Death Notice: Barbara Ann Hausinger, 60, The Dalles
Death Notice: Barbara Ann Hausinger, 60, The Dalles
Barbara Ann Hausinger, age 60, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away on December 31, 2024.
Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home is in care of arrangements.
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.
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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.
Obituary: Lara Christine Schukar (Hovland), 42, Hood River
She also volunteered her time and energy at Hood River Post Acute Nursing Home and Westside Elementary in Oregon, where she worked with children and cared for the elderly—a reflection of her compassionate nature. Lara’s greatest pride, however, were her two sons, Drew and Max.
Lara Christine Schukar (Hovland)
Lara Christine Schukar (Hovland) passed away peacefully in her home in Hood River, Oregon, on January 4, 2025, at the age of 42.
Born on June 6, 1982, in Sioux City, Iowa, Lara was the daughter of William Hovland and Kathy Hovland (Butler), and a loving mother, wife, daughter, sister, aunt, and friend.
Lara Christine Schukar (Hovland)
Lara’s journey took her across the United States, having lived in Sioux City, Iowa; Cody, Wyoming; Albuquerque, New Mexico; Warner Robins, Georgia; White Salmon, Washington; and finally, Hood River, Oregon, where she made her home with her family. A graduate of Cody High School in Wyoming, she spent her adult years making a positive impact on those around her, both in her professional career and through her volunteer work.
Lara worked in various roles throughout her life, including at Maxwells Restaurant in Wyoming, the West Side Community Center in New Mexico, Curves in Georgia, and The Terrace in Wyoming. She also volunteered her time and energy at Hood River Post Acute Nursing Home and Westside Elementary in Oregon, where she worked with children and cared for the elderly—a reflection of her compassionate nature. Lara’s greatest pride, however, were her two sons, Drew (11) and Max (6), and her beloved vegetable gardens, which she tended to with care and joy. Her role as a "Boy Mom" was her greatest joy, and she poured love into every moment with her family.
In response to the challenges brought by the COVID-19 pandemic, Lara took it upon herself to create a safe "Pod" to protect her father, referring to it fondly as "Team Grandpa," showing her deep love and commitment to her family.
On August 30, 2008, Lara married her soulmate, Ben Schukar, in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Together, they created a beautiful life filled with laughter, adventure, and love.
Lara is survived by her loving husband, Ben Schukar; her two sons, Drew and Max; her mother, Kathy Hovland; her in-laws, Emil and Joni Schukar; her brother, Justin Hovland, and his wife Verinia, along with their children, Soren and Ramona; her sister-in-law, Jenny Cordova, and her husband Dan, along with their daughters, Haley and Trista; and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends across the country, all of whom she held dear. She also leaves behind her cherished pets, Penny, Leonard, and Raja.
Lara was predeceased by her father, Bill Hovland, in 2023, and her uncle, Tom Oehlerking, in 2020.
A celebration of Lara’s life will be held on January 11, 2025, at 2:00 PM, with a service led by family friend Adam Pope at Anderson's Tribute Center • 1401 Belmont Avenue, Hood River, Oregon 97031. A reception will follow. In accordance with Lara’s wishes, her family will later spread her ashes at the ocean in Seaside, Oregon, a place she loved, following a family trip there in September of 2024.
In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that you consider donating or bringing books to support Westside Elementary, a cause close to Lara’s heart.
Lara’s favorite quote, one that embodied her bright and loving spirit, was simply: "Good Morning Sunshine."
Her love, her kindness, and her joy will live on in the hearts of all who knew her.
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Death Notice: Betty June Polehn, 95, The Dalles
Death Notice: June Polehn, 95, The Dalles
Betty June Polehn, age 95, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away on January 1, 2025.
A Memorial Service will be held at a later date. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home is in care of arrangements.
Obituary: Lorne Henry Richman, 89, The Dalles
Lorne was a strong Christian all his life and a very generous man. He loved helping people - in fact he thrived on helping people! So many of us remember his yellow legal pads and restaurant napkins with real estate plans, new inventions and many, many dreams of which most or all would make a small fortune. He was an optimist and we loved him for it.
