Obituaries

James Farloe Hamm II was born on December 4, 1954, in Soap Lake, WA, to Burwell James Hamm & Ruby Smith Hamm. Later, his father married Therese Sexton. Jim moved to Yakima in 1959 & attended Robertson Elementary, Wilson Junior High, & Eisenhower High. After graduating, Jim attended and graduated from the University...

Obituary for Donald B. Smith It is with a deep sense of loss and yet an abiding hope in Jesus that we announce the passing of Major (ret) Donald B. Smith, beloved husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, brother, uncle and friend, who left us on December 9, 2025, at the age of 91. Don was born on October 12,...

On Tuesday, December 3rd, 2025, around 7:30 AM, while on his way to school on N Wenas Road in Selah, WA, Christian David Petri was involved in a traffic accident, and The Lord called home one of his brightest sparks.

During his 16 years on earth, his gentle smile, warm disposition, and witty humor captivated the...

Danny "Dan" Lee Clements, age 88, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, December 3rd, 2025 at Prosser Memorial Hospital.

Dan was born on May 20th, 1937 to Merritt and Gladys Clements. Dan was one of eleven children in his family. He graduated from Wapato High School in 1955 and went into the United States Marine...

Nellie Pearl Mills

Married 63 years, Nellie P. Mills passed on October 9th, 2025, followed by Johnny E. Mills on October 25th, 2025.

Nellie P. Mills was born on September 1st, 1940, in Rogers, Arkansas, to Nellie and George Reddick, the first of three children. George followed the fruit to Chelan, Omak,...

Martha Viera Peña, 72, of Tecuala, Nayarit, Mexico was welcomed home into the arms of Christ on December 3, 2025, surrounded by her loved ones.

Born on January 30, 1953, Martha was born to Elias Viera and Basilisa Guzman. She was proceeded in death by her husband, Federico J. Peña. She is survived by her three...

Sheila Ray Verhey, 89, longtime Royal Slope farm matriarch and co-founder of Verhey's Peaches, passed away peacefully at home on November 30, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.

Born on April 14, 1936, in Wenatchee, Washington, Sheila moved with her family to Yakima at age twelve. She attended St. Joseph's...

Chandra Roxanne Saiz, age 47, passed away peacefully on November 28, 2025, in Tacoma, surrounded by family and friends whom she loved beyond measure. She was born in Toppenish on January 24, 1978, to her parents Carolyn Anderson and Chuck Saiz Sr., alongside her twin sister Chana, with whom she shared a lifelong,...

Ronald Lee Phillips went Home to be with his Lord and Savior on November 21, 2025. Ron was born on April 4, 1943, in Bremerton, WA to Kinny and Edna Leota Phillips. At an early age, the family moved from Waitsburg, WA to Billings, Montana. Ron's dad was killed in an industrial accident when Ron was seven years old....

Jody Lionel Hurst, 87, of Selah, Washington, passed away on November 11, 2025.

Jody was a man who lived life entirely on his own rhythm -- steady, strong-willed, and full of sharp wit. He had a rugged independence that defined him, shaped by a lifetime of hard work and the stories that came from it. Though he held...

James Joseph Walther, known to all as Jim, was born on April 19, 1943, in Palo Alto, California, to Fred and Barbara Walther. He passed away on November 15, 2025, in Yakima, Washington, the place he proudly called home for 54 years.

Jim was the second of seven children -- Paul, Charlie, Tom, Marion, Barbara, and...

Sharon "Shari" Lynn Newell, age 78, passed away peacefully on November 22nd, 2025 after suffering another major brain bleed. She lived a full life with no regrets. She is survived by her husband, Steven, her daughter Cristian (Allan), granddaughter, Cooper, brother Mike (Lynne), sister-in-law, Connie, nephew, Jacob...

Gary Lee Lehman, 75, passed away peacefully at home on November 8, 2025, in Naches, Washington. A devoted husband, father, grandfather, son, brother, and friend, Gary lived a life defined by hard work, deep love for his family, and a steadfast appreciation for the outdoors.

Born on November 28, 1949, in Arcata,...

Everett L. Carroll, age 94, died November 24, 2025 and his spirit (soul) went to be with his LORD and Savior Christ Jesus.

Everett is survived by his daughter, Crystal Carroll.

Everett was born July 20, 1931 to Bessie and Dewey Carroll, a dairyman, in Ontario, CA. He lived with his parents and sister at several...

Donald (Don) Pownall was born to Walter and Muriel (Walker) Pownall in Burley, Idaho on July 15th, 1941, and went to be with his Lord on November 19th, 2025.

He moved to Yakima at an early age and graduated from Davis High School in 1960.

He married the love of his life Delores (Dee) Reidinger in 1963.

