but his favorite was the Yakima Greenway. He loved the Seattle Seahawks, snowshoeing, skiing, hiking, camping and kayaking. John loved nature and found great peace in being outdoors.John practiced Orthopedics in Yakima for 43 years before retiring in 2015. After retirement, he volunteered his services at the Union Gospel Medical Clinic doing Orthopedic consultations. He loved his patients, so many of them had complicated medical and social problems. John attempted to be both a doctor and social worker to get his patients the care they needed.John went off to be with his son Christopher; his sister Susan and his parents George and Betsy. He will be in good company.He leaves behind his wife of 57 years Mary; son Matthew and wife Tiffany; son Michael; daughter-in-law LeeAnn Place Russell (Christopher's widow) and her husband Todd; 6 amazingly talented grandchildren: Jacob, Katie, Zachary, Hayden, Caleb and Joslynn; sister Pat Eastman and husband Tom and their families; cousins Jayne Phillips and Skip Priest and their families; friends of his heart Megan Murphy and Todd Degrasse; his 10 pound personal trainer, Chewie; numerous wonderful co-workers; fantastic neighbors and friends.If you would like to honor John's memory and exuberance for life please support the Yakima Greenway and the Union Gospel Mission Medical Clinic.A celebration of John Shandon Place's life will be held on Saturday, August 24 from 2 to 5pm at Sarg Hubbard Park in Yakima.P.S. John was supposed to write his own obituary, that was the deal. But the task has fallen to me. Please forgive me if I have failed to mention you by name, John cared for so many people the list would be long. If you knew my husband please know he cared about you, your health and your family. He loved his family, his community and his country. He would tell you to love God and your family; LIVE your life and be happy and play fair! Mary

William E. Burke passed away May 26, 2024 at their summer home in Arizona from complications of Parkinson's Disease, he was 70 years old. Bill was born in Toppenish, WA to Pauline Burke (Caldwell) and Harvey J. Burke. Bill is survived by his loving wife Lisa and family Bill Burke (Shannen) grandchildren Benjamin, Logan and Mason; Cecelia Cox (Grayson) grandchildren Emma and Beckham; step son Matt Burke, grandson Tyler; sister Saundra Burke and brother Dan and multiple nieces, nephews, and cousins.Bill's family lived very modestly in the Toppenish area. Eventually the family moved to Yakima where Bill excelled at Davis High School with honors. He joined the Army 1972-75 part of the 82nd Airborne Division where his exceptional work earned him an offer to go to West Point. He declined the West Point commission from the full bird colonel, which was not well received. When he was honorably discharged as Sgt E-5 he used his GI Bill and went to Washington State University where he was one of only nine who graduated with a degree in Chemical Engineering.Bill created Solutec Corporation and created his signature product for apple wax providing superior products dominating the industry. His successful corporation provided well for his family and several amazing hobbies. He purchased a Bonanza A36 high performance aircraft and learned to fly it becoming instrument rated. To travel to further destinations he later purchased a Seneca V twin engine turbo, again becoming instrument rated. He loved to fly. We flew from Yakima, WA to the Cayman Islands, to Friday and Roche Harbors where he had his yacht, and all over the West. Meeting wonderful friends we have to this day. He truly was an adventurer and brilliant man with a very generous heart.Bill started Desert Hills Winery as our next adventure. His red wines were award winning, delicious and had a committed following. Bill helped the budding Yakima winery industry achieve success by them using his stellar winery equipment and facilities.In March 2009 we flew to Scottsdale, AZ in March when the weather was magnificent, and he fell in love with Arizona and its pioneer spirit. We eventually moved to Arizona full time then bought a summer home in northern Arizona to escape the heat. It truly was wonderful exploring the southwest with each other. I treasure our incredible memories. I cannot imagine my life without you. You truly will be so very missed by so many.Celebration of Life in Arizona will be held June 15, 2024 at San Tan Flat Jefferson Room 6185 W. Hunt Hwy, Queen Creek, AZ, 5:00 pm.Remembrance Ceremony in Washington will be held June 21, 2024 at the Yakima Arboretum 1401 Arboretum Dr., Yakima, WA 2:00-4:00 pm with military service beginning at 4:00 pm.In lieu of flowers please consider donating to Wounded Warriors and Tunnel to Towers Foundations.

