Death Notice: Demetra Ann Dionas Kramer

Demetra Ann Dionas Kramer, age 86, resident of The Dalles, Oregon passed away peacefully in her home on August 14, 2021, surrounded by her family and friends. There will be a Celebration of Life at a later date, details will be posted on the Spencer, Libby & Powell Website once they are finalized.   

Death Notice: Andrie Annalee Dave

Andrie Annalee Dave, age 63, resident of Lyle, Washington, passed away August 15, 2021. The dressing ceremony will begin at 3 p.m. August 17, 2021, at Spencer, Libby & Powell Gathering Hall, Services at the Celilo LongHouse will follow. Sunrise burial will be at 7 a.m., August 18, 2021, at Lyle Balch Cemetery, Lyle, Washington.

Obituary: Ann C Ann Christine (Curran) Perry

Ann C Ann Christine (Curran) Perry

Ann C Ann Christine (Curran) Perry was born on Christmas Day 1930 to Patrick and Margaret (Costello) Curran. She grew up in Noe Valley with her brother Patrick and sister Mary Ellen. She attended St James Grammar School, then went on to Immaculate Conception Academy for high school. While in high school she met the love of her life, Jim Perry, who later became her husband on April 15, 1949.

Ann attended St. Joseph College of Nursing and later worked at Mary's Help Hospital in San Francisco, where she worked until her children were born. Jim and Ann had three children, Christine, Jim, and Brian.

When her children were old enough, she returned to work as an insurance auditor for a labor union. Her knowledge of medical terminology became very useful for this type of work. She worked her way through the ranks until she became a national auditor for the Electrical Workers Union.

When they retired Ann and Jim moved to Hood River in 2000 and spent many wonderful years together with their son Jim and daughter-in-law Claudia who left the Bay Area in 1997.

Many wonderful years were spent enjoying family gatherings, local community events, and the beauty of the Columbia River Gorge.

Ann's husband passed away in 2016, but the years they had together in this scenic wonderland have definitely enriched both their lives. She is survived by her three children, 6 grandchildren, and 13 great-grandchildren.

Ann passed away on August 4th, 2021 at a care facility in The Dalles, Oregon.

Services are planned for 11:00 A.M., Friday, September 10th, 2021 at Anderson's Tribute Center (Funerals • Receptions • Cremations) 1401 Belmont Avenue, Hood River, Oregon 97031.  A reception will follow and then Ann will be laid to rest at Idlewilde Mausoleum of Hood River, Oregon beside her husband, Jim.

Visit www.AndersonsTributeCenter.com to leave a note of condolence for the family.

Death Notice: Donald Ross Cooper

Donald Ross Cooper, age 93, resident of The Dalles, Oregon passed away August 11, 2021. Spencer, Libby & Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.

Death Notice: Lawrence P. Nyberg

Lawrence P. Nyberg, age 49, resident of The Dalles, Oregon passed away August 7, 2021. Arrangements are pending and in the care of Spencer, Libby & Powell Funeral Home.

Death Notice: Denise Marie Johnson

Denise Marie Johnson passed away August 15th, 2021 at Mid-Columbia Medical Center in The Dalles, Oregon. Denise was born on December 9, 1961 in Rapid City, South Dakota and was 59 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 Notices: Darren Warren Buckles, Ethelyn M. Garrison

Darrell Warren Buckles, age 72, resident of The Dalles, Oregon passed away August 7, 2021. A celebration of life will be held at a later date. Spencer, Libby & Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.

Ethelyn M. Garrison, age 95, resident of The Dalles, Oregon passed away August 14, 2021. She will be laid to rest in a private service next to her beloved husband, Billy Joe "Tex" Garrison. Spencer, Libby & Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.

Death Notices: Gerald M Brooking, Dianna L Oden, Shirley Rose Nelson

Gerald M Brooking, age 79, resident of The Dalles, Oregon passed away August 12, 2021. Private family service to be held at a later date. Spencer, Libby & Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.

Dianna L Oden, age 73, resident of The Dalles, Oregon passed away August 10, 2021. Spencer, Libby & Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.

Shirley Rose Nelson, age 83, resident of Hood River, Oregon passed away August 11, 2021. Spencer, Libby & Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.

Obituary: John Adam Ringlbauer

Obituary: John Adam Ringlbauer

John Adam Ringlbauer died at home with family by his side on Aug. 11, 2021 in Mosier, Oregon. He was 70.

