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Vivian Dannice Smith
SMITH, Vivian Dannice — Age 54, of Roseburg, Oregon, passed away
on Friday, October 7, 2005, in her home surrounded by her family. She was born on October 12, 1950, in Roseburg. Vivian spent most of her life in Roseburg. She lived a short time in Alaska; Pendleton, Oregon; and Eugene, Oregon. Vivian graduated from Cove High School in 1968. She received a AA degree in bookkeeping from Lane Community College in 1976 and an AA degree in business management from Umpqua Community College in 2004. Vivian enjoyed hunting, fishing, camping, going to the ocean, collecting rocks, traveling and was an avid reader. She and her daughter, Cecilee traveled the Alcan Highway in the mid 80's. Vivian had a soft spot in her heart for animals. She took in strays and went to the Humane Society to get sicker animals to nurse back to health. Vivian also volunteered for the dis-Ability Network, Altrusa, made food boxes at UCAN, and Project Literacy. Survivors include her daughters, Cecilee Strunk and her husband, Wade of Roseburg; Kristina Hamby and her husband, Levi of Pendleton; sister, Jennie Lindi and her husband, Robert Guse of Roseburg; grandchildren, Shawney; Tanisha; Raven; Evelyn; nieces, Chena and Codie; nephew, Craig; and her extended family, friends, and pool compadres at Reston Reds. No services will be held at Vivian’s request. Private cremation rites will be held. WILSON'S CHAPEL OF THE ROSES is in charge of arrangements.
Bobby ‘Bob’ Lee Hunter
It broke our hearts to lose you, but you didn't go alone - for part of us went with you. The day God called you home.
HUNTER, Bobby "Bob" Lee — Age 78, of Sutherlin, Oregon, passed away on Sunday, October 2, 2005. Bob was born on January 4, 1927, in Noel, Missouri, to the late Clarence and Leona (Lovitt) Hunter. He was the first of nine children. The family moved around following crops in his early years. He moved to the Sutherlin area in 1951. Bob worked for Martin Brothers Box for many years. When he retired he had been with Champion in Roseburg for 19 years. He married Virginia Cannon in 1959 and she preceded him in death in 1994. After his retirement he kept himself busy with his love of fishing, going to the car races and his trips to Reno, Nevada. In early spring, you may remember him handing out his beautiful magnolia blossoms around town. Bob is survived by sisters, Joy Beutler and her husband, Earl of Oakland, Oregon; Lena Bratton of Roseburg, Oregon; Patsy Ramerez and her husband, Oscar of Dickinson, Texas; Shirley Ferguson and her husband, Larry of Peoria, Illinois; Linda Sue Moses and her husband, Fred of Houston, Texas; brother, Bill Hunter of Portland, Oregon; Frank Hunter of Cusick, Washington; step grandson; numerous nieces; nephews; great-nieces and nephews; and even great-great-nieces and nephews. He was also preceded in death by uncle Delbert Lovitt; sister Betty Jane Nicholas; nephew Ronald Beutler; great nephew William Beutler; step-son, James Eva. The family would like to extend a very special thank you to the staff of Mercy Medical Modual Unit and Mercy Hospice House for the loving care they showed to Bob and his family. Bob will be missed by his many family members and those who have had the pleasure to come to know him throughout his lifetime. In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate contributions be made in Bob’s memory to the American Cancer Society or your local hospice house. Graveside services will be held at the Fair Oaks Cemetery on Saturday, October 15, 2005, at 1 p.m. WILSON’S CHAPEL OF THE ROSES is in charge of arrangements.
