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Polk County News 10A Polk County Itemizer-Observer • May 10, 2017 POLICE REPORT Information comes from law enforcement agencies. Individu- als arrested or suspected of crimes are considered innocent until proven guilty. — DALLAS Arrests/Citations • David D. Leos, 58, of Dallas, in the 1900 of SE Gregory Drive in Thursday on a charge of menacing. INDEPENDENCE Arrests/Citations • Steven Michael Mont- gomery, 60, of Independence, at Monmouth and S. 10th sts. on May 4 for driving under the in- fluence of intoxicants and reck- less driving. MONMOUTH Arrests/Citations • Derick Raymond Higgins, 32, of McMinnville, at Madrona St. E. and Craven St. S. on April 24 for possession of metham- phetamine, supplying contra- band — drugs, DUII, giving false information to a police of- ficer, and fleeing or attempting to elude a police officer. (Deanna) Mathis, and James (Cindy) Mathis. A celebration of Carolyn’s life will be held in July at the Dallas United Methodist Church. Memorial contributions may be made to the church, the Delbert Hunter Arbore- tum, the American Cancer Society, or a charity of choice in care of Bollman Funeral Home, Dallas, who is caring for the family. To leave an online condo- lence for the family go to www.dallastribute.com. caught fire from a candle can. Leroy was born Aug. 12, 1956, in Burley, Idaho. He was a devoted father, and for 17 years a devoted husband who worked long hours and made many personal sacri- fices for the betterment of his family. It wasn’t until after his first heart attack in which he rolled his semi-truck that he became unemployed. He worked a few odd jobs trying to remain gainfully em- ployed but his physical limi- tations pushed him toward disability. Once deemed dis- abled, Leroy spent his days helping those who couldn’t help themselves. He opened his home to strangers, fed the hungry, clothed the poor, and shared the Gospel with anyone that would listen. He was a devoted papa who loved spending time with his grandkids especially out- doors swimming or barbecu- ing. He was a man of God and he wanted everyone to come to know Christ. He had a unique way of accepting that in everything the lords will would be done. He was an exceptional guitar and harmonica player and his music will linger on in the hearts of those that loved him for the rest of their days. He is a cherished man. He will not be forgotten. There will be a celebration of life held in his honor Fri- day, May 12, at the heart to heart church located at 191 Monmouth Ave N., Mon- mouth. Dinner to follow. OBITUARIES Constance Adele Satterfield Aug. 23, 1955 – May 2, 2017 Constance Adele Satter- field, of Dallas, died in Salem on May 2, 2017, at the age of 61. She was born in Portland on Aug. 23, 1955, to Graham and Helen Ainslee. Constance enjoyed gar- dening, art, music, food and fashion. She is survived by her children, Sean, Poppy and Felicia Mitchell; and six grandchildren. A private service will be held at a later date. Dallas Mortuary Tribute Center is caring for the fam- ily. To send an online condo- lence, go to: www.dallastrib- ute.com. Robert Kelly Atkinson Aug. 4, 1926 – April 18, 2017 Robert Kelly Atkinson was born in Seattle and grew up in Bellingham and Kirkland, Wash. L i k e m a n y y o u n g men of his genera- tion, he left h i g h school for military service during World War II, volun- teering for the Coast Guard. He saw action in the Pa- cific Theater aboard LST 18, taking part in 10 invasions in New Guinea and the Philip- pines. Throughout his life, he was quietly proud of serving his country when it needed him most. After the war, Bob became a carpenter and spent sever- al years working in Alaska. He met Ardith Betts in their hometown of Kirkland in 1954, and they married the following year. Together Bob and Ardie raised their five children, liv- ing first in Bellevue, Wash., and then building their own home on Rose Hill in Kirk- land. He loved the outdoors, and shared that enthusiasm and sense of adventure with his family through their many camping, hiking, and fishing trips. In 1989, Bob and Ardie re- tired and bought acreage on Fruit Farm Road in Inde- pendence, where they built another home. Bob loved working in the yard there and doing wood- working and other crafts in his shop. Their home was the site of memorable gath- erings for years as the family grew. Bob spent his last days at the home he loved, with Ardie and his family near him. Bob is survived by his wife Ardith and their five chil- dren: Theresa (Jeff), Mary, Tim (Amanda), Kelly (Gina), and Katie (Rick). His 12 grandchildren will miss their Papa and will keep his stories and memo- ry alive for a growing gener- ation (presently eight) of great-grandchildren. A memorial Mass will be held on Saturday, May 20, at St. Philip Catholic Church in Dallas at 11 a.m., preceded by a rosary at 10:30. A recep- tion will follow the Mass in the parish hall. Special thanks to Debbie Reid, who helped provide loving care for Bob and help for Ardie, allowing them to be together at home in the final year of Bob’s life. Thanks also to the staff at Willamette Hospice for their support and guidance. Remembrances in Bob’s name can be made to the Oregon chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association. Dallas Mortuary Tribute center is caring for the fami- ly. To share an online condo- lence; go to: www.dallastrib- ute.com. Rodger Matthies March 25, 1949 – May 01, 2017 Rodger Fred Matthies passed away at home in Dallas on May 1, 2017, at the age of 68. Rodger was born in Portland to Fred Matthies and Dorothy Buss, the third oldest of four children. He spent most of his life in Portland. Rodger attend- ed St. Ignatius grade school and Benson High School. After high school, he had a long and enjoyable career managing the warehouse for Payless Drugs. Rodger married Susan Neal in 1969, and they were married for 48 years. Togeth- er they raised two children, Michael and Paula. Rodger loved spending time with his family. He enjoyed hosting family gatherings. He coached baseball and softball when his children were young. He fixed up old houses as a hobby. In later years, he enjoyed camping at Oregon parks, walking, and a good game of cribbage. Rodger and Susan recent- ly retired to Dallas. They also became “snowbirds,” spend- ing winters in Arizona and summers in Oregon. Rodger is survived by his wife Susan; their two chil- dren and their spouses, Michael and Dawn Matthies, Paula and Russell Port; two granddaughters, Re b e c c a a n d Mi c h e l l e Matthies; three sisters, Sr. Janice Matthies, Susan Hill and Rebecca Boyum; and many extended family members. A gathering will be sched- uled later in June to cele- brate Rodger’s life. Remembrances in lieu of flowers may be sent to Hos- pice Care of Northwest, 2290 Commercial St. SE No. 108, Salem, OR 97302. www.dal- lastribute.com. Orville O. VanLaningham June 8, 1926 – May 3, 2017 Orville VanLaningham, 90, passed away at his home Wednesday in Independ- ence. Orville was born in Sidney, Ark., to William and Myrtel. He was the sixth of nine chil- dren. His fam- ily moved f r o m Har ville, Mo., to Farmersville, Calif., when he was a young boy. He proudly served his country in the United States Navy during World War II. In 1944, he married the one and only love of his life, Joy Lawrence. They were married for 69 years before Joy’s passing in 2014. They had three children: Lee, Kay and Zane; eight grandchildren, 19 great- grandchildren and six great- great-grandchildren. Orville worked as a ma- chinist for Alcoa. He and Joy retired in 1988 and bought a 150-acre farm in Independ- ence. He raised cattle, horses and goats. He enjoyed team roping, coon hunting, and working on his farm. He is survived by his daughter, Kay (Arlin) Bid- well, of Dallas; sister, Betty Davenport, of Farmersville; g r a n d c h i l d r e n , S a n d y, Donna, Joey, Lizzy, Alison, Luke, Tiffany, and Jason. Predeceased by Joy, Lee, and Zane VanLaningham. In honor of Orville, there will be a viewing at Farn- strom Mortuary in Inde- pendence on Wednesday, May 10, from 2 to 5 p.m. with a graveside service Thursday, May 11, at 11 a.m. at Hilltop Cemetery in Inde- pendence. A celebration of life will follow at his home. A special thanks to Lind- sey Bernett and Willamette Valley Hospice for the loving care he received during his last days. Carolyn M. Chapin April 4, 1949 – April 29, 2017 Carolyn M. Chapin, a resi- dent of Perrydale, died on Wednesday, April 26, from cancer. She was born on April 4, 1949, in Corpus Christi, Texas, and was the daughter of Arthur and Mary Mathis. Carolyn graduated from King High School in Corpus Christi in 1967. Carolyn attended Trinity University in San Antonio, and then transferred to Willamette University in Salem and graduated in 1971. Carolyn and Roy were married on Sept. 11, 1971, in the Dallas United Methodist Church. She loved teaching, and taught Spanish as well as English as a second lan- guage at Amity High School for 15 years, and later at Per- rydale High School for four