April 16, 1923 – November 30, 2009

 Marie “Mimi” Kelly, 86, passed away on November 30, 2009 in Tigard, Oregon.   Marie Solivan was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on April 16, 1923 to Milton Richard and Alice (Mogaral) Solivan. She was primarily raised in Burbank, California where she graduated high school. Mimi met Donald Kelly in Portland, Oregon and married him on November 29, 1974 in Moscow, Idaho where they lived for 6 years.   Mimi was fortunate to see many parts of the world and lived in places such as, Africa, Spain, and Malta before settling back in Oregon in 1992.  In her spare time she loved reading, crossword puzzles, music, traveling, and animals.

 Mimi is survived by her husband, Donald Kelly of Tigard, Oregon; her five children; four grandchildren; two great grandchildren; and Lily Kelly the beloved family dog. She is preceded in death by her parents Milton and Alice Solivan.

 There will be a gathering of family and friends to Celebrate Mimi’s life. This will be announced at later date. In Lieu of flowers please send a Memorial Contribution in Marie Kelly’s name to the Oregon Humane Society.  Online condolences can be made at www.alternativeburialandcremationoforegon.com.  Arrangements made by Alternative Burial and Cremation

March 12, 1949 – November 30, 2009

Gayle Jennings, 60, passed on November 30, 2009 in Boring, Oregon, she was born in Salem, Oregon on March 12, 1942. Gayle was raised in the area and graduated from Woodburn High School in Wood burn, Oregon  in 1967. She furthered her education at a Technical School in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. She lived in Idaho for 4 years and also lived in California for 5 years.

Gayle proudly served her country in the US Air Force during Vietnam. Gayle married David Pruitt in Kitty Hawk, NC in 1969. Gayle worked as a welder in a shipyard, she also worked as a 911 dispatcher, caregiver, and also in real estate. In her spare time she loved beading, embroidery, and sewing.

Gayle is survived by son Paul Pruitt of San Antonio, TX., father, Richard Jennings of Woodburn, OR., mother, Carolyn Kellim of Roseburg, OR., sisters, Carol Williams of Aloha, OR. and Nancy Smith of Pensacola, FL., brothers, Robert Jennings of Silverdale, WA., Richard Jennings of Oakdale, LA., Russell Kellim of Eureka, CA., and Shawn Kellim of Roseburg, OR., and 3 grandchildren.

Gayle is preceded in death by David Pruitt.

A Celebration of Life will be held at the Woodburn Christian Church at 2:30 p.m. on Friday, December 4, 2009. A memorial contribution can be made in Gayle Jennings name to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Foundation.

On line condolences can be made at www.AnewTradition.com

Arrangements by Crown Memorial Center – Tualatin

Eileen LaPierre of Albany, OR passed away in the afternoon hours of November 29, 2009 at the age of 76. She was born in Jersey City, NJ on June 10, 1933 to Christopher and Anna Timmins. She was raised in New York, graduated with an Associates of Sociology degree from San Diego State University and enjoyed Albany, OR for the last twenty years.

Eileen was retired from waitressing. She was known to be very articulate. She loved reading, theology, and history, especially Egyptian history. She enjoyed book clubs where she could discuss her reading and ideas. Eileen will be greatly missed by friends and family.

Eileen is survived by her son, John and his wife Mary of Salem; daughter, Janet and her husband Dannyof California; son, Douglas and his wife Jamie of Arizona; sister, Marilyn Baldwin of California; Grandchildren, Dale, Joshua, Shannon and Sean; and great-grandchildren, Madison and Reneé; and partner of 30 years William Farley of Albany, OR.

A private family memorial will be held. Arrangements entrusted to Crown Memorial Center – Salem.

 John K. Brumfield, 69, passed away on November 29, 2009 in Lake Oswego, Oregon.  John was born on April 14, 1940 and grew up in places such as Florida, Texas, and California before settling in Oregon in 1969.  He graduated from San Leandro High School in San Leandro, CA in 1958.  Following high school, John proudly served his country in the US Navy.  He later became a Police Officer and a Legal Investigator. On November 8, 1959, he married Karen in Oakland, California.  John was a member of the N.A.L.I (National Associations of Legal Investigator).  In his spare time he loved to play guitar, motorcycles, flying, and gambling.

 John is survived by his wife, Karen Brumfield of Lake Oswego, Oregon; daughters, Lisa Willett of Wilsonville, Oregon and Kerri Skygard of Lake Oswego, Oregon; son JJ Brumfield, and 9 grandsons.

 A Memorial Service will be held at the Community of Hope Lutheran Church in Wilsonville, Oregon on December 4, 2009 at 10:30 am.  In lieu of flowers you can send a memorial contribution to Random Kindness Po Box 133 Wilsonville, Oregon 97070.

 On line condolences can be made at www.ANewTradition.com.  Arrangement made by Crown Memorial Center – Tualatin.

There is much to remember and much to be thankful for as we remember Daryl and the way he shared his life with those around him.

He was born on Dec 24, 1919 and died Nov  25, 2009 in Gladstone, Oregon.  Daryl was born in Cozad, Nebraska. He grew up in the Ozark Hills of Missouri until the age of 12.  His family then moved around from Pomona, Ca.,  back to Missouri, and then out west to Ontario, Oregon.

