Tax committee recommends $309,900 for tourism projects

MOSES LAKE — The Moses Lake Lodging Tax Advisory Committee (LTAC) met Wednesday to discuss how the $309,900 hotel/motel tax mone

Caralee Jonean (Noble) Erickson

July 8, 1961 – February 10, 2020

Betty M. Nolan

Betty M. Nolan passed away Feb. 17, surrounded by family at Columbia Basin Hospital in Ephrata. Betty was born Dec. 23, 1924 at Lynn, Ind. to William and Estelle Dale. She was an Army veteran of World War II. After moving to Washington she married Kermith "Rusty" Nolan in 1947. In 1954 Betty earned her nursing degree, graduating with the first Licensed Practical Nurse class in Washington State.

William Harold Reese Jr.

William Harold Reese Jr. went to be with our Lord and Savior on April 10, 2007. He had a long five-year battle with cancer.

Peninsula Group promotes Ephrata's Jerentowski

TUMWATER — An Ephrata resident is among five management council members promoted to vice president by a limited liability corporation.

Firefighters, officers honored at awards ceremony

First awards night at Masonic Lodge

News Bites for June 4, 2024

News Bites for June 4, 2024

Jerry Allen Van Ness

July 18, 1938 - July 20, 2014

Jerry was born July 18, 1938 in Ronan, Montana to George Allen Van Ness and Evaline Goings Van Ness. Jerry passed away July 20, 2014 at his new home in Moses Lake, Washington. Jerry was the second oldest of 11 children. He joined the Army at a young age and was honorably discharged in October 1961. Shortly thereafter, he married Alice Kelley. To that union were born two sons, Jeffrey and Jason. That marriage ended in divorce. Then in 1979 he married Charlotte Faye Osborne until her untimely passing in 2005. In 2006 he met Deanna Lavoie to which he lived with until his death. 

State fire marshal urges safety in motels, hotels

OLYMPIA -- As vacation season continues, the Washington State Fire Marshal’s Office is reminding travelers to prioritize fire safety during their stays in temporary lodging.

Jewell Jensen Iverson

Jewell Jensen Iverson, 88, of Royal City, Washington, passed away on Wednesday, Oct. 12, 2022, in Moses Lake, Washington from complications of a stroke. Jewell was born on Oct. 31, 1933, in Mantua, Utah, to Isaac H. and Martha Call Jensen. She grew up as an active member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and remained a faithful member throughout her life. Growing up, she enjoyed spending time with her 12 siblings, going to church dances and family reunions. She graduated from Box Elder High in 1951. She was a member of the Girls League, which provided her with the opportunity to develop important social and life skills. Her joyful spirit drew others to her and she had a great talent for turning strangers into friends. After high school, Jewell worked as an operator for the telephone company in Brigham City, Utah.

Lyle Joseph Bullinger

September 23, 1966 – January 8, 2020

Eula May Anderson

May 14, 1929 – March 24, 2020

William Botten Moe

Long-time Moses Lake resident, William Botten Moe, died at his home on July 13, 2012, after a lengthy illness.

Robert C. Brannam

Robert C. Brannam, Master Sgt. U.S.A.F., Ret., went to be with his Lord on Wednesday, Jan. 23, 2008, in the University of Washington Medical Center in Seattle.

Jerry Allen Van Ness

7/18/1938 - 7/20/2014

7/18/1938 - 7/20/2014

Man drives car into Moses Lake

Driver arrested for drunk driving

Charles L. Brandon

Charles L. Brandon, 63, passed away June 23, in Billings, Montana. Charley (one of the names we called him) was born in Spokane, Washington to Ermal and Reiko Brandon. He spent his high school years growing up in Ephrata, Washington. Charley decided to join the Army (he comes from a military family) and enlisted in 1979. He was stationed in Texas, Germany and Hawaii. He remained until 1982 and ended as an SP4. Charley then moved to Moses Lake, Washington, and married Deanna Ford. Together they had two sons, Charles El and Mathew J. Charley raised his sons as a single father, working hard at various jobs to provide for them. He was considered quite the RV expert. I think he would call his boys his “best work.” Some of the “life lessons” that Charley taught his sons, as well as his nephews and nieces were perhaps unconventional, but good to know just as well, such as Hurtz donuts, monkey lumps and noogies are not snacks you ever want; you never want to be on the receiving end of a buttercup; Doritos make the best nachos; and Whoppers make the best cookies.

Eugene William Harwood

Eugene William Harwood, 102, passed away peacefully Saturday, Aug. 22, 2020, in Moses Lake, Washington. At his request, there will be only a private graveside service for the family.

Victoria Raya-Jones

Victoria “Tori” Raya-Jones, 41, of Moses Lake, Washington passed away at home surrounded by family on Friday, June 10, 2022.

Frances Nobuko Nanto

Frances Nobuko Nanto, age 94, a long time resident of Moses Lake, Washington, passed away Nov. 9, 2010 at Summer Wood Special Care Center from natural causes. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 P.M., Saturday, Nov. 13, 2010 at Kayser’s Chapel of Memories. Interment will follow at Pioneer Memorial Gardens. Viewing will be from noon to 5:00 P.M., Friday, Nov. 12, 2010 at Kayser’s Chapel. Arrangements are in care of Kayser’s Chapel & Crematory. Please sign the book or leave a note for the family at www.kayserschapel.com