Death Notice: Joyce Pauline (Otto) Teigen

Joyce Pauline (Otto) Teigen passed away on September 25, 2021, at home surrounded by family in Hood River, Oregon.  Joyce was born on January 29, 1931, and was 90 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: Donn Craton

Donn Craton passed away September 22, 2021, in Hood River, Oregon. Donn was born June 12, 1933, and was 88 years of age at the time of his passing. 

Services are planned for 11:00 a.m., Saturday, October 16th, 2021 at Hood River Nazarene Church (2168 Belmont Drive, Hood River, Oregon 97031).

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

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Death Notices: Mike S.Carrico, Beverly J. Matteson, Jose L. Pinon Vencez

Mike S. Carrico, age 73, a resident of The Dalles, Or. passed away at a local hospital on Sept. 19, 2021. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.

Beverly J. Matteson, age 86, a resident of Wishram, Wa. passed away Sept. 21, 2021, at her home. A graveside service will be held 1 pm Sat. Oct. 2, 2021, at Tygh Valley Cemetery in Tygh Valley, Ore. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.

Jose L. Pinon Vencez, age 24, a resident of The Dalles, Or. passed away at a Bend hospital on Sept. 15, 2021. A viewing will be held 4 pm Sun. Sept. 26, 2021, at Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home and Catholic Funeral Service 3 pm Sept. 28, 2021, at St Peter Catholic Church. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.

Obituary: Alonzo (Lonny) V. Smith

Alonzo (Lonny) V. Smith

Alonzo (Lonny) V. Smith

Alonzo (Lonny) V. Smith, 71, of Hood River, Oregon, released his spirit into the everlasting on September 20, 2021, after a lengthy struggle with cancer. Even after receiving the diagnosis that his form of cancer was terminal, Lonny continued as the same engaging person with the wonderful sense of humor he always had. To the end, he accepted his fate with dignity and grace.

Lonny was born on March 14, 1950, in Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania. He moved to Palmetto, Florida, with his family at the age of nine and moved to Hood River, Oregon, in 1997 to marry his wife, Pat.

Lonny graduated from Palmetto High School in Palmetto, Florida, and was drafted into the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War era. He then went on to receive his B.A. degree at Florida State University (making him “forever” a Seminole).  Subsequently, he received his master’s degree in criminology at Northeastern University in Boston and his law degree at Stetson University in St. Petersburg, Florida. Three bar exams later, he would become licensed to practice law in Florida, followed by Oregon and Washington.

His career, motivated by his desire to help the defenseless, began as a child abuse investigator in Florida. Subsequently, he practiced law for three decades. For much of that time, he practiced as a defense attorney in Oregon, representing primarily the indigent. He believed strongly in the idea that the most vulnerable among us and the most defenseless should have an advocate who would stand up for them and help them.

Lonny loved music, especially of the “Americana” variety. He enjoyed hiking, whether by himself or with good friends, and he possessed an expert’s knowledge of the trails around Mt Hood, Mt Adams, and places beyond. He was an excellent conversationalist, able to speak with anyone on just about any subject, and he was kind, thoughtful, and generous. More than anything else, he loved the times he spent talking with his son and grandchildren in Florida.

Lonny leaves behind his wife, Pat (Schoenleber) Case, his son and daughter-in-law, Matt and Sue Smith, and his grandchildren Colleen and Kayden Smith. He also leaves behind his four siblings, Rick and Mac Smith, Sharon Greene, and Robin Miller, all of Florida.

A celebration of life for Lonny will take place in the spring, after which his ashes will be spread along the trails that he loved the most.

Anyone interested in doing something in memory of Lonny should do so by donating to the charity of their choice.

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

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Obituary: Richard Gordon Traister

Richard Gordon Traister

Richard Gordon Traister

Richard Gordon Traister was born in April of 1940 in Portland Oregon to Gordon and Wilma Traister, joining 5-year-old sister Irene. He grew up in the Pleasant Valley community of Southeast Portland where he attended Pleasant Valley Grade School and then Gresham High School.

