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A. Dean von Stein
A. Dean von Stein was born November 14, 1927 in Bedford, Indiana. He passed away December 9, 2004, at his home in Shady Cove, Oregon. Memorial Services will be held Monday, December 27, 2004, 10:30 a.m., at Eagle Point Nazarene Church.
Dean came to the Rogue Valley as a young child and made his home here all of his life. He served in the U.S. Army from 1946 to 1948.
He worked in the lumber industry and for many years was employed by Double D. Lumber Company.
Dean loved the outdoors and often hiked into high mountain lakes. He was well acquainted with the mountain trails and spent much time hunting and enjoying nature.
He enjoyed music and for years was involved in the music program at Church of the Nazarene. He sang in the Fishermen Male Quartet.
He is survived by one son, Gary and Rebecca von Stein of Eugene; two daughters, Sharon and Dean Hartenstein of Oregon City, Karen and Dennis Harbour of Springfield; one sister, Audrey Muirhead of Ahivahnee, Californias; eight grandchildren and four great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents and two brothers.
Anthony Ray Martin
Anthony Ray "Tony" Martin died on November 26, 2004, at Oregon Health Sciences University in Portland, following a long illness.
Tony was born June 28, 1942, in Oakland, CA to Anthony "Ray" and Elizabeth Martin, deceased.
His survivors include wife Jan and son Anthony, of Jacksonville; sister Sharon Christensen of San Francisco; and nephews Michael and Eric Christensen of Santa Clara, CA and Frisco, TX, respectively.
As a young man, Tony was a member of Troop 241 in Pleasant Hill, CA, and became an Eagle Scout at age 15. He proudly served in the U.S. Army and the Oregon National Guard. He made Southern Oregon his home in the early 1960's, where he attended Southern Oregon College, worked as a guide on the Rogue River, a construction worker, and in the restaurant business.
Tony was a member of Laborer's Union Local 1400, and worked on several local projects around the Rogue Valley, including Lost Creek Dam, Applegate Dam, and the refurbishment of the Peter Britt Gardens. He was owner/operator of Tony's Bar and Grill in Ashland. He loved hunting, fishing, and the outdoors. Tony's friends were very important to him, and staying current on his friendships was one of the hallmarks of his life. His childhood friend, Bud Van Buren, commented that Tony is now "soaring with the Eagles", a statement Tony used to make after attaining his Eagle Scout status.
Tony was known for his sense of humor, and his quick wit was loved by all. Harmless practical jokes were his hobby, and led to many opportunities for good story-telling and laughs. He was genuinely loved, and will be sincerely missed by his family and friends.
There will be a celebration of Tony's life at his home in Jacksonville on January 15, 2005. Memorial contributions can be made in Tony's name to organizations dealing with the welfare of children, the fight against obesity, or to a favorite charity.
James Kingsley Sours
Jim died at his Medford home, December 4, 2004, at age 79. Best known for his tenure as President of Southern Oregon State College during the 1970's, Jim lived a life rich in experiences of the Great Depression, World War II, academia, community service, and of course, family. It was a life worthy of reflection.
What is the connection between the boy who joined his pastor father on the church steps Sunday mornings to greet congregation members and the young man who, years later, greeted open house guests as they arrived at the President's home in Ashland? Did his daily, pre-dawn paper route match the many pre-dawn hours spent preparing his PhD thesis? Without his heavy participation in the Enid, OK junior high and high school band programs, would he have grown to love classical music and support Jefferson Public Radio? Is it possible his compassion for those less fortunate was inspired by his younger sister who, born with cerebral palsy, learned not only to stand, walk and eat, but also attended college and has become a model for all who know her? Or, what about the rich friendship, lasting over 30 years, with a young man who sold Jim his first car? The old Hudson was never worth more than Jim owed on it, but it didn't matter, because the friendship was the important thing.
How much influence on Jim's later academic achievements was a high school teacher's answer to his question, "Why do I get a C when my exam grade was the highest in the class?" The teacher said, "For you, it is a flunk. I expect you to be working harder and reaching far beyond this point!" Jim's lifetime of experiences became his toolbox for building into the future. He was a forward-looking man, anxious to make things better than they were. He is survived by his sister Mary of Orlando, Florida, his wife Alice and his three children: Jim of New Mexico, Jan of Jacksonville, David of Medford, and three grandchildren.
The University will celebrate his life February 7, 2005, with the dedication of a new student leadership center to be constructed above the Redford Lounge in the Stevenson Union. Those who would like to honor Jim may send contributions to the Southern Oregon University Foundation for this purpose.
Joseph David Haddad
Joseph David Haddad, 93, of Talent, Oregon, died at home with his family by his side on November 25, 2004. Services were held at Hillcrest Memorial Park on December 2, 2004 with Pastor John Braund officiating.
