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DANIEL LEE BECKER, 68, beloved husband of Kimberly J. Small Becker, passed away Saturday morning, November 4, 2023 in his home, surrounded by his loving family. Dan was born and raised in Colfax, Washington. He was a graduate of Eastern Washington University and began his career in the nuclear field at Hanford in Richland, Washington in 1979. In 1991 he relocated to South Carolina where he would continue his successful career at Savannah River Site. In 2008 Dan and Kim would move again...this... Full story
Max Eugene Wilhelm passed away in Spokane after an extended illness at the age of 83. He was born in Colfax, Washington, to Herman and Beulah (Miller) Wilhelm on December 6, 1939. Max was the middle child of three. He lived in St. John, Washington and graduated from St. John High School in 1958. Max attended Columbia Basin Community College. He lived and worked in Boise, Idaho and Huntington Beach, California before returning to the Spokane Valley. Max drove trucks for Garrett Freightlines and... Full story
A Celebration of Life for Gunder Wigen "Bud" Aune, a lifelong farmer and cattleman in the Lacrosse-Hay area, will be held at Selbu Lutheran Church on November 27 at 11 a.m. Pastor John Cross will officiate. Bud passed away on the morning of November 8, at Bishop Place in Pullman, with daughter Julie and beloved wife Judy at his side. He was 86 years old. Bud was born on May 11, 1937, in Colfax, to Gunder and Beatrice (Wigen) Aune. He grew up on Akili Flat, east of Hay. Graduating from Lacrosse...
On October 31, 2023, Ted Deerkop (65) of Garfield, Wash., ended a brave and gritty fight against cancer. He was surrounded by family on a sunny day in his favorite month. He embraced October because of the annual occurrence of his life-altering passion project, ELK CAMP; and Halloween, with endless memories of pumpkin carvings, painting his kids' faces, and stealing all of their hard-earned candy (unless it was an Almond-Joy). On March 9th, 1958, Ted was born to Donald "Bud" and Betty (Brooks)...
Walter John Gray, 87, of Pullman, Wash., passed away October 31, 2023, at his Pullman home. Walt was born May 15, 1936, in Spokane, Wash., to John & Lilian Gray. He grew up in Washtucna, Wash., graduating from Washtucna High School in 1954. Walt received his degree in Farm Management from Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo, California in 1959. Walt married Orbie Baken in Lacrosse, Wash., on December 21, 1957. Following his time in the U.S. Army they made Washtucna their home where he farmed until...
Melvin Craig Gillespie passed away suddenly and peacefully Saturday, November 4, 2023, at Whitman Hospital in Colfax with his brother and sister-in-law by his side. He was born May 28, 1953, to H. Leroy and Olive Faye (Harris) Gillespie in Pullman, Wash. He graduated from Pullman High School in 1972 and attended Washington State University for three years. He and his brother, Bob, formed a farming partnership in 1975, and he continued actively farming until 2013, at which time he then helped out in any way that he could on the farm, from...
Don Deen, a long time Colfax resident, passed away at Sacred Heart Hospital in Spokane on November 4, 2023. He was 92 years old. A memorial service will take place on Thursday, November 16, 2023, at 11 a.m. at Peace Lutheran Church in Colfax, Wash. A family burial will precede the service at the Colfax Cemetery. Don was born in Emmett, Idaho to Thomas and Maggie Deen. He was the fifth of thirteen children. After graduating from High School in 1949, Don enlisted in the United States Air Force...
Clarence Albert Gronning (Clancy), born April 21, 1940, to Junius and Lois (Lambourn) Gronning, went to join his loving wife, Norma, on October 16, 2023. Clancy is survived by his children, Susan (Robert) Lopez, Palouse; Cindy (Mark) Fancher, Moses Lake; and Craig (Laurie) Gronning, Colfax. Clancy had eight grandchildren; Vanessa (Riley) Moore, Palouse; Elisha (Tyson) Palmer, Palouse; Jesse (McKenzie) Lopez, Palouse; Marquel (DJ) Henderson, Moses Lake; MacKenzie Fancher, Cle Elum; Elizabeth... Full story
Randy Perkins, longtime area farmer, passed away Sunday, October 22, 2023, at the Kootenai Medical Center in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. He was 83. The Rosary will be recited at St. Patrick Catholic Church in Colfax on Friday, October 27th, at 10:30 a.m., followed by the Funeral Mass at 11 a.m. Burial with military honors will follow at the Greenwood Cemetery in Palouse. A gathering for lunch will be at the Federated Church following the graveside. For those who wish, viewing will be Thursday from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. at the Corbeill Funeral Home in Col...
