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Appeal Tribune Wednesday, January 18, 2017 3A OBITUARIES Jessie Margaret Wakefield Almquist March 21, 1918 — Jan. 12, 2017 Jessie Margaret Wakefield Almquist was born in Crescent City, Cali- fornia, on March 21, 1918, to Josie Parks Wakefield and Wil- liam Wakefield. The fam- ily moved to Cottage Grove and then on to Scotts Mills, where Jessie graduated from Scotts Mills High School. She lat- er attended George Fox College. Jessie married Paul Donald Almquist on Sept. 6, 1957. Together they had two children, Janell Joy and Paul Mark. Prior to marriage, Jessie did cler- ical work at PGE and Cas- cade College and worked in restaurants. After mar- riage, she pursued a ca- reer in cooking at camps, schools and nursing homes. Some of her favor- ites included Twin Rocks Friends Camp, George Fox College and Cascade College. She finished her career at Victor Point Ele- mentary School in Silver- ton, where she was well known for her pizza and cinnamon rolls. Jessie’s faith was of primary importance in her life. In her younger years, she became a Christian at Scotts Mills Friends Church. She and Paul were actively in- volved with their kids at Piedmont, Scotts Mills and Silverton Friends Churches. She served as a church elder, a teacher and volunteer in women’s ministries. Jessie’s husband Paul passed away in 1983. She lived many years on her own, and continued driv- ing until she was 90 years of age. In her most recent years, she lived in assist- ed living and memory care, bringing joy to her fellow residents and care- givers. Jessie is survived by her daughter Janell (Dave) Meireis; son Paul (Nancy) Almquist; three grandsons, Tim (Emma) Almquist, Mark (Macken- zie) Almquist-Murray and Andrew Almquist. She was preceded in death by her husband, Paul, in addi- tion to all seven of her sib- lings: Alva, Cleo, Marie, Marion, Marvena, Ralph and Violet. A family graveside ser- vice will be held Friday, Jan. 20, at Valley View Cemetery in Silverton. A celebration of life service will be held at 2 p.m. Sat- urday, Jan. 21 at West Che- halem Friends Church, lo- cated at 16700 NE North Valley Road in Newberg. Memorial contribu- tions may be made to Twin Rocks Friends Camp. Rick Miller July 8, 1964 — Jan. 7, 2017 Rick Miller was born July 8, 1964, in Taft, Cali- fornia, to Sue and Richard Miller. On Saturday, Jan. 7, 2017, a beautiful and kind heart stopped beat- ing and hard working hands found rest when his battle with leukemia end- ed. Rick graduated from Taft High School in 1982 and spent most of his youth working in the oil industry. He was creative and passionate about learning, taking pride in sharing his experiences and skills. It was his na- ture to help and share with those around him. With Daniel, Rick dreamt of, opened, and ran for 17 years a hugely successful nightclub, “The Casa Blanca,” in Ba- kersfield, California. Rick enjoyed that success, but dreamt of the mountains. They left the fast-paced lifestyle to settle in the foothills of the Cascades above Silverton in July 2005. It was in their beau- tiful art deco, country, Bo- gart inspired home that Rick spent his last days surrounded by the snow covered trees and the rip- pling creek that he so loved. Rick is survived by his best friend and partner of 26 years, Daniel R. (Reed) Miller. He is also survived by his loving mother, Sue Clinton; brother Danny Frye; and four nephews and nieces, all from Taft, California. A celebration of life is planned for May 27 at the couple’s home in Silver- ton. At that time, his fam- ily and friends will be in- vited to share memories and stories. Donations are suggested to the Cancer and Leukemia Societies. Arrangements by Un- ger Funeral Chapel, Sil- verton. Jean Leota Phelps Jan. 6, 1925 — Jan. 11, 2017 Jean Le- ota Phelps, 92, passed away on Jan. 11, 2017, in Sil- verton. She was born in Rainier, Washing- ton, to Nils and Mable (Nissen) Jorgensen on Jan. 6, 1925. Jean was one of six children. She was living in Gladstone when she met Lloyd Phelps in 1939. They were married on March 15, 1942. She was an amazing cook that enjoyed sewing and work- ing outside in her garden. Jean was an active mem- ber of the Silverton Sev- enth-day Adventist Church and volunteered at community services. She is preceded in death by her husband, Lloyd. Jean is survived by her children: Eada Pegar, Jan Cochran, Sherri Sock- erson, Janice Lytle, Mari- lyn Bullock and Donna Phelps; brother Don Jor- gensen; 14 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; and one great-great- grandchild. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m., Jan. 22, at the Silverton Com- munity Seventh-day Ad- ventist Church. She will be laid to rest at Green Mountain Cemetery. Arrangements with Unger Funeral Chapel, Silverton. Wallace Warren Wagner Aug. 24, 1936 — Dec. 22, 2016 Wally was born in Alliance, Ohio, to Charles and Twyla Wagner. Wally gave his heart to the Lord at an early age. He was a pro- fessional computer pro- gramer and later a pas- sionate horticulturist. He was blessed to have two loves in his life. With his first wife, Twila, they had two children, Cassan- dra and Bryce, and one foster son John. After the passing of Twila, he met his second love, Marvel, with whom he spent the last 26 years of his life. Wally was a member of Salem First Church of the Nazarene, who loved his Sunday school group and his Wednesday morning men’s breakfast. His hob- bies were writing, photog- raphy and plants. Wally is survived by his wife, Marvel; son Bryce; granddaughter Zoé; grandson Shad; and foster son John Wellin. Wally was laid to rest Jan. 10 at Bethany Pioneer Cemetery. Arrangements by Un- ger Funeral Chapel. Herbert passed away in his home on Dec. 25, 2016, at the age of 87. Herbert was born in Jefferson to Gerald Hutchinson and Elise Ber- nice Blantied, along with his sister Marie. He lived in Molalla and worked in the forestry industry as a logger. Herbert is preceded in death by his son, Gerry. He is survived by daugh- ters Karen Plotts of Mill City and Barbara Mowry of Gates; significant other JoAnne Jessel of Molalla; sister Marie Callicott of Springfield; five grand- children and 11 great- grandchildren. loved him. He will be sore- ly missed. Gary is survived by his wife, Anita, and family: Anna, Jimmy and Lee; brother Dan (Louise); as well as nephews, nieces, step-children and grand- children. He was preced- ed in death by his parents; his first wife, Evangeline; sister Delores; and twin brother, George. A celebration of life will be held at 10 a.m. Fri- day, Jan. 20 at St. Ann Catholic Church in Kaneo- he, Hawaii, followed by a private internment at Ka- neohe Veteran’s Ceme- tery. Obituary Policy Gary Leroy Johnson Free obituaries run on a space-available, first- come, first-serve basis, and are subject to editing. Maximum length is 250 words. Photos may be sub- mitted, but are not guar- anteed to be published. Paid obituaries are handled by advertising and are also subject to ed- iting. Deadline for obituaries is 11 a.m. Friday for publi- cation the following Wednesday. To submit: email sa- news@salem.gan- nett.com, fax 503-399- 6706 or call 503-399-6794. Larry Rene Carver Sept. 23, 1954 — Dec. 30, 2016 Larry Rene Carver was born Sept. 23, 1954, to Lester ‘Bill’ and Dortha Carver (Minchall) in San Jose, California. He was the youngest of three chil- dren. His family moved to Silverton when he was 12 years old. Larry graduat- ed from Silverton Union High School in 1973. He married the love of his life, Marianne (Jen- sen), on April 18, 1973. To- gether they raised six children. On Dec. 30, surrounded by his loving family and friends, Larry was wel- comed into the arms of Heavenly Father. Larry was proceeded in death by his father and mother; sister Christene; and granddaughter Alys- sa. He leaves behind his wife of 43 years, Mar- ianne Carver of Silverton; children Jennifer, Larry, William (Sabrina), Chris- topher and