Obituary: Patricia Seneker Strle Watson-Mack, 90, The Dalles

Patricia Mack, 90 Years old

Patricia Seneker Strle Watson-Mack was born January 24, 1936, in Joliet, Illinois. Died October 8, 2026, at Hood River Post Acute Care Center in Hood River, Oregon. She was surrounded by family and friends.

She was preceded in death by her daughter Linda Strle, parents George and Margaret Seneker, and her brother Leon Seneker. She is survived by her children Rich (Mary) Strle, Terry (Steve Ferree) Strle, Ron (Donald Skillestad) Strle, and Robert (Brenda) Strle. Her sister-in-law Rita Seneker. Eight grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.

Patricia was a true Roaming Catholic. Moving from Joliet, Patricia lived in Fairbanks, Alaska; Las Vegas, Nevada; Long Beach, California; and Sedona, Arizona; and settled in The Dalles, Oregon, 12 years ago.

A celebration of life will be held at a later date.

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

Obituary: Kenneth “Ken” Wayne Nierman, 98, The Dalles

Kenneth “Ken” Wayne Nierman passed away peacefully in his sleep, surrounded by a lifetime of love, just days before his 99th birthday.

Ken was born in October 1927 and raised on a farm near Osmond, Nebraska. It was there that he learned the value of hard work and developed a lifelong talent for growing just about anything—although his family would tell you that his corn and potatoes were particularly hard to beat.

After graduating from high school near the end of World War II, Ken answered the call to serve his country. His military service ultimately took him to the US Navy, where he served as a Yeoman First Class. Following his active-duty service, he continued serving in the Naval Reserve.

In 1952, Ken married the love of his life, Norma Kenny. Their marriage became the foundation of a family and a life they built together over more than seven decades. Just this September, Ken and Norma celebrated an extraordinary 74 years of marriage—a testament to a love and partnership that endured nearly a lifetime.

Ken was happiest outdoors, especially when he was hunting, fishing, tending a garden, or simply spending time with the people he loved. Above all else, family was at the heart of his life.

He leaves behind his beloved wife, Norma; his son, Doug Nierman; and his daughter, Janna Hage, and her husband, Garry.  His legacy continues through his grandchildren,  Jason Hage and his wife, Nickie;    Nicole Ryan and her husband, Nick; and through his four great-grandchildren, Maggie Ryan, Eames Ryan, Brody Hage, and Gunner Hage. He is also survived by his younger sister Joan Schulz of Norfolk, Nebraska, and numerous nieces and nephews in Nebraska.

Ken was preceded in death by his parents, Laura and Elmer Niermann, and his younger brother, Norman, who surely were there to greet him at the pearly gates.

Nearly 99 years is a remarkable amount of time to spend on this earth, and Ken filled those years with service to the church, faith in his Lord, love of family, friends and laughter. He lived long enough to see generations of his family grow around him, to celebrate 74 years beside the woman he loved, and to leave this world peacefully knowing just how deeply he was loved.

He will be greatly missed and lovingly remembered.

In lieu of flowers the family has requested donations be made to Faith Lutheran Church in Ken's name.

A Memorial Service will be held at Faith Lutheran Church, 2810 W 10th St., The Dalles, OR 97058, on October 17, 2026, at 11:00 AM. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.

Obituary: Jerry Dean Berry, 69, Hood River

Jerry Dean Berry passed away on October 5, 2025, at Providence St. Vincent Medical Center in Portland, Oregon, at the age of 69.

Jerry was born in Hood River, Oregon, to Elvin Berry and Bertha (McQuillan) Berry on April 1, 1956. He spent most of his life in Hood River, where he made his home and built lasting relationships with family and friends. Jerry worked for Duckwall as a forklift driver and took great pride in his work.

A true outdoorsman, Jerry loved to fish and could often be found by the water with a fishing pole in hand. Beyond his hobbies, Jerry was a devoted believer and follower of Jesus Christ, his Lord and Savior. He was an active participant in local AA programs, always willing to help others through their journeys of recovery and faith.

Jerry is survived by his twin daughters, Jessica Berry and Melissa Spurlock, and her husband, Rick Spurlock, all of Harrison, Arkansas. He was a proud grandfather to five grandchildren and great-grandfather to five great-grandchildren, all living in Harrison, Arkansas. He is also survived by his late wife’s three daughters and several grandchildren, all residing in Oregon.

Jerry’s surviving siblings include Mike Berry and his wife Nancy Berry of Wichita, Kansas, and Diane Cochran and her husband Don Cochran of Hood River, Oregon. He also leaves behind several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Carol Berry.

Jerry Berry was a man of quiet strength, deep faith, and a generous heart. He walks with God and dances with salmon.

Services to honor and celebrate Jerry’s life will be held on Tuesday, October 14, 2025, as follows:

A time for viewing and a special video tribute will take place from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon at Anderson's Tribute Center (1401 Belmont Avenue, Hood River, Oregon).
A Graveside Committal Service will follow at 2:00 p.m. at Mountain View Memorial Cemetery (1235 Tucker Road, Hood River, Oregon).

To leave a message of condolence for the family, please visit www.AndersonsTributeCenter.com

Death Notice: Don Dennis Norton, 74, Klickitat

Don Dennis Norton, age 74, a resident of Klickitat, WA, passed away at Adventist Health Columbia Gorge on October 9, 2025.

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

Death Notice: Maude Virginia Brown “Ginger”, 89, Hood River

Maude Virginia Brown “Ginger” passed away on October 9, 2025, at Providence Hood River Memorial Hospital in Hood River, Oregon. Maude was born on August 29, 1936, and was 89 years of age at the time of passing.  

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.