After grad from HS –Daryl worked on farms and ranches around Ontario.  In 1940 he married Ara Mc Daniel and they both attended college at Walla Walla.  Daryl went into the Navy during WWII.  He did basic training in Washington, and served as a lab technician in San Diego and Puerto Rico.    Daryl went back to school and graduated.  Though Daryl had worked on the farm and sold insurance, he worked most of his life as a lab technician in Southern California. 

 Daryl and Ara had two boys, Larry and David.  They raised the boys around Ontario, to Woodland, CA, and then Loma Linda, CA.  Family was everything to Daryl.  He wife was the love of his life.  He told me often how proud he was of his boys.  Daryl and Ara have 5 grandchildren; Kristen, Andrew, Hugh, Louise, and Jordan. 

 Daryl was deeply involved in his church and a lifelong member of the Seventh-day Adventist Church.  He lived his life the way he believed.  Daryl’s calling was to be kind, friendly, and help others. Daryl never met a stranger.  He could talk to anyone and make them his friend. Daryl was an avid rock hound.  He loved hunting for rocks and then polishing them.  Daryl could fix anything from fixing/building a car to repairing homes.  Another of his hobbies was horses.  

Daryl and Ara retired and moved to Oregon in 1989.  Their goal was to be by Larry and help with his kids. Daryl and Ara watched all three of Larry’s kids before school and after until one of the parents could pick them up.   Many times I would come to pick up Jordan, and find Daryl and Jordan in the shop.  He would be teaching her how to polish rocks, making arrowheads, or they would be playing school with Jordan being the teacher. Daryl loved to take Andrew fishing.  Today I think fishing is Andrews’s main hobby do to Daryl.  

Daryl is survived by his wife, Ara Roland in Gladstone, OR.  His sons Larry Roland of Lake Oswego, OR  and David Roland of Rancho Santa Fe, CA  and his two brothers Cyril Roland and Theodore Roland both of Payette, Id. 

 Services will be held in Ontario, Or on Friday, Dec 4 at 1pm at the Lienkaemper Funeral Home, 78 NW 1^st Ave.  Memorial contributions may be made to ADRA — Adventist Disaster Relief Agency at www.adra.org

Peggy passed away in the early hours of November 21, 2009 in Salem, OR at the age of 79.  She was born April 16, 1930 to Mark and Gladys Thornton in Monte Cristo, CO.  As a teenager she moved to Oregon, where she spent the rest of her life.  Peggy loved crocheting, her flowers and  she was a faithful and active member of the 7th Day Adventists.

Peggy is survived by her daughters Jerry Badger, and Pat Dunn; sonVern LaDow; sisters Phyllis Benter, Ima Jean Watkins, Betty Kites, Bertha Hartman, Cora Lee Farrell, Linda Lambert; brother Raymond Thornton; 6 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren.  She is preceded in death by her brother Richard Thornton; sisters Jane and Leona; and grandsons Jeremy and Ted Miller.

Peggy will be greatly missed.

November 24, 1950 – November 23, 2009

John David Bare was born to James and Ruth (Dewey) Bare in Denver, Colorado on November 24, 1950. A high school  graduate, John worked for Weyerhouser,  as a gas station attendant and other miscellaneous jobs.  He enjoyed singing,  karate, Native  American culture, the music of Bob Dylan, John Denver, The Eagles, and movies.  John was an active member of the Church of Christ in Sandy, OR and was baptized there around 2006.  Church members came to visit him regularly in the care center where he lived.   He is survived by his children; Denise  & Ken Dinette (daughter and son-in-law) from Gresham, OR, Teresa & Mike Ritter (daughter & son-in-law) from Puyallup, WA, Tricia Bare from Milton-Freewater, OR, and his sons; Jesse Bare, Eric Bare  and Jason Bare (of Sandy).    He is also survived by siblings Naomi Buford (sister from Orlando), Ralph Bare (brother from Oakland, OR), Jim Bare (brother from Salem, OR), Richard Bare (brother from Portland,), Paul Rennells (brother), Harold Rennells (brother from Milwaukie, OR), and Carl Rennells (brother).  John is also survived by by 7 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren.  He  was preceded in death by his mother and father, step-father Paul Rennells, sister Connie Kelly, and brothers, Ken & Rex Bare.  A memorial service was held on 11/28/09  at the Church of Christ in Sandy, OR.  The arrangements were by Crown Memorial Center in Milwaukie.  Please send online condolences to www.ANewTradition.com.

Tina passed away peacefully at home Nov. 23, 2009.  She was born in Norwalk, Conn. to Ernest and Beatrice Gandrup.  Tina met Bernard, her loving husband of 58 years, in Norwalk.

Tina and Bernard moved to Salem from New Milford, Conn. in 1972 where she was employed with Salem hospital for 21 years before retiring.  After retirement, Tina spent most of her years with friends and family.  She most enjoyed her weekly trips to Spirit Mountain Casino with her friends.

