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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.

Aaron Michael Richilano, affectionately known as “Buzz” or “Snakes,” lived in Hood River most of his life and died at the age of 42 doing one of the things he was good at and loved, carpentry.

Dr. Robert (Bob) Kitch, 86, passed away on Jan. 28, 2026, after a courageous battle with kidney failure.

Sigrid Therese Schreyer Scully was born in Berlin, Germany, on July 11, 1927, to Charolette Katzman and Karl Schreyer. Sigrid passed Jan. 5, 2026, in The Dalles, Oregon.

Romeo Bernard Bonnette (101) passed away on Jan. 23, 2026, and will be laid to rest at Bay Pines National Memorial Cemetery in Bay Pines, Fl. He was born to Kirby Bonnette and Neta Saucier of Plaucheville, Louisiana, on Oct. 25,1924. He is survived by his loving wife, Irene Tedder-Eighmey Bo…

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Heath Adrian Kelley, who left us at the age of 53.

Gordon Robert Grange, better known as Bob Grange, sadly passed away on Oct. 20, 2025, after a short illness.

On Jan. 18, 2026, James Westley Reed Jr. peacefully passed away, leaving behind a legacy of integrity, wisdom, and love. Jim will be remembered for his quiet strength, his open mind, and his dry humor. He was 78 years old.

Marilyn Phyllis (White) Kelly passed away on Wednesday, Dec. 10, 2025. Marilyn was born in Carson, Washington, on Aug. 24, 1931, and she has been a lifelong resident.

Joseph Edward Murphy (Joe), 67, of Hood River, Oregon, was born in Mamaroneck, New York, on April 4,1958, to Robert F. Murphy and Charlotte Ostrowski Murphy. He later moved to Hopewell Junction, New York, where he graduated from John Jay High School in 1976. He attended college at the Univer…

Mark Weslie Keever, born Aug. 12, 1978, to Gary and Janet Keever in St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away peacefully Jan. 22, 2026, in Dufur, Oregon. Mark was a devoted husband, father, son, brother, and friend whose life was rooted in family, hard work, and simple joys. He graduated from The Da…

Virginia S. Baker (96) passed away on Jan. 9, 2026, at Hawk Ridge Assisted Living in Hood River, Oregon. She was born to Charles (Chris) and Iva Snodgrass on April 22, 1929, in Auburn, Washington. She was the second of two daughters and was preceded in death by her sister, Alice Griffith.

Yolanda Mora, 61, of Hood River, Oregon, passed away peacefully on Jan. 4, 2026, surrounded by her family.

Keith Keller, 80, of Happy Valley, Oregon, passed away on Jan. 17, 2026, after a courageous battle with cancer. Keith was born on Oct. 2, 1945, in Beulah, North Dakota, and grew up in Sweet Home, Oregon.

With heavy hearts, the family of Rayline Dobbs, are sad to express the great loss of our mom, grandma (Mar Mar), great-grandma and sister. She passed away peacefully in her home in The Dalles, Oregon, on Tuesday, Jan. 13, 2026.

Philip “Phil” Boyd Nielsen of Goldendale, Washington passed away Jan. 3, 2026, in Vancouver, Washington. Phil was born March 24, 1967, and was 58 years of age at the time of passing.

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved son, Dominic Patrick Cooper (Stricker), who left us far too soon at the age of 22 on Dec. 20, 2025. Born on March 26, 2003, Dominic brought immense joy, love, and laughter to all who knew him. His huge heart, infectious smil…

Zelta Marie Alexander Wasson was born in The Dalles, Oregon, on Dec. 2, 1923, to Wm Dallas Alexander and Bertha Maynard Alexander. Zelta moved on to her new home in Heaven on Dec. 22, 2025. She was surrounded by her family and some very special friends at the time of her peaceful passing.

Betty Jean McGee (Ross), 94, a resident of The Dalles, Oregon, passed away peacefully in her home on Jan. 4, 2026, surrounded by her family. The oldest of 12 children, Betty was born in Bald Knob, Arkansas, to James “Earl” and Frances Ross on April 15, 1931. Betty married the great love of h…

Jim “Willy” Williford passed on Jan. 6, 2026, at Providence Portland Franz Cancer Center. He was born in Hardin County, Texas, on July 20, 1950. His parents, Ed and Gloria Williford moved the family, sisters Nancy and Joyce, to Hood River, Oregon, when Jim was 8. He graduated from Wy’east Hi…

Sue Koester passed away peacefully at her Hood River, Oregon, home on Dec. 22, 2025, at the age of 90. All of her children and grandchildren were able to visit with her during her final days.

