Eastern Adams County's Only Independent Voice Since 1887
Eastern Adams County's Only Independent Voice Since 1887
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John J. Cook June 16, 1942- Oct. 5, 2024 The Cook family lost their beloved husband, father, and grandfather, John on Oct. 5, 2024. He was born June 16, 1942 in Peoria, IL to John and Thelma Cook. He spent most of his childhood in Arizona. After attending Flagstaff High School he joined the Navy in 1959. He married his high school sweetheart Carol in 1963 and they were married for more than 60 wonderful years. They were blessed with three sons, John, Charlie and Mike. He was...
Jerry C. Branson Apr. 12, 1930- Sept. 22, 2024 Jerry C. Branson, 94, passed away peacefully at his home in Lind, Wash. on Sept. 22, 2024 surrounded by his loving family. Born on April 12, 1930, in Spokane, Wash., to Leslie and Laura Branson, Jerry spent his early childhood in Belknap, Sanders County, Mont., near Little Beaver Creek. In 1936, his family moved to a wheat farm in Lind, Wash., where he became a proud resident and graduated from Lind High School in 1948. While in...
Carla A. Bengtson June 21, 1934- May 31, 2024 Carla A. Bengtson passed away on May 31, 2024 at Sullivan Park Assisted Living in Spokane Valley, Wash. She was born June 21, 1934 to Amanda J. Labes and spent the next 84 years of her life in Lind, Wash. Her roots in the community ran deep, as her great- grandfather, Karl Labes, had a homestead north of Lind in the late 1880s. He later owned several businesses in town, including a general merchandise store located in the building...
Joan (Borgens) (Schell) Dicus June 1935- Aug 2024 After a long and winding road, Joan (Borgens Schell) Dicus hit the final stop in her life on Monday, Aug.19, 2024, surrounded by her daughter and loving friends. Joan was born in Ritzville, Wash. and spent her childhood on her parents' farm. Her parents, Henry Borgens Jr and Emma (Kiesz) Borgens had 4 children, Joan being the youngest, born June 1935. Joan was a proud graduate of Ritzville High School and maintained childhood...
Carol J.Becker (Hollenbeck, Proctor) Nov. 19, 1938- Aug. 20, 2024 Carol Becker, (82), of Ritzville, Wash., passed away peacefully on Aug. 20, 2024. She was born in Spokane, Wash. on Nov. 19, 1938, to the late Melvin and Tannis Hollenback. Carol is survived by her husband Lowell Becker and three brothers: Richard "Buck" (Janette) Hollenback of Washtucna, Wash, Donald (Teresa) Hollenback of Pasco, Wash, and Douglas Hollenback of Washtucna, Wash. Carol graduated from Kahlotus...
Charlene Harmsen, (72) passed away on Sept. 12, 2024 at her residence in Ritzville, Wash. Very beloved mother of two daughters: Theresa Monroe and Felicia Cunningham & grandson: Shawn Dackonish and his wife Camille Dackonish....
John David Leenders Dec 28, 1956- May 25, 2024 John David Leenders passed away May 25, 2024 due to complications of diabetes. John was born on Dec. 28, 1956 to Gerrit Leenders and Joan Blandford Leenders. He is survived by his brother James Leenders. John was a graduate of Washington State University majoring in Journalism. He was the managing editor of the Washington Association of Wheatgrowers and president of the Chamber of Commerce in Ritzville, Wash. John lived in...
Jeanne (Vangrootel) Schrag Jan. 9, 1922- Sept. 6, 2024 Jeanne (Vangrootel) Schrag, a loving mother, devoted grandmother, and a friend to many, passed away peacefully on Sept. 6, 2024, at the Community Pride (formerly Rose Garden) assisted living center in Ritzville, Wash. She was 102 years old. Jeanne was born on Jan. 9, 1922, in Liège, Belgium, to Pauline and Pierre Vangrootel. Her life was marked by the love and commitment she had for her family, and her community. In...
Bernice Melcher Feb. 15, 1932 - Sept. 3, 2024 Bernice Melcher, 92 passed away peacefully on Sept. 3, 2024, at her home in Odessa, Wash. She was born Feb. 15, 1932, to John and Matilda Tillie, Frieske Lobe in Odessa, Wash. She married Kenneth Melcher on Aug. 21, 1949, and they celebrated 65 years together. Bernice was preceded in death by her parents, husband Ken 2015, brothers Leonard, Harold, and Clinton Lobe; sisters Alma Lobe and Doris Melcher; and half-brother Steve Lobe....
Jean E. Williams Oct. 3, 1944- Sept. 1, 2024. Jean E. Williams, 79, of Spokane Valley, Wash. passed away Sept. 1, 2024. Jean was born Oct. 3, 1944, in Sherman, Texas to Robert H. and Bennie (Brown) Bernard. Jean moved with her parents and older sister to Connell, Wash. when she was one. She attended school there, graduating from Connell High School class of 1964. From there she briefly tried beauty school in Moses Lake, Wash. Shortly after, she met Robert W. Williams and they...
Rick Dean Ambers II July 7, 1989 - Aug. 6, 2024 Rick Dean Ambers II, 35, of Ritzville, Wash., passed away Aug. 6,2024. He was born in Moses Lake, Wash., on July 7, 1989, to the late Rick Dean Ambers and Betty Kramer, the second of three children. Rick was a 2008 graduate of Lind-Ritzville High School. Rick enjoyed playing football for the Broncos and was a member of FFA. After graduating, he worked at number of local businesses before settling into a career an automobile...
