Death Notice: Laurence “Dino” Arcuri, 84, The Dalles

Laurence “Dino” Arcuri, age 84, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away on November 28, 2024.

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

Death Notices: Allen Brent Van Gilder, 47, Rufus; Marilyn K Daggett, 88, The Dalles

Allen Brent Van Gilder age 47, a resident of Rufus, OR, passed away on November 24, 2024. A viewing will be held December 6, 2024, from 1 pm to 2 pm at Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home, 1100 Kelly Ave, The Dalles, OR. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home is in care of arrangements.

Marilyn K Daggett age 88, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away on November 20, 2024. A Celebration of Life will be held December 14, 2024, at 2 PM in the Fireside Room at the Civic Auditorium, 323 E 4th St, The Dalles, OR. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home is in care of arrangements.

Death Notice: Michael Harold Palmer, 68, The Dalles

Michael Harold Palmer, age 68, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away on November 18, 2024. A Viewing will be held Wednesday, November 27, 2024, from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. at Spencer, Libby, and Powell Funeral Home, 1100 Kelly Ave, The Dalles, OR.

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

Death Notice: Earl LeRoy Helmer, 69, The Dalles

Earl LeRoy Helmer, age 69, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away on November 21, 2024.

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

Death Notice: John William Shearer, 98, The Dalles

John William Shearer, age 98, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away on November 9, 2024.

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

Death Notice: George Donald Van De Vanter, 95, Lyle

George Donald Van De Vanter, age 95, a resident of Lyle, WA, passed away on November 2, 2024.

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

Death Notice: Robin Lee Faulkner, 74, Condon

Robin Lee Faulkner N7GSU, age 74, a resident of Condon, OR, passed away on October 24, 2024.

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

N7GSU is Robin’s call sign as he was an active amateur radio emergency communications member

Obituary: Wesley Quinten Stuck, 71, The Dalles

Wesley Quinten Stuck of The Dalles, Oregon passed away peacefully on Oct. 25, 2024, at his home with his wife by his side.

Wes was born on Sept. 28, 1953, to Ron and Carla Stuck in Hillsboro, Oregon. He spent his younger years in Gales Creek before moving to the Klamath Falls area. He graduated from Lost River High School in 1971.

After high school, he joined the military serving 6 years in the Air Force Reserves. He moved and settled in The Dalles in 1989. Wes spent his working years as a mechanic and specializing as a Diesel Mechanic. He owned and operated Wes’s Automotive which he loved. Wes worked for CH Urness for 23 years until retirement.

Wes loved his wife, kids and grandkids more than anything else. Sitting on his back deck with friends.

He loved listening to music and being outdoors, fishing, hunting and shooting guns.

Wes is survived by his wife Janie, sons Chris (Charlotte), Steve (Jessie), Wesley (Lisa), Jeremiah (Rachel), stepdaughters Shannon, Kassie, and Loren (Josh), 17 grandchildren, brother Mike Stuck and two nieces. Wes was preceded in death by his parents Ron Stuck and Carla Bartell, brother Steven Stuck, and stepson Joshua Parke.

A memorial service will be held Nov, 2 at 1 p.m. at Spencer, Libby and Powell in The Dalles, Oregon.

Death Notice: Donald Francis Wimme, 80, Maupin

Donald Francis Wimmer, age 80, a resident of Maupin, OR, passed away on October 17, 2024.

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

Death Notice: Kathleen, Grace Wickman, 69, Klickitat

Kathleen Grace Wickman, age 69, a resident of Klickitat, WA, passed away on October 18, 2024.

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

Death Notice: Jonathan Rose, 99, Hood River

Jonathan Rose passed away on October 16th, 2024 in Hood River, Oregon. Jonathan was born on August 15th, 1925, and was 99 years of age at the time of 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.