Don grew...

On the anniversary of her birthday, November 14th, 1942, Marietta Rowe Clements returned home. The granddaughter of Naches homesteaders and the daughter of Charles and Elna Rowe, she spent a fulfilling childhood surrounded by fruit orchards and dear school friends of her beloved Naches Valley.

Marietta was a...

Larry A. Spencer, 83, of Yakima died Monday, November 17, 2025, in Yakima.

Larry was born in Seattle on April 22, 1942, to Kenneth and Mary (Fisher) Spencer. He graduated from West Valley High School in 1960. After high school he attended Washington State University in Pullman. While attending WSU he reconnected...

Janice Elaine Moore passed away on Wednesday, November 12th, 2025. She was born in Yakima, Washington on May 13th, 1945. The daughter of Vincent and Ethel Henderson. She married James H Moore in 1967, the love of her life until his death in May of 2015. She is survived by her two sons, Jason Moore (1970) of Selah,...

Mary Ellen Poole, 93, passed away on November 17, 2025 at Elysian Estates Senior Living in Kennewick, WA. Mary was born in Siloam Springs, Arkansas on March 3, 1932 to Russell Layne and Gladys Gardenhire. Mary lived in the Yakima area most all her life and graduated from Highland High School in Cowiche, WA. Mary...

Kathy Lynn Howe passed away peacefully from natural causes on Thursday, November 13, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.

Kathy was born in Prosser, Washington, on January 14, 1960, to Paul and Deanie Goodall.

In her younger years, growing up in Yakima, she participated in track, baseball, cheerleading,...

Norman Franklin Robinson Sr. was born May 2, 1945 and passed away November 11, 2025.

He is preceded in death by his mother Pauline Thomas, father Charles Robinson, son Norman Robinson JR., daughter Cynthia Robinson, grandson Charles Robinson and great-grandsons Aaron Robinson and Landynn Lewis.

He is survived by...

Thomas Jim Shippentower Sr. 12/17/1951 - 11/08/2025 passed away at home in Toppenish, WA.

He was preceded in death by his parents Henry Shippentower Sr. and Annie Mae Miller Shippentower, his siblings Henry Jr, William, Caroline, Leona, Sirena, C'Ceal Shippentower, his children Angela, Joseph Shippentower and...

Obituary for Jean Janshen

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Jean Janshen, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, who passed away peacefully on October 28, 2025, at the age of 79.

Jean was born on January 26, 1946, and lived a life filled with love, laughter, and dedication...

With deep love and heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Marc Steven Desmarais, a devoted son, brother, firefighter, EMT, partner and lifelong hop farmer from Moxee, Washington. Marc passed away peacefully at home on November 8, 2025, surrounded by family and love.

Marc was born on January 19, 1956, in Yakima,...

Roberto Avalos Padilla, 59, of Mabton, Washington, passed away on November 9, 2025, after losing his battle with lung cancer.

Roberto was born on October 2, 1966, to José Pascual Avalos Ornelas and María Guadalupe Padilla García in San Gregorio, Michoacán, Mexico, and was the ninth of 13 children. He moved to...

Danny Joseph Esgate was born in Yakima, Washington, at St. Elizabeth Hospital on June 28, 1947. His parents were Jane (Giovanna Chianello) and Harry Esgate. He passed away on October 8, 2025, from a probable myocardial infarction.

Danny attended Gilbert Elementary, Wilson Junior High, and Eisenhower High School,...

On April 5, 2025, Thomas "Tommy'' Lee Wilson, beloved husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather left us peacefully at Memorial hospital after suffering a stroke. He was born in Osgood, Indiana on December 20, 1931, to Tom & Meta Wilson.

The family moved to West Valley when he was two and at that time the...

Jerry Lee Staudinger passed away on October 19, 2025, in Yakima, WA., due to heart complications. He was born on January 31, 1942, to John and Minnie (Dearing) Staudinger.

Jerry grew up in Wapato, WA with his brothers, John and Karl. He graduated from Wapato High School. Later, he attended Central Washington...

Mass of Christian Burial for Dolores M. Kanyer will be celebrated at 1:00 p.m. on Wednesday, November 12, 2025 at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Cle Elum with burial to follow at Laurel Hill Memorial Park. A reception will follow the burial at the Cle Elum Senior Center. Mrs. Kanyer, a lifetime Cle Elum...

Robert Camacho
Master Sergeant E-8 / Washington Army National Guard
November 21, 1972 - October 25, 2025

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Robert Borja Camacho, a beloved father, spouse, grandfather, friend and a proud veteran of the Washington National Guard, who passed away peacefully on...

In loving memory of Bryce David Thorne Douglas, Selah WA and Ellensburg High School graduate our cherished immeasurable heart of Gold, embarked upon his next journey into the infinite forever on October 26th 2025.

