Cheryl Carter passed away in her home in The Dalles, OR, on January 27, 2025. 

Cheryl Denise Tucker was born October 12, 1958, to Tommy Ladon Tucker and Esther Caroline (Hill) Tucker in Medford, OR. She was the third of four children. The Tucker Family moved to Prineville, OR in 1962. Cheryl attended school in Prineville until she graduated Crook County High School in 1977. 

Cheryl moved to The Dalles in 1980. She met Dana Carter in 1981 and married in May of 1984. They welcomed their first born Denissa Carter (Rouse) in November of 1984. Later they move to Troutdale where they welcomed their two sons, Ross Carter in March of 1988 and Logan Carter in November of 1989. They moved to Terrebone in 1992. In 1998, Cheryl and Dana divorced  and Cheryl and the kids moved back home to Prineville, OR.

In 2001, Cheryl received her Associates Degree in Medical Billing and  Coding from Central Oregon Community College in Bend, OR. After graduation she moved back to The Dalles, OR, where she worked at MCMC in the Home Health Office. Cheryl loved living in The Dalles where she watched her kids grow, get married, and have kids of their own. She moved back to Prineville in 2013. 

Her pride and joy were her 10 grandkids; David Rouse, Delanee Rouse, Delila Rouse, Kelly Carter, Daisy Rouse, Elizabeth Carter, Jase Carter, Nahla Carter, and twin boys Evan and Emmett Carter. When Cheryl wasn’t spending time with her kids or grandkids she loved gardening, camping, fishing, and a good fire. After many health issues, Cheryl ended up moving back to The Dalles, OR, with her son Logan.

She is preceded in death by her mother, Esther (Hill) Tucker; sister, Ladonna Tucker; brother, Gary Tucker; and nephew, Thomas Tucker. She leaves behind her daughter, Denissa (Dave) Rouse of Prineville, OR; son, Ross (Kristine) Carter of Condon, OR; son, Logan (Monica) Carter of the The Dalles, OR; and her 10 grandkids listed above. Her brother, Wes (Margaret) Tucker and Neice, Tavya Tucker all of Madras, OR.

Services for Cheryl will be held at the Juniper Canyon Baptist Church, 9180 SE Juniper Canyon Rd., Prineville, OR, on February 7, 2025, at 1pm. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.

Larry Wayne Metzker, age 77, a resident of Arlington, OR, passed away at a local care facility on January 28, 2025. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.

Betty June Polehn, born June 5, 1929, died Jan. 1, 2025.

Married to Leo Polehn (deceased), Betty had five children: Forrest Polehn, Richard Polehn (deceased), Frank Polehn, Linda Lester, and Mike Polehn. Betty also had five grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Betty was a resident of The Dalles, Oregon, for about 70 years. She was an orchardist, gardener, homemaker, wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She loved to crochet, do penny slots, play Pinochle, and travel/be a snow bird. She also was an artist and an avid romance and mystery novel reader. She was a member of the Zion Lutheran Church and the Elks. Family and friends will sorely miss Betty and her sense of humor.

Spencer, Libbey, and Powell held Betty's viewing on Friday, Jan. 3, and she was buried Jan. 4 at the Three Mile Cemetery near The Dalles.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Zion Lutheran Church in The Dalles.

George “Mike” Michael Grossmiller, age 85, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away at home on January 27, 2025. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.

Lonny Dale McLaren, age 70, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away January 18, 2025, Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.

Donald Roy Reckmann, age 68, a resident of Maupin, OR, passed away January 17, 2025. A Celebration of Life will be held Saturday, March 15, 2025, 11 AM at south Wasco County High School, 699 4th Street, Maupin, OR. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.

Diane Virginia Cazalet, age 81, a resident of Lyle, WA, passed away January 15, 2025. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.

Cleora Janet Hampton, age 85, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away January 17, 2025. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.

John Oscar Englund, age 76, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away November 17, 2024. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.

William Thurlow McCloud, age 93, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away January 5, 2025. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.

Robert Thomas Gardner, age 88, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away January 10, 2025. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.

Grinnell Benn Fosnaugh, age 92, a resident of Wasco, OR, passed away January 15, 2025. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.

