Death Notice: Michael Gary LaCroix, 39, The Dalles
Death Notice: Michael Gary LaCroix, 39, The Dalles
Michael Gary LaCroix, age 39, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away at a local hospital on December 31, 2024.
Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home is in care of arrangements.
Death Notice:Teri Shane Wiles, 65, The Dalles
Death Notice:Teri Shane Wiles, 65, The Dalles
Teri Shane Wiles, age 65, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away at a local care facility on February 2, 2025.
Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home is in care of arrangements.
Death Notice: Raleigh “Brad” Bradford O’Blenes, 82, The Dalles
Death Notice: Raleigh “Brad” Bradford O’Blenes, 82, The Dalles
Raleigh “Brad” Bradford O’Blenes, age 82, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away at home on February 2, 2025.
Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.
Obituary: Lawrence E. Wilber, 90, The Dalles
Obituary: Lawrence E. Wilber, 90, The Dalles
Lawrence E. Wilber passed away on January 31, 2025, at the Oregon Veterans Home in The Dalles, OR. He was born on June 11, 1934, in Laona, WI to Gert & Skinny Wilber. They moved to Goldendale, WA in 1950. After graduating High School in 1952, he enlisted in the Air Force. Several months later, he was diagnosed with diabetes and received a medical discharge. Afterward, he returned to Goldendale and married his high school sweetheart, Ruth Layman, on June 11, 1955 and they enjoyed 69 wonderful years together. They had one son, Phillip James.
In 1958 they moved to The Dalles, OR where Larry worked for Bill Maxfield selling automotive parts, then later drove a Richfield gas truck for Herb Miller delivering gas and diesel all over Wasco County. In 1970, he opened Larry's Ninth Street Shell Station. He retired in 1995 and then moved to Dallesport, WA. Larry was a friend to all and enjoyed his family and friends, especially his two grandsons. He also enjoyed bowling, woodworking, and sports, especially the Seattle Mariners, his church, and was a proud member of The Knights of Columbus, serving as Grand Knight from 1969 to 1971.
He is survived by his loving family, including his wife Ruth, son Phillip and his wife Kim of Milwaukie, OR, grandsons Zachary of Milwaukie, OR, Jackson and his wife Miranda of Vancouver WA, his brother Lyle and his wife Cindy Wilber of Ellensburg WA, sister in law Alice Wilber, and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother Leonard Wilber.
There will be a Rosary held at 10:30 am followed by Mass of Christian Burial at St. Peter's Catholic Church at 11:00 am on Wednesday, February 5, 2025, with Father Rene Labrador officiating. The interment will be at St. Peter's Parish Center Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Diabetes Foundation or to St. Peter's Catholic Church.
Spencer, Libby, and Powell Funeral Home will be in charge of arrangements.
Death Notice: Larry Wayne Metzker, 77, Arlington, Ore.
Death Notice: Larry Wayne Metzker, 77, Arlington, Ore.
Larry Wayne Metzker, age 77, a resident of Arlington, OR, passed away at a local care facility on January 28, 2025.
Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home is in care of arrangements.
Obituary: Cheryl Denise Tucker, 66, The Dalles
After graduation she moved back to The Dalles, OR, where she worked at MCMC in the Home Health Office. Cheryl loved living in The Dalles where she watched her kids grow, get married, and have kids of their own. She moved back to Prineville in 2013.
Cheryl Carter passed away in her home in The Dalles, OR, on January 27, 2025.
Cheryl Denise Tucker was born October 12, 1958, to Tommy Ladon Tucker and Esther Caroline (Hill) Tucker in Medford, OR. She was the third of four children. The Tucker Family moved to Prineville, OR in 1962. Cheryl attended school in Prineville until she graduated Crook County High School in 1977.
Cheryl moved to The Dalles in 1980. She met Dana Carter in 1981 and married in May of 1984. They welcomed their first born Denissa Carter (Rouse) in November of 1984. Later they move to Troutdale where they welcomed their two sons, Ross Carter in March of 1988 and Logan Carter in November of 1989. They moved to Terrebone in 1992. In 1998, Cheryl and Dana divorced and Cheryl and the kids moved back home to Prineville, OR.
In 2001, Cheryl received her Associates Degree in Medical Billing and Coding from Central Oregon Community College in Bend, OR. After graduation she moved back to The Dalles, OR, where she worked at MCMC in the Home Health Office. Cheryl loved living in The Dalles where she watched her kids grow, get married, and have kids of their own. She moved back to Prineville in 2013.
Her pride and joy were her 10 grandkids; David Rouse, Delanee Rouse, Delila Rouse, Kelly Carter, Daisy Rouse, Elizabeth Carter, Jase Carter, Nahla Carter, and twin boys Evan and Emmett Carter. When Cheryl wasn’t spending time with her kids or grandkids she loved gardening, camping, fishing, and a good fire. After many health issues, Cheryl ended up moving back to The Dalles, OR, with her son Logan.