Bryce was only 32 and though his time with us was swift and bright, it was one full of joy and...

Steven A. Klingele, age 73, of Yakima, Washington, passed away unexpectedly on October 24, 2025, due to a heart condition.

Born on February 28, 1952, Steven was the beloved son of Gerald and Joanne Klingele. He was preceded in death by his father, Gerald, and is survived by his devoted wife, Paula, with whom he...

Michael Lee Abhold, 68, of Yakima, WA, passed away at home on September 25, 2025.

Mike was born on January 27th, 1957 to Jessie (Esparza) and Leo Abhold in Yakima, WA.

Mike graduated from West Valley High School in 1975.

Mike was well known for the many years he owned & operated the Chevron service station in...

Janine Mary Picatti, passed away peacefully from pneumonia surrounded by dozens of her family and friends on October 23, 2025.

She was born in Yakima to Dick and Janice Picatti on January 14, 1975. Janine graduated from Davis High School where she received a standing ovation from her entire graduating class when...

Carol Lynn Tucker, a compassionate and loving soul whose adventurous spirit was as vast as the landscapes she cherished, passed away on October 22, 2025. She was a beacon of support and love to all who knew her, and her legacy will forever be imprinted on the hearts of her family and friends. Born and raised in...

It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of Jeff Dunbar, beloved husband, father, son, brother and friend. Jeff left this world peacefully on October 11, 2025, at the age of 52, with family surrounding him. Jeff had a courageous fight with a rare form of gastrointestinal cancer. In June, the tremendous team...

Our beloved Father, Grandfather, Great-Grandfather, Husband, and Uncle, David Lawrence Smith, passed away peacefully on October 8th, 2025, in the presence of his bride, Carol, of 61 years in Yakima, WA. Dave was born in 1932 in Enumclaw, WA, to Harold and Dorothy Smith. He was the youngest of his three siblings,...

Adam Leo Gasseling, born on July 12, 1984 to Mike and Susan Gasseling, passed away on October 16, 2025 with family by his side. He graduated from Wapato High School in 2003 where he excelled in sports. He played basketball, football, and golf.

In 2017, Adam married Alma Cervantes. Together they had 2 beautiful...

Dawn Marie Richey (Larroque), 79, of Gig Harbor, Washington, passed away on October 10, 2025. Dawn was predeceased by her parents Edward Larroque and Dorothy Lash, her brother Walter "Buck" Hopkins, and her sister Sylvia Johnson. She is survived by her sister Mary Skalicky and brother Peter Emmerson, her son John...

We lost someone special this week.

Jean Berndt passed away peacefully in her home, surrounded by love-ones. She was born in 1936 as Jean A. Bailey -- the middle child between her big sister Joan and younger brother Gary. She grew up in Naches, graduated from Naches High School, and later went on to attend...

Robert A. Lemke

Robert ("Bob") Lemke, 95, passed away peacefully on October 16, 2025, at Avamere Memory Care at Englewood Heights.

Bob was born on February 13, 1930, to Gladys and Ewald Lemke in Yakima, Washington. As a child, he went on numerous road trips with his parents and his brother Ken, traveling all...

Dorothy Leah Hinchey passed away in her sleep on October 17, 2025. She was deeply loved by her family and friends and will be greatly missed.

Dorothy was born to James and Nellie Scholten on October 29, 1936 in Boise, Idaho, the youngest of seven children. She spent her childhood moving between Washington and...

Opal Irene (Walsh) Myhres, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt and friend, peacefully went to her heavenly home on September 29, 2025, in Yakima, Washington - just one week shy of her 98th birthday. Surrounded by family, she left behind a legacy of faith, love and devotion that will be...

Darlene Louise "Honey" (McLaughlin) Porter, 84 of Yakima, Washington, went to join the Lord on September 5, 2025, while at her home. She was born on November 9, 1940, to Roland Mclaughlin and Kathryn Thomas in Fort Yates, ND on the Standing Rock Reservation.

She moved to Yakima, WA, with her family in 1946. She...

CW5 Retired Robert (Bob) Leroy Hamilton passed away on July 24, 2025 at the age of 85 at his home in Yakima surrounded by family following a 5 1/2 year battle with pancreatic cancer. Of people who develop pancreatic cancer only 8% of them are fortunate to live for 5 years and Bob was one of those 8%. This is our...

Noemi "Lola" Villaruz Mendoza, 88, died of natural causes at St.
Charles Hospital in Bend, OR while on vacation October 13th, 2025.
She was born January 4th, 1937 in the barangay (village) Ag-agrao,
Santa Maria, Ilocos Sur, Philippines daughter of Augustin Villaruz
(father) and Feliza De La Torre (mother).

