Obituaries
Arlou Cox
September 6, 2026
(Kathryn) Arlou Cox, went home on September 6, 2026, at the age of 69. After yet another diagnosis of cancer, being her 5th time, this one wore her out. She is survived by her husband of 40 years, Travis Cox; two kids - son Jesse (Samantha) Cox and daughter Alysea Cox; two beautiful grandkids - Jorja and Israel; and her...
Michael J. Walsh
September 6, 2026
Michael J. Walsh, 81, passed away on September 6, 2026. Viewing will be from 10:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, September 19 at Johnston & Williams in Ellensburg. His family will host a memorial service at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, October 17 at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Magnolia Building. A complete obituary is forthcoming.
Arrangement entrusted...
Harriet Bland
August 7, 2026
Mass of Christian Burial for Harriet Bland will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, September 19, 2026 at St. Andrew’s Catholic Church in Ellensburg with private family burial to follow. A celebration of life reception will be held starting at 3:00 p.m. that same afternoon at the home of Bart Bland, 3830 Manastash Road in Ellensburg. Mrs. Bland, 85,...
Christina L. Hoffman
August 30, 2026
Christina Louise Hoffman, known to those who loved her as Chris, peacefully passed away with family at her side on August 30, 2026, at the age of 79.
She was the second of eight children. Chris was born in Pasco, Washington on December 12, 1946, to John C Hoffman and Hilda H Hoffman. She spent her earliest years on a Mesa...
James Cruse
September 6, 2026
James “Jim” Cruse, 74, passed unexpectedly in his sleep on Sunday, September 6, 2026. A celebration of Jim’s life will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Monday, September 14, 2026 at the Red Horse Diner in Ellensburg. He will be laid to rest in a private ceremony at the IOOF Cemetery.
Jim was born on September 8, 1951 in Ellensburg, Washington,...
William G. Stentz
September 3, 2026
William G. “Bill” Stentz, 80, passed away peacefully at his home on Thursday, September 3, 2026.
Bill was born on June 2, 1946 in Kirkland, Washington to George and Florence Stentz. He spent much of his working life behind the wheel, enjoying a long career as a concrete mixer and dump truck driver. He eventually retired early and took over as...
Cynthia "Cindy" Rock
September 2, 2026
Cynthia “Cindy” Alley Rock passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 2, 2026. A private person by nature, Cindy did not seek the spotlight, but she left a lasting impression through the way she loved big.
To her niece, Amelia, Cindy was far more than an aunt. She was one of Amelia’s favorite people, a role model, and someone she admired and...
Karen M. Rolcik
August 31, 2026
Our beautiful, loving mother, grandmother, sister, cousin, auntie and friend went to the loving arms of our Maker on August 31, 2026
Karen came into this world as a lovely surprise, following the birth of her twin sister, Jackie, on June 10, 1937. The twins were born in Everett, WA to Al and Thelma Sholberg and joined their older sister, Shirley.
The...
Jerry E. Hein
August 6, 2026
Jerry Edward Hein passed away peacefully at home on August 6, 2026, with his beloved wife, Patricia, at his side. In the week before his passing, he had been blessed with family surrounding him, telling stories, laughing, and sharing years of fond memories.
Jerry was born June 16, 1950, in Ellensburg, Washington, and grew up in Roslyn. He graduated from Cle...
Robert J. Ingraham
July 29, 2026
Robert Ingraham passed away on July 29, 2026, just two days after his 77th birthday, in Ellensburg, Washington. Rob had a wonderfully improbable life that included acting, writing, museums, the military police, disaster monitoring, questionable apartment living, legendary letters, fondue of uncertain quality, and putting a number of surprising things on his head.
Rob was born, the second of four children,...
Audrey Bertman
July 19, 2026
Audrey Bertman, 71, of Leavenworth, passed away peacefully on July 19, 2026. Private family services will be held.
Audrey was born on August 30, 1954, in Washington, D.C. to Hildegard Wagner and Frederick Hilley. She spent her early childhood in Munich, Germany, arriving by train at the age of five in Rapid City, South Dakota speaking very little English, before her...
Stu Juris
July 11, 2026
Stuart Craig “Stu” Juris, 93, of Cle Elum, passed away peacefully surrounded by the love of his family and friends on Saturday, July 11, 2026.
Stu was born on March 9, 1933 in Cle Elum, Washington to Andrew and Kathrine Juris. Stu lived his entire life in the Cle Elum area and became a beloved member of the community. He graduated...
Katrina L. Lind
July 7, 2026
The memorial service for Katrina Lynn Lind will be conducted at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, July 24, 2026 at the Rock Church, 514 E. 3rd, in Cle Elum with Rev. Jeff Knight officiating. Mrs. Lind, 54, a longtime Kittitas County resident, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, July 7, 2026 in Baker City, Oregon following a probable cardiac event.
Katrina was born...
Roy L. Smalley
July 5, 2026
Roy Lee Smalley, 63, passed away on Sunday, July 5, 2026 in Kent, Washington. His family will host a celebration of at 6:00 p.m. on Friday, July 31, 2026 at Trinity Community Church, 3807 S. Reith Rd, Kent, WA 98032.
Roy was born on May 9, 1963, in Deadwood, South Dakota, to our mother, Vivian Bruns. His passing was sudden and...
Evelyn Louise Gibson
June 24, 2026
Evelyn Louise Gibson, born on October 5, 1946, in Auburn, Washington, passed away surrounded by the love of her family on June 24, 2026. She spent her life building a legacy of love, creativity, kindness, and unwavering devotion to those she held dear.
On April 21, 1967, Evelyn married the love of her life, Frank Gibson. Together they shared nearly six...
Thomas Fowler Walker
June 22, 2026
Thomas Fowler Walker was born November 20, 1944, in Boca Raton, Florida. He passed away peacefully on June 22, 2026 at the age of 81 in his home surrounded by his wife, son, and daughter.
Thomas was preceded in death by his father, Alexander McComb Walker, mother Mildred Dittrich Walker, sisters Joanne and Louise, and brother Jeff. He is survived by...
Charles Robert Sacrison, Jr
June 20, 2026
Charles Robert Sacrison, Jr. (Chuck) was born in Rapid City, South Dakota, the oldest child of C. Robert Sacrison and Loydene Emma (McCormick) Sacrison. Following the birth of his sister, Vicki, two years later, the family moved to the mining town of Kimberly, Nevada where his father was a mining engineer for Consolidated Copper. There he attended his first two...
Allan Palmer
June 13, 2026
Allan “Butch” Palmer died on June 13, 2026 at his home in Ellensburg, Washington, surrounded by his family. Allan was born on October 16, 1946 in New London, New Hampshire to Ronald and Katherine (Merrill) Palmer.
After high school, Allan joined the U.S. Navy and served in the Vietnam War. He was on the aircraft carrier Forrestal when it caught fire...
Chad W. Stevens
June 8, 2026
It is with broken hearts and cherished memories, we announce the passing of Chad William Stevens on June 8, 2026. Born on October 22, 1972, in Lubbock, Texas, Chad lived a life filled with intelligence, creativity, adventure, and a deep love for his family.
In 1976, Chad moved with his family to Washington State and lived in Centralia until 1985. He...
Steven D. Rogers
June 8, 2026
Steven Dale Rogers, 77, longtime South Cle Elum resident, passed away on Monday, June 8, 2026 at the Yakima Memorial Hospital. He will be laid to rest at a private family ceremony at Laurel Hill Memorial Park.
Steve was born on May 3, 1949 in Olympia, Washington to Dale and Patricia (Medbury) Rogers. His father was in the military, so the...