Joseph was born in a small village near Sidon Lebanon on May 7, 1911. He and his mother passed through Ellis Island fourteen years later to join his father who had come to this country eight years prior in search of a better life. The family settled in Cedar Rapids, IA, where eventually Joseph's family grew in size. Joseph attended the University of Iowa, participating in football and wrestling. While in Iowa, he met and married
his first wife, Esther with whom he had a son, Richard Joseph who resides in Arlington, TX.
Like his father before him, Joseph and his new family left Cedar Rapids for Long Beach, CA in search of opportunity. Joseph began to master his skill in tool and dye at Vaultee Inc., in Burbank, CA. The closing of the company led to a chance meeting that would have a profound impact on his life, that of meeting Mr. Jack Northrop of Northrop Aircraft Corporation. He began working in the field of aviation in the early 1940's. Joseph, as Pastor John Braund so eloquently stated, was a man of vision. He looked to the future with optimism and enthusiasm. It was while working at Northrop that Joseph met and married
his second wife, Bette, with whom he had two daughters, Joanne Michelle Haddad and Susan Marie Haddad, both residing in Talent.
Joseph was in his time a scratch golfer. He played for the "A" flight at Northrop and at one time beat professional golfer, Ed. Furgol. Joseph was also an avid handball, tennis player and weightlifter. In many ways he was way ahead of his time in the area of fitness and nutrition. His mother and father, Sadie and David of Cedar Rapids, IA, sister Rebecca Sampica, of Cedar Rapids, IA, and brother Dr. Benjamin F. Haddad M.D., of Gross Pointe Farms, MI, precede him in death.
In addition to his wife Bette, surviving family includes his son Richard J. Haddad of Arlington, TX; daughters Joanne M. Haddad and Susan M. Haddad of Talent, OR; and brother William B. Haddad of Los Angeles, CA.
His family wishes to express heartfelt thanks to RVMC Home Health and Hospice and to the staff at Interim Health Care for their kindness and support during Joseph's last days. Joseph was much loved and will be greatly missed.
Nancy Ann Malony
Nancy Ann Malony, 64, of Prospect, died Sunday, December 12, 2004.
A memorial service will be held at the Prospect Community Hall at 2 p.m., January 2, 2005. Chaplin Earl Best will officiate. A potluck will follow.
Nancy was born in Easton, PA to Robert and Mae (Billiard) Darrohn on March 31, 1940. In 1945 Nancy moved from Pennsylvania to California. Later in 1952 she moved to Oregon where she attended Elk Trial and Prospect High School. On June 25, 1957 in Reno, NV, she married
William L. Malony of Prospect.
Nancy loved the outdoors, and her animals on the ranch. When she wasn't busy feeding the animals, she loved watching football and basketball. Most of all, she loved being with her family friends.
Nancy worked at Becky's Cafe in Union Creek for 25 years.
In addition to her husband Williams, survivors include a daughter, Norma Miller of Prospect; three sons, Bill Maloy of Prospect, Chris Malony of Grants Pass; Ronald Malony of Prospect; a sister, Doris Crownover of Klamath River, CA; two brothers, Robert Darrohn of Midpines, CA and Jack Darrohn of Medford; six grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren.
Memorial contributions may be made to a cancer research foundation of your choice.
Raymond Donald Willey
Raymond Donald Willey, 55, of Medford, entered his eternal home with the Lord on Thursday, December 16, 2004.
Ray was born on September 21, 1949 in Seattle, Washington. He served his country in the United States army during the Vietnam War. On August 17, 1989 he married
the love of his life, Kathy Campbell in Seattle, Washington. They them moved to the Rogue Valley where they have lived with their family for the past 15 years.
Ray has been a member of the Medford Neighborhood Church and the Alliance Bible Chapel, where he served in ministries.
He had a great love for the game of golf and enjoyed "making memories" with his wife, children and grandchildren.
Surviving his passing are wife Kathy Willey; his children, Michael and Heidi of Phoenix, Christopher and Jennifer of Medford; and Tony of Medford; his three brothers, Brad and wife Wendy of Wenatchee, Washington, Stan and wife Irene of Seattle, Washington; and Ken Willey. He is also survived by his five loving grandchildren: Blake, Rachel, Grace, Brogan and Jadyn.
A memorial service for Ray's family and friends will be held on Tuesday, December 21, 2004 at 11 a.m. in the Medford Neighborhood Church, with Pastors Lee Gregory and Robert Mathers officiating.
Ronald M. Slater
Ronald M. Slater, age 69, died December 5, 2004 at Richmond Washington Hospital. A retired pipefitter of Hanford. Ronald also attended school in Medford and Southern Oregon College.
