Zane D. Church, 93, left us peacefully in the early morning hours of Sunday, July 7, 2013.
Shortly before his death, he said he was going to the river. Zane was born in his grandfather’s house, overlooking the Salmon River in Otis on July 31, 1920.
He met Barbara, his future wife, at a community dance in Rose Lodge when she was 15 and he was 17. They were married June 6, 1940, at the ages of 17 and 19. Two years later they started their family. Zane and Barbara had six children together. They were married for 71 years before Barbara’s death in September of 2011.
During his lifetime he lived mainly in Oregon and Alaska and had several different occupations, but farming was his love. In 1976, Zane and Barbara moved from Otis to Christmas Valley where they started a ranch raising alfalfa and cattle. He was a hard worker, at times facing many difficulties, but never giving up. He was a small man of unwavering determination and strength. He served in the U.S. Army during World War II in the Philippines, and loved his country. In his last year of life he returned in his mind to where he began, along the Salmon River. He enjoyed every opportunity to visit the Oregon Coast and point out landmarks he remembered fondly from his youth. He loved the outdoors and as a younger man hunted and fished. In later years, he enjoyed time on the golf course, especially with his cousin and lifelong friend, Sherman Knight. Zane’s passing has left a huge hole in many hearts, but his example of determination and strength will live on.
He was also preceded in death by his wife Barbara; brothers Ivan and Eldon; sister Alfa.
Zane is survived by sons and daughters-in-law Buckley and Kay, Fredrick and De, Gary and Michelle; daughters and sons-in-law Debra and Kenneth Jensen, Cindy and Charles Harper and Marilyn and Al Luthe;15 grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; 11 great-great-grandchildren.
In his honor he will be laid to rest at the Willamette National Cemetery in Portland. His service was held, Monday, July 15, 2013.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the Alzheimer’s Association.

Dale L. Friday, 76, died at the Lake District Hospital on Friday, July 12, 2013.
Dale was born to Gordon and Evelyn (Harrison) Friday in Porterville, Calif. on Aug. 3, 1936. He lived in Porterville until he was in the fifth grade when the family moved to Lakeview. While in high school, he moved back to California and settled in Tulare, where he met and later married Shirley Cox on Sept. 17, 1954. While in Lakeview he was a member of the Lakeview High School class of 1955.
Dale was an entrepreneur at heart and along with Shirley he owned and operated a service station in Tulare along with a number of rentals. When he returned to Lakeview in 1973, he became involved in ranching on the Westside. For the past 41 years he was a haying and farming contractor. He truly lived the life that he enjoyed.
He attended the Faith Center Church in Lakeview.
Dale was preceded in death by his parents; brother Neil Friday.
He is survived by his son and daughter-in-law Michael and Candy Friday of Battle Mountain, Nev.; daughter and son-in-law Sharon and Spence Grogan of Lakeview; sister and brother-in-law Darlene and Jack Davis of Lakeview; five grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; two nephews.
At Dale’s request no services will be held.
Contributions in Dale’s memory may be made to the Lakeview Disaster Unit, P.O. 1007, Lakeview 97630 or to a charity of the donor’s choice.
Desert Rose Funeral Chapel is in charge of the arrangements.