Richard Gordon Traister

After his graduation in 1958, Richard joined the Oregon National Guard, serving in an artillery unit. He also began working as a switchman for Southern Pacific Railroad while continuing his education at Clark College in Vancouver and Portland State College.
In 1965 Richard married the love of his life, Judy Kozera. After buying a modest single-level home at auction during the leadup to construction of the I-205 freeway, they moved that house up the narrow tree-lined twists and turns of Barbara Welch Road to the topmost portion of the farm property where Richard was raised. Over the next 38 years Richard and Judy would work to transform the house into the home they would raise their children and welcome family into.
Their eldest daughter Trudi arrived in the chill of winter 1969, followed by twins Matthew and Melissa in the summer of 1971. Seeking new opportunities in the skilled trades, Richard left the railroad in 1973 to start the steamfitter/pipefitter apprenticeship program of UA Local 235 (later UA Local 290).

Over his career as a steamfitter, Richard worked on some of the Pacific Northwest’s largest infrastructure projects, including Bonneville and The Dalles Dams, and Nuclear Plants in addition to high-tech manufacturing companies. He was also a highly-regarded instructor, teaching specialized skills to construction teams visiting from outside the United States. Richard retired in 2002 as a journeyman steamfitter/pipefitter/welder working primarily with Harder Mechanical Contractors.
In retirement, Richard and Judy indulged their love of travel with excursions around Europe, Russia and their beloved Scandinavia. In addition to their international adventures, they were often on the move exploring the U.S. on numerous road trips, seeking out interesting places off the beaten path.
Never without a project for long, in 2006 Richard and Judy moved to Centerville, Washington in search of the open skies and mountain views that never failed to bring him peace. Richard built a beautiful custom home on 20 acres with the commanding presence of Mt Adams and "the best side" of Mt. Hood. This was the fulfillment of a lifelong dream dating back to when Richard climbed, skied or backpacked into most all the Pacific Northwest’s mountains. Many an evening was spent on the deck of their dream home under the open sky, star-gazing at the Milky Way and identifying favorite constellations.
In response to Richard’s failing health, they moved to Dallesport in 2020 to be closer to services and health care professionals.
Richard felt a strong sense of service to his community, and in addition to his long support for his union, was also a member of the Sons of Norway’s Grieg Lodge in Portland and Mid-Columbia Car Club in The Dalles.

Richard is survived by his beloved wife Judy, daughter Trudi Traister & son-in-law Scott Bolton, son Matthew Traister, daughter Melissa Traister, grandson Oliver Traister, granddaughter Lillian Traister of the Portland area, and sister Irene Elsey of Port Angeles, Washington. Cousins, nieces, nephews, and numerous friends will miss his bone-dry humor and laughing eyes. Until the end, only those eyes would give him away.
The family wishes to extend heartfelt appreciation to the entire staff of Celilo Cancer Center in The Dalles who provided attentive, thoughtful care over the past 11 years during his treatment for MDS.
Organizations Richard and Judy support include the MDS Foundation, American Lung Association, Doctors without Borders, and Habitat for Humanity. "
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: Samuel James Garcia

Samuel James Garcia, age 52, resident of The Dalles, Oregon passed away September 15, 2021. Funeral Service will be held Friday, September 24th, 1:00 pm at Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home, 1100 Kelly Avenue, The Dalles, Oregon.

Obituary: Virginia Barbara Urich “Ginny”

Virginia Barbara Urich “Ginny”

Virginia Barbara Urich “Ginny” passed away Tuesday, September 14th, 2021 in White Salmon, Washington.  She was born September 2, 1922 in and was 99 years of age at the time of her passing.

Ginny was born in Jasper, Indiana to Leo and Anna (Jerger) Ulrich.  She grew up in Indiana attending Jasper Elementary School and graduated from Jasper High School.  She continued her education at St. Mary’s and Elizabeth Hospital Nursing School in Louisville, Kentucky and then attended anesthesia school at Loyola University in New Orleans, Louisiana.

