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William Alden Billings
BILLINGS, William Alden III —Age 63, of Dillard, Oregon, passed away
on Tuesday, April 5, 2005, at his home. He was born on December 16, 1941. From such unique and special beginnings, Bill’s life embraced an enormous collection of enrichments. His friendships are numerous and more often than not, relationships with Bill last from first meeting to now and forever. The early years of Bill’s life were spent in Seattle, Washington, with his adoptive family who adored him. His sister, Juanita, nearly 25 years his senior, loved him dearly, coddled him too much and mothered him more than he could tolerate at times. The love and parenting he always treasured came from Ella, the mother who adopted him and cared for him from infancy. During Bill’s formative years in Seattle, he grew so fast that he spent a summer in traction as his bone growth outpaced everything else. He finally reached six foot four inches and left it at that. The 60’s and early 70’s in Seattle were intense and life changing in many ways. He discovered his callings in both theatre and with acrylics on canvas. He also met and married Dianne, the love of his life and best friend always. In 1977 they found the home of their dreams…the dome on the hill surrounded by acres of beauty and other homes full of more forever friends. 1979 brought daughter, Jasmine into Bill and Dianne’s world. Her birth radiated pride and appreciation from Bill that was matched only by his elation on her wedding day last summer when he walked “Jas” down the aisle at the James Ranch. What a glow. Another constant element in Bill’s life was his work at the Spring Fair over the past 27 years. His involvement with neighbors and friends and family was a given. He thoroughly enjoyed the celebration atmosphere accompanying a gathering of friends. Bill’s sense of humor and glorious exaggeration (as documented in snapshots galore) are art forms in themselves. His paintings on canvas, design and decoration of the dome, banner making or the Spring Fair and attention to detail are remarkable. When Bill’s health was seriously challenged 3 years ago he fought back and won a much healthier and more energetic life. Since his recovery from the lung infection that hospitalized him then, Bill created new works of art daily. His home is truly his studio and gallery. The unexpected passing of Bill has so many of us mourning. To sum him up is not easy. He is more than three dimensional in fact, Bill Billings is: painter of pictures, planter of trees, opera buff, actor, stage manager, foe of oppression, son, husband, brother, uncle, son-in-law, father-in-law, father of the bride, best friend, protector of earth, summoner of snow, lover of sun, Mr. Clean, Father Bill Sir, yard man, lover of animals, toys, candy, and good people. Keeper of the gate, keeper of the faith, fabulous frog, faithful companion, nurturer, light of Dianne’s life, creator of the tantoo and patron of the arts. We miss you so. There will be a celebration of Bill’s life at the Dome on Saturday, April 9, 2005, at 3:00 p.m. Arrangements are under the direction of Taylor’s Family Chapel.
Ardie Wesson Scott
SCOTT, Ardie Wesson —Age 80, passed away peacefully on April 2, 2005. Ardie was born to James W. and Ella (Kirby) Scott on October 4, 1924, in Manila, Arkansas. Ardie was the youngest of four sons. As a teenager he moved to Warrenton, Oregon, with his parents. At the age of 22, he moved to Roseburg, Oregon, where he met and married the love of his life, Clara P. Walters. They raised four daughters, Stella Smith; Katy Carmicheal; Cheryl Mathews; and Karen Horne. Ardie worked in local lumber mills for many years and then moved to Portland, Oregon, in 1974. He and Clara lived in Portland working as apartment managers until 1988. They then retired and moved back to the Roseburg area. Ardie cherished all friendships and life itself. He is survived by his wife of 52 1/2 years, Clara; his four daughters; a son, Ardie S. Scott; 12 grandchildren; and 24 great-grandchildren. Ardie was preceded in death by his three brothers, James C. Scott; Raymond A. Scott; and Ernest O. Scott. A celebration of his life will be held on April 10, 2005, at 1:30 p.m. at the Lookingglass Grange, located near the Lookingglass Store. In lieu of flowers, please honor Ardie by making donations in his name to Mercy Hospice, 2700 Stewart Parkway, in Roseburg Oregon, 97470. All friends are invited to come and remember Ardie. Private cremation rites have been held. WILSON’S CHAPEL OF THE ROSES is in charge of arrangements.