Franklin “Leon” Flick, 59, died peacefully at his home in Plush on Wednesday, July 10, 2013, joining his father and grandparents.
Leon was born to Carroll and Vivian (Clark) Flick in Gunnison, Colo. on March 4, 1954. At the age of three they moved to Lakeview and then to Plush when he was a teenager.
He graduated from Lakeview High School in 1972. While still in school, he worked for the Taylor Ranch and after graduating he worked for the Lynch Ranch for several years as cow boss. For the past 15 years or so, he had stayed busy doing day work for the cattle ranchers in the Warner Valley. He was able to attend Blue Mountain Community College in Pendleton long enough to earn an associate degree.
Leon and Billie were married in Winnemucca, Nev. on Jan. 28, 1988.
Leon was an accomplished Cowboy Poet, having produced two cassette tapes and publishing one book of cowboy poetry. He and Billie worked together making “Dinner On the Wagon” a successful and enjoyable business.
He was one of the founders of the Warner Valley First Responders Disaster Unit. He was also an active member of the Lake County Search and Rescue.
Leon will be remembered as a friend to all.
Leon was preceded in death by his father Carroll Flick.
He is survived by wife Billie Flick of Plush; mother Vivian Flick of Lakeview; sisters and brothers-in-law Nancy and Don Ashford of Klamath Falls and Thelma and Richard Goodnough of Applegate; numerous nieces and nephews and great-nieces and great-nephews.
A Celebration of Life service was held at the Lake County Fairgrounds Sale Barn on Monday, July 15, 2013.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Lakeview Disaster Unit/Gurney Fund, P.O. Box 1007, Lakeview 97630, Lakeview Hospice and Home Health, 700 S. J St., Lakeview, 97630 or to a charity of the donor’s choice.
Desert Rose Funeral Chapel was in charge of the arrangements.

Sally K. Blasingame, 93, died in Hines on Monday, July 1, 2013.
She was born in Fountain, Colo. on March 12, 1920. She grew up in Colorado and later moved to California, where she attended college. While there she married Ray Blasingame on Dec. 21, 1953. They also lived in Idaho before moving to Paisley in 1962 where they raised their family.
While in Paisley she worked for the school district as a teachers aide until retiring. In 2006 she moved to Hines.
She thoroughly enjoyed sewing and canning.
Sally was a very devout adherent to the Bahai Faith.
She was preceded in death by her parents; son Andy Blasingame; daughter-in-law Tammy Blasingame.
Sally is survived by son Bob Blasingame of Riley; daughter Wilmette “Billie” Angus of Hines; grandsons Casey and Monty Angus of Fallon, Nev.; numerous great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews.
Interment was in the Silver Lake Cemetery. A Memorial Service will be held in the Paisley Community Center on Sunday, July 21, 2013 at 4 p.m. followed by a potluck dinner.
Contributions in Sally’s memory may be made to a charity of the donor’s choice.
Desert Rose Funeral Chapel is in charge of the arrangements.

A Celebration of Life Service will be held for Ray Charles, a former Lakeview resident who passed away on Thursday, July 4, 2013 in Hoopa, Calif.
The service will be at Lucille Denton’s home, 998 S. F St. on Thursday, July 18, 2013 at 4 p.m. with a potluck following. All friends and family are welcome.

Charlie Lynn Feeley, Three months, passed away at 5:01 p.m. on Thursday, June 27, 2013 in Honolulu, Hawaii.
She was born at 6:52 a.m. on March 31, 2013 in Honolulu to Warren and Mandy Feeley.
Charlie is survived by her parents; sisters Terra, Annabelle and Brianna.
Services will be held Saturday, July 20, 2013 at 10 a.m. at Ousley Osterman Huffstutter Funeral Home.

Thomas Gordon Elliott,76, of Grants Pass died Saturday, July 13, 2013 at his home.
He was born Nov. 16, 1936 in Lakeview.
He worked on Lakeview ranches in his youth, served in the Third Marines Division, Oregon State Police and the City of Davis, Calif. Police Department. He operated his own private investigation firm for 20 years.
In later years he served as a deacon and Anglican priest at St. Jude’s Anglican Church in Grants Pass.
He enjoyed using his broad perspective gained from diverse careers to help family and friends with different outlooks.
He was preceded in death by a brother David.
He is survived by his wife of 46 years Shirley Elliott; sons Thomas and Joe Elliott.
A memorial service with Military Honors was held on Saturday, July 20, 2013 at 10 a.m. at Chapel of the Valley, LB Hall Funeral Home. Interment was at Hillcrest Memorial Park.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Asante Foundation Family Home, 500 SW Ramsey Ave. Grants Pass 97527, or Badge of Life, c/o Andy O’Hara, P.O. Box 2203,Citrus Heights, Calif. 95611
To send an online condolence to the family please go to www.chapel-valley.com

Marlene Lee, 76, passed away at her home in Lakeview on Wednesday, July 24, 2013.

