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Death Notice: Wayne Douglas Lease, 78, Underwood

Death Notice: Wayne Douglas Lease, 78, Underwood

Wayne Douglas Lease passed away on February 16th, 2025, at his home in Underwood, Washington with family by his side. Wayne was born February 14th, 1947 in The Dalles, Oregon, and was 78 years of age at the time of passing.

Celebration of Life & Reception is planned for 1:00 p.m., Saturday, March 15th, 2025 at Anderson’s Tribute Center (1401 Belmont Avenue, Hood River, Oregon).

Arrangements are under the direction of Gardner Funeral Home (156 NE Church Avenue, White Salmon, Washington). 

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Death Notice: Vera Darlene Erlenbush, 87, Dallesport

Death Notice: Vera Darlene Erlenbush, 87, Dallesport

Vera Darlene Erlenbush, age 87, a resident of Dallesport, WA, passed away at home on February 15, 2025.

Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home is in care of arrangements.

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Death Notice: Ruth Elaine Sargeant, 88, The Dalles

Death Notice: Ruth Elaine Sargeant, 88, The Dalles

Ruth Elaine Sargeant, age 88, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away at a local care facility on February 3, 2025. A Celebration of Life will be held on February 22, 2025, at 11 a.m. at the First Christian Church, 909 Court St., The Dalles, OR.

Spencer, Libby, and Powell Funeral Home is in care of arrangements.

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Death Notice: Cynthia James, 83, The Dalles

Death Notice: Cynthia James, 83, The Dalles

Cynthia James passed away February 8, 2025, at Oregon Veterans Home in The Dalles, Oregon. Cynthia was born on April 18, 1941, and was 83 years of age at the time of passing.  

Arrangements are under the direction of Anderson's Tribute Center • Celilo Chapel 204 E. 4th Street, The Dalles, Oregon 97058.  Visit www.AndersonsTributeCenter.com to leave a note of condolence for the family.

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Death Notice: Maureen “George” Francis Lappen, 84, Maupin

Death Notice: Maureen “George” Francis Lappen, 84, Maupin

Maureen “George” Francis Lappen, age 84, a resident of Maupin, OR, passed away at a care facility on February 9, 2024.

Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.

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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.

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Death Notice: Donna Marie Meengs, 84, The Dalles

Death Notice: Donna Marie Meengs, 84, The Dalles

Donna Marie Meengs passed away January 3rd, 2025 in The Dalles, Oregon. Donna was born September 29th, 1940 and was 84 years of age at the time of her passing.

Arrangements are 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.

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Death Notice: Thomas William Murphy, 61, The Dalles

Thomas William Murphy, age 61, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away on December 13, 2024.

A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home is in care of arrangements.

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Death Notice: Marvin Allen Pohl, 75, The Dalles

Death Notice: Marvin Allen Pohl, 75, The Dalles

Marvin Allen Pohl, age 75, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away December 30,2024.

Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.

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Death Notice: Rick Dale Martinson, 67, The Dalles

Death Notice: Rick Dale Martinson, 67, The Dalles

Rick Dale Martinson, age 67, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away on December 24, 2024. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.

Spencer, Libby and Powell is in care of arrangements.

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Death Notice: Curtis Ray Campbell, 61, The Dalles

Death Notice: Curtis Ray Campbell, 61, The Dalles

Curtis Ray Campbell, age 61, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away on December 28, 2024.

Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home is in care of arrangements.

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Death Notice, Diane Elizebeth Newson, 75, The Dalles

Death Notice, Diane Elizebeth Newson, 75, The Dalles

Diane Elizebeth Newson, age 75, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away on December 28, 2024.

Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home is in care of arrangements.

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Death Notice: Debora Ellen Benson, 69, Wishram

Death Notice: Debora Ellen Benson, 69, Wishram

Debora Ellen Benson, age 69, a resident of Wishram, WA, passed away on December 25, 2024.

Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home is in care of arrangements.

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Death Notice: Ruth Anne Welle, 77, The Dalles

Death Notice: Ruth Anne Welle, 77, The Dalles

Ruth Anne Welle, age 77, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away on December 21, 2024.

Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.

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Death Notice: Allan Vernon Minor, 68, The Dalles

Death Notice: Allan Vernon Minor, 68, The Dalles

Allan Vernon Minor, age 68, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away on December 19, 2024.

Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home is in care of arrangements.

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Death Notice: Daniel Wai Lewis-Hong-Allen, 24, The Dalles

Death Notice: Daniel Wai Lewis-Hong-Allen, 24, The Dalles

Daniel Wai Lewis-Hong-Allen, age 24, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away on December 20, 2024.

A Memorial Service will be held Saturday, December 28, 2024, 10:00 AM at Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home 1100 Kelly Ave, The Dalles, OR 97058. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home is in care of arrangements.


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Death Notice: Margaret Sally Suppah, 92, Simnasho

Death Notice: Margaret Sally Suppah, 92, Simnasho

Margaret Sally Suppah, age 92, a resident of Simnasho, OR, passed away on December 18, 2024.

Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home is in care of arrangements.


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Death Notice: Alice Jean Peterson, 75, Lyle

Death Notice: Alice Jean Peterson, 75, Lyle

Alice Jean Peterson, age 75, a resident of Lyle, WA, passed away on December 18, 2024.

Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home is in care of arrangements.

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Death Notice: Larry Edward Kaseberg, 89, Wasco

Death Notice: Larry Edward Kaseberg, 89, Wasco

Larry Edward Kaseberg, age 89, a resident of Wasco, OR, passed away on December 15, 2024.

Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home is in care of arrangements.


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Death Notice: Lowell Edward Smith, 78, Grass Valley

Death Notice: Lowell Edward Smith, 78, Grass Valley

Lowell Edward Smith, age 78, a resident of Grass Valley, OR, passed away on December 6, 2024. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.

Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home is in care of arrangements.

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