Wednesday,April21,2021
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OBITUARIES
PA I D N O T I C E S
Janell Helseth
as a Girl Scout leader, and read weekly to elementary school
children as a volunteer through SMART.
Her personal passion was her String Quartet, with which
Janell Dawn Helseth was born July 2, 1984,
and passed away March 2, 2020. Janell’s unex- she performed on the viola for more than 50 years.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to the Home At
pected death leaves much heartache with
Last Humane Society in The Dalles.
family.
Spencer, Libby & Powell is in care of the arrangements.
A time to celebrate Janell’s life and mourn
her passing will be held at 1 p.m. on Saturday,
April 24 at River of Life Assembly, 979 Tucker
Herman Peters
Road, Hood River, Ore. A reception will im-
Herman Albert Peters was born April 12,
Janell Helseth mediately follow.
Arrangements under the direction
1930, in Grass Valley, Ore. He died peace-
of Anderson's Tribute Center (Funerals • Receptions •
fully at his home April 17, 2021. The son of
Cremations), 1401 Belmont Ave., Hood River. Visit www.
Herman and Clara Peters, he spent his child-
AndersonsTributeCenter.com to leave a note of condolence
hood working on the farm, hunting, fishing,
for the family or to access the link to her live stream service.
playing sports, and while most folks of his
generation brag of walking miles to school
in the snow ... he drove the bus! He grad-
Robert “David” Carrigan
uated from Sherman County High School
Herman
as the Most Outstanding Senior Boy. He
Robert “David” Wayne Carrigan passed away March 30,
Peters
earned a degree in business from Willamette
2021. He was born on May 11, 1960, in Port Hueneme, Calif.,
University and served in the Army before marrying Alice Lary
the youngest of five siblings. He was raised in West Covina,
Calif., where he met his first wife, Bernadette Pantoja, mother in 1954. They settled in Hood River where he worked at the
Hood River Laundry, which led to him starting his own suc-
of his two oldest daughters. After their divorce, David met
his second wife, Maria “Carmen” Lopez, and together they
cessful carpet cleaning and installation business, the Herm
moved to Oregon, where they adopted his two youngest
Peters Rug Cleaner Co.
daughters. David loved Oregon, living first in Mosier before
Herm was very involved in the community whether it was:
moving to The Dalles. He was an avid fisherman who taught
building school playgrounds, constructing and maintain-
everyone he could how to fish. He was also quite the jokester, ing baseball/softball fields, serving on the board while also
known for his epic “dad” jokes and great one liners, like
coaching Little League and Babe Ruth teams, volunteering as
“Women want, me fish fear me.”
a member of the Local Committee and the PTA, leading Boy
David was a wonderful man, working for Wasco County
Scouts or umpiring youth softball and baseball…he may not
School District, districts 9 and 21, for 28 years and was known have always been the first to arrive, but he was usually the last
throughout the community for playing the local Santa Claus. to leave the event.
After his divorce from Carmen, he met current girlfriend
After Alice passed away in 1981, Herm reconnected with
Sylvia, with whom he spent the last 17 wonderful years. David and married his high school sweetheart Connie Wilson. They
instantly became a loving grandfather to Sylvia’s grandchil-
enjoyed trips in their RV, golfing, fishing, and spending time
with the family. In later years, he volunteered at the Hood
dren and great-grandchildren.
River Senior Center and WAAAM.
Last year, David lost his eldest daughter, Amy Carrigan, to
Herman was preceded in death by his brother, Arden
complications of COVID-19.
and is survived by his wife Connie, his children Matt (Beth),
David is survived by Heather Morey (daughter) and her
Dani Tice (Larry), Tim (Kristin), Julann D’Aboy (Bob), and
husband Christopher Morey, Patricia Carrigan, Cynthia
step-daughter Jeanne Cushman, as well as 10 grandchildren
Carrigan (daughters), and Nachelle, Viktoriya and Jayden
and six great-grandchildren.
