Obituaries

Local Obituaries in Spokane County, WA

Glenda Heffley

Glenda Heffley

Aug 6, 2025

Glenda Arlene Heffley

Glenda was born on January 20, 1938, and passed away on August 6 th , 2025, at age 87.

She is preceded in death by her father Albert Fisher, mother Rosella Fisher, brother Albert Fisher Jr. and husband John Heffley.

Glenda is survived by John and Monty Heffley, Tracy and Lori Heffley, 8 grandchildren, 20 great-grandchildren.

Maria G Espindola

Maria G Espindola

Jul 31, 2025

Maria G. Espindola was born on August 30, 1930 in Wichita Falls, Texas. 

She passed away on July 31, 2025 in Spokane, Washington. 

Rebecca Middleton

Rebecca Middleton

Jul 27, 2025

Rebecca "Becky" Ann Middleton (Goodson)

7/1/56-7/27/25

Becky was proud to be born in Ann Arbor, MI but made Spokane, Washington her home for most of her life. 

She is survived by her loving devoted husband David Middleton; children (Dallas and Ryan Valenzuela) and Jennifer Gigler; 3 grand children Jonathan Thomas, Olivia Marie and Ivy Ann; niece Robbi; great-niece Cheyenne; great-nephew Rhodie; and SO...

Robert "Bob" Dale Allgood

Robert "Bob" Dale Allgood

Jul 27, 2025

Robert “Bob” Dale Allgood

On July 27, 2025, Bob Allgood passed away due to complications from a stroke. He was 69 years old.

Born in 1956, to Dorothy and Clarence “Oren” Allgood, Jr. at Deaconess Hospital, in Spokane WA. He graduated from North Central High School in 1974.

Bob worked at various jobs such as residential/commercial painting and car/RV sales. He was a...

James E. Ferguson, III

James E. Ferguson, III

Jul 26, 2025

James E. Ferguson III - “Jim” to his many friends - was born on June 26, 1938 in Los Angeles California, and passed away on July 26, 2025 in Spokane WA. Jim was preceded in death by his parents, father James E. Ferguson II, and mother Betty (Robards) Ferguson. In 2023, he lost his beloved wife Audrey, his partner of...

Sherri Robinson

Sherri Robinson

Jul 19, 2025

Sherri Rae Robinson passed away peacefully in Spokane on July 19, 2025, at the age of 69, after a sudden and unexpected illness. Her final days were spent surrounded by the love and comfort of her family.

Born on August 21, 1955 in Maywood, California, to the late Raymond and Leona Robinson, Sherri moved to Spokane in 1978 with her husband,...

Shirley J Ellenz

Shirley J Ellenz

Jul 18, 2025

Shirley Josephine Ellenz passed away July 18th, 2025, after a 4-year battle with Alzheimer's and Dementia. 

She was born on February 12th, 1936, to Joseph and Grace Champagne, in Yakima, WA. 

She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Edward; and her cherished daughter, Kami; as well as her four brothers, Martin, Harry, Richard, and Joseph Jr.; and her sister, Charlotte....

Lonnie Inners

Lonnie Inners

Jul 6, 2025

On July 6, 2025, with all six of his children gathered close, Lonnie Gene Inners peacefully said goodbye to this world at the age of 83. His life, rich with family, friendship, and adventure, began on January 14, 1942, in York, Pennsylvania, where he was born to Mary Louise (Houdeshell) Inners and Jack Leroy Inners. The second of five children,...

Tami Petersen

Tami Petersen

Jul 5, 2025

In Loving Memory of Tami Petersen 7/21/1960 – 7/5/2025

It is with heavy hearts and tearful eyes that we say goodbye to Tami, who passed away at home in Spokane, WA, after a brief illness. Her vibrant spirit and sense of fun made every day feel a little brighter. She lit up every room with her energy, and her presence made...

Laurie Myers

Laurie Myers

Jun 23, 2025

Laurie Janette Gambill Myers was welcomed into the world on April 10, 1952 – the third of six children born to Robert Wesley Gambill and Charis Janet Lane Gambill. She entered into her heavenly home on Monday, June 23rd, 2025 at the age of 73.

