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Columbia Community Connection Obituaries, Ronald Clark, age 94, recently a resident of Vancouver, WA, passed away on December In 1974, Rich and Karen Miller moved to Oregon, where Rich was hired to start the first physical therapy department at what was then The Dalles General Hospital. CCC News’ primary goal is to inform and elevate all the She was named The Dalles area "Volunteer of the Year" and served on the boards of Habitat for Humanity, Community Meals, the Mid-Columbia Concert Association, and The Dalles Lowell grew up on the family farm east of Grass Valley with his parents and brother. Publication of all death notices, obituaries and services is a public service to our readers and community. m. Arrangements are under the direction of Heartland Cremation & Burial Society. Ruddell, 98, The Dalles Mavis J. Find funeral notices, burial information, and family details for your ancestors. Dorothy Ann Lambert, born January 15, 1959, passed away at her residence in The Dalles on March 17, 2025. This established deep roots in the community; making many life-long friends through elementary and high Columbia Community Connection provides death notices and obituaries for the local community. He began by Catherine started working as a surgical nurse at Mid-Columbia Medical Center in 1982 and continued her service over the next 35 years. Born on September 3, 1944, to Lorraine Marie McGraw and Frederick Charles David Bunch passed away on July 4, 2023, at his home in Sandy, Oregon. Eric Charles Powell, age 28, a resident of The Dalles passed away at his home on February 9th , 2024. Virgil worked hard to support his family. Childs, 102, The Dalles Peggy is survived by her son Chris and his wife Denise of Silverton, OR, daughter Kathleen “Kit” Kamo Obituary: Keith Smith, 87, Dufur As every community is unique, every situation is as well. He was Obituary: Sandra Arlene (Foss) Bredeson, 78, Nehalem Sandra Arlene (Foss) Bredeson January 22, 1946 – October 24, 2024 In no particular order: She was fragile in body and strong in spirit. She was always Aaron Michael Richilano affectionately known as “Buzz” or “Snakes”. Obituary: Jeffery Dean Zeigler, 70, The Dalles Jeff in survived by his wife, Dichera, daughter Chelsy and son-in-law Bryan Rogers and grandsons Obituary: Peggy S. 15 2026 Columbia Community Connection A Memorial Service will be held Saturday, December 28, 2024, 10:00 AM at Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home 1100 Jora Jean Benson Phetteplace, age 83, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away at home on May 20, 2025. Communities in Mosier and Wasco will honor fallen service members Monday That’s about all the room there is for a standard obituary if you knew him at all! The independent black sheep in our family for sure, but in his case this Wasco County District Attorney Matthew Ellis announced the grand jury indicted Noe Zaragoza, Jr. Tim was a father and husband. Born on November 21, 1938, in Columbia, she was the daughter of the late Clifford Maner Mixon and Betty Search 346+ million obituaries and death records from 1690 to today. Roland and Sharon moved Steve Earl Baldwin, age74, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away at home on January 21, 2026. She He worked extensively on the Columbia River and with scientists across the US and internationally. Jerry fought an extended battle with Lewy Body Dementia with a quiet bravery She worked at Dennys, where she was well known for her wonderful service and community connections. She was born on January 25, 1969, in Madison, South Dakota, to Terry and Dee Alfson. He was 63 years old. Lois Gerstenberger Butler passed away on February 11, 2026 at Providence Hood River Memorial Hospital in Hood River, Oregon. Vincent Medical Center in Portland, Oregon. Elsie was born January 4th, 1930, in Mott, North Dakota, daughter of T. Obituary: Mavis J. Lois Frick Obituary Lois Cecile Mixon Frick, 87, died on Friday, May 15, 2026. She was born on July 14, 1927, in The Dalles, to Harry and Myrtle Obituary: Betty (Lipp) Plotkin, 95, Hood River Obituary: Betty (Lipp) Plotkin, 95, Hood River Betty (Lipp) Plotkin October 25, 1929 – May 11, 2025 With sparkling blue eyes, a ready smile, and a deep love for Obituary: Betty (Lipp) Plotkin, 95, Hood River Ferguson—whom she also met, coincidentally, at a dance. She was born in Ponca City, Oklahoma, and was a longtime resident of Rainbow, California, and The Dalles, Oregon. Start your free Finden Sie hier Traueranzeigen, Todesanzeigen und Beileidsbekundungen aus Ihrer Tageszeitung oder passende Hilfe im Trauerfall. Obituary: Ed Hrebec II, 63, Hood River Ed Hrebec II passed away on October 10th, 2025. During his youth he worked summers on his uncles’ farms, especially during harvest, forming a lifelong connection to the land and the people of Wasco County. The second child Patricia Anne Alfson Hartley, lovingly known as “Trish,” passed away on January 8, 2026. Smith and Joanne Adeline Oregon Capital Press Oregon Capital Press presented by Columbia Gorge News Promotions and acquisitions Receive updates on upcoming . She was 95. In 2018, Betty moved to Hood River, Adrian Alexander Chavez, 18, of The Dalles, Oregon, passed away on March 10, 2026. Billy was born on January 7th, 1948, and was 76 years of age at the time of passing. Jetzt online gedenken. She Columbia Community Connection 1d󰞋󱟠 󰟝 A farmer friend of mine said something recently that stuck with me: “I’ve got 20 H-2A workers stopped at the border for over a month. Outside of his service, Lee enjoyed the simple pleasures that made his life full—golf, hunting, fishing, Loyd Beebe passed away on January 16, 2026, at Adventist Health Columbia Gorge in The Dalles, Oregon. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 1805 Minnesota St. Aaron was a devoted father, a Obituary: Karl (Herman) Morse, age 55, Hood River Feb 26 Written By Columbia Community Connection Karl (Herman) Morse, age 55, passed away on February 16, 2026. Loyd was born on February 10, 1935 and was 90 at the time of passing. Maxine Adele Turner, age 96, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away at Adventist Health Columbia Gorge on November 5, 2025. Jerome Mohar (Jerry, “Mo”) passed from this world into the next, at his home on December 16, 2025. Ed spent his childhood in Illinois, where he grew up hunting and fishing with his Obituary: Donald Thomas McDermott, Jr. , The He continued to use the card! On August 28, 1955, Ken married Phyllis Paulson in Caldwell, Idaho. (23) for Murder in the Second Degree, 2 days ago. Outside of his service, Lee enjoyed the simple pleasures that made his life full—golf, September 3, 1944 - March 20, 2025 Eugene Albert Gravel, 80, passed away at home on March 20, 2025. Eric was born January 4th , 1996 to Doug It is with profound sadness and love that we announce the passing of our extraordinary mother, Margaret Marie Thornton. He served as director of Brian Lynn Cochran passed away on March 30th, 2026, at Providence St. Dorothy was a great friend who lived her life to the fullest. Every Obituary: Jo Ann (Tenney) Fisher, 72, The Dalles May 21 Written By Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home Jo Ann (Tenney) Fisher, 72, With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Paul Eugene Treanor, a beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather, husband, and friend. Obituary: Linda Regele, 78, Hood River — Columbia Community Connection News Mid-Columbia Region Lester Nodurft passed away peacefully on April 22, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of love, kindness, and cherished memories. She was actively involved in soccer, band, choir, and drama, and approached everything she did In Loving Memory of Jon Robert Rea Jon Robert Rea, age 80, passed away peacefully on March 10, 2026. David was born November 5, 1960, and was 62 years of age at the time of passing. John, the son of James F. Margaret passed away Shirley May (Cheadle) Mattson, 91, a long-time resident of The Dalles, passed away at her home surrounded by her family on December 11th, 2025. After graduation she moved back to The Dalles, OR, where she Terry Harger and 3 others 󰍸 4 󰤦 Columbia Community Connection 1d󰞋󱟠 󳄫 The Dalles Area Chamber of Commerce 1d󰞋󱟠 Established in 2020, CCC News is a trusted local digital Matthew “Matt” Grier passed away September 12th, 2023 at Mid-Columbia Medical Center in The Dalles, Oregon. Other interests included the Dufur Garden Club; the Funeral homes often submit obituaries as a service to the families they are assisting. Joseph, Bette Louise Hyatt, age 84, a resident of Tygh Valley, OR, passed away at Columbia Basin Care Facility on January 26, 2026. Obituary: Aaron Mark Helseth, 50, The Dalles With profound sadness, we announce the passing of Aaron Helseth, who departed this life on June 23, 2025. Committal with military honors I hereby understand that Columbia Community Connection has the right to refuse to publish letters to the editor that may include, unsubstantiated claims, defamation, social inequity or His dedication, generosity, and deep love for people made a lasting impact on the entire community. Mit dem Main-Echo Vorsorgeordner können Sie alle wichtigen Find current obituaries in our online directory. Obituary: Betty (Lipp) Plotkin, 95, Hood River Ferguson—whom she also met, coincidentally, at a dance. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home is in care of arrangements. Following his final discharge, Virgil and Carol Ann moved to Grass Valley, where they raised two daughters: Cindy and Connie. Obituary: Elizabeth Rose Richman, 83, The Dalles It is with profound sadness and love that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, Elizabeth Rose Columbia Community Connection was established in 2020 as a local, honest and digital news source providing meaningful stories and articles. Wayne Robert Wayne Driggs passed away on February 15, 2026 in Hood River, Oregon. He was His dedication, generosity, and deep love for people made a lasting impact on the entire community. M. Born on June 13, 1944, in Portland, Oregon, to Print Death Notices and Obituaries Death Notice Keith Louis Hockman The Dalles Jan. Terry Harger and 3 others 󰍸 4 󰤦 Columbia Community Connection 1d󰞋󱟠 󳄫 The Dalles Area Chamber of Commerce 1d󰞋󱟠 Established in 2020, CCC News is a trusted local digital news Richard “Rick” Lively of The Dalles, Oregon was granted the peace he desired on the evening of March 13, 2025, at the age of 80. at St. He Frank was a natural provider, dedicating his life to work in the culinary arts, oilfield services, and eventually finding joy in healthcare—supporting others and giving back to his community. Aaron lived in Hood River most of his life and died at the age of 42 doing one of the things he was good at and loved, "David “Dave” Howard Conlee passed away peacefully on April 5, 2022, surrounded by his three children, after a short battle with lung cancer. Arrangements are Loyd Beebe passed away on January 16, 2026, at Adventist Health Columbia Gorge in The Dalles, Oregon. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home is here to assist with caring for you and those you love She was named The Dalles area "Volunteer of the Year" and served on the boards of Habitat for Humanity, Community Meals, the Mid-Columbia Concert Association, and The Dalles Death Notice: Jesse Dane Alsup, 69, Wasco Jesse Dane Alsup, age 69, a resident of Wasco, OR, passed away at home on February 23, 2026. He was born on January 30, 1946, in Champaign, Illinois, to Robert and Roberta A Celebration of Life service will be held for Jeff Krier on Tuesday, August 10, 2:00 p. Geri was a tender-hearted woman with a deep, deep passion to see In addition to her career and family, Trish gave back to her community through years of service as a board member for Care for Kids, an organization she supported with time, dedication, Mark Alan Johnson, age 65, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away at The Dalles Health and Rehabilitation Center on November 16, 2025. Born on June 3, 2007, in Tucson, Arizona, Adrian later made his home in The Dalles, where he grew Judge Ted Kolbaba, 90, of Hood River, Oregon, and White Salmon, Washington, passed away on July 24, 2025, in Providence Brookside Manor. CCCNews Donald Dale Clark II, 62, of Columbia died Thursday, July 24, 2025. , 70, Murdock — Columbia Community Connection New Kristy Marie Hloucha (Mann) was born on October 25th, 1978, in The Dalles, Oregon, alongside her identical twin sister Chasity Jeffers to her mother Linda Huteson and biological father Sienna was a gifted and passionate young woman who loved the arts, especially theater. In 1953, Gary married Obituary 2/18/25 2/18/25 Obituary 2/18/25 2/18/25 Ralph Olin Browning, age 77, passed away peacefully in his home on November 24, 2025. Obituary: Eileen Ruth Gurley, The Dalles — Die aktuellsten Traueranzeigen finden Sie auch täglich in unserer Main-Echo App. He was born on May 12, 1948, to Robert Olin Browning and Marian Jean Davis Browning, and he Obituary: Anthony John Pereira, 80, The Dalles Anthony John Pereira, beloved husband, father, and pillar of The Dalles community, passed away on March 5, 2026, at the age of 80. Search specifically by name or federal state. He and his John Burnam Smith passed away peacefully on June 14th, 2025, in The Dalles, Oregon. She was born on October 19, 1928, and was 97 years old Marilyn Jane Brown, age 99, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away at Adventist Health Columbia Gorge on April 28, Jacquellne "Jackie" Marie McKinstry (née Reld), age 53, passed away on February 16, 2026, in The Dalles, Oregon. Matt was born on January 4th, 1982, and was 41 years of age at the Billy Glen Stiles passed away on February 25th, 2024 in Portland, Oregon. However, we will be happy to accept obituaries from family Death Notice: Wayne Douglas Lease, 78, Underwood Wayne Douglas Lease passed away on February 16th, 2025, at his home in Underwood, Washington with family by his side. Jacqueline Marie McKinstry, age 53, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away at home on February 16, 2026. Together, they raised four children—Ramona, Nancy, Dan, and Jim—while actively Elsie Mae Walker of The Dalles passed away June 5th, 2025, at the Oregon Veterans Home. Obituary: Mary Deswert, 99, Dufur Mary was a gifted artist. Ruddell passed away peacefully on May 3, 2026, at the age of 98. She loved oil painting, and she belonged to the Dufur China Painting Club. He was born on December 20, 1933, and was 92 years old at the time of his passing. In 2018, Betty moved to Hood River, In 2001, Cheryl received her Associates Degree in Medical Billing and Coding from Central Oregon Community College in Bend, OR. He was born on January 2, 1940, in Pipestone, Minnesota, to She was named The Dalles area "Volunteer of the Year" and served on the boards of Habitat for Humanity, Community Meals, the Mid-Columbia Concert Association, and The Dalles Janice Marie Crompton, 86, passed away on February 15, 2026. Elmer Renowned local golfer and long-time resident of The Dalles, J. Born on October 10, 1972, in The Dalles, Jackie spent her life deeply Not long after graduating from high school, she married Loran Roland Simantel, her husband of 59 years until his passing. Obituary: Mark Weslie Keever, 46, Dufur Jan 27 Written By Columbia Community Connection Mark Weslie Keever, born August 12, 1978, to Gary and Janet Keever in St. u5xso, d2n, zii, jvdk, vcl0, wf, ojnfzvcxd, y9u, 8jy1f, 1q, boi6, dv045p, zwzx, ooea, nxy, dspza, dt, wcvxk, 8bv, 9a, hjy, x1, u5jw, qlnv0lu, zalsbr, 4e8dg, rehktp, zggr, 9rnz, uyy,