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6 Wednesday, February 13, 2019 The Nugget Newspaper, Sisters, Oregon Obituaries Carol Fay Elder December 21, 1942 — January 17, 2019 Carol Fay (Lash) Elder, Age 76, passed on January 17 at home with family after a long road with cancer. Carol was born December 21, 1942, to Mike (Sr.) and Lula Mae Lash in Aberdeen, WA. She married the love of her life, William H. Elder, on June 10, 1961, in Neilton, Washington. Bill and Carol then made their home in Quinault, WA where they raised their family. They retired to Sisters in 1995. Carol was an avid quilter and loved all of the quilting groups she was involved in. Carol was preceded in death by her parents, Mike (Sr.) and Lula Mae Lash; her brothers Mike Lash, Jr., and Billie Lash of Hoquiam, Washington. Carol is survived by her husband of 57-1/2 years, William Elder; her daughter, Sarah Elder; and adopted son, Kaiden; grandsons, Casey Elder of Quinault, Washington, and James Mullins of Brady, Washington; two great- grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. A private service and Celebration of Life will be held in Quinault, Washington, at a later date when the John L. McLaren, Jr. April 21, 1943 — January 24, 2019 weather is better. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society and/or Hero Quilters of Sisters. Terry Brotherton Terhune March 14, 1941 — January 31, 2019 Terry Brotherton Terhune, age 77, passed peacefully on January 31, 2019, at OHSU Hospital with her family sur- rounding her. Born on March 14, 1941 in Walla Walla, Washington. Married to Charles Terhune. Educated in Walla Walla and at Northwestern University with graduate work at Stanford University, and Oregon State University. L i v e d p r i m a r i l y i n Oregon, including Corvallis and Sisters. Loved to travel and teach. Converted to Catholicism after many years of visiting Mt. Angel Abbey and established a trust to sup- port Mt. Angel seminarians in their education. Found resil- ience in her faith and family. Survived by husband, Charles Terhune; chil- dren Chip, Elizabeth, and Catherine Terhune; grand- children Ben and Grete Feldman and Morgan and Cole Terhune. Predeceased by brother William <Biff= Brotherton. The service will be pri- vate and for family only. Donations in Terry9s mem- ory may be made to Fossil Educational Foundation, P.O. Box 206, Fossil, Oregon 97830. The family expresses their deep gratitude to the dedication and thoughtful- ness of the OHSU caregivers. Obituaries Policy: The Nugget Newspaper does not charge a fee to publish obituaries. Obituaries may be up to 400 words and include one photo. Obituaries outside these guidelines are handled by The Nugget Newspaper advertising department. Obituary submissions must be received by noon on Monday. Obituaries may be submitted to The Nugget by email or hand delivery to our office located at 442 E. Main Ave., Sisters. SISTERS 549-9388 John was born in Portland, Oregon the son of Jack and Dona McLaren (deceased). He grew up in Beaverton and graduated from Beaverton High School in 1961. After completing his mil- itary service he met and mar- ried Kay (Shoop) in 1966. They recently celebrated 53 years of marriage. They moved to Sisters, Oregon in 1978, where they continued to reside for over 25 years. During this period they owned and operated Sisters Mercantile. John was a perfectionist in every sense of the word: A talented woodworker and finish carpenter. His lawns were legendary...perfectly manicured with straight edg- ing. He liked nothing bet- ter than to mow, start the sprinklers, open a cold beer and watch his grass grow so that he could mow once again. He was a car enthusiast and owned many 4 always spotless and in good work- ing order. He loved to golf and play cards and always www.NuggetNews.com We want to thank the Sisters Community for your love and support. We are truly grateful. MEATS • CHEESES • EATERY • DRINKERY 110 S. SPRUCE ST. | 541-719-1186 OPEN EVERY DAY 9 AM TO 7 PM YES, WE CLEAN AREA RUGS! Cutting-edge technology to get your rugs their cleanest. CALL BEN NOW FOR SPECIAL WINTER RATES! (Expires 2/28/19) — Sisters Owned & Operated — Call or Text 541-238-7700 W E C WE CLEAN LEAN LE AN U UPHOLSTERY PHOL PH OL LST STER ERY ER Y TOO! T O O! TO O ! INSURANCE OF SISTERS Caribbean Blue Apatite & Diamond mixed a stiff drink. He was a good and hon- orable man who set high standards for himself and others. His former employment includes Hertz Rent A Car, Kuni Cadillac, G.J. Miller Construction and Black Butte Ranch. He will be truly missed by his wife; daughters Cori Wunderle (Andreas), Shelley Lindsey (Kevin); seven grandchildren; his sister, Connie Sheeley; and numerous nieces and nephews. A memorial service has been planned at Willamette National Cemetery in Portland on March 8 at 11 a.m. All are welcome.