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Mary Malinda Sautter passed away peacefully on July 23, 2021 surrounded by her family, after a valiant battle with lung cancer. Malinda was born on Sept. 10, 1943 in Findlay, Ohio to Emerson Shuck and Sarah LeGrand (Beidleman) Shuck. Malinda was a member of countless clubs (including cheerleading) at Bowling Green High School and graduated in 1961. In 1962 she met David Bertram at Otterbein College. They married in 1963, living in Biloxi, Miss., Crete (Greece). Daughters... Full story
Pictures are reminders that this moment will never come again. We are frozen in time for that moment. We will never be here with each other exactly like this again. Collecting family photos has kept me connected since I left my family of origin so many years ago when I set out on a long adventure and created my own family. Looking at pictures of family members, warts and all, always helped buffer the intense homesickness that I felt, at times, that emphasized being so far from home. Pictures can be the great pretenders. What...
After a long battle with illness, Chris Warnick passed away Aug. 1, 2021, at the age of 60. Chris was born on August 18, 1960, in Spokane, Wash. Chris is survived by his parents Pete and Pat Warnick; brother Randy Warnick; sister Marcy Warnick Drummond; dear friend Lesha Stolz; son Chase Warnick; daughter Cassandra (Todd) Patterson; grandchildren Justin Warnick, Madelynn Patterson, McKenzee Patterson, and Emmery Warnick; great-grand daughter Olivia Warnick; nieces Leah... Full story
Benjamin Lee Knaff, 53, passed away July 25, 2021 in Seattle, Wash. He was born May 23, 1968 in Helena, Mont. and adopted by Dolores and Dennis Knaff. It is with great sadness that the families announce Ben's passing on July 25, 2021. He passed away at the age of 53 due to multiple organ failure, liver disease (NAFLD: non-alcoholic fatty liver disease) as well as endocarditis (infection of the valve of the heart.) Ben fought valiantly for five months. His wife, Jennifer, and... Full story
Ruth Moen Beck July 10, 1922 – July 17, 2021 Ruth Moen Beck, 99, passed away July 17, 2021. Ruth was born on July 10, 1922. She was the daughter of Anton and Sigrid Moen, immigrants from Norway who met in Spokane. She was born in Cocalalla, Idaho to a mother grieving her husband’s recent death and caring for seven other children. Ruth died 99 years later in Spokane, Wash. Spend much time with Ruth Beck toward the end of her life and she would tell you, “I have 6 wonde... Full story
A Celebration of Life for Dr. David McKinstry will be held Aug. 1, 2021, 2 – 5 p.m. at the Cheney Congregational Church located at 423 N. 6th St, Cheney....
The family of Richard “Dick” Christenson wishes to invite his friends, former co-workers and family friends to a Celebration of Life in his memory. Dick passed away Jan. 4, 2021. Please join us for an open house between the hours of 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. on Saturday, July 31 at 445 N. 3rd St. in Cheney, WA.... Full story
The last couple of Cheney School Board meetings, they received comments by citizens on curriculum such as Critical Race Theory and sex ed. I tried to remember back to all the meetings I have been to and I could not remember a time that the board actually discussed specific curriculum at an open meeting. In fact the board rarely discusses anything at the meetings. The public is hard pressed to even know what are the specifics of what is on the agenda. The agenda is very vague, and you have to ask for more details. No wonder...
The family of Richard "Dick" Christenson wishes to invite his friends, former co-workers and family friends to a Celebration of Life in his memory. Dick passed away January 4, 2021. Please join us for an open house between the hours of 11:00 and 3:00 on Saturday, July 31 at 445 N Third Street in Cheney, WA.... Full story
(March 22, 1988 – April 18, 2021) Kenneth (Ken) Engel was born to Judith (Arnold) Zyskowski and Emil Engel in Spokane Wash. All who met him, in any capacity...whether it was family, co-workers, a friend or a perfect stranger will remember the kind, generous and gentle soul he was. He had an infectious smile that could light up any room. Ken's uplifting and luminous personality will continue to inspire us every time flowers grow where they shouldn't, the clock reads 11:11, t... Full story
(Jan 21, 1951 – Jun 08, 2021) It is with great sadness that the family of Carl R. Clark, Sr. announces his passing on June 8, 2021. Carl lost his courageous battle with Lymphoma at the age of 70 surrounded by his family. Carl was born in Missoula, Mont. on Jan. 21, 1951. His family moved to Utah in 1966 where he began attending Clearfield High School and met the love of his life, Kirby Ann Ramos. After graduation Carl enlisted in the USAF. He and Kirby married shortly after i... Full story
JEANETTE ELAINE (Halverson) RAULSTON, age 93, of Cheney, WA., was called home to Heaven on July 13, 2021. She was born July 7, 1928 and raised on a farm near Wildrose, North Dakota to parents Maynard and Hilma (Monger) Halvorson. She was a loving Mother, Grandmother, Great Grandmother, Great Great Grandmother, Sister, Aunt and Cousin as well as a friend to many. She is survived by her children; Larry Halverson (Medical Lake, WA), Lanna Shuler (Soap Lake, WA), Diane (Donnie)... Full story
Robert Birch Carl passed away May 31, 2021. He was born Oct. 29, 1935. A service is being held July 22 at 1 p.m. at the Eastern Washington Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Medical Lake. There will be a gathering to follow at 11115 Meadow Road.... Full story
