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A7 THE ASTORIAN • THuRSdAy, NOvEmbER 21, 2019 OBITUARIES Alan Oscar Peterson Cheryl Anne Long Sammamish, Washington Aug. 19, 1950 — Nov. 8, 2019 Astoria April 14, 1954 — Nov. 16, 2019 Alan Oscar Peterson, born Aug. 19, the juvenile department to include a shelter 1950, passed peacefully into life eternal home and detention facility. on Nov. 8, 2019. Alan was kind, patient, He was integral in the formation of the fun-loving and compassionate. Children’s Advocacy Center of He is preceded in death by his Lincoln County in Newport. Over wife of 49 years, Karen Peter- his nearly 40-year career, Alan son, parents Althea and Roland served on many local and state (“Pete”) Peterson, and older child and youth advocacy boards brother, Gary Peterson. He is and agencies and mentored many survived by his three daughters people in the juvenile justice Kristina Peterson, Arissa Peter- profession. son (and son-in-law, Nick Papa) Alan was an active member of and Kathleen Peterson (and son- the Newport Optimist Club and in-law, Brian Richmon); his five a longtime member of Atone- ment Lutheran Church in New- Alan Peterson grandchildren, Anders (15), Alan port. Alan enjoyed being an active (14), Solveig (12), Abby (9) and Annika (6 months); sisters-in-law Diane community member and volunteer deliver- Peterson, Marjie Brock (Ed) and Mari- ing food and gifts to families over the hol- lyn Stronach; and brothers-in-law Michael idays, volunteering in the optimist club Stronach (Masae) and James Stronach booth at the Newport Seafood & Wine Fes- (Keiko); and many nieces, nephews, cous- tival and recruiting new members for the ins and friends. church basketball team. Born and raised in Astoria, Oregon, Alan Possessing a strong work ethic, Alan was excelled at athletics from a young age, play- proud of his yard and garden and his amaz- ing baseball, basketball and golf. He and ing Christmas lights that for many years his family were active members of Peace rivaled Clark Griswold’s display. Through- Lutheran Church. Alan loved growing up in out his lifetime, Alan was an avid Oregon Astoria, and has many fond memories of his State University Beavers fan, attending childhood and early adulthood living there. nearly every OSU home football game from He was thrilled to attend his 50th Astoria the 1970s through 1990s with his daughters. Alan enjoyed golfing, fishing and camp- High School class reunion in 2018, where he reconnected with many classmates and ing. He was proud that he was able to share his love of the outdoors with his daughters. friends. Alan attended Oregon College of Edu- After retiring, Alan and Karen moved to cation (now Western Oregon University) the Seattle area to be closer to their daugh- in Monmouth, Oregon, from 1968 to 1972, ters and grandchildren. In 2015, after Kar- graduating with a degree in sociology and en’s devastating Alzheimer’s diagnosis, criminal justice. There, he met his wife of Alan remained a devoted husband and care- 49 years, Karen. They married on June 14, giver to his wife, and provided unwaver- ing strength and guidance to his daughters 1969. They started a family soon after. Upon graduation, Alan moved his fam- and family as they navigated Karen’s final ily to Ontario, Oregon, where he was hired years. as a juvenile detention counselor for Mal- A celebration of life will be held on Dec. heur County. In 1977, Alan and his fam- 7 at 1 p.m. at Sunset Hills Funeral Home, ily moved to Newport, Oregon, where he 1215 145th Place S.E., Bellevue, Wash., became the juvenile director for Lincoln 98007. County, a job he held until 2010. In lieu of flowers, donations may be Alan had a passion for youth and was made to the Alzheimer’s Association (alz. an advocate for juvenile justice reform, org) or the Swedish Medical Center Foun- favoring second chances and rehabilita- dation (swedishfoundation.org). A special thank you to the physicians tion over punishment. He was proud to serve the youth and community of Lincoln and staff at Swedish Issaquah and Provi- County as its juvenile director for over 35 dence Hospice of Seattle who took such years, where he oversaw the expansion of good care of Alan. Cheryl Anne Long was born April 14, dren Allison and Ashly Silva, Nick and Josh 1954, to Johnnie and Betta (Stephens) Long and Rachel and Maia Long; and step- grandson and great-granddaughter Austin Moore in Astoria, Oregon. and Aria Barter. Her parents and brother, David