Death Notice: Charles James Morris Sr., 92, The Dalles

 Charles James Morris Sr., age 92, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away November 23, 2023

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

Death Notice: Robert M. Salin, 63, The Dalles

Robert M. Salin, age 63, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away November 14, 2023.

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

Death Notice: Maria Anneliese Ansari, 63, The Dalles

Maria Anneliese Ansari, age 63, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away November 22, 2023.

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

Obituary: Allan Wimberly Schulz, 83, Goldendale

Allan Wimberly Schulz

From Columbia Hills Memorial Chapel:

By Jack Trumbull

Allan Wimberly Schulz was born in Chehalis, Washington on January 16, 1940.  The son of Margaret (Smithson) and Jack Schulz.  He grew up in West Seattle then moved to Puyallup and graduated from Puyallup High School in 1958. 

He went to work at Boeing out of high school as a hydraulic plumber.  In February 1959 Allan enlisted in the United States Navy where he was an air traffic controller on the USS Ticonderoga carrier ship until 1963.  He returned to Puyallup after his service and married “The Girl Next Door”, a friend and the love of his life, Cheryl Lynn Wunch.  They married on September 7, 1963, in Puyallup Washington where they settled.  Allan worked in the trucking industry for a number of years before fulfilling a dream of buying his own truck.  Allan ended his working career as a mechanic for Sealand in Tacoma where he also served as the Shop Steward for the Teamsters union.  Allan retired in 2001.  He enjoyed classic cars and garage time with his 1931 Ford.  In 2010, Allan moved to Goldendale after losing his wife Cheryl after 46 years of marriage.  He enjoyed the community, classic cars, and freedom on the open road. 

Allan went peacefully on November 17, 2023, surrounded by his family at his home in Goldendale, Washington.  He was 83 years old and survived by his sons James Schulz, and David (Gail) Shulz, his daughter, Lynette (Brian) Enstad, his grandchildren, Dylon, Morgan, Ethan (Emily), Dean (Haily) and great-grandchildren, Terrence, Kennedy, and Della.  Allan was preceded in death by his wife Cheryl, Brother John, and his parents. 

Allan’s family will be holding a private memorial. 

Arrangements are under the direction of Columbia Hills Memorial Chapel • 300 W. Broadway Street (Post Office Box 134), Goldendale, Washington 98620 • (509) 772-2636.  Visit www.gardnerFH.com to share a story or leave a note for family.      

Obituary: William (Bill) Gordon Hovland, 71, Hood River

William (Bill) Gordon Hovland

William Gordon Hovland (Bill), of Hood River, Oregon, passed away unexpectedly on November 22nd, 2023 at the age of 71. 

Bill was born on September 4th, 1952, to Betty and Robert Hovland in Sioux City, Iowa. He started working at the family company, Hovland Manufacturing Co., in 1966, eventually coming to own and run the company. He graduated from East High School and was also in the Army Reserves from 1971 to 1977. After moving to Cody, Wyoming in 1994, he became a Snap-on Tools franchise owner. 

He met Kathy Butler in 1979 on a blind date and they married on May 17th, 1980. Bill and Kathy went on to have two children, Lara and Justin. 

Bill enjoyed playing golf, visiting Yellowstone National Park, cooking for family and friends, and helping with home projects big and small. He enjoyed a good debate, and always had a positive outlook on life. He was also an 18-year cancer survivor. After retiring in 2015 he and Kathy moved to Hood River to be closer to family, where he perfected his recipes for bread, pastries, and cassoulet, and also volunteered as a tax preparer. 

Bill is survived by Kathy Hovland (wife, Hood River, OR), Lara Schukar (daughter, Hood River, OR), and her husband Ben, with grandchildren Drew and Max, Justin Hovland (son, Portland, OR) and his wife Virinia, with grandchildren Soren and Ramona, Julie Hovland (sister, Sioux City, IA), and Mary Anne Oehlerking (sister, Sgt Bluff, IA), Cindy and Tom Tiedeman (sister-in-law, Naples, FL), Christy and Will Schreiber (sister-in-law, Scottsdale, AZ), and Angie and Harry Ackerman (sister-in-law, Westmoreland, NH), and nieces and nephews Dena, Brian, Mary Lee (Donny), Lee, Espen, Seth, Austin, Melanie, and Derek. He was preceded in death by Betty and Robert Hovland (parents), David Hovland (brother), Roberta Lynn Hovland (sister), and Tom Oehlerking (brother-in-law). 

