Obituary: Kaarin Lind Brown, The Dalles

On Thursday, January 19, 2023, Kaarin Lind Brown was called home to be with her Lord and Savior after a long-fought battle with cancer.

Kaarin was born on May 4th, 1954, in Norfolk, Virginia, to Astrid Lindson-Brown and Frank Brown, joining her older sister Kris. While born on a Naval Base in Norfolk, she would spend several years in Great Lakes, Illinois, before her family was transferred to the housing unit in National City, California as Frank served at the San Diego Naval Base. Kaarin graduated from Sweetwater High School in 1972 and later attended Southwestern College, graduating in 1975.

Following her sister, Kris, Kaarin moved to The Dalles in the late 70s. She worked at Young’s Sporting Goods and Williams Clothing Store before beginning a job at R&R Sytech, staying with the company until it was sold in the early 2000s, and continued working for TerraSpacial Technologies until 2009. Kaarin was an expert AutoCAD operator, often being sent to other states around the country to assist with training.

Kaarin was an active member of Gateway Presbyterian Church, before that she was an active member of Zion Lutheran teaching Sunday School. Kaarin loved life and never knew a stranger. She loved sewing and making crafts with her grandkids and taking care of her “mom” Rosemary.

She is survived by her daughter, Maegin Buchanan and husband Stewart, grandchildren Aela, Arden, and Addy, The Dalles. She is also survived by her extended family, the LeSollens and their spouses. She was preceded in death by her father, Frank Brown and mother Astrid Lindson-Brown, and sister Kris Petroff.

A Memorial service will be held at Gateway Presbyterian Church on Saturday, February 18th at 1:00 p.m.

Death Notice: Molly Ann Mengis, The Dalles

Molly Ann Mengis, age 58, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away on February 4, 2023.

Mass Will be held at St. Peter Catholic Church in The Dalles, OR, on February 17, 2023, at 2:30 p.m. followed by a Celebration of Life at The Dalles Discovery Center at 4:30 p.m., 5000 Discovery Dr. The Dalles, OR. Spencer, Libby & Powell Funeral Home is in care of arrangements.

Death Notice: Eileen Ruth Gurley, 89, The Dalles

Eileen Ruth Gurley, age 89, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away on February 6, 2023.

A Memorial Service and Graveside Service will be held at a soon date. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home is in care of arrangements.

Death Notice: Katrina Louise Panko, 37, The Dalles

Katrina Louise Panko passed away on January 14th, 2023 at her residence in The Dalles, Oregon.  Katrina was born on August 19th, 1985, and was 37 years of age at the time of 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: Betty Marie Middleton, 82, The Dalles

Betty Marie Middleton, age 82, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away February 5, 2023.

A Celebration of Life will be held at the Spencer, Libby and Powell Gathering Hall on February 11, 2023 at 1:00 p.m. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home is in care of arrangements.

Obituary: Fredrick Norman Rowland, 82, Dufur

Fredrick Norman Rowland 82 years of age passed away on Wednesday, January 25, 2023 at Mid-Columbia Medical Center in The Dalles, Oregon. 

He was born on May 22, 1940 in Boise, Idaho to Norman and Bertha Rowland. He studied engineering in Portland and went to tax preparation school. He was a veteran of The US Navy. He spent many of his earlier years, traveling all around and never knew a stranger. He was kind to everyone. 

He spent a few years working on a cattle ranch in Tygh Valley Oregon and enjoyed his time as an arborist. He loved the outdoors, hunting and fishing. He was a man of many talents and loved to make things. He was best known for his sense of humor and always had a joke.  

For the last 66 years he lived his life with his life partner Carol White who survives him.  

He is preceded in death by his parents, daughter Terrie Bell and a step son Roger Pullen.  

In addition to his partner Carol surviving are his children, Joseph E. Rowland (Lisa), Laurie Huffman (Travis), Jay Jensen, Shanna Pine (Larry); His step-children, Terry Pullen (Elaine) Timothy Pullen (Sherri); Grandchildren, Amarilla Littlejohn, Michael Bowles, Joseph G. Rowland, Dakota Rowland; Step Grandchildren, Haley Peterson, Kelsey Peterson, Lindsey Black, Madison Pullen, Brandon Pullen, Kiara Pullen, Sarah Pullen, Timothy Pullen and many great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews.  

