November 2009
Roy L. Matchett
Roy L. Matchett, 85, passed away at his home in Klamath Falls, on Saturday, Oct. 31, 2009.
He was born in Kapowsin, Wash. on July 24, 1924 to Roy and Thelma Matchett.
After graduating from Kapowsin High School in 1942, he enlisted in the United States Coast Guard serving in home waters and in the South Pacific and North Pacific Theaters during World War II.
When discharged in 1946, He returned to Washington State where he owned and operated a service station. On Aug. 8, 1947 he married Jeanne Munson, making their home in Puyallup, Wash. They later lived in Eugene where Roy worked for Oil Filter Service Company. Roy and Jeanne moved their family to Lakeview in 1957 where they eventually established a successful heavy construction company, retiring in 1991. Roy and Jeanne relocated to Klamath Falls in 2004.
Roy was also a licensed pilot who owned several airplanes over the years. Roy enjoyed fishing, hunting and prospecting.
He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Jeanne of Klamath Falls: son Kevin of Jacksonville; sons and daughters-in-law Lee and Cheryl Matchett of Klamath Falls and Ron and Janell Matchett of Klamath Falls; Sister Delores Matchett of Klamath Falls; grandchildren Kristina, Derek, Jenna, Amy, Joel, Lacy, Sarah, Mary, Drew and Olivia; great-grandson Lian.
A memorial service was held on Tuesday, Nov. 10, 2009 at Klamath Christian Center, 6100 Church Hill Dr., Klamath Falls.
Ellen A. (Hanson) Ross
Ellen A. (Hanson) Ross, 95, passed away on Saturday, Oct. 31, 2009 in Medford.
She was born to Stanley and Lena Hanson a pioneering family who homesteaded on the West Side of Lakeview on May 17, 1914 in Lakeview.
She grew up on the family sheep ranch. A recipient of the Bernard Daly Education Fund, she attended OSU, and was a member of Alpha Gamma Delta Sorority of which she expressed many fond memories. After college Ellen worked for a short time at the J.C. Penney’s in Lakeview and then was employed by First National Bank. While working at First National Bank Ellen met Robert C. Ross and after a period courtship they were married on May 12, 1939 in Portland. Her husband of 50 years was a Banker with First National Bank of Oregon (now Wells Fargo Bank). While married, she and her husband moved over the years with their four children. They lived in Portland, Prineville, Klamath Falls, Albany, Medford and Eugene.
She enjoyed crafting, gardening, playing Bridge and dancing at the Elks club with her husband on a regular basis, in addition to being a converted and devout Catholic.
She was preceded in death by her parents Lena and Stanley Hanson of Lakeview; husband Robert C. Ross of Lakeview; brother John S. Hanson of Redmond.
She is survived by her sons and daughters-in-law Robert S. (Stan) and Ardy Ross of Medford, John Francis and Valerie Ross of Sherwood and Richard A. (Dick) and Ann Ross of Bend; daughter Mary Ellen Cadman of Medford; grandchildren Jeff Ross and Staley (Ross) Arnett, Debbie Ross and Heather (Ross) Eichman, Tim, Kevin and Brian Cadman, Tyra (Ross) Voll and Andrea (Ross) Gjestvang; great-grandchildren Zakiri, Jazzeel and Aliiya Ross, Matthew and Amanda Arnett, Isabella Cadman, Logan Cadman, Kody and Morgan Voll; nieces Patricia (Hanson) Bukeida, Jinnie (Ross) Welsh and Julie (Ross) Davidson; nephews Dennis Hanson, Steven Ross and Stewart Ross.
Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Nov. 21 at Shepherd of the Valley Catholic Church.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be sent to the Magdalene Home or St. Vincent de Paul of Medford.
William E.”Bill” Selby
William E. “Bill” Selby, 74, died Thursday, Oct. 29, 2009, in Gresham. Bill was born Aug. 4, 1935 in Baltimore, Md. to William B. Selby and Edna R. (Earle) Selby. He grew up in West Friendship, Md. and attended Utah State University in Logan, Utah where he met and married Anona Bevan. He graduated in 1958 with a B.S. Degree in Range Management. He began his 40 year government career with a summer position in the USDA Agricultural Research Station in Beltsville, Md., then full time with the Forest Service at the Conconully Ranger District on the Okanogan National Forest in Washington where he was a Range Analysis Technician and a smokejumper at the North Cascades Smokejumper base. He assisted in compiling data to convert the North Cascades Primitive Area to a Wilderness Area.
In 1962, Bill transferred to John Day where he was the assistant district ranger for the Long Creek Ranger District then assistant staff range and wildlife manager for the Malheur National Forest. He served on the Grant County Planning Commission, was the county liaison officer for the Land and Water Conservation Program, a member of the Grant County Sportsman’s Assoc., the Toastmasters Club and taught hunter safety classes.
In 1970, Bill transferred to the Fremont National Forest in Lakeview. During his years on the Fremont National Forest, he was a district resource assistant, acting district ranger in Paisley and a fire management officer. While living in Lakeview, he was a member of the Warner Canyon Ski Patrol where he was an instructor in Skiing Safety for Beginners, facilitated meetings and was secretary/treasurer of the organization. He was a member of the Lakeview Kiwanis Club and involved with Camp Cottonwood, a community-sponsored, nonprofit youth camp.
