Appeal Tribune Wednesday, June 29, 2016 3B
Silverton remembers Larry Kassell
Memorial services were held this
week for Silverton artist Larry Kassell,
who died June 11.
Kassell was born July 11, 1944. He at-
tended North Salem High School, then
enlisted in the U.S. Air Force. After four
years of military service, he worked for
the State of Oregon Education Division
as a Graphic Artist, then in the States-
man Journal advertising department as
an ad designer. He served the Silverton
Appeal Tribune newspaper as Advertis-
ing Manager, and held some other jobs
before launching his own design, com-
mercial photography, publication de-
sign, and humorous illustration studio in
1976.
Kassell painted almost exclusively
with oils.
“Larry has been a featured artist in
the gallery for both solo shows and our
current ‘Featured Artist Showcase,”
wrote Steve and Barb Narkus, owners of
Elsinore Framing and Fine Art Gallery.
“For those of you who knew Larry, you
Larry Kassell
know about his talent as an artist as well
as his quirky sense of humor, which
came through in many of his paintings.
He will be missed by our family here at
the gallery.”
SPECIAL TO THE APPEAL TRIBUNE
Larry Kassell with his then-unfinished painting “There’s Gold in Those Hills.” It’s part of a show
at the Silverton branch of West Coast Bank.
OBITUARIES
Allen Edwin Ludden (Al)
Dec. 5, 1930 — June 21,
2016
Al Ludden of Silverton,
beloved husband of Becky
Ludden,
passed
into
peace, free of pain and the
confusion caused by Alz-
heimer’s. His final months
of care were by the loving staff at Sweet
Bye N Bye Memory Care in Salem.
Born in Seattle, Washington, Al grew
up in Hoquiam, Washington, until joining
the Navy in 1948. He had a 22 year career
in the military, 10 years Navy as a Kore-
an War Veteran, and 12 years Air Force
into the Vietnam era. His second career
was with the California Highway Patrol
for 28 years, retiring as an Inspector of
Automotive Equipment. With his me-
chanical knowledge and ability to work
well with personnel statewide, this was a
job he loved.
Al had a lifelong interest in anything
mechanical; ships, airplanes, cars, espe-
cially the Pan AM Clippers and the life-
style of that time. In retirement, he
trained and served as a docent at the
California Automobile Museum in Sac-
ramento.
He couldn’t remember life before
swimming, his favorite form of exercise.
Whether he was swimming 90 lengths of
the pool or scuba diving, he was happy in
the water, setting a standard for many,
much younger than him, to follow.
Moving from Sacramento to Silverton
eight years ago, he felt immediately wel-
come and at home. He enjoyed all the
people, seasons, and the beauty of the lo-
cal landscape. This community, who nev-
er knew him at his best, showed him so
much respect as the disease progressed.
Thanks to all for the love and support
over these past years.
Al is survived by his wife Becky,
grateful for fifteen joy filled years to-
gether, four children, two step children,
seven grandchildren, and a loving fam-
ily by marriage. At his request, there will
be no services. Arrangements are made
by Unger Funeral Chapel.
A Celebration of Life will be held at
the family home, Thursday, June 30 from
5 to 8 p.m. In lieu of flowers, please plant
something in your own garden that
makes you feel happy. In his words, “I
think you should have one of each”.
Adelynn Paige Brush
May 4, 2016
Adelynn Paige Brush, daughter of
Emily Lehman Brush and Nathan Brush,
was born May 4, 2016. A Recognition of
Life birthday party, attended by many
loving family and friends, was held June
11, 2016.
“An angel in the Book of Life wrote
down our Baby’s birth, then whispered
as she closed the book, too beautiful for
earth.” - unknown author.
Adelynn is survived by her parents as
well as her grandparents Jeanie Bielen-
berg Lehman, Steve Lehman,Theresa
Hittner, and Patrick Jay Brush Sr.; her
aunts Victoria Lehman Veary, Vicki
Brush Helmig, Carolyne Brush, Valerie
Brush, and Melissa Brush Renzi; her un-
cle Patrick Jay Brush Jr.; and many lov-
ing cousins.
Baby girl, may you rest in peace as the
beautiful angel we knew you to be. Mom-
my and Daddy love you. Forever in our
hearts.
James “Jim” Bielenberg
Dec. 20, 1952 — June
20, 2016
James (Jim) Bielen-
berg, 63, passed away on
June 20 2016, in his home
in Scotts Mills, surround-
ed by family. He had been
gravely ill for seven months.
Jim was born Dec. 20 1952, in Silver-
ton to Anthony “Tony” and Darline Bie-
lenberg. He graduated from Silverton
High School in 1971 and studied law en-
forcement at Chemeketa Community
College. Jim drove long haul for Swift
Trucking, and proudly visited all states
but Hawaii in his rig, often with his wife
Becky in tow. He enjoyed fishing, gar-
dening, playing his guitar, and being with
family. His participation in AA was an
important part of his life for 25 years.
Jim is survived by his loving wife Re-
becca Ann “Becky,” daughter Kimberly
Lehmann of Happy Valley, son Christo-
pher Harrison of Milford, Virginia, who
is currently in military service; his three
step-children: Ken Bloedorn, Scotts
Mills; Kevin Bloedorn, Silverton; Kyle
Bloedorn, Silverton; his four grandchil-
dren: DruAnn Harrison, Olivia Leh-
mann, Jakobie and Jalen Bloedorn; his
siblings, Richard “Dick” Bielenberg,
Scotts Mills; Judith Anderson, Allendale,
New Jersey; Robert “Bob” Bielenberg,
Otis; Jeanie Lehman, Pratum; Ron Bie-
lenberg, Scotts Mills; Daniel “Dan” Bie-
lenberg, Salem, and dozens of nieces and
nephews.
Jim will be remembered among other
things for his positive outlook on life
which never wavered, and his many acts
of kindness.
Arrangements are by Unger Funeral
Chapel in Silverton.
Lawrence Richard Kassell “Larry”
July 11, 1944 — June 11,
2016
Larry was AMAZ-
ING…He was a gifted art-
ist with a heart of gold.
Blessed with a talent so
brilliant even his hand-
writing was a work of art,
he saw things with laser focus. Painting,
photography,
typography,
writing,
graphic design or music, his co-creations
with God were a blessing. He used them
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to amaze and amuse anyone fortunate
enough to share them. Larry made a
heart-print on everyone he met and his
wit and whimsy made us laugh, while the
beauty and sensitivity of his soul often
brought us to tears.
Larry is survived by his wife Julia
“Judy,” children: Tara (Greg) Dubenko,
Tami Sprauer, Tasha Kahn, Tina West,
Rick (Adria) Kassell, Micah (Maya Mori)
Kassell, sixteen grandchildren and two
great-grandchildren. Sisters: Donna
(Jerry) Janszen and Karen Eckley. For
each of us Larry will be an eternal gift
and he will be missed more than words
can say.
A memorial service in his honor was
held June 28 at 11 a.m. in Silverton at
First Christian Church. In lieu of flowers
contributions can be made to: Silverton
First Christian Church, or The Knight
Cancer Institute and specify research
for T Cell Prolymphocytic Leukemia.
Arrangements are by Unger Funeral
Chapel in Silverton.
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