Isaias S. Almanza, known to everyone as Charlie, 67, passed away January 1, 2008 in Kennewick, Washington. Isaias was born July 6, 1940 in Edinburg, Texas to Rito and Porfiria Santoy Almanza and spent his early years in Texas. He served in the U.S. Army for 2 years. Following his military service, he made his home in Mt. Vernon, Washington. He moved to the Tri-Cities in 1969 and owned & operated Los Amigos Tavern in Pasco. He had a true passion for teaching young people to play baseball and enjoyed seeing them grow & progress in life. He is survived by his five children: Roel, Noel, Melinda, Joel and Chris; sister Oralia Torres; and several grandchildren. Visitation for family and friends will be Friday, January 4, 2008, 9am ? 7pm, at Mueller?s Tri-Cities Funeral Home, 1401 S. Union Street in Kennewick.