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Funeral Notices and Obituaries

Thomas Dale Kelly

Tom Kelly left this earth for his eternal home Wednesday, Feb. 18, 2026.

Thomas Dale Kelly was born to Clarence and Marie Kelly on June 12, 1933. He graduated from Lawrenceville Township [Illinois] High School in 1952. He lettered four years in basketball and track. He lettered three years in football, suffering a neck injury that kept him from playing his senior year. His basketball team went to state his sophomore and senior years. He was one of the five selected for the State of Illinois for the All State Basketball Team. In 2006, Tom was inducted into the Lawrenceville Basketball Hall of Fame.

Tom married his high school sweetheart, Emma Sue Whittaker on June 20, 1952. He worked at the Texaco Refinery in Lawrenceville for eight years then moved to Pomeroy Nov. 30, 1960. Tom worked for the Ledgerwood Brothers, Dye Seed Ranch, John Cardwell Ranch, Garfield County Road Department and retired as the leadman of the Washington Department of Transportation in June 1998.

He loved to hunt, trap and golf. Tom enjoyed his workshop and built birdhouses, furniture and other crafts for his family and friends after retirement.

Tom was a member of the Pomeroy Christian Church, State and National Trapper Associations and NRA. He also served in the National Guard while living in Illinois.

Tom is survived by his children, Tom (Dort), of Pomeroy, Jon (Kelly), of Pomeroy and Tami (Mark) Morgan, of Richland; grandchildren, Elijah (Julie), Rachael (Ernie) Gerber, Michael (Larissa), Justin (Krista), Brooke and Dani Sue; great-grandchildren: Jayden, Makayla, Aubree, Malachi, Lexis, Hoyt, Braxton, Jack, Case and Sam. He is also survived by four brothers: Dean, Leonard, Duck and Joe. He was preceded in death by his wife Sue; one sister Virginia; and three brothers: Jerry, Jim and Chuck.

A family graveside is planned for both Mom and Dad later this spring 2026].

Memorials may be made to Pomeroy Christian Church, P.O. Box 699, or to the Pomeroy Food Bank, P.O. Box 15, both in Pomeroy, WA 99347.

Jack Stanford Anderson

Jack Anderson, 91, passed away peacefully on Monday, Feb. 16, 2026, while in the care of Evergreen Estates, hospice and family.

Jack was born on Feb. 24, 1934, in Conroe, Texas, to Marvin and Ada (Tyler) Anderson. The family soon moved to Broken Arrow, Okla., and then to Claremore, Okla. Jack attended local schools before embarking on the adventure of being a rodeo cowboy. He competed in the bull riding event and enjoyed good success. An early marriage to Mary Ann Holman ended in divorce. Jack served in the U.S. Army and while stationed at the Yakima Firing Center he met his wife, JoAnn Weinman. They were married Nov. 29, 1958, until her death Jan. 29, 2003.

Jack was a skillful mechanic. He had a long career with the Bureau of Indian Affairs Irrigation District in Wapato, Wash. He retired as the shop foreman. For over 20 years Jack was the lead singer in a country-western band, playing all the local Yakima-area clubs and as the entertainment for weddings. He had a large and loyal fan base. In his retirement years, Jack continued to enjoy his ham radio station and near-daily varmint hunts. Toward the end of his life, he moved to Pomeroy to be close to his daughter and son-in-law, Sandra and Sanford Bates.

Jack is survived by his children; Louis (Shelly) Gardner, Claremore, Okla.; Sandra (Sanford) Bates, Pomeroy; and Judy (Daniel) Ames, Plessis, N.Y., also grandchildren: Anthony (Andrea) Bates, Lahnau, Germany; Sarah (Brian) Power, Moscow; Amanda (Robert) Boquist, Southern Pines, N.C.; Mackenzie Gardner, Okla., and eight great-grandchildren. Jack is also survived by his sisters Patricia Adams, of Claremore, and Betty (Lee) Deal, Bartlesville, Okla. Jack is predeceased by his brother J.B. “Andy” Anderson.

There will be a memorial service at 11 a.m. Friday, Feb. 27, at Grace Reformed Church, 1102 Diagonal St., Clarkston. A graveyard service will follow at 2 p.m. at the Pomeroy Cemetery.

Roger Nelson Baker

Roger Nelson Baker, 84, of Clarkston and formerly of Pomeroy, peacefully passed away in his sleep at his home on Sunday Feb. 15, 2026, from heart failure.

