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 Page 2, April 11, 2009 - December 2011 Robert 'Bob' Henry Kottkey, 70, formerly of Orofino Robert 'Bob' Henry Kottkey, 70, of Wallace passed away Dec. 30, 2011 at Kootenai Medical Center of Coeur d' Alene. Bob was born April 22, 1941 in Wallace. Bob was the son of Henry and Muriel (Jenkins) Kottkey. Bob attended and graduated from the Wallace High School of Wallace in 1959. He then went on to attend the University of Idaho where he earned a degree in forestry. Bob became a Forester, making him the third generation in his family to enter the forestry field. Bob worked in California and Orofino before returning to Wallace where he continued his forestry career. Bob was a member of the Osburn Lions Club, the Shoshone County Sportsmen's Association, and the American Society of Foresters. He loved the outdoors, including hunting, fishing, picking huckleberries and gardening. Bob also loved to spend time with his family, especially his nephews. Bob is survived by his brother Steve and his wife Diana Kottkey of Clarkston, WA; and three nephews Robert Kottkey and his significant other, Barbara, Kirk and his wife, Monica Kottkey of Lewiston and Kevin and his wife, Kristy ,of Forest Grove, OR; and numerous cousins. Bob was preceded in death by his parents, and several aunts and uncles. Cremation was held and memorial services will be held on Thursday Jan. 12th, at 11 a.m. at the Kellogg Funeral Chapel of Kellogg with Rev. Ken Bartle officiating. There will be a reception and a gathering of family and friends at the Broken Wheel Restaurant of Kellogg following services. The family suggests that memorials may be made to the Shoshone County Sportsmen's Association, P.O. Box 705, Wallace, Idaho 83873 or to the charity of the donor's choice. Shoshone Funeral Services and Crematory of Kellogg is entrusted with funeral arrangements. To leave an online condolence, see: http://www.shoshonefuneralservice.com/home.html. Adella Rose Christensen, 85, Orofino Adella Rose Christensen passed away on Dec. 31, 2011 at the family home in Orofino after a lengthy battle with chronic leukemia. Della was born at Southwick to Glen and Alma Betts on July 7, 1926. She attended school in Southwick and graduated in 1943. She married Donald Christensen that same year. Don and Della lived at logging camps up the North Fork of the Clearwater River and at Finke Logging Camp by Pierce before moving to Orofino. Della did books for William Cummings and for Christy Company, the log skidding carriage company that Don founded. She also worked on the Clearwater County election board for many years. Della enjoyed her huge garden and flower beds. When not working in the garden, she was busy canning and cooking for her family and friends. She loved camping and travelling to the Washington Coast to go "clamming". She was a gracious hostess who always had a cup of coffee and delicious meal ready for her guests. She was a hard worker and dedicated friend to many. Della is survived by her husband, Don; her daughter, Doris Christensen and husband, Greg Field of Waimanalo, HI; her son, Steve Christensen and wife, Robin of Orofino; four grandchildren, Dylan Stanfield of New York, Don Christensen II of Everett, WA, Amber Bridgewater of Parma and Jonathan Christensen of Orofino; and five great grandchildren. She is also survived by her brother, Eugene Betts of Coeur d'Alene. The family would like to express their appreciation to Dr. Phillip Petersen and the nurses of Clearwater Valley Hospital for their dedicated care of Della. A special thank you is extended to Les and P.J. Finney for their care so she was able to remain at home during her final days. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Memorials may be made to the Clearwater Memorial Public Library, P.O. Box 471, Orofino, ID 83544. Madge L. Pea, 94 
Madge Pea, 94, passed away Wednesday, Dec. 28, 2011, at Guardian Angel Homes in Lewiston. Madge was born July 14, 1917, to Charles and Alice Cleveland at Gifford. She lived all her life in the Gifford area, graduating from Gifford High School in 1936. She married her high school sweetheart, Earl Pea, May 24, 1936. She was a stay-at-home farm wife who cooked for harvest crew, drove truck, worked cattle and raised kids. She was very active in the community and a charter member of the Gifford Homemaker Club. She was a member of the Nez Perce County Cow Belles, Women for Agriculture, and was a 4-H leader for 12 years. Madge loved to quilt and with five other ladies in the community met every Wednesday and made hundreds of quilts. She is survived by two daughters, Janet and Dean Held of Portland, OR, and Mary and Denny Dau of Lenore; six grandchildren, David Held of Portland, Lynrae and Tom Hubbell of Tacoma, WA, Susan and Josh Sutton of Seattle, WA, Stan Dau of Reubens, Margaret and Kim Munson of Riggins, and John Dau of Lenore; three great-grandchildren, Jessica Munson, Hannah Munson and Guthrie Sutton. She was preceded in death by her husband, Earl; three brothers, Don, Max and Merle; and sister, Betty. A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday at Vassar-Rawls Funeral Home in Lewiston. The family suggests memorials be sent to Joe Thometz 4-H Scholarship Fund, Nez Perce Extension, 1239 Idaho St., Lewiston, ID 83501. Photo: Madge Pea Ethel May Polillo, 83, formerly of Weippe 
