Lorretta E. Bishop
BISHOP, Lorretta E. - Age 81, of Sutherlin, passed away June 8, 2000 in a Roseburg hospital. She was born December 3, 1918 in Rocksberry, Wisconsin. Her husband Vernon and her children survive her. At her request no services will be held. ROSEBURG FUNERAL ALTERNATIVES is serving the family.

Barbara Jean Boone Lawrence
LAWRENCE, Barbara Jean Boone - A resident of Azalea, Oregon since 1973 passed away June 8 2000. BJ, as she was known to her friends, was born November 18, 1931 in Dayton, Ohio. After attending college in Ohio, she married and moved to Tucson, Arizona. There she was a top hand and all-around cowgirl on her own 40-acre ranch as well as others. Barbara was an accomplished horseman, trickrider and an original cowgirl. She competed in the rodeo as a heeler and team roper. Because of her training in communications, she was sought after as an announcer for the Tucson rodeo. Barbara Jean, one of Daniel Booneís last descendants is survived by her beloved companion Harold Harris. Her love of animals was her life, and she maintained her farm and horses to the end. Plans for her last ride are pending.

Claud Henry Rich
RICH, Claud Henry - Age 92, of Sutherlin, passed away in a Roseburg care facility on Monday June 5, 2000. He was born on January 30, 1908 at Yell, Oklahoma to George Oscar and Myrtle (Ridenour) Rich. On September 17, 1951 at Hugo, Oklahoma he married Esther Clark. Claud and Esther raised peanuts in Oklahoma until they moved to California in the early 1950's. Where Claude worked at the Larson Ladder Co., where he made pallets and ladders and then as a custodian at Lockhead Aircraft for 17 years retiring in 1978. They came to Sutherlin in 1990 from San Jose, CA. Claud is survived by his wife of 48 years, Esther Rich of Sutherlin, a son Don Rich and wife Victoria of Sutherlin, a daughter, Caudine Allen of Hollister, CA, a sister, Velma Worthy of California, seven grandchildren and two great grandchildren, Claude was preceded in death by two brothers and two sisters. No formal funeral service will be held. Private cremation rites have been held. CHAPEL OF THE FIRS is in charge of arrangements.

Martha Marie Stratton
STRATTON, Martha Marie - age 93, passed away June 8, 2000 in a Roseburg care center. She was born in Texarkana, Texas on July 25, 1906 to Thaddeus and Catherine (Kruger) Park. She had moved to Canyonville, Oregon in May 1999 from Pittsburg, CA where she had lived since 1949, after moving there from overseas where her husband had been stationed. In Pittsburg, she volunteered for many organizations including the Stoneman Village Board, The Presbyterian Church Board, Den mother for Boy Scouts and many other organizations. She was very active in the 50 Plus Club serving as their tour guide for many years. She enjoyed being active and volunteering her time. She will be sorely missed by everyone. She was preceded in death by her husband, Frederic S. Stratton in 1978, her parents and all seven of her siblings. She is survived by her sons Robert (Marion) Stratton of Riddle, OR; William Stratton of Rosamond, CA; and a daughter Sara Nelson of Concord; CA; her grandchildren Cindy (Rick) Gillespie of Riddle, OR; Greg (Reagan) Stratton of Riddle, OR; Laura Nelson of Santa Barbara, CA; Lindsay Nelson of Concord, CA; and Tara Stratton of Rosamond, CA; her great-grandchildren, Melissa Gillespie, Courtney, Andrea and Robert Stratton all of Riddle, OR and many special friends. At her request a private memorial service will be held at Oakmont Memorial Gardens in Pleasant Hill, CA on June 17, 2000. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to your favorite charity in her name.

Fred W. Houghtlin Sr.
HOUGHTLIN Sr., Fred W. - Age 54, of Myrtle Creek passed away peacefully at home after a long illness, with his family at his side June 9, 2001. He was born October 5, 1946 to Alfred and Gertrude Houghtlin in Pittsville, Massachusetts. He grew up in Pittsville where he received his education. On April 22, 1967 Fred and his loving wife Elaine were united in marriage in Dalton, Massachusetts. In 1975 the family moved to Oregon and raised their children. Fred was employed at Roseburg Forest Products for the last 25 years. His illness brought him early retirement in October 2000. He was always working on cars and enjoyed all the out of doors activities. He was preceded in death by his parents, one brother Charlie Houghtlin, sisters Mary Ann Houghtlin and Trudy Lowen all of Pittsville, Massachusetts. Survivors include his loving wife of 34 years at the Myrtle Creek home, children Fred Jr. of Myrtle Creek, Roger Weeden and wife Myrna of Canyonville, Cindy Lundh and husband Rick from Portland, Mark Potter and wife Dee of Winston and Patrick Houghtlin of Myrtle Creek. Also surviving are sisters Christine Collins, Betty McLaughlin and brother Johnnie Collins all of Pittsville, Massachusetts and thirteen grandchildren and four great grandchildren and several aunts and uncles of Pittsville, Massachusetts. Visitation for family and friends will be Wednesday, June 13, 2001 at 4:00 P.M.-7:00 P.M. at Myrtle Creek Family Funeral Home Chapel. Graveside services will be held Thursday, June 14, 2001 at 2:00 P.M. at Riddle Cemetery in Riddle, Oregon with Pastor Jon Pifer officiating of the First Christian Church in Myrtle Creek. In lieu of flowers the family suggests donations in Fred's name may be made to Douglas Home Health Care Hospice. These may be left at the cemetery with the funeral director. Arrangements have been entrusted to MYRTLE CREEK FAMILY FUNERAL HOME of Myrtle Creek, Oregon (541) 863-5122.

