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Junior Carter ‘J.C.’ Hibbs
HIBBS, Junior Carter ‘J.C.’ — Age 75, of Eugene, Oregon, passed away
on August 25, 2005. He was born on January 14, 1930, in Watsonville, California, to parents Frank and Annabelle (Carter) Hibbs. He graduated from Jacksonville High School in 1949. J.C. joined the Army Corps of Engineers and was in the Korean war. In Pusan, Korea, he built roads and crushed rock. J.C. married Dorothy Winningham, they later divorced. On July 3, 1977, in Las Vegas, Nevada, he married Shirley Mahany. J.C. lived in Ashland, Rusch, Roseburg, and Eugene, Oregon, and Santa Cruz, California. Over the years, J.C. drove school bus, was a dairy farmer and cattle buyer. He also built roads, eventually becoming President/CEO of Teeco Corp., J.C. was the inventor of Transloader Truck, acquiring 22 patents. He retired as manger of Special Projects at Granite Rock. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, water skiing, camping and traveling. J.C. belonged to the VFW, Elks, and Ducks Unlimited. He received the Granite Rock Award for Invention of the Transloader Truck, and the Charter Schools Award for work with dyslexic children. J.C. is survived by his wife, Shirley Mahany Hibbs; daughter, Carla Moeller of Keizer, Oregon; step-daughter, Wendi Aguiar of Clayton, California; step-son, Kevin Thomas of Eugene, Oregon; and four grandchildren. J.C. was preceded in death by his son, Charles Lynn Hibbs on May 3, 1953; daughter, Joan Marie Hibbs on July 23, 1954; son, James Frank Hibbs on December 15, 1959; and son, Robert Mark Hibbs on August 23, 1987; brother, Charles Hibbs; brother, Dale Hibbs; and sister, Dorothy Jahn. J.C. loved to spend time with his family. He also had a deep appreciation for animals. He will be greatly missed. A graveside service will be held on September 3, 2005, at 2 p.m., at Dunn-Hill Cemetery in Ashland, Oregon. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice c/o Peace Health of Sacred Heart, 1121 Fairfield Avenue, Eugene, OR 97402, 541-461-7550. Litwiller-Simonson Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Jeffrey Scott Jones
JONES, Jeffrey Scott — Known by his many friends as "Jonesy", was born on June 3, 1957. For 48 years he was a hero to all of us. Jeff never gave up and kept doing things his own special way despite suffering great struggles and pain. He was freed from that pain and went to be with God on August 25, 2005. Jeff was a man that gave to many when he had little to give, never complained about his lot in life and kept his wonderful, crazy sense of humor no matter what. Jeff loved to fish and hunt and was a mountain man to the bone. We loved him very much and he is going to be sorely missed by all his family and friends. Jeff was son to Ken and Rhoda Jones; brother to Mark Jones, Becky Lane, Erlah Burdic, Jeni Lander, and Mike Jones. He was preceded in death by his brother, Jimmy Jones. He also leaves behind many aunts and uncles, cousins, nephews and nieces. Jeff was never one to stand on ceremony and per his request, no funeral service will be held. Instead we will hold a celebration of his life with family and friends at Stanton Park in Canyonville, Oregon, at noon on September 10, 2005. Everyone who wishes to attend please come and bring your favorite dish as we share memories and a meal in his honor.
Kate Therese Stone
STONE, Kate Therese — Was born on November 7, 1983, in Roseburg, Oregon. Beloved daughter of James and Theresa, sister extraordinaire to Allison and Taylor. Kate passed away in Los Angeles, California, in the early morning hours of August 24, 2005, from injuries sustained in an automobile accident the night before. She will be remembered by those who knew her for her wonderful personality, her beautiful smile, her gift of friendship, her sense of loyalty, her enormous heart, her tremendous sense of adventure and her strong love of family. Kate lived her entire life in Roseburg. She attended Fir Grove Elementary, Fremont Middle School and graduated from Roseburg High School in 2002. Kate was very active in sports, participating in soccer, track and field, basketball and her favorite sport volleyball. She especially enjoyed her time playing volleyball in high school. Kate attended the University of Oregon for two years before transferring to Oregon State University, pursuing a degree in Food and Nutrition Management. She would have been a senior at OSU this fall with plans to graduate next spring. Kate is survived by her parents, James and Theresa; sister, Allison; and brother, Taylor. She is also survived by her maternal grandfather, John F. Rice; aunt, Kathleen Pashman and her husband, Robert, and their children, Daniel, Max and Brooke; aunt, Mary Rice; uncle, John Rice Jr. and his wife, Madeline; uncle, Jeffrey Stone and his wife, Leslie, and their children, Kristi and Jessica; and cousin, Madison Stone. Kate is also survived by her many close friends, all of whom she loved dearly and who loved her in return. She was preceded in death by her paternal grandparents, Garrett M. and Helen J. Stone; uncle, Gary Stone and maternal grandmother, Carol Ney Rice. Her memorial service will be held on Wednesday, August 31, 2005, at 11a.m., at the Melrose Vineyards. Casual attire is acceptable as that's what Kate would have wanted. Private entombment will be within the grounds of Roseburg Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Kate's memory may be made to the Kate Stone Memorial Fund at Bank of America and will be distributed to the leadership and volleyball program at Roseburg High School. Kate will always be part of our lives. She will live forever in our hearts. Wilson's Chapel of the Roses is in charge of arrangements.