He transferred to the Region 6 Regional Office in Portland in 1992, where he was an employee development specialist until his retirement in July 1998.
During his years with the Forest Service, Bill worked over 80 large fires, many of them in overhead positions from division/group supervisor to incident commander. Even after his official retirement, Bill continued contracting with the Forest Service as a member of the Pacific Northwest Interagency Incident Management Team responding to fires from Alaska to Texas to North Dakota until last year when his health began to fail.
In 1985, he traveled to China and Inner Mongolia. He enjoyed the trip and made several more trips to China. His hobbies included reading, hunting, snow-skiing and playing his guitar.
He was preceded in death by his parents William B. and Edna Selby; sisters Priscilla Clagett and Avis Pfefferkorn all of Maryland.
Survivors include his wife Anona; son William R. “Bill” Selby of Prineville; daughters Barbara Brutsch of Bend, Patricia Gray of Lebanon and Cathleen Selby of Gresham; six grandchildren.
At his request there will be no services.
Contributions in memory of William E. Selby may be directed to the Providence Cancer Center fund, c/o Providence Portland Medical Foundation, 4805 NE Glisan St., Suite 1G21, Portland 97213.
Richard B. (R.B.) Cave
Richard B. (R.B.) Cave, 76, died Tuesday Nov. 10, 2009 in Lakeview.
R.B. was born March 3, 1933 in Billings, Mont. He was raised in Colorado and later became a resident of California and Oregon. Although he was a painter by trade he later returned to his love of ranching.
R.B. loved his family, friends, animals, his dog Sierra, poetry, books, exploring the west, his blue Chevy stepside and his job at the Lakeview Ranger District. He was a proud member of the NRA and lived life on his own terms. Anyone that knew R.B. knows what a unique man he was and he will be deeply missed by all that loved him.
He was preceded in death by his parents; son Richard J. Cave; brother John Cave.
He is survived by his son Kevin Cave of Bakersfield, Calif.; daughters Marie Koller of Boise, Idaho, Toni Merrell of Lincoln, Calif., Jeanette Cave of Lakeview and Tevis B. Cave of Klamath Falls; 16 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; special friends Dave and Kathy Knowles, Frankie and Johnnie Manibusan and friends at the Lakeview Ranger District.
A gathering to be announced will be held in the spring of 2010 to celebrate his life.
The March winds will forever whisper his name.
Contributions in memory of Mr. Cave may be made to the Outback Humane Society, 514 Center St., Lakeview 97630 or to a charity of the donor’s choice.
Ousley Osterman Huffstutter Funeral Chapel has charge of arrangements.
Evelyn Annie Grindstaff
Evelyn Annie Grindstaff, 93, died at the Lake District Long Term Care Facility on Sunday, Nov. 15, 2009 from natural causes.
Evelyn was born to Albert and Florence (Currin) Branch in Lakeview on Jan. 29, 1916 while the family lived at Clover Flat. She attended schools at Valley Falls, Crooked Creek, Vernon School and graduated from Lakeview High School in 1934.
Evelyn married Ray Grindstaff on July 25, 1936 at Lakeview. Shortly after their marriage they moved to Burns and later to New Bieber, Calif. where she worked in a restaurant and after returning to Lakeview she worked for the phone company for a number of years. Her true career was being a mother and dedicated housewife.
She was a very kind person and kept herself busy helping others. She put in many years as a volunteer with the Lakeview Opportunity Shop. Her favorite place to go was the Lakeview Senior Center and her favorite pastime was playing bingo.
She was a long time member of the Lakeview Trinity Baptist Church.
She was preceded in death by husband Ray; son Chuck; brothers Adrian and Floyd Branch; sisters Mildred Garrett and Persis Grisel and her very special niece, Rhea VanDenBerg.
Evelyn is survived by son and daughter-in-law Glen and Polly Grindstaff of Wilder, Idaho; son LeRoy Grindstaff of Lakeview; grandchildren and spouses Larry and Tammie Grindstaff of Adrian, Idaho, Jackie and Greg Allen of Burns, Kristi and Shane Wallace of Sand Hollow, Idaho and Robin Mona Smith of Buffalo, Wyo.; great-grandchildren Angie, Shelley, Austin, Zachary, Jeremy, Dezire and Mandy; Two great-great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be Thursday, Nov. 19, 2009 at 1 p.m. at the Trinity Baptist Church. A potluck dinner will be served in the church fellowship hall following the committal in the Sunset Cemetery. Visitation will be Wednesday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Desert Rose Funeral Chapel.
Contributions in Evelyn’s memory may be made to Lake County Senior Citizens Assoc., 11 N. G St., Lakeview 97630 or Lake District Long Term Care, 700 S. J St., Lakeview 97630 or to a charity of the donor’s choice.
Desert Rose Funeral Chapel in is charge of the arrangements.
