Josephine Garcia Nunez, 98 years old, passed away on July 16, 2023, in Elma, Washington. She was born in Bisbee, Arizona. She was the daughter of David and Nellie Garcia.

She was a wonderful Mother and devoted to her children. She was a cook in several restaurants in Bisbee. She was well known for her delicious pies. She loved gardening, writing and studying the Bible.

She relocated to McCleary, Washington in 1981. She was a member of The Assembly of God Church in McCleary where she served faithfully for several years. She was honored for the clothing bank she set up in McCleary. Numerous people were blessed by her ministry of giving. She was a prayer warrior and a servant to all. Her love for Christ compelled her to care for the people of McCleary.

She is survived by her children: Raymond Nunez, Monica (Harvey) Sterkenburg, Barbara (Jerry) Morton, Christina (Javier) Verdugo and Terri (Rick) Warner; 17 grandchildren; 30 great-grandchildren; and 8 great-great grandchildren.

She is preceded in death by her son Rueben Nunez, her daughter In-law, Alice Nunez and grandson Richie Nunez.

A celebration of life will be held on Sunday, Aug. 6, 2023, at 3 p.m. located at the McCleary Rock Harbor Church, 208 W. Pine Street, McCleary, Washington. If you wish to leave a memory or note of condolence for the family, please visit www.fernhillfuneral.com. Arrangements have been entrusted to Twibell’s Fern Hill Funeral Home in Aberdeen, Washington.