Vera Grace Pinkerton Hatfield
HATFIELD, Vera Grace Pinkerton — Age 94, of Roseburg, Oregon, passed away on Thursday, October 6, 2005. She was born on August 1, 1911, in Burlington, Washington, she lived there until she was 7 years old when the family moved to Roberts Creek, Oregon. Vera left home when she was in her early 20's to live with her aunt in Albany, Oregon, where she worked and went to school at Albany College to become a nurse. She completed Nurses Training at the U of O School of Nursing and worked in several places including Montana for several years before joining the Army Nurse Corps. Vera was in the military during WWII and was sent to England, via ocean liner, to supervise and set up operating rooms to care for the wounded soldiers. She had tours in England and France just after the bombings there. Her capabilities as a professional were evident as her rank increased to Captain when she left the Army to come back to Oregon, her home, to take care of her dying mother. During those post war years she married Walden Hatfield, whom she had known most of her life. She lived the rest of her life on her beautiful ranch and loved and cared for her family and the community, who respected and loved who she was as a person and a professional. Her loving heart gave in every way to every neighbor and friend she knew. She used her professional skills in innovative ways, to nurse the animals on her beautiful ranch and saved many a sheep dog and little bummer lambs. Vera was kind, thoughtful and giving and will be remembered in the hearts of those who knew her as one of the remarkable women of South Deer Creek. She will be missed. Survivors include her son, Thomas Hatfield; daughter, Barbara Kappus; son, Dan Hatfield and his wife, Barb; son, David Hatfield and his wife, Deborah; grandchildren Lane; AnneMarie; Brian; Clint; Kelsie and great-grandson, Brice. She was preceded in death by her husband, Walden. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, October 13, 2005, at 1 p.m. at the First Presbyterian Church. A reception will follow in the fellowship hall. Pastors Duane and Vicki Brown will officiate. Private interment will be within the grounds of Roseburg Memorial Gardens. Wilson's Chapel of the Roses is in charge of arrangements.
Rodney ‘Rod’ Gene Galusha
GALUSHA, Rodney “Rod” Gene — Age 70, of Roseburg, Oregon, passed away on Sunday, October 9, 2005. He was born on October 17, 1934, in Abington, Illinois, son of Raymond and Vera (Amos) Galusha. He was raised and educated in Illinois, graduating from Western Illinois University as a teacher. Rod was united in marriage to Shirley Welch on February 17, 1956, in LaHarpe, Illinois. They moved to Oregon in 1967 and settled in the Roseburg area. Rod went to work teaching and coaching in the Roseburg School System, while Shirley went to work as a nurse at Mercy Hospital. He retired several years ago. Mr. Galusha enjoyed sports and cribbage and he was an avid reader. He also enjoyed yard sales, but his real love was family and he was a grandpa to many kids. He will be missed. He leaves his wife of over forty-nine years, Shirley of Roseburg. He is also survived by his children, Denise Galusha of Roseburg; Mitch Galusha and his wife, Michelle of Roseburg; Mark Galusha of Portland; and Debbie Willis and her husband, Kelly of Roseburg. Rod had 19 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Private family services will be held. Memorial donations in his name may be made to the Mercy Administration Education Fund at 2700 Stewart Parkway, in Roseburg, Oregon. TAYLOR’S FAMILY CHAPEL assisted the family.
Claude David Antone Engler
ENGLER, Claude David Antone — Passed away on October 6, 2005, in Sutherlin, Oregon. He was born on April 22, 1941, in Oconto, Wisconsin, to Leonard and Violet Engler, who preceded him in death. The family moved to Oakland, Oregon, in 1948, where he lived for 30 years. He then moved to Florida for 25 years where he made several very good friends. He returned to Oregon in 2002, where he lived out the rest of his life. He loved the Atlanta Braves, Roy Rogers and the old Western movies that he grew up with. He is survived by one brother, Dale; two sisters, Odena Wolf and her husband, Lou; Josephine Nordman; also surviving are nieces Teresa Smith; Vicki Essary and Ed; Teresa Gumm; nephew, Tommy Smith; five great-nieces and six great-nephews all of Roseburg. There will be no services and a private internment will be at a later date.
HUNT, Harold — Age 77, of Roseburg, Oregon, passed away on October 12, 2005. Arrangements pending. TAYLOR’S FAMILY CHAPEL (541) 679-6983.
BROWN, Eva Marie — Age 61, of Roseburg, Oregon, passed away on October 11, 2005. Arrangements pending. TAYLOR’S FAMILY CHAPEL (541) 679-6983.