Ethel May Polillo passed away unexpectedly on Christmas Day, 2011. She was born February 1, 1928 in Ellensburg, WA to Alexander Spence and Ethel May Vanderkar. The family moved to Weippe where her father was a logger and her mother owned and ran the local cafe. After graduating from Weippe High School in 1946, Ethel married her high school sweetheart, Roscoe Glenn Snyder and they had two children, Kathleen and Steven. Roscoe died in 1948 and Steven died in 1950. In 1955, Ethel married Clyde Pryor, affectionately known as Mr. Pryor by all. They were married for 12 years before Mr. Pryor passed away in 1967. Ethel was a career postal employee, working her way up from postal clerk in Weippe and Lewiston, Idaho to Postmaster in Othello, WA and Seaside, OR. The majority of her career was spent at the post office in the Richland, WA. In 1972, Ethel married Tom Polillo, also a career Postal Service employee. The two of them have lived in Kennewick, WA since 1974. In 2004, Ethel's beloved daughter Kathleen passed away unexpectedly. As an avid gardener, Ethel displayed her passion for flowers in her beautiful garden on Canal Drive. Ethel loved spending time with the Red Hat Society ladies, solving crossword puzzles and staying in contact with her many friends and family on Facebook. She had an incredible antique doll collection which was her hobby for years. Ethel was the best wife, mother, mother-in-law, sister, aunt, grandmother and great-grandmother in the world. The family loved her advice, wisdom, stories, hugs and candor. She was truly loved by all and will be deeply missed. Ethel was preceded in death by her parents, her husbands, Roscoe Snyder and Clyde Pryor, her children, Steven and Kathleen, and her brother, Al Spence. Ethel is survived by her husband Tom, his children Rikk, Ron, Martha (David), Steve (Karla), her son-in-law, Andy Pollard (Glenna), granddaughters Rachel Lalley (Tim), Sarah Geisler (Jason), great-grandchildren Regan, Koen, Austin, her sister, Mary Ann Chapman and numerous cousins, nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held graveside in Weippe on Friday, Dec.30th, at 1 p.m. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the American Heart Association. The family invites you to sign their online guestbook at www.muellersfuneralhomes.com. Photo: Ethel May Polillo Robert L. Wolf, 85, Dworshak Dam worker On Dec. 24, 2011, a faithful husband, loving father and grandpa slipped away from us. He was surrounded with family and friends as he passed away peacefully at the Idaho State Veterans Home in Lewiston. 
Bob was born in Peola, south of Pomeroy, WA, Feb. 21, 1926, in a little cabin on the family farm to Christopher C. and Mary Alice Wolf. He was one of 10 children. He attended Peola Grade School for two years, Holy Rosary Parochial for six years and graduated in 1943 from Pomeroy High School. He farmed wheat, barley and cattle on his father's farm in Peola from 1943 to 1950. He served in the U.S. Navy for three years and 10 months from 1950 to 1954 as a machinist mate 2nd class, receiving the Good Conduct Medal. Bob then returned to work on the family farm for four years. In 1960 to 1963, he began work as a warehouseman on the missile bases in Spokane, WA and in Nebraska. Once again, he worked on a cattle ranch known as the Tucannon Cattle Ranch. He finally found his niche working as a warehouseman in heavy construction from 1965 to 1988. He was well known as a reliable worker they could count on to remember all the part numbers. During this time, he worked on the dams being built on the Snake River, including: Lower Granite, Lower Monumental and Little Goose. He also worked on Dworshak Dam. He retired in 1988 in Clarkston. He married Carol Donnally Wolf on April 30, 1966. They had 45 wonderful years together. During those years he enjoyed gardening. He loved a beautiful rose garden. They never missed a bazaar and loved to take family to the sausage feeds to help raise funds for the churches. During retirement he also found joy in a daily walk with his wife, many with his grandchildren and of course the family dog. He was a man who was a friend to all and if he joked with you, you were known to be one of his favorites. Bob is survived by his loving wife, Carol Wolf; his brother, Jim Wolf of Clarkston, WA; his sister, Jeannette Fischer of Pomeroy; his stepchildren, Bill Steele and Ross West of Clarkston, and Cheryl Stumpo of Aurora, CO. He was a loving grandpa to Rebecca Lewis, Brad Steele, Gordon