Lorne Henry Richman,
October 21, 1935 - December 26, 2024
Lorne, went home to be with the LORD on December 26, 2024. He was 89 years old. Lorne was born
on the farm in Tower City, North Dakota, the fourth son of 9 children born to Martin and Ada Richman.
He attended school in Tower City and played on the Tower City Clams basketball team. He worked on
the farm until he went to college for a year and then joined the military – the army division- for two
years from 1954-1956. He was stationed in Hanau, Germany during peace time.
After returning home from the army he attended Concordia College in Moorhead, Minnesota and
worked in a pea cannery in Milton-Free Water, Oregon and worked in the wheat harvest in Connell,
Washington. He met Sharyn Louise Abrahamson in North Dakota and married her on December 26,
1959.
Lorne and Sharyn lived in Salem, Oregon while Lorne worked at J.C. Penney and there they had Lynn
and Bruce. In 1963 they moved to The Dalles, Oregon and Lorne took a job as a manager at Equitable
Savings and Loan. He continued in the job for many years until he started working in real estate
development and continued this exciting journey throughout his life. In The Dalles Lorne and Sharyn
had two more sons – Danny and David and then brought a big “surprise” home from their visit to Don
and Mavis Richman in Brazil....a sister, Julie Suzana.
Lorne and Sharyn resided for most of their years together in The Dalles area with a few changes of
location here and there...Cherry Heights, Wamic and Pine Hollow. Sharyn went home to be with the
Lord in May of 1996.
In 1997 Lorne married a long-time acquaintance, Beth Peickert in The Dalles, Oregon and they had 27
years of marriage together. Beth added two children and 5 grandchildren to the Richman family and
Lorne loved them all.
Lorne was a strong Christian all his life and a very generous man. He loved helping people - in fact he
thrived on helping people! So many of us remember his yellow legal pads and restaurant napkins with
real estate plans, new inventions and many, many dreams of which most or all would make a small
fortune. He was an optimist and we loved him for it.
Lorne – husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, friend, and helper of many is survived by his
wife Beth. His children are Lynn (Tracie) Richman of Silverton; Bruce (Tammy) Richman of The
Dalles; Danny (MaryBeth) Richman of The Dalles; David (Carrie) Richman of Haines; Oregon and
Julie (Stacy) Adams of Lebanon; Stan (Jenny) Peickert of The Dalles and Cynthia Carty of The Dalles.
He had 18 grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren.
Lorne is survived by siblings: Don (Mavis) Richman of Bloomington, Minnesota; Wally Richman of
Redmond, Oregon; Jerry (Della) Richman of Valley City, North Dakota; Jane Fiebeck of Bend, Oregon,
and Janet (Walt) Edmonds of Salem, Oregon. He is preceded in death by his brothers Merwin, Daryl
and Robert Richman.
Lorne was a member of Calvary Baptist Church in The Dalles. He loved getting cards and letters and
was good at “staying in touch” with friends and family. He had a corny sense of humor and his farm
and real estate were his hobbies. He loved to “make a deal.” His love and his hugs, cards, laughter,
generosity, stories, and family focus will be greatly missed.
His celebration of life will be January 11, 11:00 at Calvary Baptist Church in The Dalles, Oregon. A
short interment will precede the service. Following the 11:00 service will be a gathering of family and
friends for a meal and fellowship.
In lieu of flowers and in honor of Lorne’s life and giving spirit, the family would like donations to be made to:
Camp Jonah, 31 Little Mountain Rd., Trout Lake, WA 98650
or Samaritan’s Purse, PO Box 3000, Boone, NC 28607-3000
Obituary: Kathleen Maude (Schreiber) Olson, 80, The Dalles
Obituary: Kathleen Maude (Schreiber) Olson, 80, The Dalles
Kathleen Maude (Schreiber) Olson, 80, passed away at her home on March 10, 2024. Katie was born on May 4, 1943, to Lawrence Joseph Schreiber and Waive Mildred (Martin) Schreiber in The Dalles, OR. She grew up on her family’s farm on Juniper Flat and attended school in Maupin. She was very active in 4H–raising steers, cooking, sewing, and entering her projects in the Wasco Co. and OR State Fairs.
