Ethel Jane Ertel Field

Janie Field, mother of Quincy and George residents Ed Field, Kelly Field and Robbie Field, and Durango Colorado resident Marsha Schuetz died on August 22, 2012. She was 90.

James L. Darby

James L. Darby, 58 of La Conner and Moses Lake, WA passed away Wednesday, August 15, 2012 in Spokane, WA. He was born December 28, 1953 in Mount Vernon, WA to Leo W. and Mary E. (Hall) Darby. Jim graduated from La Conner High School and Skagit Valley College and in 1974 he went to work at the San Juan Cannery as a mechanic. After three years of experience at the Cannery, he began a 35 year career with National Frozen Foods at the Burlington plant. When the Burlington plant closed, he transferred to the Moses Lake plant where he served as a field mechanic, shop mechanic and supervisor, returning to La Conner on weekends. Jim was a charter, and life member of the American Motorcyclists Association; he was also a member of the Ephrata Sportsmen's Association, and a lifetime member of the National Rifle Association. His favorite hobbies were hunting, fishing and black powder shooting competitions. Jim is survived by his sisters, Mary L. Neff (and husband, Tom), Jane A. Chase (and husband, Tim); nephews, David and Levi Chase; and niece, Heidi Chase. A celebration of Jim's life will be held on Monday, August 27, 2012 at 2:00 pm at the La Conner Civic Garden Club, 622 S 2nd St., La Conner, WA. Arrangements are under the care of Kern Funeral Home.

Gary Lenard Wahl

Gary Lenard Wahl died at the age of 59 on Monday, August 13, 2012 at his home on the farm. He was born on Father's Day, June 21st, 1953 to Lenard and Ava Wahl in Coeur d 'Alene, Idaho. He married his high school sweetheart Jan Tilton on November 2, 1974. The couple raised their children on the family homestead in Lind, WA. Gary worked with his dad on the family farm until he took over operations from his father in 1993 and continued to farm until his death. Husband, father, grandpa, son, brother, uncle, family and friend; Gary was different things to many different people, but is loved and remembered by all. His fun-loving personality lit up every room. He loved snowmobiling, golfing, riding four-wheelers, working the drag races, and fishing. He had a passion for wheat farming and always liked talking "shop". As an active member of the Lind Lions Club, he enjoyed helping with community events. Later in life he spent his free time at his property on Lake Roosevelt enjoying special time with family and friends. Much more could be said. He will be dearly missed and fondly remembered. He is preceded in death by his father Lenard Wahl in 1996. He is survived by his wife, Jan Wahl of Lind, WA, his son Andy Wahl of Spokane Valley, WA, his daughter Christi (Eric) Dahl of Spokane, WA, one granddaughter, Vera Dahl, his mother, Ava Wahl of Lind, WA, his sisters Linda (Doug) Borth of Walla Walla, WA, Bonnie (Dale) Grams of Ritzville, WA, Patti Schilling of Spokane Valley, WA and many nieces and nephews. A memorial service is to be held on Monday, August 20 at 11:00 a.m. at the Lind Community Church followed by a luncheon at the Lind Lions Club. If you would like to donate, a memorial can be made to the American Heart Association or a memorial of your choice. Danekas Funeral Home-Ritzville is entrusted with arrangements.

Vigil scheduled for victim

Delia Chavez died in Aug. 9 car accident

MOSES LAKE - A candlelight vigil and fundraiser in memory of Delia Chavez, 19, of Moses Lake, who died recently in a traffic accident, will be held Wednesday from 9 to 11 p.m. at Lakeview Terrace Elementary School, 780 South Clover Dr.

Delia Chavez

Delia Chavez, 19, of Moses Lake, went to be with the lord on August 9, 2012.

Grant LaMar Bowman

Grant LaMar Bowman, 83, of Quincy, concluded his mortal journey on August 1, 2012, with LoRene, his sweetheart of 65 years, by his side.

