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Eldon Henry Gensicke
GENSICKE, Eldon Henry — Age 87, of Roseburg, Oregon, passed away
on Tuesday, January 14, 2006, in a local care center. He was born on September 30, 1918, in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, to Eldred W. and Gertrude H. Gensicke. Mr. Gensicke served in the U.S. Air Force during WWII. He also served in the Air Force Reserve and retired as a Lt. Colonel. On August 19, 1950, in Lynwood, California, he married Marian Vangstad. Mr. Gensicke worked for 30 years as an engineer in the aerospace industry. He worked for McDonnell-Douglas Rockwell and Hughes Corporation. The Gensicke’s had lived in Roseburg for the past 20 years. Mr. Gensicke enjoyed listening to music and he played the violin, trumpet, marimbas and the electric organ. Mr. Gensicke was a member of Faith Lutheran Church. Survivors include his wife, Marian Gensicke of Roseburg; children, Kent Gensicke and his wife, Joy of Diamond Bar, California; Kurt Gensicke and his wife, Kristen of Yorba Linda, California; Kay Staffield and her husband, Gary of Roseburg; sister, Hildegard Kegley of Roseburg; and grandchildren, Nathan; Heather; Ryan; Robin; Joshua; Marcus; and Daniel. Memorial services will be held on Saturday, January 21, 2006, at 3 p.m. at Faith Lutheran Church. Pastor Wally Gustav will officiate. Private interment with Military honors by the VFW District 12 Honor Guard will be held within the grounds of Roseburg National Cemetery. WILSON’S CHAPEL OF THE ROSES is in charge of arrangements.
Joseph Evenson II
EVENSON II, Joseph — Age 68, a resident of Myrtle Creek, Oregon, passed away at his home on Sunday evening, January 15, 2006. He was born in Akley, Minnesota, to Joseph and Esther Stevens Evenson on July 30, 1937. He was a graduate of Eureka Sr. High School in June of 1955. Joseph was a U.S. Navy Veteran, having served from 1955 until 1958. He worked as foreman at the PG & E Nuclear Power Plant located in Eureka, California, from 1958 until 1994. Joseph's interests were many including boat building, woodworking, household remodeling projects, restoring old tractors and trucks, radio controlled aircraft projects with the grandchildren and gardening. He is survived by his present wife, Geolyn Evenson of Myrtle Creek; two sons, Joseph Herman Evenson of George, Washington; James Robert and his wife, Melissa of Las Vegas, Nevada; five daughters, Amy Suzanne Evenson of Myrtle Creek; Terri Elizabeth Moore and Cindi Lynn Kremer, both of Portland, Oregon; Lori Ann and her husband, Pritesh Lohar of Ontario, Canada; Tammi Kay Bowers of Myrtle Creek; three brothers, Bill and wife, Penny Evenson of Eureka; Fred Evenson of Wilsonville, Oregon; Dick and his wife, Linda Evenson of Salt Lake City, Utah; one sister, Joyce and her husband, John Gierek of Eureka; and eight grandchildren, Amber and Amanda Kremer; Kelsey Moore; Brian, Brandon and Christopher Rowers; and Rishi and Noah Lohar and numerous nieces and nephews. Joseph was preceded in death by his first wife, Sonja Kay Evenson; his parents, Joseph and Esther Evenson; brother, Raymond Evenson; and daughter, Julie Evenson. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m., on Saturday, January 21, 2006, at Mountain View Memorial Chapel with vault burial to follow at Roseburg Memorial Gardens in Roseburg, Oregon. There will be visitation on Friday, January 20, 2006, from 1 p.m. until 5 p.m., at MOUNTAIN VIEW MEMORIAL CHAPEL for those wishing to pay their respects.
