Obituary Listing

Aug 4, 2025

Charlene Kay Tolonie, 63, of Pullman, Washington, passed away peacefully at her home on August 4, 2025.

Born on August 17, 1961, in Pullman to Donald and Emilie (Nordlund) Davis, Charlene was a lifelong member of the community she loved. A graduate of Pullman High School, she dedicated her life to making a lasting impact on the...

Aug 3, 2025

In loving memory of

Miss Michele Ann Blumenschein

December 29, 1954-August 3, 2025

Michele Ann Blumenschein, aged 70, passed peacefully with family at her side after a courageous battle with Parkinsonism.

Michele was born in Colfax, Washington, to Hazel Jean (née Schierman) and Kenneth George Blumenschein. She grew up at "the...

Jul 30, 2025

Eleanor Lee Pearson Eleanor (Ellie) Lee Pearson, passed away at the age of 91. She died peacefully in her home in Hillsboro Oregon on July 30th, 2025.

Born on January 4, 1934, in Willamina, Oregon, Ellie was the daughter of Sherman and Nora Pearson.  She had a younger brother Beldon who proceeded her in death.

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Jul 30, 2025

Obituary of Alfred Mark Fairbanks

A Life of Dedication, Family, and Service; July 2, 1945 – July 30, 2025

Alfred Mark Fairbanks, known as Fred to all, Freddie to a few, and Al to no-one, was born July 2nd, 1945, in Ontario Oregon to Marvin Fairbanks & Emma Fairbanks (Hansen). Fred was the 7th of...

Jul 29, 2025

Phyllis Elaine Wendt, at the age of 88 years old, died on July 29th peacefully in her home in Malden, WA.

Phyllis was born in Wausau Wisconsin. Later moving to Enumclaw Washington and finally settling in Malden in 1995. Phyllis got her GED and worked for the State of Washington helping individuals with disabilities reintegrate into the...

Jul 24, 2025

Lynne McClintock, longtime Colfax resident, passed away early Thursday morning, July 24, 2025 with loving family by her side. She was 88. A Memorial Service will be held Thursday, July 31st, at 11:00 AM in the chapel of the Corbeill Funeral Home, 109 N. Mill St., Colfax followed by a  reception at the Colfax Golf Course Clubhouse.

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Jul 24, 2025

We are heartbroken to announce the unexpected passing of Mark Leighton on Thursday, July 24, 2025. His departure leaves an immense void in our lives. Mark was a loving and selfless man, proudly married to Barb Leighton for 39 years. He always prioritized his family's needs above his own and was ever willing to lend a helping hand, even...

Jul 23, 2025

Valaurie Lynn Johnson, 68, known to her friends and family as Laurie, passed away in the early hours of July 23rd in Pullman, WA.  Laurie is survived by her mother, Polly Franzen; her stepfather, Larry Franzen; her sister, Lisa Johnson; her niece, Annie Riedinger; and her nephew, Collin Shull.  She had 3 grandnieces, Ella Riedinger, Ember Riedinger, and Sarah...

Jul 23, 2025

Julita Amante Abello Lewis went to be with the Lord on July 23, 2025. She was born August 4, 1939, to Menecio and Margarite Abello on the island of Cebu in the Philippines. Soon after her birth the family moved to Tacloban City on the island of Leyte. She vaguely remembered MacArthur landing on Leyte.

In 1961...

Jul 17, 2025

John J. Maher III passed away peacefully at his home in Pullman, Washington on July 17, 2025, with his wife and son by his side. He was born on November 3, 1941, in Gainesville, Florida to John Jr. and Elinor (Regan) Maher John, alongside his younger sister Michelle, spent much of his childhood in Europe. After his father's tenure...

Jul 14, 2025

Edward James "Jim" Steck

June 10, 1960 – July 14, 2025

Edward James "Jim" Steck, of Pullman, WA, passed away peacefully at home on July 14, 2025, with his family lovingly by his side.

Jim is survived by his devoted wife of over 40 years, Shelly Steck; his three sons, Matt Steck, Jeff...

Jul 12, 2025

Kirk D. McMichael, 89, of Pullman, WA passed away July 12, 2025 at the Robville Adult Family Home in Pullman. He left peacefully four hours before his ninetieth birthday.

Kirk was born July 13, 1935 in Schenectady, NY to Robert & Alice (Kirkpatrick) McMichael. He graduated from Shimer College at age 19 and continued at the University...

Jul 12, 2025

William Dale Hinds, beloved husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather. He was born October 19, 1935 in Anacortes, Washington and went home to be with Jesus on July 12, 2025 in St. John, Washington. He was 89. Funeral Services will be held Thursday, July 17, 2025 at 1:00 pm at the Christian Life Assembly in St. John. Burial will be...

Jul 12, 2025

Webster Lincoln Kneass III, 64, of Horseshoe Lake, Washington, passed away on July 12, 2025. Born on November 25, 1960, in San Mateo, California, he graduated from Mead High School in Spokane, Washington, in 1979 and lived a vibrant life marked by love, generosity, and a deep connection to the world around him.

A skilled craftsman and...

Jul 10, 2025

Chuck Roper, Garfield native, passed away suddenly and unexpectedly at his home in Rosalia on July 10, 2025. He was 76. A Funeral Service will be held Saturday, July 26th at 10:00 am at the Garfield Christian Fellowship, with a graveside service at the Garfield Cemetery and reception to follow.

Charles Frederick Roper, Jr. was born June...

Jul 7, 2025

On July 7th, 2025, Johnathon Stewart Roy (John) passed from this life into the presence of his personal savior, Jesus Christ, surrounded by family and friends.

John was the last of five children from a troubled marriage, he never met his biological father. John was raised by an aunt, grandmother, birth mother, and his older sister in...

Jul 6, 2025

Judith LaFollette Sorem, 96, passed away July 6, 2025 at Robville Adult Family Home in Pullman, WA. Judy was born December 13, 1928 in Madison, Wisconsin to Phillip Fox LaFollette and Isabelle Bacon LaFollette, where she grew up and graduated from high school. After two years at Reed College, a year at the University of Wisconsin, and a secretarial...

Jul 4, 2025

Graig Arthur Maley passed away on July 4, 2025, at the age of 64 in Thornton, Washington. He was born on September 1, 1960, in Spokane, Washington to Robert and Sally Jo Maley.

Graig became part of the fourth Maley generation to farm the Palouse when he was just a kid. Under the watch of his grandpa...

Jul 1, 2025

Jay Ayers, of Rosalia, Washington, joined his parents Chris and Pearl Ayers at rest in the loving arms of Jesus on July 1, 2025.  He grew up in Burien, Washington attending school in the Highline School District, and in 2001 achieved his Associate of Science Degree in Criminal Justice. Always one to work with his hands, he was a...

Jul 1, 2025

Earl Dale Enos, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed into his Savior's arms on July 1, 2025. He was born in Colfax, WA on October 3, 1934. He was raised on a farm by his parents, Dale and Vic Enos and learned the value of hard work at a very young age.

At just 10...