Glenn Bass
BASS, Glenn - Age 66, a resident of Lake Charles, Louisiana, passed away very suddenly at his sisters home in Glendale, Oregon Tuesday night, June 12, 2001. Glenn and his wife Patsy and his sister Dorothy and her husband Alfred Esperon of Tampa, Florida were at Glendale visiting another sister,Cara Mae Tooley. Glenn was born at Elizabeth, Louisiana to Frank B. and Annie Lou Strother Bass. He was married at Oakdale, Louisiana on December 2, 1954 to Patsy Calvert and she survives. Glenn retired from Westlake Polymers which is a plastics refinery in December of 1999. Glenn was a deacon at the Boulevard Baptist Church, Past Master of the Masonic Lodge at Lake Charles #165, a 33 Degree Mason, Past Patron of the Justice #238-Order of the Eastern Star, member of the Scottish Rite of Freemasonry, member of the York Rite Bodies, member of the Past Masters Unit of Habibi Shrine, and an officer of the Habibi Shrine all at Lake Charles, LA, and an honorary member of Westlake Lodge #443 AF & AM. Surviving are his wife Patsy of Lake Charles, LA, one son: Glenn Arthur Bass of Scott, LA, one daughter: Connie Ann Bass Savaie of Lake Charles, LA, two sisters: Cara Mae Tooley of Glendale, OR and Dorothy Esperon of Tampa, FL, and four grandchildren. The family suggests memorial contributions to the Shrine Hospital at Shreveport, LA or the the Boulevard Baptist Church at Lake Charles. Funeral services are going to be held at Lake Charles Louisiana with burial in the Prien Lake Cemetery at Lake Charles, LA. MOUNTAIN VIEW MEMORIAL CHAPEL at Myrtle Creek, OR is assisting the family.

Frances T. Hazzard
HAZZARD, Frances. T. - 90, formerly of North Bend, passed away on Tuesday, June 12, 2001 at her residence in Roseburg. She was born on Friday, May 19, 1911 at Stark, Montana to Franz and Jessie (Dickson) Proebstel. Frances was playing basketball when she met her husband to be. He was the referee of the game and after she fouled out of the game she refused to go on a date with him because of it. Eventually in January 1929 in Montana she married Howard Hazzard, who preceded her in death on February 10, 1987. Frances and Howard moved to North Bend in 1945. Frances helped Howard with the bookwork for his business, North Bend Garage. Frances enjoyed fishing, ceramics, crocheting, hunting deer and traveling. She made the best pecan pie and jams. After Howard retired they rebuilt player pianos. Frances is survived by six daughters and their husbands: Donna and Robert Peterson of North Bend, Jessie and Kenneth Glass, of Winchester, OR, Beverly and Dennis Hansen of North Bend, Barbara and Butch Hein of Vancouver, Washington, Mary and Bill Marquess of Eugene, Charlene and Terry Stahel of Silverton, Oregon, 16 grand children, 22 great grandchildren and 2 great-great grandchildren, two sisters Irma Isaac and Emily Burns both of Missoula, MT, numerous nieces and nephews. A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, May 16, 2001 at 11:00 am at Stanton Park in Canyonville. At the family's request contributions may be made in Mrs. Hazzard's memory to the Shriners Hospital for Crippled Children. 3101 Sam Jackson Park Road, Portland, OR 97201. Services are in the care of WILSON'S CHAPEL OF THE ROSES.

Doris B. Maxwell
MAXWELL, Doris B. - 80 of Sutherlin, passed away Tuesday, June 12, 2001 in a Roseburg hospital. She was born Monday, January 10, 1921 in Portland, Oregon to Walter and Emile (Morressette) Bain. Doris grew up and attended school in Portland, graduating from Tigard High School. Raising her family in a military household, they moved to various areas of the country including Hawaii, New Orleans, and Florida. She lived in the Roseburg and Sutherlin areas the last 17 years. Doris enjoyed dancing, crossword puzzles, and enjoying the flowers she grew. She spent her life giving of herself and helping others. Doris was devoted to her family and in later years, her grand and great grandchildren. You could truly say that she "enjoyed life". Doris was a member of the Umpqua Valley Christian Fellowship. She is survived by her children, Larry and April Maxwell of Roseburg, Rita and Edward Guy of Moro Bay, California, Dr. Michael and Irene Maxwell of Micanopy, Florida, and Lynne and Jeffrey Johnston of Sutherlin; a brother Walter Bain of Sequim, Washington; 15 grandchildren and numerous great grandchildren, numerous nieces and nephews, and a host of friends. Doris was preceded in death by a sister, Evelyn Taylor and brothers, Edward, Kenneth, and Vernon Bain. A graveside service, reflecting a celebration of her life, will be held Saturday, June 16, 2001 at 2:30 P.M. in Roseburg Memorial Gardens. Officiating will be Pastor Don Franke of the Umpqua Valley Christian Fellowship. For those who wish, a viewing time is set for Friday, June 15, 2001 from 4:00 P.M. until 7:00 P.M. at WILSON'S CHAPEL OF THE ROSES. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions to the Umpqua Valley Christian Fellowship, PO Box 769, Wilbur, Oregon 97494.