James Oliver Allen
ALLEN, James Oliver — Age 59, of Winston, Oregon, passed away on Tuesday, January 17, 2006. He was born on April 8, 1946, in Myrtle Point, Oregon, the son of Bud and Myrtle (Cole) Allen. After high school James served in the Vietnam Conflict from 1963 until 1967 with the U.S. Marines. James was a member of the Winston VFW at one time. He loved logging, the outdoors, deep-sea fishing, hunting, playing pool and he very much enjoyed time spent with family and his grandchildren. He is survived by his wife, Bernice Allen; sons, Randy Allen of Salem, Oregon; Chris Allen of Glide, Oregon; mother-in-law, Alice Bishop; five grandchildren, Jim Bob; Briana; KayLynn; Aleah and Morgan; four sisters, Nancy Smith; Debbie Bissonnette; Ora Cockrum and Ann Holloway; and numerous nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his dad, Bud; mother, Myrtle; step-father, Hank Gilbert; nephew, Joseph Smith; and son, Kevin Allen. Graveside services will be held on Saturday, January 21, 2006, at 11 a.m. at the Tenmile Cemetery. Following the service everyone is invited to the Winston VFW Hall for a gathering. Friends and family may come pay their respects on Friday, January 20, 2006, between 3 p.m. and 6 p.m. at Taylor’s Family Chapel.
RITTER, Russell Vernon — Age 95, of Roseburg, Oregon, passed away on January 19, 2006. Arrangements pending. LONG & SHUKLE MEMORIAL CHAPEL (541) 672-2611..
Wallace A. Greenland
GREENLAND, Wallace A. — Age 91, of Roseburg, Oregon, passed away on Friday, January 20, 2006. He was born on June 19, 1914, in Portland, Oregon, son of Herbert and Johanna (Abst) Greenland. He was united in marriage to Serine Aalrick on May 27, 1939 in Portland. They lived in several places in Oregon before settling in Roseburg in 1956. Wallace and Serine were member of the Faith Lutheran Church in Roseburg. He was an avid golfer and was a longtime member of the Roseburg Country Club. He also enjoyed golfing at Stewart Park. He is survived by friends and was preceded in death by his wife and two brothers. Private rites were held. Memorial donations can be made to the Faith Lutheran Church at 820 West Kenwood Street, Roseburg, Oregon 97470. Arrangements are under the direction of Taylor’s Family Chapel.
Jacqueline R. Koester
KOESTER, Jacqueline R. — Age 71, of Scottsburg, Oregon, went peacefully into the loving arms of the Lord on January 18, 2006. She was born on August 22, 1934, in Florida, Ohio, to Robert and Hilda Stykemain. She had made Oregon her home since 1961. She enjoyed sewing, gardening, outside activities, and spending time with family. She is remembered by her husband, Richard Koester; son, Dennis Zieman; son, Chuck Zieman; son, Matt Koester; daughter, Janelle Jayner; daughter, Rochelle Thompson; 15 grandchildren; 7 great-grandchildren; and numerous friends. She was the heart of the family and will be sorely missed. A memorial service will be held on Monday, January 23, 2006, at Scottsburg Community Church. DUNES MEMORIAL in Reedsport, Oregon, handled the arrangements.
Louise Miller
MILLER, Louise — Passed away on January 16, 2006, at the Roseburg, Oregon, Riverview Terrace where she had resided for the last six years, following her 99th birthday. She is joining her husband, Oscar who preceded her in death on May 12, 1996. The Miller’s were married in Los Angeles, California, on January 14, 1933. They were blessed with four children and retired in Roseburg in 1964. Louise was active in the Glide and St. Joseph Catholic Churches. She enjoyed Bridge, was a founding member of the Half-Knits, and was active in the Roseburg Garden Club. She was a generous philanthropist, a true friend and a loving mother. She is survived by her children, Lee Miller of San Diego, California; Marilyn Troxler of Morro Bay, California; Richard Miller of Coto de Caza, California; Peggy Hayes of Parker, Colorado; 17 grandchildren; 24 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild. Funeral mass will be held on Monday, January 23, 2006, at 12:10 p.m. at St. Joseph Catholic Church. Interment will follow in the St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery. LONG & SHUKLE MEMORIAL CHAPEL is in charge of the arrangements.
Barbara Pauline Stevens
STEVENS, Barbara Pauline — Age 80, of Roseburg, Oregon, passed away Tuesday January 14, 2006. She was born January 5, 1926 in Long Beach, California to Cyral and Alzora (Nelson) DuShane. On September 1, 1946 in Los Angeles, California she married Paul J. Stevens. Mrs. Stevens worked as a credit specialist with Hunt-Wesson for 30 years, until her retirement in 1987. The Stevens moved from Brea, California to Roseburg, Oregon in 1991. Mrs. Stevens enjoyed gardening, sewing, needlepoint and traveling all over the world. Survivors include her husband Paul J. Stevens of Roseburg, Oregon; sons Delton Stevens and his wife Ann of Bonita, California and Lee Stevens of Sutherlin, Oregon; sisters Doris Carpenter of Fontana, California and Carol Duncan of Joshua Tree, California; grandsons Mark and Eric Stevens and nieces and nephews. At Mrs. Steven’s request, no service will be held. Private cremation rites have been held. Wilson’s Chapel of the Roses is in charge of arrangements.