Hilda Paulina ‘Sugar’ Backen
BACKEN, Hilda Paulina “Sugar” — Age 92, of Bend, Oregon, passed away on October 4, 2005. She was born on March 30, 1913, in Butte, Montana, to Lona and Olaf Johnson. Hilda was united in marriage to Harold Backen on February 22, 1930, in Bozeman, Montana. She was primarily a homemaker. She belonged to Faith Lutheran Church in Roseburg, Oregon, and Nativity Lutheran Church in Bend. She is survived by her sons, Howard Backen of Oakville, California and Butch Backen of Roseburg; daughters, Mary Anne Hogan of Bend and Linda Lozano of Portolla Valley, California; brothers, Reidar Johnson of White Sulphur Springs, Montana; Anton Johnson of Bozeman, Montana; Olaf Johnson of Helena Montana; sisters, Martha Russel of Newberg, Oregon; Agnus Bergstrom of Roseburg; Ruth Schofield of Bozeman; thirteen grandchildren; and thirteen great-grandchildren. Hilda was preceded in death by her husband, Harold Backen Jr. and son, Bud Backen. A private graveside service will be held on Monday, October 17, 2005, at 1 p.m. at Roseburg Memorial Gardens. A memorial service for friends and family will follow at 2:30 p.m. at Faith Lutheran Church in Roseburg. Memorial contributions may be made to Faith Lutheran Church, 820 W. Kenwood St., Roseburg, Oregon, 97470. NISWONGER-REYNOLDS FUNERAL HOME in Bend is in charge of the arrangements.
Donald Glen Reed
REED, Donald Glen — Age 69, of Roseburg, Oregon, passed away on Saturday, October 1, 2005, in Beatrice, Nebraska. He was born on January 23, 1936, in Kearney, Nebraska, the son of Ethel and Joseph Reed. At an early age, he and his family moved to Oregon. He joined the U.S. Army on November 18, 1953. Donald married Mary L. McMahan on October 26, 1956. The family lived in Beatrice and Lincoln, Nebraska, and eventually moved to Roseburg in 1969, where he was employed at Roseburg Lumber for over 30 years. After retiring he kept busy with part time jobs. He was a devoted husband and father. Donald was preceded in death by his wife, Mary L. Reed in September of 2000; his parents, Joseph and Ethel Reed; sisters, Elaine Hunnicutt and Pat Snider; brother-in-law, Max Snider; sister-in-law, Carolyn Reed; and grandson, Patrick Reed. Survivors include his second wife, Erma Reed; daughters, Becky Bonnell and her husband, James of Roseburg; Valorie Barrows and her husband, Dale of Junction City, Oregon; Connie Reed of Roseburg; Jamie Reed and Devin Green of Idleyld Park, Oregon; son, Donald G. Reed Jr. of Roseburg; sisters, Brenda Gladwell of Lyons, Oregon; Joanne Springstead of Winchester, Oregon; brother, Bill Reed of Riddle, Oregon; grandchildren, Christina; Ryan; James; Tyler; Nicholas; Bryan; Cory; Shayleen; four great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be at 10 a.m. on Saturday, October 16, 2005, at WILSON’S CHAPEL OF THE ROSES, 965 W. Harvard Blvd, in Roseburg. Howard Johnson will be officiating.
BATTAGLIA, Pete — Age 65, of Dillard, Oregon, passed away on October 11, 2005. Arrangements pending. WILSON’S CHAPEL OF THE ROSES (541) 673-4455.
SPANN, Roxie — Age 54, of Roseburg, Oregon, passed away on October 12, 2005. Arrangements pending. TAYLOR’S FAMILY CHAPEL. (541) 679-6983.
