Joan I. Spickerman, age 98, a resident of The Dalles, Or. passed away Mar. 3, 2021 at a local assisted living facility. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.
Betty Lou Kelly, age 87, resident of The Dalles, Oregon passed away March 9, 2021. Spencer, Libby & Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.
Robert Bruce Burns, age 80, resident of The Dalles, Oregon passed away March 2, 2021. Spencer, Libby & Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.
Ila Gertrude Neulreich, age 101, resident of Hood River, Oregon passed away at her residence surrounded by family, March 9, 2021. Spencer, Libby & Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.
Lois E. Nelson, age 89, resident of The Dalles, Oregon, passed away February 23, 2021. She will be laid to rest next to her beloved husband Vernon Nelson in a Graveside Services 10:30 AM June 5, 2021 at Tygh Valley Cemetery. Spencer, Libby & Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.
Robert Timlick Jr., age 61, a resident of Page, AZ., passed away at a local care facility Mar. 2, 2021. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.
Nina Jill Shaw, age 76, resident of The Dalles, Oregon passed away March 1, 2021. At her request there are no public services planned. Spencer, Libby & Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.
Dean Edward Crofton, age 64, resident of The Dalles, Oregon passed away February 25, 2021 at the Portland VA Medical Center. A graveside service will be held at Willamette National Cemetery at a later date. The date and time will be here when scheduled. Spencer, Libby & Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.
Teresa Rene Bibby (Terri), 68, passed away in Bend, Oregon on Feb. 23rd, 2021. Terri was born on December 22, 1952 to John and Mary Reeder of Shaniko, Oregon.
Terri grew up in Shaniko, Oregon for the first years of her life. The family later moved to Portland where she attended David Douglas High School and Portland College for teaching. She taught school at the Kent School before marrying Doug Bibby on November 15th, 1986. Sarah Bibby was born on September 3rd, 1987 and Joseph Bibby to follow on August 28th, 1990.
Terri later worked as a school bus driver in Sherman County and at Fred Meyer in The Dalles, Oregon. She retired her working career teaching at Chenowith Elementary in The Dalles, Oregon.
Terri was known for her heart of gold and kindness toward anyone she met. She would go above and beyond for her friends and family whether they needed it or not. A woman of faith, her love for her church and God was contagious. She enjoyed gardening, taking friends to town, being active in the community and spoiling her children and grandchildren. She loved her family and friends immensely and she was loved by all in return.
Terri is survived by her children Sarah Bibby (daughter), Joe Bibby (son) and Tessa Bibby (daughter in-law); two beautiful granddaughters Elsie and Lylah Bibby; cousins; and many many friends.
Graveside service will be held 10:00 March 13th, 2021 at the Grass Valley Cemetery with memorial service to follow at 11:00 at First Baptist Church, Grass Valley.
Tina Marie Welch, age 65, resident of The Dalles, Oregon passed away February 20, 2021. Spencer, Libby & Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.
Patricia Ann “Pat” Johnson was born on September 18, 1929, in Johnstown, Pennsylvania and died on Monday, February 1, 2021, in the Dalles, Oregon. She survived cancer, pneumonia, stroke and COVID 19 before passing peacefully at the age of 91. She joins her beloved husband George William von Borstel who preceded her in death by 12 years.
The youngest of four children, Pat was the only daughter born to William Johnson and Mary McIntosh Johnson of Portage, Pennsylvania. Her grandmother Vallie McIntosh also lived in the family home and shared in her early years. Pat attended Catholic school and church with her mother. She looked up to her older brothers and loved to tell stories about them. She helped her father in the family’s confectionary store and remembered serving gallons of ice cream the day World War II ended. Pat also drove a taxicab during this time and said she once had to drive a man far into the country, but that she always carried a pipe wrench and moved it out from under the seat so it would be handy if she needed it. She chose teaching as her profession and left home after high school to attend Indiana State Teachers College in Indiana, Pennsylvania.