Pauline E. Hansen
HANSEN, Pauline E., — Age 84, of Winston, Oregon, passed away on Thursday, August 25, 2005, at her home. She was born on September 29, 1920, in Rose Farm, Ohio, the daughter of Smith and Jane (Goldsmith) Elder. She was a baby when her family moved to Washington, settling in the Centralia-Chehalis area, where she was raised and educated. In 1936, Pauline was united in marriage to Earvin Hansen in Washington. They moved to Roseburg, Oregon, in 1951, and later settled in Winston, which has been home since. Mrs. Hansen was a homemaker for her family while her husband worked in the timber industry. She is survived by her son, Harold Hansen of Winston; daughter, Anita Hendricks and her husband, Jim of Tenino, Washington; eight grandchildren, 17 great-grandchildren and seven great great-grandchildren. Pauline was preceded in death by a son, David; her husband, and twelve brothers and sisters. Graveside funeral services will be held at 1 p.m., on Friday, September 2, 2005, at the Roseburg Memorial Gardens Cemetery in Roseburg. Officiating will be Pastor Vance Culpepper. Friends may pay their respects at Taylor's Family Chapel, on Thursday, September 1, 2005, from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m.
LAUGHTON, Leonard A. — Age 60, of Myrtle Creek, Oregon, passed away on August 29, 2005. Arrangements pending. ROSEBURG FUNERAL ALTERNATIVES (541)672-5836.
HOSCHOUER, Arnold Laverne — Age 57, of Roseburg, Oregon, passed away on August 29, 2005. Arrangements pending. TAYLOR’S FAMILY CHAPEL (541)679-9683.
FOTHERINGHAM Jr., Alonzo — Age 69, of Roseburg, Oregon, passed away on August 29, 2005. Arrangements pending. WILSON’S CHAPEL OF THE ROSES (541) 673-4455.
Timothy J. Sullivan
SULLIVAN, Timothy J. — Age 56, of Sutherlin, Oregon, passed away on August 28, 2005. He was born on April 21, 1949, in Watertown, South Dakota, to Ray and Caroljean (Grady) Sullivan. Tim married Arlene Sullivan in Veneta, Oregon, on April 7, 1973. Tim was the former owner of Tim’s Appliance Warehouse for twenty-five years. Some of his favorite times were fishing, crabbing, and camping with his family. After retirement, Tim and Arlene enjoyed spending time in Yuma, Arizona. They did many things there. One of his favorite past times was crossing the border to buy trinkets. He is survived by his wife of 32 years, Arlene; daughter, Azure Sullivan and her husband, Robby Gal of Phoenix, Arizona; son, Brent Sullivan and his wife, Danielle of Ashland, Oregon; brothers, Patrick Sullivan of Veneta, Oregon; Michael Sullivan of Coburg, Oregon; sisters, Susan Sullivan of Eugene, Oregon; Peggy Sullivan of Veneta; Mary Eriksen of Waldport, Oregon; Teri Moen-Gay of Eugene; numerous nephews and nieces, aunts and uncles. Tim was preceded in death by his parents, Ray and Caroljean Sullivan; brother, Daniel Sullivan; brother, Thomas Sullivan; niece, Kelly Herbert. A memorial service will be held at 3 p.m., on September 2, 2005, at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church, Sutherlin. Memorial contributions may be made to the Tim Sullivan Fund c/o Sutherlin Booster Club.