She is also survived by her Moore, preceded her in death. guardian daughter, Shelli Rus- Cheryl graduated from Astoria sell, grandchildren Cheryl Rus- High School in 1972. sell, Burl Russell and Leona On Oct. 15, 1971, she married (Chris) Harrod, and great-grand- her high school sweetheart, Greg- ory Long. children Hailee and Ela Russell, Cheryl was known to so many Seeley Cortez and Olivia and kids in the Astoria School District Tony Harrod; her brother, John as “mom,” and later “grandma,” (Sue) Moore; sister Sarah (Curt) Scott; sisters-in-law Diane (Bob) during her 30-plus years as kitchen Cheryl Long O’Bryant, Cindy Junes and Val- manager at several of the schools. erie (Adam) Lopez; brother-in-law She started attending Astoria First Assembly of God in 1972, and attended Ted Long; as well as aunts, uncles, cousins, with her husband until the time of her death. nieces and nephews. Cheryl passed peacefully in her home, She loved her church family, where she was a Sunday school, children’s church and mis- surrounded by her family. A memorial service will be held on Nov. sionette teacher over the years, as well as 25 at 2 p.m. at Astoria First Assembly of being involved in women’s ministries. Cheryl leaves behind her loving hus- God with a dessert reception to follow. In lieu of flowers, please make donations band of 48 years, Greg; their three chil- dren, Christy Long (Mike Barter), Joshua to Astoria First Assembly of God’s minis- (Marcie) Long and Jacob Long; grandchil- tries or missions. Wendy Mae Walters Page Warrenton Nov. 25, 1932 — Nov. 9, 2019 Wendy Mae Walters Page passed away Jewel Light; and daughter, Linda Hayman. peacefully on Nov. 9, 2019. She was born She is survived by her loving hus- on Nov. 25, 1932, in Oakwood, Texas, to band, Bill Page; brother Billy Walters and his wife, Judy; sister Betty Mae and Joe Walters. She lived in Oakwood, Texas Gizzard; brother Jimmy Wal- City and was a longtime resident ters and his wife, Sherrie; sister of Freeport, Texas. She mar- Margaret Murrell and her hus- band, Norris; son Henry Maresh ried her love, Bill Page, in 1974, and his wife, Linda; and daugh- when they moved to the Pacific ter, Brenda Maresh; stepchildren Northwest, making their home in Robin Page, Pam Nowlin and her Warrenton, Oregon. Wendy loved her family and husband, Paul, Eva-Lisa LaFer- ney and her husband, Paul; and friends fiercely, and her cooking adopted daughter Randi Page. was legendary. She often spoiled Wendy Page those around her with her South- She is also survived by grand- children Jason Hayman and his ern cooking skills. Whether it be Thanksgiving turkey and dressing, fried wife, Kathy, Lorie Brady and her husband, shrimp, eggs Benedict or shrimp omelets John, Michelle Ledbetter and her husband, (to name a few), she loved cooking, and Jason, and Melissa Carlson and her hus- band, Mike; stepgrandchildren Anthony everyone looked forward to it. Wendy lived a full life as a wonderful Terrando, Lindsay Korn, Allison Houchen wife, mother, homemaker and accountant and her husband, Zach, Elizabeth Korn, for the family shrimp business. For many Abigail LaFerney and William Lagerquist; years Wendy was an excellent seamstress, great-grandchildren Charlie and Connor and worked tirelessly sewing and assem- Hayman, Elizabeth, Sarah and Rebecca bling costumes for Little Ballet Theatre in Brady, Caden and Jace Ledbetter, Ryan Astoria, Oregon. and Brooke Turner, Samantha and Hunter She was also known for her legendary Carlson and Tucker Houchen; and numer- flower garden. She loved all flowers, par- ous nieces and nephews. ticularly roses, rhododendrons, tulips and All of whom loved her dearly, and will daisies. Wendy’s flowers were classic, col- never forget her tenacity, Southern charm, orful and fragrant, which is symbolic of grace and undying love and caring for the life she led. them. Wendy is proceeded in death by her Please sign our online guest book at parents, Mae and Joe Walters; her sister, caldwellsmortuary.com SEVENDAY FORECAST FOR ASTORIA TODAY FRIDAY SATURDAY SUNDAY MONDAY Marlene Frances Wiitala Naselle, Washington Sept. 21, 1934 — Nov. 8, 2019 Marlene Frances Wiitala passed away mas tree farm that they developed on their on Friday, Nov. 8, 2019, at Columbia property. Marlene is survived by her caring hus- Memorial Hospital. band of 63 years, Donald; daugh- Marlene was born Sept. 21, ter Marilyn (and Robert) Ittes; 1934, in Astoria, Oregon. She son Dale (and Andrea) Wiitala; was the