August 10, 2021

Patti Ann Nicholson, 83, lifetime resident of South Cle Elum, passed away at her daughter’s home in Ellensburg on Monday, August 10, 2021.  A graveside service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, August 21, 2021 at Laurel Hill Memorial Park in Cle Elum with a Celebration of Life potluck reception to follow at the Hawthorne Hall in...

August 9, 2021

Kristine “Kris” Fye, 60, of Hayden, Idaho lost her hard-fought battle with pancreatic cancer on August 9, 2021.  A celebration of life will be held at a later date.

Kris was born to Wallace and Eva Lois McKee on June 22, 1961 in Sidney, Montana. The family moved to Moscow, Idaho in 1968 where Kris attended school...

August 8, 2021

Michael E. Waters, 69, lifetime Ellensburg resident, passed away at his home on Sunday, August 8, 2021.  A Celebration of Life will be held at the Ellensburg American Legion starting at 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, September 11, 2021.

Mike was born on October 27, 1951 in Ellensburg, Washington to Eugene “Vern” & Dorothy “June” (Virden) Waters.  He...

July 31, 2021

Richard Chapman Allen, Jr., 61, of Cle Elum, passed away in his home on Saturday, July 31, 2021. He was born to Richard Allen, Sr. and Shirley Pettersen in Durham, North Carolina on November 26, 1959. He attended high school in Longview, Washington and went to Clover Park vocational school in Tacoma for auto body repair. He worked in...

July 30, 2021

Matias Rocafort, a beloved son, brother, uncle, grandson, dog dad, and friend, passed away suddenly on July 29, 2021 at age 29. Born in Coral Gables, Florida on February 10, 1992, raised in Ellensburg, Washington and a graduate of Summit Preparatory School.

The loss is felt by many because of Matias’ natural ability to connect with anyone...

July 24, 2021

Donald Osmonovich, 86, lifetime Roslyn resident, passed away on Saturday, July 24, 2021 at the Prestige Care & Rehab Center in Ellensburg.  He will be laid to rest in a private family ceremony at Laurel Hill Memorial Park in Cle Elum.

Don was born at home in Roslyn on July 31, 1934, along with his twin brother...

July 19, 2021

Steven Scott Nelson, 68, of Ellensburg, Washington passed away at Prestige Senior Living at Hearthstone, on Monday, July 19, 2021.

Steven was born June 23, 1953 in Seattle, Washington to Sone and Lorraine Nelson.

Steven is a U.S. Veteran who spent 5 and a half years in service to his country in the Coast Guard....

July 14, 2021

Lorraine Krahenbuhl, 94, of South Cle Elum, passed away peacefully on Wednesday July 14, 2021.

She was born February 27, 1927 in Ellensburg Washington to Scotty and Mae Donald. Lorraine graduated from Easton High School with the class of 1944. She married Jake Krahenbuhl on June 7, 1947 at the Rustic Inn Lodge. She worked for the...

July 12, 2021

Richard Matthew Ozanich, Sr., 86, of Richland, passed away at the Kadlec Regional Medical Center on Monday, July 12, 2021.  A graveside service with military honors will be conducted at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, July 24 at the Dr. Starcevich Cemetery #2 in Roslyn.

Rich was born on July 2, 1935 in Roslyn, Washington to Matthew N....

July 11, 2021

Andres David Keith was born on October 19, 2000 and left this earth and went into God’s arms once again on July 11, 2021.

Andres could make anybody smile and laugh at any given time. He loved life and being Mr. Social. Andres loved the outdoors, camping, fishing and just hanging with friends at the lake or...

July 11, 2021

Meriam Ruth Tussinger, 94, longtime Ellensburg resident, was called home by Her Lord and Savior on Sunday, July 11,2021.  Viewing will be Friday, July 23 from 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. at Johnston & Williams Funeral Home in Ellensburg.  Funeral services will be conducted at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, July 24 at the Chestnut Street Baptist Church in Ellensburg...

July 8, 2021

William Nicholas “Bill” Wargo, 82, of Cle Elum, passed away at his home on Thursday, July 8, 2021.  A graveside service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, August 14, 2021 at the Cle Elum Veteran’s Memorial at Laurel Hill Memorial Park.  A reception will follow the graveside at the Cle Elum Eagles.

Bill was born...

July 7, 2021

Barbara Jean Martin, 83, passed away peacefully in her home on July 7, 2021. A graveside service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, August 27, 2021 at Roslyn Memorial Gardens.  A reception will follow the service at the Cle Elum Eagles.

Barbara was born on May 8, 1938 to Roy and Ann Buchanan of Roslyn,...

July 7, 2021

Cheryle Jean Hall, 76, of Cle Elum, passed away on July 7, 2021 at HomePlace Assisted Living in Oak Harbor, Washington.  A celebration of Cheryle’s life will be held in early fall with details to be announced.

Cheryle was born on November 28, 1944 in Cle Elum, Washington to Carl & Mary (Minerich) West.  She grew up...

June 16, 2021

James Nies Briggs, 77, of Ellensburg, Washington passed away at his home on Wednesday, June 16, 2021.  Join us for a memorial service held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, July 31, 2021 at the Hal Holmes Center in Ellensburg.  Jim will be laid to rest in a private family ceremony at the Mountain View Cemetery in Leavenworth, Washington.

June 11, 2021

Fred D. Petersen, 93, longtime Ellensburg resident, passed away at his home on Friday, June 11, 2021. Per Fred’s request, no formal services will be held.

Fred was born on May 2, 1928 in Spokane, Washington, one of none children, five of which were born to Walt & Bertha (Feuston) Petersen, and four half siblings when his...

June 11, 2021

James Richard "Rich" Hoctor, 82, lifetime Ellensburg resident, passed away at his home on Friday, June 11, 2021.  Viewing for family and friends will be from 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Thursday, June 17 and Friday, June 18 at Johnston & Williams Funeral Home in Ellensburg.  The Rosary will be prayed at 7:00 p.m. Friday at St. Andrew's Catholic...

June 10, 2021

Scott Benjamin Goldie, 56, passed away Thursday, June 10, 2021 in San Jose, California.  An open house reception will be held on the afternoon of Sunday, July 18, 2021 at his parent’s home in Cle Elum, Wa.  For  more details, please email sgoldiegs2021@gmail.com

Scott was born January 13, 1965 in Deer Lodge, Montana.  When he was young,...

June 7, 2021

Earl V. Elkington, 90, longtime Ellensburg resident, passed away on June 7, 2021 with his daughter, Sandy, by his side.  He was born on November 13, 1930 in Walla Walla, Washington, the third of four children born to James and Virginia Elkington.

Earl graduated from Umapine High School in 1948.  He was captain of the basketball team...

May 22, 2021

Henry Sean "Foz" Foster, 20, passed away at the Virginia Mason Medical Center in Seattle on Saturday, May 22, 2021.  A memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, June 4, 2021 at Johnston & Williams Funeral Home in Ellensburg.  In-person attendance will be limited to family and invited guests, but all are welcome and invited to...