Betty Jean McGee, age 94, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away at home on January 4, 2026. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.
Margaret Louise Hemphill, age 68, a resident of Tygh Valley, OR, passed away at home on January 1, 2026. A Celebration of Life is being planned at a later date. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.
Arlene Rosetta (Place) McCorkle peacefully ascended to Heaven on Sunday, December 28, 2025, at Canyon Rim Assisted Living in Maupin, Oregon. She was born on October 3, 1933, in Banks, Oregon the daughter of James and Eva Place.
She is survived by her brother James Place, her children Penni and Randy Delco, Randy and Melinda McCorkle, Alan McCorkle along with grandkids Grant Delco, Gary Delco, Nicole Sloper, Koby McCorkle, Jason McCorkle and Calvin McCorkle and two great granddaughters McKinley Sloper and Morgan Sloper.
Arlene had a big heart and participated in youth reading programs into her 70s, was active in the Redhats, loved watching her grandkids in sports activities and enjoyed travelling with her husband on many trips. She always enjoyed cooking for and talking with friends and family and never missed a chance to play Pinochle.
Arlene and her deceased husband Kenneth McCorkle were longtime residents of Maupin and later in life The Dalles. At an early age she and her family moved from the Willamette Valley where they operated the Wapinitia store formerly known as the Beebees store and more recently Walters Corner.
She worked at the school in Maupin in the cafeteria for years and also for The Dalles Cherry Growers.
Spencer. Libby and Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.
Kathleen Ann McKinney, age 73, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away at Legacy Emanuel Medical Center on December 20, 2025. A Celebration of Life will be held at Mid-Columbia Senior Center, 1112 W 9th St., The Dalles, OR, on January 11, 2026, at 1:00 PM. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.
Dominic Patrick Cooper, age 22, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away at home on December 20, 2025. A Celebration of Life will be held at the Eagles Lodge, 2006 W 7th St., The Dalles, OR, on January 17, 2026, from 2 to 5 PM. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.
Johnny Paris, age 82, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away at the Oregon Veterans Home on December 24, 2025. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.
Constance (Connie) Mae Glesener, age 96, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away at the Oregon Veterans Home on December 27, 2025. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.
Zelta Marie Wasson, age 102, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away at The Springs at Mill Creek on December 22, 2025. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.
Dr. Lee Balentine, of Maupin, Oregon, passed away peacefully on November 24, 2025. He was born in New Mexico, to Floyd “Pablo” Balentine and Twila “Red” Balentine.
Lee married his high school sweetheart from Tucson, Arizona, Sharon (Doughty), on June 26, 1971. He was a Arizona Wildcat alum and lifelong fan.
Lee dedicated his life to service—service to his family, his community, and his country. A proud Navy veteran, he began his professional journey as a dentist in the military before going on to serve as a dentist for 47 years, including 37 years caring for the community of Maupin when he moved his family there in 1985. To say he loved this community is an understatement. He considered Maupin part of his extended family.
Lee’s commitment to Maupin went far beyond dentistry. Throughout his life, he served on the school board, volunteered as a firefighter, and spent countless hours as a volunteer EMT, responding to calls at all hours of the day and night. He was also an active member of the Lions Club, the American Legion, and the Ambulance Board, always stepping up wherever he was needed. His dedication, generosity, and deep love for people made a lasting impact on the entire community.
Outside of his service, Lee enjoyed the simple pleasures that made his life full—golf, hunting, fishing, tent camping and cheering for his favorite baseball teams, including the Los Angeles Dodgers and Seattle Mariners. He was a standout left-handed pitcher in high school, a talent he carried with pride throughout his life. He cherished time spent outdoors, time with friends, and above all, time with his family.
Lee is survived by his loving wife, Sharon Balentine, and their children: Chad Balentine (Charity), Eric Balentine (Christin), Ryan Balentine (LaTezeon), and Sara Nash (Chris). He was a proud grandfather to Caitlyn Marks (Caleb), Abigail and Ethan Nash, Christian and Logan Balentine, and Parker and Quinn Balentine. He is also survived by his brothers, Cam Balentine and Jeff Balentine.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Floyd “Pablo” Balentine and Twila “Red” Balentine, and his sister, Jill Powers.
A Celebration of Life will be held on in June 2026, where friends, family, and community members will gather to honor the remarkable life of a man who gave so much of himself to others.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to the South Wasco County Ambulance, P.O. Box 125, Maupin, OR 97037.
Lee is now with his Lord and Savior, and his family takes comfort in knowing he is at peace. His legacy of service, compassion, and love will continue to live on in the many lives he touched.
Arthur Fredrick George Bull, age 90, a resident of Crooked River Ranch in Terrebonne, Oregon passed away December 22, 2025 at The Springs at Mill Creek in The Dalles, Oregon. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.
Arthur Fredrick George Bull, age 90 a resident of Terrebonne, OR, passed away at The Springs at Mill Creek on December 22, 2025. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.
Roger Dick Christopherson, age 72, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away at Adventist Health Columbia Gorge on December 20, 2025. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.
Konrad Wesley Price, age 82, a resident of Tygh Valley, OR, passed away at Adventist Health Columbia Gorge on December 24, 2025. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.
Joan Elizabeth Chantler, age 77, a resident of White Salmon, WA, passed away December 18, 2025. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.
Jonathan Franklin Sullivan, age 52, a resident of Goldendale, WA, passed away at Legacy Good Samaritan Medical Center on December 4, 2025. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.
Jerry Lee Ward, age 84, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away at the Oregon Veterans Home on December 15, 2025. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.
David Eugene Staehnke, age 83, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away at a local Care Facility on December 15, 2025. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.
Jack Lee Harmon at the age of 90 passed away peacefully on December 11th at Harmony Adult
Foster Home in The Dalles. He was born on June 1, 1935, to Lena and Ace Harmon in La Grande, Oregon. He graduated from high school in1953 and continued at Eastern Oregon College graduating with a degree in Education. Jack enlisted in The National Guard for three years and was honorably discharged in 1959. In 1955 Jack married his high school sweetheart, Una Mae Leavitt and spent 70 years together, raising four boys, (Jeff, Kurt, Rod, and Mitchell).
Jack is survived by his wife, Una Mae; children, Jeff, wife Laurie, Kurt, wife Marian, Rod, wife Patty, Mitch, wife Lacero; two sisters, Phyllis Taylor and Dixie Miller. Jack has 9 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren, preceding his death are his parents and two brothers David and Charles Harmon.
In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Alzheimer’s Association or charity of choice.
Service in his memory will be held at The Dalles Middle School Commons room on January 18, 2026, at 1:00pm
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Richard Roeder, age 79, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away at the Oregon Veterans Home on December 12, 2025. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.
Shirley May Mattson, age 91, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away at home on December 11, 2025. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.
Scott Lee Finkle, age 60, a resident of Wilsonville, OR, passed away December 14, 2025. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements. “Rest easy Cowboy”