and Grace Stumpo, Sean and Patrick West; and three great-granddaughters. He was preceded in death by his parents and seven siblings, Joe, Wilbur, Jeanne, Mildred, Sam, Helen and Phil. There is a great Wolf family reunion in heaven as we speak. The family would like to sincerely thank the nurses, care providers and staff at the Idaho Veteran's Home for all their loving care and good humor. We will be celebrating Bob's life Friday with a rosary to be recited at 10:30 a.m. and a funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11 a.m., all at Holy Family Catholic Church in Clarkston. A luncheon will follow for all who would like to attend. The Rev. Root of Holy Family Catholic Church will officiate. Vassar-Rawls Funeral Home of Lewiston is handling arrangements. Memorials may be sent to Holy Family School or a charity of one's choice. Photo: Robert L. Wolf
Irene Isabelle Trenary, 99 ½, Kooskia Irene Isabelle Trenary, 99 ½, of Kooskia, Idaho died early Saturday morning Dec. 17, 2011 at the Haven of Rest in Kamiah. She was born May 29, 1912, to Roy B. and Jennie Belle Duncan Weld on the farm near Chaseley, Wells Co. ND. She enjoyed all the various events that went along with growing up on their farm that her parents homesteaded in 1906. The family moved to the Kooskia area in 1928 and she graduated from Kooskia High School in 1931.  She and Claude Vale Trenary were married on Claude's 25th birthday June 22, 1935 in a unique ceremony while flying over the Lewis Clark Valley in Zimmerly's airplane. This unusual wedding location was because of Claude's infatuation with flying. Over the years Irene and Claude made many trips in their airplane and later their motor home to various parts of the country and world. Irene worked in all aspects of the family businesses which included the lunch counter early on and eventually she was in charge of housewares and gifts, both in the Trenary Hardware Store. In 1950 she became a licensed funeral director and served for many years with her husband in operating Trenary Funeral Home where her knowledge of and love of families in the region was of great value to both Claude and later her son, Mark, in serving the community as funeral directors. She was a faithful member of the Kooskia Presbyterian Church where she was involved with the ladies Presbyterian Club. She spearheaded the rummage sales that they held for many years. Irene was a charter member of the ladies group in Kooskia called the Thirteen Club, which started with 13 members. Being a people person, she loved doing care packages at Christmas time and for many newlyweds. She was a very giving person and especially enjoyed giving cakes to families who had lost a dear one or when someone was ill. Irene sent thousands of birthday, sympathy, get well and wedding cards for the Presbyterian Club, as well as for herself. Irene valued her numerous friendships with many members of the Nez Perce Indian Community. However, her primary calling was that of wife and mother in which she excelled. She was the person who kept all family ties together by her great communication skills. To a number of her nieces and nephews she was affectionately called "Aunt I". Her husband died in 1999. She was also preceded in death by her siblings, Myrtle Smith Hurd, Webster Weld, Luella Jordan Wyckoff, and Robert Weld. Surviving are her daughter Sharon White McLean, son Mark Trenary, grandsons Bryan Trenary and Lance White, step grandsons Rob and Ryan Dennison, Byron and Brett McLean and 11 great grand children as well as her nieces and nephews. A Visitation will be from 5-7 p.m. on Wednesday and from 10-11 a.m. Thursday at Trenary Funeral Home in Kooskia with a Celebration of her life following at 12 o'clock noon Thursday Dec. 22. Burial will follow at Pine Grove Cemetery at Kooskia. A covered dish luncheon will take place after the burial at the IOOF Lodge building in Kooskia. Funeral director grandson Ryan Dennison of Pine Hills Funeral Chapel and Trenary Funeral Home is caring for arrangements. Photo: Irene Isabelle Trenary William Eugene 'Bill" Snook, 80, Orofino  William Eugene 'Bill' Snook, 80, Orofino, passed away Tuesday, Dec. 13, 2011, from causes related to dementia. Bill was born Jan. 16, 1931 in Spokane, WA, to Melvin and Lily Agnes (Redford) Snook. He was the middle child of three in the family. His early years were spent in the logging camps around St. Maries and Priest River in north Idaho. The family moved to Orofino when he was 15 and he graduated from Orofino High School in 1949. Bill worked in the woods with his father during his teen years. Later he joined the Air Force and spent four years serving his country. A majority of that time was in Germany. After he was discharged, he decided to attend the University of Idaho and pursue a degree in teaching. Following his college graduation, he went to the Los Angeles area of California to teach. He spent the early part of his