Clarence E. Parker
PARKER, Clarence E. - Age 75, of Winston, went safely home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, June 12, 2001. He was born September 13, 1925 in Alba, Texas, son of Robert L. and Neoma (Presley) Parker. He was raised and educated in Coalgate, Oklahoma. He entered the U.S. Army during W.W. II and served our country as a paratrooper and tank driver. He was united in marriage to Margaret Rose Williams on May 21, 1945 in Reno, Nevada. They lived in Flint Creek, Oklahoma and California before moving to Oregon. He and Margaret owned and operated a strawberry farm in Buxton, Oregon. They moved to the Winston area in 1960, which has been home since. Clarence had worked at Roseburg Lumber Company and was a forty-year member of the Lumber and Sawmill Workers Union, local 2949. He served on the Winston City Council. He enjoyed the outdoors, including fishing and hunting, but he especially loved to garden. With his green thumb, he could make anything bloom. He was a member of the Roseburg Church Of God. He had been a member and on the board of directors at the Dillard Church Of God under Pastor Joe Sizemore and was a Sunday school teacher under Brother Calvin Rogers. Clarence was a silent tower of strength for his family and was always extending a helping hand to his friends and community. He spent 75 years earning the respect and love of those who knew him and will be deeply missed. He is survived by; His wife of over fifty-six years, Margaret Rose Parker. Four sons, Gerry Parker & his wife Janey, Robert Parker & his wife Joan, Randy Parker, Steve Parker & Sunshine. A sister, Cleo Farris & her husband Harry & family of Coalgate Oklahoma. Grandchildren include Rochelle, Tanis, Michael, Sara, Robert, Manda, BreAnna, Bryan, Michelle, Steven Kyle, Stacy & Zach. Great grandchildren are Chevy, Austyn, Destiny, Dean, Anthony, Felisha, Mikaela, EmmaLee & Savannah Rose, whose arrival (birth) into the family is eagerly anticipated. His parents preceded him in death. Funeral services will be conducted at the Roseburg Church of God; located at 4051 NE Stephens, on Friday, June 15, 2001 at 11:00 A.M. Officiating will be Pastor Doyle Pooler. Interment will follow at the Roseburg Memorial Gardens Cemetery. Friends may pay their respects on Thursday, (tonight) from 6:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. at TAYLOR'S FAMILY CHAPEL. For those who wish, memorial donations can be made to the Roseburg Church of God in Clarence's memory.

Arch W. Phillips
PHILLIPS, Arch Walter - Age 77, of Winston, passed away on Tuesday, June 12, 2001. He was born February 23, 1924 in Tuskahoma, Oklahoma, son of Arch W. and Lennie (Fellers) Phillips. He served our country during the Korean War while in the U.S. Army. He moved to California where he worked in the oil fields for thirty-eight years, retiring in 1986. Arch was a gentle man who enjoyed serving God and loved his Lord with his whole heart. He and his wife, Juanita were members of the Winston Assembly Of God Church. He is survived by his wife, Juanita of Winston, A son, Dan Phillips and his wife Marla of Kansas City, MO, a daughter, Brenda Medford of Bodfish, CA, three sisters, LaVern Criswell of Sheridan, TX, Velma Howdeshell of Bentonville, AR., and Wauzell Gill of Carlsbad, N.M.; a brother, Melton Phillips of Sacramento, CA. Three grandson, Casey, Cory and Chris. Also surviving are his wife, Juanita's children, Gary Minton & his wife Anita of North Bend, OR, Shelley Lamphere of Eagle Point, OR. and Janice Bonner of Riddle, OR, Also many nieces, nephews and more friends and church family than can be counted. His first wife, Wanda, a sister, Thelma and both his parents preceded him in death. Funeral services will be conducted at the Winston Assembly of God Church on Saturday, June 16, 2001 at 2:00 P.M. Officiating will be Pastor Tom Scalera and Pastor Les Greaser. Private interment will be at the Greenlawn Cemetery in Bakersfield, CA Friends may pay their respects at Taylor's Family Chapel on Friday evening from 6:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. Memorial donations, in lieu of flowers, can be made to the Winston Assembly of God Church and left at the services or the funeral home.