Edwin W. ‘Mack’ McCuen
MCCUEN, Edwin W. “Mack” — Age 89, of Grants Pass, Oregon, passed away on Saturday, August 27, 2005. A memorial celebration of his life will be held at 1 p.m., on Sunday, September 11, 2005, (Grandparent's Day), at Griffin Park off Riverbanks Road and all friends and family are welcome to attend. Hull & Hull Funeral Directors is in charge of arrangements. Mack was born on March 19, 1916, in Coulee City, Washington, to Edwin and Mettie McCuen. In his early years, he worked as a construction worker helping to build the Grand Coulee Dam. During World War II he served in the U.S. Army infantry and was stationed at Pearl Harbor during the Japanese bombing where he helped many survivors to safety. On August 31, 1944, in Centralia, Washington, he married Ruby C. Mandery, who preceded him in death. The family moved from Tenino, Washington, in the 1950's to Roseburg, Oregon, and in 1976, moved to Grants Pass. Mack loved life and was very generous to all. He loved every member of his family very much and was very proud of his Native American heritage. Survivors include a daughter, Joirene Taylor of Grants Pass; three grandsons; and two great-granddaughters; two step-daughters, Arlita White of Grants Pass; and Marcia Potter of Roseburg; seven step-grandchildren; twenty-five step-great-grandchildren; and three step-great great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a step-son, Richard E. Field.
Thad Elkins
ELKINS, Thad Andrew — Age 61, of Roseburg, Oregon, passed away on Wednesday, August 24, 2005. He was born on January 13, 1944, in Denver, Colorado, the son of Thad and Lois (Ruby) Elkins. He moved with his family to California as a boy. Thad entered the U.S. Navy to serve our country during the Vietnam War. After his service, he returned to California and worked as a mechanic for a seismologist team, drilling holes for scientific instruments. He later moved to Wyoming where he was united in marriage to Belinda Ludlow on October 9, 1982, in Sheridan. They lived in Turlock, California, before moving to Oregon in 1988, which has been home since. He worked as a mechanic and owned and operated "Thad's Auto Repair" in Roseburg. He has always enjoyed motors and racing cars, but his real joy was with Harley Davidson Motorcycles. Thad was a member and Vice President of the Canyonville Chapter of the Gypsy Jokers. He also had a keen interest in computers. He is survived by his wife of almost twenty three years, Belinda of Roseburg; daughter, Wendi Fugate and her husband, Troy of Oakland, Oregon; two sons, Jason Kidder and Joseph Ludlow, both of Billings, Montana; son-in-law, Lee Bradley of Hitchcock, Texas. Thad also leaves a brother, Bob Elkins and his wife, Cindy of Garden Valley, California; sister, Sharon Wikel of Lancaster, California; aunt, Rustee St. Jean of Roseburg; grandchildren, Sonja; Myressa, Mychelle and Justen Fugate; Kobe Kidder; Joseph Ludlow; Stormie Bradley; and LaVonne Guerrero. Thad was preceded in death by his parents and a daughter, Nikkie Bradley. A celebration of his life will be held at Taylor's Family Chapel on Saturday, September 10, 2005, at 2 p.m. A procession will follow to the Canyonville Gypsy Jokers Clubhouse. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Douglas Home Hospice.
Thomas Cowie
COWIE, Thomas W. — Of Elkton, Oregon, passed away on July 14, 2005.He was 79. Thomas was born on March 10, 1926, in Winnipeg, Manitoba, to George and Anne Wilkins Cowie. He married Audrey Charles on May 17, 1946, in Winnipeg. He received a degree in architecture in Winnipeg and served in the Royal Canadian Air Force. Thomas worked as an architect from 1951 to 1992 in Los Angeles, California. He worked for Maxwell-Starkman and other firms until 1969. He then operated his own architectural practice until 1992, when he retired. He enjoyed building, writing and music. He had lived in Elkton for 13 years. Survivors include his wife, Audrey; two sons, Alvin of Elkton; Clint of Long Beach, California. No service is planned. The Neptune Society in Portland, Oregon, is in charge of arrangements.
HARDAGE, Hattie Bell — Age 83, of Dillard, Oregon, passed away on Thursday, September 1, 2005. Arrangements pending. Taylor’s Family Chapel (541) 679-6983.
