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Death Notice: Deborah Lou Kratzer, 74, Wasco

Deborah Lou Kratzer, age 74, a resident of Wasco, OR, passed away at Adventist Health Columbia Gorge on February 28, 2026. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.

Spencer, Libby and Powell in care of arrangements.

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Death Notice: Dorothy Dean Gosson, 93, The Dalles

Dorothy Dean Gosson, age 93, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away at Flagstone Retirement and Assisted Living on February 14, 2026.

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

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Death Notice: Steven “Steve” Barnes, 77, Stevenson

Steven “Steve” Barnes passed away on November 15th, 2024, in Stevenson, Washington. Steven was born June 4th, 1947, and was 77 years of age at the time of passing.

A Memorial Service is planned for 2:00 p.m., Saturday, April 12th, 2025 at Hegewald Center, 710 SW Rock Creek Drive, Stevenson, Washington (no potluck to follow). Pastor Matt Califf of Skamania Community Church will officiate Steve’s service.

Arrangements are under the direction of Gardner Funeral Home (156 NE Church Avenue, White Salmon, Washington).

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