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Columbia Community Connection Obituaries, Loyd was born on February 10, John William Byers, age 93, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away at Columbia Basin Care Facility on December 8, 2025. Broadway Street Peggy also stayed involved in community activities, serving a term on the local historical society board and for many years as treasurer of her church. Gordon Mee passed away June 14, 2021, at Mid-Columbia Medical Center in The Dalles, Oregon. 8, 2025, at Columbia Basin Care Center in The Dalles, Oregon. He honored 13 󰤦 󰤧 10 Columbia Community Connection 3d󰞋󱟠 󰟝 Join The Dalles Main Street’s Cynthia Kortge as she highlights Fourth of July events and interviews Clare Kirkwood of the newly Loyd Beebe passed away on January 16, 2026, at Adventist Health Columbia Gorge in The Dalles, Oregon. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home is in care of arrangements. A Celebration of Life will be held at Mid-Columbia Not long after graduating from high school, she married Loran Roland Simantel, her husband of 59 years until his passing. Allan retired in 2001. The second Rosalind “Timinsh” Charley Sampson, age 73, a resident of Warm Springs, OR, passed away on July 14, 2024. 9,814 likes · 3,039 talking about this. I hereby understand that Columbia Community Connection has the right to refuse to publish letters to the editor that may include, Columbia Community Connection. , The Gerine Minnette Mackey, known as Geri, passed away peacefully in her home on May 15, 2025. She was always Frank was a natural provider, dedicating his life to work in the culinary arts, oilfield services, and eventually finding joy in healthcare—supporting others and giving back to his community. CCC News’ primary goal is to inform and Death Notice: Gereld Glen Lee, 75, Dallesport Get local news updates from the Mid-Columbia region in your inbox. Corno, 82, Tigard Stephen F. A full moon was shining brightly above her rustic Obituary: Travis Michael “Mick” Cummings Travis Michael “Mick” Cummings went home to be with his Lord on Tuesday, July 20, 2021, at his Steve Earl Baldwin, age74, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away at home on January 21, 2026. A memorial service for Elijah will be In 1974, Rich and Karen Miller moved to Oregon, where Rich was hired to start the first physical therapy department at what was then The Dalles General Hospital. She will be remembered for her Recent Posts Columbia Community Connection 1h󰞋󱟠 󰟝 Dennis Morgan, a true renaissance man and civic leader, is the Principal Broker and Manager at Copperwest Real Estate in A Celebration of Life will take place at St. Smith and Joanne Adeline A Celebration of Life will be held at Mid-Columbia Senior Center, 1112 W 9th St. Paul’s Episcopal Church and could be found making the Ferguson—whom she also met, coincidentally, at a dance. A Celebration of Life will take place at Calvary Baptist Church (3350 Columbia View Dr, The Dalles, OR 97058) on April 5, 2025, at 2:00 pm. , After her children were raised, Sharon returned to school becoming a CNA. CCCNews does not charge Matthew Richard Vieira, age 57, a resident of Wasco, OR, passed away at Adventist Health Columbia Gorge on November 3, 2025. In 2018, Betty moved to Hood River, Loyd Beebe passed away on January 16, 2026, at Adventist Health Columbia Gorge in The Dalles, Oregon. 5,890 likes · 8,059 talking about this. Leonora “Lee” B. She passed away peacefully on May 1, 2025, John Edmund Smith was born in San Francisco, CA on September 27, 1946, to parents James and Lillian, and passed away in Hood River, OR on John William Byers, age 93, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away at Columbia Basin Care Facility on December 8, 2025. She lived 97 years, 7 months and 13 days and saw monumental changes in To say he loved this community is an understatement. D. He was David Eugene Staehnke July 28, 1942 – December 15, 2025 David Eugene Staehnke was born on July 28, 1942, to Walter and Edna Staehnke Obituary for Paula D. Spencer, Libby & Powell Funeral Home is She graduated from The Dalles High School and Clackamas Community College. The below life A Celebration of Life will take place at Calvary Baptist Church (3350 Columbia View Dr, The Dalles, OR 97058) on April 5, 2025, at 2:00 pm. Tia is survived by her husband, Scott Bailey, and her daughters, Angel Steinke of Springfield, Ore. 2020 is an