Tri-City Herald Publishes Death Notices for March 6, 2026

Obituaries cover residents from Kennewick, Pasco, Richland, and the Yakima Valley

Published on Mar. 7, 2026

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The Tri-City Herald newspaper has published its latest batch of death notices, covering the passing of several individuals from the Kennewick, Pasco, Richland, and Yakima Valley areas of Washington state. The notices provide details on the lives and legacies of those who have recently died, including their ages, hometowns, occupations, and the funeral homes handling the arrangements.

Why it matters

Death notices serve as an important public record, allowing communities to come together to mourn the loss of local residents and celebrate their lives. These notices also provide helpful information to friends, family members, and others who may wish to pay their respects or learn more about the deceased.

The details

The death notices cover a range of individuals, including a 78-year-old U.S. Navy veteran from Kennewick, a 91-year-old retired oil and maintenance industry general manager also from Kennewick, an 84-year-old retired estimator from Richland, and an 87-year-old retired warehouse laborer from Sunnyside. The notices provide details on the deceased's hometowns, length of residence in the Tri-Cities area, occupations, and the funeral homes handling the arrangements.

  • The death notices were published on March 7, 2026.

The players

William L. Reseck

A 78-year-old U.S. Navy veteran who was retired from field operations for the government and lived in Kennewick for 48 years.

Robert L. McClary

A 91-year-old retired general manager in the oil and maintenance industries who lived in Kennewick for 54 years.

Gerry L. Ritter

An 84-year-old retired estimator for Drywall Interiors in Richland who lived in the Tri-Cities area for 49 years.

Concepcion 'Connie' Yanez

An 87-year-old retired warehouse laborer who was a longtime resident of the Lower Yakima Valley.

Kevin A. Elliott

A 61-year-old veteran and mechanical engineer in the nuclear industry who lived in Benton City for 34 years.

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The takeaway

These death notices serve as a poignant reminder of the diverse lives that make up the fabric of the Tri-Cities and Yakima Valley communities, honoring the legacies of those who have passed on and providing comfort to their loved ones.