Death Notice: Floyd Franklin Branson, III, Hood River

Floyd Franklin Branson, III of Hood River, Oregon passed away September 1, 2022, at Providence St. Vincent Medical Center in Portland, Oregon.  Floyd was born December 25, 1947, in Miami, Oklahoma, and was 74 years of age at the time of passing.   

Services are planned for 2:00 p.m., Sunday, September 18th, 2022 at Hood River Alliance Church (2650 Montello Ave, Hood River, OR 97031).  Graveside Committal will follow at Mountain View Memorial Cemetery of 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. 

Obituary: Adeline Marie (Syrstad) Schull, Hood River

Adeline Marie (Syrstad) Schull was born May 25, 1929, on the family farm near Revillo, South Dakota, to Melvin & Esther (Nordquist) Syrstad.  She passed away peacefully in her sleep in her home on August 27, 2022 

Adeline married the love of her life, Harold Schull, on January 24, 1948.  They shared 63 years together before Harold’s passing on September 18, 2011.  They wanted to get away from the cold South Dakota winters and, with $50 in their pocket, moved to The Dalles, Oregon in the summer of 1952 where Harold got a job working construction on The Dalles Dam. 

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Harold & Adeline were great business partners.  Harold handled the construction aspect of the partnership and Adeline handled the bookkeeping and money!  They move the family to Hood River in 1960 when Harold built Orchard Lanes Bowling Alley and various other enterprises.  They retired from the bowling alley in 1977 and spent many happy winters traveling and wintering in the Palm Springs area. 

Adeline is now reunited with her beloved husband, Harold, her parents, and siblings; Evelyn, Pearl, Joyce, Norbert, Betty, Donna, Beverly, Louise and Shirley … enjoying lots of potlucks and dancing the night away. 

Adeline is survived by her children, Linda (David) Campbell, Doug Schull, Randy (Cate) Schull, Janell (Tim) Wingerd, nine grandchildren, fifteen great-grandchildren and sister, Sharon. 

Graveside Services are planned for 1:00 p.m., Wednesday, September 7th, 2022 at Idlewilde Cemetery (970 Tucker Road, Hood River, Oregon).  Celebrant Speaker and friend, Bob Huskey will officiate.  Celebration of Life is to follow at her daughter, Janell’s residence. 

Remembrances may be made to Hospice of the Gorge or a charity of your choice. 

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 Notices: Joanne Karole Frost, The Dalles: William Jay Hammond, Arlington

William Jay Hammond, age 76, a resident of Arlington, OR, passed away on August 29, 2022. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home is in care of arrangements.

Joanne Karole Frost, age 90, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away on August 28, 2022. A Celebration of Life will be held at the Zion Lutheran Church in The Dalles, OR, on October 8, 2022, at 11:00 am. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home is in care of arrangements.

Death Notice: Tanya Durland, Hood River

Tanya Durland passed away on August 23, 2022, at SpringRidge Independent Living in Wilsonville, Oregon.  Tanya was born on August 3, 1924, and was 98 years of age at the time of passing. 

Services & Reception are planned for 11:00 a.m., Saturday, September 17th at Anderson's Tribute Center • 1401 Belmont Avenue, Hood River, Oregon 97031.  Graveside Rites will follow at the Mountain View Memorial Cemetery of Hood River, Oregon.

Death Notice: David Cox, The Dalles

David Cox passed away on August 29, 2022, in The Dalles, Oregon at The Pearl. David was born on September 13, 1953, and was 68 years old 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 Notices: Mark Floyd Ratliff, The Dalles; Carla Ruth Chamberlain, The Dalles

Mark Floyd Ratliff, age 57, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away on August 26, 20222. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home is in care of arrangements.

Carla Ruth Chamberlain, age 84, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away on August 29, 2022. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home is in care of arrangements.

Death Notices: Guadalupe Leyba Luna, Tina Marie Davidson, Edward Fix

Guadalupe Leyba Luna passed away surrounded by family on August 18, 2022, at his home in Hood River, Oregon.  Guadalupe was born on April 5, 1957, and was 65 years of age at the time of his passing. 

A viewing was held at 9:00 a.m., Saturday, August 20, 2022, at Anderson’s Tribute Center. His funeral mass followed at 12:00 p.m., Saturday, August 20, 2022, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church. Donations in Guadalupe’s name can be made to Anderson’s Tribute Center.

