Ardella Marie Sanford Obituary (1941

Ardella 'Della' Marie Sanford, 73, of Yakima, passed away Friday, December 12, 2014 at Cottage in the Meadow surrounded by her loving family. Della was born September 29, 1941 in Moxee, WA to Louis and Delia (Riel) Sauve. Della was raised in Moxee and graduated from St. Mary's Academy. She worked 36 years for Highland Fruit Warehouse before illness forced her early retirement. She especially loved her granddaughter Jayden and enjoyed the time spent with her. Her hobbies included gardening, being outdoors, collecting antiques and crafting. Della was an avid faithful Seahawks fan! She truly was the 12th man! Survivors include her daughter, CoCo (Heather) Riel of Yakima and son, Larry (Kathy) Sanford of Jefferson City, TN; grandchildren Jayden Riel and Daniel Dunbar, also a brother Michael Sauve of Grandview and brother-in-law, Dennis Welch of Yakima. She was preceded in death by her parents and a sister, Darlene Welch. Graveside Inurnment Services will be held Wednesday, December 17, 2014 at 12 noon at Holy Rosary Cemetery. The family would like to especially thank the staff at Cottage in the Meadow for their excellent care not only for Della but to the family too. SERVICES Funeral service Wednesday, December 17, 2014 Holy Rosary Cemetery Holy Rosary Rd. Moxee, WA 98936