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Charles “Chuck” John Loeffel, 76, passed away after a life defined by joy, connection, and positivity. He was born on Sept. 7, 1949, in Hood River, Oregon, to Orville and Juanita Loeffel. In his early years, his family moved to Portland, Oregon, where he formed many lifelong friendships. Chu…

Brian Cochran, born May 4, 1958, in Condon, Oregon, passed away on March 30, 2026, after a life spent in the community he loved. He lived most of his life in Hood River, Oregon, where he built a world shaped by friends, hard work, and a deep willingness to help anyone who needed a hand. Whet…

Dolores (Raudzis) Monnie of The Dalles, Oregon, passed away peacefully March 23, 2026, at the age of 93.

William E. Poland Jr., age 79, passed away March 23, 2026, at the Veterans Facility in The Dalles, Oregon. He was born Dec. 1, 1946, in Cohasset, Massachusetts, the son of William and Helen Poland. Bill served this country honorably in the U.S. Air Force, raised his family on Cape Cod and wa…

Ray Vincent Rodriguez, age 50, passed away peacefully in Hermiston, Oregon on January 15, 2026. Ray was born on June 13, 1975, in Montebello, California. Ray was born to his beloved mother, Debra Saldana, and his father, Raymond Rodriguez, who then raised him in Alhambra, California.

Jacqueline “Jackie” Marie McKinstry (nee Reid), age 53, passed away on February 16, 2026, In The Dalles, Oregon. Bom on October 1 O, 1972, in Toe Dalles, Jackie spent her life deeply rooted in the community she loved. 

Merle Edwin Phillips Jr., lovingly known as “Bill” to his friends and family, passed away on March 24, 2026, at the age of 77. Merle was born on Oct. 19, 1948, in Stark, Kansas, to Merle Edwin Phillips Sr. and Ester Phillips, both of whom preceded him in death. As a young boy, he moved with …

Gloria L. Miller of Hood River, Oregon, passed away at home on Wednesday, March 18, 2026, in the presence of her family. Gloria was born on Nov. 19, 1943, in Ravenna, Nebraska, to Harry and Naomi Lorenz-Sorensen Miller and was the second of four children born in Ravenna.

Kenneth Marvin Hansen was born April 25, 1936, in Dolliver, Iowa, to Walt and Viola Hansen. On Feb. 1, 2026, Ken peacefully left this earthly life and entered his eternal home in glory after facing congestive heart failure with determination and on his own terms.

Sheila Kathleen (Trihy) Rhoades was born on Nov. 18, 1944, in Omaha Nebraska. She was raised in Grand Island Nebraska by her two loving parents, Art and Peggy Trihy.

Jon Robert Rea, age 80, passed away peacefully on March 10, 2026. He was born on Jan. 30, 1946, in Champaign, Illinois, to Robert and Roberta Rea, who preceded him in death.

Chance Edward Doubravsky was born Feb. 7, 1980, in The Dalles, Oregon, to Mark Doubravsky and Kimberley (Jones) Doubravsky 90 years to the day after his great-grandfather Charles Doubravsky. He joined a sister at home, Angel Doubravsky. He passed on March 8, 2026, at Kadlec Regional Memorial…

On Jan. 18, 2026, Ray English passed away at his residence, surrounded by his family. Ray was born in May 1939 to Raymond and Cecilia (Nilles) English in New Rockford, North Dakota. He was born prematurely, likely due in part to the passing of his older sister, Aneta, six days earlier.

A life of devotion, kindness, and unforgettable memories

Carol Lee Walker passed away Feb. 11, 2026. She was born June 18, 1957, the daughter of Theodore “Ted” Nix and Eugenia Ann Nix. She had two older siblings, Bill and Kathy Nix, and a younger sister, Laurie, two years later.

Jean Ellen Waterbury was born on March 5, 1930, in Salem, Oregon, to Otto and Bertha Rogen. She passed away on Feb. 2, 2026, at the age of 95.

Lowell (Bob) Roy passed away March 13, 2026, with his longtime friend Cheri by his side.

Martin Phillip James of White Salmon, Washington, passed away peacefully in the presence of loved ones on Monday, March 9, 2026. He was the loving and devoted Husband of Barbara Jean West James of White Salmon, Washington, for 56 beautiful years.

Anthony John Pereira, beloved husband, father and pillar of The Dalles, Oregon, community, passed away on March 5, 2026, at the age of 80. He was born on Feb. 8, 1946, in Yakima, Washington, and moved to The Dalles at age 3, where he would leave an indelible mark on the lives of all who knew…

Mark Edward Klein, 72, passed away Dec. 13, 2025, at the Idaho State Veterans Home in Boise, Idaho. He was born Feb. 23, 1953, to Irene Phillips Klein and Melvin E. Klein and was raised in the Hood River Valley.

Dr. Silas Howell Shotwell, 87, passed away on Feb. 14, 2026, in Artesia, New Mexico. Born Nov. 4, 1938, in Hamilton, Texas, to Walter Allen Shotwell and Lora (Perkins) Shotwell. Silas devoted his life to faith, service and compassion.

