Hannah Joyce Ungricht (Childers) was peacefully called home on May 17, 2025, after a long and faithful battle with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS).

She was born in Eureka, California on May 17, 1983, to Chuck and Sherry Childers. Hannah was creative and social throughout her childhood. She loved reading, being outside, and spending time with her family. Hannah attended Eureka High School, graduating in 2001. She played tuba in the high school band and enjoyed adding panache to the instrument. Hannah appreciated the beauty of Northern California, the Redwoods, and the gorgeous ocean views.

Hannah’s love was people. She made friends wherever she went. In high school she loved visiting the older folks in her ward and her neighborhood. Her experiences in life created many opportunities for her to be among people who were hurting or lonely. She frequently shared the humor of stressful and hard situations, while also acknowledging the challenges. Oftentimes, even when she was hurting and feeling alone, she found joy in spreading the happiness and peace of her hope in her Savior, Jesus Christ. She was many times the one to point out that this life is not the end. She testified repeatedly of her faith that everything would work out according to the plan of our loving Heavenly Father.

Hannah has been a faithful member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints all her life. She loved serving with the young women and has eternal friendships from that service.

Hannah’s greatest desire in her life was to be a wife and mom. In February of 2002 that dream began to be a reality when she met Brandon Ungricht at the LDS Business College (now Ensign College) in Salt Lake City, Utah. They hit it off immediately and were married July 20th of that same year. Brandon and Hannah have always been best friends and loved doing everything together. Their dream of being parents was slow in being realized. After many doctor visits, prayers and decisions, they started their adoption journey. After several years, Lilly joined their family and then Titan. Hannah’s little family was the world to her. She always spent as much time as possible with them, from everyday walks in the park, to adventures to Disneyland, and a wonderful Disney cruise to Alaska provided by Tossin’ Away ALS–a memory that will never be forgotten. Even before Hannah’s ALS diagnosis, Brandon and Hannah were intentional in treasuring the memories they created with their kids. Hannah’s family meant everything to her. She loved being a wife, a mom, a daughter, a sister, and an aunt!

She was proud of her accomplishment in graduating from Brigham Young University – Idaho with a Bachelor’s Degree in Graphic Design. She was the graphic designer for Book of Mormon Stories for Young Readers as well as numerous other print publications.

She also loves oxen – particularly Scottish Highland Oxen.

Hannah’s six-year battle with ALS is documented in her blog “Hannah’s ALS Journey”. https://m.facebook.com/hannahsalsjourney/ She connected with new and old friends around the world and was honest and candid about her pain, sadness, faith and hope throughout the devastating journey.

Hannah is survived by her parents, Chuck and Sherry Childers; her husband, Brandon Ungricht; their children, Lilly and Titan; her siblings: Charles (Jody), Jean (Ken), Christopher (Jennifer), Jared (Denee), Jamie (Amanda); Brandon’s parents Jim and Carolyn and his brother and sister John and Aimee; as well as numerous beloved cousins, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Hannah and her family are grateful for those family and friends who donated so generously during her illness. Donations and care were abundant. Donated funds paid for a wheelchair-accessible van and other needed equipment. Hundreds of hours were spent assisting Hannah with everyday care and in loving and supporting her children. Many meals were delivered, and a bathroom was remodeled for wheelchair accessibility. We can never thank you enough.

In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to her children’s education fund at http://venmo.com/brandonungricht or to Tossin’ Away ALS–a memory-making program for ALS families. www.tossinawayals.com

A viewing will be held Wednesday, May 21, 2025, at the Event Center at Sunset Gardens, 915 Bypass Highway, Richland, WA from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m.

A final viewing and funeral will be held Thursday, May 22, 2025, at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 895 Gage Blvd, Richland, WA. Viewing from 9:00 a.m. until 9:45. Funeral begins at 10:00 a.m. The Funeral Service will be available via zoom for those unable to attend in person at https://zoom.us/j/92121021912