Willadene (Willie) Livingston

Willadene (Willie) Livingston, a long time resident of Othello, WA, passed away peacefully at her home in the early morning hours of Sunday, July 15th.   Born on April 6th, 1925 near Fairbury Nebraska, she was the youngest of five siblings.  After moving to Powell, Wyoming with her family, she met E.J. (Mike) Livingston who was serving in the area for the CCC.  They married in Tacoma in 1945 where Willie finished nursing school and earned her degree as a Registered Nurse while Mike served in the Marines during the War. Their first child, Sally Ann, was born in Tacoma.  They soon moved to Huntsville, TX, where Mike completed college while Willie worked at the local hospital.  Their second child, Michael Elwyn, was born in Huntsville before the family returned to Washington State in the mid fifties. Mike's work for Peoples National Bank took them to the Soap Lake and Ephrata area and the family settled in Othello in 1956.  Willie enjoyed being a mother and homemaker, and they had their third child, Lisa Marie here.  She also enjoyed playing a lot of bridge and hosting parties at the family home.  After Mike passed away in 1968, Willie worked at Othello Community Hospital and also volunteered with many Red Cross blood drives.  Her passion for reading led her to serve on the local library board.  Family was the center of her world.  Her daughter, Sally Elmore (Dan), preceded her in death in 2009. She is survived by her son, Michael Livingston (Jana) and daughter Lisa Livingston.  Her grandchildren, who were the light of her life, include Danielle Duty, Erin Meyer, Brandon Livingston, Brianne Cardenas, Brittney Livingston and Alexandra Livingston and eight great-grandchildren.  The family would like to extend their gratitude to Uvaldina Escamilla for her gentle care of Willie during the past year.  The support and services of Assured Hospice is also much appreciated.   A private service was held on Saturday, July 21st at Bess Hampton Memorial Gardens in Othello.  The family asks that you consider donations to the Friends of the Othello Library, 101 E. Main St., Othello, WA 99344.  Funeral arrangements were handled by Danekas Funeral Home.

Ernest Burnett

Headline

Double decker became bribe for pinochle game

Playing pinochle was a favorite pastime of Zach Finney, but when the table was a player short, a bribe was in order. Read on.

Edna "Erma" G. Oakley

Edna "Erma" G. Oakley, 87, Moses Lake resident and former longtime Soap Lake resident passed away Wednesday, July 11, 2012 in Moses Lake. Edna was born on July 24, 1924 in Gage, Montana to Silas and Elsie Manchester. As the 5th of nine children, Edna was a born nurturer. She cared for her younger siblings and neighbors' children as though she was the mother. She married Howard Oakley on July 19, 1940, and gave birth to her first daughter, "Jean" in 1941 with two more daughters, Terrie and Ida following a few years after. Edna and Howard relocated to Washington when the children were young, living in Gig Harbor, Electric City and Soap Lake.

Cesar Valdez, 53

DATE OF BIRTH: May 16, 1959

Elda B. Hall

Elda B. Hall, 79, longtime Moses Lake resident, died June 27, 2012 in Moses Lake. Elda was born December 13, 1932 in Weston, Idaho, the youngest of four children, to Andrew and Wilma (Bassett) Nielsen.

Tommie Benjamin Tindell

Tommie Benjamin Tindell, 81, died Wednesday, July 4, 2012, his favorite holiday, surrounded by his loving family and godchildren.

Jerry B. Martin

Jerry B. Martin, longtime Moses Lake resident died unexpectedly in his home Monday, July 2, 2012.  He was 75.

Michael George Knoff

Michael George Knoff, 59, from Moses Lake, WA formally Pocatello, ID passed away at home quietly in the presence of his family Wednesday June 27 from natural causes.  

"We've seen the best of America," - a fallen soldier's father

Editorial

You always look for the good in a sad situation. It was there during the weeks since June 6 as the process of burying U.S. Army 1st Lt. Mat Fazzari of Walla Walla was carried out.

Wanetah M. Dendy

Wanetah M. Dendy, our beautiful, kind and gracious mother, grandmother and friend, was welcomed into Heaven on Tuesday, June 26, 2012. She was residing in Lufkin, Texas. Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m., Saturday, June 30, 2012 at Emmanuel Baptist Church, 516 E. Nelson Road, Moses Lake. Viewing will be held from 1 to 7 p.m., Friday, June 29th at Kayser's Chapel. Interment will be at Pioneer Memorial Gardens. Please sign the online guestbook or leave a note for the family at www.kayserschapel.com. Arrangements are in care of Kayser's Chapel & Crematory.

"We've seen the best of America"

You always look for the good in a sad situation. It was there during the weeks since June 6 as the process of burying U.S. Army 1st Lt. Mat Fazzari of Walla Walla was carried out.

Marion Elizabeth "Betty" Wurzer

Mrs. Marion Elizabeth "Betty" Wurzer, beloved wife of the late Gerald Wurzer, passed away peacefully in Lethbridge on June 14, 2012 with her family by her side.

Paula Maria Mack VanVelkinburgh

On Friday, June 8, 2012, after a brief, courageous battle with cancer, our precious sister and beloved mother, Paula, returned to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.