Martin Phillip James of White Salmon, WA passed away peacefully in the presence of loved ones on Monday, March 9th, 2026. He was the loving and devoted Husband of Barbara Jean West James of White Salmon, WA for 56 beautiful years.

Anthony John Pereira, beloved husband, father and pillar of The Dalles community, passed away on March 5, 2026, at the age of 80. He was born on February 8, 1946, in Yakima, Washington and moved to The Dalles at age 3 where he would leave an indelible mark on the lives of all who knew him. H…

Dr. Silas Howell Shotwell, 87, passed away on February 14, 2026 in Artesia, NM.

Mark Edward Klein, 72, passed away December 13, 2025 at the Idaho State Veterans Home in Boise, Idaho. He was born February 23, 1953 to Irene Phillips Klein and Melvin E. Klein and was raised in the Hood River Valley.

Eileen Brady passed away peacefully on March 8, 2026, at the age of 97. She was born on June 16, 1928, the first daughter of Elizabeth and Leonard Hortsch, and grew up alongside her sisters Beverly (Clark) and Sister Donna Hortsch, SNJM.

Oct. 10, 1962 — Feb. 27, 2026

Arthur “Art” Joseph Carroll, a dedicated public servant, lifelong forest ranger and tireless community volunteer, passed away peacefully at his home on Feb. 28, 2026. He was 90 years old. Born in 1935 in Saratoga Springs, New York, Art’s early years near the Saratoga Race Course sparked a li…

Leland “Lee” Baskins Jr. passed away at the age of 85. He was born in Hood River, Oregon, to Leland Baskins Sr. and Hazel Maude (Picking) Baskins.

I lost Mama on Jan. 25, 2026. Although I am heart broken, a few weeks prior to her passing, I knew this was going to be the only outcome.

Sherry Shewey has gone to be with her lord and savior.

William Patrick Boyd, 70, died peacefully at home on Thursday, Feb. 12, 2026. A long time Pendleton resident, he was born on Jan. 18, 1956, to Virgil William and Patricia Bridget (Daly) Boyd. He attended St. Mary’s Catholic Church, where he served mass as a youth. He attended school kinderga…

Ben Jay Parrish, 79, was born Sept. 6, 1946, and passed away Feb. 16, 2026, leaving a legacy of faith, love, hard work, service, and unforgettable memories. Ben was born in Walla Walla, Washington, to Carlton Parrish and Marie Hulser. He moved to High Prairie during the summer between sevent…

Lois Gerstenberger Butler passed away peacefully at 97 years of age on Feb. 11, 2026, in Hood River, Oregon. She was born on Oct. 19, 1928, in Cleveland, Ohio, to Hugo and Helen (Hink) Gerstenberger. Raised in the Depression by her widowed mother, her grandmother, and a great aunt after her …

April Evon Green passed away at home surrounded by her family and loved ones on Feb. 22, 2026, in Hood River, Oregon. April was born Jan. 21,1976, to Lawrence and Nanette (Hopper) Ayers in Hood River. Soon after, her brother Matthew joined their family.

Evelyn Joyce Clayton (maiden name Aas), age 93, passed away peacefully on Feb. 7, 2026, in The Dalles, Oregon. A devoted Christian and beloved matriarch, Evelyn’s life was marked by faith, family, and quiet dedication to her community. Born on Dec. 29, 1932, in Pequot Lakes, Minnesota, Evely…

Micheal Warren Elmer — “Bulldog” to his friends — was born in White Salmon, Washington, March 15, 1948. He was the oldest of the five children born to Ivan and Bea Elmer of Trout Lake, Washington. He grew up in Trout Lake on the family’s dairy farm and attended Trout Lake School. Mike served…

Debra Lynne Packer, 67, of Goldendale, Washington, passed away peacefully at her home on Wednesday, Dec. 24, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.

Dorothy Eileen (Rash) Davis was born Oct. 11, 1945, in Pendleton, Oregon, and passed away peacefully on Feb. 1, 2026, in The Dalles, Oregon.

Lawrence “Dan” Gibson, 73, of Prineville, Oregon, passed away on Feb. 7, 2026. Born Sept. 12, 1952, in Oregon City to Harry and Elnora (Branstuder) Gibson, Dan graduated from Gladstone High School in 1972, where he excelled as an athlete. In wrestling, he earned Most Valuable Player honors i…

Melva “Ann” McGraw, 82, of Lyle, Washington, passed away peacefully on Feb. 5, 2026, at Skyline Hospital in White Salmon, Washington.

Della Mae Henderson was born in Alfred, North Dakota, on March 5, 1931, to Ameila (Irion) and Albert Fode. She married Charles Victor Henderson in Elko, Nevada, on Feb. 5, 1960.

Keith Louis Hockman, 85, of The Dalles, Oregon, passed away peacefully at the Oregon Veteran’s home in The Dalles with family by his side, on Jan. 7, 2026.Keith was born on Oct. 24, 1940, in The Dalles. He was the second of four sons born to Orville L. and Cecil W. Hockman of the town of Mor…

Steven Earl Baldwin, 74, passed away peacefully at his home in The Dalles, Oregon, on Jan. 21, 2026.

Martin K. Miller, 77, of Hood River, Oregon, passed away on Jan. 21, 2026. He was born Jan. 25, 1948.