career teaching fifth and sixth graders. Later he taught at a school for troubled teens. He marred while in Germany and they had two children, Anola and Eugene. Following a divorce, Bill returned to Orofino and worked independently on various projects for people. He met Bernita 'Bea' (Leavitt) Gustin in Orofino and they were married April 16, 1989 in Clarkston, WA. Her children, Kent, Denise, Tasha and Tonya, were all grown but were always helpful with projects that Bill and Bea needed done, such as getting wood. The couple bought the Snook farm on Harmony Heights from his father and lived there for about 10 years before moving to town. Bill loved to spend time in the woods on his four-wheeler. Bill was a long time member of Alcoholics Anonymous and tried to help others through the struggles he had experienced. He enjoyed visiting with friends at the Ponderosa and all over town when he met them. He also loved playing Santa Claus. He spent several years as a trustee of Joint School District #171 and was an advocate for the children and their needs. In his later years, he joined the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Bill was preceded in death by his parents and his son, Eugene. He is survived by his wife, Bernita 'Bea', Orofino; two sisters, Evelyn Olsen, Orofino and Mary Lou Dion, Coeur d'Alene; his daughter, Anola and her husband, Rick Bunting of Vista, CA; Bea's children, Kent Gustin of Clarkston, Denise Gustin of Clarkston, Tasha Snyder of Willowa, OR, and Tonya Doughty of Cottage Grove, OR; grandchildren, Nicole and Kristen; step grandchildren, Rickie, Jared, Amy, Stevie, Lynn, Adam, Jeremy, Jason, Jeffery, Juliann, Gary and JaRae. He is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews and friends. There will be a viewing from 10-10:45 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 17, at the Orofino Ward of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Funeral services will follow at 11 a.m. He will be buried Monday in Vineland Cemetery in Clarkston. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to the Clearwater Humane Society, P.O. Box 2063, Orofino, ID 83544. A special thanks to A Compassionate Care and all the caregivers who have helped so faithfully care for Bill during his illness. Photo: William Eugene 'Bill" Snook
Wanda June Keeney Grim Stephens Stevic, 87, Orofino Wanda June Keeney Grim Stephens Stevic, 87, Orofino, passed away Tuesday, Dec. 6, 2011 at Brookside Landing Retirement Community in Orofino. At her request, cremation will take place and no services will be held. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel and Crematory is caring for arrangements. Murray Don Anderson, 83, Orofino Murray Don Anderson passed away Thursday, Nov. 24, 2011 at his home after a lengthy struggle following surgery. 
He was born July 20, 1928 to Oliver and Alma Anderson at Grand Marais, MN. After spending his youth attending school and fishing, not necessarily in that order, in 1949 he joined the U.S. Air Force, served in Okinawa and was honorably discharged in 1952. On Sept. 6, 1958, he married the love his life, Lindyce Nivala Anderson. They lived in Grand Marais until moving to Orofino in 1970. In 1972, they started A & B Electric, Inc. and in 1984 they sold the retail business, but he continued working in the commercial refrigeration and heating and a/c field until his retirement in 1990. He loved the outdoors and was an avid fisherman. He spent many hours at the river with his four-legged friend, Sassie. He is survived by his wife of 53 years; son, Daniel; daughter-in-law, Carol; and grandson, Eric, all of Orofino; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and all of his sibling: Guyal, Jim, Joyce, Doris, Ione, Judy and Evelyn Claire. A celebration of his life will be held on Dec. 4 from 1-4 p.m. at the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW), 330 Michigan Ave. in Orofino. Burial will be at a later date in Grand Marais, MN. Memorials may be sent to the Orofino Kiwanis Foundation, P.O. Box 1317, Orofino, ID 83544. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel and Crematory is caring for arrangements. Photo: Murray Don Anderson Crystal Dawn Hixson, 24, Orofino Crystal Dawn Hixson, 24, Orofino, passed away Monday, Nov. 21, 2011. A celebration of her life will be held Saturday, Nov. 26 at 2 p.m. at the Orofino Tabernacle Church in Orofino. A potluck will follow. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel and Crematory is caring for arrangements.
John Jacob Tierney, 100, coach at Weippe John J. Tierney, a former superintendent and high school coach, passed away Thursday, Nov. 17, 2011, at the age of 100. He was born April 11, 1911, to William and Louise Tierney at Thorncreek, near Genesee. He attended Lower Thorncreek Grade School and graduated from Genesee High School in 1929. He later attended the University of Idaho, graduating with an education degree in 1936. 
