Gertrude James, age 96, Passed away in Centralia on February 1, 2016. She was born in Chehalis on October 15, 1919 to Joseph and Anna Walch. She is preceded in death by four brothers; William, Edward, Fredrick and George, and three sisters; Josephine, Louise and Anna. Gertrude is survived by sons Fredrick (Laura), Donald, Patrick (Shirley) and James (Bonita) and daughter Barbara (Charles), seven grandchildren and five great grandchildren. A viewing will be held at Newell-Hoerlings on February 8, 2016 at 1pm and a graveside service will be held at Claquato Cemetery on February 9, 2016 at 1pm.