After graduation, she worked at St. Mary’s and Elizabeth Hospital in their surgery department.  She worked as a surgical nurse for many years before deciding to specialize in anesthia.  Ginny took a position in Indianapolis, Indiana as a nurse anesthetist at St. Vincent Hospital.  In 1963, she found her new job at the Hood River Memorial Hospital making her dream come true moving to the Pacific Northwest.  She retired from anesthesia in 1987 but continued to work part-time as a nurse in the recovery room until 1999 when she retired from Hood River Memorial Hospital.

Ginny loved playing the violin where she played in the high school orchestra from the ages 13-18. She loved sewing and crocheting and made many Barbie and doll clothes for her daughter and granddaughters, and for many birthday parties. Another thing she enjoyed doing was her ceramics. She was very involved in her granddaughter's lives, everything from, dance recitals, sport activities, school programs, and everything in between. She loved to travel.  Some places included being on a sailboat to the Bahamas. Many, many family trips to New York, Washington, DC, Kentucky, and her home state of Indiana. In 2006 she went on a trip to Egypt. A special trip she took with her parents in 1950 to Florida. That was always a special trip for her.  She loved playing Rummy and Solitaire. 

She was a devoted Catholic and an active member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church from 1963-2021 where she was also a member of the Church Choir.

Ginny is survived and will be dearly missed by her daughter, Sarah Urich Goebel (Kurt); granddaughters, Anna Belcher (Jeremy) and Mechelle Niezgoda (Ben); great-grandchildren: Hunter Bryant, Madalyn Bryant, Bella Belcher, Lou Lou Belcher, Kennedy Niezgoda, Havona Belcher, Journey Belcher; many nieces, nephews and her many friends she collected over the years from the hospital, church, and bunco.

She was preceded in death by her parents (Leo & Anna), siblings (Isidore, Antoinnette, Eugene, Jerome, Kenny, &  Emil) and a few nieces & nephews.

Ginny was an independent, strong, loving, giving woman.  Services to honor her are planned as follows;

Rosary & Vigil Service

6:00 p.m., Thursday, September 23rd, 2021 at Anderson's Tribute Center (1401 Belmont Avenue, Hood River, Oregon 97031).  ~ viewing to proceed from 9am to 6pm ~

Catholic Funeral Mass

10:00 a.m., Friday, September 24th, 2021 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church (1501 Belmont Avenue, Hood River, Oregon 97031). 

Visit www.AndersonsTributeCenter.com to leave a note of condolence for the family or to access live stream links for both events.

Obituary: Delphine (Dee) Lucille Dillon

Delphine (Dee) Lucille Dillon

Delphine (Dee) Lucille Dillon

Delphine (Dee) Lucille Dillon was born February 8th, 1924 to Luther and Ole Vineyard in Miami, Oklahoma, where she attended school in Wyandot, Oklahoma, graduating in 1942.  Dee followed her parents to Hood River and married Glenn W. Taylor in 1946.  Their son, Glenn D, was born in 1950.  The couple divorced in 1966.  Dee worked for the Oregon Washington Telephone Company into the early 1970s.

Gary and Dee were married on November 28th, 1969 and made their home in Hood River.  It was with Pastor Kintner, of First Baptist Church, that Dee trusted Jesus Christ with her life.  As a result of entrusting Christ, she shared in multiple ministries at First Baptist working with young children and various children’s ministries.  She also served as both monitor and female counselor with Baptist Christian School into the late 1980s.  She spent long hours in ministering to students and families after hours, by making her home a place where that could be accomplished.

She has continued to serve in the church at Faith Bible Church, (formerly First Baptist Church), assisting the senior’s ministry by planning monthly fellowship activities; her favorite being the coast trips in June and October.  Both Dee and Gary enjoyed the coast and made numerous trips throughout the years.  Dee also made their home a most suitable environment for Bible studies and lunchtime meals for the senior group.

Church ministry was not her only involvement; she also served many years with the Hood River Sports Club leading pool exercise classes for general therapy and wellness.  She also assisted her son, Glenn D and Mark Moga with their respective chiropractic businesses in Hood River for a number of years.

Dee passed peacefully and was received into her Lord’s hands early September 3rd, 2021with Gary at her side.