Home economics was Pat’s course of study at college during the week, but she lived to dance on the weekends. She loved all the music of the day and claimed that drummers were the greatest dancers because they had the best rhythm. She joined a sorority, made lots of friends and celebrated spring break at east coast hotspots. She and her girlfriends would smoke cigarettes and perm each other’s hair. They took pictures of themselves in fashionable swimwear and dressed for evening outings. Pat was always very stylish in her dresses and suits with matching hats, handbags, and shoes. She learned to sew her own garments and practiced her cooking skills on her parents. Pastries and desserts were her specialties.
After completing her bachelor’s degree, Pat worked as a seamstress at a dry-cleaning shop and taught school for a couple of years. She left her first teaching position when she discovered and challenged the school principal about being one of two women not to receive a salary increase for the coming year. She was told single women with fathers to provide for them didn’t require an increase. She promised to find another position and she never returned. Instead, she applied for positions while spending her summer with her eldest brother Bill, wife Louise and their small children living and working for the Forest Service in Dufur, Oregon. When talk at an interview in Albany turned to unkind references about the rural folks in Eastern Oregon, she decided to take a position offered in John Day and join them.
Pat first met her future husband when the parish priest in Dufur invited her to visit the von Borstel family farm near Kent, Oregon. As she and Fr. Dominic prepared to leave, George met them at the car and offered to transport Pat in the future. She would often visit the farm and grew to love the boisterous family. She learned farm cooking, housekeeping, and gardening skills from George’s mother and sisters. Pat was a good student and a perfectionist, and she followed instructions and methods to the letter. She would expect the same of her students and future children.
George proposed after only four months and the couple married on June 11, 1955, at St. Alphonsus in Dufur. They honeymooned at Niagara Falls and visited Pat’s family and childhood home before settling into farm life. George farmed sections of family property while Pat managed the house and garden. Together they would fill their home with furnishings, modern appliances and six children. Pat also took care of the landscape, cooked for harvest crews, drove trucks to the elevator, spent many hours painting and papering their 1918 farm home, substitute-taught at Sherman Union High School and kept the farm financial books. She was a member of St. John the Baptist Catholic Church and Altar Society in Grass Valley, Oregon, and the Sherman County Historical Society. She will be remembered for her cinnamon sweet roll twists that she served at family and community events.
In her final years, Pat moved to Flagstone Senior Living in the Dalles where she enjoyed independent life with many past friends and neighbors from the county. She then transitioned to the memory care unit after her stroke. She was beloved by the staff at Flagstone.
Pat leaves behind daughters Judy (Butch), Beth (David) and Nancy and sons Alan (Judy), Stuart (Carol) and Brian (Debbie) as well as 13 grandchildren and eight great grandchildren. Her children and grandchildren will continue to embody her fighting spirit and quick wit.
A private funeral mass will be held, a public graveside service may be attended at 2:15 pm, February 27, 2021 at Grass Valley Cemetery with a reception immediately following at the Grass Valley Pavilion.
The family suggest donations be made in Pats memory to the Sherman County Historical Society, PO Box 173, Moro, OR 97039
Rubin "Bill" Leroy Hinkle passed away peacefully on February 19, 2021 at the age of 93. Born in Portland, Or. to Fred and Mary Hinkle on February 14,1928. They Resided at 1338 Banks st where Bill was raised as one of eight children. He attended school in the St. Johns area and reached grade 8 when he started working odd jobs as a painter, truck driver, and at a furniture manufacturer. He then found himself enlisted in the Army, which took him to Japan during WWll. After serving his time in the 34th Infantry Regiment as a technician 4th grade he returned home in 1947, he settled in working at a box factory for a bit, then later found his career for many years as a local custodian in the Portsmouth/St. Johns school districts until he retired. After his retirement he spent many afternoons teeing off at many of his favorite golf courses in the portland metro area and volunteering at Golden Harvest, a non-profit food pantry. He is survived by his only daughter Pamela Hinkle of Portland, Or., 3 granddaughters, 1 grandson, 10 great-grandchildren and 2 great-great grandchildren. At the time of his passing he was residing in The Dalles, Or. at Flagstone Senior Center for Living. Bill had always hoped to return back to Portland and his family will honor his wishes. Mr. Hinkle will be laid to rest with his brothers at Willamette National Cemetery on Friday March 5, 2021 at 10:00am. Due to Covid-19 we are only planning a graveside service at this time. A golf game will be hosted by his granddaughter Nicole Snyder-Hinkle in his honor at a future date.
