Death Notice: Keith Louis Hockman, 85, The Dalles

Keith Louis Hockman, age 85, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away at the Oregon Veterans Home on January 7, 2026. A Viewing will be held on January 30, 2026, from 4 - 7 p.m., and the Funeral Service will be held on January 31, 2026, at 12 p.m. Both will be held at Spencer, Libby, and Powell Funeral Home, 1100 Kelly Ave., The Dalles, OR.

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

Obituary: Patricia Anne Alfson Hartley (“Trish”), 56, The Dalles

Patricia Anne Alfson Hartley, lovingly known as “Trish,” passed away on January 8, 2026. She was born on January 25, 1969, in Madison, South Dakota, to Terry and Dee Alfson.

Trish spent her early childhood in Madison before her family moved to Aberdeen, South Dakota, where she began her elementary education. In 1981, she relocated to The Dalles, Oregon, where she attended The Dalles Middle School and later graduated from The Dalles High School in 1987.

Trish continued her education at Western Oregon State College, earning her Bachelor of Science degree in Business in 1992. Her strong work ethic and dedication began early—while still in high school, she started working for Edward Jones in 1987 alongside her father. After college, she built a long and respected career with Edward Jones, serving as a Branch Office Administrator in Canby, Oregon, and later moving to McMinnville, where she spent the remainder of her career as a Senior Branch Office Administrator.

Trish married Mike in 1996, and together they built a life centered around family and love. She was a devoted mother to her two daughters, Hannah (born in 1997) and Madeline (born in 2000), and she was incredibly proud of the women they became.

In addition to her career and family, Trish gave back to her community through years of service as a board member for Care for Kids, an organization she supported with time, dedication, and heart.

Trish’s personality filled every room she entered. She enjoyed NASCAR, football (especially cheering on her favorite team, the Seattle Seahawks), and had a deep love for the USA and patriotism. She also loved playing Pokeno, watching movies and TV, and most of all, spending meaningful time with friends and family.

Trish is survived by her husband, Mike Hartley; daughters Hannah Hartley and Madeline Esparza (and son-in-law Andres Esparza); her parents, Terry Alfson and Dee Alfson; brother Christopher Alfson (and sister-in-law Heather Lostrom); sisters Tara Donivan (and brother- in-law Ben Donivan) and Heather Runyon (and brother-in-law JR Runyon); niece Olivia Steadman (and nephew-in-law Connor Steadman); nieces Emma Alfson, Morgan Donivan, and Sadie Runyon; nephews Nolan Donivan and Logan Runyon; and great-niece Oaklee Steadman.

Service Details

A Funeral Mass Service will be held on January 16, 2026, at 2:00 PM at Saint Peter’s Catholic Church in The Dalles, Oregon, with Father Rene officiating.

A Celebration of Life will also be planned for late spring or early summer. Additional details

will be shared once a date has been confirmed. All are welcome to attend both the Funeral Mass and the Celebration of Life as we gather to honor and remember Trish.

In Trish’s memory, and because her favorite color was purple, guests are encouraged to wear purple if they wish.

Trish will be cremated, and her remains will be distributed among family in places that meant the most to her—Hawaii during our family trip, as well as The Dalles and McMinnville, Oregon.

Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Spencer, Libby & Powell Funeral Home, The Dalles, Oregon.

The family would like to extend a special and sincere thank you to the entire Providence Medical Team, especially the staff in the ICU and on the 5G floor. Their exceptional care, kindness, and compassion truly made a difference during an incredibly difficult time. They fought right alongside us as we prayed and hoped for Trish’s life, and their unwavering support will never be forgotten. We cannot thank them enough.

Trish will be deeply missed and forever remembered for her love, loyalty, and the joy she brought to everyone who knew her. Trish lived her life with a selfless and giving spirit, always putting others before herself. She was an inspiration to everyone who had the privilege of knowing her and being in her presence. With her warm smile and contagious laugh, she had a way of lighting up every room she entered. Her strength, courage, and unwavering love for those around her will never be forgotten.

Obituary: Kristy Marie Hloucha (Mann), 47, The Dalles

Kristy Marie Hloucha (Mann) was born on October 25th, 1978, in The Dalles, Oregon, alongside her identical twin sister Chasity Jeffers to her mother Linda Huteson and biological father Daniel Mann. She was raised by her stepfather, Wayland Huteson, alongside her younger sister Anne Loop.