Harold Dean ‘Fritz’ Hunt
HUNT, Harold Dean “Fritz” — Age 77, of Roseburg, Oregon, was born on December 21, 1927, in Chanute, Kansas, and passed away on October 12, 2005. His parents were Ralph George and Mabel Mae (Hornbeck) Hunt. Fritz and Helen were united in marriage on October 4, 1947. He is survived by his wife, Helen; four children, Nancy Jewell; Terry Hunt and his wife, Sandy; Jerry Hunt; and Clayton Hunt and his wife, Debi all of the Roseburg area. Harold and Helen were also blessed with 12 grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. He is also survived by four sisters, Marjorie Mattingly of Roseburg; Joan Lowrie; Bernece Branch and Donna Wells of Arkansas City, Kansas; and numerous nieces and nephews. Fritz was a master craftsman and he was a 45 year member of the Carpenters Union. There wasn’t anything he couldn’t build, create or fix when he set his mind to it. He loved hunting and fishing, especially ocean fishing in his boat and family trips to Brookings, Oregon, were enjoyed by all. He was happiest with the house full of children, holidays, birthdays and good old-fashioned Sunday dinners were the best. Visits to Grandpa’s made lasting memories for all…working in the shop, riding the tractor and hauling hay, memories that will be cherished by those who loved him, forever. Graveside services will be held on Friday, October 14, 2005, at the Lookingglass Cemetery at 4 p.m. Arrangements are under the direction of Taylor’s Family Chapel.
Richard ‘Dick’ Terry Curtis
CURTIS, Richard “Dick” Terry — Age 68, of Tiller, Oregon, passed away peacefully at his ranch with his family at his side on Monday, October 10, 2005. He was born on March 24, 1937, in Eugene, Oregon, son of Reuben and Vida (Wilson) Curtis. He graduated from Myrtle Point High School in 1955. He served our country from 1955 until 1959 while in the U.S. Navy. On November 23, 1960, he married the love of his life, Marcey Herzig in Placerville, California. He worked as a plumber in the Sacramento, California, area for 27 years. He moved back to Oregon in 1989, when he retired. He liked to hunt, fish and do woodworking. Survivors include his wife, Marcey; son, Ronald of Lincoln, California; daughter, Sonya of North Wales, Pennsylvania; two grandchildren, Kristi and Ryan; and niece, Karin of Placerville. A celebration of life will be held at the ranch in Tiller on Sunday, October 16, 2005, at 1 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Douglas Home Care at 500 SE Cass St. Suite 260 in Roseburg. Arrangements are under the direction of Taylor’s Family Chapel.
KEY, Robert L. — Age 50, of Roseburg, Oregon, passed away on October 9, 2005. Arrangements pending. Taylor’s Family Chapel (541) 679-6983.
Paul Martin Thomas
THOMAS, Paul Martin — Age 75, of Roseburg, Oregon, passed away on Saturday, October 8, 2005. He was born on December 5, 1929, in Roseburg, Oregon, son of George and Jessie (Milican) Thomas. He was raised on the family farm in the Roberts Creek area where he had spent his entire life. He had worked for a time at Roseburg Lumber Company and was a former member of the Sutherlin Eagle Lodge. Paul was a gentleman who loved farming and all the work associated with it, including cutting firewood. He also loved music and played the harmonica and the guitar. In 1997, on his birthday, he was united in marriage to Ardis Lavern McGomery in Winston, Oregon. They had nearly eight years together, enjoying traveling and dancing. They especially enjoyed going to Nevada and the Oregon Coast. He is survived by his two brothers, George B. and Richard (Dick) E. Thomas, both of Roberts Creek. Paul’s parents and his wife preceded him in death. Funeral services will be held on Sunday, October 15, 2005, at 2 p.m. at Taylor’s Family Chapel. Private interment will be at the Roseburg Memorial Garden Cemetery. Friends may pay their respects on Saturday, October 14, 2005, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the funeral home.
Mildred Thiel
THIEL, Mildred — Passed away on October 8, 2005. She was born on October 23, 1919, to E.F. and Carie (Coleman) Ollivant, in Lookinglass, Oregon. Mildred lived her life time in Douglas County. On November 4, 1940, she married Delton Thiel, who preceded her in death on October 18, 1999. They lived most of their life on the farm in Yoncalla, Oregon. Mildred had two children, Patricia Thiel Watson of Roseburg, Oregon, and Richard Thiel of Madras, Oregon. Mildred spent most of her life working on the ranch and for a number of years she drove bus for the Yoncalla School District. Mildred had many hobbies through her life, with ceramics being a favorite. Mildred loved life and especially loved having her family around her. She had five grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren and one great-great-granddaughter. A celebration of life will be held on October 23, 2005, at the Lookinglass Grange, starting at noon. Please come and join us — sharing memories of Mildred.