Florence Mae Bray
BRAY, Florence Mae — Age 88, went to be with the Lord on August 27, 2005. Florence was born in Saratoga, Wyoming, in 1917, to Frank and Mable Kennaday. She married Earl N. Ramsey in 1935. They had one child, Earl E. “Butch” Ramsey and later adopted a daughter, Afton. They lived in Los Angeles during WW II and moved to Oregon in 1943. Earl preceded her in death in 1953 due to an accident in the woods. Florence later married Walter (Pete) Bray in 1955. He also preceded her in death in 1965. She was employed for twelve years by the Glide School District as the Secretary at the Upper Elementary School. Florence was a member of the Glide Baptist Church. Florence is survived by her daughter, Afton Hayes; daughter-in-law, Rosa Ramsey; brother, Lincoln Kennaday; grandchildren, Mike Ramsey; Mendi Boerste; Karen Bolleto; Linda Hayes; and numerous great-grandchildren and great great-grandchildren. Florence was preceded in death by her son, Earl E. Ramsey; brothers, Forest Kennaday and Tom Kennaday; sisters, Rose Lott; Bonnie Marier; June Kelley; and grandson, Toby Hayes. A memorial service will be held at Glide Baptist Church on September 9, 2005, at 10 a.m.
Inez Kathryn Granath
GRANATH, Inez Kathryn — 92, passed away on August 31, 2005, at a local Care Center, in Ashland, Oregon. She was born on October 18, 1912, to Henry and Lenora Gaedecke at their home on Cow Creek Road east of Azalea, Oregon. Inez married Henry Smith in 1934. He was killed in a logging accident in 1941, leaving her with three small children. Inez worked hard to provide for her family in the following years. Inez spent her entire life in southern Oregon. On her 80th birthday she married John Granath. They had many happy years. John passed away in 1996. Survivors include her son and daughter-in-law, Jack and Pat Smith; daughter and son-in-law, Noni and Norman Jarvis; daughter-in-law, Yvonne Gaedecke; 14 grandchildren; 40 great-grandchildren; 10 great great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by one son, Robert Gaedecke and one daughter, Janet Lewis. The graveside service for Inez Kathryn Granath will be held on Tuesday, September 6, 2005, at 11 a.m., at Glendale Memorial Cemetery in Glendale, Oregon. Arrangements are under the direction of Litwiller-Simonsen Funeral Home Ashland, Oregon.
Margaret McConnell
MCCONNELL, Mary "Margaret" — Age 88, of Tigard, Oregon, formerly of Winston, Oregon, passed away on Sunday, August 7, 2005. Margaret was born on December 29, 1916, in Centerville, Washington, the daughter of Oscar and Sophie (Whittika) Olson. Margaret was raised and educated in Centerville. She was united in marriage to Charles Allen McConnell on July 13, 1935, in Vancouver, Washington. They moved to Bingen, Washington, in 1945, where they owned and operated the Texaco Gas Station. In 1954, they moved to Winston and Mr. McConnell owned and operated a log truck and a hydraulic jack repair shop, with Margaret as his right hand man. He passed away on April 1, 1988. Her greatest joy was her large loving family. Margaret also enjoyed gardening, ceramics, the outdoors and collecting any rocks she found that would fit in the car. Margaret was a member of the Winston Church of Christ. She moved to Tigard several years ago to live near her son. Margaret is survived by her daughter, Katherine Marlene Ross and her husband, Bob of Kalispell, Montana; son, Delbert McConnell and his wife, Susan of Tigard; brother, William "Bill" Olson of Centerville; as well as nine grandchildren, fourteen great-grandchildren and eight great great-grandchildren. She was loved by all who knew her and will be deeply missed. She was preceded in death by her husband; two brothers and two sisters. Graveside services will be held at the Centerville Cemetery in Centerville on August 20, 2005, at 1 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Alzheimer's Association. Arrangements are under the direction of Taylor's Family Chapel.
Walter Roy Davidson
DAVIDSON, Walter Roy — Age 96, of Myrtle Creek, Oregon, passed away on August 5, 2005. He was born on June 4, 1909, in Dayton, Washington, to Arthur John Davidson and Mary Bertha (Brannon) Davidson. Walter married Lucille Morris on December 6, 1931, in Dayton. They moved to Myrtle Creek in 1952. Walter was an independent carpenter/contractor until he retired in 1971. He was a good provider for his family and thoroughly enjoyed his children, grandchildren, and many friends. Walter also enjoyed raising and selling hay and cattle from his hobby farm on South Myrtle, which he did until he was 90 years old. He and his wife, Lucille were members of the Tri and Square Dance Club, where they taught square dancing and round dancing for many years. Survivors include three daughters and one son, Denise Startin of Walla Walla, Washington; Wesley and his wife, Twila of Eugene, Oregon; Sharon Graf and her husband, Jim of Myrtle Creek; and Shirley Eken and her husband, Jerry of Mankato, Minnesota; thirteen grandchildren; twenty-three great-grandchildren; and five great great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Lucille; son, Vernon; his parents; one sister; and an infant brother. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, August 10, 2005, at 11 a.m., at MOUNTAIN VIEW MEMORIAL CHAPEL in Myrtle Creek.