Judy Hofman 1946 – 2024 Judy (Gandrud) Hofman, 78, of Walla Walla, Wash, formerly of Culbertson, Mont., and Ritzville, Wash, passed away at Providence Medical Center on Aug. 20, 2024, following complications of diabetes. She was born on March 31, 1946, in Wilmar, Calif., now known as Rosemead, Calif., to Joseph and Marie Gandrud. She was raised in Culbertson, MT where she attended school and graduated from High School in 1965. Following high school, Judy married John Hofman a...
Mary Susan Herdrich Born July 24 1945 Died July 18th 2024 Memorial Service September 7th at 11 am at Spokane Valley United Methodist Church 115 North Raymond...
HARVEY WILLIAM LAIB 1940-2024 Harvey was born Dec. 2, 1940, to Edward and Emma (Stoller) Laib at their farmhouse near Warden Wash. He was the youngest of 11 children. Harvey started school in Warden and when his father retired from farming in 1948, the family moved to Ritzville. He then graduated from Ritzville in 1957. Harvey went to EWSC (EWU), becoming a proud alumnus, then served in the Army. After being discharged from the Army, Harvey was an accountant for the military,...
Carol J. Becker (Hollenback) of Ritzville, Washington passed away on August 20, 2024 at the age of 86. Danekas Funeral Home in Ritzville is in charge of arrangements. An obituary is to follow....
Doris Arlene Berry Feb.1, 1935 – Aug. 7, 2024 Doris Arlene Berry was born Feb. 1, 1935 in Walla Walla, Wash. and died in the loving embrace of her son Craig Berry on Aug. 7, 2024 at Golden Sands in Ocean Park, Wash. Doris was born to Alma (Adler) and Delford Jolstead and was named after Alma’s sister. Delford passed when she was ten years old, and as a result she spent many happy summers with her sister Norma at their grandparent’s farm in Ritzville, Wash. Norma passed away...
Doris Berry of Ocean Park, Washington died on August 7, 2024 at the age of 89. Condolences can be left at www.penttilaschapel.com...
Richard (Dick) Walton Skinner Mar. 16, 1930- Aug. 11, 2024 Dad’s health was deteriorating as the doctor asked him what his goals were. “I want to take care of my family,” he replied. That is the kind of person he was. Always willing to help and care for others. He got his start in Ritzville, Wash. on March 16, 1930 and took the last breath of his extraordinary life on August 11, 2024 in Hayden, Idaho. His parents Leroy Hamilton and Sadie Clara (Miller) Skinner named him after...
Patricia Smith Apr. 23, 1948 - July 16, 2024 Patricia "Pat" Smith passed away on July 16, 2024, in Spokane, Wash. Patricia Smith the daughter of Vernon and Esther Schafer was born on April 23, 1948. She graduated from Washtucna High School in 1966 and then attended Business School in the Seattle Area. She had many interests over her lifetime such as horses, skiing, doll making, and traveling just to name a few. Patricia loved animals. Patricia raised her daughter in a loving...
My Mom Mom didn’t want an obituary so don’t go thinking this is one. Mom lived her life by her own rules and no self respecting daughter would change that now. She loved, gave and taught her entire life. Maybe you enjoyed fresh homemade yeast rolls at the school cafeteria in your youth. Maybe you learned to camp and cook over a fire in Girl Scouts. Maybe you read a book that she donated to the library in memory of a loved one. Maybe you have eaten one of her pies that she made and donated to Lion Club. Maybe she helped you...
Elmer A. Fode July 26, 1938 - July 6, 2024 Elmer A. Fode of Fredericksburg, Virginia passed away July 6, 2024 with his wife and daughter by his side. He is remembered in the hearts of his wife, Patsy Fode, his daughter and her husband, Angela and David Gentry, three grandchildren, Lydia, Michelle, and Matthew Gentry, and two great-grandchildren, Beau and Clayton Lochman. Elmer was preceded in death by late parents, Ted and Lydia Fode, and siblings, Esther Schaal, Reinhold...
Diane L. (Stucky) Gering Mar. 21, 1945-July 22, 2024 Diane L. (Stucky) Gering, 79, of Ritzville, Wash., died unexpectedly from unknown causes on July 22, 2024 at the family homestead in rural Adams County. She was born on March 21, 1945, to Carl T. and Lorene Stucky in McPherson, Kansas. Her childhood years were filled with the simple pleasures of life on a small dairy and wheat farm. She enjoyed being outside, caring for pets, and playing games. Three older siblings were depe...
A celebration of life will be held for Cindy Bucher Phillips 5:00 pm at Haase’s Tavern in Lind. Please bring an appetizer to share....
Carolynn “Denise” Henderson July 6, 1970 - July 1, 2024 It is with great sadness that we announce the unexpected passing of our beloved Carolynn “Denise” Henderson on July 1, 2024, while working overseas in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Denise was born on July 6, 1970, into military life at the oldest continuously running naval hospital dating back to 1830, located in Portsmouth, Virginia. From the time she was old enough to walk, she protected all those she loved. We vividly r...
Doris B. Schoessler 1927 – 2024 Doris Bernice Wise Schoessler, beloved sister, wife, mother and dedicated registered nurse passed away June 28, 2024 the age of 97, in Spokane, Wash. She leaves behind a legacy of compassion, dedication and love that will be forever cherished by all who knew her. The daughter of David and Verna Wise, Doris grew up on the family homestead on the South Fork of Mill Creek, where she went to grade school and later Colville High School. Doris e...