Stephen R Shockey, age 33, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away on June 30, 2025. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.
Kirby Harold Denny, age 87, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away at a local care facility on July 14, 2025. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.
Jackie Ann Ellison, age 70, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away at Adventist Health Columbia Gorge on July 8, 2025. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.
Fred Henry Stangl, age 70, a resident of Mosier, OR, passed away at home on July 2, 2025. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.
Rose Elizabeth Foster, age 74, a resident of Arlington, OR, passed away at home on June 19, 2025. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.
Marylin (Lin) Gayer Redfern passed away peacefully on June 18, 2025. Lin and her twin sister, Marlene (Lee), were born on January 20, 1946, in Portland, OR. Their parents, Lucille and Eugene Gayer, founded Gene Gayer Jewelers, in The Dalles. Later their son Scott assumed ownership, relocated, and Gayer Jewelers flourished. Lin cherished her memories of spending time with her family along the Deschutes River, the beach, the Wallowa Mountains, Alaska and many other places.
Lin graduated from The Dalles High School (1964) and soon married Bill Booth. They have three children, Julie, Scott, and James. She moved to the Oregon coast, where she met and married Lee Redfern. She loved living on the Oregon coast, and while there would go beach combing with her father. Together, they collected record collections, including hundreds of washed-up flip-flops. They hung these on a line and called them “Lost Souls”.
Lin had a great sense of adventure. She traveled solo across Europe for several weeks. She enjoyed dressing up and making costumes for Halloween, beach combing, hunting, horseback riding, and sunbathing. She was a prolific vegetable gardener and was very artistic in her designs, creating stunning rock gardens and landscapes. In the early 80s, she repainted a VW bug to look like a ladybug, using spray cans. She loved entertaining, and one of her favorites was her FAMOUS clam chowder and shrimp salad for Christmas Eve - it was the best!
She is survived by her husband, Lee, her children, Julie, Scott (Kristen), and James (Jennifer), grandchildren (Schano, Lucy, and William), her twin sister, Lee (Scott), her brother, Scott (Nok), her stepsons Todd and Torey (Jenne) Redfern, and many cousins, nieces, and nephews.
A celebration of life will be held at The Bargeway on July 17, 2025, from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m.
Donna Mae Baldwin, age 86, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away at home on June 21, 2025. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.
Sheryl Jane Kaseberg, age 87, a resident of Wasco, OR, passed away at home on June 23, 2025. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.
George Joseph Kopp, age 76, a resident of Tygh Valley, OR, passed away at home on June 17, 2025. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.
June 11, 1967 - June 19, 2025
Kevin Lee Kumm, 58, of The Dalles, Oregon, passed away on June 19th, 2025. Kevin was born to Sharon and Donald Kumm in The Dalles, Oregon where he remained deeply rooted in the community he loved throughout his life.
A proud graduate of The Dalles High School (class of 1985), Kevin went on to earn a Bachelor of Arts in Business Management from Western Oregon University in 1990. He worked hard and with integrity, building a long and dedicated career where he made many dear friends. Kevin spent 25 years with the Oregon State Lottery, and prior to that, he worked for Coca-Cola and Mount Hood Beverage distributors.
Kevin enjoyed the true beauty of Oregon and was rarely without a camera in hand whether he was fishing, camping, or traveling. He especially loved sharing these moments with his two daughters. He celebrated their successes by cheering them on throughout their lives and capturing these special moments.
Kevin is survived by his beloved daughters, Ashley and Kendyl Kumm; His brother Brett Kumm; his mother, Sharon Kumm. He will be deeply missed by his family, friends, and all who knew him. In honoring Kevin’s memory, we remember the man who lived with love, loyalty, and laughter - and who left this world a better place simply by being in it.
A Memorial Service to celebrate Kevin’s life will be held at Spencer Libby & Powell Funeral Home, scheduled for 12:00 pm on Saturday, June 28, 2025. Reception to follow at The Grill Steak and Seafood, 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm; 4550 Highway 30 West, The Dalles, Oregon 97058.
Thomas Lee Tripp, age 59, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away at a local hospital on June 20, 2025. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.
Bryce William Molesworth, age 82, a resident of Mosier, OR, passed away at home on June 19, 2025. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.
Dallas Wayne Dugger, age 73, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away at home on June 14, 2025. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.
Lillian Viola Arends, age 78, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away at a local care facility on June 16, 2025. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.
Nancy Jo Hyder, age 74, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away at home on June 10, 2025. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.
LaVine Alice Knowles was born June 17, 1931, in Eugene, Oregon, to Florene Hill Knowles and Eugene Isom Knowles and passed away June 5, 2025, in The Dalles, Oregon. In her early years, she lived with her paternal grandparents on their farm in Trent. She attended school in Trent Grade School where her father, uncle, and three aunts received their primary education. She graduated from Springfield Union High School in 1949.
Living with her father and stepmother, her early memories were of severe rationing during World War II, the difficulty buying tires or gasoline, and driving without headlights on in the dark. She recalled the family moving closer to her father’s job as an edger at the sawmill, so he could walk to work. She was also able to walk to school.
After high school, LaVine moved to Portland, taking a job at Portland General Electric working with the janitorial crew, cleaning the entire sixth floor, but was soon moved to running the elevator, a position she liked much better. Eventually LaVine became a teacher’s aide, a position she truly enjoyed, working with children.
LaVine married John Pelles August 11th, 1951, in Silverton at the Assembly of God Church. They had two daughters: Mary Catherine in 1954 and Judy Ann in 1955. LaVine and John also welcomed John Sr.’s son from a previous marriage, John Jr. John Sr. passed away February 1979.
