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A fourth-generation wheat and cattle rancher in Sherman County, Larry Edward Kaseberg, died on December 15, 2024, in The Dalles, Oregon. He was born on August 25, 1935, in The Dalles, to Lawrence and Marguerite (Foss) Kaseberg. Larry grew up on the family ranch near Wasco, Oregon, attended Wasco Grade School and Moro High School, and was active in athletics, 4-H and Boy Scouts. He was a member of Beta Theta Pi fraternity at Oregon State College, and joined the Reserve Officer...
Shirley May Palmer of Condon, Oregon, was born March 8th, 1938 in Yakima. Washington to Harold (Shorty) and Edna (Crump) Peck. She died on December 7th in Condon, Oregon at the age of 86 years. Shirley was raised in the Heppner area. She married Roger Palmer on December 18, 1955, in Heppner, Oregon. They lived on the ranch at Eightmile. Shirley enjoyed collecting dolls, gardening and sewing. She is survived by her sister, Patricia Hardy (Salem, Oregon), her children: Sandra...
Sue McClure was born Suzanne Eunice Smith on December 24th, 1937 in Portland, Oregon to parents Lyle and Clara Smith. Sue married Philip McClure at the age of 19 on February 7th, 1957. She has resided in Fossil, Oregon for 50+ years and before that she followed her husband's career (State Policeman) from Portland to Baker to Fossil all in Oregon. They also did a stint in Texas while her husband was in the Army. Sue has 2 daughters, Elaine Fleming (& husband Bernie), and...
With heavy hearts our family announces the passing of Marianne McRae Matthews in Yreka, CA on September 6, 2024 at her daughter, Kimberly Harden’s home. Marianne was 86. Marianne spent her early years living on the family ranch in Clarno, Oregon. Marianne married Alan Matthews July 3, 1954 and lived in Fossil and Bend, Oregon with their children Daniel and Kimberly, then relocated to Gazelle, California. She worked as an administrative coordinator for the Edgewood Schools near their home and enjoyed building and developing Ma...
Arthur James Scott, born February 10, 1929, in Bismarck, North Dakota, passed away peacefully on November 17, 2024, in Raleigh, North Carolina. He was the beloved son of Roy Carlysle Scott and Lila Paine Scott and grew up alongside his six siblings: Dorothy, Sam, Evelyn, Grace, Virgil, and Tish. Arthur was preceded in death by his first wife, Virginia Marie Scott (née Seale), and his second wife, Jackie Bryant Scott. He is survived by his children, Alison M. Scott, Janet V....
Frances Louise West (Francie) February 4, 1940 – November 12, 2024 Frances Louise West, known to all as Francie, passed away peacefully on November 12, 2024, at the age of 84. She was born on February 4, 1940, in Wasco County, Oregon, to Dorothy Margaret Fouts of South Dakota and Virgil Owen West of Oregon. A proud homemaker, Francie dedicated her life to caring for her family. She was known for cooking three hot meals a day, sewing, and creating beautiful quilts. She spent m...
Frances L. Morris, 84 of Arlington, passed away on Nov. 12, 2024. Services will begin at 11 am on Saturday, November 23, 2024 at the Arlington Methodist Church with a graveside and reception following. Sweeney Payton Mortuary is handling the arrangements....
Melba Lovena Cecil, aged 96, passed away peacefully on November 5, 2024, in Heppner, Oregon. Born on April 19, 1928, in Heppner, Oregon, Melba was the oldest of 10 children. She was a beloved figure in her community and an integral part of her family's life. It has been said many times by her family members that they wish they could be half the person Melba was. She was compassionate, loving, understanding, hardworking, and had a quiet sense of humor. Melba spent her early...
Opal (Neighbors) Schmidt was born in Kennedy, Alabama and moved to Arlington in 1992 with her husband, Ben Schmidt. Opal outlived her daughter, Beverly O’Brien and is survived by her grandson, Forrest O’Brien. A service will be held at the Arlington Methodist Church on November 9, 2024, at noon....
Dale Gene Schuh, 88, of Wasco, Oregon passed away on September 26, 2024, at the Adventist Portland Hospital. Dale was born one of eleven children to Henry and Helen (Bechtold) Schuh, on July 27, 1936, in Regan, North Dakota. He graduated from North Salem High School in 1954 and was inducted into the Army in 1955, serving proudly at Fort Lewis. Upon his honorable discharge from the Army, Dale was employed by Smith Corona Merchant for 21 years. During this time, he met and...
Patricia Anne Bond (Long) was born February 11, 1932 in Newton Kansas to Elmer & Hazel (Hoffman) Long. She grew up and attended school In Hesston KS. After graduation from high school, she attended Halsted School of Nursing in Halsted, KS & graduated as an RN. She married Kenneth Bond in 1954 and moved to his hometown of Lebanon Oregon where they raised 4 children - Steven, Stephanie, William (Bill) and Peggy. Patricia worked at Lebanon Community Hospital and then for Dr....
Florentino Espinoza was born October 25, 1996 to Rafael Espinoza and Corina Munoz. He passed away August 13, 2024, in Mitchell, Oregon. He is proceeded in death by his parents, and survived by his wife, Catherine Jo Espinoza and their three children: Clancy Shane Espinoza, Dally Jo Espinoza, and Johnny Corbin Espinoza....
Lawrence "Larry" Lindsay was born during a snowstorm February 1st, 1937. His parents, Rosella and Alex Lindsay almost didn't make it to St. Anthony's Hospital in Pendleton from their home near Lexington due to weather and car trouble. Larry was their miracle child, the only son they thought might never be, their pride and joy. His little boy footprints are stamped in concrete at the end of the front walk outside the "home ranch" house where he grew up and where he passed away...