first child of Charles and daughter Michelle (and Stu- Ellen Wirkkala. She grew up with art) Roy; grandchildren Marl- her parents, sister and brother in yssa, Monica, Blake and Brooke; Deep River, Washington. great-granddaughter Mak- Marlene graduated from enna; sister Jeane Moksness of Naselle High School in 1951, Longview; brother Ken Wirkkala and from Lower Columbia Col- lege in Longview, Washing- of Grays River, Washington; and ton, in 1953. After college she her nieces and nephews. Marlene Wiitala Marlene enjoyed cooking, worked at Cowlitz County Title sewing, gardening and making Co. in Longview. Marlene married Donald Wiitala on Christmas wreaths. She loved socializ- April 14, 1956, and they moved to Astoria, ing with family and friends. She was very Oregon. She worked at the unemployment close to, and proud of, all of her grandchil- office until they moved to Deep River. dren and great-granddaughter. She will be Marlene took the position of Deep River missed. In lieu of flowers, please support the Postmaster. Following this, she taught kindergarten for two years in Rosburg, Naselle Volunteer Fire Department and Ambulance. Washington. A celebration of life will be planned at a In 1962 they moved to Naselle, where their three children grew up. She worked future date. Until then, please raise a glass at the Naselle Post Office until she even- in her honor. tually became the financial manager for Her guestbook is available at pentti- Don Wiitala Trucking and for the Christ- laschapel.com CLATSOP POWER EQUIPMENT , INC. SALES • SERVICE • RENTALS 34912 HWY 101 BUS • ASTORIA 503-325-0792 • 1-800-220-0792 TUESDAY WEDNESDAY REGIONAL FORECAST Shown is today’s weather. Temperatures are today’s highs and tonight’s lows. Seattle 53 34 Partly sunny 51 37 52 43 Partly sunny 52 42 51 40 Mostly cloudy A touch of rain Rain possible 50 40 Cloudy, rain possible 50 40 Rain Aberdeen Olympia 52/31 51/33 Wenatchee Tacoma Moses Lake 49/27 ALMANAC UNDER THE SKY TODAY'S TIDES Astoria through Tuesday Tonight’s Sky: Low above the southern horizon is Fomalhaut of Piscis Austinus, the Southern Fish. Astoria / Port Docks Temperatures High/low ................................ 54/36 Normal high/low .................. 53/40 Record high .................. 64 in 1987 Record low .................... 24 in 1977 Precipitation Tuesday ................................... 0.22” Month to date ........................ 1.90” Normal month to date ......... 6.75” Year to date .......................... 40.65” Normal year to date ........... 52.97” Forecasts and graphics provided by AccuWeather, Inc. ©2019 Time 8:39 a.m. 8:38 p.m. 7.7 2:08 a.m. 6.9 2:56 p.m. Cape Disappointment 8:20 a.m. 8:17 p.m. Source: Jim Todd, OMSI Hammond SUN AND MOON Sunrise today .................. 7:24 a.m. Sunset tonight ............... 4:38 p.m. Moonrise today .............. 1:02 a.m. Moonset today .............. 2:32 p.m. New First Full Last 8:30 a.m. 8:26 p.m. Warrenton 8:34 a.m. 8:33 p.m. Knappa 9:16 a.m. 9:15 p.m. Depoe Bay Nov 26 Dec 3 Dec 11 Dec 18 7:35 a.m. 7:28 p.m. 0.8 2.2 7.4 1:15 a.m. 6.4 2:18 p.m. 0.6 2.3 8.0 1:37 a.m. 7.2 2:31 p.m. 0.6 2.4 8.1 1:52 a.m. 7.3 2:40 p.m. 0.9 2.3 7.9 3:09 a.m. 7.2 3:57 p.m. 0.7 1.9 7.8 12:45 a.m. 0.6 6.8 1:45 p.m. 2.6 City Atlanta Boston Chicago Dallas Denver Honolulu Houston Los Angeles Miami New York City Phoenix San Francisco Wash., DC Today Hi/Lo/W Fri. Hi/Lo/W 67/50/s 49/39/s 56/30/sh 73/51/t 31/21/sf 86/75/pc 77/66/sh 64/54/pc 78/68/c 52/46/s 64/52/sh 62/49/s 54/47/s 66/56/pc 57/33/c 39/28/pc 56/36/r 40/27/pc 86/74/pc 76/47/t 68/50/s 80/68/c 58/37/c 66/50/s 63/48/s 58/39/sh Weather (W): s-sunny, pc-partly cloudy, c-cloudy, sh-showers, t-thunderstorms, r-rain, sf-snow fl urries, sn-snow, i-ice. 41/25 Hermiston The Dalles 44/23 Enterprise Pendleton 41/21 41/24 49/24 La Grande 42/18 52/28 NATIONAL CITIES High (ft.) Time Low (ft.) 42/25 Kennewick Walla Walla 39/24 Lewiston 45/24 49/27 Salem Pullman 49/20 Longview 53/34 Portland 53/31 42/24 Yakima 47/22 49/26 Astoria Spokane 43/25 Corvallis 52/28 Albany 52/27 John Day Eugene Bend 50/28 40/20 45/26 Ontario 48/19 Caldwell Burns 46/21 45/9 Medford 54/27 Klamath Falls 48/18 City Baker City Brookings Ilwaco Newberg Newport Today Hi/Lo/W 44/14/s 55/39/s 53/36/pc 53/26/s 54/36/s Fri. Hi/Lo/W 48/16/s 56/42/s 50/40/pc 50/28/pc 54/38/s City North Bend Roseburg Seaside Springfi eld Vancouver Today Hi/Lo/W 57/35/s 48/31/s 55/33/pc 51/28/s 52/28/s Fri. Hi/Lo/W 56/36/s 53/33/s 52/37/pc 52/30/s 49/31/pc
