September 2, 2020

Charles Larry Firkins, 84, of Ellensburg, passed away at his home on Wednesday, September 2, 2020.  A Celebration of Life is being planned for next spring.

Larry was born on May 9, 1936 in Rupert, Idaho, the middle of ten children born to Wilford & Vardella (Hughes) Firkins.  He grew up in Rupert and attended the local...

August 27, 2020

Jordan Hanson, 24, of Ellensburg, passed away on Thursday, August 27, 2020 at the Harborview Medical Center in Seattle due to injuries and complications from a car accident in late July.

Jordan was born on December 21, 1995 in Monroe, Washington to Joel Hanson and Jessica “Star” Burns.  He was raised in the Ellensburg-Kittitas communities, attending elementary...

August 26, 2020

Pauline “Paulie” (Barich) Smith, aged 91, passed away on August 26, 2020 due to complications after a stroke. A private Mass of Christian Burial will be held for the family and Paulie will be laid to rest at St. Barbara’s Cemetery in Roslyn.

Paulie was born on January 20, 1929, the tenth child of Vance and Paulina...

August 25, 2020

Fern Marie Hamblen, 97, formerly of Ellensburg, passed away on August 25, 2020 at the Mt. St. Vincent Care Center in West Seattle.  A private family service will be held and Fern will be laid to rest at the IOOF Cemetery in Ellensburg.  Viewing for family and friends will be Friday, September 4, 2020 from 10:00 a.m.- 4:00 p.m....

August 22, 2020

Thomas Melvin Darrow, aka “Pops”, 84, formerly of South Cle Elum, passed away on Saturday, August 22, 2020 at the Astria Sunnyside Hospital in Sunnyside, Washington.  A graveside service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, September 26, 2020 at Laurel Hill Memorial Park in Cle Elum.  Attendees are asked to please wear a mask and maintain social...

August 17, 2020

Charlot was peacefully called home to her Lord and Savior on August 17, 2020. She was born to John and Alta Van Belle in Mabton, Washington on January 25, 1928.  Charlot was preceded in death by son Kelly (Patti), her parents, sister Betty, and brothers John and Jim.  Surviving are her husband of nearly 73 years, Frank; sons Casey...

August 15, 2020

Nicholas Lee Schoolcraft, 65, of Ellensburg, passed away at his home on Saturday, August 15, 2020 following a short battle with lung cancer.  Private family services have been conducted.

Nick was born on January 30, 1955 in Cumberland County, Pennsylvania to John Wilber & Esta Fae (Clemons) Schoolcraft. Following his graduation from high school, he joined the...

August 15, 2020

Grace Gibson, 82, longtime Ellensburg resident, passed away at her home on Saturday, August 15, 2020 surrounded by her loving family.  Viewing for family and friends will be from 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. on Friday, August 21, 2020 at Johnston & Williams Funeral Home in Ellensburg.  A graveside service will be held at 12:30 p.m. on Saturday, August...

August 1, 2020

Kenneth "Gummer" Beatty, 72, passed away peacefully at his home in Ellensburg on Saturday, August 1, 2020.  Services will be announced at a later date.

Kenny was born in Bremerton, Washington on September 29, 1947 to George and Mildred Beatty.  He was raised in Poulsbo, Washington with his sisters Carol, Barbara and Brenda.

Kenny lived...

August 1, 2020

Patricia A. Martindale, 96, formerly of Ellensburg, passed away at Touchmark Assisted Living in Spokane on Saturday, August 1, 2020.  A private family graveside service will be held at the IOOF Cemetery.  Arrangements have been entrusted to Johnston & Williams Funeral Home and Crematory of Ellensburg.

July 30, 2020

Morgan J. Thomas, 36, of Ellensburg, passed away on Thursday, July 30, 2020 from injuries sustained in a motor vehicle accident.  Viewing for family and friends will be held from 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday, August 5, 2020 at Johnston & Williams Funeral Home and Crematory in Ellensburg.

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July 24, 2020

Edward Lee Parkins, 68, of Yakima, passed away at his home on Friday, July 24, 2020.  Arrangements have been entrusted to Johnston & Williams Funeral Home and Crematory of Ellensburg.

July 23, 2020

John Joseph Krahenbuhl, 70, of Cle Elum, passed away at his home on Thursday, July 23, 2020.  A procession and drive-by memorial celebration will be held on Sunday, August 23, 2020, starting from the Cle Elum-Roslyn High School parking lot and going past the family home on Second Street.  Those who wish to participate should begin to gather at...

July 23, 2020

Shirley Lou (Smith) Oare, 88, called Sally by her Ohio family, passed away Thursday July 23, 2020 at 8:24 pm, 9 days from her 89th birthday. She resided at Pacifica in Ellensburg, Washington. Her primary cause of death was COVID-19 though she also suffered from dementia.

Shirley was born August 2, 1931 at home in Millersburg, Ohio...

July 22, 2020

Doris Anne (Jaderlund) Maras, 91, of Ronald, Washington, passed away on July 22, 2020 at Prestige Post-Acute & Rehab Center, Ellensburg, WA.

She was born to parents Lawrence and Gertrude (Lindberg) Jaderlund, September 18, 1928 in Roslyn, WA.

Doris grew up and lived most of her life in Roslyn & Ronald, WA.  Except for a...

July 21, 2020

Hughes LeRoy Heppard, 73, of Ellensburg, passed away at the Kittitas Valley Hospital on July 21, 2020.  He will be laid to rest in a private family ceremony at the Riverton Crest Cemetery in Tukwila.

LeRoy was born on January 9, 1947 in Sullivan, Indiana to Delmar & Lysabeth (Morehead) Heppard. His family lived in Missouri during...

July 21, 2020

Donald F. Mansfield was born on May 2, 1943 in Tacoma, WA and passed away on July 21, 2020 in Ellensburg, WA at the age of 77.  Don was raised in Tacoma and spent several years involved in the Sea Scout program on board the S.E.S. Charles N. Curtis. He graduated from Stadium High School in the Class of...

July 20, 2020

Vincent L. Romeo, 99, of Ellensburg, entered Heaven on Monday, July 20, 2020.  Due to current restrictions, private family services will be held.

Vincent was born on June 11, 1921 in New York City, New York.  He married the love of his life, Frances Militto, on November 17, 1946.  As a member of the Greatest Generation, he...

July 19, 2020

Ronald “Buck” McKinney passed away Sunday, July 19, 2020 at the Prestige Nursing Home where he has lived since November 2019.   Buck had endured a 22 year fight against Multiple Sclerosis, which caused many other health issues.   These health issues were ultimately exacerbated by the recent COVID outbreak in his facility. Services will be held when the COVID problem...

July 18, 2020

Sharon Jean Wies, 77, of Ellensburg, was called home by her Lord and Savior on Saturday, July 18, 2020.  A private scattering ceremony of Sharon’s ashes will be held at a later date.

Sharon was born on February 11, 1943 in Tacoma, Washington to Robert & Grace (Chrittenden) Wies.  She grew up in Tacoma and graduated from...