Wayne (grandchildren).
Per Herm’s request, no service will be held. Donations
A celebration of life will be held at Sylvia’s home, 3014 W.
may be made in his name to the Hood River Senior Center.
Second St., The Dalles, on May 15 at noon.
Arrangements under the direction of Anderson's Tribute
You are loved and you are missed.
Center, Hood River, Ore. Visit www.AndersonsTributeCenter.
com to leave a note of condolence for the family.
Willis “Bill” Martin
Willis “Bill” Martin, 87, local businessman,
rancher and farmer, passed away on April 3,
2021, at the Auburn Regional Medical Center
in King County.
Bill was born in The Dalles, Ore., on Nov.
27, 1933, to Paul and Geraldine Martin. Bill
graduated from The Dalles High School in
1952. In 1957, after working at The Dalles
Soda Works, he, along with World War II
Willis "Bill"
bomber pilot Herb Gedney, moved to Grays
Martin
Harbor to form Harbor Pacific Bottling, Inc.,
a Pepsi-Cola franchise for Grays Harbor and Pacific counties.
Bill was known for his innovative nature and was a leader in
the formation of Columbia Bottlers Group, a multi-million
case production center co-op formed to service the needs of
Pepsi bottlers throughout the state. For 60 years, Bill owned
and operated Harbor Pacific Bottling, Inc. which now oper-
ates under the ownership of his two sons.
Bill married his childhood neighbor and sweetheart, Joan
Woolsey, on Sept. 17, 1957, at the First Presbyterian Church
in Aberdeen, Wash. In addition to their family, Bill and Joan’s
true passion together was animals. While enjoying animals
of all sizes, Bill particularly explored his passion for horses,
llamas, and yaks at their farm in Elma. Bill was a member of
the Grays Harbor Sheriff’s Posse, raised and raced horses at
tracks such as Longacres and Portland Meadows, imported
llamas from Bolivia and raised Tibetan yaks. Bill also actively
enjoyed farming and managing their ranch in Elma until the
last of his days with us.
Bill was also very active in and contributed back to his
community in many ways. He was the leader of the formation
and construction of Harbor Park, a five-furlong horse track
operated at the Elma Fairgrounds from 1982 until 1997. The
nearly all volunteer operation was organized by Bill each
year who was known to have been pretty convincing in his
methods to get others to volunteer their time for the event
which successfully brought many people to the Grays Harbor
community each year.
Bill is survived by his wife, Joan Martin; his two sons,
Shawn D. (Lois) Martin of Aberdeen, and Timothy (Jackie)
Martin of Aberdeen; his two daughters, Kelly Martin (Tim
Collins) of Cle Elum, Wash., and Patricia (Larry) Carter
of Elma, Wash.; along with eight grandchildren and eight
great-grandchildren.
Bill’s family ask that any memorial donations honoring him
be made to PAWS of Grays Harbor.
He was interred at the Elma Masonic Cemetery during a
private ceremony on April 12. A celebration of Bill’s life will
be held at 1 p.m. on May 22 at the family property in Elma.
Please contact Tim Martin at 360-470-3476 or email billmar-
tinservice@gmail.com for details.
Arrangements are entrusted to Twibell’s Fern Hill Funeral
Home in Aberdeen.
Lucy Rice
Blessed from the day of her birth, Aug. 31,
1925, Lucy Louise Boyden Rice enjoyed good
health, good looks, and a passionate concern
for the well-being of others until her death
April 11, 2021.
Born in Boylston, Mass., to a family of
teachers and ministers, she met and mar-
ried Dr. Robert H. Rice while both attended
Oberlin College. They moved to The Dalles,
Lucy Rice
Ore., with their three children, Pamela Rice
Berki, Geoffrey Boyden Rice and Martha Lee Rice, in 1954.
In addition to her children, Mrs. Rice is survived by six
grandchildren, Robert William Berki, Leslie Berki Mason,
Rebecca Christine Rice, Hannah Elizabeth Rice, Elizabeth
Grace Logue, and Sarah Catherine Goodnough, as well as
eight great-grandchildren. She will be missed.