Lewis M. Horn passed away on Wednesday, March 27th, 2024, at home with his family. He was born February 19th, 1965 in Walla Walla, Washington, the second of three children to Marvin and Patricia (Thompson) Horn. He graduated from Davis High School in Yakima and was given the award of "Most Inspirational" member of the golf team. In his early 20s Lewis was blessed with two daughters, Ashillie and then Jessica, and then later went on to meet and marry the love of his life, Leah, and became a stepfather to her two children Ilene and Zachary. Early on he worked in construction and he loved to tell the kids stories about the time he worked on a crab boat in Alaska. His summers were spent getting firewood with Dad and Zak in Tampico and helping Leah in the garden. He loved being a grandpa and helping the kids and grandkids with wild and crazy ideas. On Wednesdays you could find him at Bill's having a Wimpy Burger with friends. You could never take him anywhere without running into a buddy, and he was known for his big hugs and sense of mischief for the sake of comedy.He is survived by his children: Ashillie, Jessica and her husband James, Ilene, Zachary and his wife Allison, eight grandchildren: Hayden, Hejduke, Ayden, Mia, Brendan, Braelynn, Brently, and Lucas, as well as his brother Herbie and his wife Jolene, a brother-in-law John, his nieces Jovannah and Holly, and a nephew Shawn. He is preceeded in death by his parents, Marvin and Patricia, his wife Leah, as well as his sister Joney. In lieu of flowers, please have a shot of Fireball for Lew.

Betty passed away on October 29, 2023 at the age of 93 in Harrah, WA.A Celebration of Betty's Life will be Saturday June 22, 2024 at Englewood Christian Church at 11:00 a.m.Education was always Betty's passion, and she shaped the lives of hundreds of children in the Lower Yakima Valley. She began the first kindergarten in the area, teaching children who lived at the Mission and in the community until the local public school added kindergarten classes. She then taught 30 years for the Mount Adams School District as a first and second grade teacher.Betty kept busy her entire life, working in her garden, reading, sewing, crocheting, and spending time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren. She had a deep love of travel and learning, and she explored the globe with both husbands and with her family and friends. She also continued serving the community as an active member of Englewood Christian Church, a long-time board member and volunteer at the Yakima Rotary Food Bank, and through volunteering at the Yakima Valley Museum, Yakima Interfaith Coalition emergency services, and Harrah Elementary School.She is survived by nine children: Debby (Dave) Doornink, Kathy (Harry) Kwak, Kevin (Rebecca) Clark, Lauri (Wesley) Clark-Strait, Ken (Shannon) Corpron, Cathie (Kim) Corpron-Smith, Karl (Jedean) Corpron, Karyn (Charley) Schimmels; 28 grandchildren; and 36 great-grandchildren. Betty was preceded in death by her first husband, Bill, her second husband, Doug, a brother and two sisters.

Brenda Faye Skidmore was born June 22, 1960 in Sacramento, CA to Curtis and Wanda (Hopkins) Skidmore. She passed away peacefully May 27, 2024 at Yakima Valley Memorial Hospital in Yakima, WA. She was surrounded by family.Brenda had been diagnosed in November 2018 with Stage 4 Breast Cancer. She fought a valiant fight for 5 ½ years.Brenda will be greatly missed at Note of Joy Christian Center in Yakima, where her parents pastor. She was Activities Coordinator and teacher of the Sunday morning adult Bible study class.She graduated in 1978 from Highland High School in Cowiche, WA and then graduated in 1983 from Yakima Valley Community College.She went on to work at various restaurants and retail stores in Yakima. Her most notable employment was Food & Beverage Assistant Manager and Manager at the Central Washington State Fair Association from 1995 until 2018.She is survived by her parents, Curtis and Wanda (Hopkins) Skidmore, siblings Martin (Julie) Skidmore and LaLoni (Mark) Brown, nieces: Kendall (Trevor) Shrum, Amber (Ryan) Kyzer, nephews: Damon (Sawyer) Alvarez and Matthew Sam Skidmore and a whole slew of great nieces and nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins.Viewing: June 19, 2024 from 4pm until 8pm at Keith and Keith Funeral Home at 902 W. Yakima Ave, Yakima, WA 98902.Funeral Service: Thursday June 20, 2024 at 1pm at State Fair Park, in the Modern Living Building, 1301 S. Fair Ave, Yakima, WA 98901.Parking in the South lot (Please use Gate 5)."Celebrate Brenda": Saturday June 22, 2024 from 1pm to 5pm (ish) at Fullbright Park, 4508 Main St. Union Gap, WA 98903.If you have any questions please call/text Loni Brown @ (509) 985-8958.Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.keithandkeith.com for the Skidmore family.

