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2A COTTAGE GROVE SENTINEL APRIL 19, 2017 Sherri Dee Wynn-DuMong 1963-2017 Sherri Dee Wynn-DuMong, 53, passed away of an accidental death on April 4, 2017. She was born Oct. 5, 1963. She is survived by her son, Mat- thew Wynn, mother, Judy Wynn Toon, father, Archie Wynn, step- father, Glenn Toon, two brothers, Randy and Jim Wynn, a sister, Terri Zancanella, and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Joseph N. Dumong, in 2016. A Celebration of Life will be held on April 22, 2017 at 3 p.m. at the Waldport Seventh-Day Adventist Church, (next to the KOA), 1506 NW Pacifi c Coast Hwy., Waldport, Oregon 97394. If you have any questions call 541-961-5253. Arrangements under the care of Bateman Funeral Home, Newport. Val Jean Wesley 1937-2017 Val Jean Wesley, 79, of Creswell died April 9, 2017. She was born Oct. 15, 1937 in Kane, Penn. to Harvey Willard and Wilda Wave (Caldwell) Birch. She graduated from Springfi eld High School in 1955. The family moved from Pennsylvania to Ore- gon in 1953. On Dec. 23, 1955, Jean and Nel- son Wesley were married. They were married for 61 years. She enjoyed her early retirement traveling the U.S. visiting fami- ly, friends, camping, and fi shing. Jean is survived by her husband, Nelson of Creswell, two sons, Bryan and wife Cheryl of Creswell and Mark and his wife Chana of Creswell, three grandchildren, three brothers, Bill Birch and wife Phyllis of Yuma Arizona, John Birch and wife Jolene of Creswell and Paul Birch and wife Patricia of Creswell, and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her son, Michael Wayne (Mitch) Wesley, parents, Harvey and Wilda Birch, and two sisters, Barbara Eubanks and Alice Vaughn. A Celebration of Life will be held April 22, 2017 at 10 a.m. at Andreason's/Buell Chapel in Springfi eld, Oregon. Jeanne Louise Baker 1966, 2017 Russell Dean Harris 1946-2017 Russell Dean Harris, 71, of Poulsbo, Wash. passed away March 23,2017. He was born Jan. 16, 1946 in Cottage Grove to Dale and Dorothy (Wittekind) Harris. He was a Boy Scout, going through all the ranks, attended a Na- tional Jamboree and earned the Ea- gle Scout. He graduated from Cot- tage Grove High School in 1964, then attended Oregon State Univer- sity and Southern Oregon College achieving a Bachelor of Business Administration. Russell served in the US Navy, which included time aboard the USS King during Vietnam, as well as being stationed in Ireland. His active duty was followed by 13 years in the National Guard, retiring with 21 years of military service. Russell spent 14 years working at Weyerhaeuser Timber Co., and spent many years as a volunteer fi re fi ghter in Cottage Grove before moving to Poulsbo, Wash. There, he worked for the Puget Sound Naval Shipyard for 18 years. Russell enjoyed talking to anyone and everyone, watching sports and volunteering with Special Olympics, among other things. He is survived by his wife, Dorla (Rose) Harris, of Poulsbo; son, Brandon (Elizabeth) Harris of Cottage Grove; daughters, Tiffani Harris and Suzanne (Rudy) Zinter of Poulsbo, Wash.; four grand- children; brothers, Stanley Harris of California, Kenneth Harris of Oregon, and George Harris of Oregon; sister Wanda Woody of Cot- tage Grove; as well as many more family and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, Dale and Dorothy Har- ris. A Celebration of Life will be held April 30 at 2 p.m. at the Cot- tage Grove Armory. 628 E, Washington Ave. In memory of Rus- sell's baby blue eyes, please wear blue to the service. Kathleen Marie Rasmussen 1943-2017 Kathleen Marie Rasmussen, 73 of Creswell, OR passed away on Palm Sunday April 9, 2017. She was born on November 4, 1943 in San Diego, CA to Velta Helms and Betty Jean (Roberts) Hopkins. Kathleen had a longtime career as a school bus driver, and in her spare time she enjoyed crafts, gardening, and sewing. She loved spending time with her grandsons and enjoyed watching them play sports. She was also a member of Our Lady of Perpetual Help church. On February 26, 1967 she married Ron- ald Lee Rasmussen in Portland, OR. They were married for 4 years. Ronald preceded Kathleen in death. Kathleen is survived by her son and daughter In-law Randy and Cindi Rasmussen of Creswell, OR; her brother Michael Hopkins; and 2 grandchildren; (Ren and Roman Rasmussen). A memorial service will be held on Saturday, April 22, 2017 at 10:00AM at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church, 1025 N. 19th Street, Cottage Grove, OR 97424. Arrangements are in the care of Smith-Lund-Mills Funeral Chapel. Jeanne Louise Baker, 50, passed away Friday, March. 