Death Notice: Ubaldo Flores Mota, SR, 72, Hood River

Ubaldo Flores Mota, SR  passed away July 6th, 2024 at Providence Medical Center in Portland, Oregon. Ubaldo was born June 21st, 1952  and was 72 years of age at the time of passing.  

Services are planned as follows;

A TIME OF VIEWING

 9:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m., Monday, July 15th, 2024 at Anderson's Tribute Center • 1401 Belmont Avenue, Hood River, Oregon 97031.  

ROSARY & MASS

5:45p.m., Monday, July 15th, 2024 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.

En español

Ubaldo Flores Mota, SR falleció el 6 de Julio 2024 en Providence Medical Center de Portland Oregon. Ubaldo nació 21 de Junio 1952 y tenia 72 años de edad cuando falleció. 

 Sus servicios serán los siguientes: 

TIEMPO DE VELACIÓN: 

9:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M., Lunes 15 de Julio 2024 en Anderson’s Tribute Center (1401 Balmont Ave, Hood River, OR, 97031).

 MISA Y ROSARIO:

5:45 P.M., Lunes, 15 de Julio 2024 en la iglesia católica St. Mary’s (1501 Belmont Ave, Hood River, OR 97031. 

 Visite www.AndersonsTributeCenter.com para dejar una nota de condolencia a la familia. 

Death Notice: Bruce Norman Hinman, JR., 44, Hood River

Bruce Norman Hinman, JR.

April 1, 1980 - July 7, 2024

BJ’s untimely passing leaves much heartache with his family and friends.

Services at Anderson's Tribute Center • 1401 Belmont Avenue, Hood River, Oregon 97031 are pending and will be announced soon.

Donations to assist with BJ’s cremation and memorial service can be made directly to Anderson’s Tribute Center.

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

Obituary: Leon Edward Reed, 86, Cascade Locks

Leon Edward Reed was born February 8, 1938, in Oklahoma City, OK, to Herbert Elmer Reed and Eula Govie (Gales) Reed. On July 3rd, 2024, Leon went home to The Lord at age 86.

Leon graduated from Leedey High School in Oklahoma, where his adult journey began at 17, with only $20 in his pocket. With $20 he traveled to Florence Oregon where he met his first wife Betty C Haskell. They married on June 17th, 1956, and had four daughters before the divorce. Leon remarried Dorene Alise (Strunk) Grace on August 11th, 1978. Together they celebrated 44 years of marriage, where Leon added to his family caring for Dorene’s daughter and son.

Leon was a talented jack of all trades. He worked many jobs from detailing cars, being a millwright at the sawmills, owning his service station, receiving his electrician license and becoming an electrician, owning the Reed Furniture store, farming, being a caregiver, and being a maintenance worker at Roger Mills County Courthouse. Leon and Dorene began their marriage in Heppner, Oregon where they both worked at a local sawmill and potato plant. They then moved to Leedey Oklahoma and lived on the Reed family homestead for 41 years. In October 2021 they moved to Cascade Locks, Oregon with their daughter and son-in-law (Debra and Dan).

He was preceded in death by his loving wife Doreen Reed, his parents; Herbert Elmer Reed and Eula Govie (Gales) Reed, grandchildren; Pamela Ferguison, James Sharp, and Michael Ferguison and great-granddaughter Lilian Medina.

Leon grew a large and loving family that included Debra Reed-Sharp and Dan Sharp, Kathy (Reed) and Gene Bolin, Robbin (Reed) Ferguison, Meschelle (Grace) and Hal Whitaker, Clay, and Lolita Grace, Kimberly (Reed) and Colin Williams. He loved all 16 grandchildren, 37 great-grandchildren, and 1 great, great-grandchild.

You will be missed by us all.

Services are planned for 11:00 a.m., Saturday, July 27th, 2024 at Cascade Locks Community Church (5 SW Benson Ave, Cascade Locks, OR 97014).

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: Carrie Nelson, 67, Hood River

Carrie Nelson passed away July 4th, 2024 at her home in Hood River, Oregon. Carrie was born May 2, 1957 and was 67 years of age at the time of passing.