Born September 28, 1935 in Tacoma, Washington. Son of Charles D. Slater (deceased) & Gurnith "Babe" Slater.
Survived by his wife Jeanette, 2 daughters Renette Judd & Rhonda Smith, neices & nephews, 7 grandchildren, 4 great-grandchildren, Kennewick & here. Also his mother, a brother Donald L. Slater of Gold Hill.
A memorial was held in Eagles Kennewick, OR.
Shirley Lucille Stuart
Shirley L. Stuart, 86, formerly of Medford, died Wednesday, December 15, 2004 in Albany.
Funeral services will be Saturday, December 18th at 10:00 am at Perl Funeral Home, Medford.
Shirley was born December, 8, 1918 to John W. and Nellie (Glasson) Gibson in Elgin, OR. The family lived in Kelso, WA and Seaside, OR before moving to Medford, OR in 1924. She attended Medford schools, graduating from Medford High School in 1937. Shirley attended Medford Business College and was employed as a bookkeeper at American Laundry.
On July 4, 1941, she married
James E. (Cotton) Stuart in Reno, NV. They resided in Medford until moving to Toketee on the North Umpqua River in May 1948. Living at Toketee for 31 years, they raised 2 daughters. Shirley taught Sunday School and was the Camp Fire Girls leader for many years. Outdoor activities she enjoyed were hiking, fishing, hunting, gardening and cooking. She especially enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren.
In 1979, they retired to Medford. Shirley moved to Albany in 2000. Preceding her in death were husband James and daughter Betty Stuart Mitchell. Survivors include daughter Peggy Schultz of Albany; brother Stanley Gibson of Medford; five grandchildren, Anjeantette Russell of Indio, CA, Steve Mitchell of Roseburg; Eric Schultz of San Francisco, CA; Suzanne Schultz of Portland; Pamela Schultz of Corvallis and great grandson, Steve Mitchell Jr.
Family suggests memorial contributions be made to charity of choice.
Arrangements are with Perl Funeral Home.
Florence West
Florence West, 86 years old, of Applegate, died Friday, December 17, 2004 at Medford Rehabilitiation and Healthcare Center. Arrangements: Memory Gardens Mortuary of Medford.
Janet K. Bernard
Janet K. Bernard, 65 (Dec. 19, 1938), of Central Point, died at her home on December 18, 2004. Arrangements: Hillcrest Memorial Park & Mortuary.
Jim R. Tosh
Jim R. Tosh, 70 (March 8, 1934), of Medford, died at his home on December 17, 2004. Arrangements: Hillcrest Memorial Park & Mortuary.
John P. Ham
John P. Ham, 42, of Talent, died Thursday, December 16, 2004 at Rogue Valley Medical Center. Arrangements: Grants Pass Funeral Alternatives.
Elwood Milton Porter
Elwood Milton Porter, 87, of Medford, died Monday (Jan. 3, 2005) at his home. Arrangements: Rogue Valley Funeral Alternatives.
Grace Whiting
Grace Whiting, died on Dec. 31, 2004, after a lengthly illness.
She was born in Coos Bay, on Sept. 9, 1922, to Roamie and Florence Thomason and had lived in White City since moving from Idaho in 1984.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Leo A. Whiting, and is survived by a sister, Erma Whiting of White City; three children: Arlene (Tess) Kusel of White City, Floyd Whiting of Reno, NV, and Joye Overlund of Clatskanie; as well as eight grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren.
Haden H. Dorsey
Haden H. Dorsey, 78, of Medford, died Saturday, January 1, 2005.
A memorial service will be at 1 p.m., Friday, January 7, 2005 at Conger-Morris, Medford. Pastor Tim Olsen of Bethel Church will officiate. Burial will be at 3 p.m. at the Veteran's National cemetery in Eagle Point.
Haden was born on August 6, 1926 in Heavenir, Oklahoma, to parents Zine and Ida Dorsey. He was a Rogue Valley resident for over 40 years. On August 13, 1979, in Carson City, NV, he married
Gail A. Dorsey, who survives.
He served in the U.S. Army during WWII as a Staff Sgt., awarded the Asiatic Pacific Theatre Campaign Ribbon with one Bronze Star, and Philippine Liberation Ribbon.
He was a retired lumber manager for D. R. Johnson Lumber Co.
He enjoyed hunting, reading, watching football and farming.
He attended Bethel Church in Medford.
In addition to his wife Gail, survivors include his son, Ronald H. Dorsey of Roseburg; daughters, Kathleen "Katz" DeLauney of Charlotte, NC and Lori D. Hamilton of Vale; sisters, Charlene Yates of Phoenix, AZ and Carol Mangham of Oklahoma City, OK; brother Paul Dorsey of Talihina, OK; and seven grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his brothers, Henry and Harvey Dorsey, Claudie and Casper Clubb; and sisters, Ersie Scott and LaVonne Wisdom.