Emma "Sue" Wells
WELLS, Emma Sue - Age 68, of Glendale, died Wednesday, June 13, 2001 at her home. Viewing will be available Thursday, June 14, 2001 from 4:00 P.M. to 5:00 P.M. at CHAPEL OF THE VALLEY in Grants Pass, Oregon. Funeral services will be Friday, June 15th at 10am at the Glendale Assembly of God, Reverend Terry Bess and Reverend Tom Simons will officiate. Interment will be at Glendale Memorial Cemetery. Sue was born to Louis and Nettie Smart February 2, 1933 in Okolona, Arkansas, She attended school in Okolona. She moved to Oregon in 1951. Sue enjoyed her church and was faithful to attend the Church of God. Her special ministry was writing letter of encouragement to shut-ins. Survivors include one son, bobby Wells and two daughters, Peggy Barry and Janie Cullison all of Glendale; Father Louis Smart of Glendale; one brother, Bud Smart of Junction City; two sisters, Betty Lenard of Glendale and Mary Jane Fitzgerald of Roseburg; nine grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren. She also leaves a special friend, Patsy Smith of Glendale. She was preceded in death by her mother.

Vera Evans
Evans, Vera Maude Wiley - On a hot summer day in Camas Valley, Oregon on July 1, 1899 a lively baby, Vera Maude Wiley was born to Charles and Jessie May (Estes) Wiley. As a small child, she would run next door, knowing she would get a spanking, to her beloved grandparents whom she adored, John W. Wiley and Harriet Hite Wiley, to listen to the tales of their coming from Illinois to Camas Valley by wagon trains. Her parents homesteaded on Bald Hill mountains and they walked 8 miles to the Camas Valley Schools. They moved to Happy Valley with her Uncle John Wiley and grandfather, and she and younger brother Harlland ran the ferry on the river, until they were caught by a state man when she was eleven, who said they were too young. (Her father had the contract for the ferry.) After moving to east Roseburg, the children all went to the old Benson School and then to Rose School when they moved to So. Stephens St. Vera, at 13, worked and lived for some time for Dr. Brumfield, a dentist, caring for their three children and his wife. When her parents homesteaded up Dole Road, she married Jim DeRoss and cared for the whole ranch and Jim's parents at Green and also worked at Austin's Green House and the Jackson Ranch, while Jim went to World War I. Later she cooked in logging camps in Powers and also learned to be an excellent furrier, working up the coast out of North Bend where she met her second husband, Edward Bahrke with whom she had her only child, a son, Loyal Kay Bahrke. She and Ed were fruit packers from Southern California to Yakima to Pendicton Canada. Many times she drove that route by herself. She was an excellent packer and never lacked work. She and Ed settled in Albany with a wrecking yard and when that union ended she and Loyal moved to Springfield, Oregon, bought an apartment house and she also managed Two Miss America Dress Shops. She was the first Standard Oil lady dealer at Albany, Oregon, but being a woman, she wasn't allowed to pump gasoline into cars! Vera was also the delegate for the World's Fair two different times, by the Business and Professional Womens Club, where she loved being an active member. Leaving Albany for Medford, she was one of the fastest packers for Pinnacle Orchards, and it was in Talent she met the love of her life, Russell evans, whom she married August 8, 1942 in Reno, Nevada. He joined the Army shortly after and Vera was left alone again with her young son. She worked for the highway department living in a small travel trailer she pulled behind her car. She bought old houses and remodeled them, doing most of the work herself and turned them into rooming houses and apartments. She knew her "Russ" was coming home and worked hard at everything to build a nest egg for his return. After four years, Russell came home to his loving wife and son and after several years they settled in the Medford-White City area, buying and remodeling and selling homes. They also had the Standard Oil service station and store in Central Point and later had the Griffin Creek Store and others. Their vegetable gardens and lovely flowers were the envy of all and they shared with all. Even with a bad hip and her little tiny crutch, she would go buy groceries and shop for shut-ins who were by far healthier and younger than she. She was roofing her house at age 78, and was building a small porch at age 82 and fell through the ladder and broke her pelvis and ankle, and never went to a doctor. She always said the pain wasn't anything she couldn't handle. After they moved to Roseburg, her hip was replaced at 88,. and soon out of the recovery room, she felt bad because she couldn't fix everyone a cup of coffee. Uncle Russ had a massive heart attack in 1992, and the second night while staying with her sister, Vera fell at the top of the stairs with her walker, and broke her knee cap. She wouldn't let anyone take her to the hospital until the next day, and eventually she and Russ were in the care center together. She wanted to stay in his room, but because she tried to care for him herself, they had to move her into another room. Their fiftieth wedding anniversary celebration was held at the care center and Russ died soon after. Russ had asked a newly widowed niece, Olive Coon, if she would care for Vera after he was gone. She said yes, and the doctors said Vera would never walk again., and would never leave the Mercy Care Center. But with such loving care, Vera was walking and Olive took her from the care center. At age 93, Vera had a cornea eye transplant at Casey Eye Institute and then Loyal wanted his mother nearer, so she was moved to Tacoma, Washington to Grande Vista Assisted Care Center. This little Pepper Pot charmed and delighted the residents with her stories, all dramatically told. She had a nice man friend and she loved it there. She had a bad bout with pneumonia at age ninety-eight, and was in the hospital and then a nursing home. But she got well enough to go back to Grande Vista, and she was such an inspiration for all the residents because at the age she came back! She celebrated her 100th birthday there. She got ill again at 100 1/2, and didn't get strong enough to go back to Grande Vista, but went to a lovely full time nursing home, Heartwood Extended Health Care. She grew strong and had such excellent care that she was soon walking with her walker. She didn't go in to her wheel chair and wouldn't, except for trips to the dining rooms, until she was 101 1/2. She loved everyone at the nursing home and they loved her, and she did not want to come back to Roseburg, except to visit. Together, she and Olive put over two hundred thousand miles on a little car running up and down I-5 between Tacoma, Casey Eye Institute in Portland, and Roseburg. Loyal and Olive took her at age 97 to the islands of Honolulu and Maui, and she was game for everything. The longest she and Olive have been apart since 1991 has been two weeks and two days. Vera was very proud of her heritage. Her great grandfather and great grandmother were Joel and Patsy Estes, who founded Estes National Park in Colorado in 1849. Her nephew, Don Coon, took Vera and her sister Maple Stobie and her son Doug, to the Estes Family Reunion at Estes park on August 8, 1987. What an experience! Her Aunt Julia Adele Wiley (her father's sister) and her husband were big game exhibition marksmen, hunters and sold firearms and toured with Buffalo Bill and came to Roseburg twice and the family got free tickets! After Aunt Del's husband died, she stayed and toured with Buffalo Bill's Circus and traveled to England with them as an "Annie Oakley". Vera is survived by her loving son, Loyal Kay; five grandchildren, Kimberly Kay Inderbitzen, Stephen Kay Bahrke, Naomi Kay Hart, Tamara Kay Trotter, and Pacer Bahrke; eight great grandchildren; and two great-great grandchildren and another on the way, all from the Tacoma and Olympia, Washington area. Also she leaves two loving ex daughters-in-law, Corrine Kay Bahrke from Tacoma, and Mickey Lander from Maui, and many nieces and nephews in the Roseburg and Medford areas. She was preceded in death by her husband, Russell, her parents and five brothers and sisters, Harlland LaRoy Wiley, Ted Charles Wiley, Maple Chalice Stobie, Alberta Belle Coon, and Valma May Negles. She was so loved and will really be missed, but we'll all meet again someday! Services will be held at WILSON'S CHAPEL OF THE ROSES at 2 PM on June 23, followed by interment at the Noah Cemetery in Camas Valley.

