Michael Arthur Johnson, 77, of The Dalles, Oregon, passed away peacefully on May 15, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of service, friendship, and devotion to family and community.

Born on September 16, 1948, in Yakima, Washington, Michael was the son of Arthur and Opal Johnson. He proudly served his country in the United States Navy during the Vietnam War, an experience that remained an important part of his life and identity.

For many years, The Dalles was the place Michael called home. A hardworking man who never shied away from a challenge, he worked throughout his life as a truck driver, limousine driver, landscaper, and at John Day Dam. No matter the job, Michael was known for his reliability, determination, and willingness to lend a helping hand.

Service to others was at the heart of who Michael was. He dedicated many years as a volunteer firefighter with The Dalles Fire Department, eventually earning the rank of Volunteer Captain. He took great pride in serving and protecting his community and formed lifelong friendships through his years of volunteer service.

Michael was also a passionate model train enthusiast. His love of trains inspired him to establish a train club at the Oregon Veterans Home in The Dalles, where he enjoyed sharing his hobby and bringing joy to fellow veterans and residents. Whether working on a model railroad display or discussing trains with friends, Michael's enthusiasm was contagious.

When he wasn't volunteering or working on trains, Michael enjoyed watching movies, especially classic westerns and films starring John Wayne. He appreciated the stories, characters, and values reflected in those timeless favorites.

Above all, Michael cherished his family. He is survived by his loving wife, Marion Johnson; his son, Brad Johnson; his daughter, Danette Johnson; his brother, Richard Trevis; his sisters, Marilyn Kafulides and Barbara Shannon; and his niece, Katrina Kafulides. He was preceded in death by his parents, Arthur and Opal Johnson.

Michael will be remembered for his generous spirit, strong sense of duty, and unwavering commitment to those he loved. His kindness, humor, and willingness to help others touched many lives and will be deeply missed by all who knew him.

A Graveside Service with Military Honors will be held Tuesday, June 2, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. at I.O.O.F. Three Mile Cemetery, 2565 Three Mile County Road, The Dalles, Oregon 97058.

Spencer, Libby & Powell Funeral Home is in care of arrangements.

Sandra Ann Mausolf, age 63, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away at home on May 29, 2026. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.

Barbara Frances Strickland Bailey (84), of The Dalles, Oregon, died on Mother’s Day, May

10, 2026, at her home.

She was born in 1941, to Rex Strickland and Lorena Matthews Strickland in Seattle,

Washington. Barbara grew up on Magnolia in Seattle before moving to Edmonds, Washington

where she attended high school, trained her Appaloosa horse “Palouse”, and water skied on

Puget Sound. Although she spent her freshman year of college at Washington State

University, she graduated from University of Puget Sound where she was a member of the

Alpha Phi Sorority.

She met her future husband on a blind date, and made him wait for her while her father made

sure he was acceptable. She married Bob Bailey in 1963. She moved to her husband’s cherry

farm in The Dalles, Oregon and had two children, Brenda Frances and Bridget Suzanne.

Barbara was married for 62 years, and lived a life centered around farming, traveling, and trying

to make the world a better place. Her work was as varied as teaching 6th graders at Dry Hollow

Elementary, and later, serving as President of her family real estate business. Barbara’s advocacy

as a “Concerned Citizen” resulted in the relocation of a planned Zirconium plant away from the

Columbia River Gorge. She also testified before Congress to create the Columbia River Gorge

National Scenic Area. Later, Governor Roberts appointed Barbara to serve on the initial

Columbia River Gorge Commission. She beautified her community as a Master Gardner, and by

creating a public green space along Mill Creek, where the Fort Dalles US Army horses were

tethered and cared for.

Barbara backpacked in the Wallowa Mountains and the Three Sisters Wilderness. She trekked

the Himalayas with her brother Tom, guided by her friend Tenzing Norgay. She purchased a

beach house on the Oregon coast and lovingly renovated it to share with friends and family. She

studied dressage, Italian cooking, and gardening techniques in Britain and France. She loved all

animals, and especially her corgis.

Barbara is survived by her husband Bob (The Dalles, Oregon), daughters Brenda (Thomas)

and Bridget (Nisley Bailey), son-in laws Sterling Thomas (The Dalles Oregon), Eric Nisley

(Madras, Oregon), grandson Augustus Thomas (Chicago, Illinois), grand-daughter Elizabeth

Nisley Bailey (San Francisco, California), sister Nancy (Port Townsend, Washington) and

brother Tom (Edmonds, Washington). She was preceded in death by her sister Lorena.

