Craig Allen Dennis
May 3, 1999 – September 30, 2026
It is with great love and unimaginable sorrow that we announce the passing of our beloved son, Craig Allen Dennis. Craig was born on May 3, 1999, to Rebecca and Denny Sr., and passed away on Sept. 30, 2026. From the minute Craig was born, he was adored and loved. He was a small bundle of joy who made us smile and reminded us how remarkable life truly is. Craig loved big, and he taught everyone he touched that every day was a gift. He was known for his love of loud music and his ability to turn any event into a dance party. All he needed was one person to agree! Craig had several nicknames but was most often known as Tuna, a name given to him by his brother, Denny, during one of our many family adventures to Cabo. This is no ordinary obituary because Cr
Jerry Hart
July 9, 1944 – October 2, 2026
Jerry Hart, 82, of Moses Lake, passed away on Oct. 2, 2026, surrounded by loved ones. Born on July 9, 1944, in Caruthersville, Missouri, to James and Ruby Hart, Jerry grew up with a strong work ethic and a deep sense of responsibility. After graduating high school, he enlisted in the United States Air Force, proudly serving his country. Following his discharge, Jerry worked in several trades, beginning as a sheet metal union worker. His entrepreneurial spirit later led him to become Moses Lake’s first chimney sweep, a job he loved because it allowed him to meet people throughout the community – especially children, who were always fascinated by his work. Jerry eventually went into business with his wife, assisting in appraising property damage for Frontier Adjusters, a career he continued until retirement.
Jill Goodrich
1943-2026
Jill Bethem Hannah Halfnights Goodrich passed away on Oct. 13, 2026, at Sacred Heart Medical Center in Spokane, Wash. She was 83 years old. Jill was born in 1943 in Prince George, British Columbia, Canada, to Charles Francis Boyd Halfnights and Elizabeth Henry Hannah. She grew up in British Columbia and graduated from Williams Lake Junior-Senior High School in 1962. Jill married Merle Armstrong and moved from British Columbia to Washington state to make her home. Together, they raised their three sons: Robert, Michael and Kelly Armstrong. Robert was born in Spokane, while Michael and Kelly were born in Moses Lake, which became Jill’s home for many decades. While her boys were in school, Jill spent many years working with and selling Mary Kay cosmetics.
La Vonda June Schrodt
Nov. 21, 1941 – Oct. 15, 2026
LaVonda June Schrodt, lovingly known as June, passed away on Oct. 15, 2026, at the age of 84, in Moses Lake, Washington. June was born on Nov. 21, 1941, in Bardley, Missouri, to Odis and Grace Presley. She grew up in a large family with nine siblings. June graduated from Granger High School in 1959. On June 14, 1959, she married the love of her life, Elbert L. (Bill) Schrodt Jr. in Granger, Washington. Later, June and Bill moved to Warden, Washington, where they built a life together and raised their four children. Throughout her working years, June worked as a waitress before becoming a laboratory technician at McCain Foods in Othello, Washington. She brought dedication and a strong work ethic to her work throughout her life.
Kathryn Jean Karas
Feb. 20, 1968 – Oct. 3, 2026
Kathryn Jean Karas was born on February 20, 1968 to Mary Erath and Frank Karas in Soap Lake, Washington. Kathy grew up in the Wenatchee area with her four brothers Jason, Patrick, Rick and John. She graduated from Wenatchee High School in 1986 and later moved to Moses Lake, where she worked at Walmart for over 19 years. Kathy had two daughters, Kayla and Brittany. She loved being a mom and grandma. Her world revolved around her daughters and grandchildren. Kathy served as a Camp Fire leader and later in the Moses Lake Lions Club alongside her father Frank and daughter Brittany. She was also an advisor for the Moses Lake Leo Club.
Mary Margaret Kunkle
November 23, 1947 – October 12, 2026
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Mary Kunkle, 78, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, friend and longtime member of the Moses Lake community. Born on Nov. 23, 1947, in Dayton, Washington, to Albert and Louise Nilsson, she grew up in Dayton and graduated from Dayton High School in 1966. She went on to attend the University of Idaho, where she earned her accounting degree in 1970. During those college years, a blind date introduced her to her future husband, Stroud. The two married on March 19, 1970, beginning a life together filled with family, friendship, and shared experiences.
Mary Louise Hartley
February 22, 1944 – October 15, 2026
Mary Louise Hartley, 82, of Moses Lake, Washington, passed away on Oct. 15, 2026, surrounded by the love of her children. A devoted mother, grandmother and friend, Mary lived a life filled with hard work, adventure, laughter and love. Independent, spirited, and never afraid to speak her mind, she leaves behind unforgettable memories and a family who will forever carry a piece of her with them. Mary was born on Feb. 22, 1944, in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, to William Nelson “Bill” Roach and Alice Dolores (Mawhinney) Roach. She moved to Moses Lake as a child with her family and older brother, William N. “Billy” Roach. A 1962 graduate of Moses Lake High School, she spent her life building friendships and memories in the Columbia Basin.
David Allen De Trolio
Nov. 27, 1961 – Sept. 15, 2026
Stanley Lewis Stratton
April 1934 - October 2026
Stanley Lewis Stratton passed away Oct. 20, 2026, at Golden Age Adult Family Home in Moses Lake, Washington at the age of 92. Surrounded by family in his final days, Stan leaves behind a legacy of hard work, and devotion to his family. Stan was born in 1934 in Shelby, Montana to Archie and Cora Stratton and was the second of four children. He had three sisters: Reva, Betty and Mary Jean. Stan first came to Moses Lake at the age of 18 to work on the Galloway farm for the summer. He remembered his time there fondly. He worked hard and was treated very well. Little did he know he would one day return to the area to raise his own family and build a life rooted in the community. In March of 1953 Stan enlisted in the United States Army. He served honorably for three years in the Light Weapons Infantry, reaching the rank of SP4. During his service he earned the Good Conduct Medal, Army of Occupation Medal (Germany), National Defense Service Medal, and Marksmanship Qualification Badge (Rifle).
Delmer Bruce English
Delmer Bruce English, born in 1942, passed away Oct. 21, 2026, in Moses Lake, Washington at the age of 84. With the eyes of an eagle and a quiet strength, Delmer Bruce English could find what most would miss: a clue at a crime scene, a fish beneath still water and the woman who would become the love of his life. He spent his life protecting others. As an Army aircraft crew chief in Vietnam, he faced enemy fire. As a police detective, he earned the nickname “Eagle Eye,” becoming a legend still remembered at the Bremerton Police Department today. But his greatest devotion was always to his family.
