Funeral Services for Phyllis Ellen Hart

Phyllis Ellen Hart, age 84, resident of North Bend, Washington, passed away June 28, 2021. Funeral services will be held 10:00 AM, Friday, August 6, 2021 at Dufur Christian Church, 315 Harrison St., Dufur, Oregon ( the Church she and her beloved husband Jack were married in 1959); burial committal will follow at I.O.O.F. Cemetery/Parklawn, 2565 Three Mile Rd., The Dalles, Oregon. Spencer, Libby & Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.

Death Notice: Sherri Fern Hill

Sherri Fern Hill, age 75, resident of The Dalles, Oregon passed away July 17, 2021. Services will be held at a later date in Fosil, Oregon, details will be posted on Spencer, Libby & Powell website once finalized.

Death Notice: Roger Columbus Dick Sr.

Roger Columbus Dick Sr., age 72, resident of Toppenish, Washington, passed away July 16, 2021. Services have been held and burial was at Beavert Cemetery, Pine Springs, Washington. Spencer, Libby & Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.

Death Notice: Bobbie Lee Ward

Bobbie Lee Ward, age 93, resident of The Dalles, Oregon passed away July 12, 2021. Spencer, Libby & Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.

Obituary: Betty Laura (Jackson) Sholl

     Betty Laura (Jackson) Sholl, long-time resident of The Dalles, Oregon, died in her sleep on July 13, 2021, at Flagstone Senior Living in The Dalles. She was 94.

     Betty and her twin, Dorothy, were born January 10, 1927, in Lansing, Michigan to parents Frederic and Mary Jackson, joining older siblings Helen and Arthur. On February 27, 1927, Betty was baptized as a child of God at Emmanuel First Lutheran Church in Lansing, Michigan, and then later, around age 13, was confirmed in her Lutheran faith and received her first Holy Communion. After completing her education, she and Dorothy worked at the Lansing State Police Department.

     On September 20, 1950, Betty married Maurice (Maury) Sholl in Lansing. In their early years, they lived in Ohio, where their four children were born. In 1957, the young family moved cross-country to the Tieton Ranger Station near White Pass, Washington. Moves followed to Portland, Oregon in 1967 then, finally to The Dalles in 1973. In 2006, after 55 years of love and adventure, Maury died. Betty continued

her life journey with the support of her loving family.

     Betty, a devoted wife, mother, and master homemaker had wide-ranging interests and legendary determination. Betty was blessed with impressive skills in quilting, knitting, sewing, embroidery, applique, and wallpapering and won numerous blue ribbons at the Wasco County Fair. She gardened, canned, decorated, created a welcoming home and enjoyed entertaining. Memories of luscious pot roasts, corn pudding, homemade pies and other delicacies will linger in the minds of those who sat around her table. She enjoyed extensive travels with Maury and was always ready to make a puzzle, play board games, savor a glass of wine and indulge herself with some chocolate. Betty's faith guided her throughout her lifetime – she loved her church. She was head cook at church camp for many years, which she loved. She and Maury were on the planning committee for the current Bethany Lutheran Church. Following strict parameters, Betty hand-stitched and embroidered all the

altar paraments which are used every Sunday. She loved singing in the choir, was famous for her sauerkraut and sausage at church pot-lucks and loved supplying roses from her garden to adorn the altar.

     Betty and Maury joined The Dalles Country Club in 1974 developing lifetime friendships. Betty volunteered at Mid-Columbia Medical Center for 45 years. After years as a regular member of The Dalles Chamber of Commerce, Betty was named an honorary lifetime member in 2008. She also generously supported numerous local causes.

     Betty was preceded in death by her husband, parents, all her siblings,in-laws, and grandson Ryan Sholl.

     She is survived by her children, Daniel A. Sholl of Guanajuato, Mexico, Margaret E. Atchison and husband Kim of The Dalles, Jeanne A. Tindall and husband Scott of Albany, Oregon, Gwendolyn J. Sholl and Karin Jackson of Corvallis, Oregon; grandchildren, Felix Herrada and wife Laurel, Gresham, Oregon, Camille Sarder and husband Mahmud, New York, New York, Natasha Pineda and husband Jose, Anchorage, Alaska, Rory Sholl, Portland, Oregon, Evan Michaels and wife Kelly, Andover, Massachusetts, Keith Michaels and wife Kyung-hwa, Ephraim, Utah, Vanessa Michaels, Denver, Colorado; great grandchildren, William and Natalie Herrada, Eva, Aden and Adrian Sarder, Sofia and

Cruz Pineda, Micaila and Lorelei Michaels, and Sebin Michaels.