Lillian Fern Munk McDonald
Lillian Fern Munk McDonald, 90, died peacefully of causes incident to age on Sunday, Nov. 15, 2009.
Lillian was born in Montpelier, Idaho, Jan. 22, 1918, to Lewis Edgar Munk and France Wright.
Lillian was educated in the public schools of Georgetown, Idaho, Provo, Utah, Grace, Idaho, and graduated from high school in Montpelier, Idaho, at age 16. She graduated from Utah State Agriculture College, Logan, Utah, in 1938, with a Bachelor of Science degree in secretarial science.
She married John E. McDonald of Heber City, Utah, in the Logan LDS Temple on Jan. 4, 1938.
Lillian was a member of the LDS Church, and served long and faithfully in many capacities, not least of which was uncomplaining support of her husband, who was often away from home, serving in leadership capacities himself. The Relief Society and M.I.A. of the Lakeview ward, especially were the beneficiaries of her considerable energies and dedication. After her husband’s retirement from the timber industry in Oregon, he and Lillian moved to Benjamin, Utah, where they served as ordinance workers in the Provo Temple and as missionaries in the Florida, Ft. Lauderdale mission. Additionally, she worked for many years in the data processing center in Spanish Fork and was also an organist and Relief Society teacher in the Benjamin First Ward. In 2003, the couple moved to Spanish Fork and the Meadowlark First Ward, where they continued to serve as called and as advancing age permitted.
Lillian had a lifelong interest in music, but her greater gift was as an athlete. She was a life-long sports enthusiast. At Utah State, she earned her “A” sweater, participating in every sport offered to women. She gave up tennis only when she could no longer find competitors in her age group and played golf into her eighties. Although after college she never applied for a job, she was at various times sought out as a public school teacher, a legal secretary and a court reporter.
She was a skilled homemaker and generous with her talents. A wonderful cook, she found great satisfaction preparing bountiful feasts for the many people invited to share her table over the years. She also enjoyed sewing clothing for her daughters and pieced numerous quilts, most of which she gave away.
She was preceded in death by her husband John; a premature infant daughter; infant son James Calvin; her parents; brother Lewis Munk; sisters Mildred Jensen and Faye Donaly.
Survivors include: her son and daughter-in-law Dr. Andrew John and Patricia McDonald of Mapleton, Utah; daughters and sons-in-law Jean and Stephen Atwood of St. George, Utah and Paula and Robert Walker of Lopez Island, Wash.; 14 grandchildren and 29 great-grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held Saturday, Nov. 21, 2009 at 11 a.m. at the Meadow Lark LDS 1st Ward, 870 E. Canyon Rd., Spanish Fork, Utah. Interment will be in Heber City Cemetery.
Jeanette A. (Nettie) Cave
Jeanette A. (Nettie) Cave, 54, died Saturday Nov. 21, 2009 in Lakeview.
Jeanette was born Aug. 14, 1955 in Oakland, Calif. to Richard J. and Virginia (Geoffrey) Cave.
Previously a resident of Auburn, Calif. she moved to New Pine Creek with her son Rick in 2001.
A former employee of Safeway and Stewart’s Marketeria she had many, many friends in Lakeview and New Pine Creek.
Nettie was a sweet, caring and loving person. She touched many lives with her kindness and generosity. She was dearly loved by her family and her numerous nieces and nephews. She was witty and funny, always entertaining the children and making everyone laugh. Nettie liked to read, cook and write eloquent poetry. She also loved exploring the country around her.
The joy of her life was her son Rick. The most important thing to her was his happiness and spending time with him. Rick will forever treasure the time he spent with her.
There are no words to express how much we loved her and how deeply she will be missed by her family. There will never be another like her. Her charismatic personality, her love for her family and her quest to enjoy life will forever live on in her son. Our lives will never be the same.
She was preceded in death by her father R.B. Cave; her dearest daughter Jennifer Ross; brother Richard J. Cave.
She is survived by her sons Richard P. Cave of Lakeview and Peter Duran of Sacramento, Calif; mother Virginia Hall of New Pine Creek; brother Kevin Cave of Bakersfield, Calif.; sisters Marie Koller of Boise, Idaho, Toni Merrell of Lincoln, Calif. and Tevis Cave of Klamath Falls; beloved grandsons Robert and Kenny Ross of Citrus Heights, Calif.
A private memorial will be held at a later date.
Contributions in memory of Jeanette may be made to the American Cancer Society or a charity of the donor’s choice.
Desert Rose Funeral Chapel is in charge of the arrangements
Lawrence “Bussie” Iverson
Lawrence “Bussie” Iverson, 95, of Silver Lake passed away on Sunday, Nov. 22, 2009.
He was born on June 11, 1914.
Funeral services will be held on Saturday, Nov. 28, 2009 at 1:30 p.m. at the Silver Lake Church. Interment will be in the Silver Lake Cemetery following the services.
December 2009
Lawrence “Bussie” Iverson
Lawrence “Bussie” Iverson, 95, long-time Silver Lake resident passed away at home Sunday, Nov. 22, 2009.
Bussie was born June 11, 1914 to Ivar Iverson and Alice Carstons in Madera Calif.
