Larry Neal Ward, age 74, resident of Dallesport, Washington passed away August 26, 2020. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.
Gary Kenji Abe, age 68, resident of Washougal, Washington, passed away August 28, 2020 in The Dalles, Oregon. Spencer, Libby & Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.
Our cherished and beloved Vicky Jean Lloyd (Wassenmiller) went home to be with the Lord on July 21, 2020, at her home in The Dalles, OR.
Her journey began on October 25, 1954. Vicky was born in The Dalles, OR, to Fredrick Jacob Wassenmiller and Shirley Ann Wassenmiller (Reger) at the historic Hamilton Hospital (now Mid-Columbia Medical Arts Bldg). She was the first born of three children and the protective sister to brothers Rick Wassenmiller (The Dalles, OR) and Fred Wassenmiller (Vancouver, WA).
She attended the historic Thompson Addition School and Colonel Wright Elementary School in The Dalles, OR. At age 13, Vicky and her brothers relocated to Osgood, MO, with their mother. Here, she made three lifelong friendships that were like sisters to her. The four of them were known as "The Osgood Girls". She will always be an Osgood Girl. She graduated from Grundy County R-V High School in 1972 and moved to Kansas City, MO.
At age 21, she met her husband in Kansas City at a wire manufacturing plant where they both worked. He noticed her forklift driving and cute bib overalls. She noticed his fast car, charm, and witty sense of humor. In 1983, at age 28, they were married in Kansas City and soon had three children. In 1989, they moved to The Dalles where she considered her true home to be. She cherished all of the natural beauty that surrounds the Columbia River Gorge. She especially loved the notable beauty that comes alive during the fall season.
Vicky was a devoted wife, mother to her three girls, and grandmother to her three grandchildren. Her love for all of them was endless. She felt truly blessed to have been given these most precious gifts that life has to offer. She was a dear friend to many and valued all of her close friendships.
She will always hold an unwavering space in the hearts of her husband, Darrell Lloyd, her daughters, Lisa Dexter (Lloyd), Laura Tedford (Lloyd), and Lacey Lloyd. She will always watch over her grandchildren, Alivia Dexter (4), Ethan Dexter (1), and Jacob Tedford (5 months). Her role of Grammy was her most honored and highly regarded. It was the role she had waited a lifetime for. You could often hear her saying "I love those babies!".
She taught us all how to love with all of our heart, give with all of our heart, and trust in God with all of our heart. Additionally, she taught us what to do with our dash. Her dash from 1954 to 2020 is full of so much life, love, and faith. Among so many things, her beauty, smile, undying love, spiritual leadership, compass to home, and zest for all of life's adventures will be so incredibly missed. Most of all, we will miss her dash that signifies the time when we shared this life together. She is a true gem the world has lost and Heaven has gained. She remained a constant bright gem in all of our lives, even in times of reaching for her highest levels of strength. She is truly the strongest person we will ever know. We will see you in our dreams until we meet again, Momma. xoxoxo
Well done, good and faithful servant! Matthew 25:21
Gilbert Lopez Alcarez Jr., age 56, residence unknown, passed away August 22, 2020. Arrangements are pending and in care of Spencer, Libby & Powell Funeral Home.
Lois Claire Foust, age 87, resident of The Dalles, Oregon passed away August 11, 2020. Spencer, Libby & Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.
Sharon “FISH” Ann Cloud, age 68, resident of Lyle, Washington passed away August 22, 2020. Funeral and burial services have been held. Spencer, Libby & Powell in care of arrangements.
Diane Sharon Sexton, age 73, resident of The Dalles, Oregon passed away August 24, 2020. A memorial gathering will be held at a later date, details will be posted on Spencer, Libby & Powell Website once they are finalized.
Sandra Yvette Garrison Geiser, age 85, resident of The Dalles, Oregon, passed away August 15, 2020. A Service to celebrate her life and remember God’s promise of resurrection will be held 1:00 September 19, 2020 at Gateway Presbyterian Church, 1111 Dry Hollow Road, The Dalles, Oregon.
Vance Ray Morgan, age 85, resident of Oregon Veterans Home, The Dalles, Oregon, passed away August 10, 2020. Spencer, Libby & Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.
Donald Benjamin Sanders, age 65, resident of The Dalles, Oregon passed away August 9, 2020. Spencer, Libby & Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.
Steven R. King, age 71, a resident of The Dalles Or., passed away at his home Aug. 6, 2020. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.
Nancy Sauer, age 76, a resident of The Dalles, Or. passed away Aug. 7, 2020 at a local hospital. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.
Steven M. McKercher, age 76, a resident of Tygh Valley, Or. passed away at home Aug. 4, 2020. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.