Donald W. Ingwerson
Ingwerson, Donald W. - Age 78, of Riddle passed away at his home on June 15, 2001. He was born on March 11, 1923 in Minitare, Nebraska to Harley and Etta (Stole) Ingwerson who preceded him in death. Donald was a veteran of World War II serving in the U.S. Army. He was married to Dorothy Stole on November 1, 1946 in Red Lodge Montana. In 1956 they moved from Billings, Montana to Riddle, Oregon and have resided there ever since. He worked for Nickel Mining Company for 27 years, retiring in 1977 for health reasons. Donald was a member of the All Souls Catholic Church and a life member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars. His hobby was woodworking, making furniture and various smaller items, many of which decorate his church. He also enjoyed hunting, fishing and social services. He is survived by his wife Dorothy Ingwerson of Riddle, 8 children, Donald Ingwerson Jr. of Winston, David Ingwerson of Riddle, Joseph Ingwerson of Brookings, Richard Ingwerson and Patricia Calvert both of Roseburg, Phyllis Brown of Days Creek, Jeanine Coffey of Riddle, Jeanette Calvert of Kelso, Wash., brothers Wayne and Dale (Buss) Ingwerson both of Riverton, Wyo., sisters Lucille McCullough of Pavillion, Wyo. and Erma Jean Albert of Terrace, British Columbia, Canada, 27 grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Graveside military services conducted by the Roseburg High School ROTC will be held Tuesday, June 19, 2001 at 2:00 p.m. in Roseburg Memorial Gardens in Roseburg. Mountain View memorial Chapel is assisting the family.

John Whitney Boyd
BOYD, John Whitney - Beloved Husband, Father, Grandfather, Great Grandfather and Great Great Grandfather, age 95 passed away June 15 at a local care center. He was born December 23, 1905 in Montreal, Quebec, Canada to John Whitney and Katherine (Lonergan) Boyd. Most of his life was spent in Southern California, where he retired from union Oil Co. refinery in 1965. He came to Eugene that year. He enjoyed all the activities Oregon had to offer. Hunting, fishing, golfing and traveling with The Aristocrat Caravaners trailer club. He was a member of the First United Methodist Church and the Masonic Lodge for 56 years and a lifetime member of the Eastern Star. He was preceded in death by his parents, a brother and a sister. He is survived by his wife of 69 years, Ida, a son John and his wife Emilee of La Pine, Oregon, a son Thomas of Roseburg; five grandchildren, seven great grandchildren and 2 great great grandchildren, numerous nieces and nephews. He was Papa to all of them. Memorial services will be held Tuesday, June 19th at the First United Methodist Church at 2 PM. Memorial contributions may be made to the Shriner's Crippled Children's Hospital or a charity of your choice.

Esther Gayle Freadman
Freadman, Esther Gayle - of Roseburg passed away February 9, 2001. Gayle enjoyed gardening, bird watching, crafting, china painting, summers on the Oregon coast and especially all the children in her life. She was special to us all. Survivors include her children, Teresa Davis, Jerry Freadman and Cathy Brantley; her brother, Oscar Haugen and her grandchildren. A memorial will be held Saturday June 23, 2001 at 12:30 at the Bay City Cemetery, Bay City, OR.