honest local digital news publication providing meaningful Print Death Notices and Obituaries Death Notice K. Vincent Medical Center in Portland, Oregon. Find service information, send flowers, and leave memories for the family. , The Dalles, OR, on January 11, 2026, at 1:00 PM. He She was named The Dalles area "Volunteer of the Year" and served on the boards of Habitat for Humanity, Community Meals, the Mid-Columbia Concert Association, and The Dalles To say he loved this community is an understatement. A public viewing will be held on Friday, December 12, 2025, from 2 to 6 p. She was named The Dalles area "Volunteer of the Year" and served on the boards of Habitat for Humanity, Community Meals, the Mid-Columbia Concert Association, and The Dalles He worked extensively on the Columbia River and with scientists across the US and internationally. Obituary: Thomas Andrew Nichol, M. He was 63 years old. was born October 20th, 1942 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, and Carol married Larry Hoffmann in Santa Barbara, California. We loved celebrating their That’s about all the room there is for a standard obituary if you knew him at all! The independent black sheep in our family for sure, but in his case this carried an endearing and loving Obituary: Eileen Ruth Gurley, The Dalles — Columbia Community Granddaughter Kyra Shoptaw of Milwaukie, OR (spouse J), Grandson Duncan Shoptaw of Vancouver, WA (wife Amanda, sons We would like to show you a description here but the site won’t allow us. Tim was a father and husband. Renowned local golfer and long-time resident of The Dalles, J. Richard “Rick” Lively of The Dalles, Oregon was granted the peace he desired on the evening of March 13, 2025, at the age of 80. Obituary: Mildred Lee Deg, 85, The Dalles Family and friends are invited to celebrate Mildred’s life at Spencer, Libby, & Powell Funeral Home on Thursday, May 15, with a viewing from Mark Weslie Keever, born August 12, 1978, to Gary and Janet Keever in St. She Columbia Community Connection provides death notices and obituaries for the local community. Mark was a devoted husband, father, son, Obituary: Ed Hrebec II, 63, Hood River Ed Hrebec II passed away on October 10th, 2025. Repp, cherished mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away on May 14, 2026, at the age of 91. Margaret passed away Lara worked in various roles throughout her life, including at Maxwells Restaurant in Wyoming, the West Side Community Center in New Mexico, Curves in Georgia, and The Terrace in Wyoming. An avid Treaty fisherman and hunter, Kenny spent his life along the River, passing down Obituary: Elizabeth Rose Richman, 83, The Dalles It is with profound sadness and love that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, Elizabeth Rose She died Sept. Throughout his life, he served on the Outside of his community work, Gary loved hunting, motorcycles, snowmobiling, and spending time in the mountains—especially at his beloved hunting cabin in Friend. He was born April 25, 1943, in Santa Ana, CA, Obituary: Karl (Herman) Morse, age 55, Hood River Feb 26 Written By Columbia Community Connection Karl (Herman) Morse, age 55, passed away on February 16, 2026. A Celebration of Life will be held at the Sport Park Club House in Tygh Valley on The wedding pictures show the extended family on the ferry that crossed the Columbia River during that era. Columbia Community Connection was established in 2020 as a local, honest and digital news source providing meaningful stories and articles. Ruddell passed away peacefully on May 3, 2026, at the age of 98. Phil was a life long resident of The Dalles, an educator & community servant – see below stories from Columbia Community Connections & Oregon Public Broadcasting that share some of Phil’s impact With a mission to inform and elevate residents and businesses across the Mid-Columbia region, their work plays an important role in connecting our community. Arrangements are under the direction of Heartland Cremation & Burial Society. , 83, of The Dalles, OR, passed away on Tuesday, February 11, 2025, after a long battle with cancer. A public viewing will be held on Friday, December 12, Ferguson—whom she also met, coincidentally, at a dance. Jimmy Dale Drennan, Sr. Betty Kathleen Ann McKinney, age 73, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away at Legacy Emanuel Medical Center on December 19, 2025. Becky was born on July 25th, 1950, and was 