Death Notice: Mary Ishimaru

Mary Ishimaru passed away on May 9, 2021 at her home in Hood River, Oregon. Mary was born on November 29, 1922 and was 98 years of age at the time of her passing.

Arrangements are under the direction of Anderson's Tribute Center (Funerals • Receptions • Cremations) 1401 Belmont Avenue, Hood River, Oregon 97031. Visit www.AndersonsTributeCenter.com to leave a note of condolence for the family.

Death Notice: Robert Howard Schuppe

Robert Howard Schuppe passed away on May 8, 2021 in Hood River, Oregon. Robert was born on September 3, 1935 and was 85 years of age at the time of his passing.

Arrangements are under the direction of Anderson's Tribute Center (Funerals • Receptions • Cremations) 1401 Belmont Avenue, Hood River, Oregon 97031. Visit www.AndersonsTributeCenter.com to leave a note of condolence for the family.

Death Notice: Hyoun Ro Lee

Hyoun Ro Lee passed away on May 7, 2021 in Hood River, Oregon. Hyoun was born on September 28, 1968 and was 52 years of age at the time of his passing.

Arrangements are under the direction of Anderson's Tribute Center (Funerals • Receptions • Cremations) 1401 Belmont Avenue, Hood River, Oregon 97031. Visit www.AndersonsTributeCenter.com to leave a note of condolence for the family.

Obituary: Ronald Vern "Ron" Gilbert

Ronald Vern "Ron" Gilbert of Hood River, Oregon went to be with Our Lord Jesus May 6, 2021 at Portland Providence Medical Center after a brief illness.

Ron was born to Clifford Gilbert and Violet May Silence on May 7, 1936 in Tarkio, Missouri. He was their first child. He had one brother Donald who preceded him in death. Ron led a nomadic life as a child with his parents following the crops. He said if he ever stayed in one place, he was growing roots and staying. That ended up being Parkdale, Oregon with his grandfather Henry Vern. Ron was raised in Parkdale and worked for 42 years for Diamond Fruit Growers in multiple positions.

In 1956 Ron met Delores Hubbell and she was the love of his life for 64 years. To this union they had 2 children Sandra Belcher and Russell (Patti) Gilbert. The family eventually settled on Quinn Drive in Parkdale on a small pear farm which he and Delores farmed until 2010. As they grew older they moved closer to Hood River to be near family. Ron had a deep faith in God. He was very active in the Mt. Hood Assembly of God Church and later River of Life Assembly of God. He was a member of the Odell Fire Department and later Parkdale Fire Department for 35 years and in later years serving on the board in Parkdale. He was an avid fisherman and in his earlier years enjoyed hunting. A love he passed on to his son and grandsons. He was Assistant Scout Master for Troop 380 for his son Russ and was there to see him obtain his Eagle Scout. When the family took long trips, Delores would fall asleep and Sandy was his co­pilot and fellow musician.

Ron was blessed with 4 grandsons Shay and Jeremy (Anna) Belcher and Ryley and Lucas Gilbert. They were also gifted with 8 great grandchildren Ashton, Greylin, Jevan and Bryden Belcher (Shay). Bella, Lou, Havana and Journey Belcher (Jeremy). Taking his grandsons on fishing adventures was a highlight for Ron. Spending time teaching and loving his greats was one of his favorite things. He loved to plant and grow potatoes, tomatoes and cucumbers. You could always count on coming home with a handful if you were by the house in the summer time.

One of Ron's favorite things was the Hubbell family reunion. Every Memorial Day he looked forward to getting together with the numerous cousins, nieces and nephews. Ron is survived by his wife Delores, children Sandra and Russell, grandsons, great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. His kind smile, quick wit and a piece of candy tucked in his shirt pocket when a great grandchild was around will be greatly missed.

A Celebration of Life will be held May 29, 2021 at 11:00 am at River of Life Assembly in Hood River with reception following. Viewing will be May 10th and 11th from 12:00- 5:00 pm. Family request if there are donations to please give to River of Life Assembly or Westside Fire Department in his name c/o Anderson’s Tribute Center. Visit www.AndersonsTributeCenter.com to leave a note of condolence for the family.