Services are pending with 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: Jean Mahala Bucher, 86, The Dalles

Jean Mahala Bucher, age 86, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away July 4, 2024.

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

Obituary: Patricia Ann (Beatty) Hill, 78, The Dalles

Patricia Ann (Beatty) Hill

Patricia Ann (Beatty) Hill passed away peacefully on the morning of June 22, 2024, at home with her family.

She was born February 5th, 1946 in Bremerton, Washington to Glenn and Alvina (Fehr) Beatty. Her little brother Stephen Glenn joined the family in 1955 after they had moved to The Dalles.

She attended St. Mary’s Academy and The Dalles High School, graduating in 1964. She went on to become a beautician, attending The Dalles School of Beauty.

In October of 1964, she met Ron Hill on a blind date and they married the following May. They welcomed a son Jim in 1966 and a daughter Heather in 1973. They were married for 47 years until Ron’s passing in 2013.

Throughout her career, she worked at Cash & Carry, several insurance offices, and finally retired from Columbia River Bank where she made lasting friendships.

She played the piano and loved to sing. Throughout her school years, she was in choir, and as an adult she sang for many years with The Cascade Singers. Most recently, she was a member of The Dalles Worship Choir.

Pat was involved in many things throughout her life and was always ready for an adventure. She and Ron enjoyed hiking and camping in the Columbia Gorge. They belonged to the 4-Wheel Drive Club, were active members of the Elks, and loved to dance.

Her talents and hobbies produced beautiful handmade gifts. She was a natural at sewing and crafting of any kind. The immaculate yard was a passion, and she taught all the grandkids the beauty that comes with love and care.

She is survived by her children James & Joyce Hill, and Heather & AJ Tarnasky; her grandchildren Jakob & Christina Chabot, Jerek Hill, Grace Tarnasky, Josie Hill, and Jack Tarnasky; her great-grandson Dominic Guerrero; bonus grandchildren Chris Castillo, Cassius Castillo, and Cameo Monette; and countless other family members and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Ron, and her brother Steve.

We will remember Pat for her love of golden retrievers and chickens. But also for her quick wit and sense of humor, and for her enormous heart and unconditional acceptance.

Death Notice: Agnes Helen Kenslow, 105, The Dalles

Agnes Helen Kenslow, age 105, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away July 1, 2024.

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

Death Notice: Doris Ann Bernys, 89, The Dalles

Doris Ann Bernys, age 89, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away June 30, 2024.

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

Obituary: Health Advocate Marilyn Wong, 70, The Dalles

Marilyn Wong

Jan. 22, 1954 — May 31, 2024

Marilyn Wong was born on January 22, 1954, the 4th child and first girl to parents Shung and Yuk Chu Wong. Marilyn attended Petersburg and graduated from Wahtonka. She graduated from Oregon State University School of Pharmacy.

During her younger years, Marilyn and her siblings worked on the farm owned by her parents. She earned enough money to pay for college as most of her siblings did. Marilyn did her internship at Davies Rexall Drugs. After she received her pharmacy license, Marilyn continued to work at Davies.

In March of 1981, Marilyn was hired by Fred Meyers in The Dalles. She continued her career as a pharmacist, manager (head pharmacist) and then part-time pharmacist for 42 + years. Marilyn was a leader in our community and a great example for many pharmacy students, interns and technicians.

As 42+ years working at Fred Meyer wasn’t keeping her busy enough, Marilyn volunteered her time for many community activities. A few of the activities were a pharmacy adviser for Hospice, budget committee member for two terms at Columbia Gorge Community College, and spearheaded the Fred Meyer team for the Festival of Trees for several years.

Marilyn participated in walks for March of Dimes, ACS Making Strides, Susan B Komen Breast Cancer Walk, Portland Grand Floral Parade Pre-walk and the Junior Parade for Fred Meyer, and many more. Her most passionate volunteer work was for the American Cancer Society Relay for Life, promoting research, education, advocacy and services. She started the Fred Meyer Family and Friends team that participated in Hood River for four years and then spearheaded a new relay site in The Dalles in 2001. Eventually, Hood River and The Dalles merged into one event, Relay for Life of Mid-Columbia. Marilyn also liked to help with decorating floats for the Portland Rose Festival.

