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Pastor Troy La Verne Costlow
8/27/26 – 12/10/09
Pastor Troy La Verne Costlow of Milwaukie passed away on December 10, 2009. Born in Henderson County, Texas to Walter & Leona (Woodard) Costlow, Pastor Troy came from a hardy stock of people who farmed the land. He fought in the army in WWII, married his honey, Mary Davis, and became a devoted evangelist. He and Mary settled in Eugene, OR for a while where he was the leader of a church, but he spent a good amount of time on the road; evangelism was his passion. There are many pictures documenting him in front of country churches all over the United States. For fun, Pastor Troy was an avid golfer; his golfing partner and buddy was Efrem Zimbalist, Jr.
He was a kind and good to people; he visited lots of folks when they were unable to get around or were ill. He especially loved his wife of 67 years, preferring to call her ”My Mary” over anything else. Pastor Troy is survived by his spouse. A memorial service has been held. Arrangements were by Crown Memorial Center – Milwaukie.
Berdie Elvira “Honeybee” Nelson
Berdie Elvira Nelson, of Gresham, passed away on December 16, 2009. Berdie was born in New Plymouth, Idaho, to Alfred and Vera Meeker on June 30, 1930. She has been a long-time resident of Oregon and lived for many years in Sandy. She also spent a considerable amount of time living in Forks, Washington. Berdie was a singer and artist, and she went by the performance name of “Honeybee”.
She is survived by daughters, Doris Van Noy and Tiara Erb; sons, Don Lowe, Randy Lowe, Robert Lowe, Mel Lowe, David Lowe, Ed Lowe and Guy Ehler. She also had 18 grandchildren and many great-grandchildren. There will be no service at this time, although a Celebration of Life is tentatively scheduled for the spring of 2010. In lieu of flowers, the family has requested that donations be made to Adventist Hospice. Arrangements were made with Crown Memorial Center in Milwaukie.
Larry Martin Ritthaler “Pops”
Milwaukie resident, Larry Martin Ritthaler, passed away on December 11, 2009. Larry Ritthaler
Larry was born on November 5, 1943 in Everett, Washington and he was raised in Medford, Oregon. His family moved to Portland where Larry attended Franklin High School before serving in both the Army and the Navy. He then continued his education and received an Associate’s degree from Computer Career Institute, and began working as a computer programmer. On his personal time, he found interest in classic cars, playing guitar and spending time with his children.
Larry is survived by his son Philip Ritthaler of Milwaukie; daughters Lisa Markle of Milwaukie and Jennifer Ritthaler of Clackamas; and 5 grandchildren Tionna, Marques, Jacob, Joshua and Philip. A Celebration of Larry’s Life will be held at Crown Memorial Center – Milwaukie, 17064 SE McLoughlin Blvd., Milwaukie, OR 97267 on Thursday, December 17, 2009 at 3:00 pm. A Reception will be following the service at the Hawk’s Ridge Apartments in the Community Center. Arrangements by Crown Memorial Center – Tualatin.
David H. Henderson
6/20/1950 – 12/9/2009
David Herschel Henderson, a missionary to Russia and Indonesia with WorldVenture, died of gastro-esophageal cancer on December 9, 2009. He was born in Drain on June 20, 1950. His parents were Edward Demp and Marie Henderson, also deceased. His aunt Helen still lives in Drain.
Dave and his wife, Sherie, were married for 35 years and served with WorldVenture for over 27 years. They began their ministry in 1983 in Kalimantan Barat, Indonesia, where they helped with WorldVenture’s church planting and leadership training team. In 1994 Dave, Sherie and their family moved to Moscow, Russia, where Dave directed the educational department for Project 250—a ministry focused on church planting in the former Soviet Union.
Dave served in several leadership capacities throughout Russia and Europe, specifically providing oversight to the process of strategic planning for many WorldVenture missionaries in Europe. Dave’s role as Russian Regional Director provided him the opportunity to oversee member care, financial management and conflict resolution involving international teams and multiple organizations. Dave’s real passion, however, was always in member care. He loved spending time with highly gifted team members and hearing their personal adventures and ministry stories. President Hans Finzel noted in a recent letter to Dave, “When I think about the qualities that I appreciate most in you, it is things like risk-taking, perseverance, faithfulness, integrity, friendliness, a positive attitude, and solid strategic leadership skills.”
Dave is survived by his wife Sherie; children Adriel and Christina Henderson, Paul Henderson, Anna and John Taylor, and Sean and Evangeline Henderson; and six grandchildren, David, Abigail, Miriam, Calvin, Maya, and Corey. He is also survived by his brothers Dale, Gil, Nolan, and Nealan, and sister Francis Cowan.
The memorial service is scheduled for 10 a.m. on Saturday, December 19, 2009, at Gladstone First Baptist Church, Gladstone, Oregon.
