Janice Darlene PENDLETON Obituary (2025)

Janice Darlene Pendleton, age 70, passed away peacefully on March 24, 2025, in Yakima, WA after a courageous five-year battle with cancer. She was born in Yakima, WA on February 28, 1955 to Willard and Mary Pendleton. Janice attended McKinley Elementary School, Frankin Middle School, and graduated from Naches High School in 1973. She was a devoted mother to Lacey and her son in law Francisco Bueno, cherished grandmother to Makayla, Andrea, Isaac, and Christian, and a proud nana to Matteo. She was also a loving sister to Michael Pendleton, Phyllis Allaire, and Marta Pendleton, and a beloved aunt to many nieces and nephews. Janice was known for her strength, warm heart, and wonderful sense of humor. She loved spending time with her family and friends, especially playing card games, having lunch dates, and creating lasting memories. Janice also had a passion for cooking, baking, and enjoyed nature. She especially loved watching bluebirds. She cherished her dogs Lilli and Vinny. A Viewing will be held on Wednesday, April 2, 2025 from 4:00pm-7:00pm at Shaw & Sons Funeral Home (201 N. 2nd St, Yakima, WA 98901). The Funeral Service will take place on Thursday, April 3, 2025. We will be meeting at Terrace Heights Memorial Park for the burial at 9:00am which will be followed by the church service beginning at 10:00am with a reception to follow. The church service and reception will be held at Bethlehem Lutheran Church (801 Tieton Dr, Yakima, A 98902). Janice will be remembered for her unwavering love, incredible strength and the many cherished memories she had created with everyone.