Obituary: Sally Zuck McBain, The Dalles

Sally Zuck McBain

Sally Zuck McBain

Nov.10, 1947 - April 28, 2024

Sally Zuck McBain Passed away peacefully on April 28, 2024, at The Dalles Health and Rehab Center in The Dalles, OR where she had been in Comfort Care since early January following a stroke just prior to Christmas.

Sally was born on November 10, 1947, in Erie, PA to Clark and Aleta Zuck. She is survived by her husband, Kenneth A. McBain of The Dalles, two sons, Matthew Jones and his wife Denise of Barcelona, Spain and Timothy Jones of Seattle, WA with two grandchildren Nordika and Vienna Jones, and their mother Christine Choiniere, and siblings Martin Zuck and Todd Zuck of Fairview, PA and Christine Jacobsen of San Antonio, TX. She also leaves her cherished dog Mitzi.

Following high school graduation in Erie, Sally attended three years at Mount Union College in Alliance, OH where she met and married William Jones. While he attended Case Western Reserve Medical School in Cleveland, Sally obtained her BA degree in Sociology at Cleveland State University. Following William’s internship at the University of Virginia Medical School, the couple moved to Zuni, NM for William’s two-year stint with the Public Health Service on the Zuni Reservation. It was there that Sally developed a deep affection for the Southwest and Native American culture.

Following her divorce, Sally pursued extensive Masters level coursework in Gerontology at the University of Oregon in Eugene. She then began a 25-year career in Senior Services including Counselor at a senior service program in Ontario, OR, co-owner with her then-husband Michael Sirrine, of MLE In-Home Services in La Grande, OR, nine years as Executive Director of the Areay Agency on Aging in The Dalles and founding Director of the Wyoming Gerontological Association in Casper, WY. During her years in Oregon, Sally wrote a bi-monthly column for several local newspapers and hosted weekly radio programs.

Sally and Ken were married on December 28, 1993, in The Dalles. The couple moved to Carson City, NV in 1995 and then Casper in 2001 where Sally worked with the American Cancer Society along with the WGA. Both Ken and Sally retired in 2004 and relocated to Madoc in Ontario, Canada where most of Ken’s family lived. They returned to Erie, PA in late 2009 to help care for Sally’s parents. Following their passing, they returned to The Dalles in 2010.

Sally always considered the Columbia River Gorge her home.

Sally was a lifetime artist (watercolors), photographer and writer. She blogged about aging for several years and published a most unique book - Soul Portrait - Improving Quality of Life by Making Aging Personal, published by Dog-Ear Publishing in 2012. Along with her book, she has more than 200 poems copyrighted with the Library of Congress.

There will be no memorial services with cremation provided by Bateman Carroll Funeral Home in Gresham, OR. Her husband and sons will disperse her ashes at an undisclosed location. If anyone wishes to donate in her memory, her favorite organizations were The Audobon Society and Nature Conservancy.

Death Notice: R. “Bernie” Krager, 89, White Salmon

R. “Bernie” Krager passed away on May 10th, 2024, at home in White Salmon, Washington.  Bernie was born June 8th, 1934 in Twin Falls, Idaho, he was 89 years of age at the time of passing.  

Services are pending with arrangements under the direction of Gardner Funeral Home in White Salmon, Washington.  Visit www.gardnerFH.com to share a story or leave a note for family.      

Obituary: Leanna De (Chick) Espey

Leanna De (Chick) Espey

Leanna De (Chick) Espey was born on June 16, 1942. In The Dalles, Ore., to Agnes and Bub Morris. She was joined by a little brother, Art Morris, in 1949. She grew up on a wheat ranch on Juniper Flat, before meeting her husband, Fred Ashley Jr., in high school.

Fred and Chick were married in 1959, shortly after she graduated. Soon their family was complete with the births of Freddy in 1962, Morris in 1965 and Chuck in 1967. Being a wife of a business owner and raising three active boys was her full-time job. The boys’ teachers described all three as “spit-shined” wherever they went. She had dinner on the table, clothes on the ironing board and keys in the ignition to shuttle the boys to sports practice, 4-H and ranch responsibilities.

