Bert Liebholz Obituary (2025)

Bert Theodore Liebholz, age 82, passed away March 19, 2025. He was born in Yakima on August 4, 1942 to Theodore and Anna Liebholz. He attended Wide Hollow Grade School and graduated from West Valley High School in 1960 and attended Central Washington University. After high school Bert and a friend spent a wonderful two months touring Europe. He also enjoyed many horseback trips in Washington as well as a two week trip into Canada. Bert's father was a farmer, contractor and property developer. After learning the building trade working with his father, he founded his own business, Liebholz Construction, in 1965. He felt blessed to have been able to work in a business he loved for 55 years. Bert appreciated the many subcontractors and material suppliers who gave him excellent service over the years and, in his words, made him look good. In May 1969 Bert married a special lady, Sally Cates, and the two of them began a long and loving partnership. With Bert's construction expertise and Sally's artistic talents, they worked together in the construction and remodeling of many homes in Yakima. Bert was a man of faith and was raised in the Lutheran Church and attended the Presbyterian church as an adult. Bert wrote this message, "To all my friends and loved ones for having been so much of my life, thank you. This is not goodbye but till we meet again in heaven." Bert is survived by his wife and best friend, Sally, and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and sister, Dorothy Ross. At Bert's request, no services will be held. Memorials may be made to Trailseekers, Pegasus Project or Grace of Christ Free Camp for children. Brookside Funeral Home is caring for the family. Memories and condolences may be shared at: www.brooksidefuneral.com