She was born April 26, 1937 in Clearbrook, Minn. to Ruth Pierson Johnson and Leonard Pierson.

She moved to Lakeview in 1947 where she met Alvan “Vannie” Lee and they were married in 1955.

Marlene was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and homemaker. She enjoyed cooking, camping reading and baking for others where she acquired the name “Cupcake Granny” from the great-grand kids.

Survivors include husband Alvan “Vannie” Lee of Lakeview; son David Lee of Lakeview; daughter and son-in-law Linda and Bert Wells of Lakeview; brothers and sisters-in-law Leonard and Melva Pierson of Portland, Warren and Linda Pierson of Tacoma, Wash., Gary and Anne Pierson of Puyallup, Wash. and David and Lynn Pierson of Spanaway, Wash.; grandson and wife Mark and Kristen Wells of Lakeview; granddaughter and husband Lisa and Jerit Collman of Redmond; great-grandchildren Caiden Hogue, Taylor and Logan Collman; numerous nieces and nephews.

A Celebration of Life will be announced at a later date

Sharon Anne Raemer, 63, passed on to Glory on Monday, July 15, 2013 in Lakeview.

She was born April 1, 1950 in Cambridge, N.Y.

Sharon came to Lakeview in 1997. She worked for Arrow Realty, Lakeview Animal Hospital, Woodgrain Moulding, Lake County Senior Center, Energy Assistance, Schminck Museum and the Lakeview Ranger Dist.

Sharon was preceded in death by her father Ernest Raemer; mother Jennette Raemer; brother Ernest “Buddy” Raemer Jr.; sisters Lynda and Pricilla Raemer.

She is survived by son and daughter-in-law Domonick and Anne and their daughter Katherine; son Michael Arpey and family.

Sharon was a true friend to more people than you could ever count. She loved Jesus, her boys, people, cats, her yard, movies and tons of crossword puzzles. She worked hard, loved much, started over often. A survivor. An overcomer!

A Celebration of Life Service will be held Saturday, Aug. 3, 2013 at 10 a.m. at the Nazerene Church, south F and 6th streets. A potluck will be held in the Fellowship Hall following the service.

Contributions accepted to help with the final expenses. Please make checks out to Desert Rose Funeral Chapel 1705 N. 4th St., Lakeview 97630 or to Donor’s choice.

Loyal Carl Forga, 80, died at a Bend Care Center Sunday, Aug. 4, 2013.
The death occurred because of a tragic accident at his home in Lakeview December of 2011.
Carl was born Jan. 23, 1933 in Glenwood, Ark. to Edmon and Elsie Mae (Story) Forga.
Carl moved with his family from Norman, Ark. to Finn Rock on the McKenzie River in June of 1946. In September of that year the family moved to Lakeview where he had since lived.
Carl married Elaine Hamilton Feb. 6, 1994 in Lakeview.
He was preceeded in death by his parents; brothers Elvis, Elvin and baby Kenneth; sisters Eva Mae Alexander and Laverne Forga.
Carl leaves behind his wife Elaine~the love of his life; brothers Perry Forga of Lakeview and Clyde Forga of Medford; sister Rada Ann Jackson of Talent; several nieces, nephews and cousins.
Carl’s only transportation was his trusty bicycle which he kept in excellent running order.
He did have a few minor accidents with automobiles over the years; however the citizens of Lakeview were very watchful when they saw him on his bicycle, for which the family is very grateful.
In nice weather he and his bicycle made many daily rounds to his brother Perry’s home, the Polar Bear and the Pizza Villa. Eventually he would end up on main street in town where you would find him sitting on one of the many benches listening to his Walkman Radio and visiting with passersbye. Many times he would be joined by his faithful dog Dori.
In the winter months you would see Carl shoveling snow off of sidewalks and roofs and helping friends and neighbors in any way that he could.
Funeral Services will be held at the Gathering Place on Monday, Aug. 12, 2013 at 11 a.m. followed by the burial at the Sunset Park Cemetery.
Casket bearers: Jerald Steward, John Hansen, Jim Stewart, Mike Newcombe, Andy Huffstutter and Jim Huffstutter.
Contributions in memory of Carl may be made in C/O the Ousley Osterman Huffstutter Funeral Chapel, 410 Center St. Lakeview, 97630 to assist with final expenses.
Ousley Osterman Huffstutter Funeral Chapel has charge of arrangements.