Also, a special niece Kimberly Cook who helped take care of him, also Donna Thompson a special sister-in-law and lastly his special fur baby Lily whom he adored. 

A memorial service for Fred will take place at 1:00 P.M. on Febuary 12, 2023 at the Dufur School (802 NE 5th St, Dufur, OR 97021) 

P.S. Fred loved maple bars. 

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: Clarence Coyne VanderJack, Juneau; Janice Lola Satanus, Tygh Valley

Clarence Coyne VanderJack, age 74, a resident of Juneau, AK, passed away on February 4, 2023. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home is in care of arrangements.

Janice Lola Satanus, age 83, a resident of Tygh Valley, OR, passed away on February 3, 2023. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home is in care of arrangements.   

Death Notices; Richard Allen Harmon, Tygh Valley; Siniivao M. Punefu, The Dalles

Richard Allen Harmon, age 78, a resident of Tygh Valley, OR, passed away on January 31, 2023. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home is in care of arrangements.

Siniivao M. Punefu, age 76, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away on February 2, 2023. A Viewing will be held on March 9, 2023 at Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home at 3:00 p.m. A Memorial Service will be held at Spencer, Libby and Powell Gathering Hall on March 10, 2023 at 10:00 a.m. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home is in care of arrangements.

Death Notice: Mary Ruth Lingo, 93, The Dalles

Mary Ruth Lingo, 93, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away on January 29, 2023.

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

Death Notice: Joan Ellen Moranville, 79, The Dalles

Joan Ellen Moranville passed away on November 7, 2022, in The Dalles, Oregon. Joan was born on April 7, 1943, and was 79 years old at the time of her passing.

A Memorial Service and reception for Joan will be held at 1:00 P.M. on Saturday, February 4, 2023, at Andersons Tribute Center (1401 Belmont Ave, Hood River, OR 97031)

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: Fredrick Norman Rowland, 82, The Dalles

Fredrick Norman Rowland passed away on January 25, 2023, in The Dalles, Oregon. Fredrick was born on May 22, 1940, and was 82 years old 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: Eulalie May Morehouse Welk, 97, Klondike

Eulalie May Morehouse Welk, 97, died Jan. 25, 2023, at her home in Pendleton, Oregon, with daughters and granddaughters at her side. She was born July 31, 1925, at Klondike, Oregon.

A family service was held at Spencer, Libby & Powell Funeral Home. Interment was at Odd Fellows Cemetery in The Dalles. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home is in care of arrangements.

Death Notices: Hildegard Reinertsen, The Dalles; Clarence Eugene Turner, Wasco; Paula Joyce Wharton, The Dalles

Clarence Eugene Turner, age 91, a resident of Wasco, OR, passed away on January 24, 2023. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home is in care of arrangements.

Hildegard Reinertsen, age 92, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away on January 22, 2023. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home is in care of arrangements.  

 Paula Joyce Wharton, age 80, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away on January 24, 2023. A family Graveside Service will be held at the Kelly Cemetery in Maupin, OR January 28, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. A Memorial Service will be held at the Covenant Church in The Dalles, OR February 11, 2023, at 1:00 p.m. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home is in care of arrangements.

Death Notice: Michael David Shinnick Jr., 52, The Dalles

Michael David Shinnick Jr., age 52, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away on January 23, 2023.

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

Death Notifce: Wallace Alan Sprenger, 70, Lyle

Wallace Alan Sprenger, age 70, a resident of Lyle, WA, passed away on January 22, 2023.

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

Death Notice: Michael Timothy Antonowicz, The Dalles

Michael Timothy Antonowicz, age 70, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away on January 23, 2023.

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

Death Notices: Daniel Joseph Wright, The Dalles; Gary James VanWambeke, Lyle; Oleta Fern Hackett, The Dalles

Daniel Joseph Wright, age 58, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away on January 21, 2023. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date in Boise, ID. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home is in care of arrangements.  

 Gary James VanWambeke, age 77, a resident of Lyle, WA, passed away on January 18, 2023. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home is in care of arrangements.