M.D. ‘Bud’ Shrum
SHRUM, M.D. ‘Bud’ — Bud Shrum of Redmond, Oregon, passed away on January 10, 2006, of natural causes. He was 73. Mr. Shrum was born on August 19, 1932, in Roseburg, Oregon, to Vern and Carrie (Gilbert) Shrum. He graduated from Glide High School in 1950. He served in the U.S. Army Signal Corps from 1953 until 1955. Mr. Shrum graduated from Oregon State University in 1959 with degrees in Forestry Engineering and Forest Management. He worked for US Plywood, Champion International and the Bowlin Company in various management and project management positions throughout the south. Mr. Shrum married Darlene Carlile on September 22, 1956, and had two sons. Mr. Shrum moved to Central Oregon in 1982 and settled in Sunriver and had just relocated to Redmond. He was heavily involved in Little League and Pop Warner programs in Roswell, Georgia, during the 1960’s and 1970’s as well as the Boy Scouts of America. He was instrumental in organizing the first integrated Little League Baseball Program in Pocomoke City, Maryland, in 1966. His priority in his personal life was always his family, children and grandchildren. His great-great-grandfather, Thomas Shrum led one of the first overland wagon trains to the Oregon Territory in 1846. Settling first in the Salem, Oregon, area and a few years later settling in the N. Umpqua area now known as Glide. The family still owns and resides on a portion of the original homestead. Mr. Shrum was preceded in death by his parents, Vern and Carrie and a sister, Norma Jean Wright of Glide. He is survived by his wife, Darlene of Redmond; son, Joe of Sunriver; son, Randy and his wife, Lori; and grandchildren, Skyler and McKenzie of Glide. To celebrate the life of Bud Shrum a memorial potluck service will be held on Saturday, January 28, 2006, at 1 p.m., at Seven Springs Ranch, 10879 Buckhorn Road. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice.
REED, Wallace — Age 64, of Roseburg, Oregon, passed away on January 22, 2006. Arrangements pending. TAYLOR’S FAMILY CHAPEL (541) 679-6983.
AKINS, Nicolasa — Age 92, of Roseburg, Oregon, passed away on January 22, 2006. Arrangements pending. MOUNTAIN VIEW MEMORIAL CHAPEL (541) 863-3148.
Robert Loren Weaver
WEAVER, Robert Loren — Age 82, of Wilbur, Oregon, passed away on Tuesday, January 17, 2006, at his home. He was born on April 3, 1923, in Marshfield, Oregon, one of five children born to Walter and Allie (Vineyard) Weaver. Mr. Weaver served in the U.S. Army in the Asiatic-Pacific during WWII. He received the Purple Heart and Bronze Star. On September 4, 1942, in Grants Pass, Oregon, he married Tilley D. DeWolf, who preceded him in death on April 17, 2005. Mr. Weaver was a life member of the VFW, American Legion, the Carpenters Local 1961 and was a past member of the Elks Lodge. He also served as the Business Agent for the Carpenters Union. Mr. Weaver worked for many years as a construction millwright. Survivors include his sons, Randy J. Weaver; Keith A. Weaver; Kimble D. Weaver, all of Roseburg, Oregon; a sister, Eunice; four grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. Memorial services will be held on Thursday, January 26, 2006, at 1 p.m., at Wilson’s Chapel of the Roses. Graveside service with military honors provided by the VFW District 12 Honor Guard will follow. WILSON’S CHAPEL OF THE ROSES is in charge of the arrangements.
ULERY, Irma Jean — Age 80, of Myrtle Creek, Oregon, passed away on January 22, 2006. Arrangements pending. MYRTLE CREEK FAMILY FUNERAL HOME. (541)863-5122.
SLOAN, Chet ‘C.B.’ — Age 94, of Roseburg, Oregon, passed away on January 23, 2006, arrangements pending. TAYLOR’S FAMILY CHAPEL (541) 679-6983.
