Image provided by: University of Oregon Libraries; Eugene, OR
About The Hood River news. (Hood River, Or.) 1909-current | View Entire Issue (Jan. 28, 2015)
A6 Hood River News, Wednesday, January 28, 2015 O bituaries Paid notices Wilma Spengler John Stancati Wilma Rachel Spengler, 78, passed away Dec. 30, 2014, at the West Linn, Ore., home of her youngest son, surround- ed by family. Wilma is survived by her sons, Christopher Spengler, of Hood River, Ore., and Timothy Spengler and Wilma his wife, Spengler Stacey, of West Linn, Ore.; sister Rita Sandbloom, of Fountain Valley, Calif.; brother James Alexanian, of Huntington Beach, Calif.; three grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. She also leaves behind many friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, Steven, and her sister, Linda Krajian. Wilma Alexanian was born Oct. 16, 1936, in Boston, Mass., to parents Arshagouhi (Alice) and Ludwig Alexanian. She was raised in Pasadena, Calif., and educated at the Universi- ty of California, Los Angeles, and the University of Alaska, Fairbanks, receiving a bache- lor’s degree and a Master of Education degree, respective- ly. While initially starting her teaching career in Southern California, Wilma’s adventur- ous spirit quickly took her to the Alaskan Interior, where she worked as an elementary school teacher on the military bases of Eielson Air Force Base and Fort Wainwright. It was at Fort Wainwright where she met Steven, a fellow edu- cator, and in 1963, they mar- ried. Together they worked in education and raised their family in Fairbanks. Wilma enjoyed exploring and living in Alaska, and dur- ing her summers off she would travel and visit family, spend time at the cabin she and Steven built along the Chena River, or just go camp- ing and enjoy the beauty of the world around her. In the mid-1980s Wilma and Steven retired from education and moved to a rural farm in Hood River, Ore. Wilma worked for several years as a real estate broker and developed many close relationships with asso- ciates and other members of the Hood River community. She continued to spend time with her family and friends, and travel throughout her re- tirement. Wilma had a strong fond- ness for the outdoors. She loved the sunny beaches of California and Hawaii, the rugged coast of Oregon, and trekking around the moun- tains of Europe, Alaska, the Sierras, and the Cascades. She loved to hike and ski, both cross country and downhill; and had fond mem- ories of her time working in Yosemite National Park dur- ing her college summers. She was always curious, and she could spend hours pok- ing around an ocean tide pool, and then days investi- gating what she saw. She was an eager and willing travel companion for any friend or family member heading out on a trip. Wilma’s company was always loved. A memorial service will be held at Anderson’s Tribute Center, 1401 Belmont Ave., Hood River, on Saturday, Feb. 21, at 11 a.m. Please join Wilma’s family at a reception following the service. The family asks that re- membrances be sent to any of the charities that honor Wilma’s memory and repre- sent her interests, including the Heart of Hospice in Hood River, Oregon. Arrangements are under the direction of Anderson’s Tribute Center (Funerals, Receptions, Cremations), 1401 Belmont Ave., Hood River, OR 97031; 541-386-1000. Please visit andersonstrib- utecenter.com to sign the family guest book. Jo h n M i c h a e l “ P a c o ” Stancati, 57, passed away Jan. 22, 2015, at Providence Hood River Memorial Hos- pital in Hood River, Ore. He was born June 9, 1957, in Bay Shore, N.Y. John always enjoyed the outdoors and being adven- turous. He started skiing as a young boy in Long Island, N. Y. , and then went on to live