Rodney E. Steen
Steen, Rodney E. - age 72, of McMinnville, Oregon passed away on June 16, 2001 in Sandy, Utah. He was born October 12, 1928 to Marion and Agnes Mounteer Steen. He was raised and schooled in Idaho. He moved to Dayville Oregon in 1946. He was a member of the National Guard for two years. He married Gloria See on July 14, 1949 in Idaho Falls, ID. He graduated from Eastern Oregon College of Education in LaGrande and received his masters of education from OCE. He taught grade school and jr. high in Embler, Oregon, Toledo, Oregon and Eugene, Oregon. He taught at Riddle high School from 1965 to 1981 then he retired. He moved to McMinnville in 1981 and taught part time at Chemeketa Community College and worked part time at Hewlett Packard as a security guard. He was a member of Yamhill County Sheriff Reserves, McMinnville Amateur Radio Club, and the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints 1st ward, McMinnville. He was a member and past Fire Chief of the Riddle Volunteer Fire Department. He loved being a Ham Radio Operator, reading and electronics. He is survived by his wife, Gloria Steen; daughters, Rebecca Parker and Michelle Ullom both of McMinnville, Oregon; sons, David Steen and Mark Steen both of Roseburg, Oregon, Douglas Steen of Glendale, Arizona, Jeffry Steen of Myrtle Creek, Oregon; a sister, Shirley Billman of Waldport, Oregon; brothers, Robert Steen of Estacada, Oregon and Willis Steen of Fair Oaks, California; 18 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren. Visitation will be Tuesday, June 19, 2001 from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Macy and Son Chapel, McMinnville, Oregon. Services will be held Wednesday, June 20, 2001 at 10:30 AM at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, 1st ward, McMinnville with Bishop Nolan Aders officiating. Macy and Son Funeral Directors is in charge of arrangements. (503) 472-6151.

Lloyd Steve Crenshaw
CRENSHAW, Lloyd Steve - age 89, of Roseburg, passed away on Sunday, June 17, 2001 at a local assisted living facility. He was born on Tuesday, March 19, 1912 at Lone Rock, Oregon to Steve Ples and Celia Jane (Page) Crenshaw. As a young man he worked as a ranch hand and sheepherder in the Blue Mountains of eastern Oregon. Lloyd was working in Sweet Home when he met and married Antonette Starkwether. Lloyd and Toni moved to the Roseburg area in 1945. Lloyd was involved with Crenshaw Bros. Lumber in Camas Valley which later evolved into Green Valley Lumber of Myrtle Creek. Lloyd was involved with Green Valley Lumber until 1962. He and Toni moved to Bend in October of 1962 to operate a cattle ranch they had owned since 1953. The "ranch" was a great gathering place for family and friends for many years. In 1968 they returned to Douglas County, where Lloyd founded Crenshaw Realty which he operated until his retirement in 1980. During retirement, Lloyd and Toni traveled all 50 states until Toni's death in 1988. Lloyd met and married Vera Kester of Roseburg in 1991. They shared many happy times until her death in 1998. Lloyd will be remembered as a kind, gentle man who walked in the Lord's path in the way he conducted his life. Lloyd was the founder of the first horse 4-H group in Douglas County (Silver Spurs), two term president of the Roseburg YMCA, a member of the Board of the Salvation Army, Member of the Masonic Lodge, Scottish Rite, Shriners and a 50 year member of the First Christian Church of Roseburg. He touched many lives and the memory brings a smile to most. He is survived by his sons and their families: Scott and Kathy Crenshaw of Roseburg, Darwin and Nancy Crenshaw of Selah, Washington, grandsons: Greg and Angel Crenshaw and great grandson Darwin of El Paso, Texas, Bryce and Reece Crenshaw of Selah, Washington, a granddaughter, Paige Crenshaw of Monmouth, Oregon; brothers, Carol and Sylvia Crenshaw of Scio, Oregon, Os and Shirley Crenshaw of McMinnville, Oregon, Clyde and Ilene Crenshaw of Sacramento, California; sister-in-laws, Lola Crenshaw of Albany, Oregon, Nan Johnson of Paradise Valley, California. Many nieces and nephews to whom he was a special uncle. Lloyd was also preceded in death by a son, Steve Page Crenshaw, who died on October 4, 1941, a brother Floyd and sisters Veloris and Lucille. Graveside services will be held on Friday, June 22, 2001 at 2:00 PM at the Franklin Butte Cemetery in Scio, Oregon. Memorial Services will be held on Saturday, June 23, 2001 at 2:00 PM at the First Christian Church. Pastor Bruce Russell will officiate. Services are under the care of Wilson's Chapel of the Rose.