John was born Jan. 16, 1951 in Savanna, Ill. to William F. Ringlbauer Sr. and Lois E. (McMillin) Ringlbauer. 

He graduated from Montgomery High School in Santa Rosa, Calif., and was drafted into the U.S. Army in 1970. He served two tours of duty in Vietnam and was awarded the Bronze Star.

He served in the National Guard for 27 years, 25 of them spent with his close friend Ray Powers. They loved elk hunting together. 

 He loved hunting and fishing with his best friend since grade school, Jim Zilian of Santa Rosa, Calif. Jim's nephew Mark often came along and was a very special part of John's life. 

 John married Shirley (Anderson) Ringlbauer on July 28, 2001 in Mosier, Ore.

He is survived by his wife, stepdaughter Shilayna, three children, several grandchildren, his brother Bill and sister Donna, and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents.

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

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. 

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John Adam Ringlbauer passed away August 11, 2021 at his home in Mosier, Oregon with family by his side. John was born on January 16, 1951 in Savanna, Illinois and was 70 years of age 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.

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Death Notice: John Lee Carter

John Lee Carter, age 75, resident of The Dalles, Oregon passed away August 9, 2021. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date, most likely in September, details will be posted on Spencer, Libby & Powell Funeral Home website once they have been finalized.

Death Notice: Betty Maurine McDonald

Betty Maurine McDonald, age 91, resident of The Dalles, Oregon passed away August 9, 2021. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date, details will be posted on Spencer, Libby & Powell website once finalized.

Services: Emilia Barajas

Emilia Barajas, age 65, resident of The Dalles, Oregon, passed away July 26, 2021. Funeral Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, August 13, 2021, at St. Peter Catholic Church, 1222 W 10th. St., The Dalles, Oregon, Rite of Committal will follow at St. Peter Catholic Cemetery. Spencer, Libby & Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.

Death Notice: Eva Geraldine Phelps

Eva Geraldine Phelps, age 101, passed away August 9, 2021. Spencer, Libby & Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.

Obituary: Travis Michael “Mick” Cummings

Obituary: Travis Michael “Mick” Cummings

Travis Michael “Mick” Cummings went home to be with his Lord on Tuesday, July 20, 2021, at his home in The Dalles, Oregon surrounded by family.

Travis was born to Travis Cummings and Dorothea Elizabeth Cary on June 12, 1943, in Oregon City, Oregon. He was the second oldest of his three siblings: Ron Cummings, Adrian “Buttons” Cummings, and Cheryl Cummings McDonald. Travis grew up in Madras, Oregon where he graduated high school in 1961. He also attended college courses in the Portland area and lived in various other places including Texas and England while serving in the Air Force. His jobs included working as a manufacturing chemist, Warm Springs trail guide, warehouseman, house framer, and property management maintenance manager. Pearl Severson Thompson became his wife on November 10, 1991, and the rest of his life was lived in blissful companionship no matter his place of residence or occupation.

Travis enjoyed the outdoors, museums, horses, Harley motorcycles, “fun rides”, spending time with his family, and fellowshipping with his friends, including Johnny, Rex, Dan, Tim, and Casey. Travis was actively involved in serving his local youth group for over 10 years and they held a very special place in his life until the end. Travis loved Jesus wholeheartedly and also served on his church worship team singing, playing bass, and running sound. Filled with empathy, compassion, and a quiet sense of humor, he regularly practiced generosity and patience. “Travy” always listened to others intently with love and understanding.

Travis is survived by his wife Pearl Cummings of The Dalles, his children Teresa Farmer and spouse David, Travis “Jack” Cummings and spouse Cindy, Debbie Ames, Willie Funk, and Norma Lande and spouse Travis. He is also survived by his brother Adrian and sister Cheryl. He had 21 grandchildren, 16 great-grandchildren, and numerous nephews and nieces.

His life will be celebrated at Life in Christ Center in The Dalles on Saturday, August 7th at 1 pm. At Travis’s request, the service will be officiated by Tim Willis and Tristan Jepson. A reception will follow the service.

During his final days, Travis mentioned hearing the angel choir singing and how beautiful they sound. He had a vision of three flying eagles and asked those who were with him to open the door so that he could tumble through.