Arrangements: Conger-Morris Funeral Directors of Medford.
Humberto 'Bert' Serrano, SR.
"Bert" Serrano, 79, died Saturday, January 1, 2005 at his home in Phoenix, OR.
He was born December 4, 1925 to Pedro Serrano and Fransica Tolano Serrano and was raised in El Paso, Texas. Bert served in the U.S. Navy during World War II in the Pacific Theatre and was honorably discharged in May of 1946 as a decorated war hero. On November 14, 1947, he married
Guadalupe Arzaga, who preceded him in death, June 7, 1996. They lived in Hawthorne, Nevada for 48 years, raising five children. They were very active in the community and in Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church, developing many close friends and lasting memories.
He worked at the U.S. Naval Ammunition Depot for 32 years and retired as Head Safety Director in 1980. Athletics were an important part of Bert's life. As a three sport star at Cathedral High School in El Paso, Texas, to playing, coaching and officiating in Hawthorne, Nevada, he passed this legacy on to his family. His sons and grandchildren have excelled in athletics as players, coaches and officials. His son, Bert Serrano, Jr., a Hall of Fame member and three sport star at the University of Nevada, was an outstanding coach at Fallon, Nevada and recently retired as a University of Nevada Track Coach. His son, Fernando Serrano was an outstanding football player at University of Nevada and has officiated for over 25 years. The legacy continues with grandchildren who were top athletes in Reno, Las Vcgas, Ashland and Medford, Oregon. In honor of this legacy, an athletic scholarship in his name will be given at Mineral County High School, Hawthorne Nevada. Bert moved to Medford, Oregon in 1996 and was an active member of the Medford Senior Center.
He was known for his keen sense of humor and loving and caring attitude. He will be missed by all.
Surviving him are his sister, Mary Lucy Rucker of Phoenix, AZ; a brother, Oscar Barreda, El Paso, TX, and his five children, three daughters, Frances Pedrojetti of Medford, OR, Mary Johnson and Gina Goodin both of Las Vegas, NV; and two sons Bert Serrano, Jr., Reno, NV, and Fernando Serrano of Winnemucca, NV; 14 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren.
A funeral mass will be said Friday, January 7, 2005 at 11 a.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Visitation will be on Thursday, January 6, 2005 from 6 to 8 p.m. at 550 Business Park Drive. Interment will be at Eagle Point National cemetery, Eagle Point OR.
As a believer in Jesus, Bert would say "He's gone topside." Arrangements: Rogue Valley Funeral Alternatives, Medford, Oregon.
Laurence 'Larry' Barger
The memorial service for Larry Barger will be held Friday, January 7, 2005 at 11:00 a.m. at Litwiller-Simonsen Funeral Home, Ashland. Inurnment will be in Mountain View cemetery, Ashland.
Mr. Barger, 80, of Ashland, died Tuesday, December 28, 2004 at Ashland Community Hospital.
He was born May 6, 1924 in Columbia, MO. to Perry and Cordelia Barger. The family came to Ashland in 1938 and he graduated from Ashland High School in 1942. He worked for several Ashland lumber mills and retired in 1982 from United Grocers in Medford. He was secretary for the Southern Oregon Teamster Retirees, a member and past president of the Southern Oregon Good Sams, and a member of the Siskiyou RV Club.
In 1945 he married
the former Betty Nichols, who survives. Additional survivors include two sons, David of Gresham, OR and Dale of Pegram, TN; grand-children Jesse and Rosemary of Nashville, TN and Stephanie of Gresham, OR; three brothers, Marvin of Richland, WA; Kenneth of Ashland; and Bill of Medford; sister, Gladys Bass of Rogue River, OR.
Levon Sargent
Levon Sargent, 84, of Prospect, passed away Friday, December 31, 2004 at Aida's Adult Foster Care in Medford, where she has lived since August, 2000.
She was born Gweneth Levon Keizur on February 5, 1920 in Medford to William and Mabel Keizur. On April 29, 1939, she married
Calvin E. Sargent in Yreka, CA who passed away in 1999. They lived in Prospect for many years.
Besides her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents, a brother and a sister, William and Ruth Keizur.
She is survived by two children, Glenda Isaac of Central Point and Mike Sargent of Medford; two sisters, Beverly Ownby of Gold Hill and Patt Baum of Central Point; 6 grandchildren, Dan and Daren Isaac, of Central Point, Debbie Meyers of Gold Hill, Greg and Aaron Sargent, of White City, and Amanda Gilman of Hillsboro; and 5 great-grandchildren.
A memorial gathering for the family will be set at a later date.
