Jose George Moreno

Aug. 19, 1977 - June 18, 2025

Story: With broken hearts, we share the sudden and devastating loss of Jose George Moreno Jr., 47, a beloved husband, father, uncle, grandfather, brother and friend. Born and raised in Moses Lake, Washington, the middle son of a big family, George had two older brothers, Mike and Mark, and two younger sisters, Michelle and Olga. He took being the middle child as a challenge and never looked back. George lived a life full of movement, growth and deep connection. He grew up in the Lakeview neighborhood and later graduated from Quincy High School, where he played both basketball and baseball, already showing the competitive spirit and team loyalty that would define much of his life. From a young age, he had a fire in his soul, a love for people and a knack for making friends wherever he went. In 2000, his life changed with the arrival of his first daughter, Rylee. Though it was a challenging time, George found pure joy in fatherhood. He stayed active in the community playing softball, bowling long into a Thursday night and even joining a dodgeball league. (Yes, dodgeball! And yes, there were probably a few brews involved.) But every game was played with love and laughter. In 2002, he met the love of his life Kristin while they both were working at Old Country Buffet in Spokane, Washington. They were later married and began building their beautiful family and welcomed three more daughters: Annabelle, Scarlett and their youngest, Ivy. The Moreno family could often be found floating down Washington rivers, camping through long softball weekends or headed to Watershed with George in his signature cowboy hat – ready for a weekend of country music, good friends, and better drinks. Some of the most cherished memories were spent at Sacheen Lake with Rodger, Sheri and Rachelle –fishing, kayaking, hiking and cooking up unforgettable meals. George would throw down a tomahawk steak on the smoker, Kristin would hand you a cold drink, and their girls would offer to watch your kids so you could finally relax. The Morenos are the kind of people who made everyone feel at home, George especially. Professionally, George found his purpose in carpentry. After becoming a licensed journeyman, his passion grew beyond the job site. He became a fierce advocate for his union brothers and sisters, eventually being elected Vice President of Local 59, part of the Western States Regional Council of Carpenters. As he loved to say, “We’re border to border, baby!” He was the kind of leader who made you feel seen, supported, and proud to stand beside him. His powerful May Day speech on workers' rights, tax fraud, and safe job sites was one of his proudest moments. George traveled across the U.S., always spreading knowledge, building solidarity, and lifting others up. Whether it was Chalk Talk or The Delegate Duo, he was your guy! George was preceded in death by his loving parents George and Mary Lou Moreno. He leaves behind his wife Kristin; their beloved daughters Rylee (Alex), Annabelle, Scarlett, and Ivy; his two grandsons Wyatt, and Jackson; his brothers Mike (Cassandra) and Mark (Cindy); sisters Michelle (Oscar) and Olga (Brandon); and several nieces and nephews. He also leaves many a heartbroken community of family, friends, Liquid Courage, Rampage, and union brothers and sisters who will forever carry his spirit. George will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him. “The dream is free, but the hustle is sold separately.” — George Moreno Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, July 2, 2025, beginning with a Rosary at 12:30 p.m., then Mass at 1 p.m., both at Assumption of the Virgin Mary Catholic Church in Spokane. A graveside service and reception will follow at Fairmount Memorial Park. With broken hearts, we share the sudden and devastating loss of Jose George Moreno Jr., 47, a beloved husband, father, uncle, grandfather, brother and friend.

Moses Lake Civic Center opens today

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Public Works encourages the recycling of electronics

EPHRATA - Grant County Solid Waste is offering four sites at which people my deliver unwanted electronics products for recycling.

Public Works encourages recycling electronics

EPHRATA - Grant County Solid Waste is offering four sites at which people my deliver unwanted electronics products for recycling.

Giving back

MOSES LAKE — The Unchained Brotherhood Motorcycle Club’s annual toy giveaway at the Moses Lake Food Bank Saturday morning was a quiet affair. No glitz. No glam. Just a bunch of people demonstrating the true spirit of Christmas by giving back to the community and not expecting anything in return.

Pennsylvania lawmakers want to shield reasons for expenses

HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — The Pennsylvania Legislature is concealing with whom lawmakers and staff met, and why, in records on how it spends its roughly $360 million annual budget, two news organizations reported Thursday.

Golda Violet Bowman

Golda Violet Bowman, of Independence, Ore., died July 6. She had recently celebrated her 104th birthday with family and friends.

Myron W. Sutherland

Myron W. Sutherland, born Dec. 24, 1914, passed away at Lakeview Home Care, Moses Lake April 16, 2008.

Neighborhood tip leads to arrests

MOSES LAKE - Two people were arrested for drug possession and a stolen vehicle the night of May 2 after a vigilant citizen reported suspicious people in his neighborhood near Moses Lake.

Alert off-duty sheriff's deputy uncovers burglary evidence

MOSES LAKE – Several recent Moses Lake area burglaries seem to be solved after an alert Grant County Sheriff's deputy spotted stolen property while shopping.

Neighborhood tip leads to arrests

MOSES LAKE - Two people were arrested for drug possession and a stolen vehicle the night of May 2 after a vigilant citizen reported suspicious people in his neighborhood near Moses Lake.

Moses Lake Distinguished Young Woman winner

Esther Roeber was selected Tuesday night as the Moses Lake Distinguished Young Woman winner for 2021.

Ephrata American Legion celebrates new digs

Donations account for most of cost for former Elks Lodge

Joe H. McCullough

Joe McCullough, 76, was born March 31, 1947, to two very loving parents, Mack and Beverly, in Wenatchee, Washington. His beloved Grammy Bert lived with them during Joe’s early years and she was very special to him. That relationship gave Joe a love and respect for older grammy types in his life. Joe’s early years were full of backyard baseball, cars, school, cars, water skiing at Lake Chelan, cars, camping trips, and more cars. He and his dad loved the times they spent together working on their latest project. And Beverly supplied the treats. During his high school years, Joe joined DeMolay, a Masonic youth organization, and he was a very accomplished drummer in various bands.

Free Thanksgiving dinner on Wednesday

MOSES LAKE — Thanksgiving is a time for people to come together. And what better way is there for people to come together with their fellow community members than a free Thanksgiving dinner?

INET raid finds pot near Moses school

MOSES LAKE - A Thursday night raid by Grant County's Interagency Narcotics Enforcement Team yielded more than five ounces of suspected marijuana.

Judy Gobea

Tuesday, Nov. 23, 2010 Judy Gobea passed away surrounded by her loving family. She was born March 27, 1949 in Bloomfield Missouri to Edna Viola and William Ralph Henson. She met and married her husband David Gobea in 1967 in Casa Grande, Arizona.

EXPLAINER: Have election-related protests materialized?

WASHINGTON (AP) — Two days after Election Day, protests across the United States are scattered, happening in places from Portland, Oregon and Seattle to Washington, D.C.

Booker endorses Biden, says he'll 'restore honor' to office

WASHINGTON (AP) — Former Democratic presidential candidate Sen. Cory Booker of New Jersey has endorsed former Vice President Joe Biden. Booker announced on Twitter early Monday that Biden will “restore honor to the Oval Office and tackle our most pressing challenges.”

Gene L. Miller

Gene L. Miller born on June 10, 1931, the third son of Scott and Lessie Miller in Walla Walla, Wash. He died on Monday, Jan. 15, 2007, at his home in Stanfield at the age of 75 years.