Lucy was passionate about protecting wildlife and the
environment. She expressed these interests through hiking,
and bird-watching. Lucy greeted the wildflowers — especial-
ly grass widows — as they bloomed each March in the wild
places around The Dalles.
Lucy also strived to help her community: Among other
activities, she taught English as a second language, served
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Daniel Wendell Halseth, born in Estacada,
Ore., on Jan. 28, 1976, beloved son of Wendell
and Christine Halseth, died suddenly on April
9, 2021, in Las Vegas, Nev. Daniel, a gradu-
ate of Hood River Valley High School and
who earned a Bachelor of Music at Western
Oregon State University, had a talent for
music which he shared wherever there was a
Daniel Halseth set of drums or a piano nearby. Because of his
energy and his talent, Daniel became fondly
known as "Drummer Dan." Daniel also graduated from
Corbin University with a master in business.
Daniel lived in Addison, Texas, before returning to Las
Vegas.
His expertise in IT made Daniel a valuable consultant and
facilitator on projects nationwide.
Daniel enjoyed the outdoors. During his walks he would
always stop and take pictures and videos of our beautiful
world. He lived by the saying “always stop and smell the
roses.” Daniel walked the walk and always wanted the best for
everyone, even if he didn’t know the person. He always lifted
people up and had a smile, always. Daniel's sincere smile
and willing heart made every stranger a friend, and every
friend, family. Daniel also used his free time to help returning
veterans.
Daniel is survived by his mom, Christine Halseth; brothers
Ben (Mellissa), Tom (Carmen), Michael (Linda); sister Leslie;
two loving children, Dana and Jordan Halseth; nieces and
nephew Sammy, Rowan and Brody; and countless cous-
ins and relatives. He is predeceased by his father, Wendell
Halseth, and brothers Gerald Halseth and Timothy Halseth.
In lieu of flowers, the Halseth Family welcomes dona-
tions to the Daniel Halseth “Hello Friends” Legacy Fund.
Contributions will be used to support those organizations
Daniel was committed to: Music, Wellness and Veterans.
(C/O Andersons Tribute Center 1401 Belmont Ave, Hood
River, OR 97031).
A graveside service for Daniel is planned for 10 a.m. on
Saturday, April 24 at the Upper Valley Cemetery, 6917 Allen
Road, Parkdale, Ore. A gathering is taking place immedi-
ately after the graveside service at the Hood River County
Fairgrounds, 3020 Wy'east Road, Hood River.
Arrangements are under the direction of Anderson's
Tribute Center (Funerals • Receptions • Cremations),
1401 Belmont Ave., Hood River. Visit www.
AndersonsTributeCenter.com to leave a note of condolence
for the family.
DEATHS AND SERVICES
Sylvia Louise Holwegner
died March 12, 2021, at her
home in The Dalles, Ore.
Sylvia was born on June 5,
1935 and was 85 years of age
at the time of her passing. A
memorial service is planned
for 1 p.m. on Saturday, May
1 at Carson Bible Church,
1121 Wind River Highway,
Carson, Wash. Arrangements
are under the direction of
Anderson's Tribute Center,
The Dalles. Visit www.
AndersonsTributeCenter.
com to leave a note of condo-
lence for the family.
Steven Porter died April
6, 2021, at his home in White
Salmon, Wash. Steve was
born Dec. 17, 1962, and was
58 years of age at the time of
his passing. Arrangements
are under the direction of
Anderson's Tribute Center,
Hood River, Ore. Visit www.
AndersonsTributeCenter.
com to leave a note of condo-
lence for the family.
Rolene Delores
Henningsgard died April
9, 2021 at Brookside Manor
in Hood River, Ore. Rolene
was born on Oct. 11, 1928,
and was 92 years of age at
the time of her passing. A
graveside committal will be
held at 3 p.m. on Saturday,
April 24 at Idlewilde
Cemetery, 980 Tucker Road,
Hood River. Visit www.