Obituary: Diane Rosalie (Monagan) Bungum, 79, The Dalles

Diane Rosalie (Monagan) Bungum was born August 25, 1945, in rural central New York, near the city of Cortland. Her parents were Clifford and Elinor Monagan, both lifetime employees of the Smith-Corona Typewriter factory in nearby Groton, N.Y. Diane and her older sister and younger brother grew up on a pre-Civil War 56-acre farm where over the years they kept a few horses, cows, pigs, ducks and chickens, as well as the usual dogs and cats. It was a rural life in dairy country, a life she dearly loved, and missed when she left it for college.

She attended the State University of New York in Albany for a couple of years, then joined VISTA and moved to western Oregon in 1965, where she worked with migrant worker families. After that she had various
short-term jobs in the Portland area, including several as a waitress.
She met and married Richard Humphrey there and they had a son, Aiden, before they were divorced. She completed her B.A. degree in English from the University of Oregon in 1973.

That year she met Steve Bungum, a former high school English teacher; they married in Eugene in 1974 and moved to The Dalles the next day, where her husband worked for the next 28 years as Library Media
Specialist at The Dalles High School. Their son Peter was added to the family in 1977. Before the office closed, she worked for several years at Oregon Legal Services (legal aid). That was followed by several
years at the local Community Action Program and at the Center for Living, where she was employed until her retirement in 2002.

Diane was a kind-hearted, hard-working person who could empathize with others, especially those whose life was difficult. She was beloved of many of the developmentally disabled adults she assisted over the years, and enjoyed attending parties and dances with these folks, put on by the ARC of Oregon. She was an avid life-long reader, regularly coming home with a large pile of books from the public library, a
habit she continued long after being diagnosed with dementia around 2020. Diane also loved to travel, and made trips back to see her folks in the home she grew up in, in central N.Y., sometimes with her husband, sometimes alone. Together they visited many relatives, most of whom in the Midwest and East. She also often indulged her husband's love of camping and photographing around Oregon and the West, and also enjoyed travel offering more comfy sleeping arrangements, like hotels, motels, and B & B's!

Diane always liked to be busy doing something, like walking, hiking gardening, cooking and reading. She really liked to watch a good movie in the evening, especially with popcorn! She was very proud of Aiden
and Peter, both of whom have advanced degrees, and loved them dearly, and her eight wonderful grandchildren, who loved their Grandma Diane, and several of whom stepped up to help her as her disease progressed. She was moved to a care facility in Eugene in early July, where, after suffering many difficult times, she passed away on September 29th.

Basically, Diane was a sweet, loving, understanding (usually!) and kind human being, doing her best to be a life-enhancer for others. She will be dearly missed.

Diane is survived by her husband Steve, sons Aiden and Peter, and grandchildren Isaac, Johnpaul, Joseph, Lillian, Evan, Jeremy, Runa and Haakon. No funeral is planned. Remembrances can be made to the ARC of
Oregon, Hospice of the Gorge, and Wasco County Humane Society.

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

Death Notice: Mary Elizabeth Bales, 96, The Dalles

Mary Elizabeth Bales, age 96, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away on October 11, 20024.

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

Death Notice: Marvin West Meyers, 85, Moro

Marvin West Meyers, age 85, a resident of Moro, OR, passed away on October 5, 2024.

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

Obituary: Martha (Marty) Goff, 99, The Dalles

Martha (Marty) Goff

Martha (Marty) Goff of The Dalles, Oregon, died September 14, 2024 from aspiration pneumonia at the age of 99.75 years. She clearly did not “go gentle into that good night.” (Thomas, 1948)

Marty was born on December 22, 1922 in Washington, DC to Joseph Anthony and Clara Katherine Dreszler.  She was the sixth of 7 siblings in a military family. Marty had many stories of her childhood growing up on Army bases which she enjoyed sharing. The family transferred to a new military base every other year. She started school in Louisiana and graduated in Maine. Attending schools in 5 States with differing curricula was academically challenging for Marty. There were times when she had to stay after school for tutoring in order to catch up.  Math was especially demanding and she credited her sister, Helen, for her success. It seems big sister managed to share answers on math exams!  Her  problems in school led to a lifelong admiration for students who made the honor roll,  as well as support for teachers and education.