Tina is preceded in death by her parents.  She is survived by her husband Bernard “Bonny” of Salem; daughters Paige (Vince Trejo)Kamaka of Salem, Pam (Levi) Aguinaldo of Hawaii and Bonnie (Jerry Crawford) Knettel of Salem; Sister Faith Arnold of Norwalk, Conn., 9 grandchildren; 7 great-grandchildren; niece Bambi Arnold and nephew Albert Arnold Jr., both of Norwalk, Conn.

Tina will be greatly missed for her joy in living and unconditional love she so willingly shared with others.  A Memorial Service will be held 10:00 AM, Tues. Dec. 1, at Crown Memorial Center, 412 Lancaster Dr NE in Salem.  Online condolences can be left at www.anewtradition.com/obituaries/.  Family has requested no flowers.

June 13, 1935 to Nobvember 23, 2009

Francisco Magana passed away in the early morning hours of November 23, 2009 in Salem, OR.  He was born to Antonio and Guadalupe Magana June 13, 1935 in Tepalcatepec, Mexico.  He is survived by his spouse of 43 years Monica and his nine children; Jose, Mario, Francisco, Uriel, Norma, Evangelina, Guadalupe, Ana, and Monica ; 21 grandchildren and 1 great-grandchild on the way. 

Funeral Mass will be held at St. Vincents de Paul Catholic Church 1010 Columbia St NE  Salem, OR on November 25, 2009 beginning at 4:00 PM.  Visitation will be at 2:30 PM prior to mass.  Arrangements entrusted to Crown Memorial Center – Salem, OR.

 Francisco Magana

A veces pasan cosan que sobre pasan nuestro entendimiento y compression,

pero pongamos con fe y confiensza a

Francisco Magana

en manos de dios.

Reconoscamos a dios como creador y redentor nuestro,

unamonos a darle gracias por la vida de

Francisco Magana

por todo lo bueno que dios le ha dado a el.

Reconoscamomos a

Francisco Magana

como un ser querido unico y como una persona gentil, noble, alegre,

como un buen hijo, esposo, padre, hermano, y amigo.

permitamos que la paz de cristo sobrepase todo dolor y

recurramos a nuestra fe, pongamos nuestra fe y confiansa en el senor.

unamonos en horacion y comendemos el alma de

Francisco Magana

Hacia dios. Para que el haora sea uno con dios

unsolo cuerpo, un solo espiritu dentro de cristo.

El Salmo 23
El Señor es mi Pastor; nada me faltará.  En lugares de delicados pastos mehará descansar;

junto a aguas de reposo me pastoreará.  Confortará mi alma;

me guiará por sendas de justicia por amor de su nombre.

Aunque ande en valle de sombra demuerte,

no temeré mal alguno, porque Tú estarás conmigo;

tu vara y tu cayado me infundirán aliento.

Prepararas mesa delante de mí en presencia de mis angustiadores;

unges mi cabeza con aceite;

mi copa se rebolsa.

Ciertamente el bien y la misericordia me seguirán todos los días de mi vida,

y en la casa del Señor habitare por largos días.

Robert “Joe” Palmer, of Milwaukie, passed away at his home on November 22, 2009, at the age of 61. Joe was born in Portland, Oregon, to Robert and Rosemary (Goodwin) Palmer on March 2, 1948. He attended Milwaukie High School before serving briefly in the Navy.  He married Lori Beach in Reno, Nevada on the 4^th of July of 1996. Joe went on to become a Production Manager for manufactured homes. He spent his free time outdoors, as he loved to ski, snowmobile and camp. 

Joe is survived by his wife, Lori Palmer; his daughters, Peggy Valdez and Peggy Rantman; his mother and step-father, Rosemary and John Goodwin; and his step-son, Nicholas. Joe also leaves behind four grandchildren, Tamra, Heather, Lucas and Jacob and three great-grandchildren, Landon, Malika and Colby. He was preceded in death by his sister, Cathy Goodwin, who passed away on February 20, 2008. A Memorial Service will be held at the New Hope Community Church in Portland, on Tuesday, December 1, 2009, at 3:00 pm. In lieu of flowers, the family has requested that contributions be made to Kaiser Hospice in Joe’s name. Arrangements were made with Crown Memorial Center in Milwaukie.

Ronald James Davidson, of Milwaukie, Oregon, passed away on November 21, 2009, at the age of 75. Ronald was born in Portland, Oregon, on May 2, 1934, to Walter and Margaret Davidson. He joined the Air Force as a young man and proudly served our country during the Korean War. After being honorably discharged, Ronald married Virginia Watson, and the couple had two children together, Kevin and Toni.   Additionally, Ronald worked as a Sales Manager at Altas Supply. Ronald’s legacy will live on as the Ronald Davidson Fast Pitch Memorial Fund has been created in his honor.

Ronald is survived by his wife, Virginia; son, Kevin Davidson; daughter, Toni Ewalt; and four grandchildren, Brittany, Kayla, Allie, and Libby. There is a service scheduled at Willamette National Cemetery for December 28, 2009, at 10:00 am. Following the military service, Virginia has planned a Celebration of Life at the Thompson Road Bible Fellowship at 11:30 am. Arrangements were made with Crown Memorial Center – Milwaukie.