Roger was born March 29, 1941, to Thelma and Lowell Baker in Pomeroy at their family farm on Bell Plain Road. Roger grew up on the family farm along with his baby sister Pam. They grew up working on their family farm covering various ranches in the Mayview area of Pomeroy on the breaks of the Snake River. Roger enjoyed many sports like football and raising steers as FFA projects, graduating from Pomeroy in 1959. He attended Washington State University and Columbia Basin College for a short time before working as an agronomist in the Quincy, Wash., area.

He married Carol Wassard, of Pomeroy, and had two children Terry Baker and Katrina Baker and later adopted a daughter Tammy Baker. They lived on the family farm in the Mayview area where he helped run the family farm with his father Lowell. Their marriage ended in divorce, and in 1983 he married the love of his life, Diane K. Ruchert, along with her two children, Monica Keatts and Gary Peters. He then helped raise all of his kids while farming with his father, Lowell, on various ranches in the Pomeroy area. He always enjoyed watching all of the kids’ activities including raising animals for the Spokane Junior Livestock show where he was barn superintendent as well as a respected board member.

In 1996, he stepped away from farming to move to Clarkston where he began a new career of one of his lifelong passions of driving trucks. He began with Baker Truck Lines and then DeAtley Corporation before being selected as one of the mixer truck drivers for the newly formed Atlas Sand and Rock Concrete division. Roger was always known for being an incredibly skilled driver and was a favorite among his fellow drivers and construction customers.

After retiring from Atlas he enjoyed working as a pilot car driver helping guide heavy loads around the area as well as helping his kids in their heavy equipment business.

He enjoyed riding all types of motorcycles as well as leading or being involved in many different men's groups and Bible studies and was a staple in Canyons Church in Clarkston. Roger spent a great deal of his time later in life following and enjoying all of his kids and grandkids activities which took him all over the country and all over the world.

He was preceded in death by his father and mother, Lowell and Thelma Baker; and his daughter Katrina Baker. He is survived by the love of his life and wife Diane Baker, sister Pam (Jan) Schmaling, son Terry (Dana) Baker, daughter Monica (Larry) Keatts, son Gary (Jill) Peters; grandchildren Brandon (Heidi) Baker, Katelyn (Tanner) Shelton, Cole Keatts, Tyler Peters, Gracie Peters, Charley Peters, Piper Peters and Taylor (Chris) Walker; great-grandchildren Brandon (L.B) McLean, Cassidy Baker, Buster Shelton, Posie Shelton, Ellery Willcuts and Benny Walker.

A celebration of life will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 28, at the Hangar 180 Aircraft Museum at the Lewiston Airport, located at the corner of 3517 Fifth St., Lewiston. Lunch will be served afterward along with a time to share honoring Roger.

Mona K. Wolf

Mona K. Wolf passed away peacefully on February 15, 2026, in Coeur d' Alene, Idaho, accompanied by her family. Born on October 10, 1935, in Grouse Flats, Washington, she spent her life cultivating a legacy of love, faith, and generosity that will forever resonate through the lives of those she touched.

Mona was first and foremost a loving wife to her cherished husband, Stan. Together, they built a beautiful life that was grounded in unwavering support for one another. The duo worked side by side in drug stores located in both Pomeroy and Lewiston.

In addition to her role in their businesses, Mona co-owned a dress shop in Pomeroy known as Style Station. Through her work, she brought beauty and creativity into the lives of many, reflecting her passion for fashion and her keen eye for detail.

Mona found joy in knitting and sewing, crafting not just garments, but cherished memories for her loved ones. She especially delighted in the time spent with her grandchildren, relishing in their laughter and the simple pleasures of life shared together.

Mona is survived by her beloved husband of 69 years Stan Wolf; her devoted children, Andy Wolf, Sheila Grunhurd and her husband Scott, Tony Wolf and his wife Lori, and Walter Wolf and his wife Catherine. Her grandchildren: Haley Grunhurd and her partner Kyle, Hunter Grunhurd and his wife Kylie, Jessica Wolf, Ali Samuels and her husband Seth, Gavin Gregory, and Benjamin Wolf, along with her great-granddaughter, Palmer.

She joins her dear departed family members, including her parents John and Eleanor Hammond, and siblings Richard and Betty Hammond, Jack and Georgia Hammond, as well as Dick and Joann Wolf, Bill and Doris Ann Wolf, Beatie Wolf, Dick and Virginia Borley, John and Betty Carlson and Rosemary Wolf, whose memories will forever be cherished among those she leaves behind.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to St. George Catholic church in Post Falls ID. or Holy Rosary Catholic church in Pomeroy WA.

A Funeral Mass was said at St. George Catholic Church at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, February 28, 2026. The Mass will be followed by a reception at the Red Lion Hotel Templin's on the River, 414 E. 1st Street, Post Falls, ID 83854. Mona's burial will be at Holy Rosary Catholic Cemetery in Pomeroy on March 1, 2026.