He grew up in the Fresno area and moved to Lake County in 1929 when he was 15. Bussie worked on various ranches and for the US Forest Service. On Sept. 9 1937, he married Marjorie Corum. They owned the Fort Rock store for a few years. After which he and Margie moved to Bend where Bussie worked for the Corps of Army Engineers at Camp Abbott. In 1943 they moved back to Silver Lake where they had cattle and logging trucks. In 1960 they bought the Corum family ranch where they have remained since. Bussie served on Midstate Electric Co-op Board for 33 years. He also served on the local school board, soil conservation district board, and election board. Bussie was an avid reader and loved to tell stories of the early days in Lake County. He was an excellent mechanic and could fix any vehicle or piece of equipment.
Bussie is preceded in death by his parents; daughter Beverly Ann Little; siblings Edmond Iverson, Elva Balzer, Ruth Cox, Harold Iverson, Marjorie Dart and Margaret Harlan.
Survivors include his wife of 72 years Marjorie Iverson; daughter and son-in-law Helen and Jim Schelhaas; grandchildren Gary and Patricia Little, Keith Little, Jeannette Wilson, Brian Little, Connie Pentecost, Rame and Russell Hruska, Neil Little, Mikel and Pablo Espinoza; great-grandchildren Samual Little, Jesse Little, Emily Little, Kala Little, Victoria Little, Colton Little, Triston Little and Tad Hruska.
A celebration of his life was held on Saturday, Nov. 28, 2009 at the Silver Lake Church followed by interment at the Silver Lake Cemetery.
Donations in Bussie’s memory can be made to Newberry Hospice La Pine.
Hazel Marguerite Milligan
Hazel Marguerite Milligan, 93, of Fort Rock passed away on Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2009.
She was born on March 20, 1916.
At her request no services will be held.
Contributions in her memory can be made to a charity of the donor’s choice.
Theresa Marie “Terri” Christopherson
Theresa Marie “Terri” Christopherson, 53, passed away on Friday, Dec. 4, 2009 at Windsor Care Center in Redding, Calif.
She was born on July 19, 1956 in Eureka, Calif. to John and Elouise Flynn.
Theresa grew up in Bayside, Calif., attended Arcata Union High School and College of the Redwoods. She was so generous and caring to all she knew and had a wonderful zest for life. Although she touched everyone she knew with love and her great sense of humor, family was always the most important part of her life. She was an exceptional woman and will be missed by everyone that knew her.
She was preceded in death by her father John Flynn.
Theresa is survived by her loving husband Kenneth of 30 years; mother Elouise Flynn; son Casey of Anderson, Calif. ; daughter and son-in-law Tara May and Patrick of Kuna, Idaho; daughters Carrie of Anderson, Calif., Kiley of Boise, Idaho; grandchildren Alayna and Aiden of Kuna; brothers John Flynn of Foley, Ala., Tim Flynn of Las Vegas, Nev. ; sisters Kathleen Barron of Portland and Colleen Sheldon of Pahrump, Nev.; numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.
Theresa requested no services be held and family will spread remains at sea at a later date.
Anyone wishing to make contributions may do so to Mercy Hospice in Redding.
Joann Telitha Perella
Joann Telitha Perella, 63, died at her Lakeview home from natural causes on Monday, Nov. 23, 2009.
Joann was born to Glenn and Joyce (Larison) McKinney in Los Angeles, Calif. on July 24, 1946. She grew up in the Los Angeles area where she completed her registered nurses training.
She lived in Grants Pass and worked as a cook in restaurants before coming to Lakeview in 1978. She was a cook on the Barry Taylor ranch and also did field work for other local ranches.
Joann was a true cat lover, although all animals were special to her. She thoroughly enjoyed gardening and canning the fruits of her labors.
She is survived by son Alexander “Bill” Merrick of Lakeview; grandson Ronald Merrick of Lakeview.
At Joann’s request no services will be held. Desert Rose Funeral Chapel is in charge of the arrangements.
Contributions in Joann’s memory may be made to a charity of the donor’s choice.
December 2009
Russell Marion Betts
Russell Marion Betts, 73, a resident of Pendleton died on Sunday, Dec. 6, 2009 at St. Anthony Hospital.
Russell was born in Moscow, Idaho on Feb.,10, 1936 to Russell A. and Mildred (Fairley) Betts. He attended high school in Wallace, Idaho. He served his country in the U.S. Army Infantry Division in Korea. He attended Officer’s Training and was commissioned. He served in the Reserves until 1969, where he was captain and commander of a Reserve Group, in Klamath Falls.
While attending the Forestry School in Missoula, Mont., Russ was the Ski Patrol Leader for the three ski areas located in the Missoula area. He competed with the University Ski team, racing both downhill and cross-country. Russell received his Bachelor’s of Science Degree in Forestry.
His interest in mountain climbing adventures increased during 1962 when he was lifted by helicopter to the backwoods of Sequoia National Park, (NPS) to serve as the Remote Seasonal Park Ranger, climbing peaks and walking through miles of remote areas for four to five months.