Helen Emery
EMERY, Helen — Age 90, passed away on March 30, 2005. Helen was born on August 7, 1914, in Eugene, Oregon, to Charles and Nellie Quimby Emery. She attended Eugene area schools and graduated from high school there in 1929. She received a BA Degree in Latin from the University of Oregon in 1936. In college, she was a member of both Zeta Tau Alpha and Pi Lambda Theta. Later she became a life member of the University Alumni Association. Following college, she taught school for one year in Toledo and then moved to Washington, DC, during WWII to work for the Navy Department as a clerk. After the war she returned to Oregon to spend the majority of her career with the Veteran’s Administration in Roseburg, Oregon. While with the Veteran’s Administration, she received the Superior Performance Award for outstanding contributions. She retired in 1973 and moved to Walla Walla to be near family. Helen was descended from a proud American and Oregonian heritage. Her ancestors fought in the Revolutionary War at Valley Forge and in the War of 1812. Her great grandfather was Joseph Emery, an early faculty member of Oregon Agricultural College, now Oregon State University, and later first acting president. Another great-grandfather, W.J. Matthews, commanded the 1st Oregon Volunteer Calvary at Fort Walla Walla during the Civil War. Her grandfather, E. Eugene Cumby, was an early benefactor and businessman in Eugene and past city councilman. She was preceded in death by her parents, one infant brother and one sister, Gladys Foley. She is survived by nephews, Gene Foley of Portland, Oregon; Mike Foley of College Place, Washington; Stephen Foley of Forest Grove, Oregon. Family and friends are invited to meet at the graveside service at 1:30 p.m. on Saturday, April 9, 2005, at the Pioneer Cemetery in Eugene with Rev Richard Cook of the First Baptist Church officiating. HERRING GROSECLOSE FUNERAL HOME in Walla, Walla is in charge of arrangements.
Jean Harriet Ortis
ORTIS, Jean Harriet — Age 78, of Oakland, Oregon, passed away at her home on April 5, 2005. She was born in International Falls, Minnesota, on January 6, 1927, to Al and Dorothy Severson. Jean married Joe Ortis on February 4, 1947, in Reno, Nevada. She moved to Oakland over 50 years ago. Jean was a loving wife and mother and she enjoyed being a homemaker. Survivors include her daughters, Gayle Hurd of Junction City, Oregon; Terry Ortis of Tigard, Oregon; six grandchildren; ten great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; brothers, Ray Severson and Leon Severson. Jean was preceded in death by her husband, Joe Ortis who passed away in 2002 and son, Joe Ortis who passed away in 1967 while serving in the United States Army in Vietnam. Graveside services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, April 9, 2005, at the Cedar Hill Cemetery in Oakland. Chaplain Karen Iovin will be officiating. CHAPEL OF THE FIRS is in charge of arrangements.
REED, Carolyn J. — Age 72, of Riddle, Oregon, passed away on April 17, 2005. Arrangements pending. Mountain View Memorial Chapel (541)863-3748.
LINTON, Betty — Age 79, of Riddle, Oregon, passed away on April 17, 2005. Arrangements pending. Mountain View Memorial Chapel (541)863-3148.
GILLETTE, Lyle E. — Age 74, of Winston, Oregon, passed away on April 16, 2005. Arrangements pending. Taylor’s Family Chapel (541) 679-6983.
Marion ‘Jeane’ Cunningham
CUNNINGHAM, Marion “Jeane”—Age 84, passed away on April 15, 2005. She was born on May 31, 1920, in Outlook, Montana, to parents, Harry and Mabel (Lee) Johnson. Marion married Bruce Cunningham in Portland, Oregon, on November 23, 1939. Marion was a homemaker and a ranch wife. She enjoyed spending time with her family, sending cards (ministry) prayer warrior, giving and being on the farm. She is preceded in death by her husband, Bruce Cunningham on September 18, 1999. She is survived by her daughter, Patricia Jeane Hescock of Drain, Oregon; a son, Michael Bruce Cunningham of Drain; six grandchildren Terry, Ron, Deanne, Melissa, Barnaby and Autumn; and twelve great-grandchildren. Visitation will be held on Monday and Tuesday, April 18 and 19, 2005, from 4 p.m. until 7 p.m. at Smith-Lund-Mills Funeral Chapel. A celebration of her life will be held on Wednesday, April 20, 2005, at 11:30 a.m. at the Drain Church of Christ. Memorial contributions may be made to Church of Christ in Drain, Oregon, 97435.