FENTON, Carol Lee — Age 30, of Winston, Oregon, passed away on December 3, 2005. Arrangements pending. CHAPEL OF THE FIRS (541) 459-2281.
PATTISON, Robert “Tony” — Age 76, of Winston, Oregon, passed away on December 6, 2005. Arrangements pending. TAYLORS FAMILY CHAPEL (541) 679-6983.
SCHNIEDER, Jesse James — Infant of Riddle, Oregon, passed away on Monday October 24, 2005. Arrangements pending. MOUNTAIN VIEW MEMORIAL CHAPEL (541) 863-3148.
EATON, Patrick M. — Age 66, of Roseburg, Oregon, passed away on Wednesday, October 26, 2005. Arrangements pending. LONG AND SHUKLE (541) 672-2611.
SHUMWAY, Howard H. — Age 85, of Roseburg, Oregon, passed away on October 26, 2005. A memorial service will be held on Monday, October 31, 2005, at 2 p.m. at WILSON’S CHAPEL OF THE ROSES. (541) 673-4455.
Leo Franklin Young
YOUNG, Leo Franklin — Leo Franklin Young of Florence, Oregon, formerly of Eugene, Oregon, passed away on October 22, 2005, of natural causes. He was 88 years old. Leo was born on March 28, 1917, to Arthur Frank Young and Cecil Myers Young in Monmouth, Oregon. He graduated from Ione High School in 1934, from Oregon State University in 1939, with a bachelors degree in business and accounting, and from the University of Oregon in 1962, with a bachelors degree in Law. He lived in Roseburg from 1949 to 1957, in Eugene from 1957 to 1981, and in Florence from 1981. He was a proud American and served his country in World War II with the U.S. Army. Upon retirement he had achieved the rank of Lieutenant Colonel. Leo is a past president of the Pacific Dunes Shrine Club. He was active in Florence Masonic Lodge #107, the Scottish Rite of Freemasonry, Eastern Star and the Nights Templar. He was also a member of the American Legion and the Florence Elks No. Lodge 1858. Leo loved his family very much. He is survived by his children, Ronald D. Young of Portland, Oregon; Eric and Linda Young of Damascus, Oregon; Phillip and Tamara Greene of Point Reyes Station, California; and Gary and Renae Young Almendinger of Florence; eight grandchildren and one great-grandchild. A celebration of Leo’s life will be at 1:30 p.m. on October 30, 2005, at Burns’ Riverside Chapel, old town location, 1675 First St. Florence, Oregon.
Estalene Adele Moreau
MOREAU, Estalene Adele — Graveside services were held on Tuesday, October 18, 2005, for Estalene Moreau. She was born on August 17, 1921, in Marietta, Oklahoma, to Charlie Smith and Ona Barnes Smith. She passed away on Sunday, October 16, 2005. She lived the last years of her life with nieces in Oregon before moving into Mary’s Adult Care Home in Sutherlin, Oregon. She was a homemaker all her life. Estalene was preceded in death by her two sons, Jimmy Sehon Battle in 1990, and Jon Clarke Battle in 2001. She is survived by two granddaughters, Rene Battle of Las Vegas, Nevada; Karie Estalene Battle; one grandson, Michael Jon Battle; two sisters, Audrey Davis of Apple Valley, California; and Lorene Kile of Grandbury, Texas. She is also survived by nieces, Peggy Kelley and Marilyn Duncan of Rice Hill, Oregon; Patty Jones and Onetta Martin of Apple Valley, California; Paula Robinson of Bakersfield, California; Sharon Yopp of Sierra Vista, Arizona; Virginia Robinson of Tyler, Texas; Donna Ayers of Fort Worth, Texas; Delona Goodwin of Lake Havasu, Arizona; Kathy Lehman of Oklahoma; nephews, Bill Davis of Bakersfield, California; David and Rex Kile of Texas; Harold; Billy; Bobby; and Pat Stinson all of Oklahoma.
