Obituaries
James L. Tyler
August 3, 2025
In Loving Memory of James “Jim” Larson Tyler
Jim Tyler, beloved father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on August 3, 2025, at the age of 86. He leaves behind a legacy of love, wisdom, and curiosity that touched the lives of all who knew him.
A brilliant mathematician, gifted writer, and lifelong learner, Jim possessed a mind as vast as it...
Billy F. Robins
2025
Billy Fred Robins, 88, “Robby” to Sally, made a touch down sliding through the gate on Saturday, August 2, 2025 with Sally holding the gate open.
Billy was born in 1937 in Texas. He married the love of his life, Sally, in 1958 and they built a family on faith, love and respect and continued to be inseparable until Sally passed...
Brennen A. Milloy
July 30, 2025
The funeral service for Brennen Albert Milloy will be conducted at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, August 16, 2025 in the Evenson Memorial Chapel at Johnston & Williams in Ellensburg. Viewing will be from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Friday, August 15, at the funeral home. Mr. Milloy, 74, a longtime Kittitas County resident and retired Cle Elum Chief of...
Juan Jose "John" Odiaga
July 26, 2025
Mass of Christian Burial for Juan Jose "John" Odiaga will be celebrated at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, August 13 at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Cle Elum with a potluck reception to follow at the Cle Elum Eagles. The committal service will take place Thursday, August 14 at 10:00 a.m. at Laurel Hill Memorial Park. Viewing will be...
Lynn N. Beedle
July 25, 2025
Lynn Nora Beedle, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and sister, passed away peacefully at her home near Peoh Point on Friday, July 25, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family after a short battle with cancer. Born on August 24, 1952, to Joseph and Jenell (Johnson) Groeschell in Cle Elum, Lynn’s life was a testament to love, strength, and unwavering...
Thomas N. Nendick
July 22, 2025
Thomas R. “Tom” Nendick, 68, passed away on Tuesday, July 22, 2025 at his Roslyn home. Viewing for family and friends will be from 4:00–7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, August 5, 2025 at Johnston & Williams Funeral Home in Cle Elum. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, August 6 at St. John the Baptist Catholic...
Darlene A. West
July 16, 2025
Darlene Ann West, 94, lifetime Ellensburg resident, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 16, 2025 at the KVH Hospital in Ellensburg. She was laid to rest in a private ceremony at the IOOF Cemetery.
Darlene was born May 28, 1931 in Ellensburg to parents Elmer & Alta (Taylor) Cobain. She grew up in the Kittitas Valley, and graduated from Ellensburg High...
Margaret M. Smith
July 11, 2025
Margaret Mary (Shestock) Smith, 77, of Oroville, passed away peacefully on Friday, July 11, 2025, at Providence Holy Family Hospital in Spokane, surrounded by family.
Margaret was born on November 11, 1947, in Ellensburg, Washington, to William & Evangeline (Grooters) Shestock and spent her early years growing up in Roslyn. In September of 1960, the family moved to Renton, Washington, where...
David V. Curry
July 5, 2025
Mass of Christian Burial for David Vernon "Dave" Curry will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, July 19, 2025 at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Cle Elum with committal at Laurel Hill Memorial Park. A reception will follow the graveside at Ritter Farms – in honor of Dave’s love of sports, please wear your favorite team shirt...
Catherine Lynn Droullard
June 27, 2025
It’s with heavy hearts we announce the passing of our mother, Catherine Lynn Droullard. She went to be with her Lord.
Cathy was born in 1947 to Lou and Dorothy Mills. She was adopted at two months old by Glenn and Christine Collins. Later they adopted Cathy’s brother, Ken Collins. She was so excited to get a little baby brother! Growing...
Karen A. Gano
June 25, 2025
Karen Anne Gano, 67, passed away on Wednesday, June 25, 2025 at her Ellensburg home. Her memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, July 18, 2025 in the Evenson Memorial Chapel at Johnston & Williams in Ellensburg.
Karen was born on October 20, 1957 in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada to William & Eileen (Prohaska) Sayles. She spent her...
William A. Craven
June 25, 2025
William Amos "Will" Craven passed away in the early morning hours of June 25, 2025. He leaves behind a legacy of steady leadership, deep roots, and quiet devotion to his family and the Roslyn community.
Born on September 18, 1938, in Roslyn, Washington, to Samuel Lawrence and Ethel Florence Williams Craven, Will was the second youngest in a family of thirteen...
Beverly J. Ballard
June 19, 2025
Beverly Joann (Hubbard) Ballard, 94, longtime Teanaway Valley resident, passed away peacefully at her home on Thursday, June 19, 2025. Her memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, July 12, 2025 at the Swauk Teanaway Grange with Pastor Worth Wilson officiating.
Beverly was born on April 19, 1931, in Boise, Idaho to Arthur & Ethel (Chandler) Hubbard. A...
Vada Stewart
June 11, 2025
Vada Ilene Stewart, 79, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 11, 2025 at Ellensburg Senior Living. Her family will host a celebration of her life starting at 12:00 Noon on Tuesday, July 8, 2025 at the Cashmere Riverside Center located at 201 Riverside Dr. in Cashmere. She will be laid to rest in a private family ceremony at the Cashmere...
Lena Fudacz
June 10, 2025
Mass of Christian Burial for Lena Fudacz will be celebrated at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, June 20, 2025 at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Cle Elum with burial to follow at Laurel Hill Memorial Park. Rosary will be prayed at 7:00 p.m. Thursday evening, June 19, also at St. John's. Viewing for family and friends will be from...
Ronda L. Allphin
June 7, 2025
Ronda L. Allphin, 68, of Kittitas, passed away on Saturday, June 7, 2025 at the Harborview Medical Center after a courageous battle with numerous health issues. She leaves behind a legacy of kindness, strength, and joy – and reminder to all to live a vibrant and adventurous life filled with love, music, and deep devotion to family.
Ronda was born on...
Joy F. Seed
June 6, 2025
Joy F. Seed, 82, longtime Ellensburg resident, passed away peacefully on Friday, June 6, 2025 at Fieldstone Memory Care in Yakima. She will be laid to rest in a private family ceremony at the IOOF Cemetery in Tumwater.
Joy was born on April 7, 1943, the youngest of four children (and the only girl) born to Harold & Alice (Hurd) Wells....
Ed Tucker, Jr.
May 31, 2025
Ed Tucker, Jr. was born in Wichita, Kansas on December 30, 1939 to Ed Tucker, Sr. and Sarah Fox Tucker. Ed passed away May 31, 2025 in Yakima, Washington.
Ed grew up in Wichita with his parents and three siblings; Judy, Mike and John. Upon graduating from East High he attended the University of the South in Sewanee, Tennessee. Midway through...
Kathryn Ann Wyatt
May 28, 2025
Kathryn Ann (Scott) Wyatt, 99, died May 28, 2025, in Spokane, Washington. A private graveside service will be held at the IOOF cemetery in Ellensburg, Washington on June 14, 2025.
Kathryn was born on April 25, 1926, in Brownstown, Washington and she spent her childhood in the lower Yakima Valley. She graduated from White Swan High School in 1944 and then...
John M. Uhrich
May 23, 2025
John Michael Uhrich, 58, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, May 23, 2025, from injuries sustained in an automobile accident. His graveside service will be conducted at 3:00 p.m. on Tuesday, August 5, 2025 at Tahoma National Cemetery in Kent, Washington.
John was born on January 8, 1967, in Corvallis, Oregon and grew up in Kent, Washington where he graduated high school....