Gordon Young, age 89, passed on June 3, 2024, at Cottage In The Meadow in Yakima, Washington. He was born on May 2, 1935, in Daly City, California. No service is currently planned. Brookside Funeral Home, Moxee, WA.

James Freitag, age 80, passed on June 3, 2024, at Multicare-Yakima Memorial Hospital. He was born on August 10, 1943 in Pendleton, OR. No services currently planned. Brookside Funeral Home, Moxee, WA.

Terri Lenore Buechler, 70, passed away peacefully on May 27, 2024, in Yakima, Washington, surrounded by her family. She was born on February 10, 1954, in Yakima Washington, to Dixie and Marvin Crawford. She was a long-time resident of Zillah, Washington and was a 1972 graduate of Zillah High School. She married Clyde Lewis Buechler on August 10, 1972, at Resurrection Catholic Church in Zillah, Washington.Terri was a loving caretaker of many children outside of her own. Family and friends meant everything to her. She also worked as a clerical worker for various organizations and companies in the Yakima Valley until she retired.Terri was a generous and talented artist and craftswoman. Terri was a trained oil painter and enjoyed painting in nature, particularly in the mountains. She lovingly quilted, sewed, crocheted, crafted, and baked for the people she held dear.Terri is preceded in death by her father, Marvin, and her brother, Robert Crawford. Beloved Terri is survived by her husband, Clyde; her daughter, Holly (Tracy) Anderson; her sons, Eric Buechler, Keith (Amanda) Buechler, Mark (Stephanie) Buechler and Bryan (Terra) Buechler; her grandchildren, Grace, Lily, Daniel, Mason, Ava, Maxwell, Cody, Bailey, and Savannah; her mother, Dixie; her sister, Debra (Rocky) Weible, many nieces, nephews, and cousins; and her beloved dogs, Macy and Geo.Family and friends are invited to Christian Worship Center, 204 Cheyne Rd, Zillah, WA 98953 at 1:00pm on Thursday, June 27, 2024, to reminisce and honor the life of Terri. Brookside Funeral Home is caring for the family. Memories and condolences can be shared at www.brooksidefuneral.com.

Douglas Waldron, age 85, of Naches, passed on May 29, 2024, at Arcadia-Parkside Care Center in Union Gap, Washington. ANYONE KNOWING NEXT OF KIN, PLEASE CONTACT (509) 457-1232 Brookside Funeral Home, Moxee.

Gordy Fritts, 91, passed away in Yakima, WA on June 2, 2024. Brookside Funeral Home is caring for the family. Memories and condolences can be shared at www.brooksidefuneral.com.

Mary Ann Rodgers, 91, passed on May 28, 2024, at Riverview Manor, Selah, WA. Celebration of Life at 1:00pm on Saturday, June 22, at Brookside Funeral Home in Moxee, WA.