Rebecca Rae Ramey Madison
MADISON, Rebecca Rae Ramey — Age 42, of Yuma, Arizona, passed away on August 18, 2005. She is survived by her mother, Wanda Young of Yuma; daughter, Melissa Madison of Springfield, Oregon; sister, Lutitia Kennedy of North Carolina; brother, Chris Ramey of Marion, Iowa. A memorial service will be held from 1 p.m. until 3 p.m. on Sunday, October 30, 2005, at the residence of Margie Gonsales 258 Main, Elkton, Oregon.
Lorine Knutson
KNUTSON, Lorine — Passed away after a long and courageous battle with cancer on October 26, 2005. She was born Lorine May Nelson to Thomas and Hazel Nelson on October 23, 1931, in Starkweather, North Dakota. Lorine was the third of eight children. The family lived and farmed in North Dakota until Lorine’s high school years when they moved to Clearbrook, Minnesota. There she graduated salutatorian from Clearbrook High School in 1949. Lorine worked in the courthouse in Bagley, Minnesota, after graduation. She married the love of her life, C.V. ‘Bub’ Knutson on October 12, 1951. For their honeymoon, they moved west to Willows, California, where their first two children were born. Bud began a career in banking shortly after that. This meant several moves and the family lived in Colusa, California; Porterville, California; and Healdsburg, California; where the couple’s third child was born in 1961. They moved again to Chico, California, in 1963 and to Klamath Falls, Oregon, in 1964. The family remained in Klamath Falls until 1971. Bud’s career took them to Boise, Idaho, and finally to Cheyenne, Wyoming, where Lorine lost her husband of nearly 35 years, in April of 1986. The family’s moves allowed them to make many lasting friendships, but also meant several career changes for Lorine. She worked for the Dept. of Agriculture in California, spent several years with the County Clerk’s office in Klamath Falls and especially enjoyed working for district and circuit courts there. She entered the insurance business in Boise and retired from Old Faithful Life Insurance Co. in Cheyenne in 1993. Lorine’s three children traveled to Cheyenne in May of 1993 and together with Lorine, packed a U-Haul truck and moved her to Roseburg, Oregon. This was a treasured memory for all of them. After moving to Roseburg, Lorine was very active with the homeowners’ association of Shadow Ranch, joined a bowling league and played cards with friends for several years, she also made many friends as a faithful member of the YMCA. Lorine was in the first group of volunteer trainees for the mediation program for small claims court in Douglas County, renewing her interest in the court system and she felt rewarded by her many successful mediations. Lorine was diagnosed with ovarian cancer in 1994 and was inspirational in the way in which she fought and lived with her illness for eleven years. She is survived by her son, Larry Knutson and his wife, Jennie of Rathdrum, Idaho and daughters, Linda McNeary and her husband, Dan of Roseburg and Tracy McNeary and her husband, Tom of Palm Desert, California. She is also survived by her grandchildren, Chris McNeary and his wife, Gretchen of Astoria, Oregon; Kevin McNeary of Portland, Oregon; Rebecca Knutson of Portland; Paul Knutson of Rathdrum, Idaho; her brothers, Arnold Nelson of St. Paul, Minnesota; Kenneth Nelson of Centreville, Michigan; sisters, Lilah Churness of Clearbrook, Minnesota; Doris Gruber of Utopia, Texas; Judy Sendek of Bullhead City, Arizona; and her lifelong friend and sister-in-law, Lorraine Knutson of Colusa, California; numerous nieces and nephews; and many extended family members of the Nelson and Knutson families. Lorine was preceded in death by her husband; her sister, Irene Gregoire; brother, Ronald Nelson; and infant granddaughter, Anna Knutson. A memorial service will be held at the CHAPEL OF THE ROSES on West Harvard at 11 a.m. on Monday, October 31, 2005. Lorine will be greatly missed by all of those who knew and loved her. Her family wishes to thank the many people who cared for Lorine. A special thanks to Dr. Ottenheimer, nurse Donna and the rest of his staff, nurse Renee Baird and Chaplain at Mercy Hospital Karen Iovin. Any donations in her memory would be well spent and greatly appreciated by the dedicated staff at Mercy Hospice, to whom we will be forever grateful.