McFARLAND, Ora Lee — Age 76, of Sutherlin, Oregon, passed away on January 21, 2006. Arrangements pending. CHAPEL OF THE FIRS. (541) 459-2281.
KING, Bobbie J. — Age 72, of Roseburg, Oregon, passed away on January 23, 2006. Arrangements pending. WILSON’S CHAPEL OF THE ROSES. (541) 673-4455.
Larry S. Ritz
RITZ, Larry S. — Age 74, of Roseburg, Oregon, passed away on January 20, 2006, in a local hospital. He was born on March 8, 1931, in Lockport, New York, to Samuel and Bertha Ritz. Mr. Ritz graduated from Lockport Senior High School in 1948. Larry was a pitcher for the New York Yankee’s farm team in the Pony League. He served in the U.S. Air Force and was discharged in 1954 as a Corporal. Mr. Ritz served in Europe, Korea and Japan with the Air Force Special Forces Band. He was a licensed real estate agent and had an extensive background in sales. Larry was the owner-operator of Larry’s Baked Goods in the western New York area. He was the owner and sales representative of Pizza Fingers, Inc. He also introduced a new snack product into his home area of western New York under the name of Ritz World of Fingers. Larry owned and operated Waterview Drive-in in Lockport until his retirement in 1992. Following retirement he moved to Roseburg and introduced his Pizza Fingers into the area. He also did appraisals and sold mobile homes. He is survived by his sons, Robert Ritz of Lockport; Gary Ritz and his wife, Margaret of Kenmore, New York; Thomas Ritz of Lockport; Michael Ritz and his wife, Jackie, also of Lockport; sister, Shirley Randolph and her husband, James of Lockport; grandchildren, Christopher; Nicole; Ryan; Cassandra; Mikhala; and Calista Ritz; niece, Tracey Randolph; nephew, Scott Randolph; aunt, Mary Loyacano; Chip and Kaileen Stebbins, son and daughter-in-law of fiance, Shirley Stebbins; good friend and business associate, Ken Hershberger; and numerous friends and relatives. Memorial services will be held on Thursday, January 26, 2006, at 3 p.m. at Wilson’s Chapel of the Roses. Reverend Ken Hershberger will officiate. Private cremation rites will be held. Inurnment will be in the Glenwood Cemetery in New York. WILSON’S CHAPEL OF THE ROSES is in charge of the arrangements.
Wallace ‘Jim’ A. Reed
REED, Wallace “Jim” A. — Age 64, of Roseburg, Oregon, passed away on Sunday, January 22, 2006. Known to his friends and family as Jim he was born on January 10, 1942, in Casa Grande, Arizona, to Robert A. and Mary M. Reed. He loved hunting with his sons and grandsons on Snowbird up the North Umpqua. He spent the last four years driving truck for Allen & Gibbons and hauled logs off the historic Biscuit Fire this summer. He is survived by his wife, Carolyn of 43 years; his children, Jimmy Reed of Lookingglass, Oregon; Angie Reed of Roseburg; Billy and his wife, Charlotte Reed of Glide, Oregon; nine grandchildren; Jimmy and Robert Reed of Lookingglass; Stephanie Reed of Sutherlin, Oregon; Carolyn Mackey-Reed of Myrtle Creek, Oregon; Nichole and her husband, Matt Metta of Covington, Washington; Amanda and Allen Nelson of Roseburg; Peyton and Makayla Reed of Glide; brother, Scott Reed of Atwater, California; sister, Joyce Miller of Hilmar, California; brother, Calvin Reed of Poway, California; and mother and father-in-law, Lee and Mac McCarter. He was preceded in death by his lifelong friend, Gary Foulks of Meeker, Oklahoma. He will be sorely missed by all. Services will be held at the Winston Church of Christ, 231 Sherry St., on Friday, January 27, 2006, at 2 p.m. Johnie Hicks will be officiating, followed by graveside services at Wimberly Cemetery in Glide.