4/10/1923 – 11/5/2009

Hank died on Thursday, November 5^th , 2009 in West Linn.  He was born April 10, 1923 in MacGregor, North Dakota to John and Ottillie (Hagen) Johnson.  He was primarily raised in Canada and Tarzana, California.  In 1939 he and his family moved to Oregon.  He was in the army during WWII, and had tours of duty in the Philippines, Italy and North Africa.  He spent his adult life as a carpenter in home construction.  His family thought it important to mention the first love of his life; Lois Bolkan.  Hank is survived by his children; Skip, Peggy & Linda and their mother Lois, his brother; Alvin, and his 2 sisters; Helen and Ethel.  He is preceded in death by his late wife Ruth.  No services were held per his request.  Arrangements were by Crown Memorial Center – Milwaukie.

Janice Wendorf McKee passed away at her home on November 20, 2009 at the age of 54. Janice was born to Robert and Dolores Wendorf on March 18, 1955 in Milwaukie, Wisconsin. She received her undergraduate degree from the University of Wisconsin, and she later attended San Diego State University for a graduate degree in Nursing. Janice worked in the healthcare field as a registered nurse. She moved to the Portland area in 1991 and married Thomas McKee that same year. Thomas and Janice were part of the congregation at Beautiful Savior Lutheran Church in Happy Valley, Oregon.

Janice is survived by her husband, Thomas McKee; her parents, Robert and Delores Wendorf; her sister, Mary Wendorf; and brother, Jeff Wendorf. Arrangements were made with Crown Memorial Center – Milwaukie.

Ina Bowers, of Portland, died at Legacy Emanuel Hospital on November 20, 2009, at the age of 74. She was born in Fargo, North Dakota, to John and Eloise Solvik, who relocated the family to Oregon when Ina was still very young. They initially lived in Vanport, Oregon before planting roots in North Portland where Ina would remain for the rest of her life. Ina went on to have five children and seven grandchildren, and she loved to spend her spare time in the yard, working with her flowers and tomatoes.

Ina is survived by her daughters, Melynda and Michele, and sons, Michael, Marc and Matthew. She also leaves behind seven grandchildren; Michael, Bradley, Jonathon, Alexis, Gena, Madison, and Caden. There is no service planned for Ina in accordance with her wishes. Arrangements were made with Crown Memorial Center in Milwaukie.

Doris Emry Browning Doris Emry Browning died on November 19, 2009 in Tualatin. Born in Hood River on May 22, 1922, she was 87.

Upon graduating from Hood River High School in 1940, Doris attended the University of Oregon where she was a member of Delta Gamma Sorority. While she was at Oregon, she met her future husband, David W. Browning. The couple was married on December 2, 1943 at Camp Lejeune, North Carolina.

After WWII, they settled in Hood River to work and raise a family, prior to moving to Portland in 1969. Dave preceded Doris in death in 2007.

 Doris is survived by son David Browning and wife Kathy; daughter Ann Browning; grandchildren Brian Browning, Amy Brandvold, Andrew Browning and two great-granddaughters.

 The family asks that any remembrances by in the form of contributions to the Oregon Food Bank. Please send an online condolence at www.ANewTradition.com. Arrangements by Crown Memorial Center – Tualatin.

Joan passed away in the evening hours of November 18, 2009 in Silverton, OR at the age of 83.  She was born to Leroy and Lillian Peterson in New York, NY on May 3, 1926.  She is preceeded in death by her husband Jan W.  Family services will be held at a later date.  Arrangements by Crown Memorial Center – Salem.

August 3, 1953 – November 18, 2009

Israel Stanley Dawson was born August 3, 1953 In Portland, Oregon to Alvin Sr. and Isreal Mae Dawson. Israel graduated from Jackson High School, where he participated in the chess club as well as played basketball and football. Israel attended Portland State University with a football scholarship.

 Israel is survived by his Mother Mae Rose, his son Donovan Dawson, his sister Francetta Cross, His brothers Alvin Dawson Jr., Allen Dawson, Albert Dawson, and Andre Dawson.  Arrangements were by Crown Memorial Center – Milwaukie.

Albert “Ray” Hooley, of Portland, Oregon, died November 17, 2009, at the age of 66. Ray or Cowboy Ray, as he was called by friends and family, was born and raised in Tulare, California. Ray was born to Fred Raymond Hooley and Mabel Jewel Halton on September 15, 1943.  He only recently moved to the Portland, Oregon area three years ago with his son, Fred.  Ray was a true “Man’s Man” who worked as both a Carpenter and Miner and enjoyed spending time outside fishing, hunting and camping.

Ray leaves behind son, Fred Hooley, of Portland; girlfriend, “Dallas”, of Portland; sister and brother-and-law, Almeda  and Neal Petty, of Modesto, CA; sister, Barbara Jones, of Fairland, Oklahoma; sister, Susan Teballos, of Modesto, CA; and sister, Sheila Richardson, of Tulare, CA. Ray was preceded in death by his brother, R.E. Hooley, who passed away in November of 2006. There is no service planned for him at this time. Arrangements were made with Crown Memorial Center in Milwaukie.