John Jelaca
JELACA, John - 85, of Roseburg, Oregon fell asleep in death on June 14, 2001 at Mercy Care Center where he has been a resident for the last two years. John was born in Superior, Wyoming, on January 1, 1916 to Joseph Jelaca, Sr. and Mary Kosovich Jelaca. He lived in Superior until 1943 and in Rock Springs, Wyoming, until 1981 when he retired and moved to Roseburg, Oregon. John married Anne Majhanovich Jelaca on September 12, 1936. He worked in the coal mines for 22 years and at FMC Corp in their trona processing plant for 35 years. John loved working in his yard and garden. He never met a stranger and enjoyed visiting with his neighbors. John is survived by one son and daughter-in-law, Robert "B.J." and Patricia Jelaca, of Bakersfield/Ventura, CA; one daughter and son-in-law, Evelyn and A.J. Chaffin of Roseburg, OR; one sister, Ann Green of Los Angeles, CA; one son-in-law, Roger Borchard of Bountiful, UT; eight grandchildren: Kathy Maxwell, Robert Jelaca, Jr., Nancy Jelaca, and Joan Jelaca, all from Ventura, CA; Kent Kilburn of Roseburg, OR; Kevin Kilburn of West Valley City, UT; Robin Borchard of West Valley City, UT; Julie Braz of Roseburg, OR; four great grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews. Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Anne; daughter, Madeline Borchard; one grandson Barton John Jelaca; five brothers: Nicholas, George, Tony, Nick "Deko", and Joseph "Baker" Jelaca. Friends and family will gather together at TAYLOR'S FAMILY FUNERAL HOME in Winston, OR on Wednesday, June 20, 2001, from 6:30 pm to 8 pm to pay their last respects. Memorial services will be conducted on Monday, June 25, 2001 at 1 pm at the Vase Funeral Home in Rock Springs, WY.

Erle A. "Dusty" Rhodes
RHODES, Erle A. - Age 54, died Sunday, April 16, at his home in Napavine, Washington. The son of Claude and Wilma (Switzer) Rhodes, he was born January 23, 1947 in Olney Springs, Colorado. Rhodes moved with his family to Roseburg, Oregon where he attended schools, graduating from Glide High school in 1965. In 1972, he moved to Napavine, where he worked for M&M Transport as a truck driver. He also joined the Napavine Fire Department that year. He served as chief for 18 years, and more recently was elected fire commissioner for Lewis County Fire District 5. In the mid 1990, Rhodes worked for Andrus Transportation. An avid fisherman, Rhodes enjoyed fishing at Riffe Lake, being with his family and family get-togethers. His survivors said he had a good sense of humor and was devoted to his grandchildren. On September 25, 1992, he married Velda "Sikel" Land in Montesano. His wife survives him at home in Napavine. Also surviving are his son, Brian of Centralia; three daughters, Leslie Wink, and Malinda Greenwood, both of Centralia, and Malissa Garrett of North Carolina; three brothers Roger of California, Charles of Portland, and Fred of Roseburg; his mother of Roseburg; and 12 grandchildren. His father preceded him in death. Remembrances may be donations to the Lewis County Fire District 5. Fireman's Fund, P.O. Box 259, Napavine, Washington 98565. Arrangements were under the direction of Sticklin Funeral Chapel, Centralia. A memorial services was held Thursday, April 19, 2001 at 1:30 P.M. at the Rebekah Lodge, Napavine. Private interment will be in Napavine Cemetery.

Doris M. Shannon
SHANNON, Doris M. - a resident of Myrtle Creek, Oregon, went home to be with her Lord early Friday morning June 15, 2001. Doris had been living with her son John Armstrong who had been taking care of her for the past number of years. She was born July 11, 1928 at Missoula, Montana to the late John and Ellen Allen Swartz. She grew up and went to school in Montana and came to Oregon in 1958 settling in the Alsea area near the Oregon Coast. She was married at Reno, Nevada on September 5, 1970 to David Shannon and they came to Myrtle Creek in 1970. He preceded her in death on September 20, 1992. Doris loved reading and more recently became interested in Nascar Racing. Surviving are one son; John Armstrong of Myrtle Creek, four daughters; Cheryl Cook of Garden Grove, California, Catalina Cruse of Huntington Beach, California, Ann Gahman of Alvarado, Texas, Patty Lucus of Wasilla, Alaska and seven grandchildren. The family suggests memorial contributions to Mercy Hospice, 2700 Stewart Parkway, Roseburg, Oregon 97470. Memorial services will be held at 2:00 PM Saturday, June 23, 2001 at the Myrtle Creek Assembly of God Church with Pastor John Long officiating. MOUNTAIN VIEW MEMORIAL CHAPEL AND CREMATORY at Myrtle Creek is assisting the family.

