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Grover C. Carter
Grover Clair Carter, 88, passed away Feb. 24, 2008, at his home with family by his side. A Memorial Mass will be conducted at St. Mary's Catholic Church at 11 a.m. Saturday, March 1.
Grover was born Sept 17, 1919, to Ezra and Pearl Carter, of Logan, Utah, the eldest of five children. He grew up in that scenic university town where he developed a lifelong passion for the natural world, giving generously to institutions working to preserve it.
He received his Bachelor of Science in chemistry at Utah State, where his father and uncle were both professors. The two brothers quarreled over a borrowed book and didn't speak to each other the remainder of their lives. This event made a profound impression upon the young man and perhaps explained why Grover became known for his diplomacy, ability to forgive, and acceptance of others with differing views.
His wisdom and counsel were continually sought and respected by his extended family. Everyone, it seems, loved Grover.
Grover married
his college sweetheart, Grace Anderson, and pursued a medical doctorate at Stanford University with full scholarship, completing a surgical residency there. He joined the Army Medical Corps and served aboard a hospital ship studying the radiation effects of atomic bombs in the South Pacific.
By the end of military service the couple had resided in many parts of the country, but after scouting the Pacific Northwest, settled in Hood River Valley and believed they had found Paradise.
A voracious reader, Grover counted 'Lasso The Wind: Discovering the Northwest' as one of his all-time favorite books and he relished all the West's offerings for over half a century: river rafting, hiking, fishing, and camping were among his favorite vacations. The family always returned home with a sack full of others' garbage as part of Grover's efforts to keep our planet beautiful long before public consciousness about littering had been raised.
The 46-year union with Grace brought forth six children, five of whom survive: Claire Carter, of Portland; Dr, Alan Carter, of Silverwood; Dr. Ralph Carter, of Hood River; Ellen Carter, of Los Gatos, Calif.; and Gail Arends, of The Dalles. Daughter Lynne preceded her father in death in 1986. He lost his beloved Grace to cancer a year later. He counted these two events as the worst things that ever happened to him.
During his long and productive life Grover became a world traveler, visiting every continent. In 1991 he flew to Hawaii just to better glimpse the solar eclipse. After a long day of work at the office/hospital Grover could be found tending his flock of free Canadian geese, moving irrigation pipe, grafting fruit trees, shearing sheep, tending a collection of exotic flora, bee hives, and whatever else it took to maintain and nurture his farm and garden: a place of respite, contentment and renewal.
In 1987 Grover married
the former Berna Jean Saulie, the second love of his life. He continued to practice medicine until the age of 75, retiring from the Hood River Medical Group in 1995.
The couple enjoyed travel, working in their large garden, dance club, bird watching, family reunions, the Internet and e-mail. Intellectually gifted and curious to his last days, Grover was an astronomy and science fan, consuming Scientific American and printing the 'astronomy picture of the day' off the Internet.
They were volunteers at the senior center, where they spent much time delivering Meals on Wheels. They were members of, and regularly attended St Mary's.
Grover could not bear to be without BJ's company. Whether it was a trip out of town or just a dash to the store, he always insisted on going and she always insisted on taking him everywhere. The two became inseparable. Her loving care and skills as a registered nurse supported him steadily through many trials as his health slowly declined.
Grover adored his children and grandchildren as well as BJ's: Mary Kay Saulie, of Chattanooga, Tenn., Janet Saulie, of Lummi Island, Wash., Barbara Saulie, of Lynden, Wash., and John Saulie, of Spokane, Wash.
He is survived by 16 grandchildren: Katie, Fletcher, Melissa, Danielle, Neil, Emily, Allison, John, Joel, Holly, Brandon, Andrew, Axel, Colin, Grace, and Collin; and two great-grandchildren: Kaia and Carter. He was adored in return. We will all greatly miss his kindness, generosity, gentle ways, and tender and loving heart.
The family suggests that remembrances be made in memory of Grover to Hospice of the Gorge in care of Anderson's.
Arrangements are under the direction of Anderson's Tribute Center (Funerals, Receptions, Cremations), 1401 Belmont Ave., Hood River, OR 97031; (541) 386-1000.
Daniel 'Earl' Dougherty
Earl was born Aug. 19, 1932, in Hale, Mo., to Frank and Winnie (McCollom) Dougherty. He moved to Prescott Valley in June 2006. Earl passed away Feb. 21, 2008, at the Prescott Veterans Hospital.
