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THE ASTORIAN • THuRSdAy, ApRIl 28, 2022
OBITUARIES
Marie J. Bellingham
Noah M. Brien
Birkenfeld
Aug. 26, 1923 — April 16, 2022
Seaside
Oct. 6, 1998 — April 21, 2022
Marie J. Bellingham, 98, a lifelong native California, for 13 years. Marie and Art also
of Birkenfeld, died April 16, 2022, at the enjoyed cruising, including a Panama Canal
Walker House Adult Foster Care Home in cruise in 1999.
Longview, Washington.
She was preceded in death by
A celebration of life service
her parents, Leonard and Elsa
will be held on May 14 at noon
Richardson; and her brother,
at the Birkenfeld Community
George L. Richardson.
Church, 11249 state Highway
Survivors include her two sons,
202 in Birkenfeld, with Dan Cano
Douglas Bellingham, of Birken-
feld, and James Bellingham, and
officiating.
Marie Julia Bellingham was
his wife, Cherie, of Birkenfeld,
born Aug. 26, 1923, in Birken-
and her daughter-in-law, Diana
feld, the daughter of the late Leon-
Dair Meyer, of Freeport, Florida.
ard Richardson and Elsa (Birken-
Also surviving are her three
feld) Richardson. She was raised Marie Bellingham grandchildren and their spouses,
and received her education in the
Derek and Deanna Belling-
Birkenfeld community, and was a graduate ham, of Kirkland, Washington, Dia Layo,
of Roseville, California, and Christine and
of Winema High School, Class of 1940.
She was united in marriage to Arthur Guy Todd Wilkinson, of Horton; and her seven
“Art” Bellingham on March 5, 1941, in Van- great-grandchildren and their spouses, Dylan
couver, Washington. Following their mar- Bellingham, of Kirkland, Dr. Khloe and
riage, they resided in the communities of Brandon Kaufmann, of Reno, Nevada, Mad-
isyn Layo, of San Francisco, Cooper Layo,
Hood River, Albany and Scio.
When Arthur returned from World War II, of Roseville, California, Rebecca Wilkin-
they returned to the Birkenfeld community son, of Portland, Ciara and Zack Clark, of
in 1947, where she has resided since.
Horton, and Hayden and Ashley Wilkinson,
Marie was preceded in death by her hus- of Horton.
band, Art, on Dec. 15, 2015, after cele-
She is also survived by her six
brating over 74 years of marriage together. great-great-grandchildren, Eljin Song, Eliz-
They co-owned and operated the Birkenfeld abeth and Jackson Clark, Aria and Oliver
Country Store and Post Office from 1947 to Wilkinson and Paisley Kaufman; nephews,
1964. Marie later served as a mail carrier Joe Richardson, Monte Bellingham, Marty
for the U.S. Postal Service in Vernonia from Bellingham, Kyle Trenholm, Loren Tren-
holm, Greg Bellingham, Brad Bellingham,
1966 to 1985, when she retired.
Marie and Arthur were active members of Jeff Bellingham and Ross Bellingham; and
the Birkenfeld Community Church, as well nieces, April Viet, Sandy Taylor, Sherel Sto-
as members of Flying Farmers, traveling to sik and Teri Holm.
Fuiten, Rose & Hoyt Funeral Home and
Australia and New Zealand.
Among her special interests, she enjoyed Crematory in Vernonia is entrusted with the
gardening, fishing, clamming, league bowl- arrangements. To sign the online guest book,
ing in Vernonia and traveling. They win- or to send a condolence to the family, go to
tered in Yuma, Arizona, and Palm Springs, fuitenrosehoyt.com
Noah M. Brien passed away at the age on the farm were his favorite hobbies, and
of 23 on April 21, 2022, while working in he was blessed with many friends and fam-
Idaho and chasing his dreams of becoming ily who are left with wonderful memories of
those adventures with him.
a lineman.
He leaves behind two loving
Noah grew up in Clatsop
parents, Jessica (Reed) and Mark
County and graduated from Sea-
side High School in 2017, where
Brien, who love him more than
he earned many awards, including
words can express. He also leaves
behind younger siblings he abso-
most valuable player for football
lutely adored, and was extremely
and Homecoming king.
proud of, U.S. Army Pvt. First
He went on to attend Ashe-
Class Jonah Brien, who is sta-
ville-Buncombe Technical Com-
tioned at Fort Wainwright, Alaska,
munity College in Asheville,
Hannah Brien, Stephen Brien Jr.
North Carolina. Noah attended
Noah Brien
and Zachariah Brien; as well as
Northwest Line Joint Apprentice-
ship Training Committee/Voca-
two loving step-parents, Stephen
tional Outside Line Training Academy and and Brandy; a cousin he loved more like a
graduated second top in his class in Decem- sister, Brittany Brien; countless other cousins
ber 2021. He worked at Dutch Bros., Brew and uncles; two grandfathers he adored, Billy
22, Carpet Corner and Cottage Keeper before Reed and Jim Brien; and two grandmothers,
entering the line trade.
