Josephine Sanches
Apr 7, 2026
Josephine (Josie) Sanchez, age 70, was called to join her heavenly angels at the gates of heaven on Monday, April 6, 2026. She passed peacefully, surrounded by the family and loved ones she so dearly cherished.
The Book of her Life: Josie’s story began in Toppenish, Washington, born to Biterbo and Filomena Salinas Sr. on May 16, 1955. Raised in Granger,...
Cecelia P. Andy
Apr 4, 2026
Cecelia Pauline Andy “Saiwaliss” was born August 5, 1964, in Toppenish, Washington, and passed peacefully in her home with her family by her side on Saturday, April 4, 2026, in Toppenish, Washington.
She grew up in White Swan and attended Harrah Elementary, White Swan Middle/High School, and Chemawa Indian School. Cecelia earned her GED through Yakima Valley College, completing a certification...
Kenneth Allen Stearns
Apr 3, 2026
In Loving Memory of Kenneth Allen Stearns
Kenneth Allen Stearns, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and cherished friend passed away peacefully on April 3, 2026, after a courageous fight against lung cancer in Toppenish, Washington on April 3, 2026.
Kenneth was born on September 2, 1939 in Malta, Montana, to Kenneth and Arlene Stearns.
Kenneth was known for his strength, his...
Marguerite (Peggy) R. LameBull
Apr 3, 2026
Marguerite (Peggy) Rachel Lame Bull was born in Toppenish, WA on December 24, 1933, to Abel and Donneth French Sr. Peggy worked as an RN for many years at the IHS (Old) clinic and was the head nurse for 30+ years. She also worked at St. Elizabeth 4 North Hospital Plasma Center in Yakima, WA. Peggy also worked at the...
Ramiro B. Martinez
Apr 2, 2026
Ramiro Martinez Beato, 79, was called to his eternal rest on April 2, 2026, Holy Thursday, surrounded by the love and prayers of his family.
Ramiro was born on July 3, 1946, in Tobes y Rahedo, Spain, the first of four children born to Daniel Martinez Arnáiz and Nicolasa Beato Martinez. He learned the value of hard work from an early...
Lynda L Wertenberger
Mar 27, 2026
Lynda Wertenberger obituary
Lynda Lea Wertenberger, 79, passed away peacefully on March 27, 2026 surrounded by her family. She was born on December 1, 1946 in Tacoma, WA to Lawrence and Marion Paul.
The family moved to Yakima when she was 11 years old and Lynda graduated from Eisenhower High School in 1965.
Lynda married the love of her life, Ken, in 1967...
Marvin L. Martinez Sr.
Mar 27, 2026
Celebration of Life for Marvin Lawrence Martinez Sr. November 9, 1945 – March 27, 2026
Marvin Lawrence Martinez Sr., of White Swan, Washington, passed away peacefully on March 27, 2026. Born on November 9, 1945, in Neah Bay, Washington, Marvin lived a life rooted in love, family, friendship, and hard work.
He is survived by his nearest and dearest — Camille Martinez...
Maria Elva Vargas
Mar 25, 2026
It is with both profound sadness and a joyful peace that we announce the passing of Maria Elva Vargas, the cornerstone of our family and the heart of a large and loving circle that extended to countless friends and loved ones. She joined her Lord and Savior on March 25th, 2026 surrounded by family at her home. Elva was born...
Truman H Yeager
Mar 25, 2026
Truman Harvue Yeager, age 81, passed away on March 25, 2026, after a period of illness, along the Naches River—a place he deeply loved.
Born on December 6, 1944, Truman spent his early years in Priest Rapids, WA. before moving in 1948 to Yakima, and later settling in Selah, where he raised his family and built a life.
Truman attended McKinley Grade...