75 at the time of passing. , Friday, February 16th, 2024 at the Sun Rise Cemetery of Wasco, Oregon. He was born on January 30, 1946, in Champaign, Illinois, to Robert and Roberta Obituary: Betty (Lipp) Plotkin, 95, Hood River Ferguson—whom she also met, coincidentally, at a dance. In 1972, he embarked on a career with New . George William Stephens, Jr. Obituary 2/18/25 2/18/25 William “Willie” Flores, age 74, passed away on December 22, 2022, at home in The Dalles surrounded by his immediate family. In 1985, Cathie opened the Wine Sellers, with help from her daughter Jean. Kenneth Marvin Hansen “Ken” passed away on February 1, 2026, in Hood River, Oregon. He was a Fuller Brush representative for many years and also maintained a newspaper driving route, Raleigh “Brad” Bradford O’Blenes, age 82, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away at home on February 2, 2025. Judge Ted Kolbaba, 90, of Hood River, Oregon, and White Salmon, Washington, passed away on July 24, 2025, in Providence Brookside Manor. Nita was born on March 29, 1932, and was 90 years of age at the time of passing. The eldest of nine children, she grew up in Cascade Locks, Oregon, where she attended both grade school and high A Memorial Service will be held Saturday, December 28, 2024, 10:00 AM at Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home Obituary: Sandra Arlene (Foss) Bredeson, 78, Nehalem Sandra Arlene (Foss) Bredeson January 22, 1946 – October 24, 2024 In no particular order: She was fragile in body and strong in spirit. Edna earned a degree in drafting from Green River College in Kent, Washington—a testament to her Obituary: Terry Nelson, 81, The Dalles Terry was larger than life and will be deeply missed by many. at St. Ronald Clark, age 94, recently a resident of Vancouver, WA, passed away on Obituary: Mavis J. Matthew Richard Vieira, age 57, a resident of Wasco, OR, passed away at Adventist Health Columbia Gorge on November 3, 2025. He continued to use the card! On August 28, 1955, Ken married Phyllis Paulson in Caldwell, Idaho. She was named The Dalles area "Volunteer of the Year" and served on the Reva Elaine Nickell, age 96, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away at Columbia Basin Care on September 8, 2025. Juanita was born on August 27, 1927, in Yakima, Debora Ellen Benson, age 69, a resident of Wishram, WA, passed away on December 25, 2024. John, the son of James F. Throughout his life, he Billy Glen Stiles passed away on February 25th, 2024 in Portland, Oregon. Mark Weslie Keever, born August 12, 1978, to Gary and Janet Keever in St. A Funeral Service for Virgie To say he loved this community is an understatement. He served as director of Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home is in care of arrangements. Earl LeRoy Helmer, age 69, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away on November 21, 2024. Joseph, Missouri, passed away peacefully on January 22, 2026, in Dufur, Oregon. For more than 25 years she offered wine, coffee, conversation, Mary Lou Richardson, age 76, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away at Columbia Basin Care Facility on March 7, 2026. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home is in care of Richard “Dick” Bagley passed away on July 14th, 2025, at Providence Hood River Memorial Hospital in Hood River, Oregon. Arrangements are under the direction of Columbia Hills Memorial Chapel • 300 W. Tia was an RN and employed at Mid-Columbia Medical Center for 26 years until her retirement in 2016. Kenneth Arlen Farner, age 93, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away at home on June 7, 2025. Rick Obituary: Ralph George Spring, 86, White Salmon — Columbia Community Connection News Mid-Colum Death Notice: Denver David Monaghan, 43, The Dalles — Columbia Community Connection News Wanita “Nita” Griffith passed away on March 22, 2023, at home in The Dalles, Oregon. In 2010, Allan moved to Goldendale after Don is survived by his wife Carol, and the folks he has called friends for many, many years. Kenneth was born on April 25, 1936 and was 89 at the time of passing. Carol ran for our community’s Hood River County Library board this last year and Carol wrote her below biography. In 1989 David and Peggy retired and moved to The Lowell was deeply involved in his community, from coaching Little League Baseball to serving on the School Board and later the Sherman County Library Board. Carol ran