Berniece G. Walters 90, passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, March 20, 2019      surrounded by family after a short battle with cancer.  Born March 1, 1929 in Lincoln, Nebraska.  She lived in Nebraska, Wyoming, California, Nevada finally settling in Washington in 1963.  Survived by two daughters Shari (Don) Coffman and Shawn (Bruce) Defferding.  Three grandsons Gerry and wife Tina Adams, Brent Coffman, Bryan Defferding and Heather. ...

David V. Sanchez, 55, our loving husband and father passed away on March 19, 2019 in Richland, WA.   He was born on May 31, 1963 to Ofimio and Antonia Sanchez in Toppenish, WA as the second of five children.  He spent his early years migrating with his family from the Rio Grande Valley, TX to different parts of OR and WA. His family settled in Mabton, WA in the early 1970’s. He attended Mabton High School where he met the love of his life, Elsa (Cerrillo) Sanchez and...

Memorial services will be held at a later date. Those wishing to sign Gilbert’s online memorial book may do so at www.funeralhomesmith.com Smith Funeral Homes in care of arrangements.

Sharon Wade 78 of Sunnyside, WA died peacefully at her home surrounded by her loving family on March 15th, 2019.  Sharon is survived by her husband Bob Wade of 23 years, along with her seven children; Kevin Hill, Terry (Kim) Hill, Jerry Hill, Alauna (Bart) Piper, Christine (Gabe) Virgil, Jeff (Michelle) Hill, and Shellie Reymundo. Sharon was proceeded in death by five of her six siblings. She is survived by her sister Ruby Joyce Jensen. In combination, Sharon has 20 grandchildren and...

David James Leary age 53, of Zilliah, WA. passed away Friday, March 15, 2019 in Yakima, WA.  David Leary was born January 17, 1966 in Seattle, WA the son of Michael and Zorina (Bailey) Leary.  He spent his early years and received his early education in Seattle, WA.  and Graduated from Mount Lake Terrace High School in Lynnwood,  WA.  On March 13, 1985 David began his military service in the United States Army and received his Honorable Discharge on February 10,...

  Guadalupe M. Cruz, age 87, of Sunnyside, WA went to the loving arms of his Heavenly Father on Friday, March 8, 2019. Guadalupe was born on January 22, 1932 in Leon Guanajuato, Mexico the son of Celerina (Marquez) and Aurelio Cruz.  Guadalupe married Santos Gallegos in Edinburg, Texas on September 28, 1954.   He worked as a farm laborer during his working years.  Guadalupe is survived by his wife, Santos Cruz of Sunnyside, WA.  Children Juan Cruz of McAllen,...

Our beloved sister, Theodora “Dori” Castro, passed away at the age of 55 on March 6, 2019. Dori was born on August 12, 1963 in Sunnyside, WA the daughter of Maria (Salinas) and Rodolfo Castro.  Despite all her challenges since a toddler she was a loving person. She loved going to Wal-Mart and going to visit her parents at the cemetery monthly.  She loved her caregiver Christina Guzman. Rest in peace beloved sister, no more pain, no more medications. You made it to...

On Wednesday, March 6, 2019, heaven opened the doors and welcomed its newest angel, Pat Lund.  Pat lived a long healthy life and finally at the age of 90 years young decided it was her time to go.  Pat was born April 28, 1928 to Lester and Mable Jennings.  She graduated from Grant’s Pass High School in 1948.  She married Dale Fisher and had three children: Michael, Kathleen and Marilyn.  After Dale Fisher’s death, she married George Dapping and had four...

Linda Wolkenhauer was born March 8, 1949 in Prosser to parents George and Daisy (Allen) Wolkenhauer right behind her twin sister Glenda. Linda passed away March 6, 2019. Linda graduated from Grandview High School with the class of 1967. Linda along with her sister loved to bowl and play fast-pitch softball. Linda was pitcher and Glenda was catcher, and they won many tournaments with their team. She worked at several stores in the area, the 410 Market in Sunnyside in the 70s, Evan’s...

Robert Eugene Wilson age 71 of Kennewick, WA passed away on Saturday, March 2, 2019 in Kennewick. He was born April 1, 1947 in Ellensburg, WA. the son of William and Nellie (Hurst) Wilson. Robert is survived by three sons; Dennis Wilson, Chris Wilson, Bill Wilson and four grandchildren; Elizabeth Wilson, Riley Wilson, James Wilson and Tyler Wilson. He is preceded in death by his wife Mary Wilson with whom he will be put to rest by in Prosser, WA. Graveside Inurnment with Military Honors...