Ross Calvin Totten was born in Rupert, Idaho, on March 21, 1921 and died peacefully in Beaverton, Oregon, on Nov. 16, 2009. Services with Navy military honors were held Friday, Nov. 20 at Willamette National Cemetery. Ross is survived by his wife of 64 years, Adeline, his son Kenneth Totten and daughter-in-law Robin, daughter Marcia Wilkins, son-in-law Ralph, and grandson Cory, daughter Debra Springer, son-in-law Ted, grand-daughter Nikol and great-grand daughter Emma, and his youngest daughter Francine Barr, son-in-law Steve, grand-daughter Ashley, grand-daughter Crystal and husband James, great grand-daughter Kaylee, grandson Nick, wife Hannah.

1/28/1927 – 11/14/2009

Albert R. McLaughlin died November 14th, at age 82.
 
Mr. McLaughlin was born January 28, 1927 in Burlington, Iowa. He was a
graduate of the University of Iowa and served in the United States Army
during the Korean war. He was a board member of The Portland Central
Volunteer Bureau, The Parry Center for Children, and a two term president
of The Portland Art Museum’s Activities Council. After retirement, he became a
Casa, Court Appointed Special Advocate. He lived in Portland since 1953. In
1955 he married Sally Stone who died in 1999.
 
Survivors include his sons Michael and John and three grandchildren.
 
There will be no service. Remembrances to a favorite charity.

Arrangements by Crown Memorial Center in Milwaukie.

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Loving husband and father

Frederick Arthur Hill

Sept. 11^th, 1931 – Nov. 12^th, 2009

 Our adored Pop’s passed away peacefully with family at his side. He leaves his wonderful family to cherish many happy memories of him: his wife of 58 years Shirley; beloved children Karen (Bill),Dan (Cathy) and Dave (Tracey); the eight grandchildren who were the joy of his life, Kristy (Wayne), Tracy (Tommy), Scott, Jason (Kim), Ashley, Stephanie, Jordan and MacKenzie; and 5 great grandchildren Carley, Brandon, Alysia, Dylan and Tyson; his sister, Doris, as well as otherextended family and many friends. Preceded in death by granddaughter Alicia and his sister, Jean. 

 Art was born in Tonawanda, New York on Sept. 11^th 1931.  Graduated John Fremont High school in Los Angeles, CA, in 1950. Art then served in the Air Force from 1950 until 1954.  After the service Art and his family lived in Lakewood, CA, Newport, OR, and then Vancouver, WA.  In 1993 he retired from Clackamas County.  In the years to follow Art spent his time enjoying woodworking, camping, crossword puzzles and Bird watching.Art will be remembered for his generous heart, his sweet nature and his love for his family and friends.  He was a quiet and gentle man who will be missed by all who knew him.

A celebration of Art’s life will be held at Willamette National Cemetery in Portland with full military honors on Friday, November 20, 2009 at 12:00 p.m.  All are welcome to come and share their happy memories with the family.

 The family is extremely grateful to all the wonderful Staff at Cascade Park Care Center who took such good care of him and the Doctors and Nurses at Portland Adventist Medical Center for the wonderful support and care provided for our “Pops” and the family.

 In lieu of flowers please consider a donation to a charity of your choice.  Arrangements were made with Crown Memorial Center in Milwaukie.

7/15/1931 – 11/10/2009

Rose Mary De Lair  passed away on Tuesday, November 10, 2009.  She is survived by sons; Jerry De Lair, Joe De Lair and  Ed Cooney, daughters; Diane Cooney, Julie De Lair and Peggy De Lair, grandchildren; Jessica, Jennifer, Seth, Amy, Kim, Zak and Emma, great-grandchildren; Eddie, Trinity, Trenten, Jacen and Jaina.  She is also survived by her sisters; Rita De Lair, Alice Cumber, Ceil Malinski, and Josey Stampka.   Her son Ben preceded her in death.  Rose was  a homemaker, mother and grandma, and she relished each of those roles.  She was greatly loved by all her children, and will be dearly missed.  A celebration of her life was held Sunday, November 15 and a private graveside service will be Tuesday, November 17, 2009.  Arrangements were by Crown Memorial Center in Milwaukie.

Clifford Ellis Cannon

Dec. 26, 1925 — Nov. 10, 2009

Clifford Ellis Cannon, 83, of Sweet Home passed away Tuesday, November 10, 2009 at the French Prairie Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Woodburn.

 Mr. Cannon was born in Stoneham, Colo. He graduated from Sweet Home High School in 1942.  Mr. Cannon served in the Navy as a radio school instructor during World War II.   On September 4, 1952, Cliff Cannon married Delores Yilene Smith in Stevenson, WA.  They have lived in Sweet Home since they were married.

 Mr. Cannon managed Truax Oil Company’s service station, oil plant and tire shop in Sweet Home for more than 40 years.  He retired from Truax in 1988. Mr. Cannon served in the Sweet Home Fire Department as a volunteer firefighter from July 1951 to March 1986.  Mr. and Mrs. Cannon were active members of the Sweet home Elks Lodge for nearly 40 years.

 Mr. Cannon took great pride in his work and was dedicated to his customers, delivering fuel to mountain logging operations as well as hundreds of residential customers in and around Sweet Home.

 Mr. Cannon was an avid sports fan.  He loved football, basketball, baseball, golf and fishing. Mr. Cannon was especially devoted to the Oregon State Beavers and never missed a game.  He enjoyed golfing at Pineway Golf Course in Lebanon and was a member for years after his retirement in 1988.