for our community’s Hood River County Library board this last year and Allen Brent Van Gilder age 47, a resident of Rufus, OR, passed away on November 24, 2024. She was even asked to He spent his formative years in Hood River, Oregon, where he attended HRVHS and built lasting connections in the community. Frank was a natural provider, dedicating his life to work in the culinary arts, oilfield services, and eventually finding joy in healthcare—supporting others and giving back to his community. She first did in home care then worked at the Veterans Home in The Adrian continued gaining experience through his work with Columbia River Affordable Portable, and most recently with Brewsters and Sons Landscaping in Dufur, Oregon. Jimmy Drennan Sr. Geri and her sister Jackie were born September 9, 1962, to Ceila and Jack Lorts in Obituary: Nathan “Nate” Lain, 67, Hood River It is with great sadness that the family of Nathan “Nate” Lain announces his peaceful passing on April 16, 2025, at the age of sixty-seven. He enjoyed classic cars and garage time with his 1931 Ford. 10,101 likes · 5,421 talking about this. Throughout his life, he served on the school board, volunteered as a firefighter, and spent countless hours as a volunteer EMT, responding to A man of immense dedication and service, John proudly served in the Army from 1964 to 1968 before pursuing higher education at Oregon State University. At age nineteen, Gary began what would become a remarkable 43-year career with the Union Pacific Railroad. Corno, 82, of Tigard, Oregon, passed away at home on October 10, 2023, after a long battle with pulmonary fibrosis. The family will hold a private Celebration of Life. Betty I hereby understand that Columbia Community Connection has the right to refuse to publish letters to the editor that may include, unsubstantiated claims, defamation, social inequity or Clark County Washington's source for local breaking news, business, sports, politics, opinion, entertainment, advertising, real estate, obituaries, classifieds, Obituary: Keith Smith, 87, Dufur The gates to heaven must need a little welding because on May 3rd, 2025, Keith Smith, beloved farmer and rancher, officially fired up the big welder in the Steven Lee Smith, age 65, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away at home on February 4, 2025. Hood River Sept. He was I hereby understand that Columbia Community Connection has the right to refuse to publish letters to the editor that may include, unsubstantiated claims, defamation, social inequity or Jo Ann (Tenney) Fisher, 72, unexpectedly passed away May 9, 2025, at her home in The Dalles, Oregon, with her husband Rusty by her side. His dedication to his work and his community was evident throughout his life. Columbia Community Connection. Matt was born on January 4th, 1982, and was 41 years of age at the She died Sept. Charles Allen Stanek, age 94, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away at Adventist Health Columbia Gorge Hospital on April 18, 2025. Throughout his life, he served on the 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 She was a woman of strength, resourcefulness, and deep devotion to her family and community. 17th at 1:00 p. Throughout his life, he Obituary: Aaron Mark Helseth, 50, The Dalles With profound sadness, we announce the passing of Aaron Helseth, who departed this life on June 23, 2025. A public viewing will be held on Friday, December 12, I hereby understand that Columbia Community Connection has the right to refuse to publish letters to the editor that may include, unsubstantiated claims, defamation, social inequity or for any other "David “Dave” Howard Conlee passed away peacefully on April 5, 2022, surrounded by his three children, after a short battle with lung cancer. Dwayna Lee Holland, age 71, a resident of Tygh Valley, OR, passed away at home on January 12, 2026. “My husband, Larry, and I Romeo spent an earlier chapter of his life living in Dallesport, Wash. John Cheney of White Salmon, WA, passed away unexpectedly on May 10, 2025, at the age of 82. Throughout his life, he served on the His playful nature was on display at community events, especially Dancing with the Gorge Stars in 2016. She was even asked to The connections she formed as the teaching director for Teen Community Bible Study (CBS) were also strong. A viewing will be held December 6, 2024, from 1 pm to 2 pm at Spencer, Libby and Powell Terry Harger and 3 others 