Dee is survived by husband Gary, son Glenn D. Taylor and wife Margaret Taylor, stepdaughter Karen Erwert (husband David), stepsons David Dillon and Rick Dillon (wife Dorothy), their children, and great-grandchildren.  She was preceded in death by her parents and brother Olan Vineyard.

Memorials gifts and notes of condolences for Dee will be received in her name and directed to Faith Bible Church, Dee Dillon Memorial Fund.

Services are planned for 11:00 am, Saturday, September 25th, 2021 at Mountain View Memorial Cemetery (1235 Tucker Road, Hood River, Oregon 97031).

Arrangements are under the direction of Anderson’s Tribute Center (Funerals, Receptions, Cremations), at 1401 Belmont Avenue, Hood River, Oregon 97031.

Visit www.AndersonsTributeCenter.com to leave a note of condolence for the family and to access link for live stream of Dee’s service.

Obituary: Robert Leland (Bob) Gove

Robert Leland (Bob) Gove

Robert Leland (Bob) Gove

Robert Leland (Bob) Gove of Mosier, Oregon went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, September 15th, 2021. He was born April 3rd, 1929 in Denver, Colorado to Leland Chase Gove and Bertha Evelyn Newman Gove. His Brother Dick Gove was born two years later. When Bob was 11 the family moved to The Dalles, Oregon where Leland worked in the shipyards. At Bob’s urging the family looked at a farm in Mosier in 1945 and bought 205 acres from Ben and Erma Veatch.

Bob loved taking care of the animals, gardening and working on the farm. He graduated from Mosier School, Salutatorian, in 1947.  After high school, he worked at Union Pacific Railroad and Pacific Telephone.

He married Marlys J. Yount on March 26, 1950. They lived for a time in Trout Lake, Washington where Bob worked on a dairy farm. They moved to the Skagit Valley and eventually settled in Redmond, Washington. They had four children; Janice Galbreath, Evelyn Hale, Victor Gove and Becky Jo Veatch. Bob worked in the telecommunication industry for many years and retired from General Telephone in Gresham around 1990.  Bob had a deep love for Jesus, his family and friends. He was the kindest man you could ever meet. He loved without judgment and he always put others before himself.

He also enjoyed writing, whether it be an essay, short story, or a “Bob” letter. They were meant to be encouragement and inspiration to those who received them. He was married to Marlys until her passing in 1988. He then met and married Verna Jean Everett in 1991 and gained 2 stepchildren, Sue and Brian and settled in Meridian, Idaho to be near her family. Bob and Verna Jean moved back to the Mid-Columbia area in 2018 where he was able to garden again and help his son on the farm in Mosier.

Bob leaves behind his wife, Verna Jean; three daughters; two stepchildren; grandchildren, Angela, Elijah, Benjamin and Jeremiah, Emmy, Mariah and Maddie as well as Verna Jean’s grandchildren; Nicole, Rebecca, Rachel and thirteen great-grandchildren.  He was preceded in death by his parents, Leland & Bertha; brother, Dick; wife, Marlys; and son, Victor. 

Per his request, his body was donated to science so others could continue to learn from him.  A memorial service and time for friends and family to gather & remember Bob at the Mosier Grange will be announced soon.

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

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Obituary: Linda Susan Koskela

Linda Susan Koskela

Linda Susan Koskela

Linda Susan Koskela passed away on September 9, 2021, in Portland, Oregon.  Linda was born on June 25, 1948, and was 73 years of age at the time of her passing. 

Linda's father was Clarence Phillip Still, and her mother's name was Maybel Gertrude Holt, bother George Still, daughter, Alicia Bump and Grandkid, Sierra Weingold.

She was born and raised in Eureka, California growing up close to the Ocean, lived in Cascade Locks close to her daughter.

She loved the beach, taking care of others, cooking and travel.

She is dearly missed and cherished forever.

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

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Death Notice: Kieth R. Walter

Kieth R. Walter, age 89, a resident of The Dalles and former resident of Washougal, Wa. passed away at a local care facility Sept. 16, 2021. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.

