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  • James "Jim" McKelvey

    Updated Sep 20, 2024

    James "Jim" McKelvey 1942-2024 James "Jim" McKelvey of Spokane passed away unexpectedly and peacefully at his home on Thursday, August 29, 2024, he was 82 years old. Jim was a graduate of Mead High School Class of 1962, where he was an Eagle Scout. After graduation, Jim graduated SCC with a degree in Heavy Equipment Hydraulics. He spent the next 11 years working for Case Power and Equipment. In 1975, Jim became one of SCC's instructors in Heavy Equipment department, where he...

  • Bernice Melcher

    Updated Sep 19, 2024

    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....

  • Crystal Marie Wynecoop- Hickman (Vaughan)

    Updated Sep 5, 2024

    Crystal Marie Wynecoop- Hickman (Vaughan) Dec 10, 1936- Aug 21, 2024 Crystal Marie Wynecoop- Hickman (Vaughan) went to her heavenly home on Aug 21, 2024. She left this earth peacefully surrounded by her family. Crissy was born to Harry & Vera Vaughan in Vale, OR on Dec 10, 1936. She was #5 of 11 children. Crissy was a gardener and avid golfer. She wore many hats in her 87 years but her most favorite thing was being Mom, Grandma and Great. Mom had 6 kids by the age of 26 with...

  • John H Grosshans

    Updated Aug 28, 2024

    John H Grosshans July 2, 1938 –Aug. 8, 2024 John H Grosshans passed away in Tacoma, Wash. on Aug. 8, 2024. He was born in Romania on July 2, 1938 and moved from Germany to Odessa, Wash. in 1950. John attended Odessa High School, excelling and loving basketball, football, and track. John entered ROTC at Eastern State College where he met and married the love of his life, Vonda. Together they welcomed two sons, John Alan Grosshans (Johanna) and Jeffrey Scott Grosshans (...

  • Terrance W. (Terry) Lust

    Updated Aug 21, 2024

    Terrance W. (Terry) Lust Apr. 6, 1955- Aug. 13, 2024 Passed away peacefully on August 13, 2024 at his home in Davenport, Wash. surrounded by his wife and daughters. Terry was born on April 6, 1955 to Don and Alene Lust in Colfax, Wash. He grew up in Endicott, moved to Ritzville and began first grade, followed by a move to Davenport in fifth grade and then he graduated from Davenport High School in 1973. Terry was a standout athlete in high school in football, tennis and basket...

  • Deana Lee Bingham Ladwig

    Updated Aug 21, 2024

    Deana Lee Bingham Ladwig 1942 - 2024 Deana Ladwig, 82, of Spokane Valley, Wash. passed away on August 3, 2024. She was always prepared and wrote her own obituary as follows: While attending church service on November 22, 2009 a spiritual thing happened to me…. I was told to write by own obituary. I was born the second daughter of Thomas and Olga Bingham in Coulee Dam, Wash. My older sister is Jeraldine Bingham (Herm) Caviness of Spokane, Wash. A few years after my dad’s dea...

  • Leanna Sue Schafer

    Updated Aug 13, 2024

    Leanna Sue Schafer Dec. 22, 1946-July 24, 2024 Leanna passed away peacefully July 24, 2024, in Spokane Wash. Leanna was born Dec. 22, 1946, in Spokane, Wash. to Ralph and Idella (Wolfe) Hofmann. Leanna grew up on the family farm in Plaza, Wash. Being the third of four girls born to a farmer she was expected to help with the farm work. All the Hofmann girls wound up helping their dad. Some of Leanna's fondest childhood memories included riding horses with her dad to bring in...

  • Paul Totusek

    Updated Aug 13, 2024

    Paul Totusek July 9, 1928 -July 14, 2024 Paul Totusek passed away peacefully Sunday, July 14, 2024 at Bethany @ Pacific, surrounded by family. Paul was born July 9, 1928 in Sacred Heart Hospital, Spokane, Wash. to Frank B. and Mary M. Fendler Totusek of Odessa, Wash. He grew up with two brothers, Frank and Max and three sisters, Dorothy, Mary Ann, and Carol, residing in Texas. Raised in Odessa, he graduated from high school in 1947. He graduated in the field of refrigeration...

