The Ritzville Adams County Journal - Eastern Adams County's Only Independent Voice Since 1887

May 17, 1945 – Sept.16, 2023

LaRae Diane (Lesser) Way's love of life didn't come to an end with her death. LaRae passed away on Saturday, Sept. 16th, 2023 at the age of 78, peacefully at home with her husband. Her loved ones will continue to honor her legacy by living their lives to the fullest.

LaRae, a long-time resident of Ritzville, Wash. married her husband James (Jim) in 1970 at Alki Beach Congregational, residing in Seattle, Wash. The couple moved to Spokane, Wash. in 1977 and back to LaRae's hometown of Ritzville in 1979.

The simplest pleasures in life brought great joy to LaRae...