Home > United States of America > Washington > Yakima County > Sunnyside > Lower Valley Memorial Gardens > Gene Leslie Means

Gene Leslie Means

View larger map

Birth	:	29 Nov 1934 Wisner, Cuming County, Nebraska, USA
Death	:	15 Sep 2021 Washington, USA
Burial	:	Lower Valley Memorial Gardens, Sunnyside, Yakima County, USA
Coordinate	:	46.3450012, -120.0117035
Description	:	Gene Leslie Means, 86, of Sunnyside, Washington passed away on September 15, 2021. Grandpa was born on November 29, 1934 in Wisner, Nebraska to the parents of Raymond and Edna (Bloedorn) Means. Grandpa did not graduate from High School but did obtain his GED later on in life. He quit school to help his father with his Construction business building houses. On April 29, 1956 he married the love of his life Maxine Wachter in Hader, Nebraska. Shortly after the two married they joined his family in Sunnyside, Washington where his dad moved his construction business. Grandpa and Grandma... Read More	Gene Leslie Means, 86, of Sunnyside, Washington passed away on September 15, 2021. Grandpa was born on November 29, 1934 in Wisner, Nebraska to the parents of Raymond and Edna (Bloedorn) Means. Grandpa did not graduate from High School but did obtain his GED later on in life. He quit school to help his father with his Construction business building houses. On April 29, 1956 he married the love of his life Maxine Wachter in Hader, Nebraska. Shortly after the two married they joined his family in Sunnyside, Washington where his dad moved his construction business. Grandpa and Grandma were blessed with four boys, Doug, Dave, Rodney, and Todd. In 1965, after his father passed unexpectedly, Grandpa took over the business and continued building and remodeling many homes here in Sunnyside. He retired for about 6 months, then he got bored, and decided to pick up a newspaper route for about 10-15 years for the Yakima Herald Republic. Grandpa was a simple man; he would have lived on Cheerios and Peanut Butter and Jelly Sandwiches if it had not been for Grandma cooking her delicious meals. His hobbies were woodworking, camping when their kids were growing up, playing pinnacle with friends, and setting in his recliner. He was a long-term member of the Calvary Lutheran Church. He loved watching the Seahawks and Mariners. And whenever he was able to, he enjoyed watching his Grandkids and Great Grandkids sporting events. He is survived by his wife of 65 years Maxine Means; Doug (Becky) Means of Olympia, WA; Dave (Lori) Means of Auburn, WA; Rodney Means of Richland, WA; and Todd (Audra) Means of Sunnyside, WA. His grandchildren Bambi (Matt), Janine (Les), and Jacob; Nathan, Bradley, Natalie, Amanda, Landon, and Ryan; Melissa (Josh), and Matt; Kelsea (Jeff) and Shana; and 12 great grandchildren. He is also survived by his siblings Karen May, Derald (Renate) Means, and Melva (Richard) Eubanks, and numerous Nieces and Nephews. He is Preceded in death by his parents Raymond and Edna Means and Brother-in-law Leonard May. Viewing and visitation will be Monday, September 20, 2021, from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm. at Smith Funeral Home, Sunnyside, WA. A Graveside service will be held Tuesday, September 21, 2021, at 11:00 am at Lower Valley Memorial Gardens in Sunnyside, WA.

frequently asked questions (FAQ):

Where is Gene Leslie Means's memorial?
Gene Leslie Means's memorial is located at: Lower Valley Memorial Gardens, Sunnyside, Yakima County, USA.
When did Gene Leslie Means death?
Gene Leslie Means death on 15 Sep 2021 in Washington, USA
Where are the coordinates of the Gene Leslie Means's memorial?
Latitude: 46.3450012
Longitude: -120.0117035

Family Members:

Parent

Edna O. Bloedorn Means

(1917 - 2010)

Flowers:

Nearby Cemetories:

1. Lower Valley Memorial Gardens
Sunnyside, Yakima County, USA
Coordinate: 46.3450012, -120.0117035

2. Holy Trinity Episcopal Close
Sunnyside, Yakima County, USA
Coordinate: 46.3235000, -120.0158500

3. Outlook Cemetery
Yakima, Yakima County, USA
Coordinate: 46.3208008, -120.0811005

4. Grandview Cemetery
Grandview, Yakima County, USA
Coordinate: 46.2658005, -119.8902969

5. Mabton Cemetery
Mabton, Yakima County, USA
Coordinate: 46.2285995, -119.9852982

6. Smohalla Cemetery
Toppenish, Yakima County, USA
Coordinate: 46.3009660, -120.2186250

7. Black Rock Cemetery
Moxee City, Yakima County, USA
Coordinate: 46.5111084, -119.9985962

8. Zillah German Baptist Cemetery
Zillah, Yakima County, USA
Coordinate: 46.4128550, -120.2506400

9. McCoy Cemetery
Toppenish, Yakima County, USA
Coordinate: 46.3835983, -120.2755966

10. Zillah Cemetery
Zillah, Yakima County, USA
Coordinate: 46.4055202, -120.2726072

11. Prosser Pioneer Cemetery
Prosser, Benton County, USA
Coordinate: 46.1947937, -119.8095245

12. Winnier Cemetery
Toppenish, Yakima County, USA
Coordinate: 46.3590060, -120.3192450

13. Elmwood Cemetery
Toppenish, Yakima County, USA
Coordinate: 46.3673830, -120.3334530

14. Prosser Cemetery
Prosser, Benton County, USA
Coordinate: 46.2047539, -119.7541504

15. Glade Cemetery
Yakima County, USA
Coordinate: 46.0778008, -120.0914001

16. Smina Cemetery
Yakima County, USA
Coordinate: 46.2372017, -120.4269028

17. Beaver Cemetery
Yakima County, USA
Coordinate: 46.0993996, -120.2866974

18. Holy Rosary Cemetery
Moxee City, Yakima County, USA
Coordinate: 46.5531006, -120.3585968

19. Holland Cemetery
Moxee City, Yakima County, USA
Coordinate: 46.5766983, -120.3861008

20. Meninick Cemetery
Yakima County, USA
Coordinate: 46.1981010, -120.4741974

21. Evergreen Cemetery
Benton City, Benton County, USA
Coordinate: 46.2867012, -119.4938965

22. Union Gap Cemetery
Yakima County, USA
Coordinate: 46.5209084, -120.4850998

23. Reservation Community Memorial Park
Wapato, Yakima County, USA
Coordinate: 46.4484291, -120.5375519

24. Toweatmy Cemetery
Toppenish, Yakima County, USA
Coordinate: 46.1794014, -120.5056000