Josephine Wright Powell
The children of Josephine Wright Powell wish to take this opportunity to say thank you to a woman whose life has been an example for us in so many ways. The lady who was known as Mom to her children and “Jo” to her friends passed away on October 12, 2005. Her rich life ended quietly and peacefully in her home with her husband of 59 years at her side. Mom was the first daughter of Ray and Esther Wright. She was born on July 22, 1923, in Days Creek, Oregon. She married Dean Powell on February 16, 1946. Together they built the house that would serve as home to their family. Jo lived her life to serve God and her family. Josephine is survived by her husband, Dean Powell and her seven children: Dennis Powell; Timothy Powell; Esther Locke; Joel Powell; Jerry Powell; Marjorie Spencer; and John Powell. Her legacy includes 18 grandchildren, and three great-grandchildren. She is also survived by her two sisters, Marjorie Powell and Maxine Pimm. Memorial services will be held at 1:30 p.m. on Sunday, October 16, 2005, at the Myrtle Creek Church of Christ on Highway 99.
Eva Marie Brown
BROWN, Eva Marie — Age 61, of Roseburg, Oregon, passed away on Tuesday, October 11, 2005, at her home, surrounded by family and friends. She was born on January 11, 1944, in Budapest, Hungary, daughter of Vilmos and Rosa Racz. She escaped from Hungary, along with her parents and her brother, Bill, during the revolution in 1956. They moved to Bellevue, Washington, where she met and married her husband Dwain. Eva worked in a bookstore for many years and loved to read. She was a wonderful woman, who always placed others ahead of herself. She was a loving wife and mother who will be missed by her many friends and family. She was strong and fought a courageous battle against cancer for almost three years. She is survived by her husband of 42 years, Dwain; a son, Tom; a daughter, Jennifer and her friend, Chris. She also leaves a granddaughter, Taylor; brothers, Bill and Vic; a sister, Ellen; and her mother, Rosa. At Eva’s request, there will be no formal services, instead a ceremony of her life will take place at her home on Saturday, October 15, 2005 at 1 p.m. Taylor’s Family Chapel assisted the family.
Peninnah Rawls Thurmond
THURMOND, Peninnah Rawls — Age 80, of Roseburg, Oregon, formerly of Austin, Texas, passed away on Sunday, October 16, 2005, in Roseburg. She was born on February 9, 1925, in Bryan, Texas, the daughter of John Wade Rawls and Myrtle Willie (Parker). She was raised and educated in Byran. Peninnah was united in marriage to Robert Vance Thurmond in Bryan. He passed away on February 13, 1965. She was a member of the Vine Street Baptist Church. Mrs. Thurmond retired to Roseburg in 2000. She is survived by her son, Robert Vance Thurmond Jr. and his wife, Terri of Wylie, Texas; granddaughters, Amber Foster and Ashley Thurmond; as well as great-granddaughter, Chloe Madison Foster. She also leaves sisters, Mable Pearce of Bryan and Joan Martin of Midlothian, Texas. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, October 22, 2005, at 1 p.m., at the Cook Walden/Capital Parks Funeral home and cemetery in Pflugerville, Texas.
Robert ‘Hoppy’ Hopkins
HOPKINS, Robert “Hoppy” — Age 50, formerly of Roseburg, Oregon, passed away in his home in Montgomery, Alabama, on October 4, 2005. He was born on December 14, 1954. Robert retired from U.S.A.F after serving for 20 years. He was employed by Haynes Ambulance as an EMT for 13 years. Robert was loved and respected by all who knew him. He is survived by his wife, Gee; daughters, Penny and her husband, Kyle; Kathy; two grandchildren, Chiko and Angel; father, Earl Hopkins; brother, James Hopkins and his wife, Kellie; nephew, Brandon and his wife, Tiffany; nieces, Nichole and Megan; nephew, Spencer; sister, Debra Hopkins; forever love David Monett; nephew, Tony; and brother, John Hopkins. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, October 22, 2005, at 2:30 p.m. at the Tenmile Cemetery, Reverend Doyle Pooler will officiate.
