Obituaries

Rick DeLynn Lightfoot passed away peacefully on March 29, 2026 at St. Mary's Hospital in Walla Walla. His entire family was able to have a meaningful goodbye with him prior to his passing.

Rick was born on October 21, 1948 in Walla Walla. He was the first of four sons born to Robert and Betty Lightfoot.

Rick was...

Linda Diane Shockman (Burns), of Milton-Freewater, Oregon died August 30, 2025 at her home.

She was born on December 8, 1942, to Ellis Earl and Ellen Ann Burns (Griggs) in Tacoma, Washington.

Linda was raised in Hermiston, Oregon. She attended Hermiston High School before moving to Milton-Freewater, Oregon where...

Mary Austin Kerns, 73, passed away March 16, 2026, in Kennewick, WA, in the company of her husband of 53 years, Robert Kerns, and her sisters-in-law Debbie Reno and Pat Templeton.

Born April 26, 1952, in Walla Walla, WA, to Alpha and Louise Austin, Mary was the only daughter of their 3 children. She attended the...

Dennis L. Lepiane was born on August 22, 1947, at the old Walla Walla General Hospital to John A. and Ruth E. (May) Lepiane. He died Friday, March 27, 2026, at Regency at the Park in College Place following a lengthy and courageous battle with diabetes and renal failure.

A lifelong member of the Walla Walla...

It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Louis Roosma of Walla Walla on March 17, 2026. He was born February 21,1951 and will be remembered for his love for his family, sense of humor and passion for life.

Lou is survived by his loving family and friends.

A Celebration of Life will be held on June 20,...

Naomi Gean Fulgham, age 88, went home to be with the Lord on March 25, 2026, at her home in Walla Walla, Washington. She was born on July 24, 1937, in Altamont, Missouri, to Albert and Maxine Ingram Herman. After graduating from Touchet High School, she married Robert Fulgham in 1955, and together they shared 70...

Merry Jacqueline "Jacque" Goodhew

April 12, 1939 - March 27, 2026

Walla Walla resident Merry Jacqueline "Jacque" Goodhew, 86, died March 27, 2026. A Memorial Service will be held at April 12, 2026 at 3:00 PM at College Place Village Church. A full obituary and guestbook are available at...

Stella Anne Basta passed away on March 22, 2026, in Walla Walla, WA, at the age of 94.

She was born on July 13, 1931, the tenth of eleven children, to Joseph and Caterina Basta. Stella spent nearly her entire life in Walla Walla, with the exception of a brief period working in Seattle. She was deeply rooted in her...

Rosemary Lloyd, age 95, of Walla Walla, WA, passed away peacefully on March 25, 2026. She was born on January 9, 1931, in Eugene, OR., to Hazel and Norman Board. She lived in Eugene, Portland, and the surrounding areas, where her father owned various butcher shops.

Rosemary moved to Walla Walla in 1937. She...

SUE SCHOESSLER OBITUARY

Susan Kay Schoessler passed away peacefully on Feb 2, 2026 at Providence Medical Center in Portland. She was surrounded by loving family and friends.

Sue Schoessler was born on February 13, 1956 in Walla Walla, Washington to Arthur and Marida Schoessler. She had 2 brothers, Van Allen and...

Pamela Marie Gisi, 67, of Walla Walla, Washington, passed away on February 23, 2026.

Pam was born on September 7, 1958, in Fargo, North Dakota, to Michael and Carolyn Gisi. She graduated from Ellensburg High School in 1976 and went on to attend Seattle University, where she earned her nursing degree with honors in...

Raymond Meadows passed away peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of love, dedication, and quiet strength. He will be remembered for his kindness, steady presence, and the care he showed to those around him. Raymond is survived by his beloved wife, Carol Meadows, who stood by his side as his devoted partner and best...