Madeleine Reed and Nadine Brien. Noah
Noah had an unmatched work ethic and was blessed with the friendship of Hunter
skill set. He made lifelong friends every- Thompson. They had a relationship that was
where he worked and always had encourag- unmatched in fun, conversation, adventures
ing words and the biggest smile for the peo- and genuine brotherly love.
ple he served.
A public service will be held for Noah on
He and his brother went on a mission trip Thursday at 5:30 p.m. at the Clatsop County
to Kenya, Africa, and he touched many lives Fairgrounds. Dress in your jeans and cowboy
there and made many lifelong relationships, boots in honor of Noah.
In lieu of flowers, contributions can be
including a sponsor child with the same
made to Noah’s account at the Seaside branch
birthday as his, Olivia.
Noah loved Jesus, and he knew where of Columbia Bank or to the GoFundMe
he was going when this day came. He was account in his name to provide trade school
rooted in a solid foundation of love for Christ and Vocational Outside Line Training Acad-
emy scholarships.
and all of mankind.
Please sign our online guest book at
He loved adventure and was an avid
sportsman. Hunting, fishing and working hughesransom.com
Elizabeth Jean Reynolds
Seaside
Oct. 21, 1951 — March 31, 2022
Elizabeth Jean Reynolds (née
students the joy of reading.
Erickson) passed away on March
She also enjoyed growing
31, 2022, of anaplastic thyroid
roses and traveling throughout
cancer.
the U.S.
Liz spent nearly her entire
During high school, Liz met
life on the North Coast. She was
her future husband, Mark Reyn-
olds. They were married in 1972,
born in Seaside to Don and Leona
and Mark was still by her side
Erickson, grew up in Cannon
when she passed away.
Beach, and graduated from Sea-
side High School, Class of 1969.
Together, they raised two sons,
After completing college at Elizabeth Reynolds Kirk (Kelly) and Kevin (Lind-
Oregon State University with the
say), and doted on four grandchil-
Class of 1973, she taught primarily first dren, Jack (17), Molly (14), Cannon (2) and
grade for 30 years at Seaside Heights Ele- Thorin (2 weeks). She is also survived by
mentary School.
her siblings, Allan Erickson, Janet Bates
Liz was an avid reader and brought her and Deanna Mancill.
passion for reading to her profession. Upon
A graveside service was held on April 6
her retirement, she had taught nearly 1,000 at Ocean View Cemetery in Warrenton.
Donna Kathleen Wright
Portland
June 15, 1949 — April 21, 2022
Donna Kathleen Wright passed from
this world on April 21, 2022.
Born in Wichita, Kansas, on June 15,
1949, Donna attended Wichita State Uni-
versity, and was awarded a teaching
credential.
She taught language arts in Kansas City
for several years and then moved to the
Pacific Northwest in 1985, after accepting
a position at Knappa, and then later Clats-
kanie High School.
She was known for her love of litera-
ture and support for the school community.
Donna was also active in theater produc-
tions at the Astoria Street Opry Company,
several literature circles, and often led
senior citizen book discussion groups.
Friends and family remember her enthu-
siasm for bird watching and camping in
natural areas. Never one to complain about
rising early for the best viewing, Donna
urged us on in the cold predawn hours, and
had the ability to slow down, and make
patient and joyful observations.
She traveled to many wildlife areas,
but her favorite was Yellowstone National
Park, where she often took summer classes
at the Yellowstone Institute.
Donna is survived by her sister, Eliza-
beth Wright; and niece, Angela Gygi.
Elizabeth recounts a telling incident
from Donna’s childhood. While riding
with her dad, Earle, at age 4 in his pro-
pane delivery truck, he noticed that Don-
na’s shoes were too small. He untied them,
and then threw them out the window.
Driving to the next town, he bought her
a new pair. While resuming his deliveries,
Donna untied her new shoes and gleefully
threw them out the window.
While recent years were a struggle, we
remember her gift for joyous abandon and
contagious enthusiasm. We thank her for
the joy she brought to our lives.
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GOLF
Elite teams take part in Seaside invite
By GARY HENLEY
The Astorian
Some of the best in Oregon high school
boys golf was on display Monday at the Asto-
ria Golf & Country Club, where Seaside
was the host team in the nine-school Seaside
Invitational.
Individually, one of the top golfers at the
6A level was medalist, as Clackamas senior
Alex Lasko fired a three-under par 69 in the
not-so-ideal conditions, with rain showers
over much of the front nine.
McNary’s Colby Sullivan carded a one-un-
der par 71, with two Valley Catholic golfers
at 73.
McNary, a 6A school, took the team title
with a 305, ahead of Valley Catholic (324),
Clackamas (328), Oregon Episcopal (352),
Madras (377), Seaside’s blue team (389),
North Marion (396), Astoria (417), Seaside
red (451) and Estacada (473).
Seaside senior Carson Kawasoe — who
Hear what loyal and new patients alike are saying...
was medalist in all five of his first events this
spring — was sixth individually, with an 80.