Martin Steen, longtime Colfax resident, passed away Friday, October 20, 2023, at the Cascadia of Colfax Health & Rehab Center. He was 87. A Celebration of Life will be at Eddy's Chinese Restaurant at 702 S. Main St. in Colfax on Friday, October 27, at 6 p.m. The No-Host dinner is limited to seating for 40 people so please come early. Kent Martin Steen was born July 8, 1936, in Kenmare, North Dakota, to Knut and Beth Estelle Lundt Steen. He attended school at West Mill Plains, Vancouver, Washingt... Full story
Sarina Smith of Palouse, Wash., passed away at home on October 3, 2023. Sarina was born on December 21, 1982, in Pullman, Wash. She leaves behind her parents, Tucson and Susie Smith, children Quinnly Dan, Relic Dan and Katari Parris along with one Sister, Toshia Berend and brother-in-law Jeff Berend, nephews Karl, Porter and Mack Berend and multiple Aunts, Uncles and Cousins. Sarina attended the Palouse Schools and graduated from the Palouse High School in 2001. Sarina was a free spirit and... Full story
Lauren Anderson, beloved wife of Matthew Anderson, daughter of Terry and Susan Dean passed away peacefully on October 9th at the age of 43. Lauren was born on June 5th, 1980, in Cincinnati, Ohio. She graduated from Turpin High School in 1998 and from Bowling Green in 2005 with a Masters degree in Special Education. She taught in that field for 18 years, educating hundreds of students. Lauren was a devoted wife and mother. She was also a passionate crafter and painter. She and her husband... Full story
Nancy Startin, 90, longtime resident of Hooper and LaCrosse, Wash., passed away October 12, 2023, at Sacred Heart in Spokane, Wash., surrounded by her family. A Graveside Service celebrating her life will be held on Friday, October 27, 2023, at 11:00 a.m. at the LaCrosse Cemetery. A reception will follow at the LaCrosse Community Club. Nancy Ann Vining was born May 22, 1933, in Waitsburg, Washington, to Ned Ancil and Margaret Ann (Neace) Vining. She grew up in the Dayton/Waitsburg area and... Full story
Lucinda Rae Lautenschlager passed away Friday, October 13th, 2023, at her family's home on their ranch near Endicott, Washington. She was 30 years old. Lucy was born February 6th, 1993, in Colfax, Washington, to Carl & Jodi Lautenschlager. She was their second born, after older brother Cody Lautenschlager and followed by the youngest, her sister Katy Lautenschlager. Lucy was always mischievous as a child, and loved playing and squabbling with her siblings. She was a relentless lover of the...
Thomas Lorne Davis of West Linn, Oregon, passed August 29, 2023, in Oregon City, Oregon, at the age of 31. Thomas was born at St. Vincent Hospital in Portland, on September 19, 1991. He is the fifth child of Maureen Elizabeth (Mulberry) and Charles Maberry Davis. Thomas grew up in West Linn in a family of eight. He had a sense of humor and knew how to make his family laugh. His wavy hair continued to get curlier and he often sported a blonde afro hairdo. He was a member of West Linn Lutheran Chu... Full story
Carl Mervin Ogren passed away surrounded by loved ones on October 5, 2023, in Bellevue, Washington. Carl was born in Britton, South Dakota, on September 11, 1941. Carl grew up on the Ogren family farm in Langford, South Dakota. The oldest of seven siblings, he sometimes rode a horse to a rural, one-room schoolhouse and had daily chores to do such as tending to farm animals and working in the fields. He was a proud member of 4-H and had a knack for machinery. Carl lived with a family member in...