It is with deep sadness that the family of John-Mark Gilhousen announces his passing on the evening of December 19, 2024, at age 73.  John-Mark was born in Portland, Oregon on June 8, 1951, to Inez (Jackson) and Dr. John S. Gilhousen.  He grew up in The Dalles, Oregon, graduating from High School in 1969.  As a child, John-Mark astonished his parents by teaching himself to read at age 3.  His many talents displayed at an early age, allowed him to explore various vocations in which he excelled, only to be derailed by his lifelong battle with ill health.  His studies at Goddard University with graduate work at Gallaudet University brought proficiency in American Sign Language with employment as an interpreter and educator. Vows in Holy Orders and entry into the priesthood of the Old Catholic Church/Dutch Reform brought him a measure of peace, serving parishes in Maine, Ohio, and Wisconsin.  Returning to The Dalles at age 50 to care for his mother, he established the Augustinian Center offering services to those in need of housing, employment and spiritual guidance.  Despite failing health over the past several years, he continued to enjoy the company of friends, as well as volunteer work as a teacher and the Oregon State Democratic Party, all while developing skills as a gourmet chef.  John-Mark will be much missed yet remembered for his kindness, keen intelligence, charm, wonderful sense of humor, a vast store of ecclesiastical knowledge and his lively conversations.  He is survived by his spouse, David Borba, his sisters, Judy Garratt, Bobbie Rettig, and his friend, Sara Kerby, as well as numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.

Charles Raymond Key Jr, age 78, a resident of North Portland, OR, passed away January 7, 2025. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.

Betsy Ann Gangwer Johnson, 89, a longtime resident of The Dalles, Oregon, died at The Springs on Jan. 13, 2025. Betsy was born Nov. 6, 1935, in Sherwood, Oregon. She was the fourth child and first daughter of Ruth and Everett Gangwer, who had seven children. Originally from Indiana, the family worked their way west and settled in Pine Grove, near Hood River, Oregon. This is where Betsy spent her early years. She participated in 4-H, skied at Cooper Spur, and joined her brothers on the Gangwer baling crew. She attended Pine Grove School and graduated from Wy’east High School in 1953.

Following high school, Betsy went to Oregon State University. While at OSU, she met her future husband, Kenneth Johnson, on a blind date. Betsy continued her education at OHSU School of Nursing. Betsy and Ken were married in June 1955 at the Pine Grove Methodist Church. Betsy and Ken’s first son, Alan, was born in 1957. Betsy graduated with her BS in nursing from OHSU in 1958.

The family then moved to The Dalles, where Ken and his brother Bill farmed the family’s wheat and cattle ranch in the Petersburg District. This was Betsy’s home, living there until early 2024. Betsy wrote of life on the family’s acreage, “The years spent there were an ideal place to raise our family, plus enjoying being a farmer and a farmer’s wife.”

Daughter Judy joined the family in 1959, and second son, Brian in 1962. Betsy and Ken supported the kids in school, 4-H, sports, etc. This would continue in the next generation — Betsy took all five grandkids to Grand Camp for many years. The family attended the United Methodist Church. Betsy’s participation with the church continued throughout her lifetime.

Betsy’s nursing career began in 1959 at The Dalles General Hospital. Her first days on the job involved moving patients from the hospital’s location on Fourth Street to the new hospital on the hill. She worked as a post-surgery nurse for 35 years, until 1993, usually working the evening shift (as she put it, “when the doctors were out of the way”).

Betsy cared for Ken through several years of cancer. Ken passed away in 1990 after 35 years of marriage.

In 1994, Betsy married Jerry Tanquist. They continued to live on the family farm until moving to The Springs this past year.

Betsy traveled to every corner of the U.S. and globe. She and Ken traveled to parts of Europe and Australia. Once Betsy retired, she and Jerry continued traveling, including a trip around the world in 1996.

Throughout her life, Betsy has been curious and interested in many things. She was an active person. She enjoyed knitting, baking, house improvements, and gardening. Hiking, backpacking, golfing, running “the flat,” and climbing the hills of home kept her fit. She was known for her dry sense of humor and strong work ethic. She always got the job done.

Betsy was preceded in death by her first husband, Kenneth Johnson, and siblings Jack Gangwer, Fritz Gangwer, and Linda Walters.

Betsy is survived and missed by her second husband, Jerry Tanquist; her children, AJ (Kim) Johnson of Bend, Oregon, and their son Kendal (Kim); Judy (Joe) Powell of The Dalles, and their sons Jacob (McKenna) and Jonah (Aimee); Brian (Christy) Johnson of Vancouver, Washington, and his daughters Kelsey (Jon) and Laurie, and their son Liam; her four great-grandchildren; and her siblings Gene Gangwer, David Gangwer, and Karen Harrington.