STUART, Susie — Age 83, of Roseburg, Oregon, passed away on Thursday, October 20, 2005. Arrangements pending. WILSON’S CHAPEL OF THE ROSES (541) 673-4455.
Judith Anne Marie Torguson
TORGUSON, Judith Anne Marie — Left us on October 15, 2005, to be with her Norwegian Viking, Melvin Earl Torguson. She was born on December 30, 1944. She leaves behind her children, Tom Torguson; John and Rhesa Torguson; Tesha and John Walsh; Tina and Brad Jefferson; brothers, Kim Sutherlin and his family, Linda and Kurt; Jeff Sutherlin; grandchildren, Tyler, Preston; Katie and Tanner Torguson; Gordy Walsh; Marianne Ames; Christina and John Jefferson; great-grandchildren, AhLana, Christian and Gabriel Ames; Eli Jefferson; along with many loved relatives, Tom; Karen; Eric; Kim; Bryce and Trystan Drury of Kennewick, Washington; Greg; Traci; Jaron and Jake Pendleton of Pensacola, Florida; Susan Alders; Jarus Alders; and Liz and Adrian Amen. Our Family would like to say a special thanks to Kit Burum and his family for their warm hearts and extraordinary generosity. A memorial service will be held at New Life Christian Center, 1723 NE Vine St. in Roseburg, Oregon, on Saturday October 22, 2005, at 2 p.m. There will be a reception following the service at 4 p.m. at Oak Hills Golf Club, 1919 Recreation Lane in Sutherlin. Anyone wishing to send flowers to the family please direct them to the New Life Christian Center.
Rebecca Rae Ramey Madison
MADISON, Rebecca Rae Ramey — Age 42, of Yuma, Arizona, passed away on August 18, 2005. She is survived by her mother, Wanda Young of Yuma; daughter, Melissa Madison of Springfield, Oregon; sister, Lutitia Kennedy of North Carolina; brother, Chris Ramey of Marion, Iowa. A memorial service will be held from 1 p.m. until 3 p.m. on Sunday, October 30, 2005, at the residence of Margie Gonsales, 258 Main, Elkton, Oregon.
Lacassa Gunter Fisher
FISHER, Lacassa Gunter — Age 92, of Livermore, California, passed away on Monday, October 17, 2005. She was born on February 7, 1913, in Missouri, to Roy and Margaret Gunter. She married Ralph Chester Fisher in Los Angeles, California in 1934. She lived many places including Grants Pass, Roseburg, Winston, and Florence, Oregon, and back to California. She and Ralph owned and operated several businesses during their marriage. They operated a meat market and Grocery in California, self service laundry in Grants Pass and Roseburg, Model Market in Winston, Winston Sand and Gravel, and Winston Paving. They retired to Florence and lived there for 15 years prior to Ralph’s death in 1997. Lacassa enjoyed cooking, oil painting, collecting and dressing dolls, and creating ceramic figurines. She is survived by her daughter, Suzanne Fisher Welt of Cottage Grove, Oregon; son, Eugene Fisher of Livermore, California; grandchildren, Bradley Welt; Randolph Fisher; Brenda Welt; and Christine Fisher Belmessieri. She is also survived by three great-grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her husband, Ralph Chester Fisher on September 20, 1997. A Graveside service will be held on Tuesday, October 25, 2005, at 3 p.m. at Sears Cemetery in Cottage Grove, Oregon.