Jacqueline Sue Alsup (Malcolm) was born on December 24th, 1950 in The Dalles, Oregon to Jack and Suzann Alsup. Jaci's early life was spent creating memories on the Ross family farm in Wamic. She attended Wamic Elementary School, Wasco County Union High School, and Eastern Oregon College. Throughout her life, Jaci held a variety of jobs including sorting cherries at the Cherry Growers and at Mid-Columbia Medical Center as a medical transcriptionist.
Jaci had a knack for recalling both family and community stories and loved to share them. This talent manifested itself in the community roles she filled as a 4-H Club Leader, and as a volunteer for the Wasco County Fair, Lone Pine Cemetery, Barlow Trail Rendezvous, and Wamic Historical Society. She loved rooting for the Wildcats, Redsides, Rangers, Eagles and Indians. But what she loved most was anything that her children and grandchildren were involved in and she enjoyed attending their events.
Jaci is survived by her loving siblings, Ross and Thelma Alsup, Mary and Bob Hill, and Melissa and Ed Ing; her cherished children, Jim and Regina Malcolm, and Molly and Nathan Goodrich; and her precious grandchildren, Madison, Ava, and Hazel Malcolm, Quenton Baker, Carson Stoneman, and Ian and Lucas Goodrich.
Jaci was preceded in death by her beloved parents, Jack and Suzann, from whom she inherited her kindness, compassion, empathy, and love of Jesus Christ. Because of that inheritance, Jaci radiated the love of her Heavenly Father. That reflection of love is Jaci's legacy. In lieu of flowers, we ask that you consider doing an act of kindness to honor her memory. Give to someone in need, visit someone who is lonely, put a smile on someone's face, that would truly be honoring Jaci's legacy.
Sheila May Weber, age 79, resident of Moro, Oregon passed away February 16, 2021. Graveside services will be held 11:00 am Saturday February 20, 2021 at Moro Cemetery, with Pastor Bob Stone officiating. Spencer, Libby & Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.
Patricia “Patty” Ann Johnson was born in Portland, Ore., on May 16, 1950, to parents William and Mary Johnson. She had one brother, Jerry Johnson, and married husband Perry Johnson.
Patty grew up in east Portland and went to Glencoe Grade School in Portland, and Wilkes Grade School in Troutdale, Oregon.
She graduated from Reynolds High School in Troutdale and graduated from Oral Roberts University in 1972.
Patty grew up in a loving Christian home, gave her life to the Lord and served him with her life. A giving, loving, caring sister who always put others first. She loved her dogs, always toy poodles, and was a master gardener. Her garden was no small thing to her, it was her refuge. Even after multiple back surgeries, she would still be in her garden.
Patty moved to The Dalles in 1973 and worked at The Dalles General Hospital for more than 30 years. She and Perry had The Dalles Taxi Company for many years and used it to help whenever needed.
She went on a mission trip to Brazil in 2018 and couldn’t stop talking about it. She loved the people and they loved her. She had the biggest smile and was so happy. When she came back, she wanted to go back. Her health did not allow that to happen.
Patty died on Jan. 30, 2021 at Lourdes Hospital in Pasco, Wash.
Thomas Edward Foley passed away at his home Feb. 13, 2021 with his 4 children by his side. He was born on Feb.12,1928 in the Foley House on 4th Street in The Dalles, formerly known as The Colonial Building. He was the youngest of 5 children to parents Pat and Mercedes Foley. His father had moved the family from La Grande to The Dalles in 1920 and purchased Hotel Dalles where The Dalles Inn is located today.
