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.

Joshua Carl Olsen, age 37, a resident of The Dalles, passed away at OHSU on May 26, 2025. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.

Judith Marie Brackenbury, age 73, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away at Adventist Health Columbia Gorge on May 27, 2025. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.

Jora Jean Benson Phetteplace, age 83, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away at home on May 20, 2025. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.

Jack Allan Curry, age 77, a resident of Maupin, OR, passed away at home May 17, 2025. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.

Michael Shawn Duncan, age 52, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away May 4, 2025. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.

Caysen Lee Jensen, age 3, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away at Adventist Health Columbia Gorge on May 17, 2025. A Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, May 31, 2025, 10 AM at Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home with a Graveside Service to follow at Odd Fellows Cemetery on Cherry Heights Road at Noon. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.

Wayne Harris Stout, age 79, a resident of Maupin, OR, passed away at home on May 12, 2025. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.

Jo Ann (Tenney) Fisher, 72, unexpectedly passed away May 9, 2025, at her home in The Dalles, Oregon with her husband Rusty by her side.

Jo Ann was born on May 30, 1952, in Hood River, Oregon to Joe William Tenney and Ethel Mae Tenney. She is survived by her husband R. Rust (Rusty) Fisher of The Dalles, her brother Mike Tenney of Monmouth, Oregon (Val), sister Barb Hosford (Mitch) of Hood River, Oregon stepbrothers: Bob Walden (Connie), Bill Walden, Greg Walden (Mylene), and Anthony Walden, Marta Simons and Hannah Simons. Pet survivors include canine companions, Hanz and Fritz. She was preceded in death by her first husband, Lewis Wixon.

Jo Ann spent much of her life working in Hawaii and Alaska before returning to The Dalles in the late 1990s. For 11 years she managed a store in Mililani, Hawaii before moving to Anchorage, Alaska where for 17 years she worked for the Alaska Industrial Development and Export Authority in real estate and finance. When she moved back to The Dalles, she went to work for Columbia River Bank, and for many years led Jazzercize classes at the Civic Center.

Jo Ann attended elementary, junior high and high school in The Dalles and graduated from Puyallup High School in Puyallup, Washington in 1970. She attended Pacific Lutheran University.

Growing up she was a competitive swim team athlete, perfecting the individual medley, breaststroke, and freestyle races, achieving state records in La Grande, Oregon. She was a cheerleader and participated in The Dalles Booster Club and loved mountain skiing, sang in small and large groups, and played instruments in the band, such as glockenspiel, clarinet and bass clarinet.

In retirement, she stayed very active riding bikes, playing the ukulele with friends and family, jazzercising, sewing quilts and with her amazing crafting projects. She gave back to the community with service on The Dalles Planning Commission and as a volunteer and treasurer with the Habitat for Humanity. She also helped with the Holiday Festival of Trees.

She and Rusty celebrated nine years of marriage in April. They created a beautiful life together. They enjoyed traveling and spending time at their cabin in Wrightwood, California.

A private, family burial is planned for next month at Idlewilde Cemetery in Hood River. Her wish was that in lieu of flowers, please make donations to Habitat for Humanity, PO Box 378 The Dalles, or online at https://columbiagorgehabitat.org/giving-to-habitat

Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements

Gerine Minnette Mackey, known as Geri, passed away peacefully in her home on May 15, 2025. Geri and her sister Jackie were born September 9, 1962, to Ceila and Jack Lorts in Norwalk California.

From an early age Geri was adventurous, whether it was performing with her parents or cooking up mischief with her sister, Geri was determined to succeed in everything she did. When the girls were 11, Geri's family relocated to Douglas County Oregon. Geri attended high school at South Umpqua Highschool and graduated from Canyonville Bible Academy in 1980.

Geri's first love was musical theater, she attended college at Southern Oregon University and Umpqua Community College, where she studied theater. Geri spent many years active in UACT community theater in Douglas County. She also participated in and won many karaoke contests and spent several years in the choir at Roseburg First United Methodist Church.

In 2002 Geri and her children relocated to The Dalles, where she called home for the rest of her life. She was active in recovery programs for the first many years. She worked at Dennys, where she was well known for her wonderful service and community connections. Geri was a tender-hearted woman with a deep, deep passion to see equality the world. She was an advocate for women, LGBTQ, the homeless and countless other persecuted persons and groups. Always clad in dresses of pink, purple and tye dye. Geri never missed a festival or gathering, but she was always the happiest when she was rooting for her Niners. One of her greatest joys was watching NFL 49ers football with her children and grandchildren, especially her grandson Timmy with whom she even got to attend a game, a lifelong goal.

Geri is survived by her children, Ashara, Aubrey, Olivia, Portia and bonus children Ronald, Drew, Brendon and Margaret, her mother Celia, and her sisters Jacqueline and Virginia, as well as her grandchildren Kendra, Malachi, Jestina, Jeremiah, Jemini, Timothy, Alyson, August, Bennett, Atticus, Celia, Kaydence, Skylar, Carson and Zoey. She was preceded in death by her daughter Alyssa, husband Bill and father Jack.