Virginia M. Wallace
WALLACE, Virginia M.—Age 78, of Bremerton, Washington, passed away on February 7, 2005. She was born on May 8, 1926, in Baraboo, Wisconsin to parents, Edward and Marie (Kuball) Zantow. Virginia married Ernest Wallace in Madison, Wisconsin, on May 24, 1947. She was an Office Nurse for many years until retiring in 1988. She was a lifetime member of Soroptimist. She loved her cat, Katie, and also enjoyed birds, gardening and Schnauzers. She is preceded in death by her husband, Ernest in 1994 and by her brother, Leon Zantow. She is survived by a brother, Marvin Zantow and his wife, Charlene of Loves Park, Illinois.; two sisters, Dorothy Ennis and her husband, Brose of Baraboo; and Marian Stenholm and her husband, Clyd of Rockford, Illinois; and a sister-in-law, Jackie Zantow.
LINTON, Darrell D. — Age 75, of Sutherlin, Oregon, passed away on April 27, 2005. Arrangements pending. CHAPEL OF THE FIRS (541) 459-2281.
Doris L. (Chris) Holcomb
HOLCOMB, Doris (Chris) L. —Born on February 20, 1931, in Weleetka, Oklahoma, went to her reward on Saturday, April 23, 2005, where she exchanged "beauty for ashes, oil of joy for mourning and a garment of praise for a spirit of heaviness" (Isaiah 61:3). Chris retired to Coos Bay, Oregon, after a long and satisfying career as a registered nurse. She served much of that career on the staff of Mercy Medical Center in Roseburg, Oregon. Chris loved the Oregon coast, watercolor painting, traveling around the country, fellowship with her church and volunteering in the Southern Oregon Walk to Emmaus Christian Ministry. Chris will be greatly missed by her four sons, Steven of Virginia; Stan of Texas; David of Pennsylvania; and Mark of New York. She is also survived by her sister, Fran Meadows; brothers, Bobby and Don Gatlin; and numerous nieces, nephews and grandchildren. A memorial service is being planned for mid-May at the North Bend Church of the Nazarene. Her ashes will be placed at the Sunset Memorial Park Ossuary in Coos Bay. Memorial donations may be made in Chris Holcomb's memory to Mountain Trails Walk to Emmaus, 607 West Main St., Medford, Oregon 97501.
Miriam Elaine Wolcott
WOLCOTT, Miriam Elaine — Age 84, passed away on January 4, 2005. Leaving her earthly body to walk with her beloved Jesus. A mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She was born on March 15, 1920, in Spokane, Washington. In 1938, she married Melvin Shaw. They had two children a son, Doug Shaw of Hurricane, Utah, and a daughter, Gwen McCarthy of Salt Lake City, Utah. She also had an adopted daughter, Carolyn Bauch of Kennewick, Washington. Miriam lived in Hawaii for 20 years and enjoyed revisiting it when ever she could. In the past few years she lived and was an active resident of Pineview Mobile Home Estates in Sutherlin, Oregon. She was very active in the Sutherlin Senior Center where she served lunches and played cards with her very good friends. She was also active at the Skipp Park in Sutherlin, where she attended many musical jamborees. She was preceded in death by her long time friend, Tom Fulton who also enjoyed playing the guitar and attending many of the musical jamborees. Miriam had a passion for traveling all over the United States and Europe. She had several hobbies but her favorite was cooking and sharing her creations with friends and neighbors. She started the "Red Hat Society" in Sutherlin, and was the "Grand MUM" until she passed away. She was an active member of the Sutherlin Assembly of God Church, and was an avid reader of her bible and tried to follow it's teachings. She will be greatly missed by her family and many friends. A memorial will be held on June 25, 2005, at 2 p.m. in the Club House of the Pineview Mobile Home Estates to celebrate her life.
