Woodland Cemetery Beautification Service Project

Woodland Cemetery has invited volunteers to come and help maintain the beauty of its surroundings. The wind storms this year have left a layer of pine cones and limbs needing to be raked into piles.

It is hoped that “many hands will make for lighter work” as they begin their Spring clean-up of the grounds. The cemetery normally sustains its care from the hands of regular volunteers, but a little extra help is needed this year. Participants wishing to help tidy up the cemetery are asked to join the regulars this Saturday, April 10 from 10 am – 2 pm. They ask that you please bring your own rake. Masks are not required, but welcome to wear if wanted. Social distancing will be easy to maintain. You needn’t stay the whole time; just arrive and leave when convenient for you. The cemetery is located at 5315 West Monroe Road, Deer Park, WA. If you have any questions, please call Tom Taylor at 509-276-6820.

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Bill Nichols

February 13, 2026

William “Bill” Nichols, age 90, passed away peacefully on December 28th 2025. He was born in 1935 and lived a long life marked by devotion to family, service to his country, and quiet strength.

A life spectacularly lived

February 12, 2026

Denette Leeann March was born on 08-21-2002 to Lonnie and Tracy March in Spokane, WA. She grew up in Deer Park, WA where she spent her childhood on her family dairy goat farm and Animal rescue, traveling extensively and enjoying all things school with an influence in FFA, 4-H , and production.

In all the cracks of Denette’s life from 6 years old to shortly prior to passing she was an avid and passionate concert attendee and traveler, in her short time in this life she traveled to 15 countries with some of her favorites destinations including Ireland, London, Hawaii, Belize, New York, Forks, La Push, Montana, and countless Caribbean islands.

Fred R. Miller

January 26, 2026

FRED R. MILLER, passed away at home on Jan 14, 2026. Fred was born in Spokane WA, on April 4,1944. He grew up in Spokane attending Central Valley High School until his senior year, graduating from Deer Park High School in 1962. Fred enlisted in the Navy out of high school, spending time in San Diego and Annapolis. He later graduated from WSU with distinction.

Shirley McRae Passes Away at 91

January 23, 2026

Shirley Eleanor (Kintschi) McRae, 91, of Spokane and formerly Deer Park, passed away on December 3, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.

Shirley was born to Morris Kintschi and Anna (Tanner) Kintschi on April 29, 1934, in Edwall, Washington. She graduated from Edwall High School in 1952, where she met her husband-to-be, John McRae. John and Shirley were married in 1954, and they lived in Redondo Beach, California, while John served in the U.S. Navy. They returned to Spokane in 1955, living on Five Mile Prairie, then at Dartford, and finally in the house that John designed and built in Deer Park in 1976, where the family lived for over 42 years.

Honoring Heart At Hometown Animal Hospital

January 15, 2026

Hometown Animal Hospital has been named the 2026 Winterfest Honored Organization, in recognition of years of compassionate service that extends far beyond veterinary care. From rescuing overlooked animals to supporting local events and businesses, the clinic is making a profound impact on the community.

WinterFest 2026 Honored Citizen Announced: Share Your Dreewes Testimonials

December 15, 2025

Dr. Miriam Dreewes of Hometown Animal Hospital is the 2026 Deer Park WinterFest Honored Citizen for her dedication to the community. We invite those who know her and Hometown Animal Hospital to submit positive stories and testimony via the form to be featured in the official Deer Park Gazette article.

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