Randall Dee Noble, 69, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away January 04, 2023. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.
John Wyman Jensen, age 86, a resident of Maupin, OR, passed away December 27, 2022. A Graveside service will be held January 14, 2023, 12:00 pm at the Kelly Cemetery in Maupin. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.
Gary Dean Thompson, age 79, a resident of Moro, OR, passed away December 28, 2022. A Private family Graveside Service will be held with a Celebration of Life to be held at a later date. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.
Roelina Dempsey, age 54, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away December 01, 2023. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.
Terrence Victor Hamilton, age 69, a resident of Rowena, OR, passed away December 17, 2022. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.
Yuk Chu Wong, age 95, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away December 23, 2022. A Family burial will take place at the Odd Fellows Cemetery on Three mile rd. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.
Victor Jason Vanek, age 53, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away January 1, 2022. A celebration of life will be held at a later date. Spencer, Libby & Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.
William “Willie” Flores, age 74, passed away on December 22, 2022, at home in The Dalles surrounded by his immediate family. Sadly, he left us after a long battle of Alzheimer and Dementia.
Willie was born in Bayamon, Puerto Rico, then moved to New York and California, where he met the love of his life, best friend, soulmate of 45 years, Martha. Willie was the “Rock” that kept us strong. He was full of life. We will miss his laughter, jokes, he was always funny. Willie enjoyed cooking, dancing, music, traveling, helping other, and sports cars. His dream came true, and he opened His restaurant (Mexican) in Lynnwood, WA. Antique and refinishing store in Fresno, CA, over 20 years.
Wille was very compassionate, caring, and supportive. He loved all his family. Each one was special and still are. We would like to give a special thanks to his Caregivers Andrea and Tommy for the last five years. Also, to the home health Nurses, Amanda, Amy and staff.
Willie is preceded in death by his parents Guillermo and Benadicta. His twin brother Guillo and sister Rosa.
Survived by Martha (Wife), Andrea (Mike) and Sandy (Daughters), Tommy, Elizabeth, Marc and Hannah (Grandchildren), Mason and Bella (Great grandchildren), Ricky Enriquez (Godson), Ricky (Brother), Angie, Elba and Luisa (Sisters), Annette, Mandy, Niyah, Nicole, Alycia, Selia, Alejandra and numerous others (Neices), Edwin, Felipito, Sal, Marques, Alex, Ricky and many more. Alice (Sister-in-law), Salvador (Brother-in-law). And Many Uncles, Aunts, Cousins and friends. Aunt Ida and Uncle Rod.
Visitational and Prayer service will be held at Spencer, Libby & Powell Gathering Hall on January 5, 2023, at 5:00pm. Funeral mass service will be held at St. Peter’s Church on January 6, 2023, at 10:30am.
April Dawn VanTassel was born on October 9, 1971, to Bobby Leroy VanTassel and Candice Dawn (Hopper) VanTassel in Columbia MO.
It was discovered early in April’s life that she was born with Angelman’s Syndrome, a rare disorder that left her unable to speak and left her intellectually at a toddler’s age. Despite this diagnosis, April was able to enthusiastically participate in Special Olympics, attend school, and eventually graduate from Hood River Valley High School with the Class of 1991. Even though her condition caused her world to be smaller than most, her world was a happy one.
She loved bright colors, laughing at the antics of the family dog or backyard squirrels, and trips to the beach or zoo with her parents. She loved it when her sister Debbie drove her through Schreiner Farms to see their exotic animals. She could usually be found at home laughing at videos she’d seen a hundred times or clapping along to a revival on TV.
April was a daddy’s girl and adored her father Bobby until his passing in 2000. She also loved her mom, grandma, sister, and three nephews. Family gatherings were always a highlight for her. What April didn’t like was hats. Anyone wearing a hat in the house learned not to do it again. Getting your hat back from her Kung-fu grip was nearly impossible. Above all, April loved everything about Christmas. She loved the family, the movies, the music, the bright lights, Santa Claus, and especially opening gifts-even those that weren’t hers! Because of her love for Christmas, it was fitting that she left this earthly life at Christmas time. April passed away suddenly from cancer, surrounded by loving family, on Friday, December 23rd.
April was preceded in death by her father, Bobby, and her Grandparents James and Marjorie Hopper. She now sits in her Heavenly Father’s presence, eternally singing his praises in the perfect voice she couldn’t use on earth.