His family will be holding a Celebration of Life for Bill at a later date in Hood River, OR. 

Bill was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather who was deeply loved and will be profoundly missed. 

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: Michael Maurer, Hood River

Michael Maurer

Michael Maurer died unexpectedly on November 17, 2023 at his home in Hood River, Oregon. 

Michael was born In Hood River to Albert and Cletamay Maurer January 2, 1944.  He grew up in the Hood River Valley on his parents’ fruit, cattle, chicken and hog farm, where he often walked to the Hood River after school to fish. 

He graduated from Wy East High School in 1962 where he wrestled in high school, then went to Lewis and Clark College in Portland and was a first-generation college graduate with a degree in business administration. 

He moved to Los Angeles, California to work in the insurance industry then took a 9-month sabbatical to backpack across Europe.  He returned to California and worked in the banking industry where he met and would marry the love of his life, Suzanne Strickler.  While in California he was also a reserve Manhattan Beach Police officer.  

Michael and Suzanne were married in 1970 in California and 2 years later, moved to his hometown, Hood River, Oregon where they owned and operated an apple and pear orchard for the next 6 years.  He also worked as a reserve deputy for the Hood River City Police Department. During this time, he went back to college and got his teaching degree and taught fifth-grade math at May Street Elementary. 

While teaching, he got his real estate license and started his career at Glenn Taylor Real Estate, which would lead him to eventually opening up Mountain Valley Properties and later franchising and owning 4 real estate offices in Hood River, OR, Gresham, OR, White Salmon, WA and Stevenson WA. 

He obtained his contractor’s license and built a beautiful home for Suzanne and himself to live out the rest of their life in.  Eventually, he was forced into early retirement due to illness.  He then enjoyed woodworking of all types, cooking and fixing anything that needed fixed and even wrote a children’s book.  He was very passionate about growing things in his garden and loved fresh tomatoes. 

Michael was an Elks member, served his community with 8 years on Hood River City Council and became Mayor of Hood River in the 80’s.  He went to church religiously when his parents were alive and was a deacon and elder at Hood River Valley Christian Church where all three of his kids were baptized. 

Michael loved his family and spending time with them.  He and Suzanne had three children and Michael took the family camping regularly in the summer where he taught them how to fish.  The family still goes up camping to family property and he created a legacy of good times. 

Additionally, he and Suzanne were ski patrol members at Cooper spur and they took the kids up every Sunday in the winter to ski.  If you came to the Maurer house as a friend of the kids, you were guaranteed to laugh at his antics which could include many things and possibly a good scare with a Halloween mask from time to time! 

He never sat still and was always busy. 

His love for family and kids passed on to his grandkids which he often said were the most beautiful girls he had ever seen.  He was kind and compassionate and always there for them.  He was incredibly proud of his family. 

Michael was preceded in death by his parents, Albert and Cletamay Maurer and his Oldest sister, Alberta who died at 10 days old. 

He is survived by his wife, Suzanne Maurer, children Monique Adams (Harry), Craig Maurer, Charmaine Fletcher (Branden) and his grandkids Lexie Schacht (Jesse), Gracie McCafferty (Trevor Cooper), Aurora Maurer and Anastasia Maurer, Great Grand Child Hudson Schacht and sister, Lindamay Woosley. 

A private ceremony was held for immediate family on November 25, 2023.   

Flowers can be sent to Tammy Hall Floral in Hood River and will be delivered to the 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. 

Death Notice: Donna Jean McCoy, 89, Maupin

Donna Jean McCoy, age 89, a resident of Maupin, OR, passed away on November 13th, 2023.

A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home is in care of arrangements.

Obituary: Larry V. Davidson

Larry V. Davidson

Larry V. Davidson passed away on Nov. 17, 2023.

He was born on September 4, 1963, in Portland, Oregon, to Don and Joan Davidson. He moved to The Dalles at 11 days old, where he loved to play baseball and basketball, fish, and hunt “varmints.”

Larry stayed in The Dalles until he left for his Mission in New Orleans. When he returned from his Mission, he married his first wife Maria Harrison, and together they moved to Rexburg, Idaho to attend Ricks College (BYU’s junior college). After receiving his Associate’s Degree, he and Maria moved to Portland where he attended Portland State University to major in Criminal Justice. That is also where he had his first child, Dylan Davidson.

A few years after graduating from college, he landed his dream job with the DEA (even as a little boy he always said he wanted to be a G-Man). As a DEA Agent, he traveled the world and held posts in Seattle; Jackson, MS; and Nicaragua to name a few.