Death Notice: Julie Pitchford

Julie Pitchford passed away on May 3, 2021 at her home in Hood River, Oregon with family by her side. Julie was born October 22, 1958 and was 62 years of age at the time of her passing. Arrangements are under the direction of Anderson's Tribute Center (Funerals • Receptions • Cremations) 1401 Belmont Avenue, Hood River, Oregon 97031. Visit www.AndersonsTributeCenter.com to leave a note of condolence for the family.

Death Notice: Erma B. Uto

Erma B. Uto, age 91, resident of Dufur, Oregon passed away May 3, 2021. Services are planned for 1:00 PM Friday, May 14, 2021, at Dufur City Park (weather permitting, or if needed will be held at Spencer, Libby & Powell Gathering Hall, 1100 Kelly Avenue, The Dalles, Oregon). Graveside Service is scheduled for 3 PM Friday, May 3, 2021, at I.O.O.F Cemetery 1100 18th St., The Dalles, Oregon. Spencer, Libby & Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.

Death Notice: Bernice Jane Raszler

Bernice Jane Raszler, age 86, resident of The Dalles, Oregon passed away May 2, 2021. Graveside service is scheduled 2:00 PM Saturday, May 15, 2021, at Parklawn I.O.O.F. Cemetery 2565 Three Mile Road, The Dalles, Oregon, a Memorial Service will follow at 3 PM, Saturday, May 15, 2021, at Spencer, Libby & Powell Gathering Hall, 1100 Kelly Ave., The Dalles, Oregon, with Pastor Zach Patterson officiating.

Death Notice: Janet Lucille Swales

Janet Lucille Swales, age 80, resident of The Dalles, Oregon passed away May 2, 2021. Memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. Monday, May 10, 2021, at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, burial will follow immediately at I.O.O.F. Cemetery, 1100 18th St., The Dalles, Oregon. Spencer, Libby & Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.

Death Notice: Robert “Bob” Wickman

Robert “Bob” Wickman

Robert “Bob” Wickman passed away on April 29, 2021, at The Oregon Veterans Home of The Dalles, Oregon home. Robert was born on November 29, 1930, and was 90 years of age at the time of his passing. Arrangements are under the direction of Anderson's Tribute Center (Funerals • Receptions • Cremations) 1401 Belmont Avenue, Hood River, Oregon 97031. Visit www.AndersonsTributeCenter.com to leave a note of condolence for the family.

Death Notice: Steven Troy Lee Williams

Steven Troy Lee Williams passed away on May 3, 2020, in The Dalles, Oregon. Steven was born on August 19, 1981, and was 39 years of age at the time of his passing. A memorial service for Steven will be held 1:00 PM, Saturday, May 8, 2021, at Solid Rock Community Church (2308 E 12th St, The Dalles, OR 97058)

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: Larene Michelle Lee

Larene Michelle Lee

Larene Michelle Lee passed away on April 29, 2021, at her home in The Dalles, Oregon. Larene was born on August 27, 1964, in Hood River, Oregon.
Services are planned as follows;
A memorial service 1:00 PM, Saturday, May 8, 2021, at Solid Rock Community Church (2308 E 12th St, The Dalles, OR 97058)
A graveside committal is planned for4:00 PM Monday, May 10, 2021, at Pine Grove Butte Cemetery (Van Horn Drive, Hood River, Oregon 97031).
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: Fetii I’aulualo

Fetii I’aulualo, age 81, resident of The Dalles, Oregon passed away at a local hospital on April 28, 2021. Funeral services will be held 9:00 AM Friday, June 4, 2021, at Spencer, Libby & Powell Gathering Hall.

Death Notice: Norman Franklin Sullivan

Norman Franklin Sullivan, age 72, resident of Prosser, Washington passed away at home on May 1, 2021. Graveside services will be held at 1 p.m. Friday, May 7, 2021, at I.O.O.F. Cemetery (Parklawn) 2565 Three Mile Road, The Dalles, Oregon. Spencer, Libby & Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.

Celebration of Life: Holly Elizabeth ( Matthew) Riggs

Holly Elizabeth ( Matthew) Riggs, age 49 passed away April 6, 2020. A Celebration of Holly’s life is scheduled for 11:00 AM Thursday, May 27, 2021, at Spencer, Libby & Powell Gathering Hall, 1100 Kelly Ave., The Dalles.