Dorothy Marie Luedecke
LUEDECKE, Dorothy Marie — Age 77, of Winchester, Oregon, passed away on Wednesday, October 19, 2005, in a local hospital. She was born on May 18, 1928, in Detroit, Michigan, to Eugene M. and Jennie A (Ascuitto) Acri. Mrs Luedecke has lived in Oregon for the past 32 years. She was a 19-year member of the YMCA, she loved her family, her home, playing card games, Scrabble, working crossword puzzles, crocheting, knitting, RVing, and was a superior seamstress. Survivors include her daughters, Kathy Treglown and her husband, Paul of Twin Falls, Idaho; and Gale Wright and her husband, Dave of Buena Park, California; son, Mark Luedecke of Springfield, Oregon; sister, Joyce Walker; brothers, George Acri; and James Rachetto; five grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. Dorothy was preceded in death by her parents and husband, L.O. Luedecke. A memorial mass will be held on Monday, October 24, 2005, at 12:10 p.m. at St. Joseph Catholic Church. Private inurnment will follow in the Roseburg National Cemetery. Please join us in honoring our mother by visiting our Memorial at www.mem.com. Through this site we invite you to share your thoughts and fond memories with our family. WILSON’S CHAPEL OF THE ROSES is in charge of arrangements.
THURMOND, Peninnah R. — Age 80, of Roseburg, Oregon, passed away on October 16, 2005. Arrangements pending. TAYLOR’S FAMILY CHAPEL (541) 679-6983.
Roxie D. Spann
SPANN, Roxie D. — Age 54, of Roseburg, Oregon, passed away at her home on Wednesday, October 12, 2005. She was born on March 29, 1951, in Seaside, Oregon, daughter of Jasper and Dorothy (Griggs) Jamison. Roxie eventually moved to Roseburg where she was raised and educated. On May 25, 2002, she wed the love of her life, Rocky Spann in Winston, Oregon. She worked for many years in the deli department at Ray’s Market in the Green district of Roseburg. Roxie was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother who enjoyed cooking, fishing, picnics and riding on the back of Rocky’s Harley Davidson motorcycle. She is survived by her husband, Rocky, of Roseburg; four children, Heather Noblin of Roseburg; Charleen Spann of Roseburg; Bobby Anderson of Winston; and Paul Anderson of Bend, Oregon. She is also survived by six grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews; two brothers, Bruce Jamison of Winston and DeWayne Jamison of Seaside; her mother-in- law, Joyce Spann; and grandmother-in-law, Valera. Roxie was preceded in death by her parents, and two sisters, Margaret Suksdorf and Versie Mattson. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, October 22, 2005 at 1 p.m. at Taylor’s Family Chapel.
Robert A. Shaw
SHAW, Robert A. — Age 68, of Drain, Oregon, passed away on Friday, October 14, 2005. He was born on April 24, 1937, in Rector, Arkansas, to Bill and Ruby (Chillcut) Shaw. Robert was united in marriage in 1962 to Theresa Cheaney in Drain. He was a mill worker and enjoyed hunting, fishing and gardening. Robert is survived by son, Brian and daughter-in-law, Cheryl Shaw of Drain; mother, Ruby Shaw of Yoncalla, Oregon; brother, Jack Shaw of Yoncalla; sister, Pauline Toy of Yoncalla; grandchildren, Brandon Shaw; Zach Shaw; Carlie Shaw; Zach Welch; and eight nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father, Bill Shaw and two sisters, Wilma Beam and Mary Shaw. A memorial service will be held at the Yoncalla Community Center on October 22, 2005, at 10 a.m. Contributions may be made to Douglas County Hospice.
Ellen Hatter
HATTER, Ellen — Age 94, of Roseburg, Oregon, passed away on October 17, 2005. She was born on December 31, 1910, on her parents farm near Devils Lake, North Dakota, to Norwegian immigrant parents, Marit and Thorvald Bryn. After graduating from Devils Lake High School in 1929, she attended Mayville Teachers’ College and received her teaching certificate. At first she taught in several different rural one room schools. After taking time off to raise her children and help on the farm, her last fifteen years of teaching were spent in elementary schools in Devils Lake, retiring in 1972. Ellen married Chester Hatter in 1935. He preceded her in death in 1987. Ellen is survived by her son, Duane Hatter and his wife, Lucile of Roseburg; Lucile’s daughters, Susanne, Donna and Tamara and their children, Jake, Katie and Kellie; daughter, Beverly Pearson and her husband, Robert of Roseburg; grandchildren, Scott Pearson and his wife, Cris; and Shelli Bedell, all of Roseburg. Ellen lived the first ninety years of her life in Devils Lake and moved to Roseburg in 2001 to be near Duane and Beverly. She resided at Callahan Village and later at Callahan Court. Funeral services will be held at St. Olaf Lutheran Church in Devils Lake on October 22, 2005, at 2 p.m. GILBERTSON FUNERAL HOME in Devils Lake is in charge of the arrangements.