As a young teen, Marty’s favorite military base was in Hawaii, Schofield Barracks.  Marty enjoyed recalling her escape from the base to climb Sacrifice Mountain. Upon successfully reaching the top, she removed her shoes and sat down to enjoy the tropical flowers, birds and the view. However,  Marty was unable to get her shoes back on her swollen, blistered feet for the trip back! Just in time, MPs to the rescue! In another story, a move took the family through the Panama Canal, and Marty managed to get poison oak, itching from San Francisco to New York City! 

Like three of her sisters, Marty became a war bride in 1944, marrying Cpl. James C. Goff in Stockton CA.  After finishing his education, they settled in The Dalles, where Marty was a proud resident for 74 years. She raised four children and volunteered at St Mary’s Academy after her youngest child started school.  

Marty loved singing, reading and baking, but her passions were gardening and sewing. Neighbors called her backyard an oasis or the garden of paradise, filled with small fruits, flowers, vegetables and fruit trees.  Marty could grow anything.

She loved following fashions and could replicate, without a pattern, any dress she saw in a magazine or on TV.  One daughter, as a teenager, wasn’t impressed when Marty sent her off to school in a miniskirt soon after Twiggy popularized it on runaways.  It was not an age one liked to stand out!  Marty was thrilled when her only granddaughter turned out to also be an excellent seamstress. 

She also loved decorating for and celebrating holidays. Marty joined her children cutting out construction paper witches, ghosts, bats and pumpkins for Halloween, decorating cut out cookies for Christmas and coloring Easter eggs.  This love of holidays carried over to keep her connected to far away grandchildren who were thrilled to receive thoughtfully packed “Grannie surprise packages” every holiday.  

When grandchildren were born locally, Marty was delighted.  Throughout her 60s and 70s, she babysat them, enabling her daughter to continue a job she loved.  Education still being a priority for Marty, she returned to St Mary’s as a volunteer during her grandkids’ elementary years. The parents she met then still talk about how delightful and hard-working she was as well as dedicated to the school and her grandkids, taking them out after school for treats and their other activities and on summer weekends, helping out at their events. 

Marty was always kind and uncomplaining. No matter who her kids dragged home, they were made to feel welcome.   One of Marty’s nurses recently commented on Marty being the nicest patient she had ever had. 

The family wishes to express their sincere gratitude to the staff at The Dalles Health and Rehabilitation for surrounding Marty with patience, kindness, and loving care in her final chapter of life. 

Marty is survived by her children, Stacy Alan Goff (Rose Johnston), Teresa Ann Goff-Lindsay (Jan Beks), Mary Jo Larsen (Harry), Stephen James Goff; her  grandchildren,  Camden Lindsay, Richard Larsen (Amanda), Stephanie Bowen (Austin); her great-grandchildren, Finley, Emmerson and Nash Larsen, and Cassidy and Blair Bowen; and her nieces, Suzanne Macri Pilolla, Ann Denart, Megan Garvey, Valerie Macri. 

She was predeceased by her husband, James C Goff; her first born grandchild, Dylan B Lindsay; and her siblings, Mary Vetters, Josephine Brunofsky, Joseph Dressler, Kathy Ashwood, Helen Lally and Fran Macri.

Father Rene will hold a graveside service at 2pm, Oct 11, 2024 at St Peter's Cemetery, The Dalles.

Teresa Goff-Lindsay and her husband welcome interested parties to an open reception following the service until 8 pm. Come and share memories of Marty. For more information email her at MarthaGoff0924@gmail.com

In lieu of flowers, donations to St Peter’s Church would warm Marty’s heart, if you are so inclined.