Laurie grew up in Spokane, Washington, attended Spokane schools, and graduated from North Central High School...

Deborah Hjortedal

Deborah Hjortedal

Jun 21, 2025

Deborah Marie (Skinner) Hjortedal

Debbie was born in Bushnell, Illinois, February 27,1935 to Freeman and Zella Skinner. She spent the early years of her life in the vicinity of Bushnell. After the war, the family relocated to Twin Falls, Idaho, in time for Debbie to attend junior and senior high in Twin Falls. After graduating high school, Debbie moved on to...

Herbert L Postlewait

Herbert L Postlewait

Jun 19, 2025

Herbert L Postlewait, born November 2, 1940 in Conrad, Montana, left this world June 19, 2025.

 Herb to most, Herbie to a few. First child born to Everett and Bernice Postlewait. He was the oldest of 5 (siblings - Bill, Evelyn, Tom and DeeAnn); Uncle to 4 (Brian [Rebecca], James, Kristen [Brian] and Kelly); Great Uncle to 4 (Brooke, Reese, Leah...

Jose George Moreno

Jose George Moreno

Jun 18, 2025

With broken hearts, we share the sudden and devastating loss of Jose George Moreno Jr. a beloved husband, father, uncle, grandfather, brother, and friend. Born and raised in Moses Lake, WA. The middle son of a big family, George had two older brothers Mike and Mark and two younger sisters, Michelle and Olga. He took being the middle child as...

Ingeborg Helga Cantu

Ingeborg Helga Cantu

May 28, 2025

Ingeborg Helga Cantu

November 24, 1938 – May 28, 2025

Ingeborg Helga Cantu, 86, of Spokane, WA, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on May 28, 2025. Born on November 24, 1938 in Leipheim, Germany to Alwin and Frida Lehrer, Inge was cherished as the youngest of their two daughters. Inge immigrated to the United States shortly after graduating from high school,...

John Edward Benson

John Edward Benson

May 25, 2025

John Edward Benson was born at Deaconess on November 21, 1943 and passed away at home on May 25, 2025 at the age of 81. He grew up in Hillyard and attended Arlington Grade School, John R Rogers High School and graduated from WSU with a bachelor's degree in mathematics, history and languages. He married his high school sweetheart and...

Fran Rew

Fran Rew

May 23, 2025

Frances Lee Rew ~ Fran

11/29/1954 - 5/23/2025

Fran was a beautiful soul. She had a heart so big and full of love, she gave everything and anything just to see someone smile. She was the glue when everything tried to crumble.

As we lay her to rest the lifetime of memories shared will forever fill our hearts and will never be forgotten.

Jason West

Jason West

May 23, 2025

Jason Ryan West, 46, of Spokane, WA, passed away unexpectedly on May 23, 2025.

Born in Spokane on June 2, 1978, Jason was the beloved youngest son of Michael and Pamela West. He grew up in Deer Park, WA, and attended Riverside schools from kindergarten through graduation at Riverside High School in Chattaroy, WA.

After graduating from Riverside High School in 1996,...

Ruben Torres Gomez Sr.

Ruben Torres Gomez Sr.

May 16, 2025

Loving Memory of Ruben Torres Gomez Sr.

June 8, 1951 – May 16, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, Ruben Torres Gomez Sr., who left us peacefully on the morning of May 16th at 6:30 AM.

Ruben was born on June 8, 1951, and grew up surrounded by love with his parents, Cuca...

Lola Putnam

Lola Putnam

May 11, 2025

Lola Marie Putnam, 88, passed away peacefully in her home in Spokane, Washington, on May 11, 2025. Lola was born on May 20, 1936, in Yakima, Washington.

As a long-time member of the Order of Eastern Star, Lola demonstrated her commitment to service and leadership, holding the revered position of Worthy Matron. Her passion for the organization reflected her generous spirit...

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