Mr. Cannon is survived by his wife of 57 years, Delores; daughter Connie Westrick and husband Randy of Woodburn; granddaughter Rachel Westrick; son Kevin Cannon and wife Becky of Sweet Home; grandson Cody Cannon; older brother Dwight Cannon of Lebanon; and younger brother Lynn Cannon of Coquille.

 Mr. Cannon was preceded in death by his parents Virgil and Jenny Cannon and younger brothers Arvis Cannon and Jerry Cannon.

 A memorial service has been scheduled for 11/21/2009 at 2:00 p.m. at the Sweet Home Senior Center.  Condolences and messages of hope and love can be posted at www.anewtradition.com.

Mary Anna Gollehon

4/18/1928 – 11/8/2009

Mary Anna Gollehon was surrounded by family when she passed away peacefully at home on November 8, 2009.  She was born on April 18, 1928.   Mary is survived by her husband, Michael, seven daughters, one son, 20 grandchildren, and 14 great-grandchildren.  She was preceded in death by one son and one grandchild.

Mary loved taking care of people and was one of the most loving, caring, wonderful women you could meet.  She enjoyed cooking, crocheting, putting puzzles together, and playing cards.  She was happiest when she was around her family. A celebration of life will take place on Saturday, November 21, 2009 at 12:00 p.m. at Emanuel Christian Church in Clackamas.  Arrangements by Crown Memorial Center – Milwaukie.

 Edward Vincent Christen, 60, died November 7, 2009.  He was born September 5, 1949 in Portland.

Ed was raised along with 7 brothers on the family farm in Tigard where many happy memories were created.  He later moved to Alameda, Ca. where he lived for several years before moving to Colorado then back to Oregon, settling in Sherwood. 

Ed worked in several fields, but enjoyed truck driving above all.  He also enjoyed participating in local filming of several movie productions and was a devoted sports fan. 

Ed was preceded in death by his father Louis, mother Bertha and brother Steve.  He is survived by; Mark and Debbie Christen of Gresham, Paul Christen of Beaverton, John and Kelly Christen of Sisters, Ron Christen of Sherwood, Debbie Christen of Vancouver, Dennis Christen of Hillsboro, Jim and Tina Christen of Sherwood; and many nieces, nephews, family and friends.  Funeral mass will be held Saturday, Nov. 21, 2009 at 10:00 am in St. Francis Catholic Parish, Sherwood.

Herbert “Herb” Oster                                                                                                                                                       February 24, 1919 – November 7, 2009

 Herbert Oster, 90, passed away on November 7, 2009 in Woodburn, Oregon. Herb was born in Ismay, Montana on February 24, 1919 to Henry and Ida (Shum) Oster. Herb was raised in Montana but also lived in Indiana, Arizona and Florida before moving to Oregon in 2004.

 Herb served his country proudly in the US Air Force as mechanic in WWII from 1941 to 1945.

 Herb married Fay Topfer on August 2, 1945 in Miles City, Montana. After Fay’s death Herb married Bessie Roberts on November 29, 1986 in Greenburg, Indiana. After the death of his second wife he met Eileen Bagwell, his current companion.

 Herb worked as the lead auto mechanic for Chevrolet in Miles City, Montana, as a field tech for John Deere, as an agent operator for Milwaukee Railroad in Plevna and Miles City, Montana, and also a post master in Melstone, Montana.

 Herb’s hobbies included hunting, fishing, car mechanic, camping, and he enjoyed watching all sports on TV, but his all time favorite hobby was Garage Sales. Herb always found time to be an active member in the Masonic Lodge and he achieved status of Grand Master.  He was also a member in the Good Sam Club, and BFW.

 Herb is survived by his son, Craig H. Oster of Kent, Washington; daughters, Marguerite I. Oster of Melstone, Montana and M. Luryce Oster-Summers of Helena, Montana, also his 6 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren.

 Herb is preceded in death by brothers, Eugene, William, and Albert Oster; sister, Clara; half brothers Fred, Richard, and Walter; and his wives, Fay Oster and Bessie Oster.

 Memorial contributions can be made in Herb’s name to the American Cancer Society and/or the Oregon Humane Society. On line condolences can be made to www.ANewTradition.com

 Arrangements by Crown Memorial Center – Tualatin

May 20, 1955 – November 7, 2009

Pamela Jean (Leach) Fay, 54,  passed away on Saturday, November 7, 2009 in Portland, Oregon. Pamela was born on May 20, 1955 in Klamath Falls, Oregon to Jack Ramon and Phyllis Jean (Kunze) Leach.

Pamela was raised in Klamath Falls, Oregon until about the age of 14 when the family moved to Dallas, Oregon were she lived for about 15 years.  Pamela married Les Fay in 1973.

Pamela is survived by her husband, Les Fay; sons, Brian, Brad, and David Fay; father, Jack Leach;  half sister, Julie Rupae, and 6 grandchildren.

Pamela is preceded by her mother, Phyllis Decourcy.

Pamela was involved with the Rainbow Girls.

Memorial Services will be held for Pamela at 2 o’clock on Saturday, November 14, 2009 at the Tualatin Foursquare Church.