In 1986, after her last child graduated, Chick moved to The Dalles to begin the second phase of her adult life. Her marriage to Fred was over and she began working at Albertsons. Sporting her seasonal earrings, she LOVED her job as checker. People describe standing in the longest line just to get to come through her check stand. She flirted with the babies and was happy to help raise all of the teenagers in town trying to slip through on fake ID and then happily refusing to sell them beer.

Meanwhile, she met her soulmate, David Espey, who opened up her world. They were married in 1988. Suddenly, they were in a whirlwind of travel, sports and adventures. They loved to travel to Mariners and Seahawks games, the Pro Bowl in Hawaii and every single game she could get to for every child she loved. Granddaughter Alyssa’s basketball and volleyball. Grandson Brandon’s football, then later going to his band gifs, dancing to her grandson’s vocals. She was a big fan of the demolition derby, especially when Fred and Brandon were dominating! She traveled to Virginia to watch her granddaughters in track, cheerleading, softball and marching band. She traveled to California to watch her great-nephews play. When Jennifer and Sheri joined the family, they brought a new batch of kiddos to support. She watched her neighbor kids in their sports, her grandchildren, step-grandchildren and even her great-grandchildren play. All the kids were Chick’s kids. She was the only spectator there in support of the umpire!

Probably the most notable thing about Chick was her jump in and help work ethic. (A trait she passed on to her sons!) At Gateway, her beloved church, she was always greeting people for the Christmas Fair, volunteering for Vacation Bible School, helping set up or tear down some event, pulling weeds or serving others in some capacity. She was the starter of the clapping in every worship song, and had a direct red phone to Heaven if you ever needed a prayer. Heaven is a little bit more crowded because of her witness here on earth.

Her friendships ran deep. Her groups of friends were lifelong, or brand new today. She was always up for a gathering, celebrating EVERYTHING with the help of her condo group.

Chick was preceded in death by her parents, Bub and Aggie Morris, her husband David, son Morris and her brother Art Morris. She is survived by her sons, Fred Ashley (Sheri), Chuck Ashley (Jennifer); granddaughter Alyssa Ashley (Erik); grandson Brandon (Tina); great-granddaughter Nicole; her daughters Lisa Puckett (Ted) and Julie Seto (Brian); son Michael Espey; granddaughters Camille and Laura Puckett; her niece Debbie Savercool (Jeff) and Ben and Sam Savercool; and nephew Cub (Becky) and his two children. She shared grandmotherly love for five step grandchildren and 12 step great-grandchildren. Chick would also want the Rubio and Johnson clans also mentioned as family.

Chick passed away on April 25, 2024, in her home, ushered to her 82nd birthday celebration with the King!

A celebration of life will be held on June 8 at 5 p.m. at Gateway Presbyterian Church, 1111 Dry Hollow Road, The Dalles. We will have a small gathering at Kelley Cemetery on Sunday at 10 a.m. in Maupin.

Obituary: Derrel Eugene Montgomery, 76, Glenwood

Derrel Eugene Montgomery passed away peacefully on April 22, 2024, with his wife and children by his side. He was 76 years old.

Derrel was born in Sunnyside, WA on July 26, 1947, to Orval and Wilma Montgomery, they lived in Prosser, WA. He had two sisters, Shirley and Karen. Their family moved from Prosser to Glenwood in 1952 where he spent the rest of his life.

He graduated from Glenwood High School in 1965. After graduating from high school, he married Carole Steinbach in 1967, they had four children.

In 1987, Derrel met Marlene Odegaard, they later married in 1992. Derrel and Marlene enjoyed spending time with their grandkids and trips to the coast.

Derrel worked in construction most of his adult life. He worked many years for James Dean Construction and retired in 2010. He coached Babe Ruth back in the late 1970s and early 1980s, he also coached High School Girls’ Basketball for 4 years.

