Florence Sue Bunch

Nov. 7, 1935 — Dec. 16, 2023

Florence Sue Dobyns (Bunch) was born in Drury, Missouri on Nov. 7, 1935, to Thomas and Eva Dobyns; she passed away on Dec. 16, 2023, in Othello, Washington, at the age of 88. She was known all her life as "Sue" or "Susie" to her family and friends. In 1943, when she was 7 years old, her family moved from the green Ozarks of southern Missouri out west to Yerington, Nevada, a semi-arid basin and range landscape, where Sue's father had found work at a dairy, close to relatives of Sue's mother. In 1949, the family moved again, this time to the Treasure Valley farmland around Wilder, Idaho, where Sue graduated from Wilder High School in 1954.

Corinne Whiting

Oct. 19, 1931 – Dec. 10, 2023

Hannah Corinne Whiting, known affectionately by her middle name Corinne, was born on October 19, 1931, in Spanish Fork, UT. On December 10, 2023, at the age of 92, she returned to her Heavenly Father, leaving behind a legacy of love, faith, and dedication. Corinne, a devoted member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, served in numerous capacities within the church, including Young Women’s President, Primary President, Relief Society President, and Home Making Leader.

Gloria Castillo

Sept. 3, 1943 — Nov. 2, 2023

Gloria Reyna Castillo, longtime Moses Lake resident, passed away on Nov. 2, 2023, at the age of 80. Gloria was born to Pablo P. Reyna and Santos B. Reyna on Sept. 3, 1943, in La Feria, Texas. In 1965 she settled in Moses Lake, Washington, where she has lived ever since. She joined the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in 1977. Gloria was a homemaker who loved to bake, sew, crochet and garden.

Patricia Joan (Jess) Goodwin

March 6, 1938 — Oct. 20, 2023

Patti was born March 6, 1938, at Sacred Heart Hospital in Spokane, Washington. She was the first born to Melvie and Myrtle (Dugger) Jess. A year and one month later she was joined by her brother, Donald, in April of 1939. Five years later, in late 1943, her cousins John and Bobbee Jo Jess joined the family, after their mother passed away and they were adopted by Melvie and Myrt. Patti loved the growing-up years in the 1940s and ’50s. She always lived in the house one mile south of Hartline that she was brought home to. Later, she moved next door into her parents’ newer home following her mother’s death and her father’s move to the summer home. The exception was four and one-half years living in Naval housing at Tongue Point Oregon (Astoria), the Jesses’ summer home at Hansville, Washington and the Goodwins’ Hoaglen Valley Ranch in Trinity County, California and finally living about 18 months on the Kerr Ranch east of Arcata, Blue Lake and Korbel, California where husband Dave logged with his brother.

Immanuel Lutheran Church bell to be rededicated

MOSES LAKE — Immanuel Lutheran Church’s bell will ring out again Sunday. The bell has been out of commission for several years, said Pastor Walter Klockers. After extensive repairs, it’s ready to peal again. Immanuel Lutheran is unusual in having an actual physical bell, Klockers said; most churches these days either use electronic carillons or forgo the tradition altogether. “I was surprised at the size of it,” Klockers said. “Thirty-six inches across and 700 pounds is quite a thing.”

Amy Shannon Kissler

Oct. 29 1978 — Oct. 19, 2023

Amy Shannon Kissler, 44, was born Oct. 29, 1978, and passed away peacefully Oct. 19, 2023. Amy was born in Ephrata, Washington and spent most of her life in Grant County. Amy is survived by her parents, Eric “Rick” Kissler (Chris) and Donna Pelham (Bruce), brothers Robbe Kissler (Patrica) and Tracy Kissler (LeRoy) , nephews Brandon Kissler and Daniel Kissler, great-nephews Kade, Jhett, and Leon.

David Lee Sparks

July 26, 1928 — Oct. 21, 2023

David “Dave” Lee Sparks, 95 years old, of Moses Lake, Washington, graduated from this life on October 21, 2023. Dave had been experiencing age-related challenges when he passed away in his home near the “Potholes” in Central Washington.