sever- al years in Colorado. In Colorado, he gained his skill as a me- chanic and continued to ski, and started to rock climb and wind- s u r f. He eventually made his John Stancati way to Baja, M e x i c o, t o h ave f u n a n d w i n d s u r f every day. After his years in Mexico, he found the place that he loved, Hood River, Ore. Here he finally settled down and bought a home and estab- lished an auto repair busi- ness and became part of a wonderful community of people. John was fortunate to be able to live the life he wanted to live, surrounded by people that he wanted to be around. Jo h n g r a d u a t e d f r o m West Babylon Senior High School. He was a mechanic by trade and owned and op- erated “1556 Auto Repair” in Hood River. John is survived by his father, Emanuele Stancati, of New York; two brothers, Pe t e r S t a n c at i , o f N ew York, and Paul Stancati, of Florida; sister Julie Vendit- to, of New Jersey; nieces Je s s i c a a n d M i c h e l l e ; nephews Nicholas and Peter; and a host of friends that he has collected over the years. He was preceded in death by his mother, Mary. A celebration of John’s life is planned for Wednes- day, Jan. 28, at 6 p.m. at An- derson’s Tribute Center, with Father Ronald Maag officiating. Arrangements are under the direction of Anderson’s Tribute Center (Funerals, Receptions, Cremations), 1401 Belmont Ave., Hood River, OR 97031; 541-386- 1000. Please visit anderson- stributecenter.com to sign the family guest book. Despite lost jobs due to low snow, HRC has lowest unemployment The Oregon Employment Department released its un- employment numbers for the month of December this week and though it lost well over a 100 jobs compared to last year, Hood River Coun- ty still has the lowest unem- ployment rate in the state. According to a news re- lease from OED, the Colum- bia Gorge region lost 180 jobs compared to Dec. 2013, a drop of 0.8 percent. Hood River County lost the most jobs, falling by 180 or 1.6 per- cent. Dallas Fridley, Gorge regional economist with OED, stated that Wasco and Wheeler counties remained flat while Gilliam County lost 15 jobs and Sherman County gained 15. The region’s unadjusted unemployment rate, at 6 percent, remained below Oregon’s 6.3 percent, while on a seasonally adjusted basis, Hood River County’s 5.4 percent ranked as the state’s lowest (tied with Benton County), 1.3 points below Oregon’s 6.7 percent. Hood River County’s un- employment rate ranked as Oregon’s lowest in December (tied with Benton County), its seventh consecutive month leading the state. Over the year Hood River County’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate fell by 0.3 points from 5.7 percent. The winter recreational season needs more snow and because of the lack of an adequate supply of the white stuff, arts, entertain- ment and recreation cut 220 jobs to total 500. Last year, the industry had 360 more j o b s i n D e c e m b e r, b u t there’s still hope that Feb- ruary will tur n things around, OED said. Retail trade rose by 70 jobs in December to total 1,520 — an increase of 30 ove r l a s t ye a r ’s t o t a l . Wholesale trade lost 50 jobs in December, accommoda- tion and food services cut 30 jobs, falling to 1,380, and mining, logging and con- struction shed 30 jobs, drop- ping to 330. Wasco County’s seasonal- ly adjusted unemployment rate fell to 6.3 percent in De- cember, which was low enough to rank ninth in Ore gon (tied with Polk County). Wasco County’s seasonally adjusted unem- ployment rate fell by 0.6 percent over the year. Wasco County’s nonfarm employment fell by 120 jobs in December to total 9,570. A loss of 30 jobs in leisure and hospitality cut its total to 1,010, construction shed 20, and professional and