Martha Yallup Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Dr. Martha B. Mann Yallup Martha completed her life’s journey on the morning of July 8, 2022. Martha was born to Jacob J. SR. and Ellen K. Mann on January 18, 1942. Her paternal grandparents were Moses and Ella Mann, her maternal grandparents were James and Julia Kash Kash. She was a proud and dedicated member of the Confederated Tribes and Bands of the Yakama Nation and a member of the Disciples of Christ Church. Martha lived in Medicine Valley and attended White Swan schools through the ninth grade. Then she was sent to private school in Midway, Kentucky, in the heart of the bluegrass area. After two years, she returned to White Swan and graduated in 1960. In 1968, she earned a BA degree in Education from Central Washington State College, 1978 an MA degree in Education from Fort Wright College in Spokane, WA, and in 1988 a Doctorate in Education Leadership from Seattle University. In 1971, she began working for her people of the Yakama Nation. She was the Head Start Director, promoted to Education Director/Chief School Administrator for the Yakama Nation Tribal School. Later, Martha was hired as the Deputy Director of Human Services. As a founding member of Heritage University, in 1995 Dr. Yallup was interviewed by Katie Couric of NBC News. She was featured in Lands End Christmas catalog and Parade Magazine. She was also included in the book, “Women Educators in the United States 1920 to 1993”. Washington State Centennial featured her in the book “100 years: 100 Women, Yakima County”. In 1992, she was a delegate to the White House Conference on Indian Education. She was honored for her outstanding contributions to the following: National Indian Health Board, Midway College, Alumna, Seattle University, Women’s University Club of Seattle. Dr. Yallup, was an esteemed educator and served on the following boards: Haskell Junior College, Board of Regents, in Lawrence, Kansas, American Indian Graduate Center, in Albuquerque, NM, and Native American Center of Excellence Advisory Committee to the School of Medicine, University of Washington, in Seattle, Washington. Martha enjoyed traveling, golfing, sewing, reading, writing, and supporting Veterans’ activities. She was a member of the Yakima American Legion Auxiliary Post 36, and Toppenish Eagles Auxiliary. She and Bill traveled extensively to Mexico, Hawaii, Canada, New Zealand, Japan, South Korea, and the Bahamas. Preceding Martha in death was her best friend and loving husband of 46 years, William F. Yallup SR., her parents and grandparents, baby brother Mann, brothers James, Jacob, JR., and David Mann, and sisters Ollie Mann Olsson and Catherine Mann Sampson. Survivors include sister, Julia Mann Hill. Martha’s nieces and nephews and their families were very special to her, especially her grandson, Audie. She believed in the Tao saying, “The Journey is the reward”. She was graciously rewarded by the Creator’s special blessings to achieve her numerous accomplishments!! Martha felt strongly about continuing education after being at Pinkerton High School for 10th and 11th grade. Her dad sent Martha to Kentucky so Julia would not be alone. After Julia graduated, they both came home. She excelled at White Swan High School. Many did not know after Martha graduated high school she married Bill, and she knew she wanted higher learning. She fished on the Klickitat River, Upper Falls, where she lived in a pup tent with her dog. After graduation she did student teaching at Yakima Valley schools. For several years she and Bill traveled to see each other throughout their marriage due to work commitments. Bill worked for Governor Dan Evans for two years. Martha & Bill took custody of their five nieces and nephews and cared for them for five years. During the past six months, sister Julia, and niece Sydney took care of Martha, visiting her at the nursing home and began caring for her at home on June 8, 2022. We would like to thank Donna Bob, Sharon Hill, Cinder DeMontiney, Bonnie Labbee, and Bertha Ortega for all their help and mental support. Thank you to Colonial Funeral Home and Sunnyside Hospital Heartlinks Hospice program for their professional help and support. Special Blessing to Reverend Steve Huey and Dr. Kathleen Ross for their time and devotion. Graveside Service will be officiated by Reverend Steve Huey at Reservation Cemetery, 5161 West Wapato, Wapato, Washington. Deland Olney will sing a song at the cemetery. To follow, Celebration of Martha’s life will be at The Fireside Room at Heritage University, 3240 Fort Road, Toppenish, Washington. NOTE: Due to Covid, please wear face masks. There will be no hugging and handshaking with the family for everyone’s protection.

Martha Yallup

January 18, 1942 - July 8, 2022

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