In 1961 she graduated from Maupin High School, then attended Western Business University in Portland, moving on to various jobs in Portland and Salem. After a few years she moved back home, got a job as the Secretary at Dufur School, and married Ronald Ratcliff in 1964. They were married for ten years and lived in Friend, OR.
In 1975 Katie met Robert W. Olson while fishing in Blaine, WA, and they were married in Oak Harbor, WA soon after. They moved to Whidbey Island, WA where they fished, sold herring, milled logs, remodeled an old hotel, and started their family–Thomas L. Olson and twins Martin P. Olson and RoseAnna L. (Olson) Hertel. Katie would take her young children fishing in the Puget Sound nearly every morning, catching everything from salmon to bottom fish to red snapper and cod. She was a master fisherman and line detangler.
After five years Bob and Katie returned to Dufur, purchased a farm, and had their 4th child, Albert K. Olson. While raising their children and helping Bob farm, Katie loved growing a huge garden from which she harvested and canned all kinds of fruits and vegetables. They even kept a milk cow and she would make butter, yogurt, ice cream, and everything in between.
After her children were older, Katie worked as a bus driver for Dufur School for many years in the 1990s. When her husband Bob of 28 years died in 2003, Katie became active in a plethora of activities and clubs including quilting, and porcelain painting, the Butterfly Chairman and Treasurer of the OR State Garden Club, as well as President and member of the Dufur Valley Garden Club. She took classes to become an official flower and vegetable judge at the county fairs, was a lifelong member of the Ramsey Park Grange, and was Secretary and member of the White River Christian Fellowship Church in Tygh Valley.
Katie loved her flower and vegetable garden up until the day she died, and she became known to some as the ‘Tomato Lady’. She would involve herself in all the community fundraisers–selling pie and ice cream to benefit the Dufur Fire and Ambulance, making jam and cooking at the Ramsey Grange Hunter’s Breakfasts and Threshing Bee Breakfasts, setting up and organizing the Dufur Hometown Christmas Bazaars, and making countless amounts of pies for the Jam Sessions at the Ramsey Grange Hall. To many, she was known as the ‘Pie Lady’. True to her German origins, she was also very well known for her amazing homemade sauerkraut. Katie had so many talents and hobbies and was constantly researching ways to make what she did better–for herself, others, and all the living creatures that she loved–birds, bees, butterflies, bats, and flowers. In her later years, Katie slowed down a bit but continued to enjoy cooking, gardening, painting, quilting, and playing cards.
But most of all Katie loved and lived for her children and grandchildren, teaching them all she knew, to work hard, to love others, and to be patient and kind to all living things. She had a kind word and a loving heart for all and could find something special or some hidden talent in everyone. Preceding her in death were her husband Robert W. Olson and her brother David L. Schreiber.
She is survived by her sons Thomas L. Olson and wife Sydney, Martin P. Olson and wife Moryah, Albert K. Olson and wife Shilah, and daughter RoseAnna L. (Olson) Hertel and husband Travis, all of Dufur, and her five grandchildren: Caleb B. Olson, Morgan M. Olson, Nolan J. Olson, Lucinda R. Hertel, and Catherine (Kitti) W. Hertel, all of Dufur. Katie's Celebration of Life was held at the Dufur City Park on Sunday, August 25, 2024.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Obituary: Louis Carl Zeman, 93, Hood River
A Parkdale High School graduate,Louie was a standout athlete and the star of the school's basketball team, a memory he cherished throughout his life. While at OSU, Louie met Julie, the love of his life. The couple moved to Hood River, Oregon, where they raised two sons, Jeff and Mike. Louie worked for Zeman Brothers Logging, where he became a well-respected and successful logger.