  • Alan Stephen Jessett

    Updated Jul 3, 2024

    Alan Stephen Jessett June 2, 1944- June 19, 2024 Steve Jessett passed away June 19, 2024 in Deer Park Wash, two short weeks after celebrating his 80th birthday with family and friends. Steve was born June 2nd 1944 to A.W Jessett and Elna Jessett, with siblings Bill (Idell) Jessett and Loren Jessett, where he was raised in Odessa Wash. He was blessed with 50 years of marriage to Barbara Kahler of Spokane Wash. where they settled in to raise together Shawna Martin, Cassandra...

  • Maxine Mae Roth

    Updated Jun 20, 2024

    Maxine Mae Roth Mar. 8, 1935- May 15, 202 Maxine Mae Roth, born on March 8, 1935, passed away peacefully on May 15, 2024, at 89 in Oregon City, Oregon. Maxine lived a life full of warmth, compassion, and steadfast faith. She is survived by her dear sister, Theresa Groves; her loving children, Karen Harper, Kristine Trammell, Mark Roth, and Rebecca Rice; nine grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her parents, Rudolf and Dora Scharff, her sister...

  • Braedon Efraimson

    Updated Jun 20, 2024

    Braedon Efraimson Jan. 10, 1998 - June 8, 2024 Braedon George Efraimson, age 26 of Davenport, Washington, passed away on June 8th, 2024. Braedon was born on January 10th, 1998 in Vancouver, Washington to Roland & Kristin (Charlson) Efraimson. In 2005 Braedon's family moved to Davenport, Washington where he remained the rest of his days upon this earth. Braedon had a caring, relaxed nature and enjoyed the outdoors, physical activities and spending time with family and friends....

  • Alan Kysar

    Updated Jun 20, 2024

    Alan Kysar May 25, 1998 - June 7, 2024 Alan Roy Kysar, age 26, of Davenport, WA, passed away on Friday, June 7th, 2024 in Harrington, WA. He was born on May 25th, 1998 in Vancouver, WA to his parents, David and Carrie (Schmeusser) Kysar. Alan was a member of the Old Apostolic Lutheran Church. Alan loved people and never met anyone that wasn't a friend. Alan was very generous and always had a smile on his face. Alan is survived by his parents, David and Carrie. Siblings:...

  • Blake Wilson

    Updated Jun 20, 2024

    Blake Wilson Dec. 28, 1999 - June 7, 2024 Blake Aaron Wilson, age 24, passed away on Friday, June 7, 2024 in Harrington, WA. Blake was born on December 28, 1999 in Vancouver, Washington to his parents Brandon and Shanon (Hanson) Wilson. Blake loved his parents, siblings, nephews, niece, and friends so much. His love was very deep. He enjoyed all things outdoors. He was a member of The Old Apostolic Lutheran Church. Blake is survived by his parents, siblings Myles (Jessa),...

  • Richard Albert Wolf

    Updated Jun 12, 2024

    Richard Albert Wolf Apr. 8, 1947- June 2, 2024 Richard Albert Wolf passed away at the age of 77 in Seattle, Wash. on June 2, 2024. Ric was born in Tacoma, Wash. on April 8, 1947. Ric grew up in Odessa, Wash. and graduated from Odessa High School. He attended Central Washington University. During this time, he was drafted into the Vietnam War. After his service, he returned to CWU to earn his degree. He spent most of his working career in California as a banking professional and consultant. After he retired, he traveled the co...

  • Renate Ingrid Mattoon

    Updated Jun 5, 2024

    Renate Ingrid Mattoon Jan 26, 1941-May 19, 2024 Renate Mattoon (Rumeney) was born the year of 1941 in Mandel Germany in the midst of WWII. Although she remembers lots of incidents during the war, she and her sisters and parents lived through the war unscathed. Renate attended bakery school as a teenager and learned many of her baking skills that she used all of her life. Renate met and married the love of her life, Mitchel Mattoon and together they raised two daughters, Cheri...

  • Larry Dallas Harvey

    Updated May 23, 2024

    Larry Dallas Harvey Feb. 5, 1951- May 13, 2024 Larry Dallas Harvey returned home on May 13, 2024. Born on February 5, 1951, in Omak, Wash., Larry was the son of Dallas and Janet Harvey (Davisson). A lover of hunting, fishing, camping, and the mountains, Larry’s life was an adventure. His journey was filled with experiences that created memories and stories, making us wish we had been there to share them. His adventure concluded in Davenport, Wash, where he made his home. He l...

  • Correction of services

    Updated May 23, 2024

    Jones, Paula – Correction of services. A memorial service will be held at Strate Funeral Home on June 1, 2024 @ 1:00 PM...

