Terry Townsend's Obituary

Langevin-Mussetter Funeral Home

NACHES - Surrounded by loving family and friends, Terry A. Townsend, 58, of Naches, went to be with the Lord on November 9, 2010, after a courageous battle with cancer. He was born July 10, 1952 in Yakima to Wilbur and Norma (Krein) Townsend.

Terry spent most of his life in the Yakima Valley, which he loved. He spent three years working in Alaska as an operating engineer, then returned to the Valley to be closer to his family and chose to drive a truck. In 1990, he met the love of his life and his soul mate, Sherry Bateman. They were married February 14, 1991. Terry and Sherry have spent the past 20 years enjoying traveling, fishing, hunting, camping and, most of all, riding Terry's Harley with friends. Terry lived life to the fullest and was frequently the life of the party. He especially enjoyed singing Karaoke on the weekends with his buddies at the Walkabout in Naches. Terry made many dear friends during the last six years while driving for Ace Hardware. He will be greatly missed by all.

Terry is survived by his wife, Sherry Townsend of Naches; son, Jared Townsend of Bend, Ore.; step-children: Debra Drady of Naches, Jim Lark of Houston, Texas, and Vikki (Tony) Bookout of Yakima; brother, Monte (Jennifer) Townsend of Selah; sisters, Karen Toth of Yakima and Jodi (Dick) Graff of Yakima; also nine grandchildren and four great grandchildren, many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his loving mother, Norma Montgomery, and his father, Wilbur Townsend.

The family wishes to thank Dr. Brady and the staff at Yakima Hematology and Oncology, Dr. Clary and staff at North Star Lodge, Yakima Regional staff and hospice nurse, Joanne, for their loving care. To share a memory of Terry, visit www.langevin-mussetter.com.

Visitation will be 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Friday, November 12, 2010 at Langevin- Mussetter Funeral Home, Yakima. Funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, November 13th at Langevin-Mussetter Funeral Home. Burial will follow at Terrace Heights Memorial Park.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Terry's name to the American Cancer Society, in care of Langevin-Mussetter Funeral Home, 1010 W. Yakima Ave., Yakima, WA 98902.

Langevin-Mussetter Funeral Home is entrusted with the arrangements.

Terry Townsend-Another Classmate has Fallen-RIP

Terry A. Townsend, 58, of Naches died Tuesday. Mr. Townsend was born and raised in the Yakima area. He worked as a truck driver for Ace Hardware.
Survivors include his wife, Sherry Townsend of Naches; a son, Jared Townsend of Bend, Ore.; a stepson, Jim Lark of Houston; two stepdaughters, Debra Drady of Naches and Vikki Bookout of Yakima; a brother, Monte Townsend of Selah; two sisters, Jodi Graff and Karen Toth of Yakima; nine grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.
Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m. Friday at Langevin-Mussetter Funeral Home. The funeral will be at 10 a.m. Saturday, also at the funeral home. Burial will follow in Terrace Heights Memorial Park.

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Dan Haywood's full obituary

YAKIMA - Daniel A. Haywood, 58, died Wednesday, October 26, 2010 following a short illness. Dan was surrounded by his loved ones.

Dan was born May 1, 1952 in Yakima to Richard and Phyllis Haywood.

He graduated from Davis High School in 1970, excelling in football and track. Following graduation, he enlisted in the military and served in Vietnam. Upon his return, Dan and his friend Dennis Gress started a construction company which they operated for many years. Dan also worked for Weyerhauser where he was awarded Employee of the Year.

Dan had a great talent as a wood crafter and enjoyed making many beautiful things for friends and family.

Dan was also an avid gardener, spending many hours harvesting the fruits of his labor. He very much enjoyed cooking and sharing with friends.

On May 1, 2007 Dan married the love of his life and best friend, Cari. They did not have a lot of time together, but the time they had was fun-filled with laughter and good friendship.

Dan is survived by his wife Cari; his children, Uriah Whitnall (Kelly) and Bethany Tindal (Jae) of Yakima, Sam Whitnall of Portland, OR, Chelsea Haywood of La Grande, OR step-son David McIlory of Selah; brothers Bill Haywood (Meg) of Athol, ID and Don Haywood (Janice) of Yakima; and six grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents.

Thank you to the staff at Yakima Regional for the care they gave Dan during his illness. Also a special thank you to Dan's sister-in- law, Janice Haywood, for her never-ending support and kindness.

A Memorial service in Dan's honor will be held at 1 p.m., Friday November 5, 2010 at Langevin-Mussetter Funeral Home, 1010 W. Yakima Ave., Yakima, WA.

To share a memory of Dan, visit www.langevin-mussetter.com.

Dan Haywood died 10/26/2010

Another classmate recently died. Thanks, Tom Jameson for keeping me updated.


I remember Dan as being a very kind cute kid. RIP Dan Haywood.

Daniel A. Haywood

Daniel Allen Haywood, 58, of Yakima died Tuesday in Yakima.

Mr. Haywood was a longtime resident of the Yakima Valley. He worked for Weyerhauser as a box maker and in production design.

Survivors include his wife, Cari Haywood of Yakima; two sons, Uriah Whitnall of Yakima and Samuel Whitnall of Portland; two daughters, Bethany Tindall of Yakima and Chelsea Haywood of La Grande, Ore.; a stepson, David McIllroy of Selah; two brothers, Bill Haywood of Athol, Idaho, and Donald Haywood of Yakima; and six grandchildren.

A celebration of life will be at 1 p.m. Friday at Langevin-Mussetter Funeral Home.