The family is grateful for the amazing care of Bristol Hospice, The Springs, The Dalles Health and Rehabilitation Center, and Ms. Nicole Pashek, ARNP, throughout Betsy’s health challenges this past year.

A memorial service will be held at the United Methodist Church in The Dalles on Feb. 8 at 1:30 p.m. A reception will follow at the church. The service will be live streamed via Zoom at greaternw.zoom.us/j/725114495; Meeting ID: 725 114 495.

Arrangements are with Spencer Libby and Powell Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to: Wasco County 4-H Association, 400 E Scenic Drive, Suite 2.278, The Dalles, OR 97058; 541-296-5494. Or: Bristol Hospice Foundation at bristolfoundation.org.

Harley Junior Gordineer, age 90, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away January 12, 2025. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.

Barbara Ann Hausinger, age 60, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away December 31, 2024. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.

Thomas William Murphy, age 61, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away December 13, 2024. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.

Lorne Henry Richman, October 21, 1935 - December 26, 2024

Lorne, went home to be with the LORD on December 26, 2024.  He was 89 years old.  Lorne was born on the farm in Tower City, North Dakota, the fourth son of 9 children born to Martin and Ada Richman.  He attended school in Tower City and played on the Tower City Clams basketball team.  He worked on the farm until he went to college for a year and then joined the military – the army division- for two years from 1954-1956.  He was stationed in Hanau, Germany during peace time.

After returning home from the army he attended Concordia College in Moorhead, Minnesota and worked in a pea cannery in Milton-Free Water, Oregon and worked in the wheat harvest in Connell, Washington.  He met Sharyn Louise Abrahamson in North Dakota and married her on December 26, 1959.

Lorne and Sharyn lived in Salem, Oregon while Lorne worked at J.C. Penney and there they had Lynn and Bruce.  In 1963 they moved to The Dalles, Oregon and Lorne took a job as a manager at Equitable Savings and Loan.  He continued in the job for many years until he started working in real estate development and continued this exciting journey throughout his life.   In The Dalles Lorne and Sharyn had two more sons – Danny and David and then brought a big “surprise” home from their visit to Don and Mavis Richman in Brazil....a sister, Julie Suzana.

Lorne and Sharyn resided for most of their years together in The Dalles area with a few changes of location here and there...Cherry Heights, Wamic and Pine Hollow.  Sharyn went home to be with the Lord in May of 1996.

In 1997 Lorne married a long-time acquaintance, Beth Peickert in The Dalles, Oregon and they had 27 years of marriage together.  Beth added two children and 5 grandchildren to the Richman family and Lorne loved them all.

Lorne was a strong Christian all his life and a very generous man.  He loved helping people - in fact he thrived on helping people!  So many of us remember his yellow legal pads and restaurant napkins with real estate plans, new inventions and many, many dreams of which most or all would make a small fortune.  He was an optimist and we loved him for it.

Lorne – husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, friend, and helper of many is survived by his wife Beth.  His children are Lynn (Tracie) Richman of Silverton; Bruce (Tammy) Richman of The Dalles; Danny (MaryBeth) Richman of The Dalles; David (Carrie) Richman of Haines; Oregon and Julie (Stacy) Adams of Lebanon; Stan (Jenny) Peickert of The Dalles and Cynthia Carty of The Dalles.  He had 18 grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren.

Lorne is survived by siblings:  Don (Mavis) Richman of Bloomington, Minnesota; Wally Richman of Redmond, Oregon; Jerry (Della) Richman of Valley City, North Dakota; Jane Fiebeck of Bend, Oregon, and Janet (Walt) Edmonds of Salem, Oregon.  He is preceded in death by his brothers Merwin, Daryl and Robert Richman.

Lorne was a member of Calvary Baptist Church in The Dalles.  He loved getting cards and letters and was good at “staying in touch” with friends and family.  He had a corny sense of humor and his farm and real estate were his hobbies.  He loved to “make a deal.”  His love and his hugs, cards, laughter, generosity, stories, and family focus will be greatly missed.

His celebration of life will be January 11, 11:00 at Calvary Baptist Church in The Dalles, Oregon.  A short interment will precede the service.  Following the 11:00 service will be a gathering of family and friends for a meal and fellowship.

In lieu of flowers and in honor of Lorne's life and giving spirit, the family would like donations to be made to:

Camp Jonah, 31 Little Mountain Rd., Trout Lake, WA 98650

or

Samaritan's Purse, PO Box 3000, Boone, NC  28607-3000

Marvin Allen Pohl, age 75, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away December 30,2024. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.