  • Dennis William Sims

    Updated May 23, 2024

    Dennis William Sims Aug. 1, 1939 – Feb. 29, 2024 In memory of Dennis William Sims August 1, 1939 – Feb. 29, 2024 A life well lived. Born in Davenport Wash. and passed away suddenly in Phoenix AZ after declining health. Dennis was a beloved husband, father, and precious grandpa. He will forever be missed by wife Jackie of 67 years, daughters Denise and Debbie (Geoff Gastelum), grandson Tristan and brother Jay. He served 5 years in the US Navy Seabee reserves living on Guam and...

  • Albert (Bud) Edward King

    Updated May 23, 2024

    Albert (Bud) Edward King July 2, 1933 – May 17, 2024 Longtime resident and cattle rancher from Odessa, Wash., Albert “Bud” Edward King, 90, passed away May 17, 2024. Bud was the third born to Ralph and Mary King, joining sisters Marion and Effie, and later brother Wallace. Bud was born at home on the farm close to Crab Creek on July 2, 1933. The family moved to Marlin in June 1945 and back to Odessa in spring 1952. Bud received an eighth-grade education. He lettered in baske...

  • Hattie Arlene McGuire

    Updated May 16, 2024

    Hattie Arlene McGuire July 1,1932- May 1, 2024 Hattie Arlene McGuire, aged 91, passed away peacefully in Walla Walla, Wash., on May 1, 2024. Arlene personified love, kindness, warmth, loyalty, thoughtfulness, resilience, and generosity, all woven seamlessly together. To her many grandchildren, she was the best grandma ever: a heroine, a paragon of faith, strength, integrity, and love. Above all, Arlene epitomized the essence of family. She was a beloved caretaker and a strong...

  • Paula Kay Jones (Canfield)

    Updated May 9, 2024

    Paula Kay Jones (Canfield) June 20, 1950- Feb. 9, 2024 Paula Kay Jones (Canfield) Age 73 passed away on Feb. 9, 2024, In Spokane, Wash. She was born on June 20, 1950 in Davenport, Wash. Paula was a dedicated volunteer for Campfire Inland Northwest, and had passion for making and selling her crafts at various craft shows throughout the inland Northwest. She served our community as a certified nurse aide for many years at Sacred Heart Hospital and St. Luke's Rehabilitation...

  • Robert "Bob" Hosking

    Updated May 2, 2024

    Robert "Bob" Hosking 1935-2024 Robert "Bob" Hosking, 88, passed away peacefully on April 24 in Davenport, WA, where he lived for more than 30 years. Bob was born in 1935 to Homer and Ruth "Mim" Hosking in Buffalo, NY. He attended the University of Maine where he met his beloved wife of 63 years, Pam. As a forestry major, he spent summers in Idaho and fell in love with the area. He also was an ROTC student and joined the U.S. Army in 1957 where he was a lieutenant stationed at...

  • Marilyn Lynette Fink

    Updated Apr 3, 2024

    Marilyn Lynette Fink Feb. 23,1933- Mar. 14, 2024 Marilyn Lynette Fink's life began, and ended, in her beloved town of Odessa, Wash. She was born Feb. 23,1933 to parents Mary and Ed Salo. On Mar. 14, 2024 her prayers were answered, and she left for Heaven at the age of 91. Marilyn grew up with her brother Gale and parents in their home on Main Street in Odessa. Although quiet by nature, Marilyn managed to make many friends throughout all her school years. During this time,...

  • Steven Lee (Leroy) Siegel

    Updated Mar 28, 2024

    Steven Lee (Leroy) Siegel Feb. 12, 1947 Steven was born Feb. 12, 1947 to Betty Maxine Siegel and Lynn Robert Siegel in Spokane, Wash. Steven never liked his middle name Leroy so, much later in life, he had it officially changed to Lee. Steve was very proud of his military service in the US Army. He was in the 1st Cavalry Division in Vietnam earning an Honorable Discharge on June 14th, 1965. He was a life member of the VFW Post #7395 and a member of the Odessa American Legion P...

  • Robert "Bob" Westfall

    Updated Mar 22, 2024

    Robert "Bob" Westfall Mar.4, 2024 On Mar. 4, 2024, Robert "Bob" Westfall, passed away in Spokane, Wash., at 67 years old. Bob was a man well loved who had a life well lived, and he leaves behind a great void in the lives of all who knew him. Bob was born in Caldwell, Idaho, to Harold and Shirley Westfall. He was one of five siblings. The Westfall family moved to Kennewick, Wash., where Bob attended Kennewick High School. During his youth, he was an avid sportsman and...

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