Nicolasa Akins
AKINS, Nicolasa — Age 92, of Roseburg, Oregon, joins her husband, father, mother and oldest son in the kingdom of heaven. She passed away early in the morning on Sunday, January 22, 2006. She was born to Raphael and Inez Sonora Ramos on December 6, 1913. Nicolasa was now an American Citizen. She met her husband to be, Oscar Lee Akins, in the shipyards in Vancouver, Washington, where they both were welders. She and Oscar were married in Portland, Oregon, in 1942, and Oscar preceded her in death on February 2, 1991. They were married for 55 years. Nicolasa was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She was a good homemaker, good cook, loved sewing and gardening. Nicolasa was a member of the First Baptist Church in Myrtle Creek. She also was very active in her church activities such as bible study and choir. She is survived by two sons, Ralph Clark Akins of Portland; James Luciano Akins of Canyonville; two sisters, Kay Cubero and Angelina Shaw, both of Las Vegas, Nevada; granddaughter, Rebecca Akins and her husband, Michael Gremillion of Roseburg; nine other grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Oscar; and her first born son, Ernest who passed away on August 1, 2004. Nicolasa passed away on the birth date of her son, Ernest. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m., on Wednesday, January 25, 2005, at MOUNTAIN VIEW MEMORIAL CHAPEL in Myrtle Creek. Visitation will be on Wednesday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Interment will be next to her husband, Oscar at the Myrtle Creek I.O.O.F. Cemetery in Myrtle Creek.
Loren Claude Gates
GATES, Loren Claude — A graveside service will be held at 2:30 p.m., on Friday, January 27, 2006, at Willamette National Cemetery. Mr. Gates was born in Funkley, Minnesota, and at the age of 16 he joined the U.S. Army and was with the 82nd, 101st and 151st Airborne during WWII. He married his wife of 55 years on October 14, 1950, and worked for the Federal Highway Dept. for 37 years, retiring in 1979. They had lived in Scottsburg, Oregon, since 1969. He helped start the Scottsburg Fire Dept in 1980. He also worked for International Paper as a guard and on fire watch. He was also a pilot car driver for West States. He is survived by his wife, JoAnn; son, Larry of Portland, Oregon; daughters, Shurlee Sanders of Scottsburg; Katie Snyder of Hermiston; eight grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. VIRGIL T. GOLDEN FUNERAL SERVICES in Salem, Oregon, is in charge of the arrangements.
Nora Mae Simmons
SIMMONS, Nora Mae — A memorial service for Port Orford, Oregon, resident Nora Mae Simmons will be held at 1 p.m. on Wednesday, January 25, 2006, at the First Christian Church in Roseburg, Oregon. Nora was born on April 9, 1937, in Molalla, Oregon, the daughter of William and Viola Johnson. She passed away in Bandon, Oregon, on January 21, 2006, at the age of 68. She was reared and educated in Roseburg where she graduated high school. Nora married Clyde Simmons and they moved to Port Orford in 1998 where they had lived ever since. She enjoyed crocheting, crafts and doll making. Nora is survived by her husband, Clyde; son, Lonnie Leroy and Jill Ball; daughters, Samantha Marie and Terry McCracken; Lois Kay Ball; Rosetta McCracken; sisters, Alberta and Bill Moore; Wanda and Robert Watson; brothers, William and Dona’ Johnson; Darrell and Betty Johnson; step-children, Marshall; Marvin; Mitchell; Michael; and Melvin Simmons; Myra Santillian and Marjorie Schmidt; along with numerous grandchildren. Arrangements are under the direction of AMLING SCHROEDER FUNERAL SERVICE in Bandon.
William J. Raney
RANEY, William J. — Age 82, of Glide, Oregon, passed away on Wednesday, January 18, 2006. He was born in Bellflower, California, on February 25, 1923, to William E. and Annot E. (Smith) Raney. Bill served his country in the U.S. Army during WWII in the Asiatic Pacific campaign. He and Pearl were married in Reno, Nevada, on April 3, 1976. William worked for Champion Saw Mill for many years. He retired from Gerretsen Building Supply in 1985. Bill was an avid outdoorsman, loved hunting and gardening. He was preceded in death by a son, Franklin L. Weseman on December 16, 2005. He is survived by his wife, Pearl Raney of Roseburg, Oregon; sons, Robert L. Weseman and his wife, Judy of Glide, Oregon; Richard L. Weseman of Fahrump, Nevada; daughters, Carol Nolan of Kansas; Georgia Ketchum and her husband, Richard of Roseburg; Debbie McFarland and her husband, John of Oakland, Oregon; Vivian Petrie of Sutherlin, Oregon; sisters, Mignon Weeks of Winchester, Oregon; Doris Damaske of Roseburg; Geraldine Schulie and her husband, Albert of Roseburg; numerous grandchildren; great-grandchildren; nieces; and nephews. A private interment was held on Tuesday, January 24, 2006, at 2 p.m. within the grounds of Roseburg Memorial Gardens. LONG & SHUKLE MEMORIAL CHAPEL is handling the arrangements.
