Tony Cardenas
September 3, 1924 - December 9, 2017
Tony Cardenas, 93, passed away December 9 in Redmond, WA. He was born in Hansen, Idaho and his family settled in the lower Yakima valley where he farmed for many years. Tony was married to Carmen Diaz and raised 9 children. Tony retired as a Parks Supervisor with the City of Moses Lake. Our loving father was a lifelong learner and encouraged all of his children to pursue an education. He was a devout Catholic and a very generous warm person. He was a great teacher to his children and enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He will be deeply missed. He is survived by son, Antonio Cardenas, Jr. (Christina); daughters: Abigail Tijerina (Lonnie), Teresa Chavez (Cesar), Rosalia McDonnell (John), Patricia Romero (Salvador), Isabel Wilder (Hugh), Maria Benson (Greg, ); daughter-in-law Cindy Cardenas; 25 grandchildren, 30 great-grandchildren; two sisters: Lucy Lucero and Lola Johnson and many extended relatives. He was preceded in death by his wife Carmen and sons Gabriel and David. Services will be held at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church in Moses Lake, WA on Friday, December 15: Viewing 9:30 am, Rosary 10:30 am, Mass 11:00 am. Burial to follow at Pioneer Memorial Gardens.
Tony Cardenas, 93, passed away December 9 in Redmond, WA. He was born in Hansen, Idaho and his family settled in the lower Yakima valley where he farmed for many years. Tony was married to Carmen Diaz and raised 9 children. Tony retired as... View Obituary & Service Information