Cate Daday was born on Oct. 29, 1971, to John and Mary Daday. She spent her formative years moving around a lot but she chose to call Montana where she is from.

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Sarah Theresa Shinkle, age 83 passed away peacefully with her children surrounding her on Dec. 23, 2025, at Providence Portland Medical Center just 4 short months after the passing of her loving husband Dale. Sarah was born in Oroville, California, on Nov. 19, 1942, to John Beleele and Corda…

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Lillian Clare Comeau Auld was born in New York City, New York, on Oct. 9, 1932, and passed away peacefully on Nov. 17, 2025, in Hood River, Oregon.

Angel Reyes Ojeda passed away peacefully on Christmas morning at the age of 89. He could not have chosen a more symbolic date: a day of love, family, and hope, just as he was in life.

Victor Frederick Kaufmann, 100, passed away peacefully in his home on High Prairie, Washington, on Dec. 31, 2025, with wife, Marilyn, and children, Barbara and Ken, at his side. Leaving nothing unfulfilled, but sad it had to end, Victor loved life to his final breath.

Arlene Rosetta (Place) McCorkle peacefully ascended to Heaven on Sunday, Dec. 28, 2025, at Canyon Rim Assisted Living in Maupin, Oregon. She was born on Oct. 3, 1933, in Banks, Oregon, the daughter of James and Eva Place.

Dr. E Lee Balentine, of Maupin, Oregon, passed away peacefully on Nov. 24, 2025. He was born in New Mexico to Floyd “Pablo” Balentine and Twila “Red” Balentine.

Ruth Helen Frick Turner was born on March 27, 1931, to Warren and Lanora Frick in Hood River, Oregon. She passed on Dec. 6, 2025. Ruth’s father died in 1938 and Lanora’s mother, Aletha Webb, came to live with them. They moved to Monmouth, Oregon, so Lanora could get her teaching credential. …

Jerome Mohar (Jerry, “Mo”) passed from this world into the next, at his home on Dec. 16, 2025. Jerry fought an extended battle with Lewy Body Dementia with a quiet bravery and strength to the end. Jerry was born on Feb. 26, 1946, to Jerry Sr. and Florence Mohar in Cleveland, Ohio. He remembe…

Emily Coats Stovall was born in The Dalles, Oregon, to parents Eric and Margie Coats Stovall on Sept. 6, 1984. She died on Nov. 28, 2025, after a long illness.

Isaac Robert Bell was born in White Salmon, Washington, on May 1, 1997, to Austin and Denise Bell. Isaac is fondly remembered by his family as a stubborn and grumpy kid who grew into a remarkably funny, compassionate, and caring young man.

Delbert “Bert” Frances Goss, Jerry D. Vowels Sr., Ralph Olin Browning, Alvin Edward Brown, Emily Coats Stovall, Melvin Eugene Holmes, Judith Shuman, Alan Bernard Burnham, Stephanie Margaret Koffler

Anne Marie Galloway, beloved sister, aunt, cousin, friend, and community historian, passed away on Nov. 15, 2025, in Albany, Oregon. She was 76 years old. Anne was born on Dec. 31, 1948, in Corvallis, Oregon, to Lorne Douglas Galloway and Vernita Crystal (Henson) Galloway. She grew up alongs…

John William Byers Jr., 93, of The Dalles, Oregon, passed away on Dec. 8, 2025, at Columbia Basin Nursing Home, surrounded by loved ones. Born on April 10, 1932, John lived a life marked by kindness, dedication, community service, and a deep love for his family. John married his teenage swee…

Beverly June Joplin (Janes) passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, on Dec. 7, 2025, in Hood River, Oregon. She was 90 years old. Beverly (Bev) was born in Glendale, California, in August 1935 to Jerry Janes and Margie Janes (Stigers).

July 25, 1946-Nov. 29, 2025

Steven Joel “Steve” Zorza passed away peacefully at his home on Friday, Nov. 21, 2025. Steve was born on Jan. 7, 1949, in Marquette, Michigan. He was the second of six children born to Ken and Angie Zorza. The family moved from Michigan to Hood River, Oregon, when Steve was 7. He grew up amo…

Bill Jones of The Dalles, Oregon, passed at home with family on March 7, 2025, at the age of 94. Bill led a life of curiosity and kindness that inspired many.