Surviving relatives include his wife of 32 years, Sharon; children Darla, Debra, Don, and Doug, Jennifer and Steven; grandchildren Amanda, Bruce, Christopher, Darcie, John, Justin and Marty; great-grandchildren Brandon, Leeanne and Ryan; sister Frances Mitchell; niece Bobbie Cotton; half-sister Marian Owczarzak; and a half-brother, Frank.
Earl joined the Marine Corps at an early age and served in Korea. For 24 years he was a used car dealer in both Oregon and California. He enjoyed classic cars, particularly AMC/AMX, and he was currently restoring a 1953 Studebaker truck.
'A coward dies a thousand deaths. The brave die but once.' (William Shakespeare) Earl bravely faced everything in life and lived in a very straightforward manner. He heroically fought the illness that eventually took his life.
Donations can be made to the VA Hospital, 500 Highway 89 North, Prescott, AZ 86313.
Funeral arrangements are being handled by Arizona Ruffner Wakelin Funeral Homes. His ashes will be placed in Parkdale cemetery (Oregon). A memorial service with family and friends will be held at a later date.
Grover C. Carter, M.D.
Grover Clair Carter, M.D., passed away Feb. 24, 2008, at his home with family by his side at the age of 88.
A Memorial Mass will be conducted at St. Mary's Catholic Church beginning at 11 a.m. Saturday, March 1.
Grover Clair Carter was born Sept 17, 1919, to Ezra and Pearl Carter of Logan, Utah, the eldest of five children. He grew up in that scenic university town where he developed a lifelong passion for the natural world, giving generously to institution's working to preserve it.
He received his Bachelor of Science in chemistry at Utah State, where his father and uncle were both professors. The two brothers quarreled over a borrowed book and never spoke the remainder of their lives, despite one passing by the other's house to work almost daily.
This painful event made a profound impression upon young Grover and perhaps explained why he became known for his gentle diplomacy, tender heart, ability to forgive and acceptance of others with differing views. His wisdom and gentle counsel were continually sought and respected by his extended family. Everyone, it seems, loved Grover.
Upon graduation Grover married
his college sweetheart, Grace Anderson, and pursued a medical doctorate at Stanford University, eventually completing a surgical residency there. Along the way he joined the Army, becoming a member of the Army Medical Corps and serving a stint aboard a hospital ship studying the radiation effects of atomic bombs in the South Pacific.
The couple settled in Hood River Valley after scouting the Pacific Northwest and believed they had found Paradise. The 46-year union with Grace brought forth six children, five of whom survive: Claire Carter, of Portland, Dr. Alan Carter, Silverwood, Dr Ralph Carter, Hood River, Ellen Carter, of Los Gatos, Calif., and Gail Arends, of The Dalles. Daughter Lynne preceded her father in death in 1986. He lost his beloved Grace to cancer in 1987. He counted these two events as the worst things that ever happened to him.
In 1987 Grover married
the former Bern Jean Saulie, a registered nurse. He continued to practice medicine until the age of 75, retiring from the Hood River Medical Group in 1995.
During his long and productive life he became a world traveler, visiting every continent, including Antartica. He was especially fond of fishing, hiking, and gardening in addition to his work at the office/hospital. Grover could be found at home tending his flock of Canadian geese, moving irrigation pipe, grafting fruit trees, shearing sheep, tending a collection of exotic flora, and whatever else it took to maintain and nurture his farm and garden, for him, a place of respite, contentment and renewal.
Intellectually curious to his last days, Grover was an avid reader, consuming science journals and surfing the Internet for the 'astronomy picture of the day.' With BJ, the second love of his life, Grover enjoyed traveling, gardening, attending St. Mary's, dance club, volunteer work at the senior center, where they spent much time delivering Meals on Wheels' and family reunions.
Grover adored his children as well as BJ's: Janet and Barbara Saulie, of Bellingham, John Saulie, of Spokane, and Mary Kay Saulie, of Chattanooga, Tenn.; 15 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. He was adored in return. We will all greatly miss his gentle and loving heart.
The family suggests that remembrances be made to Hospice of the Gorge in care of Anderson's Tribute Center.
Arrangements are under the direction of Anderson's Tribute Center (Funerals, Receptions, Cremations), 1401 Belmont Ave., Hood River, OR 97031; (541) 386-1000.
Kenneth Potter
Kenneth Potter, 74, passed away Tuesday, Jan. 15, 2008, at a Portland hospital. He and his wife, Jan, moved from Southern California to Mt. Hood in November of 2006.
Ken served in the U.S. Army near Nuremberg, Germany, from 1953 till 1955. He had the opportunity to return to his old base in 1985, which he enjoyed very much.
