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Aug. 21, 1930 – May 2, 2019 On the evening of May 2, Heaven received another angel, Mary Lee Eberly. Just a short four weeks to the day after her husband’s passing. At age 18, Mary married Don Eberly and led a wonderful life with him by her side for 70 years. She was a homemaker, office assistant and secretary. She was a wonderful wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and great-great-grandmother. Mary’s hobbies were fishing, oil painting, ceramics, reading books and w...
Phyllis Marie Perrotta, born April 23, 1941, left this earth on May 3, 2019. She was a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt, friend, wife and companion. Motorcycles, boating, camping, gardening, painting, beach-combing...Phyllis had an amazing life in her 78 years. Her love for family, quick wit and radiant smile will be missed by all and the stories of her many adventures will live on forever. Phyllis is survived by her children Debi Judson-Wilgus... Full story
James T. Grant, a beloved husband and father, died April 27, 2019 at the age of 87. He is preceded in death by his sister Emma Louise and his parents. James was born Dec. 7, 1931, in Omaha, Neb. to Edward and Lois Grant. He began his studies for ministry at Midland Lutheran University, achieving a bachelor or arts cum laude. He next attended Pacific Lutheran Theological Seminary in Berkley, Calif. and earned a master's of divinity He was ordained at St. Matthew's Lutheran... Full story
Logan David Herriman of Cheney, Washington tragically passed away April 20, 2019 in a car accident. Logan was born April 18, 2001 in Spokane, Washington. From a young age Logan was destined to be a cowboy. He always traveled with dad to multiple rodeos a weekend and hung out with the guys while dad picked up or judged. As Logan got older, he started competing at junior rodeos where his dad judged and was always his biggest supporter. Without fail you could always count on his... Full story
H.L. “Lindy” Lucas, age 91, died on Tuesday, April 9, 2019 at the Guardian Angel Assisted Living in Liberty Lake, Washington. He was always up for a joke and dinners with family. He was kind and generous to those in need. He was born Jan. 15, 1928 in Tampa, Florida. Lindy went on to serve in both the United States Navy and United States Army from 1945 to 1948. On March 14, 1954 he married Beverly N. Willms in Cheney, Washington. Beverly preceded him in death in March 201...
Keith Tracy died on April 8, 2019 in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho. Keith was born in Sumpter, Oregon on Aug. 30, 1922 to Chester and Hazel (Howard) Tracy, the youngest of three children. After spending his boyhood in St. Maries, Idaho, Keith joined the Navy in 1942. He served for four years during WWII and thankfully saw no action. Upon discharge he attended and graduated from the University of Washington on the G.I. bill. While there he met Joan Fries, who was the love of his life....
Leonard Aaron Ralph was born on April 15, 1946 in Spokane. Surrounded by his loving family, Leonard went home to be with his Lord and Savior on April 5, 2019. With a heart for God and an unwavering faith, Leonard knew Jesus would always see him through life’s difficult journeys. Leonard lived out his faith every day and proclaimed the love of Jesus to his family, friends and clients. He is survived by his wife of 48 years, Carolynn Ralph (Haskins). Leonard was born to W...
Edward Donald Eberly April 6, 1931 – March 31, 2019 On the evening of March 31, Our Lord stretched out his hand and took “Don” peacefully home to be with him in Heaven. At age 18, Don married the love of his life, Mary Woodruff, and cared for her for 70 years. Don was a carpenter, a jack of all trades, a wonderful father, grandfather, great-grandfather and great-great-grandfather and friend to many. He enjoyed camping, hunting and fishing with his family and friends. For many...
In loving memory of George Leslie Krauss. Born April 9, 1939, George passed away peacefully on March 21, 2019 at the age of 79. Heaven has received on more angel. He is survived by his two daughters, Cindy Aiken of Medical Lake, Wash. and Carol Carrier of Puyallup, Wash. He also has five grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. Thank you to the team members on the sixth floor of Sacred Heart Medical Center and to the staff at Hospice House of Spokane.... Full story
Leonard (Lenny) was born April 25, 1946 in Sheridan, Wyo. and passed away March 17, 2019 in Spokane, Wash. He lived in Sheridan until he was 12, then moved to Alliance, Neb. He graduated from high school there, then went to Chadron College in Chadron, Nebraska. He was the president of Alpha Phi Omega fraternity. He received a degree in marketing and economics. Len worked as a pharmaceutical salesman, then in health and life insurance until he stopped at Myers Park Resort for... Full story
Joan Isabelle Tracy died on March 8, 2019, in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. She spent her last year in assisted living, but had lived in Cheney, Wash. for over 50 years. Joan was born on Dec. 9, 1928 in Tacoma, the first of three children. She graduated from the University of Washington in 1950. While there she met her future husband and WWII vet, Keith Tracy, in a creative writing class. They married on April 8, 1949, and Joan would have enjoyed reaching the 70-year milestone. Joan t...
