Ellington

Frances Durepo

November 10, 1946 – June 5, 2026

Frances Marie Durepo (Daigle), 79, passed on June 5, 2026, in Moses Lake, Washington. Franny was born Nov. 10, 1946, to Leo P. and Rita Marie (Ouellette) Daigle. From the beginning, Franny carried herself with warmth, determination, and a spirit that drew people in. Those who knew her best remember a woman who was loving, adventurous and selfless, qualities that shaped the way she lived each day and the way she cared for the people around her. She graduated from Presque Isle High School, earned her nursing degree from Mercy Hospital School of Nursing and began a career of dedication and service. Her training reflected her natural instinct to help others, and her work as a nurse stood as a clear expression of her compassion and steady presence.

Laurel ‘Laurie’ Parker

Laurel Ann Parker passed away, after a long battle with cancer, on Feb. 10, 2026. She was 74 years old and is survived by her husband John III, her son John Parker IV, his wife Jessica and their wonderful children Kendall and John V, whom she dearly loved. They called her “Gramma with the Sparkles,” because of her personality and her love for jewelry. She is also survived by her siblings Michael, Eileen and Patrick Palace and her many special lifelong friends.

Carla Marie Grieb – Bishop – Hamilton

May 15, 1947 – May 31, 2026

Our hearts ache that we must share the passing of our Mama, Nana, Sister, Auntie Carla and B.C. on May 31 at the age of 79. She went to be with Jesus surrounded by family with love and deep thankfulness for her life. Carla was born in Longview, Washington, the first child of six, the daughter of George Lester and Lois Evelyn Grieb. She spent her early childhood living in the Columbia River Gorge, Longview, Lyle, Wishram and Goldendale, Washington as her father worked for the SP&S railroad and the family moved many times. Carla was a loving, caring, passionate and deeply faithful woman who dedicated her life to the Lord, family, friends, church and community. She served in her church for many years in several ministry roles and found great joy in seeing people follow after the Lord despite facing her own heartaches and challenges along the way.

Richard Faulkner

Richard Allen Faulkner, 89, passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 24, at the Hospice House in Spokane Washington. He is preceded in death by his father Donald A. Faulkner, his brother Donald L. Faulkner and his mother Dorothy O. Faulkner. Known as Dick to his friends and family, Richard graduated from Anacortes High School in 1955 before joining the Air Force as a radio repairman in 1956. He found joy in his travels, particularly in Alaska, which always held a special place in his heart. After completing his military service in 1962, Richard graduated from Skagit Valley College before earning his accounting degree from the University of Washington. In Seattle he met Diane. The two married in 1965 after which Richard worked as an accountant for 33 years while raising four children

Dennis ‘Darryl’ Nelson

September 10, 1952 – May 13, 2026

Dennis passed away on May 13, 2026, surrounded by family, due to complications from surgery. Dennis was born to Albert “Al” Nelson and Lois “Jean” Nelson on Sept. 10, 1952 in Moses Lake, Washington. Dennis grew up in Moses Lake and graduated high school there. He dated, and then married, Lisa Lynn Haley in February 1974 in the home of his parents. From this marriage they had two children, Lana and Robert. They later divorced. Dennis ran a service station in his younger years before becoming a meat cutter. He worked cutting meat for over 40 years. Some of the places he worked for were B&B Market, Buttrey’s and Market Place. In 2010 the store he was working for shut down and he made the decision to move to Townsend, Mont. with his daughter and her husband and work his last seven years before he could retire at Ry Timber. After he retired, he decided to buy a bar, The Mint Bar and Restaurant, with his daughter and her husband. He spent every day there meeting new people and making friends, having a few drinks and spending some money playing machines, and occasionally doing some work if his daughter got on him. During his time in Montana, he fell back in love with hunting, fishing and camping with his family. Dennis will be greatly missed by his family and friends.

Building permits: May 16-June 5

Grant County, May 16-June 5

Grant County Jail Roster for June 11, 2026

This list shows current inmates who were arrested by Grant County law enforcement agencies on June 10-11 as of Thursday afternoon. Grant County inmates are housed at the Grant County Jail. All subjects are innocent until proven guilty by the court of law.

Linda Dianne Benson

August 7, 1948 – May 29, 2026

Linda Dianne Benson, 77, of Moses Lake, Washington, passed away peacefully on May 29, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family. Linda was born on Aug. 7, 1948, in Clarinda, Iowa, to Palmer and Dorothy Glass. As the daughter of farming parents, she spent her childhood in both Iowa and Washington before her family eventually settled in Moses Lake. It was there that she met the love of her life, Norman Benson. Linda graduated from Moses Lake High School and later attended the Moses Lake School of Beauty. Along with three partners, she became a successful business owner, co-owning a beauty salon in Moses Lake before becoming the sole owner of The Hair Affair, where she spent most of her career. Her talent as a hairdresser earned her the respect, loyalty and friendship of countless clients throughout the community.

Rose Hill

April 7, 1949 – June 7, 2026

Rose Hill, 77, passed away peacefully on June 7, 2026, with her three daughters by her side. She was born April 7, 1949, in Ephrata, Wash. to Rose and Charles Freestone. She spent her childhood in Ephrata, Wash. and graduated from Ephrata High School in 1967. Post-graduation, Rose attended Big Bend Community College. Rose settled in Moses Lake with Greg Hill where they raised a family. She was a very involved, loving mother, attending every dance recital, sport event, play and concert. When she was not at home spending time with her children, she held a variety of jobs including the Grant County Courthouse, World Book Encyclopedia and Skaug Brothers, and at one point opened and operated her own store, Rose’s Sportswear and Novelty. Beginning in 1996 she worked for the Moses Lake School District as a school bus driver, where she remained for nearly two decades, retiring in 2015. Rose was an avid golfer, a familiar face at the Moses Lake Golf and Country Club and Moses Pointe. Her competitive spirit and skill on the green earned her multiple club championships over the years. She also enjoyed quilting, reading, and gardening, but above all, she loved spending time with her family including her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

JoAnn Hochstatter

February 6, 1944 – June 9, 2026

JoAnn Cecile Hochstatter, 82, of Moses Lake, passed away on June 9, 2026, while fighting pancreatic cancer. She was born to Cecil and Irene Marchand on Feb. 6, 1944, in Omak, Wash. She and her family moved to Odessa, Wash., where she, her mother, sister Janet, and brother James lived on grandfather Marcus Smith’s wheat farm while their dad served in the U.S. Marine Corps. The farm served as a source of security and help from their grandparents and many uncles, aunts, and cousins. In 1953, JoAnn’s family moved to Moses Lake, where her parents worked at the former Larson Air Force Base. JoAnn graduated from Moses Lake High School, class of 1963.