Noemi...

Patricia A. Greene -- beloved sister, loyal friend, and unforgettable presence -- was born in Yalima's Saint Elizabeth's Hospital on November 14, 1956, to Earl O. and Margaret Greene of Selah, Washington. Known to everyone simply as Patty, she arrived with creamy white skin and bright blue eyes -- a classic Gerber...

Michael Hammett, 36, of Selah, passed away on October 8th, 2025.

Born in The Dalles, Oregon, Michael built a life around compassion and connection. After overcoming his own struggles, he found purpose in helping others as a counselor in addiction recovery -- work that reflected his strength, empathy, and deep...

Dr. Larry Keller passed away peacefully at his home in Yakima, Washington, on October 6,2025, surrounded by his love and soulmate, Becky, and his two pups, Max and Ruby, by his side.

A devoted Chiropractor and compassionate healer, Larry dedicated his life to helping others find health, comfort, and hope. He...

Jude Joseph Ortiz Sr., 50, died unexpectedly October 8, 2025. He was born March 5, 1975 in Toppenish, WA, the son of Charles and Raquel Ortiz.

Jude attended the Wapato School District. Jude was a cook at Gear Jammer. He was a DJ at Jean Marie's. He worked at Seneca Foods Corp. Jude loved to cook at all hours of the...

Geraldine (nickname Jeri) Mae Presley Johnston, 94, of Yakima, WA, passed away peacefully at her home on October 3, 2025, after a bout of pneumonia. Her loving caregivers, Beth Lockwood and Vanessa Syfert, cared for Jeri in her final days as though she was family, which gave the family reassurance and peace. She was...

On September 1, 2025, our beloved wife, mother, sister, and friend, Graciela Bravo-Black, passed away at the age of 78 after living with and suffering from Frontotemporal Dementia (FTD) for over a decade. Though small in stature at 4'10", she was a force of nature -- a brilliant teacher, a fierce advocate, a guiding...

Lawrence Carl Julius, lovingly known as Larry, was born on April 27, 1956 to Carl and Yvonne Julius in their hometown of Yakima, Washington.

Larry dedicated 33 years of service to Gray & Osborne Civil Engineering, where he built a remarkable career and lasting friendships. He was known as a legend in his field,...

Eloise Rose St. George, daughter of Albert Gustav and Elsie Catherine Anderson, passed peacefully in Tacoma on September 30, 2025, at the age of 94. Born in Astoria, Oregon, Eloise graduated from Port Orford High School in Port Orford, Oregon, in 1949 and completed her Bachelor of Arts degree at Central Washington...

Karen Lee Miller passed away peacefully into God's waiting arms on September 7, 2025 at the age of 74. She was surrounded by her husband Larry, her three grown children and their spouses plus her brother and his wife; most of the people closest in her life were by her side during her last moments at home in...

Karen Hope Murillo passed way October 4, 2025 at home in Yakima, WA. She was born July 13, 1939, in Tacoma, WA, to Jared Laney and Genevieve Laney Schlenker.

She attended East Valley high school, graduating in 1956. Karen married James Siebol in 1957. Karen and James went on to have three children, Bruce, Rodney...

John Herke was born in Yakima on March 26, 1928 to Joseph and Rose Herke, the youngest child in the family. He passed away at age 97 on September 20, 2025 in Yakima.

John lived his entire life on the family ranch in the Ahtanum Valley, except for the time he lived in town with his maternal grandmother to attend the...

Ray William Decoteau of Toppenish left his earthly confines on Thursday, October 2, 2025, to rejoin his Grandpa William James Decoteau and Grandma Edna Andy Decoteau. He was blindsided by an aggressive cancer. Ray was born November 26, 1972, in Seattle, WA, to Raymond Garcia and Ella Decoteau. He was a beloved son,...

Carol Jean Seagraves 69 of Selah, passed away August 3rd, 2025 after a long struggle with diabetes. She was born to Herman and Juanita (Adams) Seagraves on March 12, 1956.

Carol grew up in the Yakima valley. She attended Davis high school and later graduated from CWU with a bachelor's degree in Women's Studies. She...

I am heartbroken to say that my second Mother and Friend, Barb McNamara, passed away on September 28, 2025. She had been my Second Mother since 1971. Fifty-four years is a long time. It is heartbreaking to have her gone, but I know Mom is now in the loving arms of Our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, with her Husband,...

Grace Jio, wife, mother, and grandmother, passed away peacefully just months before her 101st birthday, on August 29th, 2025, in Lynden, WA. Born to Toraji Shiraishi and Katsuko Yamasaki on January 9th, 1925, in Wilder, ID.

Grace met the love of her life, Masateru Jio, at 16 years old; they finally married in...