Curtis of Sil- verton and Stephanie (Pe- tra) of Salem; grandchil- dren Raven, Asia, Tyra, Hailey, Tyler, Bailey, Jor- dan, and Elijah; sister Eth- elene (Ted) Osgood of Monmouth; and many adored sisters- and broth- ers-in-law, and nieces and nephews. Services were held Jan. 7 at the Church of Latter-day Saints in Sil- verton. Larry was laid to rest at Valley View Ceme- tery in Silverton. Herbert William Hutchinson Oct. 18, 1938 — Dec. 16, 2016 Gary Leroy Johnson, 78, passed away Dec. 16, 2016, in the Philippines. He was born on Oct. 18, 1938, in Silverton to George and Dena John- son. Gary served his coun- try as a Navy sailor for 19 years. In his retirement, Gary was actively in- volved in many organiza- tions, such as Veterans of Foreign Wars, Odd Fel- lows and American Le- gion. His kindness, gener- osity and sense of humor made a lasting impression on those who knew and Our Business Is to Help Your Business We can help you gain a fi nancial advantage with a strategy that fi ts your business. Together, we’ll explore solutions from retirement plans to insurance strategies to investment options and banking solutions. To learn more, call or visit your fi nancial advisor today. www.edwardjones.com Member SIPC Nov. 28, 1929 — Dec. 25, 2016 LOCAL ADVISORS Silverton native Eddie Willig remembered as coach, athlete CHRISTENA BROOKS SPECIAL TO THE APPEAL TRIBUNE The lifelong contribu- tions that Silverton native and coach Eddie Willig made to student athletes didn’t end with his death from diabetes complica- tions at age 62 on last month. Rather they’re continuing with donations given in his name to a Western Mennonite School fundraising cam- paign. Leading up to his me- morial service at Zion Mennonite Church in Hubbard on Dec. 27, fam- ily members directed do- nors to Western Menno- COURTESY OF THE WILLIG FAMILY Eddie Willig. nite, one of the many schools where Willig coached. The West Salem institution launched a campaign to make $55,000 in January to fund operat- ing expenses. Nearly $20,000 has been raised, with more than $1,000 coming from Willig’s friends and loved ones thus far, said Caleb Ivanitsky, marketing and community director. Wil- lig assistant-coached Western Mennonite’s girls’ basketball team, and he and his wife, La- nette, were avid sup- porters of the school and its sports programs. In Silverton, there is hardly a sports program not touched by Willig in some way. A 30-year teacher at Monitor School in Mt. Angel, he coached there and then at Silver- ton High School for 22 years and at Chemeketa Community College for a total of four years. He was known for encouraging and supporting every stu- dent who wanted to play, even if meant paying their way out of his own pocket. On his own, Willig had a storied softball career, playing amateur ball throughout the country being inducted into the Oregon Softball Hall of Fame in 1999. Western Mennonite’s giving cam- paign is online at http:// wmstogether.org. The school’s mailing address is 9045 Wallace Road NW, Salem, Ore., 97304. 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The Judy Schmidt Me- morial Skate Park, so named by the city council two years ago, is now graced with a bronze plaque and bench, memo- rializing the woman who was one of its biggest ad- vocates. A city councilor and devoted local volun- teer, Schmidt died sud- denly in 2014 of Creuzt- felt-Jacob Disease. Private donations and money from a foundation created by Schmidt’s brother-in-law, Leroy Surrounding Area 503-873-3530 New Patients & Emergencies Welcome JASON FRANZ / SPECIAL TO THE APPEAL TRIBUNE A plaque at the skate park. Schmidt, covered the cost of installing the podium and plaque, said Ken Hec- tor, who coordinated the effort. The Silver Fox Foundation donated the bench. The bad weather on Jan. 9 broke long enough for a small audience to watch the memorial’s un- veiling, following a series of short speeches at the Senior Center. 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