Louis Carl Zeman
January 4, 1931 – December 25, 2024
It is with deep sorrow and love that the family of Louis Carl Zeman announces his passing on December 25, 2024 in Hood River, Oregon, at the age of 93. Louie, as he was affectionately known, was born on January 4, 1931, in St. Helens, Oregon, to Louis and Mildred (Cevela) Zeman.
Louie’s early years were spent in Seaside, Oregon, where he attended a one-room schoolhouse until the eighth grade. That school still stands near Highway 26 outside of Seaside as a testament to his humble beginnings. From there, he moved with his family to Parkdale, Oregon, where he graduated from Parkdale High School. Louie was a standout athlete and the star of the school's basketball team, a memory he cherished throughout his life.
After high school, Louie embarked on a journey that would take him far from home. He joined the U.S. Army, where he is remembered for his service, with varying stories of whether he served as a chef or an electrical engineer—perhaps a little bit of both. His time in the Army was just the beginning of an adventurous life. Louie attended Oregon State University, where he earned a degree in Forestry and Engineering, an education that laid the foundation for his career.
While at OSU, Louie met Julie, the love of his life. The couple moved to Hood River, Oregon, where they raised two sons, Jeff and Mike. Louie worked for Zeman Brothers Logging, where he became a well-respected and successful logger. His work ethic and dedication were the hallmarks of his professional life.
After retiring, Louie and Julie enjoyed a life filled with travel. They became tour guides for the local senior center, sharing their love of adventure with others. One of Louie’s favorite pastimes was spending time at their beloved beach house in Depoe Bay, Oregon, where the rhythm of the ocean brought him peace. Every winter, he and Julie enjoyed escaping to Palm Springs, where they found many friends and good times. Louie was a master at finding the best, most affordable places to eat and hit golf balls.
In addition to his love of travel, Louie was an avid bowler, and his skills on the lanes were legendary. He was also a talented dancer, enjoying many nights out with Julie. Louie had a deep love for music of all kinds, and you could often find him tapping his foot or dancing along to his favorite tunes.
In his later years, Louie found a special companion in Kathy Thomas, with whom he spent many happy years. Together, they traveled to Seattle, dined at fine restaurants, and made countless memories. Louie also enjoyed playing cards with his friends and loved spending time with his dogs over the years—Tiger, Coco 1, Peaches, and Coco 2—each of whom held a special place in his heart.
Louie was a proud and devoted father to his sons Jeff and Mike, and a loving grandfather to his grandchildren: Sebastian, Kylie, Chip, Adam, and Zyra. He took great joy in attending his grandson Sebastian's sporting events, always cheering him on with enthusiasm.
Louie’s infectious smile, quick wit, and zest for life will be missed by all who knew him. His legacy of hard work, love of family, and passion for life will live on in the hearts of his loved ones.
He is survived by his sons Jeff and Mike, daughters-in-law Jennifer and Reline, grandchildren Sebastian, Kylie, Chip, Adam, and Zyra, and many extended family members and friends who will miss him dearly.
A celebration of Louie’s life will be held at a later date at Providence Down Manor. A private committal was held at Upper Valley Cemtery (6917 Allen Road, Parkdale, Oregon 97041).
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to the Hood River Senior Center in Louie’s memory.
May he rest in peace, knowing he was loved beyond measure and lived a life well-lived.
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Obituary: Ruth Anne Welle, 77, The Dalles
Obituary: Ruth Anne Welle, 77, The Dalles
Ruth Anne Welle passed away peacefully December 21st, 2024. Born in The Dalles in 1947, to Dude & Dora Bailey, Ruth is survived by her son Ray of Castle Rock, CO, siblings Jim & Sharon Bailey of The Dalles, Carol & David Yakish of The Dalles, Mike & Joey Bailey of Albany, OR and Bob & Laurie Bailey of Bend, OR, as well as many beloved nieces, nephews and cousins.