Ora Lea McFarland
McFARLAND, Ora Lea — Age 76, of Sutherlin, Oregon, passed away in Roseburg, Oregon, on January 21, 2006. She was born in Ralls, Texas, on May 26, 1929, to Walter and Neva (Miller) Jones. Ora moved to Sutherlin 57 years ago from Renton, Washington. On December 22, 1972, Ora married her sweetheart, Keith McFarland in Sutherlin. She enjoyed singing, playing her guitar and doing crafts. Ora was a member of the Sutherlin Seventh Day Adventist Church. She liked helping others. Ora will be missed by everyone who knew her and loved her. Survivors include her husband, Keith McFarland of Sutherlin; children, Glenda Villegas and her husband, Enrique of Sutherlin; Dale Lang and his wife, Charlotte of Sutherlin; Paulette Barber of Roseburg; grandchildren, Britt Dinnetz of Sutherlin; James Lang and Christy Lang of Sutherlin; Andi Ashby of Hibbing of Minnesota; Shane McFarland of Roseburg; seven great-grandchildren; mother, Neva Abrahmsen of Yakima, Washington; sister, Shirley Jones of Seattle, Washington; brothers, Sid Copeland of Seattle; and Joseph Copeland of Yakima, Washington. She was preceded in death by her sister, Cletis Anderson and her father. Visitation will be from 2 p.m. until 4 p.m. on Friday, January 27, 2006, at Chapel of the Firs in Sutherlin. Funeral services will be held at 3 p.m., on Saturday, January 28, 2006, at the Sutherlin Seventh Day Adventist with Pastor Ken Williams officiating. CHAPEL OF THE FIRS is assisting the family.
Gary Alton Hebard
HEBARD, Gary Alton — Age 60, of Roseburg, Oregon, passed away at his home on Sunday morning, January 22, 2006, of cancer. He was born on March 13, 1945, in Roseburg, the son of Alton and Gertrude Hebard. Gary was the second of their two children. Gary grew up in Umpqua, Oregon, and Roseburg. He graduated from Roseburg High School. He served in the U.S. Coast Guard from 1963 until 1967 and went to Vietnam. After his service he moved to Eugene, Oregon, where he attended Lane Community College and studied Aircraft Mechanics. He worked as a private pilot in the beginning of his career, but spent most of his working life as an auto salesman and sales manager until his retirement in 2000. While in Eugene, he worked and raised his family and upon retirement he returned to Roseburg with his wife, Linda. Gary enjoyed boxing and NASCAR, classic and fast cars, many home improvement projects and spending time with his family. Gary is survived by his wife, Linda Hebard of Roseburg; their daughter, Traci and her husband, Billy Curtiss of Eugene; his first wife, Diane (Klocek) Wilson of Springfield, Oregon; their daughter, Debbie and her husband, Donnie Cheek, also of Eugene; his brother, Kirk Hebard and his family of Fairbanks, Alaska; and four grandchildren, Mathew; Stephanie; Breanna Cheek; and Samantha Curtiss. A memorial service will be held this Sunday, January 29, 2006, at 3 p.m. at the First Christian Church in Roseburg, located at 432 SE Kane St. In lieu of flowers, Gary’s family would appreciate donations to be made to the American Cancer Society in his memory.
Ston Edgar Yackamouih Jr.