Mark Donald Waldher

Mark Donald Waldher died at his home on February 6, 2026. He was born December 25, 1953 to Dick & Meribeth (Burnett) Waldher in Pomeroy.

Mark attended Holy Rosary Catholic School; participated in 4H and FFA beef production; played basketball through grade school and high school; graduated from Pomeroy High School in 1972; and was a graduate of Washington State University with a degree in Agricultural Business.

After graduating from WSU, Mark farmed family land on Dutch Flat for 20 years and was an important partner in the family angus cattle business. After retiring from farming and up to the time of his passing, he drove wheat truck for local farmers and was a seasonal Fisheries Aid/Fish Tagger at Lower Granite Dam.

Mark was an avid Pomeroy Pirate Alumni missing few home competitions in all sporting events. Mark was known as a die-hard Celtics, Packers, and Yankees fan from a young age and could discuss any sports related statistics if the conversation required.

He volunteered as the Seeley Theatre Plaza custodian with has mom for over fifteen years, assisted with the Pomeroy Community Center Community Garden, and helped throughout the community where ever there was a need. He was the Pomeroy Chamber of Commerce Volunteer Award recipient for 2021, and in 2022 the Annual Mark Waldher Volunteer Award was created.

He was preceded in death by his father, paternal grandparents Anthony & Frankie (Van Ausdle) Waldher, maternal grandparents Walter & Brenda (Ward) Burnett, and his Uncle Don Waldher. He is survived by his mother, sister Lisa Lund, brothers Chris and Jim (Connie), and sister Susan (Tom) Collins.

Mark had many nieces and nephews. Tammi (Scott)Largent, Kim (Ben) Feider, Hailey (Tyler) Gibson, and Mackenzie Collins. Scott (Stephanie)Young, John Waldher, Zachary (Jenn)Alger, and Justin Waldher. He was a second and third generation uncle to Jay, Travis, Trevin, Lila, Gus, Will, Theo, Jaxon, Miles, Rosie, Charlie, Alivia, and soon to be Spencer and Archer.

A Funeral Mass will be said at Holy Rosary Church, Pomeroy, on March 13 at 1 p.m., followed by a reception at the Catholic School.

Memorials may be sent to the Mark Waldher Vocational Education Scholarship fund, % Bank of Eastern Washington, 509-843-1895, 703 Main Street, PO Box 8, Pomeroy, WA 99347. Memorials can also be sent % Lisa Lund, PO Box 608, Pomeroy, WA 99347.

Orlin King Jeffreys

Orlin King Jeffreys passed away peacefully Saturday, Jan. 31, 2026, at Garfield County Hospital District. He was born Aug. 12, 1937, in Pomeroy, to Burton and Una (King) Jeffreys. He graduated from Pomeroy High School in 1955 and graduated from Washington State University with a degree in Chemical Engineering in 1960.

His career in the papermaking industry began with Potlatch Forests Inc., in Lewiston. He worked as plant manager for Potlatch at their plants in Michigan, California and Pennsylvania (where he met his wife Terri). He also worked for a short time at Marcal Industries in New Jersey.

After 20-plus years in industry, he came home to Pomeroy in 1982 to manage the family farm. He retired from farming in 2007.

He was active in community organizations and served as chairman of the Pomeroy Grain Growers Board and Garfield County Hospital District Board. He enjoyed golfing and traveling.

Orlin was preceded in death by his parents and brothers-in-law Herb Hinman and Bill Welliver. He is survived by his wife Terri; his children from a previous marriage: Greg Jeffreys (Shannon), Lori Osborne (Craig), Brad Jeffreys (Diana), and Burt Jeffreys (Cindy); nine grandchildren and three great-grandchildren; his sister Marcia Hinman, sister-in-law Janice Welliver, and sister and brother-in-law Judith and Scott Bell, and numerous nieces and nephews.

Services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 10, at Pomeroy First Christian Church, 310 S. Eighth St., Pomeroy.

Memorial donations can be made to Garfield County District Hospital, 66 Sixth St., Pomeroy, WA 99347.

Cynthia Jeanne (Price) Johnson

Cynthia Jeanne Johnson, age 74, passed away Sunday, Jan. 25, 2026. Cid was born Nov. 28, 1951, to Kenny and Jeanne Price of Pomeroy. She was raised in Pomeroy with her three sisters Kim, Julie and Amy. She graduated from Pomeroy High School in 1970. Cid attended Deaconess Nursing School earning a Registered Nurse degree. She had a very long and fulfilling career as a nurse.