After his career with the DEA was over, he became a Forensic Accountant, which took him all over the Country, investigating suspected money laundering schemes, and other potential bank crimes.

In 2002, while working for the DEA in Portland, he met and married his second wife Allison Drake, and she had his second child, Sofi Davidson. However, the life of a DEA Agent soon took its toll, and they amicably parted ways.

As they say, “third time’s a charm,” and it was his third and last marriage to Rebecca Seely that provided the glue that stuck. Together, they traveled, enjoyed family and friends, and activities centered around their church.

He is survived by his wife, Rebecca; his children, Dylan Davidson, Sofi Davidson, and Spencer Johnson; his sister Linda Davidson-Joy; his nephew Brian Joy; and good friend Melanie Alley. He was preceded in death by his brother Mark Davidson; his father Donald Davidson; and his mother Joan Davidson (Tunison).

Donations in his name may be made to the Last Chance Cat Ranch of Lethbridge, Canada at https://www.thelastchancecatranch.com/donate-1.

Death Notice: Timothy Shane O'Neill, 69, The Dalles

Timothy Shane O'Neill, age 69, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away on November 17th, 2023.

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

Death Notice: Dorothy Ann Smothermon, 85, Maupin

Dorothy Ann Smothermon, age 85 a resident of Maupin, OR, passed away on November 16th, 2023.

A Funeral will be held at Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home, and Burial will follow at Kelly Cemetery in the near future.

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

Death Notice: Sharon Lee Harmon, 80, Wasco

Sharon Lee Harmon, age 80, a resident of Wasco, OR, passed away November 15th, 2023.

A Celebration of Life will be held by the family at a later date. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.

Death Notice: Betty Jean Morris, 89, The Dalles

 Betty Jean Morris, age 89, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away on November 19th, 2023.

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

Service Announcement: Jeffrey (Jeff) Drennan, 60, Hood River

Jeffrey (Jeff) Drennan passed away on November 12, 2023, at his home in Hood River, Oregon. Jeffrey was born July 20, 1963 and was 60 years of age at the time of passing.

Services are planned for 2:00 p.m., Thursday, November 30th, 2023 at The Hood River Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (1825 May St, Hood River, OR 97031). Graveside Committal will follow at Idlewilde 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: Thomas (Tom) Leo Murphy, 77, Hood River

Thomas (Tom) Leo Murphy, 77 years of age, passed away peacefully on a quiet Thursday afternoon, November 16th, 2023, next to his devoted wife, Joyce Murphy at Providence Hood River Memorial Hospital in Hood River, OR. A friend to many, a husband, a father, a son, a brother, a grandfather, an enemy to none, and an all-around charismatic man; Tom was someone who left his imprint on each person he encountered. He not only touched the souls of many but managed to make his burning passion of being an airplane mechanic and pilot his life’s work. Tom lived out his last days dedicated to his craft, loving those around him, and making others smile.  

Tom was born on September 4th,1946 in San Bernardino, California to his parents William A. Murphy Senior and Ruth C. Murphy. Tom also shared memories of his childhood with his two brothers, William A. Murphy Jr. and Robert M. Murphy who predeceased him in death. He’s survived by his wife, Joyce, his children, Kyle D. Murphy of WaiKoloa, Hawaii, Sheila C. Murphy of Meridian, Idaho, Darren N. Bates of Fairview, OR, and Kimberly J. Millhollin of Fairview OR. He’s also survived by his beloved grandchildren: Riley I. Murphy, Tyler J. Murphy, Mackenzie M. Bates, and Ayla R. Bates.  

Tom earned his wings as a pilot at the age of sixteen before he got his driver’s license. As a teenager, he would ride his bike miles to the airport to help restore antique airplanes. After graduating from Lodi Union High School in 1964, he attended one year at San Joaquin Delta Jr. College. Never steering from his dreams, Tom then transferred to Sacramento City College where he graduated with his A+P Certificate in 1967.  

In the late 70’s Tom went to work for Orchard Machinery Corporation whose owner eventually became the founder of the WAAAM Museum in Hood River, Oregon. There he maintained the corporate fleet and restored antique airplanes. He continued doing this when he moved to Hood River in 1981 working for Hood River Aircraft. In 1995 he moved to Troutdale, where he had his own shop in Estacada. Later on, he and his wife moved back to Hood River where Tom continued restoring aircraft, as the WAAAM Museum was being built. He was the Director of Restorations there for 10 years. At least 40 of these airplanes that Tom restored, including the Curtis Jenny, are in Hood River’s WAAAM Museum today.  

