Obituary: Donzella Schlager, 99, The Dalles

Donzella Schlager passed away on July 27, 2026, at The Springs in The Dalles, Oregon. Donzella was born the oldest of three children to Thomas J Wilson and Viola E Granger on October 1, 1926, in Scottsbluff, Nebraska.

Donzella was raised in Lingle, Wyoming, on a sheep farm. She helped with farm chores, riding horses and herding sheep in the hills. During school, she was active with 4-H, sports, music, and led the marching band. Her band was selected to play at the 1943 Cheyenne Frontier Days. Donzella graduated from Lingle High School in 1944. She married Ruben Schlager on July 22, 1944, and started her family while helping with the sugar beet farm.

After selling the farm, Donzella and Ruben moved to Oregon. Donzella was adventurous and followed Ruben wherever he needed to go for work. They settled in The Dalles, Oregon, in 1963. Donzella was well known in the community and worked as a Census gatherer for Wasco County and as an administrative assistant for both the Red Cross and United Way. Her final job was clerk at JCPenney.

Donzella was a woman who loved God and was a devoted member of First Christian Church where she mentored young Christians, taught Sunday School and Vacation Bible School. She sang in many choirs and served in both visible ways and behind the scenes at church.

Donzella was a fine quilter and demonstrated techniques at the Discovery Center for years. She was an excellent seamstress and knitter. She belonged to the Democratic Women’s Organization and the Toastmistress Club. She was always proud that she and Ruben attended Jimmy Carter’s inauguration and ball in Washington, D.C. Donzella was a Girl Scout and Boy Scout leader. She loved to read and taught her children a love of reading. She enjoyed writing, especially genealogy and poetry. Donzella loved traveling and visiting her children.

Donzella loved to dance with her husband Ruben. They were members of the Eagles and danced there often. While visiting family in Idaho, she danced withLawrence Welk and said he was a “talented” dancer. In retirement, Donzella and Ruben built a home in a small orchard and sold cherries, apricots, and fresh produce.

Donzella is survived by her sister, Edith B Saunders; her six children: Gabriella Sue (Rick), Lee Ann, James, Beth (Greg), Russell (Angela), and David (Cindy). A special son, Dennis Morgan (Shannon), and Daughter-in- Law Connie. She has 11 grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren, and 3 great-great-grandchildren, along with many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her husband Ruben, her parents, brother Tom Wilson, and many brothers and sisters-in-law and nieces and nephews.

A celebration of life will be held Monday, August 10, 2026, at 11:00 AM at First Christian Church in The Dalles. Memorial contributions may be sent to First Christian Church, 909 Court Street, The Dalles, OR 97058, or Bristol Hospice, 407 Portway Ave. Suite 201, Hood River, OR 97031.

Obituary: Mavis Ann Prinzing, 92, Hood River

Mavis Ann Prinzing, a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend, passed away in Oregon City on May 23, 2025, due to complications from pneumonia.

 Born on January 6, 1933, in Warsaw, Missouri, Mavis eventually made her way west to Hood River, Oregon, where she built a beautiful life. It was there she met and married Gerald “Jerry” Prinzing, and together they raised four children: Sherriee, Jay, Russell, and Kelly.

 Mavis raised her family in the Assembly of God church, grounding her children in faith and love. Her spiritual life remained central throughout the years, and she was a devoted member of River of Life , attending faithfully until the end of her life.

 She had a creative spirit and a deep love for making beautiful things. Mavis was especially passionate about ceramics and poured her heart into every piece she crafted. Her talents also extended to crocheting and quilting—she had a special love for fabric and could often be found working on something with her hands, bringing comfort and beauty into the lives of those around her.

 Mavis was immensely proud of her growing family, leaving behind seven grandchildren and four great-grandchildren who will carry on her legacy of love, creativity, and resilience.

 She was preceded in death by her beloved husband Jerry, her son Russell, and her great-granddaughter Serria.

 A celebration of life will be held on August 6th at 11:00 AM at Anderson Funeral Home, with a burial to follow at 1:00 PM.

 Mavis will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered for her faith, her warmth, her artistry, and her quiet strength.

 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.