YACKAMOUIH, Ston Edgar Jr. — A service for Ston Jr. will be held at the Tri City Church of Christ, 180 Briggs Drive, in Tri City, Oregon, on Friday, January 27, at 1 p.m. Ston Jr., age 37, lived in Riddle, Oregon, and passed away in Coquille, Oregon, on January 19, 2006. Ston Jr. was born in Crescent City, California, on January 23, 1968, where he attended local schools. He was very active in sports including football, basketball, bowling, swimming, wrestling, baseball and golf. He graduated from Del Norte High School in 1986. Following graduation Ston Jr. married his high school sweetheart and the love of his life, Tina Pickle. Together they had two daughters, Jessica and Ashley and a son, Ston III. Ston Jr. worked as a heavy equipment mechanic for Westbrook Wood Products for 10 years. He then moved to Riddle and worked for Huffman and Wright for the past nine years. Ston Jr. loved being a mechanic. Throughout his life he maintained his love of sports. He was very active in the local youth sports programs acting as an umpire and assistant coach. Above all, Ston Jr. was a loving and devoted family man, spending nearly all of his free time with his wife and three children. He will be sorely missed by his family, co-workers and community. Ston Jr. is survived by his wife, Tina; daughters, Jessica and Ashley; son, Ston III; mother and father, Jerrilyn and Ston Sr.; sisters and brothers-in-law, Deborah Yackamouih and John Baker; Kimberly and Mike Lourenzo; Jennifer Yackamouih and Blaine Hurly, all of Crescent City; great-grandmother, Marjorie Geneve of San Francisco, California; mother-in-law, Glenda Pickle of Myrtle Point, Oregon; sisters and brothers-in-law, Cynthia and Leland Johnson of Myrtle Point; Debra and Rogelio Pano of Fresno, California; Melissa and Tom Laffey of Eagle River, Alaska; Janet and Shane Smith of Myrtle Point; nieces and nephews, Matthew and Jennifer Gooden of Coos Bay, Oregon; Chris Johnson of Myrtle Point; Amanda, Ashley, Alicia, Deanna and Sierra Smith, all of Myrtle Point; Tara Kight of Fresno; and honorary grandparents, Pat and John Sinclair of Crescent City. He was preceded in death by his father-in-law, Orlen Pickle and his nephew, Thomas Joseph Laffey. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Riddle Girls Softball Team Association, care of Riddle High School, P.O. Box 45, Riddle, Oregon. Arrangements are under the direction of MOUNTAIN VIEW MEMORIAL CHAPEL.
RUST, Virgil N. — Age 81, of Myrtle Creek, Oregon, passed away on January 26, 2006. Arrangements pending. MOUNTAIN VIEW MEMORIAL CHAPEL (541) 863-3148.
Connie Gale Walker
WALKER, Connie Gale — Beloved wife, mother, grandmother and friend went to be with her Heavenly Father on January 23, 2006, with her beloved family by her bedside. She was born in Yakima, Washington, to Bonnie Erma Davis and William ‘Bill’ Davis. She spent her childhood and life in Sutherlin, Oregon. She married her lifelong sweetheart and companion, J. “Dale” Walker on May 21, 1966. She lost her mother and best friend on September 1, 1983. She is survived by her loving husband of 39 years, Dale Walker; daughter, Shannon Gayle Reber and her husband, Ryan; son, Jeffery Dale Walker and his wife, Kim; three beautiful grandchildren she adored, Ryan J. William Reber; Kyle “Shaquel” Reber; Treyse Jerridan Reber; her much loved father, William D. Davis; many aunts, uncles, cousins and special friends. Connie was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints (Sutherlin ward) where she served as a faithful primary teacher. She enjoyed many hobbies such as collecting antiques, decorating her home, gardening, spending time with her Red Hat Society friends, going on “night rides” and spending time with her husband, children, grandchildren and friends. She will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her. We love you so much (Siggy, Mom, Grammy, and best friend). We will see you again for a big “Fest of Us” in Heaven. Services to be held on January 30, 2006, at 2 p.m., at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. Viewing will be from 12 p.m. until 1 p.m. A private burial will be at Fair Oaks Cemetery.