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.

Edward Fix passed away on August 25, 2022, in Hood River, Oregon. Edward was born on February 19, 1952, and was 70 years old 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. 

Tina Marie Davidson passed away on August 19, 2022, in Parkdale, Oregon. Tina was born on August 15, 1966, and was 56 years old 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.

Celebration of Life on Sept. 17: Kenneth Douglas Leash, The Dalles

Kenneth Douglas Leash

Jan. 4, 1939 - Feb. 2, 2022

A Celebration of Life for Kenneth Douglas Leash will take place at St. Peter’s Landmark, Saturday, Sept. 17th at 1:00 p.m. A reception will follow immediately after at the Bargeway Pub Event Venue. Contact Taunie or Michael Leash at 541.340.0892 or MLeash@TDHGI.com for more information.

Death Notice: Jennifer June Johnston, Brush Prairie, Washington

Jennifer June Johnston, age 43, a resident of Brush Prairie, WA, passed away on August 19, 2022. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home is in care of arrangements.

Death Notice: Barbara June Young, The Dalles

Barbara June Young, age 66, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away on August 14, 2022. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home is in care of arrangements.

Death Notices: Shawn Robin Atkins, The Dalles; Thomas Earl Bartholomew, The Dalles

Shawn Robin Atkins, age 60, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away on August 20, 2022. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home is in care of arrangements.

Thomas Earl Bartholomew, age 81, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away on August 20, 2022. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home is in care of arrangements.

Death Notices: Richard Kieth Morgan, Mosier; Gloria May Schultens, The Dalles

Richard Kieth Morgan, age 70, a resident of Mosier, OR, passed away on August 20, 2022. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home is in care of arrangements.

Gloria May Schultens, age 97, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away on August 19, 2022. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home is in care of arrangements.

Obituary: Jodi Wood, Hood River Valley

On the morning of August 14, 2022, Jodi Wood peacefully and unexpectedly departed this life for the serenity of the next. She was 58 years old. 

Jodien Marie Buzan Thornton Wood, known as Jodi to anyone who had the privilege of meeting her, was born on March 26, 1964, in Portland, Ore., to Carol Green Buzan Thornton and Robert Buzan. After her father’s untimely death in November 1964, her mother married a childhood friend, Richard Thornton, and she was blessed with three younger brothers. 

Jodi lived most of her life in her beloved Hood River Valley, residing in Parkdale, Odell and Hood River at various points in her all-too-short life, save for a few years in Portland in the early- and mid-1980s. She attended Parkdale Elementary, Wy’East and Hood River Middle Schools, and Hood River Valley High School, graduating with honors in 1982. 

It was at Wy’East Middle School where Jodi met her future husband, John Wood, before transferring to Hood River Middle School. When the two attended Hood River Valley High School together, Jodi turned him down several times when he asked her out on a date. They reconnected in Portland in 1983 and their love blossomed. They were married in Odell, Ore., on May 24, 1986. 

Jodi was deeply committed to her family and found her greatest joy when surrounded by them. In 1987 she welcomed her first-born joy, Robert, and two years later gave the world a second gift in her daughter, Sarah. She made it a priority to attend family reunions and holiday gatherings. There was rarely a concert, sporting event or play of her kids’ that Jodi missed, no matter the time or travel required. 

Throughout her life, Jodi worked at the Hood River Care Center, Luhr-Jensen, and Orchard Lanes, among others. Most recently, for nearly two decades, Jodi worked at Windmaster Market at the valley’s crossroads, managing the store until early 2022. She was adored by her customers and coworkers alike, and reliably greeted folks coming into the store with a smile five days a week. 

Jodi was preceded in death by her two fathers, passing one year to the day after Richard. She is survived by her loving husband of 36 years, John Wood, of Hood River, Ore.; son, Robert Wood, and partner, Caleb Schutz, of Vancouver, Wash.; daughter, Sarah, and husband, Kevin Lathim, of Spokane, Wash.; mother, Carol Thornton, of Irrigon, Ore.; brother, Dan Thornton, of Irrigon, Ore.; brother, Shawn, and wife, Shannon Thornton, of Cheney, Wash.; brother, Ken, and wife, Gina Thornton, of Snowden, Wash.; nine nieces and nephews; seven great-nieces and nephews; and an entire valley bereft of her warm and welcoming spirit. 

