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Celebration of Life: Mona Nell Wilson, 79

Celebration of Life: Mona Nell Wilson, 79

Mona Nell Wilson passed away on July 28th, 2024 at Providence Portland Medical Center in Portland, Oregon. Mona was born February 23rd, 1945, and was 79 years of age at the time of passing.  

A celebration of life for Mona will be held 1:00 P.M., Thursday, August 8th, 2024 at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints at 1825 May Street, Hood River, Oregon 97031, with a reception to follow. Mona will be laid to rest at White Salmon Cemetery following her services.

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

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.

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Celebration of Life: Jared Glenn David Cornell, 45

Celebration of Life: Jared Glenn David Cornell, 45

THE CORNELL FAMILY INVITES YOU TO CELEBRATE THE LIFE OF JARED GLENN DAVID CORNELL

JARED GLENN DAVID CORNELL

The Cornell family invites you to celebrate the life of Jared Glenn David Cornell. Jared passed away on November 16th, 2023, at the age of 45.

Jared is survived by his beautiful three daughters: Reghan, Teagen, Taryn, his devoted wife, Adria, best friends and brothers, Anthony and Bryant, and his loving parents, Nonie and Dave.

Jared was a loving family man who was invested in not only the community but also in helping others generously with his time and energy wherever he could.

Please consider joining friends and family at noon on December 16th at Reser Stadium, Club House, 660 SW 26th St., Corvallis, Ore. There will be plenty of parking.

The family encourages friends and colleagues to send pictures for slideshow consideration, and if you have a favorite Jared story,  anecdote, or thoughts you wish to share, please send them in writing to: JAREDCORNELLCELEBRATIONOFLIFE@GMAIL.COM

If you're so inclined to bless and support Adria and the girls during this challenging time, there will be the opportunity to drop cards or monetary gifts at the celebration of life.

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Celebration of Life: Tiffany Kaye Funk, 34, The Dalles

Celebration of Life: Tiffany Kaye Funk, 34, The Dalles

Tiffany Kaye Funk, age 34, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away on April 1, 2023. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home is in care of arrangements.

A Celebration of life will be held at Sorosis Park 300 E Scenic Drive, The Dalles, OR, 97058, on August 5, 2023, at 12:00 p.m. This is an alcohol and drug-free gathering so please respect the famili’s wishes while we celebrate Tiffany.

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Celebration of Life: Ron & Dewanda Clark, May 13 at 11:30 a.m.

Celebration of Life: Ron & Dewanda Clark, May 13 at 11:30 a.m.

May 13, 2023 

11:30 am – 2:30 pm

St. Paul’s Episcopal Church

1805 Minnesota St.

The Dalles, OR  97058


The family of Ron & Dewanda Clark would like to invite you to attend a celebration of life service in their honor. Dewanda served The Dalles community for over 68 years as a volunteer in city, regional and national positions and her life’s work was improving the lives of others. Ron was born and raised in The Dalles and returned after college to become a partner in a CPA firm and volunteer his financial prowess for several organizations.

Nothing gave them more joy than being a part of this community and enjoying all the friendships they made over the years. A luncheon, slide presentation and time to share your favorite stories about them will follow the church ceremony in Tayler Hall. They both loved the flowers that spring brings, so please wear bright colors to contribute to the celebration. In lieu of flowers, a scholarship has been established in their memory that will allow TDHS graduates to further their career aspirations. The family will take great comfort in connecting with all that attend.

In lieu of flowers, please donate to:

Clark Memorial Fund

North Wasco County School District No. 21 

Scholarship Foundation

220 East 10th Street

The Dalles, OR 97058

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Celebration of Life set for Doug Leash on Sept. 17

The Doug Leash Memorial Art/Architecture Scholarship has been set up in his honor. Donations may be made to: NWCSD #21 Scholarship Foundation, c/o Jeannie Nelson, 220 E 10th St, The Dalles, OR 97058

Kenneth Douglas Leash

Born 1/4/39 Passed 2/4/22

A Celebration of Life will take place at St. Peter’s Landmark, Saturday, Sept. 17th at 1:00 p.m., with a reception to immediately follow at the Bargeway Pub.

Contact Michael Leash at 541.340.0892 or MLeash@TDHGI.com for more information.

The Doug Leash Memorial Art/Architecture Scholarship has been set up in his honor. Donations may be made to: NWCSD #21 Scholarship Foundation, c/o Jeannie Nelson, 220 E 10th St, The Dalles, OR 97058

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Celebration of Life on Sept. 17: Kenneth Douglas Leash, The Dalles

Celebration of Life on Sept. 17: Kenneth Douglas Leash, The Dalles

Kenneth Douglas Leash

Jan. 4, 1939 - Feb. 2, 2022

A Celebration of Life for Kenneth Douglas Leash will take place at St. Peter’s Landmark, Saturday, Sept. 17th at 1:00 p.m. A reception will follow immediately after at the Bargeway Pub Event Venue. Contact Taunie or Michael Leash at 541.340.0892 or MLeash@TDHGI.com for more information.

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Celebration of Life: Beatrice Louise Dick, The Dalles

Celebration of Life: Beatrice Louise Dick, The Dalles

Beatrice Louise Dick, age 97, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away on December 4, 2021. A celebration of life will be held at the Bargeway Pub in The Dalles, OR, on June 23, 2022, at 2:00 p.m. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home is in care of arrangements.

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Celebration of Life: Kyle M Wood (Berry), Hood River

Celebration of Life: Kyle M Wood (Berry), Hood River

Kyle M Wood (Berry) passed away on November 4, 2021, at his home in Hood River, Oregon. Kyle was born on November 5, 1973, and was 47 years old at the time of his passing. 

A Luncheon for Kyle will be held at 2:00 p.m., Monday, June 11th, 2022 at 4385 Willow Flat Dr. Hood River, OR. We will gather to share our favorite memories and stories, laugh, cry, and remember a wonderful person who is greatly missed.  

Arrangements are under the direction of Anderson's Tribute Center (Funerals • Receptions • Cremations) 1401 Belmont Avenue, Hood River, Oregon  97031.  Visit www.AndersonsTributeCenter.com to leave a note of condolence for the family.

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Celebration of Life: Jim & Virginia McClain, Hood River

Celebration of Life: Jim & Virginia McClain, Hood River

Both Jim and Virginia passed away during the pandemic when restrictions didn’t allow for family to gather with friends and celebrate their lives.

A time to celebrate Jim’s & Virginia's lives is planned for 11:00 a.m., Saturday, May 14th, 2022 at Anderson's Tribute Center (Funerals • Receptions • Cremations) 1401 Belmont Avenue, Hood River, Oregon 97031.

Virginia McClain passed away on March 14, 2020, in Hood River, Oregon.  Virginia was born April 1, 1929, and was 90 years of age at the time of her passing.  

James “Jim” McClain passed away on January 28, 2022, in Hood River, Oregon.   Jim was born on August 16, 1928, and was 93 years of age at the time of his passing.  

Jim & Virginia have been laid to rest with private services at the Pine Grove Butte Cemetery.  Visit www.AndersonsTributeCenter.com to leave a note of condolence for the family.

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