In addition to her many volunteer activities, Marilyn enjoyed traveling to South America, Asia, Japan, Europe, OSU bowl games, and Portland Winterhawks’ Booster Club trips. Her other passions included being a member of The Bonsai Society in Portland, and activities associated with Relay for Life and the American Cancer Society.

Marilyn was an inspiration to all who knew her and her presence in the community will be missed.

Marilyn passed away on May 31, 2024, at OHSU after a hard-fought battle with cancer. Marilyn was preceded in death by her parents, Shung and Yuk Chu Wong. Marilyn is survived by her brothers: Hang, Bing, Ping, John, and her sister, Sandra.

Marilyn’s Celebration of Life will be July 12 starting at 5:45 PM at Columbia Gorge Discovery Center. In lieu of flowers, please donate to the American Cancer Society in memory of Marilyn.

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Death Notice: Hattie Ann Schmidt, 93, Mosier

Hattie Ann Schmidt age 93, a resident of Mosier, OR, passed away on June 27, 2024.

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

Death Notice: Juventina Rodriguez Hernandez, 74, The Dalles

Juventina Rodriguez Hernandez, age 74, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away on June 18, 2024.

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

Death Notice: Elton LeRoy Fadness, 88, The Dalles

Elton LeRoy Fadness, age 88, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away on June 22, 2024.

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

Death Notice: Lyle W. Simonds, 98, Hood River

Lyle W. Simonds a longtime resident of Hood River, Oregon having moved here in 1948 passed away June 17th, 2024 at his residence in Salem, Oregon where he has lived since 1988.  Lyle was born February 16th, 1926 in Needmore, North Carolina and he was 98 years of age at the time of passing.  

SERVICES FOR LYLE ARE AS FOLLOWS:

Visitation & Viewing

4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Friday, July 19th, 2024 Anderson's Tribute Center • 1401 Belmont Avenue, Hood River, Oregon 97031.  

Celebration of Life, Military Honors & Reception

11:00 a.m., Saturday, July 20th, 2024 Anderson's Tribute Center • 1401 Belmont Avenue, Hood River, Oregon 97031.  

Graveside Rites

1:00 p.m., Saturday, July 20th, 2024 at Idlewilde Cemetery of Hood River, Oregon.

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

Death Notice: August Jimmy Law, 68, The Dalles

August Jimmy Law, age 68, a resident of The Dalles, OR, and Wishram, WA, passed away on June 18, 2024.

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

Death Notice: Chris Robert Flint, 68, White Salmon

Chris Robert Flint, age 68, a resident of White Salmon, WA, passed away on June 23, 2024.

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

Obituary: Darlena “Dee” May Hill, 84, The Dalles

Darlena “Dee” May Hill, born on April 8, 1940, to Dorothy and Nyle Hill and a lifetime resident of The Dalles, OR passed away on June 17, 2024, with her family by her side.  Dee attended The Dalles High School where she met Darrell Hill, who became her sweetheart and lifelong partner.  The two began their lives as a married couple on June 15, 1958.  As they started their love story, everyone who met Dee knew that she had married her best friend as they completed each other. 

Over the years of service to the community of the City of The Dalles and Wasco County, Dee was often in the front seat of Darrell’s car tossing candy out to children in parades.  To say the two were inseparable would be an understatement.  As Darrell retired they started to travel around the United States exploring genealogy and fulfilling their love of adventure.  Dee and Darrell also loved to take pictures of community events, travels, family, and friends. 

The Hill family expanded with daughters DeAnna Hill and Debbie Hill (Loomis).  As a young family, the Hill’s liked to go camping.  Dee loved traveling the world with her daughters and visiting grandchildren.   Dee and Darrell also opened their home to many children and youth by serving as foster parents for the State child welfare system and youth with disabilities.  They served as house parents for the Community Attention Home before the closing in 2005.

