Death Notice: Geraldean “Geri” Edna Martin, 55, Hood River

Geraldean “Geri” Edna Martin passed away on July 18th, 2024 in Hood River, Oregon. Geri was born on April 17th, 1969, and was 55 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.

Death Notice: Jaimé Michelle Gehrig, 42

Jaimé Michelle Gehrig passed away on July 5th, 2024 at OHSU Hospital in Portland, Oregon. Jaimé was born on August 11th, 1981, and was 42 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.

Death Notice: Wayne R. Kaplan-Coleman, 66, Hood River

Wayne R. Kaplan-Coleman passed away on July 6th, 2024 at his home in Hood River, Oregon. Wayne was born September 22nd, 1957, and was 66 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.

Death Notice: Janette Lorene Hoff, 81, Hood River

Janette Lorene Hoff passed away on June 28th, 2024 in Hood River, Oregon. Janette was born on February 10th, 1943. She was 81 years of age at the time of passing.  

Services are planned for 3:00 p.m., Saturday, July 19th, 2024 at 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: Sandy Glenn, 71, Hood River

Sandy Glenn passed away July 8th, 2024 at her home in Hood River, Oregon. Sandy was born July 25th, 1952. She was 71 years of age at the time of passing.

Services are planned for 11:00 a.m., Sunday, July 21st, 2024 at Anderson's Tribute Center • 1401 Belmont Avenue, Hood River, Oregon 97031. A private graveside will follow at Willamette National Cemetery of Portland, Oregon.

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Death Notice: Ubaldo Flores Mota, SR, 72, Hood River

Ubaldo Flores Mota, SR  passed away July 6th, 2024 at Providence Medical Center in Portland, Oregon. Ubaldo was born June 21st, 1952  and was 72 years of age at the time of passing.  

Services are planned as follows;

A TIME OF VIEWING

 9:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m., Monday, July 15th, 2024 at Anderson's Tribute Center • 1401 Belmont Avenue, Hood River, Oregon 97031.  

ROSARY & MASS

5:45p.m., Monday, July 15th, 2024 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church • 1501 Belmont Avenue, Hood River, Oregon 97031.  

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En español

Ubaldo Flores Mota, SR falleció el 6 de Julio 2024 en Providence Medical Center de Portland Oregon. Ubaldo nació 21 de Junio 1952 y tenia 72 años de edad cuando falleció. 

 Sus servicios serán los siguientes: 

TIEMPO DE VELACIÓN: 

9:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M., Lunes 15 de Julio 2024 en Anderson’s Tribute Center (1401 Balmont Ave, Hood River, OR, 97031).

 MISA Y ROSARIO:

5:45 P.M., Lunes, 15 de Julio 2024 en la iglesia católica St. Mary’s (1501 Belmont Ave, Hood River, OR 97031. 

 Visite www.AndersonsTributeCenter.com para dejar una nota de condolencia a la familia. 

Death Notice: Bruce Norman Hinman, JR., 44, Hood River

Bruce Norman Hinman, JR.

April 1, 1980 - July 7, 2024

BJ’s untimely passing leaves much heartache with his family and friends.

Services at Anderson's Tribute Center • 1401 Belmont Avenue, Hood River, Oregon 97031 are pending and will be announced soon.

Donations to assist with BJ’s cremation and memorial service can be made directly to Anderson’s Tribute Center.

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Obituary: Leon Edward Reed, 86, Cascade Locks

Leon Edward Reed was born February 8, 1938, in Oklahoma City, OK, to Herbert Elmer Reed and Eula Govie (Gales) Reed. On July 3rd, 2024, Leon went home to The Lord at age 86.

Leon graduated from Leedey High School in Oklahoma, where his adult journey began at 17, with only $20 in his pocket. With $20 he traveled to Florence Oregon where he met his first wife Betty C Haskell. They married on June 17th, 1956, and had four daughters before the divorce. Leon remarried Dorene Alise (Strunk) Grace on August 11th, 1978. Together they celebrated 44 years of marriage, where Leon added to his family caring for Dorene’s daughter and son.