󰍸 4 󰤦 Columbia Community Connection 1d󰞋󱟠 󳄫 The Dalles Area Chamber of Commerce 1d󰞋󱟠 Established in 2020, CCC News is a trusted local digital news She was named The Dalles area "Volunteer of the Year" and served on the boards of Habitat for Humanity, Community Meals, the Mid-Columbia Concert Association, and The Dalles Barbara Ann Osborn lived life on her own terms, meeting every challenge with grit and an infectious laugh that could brighten even the darkest day. Roy was born July 17, 1947 and was 77 years of age at the time of passing. Roland and Sharon Car guy and avid outdoorsman John Rowley moved to The Dalles, Ore. M. Lee’s commitment to Maupin went far beyond dentistry. She was named The Dalles area "Volunteer of the Year" and served on the boards of Habitat for Humanity, Community Meals, the Mid-Columbia Concert Association, and The Dalles David was actively involved in youth baseball, coaching and maintaining ballfields, where he helped install the first batting cage and electric scoreboard at 16th Street Ballpark. George was born in Butte, MT, on November 1, In the Spring of 1988, Rick took a temporary job in The Dalles, Oregon, that would lead to a 34-year career dedicated to monitoring the smolt salmon population in the Columbia River. Childs, 102, The Dalles Peggy is survived by her son Chris and his wife Denise of Silverton, OR, daughter Kathleen “Kit” Kamo Roy Harrison passed away February 8, 2025 at Oregon Veterans Home in Hood River, Oregon. Print Death Notices and Obituaries Death Notice Keith Louis Hockman The Dalles Jan. He was born on January 2, 1940, in Pipestone, Minnesota, to The family wishes to extend a heartfelt thank you to the staff of The Springs at Mill Creek for their dedicated care and love for Steve, Mid-Columbia Church of Christ for their continued support, Obituary: Carol Jean Howe, 95, Hood River It is with heavy hearts that we announce the peaceful passing of our beloved Carol Jean Howe, a woman who lived a remarkable life filled with Death Notice: Loyd Beebe, 90, The Dalles Loyd Beebe passed away on January 16, 2026, at Adventist Health Columbia Gorge in The Dalles, Oregon. He considered Maupin part of his extended family. The eldest of nine children, she grew up in Cascade Locks, Oregon, where she attended both grade school and high Klea Espy helped launch the Habitat ReStore in The Dalles in 2008. Billy was born on January 7th, 1948, and was 76 years of age at the time of passing. Peter’s Landmark, Saturday, Sept. He loved coaching and helping with Devin’s and Tina’s youth teams, including Lara worked in various roles throughout her life, including at Maxwells Restaurant in Wyoming, the West Side Community Center in New Mexico, Curves in Georgia, and The Terrace in Wyoming. Publication of all death notices, obituaries and services is a public service to our readers and community. Aaron was a devoted father, a Marilyn Jane Brown, age 99, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away at Adventist Health Columbia Gorge on April 28, 2026. A public viewing will be held on Friday, December 12, Services are planned for Carol as follows; a graveside committal is planned for 1:00 p. Arrangements are Loyd Beebe passed away on January 16, 2026, at Adventist Health Columbia Gorge in The Dalles, Oregon. 15 2026 Columbia Community Connection Obituary: Stephen F. Sadly, he left John Burnam Smith passed away peacefully on June 14th, 2025, in The Dalles, Oregon. Ruddell, 98, The Dalles Mavis J. One of Lowell’s favorite pastimes was 4/30/25 4/30/25 She was named The Dalles area "Volunteer of the Year" and served on the boards of Habitat for Humanity, Community Meals, the Mid-Columbia Concert Association, and The Dalles Senior Center. , with a reception to immediately follow at the Bargeway Pub. Barbara is survived by her five children and their spouses, numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, Columbia Community Connection. Together, they raised four children—Ramona, Nancy, Dan, and Jim—while actively Mary Lou Richardson, age 76, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away at Columbia Basin Care Facility on March 7, 2026. Carol married Larry Hoffmann in Santa Barbara, California. Get local news updates from the Mid-Columbia region in your inbox. He was a people person who found fun and To say he loved this community is an understatement. in the Columbia River Gorge. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Obituary: Donald Thomas McDermott, Jr. 2020 is an honest local digital news publication providing meaningful Donald Dale Clark II, 62, of Columbia died Thursday, July 24, 2025. Throughout his life, he Steven Howard Kirchgestner, age 67, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away on January 9, 2024. Spencer, Libby and Lee’s commitment to Maupin went far beyond dentistry. Committal with military honors Obituary: Timothy (Tim) John Timmer, The Dalles Timothy (Tim) John Timmer passed away peacefully on September 25, 2023, at his home in The family wishes to extend a heartfelt thank you to the staff of The Springs at Mill Creek for their dedicated care and love for Steve, Mid-Columbia Church of Christ for their continued support, John William Byers, age 93, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away at Columbia Basin Care Facility on December 8, 2025. In 2018, Betty moved to Hood River, Oregon, to be closer to her daughter Sarah. He was born on May 12, 1948, to Robert Olin Browning and Marian Jean Davis Browning, and Born on August 11, 1946, in The Dalles, Oregon, Lowell lived a life filled with love, kindness, curiosity and an adventurous spirit. Gordon was born February 15, 1937, and was 84 Obituary: Linda Regele, 78, Hood River — Columbia Community Connection News Mid-Columbia Region Dorothy Ann Lambert, born January 15, 1959, passed away at her residence in The Dalles on March 17, 2025. I hereby understand that Columbia Community Connection has the right to refuse to publish letters to the editor that may Explore death notices and obituaries from Hood River on Columbia Community Connection, providing information about lives and legacies of local residents. Brian Lynn Cochran passed away on March 30th, 2026, at Providence St. Viewings will be held at Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home on June 27, 2025, from 2-6 PM Ralph Olin Browning, age 77, passed away peacefully in his home on November 24, 2025. It is with profound sadness and love that we announce the passing of our extraordinary mother, Margaret Marie Thornton. Rebecca Ann Bailey “Becky” passed away on May 12, 2026, at The Oregon Veterans Home in The Dalles, Oregon. In Loving Memory of Jon Robert Rea Jon Robert Rea, age 80, passed away peacefully on March 10, 2026. , in the early 1970 where his first job was as at a local watering hole, Deborah Lou Kratzer, age 74, a resident of Wasco, OR, passed away at Adventist Health Columbia Gorge on February 28, 2026. Born on May 20, 1934, in Brush, Colorado, Leonora was the fourth of He coached community basketball and loved to attend his children’s football and basketball games, sometimes traveling two, three, or even four hours after work to make it to district Print Death Notices and Obituaries Obituary Manuel “Manny” Escobar Tactay Jr. David was born November 5, 1960, and was 62 years of age at the time of passing. , The Dalles Judy Marshall and 18 others 󰍸 19 󰤦 1 󰤧 9 Phyllis N Bill Turner May you rest in God's loving arms! ️ 3y 4 John William Byers, age 93, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away at Columbia Basin Care Facility on December 8, 2025. CCC News, est. She remained active and engaged in the senior community. A Graveside Service will be held on September 26, 2025, at 1:00 Ken lived a remarkable life marked by deep community involvement, business leadership, ministry dedication, unwavering devotion to his wife, and steadfast support of his children and grandchildren. Ed spent his childhood in Illinois, where he grew up hunting and fishing with his Lara worked in various roles throughout her life, including at Maxwells Restaurant in Wyoming, the West Side Community Center in New Mexico, Curves in Georgia, and The Terrace in Wyoming. A community memorial Read city, state obituaries on Legacy. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 1805 Minnesota St. Clifford Eugene O’Dell, age 76, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away on December 4, 2024. Michael was born May 2nd, 1986 in Yakima, Washington Written By Columbia Community Connection Scottie ( Scott) Lee Ward passed away in his sleep, at the age of 76, on December 24th, 2023 at Get local news updates from the Mid-Columbia region in your inbox. CCC News’ primary goal is to inform and elevate all the With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Paul Eugene Treanor, a beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather, husband, and friend. , 70, Murdock — Columbia Community Connection New He was also active in the Elks Club, the Eagles Club, and the Union Pacific Employees Club, serving as President in 2020 and organizing their annual retirement dinners. 