LaVine married Eldred Richard Rathkey December 29, 1979, in Salem, Oregon. They enjoyed living on the coast at Pacific City, then moving inland to a ten-acre place outside Dallas, Oregon. They both enjoyed gardening, reading, and grandkids. A trip to Alaska to visit granddaughter Amy and her family was a highlight of their travels. They also enjoyed family and especially the annual Rathkey Cousins’ Picnic.
LaVine loved writing and her writing group in the Dallas / Salem area. She authored two books “Chalk Dust and Choices” a novel, and “A Time to Go” which was a history of the Watts family migration from England to Canada. She also wrote a children’s book, “Rupert Goes To Town” with illustrations by her sister-in-law Dorothy Rathkey Schattenkerk. She loved her family, going to coffee, telling stories, watching the pelicans at The Dalles Dam, and gardening.
LaVine was predeceased by John Pelles, Eldred Richard Rathkey, stepson Raymond Rathkey, stepson John (Jack) Pelles, son in law, John Gozeleski, and daughter Judy Ann Pelles-Thomas. She leaves behind daughter Mary Pelles Edmunds (Dean), stepdaughter Rita Rathkey (Scott McKay), daughter in law, Carol Rathkey Van Hyning, and grandchildren, Amy Rathkey Gozeleski, Jana Rathkey Murphy (Warren), Andrew McKay (Ariana Sanchez) and Hillary McKay, as well as five great grandchildren and multiple nieces and nephews. We rejoice in her faith and know she is still enjoying storytelling and gardening.
Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.
Kenneth Arlen Farner, age 93, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away at home on June 7, 2025. Viewings will be held at Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home on June 27, 2025, from 2-6 PM and June 28, 2025, from 8-11 AM, Celebration of Life, June 28, 2025, 1 PM at Gateway Church 1111 Dry Hollow Rd, The Dalles, Graveside Service, 3 PM at Odd Fellows Cemetery on Cherry Heights Rd. In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting donations towards The Dalles Habitat for Humanity at 111 E 5th St, The Dalles, OR 97058 or O.S.H.U. Foundation Fund: O.S.H.U. Brain Institute, P.O. box 29017 Portland, OR 97296. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.
Scott Gorton, age 67, a resident of Mosier, OR, passed away at home on June 10, 2025. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.
Elsie Walker and her grandson Jeremy DePriest
ELSIE MAE WALKER 1930-2025
Elsie Mae Walker of The Dalles passed away June 5th, 2025, at the Oregon Veterans Home. She was 95.
Elsie was born January 4th, 1930, in Mott, North Dakota, daughter of T. Elmer and Lillian Hawn. In 1948 she graduated from Eureka High School in California. While in Eureka, she met Eldon Walker. They were married for over 40 years and together raised four children: Jerri Walker DePriest, Peggy Walker (Richards), Tom Walker and Jeanne Walker.
Elsie lived for her four children, ten grandchildren, and fourteen great grandchildren and was a model of kindness and compassion throughout her life. Accordingly, she supported and encouraged many, including her granddaughters. This encouragement came from experience, wisdom, strength and dreams which reach beyond her time.
She was proud of her career as a rural mail carrier in Dufur and thoroughly loved the years spent and friendships made in the Dufur community. Eastern Star was an important purpose for Elsie, and she served as Worthy Matron. She also greatly appreciated her birthday club, the Red Hat Society, Garden Club, tours and travels, her gym membership, and most of all the many dear friends associated with these groups. In fact, it is the relationships built with those around her, which lie at the heart of Elsie’s long life.
Elsie was preceded in death by her husband Eldon, her daughter and son-in-law Jerri and Harold DePriest and her three sisters. She is survived by her daughter Peggy Walker and her husband Bruce Richards, her son Tom Walker and his wife Georgie, her daughter Jeanne Walker, and all of her grandchildren and great grandchildren.
No memorial service is planned, other than an immediate family gathering to celebrate Elsie’s life. If inclined, donations may be made to the Jerri Walker DePriest Memorial Endowment Fund at Dufur Schools. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.
Paul Eugene Treanor
June 13, 1944 – May 26, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Paul Eugene Treanor, a beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather, husband, and friend. Born on June 13, 1944, in Portland, Oregon, to Odell Richard Treanor and Esther Leona Andrews. Paul spent his early years in Boring, Oregon, until his family moved to Wamic, Oregon. He made a home for his family in Tygh Valley before moving to Salem in 2004.
Paul graduated from Wasco County High School in 1962 and proudly served in the Army National Guard from 1965 to 1971, demonstrating his dedication to his country. Throughout his life, he wore many hats, always working with purpose and pride. He was a rancher, managing 3,500 acres alongside his father and Bill Cody, and a skilled tradesman who built homes in the Wamic area. His career also included roles as a mill worker at Mt. Fir Lumber Company from 1974 to 1989 and as a boiler room operator for the Oregon State Corrections Institution.
More than his many vocations, Paul was a man of deep connection. He was a devoted husband to Jeralee (Graves) Treanor for 27 years and the father of five children: Melissa Pease, Michael Barrett (Tanya), Brian Barrett (Dianne), Margaret Horlacher (Gary), and Joseph Lamoreaux (Amanda), as well as ten grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by his parents, Odell and Esther, and wife Jeralee, and survived by his five children, sisters, Donna Wallace (Les) and Judy Darr (James), and three nephews and their children.
Paul's presence was a gift to all who knew him. He will be remembered for his honesty, integrity, and generosity. His legacy lives on through the love he shared, the lessons he imparted, and the lives he touched.
A graveside service will begin at noon on June 14th at Three Mile Cemetery, 2565 Three Mile Rd, The Dalles, OR, with a gathering of family and friends to follow immediately at the Dallesport Community Center, 136 6th Ave, Dallesport, WA 98617. Donations can be made in his honor to OHSU Doernbecher Children’s Hospital.