Robert J. Jensen
JENSEN, Robert J. — A memorial service will be held on May 1, 2005, for Robert J. Jensen of Eugene, Oregon, who passed away on April 25, 2005. He was 62. Jensen was born on May 27, 1942, in Jamaica, New York, to Carl and Laura Finn Jensen. He married his wife, Janis Jensen on March 13, 1974, in Roseburg, Oregon. He had served in the Navy and worked in law enforcement. He enjoyed recreational vehicle travel and woodworking. He belonged to the Elks and Odd Fellows lodges and the Veterans of Foreign Wars. Survivors include his wife, Janis; three sons, Douglas Carlson of Springfield, Oregon; Michael Carlson of Cottage Grove, Oregon; and Craig Carlson of St. Helens, Oregon; two daughters, Victoria Aune of Roseburg; and Elisa Jensen of California; ten grandchildren; and eight great- grandchildren. Sunday's services will be held at 3 p.m. in the Eugene Elks Lodge. Inurnment will be private. MUSGROVE FAMILY MORTUARY in Eugene is in charge of arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association.
Hayward Reed
REED, Hayward — Age 88, passed away peacefully on April 22, 2005, at his Salem, Oregon, home surrounded with love by family members. He was born to parents Hayward and Rose Romaine Mather Reed at the family Rose Orchard farm in Yolo County near Sacramento, California, on April 25, 1916. At age 9, he lost his mother following the birth of his youngest brother, Marvin. Severe cold weather wiped out the fruit crops in the spring of 1929, helping cause the eventual loss of all his father’s fruit orchards but those in Gridley and Vina, California. His family moved to the Vina area during his junior year of high school. After graduating from Los Molinos High School in 1934, he attended one year at California Agricultural College in Davis, California. After the death of his older brother, George in a tractor accident, Hayward returned home to help his father run the family fruit orchards near Vina and Gridley. He worked hard, thriving on the confidence shown by his father in his abilities. Following the early death of his father in 1938, he began his own orchard spraying business and grew peaches near Gridley. With his work and devotion he helped his sister, Rose and three younger brothers, Ogden, Caleb and Marvin, as much as possible during this time. In July 1942, he met the love of his life, Marjorie June Sayles, at the Feather River south of Oroville, California. With her family from Colorado, Marjorie was visiting an aunt and uncle in Oroville. He visited her in Colorado after the summer’s work and they were married in the Methodist parsonage in Colorado Springs on January 15, 1943. Hayward and his bride, Marjorie, first made their home in the Gridley, California, area where they grew fruit crops. While living there, sons, Hayward Douglas and George Robert and daughter, Kathleen June were born in Oroville, which had the nearest hospital. Hayward played an active role in successfully developing enthusiasm and financial support in both the agricultural and medical communities for building a hospital in Gridley, where his son, Richard Leonard was born in 1949. In 1951, the family moved to the Vina area north of Chico where daughter, Rose Romaine was born and they produced various field crops. Hayward also grew test plots of experimental hybrid corn. The cornfields, watermelon patches, irrigation ditches, open space and nearby "forest," Sacramento River, slough and creeks were sources of adventure, exploration and enjoyment for the Reed children. Hayward and Marjorie Reed and their five children moved to a ranch in the Flournoy Valley west of Roseburg, Oregon, in 1961 where the family produced hay and tried their hand at raising sheep and cattle while Marjorie taught school and served as a counselor at Winston Junior High School. Expressing his core values of love of family, integrity, education, learning and communication, Hayward actively supported his wife and children in all their endeavors. Hayward began a new career in 1965, in real estate, becoming a real estate broker in 1968. The owner of Hayward Reed Realty, Hayward was active in Douglas and Coos counties for many years and maintained his broker license until he was 80 years old. Hayward and Marjorie moved from Roseburg to Bandon in 1995. Since 1976, when they bought their first beachfront lots south of Bandon, Hayward and Marjorie and their children and grandchildren enjoyed many wonderful times at their south Bandon homes. In 1998, they moved to Salem to be near their daughter Kathleen Johnson and her family. Expressing his core value of love of family, integrity, education, learning and communication, Hayward actively supported his wife, children and grandchildren in all their endeavors. Hayward and Marjorie also demonstrated a strong egalitarian sense, encouraging their daughters as well as their sons to do their best and treating all people with respect. Survivors include his five children and numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Hayward was preceded in death by his beloved wife in 2000 and by his sister and five brothers. Memorial services will be celebrated at 3 p.m., on Saturday, April 30, 2005, at Morningside United Methodist Church, 3674 12 St. S.E., Salem and at 11 am on May 7 2005, in Bandon at their former home on Gould Avenue. Memorial contributions may be made to the charity of your choice or to Reed-Talcott Scholarship Fund, Los Molinos High School Alumni Association, P.O Box 1031, Los Molinos, California, 96055, or the Marjorie June Reed "Best Friend" scholarship fund, Oregon Community Foundation, 1221 SW Yamhill, Suite 100, Portland, Oregon, 97205 or the Morningside UMC Capital Fund (Youth Activity Center), P.O. Box 3076, Salem, Oregon, 97302.