Derrel loved his family, his dogs, and all sports. He spent many years following his kids and grandkids watching whatever sport they may be involved in until he was no longer able. He could usually be heard in the stands at basketball games yelling with his longtime friend Tom. He also enjoyed hunting with his dad and later in life, his boys. 

After Derrel retired, he enjoyed driving around the Glenwood Valley with his dog Axle. He made many stops to visit with family & friends. He thoroughly enjoyed having such great friends throughout his life.

He is survived by his wife, Marlene of Glenwood, his children; Aaron & Jenny Montgomery, Glenwood, Clint & Samantha Montgomery, Wasco, Lisa & Frank Randall, Centerville, and Shara & James Bartek, Glenwood. Also, his stepchildren Darren & Elizabeth Jones and Darrick Jones, Glenwood, his sisters Shirley Clift, The Dalles, Karen & Richard Hansen, Glenwood, 13 grandchildren, 7 great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and many friends. He was preceded in death by both his parents.

There will be a Celebration of Life on June 1, 2024, at 1:00 p.m. at the Glenwood School, a dinner will follow. 

Arrangements are under the direction of Gardner Funeral Home • 156 NE Church Ave, White Salmon, Washington (509) 493-1323. Please visit www.GardnerFH.com to leave a note of condolence for the family.

Death Notice: Dennis Wayne Agar, 91, Stevenson

Dennis Wayne Agar passed away on April 12, 2024, in Stevenson, Washington.  Dennis was born September 26, 1932, and was 91 years of age at the time of passing. 

Arrangements are under the direction of Gardner Funeral Home • 156 NE Church Ave, White Salmon, Washington (509) 493-1323. Please visit www.GardnerFH.com to leave a note of condolence for the family.

Death Notice: Charles Tuttle, 76, Hood River

Charles Tuttle passed away April 1st, 2024 in Tonopah, Nevada. Charles was born September 8, 1947 and was 76 years of age at the time of passing.

Services are planned for 3:00 p.m., Sunday, April 21st, 2024 at Anderson's Tribute Center • 1401 Belmont Avenue, Hood River, Oregon 97031.

Charles’s services will be live streamed at www.AndersonsTributeCenter.com

Death Notice: John Michael Hager, age 68, Tygh Valley

John Michael Hager, age 68, Tygh Valley, OR, passed away March 25, 2024.

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

Celebration of Life: Brenda "Cardin" Coats, TD Civic, May 11 at 2 p.m.

Brenda "Cardin" Coats

June 10, 1958 — July 6, 2023

Celebration of Life

Civic Auditorium, 323 E. 4th Street, The Dalles, Oregon

May 11 at 2 p.m.

Please come and join friends and family as we honor and cherish the memories we share of her busy life. Finger Foods and drinks will be served.

Donations can be made to either:

Brenda Coats Memorial Reading Fund at PO Box 68, Moro, OR 97039 or email shermancoeducationfoundation.org or North Wasco County Education Foundation In Memory of Brenda Coats at northwascoed.com

Death Notice: Jeanne Ann Pesicka, 74, The Dalles

Jeanne Ann Pesicka passed away on November 11, 2023, in Portland, OR.

A funeral Mass will be held at 11:00 am on Saturday, March 16, 2024, at St Peter’s Catholic Church in The Dalles, OR. (1222 W 10th St.)

The family invites you to join them after the service for a celebration of life from 1-3 pm at The Bargeway Pub, 1535 Bargeway Rd., The Dalles, OR.

Death Notice: Barry Ray McKissen, 56, Hood River

Barry Ray McKissen passed away on February 24th, 2024 in Hood River, Oregon. Barry was born August 16, 1967, and was 56 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.

Death Notice: Sam B Holmes, 93, Woodburn

Sam B Holmes, age 93, a resident of Woodburn, OR, passed away on February 24, 2024. A Funeral will be held at St. John’s Baptist Church on March 1st, 2024 at 10:30 am with interment to follow at the Grass Valley Cemetery.