Edna Ann ‘Sally’ Dick
DICK, Edna Ann “Sally” — Age 89, of Lebanon, Oregon, passed away on Friday, October 21, 2005. Sally was born on May 14, 1916, in Riddle, Oregon, the daughter of Harvey Q. and Edna A. (Hartley) Brown. She graduated from Roseburg High School and later attended Linfield College. She worked for the Red Cross until she married Richard ‘Rex’ Dick on December 30, 1939, in Roseburg. Immediately after their marriage, they moved to their first farm in Shedd, Oregon. They remodeled farms and ranches throughout Oregon, in Shedd, Bend, Kimberly, The Dalles, and Culver. Sally moved to The Oaks in Lebanon eight years ago. Sally was active in Jobs Daughters, 4-H, garden clubs, and the church in the local community. She loved raising and sharing flowers with others. Her life was centered around her family and her Lord. Sally is survived by her daughters, Jackie Joe Rampton of Platte City, Missouri; Pennie Mae Schmadeka of Lebanon; Sally Ann Dick of Portland; brother, Will H. Brown of Spokane, Washington; 12 grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Richard ‘Rex’ Dick on January 18, 1984, and by her parents. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, November 5, 2005, at 2 p.m. at the Lebanon First Assembly of God Church, 726 W. Oak St. On-line condolences for the family may be left at www.hustonjost.com. Contributions may be made to the Culver Christian Church in care of Huston-Jost Funeral Home, 86 W. Grant St., Lebanon, Oregon, 97355.
Daniel Ray Tonole
TONOLE, Daniel Ray — Age 49, of Medford, Oregon, passed away from a brain aneurysm on October 21, 2005, in Medford, Oregon. He was born on February 5, 1956, in Cottage Grove, Oregon, to Eugene and Lois Tonole. In 1974 he graduated from North Bend High School. Dan moved to Medford from North Bend, Oregon, in 1990. He worked for the KODAK Plant in White City, Oregon. Dan loved to play horseshoes, shoot pool and watch sporting events. He is survived by his parents, Gene and Jan Tonole of North Bend and Lois and Lee Everist of Eagle Point, Oregon; sisters, Brenda Tonole-Melvin and her husband, Don of Roseburg, Oregon; Helen Bonelli of Cupertino, California; brothers, Johnny Tonole of Salem, Oregon; and Jimmy Tonole of Florence, Oregon. He was preceded in death by his grandparents. A private family service will be held at a later date. CONGER-MORRIS FUNERAL DIRECTORS in Medford handled the arrangements. (541) 772-7111.
GULLEY, Betty J. — Age 55, of Roseburg, Oregon, passed away on September 26, 2005. Services will be held in Indianapolis, Indiana, at a later date.
COLLINS, James — Age 81, of Roseburg, Oregon, passed away on October 9, 2005. Arrangements pending. LONG AND SHUKLE MEMORIAL CHAPEL (541) 672-2611.
Mercedes Ione Cory Seymour White
WHITE, Mercedes Ione Cory Seymour — Our mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and great-great-grandmother left this earth escorted by a host of singing angels and her family in heaven who have been waiting for her. She closed her eyes at 12:15 a.m. on Saturday, September 24, 2005, at her home where she had lived with her daughter, Collette and son-in-law, Jac. She lived to reach the age of 95 years, 6 months and 15 days. It was a beautiful Autumn day crisp and clear with the sun shining and a cool breeze coming through her window. She so wanted to be able to stay at home. Her wishes were carried out by family, Mercy Home Health, Mercy Hospice and other loving caregivers including a special little girl, Kaitlyn Rasmussen, all angels sent from heaven. Mercedes Ione was born on March 9, 1910, to Frances Robert Seymour and Sarah Allice May Cory Seymour in La Moure County, North Dakota. She was the middle child with four brothers, Robert DeForest (Forest); Shannon Merrill (Merrill); Kenneth Woodrow (Kenny); and Harland Eugene (Harley). After her father’s untimely death; and the following winter, the death of her eighteen year old brother from pneumonia, the family moved to Laurel, Nebraska to be closer to her mothers family. She attended school in Laurel graduating with a class size of 30 in 1929. Her dream was to be a nurse. She attended St. Joseph Hospital School of Nursing in Sioux City, Iowa. She received her pin as a registered nurse in 1931. Her first job was at the Norfolk State Hospital in Nebraska. She met and married James R. White in 1933. In 1934 Sondra Joy was born. In 1937 the family moved to Livermore, California. She was adventurous all her life and her youthful desire was to see the Pacific Ocean and the great Mountains of the West. In 1939 the family moved to Belmont, California, where she worked at Twin Pines Sanatorium and Sondra started school. Soon WWII came along and Mercedes worked three jobs because of the shortage of nurses. She worked at Twin Pines early AM, for Dr. Howe in a clinic in Redwood City, California and in the evenings she was off to Sequoia Hospital. In 