Kathleen Cecilia McElligott O'Leary was born August 15, 1927, to Charles and Cecilia McElligott in Portland, Oregon. She passed away August 9, 2024, in Condon, Oregon a week shy of her 97th birthday. The rose between the thorns, Kathleen was the little sister to brothers, Don and Dick McElligott, and the big sister to LJ (Jerry) McElligott. She spent her carefree childhood on the McElligott Ranch in Eightmile Canyon near Ione, blissfully unaware of the effects of the Depressio...
Gordon Ralph Eakin, 79 of Adams, OR. passed away April 26, 2024 peacefully at his home, during his daily happy hour; in the loving company of his wife Peggy Sue, and daughter Chris. Gordon was born on August 4, 1944 in The Dalles, OR. to parents Ralph and Katherine Eakin. He attended Moro in grade school and graduated from Condon High School, and later attended Oregon State University. In 1964 Gordon married his best friend and love of his life, Peggy Sue Couture of Fossil, OR...
Dorothy "Dodie" Joan Shaffer of Condon Oregon, passed away on Thursday, July 18th, 2024, at the age of 83. Dorothy was born in Condon Oregon on May 24th, 1941, to Fred J. and Donalda (Maley) Reed. She attended Condon High School and married the love of her life, Donald Frank Shaffer on February 21st, 1957, in Goldendale Washington. Dorothy loved baseball, the beach, bingo, ceramics and craft painting, decorating, shopping, and traveling with Don on business trips. Dorothy is...
Memorial services will be held at the First Baptist church (701 First St., Fossil, Oregon) on August 17, 2024 at 11:00 AM. Officiating: Pastor Greg Adams. Tina Adams, assisting. Rose was called to home on February 27, 2024 to be with her Lord and Savior. She made her home in Terrebonne, Or. and passed away surrounded by her family. She was blessed to have so many lifelong friends in Fossil. Her home was there for over forth-five years. Please, join us as we say "Our Last Good...
Joyce Anna Hickerson passed away peacefully on July 16, 2024 surrounded by her family. She was 97 years old. Joyce was born on November 22, 1926 in Kaukauna, WI, the second of five children. The family soon moved to Kelso, WA. After she graduated from Kelso High School she moved to Portland, OR to attend nursing school as a member of the World War II Cadet Nurse Corp through St. Vincent Medical Center, graduating from the University of Portland. She met the love of her life,...
John Reed Myers passed away peacefully on July 9, 2024, from complications due to gastric cancer. He was 71. He is survived by his sister, Lorraine Smith of Spray, his brother, Bruce Myers of Astoria, and his dog, Billie Howliday, as well as many close friends and relatives. A celebration of life will be held at a later date. Remembrances in his honor may be made to either the Animal Rescue Foundation GoFundMe at gofund.me/e9b24264 or to KFSL radio in Fossil, Oregon, both charities he supported....
Ken Wade Eddy, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on June 12, 2024, in Alpharetta, GA, surrounded by his loving family. He was 79 years old. Born on December 10, 1944, in Staten Island, NY, to Melvin and Alice Eddy, Ken spent his formative years in Toppenish, Washington, where he graduated from Toppenish High School in 1963. He went on to attend Yakima Valley Community College from 1963 to 1965 before joining the U.S. Navy. Ken...
David C. Low passed away peacefully on June 22, 2024, in Beaverton Oregon. Born in The Dalles, Oregon in April 1944. David was the youngest born to William and Pearl Low. He was raised and educated in Condon, Oregon graduating in 1962. He participated in basketball and baseball where the team was co state champions his senior year. He was also the senior class president. He married Nancy in 1964, they settled in Forest Grove, Oregon in 1969 and raised their three children...
Robert Raymond Reasoner (Pastor Bob) age 74 of Arlington, Oregon passed away on February 11, 2024 while at Kadlec Medical Hospital. Celebration of Pastor Bob’s life with Military Honors was held on, June 29, 2024 at the Arlington Fire Hall. He was born November 20, 1949 in Oregon City, Oregon to Walter and Edna (Ball) Reasoner. He married Peggy White on March 21, 1970 at Silverton, Oregon. Bob and Peggy relocated to Arlington, Oregon from Berthoud, Colorado in the summer of 1993 where Bob’s passion for the ministry soon too...
Norman Dale Thompson was born on August 31, 1939, to Ellen (Sandquist) and Norman Thompson in St. Helens. He enlisted in the Navy after high school, where he served 22 years and retired as a Chief Petty Officer. He married Patsy Schoning in 1961 and they had two children. Heather Thompson was born in 1966 and Jeffrey Thompson was born in 1968. Later on he had the pleasure of raising his grandson, Norman Russell Long-Thompson. Upon retiring from the Navy he went to seminary and graduated with a degree in Theology. He served...
Rudolph A. Mundy 1940-2024 Rudy Ambrose Mundy was born December 28, 1940 to Ray and Martina Mundy in Jasper, Indiana and passed away peacefully on June 3rd, 2023 at home. He was raised with his four sisters, Shirley, Virginia, Sarah and Janice in a home filled with love and laughter that was especially grounded in a strong Catholic faith. They were all taught the value and importance of hard work, family and faith. Rudy graduated from Jasper High School in 1958 and enlisted...
June 18, 1951 ~ May 23, 2024 Suzanne May (Hardie) Hyde passed away peacefully at Summit Springs Village in Condon on May 23, 2024 of cancer complications. She was born in Condon June l8, 1951, the second daughter of William D. Hardie and Donna (Klint) Hardie. She was raised on the family wheat ranch at Trailfork southeast of Condon. Suzanne graduated from CHS in 1969. She received her teaching degree from Eastern Oregon University in 1973, and began her teaching career in...