Some of Tom’s early work experience started at the family’s Foley Lakes Dairy at the age of 13 or 14. He started his own business career in the restaurant industry, launching the original Dairy Queen at Fourth and Union Streets in 1953. Through his career, he owned a number of burger and ice cream places, including the Irish Treat where Big Jim’s is today and the Hand-Out, now the home of Holstein’s Coffee. He also owned restaurants in Hood River. He enjoyed feeding people and frequently brought his grill to local parades, rodeos, fairs and livestock shows where he served the famous “Hefty Henry” sandwich.
In 1966 Tom built Spooky’s Pizza which he and his family owned and operated until 1984. He leased the restaurant to other pizza companies until 1999 when Bob and Joana Stanek leased the business, revived the original name, and brought back many of Spooky’s original menu items including the “Hefty Henry”.
In 1954 Tom met Marjory Claire Bush, a junior high and high school English teacher whom he married on Oct. 3, 1954. Tom and Marjory raised 4 children while being actively involved in many civic organizations. Tom was president of the local chamber of commerce when he helped convince the board to change the name from The Dalles to The Dalles Area Chamber of Commerce in recognition of the role of rural agriculture in the community’s economy. He was a long time Kiwanis member and to this day they hold weekly meetings at Spooky’s. He also coached Little League, served on the city planning commission and the school board.
Tom was an active member of the Catholic Church in The Dalles. He was one of the original individuals who helped save Old St. Peter’s Landmark, serving as vice president on that board for a number of years. He was a board member of the local branch of the St. Vincent de Paul Society, which seeks to help people in need.
Tom and Marjory purchased a cherry orchard in The Dalles 1981 and expanded the orchard to Dallesport Washington in 1984. In the orchard off season, he and Marjory enjoyed travel and took many cruises around the world.
Tom was preceded in death by his wife, Marjory who died January 14, 2021. He is survived by sons, Tim (Wendy) of Hood River, Bill of White Salmon, John (Sheri) of Dallesport, and Annette Byers of The Dalles; three grandsons, Clint Foley (Kelley) of Eugene, Grayson Byers (Shelby) of Stanfield and Tanner Byers of Bend; three great-grandchildren, Dylan and Ruby Foley of Eugene and Hays Byers of Stanfield.
The family wishes to extend their deep appreciation to Heart of Hospice and Bobbi’s Way for the great care and compassion they extended to Tom and his Family. In lieu of flowers the family suggest donations be sent to Old St. Peter’s Landmark or St. Vincent de Paul. A celebration of life will be held for Tom and Marjory Foley at a future time. A Rosary will be held 5:00 pm Thursday February 25, 2021 at Spencer, Libby & Powell Funeral Home. A funeral mass will be held for Tom Foley 11:00 am Friday February 26, 2021 and St. Peter’s Catholic Church in The Dalles.
Larry Ralph Chain, age 71, resident of The Dalles, Oregon passed away February 2, 2021. He will be laid to rest at Willamette National Cemetery. Spencer, Libby & Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.
Frances Lorraine Rogers, age 92, resident of Dufur, Oregon passed away February 8, 2021. Frances is preceded in death by her beloved husband Emsley Woodruff Rogers and will be laid to rest next to him in a graveside service 10:00 Saturday February 13, 2021 at Dufur Cemetery. Spencer, Libby & Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.
Barbara L. Stephenson, age 80, resident of The Dalles, passed away February 8, 2021. Spencer, Libby & Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.
Gene Arthur Chapman, age 86, resident of The Dalles, previously of Camas Valley, OR., passed away February 4, 2021. Gene retired from the Navy after more than 20 years of service. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife & will be laid to rest next to her in a private service at the Chapman Family Cemetery in Camas Valley. Spencer, Libby & Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.