Death Notice: Barbara Ruth Hartman

Barbara Ruth Hartman, age 64, resident of The Dalles, Oregon passed away September 11, 2021. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.

Death Notice: Virginia Barbara Urich

Virginia Barbara Urich

Virginia Barbara Urich, passed away Tuesday, September 14th, 2021 in White Salmon, Washington.  Virginia was born September 2, 1922, in and was 99 years of age at the time of her passing.

Funeral Services to honor Virginia are planned as follows;

Rosary & Vigil Service

6:00 p.m., Thursday, September 23rd, 2021 at Anderson's Tribute Center (1401 Belmont Avenue, Hood River, Oregon 97031).  ~ viewing to proceed from 9 am to 6 pm ~

Catholic Funeral Mass

10:00 a.m., Friday, September 24th, 2021 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church (1501 Belmont Avenue, Hood River, Oregon 97031). 

Visit www.AndersonsTributeCenter.com to leave a note of condolence for the family or to access live stream links for both events.

Obituary: Richard Simons

Richard Simons

Richard Simons

Richard Simons passed away on September 3, 2021, in Hood River, Oregon. Richard was born April 24, 1963 and was 58 years of age at the time of his passing. 

Richard aka Quazzi was born in Anaheim, California and has more recently lived in Hood River and Springfield, Oregon.  On May 5, 1989, he married Tami Proebstel in Cascade Locks, Oregon.  He worked in commercial printing.

Survivors included his wife, Tami Simons of Hood River, Oregon; children, Todd, JoAnna, Steven and Ashlea; grandchildren, Peyton, Zoe and Brantley; siblings, Don, Teresa & Peggy; parents (and step-parents), Don & Ruth Simons and Patricia & Scot Hansen; and numerous nieces and nephews.

A time to celebrate Richard’s life and mourn his passing is planned for 3 pm, Saturday, September 25th, 2021 at the family home (1694 Tucker Road, Hood River, Oregon).

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

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Death Notice: Barbara A. Walters

Barbara A. Walters, age 77, resident of The Dalles, Oregon passed away September 7, 2021. Graveside services will be held Saturday September 25, 2021 at Valley View Cemetery, 1699 Valley View Rd, Vale , Oregon 97918 . Spencer, Libby & Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.

Death Notices: Alfred Jimmy "Jim" Payne, Mary Kathleen Lyon, Charles Forrest Decker, Wanda Mae Anderson

Jim Payne

Alfred Jimmy "Jim" Payne, age 71, passed away September 10, 2021. Funeral Services will be held 2:00 Sunday September 26, 2021 at Moro Fire Station, 309 Dewey St., Moro, Oregon, 97039; burial will follow at Grass Valley Cemetery. Spencer, Libby & Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.

Mary Kathleen Lyon, age 82, resident of Maupin, Oregon passed away September 11, 2021. Spencer, Libby & Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.

Charles Forrest Decker, age 94, resident of Wasco, Oregon passed away September 12, 2021. Graveside services will be held 11:00 Saturday September 25 , 2021 at Wasco Sunrise Cemetery, 71222 N. Sawtooth Road, Wasco Oregon 97065. Spencer, Libby & Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.

Wanda Mae Anderson, age 90, resident of Maupin, Oregon passed away September 12, 2021. Spencer, Libby & Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.

Death Notice: Judith Alicia Hottel

Judith Alicia Hottel, age 62, resident of The Dalles, Oregon passed away August 30, 2021. Spencer, Libby & Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.

Death Notice: Richard Traister

Richard Traister passed away September 6, 2021, surrounded by family at his home in Dallesport, Washington. He was born April 17, 1940, in Portland, Oregon and was 81 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.

Death Notice: Allesett Marie Spicer

Allesett Marie Spicer passed away September 6, 2021, in Hood River, Oregon with family by her side. Allesett was born June 4, 1955, and was 66 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: Jinnie Hamby

Jinnie Hamby passed away August 4th, 2021 at her home in The Dalles, Oregon surrounded by family. Jinnie was born on March 13th, 1927 and was 94 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.