Obituaries

She loved ballet and performed in many dance programs. She played the piano and many times would come home, sit down and play a song before doing anything else. Lisa was the first girl in Hood River to play soccer but had to play on a boys team. She excelled at the sport and was proud that she equaled them in ability. Her desire was to be an author, and she left us with many of her wonderful writings. Lisa's favorite movie from childhood and as an adult was "The Wizard of Oz." Thanksgiving always meant watching it again, as we will be doing this year.

The loves of her life were her three daughters Chlo‰, Caitlin, and Abigail. They were the Four Musketeers and were usually seen together. They lit up Lisa's life with such joy she never wanted to be away from them. She loved animals large or small and couldn't turn away a stray, so the girls could always talk her into another pet.

Although she left us at such a young age, we are forever blessed to have had Lisa in our lives. Remember her for her kindness and smile.

She is survived by her precious daughters, Caitlin and Abigail; her brother and family, Wayne and Misty, Sophie and Hudson John Cochran of Lake Oswego, Ore.; her father and mother, John and Patsy Cochran of Hood River; her grandmother Henegar of White Salmon; her companion, Michael; and many aunts, uncles and cousins. She was preceded in death by her beloved daughter, Chlo‰; her loving grandparents, Ray and Vivian Cochran; and her Aunt Perky.

A private family service was held Friday, Nov. 20, 2009, at Gardner Funeral Home in White Salmon.

JAMES BALDWIN

James Wallace Baldwin II, The Dalles, Ore., died on Nov. 17, 2009, at OHSU at the age of 60. He was born in Los Angeles, Calif., to Jim and Carol Baldwin.

Jim grew up in southern California. As a child he spent most of his days playing at the beach. As a young adult he married the love of his life, Teresa, and together they had their only child Gina. In 1977, the family made the move to Oregon where Jim spent many years working in the aluminum industry in The Dalles. He was an avid landscaper and skillful carpenter. Jim had a great love and adoration for his pet dogs, Ruffles, Lacey and Ebony. When he had the opportunity he loved to spend time hiking in the mountains or walking along the beaches on the Oregon coast. Jim had a big heart of compassion and was always lending a helping hand to his neighbors and friends in need. He was well known for his witty humor and charm and could always make you laugh. Jim will be greatly missed by his family and friends. We Love you!

Survivors include: Teresa Baldwin, Hood River, Ore., former wife; daughter and son-in-law Gina and Todd Coate, White Salmon; grandson Nicholas Baldwin, Redmond; granddaughter Hillary Coate, White Salmon; sister and brother-in-law Karen and Joe Marton, Mich.; and sister Janine Baldwin, Cottage Grove, Ore. He was preceded in death by his parents Carol and Jim Baldwin I, and pets Ruffles, Lacey and Ebony.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, Nov. 28, 2009 from 2 to 4 p.m. at his daughter's home, 1015 Schoolview Pl., White Salmon. For more information or directions email: togico@embarqmail.com