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lence for the family.
Charles Edward Jenkins
passed away April 9, 2021,
at his home in The Dalles,
Ore. Charles was born on
Sept. 27, 1951, and was 69
years of age at the time of
his passing. Arrangements
are under the direction of
Anderson's Tribute Center,
The Dalles. Visit www.
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lence for the family.
Douglas Eugene Woolsey,
Home is
where you
age 83, a resident of The
Dalles, Ore., died April 9,
2021. A memorial service
will be held at 2 p.m. on
Saturday, May 8 at Gateway
Presbyterian Church, 1111
Dry Hollow Road, The Dalles.
Spencer, Libby & Powell
Funeral Home is in care of
arrangements.
Venita Fay Shaw, age 77, a
resident of The Dalles, Ore.,
died April 10, 2021. Services
will be held at a later date,
with details posted on the
Spencer, Libby & Powell
website once finalized.
Edmund August
DePaepe, age 79, a resident
of the Dalles, Ore., died April
11, 2021. Services will be held
at a later date. Spencer, Libby
& Powell Funeral Home is in
care of arrangements.
Richard Charles
Lotspeich, age 67, a resident
of The Dalles, Ore., died April
11, 2021. Spencer, Libby
& Powell Funeral Home is
in care of arrangements.
Services with Military Honor
will be held at a later date.
June Inez Jones, age 85, a
resident of Dufur, Ore., died
April 13, 2021. Spencer, Libby
& Powell Funeral Home is in
care of arrangements.
Brad Leon Langdale
died April 13, 2021, at his
home in Hood River, Ore.
Brad was born on Nov. 12,
1959, and was 61 years
of age at the time of his
passing. Arrangements
are under the direction of
Anderson's Tribute Center,
Hood River. Visit www.
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com to leave a note of condo-
lence for the family.
Timothy Arends, 70, died
April 15, 2021, at Providence
Hood River Memorial
Hospital in Hood River,
Ore. Timothy was born on
July 30, 1950, and was 70
years of age at the time of
his passing. Arrangements
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under the direction of
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The Dalles. Visit www.
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Gerald Gard died April 15,
2021, at Providence Portland
Medical Center in Portland,
Ore. Gerald was born on
Jan. 16, 1942, and was 79
years of age at the time of
his passing. Arrangements
are under the direction of
Anderson's Tribute Center,
Hood River. Visit www.
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lence for the family.
Sarah “Lilly” Ellsworth,
68, died April 17, 2021, at
her home in The Dalles,
Ore. Lilly was born on
Jan. 23, 1953. Services are
pending with arrangements
under the direction of
Anderson's Tribute Center,
The Dalles. Visit www.
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com to leave a note of condo-
lence for the family.
Albert J. Gosiak Sr., 89,
died on April 17, 2021, at
his home in The Dalles, Ore.
Albert was born on Nov.
29, 1931. Arrangements
are under the direction of
Anderson's Tribute Center,
The Dalles. Visit www.
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com to leave a note of condo-
lence for the family.
Anna Pauline Kennedy
died April 17, 2021, at her
home in Hood River, Ore.
Anna was born on Sept.
24, 1934, and was 86 years
of age at the time of her
passing. Arrangements
are under the direction of
Anderson's Tribute Center,
Hood River. Visit www.
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lence for the family.
Leona Osbourn, 90, died
April 17, 2021, at The Dalles
Health and Rehab Center
in The Dalles, Ore. Leona
was born on Nov. 14, 1930.
Services are pending with
arrangements under the di-
rection of Anderson's Tribute
Center, The Dalles. Visit www.
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lence for the family.
Mary Lou Campbell, age
85, a resident of The Dalles,
Ore., died at home with her
family. Private services will
be held. Spencer, Libby &
Powell Funeral Home is in
care of arrangements.
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