50 years of dedicated service in aviation safety led to him receiving the The Wright Brothers “Master Pilot Award”, as well as the Charles Taylor “Master Mechanic” Award from the Department of Transportation and the Federal Aviation Administration. One of his proudest accomplishments was in 1995 when he successfully flew a replica of a 1912 Curtis Pusher off of the top of the Multnomah Hotel building in downtown Portland to Pearson Airpark in Vancouver, WA. This was a famous reenactment of Silas Christofferson’s same flight in 1912.  

Tom left everyone’s lives he touched with a multitude of good memories. His impeccable attention to detail was his trademark. He was a humble man and an inspiration to many. His passions in life were his family and friends, flying, his work, animals, and his little dog Tucker. Always willing to lend a hand, he will be greatly missed. Tom once said… “Flying is the greatest freedom in the world”. May he fly high and rest in peace. 

A Graveside Committal Service is planned for 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, November 28th, 2023 at Idlewilde Cemetery (970 Tucker Road, Hood River, Oregon) - Memorial Services will be held at the convenience of the family at a later date in 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. 

Death Notice: Richard Kent Slegers, 83, Hood River

Richard Kent Slegers passed away in Hood River, Oregon. Richard was born September 21, 1940, and was 83 years of age at the time of passing. The funeral service and reception for Richard will take place at 1:00 P.M. on Saturday, December 2, 2023, with a graveside to follow.

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: Bill Dale Cross, 92, Hood River

Bill Dale Cross

Bill Dale Cross of Hood River, Oregon passed away on November 12th, 2023, in The Dalles, Oregon. Bill was born on February 12th, 1931. He was 92 years of age at the time of passing.

Bill was born in Scottsbluff, Nebraska to Dale and Nellie Cross. He moved to Hood River with his parents in 1949 and only after one week he hitchhiked back to Nebraska when he was seventeen to be with his girlfriend, Betty Orde. He and Betty married in the Spring of 1949 and returned to Hood River, driving a 36 Ford Coupe.

Bill enjoyed hunting, fishing, playing billiards and Keno… he was affectionately known as “Keno Bill”. He was active in the Hood River Elks Lodge and was an Honorary Life Member and held the office of Treasurer.

The first job he had in Hood River was at the AGA (Apple Growers of America) Cannery. He worked two years on The Dalles Dam during its construction. He drove truck for seventeen years for Lester Auto Freight and eleven years for Silver Wheels Hauling Freight. He retired from East Fork Irrigation District in 1996.

Bill was preceded in death by his wife of 45 years Betty; son, David; daughter-in-law, GayLynn; longtime companion, Janet Peterson; and good friend, Nita Griffith. He is survived by his sister, Donna Dishman; two grandchildren; a great grandchild; nieces, nephews and many friends.

A time to gather and remember Bill is planned for 2:00 P.M., Thursday, November 30th at the Hood River Elks Lodge (304 Cascade Ave., Hood River, Oregon 97031).

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: Harry Stanley Kelsay, 80, Maupin

Harry Stanley Kelsay, age 80 a resident of Maupin, OR, passed away November 11, 2023. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.

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

Death Notice: Jimmy(Jeff)Drennan Jr, 60, Hood River

Jimmy(Jeff)Drennan Jr passed away on November 12, 2023, at his home in Hood River, Oregon. Jeffrey was born July 20, 1963, and was 60  years of age at the time of 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: Phil Jensen, 87, Florence

Phil Jensen passed away on November 5, 2023, in Florence, Oregon.  

Phil was born in Hood River, Oregon on July 1, 1936 and was 87 at the time of his passing. Phil is the 3rd son of Luhr Jensen Sr. founder of the Luhr Jensen and Sons Company of Hood River, Oregon in 1932. 

A reception & celebration of Phil’s life is planned for 1:00 p.m., Saturday, December 9th, 2023 at Anderson’s Tribute Center • 1401 Belmont Avenue, Hood River, Oregon 97031.  

Phil’s life story will soon follow but you are encouraged to visit www.AndersonsTributeCenter.com to leave a note of condolence for the family.

Death Notice: Margaret “Marge” Edens, 83, Hood River

Margaret “Marge” Edens passed away on November 11th, 2023, at home in Hood River, Oregon.

Marge was born on May 13th, 1940. She was 83 years of age at the time of passing.

A private committal will be held at Idlewilde 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.