Juanita Helen Fitzpatrick went home to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on May 29, 2024. Juanita was born in Harrison, Arkansas on April 18, 1932, to Benjamin and Mary Jane Farmer. She was raised on a farm in a family of 12 children, and often enjoyed reminiscing about her early days in the Ozark mountains. Later, the family moved to Kansas.It was in Kansas that she met her future husband, Eugene Fitzpatrick. They were married on October 24, 1948. Shortly after that, she moved with her new husband to Yakima, Washington, where he worked in his parents' furniture store. Their first home was in Union Gap, before finally settling back in Yakima, where they raised six children.Juanita endured many tragedies as well as triumphs in her 92 years, but through it all, her faith in the Lord never wavered. She was a homemaker, as well as having several part-time jobs. The highlight, being her years working with mothers and their babies at Stanton Alternative High School.Juanita was an active member of the church. She attended Broadway Christian Church, where she taught Sunday school, led Bible studies and was a leader in Church Women United. Later, she attended West Valley Church of the Nazarene, followed by her final church family at Bethel Church of the Nazarene. Juanita wanted nothing more than to lead people to Jesus and to serve.Juanita had many interests. She loved spending time with family and friends. She was excellent at canning, enjoyed cooking, Christmas, knitting scarves, flowers, taking pictures, word search puzzles, and a good cup of tea.She is survived by her son, Michael Fitzpatrick (Joyce) of Yakima, son, Kevin Fitzpatrick, and daughter, Pamela Nelsen of Colorado Springs, and daughter, Michele Fitzpatrick of Yakima, as well as seven grandchildren and four great grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her husband, Eugene, daughter, Patricia, son, Richard, her parents, all of her siblings and many beloved pets.Her family would like to thank MultiCare Yakima Memorial Hospital and Good Samaritan Health Care Center for their loving support in Juanita's final days.In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Yakima Union Gospel Mission in her memory.A Viewing will be held on Thursday, June 6, 2024, from 3:00-7:00pm, at Shaw & Sons Funeral Home (201 N. 2nd Street, Yakima, WA). A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, June 8, 2024, at 11:00am, at West Valley Church of the Nazarene, followed by a reception. A Private Graveside Service will be held at Terrace Heights Memorial Park.Shaw & Sons Funeral Home is caring for the family. Memories and condolences can be shared at www.shawandsons.com.

Isabel Bedolla Roos, loving wife, mother and grandmother, passed peacefully on May 28, 2024 surrounded by her family. Born August 27, 1956 to Jose Nasario and Regina Bedolla. She was the 4th of 5 children. Isabel lived a full life from the beginning to the end and touched the lives of many people along the way.Isabel grew up in Toppenish, WA and started working on the farm at 8 years old. As a little girl she made friends anywhere she went and loved climbing trees.Isabel graduated from Toppenish High School in 1974 and started her family.Isabel worked farm labor and became crew manager for many farmers in the Yakima valley until late 1992 when she started working in the real estate field and got her real estate license in April 1993. Isabel loved showing property and with her work partner helped many families. Isabel received many awards through the years and was appointed by the governor as a commissioner of the Washington state housing finance committee.In 1999 Isabel met the love of her life, Todd Roos and they married December 2001.In 2006 Isabel's first granddaughter Kiera was born and 10 grand babies followed; Kaden in 2007, Madison in 2009, Jayen in 2010, Ilaya in 2011, Ryker in 2011, Isla in 2014, Penny in 2018, Ezra in 2021, Wyatt in 2022, and Elio in 2023. Her grand babies were her world, and she loved them all in their own unique way. She spent special time with each of them and she cherished every minute she had with them.Isabel gave of herself to so many people. She was a devoted Catholic and loved serving God in prayer ministry and Bible study groups. She never said no to helping at any church function or retreat.Isabel is proceeded in death by her parents, father-in-law Herbert Roos and her half-brother Nasario Jr; she is survived by her loving husband of 22 years, her 4 children, Gracie (Juan) Ramirez, Anna (Robert) Farias, Israel (Alexandra) Gonzalez, Jessica (Nic) Newhouse; her 11 grand babies; 2 sisters, 2 brothers, many nieces, nephews and god children; and of course all of us that called Isabel family.Viewing and Visitation will be held on Friday June 7, 2024 from 4pm-8pm with the recitation of the Holy Rosary at 6pm at the Smith Funeral Home, Sunnyside, WA. Mass of Christian burial will be held at Resurrection Parish in Zillah, WA on Saturday June 8, 2024 at 10am with burial to follow at Zillah Cemetery and reception after at the Roos residence. Those wishing to sign Isabel's online memorial book may do so at www.funeralhomesmith.com.

