Death Notice: James John Weeks, Jr., 77, The Dalles
Death Notice: James John Weeks, Jr., 77, The Dalles
James John Weeks, Jr. passed away on October 21, 2023, at the Oregon Veterans Home, in The Dalles, Oregon. James was born on October 6, 1946 and was 77 years old at the time of his passing.
Arrangements are under the direction of 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.
Obituary: Carmelita (Carmy) Miller, 85, Hood River
Carmelita (Carmy) Miller a longtime resident of Hood River and The Dalles passed away on October 19, 2023, in The Dalles, Oregon. Carmy was born April 17, 1938, in Hood River to Floyd and Jean Carter where she joined her brother Richard Carter in the family.
Carmelita (Carmy) Miller a longtime resident of Hood River and The Dalles passed away on October 19, 2023, in The Dalles, Oregon. Carmy was born April 17, 1938, in Hood River to Floyd and Jean Carter where she joined her brother Richard Carter in the family.
Carmy Worked many years in the Fruit industry at Duckwall. Pooley. She was also a talented artist who painted many beautiful oil paintings.
Carmy is survived by her daughter, Marti (Doyle) West of Parkdale, son Jeff Miller of Battleground, Brian (Meghan) West of Parkdale, grandson Shawn (Steffany) West of Parkdale, granddaughter Ashley Miller Green (Corey) of Battleground. Great grandson Elliot West and great-granddaughter Adalee West. Very special friend JoAnne Wilson and her son Ben of The Dalles.
She was preceded in death by her parents, ex-husband Vern Miller, brother Richard Carter, special friend Steve Flynn and her beloved cat Chico.
Services are pending a graveside committal will take place at Pine Grove Cemetery (2687 Van Horn Dr, Hood River, OR 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.
Obituary: Kenneth “Kenny” Wayne Franklin, 69, The Dalles
Kenny was raised in Maupin, Oregon, and attended South Wasco Union High School. In the mid-70s he relocated to Marion, NC with his parents where he worked in cabinetry. Kenny was a very talented artist, even teaching his painting and drawing techniques at the local community college.
Kenneth “Kenny” Wayne Franklin, age 69, passed away, on Sunday, October 8, 1954, at his home in Marion, North Carolina. Kenny was born in The Dalles, Oregon, to the late Paul Franklin, Sr. and Doris Faye Bennick.
In addition to his parents, Kenneth is preceded in death by his brother, Paul Franklin, Jr.
Kenny was raised in Maupin, Oregon, and attended South Wasco Union High School. In the mid-70s he relocated to Marion, NC with his parents where he worked in cabinetry. Kenny was a very talented artist, even teaching his painting and drawing techniques at the local community college. He also loved sharing his own personal works of art with everyone. Ken found beauty in everything including the many different mediums of art he collected, sculptures, and art from around the world. He found great joy in music, jewelry, and foreign cars. Kenny was happiest in the company of others, sharing his love, and friendship. He had a great heart, caring deeply for friends, neighbors, families, and animals. His smile and kindness will be missed dearly.
Those left to cherish Ken’s memory are his brother, Mike Franklin, and his girlfriend Linda; niece, Carol Mitchell; Carol’s children, Ellis and Noel; along several cousins located in both Oregon and North Carolina. A service will be held on Saturday, October 28th, 2023, in the chapel of Westmoreland Funeral Home in Marion. Ken's final resting place is next to his parents and brother at Murphy’s Chapel Cemetery.