He moved to California in 1957 and worked for Wegge Motors in Pasadena for 10 years, then for Claude Short Dodge in Santa Monica for 24 years until his retirement in 1993.
Ken was born June 15, 1933, in Shidler, Okla., to M.K. and Berlee Mae (Beck) Potter. He was the first of three boys.
He is survived by his wife; one daughter, Carol (husband Steve); one son, Allen; and two grandsons, Riley and Cody Potter. He is also survived by one brother, Dennis, of Sapulpa, Okla.
A gathering of friends and family will be held at the residence of Fred and Patricia Paige in Mt. Hood on Feb. 2.
Molly Calmettes
Cremation rites have been held for Molly Ann Calmettes, 53, of North Bend, Ore., under the direction of Nelson's Bay Area Mortuary.
Molly was born March 20, 1954, at Hood River, Ore., the daughter of Raymond and Bonnie Jean (Edington) Calmettes. She has lived in North Bend at the Star of Hope Group Home since moving from Salem in 1991.
Molly enjoyed listening to music, watching musicals on TV and spending time with her cat, Zoe. She was full of love and all who knew her loved her and will miss her.
She is survived by her parents, Ray and Bonnie Calmettes, of Hood River, Ore.; brothers and sisters-in-law Mike and Ellen Calmettes of Modesto, Calif., Tim and Kara Calmettes, of Sisters, Ore., and Dave and Lisa Calmettes, of Milwaukie, Ore.; five nephews, two nieces and two great-nieces.
Contributions in her memory may be made to the Star of Hope, 657 Newmark Ave., Coos Bay, OR 97420.
Arrangements are under the direction of Nelson's Bay Area Mortuary, 405 Elrod Ave., Coos Bay, OR 97420; (541) 267-4216.
Irene Haworth
Irene Dorothy Haworth died at the Hood River Care Center on Jan. 16, 2008, at the age of 77.
She was born June 7, 1930, to William and Ruth (Terry) Rowe. She grew up in Yonkers, N.Y., attending St. Denis Catholic School and Commerce High School.
She enjoyed a high-spirited early life living in several locations in the United States. She dealt blackjack opening night at the Cal-Nev Casino in Reno and had other adventurous trips to Alaska before settling down to marry Lester 'Festus' Haworth; they married
in White Salmon and lived in Underwood until she retired from Washington State Social Services and Lester from a full range of logging endeavors.
After retiring they traveled throughout the western United States and Canada and upon returning moved to Hood River and then on to The Dalles.
Irene is survived and will be dearly missed for her dry and well-timed sense of humor by her son, Dennis Campbell, of Reno, Nev.; stepdaughters Glenda, Jeanne and Brenda; three granddaughters, a great-granddaughter and all the many friends and acquaintances she has collected over the years.
Irene and Lester will be interred together at noon Tuesday, Jan. 29, at the White Salmon cemetery, where family and friends are encouraged to share memories about either Lester or Irene. Flowers may be sent, although not recommended by her family.
Arrangements are under the direction of Anderson's Tribute Center (Funerals, Receptions, Cremations), 1401 Belmont Ave., Hood River, OR 97031; (541) 386-1000
Charles A. Hart Jr.
Charles A. Hart Jr., 88, known also as 'Charlie' and 'Archie, ' a resident of the Forest Grove community, died Wednesday afternoon, Jan. 16, 2008, at the Camelot Care Center in Forest Grove.
Graveside services with full military honors will be held on Friday, Jan. 25, at 11 a.m. at the Willamette National cemetery, 11800 S.E. Mt. Scott Blvd. in Portland, Ore., with the Rev. Richard E. Osburn, retired United Church of Christ, minister.
Charles Arthur Hart Jr. was born Dec. 12, 1919, in Hood River, Ore., the son of the late Charles Arthur Hart and Coloda (Buchanan) Hart. He was raised and received his education in the Hood River community.
Charles was a veteran of World War II, having joined the United States Navy on Dec. 19, 1941. He served for four years, until receiving his discharge on Dec. 18, 1945, at Headquarters, Third Naval District, New York, N.Y., at the rank of Gunner's Mate, Second Class.
In 1942, Charles met Anne G. Hefferland while serving in the U.S. Navy. They were united in marriage on April 22, 1943, in Glasgow, Scotland. After the war ended they moved to Oregon, settling in Parkdale. They made their home in Parkdale for 14 years until 1960 when they moved to Hood River. In 1968 they moved to Hillsboro and then to the Forest Grove community in 1972, where he has resided since.