Dee worked in office settings as an Office Manager, bookkeeper, and personnel manager for several businesses and the City of The Dalles.  She was a dedicated public employee and was the first female employee at the city treatment plant.  Dee was always blazing a trail for others. 

Dee served on The Dalles City Council and was Darrell’s right hand when he ran and was elected Wasco County Sheriff.  As Dee states, this cannot just be about her as for over 58 years they were life partners and together they loved and supported each other.

Dee is survived by her daughter DeAnna Hill (Mark), of Anchorage, AK, daughter Debbie Loomis (Brady), Gig Harbor, WA, two sisters, Donna Smith (Richard), and Loretta Commander (Jerry), one brother, Joe Hill, four grandchildren, Britney Bass (Matt), Garrett Loomis (Trish), Greyson Loomis (Meressa), Grant Loomis (Amber), and eight great-grandchildren.  Dee is preceded in death by her husband Darrell Hill, parents, and three brothers.

A celebration of life will be planned at a later date.  Memorial contributions can be made to the Heart of Hospice.

Death Notice: Ryan Russell Woodman, 37, Dallesport

Ryan Russell Woodman, age 37, a resident of Dallesport, WA, passed away on June on 23, 2024.

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

Death Notice: Patricia Ann Hill, 78, Dalles

Patricia Ann Hill, age 78, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away on June 22, 2024. A Celebration of Life will be held June 29, 2024, 1:00 PM at Bargeway Pub, 1535 Bargeway Rd, The Dalles, OR 97058.

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

Death Notice: Daniel Alan Bell (Dan), 52 Hood River

Daniel Alan Bell (Dan), born June 22nd, 1971, passed away unexpectedly in his sleep on June 8th, 2024 in Hood River, Oregon. He was 52 at the time of his passing.

He was born in Denver, Colorado, and grew up in a loving family. He attended Colorado State University to study medicine, but after a summer in Medford, OR working in the woods, he switched his major to forestry. He worked various jobs, including clerking at a law firm and starting a tree maintenance business, before going back to school and obtaining his J.D. at North Carolina Central University School of Law. He worked for over a decade as a Program Director with The Nature Conservancy in North Carolina and Oregon where he protected long-leaf pine and woodpeckers, Willamette Valley grasslands, and oak habitats. He joined Friends of the Columbia Gorge in 2018 as the Land Trust Director where he fell into stride working with many diverse partners to protect lands in the Columbia Gorge. He often represented the organization at public events and inspired attendees with his commitment to environmental justice and preservation and entertained them with his subtle wit and understated humor.

Dan met the love of his life, Heather, when they were both working for The Nature Conservancy in Oregon – Heather in the Klamath Basin and Dan in the Willamette Valley. They fell in love over craft beers, a house remodel, Dan’s impeccable skill at strategic planning, and a bet on when the Klamath dams would come out. They wed in 2018 at a backyard ceremony at the couple’s home in Hood River where they lived happily close to the Columbia River, with lovely views of Mount Hood and Mount Adams. They enjoyed traveling back to Denver each Christmas to spend time and share good food and laughter with Dan’s family. Dan never sat still and was always actively building or fixing things around the house or in the yard. He enjoyed gardening, remodeling kitchens, rescuing hound dogs, the Denver Broncos, and recently, mastering sourdough bread. He is survived by his wife Heather Hendrixson, his mother Deanna Miller, his brother Matt Bell and nephew Aiden; his sister Michelle Keely, her husband Mike and their son Mason; his Aunts Judy Kenoyer, Kristie Knudson, and Peggy Mattingley, and numerous cousins. Dan was preceded in death by his father, Douglas Bell. He was well-loved by Heather’s family, his many friends, and colleagues, and will be greatly missed by his three beloved dogs, Willow, Laurel, and Azalea.

A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, July 13 at a land trust property overlooking the Columbia River.

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: Marilyn Dolores Kaufman, 90, The Dalles

Marilyn Dolores Kaufman, age 90, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away June 6, 2024.

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