years. Carolyn grew up visiting her grandparents at the Mathis Family Ranch in Pipe Creek, Texas, and continued to enjoy traveling there to visit family. Carolyn was a longtime member of the Dallas Unit- ed Methodist Church and the Good Will Club in Perry- dale. She was a longtime at- tendee of the Portland Met- ropolitan Opera and other musical events. Carolyn loved gardening, tending to her 150 blueberry bushes and her flower gar- den. She is survived by her par- ents, Arthur and Mary Math- is; husband Roy Chapin; daughters, Karen (Dan) Myers, Kathy (Rich) Slack; son, Mark (Carolyn Stock- Chapin); grandchildren Rachel Myers, Joshua and Olivia Slack, Zoe and Ella Chapin; brothers Allen Joyful Sound Hearing 312 Main Street • Dallas • Hearing Testing • Hearing Aids • Service Call today for your FREE Consultation Mark Sturtevant 503-623-0290 Personally involved and invested in the Dallas community Barbara Bernice Severance May 6, 1932 – May 2, 2017 A memorial service will be held on Saturday, May 20, 2 p.m. at Independence First Baptist Church. Farnstrom Mortuary is caring for the family. Memories and con- dolences at FarnstromMor- tuary.com. Timothy Shane Lilly Feb. 1, 1975 – May 3, 2017 A memorial service will be held Wednesday, May 10, 2 p.m. at Independence First Baptist Church. Farnstrom Mortuary is caring for the family. Memories and con- dolences at FarnstromMor- tuary.com. Wayne Franklin Cobine July 31, 1943 – Feb. 3, 2017 A celebration of life will be held Saturday at 2 p.m. at First Baptist Church, 1505 Monmouth St., Independ- ence. Edwin Leroy Hazen Aug. 12, 1956 – April 20, 2017 Edwin Leroy Hazen a re- tired long-haul truck driver, passed away April 20, 2017, due to complications related to diabetes and an infection causing multiple organ fail- ure, at age 60. Leroy (Edwin) is survived by his two sons David Diaz, 36, (Fort Collins, Colo.), Michael Hazen, 27, (Salem), and daughter Kayla Desirey, 28, (Monmouth), as well as his best friend (Ex-wife) Artie Cabe; brothers: Irvin Hazen, 61, (Los Angeles), Jerry Hazen, 59, (Kalispell, Mont.), Chuck Hazen, 58, (Phoenix, O re. ) , Je f f Ha z e n , 5 7 , (Cheyenne, Wy.), and sisters: Shirley Birges, 65, (Tacoma, Wash.) and Rosina Douglas, 53, (Albuquerque, N.M.). He is predeceased by his mother Helen Alvena Mayer, father Edwin Lawrence Hazen and sister Terry, whom died at the age of 3 when her dress Welcoming new patients. Most insurance health plans accepted. Also a Moda preferred provider. Salem 412 Lancaster Drive NE Salem, OR 97301 (503) 581-6265 Low Cost Cremation & Burial Funerals & Memorials Simple Direct Cremation $595 Simple Direct Burial $710 Traditional Funeral $2,275 Discount priced Caskets, Urns and other Memorial items. ~ Polk County’s ONLY Family Owned Funeral Homes ~ Privately owned cremation facility. Locally owned and operated by Oregon families. www.ANewTradition.com Steven Douglas Hughes April 14, 1935 – May 6, 2017 Steven Douglas Hughes, age 82, of Caledonia, Minn., passed away Sat. May 6, 2017, at Tweeten Health Services in Spring Grove, Minn. He was born on April 14, 1935, in Dallas, to Verne and E t h e l ( B u r g ) Hughes. Steven enlisted in the United S t a t e s Army on April 20, 1955, and served from Aug. 25, 1955, to May 26, 1956. Steven held a B.S. Degree from University of Maryland in 1975, a Bachelor of Arts from University of California at Berkley in Native Ameri- can Studies, and a Master of Arts from University of Dubuque in 1981, in Native American Religious and Spiritual Studies. He was a member of Con- federated Tribes of Grand Ronde, the Sons and Daugh- ters of Oregon Pioneers, and Memorial Christian Church of Peoria. On Aug. 29, 1992, he mar- ried Virginia Schroeder. Survivors include his brother Larry (Karen) of Keiz- er; two nieces Alicia (Dan) Fisher and Stephanie Baca, both of Keizer; three step- sons Robert (Mary Kay) Schroeder, of Caledonia, Minn., Jeff (Sarah) Schroeder, of Delavan, Wis., and Scott (Cinda) Schroeder, of Eau Claire, Wis.; eight step-grand- children; two grand-nieces; and one grand-nephew. Doug had a huge love of books and was an avid read- er, especially anything in re- gards to history, American Indian culture, and ancient coins and currency. He loved nothing more than to share his knowledge in these areas with friends, family and any- one willing to listen. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife Virginia. Memorial services will held Saturday, May 13, at 2 p.m. at Roble Funeral Home in Spring Grove. Burial of cremains will be at a later date.