Arrangements by Crown Memorial Center – Tualatin

On line condolences at www.anewtradition.com

James Joseph Lutz passed away at his home in North Portland on November 7, 2009, at the age of 73. The St. Paul, Minnesota native was born to Earl and Marion Lutz, on July 8, 1936. He grew up in the state of Minnesota before becoming a part of the Navy as a young man. James married Betty Jean Pace in Belton, Texas, on  the 4^th of July in 1964, and the two eventually moved to the Portland area in 1984 with kids in tow. Married for 45 years, the couple would have 4 sons and a daughter together. James enjoyed careers in both sales and as a truck driver.

James is survived by his wife Betty Lutz of Portland; his son and daughter-in-law, Michael and Jody Lutz of Portland, Oregon; son Robert Lutz of California; son Kenny Lutz and his partner Tammy Conrad of Vancouver, Washington; daughter and son-in-law Theresa and Donald Jones of Spanaway, Washington; son Steve Lutz of Portland; sister Gertrude Poore; and brother Robert Lutz. He also leaves behind a total of 8 grandchildren. A memorial mass is scheduled to take place at St. Andrews in Portland, Oregon on Saturday, November 14^th, at 12:00 pm.  Arrangements were made with Crown Memorial Center – Milwaukie.

11/23/1955 – 11/6/2009

Dennis entered the hospital on Nov. 1^st, 2009 after having suffered a massive stroke.   He did not recover and passed away on Nov. 5^th, 2009.  Dennis was born Nov. 25, 1955 in Fort Leonardwood, Missouri (along with a twin sister).  He is survived by 4 brothers and 2 sisters.  He will be laid to rest Tuesday, November 17, 2009 at 10:00 a.m. at Willamette National Cemetery in Portland with full military ho9nors.  We will celebrate his life afterward at his brothers’ home in Milwaukie. 

He will be missed by all who loved him.

Arrangements by Crown Memorial Center – Milwauke.

Wanda passed away in the early hours of November 5^th, 2009 in Salem, OR at the age of 76.  She was born in Stonewall, OK July 8^th, 1933 to Grover and Perrnie Barnes.  She grew up in Bakersfield, CA and moved to Oregon in 1964.

Wanda loved knitting, puzzles, gardening and cooking.  She was a member of the Salem Evangelical Church.  She is survived by her daughter Patty Weathers of Salem; sons Gary Weathers of Culver; Wayne Weathers of Oakridge; Dwight Weathers of Sequim, WA; Steven Roe of Culver and brother Joe Barnes of Casa Grande, AZ; many grand children, great-grand children and one great-great grandchild.  She is preceded in death by her son David Weathers; her husband Mel Roe; brothers Lloyd and Buddy and her sisters Leon and Dorthy.

A private family service was held November 6^th, 2009.  Memorial contributions can be made to Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation.  Arrangements entrusted to Crown Memorial Center – Salem.

Maggie passed away after a lengthy illness on November 5^th, at home with her family by her side.  She was born March 21, 1932, in Stratford, South Dakota, to Mary (Reilly) and Earl Saunders, and grew up with her siblings, Tom and Jim.  She graduated from Mt. Marty College and went to work for the FBI. 

Maggie married Jim Bertsch of Conde, SD in 1956 in Abredeen SD, and started a wonderful family. On New Year’s Eve 1979, the family moved from South Dakota to Oregon, where she and Jim began new adventures, selling insurance together and making a home in the Salem area.   

In later years, Maggie loved antiquing, collecting her beloved Hershey’s memorabilia and always with eternal hope, she never passed up a lottery machine without taking a small gamble.  She looked forward to hearing about all her grandchildren’s sports events, recitals, plays or any other activity they were involved in.  For those who lived outside of Oregon, she eagerly awaited their phone calls and made sure she was a part of their lives. Margaret’s failing health in the last few years prevented her from seeing her grandchildren in their activities, but they always knew she was there in spirit.

Margaret took the good with the bad in life with grace and humor.  She liked a good joke and had incredible comedic timing.  Maggie was a strong woman who remained committed to her faith and family through the end. When Margaret was in the hospital earlier this year, her family asked her what her wishes were upon leaving and she replied she’d like to go home.  Her family knows she now got her wish, and is finally at peace.

She is survived by her husband of 54 years, Jim, her children: Georgine (Jeff) Naggatz, Gulf Breeze, FL; Mike (Cindy) Bertsch, Warner, SD.; Mary (Tim) Massey, Beaverton, OR; Patrick (Chrissie) Bertsch, Salem, OR; Jamie Bertsch, Salem , OR; and Melissa (Phil) Smith of Spanaway, WA and her16 grandchildren: Dr. Kaitlin Ross, Brittany and Kelsea Naggatz; Michael, Brandon, Andrew, and Evan Bertsch; Martie, Ireland, Grace and Zoe Massey; Reilly, Madison, and Jacob Bertsch; Jordan Collmann; and Megan Smith; and bother Tom (Phyllis) Saunders, Aberdeen SD. Maggie was preceded in death by her parents Mary and Earl and her brother Jim Saunders.

 A viewing will be held Tuesday November 10th at Crown Memorial Center, Salem OR, from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM.  A Funeral Mass and Rosary will be held at St. Vincent Catholic Church at 10:30 am on Wednesday November 11^th, with a reception to follow. Family Internment at Willamette National Cemetery 12pm Thursday the 12^th.