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

Obituary: Scottie( Scott) Lee Ward, 76, The Dalles

Scottie( Scott) Lee Ward passed away in his sleep, at the age of 76, on December 24th, 2023 at The Oregon Veteran's Home in The Dalles, after a prolonged illness.  Scott was born in LaGrande Oregon in 1947 to Ben D Ward and Betty L Courtney. He attended Tygh Valley Grade School and later Sherman High School and graduated in 1966. He joined the US Navy after graduation and was in submarines, stationed in New London Connecticut, and Holy Loch Scotland. 

He worked at several of the local aluminum plants, the last was Northwest Aluminum, in The Dalles until its closure. At that time he went to work for Home Depot until his retirement. 

Scott loved to travel, especially when he and Koni went to Ireland. He loved the Oregon Coast and spent several vacations every year in Wheeler, Newport, Depoe Bay, and all along the coast. His hobbies were crossword puzzles, Cajun cooking, antiquing, collecting Carnival glass, and stained glass, fly fishing, listening to old rock and roll music, and cruising in his truck in the Mt Hood forests around Dufur. Scott enjoyed being a “foodie”, and always enjoyed a dark cold ale or brew. He was a very intelligent, interesting person who was kind and quiet. He will be greatly loved and missed by his family and friends. 

He was pre-deceased in death by his father Ben Ward in 2002. He is survived by Colleen ( Koni) Marcum Ward, his wife and best friend of 35 years. His mother is Betty Ward, The Dalles, son Christopher( Diana) Ward, Orlando Florida, daughter Rebecca( Andy) Pearson, Richland WA. His step-children ~David Anderson, Dufur, Shannon (Joel) Holtrop, Boise Id, Heather ( Shawn) Bren of Hermiston, Or. Brother Dana(Gayle) Ward, The Dalles, sisters Julie( Clayton) Carter, The Dalles, Kathy ( Chris) Kirby,

Obituary: Andre Bartley Myron

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Andre and Margaret in Las Vegas in 1991

Andre Bartley Myron
January 6, 1942 — February 17, 2024
Hood River, Oregon

Andre Myron, 82, passed away on February 17, 2024, after a long struggle with lung disease.

Private and independent, Andre was known for his exacting standards, along with a love of sunshine, jazz, and playing the harmonica.

Andre was born on January 6, 1942 in Spokane, Washington, the second child of Bart and Lucy Myron. He grew up on a wheat farm in Freeman, Wash, alongside older sister, Inga, and younger brother, Cary.

Andre met Margaret Reedy while both were still teenagers. They married at 18 and 19. Leaving the farm, the couple moved to Yakima, Washington, where their first daughter, Cindra, was born, and then relocated to Portland, Oregon, where their second daughter, Drew, arrived. They enjoyed several years in San Diego, California, before moving to Denver, Colorado, where the family spent most of their lives.

An accomplished machinist, Andre worked at tool and die shops throughout Oregon and California. In Colorado, he worked over 20 years at COBE Laboratories. With a mind for precision, he worked closely with research & development teams to create models for medical equipment.

Andre was happiest at the beach or a casino. For many years he and Margaret would vacation in San Diego, where they would spend hours people-watching, beach-walking, and sitting in the sun. The couple also enjoyed long weekends in Las Vegas, where they won, lost, and came home happy. They also favored road trips, exploring state and national parks and small towns throughout the U.S. and Mexico.

Andre enjoyed listening to jazz. After he was diagnosed with COPD, he took up harmonica as a pulmonary exercise to strengthen the lungs and was a founding member of the Huff ‘n Puffers. The group played together every week for nine years, including four years in which the group met via Zoom. The lung condition also created a commitment to physical exercise and in his last years, Andre was dedicated to treadmill walks as often as he was able.

