Recent Passings in the Tri-Cities Area
The Tri-Cities area has recently experienced several notable losses, with individuals from various backgrounds and communities passing away. Each of these individuals left a unique mark on their families, friends, and the broader community.
Sharon L. Scribner
Sharon L. Scribner, 77, of Richland, passed away on July 17 in Richland. She was born in Longview, Washington, and spent 10 years living in the Tri-Cities. A professional in the trucking industry, she worked as a truck broker. Arrangements for her funeral are being handled by Mueller’s Tri-Cities Funeral Home in Kennewick.
Andrea J. Demyer
Andrea Jean Demyer, 78, of Richland, died on July 17 in Richland. Born in Richland, she was a lifelong resident of the Tri-Cities area. As a homemaker, she dedicated much of her life to family and home. Her funeral arrangements are being managed by Einan’s at Sunset in Richland.
Bryan E. Zlatich
Bryan Eugene Zlatich, 59, of Kennewick, passed away on July 16 in Kennewick. He was born and raised in Kennewick, spending his entire life in the Tri-Cities. Prior to retirement, he served as the manager of the Cable Bridge Zip’s. The funeral arrangements are also being coordinated by Mueller’s Tri-Cities Funeral Home in Kennewick.
Patricia E. Zimmerle
Patricia E. Zimmerle, 92, of Kennewick, died on July 14 in Kennewick. She was born in San Marcos, Texas, and lived in the Tri-Cities for 71 years. She had a long career as a social worker with the Department of Social and Health Services. Her funeral is being organized by Mueller’s Tri-Cities Funeral Home in Kennewick.
Rosellon Hill
Rosellon Hill, 83, of Pasco, passed away on July 10 in Pasco. She was born in Dardanelle, Arkansas, and lived in the Tri-Cities for 50 years. She worked as an activity director and nurse aid at Vista View Nursing Home before retiring. Arrangements are being handled by Mueller’s Tri-Cities Funeral Home in Kennewick.
Seferina Limon Benavides
Seferina Limon Benavides, 94, of Grandview, died on July 19 in Sunnyside. She was born in Zapotlanejo, Jalisco, Mexico, and was a long-time resident of the Yakima Valley. She worked for Twin City Foods for many years. Her funeral arrangements are being managed by Smith Funeral Home in Sunnyside.
Larry D. Muhlbeier
Larry Dale Muhlbeier, 82, of Pasco, died on July 17 in Pasco. He was born in Hardin, Montana, and spent most of his adult life in the Columbia Basin. A retired farmer, truck driver, and cowboy, he led a diverse and active life. His funeral is being organized by Mueller’s Greenlee Funeral Home in Pasco.
Scott S. Gale
Scott Samuel Gale, 37, of Kennewick, passed away on July 20 in Kennewick. He was born in St. Paul, Minnesota, and lived in Kennewick for 34 years. His funeral arrangements are being handled by Einan’s at Hillcrest in Kennewick.
Mars K. N. Rosser
Mars Karou Nathaniel Rosser, 54, of Kennewick, died on July 19 in Kennewick. He was born in Okmulgee, Oklahoma, and lived in the Tri-Cities for 17 years. He worked for Oxarc LLC. The funeral arrangements are being coordinated by Mueller’s Tri-Cities Funeral Home in Kennewick.
Garrett H. Oord
Garrett H. Oord, 88, of Sunnyside, passed away on July 21 in Sunnyside. He was born in Zillah and was a lifelong resident of the Lower Yakima Valley. He retired from working as an irrigation trouble shooter. His funeral is being organized by Smith Funeral Home in Sunnyside.
Danny J. Hawthorne
Danny Joe Hawthorne, 77, of Richland, died on July 20 in Kennewick. He was born in Indianapolis, Indiana, and was a retired respiratory therapist. His funeral arrangements are being managed by Einan’s at Sunset in Richland.
Cynthia E. Drake
Cynthia Edris Drake, 66, of Richland, died on July 18 in Richland. She was born in Pasco and lived in Richland for 36 years. She worked as a retired executive administrative assistant at Pacific Northwest National Laboratory. Her funeral is being arranged by Life Tributes Cremation Center in Kennewick.
Barbara S. Hartley
Barbara Suzann Hartley, 51, of Mesa, passed away on July 20 in Richland. She was born in Dumas, Texas, and lived in Kennewick for 20 years. As a homemaker, she played a central role in her family. Her funeral arrangements are being handled by Einan’s at Hillcrest in Pasco.
These recent passings reflect the diversity and depth of the Tri-Cities community, with each individual contributing in their own way to the fabric of local life.