Raymond LaMarche passed away peacefully on August 3, 2020, at his residence in Medford, Ore. Born on December 3, 1934, in The Dalles, he was the ninth of 11 children of Charles Joseph and Annette Agnes (McManus) LaMarche.
He lived most of his life in The Dalles, Ore. He was a basketball star in high school, graduating from St. Mary’s Academy in 1953. He was drafted into the Army in 1957 and served until 1959, stationed in France. While stationed in France, he purchased a Volkswagen bug and traveled extensively through Europe. After serving in the Army, he had his VW shipped back to the U.S. and drove it from New York to The Dalles.
He hired out for the Union Pacific Railroad when he was 18 and retired as a conductor after 47 years. He was a member of St. Peter's Catholic Church, Eagles and Elks Lodge, and Union Pacific Old Timers.
He was known for being a great storyteller, funny, kind, generous, and was well-loved. Raymond moved to Medford in late 2017 for health reasons.
He had an adventurous spirit. During his younger years, he raced motorcycles and did flat tracking, cross country, and motocross for many years, until the early 70s. He also enjoyed camping, white water rafting, waterskiing, sailing, snowmobiling, and going to classic car shows. He was an amateur inventor and loved to tinker in the garage on different projects which sometimes led to unexpected outcomes and funny stories. He also loved all types of music and dancing the two-step to country-western music.
He first met his wife, Ruth, in 1960 and they started dating on March 17, 1961. They married in December of that same year. Together they had five children, Lori, William, Jonathan, Danielle, and Julie, and seven grandchildren.
He is survived by his wife Ruth, and sister Kathryn A. Wilson, Albany (Oregon), and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his brother, Donald, Francis, Richard, and sisters, Mary, Evelyn, Dorothy, Margaret, Cecilia, and Patricia.
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, a memorial service will not be held. However, the family hopes to have a memorial when it is safe to do so. Recitation of Rosary and Mass of Christian Burial will be at 1 p.m. on Saturday, August 8, at St. Peter's Catholic Church with Father Joseph Levine. Interment will follow at St. Peter's Catholic Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Mary’s Academy, The Dalles, OR.
Viewing is scheduled for Friday, August 7, 2020 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm and Saturday, August 8, 2020 8:30 am to 11:30 am at Spencer, Libby & Powell Funeral Home in The Dalles, Oregon.
Behrouz Anthony Peters, age 47, resident of Rolfe, Iowa passed away August 1, 2020. Spencer, Libby & Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.
July 12, 1929 - July 29, 2020
George “Dick” Overman, age 91, died Wednesday at the Oregon Veterans Home in The Dalles, Oregon.
Born in The Dalles, Dick enlisted in the United States Navy in 1946. He served as a sonarman aboard multiple destroyers in the Pacific before and during the Korean War.
Dick was married to LaVelle Bolton on August 6, 1950. They worked their wheat farm south of town and raised their daughter, Pamela. In addition to farmer, husband, and father, Dick was also a full-time employee at Clifford Martin in town. In his “spare time”, Dick served for 14 years on the Wasco County-The Dalles City Recreation Commission, 12 years on the Mid-Columbia Community TV Board, 16 years on the Northern Wasco County PUD Board, 20 years on the Wasco County Soil and Water Conservation District Board, and he was an active member of the Oregon Wheat League.
Dick was predeceased by his brother John in 1998 and his daughter Pam in 2012. He is survived by his loving wife of nearly 70 years, LaVelle. He is also survived by brother Carl, of Bakersfield, CA; son-in-law Ron Moffitt of Redmond; grandson Kit Moffitt and wife Charlotte Scofield of Mount Vernon, WA; grandson Kurt Moffitt and wife Jenni Moffitt of Redmond, and two great-grandchildren Kelsie and Tanner of Redmond.
Graveside service is scheduled for 11am on Saturday, August 1, at the Three Mile Cemetery in The Dalles. Attendants will be asked to wear masks and respect social distancing.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Oregon Veteran’s Home of The Dalles.
David Alvin Wuorenma, age 64, resident of The Dalles, Oregon passed away July 27, 2020. Private services will be held. Spencer, Libby & Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.
Jewell Ann Snyder, age 84, resident of The Dalles, passed away July 26, 2020. A Family Gathering will be held at a later date. Spencer, Libby & Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.
Shirley Mae Heath, age 77, resident of Warm Springs, Oregon passed away July 23, 2020. She was laid to rest July 25, 2020 at South Junction Cemetery.
Marvin Eric Moeller, age 78, resident of The Dalles, Oregon, passed away July 24, 2020. He will be laid to rest in a private burial.