Hayward Reed
REED, Hayward — A memorial service for the longtime owner of Hayward Reed Realty in Roseburg, Oregon, will be held on Saturday, April 30, 2005, at 3 p.m. at Morningside United Methodist Church, 3674 12th St SE, Salem, Oregon. His ashes will be scattered the following weekend near the old family home in Bandon, Oregon. Arrangements are by CITY VIEW FUNERAL HOME.
Hugh F. Miller
MILLER, Hugh F. — Age 85, passed away quietly at his home early April 23, 2005. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, May 14, 2005, at 1 p.m. at the Yoncalla Senior Center Community Building.
Elizabeth Ann (Rogers) Willing
WILLING, Elizabeth Ann — Was born in Cleveland, Ohio, on June 20, 1924, to Leon G. and Florence (Fritsch) Rogers. She passed away on April 28, 2005. She graduated from Case Western Reserve University. Betty married Donald W. Willing on July 19, 1947. After Navy service, they started his dental practice in Eugene, Oregon, in 1951 and continued it for 35 years. Betty was a loving homemaker, an active member of PEO and a “Life Master” in the American Contract Bridge League. Her husband, Donald and her brother, Wilfred Rogers preceded her in death. She is survived by her brother, Robert Rogers of Solon, Ohio; children, Helen and husband, Erik Anderson of Mercer Island, Washington; Barbara and Steven Eriksen of Redmond, Washington; Carol and Robert Fey of Roseburg; David and Ann Willing of Grants Pass, Oregon; Joyce Willing of Portland, Oregon; grandchildren, Vanessa; Jennifer; Hillary; Kate; Michael; Chris; Claire and Zane; great-granddaughters, Samatha and Katherine. Graveside services will be held at Willamette National Cemetery in Portland. Remembrances may be given to your favorite charity.
Robert Harold Ganzini
GANZINI, Robert Harold — passed away on May 14, 2005, at the age of 72 years after a brief battle with cancer. He was born on January 9, 1933, in Seattle, Washington. He graduated from Lincoln High School in Seattle in 1952, and entered Washington State University on a football scholarship. As a Navy Reservist, he was called to active duty in 1953. He served two years in the Navy, during which he married his high school sweetheart, Helen Kirkpatrick. They moved to Roseburg in 1961. He owned Drive-n-Save Bakery until 1977, then sold bakery supplies throughout Oregon until his retirement in 1995. He officiated high school and college football for many years. He is survived by his wife, Helen; their children, Linda; Lea Ann; and Jim; sons-in-law, Ron Heintz; Ron Rennick; grandchildren, Nicola; Michela; Alisa; Anthony; Dana; and Alexandra; sister, Betty Roff. A celebration of his life will be held at a later date. Remembrances may be made to Mercy Medical Center Hospice.