She also leaves behind her treasured dog Ruby, her constant companion for many years. Graduating from the Dalles High School in 1965, Ruth went on to receive her RN degree from Emanuel School of Nursing in Portland, OR and later a BSN degree in Colorado. Ruth went on to work in New York, and Denver, CO with a nursing career lasting 34 yrs.
Ruth met and married her husband Bill in Colorado in 1983. Son Ray was born in 1985. They enjoyed many years of camping, hunting and fishing with their good friends Joanie & Barry Eylar of Colorado who introduced Ruth & Bill to each other.
Ruth was a skilled quilter and spent many hours with her quilting buddies. Ruth moved back to The Dalles in 2021 and resided at The Springs Assisted Living at the time of her passing. She will be missed by many friends, both in The Dalles and Colorado. At her request, no service will be held. Family will place her remains in the Pacific Ocean on the Oregon coast, a favorite destination of Ruth’s.
Remembrance donations can be made to Columbia Gorge Humane Society, to honor Ruth & Ruby.
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.
Obituary: Naomi (Harshbarger) Frisbie, 103, Hood River Valley
Naomi returned to teaching in the 1960’s when her children were a little older. She substituted at Martinez middle and high school and taught night classes in sewing. She taught Microwave cooking when microwaves were the newest technology. She also took night classes in pottery and upholstery, recovering most of the family furniture. She moved with husband Harold to a small apple orchard in the Hood River Valley in 1982.
Naomi (Harshbarger) Frisbie
Naomi (Harshbarger) Frisbie was born July 9, 1921, to Sarah Olive (Clark) and Orvil Earl Harshbarger in Drummond, Idaho. Her parents had moved out west from Kansas to start a farm of their own they named the Yellowstone Ranch as it was southwest of Yellowstone National Park in Southeast Idaho.
Naomi found her spot in the family very special with four older brothers to entertain her and an older sister to share chores and then a younger sister to play with. They had the only home in the area with indoor plumbing and generated their own electricity. Her bedroom was upstairs above the bathroom, so they received heat from below and had a gorgeous view of the Teton Mountains to the east. She always commented how she loved to look out on her mountains and what an idyllic childhood she had with hard work, family and friends, weekend picnics, walking or skiing to school, listening to the radio, reading, swimming in nearby Squirrel Creek and riding horses, especially her favorite, Old Sunny. Her dad farmed hay and grain with a team of horses and later with a steam tractor before modernizing to combustion engine machinery. During the depression her parents took on any extra work they could to keep the family and farm together. Naomi didn’t have extras but on a farm she didn’t go hungry. She kept the depression economy mentality of many people from her generation and struggled to get rid of anything because she might need it someday. Waste not, want not.
Education was encouraged in her family for both boys and girls, so it was important to Naomi and she received a 4-H scholarship to study home economics in Idaho, California and Oregon where she obtained her bachelor’s degree in 1947. During World War II times were hard and she had to work to save money before finishing her education. She taught high school in Kendrick, Idaho and later taught kindergarten and adult tailoring in California. She met Harold Raymond Frisbie while attending Oregon State University. One of her favorite sorority sisters was Marjorie Frisbie who had talked her brother into attending a dance with her as there would be an “older” gal. He wasn’t interested in dancing with young girls because he had just returned from 6 years serving in the Navy. After that dance a courtship developed including lots of dances with Harold in his be-ribboned Navy uniform and Nomy in the dresses she designed and sewed. They were married in Ashton, Idaho on September 7, 1947.
After marriage, Harold and Naomi moved to California where Harold had a job as a chemical engineer for Shell Oil Company. Naomi taught kindergarten in Martinez before son Norman was born in 1950. Joella followed in 1953 (not in 1952 like Margie likes to tease). Like every other mother in the neighborhood, Naomi stayed home with the children. From California, Harold’s work took them back to Oregon for 4 years, returning to California in 1957, 3 weeks before Margie was born.