Brian Lee Lantis, 34, passed away on January 22, 2024 in Howard County Texas. He was born in Yakima, Washington on October 18, 1989 to Donna (Allen) Bowersox and Ernest Lantis. Brian lived as an angel on earth. Now he has his wings in heaven, His laughter would light up a room. Brian owned the hearts of everyone who knew him. Brian is survived by his mother, Donna (Allen) Bowersox, his father, Ernest Lee Lantis, his step-father Frank Bowersox, his siblings, Justin Allen, Jeffrey Bowersox (Paige), Brianna Wallace (Jesus), Dylan Crawford, Jersey Lantis, Peyton Arit, step-sister Ashley Patnode (Matt). His grandmother Pearl Allen. He is also survived by numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins. He is preceded in death by his grandfathers Bill Allen and Clifford Lantis, grandmother, Shirley Lantis. Brian's ashes will be buried next to his grandpa, Bill Allen 11:00 am June 28, 2024 at Terrace Heights Memorial Park 3001 Terrace Heights Dr, Yakima, WA 98901.

Gregory Weller, age 70, passed on June 1, 2024, at Multicare-Yakima Memorial Hospital. He was born on June 20, 1953, in Joplin, Missouri. Currently no services are planned. Brookside Funeral Home

Frank Cordova Sr, age 63, passed on June 1, 2024 in Yakima. Viewing 6:00 on June 6 at Harrah Assembly of God. Funeral on June 7 at 10:00 at Harrah Assembly of God, 11:30 Graveside RCMP, Wapato. Brookside Funeral Home

Fred Yergen, 76, passed on May 31, 2024, at Multicare-Yakima Hospital. Visitation Monday, June 10th from 9:00 to 12:00pm at Brookside Funeral Home, Moxee. Graveside following at 1:00pm at WHMP.

Thomas Froula, age 80, of Yakima, passed on June 2, 2024, at Kadlec Regional Medical Center in Richland, WA. Currently no services are planned. Brookside Funeral Home is caring for the family.

It is with great sadness we share the loss of our much loved Father, Grandfather, Brother, and Uncle, Wally Joseph Gomez. Wally died in his home under the care of his family on May 17, 2024 at the age of 77 years old. He had fought four valiant rounds of cancer over the course of 15 years, but this fifth and final bout was too fast and aggressive, and exacerbated by other health complications. Wally was born on December 12, 1946 to Elijio "Lee" Gomez and Ann Marie Mendez in Toppenish, WA, where he grew up. He is preceded in death by his parents, as well as his siblings Tony Gomez, Angie Valdez, and Theodore Gomez. He is survived by his daughters Stefana Welker (Tyson Welker) and Andrea Gomez, step son Jay C. Burk (Kagna Burk), granddaughters Iliana and Tuula Welker, his sister Gloria Garza (Adan Garza), as well as several nieces and nephews, notably his niece Theresa Garza who assisted in his care in his final days. Wally created a lifetime of wonderful memories with his family, colleagues and friends. His career was devoted to the trucking industry, beginning with his first job at Gomez Truck Repair where he worked alongside his father and brother Tony. In 1966 he was drafted into the Army and spent a year in training at Ft. Ord in California before spending a year serving in Vietnam. Upon his return, he returned to work with his dad before striking out westward for a long, fruitful career, raising his own family, and making lifelong friends along the way. Wally was very active at Christ Community Baptist Church, where he joined a bible study group, and was instrumental in his work with Kairos Prison Ministry. He had a strong faith in Jesus Christ and knew he would spend eternity in Heaven. He was so very loved, and will be so very missed. The memorial service for Wally will be on Saturday, June 29, 11:00 AM, at Christ Community Baptist Church, immediately followed by a Celebration of Life. 8016 176th St E, Puyallup, WA 98375His burial will be in September (date TBD) at the Zillah Cemetery.