John taught and coached at Cambridge High School during 1936-37. From the fall of 1937 to 1941, he coached and taught at Ferdinand High School. He became head basketball coach and teacher at Grangeville High School in the fall of 1941. Later that fall, he was hired as superintendent and coach at Gifford High School. While at Gifford, he met grade school teacher Sylvia Kirkpatrick of Reubens. They were married Nov. 25, 1942. Tierney was superintendent and coach at Weippe until 1950. In the spring of 1950, he resigned and moved to Lewiston, where he and Sylvia operated Tierney Grocery on Thain Road in the Orchards for six years. They then operated the Tierney IGA Foodliner for another 18 years before selling the business and retiring in 1973. John was an avid sports fan. While attending the University of Idaho, he worked at the college sports desk and created a column called "Tierney Tips" - which attempted to predict sporting results. Tierney loved to bowl. He starting bowling at Orchard Lanes and formed his own league. Later, he became secretary-treasurer of the senior bowling league at the Imperial Bowl. He resigned in 2000 after 21 years of service. During the 1940s, John and his brother Richard operated a traveling roller skating rink. They set up in the many gyms and dance halls in northern Idaho and eastern Washington, moving to a different location each day. John is survived by his wife, Sylvia; sons, Ron of Lincoln City and Lannie of Portland; daughter, Karen Gailey and husband, Doug, of Boise; brother, Richard of Lewiston; six grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by sisters Mary Moehrle, Teresa Kuhn, Mabel Schlueter, Margaret Fleiger, Louise Moehrle and Evelyn Reisenauer; and brothers, William and Edward. Rosary service will be recited at 10 a.m. Tuesday at All Saints Catholic Parish at St. Stanislaus Church. A funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10:30 followed by burial at Normal Hill Cemetery in Lewiston. An online guest book is available at www.vassar-rawls.com. The family requests that any memorial be made to the choice of the donor. Photo: John Jacob Tierney Danielle E. Chilberg, 67  Danielle Elaine Granger Chilberg passed away quietly Nov. 18, 2011, after a long illness, at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center in Lewiston, from complications from small-cell lung cancer and more recent brain cancer, with her loving husband at her bedside. She was born to John Merle Granger and Grace Lund Granger Oct. 1, 1944, at the Grace Hospital in Detroit. She was raised in the Los Angeles area, Bellflower, CA and settled in Kendrick after her marriage to Duane Chilberg, a longtime wheat and cattle rancher on Cedar Ridge. She was employed for many years at San Juan County Bank as a loan officer in Friday Harbor, WA; employed many years with Boeing working in planning at the Seattle, WA facility; and more recently in medical insurance billing in Orofino, for two different offices before her illness. She is survived by her husband, Duane, at the family home; her sister, Marilyn Granger Willick, of Redding, CA; her children, Ray Burdick of Moscow, Theresa Burdick Parker and husband, Bill Parke,r of Juliaetta, and Marie Burdick Avalon of Albuquerque, NM; stepdaughter, Yvonne Newberry of Moscow; six grandchildren; and a great-granddaughter. You are finally at peace with our Lord in heaven our beloved Dani FOREVER and ALWAYS. You will definitely be missed by all who knew you well. The family wishes to thank Dani's dear friend Janice Van Hook for her loving care and support at the hospital, the caring staff at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center, Carondelet House and Dr. Drakes. A memorial service will be conducted at 1 p.m. Monday at the Kendrick Assembly of God Church, with the Rev. Marvin Preussler officiating. Memorials may be made to Carondelet House- SJ Foundation, P.O. Box 816, Lewiston, ID 83501; or JK Ambulance Fund, P.O. Box 182, Kendrick, ID 83537. Photo: Danielle E. Chilberg Aretha Harvey Chilton, 98, Orofino  Aretha Harvey Chilton, born April 8, 1913, passed away Thursday, Nov. 17, 2011. She was the second of seven children born to Ora J. and Lillie Martin Harvey at Harrisburg. She attended the rural school there through the seventh grade. The family moved to Kamiah where she graduated from high school in 1930. Aretha attended the University of Idaho where she earned a degree in education. She went on to teach at rural schools for 10 years in Winona, Harmony Heights and