Kristy graduated from The Dalles High School in 1997. In 2010, she married Will Hloucha at St. Peter’s Catholic Church. Their loving marriage lasted until Will’s passing in 2019.

Kristy was known for her kindness and caring nature, especially towards children. She dedicated over a decade of her life to working as a daycare teacher at St. Mary’s. Her patience, warmth, and gentle spirit touched countless young lives and families.

Kristy is survived by her mother, Linda Huteson; her father, Wayland Huteson; her identical twin sister, Chasity Jeffers; her sister, Anne Loop; her nieces, Sharon Burnham, Athena Huteson, and Mae Loop; and her nephew, Jake Loop.

She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Will Hloucha, and her biological father, Daniel Mann. Kristy peacefully passed away on January 8th, 2026, and has now joined her loved ones in heaven.

A Funeral Mass for Kristy will be held on January 17th at 10:00 am with a Rosary Service prior at 9:30 a.m. at St. Peter’s Catholic Church. A luncheon will be held after the services at the St. Peter’s Parish Center. Her ashes will be buried at St. Peter’s Cemetery, alongside her late husband, Will.

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

Obituary: Jack Lee Harmon, 90, The Dalles

Jack Lee Harmon, at the age of 90, passed away peacefully on December 11th at Harmony Adult Foster Home in The Dalles. He was born on June 1, 1935, to Lena and Ace Harmon in La Grande, Oregon. He graduated from high school in1953 and continued at Eastern Oregon College, graduating with a degree in Education.

Jack enlisted in the National Guard for three years and was honorably discharged in 1959. In 1955, Jack married his high school sweetheart, Una Mae Leavitt, and spent 70 years together, raising four boys (Jeff, Kurt, Rod, and Mitchell).

Jack is survived by his wife, Una Mae; children, Jeff, wife Laurie, Kurt, wife Marian, Rod, wife Patty, Mitch, wife Lacero; two sisters, Phyllis Taylor and Dixie Miller. Jack has 9 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren. Preceding his death are his parents and two brothers, David and Charles Harmon.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Alzheimer’s Association or charity of choice.

Service in his memory will be held at The Dalles Middle School Commons room on January 18, 2026, at 1:00 p.m.

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

Death Notice: Betty Jean McGee, 94, The Dalles

Betty Jean McGee, age 94, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away at home on January 4, 2026.

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

Death Notice: Constance (Connie) Mae Glesener, 96, The Dalles

Constance (Connie) Mae Glesener, age 96, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away at the Oregon Veterans Home on December 27, 2025.

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

Death Notice: Zelta Marie Wasson, 102, The Dalles

Zelta Marie Wasson, age 102, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away at The Springs at Mill Creek on December 22, 2025.

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

Death Notice: David Eugene Staehnke, age 83, aThe Dalles

David Eugene Staehnke, age 83, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away at a local Care Facility on December 15, 2025.

A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.

Death Notice: Jack Lee Harmon, 90, The Dalles

Jack Lee Harmon, age 90, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away December 11, 2025.

A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home is in care of arrangements.

Death Notice: Shirley May Mattson, 91, The Dalles

Shirley May Mattson, age 91, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away at home on December 11, 2025.

A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.

Death Notice: Jenny Fay Mathews, 64, The Dalles

Jenny Fay Mathews, age 64, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away at Providence St. Vincent Medical Center on December 10, 2025.

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

Death Notice: Virginia Sue Bark, 84, The Dalles

Virginia Sue Bark, age 84, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away at home on December 11, 2025.

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

Death Notice: John William Byers, 93, The Dalles

John William Byers, age 93, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away at Columbia Basin Care Facility on December 8, 2025. A public viewing will be held on Friday, December 12, 2025, from 2 to 6 p.m. at Spencer, Libby, and Powell Funeral Home. Per John’s request, a private family Graveside Service will be held.

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

Death Notice: Alvin Edward Brown, 70, The Dalles

Alvin Edward Brown passed away on November 27, 2025, in The Dalles, Oregon. Alvin was born on December 4, 1954, and was 70 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.

Death Notice: Jerry D Vowels Sr, 67, The Dalles

Jerry D Vowels Sr, age 67, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away at home on November 17, 2025.

A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home is in care of arrangements.