Jodi’s life will be celebrated in the Community Building at the Hood River County Fairgrounds at 2 p.m. on September 24, 2022. All are welcome to attend and share their memories of this incredible friend, daughter, wife and mother. 

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you call your parents, children and friends, and tell them that you love them. 

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: Julia Ann Stillwell, The Dalles

Julia Ann Stillwell, age 84, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away on August 18, 2022.

Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home is in care of arrangements.

Death Notice: Hisako Kaku Tamura, Hood River

Hisako Kaku Tamura passed away on August 17th, 2022, in Hood River, OR. She was born May 23, 1924, and was 98 years of age at the time of her 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: Robert Charles Miller, Hood River

Robert Charles Miller passed away on August 15, 2022, in Hood River, Oregon. Robert was born on June 20, 1937, and was 85 years old 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: Carol Ann Toombs, Sherwood

Carol Ann Toombs, age 76, a resident of Sherwood, OR, passed away on August 13, 2022.

A Funeral will be held at Spencer, Libby and Powell Gathering Hall in The Dalles, OR on August 26, 2022, at 11:00 am. A graveside burial will follow. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home is in care of arrangements.

Death Notice: Kathleen Lucille Collins, The Dalles

Kathleen Lucille Collins, age 57, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away on August 13, 2022. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home is in care of arrangements.

Death Notices: Viola Jean Hill, Hood River; Gregory Joe Wargnier, The Dalles; Bernice Geneva Sutton, Wasco

Viola Jean Hill, age 92, a resident of Hood River, OR, passed away on August 12, 2022. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home is in care of arrangements.

Gregory Joe Wargnier, age 61, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away on August 04, 2022. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home is in care of arrangements.

Bernice Geneva Sutton, age 77, a resident of Wasco, OR, passed away on August 10, 2022. A celebration of life will be held at a later date. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home is in care of arrangements.

Obituary: Donna Jean Smith, Hood River

Donna Jean Smith passed away on August 6, 2022, at Brookside Assisted Living Facility at the age of 91.  She was born August 31, 1930, in Detroit, MI to Charles and Marie Hoon.

  She had two older siblings, Shirley and Jackie.  She met her husband, Jim Smith, in Ft. Wayne, Indiana where they met on a blind date.  They were married three months later in 1955 by eloping in Michigan because their mothers were widows and couldn't afford a wedding for them. 

Jim had recently gotten out of the Air Force where he learned to brief pilots on weather conditions.  He got a job with the National Weather Service and then was offered a position working for a new television station in Cincinnati, Ohio.  

Jim was a television meteorologist and a member of the American Meteorological Society, a career that took Donna all over the country. In 1956, they welcomed a baby girl, Patti, to the world amidst their move to Cincinnati.  That led to job changes to Baltimore, Maryland, Detroit, Michigan, Ft. Wayne, Indiana, Orlando, Florida and Tampa, Florida.   Donna worked as an accountant and administrative assistant at locations where ever Jim's career took them.  She raised Patti, with love and kept the family going with all the changes in locations. 

Donna had a second 'adopted daughter' when Patti became best friends with Heather Mackenzie.  Heather and Donna jokingly referred to each other as Mom #2 and Kid #2.  

In 1989, Patti married Glen Pearce adding a son-in-law and three grandsons to Donna's family, Robert (Lisa), Mark and Andrew.  Sadly, Jim died in 1993 to liver cancer less than a year after retiring.  

In 1997, she chose to follow Patti and Glen to Seattle, Washington when a career change took the family to the great northwest.  Donna hit the road again for a final time when Patti and Glen moved to Hood River.  She lived on her own for 20 years in a single-story duplex in the Heights of Hood River.  Finally, it came time for her to accept more assistance from others and she spent two years at Parkhurst Place and finally almost two years at Brookside Assisted Living. 

Donna was such a sweet person with a great personality and a quick sense of humor.  She never failed to tell folks that she appreciated their help and loved hugs and kisses.  She was a great mother and an incredible grandmother.

She will be missed by many.  At her request, there will be no service.

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.