1942 she moved to Redwood City, California and in 1944 Collette Alicia was born. Mercedes finally settled down to one job in 1952 and worked for two OBGYN doctors. Dr. Kennett and Dr. Weddell. She knew all about the birth of babies and even delivered some herself and tried to be at the birth of all of her grandchildren just to be sure that things were going properly. She divorced in 1959 and became a single mom. She worked hard raising two girls in the 50’s. She retired in 1972 after 41 years in nursing. She was very active in Redeemer Lutheran Church in Redwood City. She sang in the choir and participated in many activities. She moved to Roseburg, Oregon, in 1973, residing with her youngest daughter and her family. Not wanting to sit still for long, she went to work for Senior Services of Douglas County. She retired on her birthday, after seven years. There was a party at the Senior Center to start her off on her fulfillment of a 37 year study of her Genealogy. She went to Laurel, Nebraska in 1979, to attend her 50th class reunion. She was a member of the Laurel Concord Alumni Association. She took a trip to Devon, England, in 1988, visiting the Cory castle and other early ancestral places in Oxfordshire as well as touring London. She became a member of the Genealogical Society of Douglas County, Inc. Through her search, she proved her lineage making her an honoree member of the Daughters of the American Revolution. She was proud to find she was a descendant of Jane Seymour who was the bride of King Henry the Eighth. Mercedes had a passion for a lot of things in her life. First and foremost was her family. Nothing meant more to her and she was very devoted to them as they were to her. She was an accomplished pianist and enjoyed playing both classical and popular pieces for the pleasure of her family. She also loved flowers and plants of all kinds and was a member of the Riverbend Garden Club. Winning many awards at the Douglas County Fair. She painted with oils and had been involved in some art shows over the years. The Art Center was one of her favorite places and she was usually taking a class or two. She sewed and crocheted. In 1987, she made everyone in the Roseburg High School marching band a cap or scarf. She loved watching and hearing them and never missed a performance. Another great passion was garage “saleing.” She could always create a treasure from something she bought on those early Saturday mornings. She was a great cook and made the best pot of potato soup ever. She had a strong and compassionate spirit which never left her till the end. She was sweet and kind giving kisses on the hand. She was always loyal, full of determination, and an inspiration to all who met her especially during the last few years of her illness. She always had a heart that overflowed with love. She leaves behind two daughters, Sondra Joy Drivon and her husband, Richard of Canyonville, Oregon; and Collette Alicia Metcalf and her husband, Jac of Roseburg, Oregon; 12 grandchildren, Daniel and Kathy Drivon; Greggory and Alicia Hayes; Michael Drivon; Kevin Drivon; Joi Crumpton; Alicia Chalker; Denise and Kenneth Graham; Lynette and Eric Lieske; Michael and Kim Metcalf; Tamara and Tim Rasmussen; Shannon and Amy Metcalf; Tim and Michelle Metcalf; 31 great-grandchildren, July Metcalf; Austin Metcalf; George Metcalf; Emmett Metcalf; Gabriel Rasmussen; Dalton Rasmussen; Adam Metcalf; Hannah Metcalf; Matthew Metcalf; Brandon Drivon; Julie Drivon; Garrett Hayes; William Hayes; Nathan Rust; Ileah Drivon; Laci Gosnell; Leanna Drivon; Chelsea Crumpton; Autumn Crumpton; Ashley Crumpton; Jonathan Crumpton; Sophia Chalker; Matthew Graham; Alicia Graham; Joel Graham; Olivia Danville; Monica Danville; Serena Danville; Micah Danville; six great great-grandchildren, Chloee Goin; Cyliss Hickman; Marley Randolph; Logan Bodine; Keegan Bodine; Kalliauna Bodine. This family is a testament of a woman who always saw the positive side of everything and tried to work out a plan to satisfy the needs of all who loved her. Tomorrow we will start without you, but we know you are finally with your Mother, Father, and brothers you so longed for. Cremation rights were held with four grandchildren present on September 28, 2005, at 12:15 pm at the Chapel of the Roses in Roseburg. In lieu of flowers, a special fund will be set up for a memorial bench to be placed in a quiet garden spot to be announced at a later date. The remaining gifts will be placed in a scholarship fund for students of arts and music. We will be hosting a celebration of life at the end of October to be held at the Arts Center in Roseburg. Time and date will be announced. May you toe dance with the angels, their voices especially Michael’s, will sing you to sleep. Now fly like a bird through the heavens lifted by wings of joy. Your heart eternal is blessing us below. God’s speed Nonie, we love you.