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

Death Notice: Barbara Ann Fridley, 96, Goldendale

Barbara Ann Fridley, age 96, a resident of Goldendale, WA, passed away on October 1, 2024.

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

Death Notice: Iva Jean Barlow, 91, Tygh Valley

Iva Jean Barlow, age 91, a resident of Tygh Valley, OR, passed away on September 29, 2024.

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

Death Notice: Idasari Y Carabantes, 6, The Dalles

Idasari Y Carabantes, de 6 años, residente de The Dalles, Oregón, falleció el 29 de septiembre de 2024. El velatorio se llevará a cabo el viernes 4 de octubre de 10 a.m. a 1 p.m. en la funeraria Spencer, Libby and Powell en The Dalles, seguido de un servicio junto a la tumba en la ceremonia católica de San Pedro a las 2 p.m. en The Dalles. En memoria del amor de Isdari por los unicornios y su brillante personalidad, le pedimos a la gente que use colores brillantes para el servicio si se siente cómodo. Spencer Libby y Powell Funeral Home se encargan de los arreglos.

Idasari Y Carabantes, age 6, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away on September 29th, 2024. A viewing will be held on Friday, October 4th from 10 AM-1 PM at the Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home in The Dalles, followed by a Graveside Service at St. Peter’s Catholic Ceremony at 2 PM in The Dalles. In memory of Isdari’s love for unicorns and her bright personality, we are asking people to wear bright colors to the service if comfortable. Spencer Libby and Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.

Obituary: Sharon Louise Cyphers, 76, The Dalles

“Sharon and Steve were married on September 12th, 1964; they celebrated their 60-year anniversary the day before she passed. ”

Sharon Louise Cyphers of The Dalles, Oregon, went home to be with Jesus on September 13th, 2024. Sharon was born on October 18th, 1947, in Newberg, Oregon, to Ellsworth and Beulah Hubbell. The youngest of three children, she was preceded in death by both of her parents as well as her brother Larry Hubbell of The Dalles. Her sister Beverley Bassette resides in Hollywood, California.

Sharon was a lover of life, and people. Her childhood encompassed many adventures, and she loved the outdoors. Fishing, climbing trees, exploring her territory were a few favorites. Sharon would find joy in it all. Her Father was a Teacher and Pastor with The Church of Christ whose work took them throughout Oregon, from Newberg to Dundee to Roseburg to Maupin. She loved each place, but had a special fondness for the “bake oven” hills of Maupin. She had great memories of sitting on those hills with sister Beverley watching the day go by. At age 11, Sharon’s Mother Beulah passed away suddenly not long after they had moved back to the Portland area. It was there that she attended Columbia Christian School. Five years later, at age 16 she graduated as Valedictorian of her graduating class and met her lifetime partner Steve. Shortly after school she moved to The Dalles, Oregon, to be closer to Steve and his family.

Sharon and Steve were married on September 12th, 1964; they celebrated their 60-year anniversary the day before she passed.

From the moment they met, they knew God had a grand plan for their lives. Two years after they married, they had their first child, John. Within another year and a half, their second child James came along. Sharon and Steve moved to Southern California with their two young boys to be near her sister Beverley and seek an adventure for them and their sons. After a couple of years, they decided they missed Oregon too much and came home to The Dalles.

Not long after returning they had their third child, a daughter Geneva. She was named after Steve’s Mother who passed away only a few months before their daughter was born. About two years later their fourth child, and third Son Joshua was born. Not long after that they moved their family to a lovely property in the midst of the cherry orchards surrounding The Dalles.

Life was always filled with family, friends, and celebration. A loving and supportive wife, and Mother Sharon was always caring for and thinking of others. She didn’t meet a person who wasn’t instantly welcomed into her home and her heart. Even if you hadn’t seen her for years, she would welcome you like family. She was well known for her contagious, distinctive laugh and her children knew that if they could not find her in the store all they had to do was listen for her laugh. Their childhood summers were filled with cousins and friends coming to visit and Sharon always saw to it they had a great time.

