Death Notice: Leslie Ann Durst, 72, Hood River

Leslie Ann Durst passed away on June 29th, 2026, at home in Hood River, Oregon.   Leslie was born on August 23rd, 1953, and was 72 at the time of passing.

Arrangements are under the direction of Anderson’s Tribute Center, 1401 Belmont Avenue, Hood River, Oregon 97031. Condolences may be shared with the family by visiting www.AndersonsTributeCenter.com

Death Notice: Carol Suzanne Johnson, 69, The Dalles

Carol Suzanne Johnson, a lifelong resident of The Dalles, Oregon, passed away on June 7th, 2026, in The Dalles, Oregon.   Carol was born on July 18th, 1956, in The Dalles, Oregon, to Jerrold and Elnora (Mason) Runyon.  She graduated from The Dalles High School in 1974 and was 69 at the time of her passing. 

A Service of Remembrance is planned for 4:00 p.m., Thursday, July 30th, 2026, at Anderson's Tribute Center • Celilo Chapel, 204 E. 4th Street, The Dalles, Oregon 97058.  Visit www.AndersonsTributeCenter.com to leave a note of condolence for the family.

Death Notice: Phyllis M. Shinn, 85, Husum

Phyllis M. Shinn passed away on June 19, 2026, in Husum, Washington. She was born on August 2, 1940, and was 85 years old at the time of her passing.

Arrangements are under the direction of Anderson’s Tribute Center, 1401 Belmont Avenue, Hood River, Oregon 97031. Condolences may be shared with the family by visiting www.AndersonsTributeCenter.com.

Obituary: Steven Joel “Steve” Zorza, 77, Hood River

Steven Joel “Steve” Zorza passed away peacefully at his home on Friday, November 21, 2025.

Steve was born on January 7, 1949, in Marquette, Michigan. He was the second of six children born to Ken and Angie Zorza. The family moved from Michigan to Hood River, Oregon when Steve was seven. He grew up among his siblings: older brother Ron and younger siblings Larry, Dubber, Pamela, and Scott.

Steve graduated from Hood River High School and enlisted in the U.S. Navy in March of 1968. He served in the Vietnam War and concluded his service at NSD Yokosuka, Japan, where he met Kazuko, whom he later married. After his honorable discharge in August of 1972, Steve and Kazuko returned to Hood River and made it their home. They raised two children, Jeff and Michelle.

Steve had a deep love for the outdoors and spent many days hunting and fishing with family and friends.

Steve is survived by his children, Jeff Zorza and Michelle (Joe) Cleary; his grandchildren, Owen Cleary, Jadyn Howard-Zorza, Wyatt Cleary, Finn Cleary, and Violet Cleary; and his brothers, Larry Zorza and Dubber Zorza. He is also survived by many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Ken and Angie Zorza, and his siblings Ron Zorza, Scott Zorza, and Pamela Zorza.

Military Honors for Steve are planned for 11:00 a.m., Friday, July 3rd, 2026 at Mt. View Memorial Cemetery (1235 Tucker Road, Hood River, Oregon 97031).

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: Reece Andrew Miller, 26, The Dalles

Reece Andrew Miller, age 26, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away at home on June 13, 2026.

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

Death Notice: Hayden Alexis Crowell, 22, Hood River

Hayden Alexis Crowell passed away on May 31, 2026, in Hood River, Oregon. She was born on February 14, 2004, and was 22 years old at the time of her passing.

Arrangements are under the direction of Anderson’s Tribute Center, 1401 Belmont Avenue, Hood River, Oregon 97031. Condolences may be shared with the family by visiting www.AndersonsTributeCenter.com.

Death Notice: Brenda Sue Gaither, 71, The Dalles

Brenda Sue Gaither, age 71, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away at Columbia Basin Care Facility on June 1, 2026. A Celebration of Life will be held on June 27, 2026, from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. at Bargeway Pub, 1535 Bargeway Rd., The Dalles, OR 97058.

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

Death Notice: Bessie Asai, 103, West Linn

Bessie Asai passed away on May 29th, 2026, at Hand in Hand Care Home in West Linn, Oregon.   Bessie was born on March 13th, 1923, and was 103 at the time of passing.