Greer. In 1935 she moved with the family to Orofino. Aretha married Lee Chilton on Aug. 12, 1939. They continued to live in the Orofino area where they raised their family of three children. As her family grew, she became very active in their activities. She was a leader for Camp Fire Girls, a leader for 4-H groups, den mother for Cub Scout groups and little league baseball coach. Aretha did substitute teaching in the Orofino school system for several years. She served as Orofino city librarian from 1959 to 1961. She then accepted the personnel assistant position for the Forest Service with the Clearwater National Forest. After her retirement in 1975, she and Lee traveled throughout the lower 48 states, Alaska and Canada. Aretha kept very busy with her numerous hobbies. She taught herself to do pine needle basket work, lapidary work, wood carving, needlework, quilt making, gardening, card making and wood work. After Lee's death in 1985, she devoted much of her time to doing volunteer work for Hospice, her church, RSVP, the hospital auxiliary, the Board of Community Guardians and as service officer for the Retired Federal Employees for 20 years. She was preceded in death by her husband, Lee; her parents; brothers, George and Harry, and two sisters, Bessie Harvey and Lorene Secrest. Aretha is survived by daughter, Kay Jacobs of Lewiston; daughter Carol of Post Falls; and son, Richard of Oregon City, OR. She is also survived by her brother, Omer Harvey of Lewiston; brother, Finas Harvey of Boise; sister, Ernestine Ball Northcutt of LaGrande, OR; plus many nieces, nephews, grandchildren and great grandchildren. The family requests that donations be made to the Senior Center of Orofino, P.O. Box 93, Orofino, ID 83544, in lieu of flowers. A visitation will be held Tuesday, Nov. 22, from 9 to 11 a.m. at the Orofino Tabernacle Church in Orofino. A memorial service will follow at the same location at 1 p.m. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel is caring for arrangements. Photo: Aretha Harvey Chilton Aretha L. Harvey Chilton, 98, Orofino Aretha L. Harvey Chilton, 98, Orofino, passed away Thursday, Nov. 17, 2011 at Clearwater Valley Hospital in Orofino. A visitation will be held Tuesday, Nov. 22 from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the Orofino Tabernacle Church in Orofino. A memorial service will follow at the same location at 1 p.m. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel and Crematory is caring for arrangements. Charles 'Bud' William Pedersen, 78, WHS graduate Charles Pedersen passed away Wednesday, Nov. 9, 2011, after a long and brave battle with cancer, with his two sons, Redgey and Guy, and family by his side. 
Bud was born March 24, 1933, in Spokane, WA. He graduated from Weippe High School. He was in the National Guard and was a Korean War veteran. Bud worked at the Potlatch Mill for 42 years before and after his military service until his retirement from Potlatch. Bud was an avid race car fan; his two favorite drivers were A.J. Foyt and Kyle Busch. He also spent a great deal of time at the Banana Belt Speedway in Lewiston and raced go-carts in Spokane with the World of Outlaws. He loved motorcycles and cars; he bought and sold many makes and models and there was always a car or motorcycle that he just had to have! Bud was married to Dorothy Solom and had two sons, Redgey and Guy. They later divorced. He married Lois Sunberg and together raised his two boys. Bud was preceded in death by his parents, Harry Pedersen and Lois Eastman; and his biological father, Oswald (Oz) Johnston. He leaves behind his brothers, Gary Pedersen and Conrad Pedersen; sister. Alma Faye; sons, Redgey and Guy Pedersen; grandsons Jesse and Greg; granddaughter Kelly; and great-grandson Dylan Pedersen. We greatly appreciate all the help and wonderful people from St. Joseph Hospice and ask that any contributions be sent to St. Joseph Hospice. There will be a celebration of life at noon Sunday at Rowdy's Steak House. Bring your best stories and share. God Bless - the Pedersens. Photo: Charles 'Bud' William Pedersen Norman J. Olson, 49, Orofino Norman J. Olson, 49, Orofino, passed away at his home in Orofino Wednesday, Nov. 9, 2011. Memorial services are pending. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel and Crematory are caring for arrangements. Mary Louise Litchfield, 91  Mary Louise Litchfield, 91, passed away Sunday Nov. 6, 2011, at Tri-State Memorial Hospital in Clarkston, WA, from complications of a hip fracture. Mary was born April 30, 1920, to Erastas Clifford Aplington and Mary Sophia Oliver, in Clarkston. She married Charles Nelson Litchfield Jr. just four days after graduating from Clarkston High School. They eloped and were married in Bonners Ferry June 1, 1938. They were happily married until his death in 1973. They raised five children and lived on Warner Avenue in the Lewiston Orchards until 1978. For several years she worked as a nurse's aide for a convalescent center in the Orchards, earning enough income to put several of her children through school. She moved to Yakima in 1978 to be near one of her sons and lived there for 33 years. Mary worked at the S.D.A. Community Services in various capacities since 1957, both in Lewiston and also in Yakima. She helped make thousands of quilts over the years to donate to those who needed them. She was an avid gardener and enjoyed reading - especially scripture. She was a great mother, very gracious, always helping others and putting others ahead of herself. We will miss her dearly. Mary is survived by her daughters, Lana Lee and Joe Decicio and children of Sandpoint, Idaho, and Barbara and Ransom Bentley of Ahsahka; sons Steve and Colette Litchfield of Yakima, and Doug and June Litchfield of Lewiston; sister Lucille Hogan of Sparks, Nev.; grandchildren Cliff Decicio, Frank Decicio, Rick Decicio, Randy Decicio, Dan and Beth Litchfield, Robert Butler, Louise and Brian Hofer, Marc Litchfield, Elena Litchfield and Lacie Bentley; great-grandchildren Jeromy Decicio, Aaron Decicio, Jolana Decicio, Jared Litchfield, Tiffany Kite, McKayla Butler, Justin Wiese, Chelsia Weise and Samuel Hoefer; and four great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Charles Nelson Litchfield Jr., daughter Nancy Jean Wigant, and sisters Vivian Nichols and Nadine Bertran. At the request of Mary and her family there will be no services. Merchant Funeral Home of Clarkston is handling arrangements. Photo: Mary Louise Litchfield Norma Ruth Pettengill, 78, Peck Norma Ruth Pettengill, 78, Peck, passed away Thursday, Nov. 4, 2011 at Clearwater Valley Hospital in Orofino. A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 9, at Pine Hills Funeral Chapel with burial to follow at Riverside Cemetery. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel is caring for arrangements. John A. 'Jack' Woodland, 82 Jack Woodland passed away Oct. 28, 2011, after a prolonged battle with pulmonary fibrosis. Jack was born Nov. 12, 1928, in Lewiston, to Lester and Loretta Woodland. He attended St. Stanislaus Catholic School, later graduating from Lewiston High School. On May 21, 1949, Jack married Anna Anderson of Lenore. 
He was a member of the 148th Field Artillery Battalion for the Idaho National Guard. Jack proudly served his country in the Korean War as a master sergeant from 1951-53. Upon returning from Korea, he and Anna settled in Spokane, WA, later moving their family to Sandpoint. Jack worked for the Spokane International Union Pacific Railroad until he retired in 1988. Retirement brought the couple back to Lewiston, where Jack, along with Art Court, started the National Guard coffee group. This camaraderie was something Jack loved and looked forward to each week. Jack was a man of many interests. First and foremost, he loved spending time with his friends and family. To know him was to know his boisterous laugh, his big heart and his larger-than-life presence. Jack knew no strangers. He found great joy driving and tinkering with his stock cars, Model A, Baja Bug, motorcycles and boat. Jack is survived by his wife of 62 years, Anna of Lewiston; children, Ed and Kathy Woodland of West Palm Beach, FL., Terri Woodland and Arnie Rathbun of Coeur d'Alene, Connie Woodland and Richard Ballard of Sandpoint, Tom and Jane Woodland of Gooding and Jackie Woodland and Steve Acarregui of Boise; numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren; and brothers and sisters-in-law, Jerry and Sandy Woodland and Jim and Pat Woodland of Spokane. Jack was preceded in death by his infant son, Mark, and sister, Peggy. The rosary will be recited at 7 p.m. Thursday at Vassar-Rawls Funeral Home of Lewiston. A funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Friday at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church, followed by a graveside service with military honors at Lewis-Clark Memorial Gardens. Elizabeth Pierce, 52, born in Orofino Elizabeth (Liz) Pierce of Lewiston passed away Tuesday, Oct. 25, 2011, surrounded by her family and friends. 