“They that wait upon the LORD shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings of eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and they shall walk and not faint.” Isaiah 40:31

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: Ann Christine Perry

Ann Christine Perry passed away on August 4, 2021, in The Dalles , Oregon. Ann was born December 25, 1930, and was 90 years of age at the time of her passing.  Services are pending at this time with arrangements 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: James Anthony Mansanarez

James Anthony Mansanarez, age 56, resident of The Dalles, Oregon passed away August 1, 2021. Spencer, Libby & Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.

Obituary: David Eugene Ollikkala

David Eugene Ollikkala

David Eugene Ollikkala, age 62, passed away at home on July 5th, 2021. David was born to Ernest Ollikkala and Constance Mathisen Ollikkala on April 27, 1959, in Sentinel Oklahoma.

David grew up in Portland, Oregon. He spent his summers out at his Grandmother’s home in Dufer, Oregon.

David attended Chief Joseph Elementary School, and then he attended Benson High School with the class of 1973.

David joined the Navy to see the world as his Grandpa had. He never did leave US soil as they de-commissioned his ship for repairs the whole time he was there.

David sold cars for the family business, Victoria Motors, and then continued to sell cars in The Dalles.

David leaves behind his best friend and wife, Donna Ollikkala; two daughters, Taumi Dillon of Salem, Oregon and Drew Allen of Riddle, Oregon; four grandchildren; his sister Victoria Rhoads-Clark of Scappoose, Oregon; A brother, Daryl (Buji) Ollikkala of Portland, Oregon.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Ernest Ollikkala and Josephine Ollikkala, his grandparents, and his brother Dennis Ollikkala.

A celebration of life will be 3:00 P.M., Saturday, July 31, 2021, at 1122 Oak Street at Rivers of Grace Church.  Graveside Committal with Military Honors will be at 2:00 P.M., Thursday, August 26, 2021, at Willamette National Cemetery of Portland, Oregon.

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: Eldred Richard Rathkey

Eldred Richard Rathkey, age 99, resident of The Dalles, Oregon passed away July 27, 2021. Graveside services will be held at 11 a.m. on, Saturday, August 14, 2021, at I.O.O.F Cemetery, 1100 18th St., The Dalles, Oregon. Spencer, Libby & Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.

Celebration of Life Announced for Linda Carol Cochenour

Linda Carol Cochenour, age 72, resident of The Dalles, Oregon passed away unexpectedly July 26, 2021. Spencer, Libby & Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements. A Memorial "Celebration of Life" will be held Noon, Saturday, August 14, 2021, at Calvary Baptist Church, 3350 Col. View Dr., The Dalles. A luncheon at the church will follow the service.

Obituary: Marilyn Jo Barney

Marilyn Barney was born June 18, 1931, to Joseph E and Hattie (Churchman) Trively in Randolph, Iowa.  She passed away July 29, 2021, in Kennewick, Washington.

Marilyn was raised in Hood River, Oregon and graduated from Hood River High School.  She married Marion Barney in 1951 and they moved to The Dalles. Marilyn was a bookkeeper for Gordon’s Men’s Wear for 23 years.  She and Marion bought Small Change, a consignment store, which they operated until their retirement.  Marilyn was active in The Dalles Jaycettes and later in Beta Sigma Phi Sorority.

Marilyn and her husband spent many summers on the river and later camping with all their friends.  They also enjoyed their yearly trips with friends.  She had a weekly lunch group with her wonderful friends from The Dalles for 50 years, she really looked forward to those Tuesdays.  Marilyn has always been close to her sisters and enjoyed many visits and lunches with them, including their daily phone calls.

After Marion’s passing, she was always grateful for the love and support of her neighbors and friends.

Her love in life was her Grandsons, she enjoyed traveling to the Tri-Cities to watch band performances and soccer games.  She was always very supportive of all their endeavors.  Though the most joy came from just playing card games and listening to their stories.

Marilyn is survived by her son, Greg (Renee’) Barney; grandsons, Gregory Barney and Sean Barney; sisters, Phyllis Masiker and Renee Duckwall; and many nieces and nephews.

Marilyn was preceded in death by husband, Marion; son, Brian; parents, Joe & Hattie; brother, Donald; sister, Jean.

Marilyn was loved by many and greatly missed.

A celebration of life will be held 2:00 PM August 14, 2021 at Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home, 1100 Kelly Avenue, The Dalles, Oregon.   

The family requests no flowers.