For the next thirty years they would move between The Dalles and Portland, but in 2000 they moved permanently back to The Dalles where she spent the remainder of her life. A lifelong learner, Sharon continued earning degrees as she attended multiple colleges well into her 40s. Sharon was a wiz at math and had an extensive memory. It never failed if one stopped by for an evening visit that they might find Wheel of Fortune and Jeopardy playing at the house. Forget about trying to answer any of the questions, she’d be shouting them out before the question was fully asked. She even had the opportunity to go on a local game show called On The Spot, and to try out for Wheel of Fortune with her son Josh. Sharon was a dedicated worker and worked many jobs throughout her life. Her last two careers were 20 years for NW Natural Gas, and then in her last ten years of work before retirement she taught at Colonel Wright Elementary in the Title One program.

Though her dream was to be a Marine Biologist, she loved working with the kids and her job brought her much fulfillment. Over the years she would run into students in town who recognized her and would have a kind word of appreciation for her, this brought her pure joy. In her free time, she took up hobbies like advocating for animals, bird watching and spent evenings with her telescope learning about the constellations. She loved taking long walks near the water, and continually marveled at the beauty of where she lived, the Columbia River Gorge. Oftentimes she met friends for lunch, or even at the grocery store for a laughter filled chat.

Even with such a full life, Sharon’s greatest fulfillment and joy was her husband, 4 children, 8 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren. She loved each one with all she had. The years beheld a plethora of fantastical holiday gatherings that often included her beloved siblings, nieces, and nephews as well. Sharon loved to host the holidays, Christmas being her favorite. The counters and table would be decked out with delicious goodies and a mouthwatering dinner every time. Popcorn Christmas trees, nuts to crack, homemade fudge, and much more come to mind, many of which were set for delivery to a family friend. She had an exceptional gift of picking just the right present for every member of the family, as well as being available for each person individually aside from that. She knew how to make you feel loved.

Sharon is survived by her husband, Steven Cyphers of The Dalles. Son, John Cyphers, granddaughters, Luna and Margaux Cyphers all of Beaverton. Son, James Cyphers, grandson, Weslee Cyphers, wife Hannah and great-grandchildren, Norah Lou and Oliver, granddaughter Emily Mortenson, husband Jim, and great-grandchildren Emmitt and Hazel all of The Dalles. Daughter, Geneva Snow, grandson Caleb Snow of The Dalles, granddaughter Caitlan Snow, husband Izaac and great-grandsons Eli, Mason, and Beckham of Minnesota. Son, Josh Cyphers, wife Cathy and grandsons Hayden (University of Idaho) and Tucker Cyphers of Beaverton.

Sister, Beverley Bassette of Hollywood, sister-in-law, Charlotte Cyphers of Portland, and stepsister, Bennye Wright of Vancouver. Many beloved aunties, nieces, nephews, cousins, friends, and “adopted” kids. She was also preceded in death by her beloved niece, Cindi Garver of The Dalles, stepmother, Aleda Hubbell of Vancouver, and brother-in-law David Cyphers of Portland.

There will be a public viewing at Spencer Libby and Powell in The Dalles Friday, October 18th from 12:00-8:00. A private family burial on Saturday, October 19th, followed by a Celebration of Life on October 19th at 1:00 pm at the Mid-Columbia Church of Christ in Dallesport, Washington, where everyone is welcome.

The family wishes to extend a heartfelt thank you to the local paramedics, police department, and its Chaplain who showed great kindness on the day of Sharon’s passing, Mid-Columbia Church of Christ for their continued time and love, and to all of the wonderful family and dear friends who’ve come to visit, called and brought flowers and food. You are appreciated more than you know.

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

Death Notice: Jason Doyle Walls, 56, The Dalles

Jason Doyle Walls, age 56, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away on September 23, 2024.

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