Leon was a talented jack of all trades. He worked many jobs from detailing cars, being a millwright at the sawmills, owning his service station, receiving his electrician license and becoming an electrician, owning the Reed Furniture store, farming, being a caregiver, and being a maintenance worker at Roger Mills County Courthouse. Leon and Dorene began their marriage in Heppner, Oregon where they both worked at a local sawmill and potato plant. They then moved to Leedey Oklahoma and lived on the Reed family homestead for 41 years. In October 2021 they moved to Cascade Locks, Oregon with their daughter and son-in-law (Debra and Dan).

He was preceded in death by his loving wife Doreen Reed, his parents; Herbert Elmer Reed and Eula Govie (Gales) Reed, grandchildren; Pamela Ferguison, James Sharp, and Michael Ferguison and great-granddaughter Lilian Medina.

Leon grew a large and loving family that included Debra Reed-Sharp and Dan Sharp, Kathy (Reed) and Gene Bolin, Robbin (Reed) Ferguison, Meschelle (Grace) and Hal Whitaker, Clay, and Lolita Grace, Kimberly (Reed) and Colin Williams. He loved all 16 grandchildren, 37 great-grandchildren, and 1 great, great-grandchild.

You will be missed by us all.

Services are planned for 11:00 a.m., Saturday, July 27th, 2024 at Cascade Locks Community Church (5 SW Benson Ave, Cascade Locks, OR 97014).

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: Carrie Nelson, 67, Hood River

Carrie Nelson passed away July 4th, 2024 at her home in Hood River, Oregon. Carrie was born May 2, 1957 and was 67 years of age at the time of passing.

Services are pending with 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: Lyle W. Simonds, 98, Hood River

Lyle W. Simonds a longtime resident of Hood River, Oregon having moved here in 1948 passed away June 17th, 2024 at his residence in Salem, Oregon where he has lived since 1988.  Lyle was born February 16th, 1926 in Needmore, North Carolina and he was 98 years of age at the time of passing.  

SERVICES FOR LYLE ARE AS FOLLOWS:

Visitation & Viewing

4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Friday, July 19th, 2024 Anderson's Tribute Center • 1401 Belmont Avenue, Hood River, Oregon 97031.  

Celebration of Life, Military Honors & Reception

11:00 a.m., Saturday, July 20th, 2024 Anderson's Tribute Center • 1401 Belmont Avenue, Hood River, Oregon 97031.  

Graveside Rites

1:00 p.m., Saturday, July 20th, 2024 at Idlewilde Cemetery of Hood River, Oregon.

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Death Notice: Daniel Alan Bell (Dan), 52 Hood River

Daniel Alan Bell (Dan), born June 22nd, 1971, passed away unexpectedly in his sleep on June 8th, 2024 in Hood River, Oregon. He was 52 at the time of his passing.

He was born in Denver, Colorado, and grew up in a loving family. He attended Colorado State University to study medicine, but after a summer in Medford, OR working in the woods, he switched his major to forestry. He worked various jobs, including clerking at a law firm and starting a tree maintenance business, before going back to school and obtaining his J.D. at North Carolina Central University School of Law. He worked for over a decade as a Program Director with The Nature Conservancy in North Carolina and Oregon where he protected long-leaf pine and woodpeckers, Willamette Valley grasslands, and oak habitats. He joined Friends of the Columbia Gorge in 2018 as the Land Trust Director where he fell into stride working with many diverse partners to protect lands in the Columbia Gorge. He often represented the organization at public events and inspired attendees with his commitment to environmental justice and preservation and entertained them with his subtle wit and understated humor.