      Public viewing will be available at Spencer, Libby & Powell Funeral Home on Friday, July 30th from 2:00-6:00 PM, the funeral service will be held on Saturday, July 31st at 10:00 AM at Bethany Lutheran Church, 2323 E. 12th St., The Dalles, Oregon, graveside committal will follow at I.O.O.F. Cemetery/ Parklawn Cemetery, 2565 Three Mile Road, The Dalles, Oregon.

     A luncheon back at the church will follow the burial.  All are welcome to gather at Betty's home at the close of events at 2625 E. 15th, The Dalles, Oregon.

     In lieu of flowers, Betty requested remembrances be made to Bethany Lutheran Church Building Fund, a cause dear to both her and Maury.

Death Notice: Edith Marcella "Sally" Graff

Edith Marcella “Sally” Graff passed away on July 16, 2021 at Mid-Columbia Medical Center in The Dalles, Oregon. Sally was born on December 22, 1933 and was 87 years of age at the time of her passing.

Death Notice: William "Bill" Davis

William “Bill” Davis passed away July 6, 2021 in Hood River, Oregon. Bill was born November 20, 1931 and was 89 years of age at the time of his passing.

Death Notice: David Eugene Ollikkala

David Eugene Ollikkala passed away on July 5, 2021 at his home in The Dalles. David was born on April 27, 1959, and was 62 years old at the time of his passing.

Death Notice: Helen Dye Goss

Helen “Faye” Dye-Goss passed away on July 5, 2021 at her home in Hood River. Helen was born on September 21, 1932, and was 88 years old at the time of her passing.
A memorial service for Helen will be held 11:00 A.M., Saturday, July 17, 2021 at the Hood River Church of Christ (1512 Tucker Rd, Hood River, OR, 97031).

Death Notice: David Eugene Ollikkala

David Eugene Ollikkala passed away at age 62, on July 5th. A memorial/ celebration of life will be on Saturday, July 31. At 3:00 p.m. at Rivers of Grace Church 1122 Oak St. in The Dalles, Oregon.

Death Notice: Melvin G. Thornburg

Melvin G. Thornburg, age 79, a resident of Dallesport, Wa., passed away at his home on June 29, 2021. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home is in care of arrangements.

Death Notice: Donald "Don" Owen

Donald “Don” Owen passed away July 5, 2021 in Hood River, Oregon. Don was born April 1, 1928 and was 93 years of age at the time of his passing.

Obituary: Justin Su

Justin Alexander Mei Shen Su passed away July 4, 2021 in Portland, Oregon.
Justin was born August 27, 1979 and was 41 years of age at the time of his passing.
Justin’s unexpected death only a few months after his father’s passing leaves much heartache with family.

Death Notices: Carl Alvin Barnett, Brian Allan Franks

Carl Alvin Barnett, age 96, resident of Maupin, Oregon passed away July 7, 2021. Viewing/visitation is scheduled for 8 a.m.- 10 a.m. Saturday, July 24, 2021, at Spencer, Libby & Powell Funeral Home, burial to follow at 11 a.m. at the I.O.O.F. Cemetery 1100 18th Street, The Dalles, Oregon. A memorial service will be held that afternoon at 2 p.m. at the Maupin American Legion Hall, 311 Deschutes Avenue, Maupin, Oregon.

Brian Allan Franks, age 57, resident of Deer Park, Washington passed away July 7, 2021. Spencer, Libby & Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.

Death Notices: Jesslyn Alan Spino, Shane Dustin Brace, Larry Vincent George

Jesslyn Alan Spino, age 61, resident of The Dalles, Oregon passed away July 9, 2021. Funeral Services will be held at 5 PM July 12, 2021, at Spencer, Libby & Powell Gathering Hall. Burial Service will be the following day, July 13, 2021, at Wish-Yum Cemetery, Dallesport, Washington.

Shane Dustin Brace, age 46, resident of The Dalles, Oregon passed away July 5, 2021. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date and details will be posted on Spencer, Libby & Powel website once finalized.

Larry Vincent George, age 80, resident of The Dalles, Oregon passed away July 7, 2021. He will be laid to rest in a private service at Willamette National Cemetery. Spencer, Libby & Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.

Death Notice: Varryl Margaret Creel

Varryl Margaret Creel, age 89, resident of Maupin, Oregon passed away July 4, 2021. Spencer, Libby & Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.

Celebration of Life set for Jeffrey Cunningham Krier

Jeffrey Cunningham Krier

March 24, 1950 – March 22, 2021

A Celebration of Life service will be held for Jeff Krier on Tuesday, August 10, 2:00 p.m. at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 1805 Minnesota St., The Dalles, OR.