April is survived by her devoted mother Candice VanTassel, her loving sister and brother-in-law Debbie and Nate Larson, and her nephews Jonathan Larson of Vancouver, WA; Jeffrey Larson of Washington, DC; and Joshua Larson of Hood River, as well as a great nephew that has yet to arrive. She is also survived by her half-sisters Rhonda and Vicki of Kerman CA, and an extensive family of aunts, uncles, and cousins.
The family wishes to thank the compassionate and professional care given by Mid-Columbia Medical Center, Mid-Columbia Fire & Rescue, City of The Dalles Police, and Spencer, Libby & Powell Funeral Home.
April, we miss you. Your life mattered.
Johnny Raymond Espeland, age 87, a resident of Tygh Valley, OR, passed away December 27, 2022. Celebration of life at a later date. Spencer, Libby & Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.
In his time, Carl worked as a deep-sea diver, long haul truck driver, chef and caterer for family, friends and community, manager, and bartender for local establishments in San Francisco “Club House ''. He was a Union representative for San Francisco’s Teamster Union Local 856, Local 860, and Local 85. In the Dalles he was a Ranch handler for Arrowhead Ranch in the early 90’s. Carl did volunteer work with The Dalles school systems to serve as a liaison for the school system and the local Samoan community and youth. A man with many hats. Carl retired and enjoyed time with family and friends, planting in his garden, hunting and fishing.
Carl is survived by his wife, children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, brothers, sisters, cousins, nieces, and nephews.
And preceded in death by Salave’a Mapuilefala Lanulelei (Father), Satuiasina Tuatagaloa Tu’ufuli (Mother), Maloualua Maluia (Sister) and Mapuilefala Tu’ufuli (Brother.
A Viewing will be held at Spencer, Libby & Powell Gathering Hall, 1100 Kelly Ave. The Dalles, OR, January 12th, 2023 at 10:00am. Graveside to follow at Odd Fellows Cemetery, 1100 18th St. The Dalles, OR, at 12:00pm
Carl Lanulelei Tu’ufuli, age 75, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away December 18, 2022. Spencer, Libby & Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.
April Dawn VanTassel, age 51, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away December 23, 2022. Spencer, Libby & Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.
Earnest Raymond Douglass, age 84, a resident for Dallesport, WA, passed away December 24, 2022. Celebration of Life at a later date. Spencer, Libby & Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.
William Flores, age 74. a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away December 22, 2022. A Rosary will be held at Spencer , Libby & Powell Gathering Hall, 1100 Kelly Ave. The Dalles, OR, on January 5, 2023 at 5:00pm. The Funeral will be held at St. Peters Church January 6, 2023 at 10:30am , Burial to follow at St. Peters Cemetery. Spencer, Libby & Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.
Mary Helen Smith, of Dufur, died December 13, 2022, at Mid-Columbia Medical Center. She was 77 years old. Mary was born to Lester and Harriet DePriest on August 15, 1945, in The Dalles, Oregon. She grew up riding horses around the Friend countryside, and after graduating from Dufur High School, went on to get a Masters of Education from Marylhurst College. For many years, Mary taught and tutored high school math to students in the Maupin and Dufur school districts. In 1969, she married Keith Smith and soon after they had one daughter, Shannon. Together, they spent 53 years running farm and ranch properties in the Friend, Tygh Valley, and Tygh Ridge areas.
She is survived by her husband, Keith; daughter Shannon (Ryan) Bessette; grandson Taylor Hovland; and nieces and nephews Carrie (Tim) Seitz, Brian DePriest, Jeremy DePriest, and Tony (Tina) Neal. She was preceded in death by her parents; brother Harold DePriest and sister Anna “Chip” Neal. Mary loved teaching and collecting and living on the farm, but above all, she loved animals. She cared for hundreds of animals, big and small, that she considered members of her family.
Because of this love for animals, the family will be making a donation to Home at Last in her name and requests that in lieu of flowers please make a donation to an animal rescue organization of your choice. A private service will be held on family property at a later date.
Mary Helen Smith, age 77, a resident of Dufur, OR, passed away December 13, 2022. Spencer, Libby & Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.
Teresa Evalyn Fegel, age 72, a resident of Dallesport, WA, passed away December 19, 2022. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Spencer, Libby & Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.
Connie Louise Sigsbee, age 91, a resident of Dallesport, WA, passed away December 15, 2022. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.
Elizabeth Margaret Fullenwider, age 94, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away December 10, 2022. Spencer, Libby & Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.