Russ received a commendation signed by President Johnson for his heroic efforts of climbing one of the highest peaks in the black of the night, to use his “walkie-talkie” device to hit the repeaters, allowing him to secure helicopter services to remove a severely injured hiker. It was only through much difficulty that he was able to convince the NPS that the injured hiker would not survive if he didn’t receive immediate rescue. Russ returned to the injured hiker, climbing down the peak, still in the black of the night. He was unaware of the helicopter actually being dispatched until he heard the rotors in the early morning dawn. It was only through his heroic efforts, did this “unknown” hiker survive.
Russ has had many assignments during his career with the Federal Government, including the Northern Forest Fire Laboratory in Missoula. In 1963 he accepted his first full-time employment with the Bureau of Land Management in Carson City, Nev. transferring in a few months to Rocky Mountain National Park, Estes Park, Colo. Russ planned and led the “longest length of descent and steepest incline including an overhang” evacuation training session for potentially injured climbers on the face of Longs Peak. Russ was invited to climb Mt. McKinley in Alaska by a group of “outstanding” climbers, but declined the invite due to work commitments.
Other Federal assignments included the Lava Beds National Monument in Tulelake, Calif.; Winema National Forest, both in Klamath Falls and Chiloquin; Deschutes National Forest in Bend, where he was in charge of the Bachelor Ski Area and all backcountry rescue; Fremont National Forest, Lakeview; and two separate assignments on the Umatilla National Forest in Pendleton, where he retired in April of 1994, and has continued to live.
Russ had remained active in his retirement kayaking the Colorado River of the Grand Canyon with a group of floaters; fishing, bird watching, fly-tying, gardening, and primarily keeping busy assisting friends, family and his church. He was a volunteer for the Gideons, a member of the Pendleton Bird Club, the Blue Mountain Flycasters, and an avid fisherman. He also took care of the lawn, general repairs, and painting at the church. He loved serving the Lord and his family and friends. Over his lifetime he had climbed Mt. Rainier, all three of the Three Sisters Mountains, Mt. Jefferson and Mt. Whitney.
Russ is survived by his wife Connie Betts in Pendleton; son Derek Russell Betts of Reno, Nev.; daughter Shannon Nicole (Betts) Tracy of Woodland, Wash.; sister and brother-in-law Camille and Bryon Oliver of Missoula.; grandchildren Rachel, Tanner, Mackenzie and Connor; Russ was also married to Joan (Hedlund) Gregory, mother to his two children.
A memorial service was held on Saturday, Dec. 12, 2009 at the Free Methodist Church in Pendleton. Contributions in memory of Russell Betts may be made to the Blue Mountain Wildlife Refuge or to the Malheur Field Station, and may be sent in care of Burns Mortuary of Pendleton, P.O. Box 489, Pendleton 97801.
Ret. Col. Charles Bogner
Ret. Col. Charles Bogner left us peacefully Monday, Dec. 7, 2009 after 93 trips around the sun.
He was born on Nov. 25,1916 to August and Nell Bogner in Cedarville, Calif., and was raised by Jim and Josie Wakefield on their ranches in Lakeview. In high school he worked as a clerk for Bert Snyder, the local drug store owner, who generously sent him to OSU where he majored in Fish and Game Management. World War II interrupted, and he was called up to active duty.
He entered the U.S. Army, Artillery Division as a 2nd Lt. in 1939. A few years later, he met Jean Spencer of Tacoma, Wash., who became his bride on July 17, 1942. Charles proudly served his country in campaigns in Africa, Italy, France and central Europe. After the war he continued to make the military his career until 1964, when he retired with his family to southern California. He pursued a second career with Teledyne Ryan Aeronautics at Lindbergh Field for nearly 17 years. In addition, with his wife, he became a farmer, managing both avocado and citrus groves in the San Diego area.
Charles and Jean were married 62 years at the time she passed away in 2005, and he knew he had to find new ways to live and fill the time alone. He began watercolor classes with a wonderful group in the RB art community. He belonged to the Audubon Society and was interested in donating to animal-related charities. Always comfortable in the outdoors, Charles continued to walk daily for exercise, averaging several miles a day for most of his life. In celebration of his 93rd birthday, he traveled with family on a short cruise to Cabo San Lucas, where he was the toast of the ship. His children, consider him a true inspiration who taught them lifelong lessons.
He is survived by son and daughter-in-law Charles and Maryann Bobner; daughter Karen Delangelo (Don Brown); grandsons Spencer Charles Bogner and Bradley John Bogner; many extended family members who loved and spent time with him in his Poway neighborhood: Helen and Kalani Jones, Kathy and Mark Wooster, and all their children; Judy Manwell, Beth Hinkle and many more; as well as his faithful cat Thomps.
Services were held on Thursday, Dec. 10, 2009 at Alhiser-Comer Mortuary in Escondido, Calif. Burial was at Dearborn Memorial Park in Powdy Calif.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to one of his favorite charities: Miranda’s Animal Rescue, 1603 Sandy Prairie Road, Fortuna, Calif. 95540.