2020 is an honest local digital news publication providing meaningful local content in both English and Spanish Matthew “Matt” Grier passed away September 12th, 2023 at Mid-Columbia Medical Center in The Dalles, Oregon. m. We know we will be seeing you again. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Cynthia Adele Collins died peacefully at home during the predawn hours of July 3, 2023. The family is planning a memorial service at a later date. Broadway Street John Oscar Englund, age 76, a resident of The Dalles, OR, passed away on November 17, 2024. Born on September 3, 1944, to Lorraine Marie McGraw and Frederick Charles Juanita June (Crofford) Carpenter, 97, passed peacefully on April 24, 2025, at the Oregon Veterans Home in The Dalles, Oregon. Throughout his life, he Obituary: Peggy S. I hereby understand that Columbia Community Connection has the right to refuse to publish letters to the editor that may include, unsubstantiated claims, defamation, social inequity or The connections she formed as the teaching director for Teen Community Bible Study (CBS) were also strong. Outside of his Virgie Pearl Gaston passed away on October 21, 2025, in Portland, Oregon. The second Obituary: Anthony John Pereira, 80, The Dalles Anthony John Pereira, beloved husband, father, and pillar of The Dalles community, passed away on March 5, 2026, at the age of 80. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations Obituary 2/18/25 2/18/25 A proud son of the Columbia River, Kenny lived his life deeply rooted in the traditions and teachings of his people. Dorothy was a great friend who lived her life to the fullest. She was born on July 14, 1927, in The Dalles, to Harry and Myrtle A Celebration of Life service will be held for Jeff Krier on Tuesday, August 10, 2:00 p. He and his Don is survived by his wife Carol, and the folks he has called friends for many, many years. Keith Smith Dufur May 8 2025 Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home George also taught courses at Columbia Gorge Community College and took pride in his later love of running by taking part in the “Hood to Coast” 195-mile relay run multiple times, the Myrna Lee Kirchgestner, a beloved mother, grandmother, and woman of deep faith, passed away peacefully on February 26, 2026, at the age of 89. Lowell grew up on the family farm east of Grass Valley with his parents September 3, 1944 - March 20, 2025 Eugene Albert Gravel, 80, passed away at home on March 20, 2025. Dick was born January 15th, 1932, and was 93 years of age at the time of passing. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to David Bunch passed away on July 4, 2023, at his home in Sandy, Oregon. Virgie was born on December 21, 1941, and was 83 years of age at the time of her passing. Joseph, Missouri, passed away peacefully on January 22, 2026, Lester Nodurft passed away peacefully on April 22, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of love, kindness, and cherished memories. Phillip’s childhood was filled with adventure and the bond of family. com. Born on June 13, 1944, in Portland, Oregon, to Michael Joseph Sampson died tragically on December 9th, 2024 in Hood River, Oregon. Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements. Obituary: Elijah Sky Pate, 16, Hood River This is not goodbye, sweet boy. Nelson— Paula has lived in Goldendale since 2012 but the twenty years priors she lived in Dallesport, where she owned and Loyd Beebe passed away on January 16, 2026, at Adventist Health Columbia Gorge in The Dalles, Oregon. CCC News’ primary goal is to inform and elevate all the Loyd Beebe passed away on January 16, 2026, at Adventist Health Columbia Gorge in The Dalles, Oregon. With a mission to inform and elevate Joy was deeply involved with The Dalles Swim Team, Camp Fire, Mid-Columbia Child and Family Center, The Dalles Thespians, St. 30 2024 Columbia Community Connection Established in 2020, CCC News is a trusted local digital news source dedicated to sharing meaningful stories and keeping our community informed. To say he loved this community is an understatement. passed away October 29th, 2024 at Columbia Basin in The Dalles, Oregon. 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