Wayne E. Young, 93, passed away Monday, July 15, 2013.

He was born April 5, 1920 to Jim and Ethel Eccleston Young.

He and his brother Calvin drove the family cows from the Westside to Valley Falls in 1929.

He married his wife Marion of 71 years. Wayne served in the Sough Pacific four and a half years in WWII.

He is survived by his wife Marion; son and daughter-in-law Jim and Janice of Cottage Grove; daughters and sons-in-law Karen and Mike Hanson of Spokane, Wash. and Carol and Delmar Fowler of Sutherlin; brothers and sisters-in-law Carl and Alice of Payette, Idaho and Lauren and Dena of Roseburg; brother Fred of Oakland; many grandchildren and great-grandchildren;

Burial will be in the Veterans Cemetery in Roseburg.

George E. Reynolds, 84 passed away Saturday, June 15, 2013.

He was born in Cottonwood, Ariz. On April 15, 1929. When he a 12 he moved with his family to southern Oregon. George had a strong work ethic which landed him a job with the railroad at the age of 14. He finished his high school education and attended several years of college before marrying Nadine, his high school sweetheart on July 16, 1949.

George held several different jobs before becoming employed with the Forest Service on the Diamond Lake District. He started at the station at Big Camas which was closed after a road was built along the North Umpqua River and all operations were moved to Toketee Ranger Station. He was in charge of the recreation department and helped develop the campgrounds and picnic areas surrounding Diamond Lake. Also, he worked on fire lookouts, aided crews on forest fire lines and did search and rescue. In1974 George and Nadine moved to Sitka, Alaska and in 1982 to Leavenworth, Wash. continuing their jobs for the Forest Service. George retired in 1987 and in 1991 he and Nadine moved to Lakeview where they enjoyed 22 wonderful years as volunteers for the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife working at Hart Mountain Antelope Refuge and conducted Christmas bird counts for the Audubon Society.

George was a talented man. He could build anything. He loved the outdoors and wide open spaces.

He was preceded in death by his wife Nadine, who passed away May 10, 2013.

George is survived by sons and daughters-in-law Pete and Vonna Reynolds and Loren and Sherry Reynolds; daughter and son-in-law Penny and Rolf Lengwenus; eight grandchildren; five great-grandchildren.

Elwyn Tesche, 94, passed away Saturday, July 20, 2013.

Elwyn was born in San Francisco, Calif. on July 2, 1919.  He grew up in Sausalito and received his BA in psychology at Cal Berkeley after serving in India and China in the Army Air Corps 1942-46. He received a Masters of Divinity from San Francisco Theological Seminary in California.

He met and married Peg Carpenter in 1949 while they were both studying at the seminary. They had two children, son Arthur and daughter Jean.

For almost four years Peg and Elwyn served a parish area in Montana, 10 miles SW of Glacier Park.  They lived in Martin City in a modern log cabin.  With three-four services each Sunday and four church schools they had a very busy time serving a wide variety of people during the building of the Hungry Horse Dam and Power Plant.

In 1955 a call from the Fairmont Presbyterian Church in Eugene filled the next six years. The University of Oregon started four blocks west of the church and about 1960 expanded to the church site scattering the residents and eliminating many members who transferred to closer churches.

In 1961 they received a call from the church in Lakeview in south central Oregon, 5000 feet in altitude.  Lake County is unique with four scholarship programs for college for its high school graduates.