Oleta Fern Hackett, age 95, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away on January 23, 2023. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home is in care of arrangements.   

Death Notices: Kaarin Lind Brown, Verna Mae Boyette, Myrna Louis Melzer, The Dalles

Kaarin Lind Brown, age 68, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away on January 19, 2023. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home is in care of arrangements.

Verna Mae Boyette, age 89, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away on January 17, 2023. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home is in care of arrangements.   

Myrna Louis Melzer, age 92, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away on January 24, 2023. An Interment will be held at a later date at the Rose Hill Cemetery in Moro, OR. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home is in care of arrangements.

Death Notice: Lila Geraldine Rios, The Dalles

Lila Geraldine Rios, age 76, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away on January 19, 2023.

A Celebration of Life will be held on January 25, 2023, at The Church of Christ, Dallesport, WA, at 11:00 am. Spencer, Libby & Powell Funeral Home is in care of arrangements.

Obituary: Suzanne 'Sue' K. Gardner, Cascade Locks

Suzanne '“Sue” K. Gardner

Longtime Cascade Locks resident, Suzanne '“Sue” K. Gardner passed away at home, surrounded by family, on January 7, 2023.

Sue was born in San Jose, CA on April 16, 1937, to Joshua (Jim) J. Pappin and Amarita K. (Cameron) Pappin. She was their only child, but she had an older half-brother from Jim’s first marriage.  

She lived in Pawhuska, OK until she was three when her parents moved to Grants Pass, OR. When Sue was young, her parents divorced and she lived with her grandparents in Grants Pass, OR. She enjoyed her time baking with her grandmother, fishing with her grandfather and riding her favorite cow when bringing them back to the barn at night.  

She moved to Klamath Falls, OR at the age of 13 when her father married Fay J. (Cone) Gardner. After being an only child with a small family unit, Sue was excited to have a new large family, which included two stepbrothers, a stepsister, and many aunts, uncles, and cousins.   

Sue graduated from Klamath Union High School with a certificate in secretarial work and a love of typing. After graduating, she worked in various offices doing clerical work until 1957, when she married Gail Gardner. Gail and Sue had met 7 years earlier. Gail said it was love at first sight, and marrying Sue was the best decision he ever made. They had been married for 65 years.  

Sue and Gail moved multiple times in their early years of marriage while Gail went to Oregon State University and after he started working for the Corps of Engineers. They finally settled with their two small children in Cascade Locks, OR in 1970. While her children were growing up, Sue was involved in starting a pre-school program, co-leading a Boy Scout troop, and helping with the local 4-H group. She also belonged to the local PTO and volunteered many hours at the school.  

She loved children and had a small in-home daycare for quite a few years before going back to work. She work as a receptionist at Mid-Columbia Family Physicians in Stevenson, WA until her retirement in 1990. During retirement, she and Gail enjoyed hiking, bike riding, birdwatching, going to casinos, and wintering in Arizona.   

Sue was a talented painter and enjoyed going to tole painting and oil painting classes with her friends. Sue was also proud of her Native American heritage and enjoyed learning about her Osage lineage from her niece, who she met later in life.  

She was preceded in death by her father, Jim Pappin; stepmother, Fay (Cone) Gardner-Pappin; mother, Amarita (Cameron) Pappin-Jungworth; stepfather, Bill Jungworth; stepbrother, Ed Gardner; half-brother Jean Pappin; nephew, Daryl Gardner; nephew, Glen Gardner; niece, Sharon Pappin-Clement; and brother-in-law Floyd Folvin.  

Sue is survived by her husband, Gail G. Gardner; son, Benjamin Gardner; daughter, Kathleen Leisinger; daughter-in-law Anie Gardner; son-in-law Matthew Leisinger; grandchildren Nicholas Malone, Cameron Malone, Mykan Malone, and Madison Gardner; stepsister, Fairy Folvin; nephew, Edwin Folvin; and “honorary daughter”, Bethalyn Gonzalez.  

Per Sue’s request, there will not be a service. In lieu of flowers, we ask that you donate in Sue’s name to the Alzheimer’s Association at www.alz.org. Arrangements are under the direction of Anderson’s Tribute Center. Visit www.AndersonsTributeCenter.com to leave a note of condolence for the family.