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Jean Murray
Jean Mildred Perrier-Adams-Murray died Feb. 19, 2010, in San Diego, Calif. Jean was born on Sept. 29, 1923, in the Washington town of McClary. She lived there with her mother, Bessie, and father, August (Gus) Perrier.
Her parents moved to Hood River, Ore., sometime in the late 1930s. They owned and operated the Paradise Gas and Grocery and the Paradise Motel, located on the corner of 13th and Oak streets for many years. Hood River was Jean's hometown, where she grew up and graduated from Hood River High School.
The Paradise Motel had a very interesting attraction for not only the young children but all the population of the small community. Located in the middle of the large parking lot in the back of the cottages was a huge pond. Gus would place baby sturgeon in the pond and the children would love to come and see the monsters swimming around.
August also had another piece of history that he built down over the hill. Next to the Perrier Gas and Grocery was a handmade windmill that caught the stream coming off of the pond and it stood there for many years.
Bessie worked the business and Jean would clean the motel rooms with her younger brother, Eugene Raymond Perrier. August was the carpenter and could fix anything.
Music was always a center point in their lives and Jean followed her mother's talent playing the piano. She continued her love of music for all the years to come.
Jean was a member of the Hood River High School band, playing the alto saxophone. She was also the first head majorette for Hood River High and performed with the band at halftimes and parades. She still had her baton today.
She dated George Selder Adams, who was the boy next door - literally. He lived just down State Street. George's parents also ran a business that was located on the corner of 13th and State streets, Hood River Laundry.
George's parents, Freda and Art Adams, built the building and established the business. George and his folks ran the operation which began in the early years when the roads were only dirt, using a canvas-covered, horse-drawn wagon to pick up and deliver the laundry to their customers. The Hood River Laundry was an historical site and the building still sits there today.
George and Jean were married
on Feb. 22, 1944, and soon after George was called into the U.S. Army Air Corps during World War II. So off they went to Madison, Wis., where he was stationed.
During this time their firstborn came into the world: Barbara Jean was born on Jan. 16, 1945. Soon after Barbara's birth, George's father passed away and the service allowed him to return to Hood River to take care of the family business. So they packed up and returned once more to Hood River.
Jean was busy raising her toddler when her next two children arrived: Peggy Louise on June 29, 1947, and Donald George, on May 1, 1952.
The memories of childhood were always very good. Life was an adventure. Never a dull moment. We all worked together either at the laundry or at home and thought it was nothing but normal. We worked as a team and it was always Work First; Play Second.
Jean was the one who planned all of the family entertainment. We loved the trips to the Oregon Coast and the campouts at Lost Lake and many others.
We particularly liked Green Point Reservoir where we would go for a weekend outing. Donald would always find an orange-and-brown 'water dog' to bring home for his pet. Mom and Dad built many beautiful memories during those family campouts.
Although we all worked hard, we were well rewarded with great family fun and play. Jean and George were wonderful parents and taught us much. They always made us feel safe and protected and loved unconditionally.
Jean continued her love of music and encouraged her children to be educated in song, dance, baton twirling and piano. She was active in her choir and later competed in the Sweet Adelines choir conducted by her best friend, Mary Mauroni.
She was a Life Member of Soroptimist and belonged to Beta Sigma Phi Sorority. She truly enjoyed the friends she made during years of membership and even to her death.
As a grandma, Jean had a tremendous influence on her grandchildren throughout the years. She taught Felisa, Michelle, Quinn, Daniel, Melonie, Chris, Paul, David and Luke how to set a table and proper etiquette.
The grandsons were side-by-side with their grandfather George, who taught them fishing and many other skills. The memories from the now-grown children are very precious.
Since these nine grandchildren, Jean was Great-Grandma for 14 great-grandchildren: Renae, Mickinzie, Payton, Haley, Cody, Ashley, Tristan, Noah, Aidan, David, Michael, Matthew, Toby and Faith, plus one great-great-granddaughter, Kayla.
One of the most common things you would hear about Jean was 'Oh, what a beautiful smile she has, ' and she always loved dressing up with all the right clothes and accessories. Always looking well-groomed was an understatement.
The family business closed in the 1970s, and George and Jean were off on another adventure. George went to work at the Hood River Memorial Hospital as an engineer and Jean worked for Diamond Fruit in the human resources department. They both retired from these positions.