Eloyse Grace Casselman Longcore Eloyse Grace Casselman Longcore passed away on March 1, 2019. She is preceded in death by her husband William and a son Donald. She leaves a daughter, Dona, of Cheney, Wash. along with grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren. She graduated from Cheney High School in 1938 and from University of Southern California in 1944. She worked as a CPA for 23 years and retired in 1973. Her travel adventures began after retirement a... Full story
Lt. Col. Howard DeLos Ringley, USAF retired, passed away on March 8, 2019. Howard was born on May 28, 1919 to Roy and Virginia (Rice) Ringley in Pactola Valley in the Black Hills of South Dakota. In 1926, the family moved to Arizona where Howard grew up. Howard was educated in the Phoenix public schools at Emerson School, Phoenix Union High School and Phoenix Junior College. Later he attended classes at the University of Maryland and the Air Force School of Applied Tactics... Full story
It is with sad hearts that the family of Nora A. Peterson announces her passing on March 3, 2019 after a long and courageously fought illness. Nora was born in Spokane, Wash., on July 22, 1946 to Lightner and Christine Barton. Nora lived most of her life in the Spokane and Cheney area, and was residing in Cheney at the time of her passing. Nora worked for Kmart for over 35 years until her retirement last year. She enjoyed reading, traveling, camping and spending time with family. Nora and her husband Ron, (who preceded her... Full story
Clyde Thomas “Tom” Holbert passed away Sunday, Feb. 24, 2019 in Cheney, Wash. He was born Nov. 29, 1936 in Humansville, Mo. to Lee and Helen Holbert. Tom grew up in Kansas and finished his senior year of high school in Billings, Mont. He entered the Air Force after graduating from Billings Senior High. He spent six years in the Air Force and was honored to have served his country. He graduated from Eastern Washington University with a bachelor’s degree in education and later...
Helen Elisabeth Babb Boots Helen Elisabeth (Babb) Boots, 98, lifelong resident of the Cheney area, died March 3, 2019 at her home in Cheney. Mrs. Boots was born on the family farm, southeast of Cheney, Jan. 26, 1921 to area pioneers, John and Eunice (Sperry) Babb. She lived on the family farm, attended the local one room school then Cheney High School. Later she attended Eastern Washington College of Education and worked for then Gov. Clarence D. Martin as his secretary until...
One of the main jobs of Earth scientists is to unravel the history of the Earth. They have determined that climate change has been with us throughout Earth’s history. The Earth has undergone thousands of episodes of cooling and warming. In fact, for about 80 percent of Earth history, the Earth has had a warm and damp climate, with no polar icecaps. As Elmer Fudd might say, “those changes occurred long before wascally Wepublicans were dwiving stately sport utility vehicles.” Life would indeed be dull without The Simpsons, Tele...
Linda Heiydt On Monday, Feb. 18, 2019, the good Lord called another angel home. Linda Mary Heiydt passed away surrounded by her family after a long and tough-fought battle with cancer. She was a dedicated wife, mother and Catholic. Linda was born in Vancouver, Canada, on Jan. 10, 1945. She immigrated to the U.S. and became a naturalized citizen. She was a proud American and a well-read historian. She majored in geology and dreamed of going on an archaeological dig. Linda...
June Labish, long time resident of Cheney, Wash., passed away on Feb. 9, 2019 at Hospice of Spokane. June was born on May 13, 1920 to Ernest and Nola Steward in Four Lakes, Wash. She met Joe Labish at a Four Lakes Grange Hall dance, and the two were later married on Nov. 4, 1939. They continued to dance for 68 years. June was a dedicated housewife that cared for her family and hired hands. She was a member of East Cheney Grange, and St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church. She held...
It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Amy Josephine (Amy Jo) Sooy-Tollefson on Feb. 13, 2019 in Cheney, Wash. Amy Jo was born in Sprague, Wash. on Nov. 25, 1933 to Mary Iva (Billie) and Ernest (Babe) Melville. Amy Jo was raised on a wheat farm in the Lamont/Sprague area. In 1945 at the age of 12, her family moved from Lamont, Wash. to a farm on Cheney-Spangle Road. She graduated from Cheney High School in 1951. She married Fred Sooy in 1953 and was a farm wife...
Dr. Donald Ray Bell, of Cheney, passed away on Sunday, Feb. 10, 2019 at the age of 88 in Spokane, Washington after a hard-fought battle with cancer. Don was born in Foreman, Arkansas in 1930 to Thomas Andrew and Lena Pearl Bell. His family moved from Arkansas to Oregon in 1940. Don met the love of his life, Betty Lou, at a dance while they were attending Bend Community College. They married in 1958. Don and Betty moved to Eugene, Ore., where he completed his Doctorate in...
Denny Harmon, 70, went home to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Feb. 4, 2019. He was born in Everett, Wash. on March 27, 1948. The family moved to Walla Walla after Denny’s birth. He graduated from Walla Walla High School and then moved to Cheney where he graduated from Eastern Washington State University with a bachelor of arts degree in business administration. He worked his way through college as a drywaller. Denny was a veteran. He joined the Army after colleg...
Betty L. (Amonson) Bren went home to be with her Lord on Jan. 17, 2019. She is survived by her four children, Nancy, Barry, Steve Amonson and Dale Bren. She is blessed with seven grandchildren and several great grandchildren. Betty always had a passion for life and lived hers fully. A private service will be held by her family at a later date. An online guest book can be viewed at cheneyfuneral.com....
Beginning with the Feb. 7 issue, the Cheney Free Press will begin charging for obituaries submitted for publication. Obituaries of up to 450 words with a grayscale photo will be priced at $100. Obituaries larger than 450 words will be charged $100 base plus $10 extra per column inch. As an example, an obituary of 500 words, with photo, that requires two additional column inches will be charged at $120. Photos should still be sent in color for publishing on our website, which comes with the charge. If the family wishes to...
On Tuesday, Jan. 8, 2019, our beloved Jessica Jo Earley (McDaniel) was called too early to her heavenly home after complications following the Dec. 29 birth of her youngest daughter. Jessica was born in Spokane, Wash. on Feb. 18, 1991 to Zane and Rychelle McDaniel. As a lifelong citizen of Medical Lake, Wash., she attended Medical Lake High School and was also a respected community business owner (Studio D hair salon and The Corner Closet). A steadfast and talented young... Full story