“Carson’s perfect season ended today, but
if the streak was to be broken, it was better to
happen today than next week,” Seaside coach
Jim Poetsch said, as districts approach. “Our
other Carson, Bates, broke into the 90s today,
and he should keep getting lower as his career
progresses.”
Besides Bates, “it was a pretty rough day
out there for our blue team, which has been
our varsity most of the season,” said Poetsch,
who had two squads competing. “Again, bet-
ter to happen now when only our egos are on
the line.”
Also scoring for the Gulls was Ever Sibony
and Carter Perrigo, each with a 105; and Riley
Wunderlich (111).
Judd Field led Astoria with a 94, followed
by Dietrich Allen (103), Tayden Cole (108)
and Jack Phillips (112).
Astoria was missing its top golfer, Ian
McHone, along with Jase Junes.
SEVENDAY FORECAST FOR ASTORIA
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FRIDAY
SATURDAY
SUNDAY
MONDAY
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TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
JEFFERY M. LEINASSAR
DMD, FAGD
REGIONAL FORECAST
Shown is today’s weather. Temperatures are today’s highs and tonight’s lows.
Seattle
52 43
56 46
55 41
A p.m. shower A shower in the
or two
a.m.
56 43
54 42
56 43
A couple of Cloudy, showers A couple of Cloudy, showers
showers
around
showers
around
56 42
Showers
Aberdeen
Olympia
53/41
55/42
Wenatchee
Tacoma
Moses
Lake
55/38
ALMANAC
UNDER THE SKY
TODAY'S TIDES
Astoria through Tuesday
Tonight’s Sky: Cassiopeia is
low above the northern horizon
before midnight.
Astoria / Port Docks
Temperatures
High/low ................................ 54/42
Normal high/low .................. 57/43
Record high .................. 83 in 1987
Record low .................... 30 in 1943
Precipitation
Tuesday ................................... 0.30”
Month to date ........................ 5.83”
Normal month to date ......... 5.19”
Year to date .......................... 31.39”
Normal year to date ........... 30.86”
Forecasts and graphics provided by
AccuWeather, Inc. ©2022
Time
12:19 a.m. 8.2 6:43 a.m.
12:37 p.m. 7.3 6:48 p.m.
Cape Disappointment
12:21 p.m. 7.1 6:03 a.m.
none
6:04 p.m.
Source: Jim Todd, OMSI
Hammond
SUN AND MOON
Sunrise today .................. 6:07 a.m.
Sunset tonight ............... 8:20 p.m.
Moonrise today .............. 5:32 a.m.
Moonset today .............. 6:15 p.m.
New
First
Full
Last
12:09 a.m. 8.4 6:20 a.m.
12:30 p.m. 7.6 6:21 p.m.
Warrenton
12:14 a.m. 8.6 6:27 a.m.
12:32 p.m. 7.7 6:32 p.m.
Knappa
12:56 a.m. 8.4 7:44 a.m.
1:14 p.m. 7.5 7:49 p.m.
Depoe Bay
Apr 30 May 8 May 15 May 22
11:35 a.m. 7.0 5:32 a.m.
11:45 p.m. 8.3 5:30 p.m.
0.5
0.7
0.7
1.1
0.5
0.9
0.6
0.8
0.4
0.6
0.6
0.9
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
77/58/s
52/39/pc
48/44/c
82/68/c
77/43/pc
84/73/pc
82/69/pc
68/50/pc
85/72/t
54/39/s
91/63/s
62/50/s
61/41/s
79/61/pc
53/41/pc
58/47/c
84/68/pc
63/37/pc
84/71/pc
85/72/pc
72/54/s
80/72/t
59/44/s
88/66/s
66/52/pc
63/42/s
Weather (W): s-sunny, pc-partly cloudy,
c-cloudy, sh-showers, t-thunderstorms,
r-rain, sf-snow fl urries, sn-snow, i-ice.
59/42
Hermiston
The Dalles 61/43
Enterprise
Pendleton 45/31
56/39
61/43
La Grande
48/37
54/45
NATIONAL CITIES
High (ft.) Time Low (ft.)
53/36
Kennewick Walla Walla
55/41 Lewiston
64/43
56/44
Salem
Pullman
60/34
Longview
52/43 Portland
54/46
55/36
Yakima 62/37
55/38
Astoria
Spokane
58/40
Corvallis
52/41
Albany
54/41
John Day
Eugene
Bend
53/43
51/29
47/34
Ontario
56/39
Caldwell
Burns
48/26
58/37
Medford
55/40
Klamath Falls
48/24
City
Baker City
Brookings
Ilwaco
Newberg
Newport
Today
Hi/Lo/W
46/32/sh
52/44/sh
51/45/c
53/42/sh
50/43/sh
Fri.
Hi/Lo/W
54/33/pc
53/48/pc
54/48/c
59/49/c
53/46/c
City
North Bend
Roseburg
Seaside
Springfi eld
Vancouver
Today
Hi/Lo/W
54/44/sh
55/41/sh
51/44/pc
53/43/sh
54/45/sh
Fri.
Hi/Lo/W
56/48/c
64/48/c
57/46/c
62/48/sh
62/50/c