In 1975 they received a call from Bandon on the south Oregon coast and spent six wonderful years there.   In 1981 they retired and moved to Eugene.  Throughout those 31 years they worked as a team with Peg leading the Church schools and women’s groups.  Peg died very suddenly in 1989.

Elwyn is survived by his son Arthur Tesche of Munich, Germany;  daughter Jean Tesche currently in Washington, DC;  grandsons Andreas and Patrick, also in Germany.

A memorial service will be held at the Chapel at Central Presbyterian Church, Eugene,  at 2 p.m. on Sept. 3, 2013.

In lieu of flowers, please send contributions to Cascade Health Solutions Hospice, 2650 Suzanne Way, Eugene 97408, a local hospice organization or the American Friends Service Committee.

Ruby Ellen Hammersly, 94,  died at her home on Sunday, Aug. 4, 2013.

Ruby was born to Fritz and Ellen (Cloud) Steiner in Cheney, Wash. on May 7, 1919. She grew up in Cheney, where she graduated from high school.

She came to New Pine Creek in June 1941 and married Milton Hammersly on Christmas day in 1941 and he preceded her in death in 1984.

She made her home in New Pine Creek until she could no longer drive to Lakeview due to her poor eyesight.

At the time of her retirement, she had worked as a legal secretary for many years for Ted Conn’s law office.

Ruby’s favorite pastime was reminiscing and cluing anyone willing to listen, in on the history of New Pine Creek and surrounding areas. She loved this area and thoroughly enjoyed talking about it.

Ruby is survived by a very large extended family.

At Ruby’s request no public services will be held. She will be inurned in the New Pine Creek Cemetery on the grave of her grandfather, John Calvin Cloud.

Memorial contributions may be made to a charity of the donor’s choice.

Desert Rose Funeral Chapel is in charge of the arrangements.

Frances M. Shanahan Medeiros died peacefully on Monday, Aug. 5, 2013 in San Mateo, Calif.

Frances was born in San Francisco, Calif. at St Francis Hospital, to Benjamin and Mary Shanahan.  She attended St. Vincent’s Catholic Prep High School, in San Francisco.

Frances began and finished her career, in the Insurance business.   She was a loyal, hard working employee of Penn Mutual for 35 years.  She became the Managing General Agent for the San Francisco Penn Mutual Agency responsible for Northern California.  Frances was the highest female executive in the Insurance Industry, of her time.

Frances greatest achievements have been the effect she had on the lives of her family, friends and work colleagues, at Penn Mutual.

Frances was active in several clubs and organizations. Her favorites were the Soroptimist International Club and PEO.  Frances served as the President of the Soroptimist Club, San Francisco Chapter, in 1970.  Frances loved to read, volunteer, attend the symphony and adored her cat, Tommy.  She was a lifelong devoted 49’er and Giants fan.

She is predeceased by her husband George Medeiros; sisters Benardine Norton and June Shanahan.

Frances was the beloved aunt of Marta Cunningham, Mark Norton, Michael Norton and Jeffrey Norton, and the adored great-aunt to Katie, Brandon, Calli, Michayla and Keara.

Visitation for family and friends will begin at 6 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 15, 2013 at Sneider, Sullivan and O’Connell’s 977 South El Camino Real, San Mateo with the vigil to begin at 7 p.m.  The funeral mass will be celebrated at 9:30 a.m. on Friday, Aug. 16, 2013 at Our Lady of Angels, 1721 Hillside Dr., Burlingame, with a reception following.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Frances honor may be made to the Hospice Organization.

Lyle Emery Springer, Jr., 70, died in Bend on Tuesday, July 23, 2013.

Lyle was born to Lyle and Mary (Millard) Springer in Ashland on Feb. 19, 1943. He grew up in Ashland where he graduated from high school in 1962. He moved to Medford, where he worked for a number of years as a truck driver, involved in local and long haul deliveries of building materials. After retiring, he moved to Dallas, where he lived until moving to Lakeview in 2004.