busi- ness services dropped by 20. December job gains were led by transportation, ware- housing and utilities (+30) and educational and health services (+10). Private industry rose by 30 jobs over the year, while gov- ernment cut 30. Educational and health services led Wasco County with an over- the-year gain of 60 jobs in- creasing its total to 2,170. Re- tail trade took the biggest bite, cutting 60 jobs over the year, and financial activities lost 30. Government landed in the minus column, cutting 30 jobs, with a drop of 20 in local education and a loss of 10 in federal government. Community Health Worker training offered Nuestra Comunidad Sana, a program of The Next Door, brings Commu- nity Health Worker (CHW) Training to the Gorge. Par- ticipants who complete the rigorous 90 hour course re- quirements are eligible for certification as CHWs in Oregon. T his training usually costs $2,000 but is being of- fered free for this session. Sessions are scheduled for Fridays and Saturdays in February and March, start- ing on Feb. 20. Locations will alternate between The Dalles and Hood River. The “We Are Health” cur- riculum was created over the course of more than 25 years of work with Commu- nity Health Workers. To apply, fill out the CHW Training Application at www.nextdoorinc.org/chw and return to Elizur Bello by Feb. 6. Applicants will be notified by Feb. 13 if they are invited to participate in the training. This training is offered in collaboration with Colum- bia Gorge Community Col- lege and the Community Capacitation Center of the Multnomah County Health Department. PET OF THE WEEK Larry is a playful, happy pup This week volunteers at Adopt A Dog have selected Lar ry as the pro g ram’s adoptable pet of the week: Larry is about a year old a n d a s p l ay f u l a s t h e y come! Any toy, any dog, any piece of fuzz on the floor has potential for this guy! And good thing he has those long legs to help him run faster! He keeps up with the big dogs, no prob- lem. Larry is a lover-boy, too! He’s a cuddler and a snuggler, a player and a pouncer. Larry just loves life and has a blast no mat- ter what. Larry thinks leashed walks are awesome, too! I mean it! Nothing gets this boy down, unless the toys are put away — then he’s kinda sad — but not for long because he just looks around the corner and is sure to find something else Death Notices Michele Alberry Jim Walker Michele Lynn Alberry, 46, a resident of The Dalles, Ore., died at home Jan. 25, 2015. Arrangements are under the direction of Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home, 1100 Kelly Ave., The Dalles; 541-296-3234. Ja m e s T h o m a s “ J i m ” Walker, 65, passed away Jan. 16, 2015, in Portland, Ore. He was born Nov. 26, 1949, i n T h e D a l l e s, O re. , t o James and Willie (nee Coop- er) Walker. Service Announcements to do. And at the end of it all, he’s the perfect lap dog full of kisses and snuggles! Larry is current on shots, microchipped and will be neutered this week. The adoption fee for Larry is $200. The fee to adopt is charged to recoup standard veterinary expenses. Since many of our dogs are in fos- ter, please call ahead to meet Larry in Odell at the Hukari Animal Shelter, 3910 Heron Dr., or call for more information at 541-354-1083. Adoption hours are Wed., 5- 7 p.m. and Sat., 9-11 a.m. You can fill out an application o n l i n e a t o u r we b s i t e, hoodriveradoptadog.org, or download and scan and email to us at adopta- dog@gorge.net, or fax it in Mortgage Advice 5¢ Larry to 1-877-833-7166. We offer 24PetWatch microchips, which include free registra- tion into the 24PetWatch pet recovery service. For more infor mation visit www.24petwatch.com or call 1-866-597-2424. Need N eed some Mortgage Advice? ce? Call