For those who would like to remember Dave, a memorial fund has been set up in his honor: Dave Henderson Memorial Fund, WorldVenture W. Mineral Ave., Littleton, Colorado 80120. Contributions to this fund will go to leadership training in Europe and the Middle East. Arrangements were by Crown Memorial Center in Milwaukie, OR. Please feel free sign in the online memorial comment section.
Marjorie Ann Holtzman
Marjorie A. Holtzman, 78, died on December 8th, 2009.
Marjorie was born August 12, 1931, to Robert and Bernadine Dempsey in Pittsburgh, PA. She was raised in Pittsburgh where she met and fell in love with her future husband. On August 21, 1954, Marjorie married Richard P. Holtzman and they started raising a young family together. In 1967 she and her family moved to California. After raising her two sons, Marjorie started a new career as a Hypnotherapist, helping many clients until her retirement in 2001. Marjorie and her husband moved to Oregon in 2002 to be close to her oldest son and family.
Marjorie loved being around her family and was overjoyed with the birth of her first great-grandson in 2006. She enjoyed traveling and spending time exploring the California and Oregon coast.
Marjorie will be remembered for her generous heart and loving spirit. She was a great inspiration to all who met her. Family and friends always sought her out for her wisdom and enjoyed many hours listening to her wonderful stories and advice. She was loved dearly and will be missed so much.
Marjorie is survived by her son, Richard P. Holtzman, Jr.; Grandsons, Robert P. Holtzman and Kevin J. Holtzman; and great grandson, Robert P. Holtzman, Jr. She was preceded in death by her youngest son, Lynn Robert Holtzman on June 24th, 2001, and her husband, Richard P. Holtzman, Sr. on January 9th, 2009. In lieu of a service, a private family gathering and celebration in honor of Marjorie is planned. Marjorie will be interned at Willamette National Cemetery. Arrangements by Crown Memorial Center – Tualatin.
Thomas E Artherton
Thomas Earl Artherton was born August 10, 1933 in Omaha NE and passed away on December 8, 2009 in Salem. After a stint in the Army and a tour of Korea he attended Oregon State College getting a degree in Engineering. He worked 2 years for the San Francisco Bay Toll Crossings as a design engineer, then moved to Oregon to work for the State of Oregon Hwy Dept as a bridge design engineer until his retirement. He is survived by his sons John and James. He was preceded in death by his daughter Carla.
No service is planned. Contributions may be made to the charity of your choice. Arrangements by Crown Memorial Center – Salem.
William Joseph Thompson
William Joseph Thompson, of Clackamas, Oregon, died on December 7, 2009. William was born in Phelan, California on December 22, 1963 to Robert and Shirley Thompson. He moved to the Portland area and found work as a chef at the Pig ‘n Pancake Restaurant. William leaves behind three children, William, Jr., Tabitha, and Amanda Thompson; spouse, Hope Van Gilder; mother, Shirley Thompson; and countless other family members that still reside in and around Phelan, California. There is no service planned for William at this time. Arrangements were made with crown Memorial Center in Milwaukie.
Iris A Finn
Iris A. Finn passed away in the evening hours of December 7, 2009 at the age of 93 in Salem, OR. Iris was born to Nathaniel and Jesten Blevins in Salem, OR on August 28, 1916. She is survived by her daughter Linda Roufs; Step daughter Linda Williams and her grandson Brian Williams. She is preceded in death by her son Bobby Jones. Arrangements entrusted to Crown Memorial Center – Salem.
Matthew Phillip Gretzon
Matthew passed away December 6, 2009 in Yamhill County, Oregon. He was born November 29, 1994 to Rodney and Leisa Gretzon in Oregon City, OR and moved to Salem when he was a few months old with family. He attended local schools in the Salem area, and was currently at McKay High School as a Freshman.
Matthew enjoyed playing Baseball, watching Football games on T. V., as well as watching his school play. He also enjoyed Deep Sea fishing as well as river and lake fishing with family. He loved to hunt and doing whatever outdoor events, especially riding quads at the dunes with the family.
He attended Silverton Assembly of God church with his family, was very active in the Youth group as well as the Royal Rangers.
Matthew was a fun loving person. He loved to spend time with his family. Matthew always wanted family to come over and often asked them to dinner or other family outings. He often helped people in his neighborhood mowing lawns or whatever was needed. He enjoyed helping others and he also loved to work at the family business with his Mom and Dad.
Matthew loved country music, especially Carrie Underwood and Kenny Chesney. One of his favorite songs was “She Thinks my tractor’s Sexy” by Kenny Chesney.
Matthew always wanted a little brother and he finally got one a nine month old English bulldog named Rudy. He loved his dogs very much.
Matthew is survived by : his parents Rodney and Leisa, his sisters Jamie and Meghan, and Grandmother Mary from Salem. Grandparents Bernita and Leroy from the Portland area and many other aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. He will be missed by many who knew Matthew. He was a very caring and giving person who touched many lives.
A Celebration of lLife service will be on December 11, 2009 at 12:00PM at Silverton Assembly of God 437 N. James Street Silverton, Oregon