Margaret and Andre were married 57 years. Margaret died in January 2018. In 2019, Andre moved to Oregon to live near his daughter, Drew, and son-in-law, David, who live in Hood River.

He is survived by his daughters, Cindra Kidd and Drew Myron-Rieseck, and son-in-law David Rieseck; and grandchildren: Whitney, Corey, Rosey, D.J. and Kimberly Kidd.

The family appreciates the many people who loved and cared for Andre, including the staff of Providence Hospice of the Gorge, Hawk’s Ridge Assisted Living, and Val Hiveley Blatz, Nurse Practitioner.

Services will not be held. In Andre’s memory, the family encourages contributions to Meals on Wheels.

Obituary: Shawn James Trangmar, 48, Goldendale

Shawn James Trangmar, 48, passed away on Wednesday, February 7th, 2024, at Klickitat Valley Hospital in Goldendale with family by his side after a long battle with liver disease.

Shawn was born September 29th, 1975, in Vancouver, Wash., to Art Malfait and Terrie Trangmar. Shawn is survived by his family including his parents, Terrie and Art; his siblings Jen, Dan, and Roger; his children Sydney, Cody, Tanner, and Isabel; and his grandchildren, as well as his partner.

Shawn spent most of his career around cars and heavy equipment. Growing up he loved riding motocross racing the majority at PIR as well as the Washougal moto track. He also enjoyed fishing, spending time with friends and loved ones, and watching football. He will be loved and missed by many loved ones and friends.

Arrangements are under the direction of Columbia Hills Memorial Chapel • 300 W. Broadway Street (Post Office Box 134), Goldendale, Washington 98620 • (509) 772-2636.

Visit www.gardnerFH.com to share a story or leave a note for family

Obituary: Christopher Todd McNeel, The Dalles

Christopher Todd McNeel of The Dalles, Oregon, passed away peacefully on January 11, 2024, after a courageous battle with cancer.

Chris was born in Vancouver, Washington on June 18th, 1962, the first of four children to Roxene Sarvela and Frank McNeel. He spent the majority of his early childhood near Vancouver with his parents and three sisters. In his teens, his family moved to Lyle, Washington where his parents purchased the Mid Valley market in Odell and then later the Lyle Merc, where Chris worked throughout his high school years.

In 1981 he graduated from Lyle High School. The following year he joined the United States Marine Corps where he served as an aircraft ordnance technician. He was stationed in Japan, Korea, the Philippines, Canada, and the United States. He was meritoriously promoted twice and held the rank of corporal when he was honorably discharged in 1986.

After serving as a U.S. Marine, he returned to his hometown of Lyle where he worked the next couple of summers helping his Uncle Don and Aunt Marian, who were subcontracting to build part of the Pacific Crest Trail in the Mt. Rainier National Forest. His winters were spent working at Mt. Hood Meadows where he developed a passion for skiing.

Chris’ first daughter, Summer, was born in 1987, followed shortly by his son Tobiah, and then daughter Marnette. Chris became a corrections Deputy for the Wasco County Sheriff’s office in 1990 where he was instrumental in establishing a home detention program through the Wasco County jail. In the mid-90s he was promoted to patrol deputy where he worked concurrently with the Sherman County Sheriff’s office. For several years during this time, he was also the school resource officer for Wasco County.

Chris met Andrea Eagy in 1998 and they were married two years later. His fourth child, son Maxwell, was born in 2002. Chris spent five years on the Mid-Columbia Interagency Narcotics Team (MINT) and in 2004 was promoted to Sergeant. He worked in major crime investigations for several years before he was promoted and served as Chief Deputy in 2016 until his retirement in 2018. Never one to sit still for long, Chris joined the Wasco County Planning Department as a Code Compliance Officer and later as an Assistant Planner.