All are welcome.  

Link to obituary.

Death Notice: Linda Marie Girtz

Linda Marie Girtz, age 66, resident of Tygh Valley, Oregon passed away July 2, 2021. Spencer, Libby & Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.

Death Notice: Margaret "Marge" Anderson, Michael "Mike" Nash Kennedy

Margaret “Marge” Pauline Anderson passed away July 4th, 2021 in Hood River, Oregon. Marge was born July 13, 1938 and was 82 years of age at the time of her passing.
Services are planned for 1:00 p.m., Sunday, July 11th, 2021 at Anderson's Tribute Center

Michael “Mike” Nash Kennedy passed away July 3, 2021 at his home in Hood River, Oregon surrounded by family. Mike was born January 1, 1945 at was 76 at the time of his passing.

Obituary: Allen Moore

Allen Earl Moore passed away at his Hood River home on July 1, 2021. Allen was born June 5, 1926 in Hood River, Oregon to Earl and Mary (Whitecotton) Moore. He joined older sister Georgiana. His brother Lee and sister Louise later joined the family. Other than short stints in Usk WA, Portland OR, and military service, Allen had lived on Lacey Drive nearly all his life. Maybe not the same house, but on Lacey Drive.

Allen attended Pine Grove School and graduated from Hood River High School in June of 1944. October 19, 1944 he enlisted in the United States Marine Corps and served in the 5th Marine Division during WWII and later in the 1st Marine Division during the Korean War being honorably discharged January 26, 1952 with the rank of Sergeant. On April 4, 1948 Allen married Clara June Hunziker at the Pine Grove Church. They welcomed their family of Patrick, Bruce and Elizabeth over the next eight years. They have nine grandchildren and fourteen great-grandchildren, and one great-great grandson (and another on the way).

Allen worked in the family orchard beginning at an early age, helping out wherever he could. When his parents retired in the early 1970’s Allen and June along with Pat, Bruce and Beth acquired their interest in Moore Orchards, Inc. Following in Earl and Mary’s footsteps, all of them continued the family tradition of being active members of the Pine Grove Community, Hood River County as well as the State of Oregon.

Allen started his volunteer and service career early on as a member of the Pine Grove Grange where he was actively involved for over 70 years. Benefits from his service were garnered by the Hood River County School Board, Hood River County Fair Board, Oregon Fair Commission, Mid-Columbia Production Credit Association, Interstate Production Credit Association, Oregon State Fair and Exposition, Hood River Supply Association, Crystal Springs, Hood River Soil and Water Conservation District, Hood River County Chamber of Commerce and Pine Grove Methodist Church Board of Trustees. He served as President of the Oregon Horticulture Society and served as a Hood River County Commissioner from 1986 to 1994.

Allen was recognized as a leader in the tree fruit industry with awards from the Hood River Grower-Shippers (Columbia Gorge Fruit Growers), he was inducted into the Oregon Agriculture Co-operative Hall of Fame, Oregon State University Diamond Pioneer Agriculture Achievement Registry and in 1989 Allen, June and family received recognition as the Oregon Outstanding Farm Family awarded by the Oregon Farm Bureau.

Allen is survived by his three children and their spouses, Patrick and Sue Moore, Bruce and Lynn Moore, and Beth and Matt Peters all of Hood River; his sister Louise Rickman of Wenatchee WA; his grandchildren Shanna Spring (James), Reka Sieverkropp (Tom), Tera Lindquist (Mike), Julie Dillingham (Josh), Jake Moore (Carrie), Jason Moore, Justin Moore (Erika), Alise Greening (Kyle) and Brian Peters (Danyelle); his great-grandchildren Michael Spring; Ryan, Austin (Alexus) and Weston Sieverkropp; Samantha and Miya Lindquist; Bailey Hammel (Phil), Gracee and Kloee Dillingham; Leona Foster; Maddie and Luke Peters; Koen and Makayla Moore; and his great-great grandchild Apollo Sieverkropp.

He was preceded in death by his parents, wife June, sister Georgiana Sheirbon, brother Lee Moore, and great-grandson Wyatt Smith.

Memorial contributions may be directed to the Hood River Valley Adult Center, Hospice of the George or a charity of your choice.

A viewing will take place from 10:00 A.M. to 1:00 P.M., Saturday, July 10, 2021 at Anderson's Tribute Center (1401 Belmont Ave, Hood River, OR 97031).

A graveside service will held 2:00 P.M., Saturday, July 10, 2021 at Pine Gove Butte Cemetery (2687 Van Horn Drive, Hood River, OR, 97031).