Richard Joseph Gamache Obituary (2024)

Richard J. Gamache Sr., age 86, passed away on February 24, 2024, in Yakima, Washington. He was born on April 7, 1937, in Yakima, and spent his entire life in the Yakima area. His parents were William and Lucile (Langevin) Gamache. Richard graduated from Marquette High School in 1955. In 1956, he married Patricia Bachmeier, at St. Peter Claver Catholic Church in Wapato. Together they raised five children, Richard (Pam) Gamache Jr., Stephen Gamache, Douglas Gamache, Tamara (Lou) Anderson, Christopher (Emily) Gamache, seven grandchildren, and five great-grandchildren. Richard farmed hops and grapes for over 50 years in the Moxee area. He was a lifetime member of the Catholic Church and Knights of Columbus. He also served for 33 years as a volunteer fireman for the District 4 Fire Department. Richard enjoyed snow skiing, water skiing, and snowmobiling with family and friends. He also looked forward to his morning coffee with his friends. Richard is survived by his wife, Patricia, sons, Richard Jr., Douglas, Christopher, and daughter, Tamara. He is preceded in death by his parents, William and Lucile Gamache, brother, William Gamache Jr., son, Stephen Gamache, and in-laws, Joseph and Lucile Bachmeier. A Funeral Service will be held on Wednesday, March 6, 2024, at 10:00am, at Holy Rosary Catholic Church in Moxee City. A Burial will be at Holy Rosary Cemetery following the service. Brookside Funeral Home is caring for the family. Memories and condolences may be shared at www.brooksidefuneral.com. Visitation Holy Rosary Catholic Church Wednesday, March 6, 2024 9:00 AM 201 N Iler St. Moxee, WA 98936 Mass of Christian Burial Holy Rosary Catholic Church Wednesday, March 6, 2024 10:00 AM 201 N Iler St. Moxee, WA 98936 Graveside Service Holy Rosary Cemetery Wednesday, March 6, 2024 11:30 AM Holy Rosary Road Moxee, WA 98936