Darryl J. Einck
EINCK, Darryl J. — Age 64, of Drain, Oregon, departed for his journey to God on May 13, 2005. Darryl was born on July 28, 1940, in Decorah, Iowa, to parents, Frederick and Irene (Meland) Einck. He graduated high school and joined the U.S.M.C. in 1957 until 1963. Darryl married Norine Roberts and later divorced. Darryl married Maydean Pitts on May 17, 1986, in Oroville, California. He worked as a hardware clerk. He enjoyed doing woodwork, watching movies, camping, fishing, outdoors, traveling , church and spending time with family. Darryl received a Good Conduct Medal from the Marine Corps. He was also a member of the Church of Christ in Drain. He is preceded in death by his parents, Frederick and Irene; one son, Richard; brothers, Larry, Lloyd, and Richard; and sister, Julie. He is survived by his wife, Maydean Einck of Drain; son, Frederick Einck of Las Vegas, Nevada; daughter, Wendy Einck of Seminole, Florida; son, John Small of Oroville, California; brothers, Gene, Stanley, Gregory, and Gary; sisters, Joyce, Mindy, and Irene of California; two grandchildren and a great-grandchild. A visitation will be held on Tuesday, May 17, 2005, at 10 a.m. until 8 p.m. at Smith-Lund Mills Funeral Chapel. A memorial service will be held on Wednesday, May 18, 2005, at the Drain Church of Christ at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Church of Christ in Drain designated to the Kitale Children’s Home in Kenya. SMITH-LUND MILLS CHAPEL is assisting the family with arrangements.
Ruthella Vedder
VEDDER, Ruthella — Age 97, passed away on May 14, 2005, in Riddle, Oregon. Ruth was born on January 11, 1908, to Eugene L. and Mary E. Henninger of Crabbe Orchard, Nebraska, moving west to Oakland, Oregon, when she was only a year old. She was raised and schooled in the Oakland area, Ruth was introduced to the mercantile and grocery business at a young age, as her family operated a store in their hometown. In June of 1924, Ruth married her husband of fifty-one years, Frederick Isaac Vedder. Together they had one son, Frederick John Vedder, and settled in the Roseburg area. Having four brothers, as well as her parents in the grocery business, the couple was drawn to this line of work, and later opened their own markets in both Myrtle Creek and Riddle, Oregon. Successful in this venue, Ruth and Fred eventually partnered with their son and daughter-in-law in 1956 to open Vedder’s Supermarket in Riddle. Selling anything from televisions to groceries, the Vedders developed a sizeable clientele in Southern Douglas County. Retirement and the selling of the family store did not slow Ruth. She served as Auxiliary President and donated more than 22,000 hours of volunteer time at Douglas Community Hospital in Roseburg, as well as, being an avid bowler, traveler, and active member of the community. Ruth kept her energy and her independent spirit until the end of her life, caring for her family, managing her own household, and orchestrating family events. Her strength and determination, and love for life will be greatly missed by friends and family alike. Ruth's son, Fred J. Vedder preceded her in death by three days. Ruth is also preceded in death by her husband, Fred I. Vedder; four brothers, Lawrence E. Henninger; Clyde S. Henninger; Alvin G. Henninger; Kenneth J. Henninger; five sisters, Bertha M. Watson; Mary E. Short; Josephine Hunsaker; Frances M. Williams; Madalyn Henninger. She is survived by her grandson, Frederick Kenneth Vedder of Riddle; her granddaughter, Dianna Davies of Grants Pass, Oregon; five great-grandchildren, Angela Vedder; Nathan K. Davies; Frederick M. Vedder; Kendall Vedder; Jennifer Vedder; and numerous nieces and nephews. A prayer service for close friends and family will be held prior to interment at Roseburg Memorial Gardens. The date and time for this service have yet to be announced.
Velma Leona Weger
WEGER, Velma Leona — Was born in Eugene, Oregon, the daughter of Thomas Clayton and Olga S. (Swanson) Pope. Velma married Rex Harrison in 1934. He passed away in 1969. She married Earl Weger in 1979, in Mill City. He passed away in 1991. Velma is survived by children, Kenneth Harrison of Winston, Oregon; Jean Conner of Aumsville; and Wesley Harrison of San Diego, California; eight grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren, and two great great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be held at the Lebanon First United Methodist Church at 10 a.m., on Thursday, May 19, 2005. Contributions may be made to Rebekah Lodge, c/o FISHER FUNERAL HOME.