Dan met the love of his life, Heather, when they were both working for The Nature Conservancy in Oregon – Heather in the Klamath Basin and Dan in the Willamette Valley. They fell in love over craft beers, a house remodel, Dan’s impeccable skill at strategic planning, and a bet on when the Klamath dams would come out. They wed in 2018 at a backyard ceremony at the couple’s home in Hood River where they lived happily close to the Columbia River, with lovely views of Mount Hood and Mount Adams. They enjoyed traveling back to Denver each Christmas to spend time and share good food and laughter with Dan’s family. Dan never sat still and was always actively building or fixing things around the house or in the yard. He enjoyed gardening, remodeling kitchens, rescuing hound dogs, the Denver Broncos, and recently, mastering sourdough bread. He is survived by his wife Heather Hendrixson, his mother Deanna Miller, his brother Matt Bell and nephew Aiden; his sister Michelle Keely, her husband Mike and their son Mason; his Aunts Judy Kenoyer, Kristie Knudson, and Peggy Mattingley, and numerous cousins. Dan was preceded in death by his father, Douglas Bell. He was well-loved by Heather’s family, his many friends, and colleagues, and will be greatly missed by his three beloved dogs, Willow, Laurel, and Azalea.

A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, July 13 at a land trust property overlooking the Columbia River.

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: Rev. Myrin Bentz, 88, The Dalles

Rev. Myrin Bentz passed away on June 19, 2024, in The Dalles, Oregon. Myrin was born November 10, 1935, and was 88 at the time of his passing.  A private burial will be at White Eagle Preserve in Goldendale, Washington.  Memorial Services are pending and will be announced soon. 

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: Renée Cummings, 75, Hood River

Renée was born in Portland, Oregon on February 18th, 1949, and was 75 years old at the time of her passing at her Hood River, Oregon home on June 15th, 2024.

Renée’s dad was a pilot during World War II and retired as a Lt. Colonel in 1968. This provided Renée with the experience of living in many places in the USA as well as Japan and Spain. Renée graduated from Torrejon’ Air Base High School in Madrid, Spain in 1967. Renée traveled throughout Europe when her classes allowed.

Renée enrolled at Oregon State University in Education and in the Spring of 1970, she met Paul (the love of her life) and they married in July of 1972.

Renée’s first year of teaching was in St. Helens, Oregon. Soon thereafter, she and Paul moved to Hood River, Oregon where she taught Reading and third grade at Frankton Elementary School and then moved to May Street Elementary where she taught first grade. After 18 years of teaching, she left education to help in her husband’s auto repair business. However, she didn’t leave education as she became a freelance writer producing activity books for kids and resource books for teachers & parents. At last count, she had over 100 books in print.

Renée had a love for all animals, especially cats. She always had one or more inside cats and several outside visitors too.

As her health deteriorated, she became an avid reader, when Paul would come home, he could usually find her on the couch with a good book. She would always share the characters and plots as they would unfold, it was always a treat.

Renée is survived by her husband of 52 years, Paul; older brother, Thomas W. Lloyd and wife, Susan; younger brother, Andrew “Andy” Lloyd; adopted son, Chuck Walston; and numerous nieces and nephews.

At Renée’s request, there will be no formal service as she just wanted to slip away quietly and peacefully.

In Renée’s name, a donation to a local animal or humane shelter can be made.

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Obituary: Timothy Counihan, 65, Hood River

Timothy Donald Counihan passed away at home on April 28, 2024. Tim was born in Evanston, Illinois, March 25, 1959 to Charles Arthur Counihan and Jeannette Ann (Engelman) Counihan, ultimately becoming the older brother to siblings Dan and Anne. Tim’s early days in Chicago were filled with family, with close ties to grandparents, aunts, uncles and cousins. Summer trips with the whole family to northern Minnesota were annual highlights for all and were certainly part of Tim’s growing appreciation for being outdoors. Tim’s lifelong love of music started in his teen years and included playing guitar with his pals and finagling his way (far underage!) into Chicago clubs to see the likes of Muddy Waters.

As a young man, Tim headed westward to college in Boulder, and spent some amazing years in Colorado, Montana, and New Mexico. After finishing graduate school and a short spell in Idaho, Tim landed in the Gorge with a research job with the United States Fish and Wildlife Service (the station and Tim later transferred into the US Geological Survey). Though not originally planning an extended stay, Tim changed plans after Jennifer Bayer came into his life and they decided to stay put. After a decade together, Tim and Jen were joined by Sean, who made the family complete and brought joy and delight to Tim every day. Tim led the family in so many adventures! Whether backpacking, backcountry car camping, beach walking, exploring the Gorge or serving as technician to Sean’s photography excursions, he was up for whatever came his way.