Ethel Lee Parker
Ethel Lee Parker, 100, died at the Lake District Long Term Care Facility Friday, Dec. 4, 2009.
Ethel was born March 11, 1909 in Muse, Okla. to John Allen and Sarah Ann (Easter) Barrett. She was raised and educated in Oklahoma.
She went to Madras to visit a friend where she met Clarence Parker. Ethel and Clarence were married in 1936.
The couple moved to the family ranch in Chadron, Neb. following their marriage. They also lived in Wyoming and Idaho prior to moving to Lakeview in 1952.
Ethel enjoyed fishing and hunting with her husband. She also enjoyed family get-togethers and dinners during the holidays.
She is survived by her sister Beulah Dooley of Aloha; many nieces and nephews.
A celebration of Ethel’s life was held at the Ousley Osterman Huffstutter Funeral Chapel on Saturday, Dec. 12, 2009. The interment followed at the family plot at the Sunset Park Cemetery.
Casket Bearers were Floyd Hoyez, Terry McLain, Larry McLain, Charles Hamilton, Rupert Rez and Jerry Bob Hale.
Contributions in memory of Ethel may be made to the Senior Citizens Center at 11 N. G St. Lakeview 97630 or to a charity of the donor’s choice.
Ousley Osterman Huffstutter Funeral Chapel had charge of the arrangements.
Robert Duggan Jr.
Robert Duggan Jr., 84, died at Hermitage Health Care Center in Elizabethton, Tenn. Friday, Nov. 27, 2009.
Robert was born Dec. 2, 1924 in Franklin, N.C. to J.R. and Minta Jane Ledford Duggan.
He was a native of Franklin, N.C. and has been a resident of Unicoi County for most of his life. Junior Duggan as everyone knew him in Lakeview retired as a timber faller. He loved hunting and fishing.
He was a World War II U.S. Navy veteran, a member of Coffee Ridge Baptist Church and the VFW Post #5809 of Erwin, Tenn.
He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers Freeman, Grady, Johnny and Charlie Duggan; sisters Ola Tilson, Christina Willis, Bessie Banks and Ollie McIntosh.
Junior is survived by son and daughter-in-law Mickey and Kathie Duggan of Lakeview; daughters and sons-in-law Judy and Jim Cyr of Lakeview and Sheila and Benny Hagy of Jonesborough, Tenn.; sisters Dorothy Hoyle and Nina Duggan of Johnson City, Tenn. Several grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews.
Funeral services were held Monday, Nov. 30, 2009 at the Unicoi Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Clate W. Briggs Jr. officiating. Special music was provided by Rev. Briggs and Inez Chandler. Graveside committal was held Tuesday, Dec. 1, 2009 in Evergreen Cemetery with full military honors.
Pallbearers were Davy Garland, Lynn Burchfield, Eugene Harris, Dennis Foster, Jerry Harris and Ray Chandler.
Contributions in memory of Robert may be made to Hermitage Health Care Center, 1633 Hillview Dr., Elizabethton, Tenn. 37643.
Elizabeth D. “Betty” Hahn
Elizabeth D. “Betty” Hahn, 86, died in Milwaukie, on Thursday, Dec. 17, 2009 from natural causes.
Betty was born to George and Elizabeth (Forrest) Dalgetty on Oct. 26, 1923 in Simpson, Col. She grew up in Colorado and met Arthur “Bud” Hahn while he was serving in the Army Air Corps in Denver and on Oct. 13, 1944 they were married in Denver.
She and Bud moved to Vale in 1948 where they operated a dairy until 1967 when they came to Lakeview. Betty worked for a short time at the Lake County Hospital and retired after many years of service as a custodian with Lake County School Dist. #7. She moved to Milwaukie in 2002 to live with her daughter and son-in-law, Marie and Bruce Gilinsky.
Betty enjoyed wintering in Blythe, Calif. with Bud, fishing, cooking, various crafts, working puzzles and her many friends. She was a member of St. Patrick Catholic Church.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Bud in 1996; one brother and one sister.
She is survived by daughter and son-in-law, Marie and Bruce Gilinsky of Milwaukie; sons and daughters-in-law, Jim and Mary Hahn of Ojai, Calif. and Chuck and Connie Hahn of Lakeview; brother and sister-in-law, Jim and Frances Dalgetty of Nampa, Idaho; sister, Elsie Jarvis of Elsinore, Mo.; brother-in-law, Raymond Timberman of Denver; grandchildren and spouses, Carter and Julie Gilinsky of Reno, Chris and Lori Gilinsky of Portland, Darcee and Kyle Thomason of Portland, Mike and Lisa Hahn of LaGrande, Nick and Sue Hahn of Eugene, Buddy and Theresa Hahn of Los Angeles, Beth and Garreth Kazer of Ojai, and Eric Hahn of Lakeview and eight great grandchildren.
Services will be in St. Patrick Catholic Church on Tuesday, Dec. 22, 2009 beginning with the Holy Rosary at 10 a.m. followed by the Mass Of Christian Burial at 11 a.m. with the committal in the Sunset Park Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Autism Society of America, 4340 East West Hwy Suite 350, Bethesda, Md. 20814-3067 or to a charity of the donor’s choice.
