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2A | SATURDAY, AUGUST 21, 2021 | SIUSLAW NEWS BORDNER—Wanda Bordner, born May 8, 1926, passed away Aug. 1, 2021. She was a former member of the art association. BROWNE—Susan L. Browne, née Richardson, passed away on Dec. 26, 2020, at the age of 78. She was born in Port- land, Ore., to I.E. “Er- nie” and Frances R. Susan L. Browne (Schnei- der) Richardson. The family moved to Florence, Ore., in 1943, where she lived for more than 47 years. Susan attended Siuslaw High School and was crowned Queen Rhododendra at the annual Rho- dodendron Festival in 1959. She graduated with highest honors and attended the University of Oregon, where she was a member of the Theta Delta Chapter of the Delta Delta Delta Sorority. As a young wife and moth- er, Susan was active in civic life and sports in Florence. She was a member of the Florence Ladies of Elks, serving as president in 1969, and a member of Soroptimist In- ternational of Florence and Ep- silon Sigma Alpha International. She was a volunteer chaperone for the Junior Rhododendron Court in 1968 and volunteered with Big Brothers Big Sisters of America. She was also an amateur com- petitive bowler and golfer. Susan had a lifelong interest in real estate and passion for homes, renovation and interior deco- rating. After raising her family, Susan studied for her real estate license at the Real Estate School of Oregon and received it in 1980. She received her broker license in 1983. On The Record OBITUARIES and 41 days old. Larry was born on June 18, 1942, in Missouri. And now it is time to write these final words that let the people who loved him in this communi- ty he chose know of his pass- ing. That is what an obituar y is meant Larry DeBord to do, it is meant to announce the occasion of this sad event in our lives. Lar- ry DeBord was a gift to all of us who knew him for each of those 79 years and 41 days of his life. In the introduction to his book, “Face,” Larry’s life before Florence is described: “DeBord’s fascina- tion with imagery began as a child as he crawled through the woods photographing insects and birds. These pursuits led him to gradu- ate studies in biology, using pho- tography as a data-collecting tool. Changing lenses, Larry jumped the academic track and wandered through different woods — he be- came a carpenter and then a de- signer of houses. “His interests in the external habitats of people evolved to an interest in their inner habitats — with ultrasound he imaged living hearts to evaluate coronary artery disease. After a decade in dark exam rooms, he stepped outside into the sunlight, picked up the camera and returned to being a photographer, this time for the Environmental Protection Agen- cy. The crawling was now through the brambles of government bu- reaucracy. In 2007, he dusted off his knees and brought his focus to Florence, Ore.” Larry was a drywaller, a farmer, DeBORD—Larry Wayne a father, a good ole hippy, a pho- DeBord passed away on July 27, tographer, a mushroom hunter, a 2021, at 12:15. He was 79 years biologist, an explorer, a gardener, She was a highly regarded real estate professional for 34 years and worked in Florence and Can- by, Ore. She was a member of the Central Oregon Coast Board of Realtors, serving as president in 1991, and was a member of the National Association of Realtors. One of the many notable sales during her years in Florence was the sale of the Florence Golf Club in 1989, which became Ocean Dunes Golf Links, and was de- signed by William G. Robinson. Thirty-three years after their graduation from high school, Su- san married her classmate, first valentine and lifelong friend, Dr. Lee Hazen. They were married in Canby, Ore., in 1993 and lat- er moved to Molalla. Together they renovated and created their beautiful ranch-style home and property, which became the fam- ily gathering site for holidays and many other happy occasions. Su- san resided there until her death. Susan is survived by her hus- band, Orval “Lee” Hazen, DMD (retired) of Bend, Ore.; daugh- ter, Kim L. Knowlen (Patrick) of Eugene, Ore.; stepchildren, Hei- di Spencer and Tyrone Hazen, both of Bend, Ore., and Jessica (Browne) Farnsworth of Spanish Fork, Utah; brother, Scott A. Rich- ardson (Pamela) of Happy Valley, Ore.; niece Amber Richardson; and nephews Matthew (Sara), Erik and Sean Richardson. Her parents preceded her in death. At Susan’s request, a private graveside service and interment were held at Pacific Sunset Memo- rial Park Cemetery in Florence. Memorial contributions in her name may be made to: Molalla Fire District, Foothills Commu- nity Church Resource Center, Siu- slaw Outreach Services or Flor- ence Food Share. He is survived by his brothers: Lonnie “Cork” Kief and Arthur Dahlgren; his children: Rey Kief, Zaldy Kief, Kimberlee Kief-Car- roll, Cynthia Kief and Catherine Kief Belantes; 11 grandchildren and six great grandchildren. Thomas Bruce Kief will be laid to rest at Pacific Sunset Memorial in Florence on Saturday, Sept. 4, 2021. Afterwards, a “Celebration of Life” will be hosted by Lonnie and Connie Kief. Our family would like to thank Mr. Alan Burns of Burns Funeral Home for assisting in the transition of our father’s final resting place and to Lonnie and Connie Kief for arranging and opening your home KIEF—Thomas Bruce Kief, 77, to celebrate and remember our fa- of Hanford, Calif., passed away ther’s extraordinary life. on Jan. 29, OROZCO—Henry Orozco 2020. B o r n passed away on Aug. 6, 2021, at the as Thom- age of 90. He served his country in the as Bruce Dahlgren U n i t e d to Alice States Air L o u i s e Force as a M c C l e l - staff ser- land and geant in Thomas Bruce Kief Ernest M. St r at e g i c Dahlgren, Thomas “Tom” was Air Com- born on Sept. 27, 1942, in the city mand. After his of Monroe, Snohomish County, military Wash. Henry Orozco Adopted by Dorothy S. Kief and s e r v i c e , Alonzo “Lon” Kief, Thomas Bruce Henry was hired by Lockheed Kief grew up in Florence, Ore., Martin, rose through the ranks and where he shared many fond mem- retired in 1990, when he relocated to Florence. ories. He was an avid golfer, and played After graduating from Siuslaw High School, Tom enlisted in the on the Pro-AM Tour twice, part- United States Navy, retiring after nering with Chi Chi Rodriguez. Henry is survived by his wife, 22 years of service as a Chief Quar- Pauline; beloved dog, Cookie; and termaster. Tom is remembered for his love a large extended family. His pres- of fishing and his passion for mu- ence will be sorely missed. No services are planned. At sic. From a young age, Tom learned how to play the guitar. Throughout Henry’s request, inurnment will be his life, he shared his love of music at Roseburg National Cemetery. Burns’s Riverside Chapel Flor- with his family and continued to play his collection of guitars until ence Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements. his passing. a handyman, a generous host, an imaginative cook, a wine aficiona- do and, most importantly, a friend — a good and true friend. He was a man of unlimited cu- riosity who searched enthusiasti- cally for the truth and delighted in a lively exchange of ideas. He was generous, quietly giving his atten- tion and resources to the most in need in our community. No memorial service is planned. Should you wish to remember him with a contribution, Larry valued Siuslaw Outreach Services (SOS), Florence Food Share, Flor- ence Habitat for Humanity and any organization that supports the young people of our community.