24, 2017. She was born Sept. 22, 1966, in Eugene, Oregon and was a lifelong area resident. She graduated from Cottage Grove High School, and earned a degree in Early Childhood Development from Lane Communi- ty College. After college, Jeanne was em- ployed as a Nanny in Philadelphia, Penn., and later worked as an aid at a senior care facility. She also worked as a freelance web de- Roy Edward Smith signer, then later as a sales and 1926-2017 support representative for Dell Former Arkansas resident, Roy Computers. Jeanne enjoyed Edward Smith, 90, passed away Tues- horseback riding, and, in her day April 11, 2017, at his youngest son’s youth, competed in show horse home in Eugene, Oregon. A visitation will competitions. She also spent sev- be held Friday April 21, 2017 at 5PM at eral years competing, along with Smith-Lund-Mills Funeral Chapel. A Fu- her brothers, with the Bohemia neral Service and Reception will be held Swimming Association and the at Smith Lund Mills funeral home in Cot- Cottage Grove High School swim tage Grove, Oregon on Saturday, April 22, 2017 at 10:30 AM. team. Later, she enjoyed working Roy was born May 15, 1926, in Wickes, Arkansas to Owen Ed- with her mother in her Pomerani- ward and Cora Bell Smith. Roy was known as “Junior” to most of his an breeding business. friends and family growing up. Roy served in the US Navy during She took most pride in being a World War II. Roy was married to Syble Irene Smith (Marcum) on January loving and attentive mom to her 20, 1946 in Tulsa, OK; they were married for 52 years. two children. Roy worked for and retired from Weyerhaeuser at the age of She had a knack for connecting 55. Roy enjoyed his early retirement by fi shing, hunting and most kindly with children, and was a importantly, dancing. Roy loved to dance and spend time with his gifted baker – the family prized grandchildren. her snickerdoodles and wealth of Roy is survived by his three children, Roy W. Smith and his baked goods and candies she pro- wife Ludy, Danny R. Smith, Michael E. Smith and his wife Margie; duced every Christmas. She was his 9 grandchildren Wayne, Anya, Tina, Tommie, Dirk, Mike, Mela- an excellent horsewoman and a nie, Shawn and Mandy; his 9 great grandchildren and the rest of his natural at caring for animals of all relatives and friends. Roy is preceded in death by his parents and his kinds. wife; as well as his 3 brothers and 3 sisters. She is survived by her mother, Th e family wishes to thank all of those who cared for Roy over Sandra Baker of Cottage Grove; the last 2 years. her son Caleb Adair of Seattle, Wash.; daughter Courtney Adair z å of Cottage Grove; two brothers, Kenneth Baker of McMinnville and Richard Baker of Clayton, N.C.; two nieces and two neph- ews. Private services were held Saturday, April 1, 2017 at 1 p.m. with close family and friends. Arrangements under the direc- tion of Smith Lund Mills Funer- al Chapel, Cottage Grove. Funeral & Memorial Planning Cremation Options & Memorials & e Memorials Cemetery Options e e Monuments Monuments Cemetery Options e Funeral & Memorial Planning e Cremation Options e Cottage Grove Sentinel's new website is live. • Breaking news • Photo galleries • Moblie Friendly • 24/7 access cgsentinel.com Charles Ralph “Chuck” Conklin 1934-2017 Charles Ralph “Chuck” Conklin of Cottage Grove died on April 15, 2017 at the age of 82. He was born on December 28, 1934 in Ava, Missouri, to parents Ralph and Eva (Stewart) Conklin. He graduated from high school and college. He served in the U.S. Navy. He mar- ried Frances Green on August 18, 1957 in Creswell, OR. Chuck worked for 15 years for Weyerhaeuser, and owned Chuck’s Downtown Barbershop for 57 years. He enjoyed poker, cards, and especially his grandkids. He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Frances Pauline Conklin of Cottage Grove; son, Ralph (wife Lori) Conklin of Cottage Grove; son, Richard (wife Brenda) Conklin of Cottage Grove; grandkids, Mike, Jeff, Heather, April, Matt and Kori; and 6 great-grandkids. No service is planned. Arrangements are in the care of Smith-Lund-Mills Funeral Chapel in Cottage Grove. RUSSELL CARY THOMS 1958-2017 Aft er a courageous fi ght against cancer, Russell Th oms, 58, passed away surrounded by his family on Sunday morning, April 2, 2017. He was born on November 10, 1958 in Eugene, Oregon, as the son of Emil (Bud) and Delores Th oms, growing up in the Cottage Grove area. Russ graduated from Cottage Grove High School and also attended Blue Mountain Community College on a golf schol- arship. Russ fi rst worked in the lumber industry along with his father and brother. Aft er a number of years, he decided to make a career change that eventually proved to be his passion. Working as a construction contractor was the right move, as he loved his work from the foundation to the roof and everything in between, starting his own business, Investor’s Choice Con- struction. He later decided that fi nish carpentry was his true passion and sunk his heart into it. Th e quality of his craft sman- ship, work ethic and leadership skills were recognized by all who knew him. Although his real pride and joy came from being a father and husband of 37 years to Carrie Strebe, Russ also loved the game of golf. He was an accomplished golfer, earning Club Champion at Emerald Valley Golf Club and won many two- man tournaments with his brother, known as the Th oms Boys. Being competitive in nature, Russ always enjoyed playing pok- er, pinochle,Yahtzee and croquet with family and sharing good food and fi ne wine with both family and friends. We will always remember Russ as being quick witted, funny, talented and creative. He was a loving member of our family, always willing to help and share his knowledge with others. He was an avid Duck fan and hosted many “Duck Parties” to watch his favorite team. He will be greatly missed. He is survived by his wife Carrie, their sons Vincent, Kyle (wife Hannah), and Cameron, two grandchildren, his mother Delores Th oms, brother Randy Th oms (wife Lisa) and sisters Ronda Cranmer (husband Fred) and Rochelle Miller. He is pre- ceded in death by his father Bud Th oms. A summer memorial will be planned for family and friends. 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