Desert Rose Funeral Chapel is in charge of the services.
Helen D. Buck
Helen D. Buck, 94, died Saturday Dec. 26, 2009 at her daughter’s home in Klamath Falls.
She was born Oct. 21, 1915 to Victor and Geneva (Cochran) Brown in Lakeview.
She was raised and educated at Westside and attended the Union School.
She was married to Richard A. Buck May 1, 1932 in Lakeview. Mr. Buck preceded her in death Jan. 5, 1976. She was married to Charlers L. (Bud) Buck Nov. 19, 1977 and he preceded her in death Sept. 5, 2008.
She had moved to Klamath Falls from Lake County in l975. She enjoyed ranch work and her crafts. She was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Klamath Falls.
She was also preceded in death by granddaughter Sabra Lee Buck.
Survivors include son and daughter-in-law Dick and Cathy Buck of Vida; daughter and son-in-law Arla and Dick Newman of Klamath Falls; grandchildren Salena Young, Bryan Young, Kenley and Debbie Newman, Trina and Cliff Webber, Laurie and Tim Herchenroether, Cristi and Jim Sawtell and Christopher and Elizabeth Justenna; 10 great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild.
Holy Rosary Services were held at St. Patrick Catholic Church on Tuesday, Dec. 29, 2009. The Mass of Christian Burial was offered on Wednesday, Dec. 30, 2009 the Church. The burial followed at the family plot at the Westside Cemetery.
Contributions in memory of Mrs. Buck may be made to the Westside Cemetery c/o Carla Albertson, 15188 Westside Rd. Lakeview 97630 or to Klamath Hospice 4745 S. 6th St. Klamath Falls 97603.
Casket Bearers: Jim Sawtell, Cristi Sawtell, Kenley Newman, Jesse Newman, Mike Garrett and Jon Buck. Honorary Casket Bearers: Dick Newman, Bob Pardue, Bud Garrett, Leo Albertson, Bert Rogers, Brian Young and Bill Warner.
Ousley Osterman Huffstutter Funeral Chapel has charge of the arrangements.
Shirley Hermena Thompson
Shirley Hermena Thompson, 89, passed away on Monday, Dec. 21, 2009 at the Lake District Hospital.
Shirley was born Oct. 10, 1920 in Cedarville, Calif. to Jacob and Mae Belle Rechsteiner.
She grew up and graduated high school in Cedarville. On Aug. 13, 1938 she married George Wade Thompson. Shirley and Wade lived in New Pine Creek, where they raised their four children. They celebrated their 50th Anniversary in 1988. Shirley loved fishing, rock hounding, traveling and most of all spending time with her family. She was fortunate to have her children living close by and be able to stay in her own home until the day of her death.
Shirley was preceded in death by her husband Wade on June 21, 1991; sister Barbara (Bobbie) Heins of Oceanside, Calif. in 1993.
She is survived by sons and daughters-in-law Kenneth and Carolyn Thompson of New Pine Creek, Marvin and Nancy Thompson of New Pine Creek and David and Debbie Thompson of New Pine Creek; daughter and son-in-law Gloria and Jay Counts of Valley Falls; grandchildren John Thompson and Deanna Murphy of Lakeview, Jerrod Thompson of Klamath Falls, Marva Nolan of Mount Vernon, Doug and Mike Thompson of Omak, Wash., Mickayla Thompson of New Pine Creek, Jayna Ferrell and Dusty Counts of Valley Falls; eight great-grandchildren.
At Shirley’s request, no public service will be held.
Contributions to her memory may be made to Ronald McDonald House, 2620 N. Commercial Ave., Portland 97227, New Pine Creek Fire Dept. P.O. Box 117, New Pine Creek 97635 or to a charity of the donor’s choice.
Desert Rose Funeral Chapel is in charge of the arrangements.
Rayce Wyatt Ringulet
Rayce Wyatt Ringulet was born Monday, Dec. 21, 2009 at the Lake District Hospital to Nolan Ringulet and Samantha Frischman.
Rayce was born and passed on to his heavenly Father that same day.
Baby Rayce was loved very much by all of his family and will remain in their hearts forever. The parents feel the baby’s presence and they know that he is watching from above.
There has been a real connection established between parents and family even though Rayce was with them for only a brief time.
Rayce Wyatt Ringulet is survived by his mother Samantha Frischman-Pool; father Nolan Ringulet; grandparents Summer Pool and Joseph McIntosh and grandparents Jeff and Trenna Ringulet; great-grandmother Meryjo Hall; brother Coby Griffiths; uncles Dylin Frischman-Pool, Stave Sasselli, Kenny Caney and Jeremy Ringulet; aunts Savana Frischman-Pool and Bobbijo Duran; cousins Noah Ringulet, Nick Caney, Sienna Sasselli, Mason Sasselli, Sierra Sasselli; friends JD Prestwood, Romi and Junior as well as many great friends, members of the community and extended family.
Services will be announced for Rayce at a later time.
Ousley Osterman Huffstutter Funeral Chapel has charge of the arrangements.