George passed away on May 12, 1993, and went home to be with Jesus. Jean remained at the West Sherman home and later married
Elmer Wellington Murray on March 26, 1994. Jean followed Elmer to his Central Oregon home in LaPine. She had never been out of Hood River and this was a definite change for her.
Shortly after moving they decided to move back to Hood River and relocated on West Eugene Street after trying a home out in the valley. They had many happy years together and on Nov. 20, 2005, Elmer passed away and also went home to be with Jesus.
Jean remained at the family home, but started to have some health issues. Peggy moved her to San Diego, Calif., since Jean and Elmer designated Peggy as trustee.
Jean overnight became an official 'Californian' after 82 years in her favorite hometown of Hood River, Ore. She aced her California driver's written test and drove in the traffic like an expert for two of her four years in San Diego.
Jean brought joy to her friends at San Diego First Assembly of God church and frequently received compliments on her beautiful smile and warm personality.
Her health continued to be a challenge and after several heart complications she succumbed on Friday, Feb. 19, 2010, in San Diego, Calif., and went peacefully home to be with Jesus.
She was a strong woman and managed to stay alive until her son Donald and oldest daughter, Barbara, arrived by plane to see her in ICU. She is now reunited with her loved ones in heaven and the fact that all her children and grandchildren were present when she said goodbye was just how she wanted it! She loved her children.
Jean's impact on those she touched in her blessed life will never be forgotten. The many friends, large families, and even those she touched with her musical talent will always be a fond memory in their hearts.
The moral of this beautiful story is 'Keep Smiling, ' whether it is good or bad, and know that where your roots are is where your heart is also - as was Jean's heart - Jesus Christ and Hood River, Ore.
God Bless you, Jean - we will see you soon - We love you!
A service to honor Jean was held March 1 at Anderson's Tribute Center. Graveside rites followed at Willamette National cemetery in Portland.
Arrangements are under the direction of Anderson's Tribute Center (Funerals, Receptions, Cremations), 1401 Belmont Ave., Hood River, OR 97031; 541-386-1000.
Floyd 'Mac' MacKinnon
Floyd Malcolm MacKinnon, known to his friends and family as 'Mac, ' left this world Aug. 4, 2010, at the age of 75. Mac passed away at the Oregon Veterans Home in The Dalles, after a long fight against Crohn's disease.
Mac was the strongest man a person will ever come across, not only in his strength and determination, but also in his faith and relationship with his Lord Jesus Christ. Up to his last moments he was at peace with his illness and coming death, knowing there was something better waiting for him in heaven.
No matter how weak and tired he became, he never forgot on a daily basis to let us know how thankful he was for everything we did for him, and what a lucky man he was to have all of us. (We were the lucky ones.)
Born Dec. 23, 1934, in Hood River, Ore., to Malcom Henry and Dorothea (Schreiner) MacKinnon, Mac lived his first years of life in Cascade Locks, Ore., where he began in first year of school.
From ages 8 through 12, Mac and his two younger sisters, Leona and Donna, were placed in the Children's Farm Home in Corvallis, Ore., while his father served his country with the Fighting Seabees during World War II. After returning from war, his father married
Mac's stepmother, Grace Zinc, whom he referred to as his 'Amazing Grace.'
The rest of his childhood was spent in Salem, Ore., where he attended North Salem High School until he joined the U.S. Navy at age 17. He served on the USS Shelton from January 1952 to December 1955. During his service years he spent time in Japan, Hong Kong, the Philippine Islands, Iwo Jima and Thailand, along with several other places.
After the service he returned home to Salem, where he met and married
D. Charlene Boyes Renaud on March 1, 1956. They made their home in Salem until moving to Hood River, Ore., in 1964.
While living in Salem, Mac made his living as a cabinet maker and also served as a volunteer fireman. After moving to Hood River he worked for Cascade Locks Lumber Company, Union Pacific Railroad and United Telephone (which later became Sprint), also serving at West Side Fire Department as a volunteer.
Mac had several hobbies, his favorite being gardening, spending numerous hours a day tending to his yard and garden. He also enjoyed woodworking and fishing, never really caring if he caught a fish or not, but enjoying being outdoors in the beautiful Hood River Valley.