Music was an essential everyday part of family life – whether it was Tim playing guitar in the living room, attending concerts of all genres, or KBOO on Saturday mornings. Tim was always up for a show in Portland and loved bringing Sean to performances of all types in all kinds of venues. In turn, he delighted in Sean bringing new music to him – when Sean suggested adding a show at UC Berkeley’s Greek Theater to our family vacation, Tim couldn’t have been happier.

Tim’s creativity and analytical skills came through in his 30+ years of research, where he was proud to collaborate with many experts on a wide range of topics in ecology, from invasive species to contaminants to white sturgeon to native mussels. Tim generously shared his time and thoughtful, patient mindset with his community wherever he lived, most recently as a member of the Hood River City Council. He regarded civic matters as being of the utmost importance and was proud of being able to support our town however he could. He strongly believed in learning from others’ points of view and enjoyed engaging with others to gain perspective.

Tim’s kindness and generosity touched many lives, and he leaves an indescribable chasm in his place. He leaves us far too soon. One of Tim’s wishes was that no one go hungry in our community; if inclined, consider a donation to FISH Food Bank to help make this wish come true.

Please join us for a celebration of life June 28th 3:00-6:00 at The Ruins (13 Railroad Street) in Hood River, Oregon.

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.

From Hood River City Council:

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The City of Hood River honors the life of recently passed City Councilor Tim Counihan. Tim had been an active City Councilor, serving continuously since January 2019, as well as filling a vacant seat from July to December 2016.

Tim was dedicated to improving the quality of life for all Hood River residents while advocating for inclusive social and environmentally sound policies. He was a firm believer in learning from the diverse opinions of others. He was a dedicated environmentalist, and the City’s representative on the Hood River County Energy Council, where he supported the mission of “improving community resilience, increasing energy independence, increasing investment in local power, and reducing fossil fuel emissions in Hood River County.” 

In his professional life, Tim was a research biologist focusing on interdisciplinary research in aquatic ecosystems. He worked extensively on the Columbia River and with scientists across the US and internationally.

Tim was a father and husband. He and his wife have lived in the Columbia River Gorge since 1993. His son was born in Hood River, is a three-time Oregon State spelling champion, and is currently a sophomore at Oregon State University. Tim enjoyed backpacking, hiking, skiing, fishing, playing music, and appreciating the local artistic talent. He will be missed by his fellow councilors and colleagues at the City of Hood River.

Obituary: Lorraine "Rainy" (Elmer) Hill, 101, Trout Lake

Lorraine "Rainy" (Elmer) Hill, born on March 19th, 1923, in Trout Lake, Washington, passed away peacefully on June 1st, 2024. She spent her formative years in Trout Lake and White Salmon, graduating from Columbia High School in 1941.

Rainy's love story with her high school sweetheart, Eugene "Bugs" Hill, began during their senior year. In a charming twist, they exchanged vows across the street from their school at the Methodist church during a lunch break. Thus, wedding bells turned into school bells, and they returned to class as husband and wife. 

For three decades, Rainy and Bugs worked side by side in the grocery business, eventually taking over Hill's Red & White store from Bugs' father. In the mid-70s, seeking a change, they transitioned to custodial roles at Trout Lake School, where they continued to serve their community. 

Rainy's heart belonged to the outdoors. She reveled in rock hunting, skiing, bird-watching, and gardening, but her true passion lay in hiking and camping on Mt. Adams. The mountain held not only scenic beauty but also cherished memories with family and friends. Rainy and Bugs instilled this love for nature in generations of their family. Summers always included camping at Bird Lake and exploring Bird Creek Meadows, Crooked Creek, and Hellroaring Overlook, with a gaggle of children in tow. Rainy was inspiration personified, as she continued out-hiking any newcomers to the family well into her 80s.  

The family was paramount for Rainy and Bugs. Their home became the hub for Easter, Thanksgiving, and Christmas gatherings. Rainy's culinary talents shone during these events, and her secret Watergate Salad recipe remains a family tradition, now lovingly prepared by her granddaughters. 