Naomi led a very busy life raising a family, which included her mother who moved in with the family when Naomi’s dad died soon after Margie’s birth. She still found time to volunteer with Boy Scouts, 4-H, and PTA. There are many young girls who fondly remember learning to sew and cook in her 4-H classes. She was proud to have been a founding member of the Martinez, CA branch of American Association of University Women and stayed active in that organization for over 70 years.
Naomi returned to teaching in the 1960’s when her children were a little older. She substituted at Martinez middle and high school and taught night classes in sewing. She taught Microwave cooking when microwaves were the newest technology. She also took night classes in pottery and upholstery, recovering most of the family furniture.
Naomi and Harold always enjoyed the beauty of the Hood River Valley, where Harold had been raised and he still had family. They bought a small apple orchard to retire on and moved to the farm in 1982. As young retirees, they had lots of energy for projects around their house and on the farm, but they also enjoyed being around family and joining the local community. They grew a large garden, went camping, had picnics, picked huckleberries (always a full day adventure – ending with very purple tongues).
Naomi joined the Odell Garden Club and enjoyed years of flower arranging that brought out her artistic abilities and she made many wonderful friends. She always had flower arrangements in her house and would share arrangements for almost any reason. She specialized in the tall (3’) arrangements at the county fair – and was proud of receiving a best of show honor on more than one occasion.
Naomi was happy that all three of her children decided to move to the Hood River Valley and live nearby raising their families. Naomi was always game to go to any school or sporting activity where one of her 3 grandsons was participating. Sometimes you had to explain the sport to her (she never understood soccer), but she would cheer with enthusiasm. All three of her grandsons know how to make her Christmas crescent rolls and they carry on the tradition to this day. She and Harold loved playing games with grandsons and their friends. All three boys are excellent at math having spent many hours playing dominos and counting dots to make multiples of five and receive the maximum points possible.
Naomi also hosted family reunions, picnics, dinners, camping trips and always made delicious pies for special occasions. Her trick was to use ice water (not room temperature) in the crust, roll the dough on a pastry cloth and using an unvarnished wood rolling pin. She even packed a cast iron skillet on a two-day backpack trip down Eagle Creek to fry eggs and bacon for breakfast. That’s dedication.
In the go-go years of retirement, Harold and Naomi took many trips including Elder Hostels and cruises with friends. They purchased a trailer and used it for trips to Arizona and to Brookings, OR to escape the winter inversion at home. Always they were joining with family and friends on these trips – so evenings would be a group meal and a card game for their evening entertainment. You would be amazed what she made in that tiny trailer kitchen oven. Her biggest travel adventure was a solo visit to stay with her brother Jake in Tanzania, East Africa, where she went on safari and was awed by the beauty of the country, the friendly people she met during her stay and all the wild animals in their natural environment – not in a zoo.
Naomi started going to the Hood River pool after her first knee replacement and went consistently for the next 34 years. The Hood River Valley Parks and Rec awarded her a lifetime pass when she had her 100th birthday party at the pool. She swore that her consistent exercise and socialization, at the pool, was a major contributor to her long and healthy life.
She had a huge loss when Harold died in 2015. They had been married for 67 years. She survived, but was knocked back when her son, Norman, died in 2016. Again, she picked herself up and was determined to live in the home that she loved. She was able to stay there, living alone, for 7 years. This spring she moved to Parkhurst Place where she enjoyed the care and companionship she received, and the special care provided by Bobbi’s Way.
At 103, she was the last survivor of her generation in the family. She is survived by her daughters and their husbands: Joella and Paul Dethman, Margie and Jim Byrne; three grandsons and their wives: Jesse and Joann Dethman, Craig Dethman and Joanna Volger, Matt Byrne and Lauren Kolojejchick-Kotch; and her 2 great-grandchildren: Calvin Dethman and Frances Byrne. She is also survived by many nieces, nephews, other extended family as well as many friends as she treated as her family.
A Service will be held at Anderson’s Tribute Center (Hood River, OR), Saturday, December 21, 2:00 with a reception following the ceremony. A private interment will be held at a later date.
Memorial donations can be made to FISH (food bank) or The Next Door, Inc.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.