Services to honor Bessie are planned as follows;

 A time of viewing and to greet with family

3:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m., Saturday, June 13th, 2026 at Anderson’s Tribute Center

 Celebration of Life & Reception

11:00 a.m., Sunday, June 14th, 2026 at Anderson’s Tribute Center

*Graveside Committal to follow at Idlewilde Cemetery of Hood River, Oregon

Arrangements are under the direction of Anderson’s Tribute Center, 1401 Belmont Avenue, Hood River, Oregon 97031.  Condolences may be shared with the family by visiting www.AndersonsTributeCenter.com

Death Notice: William L. Bullack, 77, Parkdale

William L. Bullack passed away on May 27, 2026, in Mount Hood-Parkdale, Oregon. He was born on May 28, 1948, and was 77 years old at the time of his passing.

Arrangements are under the direction of Anderson’s Tribute Center, 1401 Belmont Avenue, Hood River, Oregon 97031. Condolences may be shared with the family by visiting www.AndersonsTributeCenter.com.

Death Notice: Penny Sue Deurwaarder, 79, Wamic

Penny Sue Deurwaarder, age 79, a resident of Wamic, OR, passed away at home on May 20, 2026.,

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

Death Notice: Peter Francis Jutras, 74, Hood River

Peter Francis Jutras passed away on May 7, 2026, in Hood River, Oregon. He was born on October 2, 1951, and was 74 years old at the time of his passing.

Arrangements are under the direction of Anderson’s Tribute Center, 1401 Belmont Avenue, Hood River, Oregon 97031. Condolences may be shared with the family by visiting www.AndersonsTributeCenter.com.

Death Notice: Leonora Blanche Repp, 91, Hood River

Leonora Blanche Repp passed away on May 14, 2026, in Hood River, Oregon. She was born on May 20, 1934, and was 91 years old at the time of her passing.

Arrangements are under the direction of Anderson’s Tribute Center, 1401 Belmont Avenue, Hood River, Oregon 97031. Condolences may be shared with the family by visiting www.AndersonsTributeCenter.com.

Death Notice: Irma Irene Nichols, age 61, The Dalles

Irma Irene Nichols, age 61, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away at OHSU Hospital on May 1, 2026. The Funeral Mass will be on Friday, May 15, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. at St. Peter Catholic Church. Following the Funeral Mass, there will be a viewing at Spencer, Libby, and Powell Funeral Home from 5:30 to 8:30 pm.

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

Death Notice: Karen Lee Peck, 87, Cascade Locks

Karen Lee Peck passed away on May 8th, 2026, at her home in Cascade Locks, Oregon.   Karen was born on September 11th, 1938, and was 87 at the time of passing.

Arrangements are under the direction of Anderson’s Tribute Center, 1401 Belmont Avenue, Hood River, Oregon 97031. Condolences may be shared with the family by visiting www.AndersonsTributeCenter.com

Death Notice: Kozet Ann Mitchell, 50, Tygh Valley

Kozet Ann Mitchell, age 50, a resident of Tygh Valley, OR, passed away at home on May 7, 2026.

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

Death Notice: Janet Gail Malott, 76, The Dalles,

Janet Gail Malott, age 76, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away at Adventist Health Columbia Gorge on May 5, 2026.

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

Death Notice: Lee Allan Thornton, 72, The Dalles

Lee Allan Thornton, age 72, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away April 24, 2026.

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

Death Notice: Carey Sollman, 66, Hood River

Carey Sollman passed away on April 30, 2026, at Legacy Good Samaritan Medical Center in Portland, Oregon.   Carey was born on May 4, 1959, and was 66 at the time of passing.

A memorial gathering will be held at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, June 13, 2026, at Toll Bridge Park (7360 Toll Bridge Rd, Mt Hood, OR 97041).

Arrangements are under the direction of Anderson’s Tribute Center, 1401 Belmont Avenue, Hood River, Oregon 97031. Condolences may be shared with the family by visiting www.AndersonsTributeCenter.com

Death Notice: Michael James Sandberg, 84, Rufus

Michael James Sandberg, age 84, a resident of Rufus, OR, passed away at home on April 23, 2026.

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

Death Notice: Harley E. Davidson, 95, Hood River

Harley E. Davidson passed away on April 21, 2026, at home in Hood River, Oregon.   Harley was born on January 4, 1931, and was 95 at the time of passing.

Services for Harley are planned as follows;

VIEWING

4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m., Friday, May 1st at Anderson’s Tribute Center

FUNERAL & RECEPTION

1:00 p.m., Saturday, May 2nd at Anderson’s Tribute Center

GRAVESIDE COMMITTAL

3:00 p.m., Saturday, May 2nd, at Mountain View Memorial Cemetery of Hood River

Arrangements are under the direction of Anderson’s Tribute Center, 1401 Belmont Avenue, Hood River, Oregon 97031. Condolences may be shared with the family by visiting www.AndersonsTributeCenter.com