Obituary: Irene Louise Carstens Kornegay, 79, The Dalles

Irene was born July 25, 1946, to Lorraine (Hileman) and Earl “Bud” Carstens in Pendleton, Oregon, and graduated from Pendleton High School in 1964. Later that yea,r she enrolled at Eastern Oregon College, majoring in Art where she met her husband of 60 years, Charles “Chuck” Kornegay. The two married in 1965 and welcomed their first daughter in LaGrande. In the summer of 1969, they relocated to The Dalles for Chuck’s teaching job at The Dalles High School. They welcomed two more daughters in 1970 and 1971.

Irene worked at Dry Hollow Elementary as a Playground and Special Education Paraprofessional from 1975 to 1988. In 1988, she was hired as an Executive Office Manager at Columbia Aluminum/Goldendale Aluminum Company. In 1993, she was promoted to Retirement Plan Administrator, where she worked until the plant closed.

Irene enjoyed her retirement and hosting extravagant holiday parties at the house she and her husband built. Her days were spent listening/dancing to rock-n-roll music with her husband, spending time with her grandkids, gardening, designing and decorating her home, and creating elaborate Halloween costumes. Some of her favorite projects were sewing all three daughters’ wedding dresses.

Irene is survived by her husband Chuck, three daughters: Shannon (Tim) Carrier, Kristen (Jai) Ringer, and Dawn Marie (Terry) Hert; five grandchildren: Avery (Nikki) Ringer, Clayton (Elizabeth) Ringer, Charlie Hert, Courtney Hert, and Amber (Matt) Boggs; and three great-granddaughters: Parker, Kinsey and Scarlet; two very special people who were considered her “spare children”: Julia O’Hara-Kock and Bill Dey, numerous nieces, nephews and her best friend of nearly 50 years Roseann Coyle.

A Celebration of Life is planned for Saturday, December 13, 2025, from Noon to 3 p.m. at the Bargeway Pub in The Dalles. In lieu of flowers, please consider a Memorial Contribution in Irene’s name to The Dalles Art Center at www.thedallesartcenter.org or mail: 220 E Fourth St, The Dalles, OR 97058.

Obituary: Ralph Olin Browning, 77, The Dalles

Ralph Olin Browning, age 77, passed away peacefully in his home on November 24, 2025. He was born on May 12, 1948, to Robert Olin Browning and Marian Jean Davis Browning, and he grew up in The Dalles, Oregon.

Ralph graduated from Wahtonka High School in 1966, where he served as Honor Society President and Class President. A talented student-athlete, he played football, basketball, and ran track. He continued his education at the University of Oregon and Western Oregon College of Education, later earning his Bachelor of Science degree in Fisheries from Oregon State University.

He proudly served his country in the United States Navy for four years as a submariner and diver. Following his service, Ralph worked across Alaska in Kodiak, Afognak Island, and Seward, as well as in Baker City, Oregon, and Boise, Idaho. He retired from the U.S. Forest Service after more than 30 years of dedicated service.

Ralph was an avid outdoorsman with a deep love for salmon and steelhead fishing, as well as waterfowl hunting. He cherished friendships and enjoyed spending time socializing with friends at The River Tap.

Ralph’s memory will be carried on by his brother, Robert Lee Browning, his sister, Carol Jean Rousseau, and many nieces and nephews who loved him dearly. He was preceded in death by his parents, Robert Olin Browning and Marian Jean Davis Browning, and his brother-in-law, Alan Rousseau.

He will be remembered for his humor, his kindness, his dedication, and the strong community of loved ones whose lives he touched. Ralph leaves behind a legacy of service, laughter, and a life lived to the fullest.

Death Notice: Irene Louise Kornegay, 79, The Dalles

Irene Louise Kornegay, age 79, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away at home on November 29, 2025. A Celebration of Life will be held Saturday, December 13, 2025, 12 - 3 p.m. at Bargeway Pub in The Dalles, OR.

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

Death Notice: Randall Scott Garland, 56, The Dalles

Randall Scott Garland, age 56, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away at home on November 21, 2025.

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

Death Notice: Virgie Pearl Gaston, 83, The Dalles

Virgie Pearl Gaston passed away on October 21, 2025, in Portland, Oregon. Virgie was born on December 21, 1941, and was 83 years of age at the time of her passing. A Funeral Service for Virgie will be held on Monday, November 10th, 2025, at 1:00 p.m. at Anderson’s Tribute Center (1401 Belmont Ave, 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.