Charles was preceded in death by his wife, Anne, on Aug. 23, 2000, at Forest Grove, Ore., after celebrating over 57 years of marriage together.
He worked in the timber industry as a logger while living in the Hood River community. He later worked as a circuit board inspector for Tektronix Inc. in Beaverton from 1969 to 1989, when he retired.
Charles was a member of the American Legion Post in Hood River. Among his special interests were gardening, hunting, woodcutting and carpentry. He also had a special love for working on and repairing his cars.
He was also preceded in death by his parents, by his four brothers, Gus Hart, Bill Hart, George Hart and Laurence Hart; and his sister, Mary Wood.
Survivors include his son and daughter-in-law, Doug and Jeanne Hart, of Dee, Ore.; and his two daughters and son-in-law, Bonnie and Thomas Sweany, of Forest Grove, Ore., and Sandy Hart, of Hood River, Ore.
Also surviving are nine grandchildren and their spouses: Brandon Sweany, Cory Sweany and Sean Sweany; Kerry Hart and Erin Hart; Jim and Julie Hart, Chuck and Glenda Hart and Danny Hart; nine great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.
The family suggests that remembrances may be contributions to a charity of choice, in his memory.
Viewing (visitation) hours will be Wednesday, Jan. 23, from noon to 5 p.m. and Thursday, Jan. 24, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Fuiten, Rose & Hoyt Funeral Home in Forest Grove.
Fuiten, Rose & Hoyt Funeral Home in Forest Grove is in charge of the arrangements; (503) 357-2161.
Gerald 'Jerry' Walters
Gerald 'Jerry' Orville Walters, a longtime resident of Hood River, Ore., passed away Jan. 20, 2008, at home with family by his side. Jerry and his wife, Bette, owned and operated Bette's Place for 19 years before retiring and selling to their daughter, Gay, and her husband, Gary Jones.
A service to celebrate Jerry's life and mourn his passing will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 24, at Anderson's Tribute Center, 1401 Belmont Ave. Military honors will be performed at the service and a private interment will follow at Idlewilde cemetery.
Jerry was born April 3, 1930, in Garrison, N.D., to William and Hulda (Sayler) Walters. He grew up and attended school in Garrison before moving to Oregon.
Jerry served his country proudly as a member of the United States Navy from 1947 to 1950. His service was between World War II and the Korean War; he served on the USS Stickell in the Pacific, visiting many locations in Asia.
While in the service he married
Elizabeth 'Bette' Smith on July 1, 1949, at Stevenson, Wash., and to this union were blessed four children.
Jerry and Bette have always lived in Hood River, where he worked for McCoy's Tire Service, Carnation Milk and Hood River Sand & Gravel before they opened Bette's Place in 1975, a local favorite eatery for many. Jerry loved greeting customers and making sure their coffee cups were never empty.
Jerry enjoyed hunting, fishing, golfing, huckleberry picking, camping and traveling with his wife and friends. When his sons were younger he was active in Little League and Babe Ruth baseball, as the PA announcer and coach.
He was a volunteer fire fighter for the Hood River Fire Department. He had many hobbies, activities and things he enjoyed in life but above all he loved his family: his children, grandchildren and great-grandchild, Conor.
Jerry is survived and will be dearly missed by his wife of 58 years, Bette Walters, of Hood River, Ore.; four children, Sherryl Walters, of Vancouver, Wash., Mike Walters (and Barbara), of Madras, Ore., Gay Jones (and Gary), of Hood River, and Mitch Walters, of Vancouver, Wash.; eight grandchildren: Stephanie Ross (and Bob), of Garden Valley, Idaho, Spencer Walters, of Garden Valley, Idaho, Jubal Jones, of Honolulu, Hawaii, Chelsea Jones, of Eugene, Ore., Jillian Jones, of Corvallis, Ore., Caitlin Walters, of Hood River, and Abby Walters, of Vancouver, Wash.; great-grandchild Conor Ross, of Garden Valley, Idaho; brothers Wil Walters (and Leslie), of West Virginia, and Arlen Walters (and Linda), of Camas, Wash.; sisters Darlene Dorman (and Les), of North Plains, Ore., and Betty Wade (and Willis), of Lewiston, Idaho; many nieces and nephews and his special sister-in-law, Frances Chambers.
He was preceded in death by his parents and granddaughter, Chloe Walters.
The family suggests that memorial contributions be made in his memory to Heart of Hospice in care of Anderson's Tribute Center (Funerals, Receptions, Cremations), 1401 Belmont Ave., Hood River, OR 97031; (541) 386-1000.