Joan Margaret Weaver
WEAVER, Joan Margaret - Age 67, of myrtle Creek passed away at a local care facility in Roseburg on June 13, 2001. Joan was born in Portland, Maine on October 21, 1933 to Patrick Joseph and Cora Caroline (Michaud) Flaherty. She was the sixth of ten children. On January 1, 1954 she was united in marriage to Viven Weaver in Portland, Maine where he was stationed aboard the U.S. Coast Guard Cutter 'Coos Bay'. For the next 19 years they were stationed in Maine, Massachusetts, Oregon, Texas, Virginia, Texas, Oregon, and Colorado finally settling in Myrtle Creek on retirement in February 1973 where they remained ever since. Joan enjoyed Bingo, traveling, dancing, trips to Reno, dining at the Senior Center in Tri-City, knitting afghans which she donated to the Veterans Hospital or gave to family and friends, and working with kids. She worked as a playground supervisor at Tri-City Elementary School for many years. She was a Life Member of Arbor Vitae Rebekah Lodge #11 and Canyon Ladies Encampment Auxiliary #79 both in Myrtle Creek. She enjoyed the friendships she made on visits to Lodge functions they attended throughout the U.S. and Canada. She made friends easily and always had a hug to give and a joke to tell. She was preceded in death by her parents Patrick and Cora, two brothers, Patrick and Jimmy, one sister, Mary, and a grandson Joshua Weaver. Survivors include her husband Viven of Myrtle Creek, three sisters, Theresa Harris, Sarah Conley, and Kathleen Reed all in Maine, three brothers, John, Richard, and Robert also in Maine, three sons, Michael (Rhonda) of Myrtle Creek, Timothy (Patricia) of Manteca, California and Steven (Deborah) of San Francisco , California eight grandsons, Thomas of Manteca, Samuel, Joseph, James, Benjamin and Caleb of San Francisco, Rubin and Kurtis of Myrtle Creek; three granddaughters Daleleta Kennicott of Pendleton, Rebecca Weaver of Myrtle Creek and Edith Weaver of San Francisco, and one great granddaughter, Halie Kennicott of Pendleton and numerous nieces and nephews. Memorial Services will be held on Thursday June 21st at 4:00 pm in the Odd Fellows Hall, 221 N. Main street Myrtle Creek, a luncheon will follow. A long time friend, Al Cinnamon of Idaho, and her son Rev. Steven Weaver of San Francisco will officiate. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of MYRTLE CREEK FAMILY FUNERAL HOME, Myrtle Creek, Oregon (541)863-5122.

Donald P. Wright
Wright, Donald P. - 83, of Glide, Oregon passed away at his home Thursday, June 14. Don was born in Glide, December 18, 1917, to Jessie (Hatfield) and Perry L. Wright. He was delivered in a cabin his father built at Lone Rock on the east side of the Umpqua River Ferry crossing. Don grew up with his parents on the Illahee. He attended school in Dixonville where he lived with relatives during the school year because of distance. he often commented that he missed the mountains when he was away. Don lived a full and adventurous life. He was working at Mid Way Island when WWII broke out. He then served as an army paratrooper in the 508th, F company. He was dropped behind enemy lines, captured and later liberated at the end of the war. His army company still holds reunions each year which he always tried to attend. This year the reunion is in Oregon and hosted by Don's family. After the war Don worked as a carpenter until 1953 and built his own home on Little River in Glide., Later he ran an engineering road crew for Champion International until his retirement in 1983. Don had many hobbies that produced numerous artifacts for his family and friends. These included ships made to scale, raw hide bridles and halters, macrames, woodchip carvings, hand made rope, forged iron and too many others to name. He loved the mountains and especially when camping, canoeing or visiting around the campfire. He will be missed by family and friends. Don is survived by his wife, Norma Jean (Shrum), his daughter and son in law, Tonya and Steve Thompson of Glide, his son and daughter in law, Terry and Pam Wright of Glide, three grandchildren, Angela Wright, Tina Fessenden and John Thompson. One great granddaughter, Maya Geer. Memorial and reception will be hosted by the family at the Glide Community Center, Saturday June 23, 1 PM. Donations in memory of Don may be made to the World War II memorial fund in Washington D.C. or to the Volunteers for Veterans at the V.A. Hospital here in Roseburg.

Dr. Robert Hence Young Jr.
YOUNG JR., Robert Hence - Age 71, of Oakland passed away May 12, 2001 in a Roseburg Care Center. He was born May 26, 1929 in Cincinnati, Ohio to Robert Hence Young Sr. and Frances (Spencer) Young. Robert attended Harvard University, but quit in his last semester to join the Army. While serving his country he was placed in the Medic unit. From being in this until he decided he wanted to become a Doctor. After leaving the Army he enrolled in the University of Maryland Medical School from which he graduated. During his second year of school he met his future wife Mary Louise Gunning who was a nurse. They were married on August 31, 1957 in Baltimore, Maryland. Robert had a private medical practice in Coeur D'Alene, Idaho from 1964 to 1984. In 1985 he went to work at the Roseburg Veterans hospital and served there until 1997. He was a member of the Holy Spirit Episcopal Church in Sutherlin, the Urological Medical Association,the American Falconers Association. He was a bagpiper in the Spokane, Washington area. His hobbies were fishing, hunting, camping and his dogs. Robert went on several trips with Earth Watch to Mongolia. Survivors include his wife Mary Louise Young of Oakland, Oregon, his children Michael Young and his wife Theresa of Lancaster, California, Helen Kupeli and her husband Mehmet of Corvallis, Oregon, David Young and his wife Theresa Young of Salem, Oregon, his mother Frances Young, and a sister Virginia Blacklidge both of Kensington, California, grandchildren Christopher Young of Beaverton, Oregon, Iain and Gillian Young both of Lancaster, California. His father preceded him in death . A memorial service will be held in June. ROSEBURG FUNERAL ALTERNATIVES is serving the family.