C.B. ‘Chet’ Sloan
SLOAN, C.B. “Chet” — Age 94, of Roseburg, Oregon, passed safely away on Monday, January 23, 2006, in Roseburg. He was born on May 25, 1911, in York County, Nebraska, the son of William and Tinnie (Rayls) Sloan. As a young man he moved with his parents to Oregon, settling in Corvallis. It was in Corvallis that he met the love of his life, Arlie Powell, a young lady also from Nebraska. They were united in marriage on October 13, 1940, in Corvallis. Chet and Arlie moved to Roseburg in 1951. They owned and operated Acme Roofing for many years, retiring in 1977. Chet was involved with the Rotary Club. He was a Christian and was a member of the First Baptist Church in Roseburg. At the age of 60, Chet took up golf which he enjoyed for many years. But mostly he loved his family, especially his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Chet is survived by his wife of 65 years, Arlie; children, Peggy Sloan; Susan Crook and her husband, Pastor Curt, all of Roseburg; Michael Sloan and his wife, Lynda of Mission Viejo, California; Doug Sloan of Roseburg; grandchildren, Jeff Miller and his wife, Cheryl; Eric Crook and his wife, Hanna, both of Salem, Oregon; Amy Niven and her husband, Brett of Santa Monica, California; Katie Sloan of Mission Viejo; and Cheryl Wikstrom and her husband, Jeff of Roseburg; great- grandchildren, Sam and Fiona Wikstrom of Roseburg; and Hailey Miller of Salem. He was preceded in death by a brother and five sisters. Memorial services will be held at 11 a.m., on Saturday, February 4, 2006, at the First Baptist Church in Roseburg. Private entombment will be at Roseburg Memorial Gardens Cemetery. Memorial donations, in Chet’s memory, may be made to the First Baptist Church. TAYLOR’S FAMILY CHAPEL is in charge of the arrangements.
Russell Vernon Ritter
RITTER, Russell Vernon — Age 95, of Roseburg, Oregon, went to be with the Lord on January 19, 2006, at a local hospital. He was born in Valparaiso, Indiana, on February 5, 1910, and spent his early years growing up on the family farm. He later went on to Wheaton College where he completed a BA in literature in 1935 and a BD at Chicago’s Northern Baptist Seminary in 1939. After pastoring a church for three years in South Dakota, he returned to Northern Baptist to complete his doctorate in theology. Vernon had a variety of faculty positions in colleges and seminaries including California Bapt. Seminary, Kansas City Baptist Seminary, University of New Mexico, Grand Canyon College, and Westmont College. While on the faculty at Cal Baptist the institution was in need of a librarian, so he went back to USC and completed a library science degree. From that point on, he was heavily involved designing and planning the operation of new libraries. In addition to Vernon’s library and teaching duties, he wrote articles and abstracts for various library and abstracting journals including CLEO Press & Wycliffe Bible Translators (specializing in Old Testament and ancient near-eastern studies). Often, just to get away from the hectic pace of higher education, he would go camping. He found that trees, trails, and trout streams helped him unwind. He was a good father, husband and dedicated teacher who will be missed by the many lives he touched. He was preceded in death by his wife, Ruth; his sister, Arcola Watters; and his granddaughter, Deborah Bielawski. He is survived by his son, Dale Ritter and his wife, Toni of Roseburg; his grandsons, Mark Ritter of LaJolla, California; David Ritter and his wife, Mary; and great-grandson, Braden, all of Grand Terrace, California. Vernon was actively involved in church ministry until his later years and was a member of the First Conservative Baptist Church. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to Wycliffe Bible Translators, PO Box 628211, Orlando, Florida, 32862.
Bobbie Jean King
KING, Bobbie Jean — Age 72, of Roseburg, Oregon, passed away on Monday, January 23, 2006, in a local hospital. She was born on February 5, 1933, in Jellico, Tennessee, to Clinton and Florence (Litton) Neal. On September 23, 1953, in Huntsville, Tennessee, she married Elihue G. King, who preceded her in death on March 9, 1977. The King’s lived on several Army bases. They moved from Oneida, Tennessee, to Oregon in 1953. The King’s lived in Glendale, Oregon, and Winston, Oregon, prior to moving to Roseburg in 1963. Mrs. King enjoyed sewing, gardening, camping and going to garage sales. Survivors include her son, Joel King and his wife, Donda of Roseburg; brother, Ed Neal and his wife, Shirley, also of Roseburg; five granddaughters, Stephanie Hoyt and her husband, Thomas; Shannon Harrell and her husband, Jamie; Melissa Reason and her husband, Ken; Jaden King; and Ashley King; five great-granddaughters, Rylee Gearin; Kellee Gearin; Parker Harrell; Zoey Hoyt; and Raven Reason; nieces, Florence Peterson and her husband, Ron; and Schonda Cooksey. Also preceding Mrs. King in death was a daughter, Donna Ledford on May 8, 2004; a sister, Wilma Neal on November 1, 2004; a brother, Herbert Neal in 1977; and a nephew, Carlos Neal. Private family services will be held. Private interment will be within the grounds of Roseburg Memorial Gardens. WILSON’S CHAPEL OF THE ROSES is in charge of arrangements.