Jef Jeff eff f ff Home Purchases • Refinances Re finances • Equity Equitt y Lines Line ines Jeff Sacre Sr. Mortgage Mort gage Sp Specialist e cialist Anita Nevin Anita June Nevin, 91, en- tered her eternal home on Jan. 24, 2015, surrounded by her loving family at her home in Hood River, Ore. Anita was born on Nov. 14, 1923, in Los Angeles, Calif., to John and Winifred (Good- enberg) Hulderman. Graveside services are planned for Tuesday, Jan. 27, at 2 p.m. at Idlewilde Cemetery, 980 Tucker Road, Hood River, Ore. The family suggests dona- tions in Anita’s name be made to the Hood River Val- ley Adult Center. Arrangements are under the direction of Anderson’s Tribute Center (Funerals, Receptions, Cremations), 1401 Belmont Ave., Hood River, OR 97031; 541-386-1000. Please visit andersonstrib- utecenter.com to leave a note of condolence for family. John Marker John Forrest Marker, 77, passed away surrounded by friends and family Jan. 15, 2015, at his home in Mount Hood, Ore. John was born Feb. 26, 1937, to Roy A. and Twila A. (Reynolds) Marker in Marienville, Pa. A celebration of John’s life is planned from 2-5 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 31, at the Parkdale Fire Department, 4895 Baseline Drive, Mt. Hood, OR 97041. Memorial contributions can be made in John’s name to the Hood River County Li- brary Foundation (P.O. Box 1582, Hood River, OR 97031) or the FISH Food Bank Building Fund (1767 12th St., #147, Hood River, OR 97031). Arrangements are under the direction of Anderson’s Tribute Center (Funerals • Receptions • Cremations), 1401 Belmont Ave., Hood River, OR 97031; 541-386-1000. Please visit andersonstrib- utecenter.com to leave a note of condolence for family. Fredrick Hogg Fredrick Neil Hogg, 72, passed away on Jan. 8, 2015. He was born Oct. 18, 1942, in 6$9( 29(5 W K 6W , 1 (1(5*< &2676 Top Dog Grooming is BACK! Long Beach, Calif., to Fred- erick and Margaret Hogg. A celebration of life ser- vice with reception following will be held at 11 a.m. Satur- day, Jan. 31, at Anderson’s Tribute Center, 1401 Belmont Ave., Hood River, OR 97031. A graveside memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Satur- day, Feb. 7, at Colfax Ceme- tery, 804 State Route 272, Col- fax, WA 99111. The family suggests do- nations be made to the Hogg Family Endowed Football Scholarship at Washington State University (Washing- ton State University Foun- dation, P.O. Box 641925, Pullman, WA 99164-1925). Arrangements are under the direction of Anderson’s Tribute Center (Funerals • Receptions • Cremations), 1401 Belmont Ave., Hood River, OR 97031; 541-386- 1000. Please visit anderson- stributecenter.com to leave a note of condolence for family. +R R G 5L Y H U 3U H PL X P 4X D O L W \ (D J O H / R R S / (' / L J K W %X O E V 2G H O O ZL W K U H ZD U G V F D U G $10 OFF (New Customers Only) Call for Appointments 541-436-4253 1408 13th St. (Use Alley Entrance) www.ThePetbiz.com 2I I H U (Q G V NMLS-140302, MLO-140302 Office (541 5 41 ) 436.2662 806.1556 Cell DŽƌƚŐĂŐĞ ĚǀŝĐĞ ĚŽĞƐ ŶŽƚ ĐŽƐƚ ϱ ĐĞŶƚƐ ĂŶĚ ƚŚŝƐ ŝŵĂŐĞ ŝƐ ƵƐĞĚ ĨŽƌ ĂĚǀĞƌƟƐĞŵĞŶƚ Ěǀ ĞƌƟƐ ĞŵĞŶ ƚ ƉƵƌƉŽƐĞƐ ŽŶůLJ͘DŽƌƚŐĂŐĞ ŽŶůLJ ͘DŽƌƚŐ ĂŐ Ğ ĂĚǀŝĐĞ ŝƐ ĨƌĞĞ Ĩƌ ĞĞ ƚŽ ƚ Ž Ăůů ŝŶƚĞƌĞƐƚĞĚ ŝŶ ƚ Ğƌ ĞƐ ƚ ĞĚ ďŽƌƌŽǁĞƌƐ͘ ďŽƌƌ Ž ǁ Ğƌ Ɛ͘ dŚŝƐ dŚ ŝƐ ŝƐ ŶŽƚ Ă ĐŽŵŵŝƩŵĞŶƚ ƚŽ ůĞŶĚ͘ /ŶĨŽƌŵĂƟŽŶ ĚĞĞŵĞĚ ƌĞůŝĂďůĞ ďƵƚ ƐƵďũĞĐƚ ĐŚĂŶŐĞ Ğ ǁŝƚŚŽƵƚ ŶŽƟĐĞ͘ Ăůů Ĩ ĨŽƌ ĚĞƚĂŝůƐ͘ŽŶƐƵŵĞƌ ED>^ͲϯϮϰϬ͕ ĞĐƚ ƚ ƚŽ Ž ĐŚĂŶŐ Žƌ ĚĞ ƚ ĂŝůƐ͘ ŽŶƐƵŵĞƌ >ŽĂŶ >ŝĐĞŶƐĞ ED>^ ͲϯϮϰϬ͕ >ͲϯϮϰϬ In your time of need... 541-386-1000 one call to one place. Anderson’s TRIBUTE CENTER Funerals • Receptions • Cremations 1401 Belmont Ave. • Hood River W W W . A N D E R S O N S T R I B U T E C E N T E R . C OM WE HONOR PLANS & PRICES FROM OTHER CREMATION SOCIETIES. Serving the Hood River Valley Since1921