Memorials or donations may be made to Friends of the Columbia Gorge or Columbia Gorge

Humane Society.

Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral home in care of arrangements.

Penny Sue Deurwaarder, age 79, a resident of Wamic, OR, passed away at home on May 20, 2026., Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.

Beau Joseph Christopherson, age 34, a resident of Hood River, OR, passed away May 19, 2026. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.

Sally Ann Hall, age 72, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away at the Oregon Veterans Home on May 23, 2026. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.

Matthew Michael Oakes Geary, age 42, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away at OHSU Hospital on May 22, 2026. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.

Wanda Ive Willis, age 91, a resident of Maupin, OR, passed away at Canyon Rim Assisted Living on May 12, 2026. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.

Irma Irene Nichols, age 61, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away at OHSU Hospital on May 1, 2026. The Funeral Mass will be Friday, May 15, 2026, 4:00 pm at St. Peter Catholic Church, following the Funeral Mass there will be a viewing at Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home from 5:30 to 8:30 pm. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.

Kozet Ann Mitchell, age 50, a resident of Tygh Valley, OR, passed away at home on May 7, 2026. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.

Janet Gail Malott, age 76, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away at Adventist Health Columbia Gorge on May 5, 2026. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.

Lee Allan Thornton, age 72, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away April 24, 2026. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.

Lutah Avis Wallulatum, age 42, a resident of Warm Springs, OR, passed away May 5, 2026. Services begin May 7, 2026, 4:00PM at the Simnasho Longhouse, burial will be Sunrise on May 8, 2026, at the Red Lake Cemetery in Simnasho. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.

Linda Lee Bogart, age 75, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away at Columbia Basin Care Facility on May 5, 2026. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.

Charlotte Ann Velador, age 64, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away at home on May 5, 2026. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.

Mavis J. Ruddell passed away peacefully on May 3, 2026, at the age of 98. She was born on July 14, 1927, in The Dalles, to Harry and Myrtle (Byers) Wickman.

Following World War II, Mavis graduated from University of California, Berkeley in 1947. In 1949, she married her beloved husband, George I. Ruddell, an Air Force fighter pilot. Together, they embarked on a life filled with travel and adventure, living in numerous states and countries throughout George’s military career. Among their favorite assignments were their years in Japan, Vietnam, and the Philippines.

Mavis formed lifelong friendships with fellow Air Force pilots’ wives, offering steadfast support through the unique challenges of military life. A gracious host and exceptional cook, she frequently organized luncheons and gatherings that created a warm sense of community among the pilots’ families.

Raising her family as an Air Force wife became Mavis’s true calling. After 33 years of service, George retired from the Air Force, but his love of flying soon led them to a new chapter in the Virgin Islands, where he flew seaplanes for a commercial airline. They spent 18 wonderful years there before returning to The Dalles to enjoy retirement surrounded by family and friends. Mavis especially cherished family visits and reunions.

To know Mavis was to feel loved. A devoted family woman, she was nothing short of extraordinary. She had an innate ability to make everyone feel seen, cherished, and special—whether through a home-cooked meal, a warm embrace, or the thoughtful way she listened and cared for others. Her love was never passive; it was intentional and ever-present, woven into the everyday moments her family will carry with them always. Mavis was the kind of person whose presence made every room feel warmer and every gathering feel complete.

Mavis was preceded in death by her parents, Harry and Myrtle Wickman; her husband, George; her son, Jeffrey; and her sisters, Shirley (Bud) and Evelyn (Ralph).

She is survived by her sons, Gregory (Cheryl) and Kenneth; her granddaughters, Tiffany (Tyler) and Caitlyn; her step-grandson, Cyrus (Miranda); her great-grandchildren, Mayson, Irelynn, and Daxton; and her step-great-grandchildren, Kassidy, Zachary, and Bryson.

Arrangements are in the care of Spencer, Libby & Powell Funeral Home.

Shawn Elizbeth Ruddell, age 52, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away May 2, 2026. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.

Marilyn Jane Brown, age 99, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away at Adventist Health Columbia Gorge on April 28, 2026. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.

Gary Lee Coffman, age 84, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away at the Oregon Veterans Home on April 27, 2026. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.

Kevin Jack Grabler, age 60, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away at home on April 3, 2026. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.