William David (Dave) Christensen
William David (Dave) Christensen, 69, died with his family at his side on Saturday, Dec. 26, 2009 at his Lakeview home.
Dave was born March 15, 1940 in Portland to William and Eva (Edwards) Christensen.
He was raised and educated in Portland and graduated from Parkrose High School.
He came to Lakeview in l965 from Burns. He married Marilyn Cartwright July 7, 1967 in Lakeview.
Dave enjoyed fishing, hunting and woodworking. He was a member of the Lutheran Church and was a former member of the Lakeview Town Council.
He owned and operated Christensen Sanitation Service from 1965 until the sale of the business in 2001. He was instrumental in bringing modern garbage service to Lakeview.
He was preceded in death by his parents and son Jack Cartwright.
Survivors include his wife Marilyn of Lakeview; son and daughter-in-law Jeff and Paula Christensen of Lakeview; daughters and sons-in-law Lisa and Tim Howard of Dairy, Teryel and Tom Rathbone of Lincoln City, Devonne and Greg Oldfield of Bend, Pam and Larry Reeder of Lakeview; daughter Dawn Cartwright of Arlington, Texas; brother and sister-in-law Robert and Carolyn Christensen of Burns; sister and brother-in-law Phyllis and Roger Samel of Portland; 17 grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; one nephew and five nieces.
Celebration of Life Services will be held at the First Baptist Church on Thursday, Dec. 31, 2009 at 11 a.m.. A potluck luncheon will be served in the church hall following the services. The interment will be private.
Contributions in memory of Mr. Christensen may be made to the Multiple Sclerosis Foundation, 104 SW Clay St.,Portland, 97201 or to a charity of the donor’s choice.
Honorary Casket Bearers: Heath Howard, Sean Howard, Jared McDougal, Stephen McDougal, Brad Vozza, Justin Oldfield, Drew Oldfield , Scott Stoffel Brandon O’Callaghan and Reed Christensen.
Ousley Osterman Huffstutter Funeral Chapel has charge of the arrangements.
Patrick “Len” Murphy
Patrick “Len” Murphy, 57, of Paisley, died on Monday, Dec. 28, 2009 at Partners in Care Hospice Center in Bend.
Len was born Dec. 9, 1952 to Edward and Dorothy (Parnell) Murphy in Lakeview.
He was a life-long resident of Paisley, graduated from Paisley High School, served in the United States Army, and was attending Central Oregon Community College when he was diagnosed with Lupus. From a young age his love of fixing or building things, whether on the family ranch or in the community, was evident to all. Anytime anyone had a project (mechanical or building), he would jump in to help and loved every minute of it.
He will be missed by his surviving family; son and daughter-in-law Jason and Jennifer Potter, of Phoenix, Ariz.; daughter and son-in-law Kristie and Dee Woodruff of Jeffersonville, Ohio; parents Edward and Dorothy Murphy, of Paisley; brother and sister-in-law Martin and Jan Murphy of Paisley; sister and brother-in-law Noreen and Dan Shoun of Paisley; sister Theresa Vickerman of Paisley; grandson Brayden, of Phoenix, Ariz.; granddaughters Shareen, Lauryn and Kristyn of Jeffersonville, Ohio; nephews and spouses Steve and Gyleen Vickerman of Paisley, Bret and Nikki Vickerman of Alturas, Calif., Derek Shoun currently in Afghanistan with the US Army and Brady Murphy of Paisley; nieces and spouses Cindy and Mike Merkley of Fallon, Nev., Staci Rogers of Lakeview, Kelli and Duke Sanchez of Albany, Shanna and Cleve Anseth of Paisley, and Liana and Ronnie Sieben, of Klamath Falls; and numerous great-nephews and great-nieces.
A Funeral Mass was held at St. John’s Catholic Church in Paisley on Saturday, Jan. 2, 2010. Rosary was said before the Mass. Burial followed at the Paisley IOOF Cemetery.
In his memory, donations may be made to the Paisley Disaster Unit or a charity of the donor’s choice.
Ousley Osterman Huffstutter Funeral Chapel was in charge of arrangements.
Cloe M. Lee
Cloe M. Lee, 79, of Medford passed away on Thursday, Dec. 24, 2009 at home.
Cloe was born on Nov. 16, 1930 in Kanawa, Okla. To Archie and Alice Lee. He was raised in Lakeview.
He served in the U.S. Army between 1952-1954.
He was married on May 23, 1987 to Barbara in Reno, Nev.
He loved mushroom hunting, gardening, travel, gold dredging and spending time with family.
Cloe was preceded in death by his sons James and Joe; wife Joanne; two brothers; one sister.
He is survived by his wife Barbara Lee; daughter and son-in-law Judy and Glenn Allen along with Garrett and Kelly Smith, Jamie Hennesey, Mark and Deanne Smith, Stephanie Kilburn, Barbara and Steve Jackson; 15 grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews.
Visitation and memorial services were held on Tuesday, Jan. 5, 2010 at Siskiyou Memorial Park with brother Bill Lee officiating.
Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice or the American Cancer Society.