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Albert John Treiber

Albert John Treiber, 97, passed away peacefully at his home on Sheep Canyon Road on July 23, 2026. Albert was born Jan. 20, 1929, in Yakima, Washington, to Albert and Mary Treiber. He spent his early childhood in Yakima before moving with his family to the Ephrata area in the late 1930s, where he joined his father on the family's Sheep Canyon ranch. Albert graduated from Ephrata High School in 1947 as valedictorian and a four-sport athlete. He enrolled at Washington State University for a year before being called home to work on the Sheep Canyon ranch.

Cynthia K. Engel-Strauss

May 28, 1949 – Sept. 5, 2026

Cynthia K. Engel-Strauss, lovingly known as Cindy, was born May 28, 1949, in McClusky, North Dakota, to Martha and Fred Engel. She passed away peacefully at home on Sept. 5, 2026, surrounded by family and friends after a courageous battle with cancer. Cindy was the youngest of six children and a loving mother to Christina and Marisa and proud grandmother to Angelica. Her family was her greatest blessing, and her love will live on through the generations.

Rosemund ‘Rose’ Oliver DeRenzo

October 14, 1932 – September 13, 2026

Dr. Darrell Dean Schafer

Darrell Dean Schafer, DDS, a much-loved father, respected dentist and friend to many throughout the Moses Lake community, passed away on Sept. 8, 2026, at the age of 91. He lived a full and meaningful life shaped by family, friendship, a career he truly loved, and a passion for the outdoors. Born to Henry and Kathryn Schafer, Darrell grew up in Odessa, Washington, where he excelled both academically and athletically. He graduated from Odessa High School in 1953, serving as student body president his senior year and earning an impressive 12 varsity letters in track and field, tennis, football and basketball.

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Rachel L. Carrera

April 4, 1943 – September 13, 2026

Rachel L. Carrera, 83, passed away peacefully on Sept. 13, 2026, in Moses Lake, Washington. Born on April 4, 1943, in Montana, she was the daughter of Pedro Ledesma and Rosa Mesa Vasquez, who lived there at the time. Soon afterward, the family moved to Washington, where Rachel grew up surrounded by family, faith, and hard work. She attended school in Outlook through eighth grade and graduated from Sunnyside High School in 1961. She will be remembered for her generous heart, hard work and love of God and family. For many years she worked as a recruiter for the National Migrant Program, making friends with the children and families she so faithfully served.

Virginia Mary Medrano Woolever

April 14, 1951 – Sept. 1, 2026

Virginia Mary Medrano Woolever passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family Sept. 1, 2026. She was a beloved daughter, sister, mother, grandmother, and aunt whom we will miss deeply. Virginia was born April 14, 1951, in Yakima, Washington to Robert and Mary Medrano. In 1959, Virginia and family moved to Moses Lake where she lived until her passing. She attended school in Moses Lake, graduating in 1970. Shortly thereafter she started working at Pronto, which eventually became Nestle, until retirement. Growing up, Virginia was a quiet child who preferred to stay close to home. As a teenager she liked to go to places like “the movies,” but lo and behold when the movie ended there was no Virginia to be found, even after her mom drove round and round the block. No one could look her mom straight in the eye and lie like Virginia; well, that was until Wendy came along.

Chris W. Anderson

April 20, 1949 – Sept. 20, 2026

Chris W. Anderson, 77, of Quincy, passed away peacefully in his sleep on Sunday, Sept. 20, 2026. A graveside service will be held at 2 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 29, 2026, at the Quincy Valley Cemetery. Chris was born on April 20, 1949, in Alamosa, Colorado to Ray and Della (Martin) Anderson. The family moved to Quincy when Chris was 3 years old and has lived here ever since. Chris graduated from Quincy High School in 1967 and, two years later, started his service in the United States Army during the Vietnam War. He completed basic training in 1969 and was stationed in Japan as a military police officer. He received his honorable discharge in February of 1971.

Byron James Fitch

In loving memory

Byron James Fitch passed from his mortal body at the age of 84 into Heaven on Oct. 20, 2025. Byron dedicated his life to caring for the earth, spending 35 years working for the USDA Soil Conservation Service. Following this, he served as a Chemigation Specialist for the Washington State Department of Agriculture for 15 years, retiring in 2011. His love of nature and stewardship of the land was evident not only in his career but also in his personal interests. Byron enjoyed camping throughout the Pacific Northwest and took great pride in maintaining his property on Moscow Mountain in Idaho.

John Burt Vrieling

October 11, 1925 – September 3, 2026

John Burt Vrieling, 100, of Sequim, Washington, passed away peacefully in his sleep on Sept. 3, 2026, just a little more than a month before his 101st birthday. John was born Oct. 11, 1925, in Everett, Washington, to Gerrit and Jennie Vrieling. He was one of eight children. Three of his siblings, Janet Lenssen, Lori Hunt, and Gerry Vrieling, survive him. At just 17 years old, John enlisted in the U.S. Army Air Forces during World War II, serving his country for three years. It was an early example of the independence and determination that would characterize him throughout his long life.