Cid loved decorating, singing, arts and crafts, cooking and hospitality. She was involved in a praise band for many years, she started a catering business and a bed and breakfast, and she very much loved watercolor painting.

Cid worked very hard and succeeded in not letting her MS diagnosis keep her from doing the many things she enjoyed. Dealing with MS, she was able to keep her enduring faith.

Cindy was a beloved wife of Bob Johnson for almost 35 years. She raised three daughters, Pam (CJ) Fleishman, Wendy Snyder, and Jamie (Brian) Heinzerling. She delighted in being a Grammy to her eight grandchildren Kade (Dalli) Snyder, Keaton (Makayla) Brenner, Rylan (Tiffany) Snyder, Raylie Fleishman, Ty Fleishman, Lila Heinzerling, Holden Heinzerling and Fulty Heinzerling. She was also a proud great-grammy to Kinsley Snyder.

Cindy is survived by her husband Bob, her daughters and grandchildren, and her sisters Kim (Jim) Burke and Amy (Jim) Kirschner. She was preceded in death by her parents and sister Julie Claassen.

A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m., Thursday, Feb. 12, at the Pomeroy Christian Church, 310 S. Eighth St., Pomeroy.

Memorials may be sent to the Garfield County Hospital or to the Pomeroy Christian Church in her name.

Eldon Lee Robertson

Eldon Lee Robertson, born on October 4, 1928, passed away on January 19, 2026, at the age of 97.

Eldon was preceded in death by his wife, Cecelia.

A graveside service will be held at Holy Rosary Cemetery, located on Geiger Gulch Rd, Pomeroy, WA, 99347. The service is scheduled for March 12, 2026, starting at 9:30 am.

There will be a brunch after burial at the Catholic School.

James Michael 'Mike' Ledgerwood

James Michael “Mike” Ledgerwood, 80, of Pomeroy, passed away Saturday, Jan. 17, 2026, at his home. Mike was born Sept. 29, 1945, in Lewiston, to Merle and Frances (Gilbert) of Pomeroy.

Mike grew up on the farm in Pomeroy. Among his early farm chores was milking cows, taking care of chickens, gardening and stacking hay bales. He learned about farming wheat, barley, grass, hay and raising cattle.

Mike attended Holy Rosary Catholic School. He then went to Pomeroy Junior-Senior High School where he graduated in 1963. He was active in FFA and played basketball. He went to Eastern Washington State College where he played basketball one year and joined ROTC. He obtained a Bachelor of Arts degree in Sociology. He met his wife, Michele Meeker “Micki,” at Eastern and they were married in July 1967.

Mike joined the National Guard in 1967 and did his training at Fort Lewis and summer trainings at Yakima Firing Center. He worked for Rosauers in Spokane as an assistant manager while Micki taught school. They moved back to Pomeroy in 1976 to farm the family farm. Mike was a member of the Garfield County Cattlemen’s Association.

Mike loved fishing and gardening. He liked to make ground cherry jam, his great-grandmother’s recipe. Mike’s other favorite activities were watching sports, watching grandkids show steers and play sports, jigsaw puzzles and collecting coins.

Mike is survived by his wife, Micki; son Travis (Sherry and four children: Tristen, Cayle, Aubree and Jaken [Makayla and son Layton]); son Brock (Adela and four children: Josh, Josiah, Brooklyn and Mackinzie); granddaughter Madison Barber (Garrett and son Ryatt); his sisters: Anna Marie Ledgerwood, Betty Jane Marmon-Peterson (Pete) and Alice Gwinn (Mike); and eight nieces and nephews. Mike’s parents and brother Jerry preceded him in death.

A rosary for Mike will be recited at 6 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 28, and the funeral will be at 11 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 29, both at Holy Rosary Catholic Church, 634 High St., Pomeroy. Burial will be in the Holy Rosary Cemetery and a luncheon to follow at the Catholic School. Merchant Funeral Home of Clarkston is in charge of the cremation.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests a donation to the Shriners Hospital, made out to: Pomeroy Shrine Club, P.O. Box 545, Pomeroy, WA 99347

Francisco Arteaga Madrigal

Francisco Arteaga Madrigal, 65, of Pomeroy, died Sunday, Jan. 11, 2026, at his home surrounded by family. He was a dedicated worker at Riley's River Ranch for 15 years.

There was a Funeral Mass said at Holy Rosary Catholic Church, Pomeroy, on Saturday, January 17 at 11 a.m. preceded by family viewing. A potluck luncheon was at the Catholic School after burial.

Merchant Funeral Home of Clarkston is in charge of arrangements.