Death Notices: Joanne Catherine LaDoux, Michael Jack Carpenter, Nancy Marlene Thomas Crocker

Joanne Catherine LaDoux, age 96, resident of The Dalles, Oregon passed away April 12, 2021. Funeral Mass will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday, June 19, 2021, at St. Peter Catholic Church, 1222 W. 10th St., The Dalles, Oregon.

Michael Jack Carpenter, age 75, resident of Goldendale, WA., passed away at a local hospital on May 1, 2021. Services are pending and in the care of Spencer, Libby & Powell Funeral Home.

Nancy Marlene Thomas Crocker, age 66, resident of Rufus, OR passed away at a local care facility on April 29, 2021. Services are pending and in the care of Spencer, Libby & Powell Funeral Home.

Death Notice: Betty Joyce Graves

Betty Joyce Graves

Betty Joyce Graves passed away on April 24, 2021, at Brookside Manor in Hood River, Oregon. Betty was born on December 10, 1933, and was 87 years of age at the time of her passing.

Arrangements are under the direction of Anderson's Tribute Center (Funerals • Receptions • Cremations) 1401 Belmont Avenue, Hood River, Oregon 97031. Visit www.AndersonsTributeCenter.com to leave a note of condolence for the family.

Death Notice: Carole Virginia Anderson

Carole Virginia Anderson 

Carole Virginia Anderson passed away on April 20, 2021, at Mid-Columbia Medical Center of The Dalles, Oregon.  Carole was born on November 12, 1948, and was 72 years of age at the time of her 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: Elaine Mae May

Elaine Mae May, age 84, resident of The Dalles, Oregon passed away April 25, 2021. Spencer, Libby & Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.

Death Notice: Charles Paul Butler

Charles Paul Butler, age 70, resident of The Dalles, Oregon passed away April 20,2021. The Family is planning a service at a later date. Spencer, Libby & Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.

Obituary: Timothy 'Tim' Ray Arends

Timothy 'Tim' Ray Arends

Timothy 'Tim’ Ray Arends

Beloved husband and father, Timothy Ray Arends passed away on Thursday, April 15, 2021, at Providence Hood River Memorial Hospital in Hood River, Oregon with daughter Grace by his side.

Born July 30, 1950, in Portland, Oregon to Henrietta and Edward Arends, he lived most of his life in The Dalles, Oregon. Growing up with his brothers, Ed and John Arends, Tim cared for his mother, Henrietta until her passing.

Tim graduated from The Dalles High School in 1969 with many of his lifelong friends. After graduating high school and spending a year in college, Tim spent many months feeding his passion for travel in Europe and Morocco. After returning to Oregon, he eventually ended up working on the Columbia River for Tidewater Barge Lines. In 1975 Tim married Sharlene Hamlett in Washington. They divorced in 1984 but always remained friends. In the second half of the 1980’s, Tim continued his passion for traveling taking many trips to Mexico to visit his cousin Alice and time exploring Thailand with friends from The Dalles.

Meeting the love of his life, Gail Carter, at the Barbeque

Tim and Gail married on July 28, 1989. Soon Tim’s family was complete with the birth of the couple’s greatest gift, Grace Lynne.
Wanting to be home more with his family Tim bought two apartment buildings and the family business, Bend in the River Rentals was born.

Tim, Gail, and Grace settled down to life in The Dalles for the next 32 years. Raising their daughter and being among family and a multitude of long-lasting friendships. Tim thrived in his role of a family man. Tim and Gail shared love of antiquing and collecting, birdwatching, taking drives to hunt for wildflowers and living in and loving the scenery of the Gorge.

Tim was proceeded in death by his parents, Edward Everett Arends (1919-1954) and Henrietta Elizabeth Cluff Arends (1917-2002), his brothers Edward Everett Arends (1941-2015) and John Henry Arends (1942-1985).

He is survived by his wife, Gail Carter Arends and daughter, Grace Lynne Arends, seven nieces and seven maternal cousins.

Donations in Tim’s memory may be made to Home At Last in The Dalles or the American Cancer Society.
We want to thank Tim’s lifelong friends and his family for their continued support during Tim’s illness and beyond.

Visit www.AndersonsTributeCenter.com to share your memories of Tim and his life.

You may share your memories of Tim and his life at Anderson Tribute Center.com.

And as Tim would say, “Go away, you’re bugging me…”

Arrangements are under the direction of Anderson's Tribute Center • Celilo Chapel 204 E. 4th Street, The Dalles, Oregon 97058.