Rainy's grandchildren delighted in her whimsical tea parties. They sipped tea, nibbled graham crackers with frosting, and selected delicate teacups and saucers from her collection. Dressing up in fancy clothes, hats, and jewelry added to the magic of Grandma’s tea parties on those clear blue sky summer days.  

Beyond her immediate family, Rainy made a lasting impact on the local community. Her distinctive white curly hair and warm smile became familiar sights during her morning walks. Rainy engaged in friendly conversations with the local coffee group, and their camaraderie was celebrated with a dedicated "Coffee Group Float" during a Trout Lake Fair parade. Rainy's commitment extended to the youth of Trout Lake. Her volunteer efforts for the yearly foundation sale demonstrated her care and dedication. Through these small acts of kindness and community involvement, Rainy left an indelible mark on the hearts of those who knew her. 

Preceded in death by Bugs, her parents (Fred and Marie), brothers (Bob and Jim), daughter (Sherry), and great-great-grandson (Kody), Rainy is survived by her son (Dennis), sister (Joyce), five grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren, five great-great-grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews. 

Funeral Services & Reception will be held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, July 13th at Anderson's Tribute Center (1401 Belmont Avenue, Hood River, Oregon 97031). 

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Death Notice: Kevin Gross, 55

Kevin Gross passed away June 11th, 2024. Kevin was born May 19th, 1969 and was 55 years of age at the time of passing.

A party will be held 4:00 p.m., Saturday, June 22nd, 2024 at 78 Trout Lake Creek Road, Trout Lake, WA 98650 to honor and celebrate his life.

Arrangements are under the direction of Anderson's Tribute Center • 1401 Belmont Avenue, Hood River, Oregon 97031.

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Death Notice: Daniel Bell, 52, Hood River

Daniel Bell passed away on June 8th, 2024 in Hood River, Oregon. Daniel was born June 22nd, 1971, and was 52 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.

Death Notice: Norman “Dale” Thompson, 84, The Dalles

Norman “Dale” Thompson passed away June 4, 2024, in The Dalles, Oregon. He was born on August 31, 1939, and was 84 years of age at the time of his 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.

Death Notice: Lois Root, 90, The Dalles

Lois Root passed away on June 8th, 2024 at the Oregon Veterans Home, in The Dalles, Oregon. Lois was born on January 29th, 1934, and was 90 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.

Obituary: Marjorie Ellen “Marge” Andrews, 95, Hood River

Marjorie Ellen “Marge” Andrews was born in Savageton, Wyoming on February 27, 1929, and passed away in Hood River, Oregon on May 31, 2024, at 95 years old. Marge was raised on a large family ranch outside Gillette, Wyoming in the 1930s. After her mother passed away when Marge was seven, her father, Leo Sharkey, remarried Juanita Kerr. With Leo’s three children and Juanita’s three children, and having one more child between them, the entire family moved from Wyoming to the upper Hood River Valley in the early 1940s.

Marge married her high school sweetheart from Parkdale High School, Billy Oliver “Bill” Andrews, on August 27, 1949, and they were married for 45 years when he passed away on May 25, 1995. They raised five children and lived their entire adult lives in the Hood River Valley.

Marge was preceded in death by her parents, three sisters, one brother, husband Bill, and son Arthur. Marge is survived by two brothers Allan Sharkey and John Sharkey, four children Sue Corrado (John), Gordon Andrews (Marianne), Ken Andrews, and Lisa Johnson (Ben), three grandchildren Katie Meinzinger (Stephen), Jordyn Johnson and Blake Johnson, and two great-grandchildren Benny Meinzinger and Abby Meinzinger.

Marge was an active member of the Hood River Alliance Church for 51 years. The defining character of Marge’s life was her love and devotion to Jesus Christ her Lord.

A memorial service is planned for June 15 at 1 p.m. at Anderson’s Tribute Center, 1401 Belmont Ave., Hood River, OR. Memorial contributions can be made to the Hood River Valley Adult Center, www.hrvac.org.

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.