Linda J. Parks Marean

Linda Jean Parks Marean, 73, of Lawrenceburg, Kentucky, formerly of Klamath Falls, Oregon, passed away Oct. 16, 2023, at Frankfort Regional Medical Center, Frankfort, Kentucky. Born in Emporia, Kansas, on April 13, 1950, she was the daughter of the late Ralph Donald Parks and Nina Jean Taylor Parks. Linda worked as a music teacher in Oregon for over 30 years and directed many church and community vocal and handbell choirs. After moving to Kentucky, she was a member of the First Presbyterian Church in Frankfort where she directed the handbell choir. Active with the Anderson County Extension Service in Lawrenceburg, Kentucky, she was a member of the Anderson Piece Makers and Wilderness Trace Quilt Guild in Harrodsburg. She was also an avid supporter of the Anderson County Senior Center in Lawrenceburg.

Cyle Robert Delgado

Sept. 11, 1986- Aug. 11, 2023

Cyle Robert Delgado, 37, went to be with our Lord on August 11, 2023...

Steven Lloyd Graham

June 18, 1957 — Sept. 29, 2023

To his sons, Steve Graham, 66, was renowned for his good looks, athleticism, charm and supreme manliness. Truly godlike among mortals, this fine figure of a man was an idol to children of all ages and the ultimate authority on all things mechanical and Monty Python-related. To those who loved him, he will forever simply be “the greatest”...

Clarence Fuchs

Aug. 25, 1937 — Oct. 6, 2023

Clarence Joseph Fuchs, 86, loving husband, father, grandfather, uncle, and friend to many, under the care of Heartlinks Hospice, passed away peacefully in Kennewick, Washington on Friday, October 6, 2023, surrounded by his family...

Harland L. Eastwood Jr.

Oct. 20, 1943 — Oct. 7, 2023

Harland Loveitt Eastwood, Jr. was born in Seattle, Wash., on Oct. 20, 1943, to Harland and Catherine (Koch) Eastwood Sr. He died Oct. 7, 2023, in Moses Lake, Wash., after a long battle with cancer.

Judy Cloninger

1960 – 2023

Judy Ann Cloninger, 63, of Ephrata Washington passed on Sept. 15, 2023. She was born in Everett, Washington in 1960...

R. Rudy Johnson

R. Rudy Johnson, 86, died on Sept. 22, 2023, at Kadlec Hospital in Richland, Wash...

Santiago Silva Iñiguez

Santiago Silva Iñiguez, 85, a devoted family man, advocate for education, devout Catholic and pillar of his community, departed this world on Wednesday, Sept. 20, 2023, at 11:20 p.m. in Las Vegas, Nev. He leaves behind a legacy that transcends generations, surviving through his life partner, Guadalupe Rodriguez, and their 11 children: Uriel, Pedro, Martina, Erlinda, Alexia, Ricardo, José, Emilio, Simón, Jesús, Moises. Additionally, his impact continues through 14 cherished grandchildren...

Alvin Joe Randall

Alvin Joe Randall, 86, of Moses Lake passed away Sept. 12, 2023. He was born in Manhattan, Mont. and lived in Moses Lake for 30 years. Alvin was a Navy Veteran and a retired Mechanic. Hillcrest Funerals and Cremation in Pasco is in charge of arrangements.

Florentina Jimenez

Feb. 12, 1959 – Sept. 12, 2023

Florentina Jimenez was born in Carisco Springs, Texas, on Feb. 12, 1959 and passed away Sept. 12, 2023. Florentina was the beloved wife of 45 years to Jesus Jimenez, with whom she had five children. Florentina was kind, funny and humble. She will be greatly missed. She leaves behind 14 grandchildren and one great-grandson. Funeral to be held Sept. 20 at 10 a.m. at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church located at 200 N. Dale Road in Moses Lake.

Cecelia Scellick

June 9, 1930 — Sept. 7, 2023

Cecelia Theresa Scellick, 93, passed away Sept. 7, 2023 in Ephrata, Wash. at the Garden Oasis facility due to complications of COVID-19. Cecilia was born in Red Lake Falls, Minn. to Albert and Clara Reopelle on June 9, 1930...

Patsy Lynn Kelly Bates

April 26, 1953 – Aug. 31, 2023

Patsy Lynn Kelly Bates, 70, of Moses Lake, passed away at home with her dogs and family by her side on August 31, 2023, after a long battle with health issues...

Maxine McAlavy

April 22, 1933 — Aug. 30, 2023

Maxine Erma McAlavy, 90, a longtime Moses Lake resident, passed away August 30, 2023. She was born at home on April 22, 1933, in Jewell County, Kansas to Samuel and Mina Louder...