Christopher Joseph Shears May 21, 1938 – June 16, 2021 Christopher Joseph Shears, 83, passed away June 16, 2021. Chris was born on May 21, 1938 in Los Angeles, Calif. to parents John and Vera Shears. Chris, who was terrible at "goodbyes" and usually started saying them at least an hour before he actually left, said his final goodbye in Spokane, Wash. on Wednesday, June 16. His family moved to Spokane when he was young and he remembed gong to the Ritz to watch western double f... Full story
Robert Riley DesRoches Nov. 1, 1933 – Dec. 26, 2020 Robert Riley DesRoches, 87, born Nov. 1, 1933 and passed away on Dec. 26, 2020. He served 22 years as an Air Force radar navigator, and in his second career as a structure claims adjuster for Safeco. Bob, as he was known by all, volunteered for Habitat for Humanity blitz-builds, and for the Corbin Senior Center for 18 years as a receptionist. One of the most important parts of Bob's life was in service to the Fairchild Air F... Full story
Osborne "Ole"Belsby Aug. 17, 1944 - June 15, 2021 Osborne "Ole" Belsby was born on Aug. 17, 1944 in Spokane, Wash. and passed away on June 15, 2021 in his residence outside Cheney, Wash. He was 76 years of age when he lost his battle to Parkinson's disease. The youngest of six children and a father figure of two adolescents, Ole is survived by his wife Mary, two children Will and Elizabeth, two grandchildren Bronin and Rilas, and his siblings Donel, Arne, Gary and Nancy... Full story
Chester "Chet" Bettcher 12/2/1942 -12/2/20. Open House BBQ. 211 W. Paradise Rd. Spangle, WA. July 10, 2020 starts at noon.... Full story
Alynnah Jo Ele Craft Jan. 1, 2010 - June 21, 2021 On Monday morning, June 21, 2021, Alynnah Jo Ele Craft's faith became sight as her Lord brought her into His loving arms, surrounded by the presence, love, and comfort of her family. Alynnah blessed her parents, Tyler and Natalie Craft, when she danced into the world on Jan. 1, 2010 in Spokane, Wash. Happily homeschooled, Alynnah, along with her siblings, were active members of Classical Conversations of Goldsboro. At home,... Full story
July 28, 1939 - June 10, 2021 Sally Sue (Graff) Tibbitts died peacefully in her sleep on June 10, 2021 from dementia. She was born on July 28, 1939 in Union Gap, Wash., an only child of John Graff and Sue (Borseth) Graff. Sally graduated from Yakima High School and Washington State University with a degree in Physical Education. She married Thorne Tibbitts, from Spanaway, Wash., whom she met at WSU and they were happily married for over 62 years. She might be remembered as... Full story
Sally Sue (Graff) Tibbitts July 28, 1939 – June 10, 2021 Sally Sue (Graff) Tibbitts died peacefully in her sleep on June 10, 2021 from dementia. She was born on July 28, 1939 in Union Gap, Wash., an only child of John Graff and Sue (Borseth) Graff. Sally graduated from Yakima High School and Washington State University with a degree in Physical Education. She married Thorne Tibbitts, from Spanaway, Wash., whom she met at WSU and they were happily married for over 62 years. She... Full story
Amy Louise Blount March 1, 1951 – May 10, 2021 Amy Louise Blount was born March 1st, 1951 in Minneapolis, Minn. to Les & Margaret Gittins. She passed away May 10, 2021 at the Cheney Care Center, God's good angels came to receive & relieve her of her decades-long chronic and nightmarish pain. There were many trips to emergency rooms, intensive care, and week-long stays at Spokane hospitals. Before and during all of this she had ascended to a very high level of great i... Full story
Jean Vivienne (Davis) Gresham May 5, 1927 – June 2, 2021 Jean Vivienne (Davis) Gresham passed away June 2 in Colfax, Wash. She was born in Salinas, Kansas on May 5, 1927. Jean moved with her parents, Edward and Esther, and older brother Lloyd to Everett, Wash. in 1938. After graduating from high school in Everett her parents moved to Ore. and she had to support herself, which reflects her independence and initiative. She went to nursing school in Everett between1945-48, and sh... Full story
Phyllis Elizabeth Wilkerson June 12, 1925 - Feb. 16, 2021 Phyllis Elizabeth Wilkerson, 95. Please join us June 12, 2021 at 11 a.m., Cheney Funeral Chapel, 1632 W 1st St, Cheney, Wash. to celebrate Phyllis Wilkerson's life. She was born June 12, 1925 in Chicago, Ill. to Edward and Kathryn Sayler. Phyllis went to be with our Lord on Feb. 16, 2021. She is survived by her daughter Diana (Daniel) Thew, and son Wayne (Wanda) Wilkerson; grandchildren Jason (Mikayla), Jody (Emily);... Full story
Maryjane Gilliam Nov. 30, 1935 – Feb. 10, 2021 Maryjane Gilliam passed away Feb. 10th, 2021 at 85 years young. She was born on Nov. 30th, 1935. Her passing came as a great shock and has left a hole in her family. Born Maryjane Nelson she married her high school sweetheart Delbert L. Gilliam, who passed before her on June 4, 2013. They married Dec. 4, 1954, bought a farm in Four Lakes, Wash. and raised a family. They were the glue that held a growing family together. M... Full story
Michael T. Pacheco January 21, 1975 - May 22, 2021 Michael T. Pacheco, 46, passed away un-expectantly on Sat., May 22, 2021, at his home near Fish Lake, Wash. Michael was born in Beale Air Force Base, Calif. on Jan. 21, 1975, to parents Gabriel and Kay Pacheco. Michael is survived by his sisters Christine Hoffman, Colleen Pacheco, Patricia Courtney, Pamela Wright, his brother Keith Pacheco, and many nieces and nephews. He had very close relationships with many of his nieces... Full story