She is preceded in death by her mother, Esther (Hill) Tucker; sister, Ladonna Tucker; brother, Gary Tucker; and nephew, Thomas Tucker. She leaves behind her daughter, Denissa (Dave) Rouse of Prineville, OR; son, Ross (Kristine) Carter of Condon, OR; son, Logan (Monica) Carter of the The Dalles, OR; and her 10 grandkids listed above. Her brother, Wes (Margaret) Tucker and Neice, Tavya Tucker all of Madras, OR.
Services for Cheryl will be held at the Juniper Canyon Baptist Church, 9180 SE Juniper Canyon Rd., Prineville, OR, on February 7, 2025, at 1pm. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.
Death Notice: George “Mike” Michael Grossmiller, 85, The Dalles
Death Notice: George “Mike” Michael Grossmiller, 85, The Dalles
George “Mike” Michael Grossmiller, age 85, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away at home on January 27, 2025.
Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home is in care of arrangements.
Death Notice: Lonny Dale McLaren, 70, The Dalles
Death Notice: Lonny Dale McLaren, 70, The Dalles
Lonny Dale McLaren, age 70, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away on January 18, 2025.
Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home is in care of arrangements.
Death Notice: Donald Roy Reckmann, 68, Maupin
Death Notice: Donald Roy Reckmann, 68, Maupin
Donald Roy Reckmann, age 68, a resident of Maupin, OR, passed away on January 17, 2025. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.
Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home is in care of arrangements.
Death Notice: Diane Virginia Cazalet, 81, Lyle
Death Notice: Diane Virginia Cazalet, 81, Lyle
Diane Virginia Cazalet, age 81, a resident of Lyle, WA, passed away on January 15, 2025.
Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home is in care of arrangements.
Death Notice: Cleora Janet Hampton, 85, The Dalles
Death Notice: Cleora Janet Hampton, 85, The Dalles
Cleora Janet Hampton, age 85, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away on January 17, 2025.
Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home is in care of arrangements.
Death Notice: William Thurlow McCloud, 93, The Dalles
Death Notice: William Thurlow McCloud, 93, The Dalles
William Thurlow McCloud, age 93, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away on January 5, 2025.
A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home is in care of arrangements.
Death Notice: John Oscar Englund, 76, The Dalles
Death Notice: John Oscar Englund, 76, The Dalles
John Oscar Englund, age 76, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away on November 17, 2024.
Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home is in care of arrangements.
Death Notice: Robert Thomas Gardner, 88, The Dalles
Death Notice: Robert Thomas Gardner, 88, The Dalles
Robert Thomas Gardner, age 88, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away on January 10, 2025.
Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home is in care of arrangements.
Death Notice: Grinnell Benn Fosnaugh, 92, Wasco
Death Notice: Grinnell Benn Fosnaugh, 92, Wasco
Grinnell Benn Fosnaugh, age 92, a resident of Wasco, OR, passed away on January 15, 2025.
Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home is in care of arrangements.
Death Notice: John-Mark Augustine Gilhousen, 73, The Dalles
Death Notice: John-Mark Augustine Gilhousen, 73, The Dalles
John-Mark Augustine Gilhousen, age 73, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away on December 19, 2024.
A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home is in care of arrangements.
Death Notice: Charles Raymond Key Jr, 78, North Portland
Death Notice: Charles Raymond Key Jr, 78, North Portland
Charles Raymond Key Jr, age 78, a resident of North Portland, OR, passed away on January 7, 2025.
Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home is in care of arrangements.
Death Notice: Betsy Ann Johnson, 89, The Dalles
Death Notice: Betsy Ann Johnson, 89, The Dalles
Betsy Ann Johnson, age 89, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away on January 13, 2025.
A Memorial Service has been planned at The Dalles First United Methodist Church on February 8, 2025, at 1:30 PM. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.
Death Notice: Harley Junior Gordineer, 90, The Dalles
Death Notice: Harley Junior Gordineer, 90, The Dalles
Harley Junior Gordineer, age 90, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away on January 12, 2025.
Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home is in care of arrangements.
Death Notice: Bonnie June Cease, 87, Hood River
Death Notice: Bonnie June Cease, 87, Hood River
Bonnie June Cease passed away January 11th, 2025 at her home surrounded by family in Hood River, Oregon. Bonnie was born June 3rd, 1937 and was 87 years of age at the time of passing.
Services are pending with arrangements under the direction of Anderson's Tribute Center • 1401 Belmont Avenue, Hood River, Oregon 97031. Visit www.AndersonsTributeCenter.com to leave a note of condolence for the family.