Jack Elwood Enos passed away at his home on the evening of November 4, 2009. He was 81 years old. Jack was born to Joseph and Thelma Enos on November 1, 1928, in Los Angeles, California. He and his family moved to the Pacific Northwest when he was a young boy.  Jack married Lorraine Huntington, and the two had 4 children, 3 sons and a daughter. He worked as a Master Maintenance Mechanic and had numerous hobbies such as woodworking, fishing, baking, gardening, and reciting poetry.  Jack was also a part of the Machinist Aerospace Workers Union.

Jack is survived by his wife, Lorraine; daughter, Terrie Davison; son, Chris Enos; son, Danny Enos; and son, Stephen Enos. He also leaves behind 7 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren.  Jack was preceded in death by his three siblings, Jean, Sara and Kenneth.  The family has scheduled a service to be held at the Gladstone Assembly on Saturday, November 21, 2009, at 1:30 pm. In lieu of flowers, the family has requested that all memorial contributions go to Willamette Falls Hospice. Arrangements were made with Crown Memorial Center in Milwaukie.

July 29, 1940 – Nov. 04, 2009

Jerry was born July 29, 1940 in Murray, Utah, to Mary (Osoro) and George “Kossy” Kosovich of Bingham Canyon, Utah.  He moved with his family to Vanport in 1944, and later to Portland where Jerry attended St. Patrick’s and Blessed Sacrament Grade Schools.  Jerry graduated from Central Catholic High School in 1958, and went on to attend the University of Portland and St. Mary’s College in Moraga, California.  Throughout his life, Jerry remained close to many friends from his grade school, high school, and college years.

 Jerry served as a Peace Corps volunteer  in Turkish villages Cyprus from 1962 to 1964.   Following his time in Cyprus, Jerry  attended the Sorbonne in Paris in 1964.  He was  drafted into the U.S. Army in July, 1965where he reached the rank of Sgt E-5 and served in Company C of the 7th Special Forces Group (Airborne) until July, 1967. 

During the early 1970’s, Jerry worked with troubled children at the Parry Center for Children and later for Edgefield Children’s Center.  While working at Parry Center, he met his future wife, Margueritte (Jette) Kosovich, and they married in 1975 and had twin sons in 1978. 

Jerry completed his bachelor’s degree in English at Portland State University in 1975.  He then took a job at the Oregon Liquor Control Commission, where he worked for twenty two years, first in stores, then in the regulatory division, and finally in management services for five years.  He retired in 1998 to raise Christmas trees and wine grapes. 

Jerry’s interest were wide and varied, including languages, books, winemaking, travel, tennis, poker and hunting.  He is survived by his wife, Margueritte of Oregon City; sons, George P. Kosovich( wife Katy) of Everett, WA, and Stephen M. Kosovich of Nacogdoches, Texas; brother, George N. of Rockville. MD; nephews, Dan and Brad Millington; and niece, Shireen Niezgoda.  His nephew, Nicholas Kosovich; and sister, Joanne (Susaeta) Kelby, preceded him in death. 

Jerry died at his home  Nov. 4, 2009, of cancer.   In lieu of flowers, remembrances can be made to Providence Hospice or Providence Cancer Center.  Friends are invited to gather and bring their stories to a celebration of life at 3 pm, Friday, Nov. 13, 2009, in the Monarch Hotel, Clackamas.  Arrangements  were by Crown Memorial Center, Milwaukie.  Send a free online condolence at www.ANewTradition.com .

Victor R. Jordan passed away in the afternoon on November 2, 2009 in Portland, Oregon.  He was born August 27, 1957 to Wayne R. Jordan and Ona J. Kille in Redmond, Oregon and was the second of five children.

Victor grew up in Lebanon, Oregon and attended school until he joined the Army where he finished his GED.  He was in the Army from 1975 to 1977.  He lived in California for a few years before returning to Oregon and calling Estacada home.

Victor is survived by his mother Ona Kille; brothers Mark and Tim (Mary) of Salem; Sisters Pamela (Rev. Joseph) Knight of Michigan and Patricia (George) Sile of Wyoming; step-mother Wilma Jordan of Vancouver, WA and many nieces and nephews.  He is preceded in death by his father Wayne. 

A private family service will be held at a later date.  Arrangements have been entrusted to Crown Memorial Center – Salem.

Sheila Calise, of Portland, passed away on November 2, 2009, at the age of 58. She was born on June 9, 1951, to Epifanio and Laura Galindo in Los Angeles, California. In her mid-20’s, Sheila made her way to the Portland area. She worked as a seamstress for over 20 years, but eventually switched gears to become a Lobby Attendant at the Marriott. When she wasn’t working, Sheila enjoyed spending time with her family, particularly her 3 grandchildren.

Sheila leaves behind a daughter, Elan Calise; son-in-law, Labarron Sampson; son, Jason Calise; and three grandchildren, Kaila (10), River (7), and Violet (4).  She is also survived by her long-time companion of over 10 years, John Evans. A service was held at the Leach Botanical Garden in SE Portland on November 7, 2009. Arrangements were made with Crown Memorial Center in Milwaukie.