A lover of music, theater sports and community, but most of all her family, Geri will be missed beyond words. Her love, passions and legacy will live on forever in her children and grandchildren for generations to come.

A Celebration of Life will be held May 31, 2025, 2:00 p.m. at The Dalles First United Methodist Church, 305 E. 11th Street, The Dalles, Oregon. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.

Lee Kaseberg 85, of Wasco, unexpectedly died Wednesday, May 7, 2025, during a medical procedure. A celebration of his life will be held Saturday, June 7 at 1pm at the Sherman School gym in Moro. Referees are asked to wear their stripes. Instead of flowers, donations are suggested to The Dalles Meals on Wheels, PO Box 689, The Dalles OR 97058.

Lee was born November 29, 1939, to Paulen and Margilee Morse Kaseberg, and lived almost all of his life on or near the homestead property west of Wasco. He and siblings Terry and Alice grew up surrounded by many cousins and extended family. Lee and cousin Larry went to the 1953 National Boy Scout Jamboree in California, and Lee returned home knowing how to play poker.

Lee attended Wasco Grade School, Moro High School, and in 1957 was part of the first class to graduate from the consolidated high school. His only time living out of Sherman County, Lee moved to Eugene to major in History at the University of Oregon, "where in my junior year I found a cute Sigma Kappa by the name of Karen".

Lee and Karen were married August 19, 1961, and have three children: Cindy, Brett, and Deron. He welcomed their spouses into the family: Charley Brown, Tina Kaseberg and Twila Kaseberg. Lee was actively involved in the lives of his children and truly loved being a grandparent. He always thought "great grandpa" was an adjective, not just a title. His pride and joy: Justin Brown and Amanda Richey with Eva and Dutcher; Stanton Brown; Riley Brown; Stephanie Kaseberg and Bryan Vanek with Ryder; Stacy and Steven Kane with Harper, Henry and Hayden; Shelby Kaseberg and Brandon Gosson with Colt; Hollee and Kaleb Sperry; Hunter Kaseberg; Eric and Megan Temple with Dallas (and one on the way); Jacob and Jordan Temple with Lincoln and Delaney; and Alison Kaseberg Worth and Dylan Worth.

Lee was always very community minded. He was a 65-year member of the BPOE Elks in The Dalles and a life member of the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation, helping with fundraisers and activities. These included The Dalles Meals on Wheels and concessions at the Wasco County Fairgrounds. Lee also supported 4-H and FFA youth for 50+ years, helping at livestock weigh-ins for local shows and fairs, and donating at the livestock auctions.

He coached baseball at the youth and high school levels in Sherman County and Maupin, and coached all three of his kids, a future son-in-law, and one grandson. As a young couple, Lee and Karen attended many OSU-UofO civil war games, rain or shine. He always cheered for Oregon and was grumpy duck at dinner if the Beavers won the game.

Lee began as a basketball referee at age 40 and football at age 60. When he retired from officiating in 2020, he was one of the oldest active referees in the state. In 2015, OAOA awarded him State Football Official of the Year. People have called him "The Teaching Referee" due to his focus on helping youth learn. Lee was a fixture at the OSAA state 1A basketball tournament in Baker City. Once in 1988 as a referee, and many years managing the hospitality room for the referees.

As part of the Sherman County Barnstormers community theatre group, Lee served on the board, helped build sets, directed several plays, acted and chaired the casino nights. He never needed a mike on stage.

As a farmer with his father and brother as K-3 Ranches, Lee was a life member of the Oregon Wheat League, served on the Sherman Co-op Board, and received the OSU Diamond Pioneer Award in 2013. A recycler all his life, in 1990 Lee started the Sherman County Recycling Program near the Wasco Farm Store. He generously donated the proceeds to youth organizations, school activities and special projects. The Association of Oregon Recyclers awarded him "Recycler of the Year" as special recognition in 1996.

His hobbies have always included playing cards, drinking coffee, eating chocolate chip cookies and ice cream with Nesquik on top, telling stories, hunting, spending time at the cabin in Wallowa County and his lifetime love of the Dodgers. He was quite a creature of habit, always stopping at the same restaurants and rest areas on every drive he made to Eastern Oregon or Portland. Lee was a one-in-a-million guy and quite a character.

Delia Ortega Lopez, age 88, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away at home on May 13, 2025. A Viewing/Visitation will be May 18, 2025, 6 pm at Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home, Rosary will be May 19, 2025, 12:30 pm at St. Peter’s Catholic Church with Funeral Mass at 1:00 PM and Graveside Service to follow. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.

Marjorie Ann Stevenson, age 88, a resident of Dufur, OR, passed away at home on May 13, 2025. A Celebration of Life will be held at Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home on June 27, 2025, at 1 pm. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.