At one time he and his wife enjoyed ballroom dancing and square dancing, where Mac enjoyed taking the microphone and being the caller of a few rounds now and again, which he actually became very good at.
Mac leaves behind his wife of 54 years, Charlene; son Michael (Michelle) MacKinnon, of Hood River; daughters Cheryl (Johnson) Marsalis, of Deer Park, Wash., Melodie Lesbo (Jerry) Wornek, of Elko, Nev., and Claudette (Mike) Adams and Peggy MacKinnon, both of Hood River. He was a proud grandfather of 12 grandchildren and soon-to-be 15 great-grandchildren, the brother to two sisters, Linda Kronenberg and Donna Wolfe, along with one brother, Lee MacKinnon, all of Salem, Ore.
He was preceded in death by both parents and his stepmother, two sisters, Leona and Pamela, along with an infant brother (name unknown).
A celebration of life service will be held at First Baptist Church on Aug. 14 at 11 a.m., located at 1889 Belmont Drive in Hood River. In lieu of flowers, the family asks donations to be made to Horizon Christian School in Hood River, in memory of Mac (contact Bruce Parker, 541-386-6088).
Your job here is done, Daddy. Now we set you free to walk with God. Enjoy your new adventures; until we meet again, we'll keep you in our hearts - Go, knowing you were greatly loved.
Your Adoring Family
Arrangements are under the direction of Anderson's Tribute Center (Funerals, Receptions, Cremations), 1401 Belmont Ave., Hood River, OR 97031; 541-386-1000.
Elwood Hutson
Elwood J. Hutson, 89, a lifelong Hood River, Ore., resident, passed away March 22, 2010, at Providence Hood River Memorial Hospital.
Services were held Friday, March 26, at Anderson's Tribute Center. Interment was at Idlewilde cemetery.
Elwood was born Jan. 4, 1921, in Hood River, the youngest child of Lillian and John Hutson. He attended Barrett Elementary School, Laurelwood Academy, Linfield College and the University of Oregon Dental School.
He practiced dentistry in Hood River his entire career, starting in 1955 and retiring in 1986. He met his wife in high school at Laurelwood Academy in 1939.
They married
after World War II in June 1946. He lived in the family home on Belmont Drive, most of his life; leaving for high school, World War II, college and dental school. This was the place he most loved to be. Sitting in their family room, looking out at Mount Hood.
Elwood loved his family and had the joy of living next door to his father, John; brother Leonard, (Speed), and close to his sister Esther, from The Dalles. He was known in the community as a member of the Lions Club.
Elwood was involved in the community 'stop smoking' classes that were held around the valley for many years. He was also a driver for the 'Caravan, ' taking seniors to appointments as needed.
He loved camping in his earlier years, and upon retirement, touring in a motor home with his wife and family. He enjoyed many vacations in the last few years going to Washington, D.C., Hawaii, Bend, Ore., and most recently, Palm Springs, Calif.
He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Berniece (Bunny); his brother Leonard (Speed) and his wife, Viola; daughter Karen and her husband, James; son Brad; son Don and his wife, Linda; and daughter Sandy. Elwood has five grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren and numerous nieces, nephews and their children.
He was preceded in death by three sisters before his birth; brother Harold; parents; son Steve; and sister Esther. He was loved by all his family, and loved greatly in return. There will be a large hole in our family; we will miss him forever.
The family suggests memorial contributions be sent to the Seventh-Day Adventist Church, in care of Anderson's Tribute Center (Funerals, Receptions, Cremations), 1401 Belmont Ave., Hood River, OR 97031.
Robert Jones
Robert Maynard Jones died on March 16, 2010, in Springfield, Ore., surrounded by family and, as he said, without regrets.
Robert was first diagnosed with gall bladder cancer in 2006 and fought back hard against the disease for four years. He lasted longer than most, but he ultimately lost the battle shortly after the final recurrence in January. He died surrounded by friends and family.
Robert was born April 19, 1951, in Oregon City, Ore., the second child of Tommy and Eleanor Jones. He grew up there and graduated from Oregon City High School in 1969. He graduated from Portland State University with a bachelor's degree in Russian, and later returned to earn a master's in business administration.