Chris had an amazing zest for life. He had the personality and natural charisma to befriend anyone he met. Evidence of his integrity, character, and faith was illustrated in his unwavering love for Jesus and for his family. Chris’ depth of knowledge in the Scriptures was remarkable and lent itself to the deep connections he made with people. With a fierce love of the outdoors, Chris found great joy in spending time in nature with family. He loved to snowboard, surf, and paddleboard, and he enjoyed spending family time in the summer at the river or the coast. Pacific City, in particular, held great charm; you could find him on the beach, cold beer in hand, with a view of surfers, Cape Kiwanda, and Haystack Rock on the horizon.

Chris will be deeply missed by his wife Andrea and his children, Summer Bodolay, Tobiah McNeel, Marnette (Mathew) Melton, and Maxwell McNeel; his grandchildren, Maynard, Genevieve, Hannah, Roxene, Willow, Elsie, and Odinn; his parents, Frank (Theresa) McNeel, and stepfather Keith Woods; brother Adam McNeel, step-brothers Kevin and Kurt Woods and Brian and Kevin Scattergood. He was preceded in death by his loving mother, Roxene Woods, and his three sisters, René Smith, Monique Myers, and Jennifer Heldstab.

A Celebration of Life will be held at Covenant Christian Church at 2630 E. 18th St in The Dalles, Oregon on Saturday, April 6th, 2024 at 3:00 pm. Chris had a heart for children. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital or the Shriners Hospitals for Children.

Death Notice: Patricia Mae Gow, 85, Goldendale

Patricia Mae Gow, age 85, a resident of Goldendale, WA, passed away on January 12th, 2024.

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

Celebration of Life: Janet Louise Wheeler, 91, The Dalles

The family of Janet Louise Wheeler invite you to a Celebration of Life on Saturday, Jan. 13 at 2 p.m. It will be held at the Columbia Portage Ballroom, 3223, Bret Clodfelter Way, The Dalles.

We will be gathering to share our favorite memories, follwed by food and beverages.

Death Notice: Marlyn “Jerry” Schlegel, 85, Goldendale

Marlyn “Jerry” Schlegel

Marlyn “Jerry” Schlegel passed away on December 27th, 2023, at his home in Goldendale, Washington. Jerry was born on July 4th, 1938. He was 85 years of age at the time of passing.

Services will be held at a later time and date of the family’s choosing. Arrangements are under the direction of Columbia Hills Memorial Chapel • 300 W. Broadway Street (P.O. Box 134), Goldendale.

Obituary: Shirley Anne Mitchell, 76, Port Orchard, Wash.; Graveside service in TD on Jan. 13

Shirley Anne Mitchell passed away on December 7th, 2023, at the age of 76 and went to be with our Lord. She also joined her Husband and the love of her life, Fred C. Mitchell.

Shirley is survived by her son Matt Mitchell,her Grandaughters Matilyn and McKinley Mitchell. As well as her Brother Randy Glasgow and her Niece Alicia Gargioulo.

Shirley was born in 1946 to Ed and Thelma Glasgow and grew up in Reno Nevada. She moved to The Dalles at age 15, and spent the majority of her life here until finally residing in Port Orchard WA.

 Shirley was a loving daughter, wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and a friend to many.

 During her 52 years in The Dalles, she served her community at Arctic Circle, Monahans Jewelry,and finally Weisfield/Kay's Jewelers until her retirement. 

Shirley then joined her son Matt and his family in Port Orchard Washington upon the birth of her Grandaughters where she spent her final years.

 A graveside service will be held at Odd Fellows Cemetary in The Dalles on Jan. 13th 2024 at 1pm. At 1100 18th St. and Cherry Heights Rd.

 All are welcome to attend and appreciated.

Death Notice: Lloyd Kendal Cook, 91, Redmond

Lloyd Kendal Cook passed away on December 21, 2023, at St. Charles Hospital in Redmond, Oregon. Lloyd was born on February 15, 1932, and was 91 years of age at the time of passing.  

Services are pending at this time and will be announced on www.AndersonsTributeCenter.com

Arrangements under the direction of Anderson's Tribute Center • 204 E. 4th Street, The Dalles, Oregon 97058.