Elizabeth Eunice Householder
HOUSEHOLDER, Elizabeth Eunice — Age 87, of Roseburg, Oregon, passed away at home, surrounded by her family on Monday, October 17, 2005. Elizabeth was born on May 30, 1918, to Arthur and Eunice Church of Camas Valley, Oregon. She was the youngest of eight children. On February 14, 1942, Elizabeth was married to Warren Householder. She enjoyed reading, and loved animals, especially horses, riding until she was unable to do so. She loved flowers, and had a beautiful yard; she enjoyed being outdoors, and camping at the coast was a favorite family activity. Traveling with friends and family to Wyoming; Texas; Hawaii; Alaska; Arizona; Mexico; and Branson, Missouri, to name a few trips, gave her much pleasure. She also bowled for many years in different leagues, until back problems caused her to stop. She tried her hand at oil painting, and painted many pictures. She worked in the Dillard gardens for years, and also at The Mother Goose Nursery, Woolworth’s, and Newberry’s department stores. She is survived by her husband of 63 years, Warren; two sons, Larry Householder and his wife, Tippy of Reliance, Wyoming; James Householder and his wife, Phyllis of Winston; daughter Anne and her husband, Rick Hahn of Winchester; 11 grandchildren, Troy Householder; Brandy, and her husband, David Pitt; Randy Driggs; Dawn and her husband, Larry Downs; Skipper Householder; Lisa and her husband, Donnie Crowder; Amy and her husband, Jim Koch; Jarod Householder and his partner, Alisha; Tyler Householder; Melissa and her husband, JR Cano; Mark Hahn; and 10 great-grandchildren. She is also survived by one sister, Helen Tiller of Crescent City, California, and numerous cousins, nieces and nephews. She was a member of the Winston-Dillard Methodist Church. Memorial service will be held on Thursday, October 20, 2005, at 11 a.m., at Taylor’s Family Chapel in Winston, Oregon.
Margaret ‘Maggie’ Ann Gregory
GREGORY, Margaret “Maggie” Ann —The children of Margaret ‘Maggie’ Ann Gregory, who left this world on Saturday, October 15, 2005, would like to take this opportunity to give praise and thanks to their mother. Margaret was born in Oklahoma. She spent her childhood in Klamath Falls, Oregon; married Dwayne Gregory in 1953; and had spent the past 40 years as an active community member in the Winston, Oregon, and Roseburg, Oregon, area. The Gregory family owned and operated Gregory’s Grocery at Kelly’s Corner for several years and then moved to Winston. Margaret worked at Parkway Auto and retired from there in 1997. First and foremost Margaret was devoted to her family in immeasurable ways. In addition to her children and husband, she took care of her extended family at a moments notice. This loving work extended to her community, as she and her husband were active members in the Good Sam Travel Club. She volunteered at the visitor’s center and had been an active and enthusiastic participant in the Red Hat Society of Winston for the past several years. Margaret leaves behind her loving husband, Dwayne; her children, Cindy and Dennis; her daughter-in-law, Cindy; her grandchildren, Joshua; Jason; and Travis; and nine great-grandchildren. Her memory will live in our hearts forever. There will be a celebration of life in memory of Maggie at the family home on Saturday, October 22, 2005, from 1 p.m. until 3 p.m. Coffee and dessert will be served. The address is 200 Ford Street in Winston. Please donate food to the local food bank instead of bringing a dish to the family. In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting donations may be made to the American Cancer Society and the American Heart Association.