DARLING, Mark — Age 79, of Roseburg, Oregon, passed away on April 27, 2005. Arrangements pending. WILSON’S CHAPEL OF THE ROSES (541) 673-4455.
REYNOLDS, Dorothea — Age 83, of Roseburg, Oregon, passed away on April 27, 2005. Arrangements pending. WILSON’S CHAPEL OF THE ROSES (541) 673-4455.
WILLING, Elizabeth “Betty” — Age 80, of Roseburg, Oregon, passed away on April 28, 2005. Arrangements pending. Roseburg Funeral Alternatives (541) 672-5836.
Mark Carlile
CARLILE, Mark — A private family inurnment service for Mark Robert Carlile, age 37, of Roseburg, Oregon, will be held at Roseburg National Cemetery. He was born on April 26, 1967, in San Jose, California, the son of Robert and Mary (Sanders) Carlile. Mark passed away on April 7, 2005, in Coos Bay, Oregon. Mark lived in Eastside and attended Eastside Elementary School until he was in the 6th grade and then his family moved to Belgium. Later his family moved to Roseburg when Mark was in the 9th grade. He graduated from Roseburg High School in 1986, and enlisted in the U.S. Army. Mark was medically discharged in 1987. He is survived by his parents, Robert and Mary Carlile; sister, Jody Webb-Adams, all of Roseburg; grandmothers, Marilyn Sanders and Nola Smith both of Coos Bay; uncles and aunts, Charles and Dana Sanders; and Emery and Karilyn Phillips, all of Coos Bay; Jim and Susan Carlile of Portland; niece, Amanda Webb-Nunley; nephews, Justin Webb; Jordan Adams; and great-niece, Kaila Nunley, all of Roseburg. He was preceded in death by his grandfathers, Jack Sanders and Jim Smith. Arrangements are under the direction of COOS BAY CHAPEL (541) 267-3131.
Jim Clendenin
CLENDENIN, Jim — Passed away quietly at his home in Pinson, Alabama, on Sunday April 24, 2005. He lived in Myrtle Creek, Oregon, for the past thirteen years until moving to Alabama last June. Of all the places Jim lived, he loved Oregon the most, especially the coast. He will be fondly remembered by his family and friends as someone who loved to laugh. He enjoyed life. He leaves behind children, step-children and grandchildren too numerous to mention here, who will miss him greatly. Interment will be in Indiana, where he was born on July 18, 1946. We believe his spirit will always be here in Oregon, the place he called, as so many others do, God’s country. We’ll miss you Jim.
Ada Rose Knox
KNOX, Ada Rose — Age 91, of Sweet Home, Oregon, passed away on Monday, April 25, 2005. Ada was born on December 25, 1913, in Canon City, Colorado, to Arthur and Mary Alice (Demicelli) James. Ada was united in marriage to Vincent Knox on December 25, 1934, in Canon City. He preceded her in death. She is survived by her children, George Knox of Myrtle Creek, Oregon; Sharon Boundy of Bainbridge Island, Washington; Linda Purdue of Lebanon, Oregon; brother, Orvel James of Bremerton, Washington; sister, Margaret McKenna of Bremerton; 11 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her husband; brother, Bill James; and sister, Thelma Walker. Graveside service will be held at 2 p.m. on Friday, April 29, 2005, at Roseburg Memorial Gardens in Roseburg. WORKMAN AND STECKLY FUNERAL CHAPEL is handling the arrangements.