Lyle and Patricia Patten were married in Lakeview on June 9, 2007.

Lyle was a “people person” who always had time to visit with just about anyone who would lend an ear. He thoroughly enjoyed the fellowship he found in attending church. At the time of his death he was a very faithful attendee of the Lakeview Church Of The Nazarene.

Lyle’s favorite pastimes were fishing, listening to Elvis Presley and attending the drag races.

Lyle was preceded in death by his parents; daughter Bobbi Jo.

He is survived by wife Patricia Springer of Lakeview; brother Warren of Canyonville; brothers and sisters-in-law Rodger and Debbie of Gervais, Dan and Lois of Medford, John and Judy of Lakeview and Bob and Virginia of Sheridan; numerous nieces and nephews.

A memorial service will be held on Saturday, Aug. 24, 2013 at 11 a.m. at the Lakeview Church of the Nazarene with a potluck dinner in the fellowship hall following the service.

Contributions in Lyle’s memory may be made to the Oregon Outback Humane Society, P.O. Box 206, Lakeview 97630, or to a charity of the donor’s choice.

Desert Rose Funeral Chapel is in charge of the arrangements.

Richard L. (Dick) Riley, 56, died at the Lake District Long Term Care Facility in Lakeview, Monday, Aug. 12, 2013 following a lengthy illness.

Dick was born Jan. 10, 1957 in Longview, Texas to John P. and Sarah (Peters) Riley Henson.

Dick lived in the Wolf Creek area before coming to Lakeview 10 years ago. He was employed as a millwright in construction during his working years.

He was preceded in death by his Father; nephew Quest Bolek.

Survivors include mother Sarah Henson of Westlake, La.; sons Timothy Riley of Port Richey, Fla. and Curtis Riley of Ardmore, Okla.; daughter Jennifer of Sulphur, Okla.; brothers Derek Riley of Lakeview, Gene and David Riley of Westlake, La.;  sister Exine Combs of Westlake, La.

A Celebration of Life Service was held at the Ousley Osterman Huffstutter Funeral Chapel on Friday Aug. 16, 2013.  The interment was private.

Ousley Osterman Huffstutter  Funeral Chapel had charge of the arrangements.

Donna Marie Luker Robertson, 78, passed away at her home on Wednesday, July 10, 2013 in Portland.

Donna was born in St. Paul, Minn. on April 9, 1935 to Arthur Luker and Bernadine Imdieke Luker.

Donna married LaRoi Robertson on April 19, 1955 at St. Catherine’s Church in Valley City, ND. They lived in Lakeview from 1970-1980.  Initially, Donna worked for Dr. Wilbur when they first moved to Lakeview from Ashland. Later, Donna had a long and enjoyable career working for System 99. In 1980, they moved to Clatskanie, where she worked for many years at Joel Olson Trucking as the office manager.

Donna enjoyed being hostess to many faculty functions and other gatherings in Lakeview and Clatskanie. She enjoyed hosting chili feeds for her truck drivers. She also hosted elaborate brunches for the football coaches and their wives.

They moved from Clatskanie in 2009 to be closer to their children. Donna had a generous heart and spirit and will be missed by her family and many friends.

Donna is survived by her husband LaRoi; sons James and Randall; son and daughter-in-law Casey and Brenda; daughter Judy.  She is also survived by her brothers William and Gerald Luker; four grandchildren; one great-grandchild.

A service for Donna will be held on Sunday, Aug. 25, 2013 at the North Star Ballroom, 635 N. Killingworth Ct., Portland from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Donald “Don” Coops, 91, passed away Saturday, Aug. 17, 2013 at the Lake District Hospital in Lakeview.

He was born in Napa, Calif. on Feb. 24, 1922. Don was the second son of Harold Van Coops and Dorothy Dobbel Coops. He was raised in Sonoma, Calif. on the Coops Brothers Orchards and Packing Plant in Vineburg. Don was not to follow in his father’s footsteps, however. As a little boy, he had a horse long before he was tall enough to climb in the saddle and he demonstrated a complete indifference toward all things mechanical! From the time he helped his grandfather handle draft horses and cattle, his strong bond with animals never waned.