Linda Marie Horn, age 74, of Westwood, Kansas, passed away on September 4, 2023. Linda was born May 31, 1949, in Colfax Washington to Ray and Kathleen Horn. Linda grew up in the small town of Oakesdale, Washington, where she enjoyed cheerleading, Future Farmers of America activities and was a member of the Oakesdale/Malden Order of Eastern Star. Linda graduated from Oakesdale High School in 1967. After high school graduation she attended Western Washington University and Washington State...
William Keith Zaring, 94, longtime Lacrosse, Wash., resident, passed away October 2, 2023, at the Courtyard in Colfax, Wash. Keith was born September 30, 1929, in Baker City, Ore., to Paul Rider and Effie Jane (Smithpeter) Zaring. He was raised in Lacrosse where he attended school and graduated with the class of 1947. Following graduation Keith worked for the Union Pacific Railroad (UP). It was his first job away from home and helped form his love of steam powered locomotives. Although he only... Full story
Geraldine Ann West, 94, passed away peacefully at her home in Palouse, Wash., on Friday, October 6, 2023, with her loving family by her side. She was born June 17,1929, in Cle Elum, Wash., to Paul and Bessie (Porter) McBride, the second of four children. Gerry graduated from Rosalia High School with the class of 1947. Her dad was a schoolteacher, so she also attended school and lived in Cle Elum, Spokane, Wilbur, Mabton, and Milan, Wash. Gerry met Lyle at a Grange Hall dance in Pine City, Wash.... Full story
Leslie Jane Neuenschwander, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother passed away with love surrounding her on September 23, 2023, at the age of 74. She leaves behind a trail of light and love and cherished memories and moments with everyone who was in her life. Jane was born in June 22, 1949, in Pullman, Whitman County, Washington. Jane married the man of her dreams, Donald P. Neuenschwander, in 1971. They had two children, Kirby and Kandi Neuenschwander and then eventually welc... Full story
Sherron Ann Strevy of Colfax passed away on September 28, 2023, as a result of a worsening medical state. She was with family when she passed at Whitman Rehabilitation Center. She was the daughter of Doyle Gordon Bryan and Martina Rosalee (Matheny) Phillips. Sherron had 10 siblings. She was born in Wapato, Washington. Sherron spent most of her childhood years in LaCrosse, Wash., where she met and married Michael Strevy in May of 1962. She was widowed in 2020 when her husband Michael passed away... Full story
Justin James Hardgrove, 41, passed away suddenly on Sept. 3, 2023, in Dayton, Wash. He will be laid to rest next to his mother and grandparents with a graveside memorial at the Colfax Cemetery in Colfax, Washington. Justin was born in Spokane, Wash., to James and Wendy Hardgrove (Burlingame) on Oct. 12, 1981. Not one to sit idle, Justin loved the outdoors and could often be found camping, hiking, and exploring new places in Washington, Idaho, and Oregon with Tina and their family. He often made... Full story
Carolyn Janet Ostergren went to be with Our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on August 31st, 2023, in Portland, Ore. Hers was a life of nurturing connections: born in Missoula, Mont., in 1951 to Herb and Joyce Ostergren, youngest of three siblings; growing up in Gladstone, Ore., along the Clackamas River; graduating Class of '69 from Colfax High School in Washington; serving as an AmeriCorps VISTA volunteer at a migrant clinic in Woodburn, Ore., and as a dietician in New Orleans and Portland;... Full story
Jacob Andrew Humphries passed away unexpectedly at his residence on the morning of September 14, 2023, in Pullman, Washington at the age of 22. Jacob was born on April 3, 2001, in Macon, Georgia. He was from Jones County, Georgia, where he grew up in Haddock and Gray. He went to school in Jones County and was a graduate of the class of 2019 at Jones County High School. After graduating, Jacob continued to live and work in Gray then Statesboro, Georgia for a short time before returning home. In t... Full story
Janet Christine Langlois, 83, went to be with her Lord on September 14, 2023. Janet was born in Colfax and raised in Hay on her parent's ranch. She attended school in both Hay and LaCrosse. She lived in several areas around the state before moving to Graford, Texas, in 2021. Janet owned her own gift shop in Leavenworth and also worked in retail and office supply sales. Many knew her as the Manager of the Hallmark store in Monroe until her retirement in 2018. She was proceeded in death by her... Full story