Dwayne Linton
LINTON, Dwayne — Age 75, of Sutherlin, Oregon, passed away peacefully on April 27, 2005, in Roseburg, Oregon. He was born Darrell Dwayne Linton on September 16, 1929, in Pope Township, Illinois, to Darrell and Wilma (Chriss) Linton. Dwayne moved to Sutherlin from Illinois two months after graduating from Sandoval High School. He believed in serving the community that he lived in. Dwayne was a member of the Sutherlin JC's for many years and served as Timber Days Chairman for several years, he also served on the Sutherlin City Council. He was a volunteer fireman for the city of Sutherlin and was voted Sutherlin's Outstanding Citizen. Dwayne was a member of the Oakland Church of Christ. Dwayne liked to fish and hunt and he greatly enjoyed the time spent with his grandchildren. Survivors include his son, Ken Linton and his wife, Jeannie of Sutherlin; grandchildren, Travis Linton; Lyle Linton and his wife, Michelle of Corvallis, Oregon; son, Jim Linton and his fiancée, DeDe Paul of Roseburg; sister, Wanda Lou Samel and her husband, Gordon of Sutherlin; brothers, Ron Linton and his wife, Tommie of Oakland, Oregon; and Lyle Linton and his fiancée, Sue Johnson of Creswell, Oregon; numerous nieces and nephews, step-children, and step-grandchildren; and very special friend, Pastor Richard Carter. Thank you to friends, Dave Scheele; Betty and Gene Luzier; Marie Clark; and Ken and Cindy Miller. Memorial services will be held at 11 a.m., on Saturday, April 30, 2005, at the Sutherlin Neighborhood Church of Christ with Pastor Richard Carter officiating. For those who wish, in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society. CHAPEL OF THE FIRS is in charge of arrangements.
Donald M. Nicholson
NICHOLSON, Donald M.—Age 82, of Canyonville, Oregon, passed away on Friday, April 22, 2005, at his home. Don was born on June 29, 1922, in Whitehaven, Pennsylvania. On July 3, 1943, in Los Angeles, California, he married his wife, Wilma, who preceded him in death October 18, 2003. Don had lived in the Canyonville area for the past 65 years. During WWII he was in the U.S. Navy, serving in the South Pacific. After the war, Don returned to Canyonville and worked for many logging companies. From 1954, until his retirement in 1983, he worked for Hanna Nickel. The last two years of his employment he was a maintenance supervisor for Hanna Nickel in Bogota, Columbia, South America. Don was an avid hunter, fisherman, and was an ultimate craftsman with wood and metal. He was instrumental in the organization of the South Umpqua Rural Fire Department, a member of the Masonic Lodge in Myrtle Creek and also a member of the Canyonville United Methodist Church. Survivors include three sons, Steve and wife, Donna May of Brookings, Oregon; Mike and fiancée, Nancy of Myrtle Creek, Oregon; Bill and special friend, Michelle of Canyonville, Oregon; one daughter, Patty and husband, Tim Kelley of Myrtle Creek; one brother, Blake and wife, Penny Hardy of Arizona; six grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. One grandson, Scott also preceded him in death. Graveside services will be held on Saturday, April 30, 2005, at 1 p.m. in the Canyonville Masonic Cemetery. Pastor Randy Ives of the Hillside Christian Church of Canyonville will officiate. At the families request, in lieu of flowers, contributions in Don's memory may be made to Douglas County Special Olympics. LONG AND SHUKLE MEMORIAL CHAPEL is in charge of arrangements.
CAMPBELL, Rev. Roy H. — Age 82, of of Newberg, Oregon, formerly of Roseburg, Oregon, passed away on May 21, 2005. Arrangements pending. TAYLOR’S FAMILY CHAPEL (541) 679-6983.
Margaret G. (Cotter) Brown
BROWN, Margaret G. (Cotter) — Age 83, of Montesano, Washington, passed away on May 11, 2005. She was born on August 25, 1921, in Nespelam, Washington, to parents Ruby (Allen) and John Cotter. She was married to J. Shelley Brown in Burns, Oregon, in 1942. Margaret and Shelley lived in the Riddle, Oregon,and Roseburg area from 1953, until Shelley Brown's death in 1995. Margaret was a housewife for many years. She was preceded in death by husband, J. Shelley Brown in 1995. She is survived by her son, Mike and daughter-in-law, Irene Brown of Montesano; daughter, Shelley and son-in-law, Gary Paetz of Vancouver, Washington; eight grandchildren; and eleven great-grandchildren. Cremation rites have been held. graveside services will be held at a later date. Her final resting place will be Burns, Oregon.