In 1978 he moved to Hood River with his wife, Bonnie, which is where his children, Wesley and Nora, were born. He became active in community theater and local government, and made many good friends and meaningful contributions in the community over the years.
He loved restoring old houses and took pride in turning a run-down house on Cascade Avenue into a beautiful home. But mostly he was proud of the fact that the home was always filled with kids, friends, activities and laughter.
In the mid-1990s Robert finally put his Russian degree to use, and moved to central Russia to help out during a time of turmoil and transition in that country. That soon led to several other great work opportunities around the world, which brought him to India, Britain, Israel, France, Australia and all over the U.S.
He eventually made his way back home and worked in Oregon for the last eight years of his life, most recently at Fiserv. He and Bonnie divorced in 1997.
In 2002, he met the love of his life, John Lee, and happily settled onto 'The Farm' in Springfield. He and John spent many hours working on The Farm and took pride in building a pond with two waterfalls, growing great vegetables and berries, and tending to sheep, llamas and goats. The two of them turned a storage shed into a wonderful guest house so family and friends could come and enjoy the farm life with them.
Shortly before he died, Robert got a loom and was so proud of the blankets he wove from the wool of the farm's sheep. One of his few regrets was that he couldn't finish just a few more blankets.
When they weren't working outside, John and Robert had many adventures traveling to new and interesting places around the world together.
Robert was very proud of his children and was pleased they had grown up to be such wonderful adults. He was happy he was going to be a father-in-law when Nora and Jeff announced their engagement.
He liked that Wesley and childhood family friend Lea Sanders-Wilcox reconnected after 25 years. He was always interested in what was going on his kids' lives and loved phone calls just to check in and catch up, or playing an excellent host during weekend visits to the farm.
The last week of Robert's life was both happy and sad. He accepted the fact that he was dying, but was angry that it had to happen so soon. He was able to spend time talking about his life and what he wanted to happen after he passed.
Being a person who was used to always being in charge, he gave out lots of assignments. There were lots of stories told and much laughter among the tears. He wanted it to be known that he was surrounded by love and family and friends. He died holding John's hand.
Robert is survived by his partner, John Lee, of Springfield; his mother, Eleanor Jones, of Gladstone; his daughter, Nora Jones, and her finance, Jeff Ryan, of Portland; his son, Wesley Jones, of Portland; his sister, Kay Hopkins, and her husband, Charlie, of Milwaukie; his ex-wife, Bonnie Hinton, and her husband, David, of Hermiston; best friend Terry Vann, of Olympia; as well as nephews, great-nieces, cousins and lots of friends.
A celebration will be held at the McMenamin's Edgefield, 2126 S.W. Halsey, Troutdale, on April 18. The gathering starts at noon with the tribute to Robert beginning at 1 p.m. Per Robert's instructions, it will be a party and not a funeral, with beer, laughter and jeans.
Edith Elward
Edith Faye McCafferty Elward, 81, a Parkdale, Ore., resident, passed away March 25, 2010, at Flagstone Senior Living in The Dalles, Ore. Graveside services will be held Monday, March 29, at 11 a.m. at Idlewilde cemetery.
Edith was born Nov. 2, 1928, in Montrose, Colo., to Elmer and Jesse (Louthan) Williams. After graduating from high school the family moved to Parkdale, Ore., where soon after she married
Norman McCafferty. They had five children. Norman died in 1972. She worked in the fruit industry and also was a cook at the 'Y' Inn for years. Later she married
Donald Elward.
Edith enjoyed gardening, sewing, cooking and baking. One of her greatest joys was cooking and baking for others.
She is survived by four children: Donna Lindsey, of The Dalles, Gale McCafferty, of Parkdale, Daren McCafferty and his wife, Martha, of Parkdale, and Rose and her husband, Doug Hepner, of White Salmon, Wash.; and brother Lester Williams and his wife, Eunice, of Yuma, Ariz. Eleven grandchildren, 21 great-grandchildren and three great-great-grandchildren also survive.
She was preceded in death by husbands Norman, in 1972, and Donald, in 1995; two brothers, five sisters and daughter Sharon.
The family suggests memorial contributions be sent to Heart of Hospice in care of Anderson's Tribute Center (Funerals, Receptions, Cremations), 1401 Belmont Ave., Hood River, OR 97031.