Don attended Cal Poly – San Luis Obispo, and Utah State, and was a WWII veteran, having served in the infantry, Horse Cavalry, Air Corps and as an Artillery Officer.

He married Rose Marie Freemyer on June 5, 1944 at Camp Shelby, Miss., and in 1945 their son Tom was born. In 1948, they moved to the Flat Creek Ranch near Orvada, Nev. He learned to run cattle on the open range, a life he loved for the next 65 years. In 1954, daughter Teresa was born in Reno, Nev. and in 1956, after managing others’ ranches for many years, Don and Rose Marie bought the Cloud Ranch and moved their family to Surprise Valley.

After years of raising and putting up hay for his cattle, he purchased a winter range near Frenchman Station, east of Fallon, Nev. He loved to say he didn’t have “welfare cattle”, because they never ate hay. They ran on open range both winter and summer.

Don enjoyed wide open spaces, sagebrush and good cattle. He was more at home in solitude, riding his horse on the range near the Bitner Ranch, than he was working with people, but he could also be very effective working with others when it was something he believed in. He helped to start the Lamb Wool Pool, was on the Soil Conservation District Board, the local school board, PCA Board, held offices in the Cattleman’s Assoc., and was one of the founders of “Range” magazine.

In later years, Jan’s Hearth (which he affectionately called “The Office”), became his home away from home where he could often be found shootin’ the breeze with fellow ranchers.

Don was preceded in death by his beloved wife Rose Marie; parents Harold and Dorothy; brother Harold.

He is survived by son and daughter-in-law Tom and Kathy; daughter and son-in-law Teresa and Bob Squires; brother William; sister Catherine; grandson Jonathan; granddaughters Laura and Christina; six great-grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews.

The funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 21, 2013 at the Community Church in Cedarville, Calif. Burial will be in the Cedarville Cemetery with Military Honors. Following the burial a pot luck dessert will be held in the Church Fellowship Hall.

Contributions in Don’s memory may be made to the Range Conservation Foundation, c/o Ed Depaoli, P.O. Box 1595, Carson City, Nev. 89702 or to a charity of the donor’s choice.

Desert Rose Funeral of Lakeview is in charge of the arrangements.

Violet Mae Wendler, 92, went to be with her Lord and Savior on July 21, 2013.

She was born in Marshfield to Jesten and Ellen Kolz Galland and raised in lower Yakima Valley, Wash. Violet attended school in Granview and Mabton.

She married John D. Wendler and lived in Alaska for 22 years, working in aircraft communications. John worked for the Fish and Wildlife Service.

They raised their family in various towns in Alaska, then Lakeview, and Reno, Nev. After retiring to Pedee, they moved to Keizer, and in 2010, to Bend. Violet and John were married 50 years.

Violet enjoyed country life and her many friends and family. She had a love for education and history and worked most of her life. She spent many hours gardening, reading, cooking and sewing.

She was a member of Pedee and Keizer Community Churches and attended Summit Community Church in Bend. Violet was a member of the Military Order of the Purple Heart and the Alaska Club.

Violet was preceded in death by her husband John; parents Jesten and Ellen Galland; son John L.; daughter Jackie Beacham; and 10 siblings.

She is survived by daughter Gale Bloch, Puyallup, Wash.; daughter and son-in-law Gwen and Jim Millard of Bend; daughter-in-law Argelida Wendler, Wellington, Fla.; grandchildren Jennie and Jim Walsh, Kirkland, Wash., Marc and Greg, Bloch, Wash., Bryan and Heaven Beacham, Cornelius, Kelly and Todd Hoodenpyl, Tillamook, Pat Millard, San Diego, Calif., and Johnny and Tara Wendler, Wellington, Fla.; and 14 great-grandchildren

Violet had a great love for her Country and God. She was fiercely devoted and loyal to her family and her friends. She had such an excitement for each day.