Elizabeth Jane DeForest was born Aug. 15, 1959, in Orofino, to Joyce and Gerald Lee DeForest. She graduated from Lewiston High School in 1977. Liz had a huge heart and believed in helping others, as she always did. Liz married David Simpson, and they later divorced. She married Samuel (Ed) Pierce June 24, 1984. Liz is survived by her husband, Ed; her sons and their families, Timothy and Mel DeForest of Clarkston, and Jerry and Corine DeForest of Lewiston; her mother, Joyce Payton of Kamiah; her sisters, Harriet Kalm of Lewiston, Aurora and Ken Riley of Clarkston, WA, and Melinda Carranza of Clarkston; her brothers, Calvin Hines of Kamiah, and Gerald and Melanie Hines of Lewiston; seven grandchildren; one great-granddaughter; many nieces and nephews; and great-nieces, and great-nephews. Liz was preceded in death by her father, Gerald, and her stepfather, Gale Payton. There will be a service for Liz's family and close friends at 1 p.m. Saturday at the Lewiston Community Center. Bring your favorite covered dish. Vassar-Rawls Funeral Home and Crematory in Lewiston is caring for arrangements. Photo: Elizabeth Pierce Thelma Z. McPherson, 98, formerly of Clearwater County Thelma Snyder Stevens McPherson, the widow of John J. Stevens and James B. McPherson, died of infirmities of age at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center in Lewiston Thursday, Oct. 13, 2011.  She was born at Fraser to Henry C. and Ella Smith Snyder. The family moved to Fords Creek, Orofino and then to Pierce, where she went to grade school and high school. She attended Lewiston Normal School (now Lewis-Clark State College) and the University of Idaho at Moscow, and graduated from Idaho State College at Pocatello. Thelma taught school for many years at Bliss, Boise, Pierce and Kamiah, and in Girdwood, AK. In 1963, she was awarded the first certificate of appreciation in recognition of 13 years of devoted service to the public school children of Idaho. She continued to teach until 1980. She lived most of her life at Pierce and Kamiah. She moved to Myrtle in May 1993. Thelma enjoyed bowling, gardening and the outdoors. She is survived by two daughters, Ella E. Joyce of Cavendish and Carol J. Brown of Myrtle; six grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; and five great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by two brothers, Howard W. and Leo B. Snyder; and two sisters, Ruby Halliday and Opal Walsvig. A graveside service will be conducted at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the Pierce Cemetery. Vassar-Rawls Funeral Home in Lewiston is caring for arrangements. Photo: Thelma Z. McPherson Stephen Douglas Pruitt, 58, formerly of Orofino Stephen Douglas Pruitt was born on October 21, 1952 in Moscow. He was the only child of Wilmer Wesley Pruitt and Lucille Poore Pruitt. Always an Idaho native, Steve was raised in Orofino and Kamiah along the Clearwater River in the northern part of the state. 
He received his Bachelor of Architecture from University of Idaho, Moscow in May 1977. Steve was active in the Greek system at U of I as a proud Sigma Nu. He met Collett Marie Warren, an Alpha Phi, the first week of their freshman year. They began dating their sophomore year, and in August 1975, the two were married in Collett's hometown of Elko, NV. Upon graduation, Collett and Steve car camped across Europe and Scandinavia for four months before settling in Coeur d'Alene. In July 1978 they moved to the Wood River Valley where they raised both of their daughters. Gariety Warren Pruitt was born May 1984, and Kaley Warren Pruitt arrived February 1988. Both girls affectionately called him 'Papa'. Steve's father 'Bus' passed away December 1987, and he lost his mother December 2010. Steve and Collett moved to the Wood River Valley so Steve could practice residential architecture. He was a licensed, registered, AIA architect for 33 years, designing homes in California, Nevada, the Pacific Northwest and even Arkansas. He designed the family's current home in Zinc Spur in 1983 where the girls grew up and still come home to today. He founded his own firm Architecture Plus in 1986. Steve was passionate about designing creative and functional homes. He formed many lifelong friendships during his career; he had an innate ability to listen, envision, and enable his clients to realize their ideal homes. Throughout his life, Steve firmly believed in contributing to the communities he lived in. Always enthusiastic, he was an avid parent volunteer during Gariety and Kaley's entire school careers. From leading the architectural project at Hemingway to repainting the hallways of WRHS, he enjoyed being an active father. Within the community, he also served with: Blaine County Planning & Zoning, Lions Club, Sawtooth City Homeowners Association, Building Contractors Association of the Wood River Valley, Mountain States Chapter of AIA, Laughing Stock Theatre Company, Ketchum Arts Commission, Wood River Economic Partnership, and Ketchum Community Development Corporation. Recently he was particularly proud of his role in the creation of the Ketchum Town Square, Art on 4th, and the Kagan Park. His adventurous soul led him to many places in the world. He and Collett have fond memories of their travels to Europe, the Caribbean, and India. He cherished the Sawtooth Basin and camped with his family at their property in Smiley Creek every summer. As the girls grew up, the Pruitts took many memorable family trips to the National Parks of the West and the big cities on both coasts. Steve also backpacked with friends and took annual trips with Kaley throughout the state of Idaho. While Gariety was living in South America, Steve and Kaley visited her in Paraguay and together they hiked the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu in Peru. His adventures at home included creative cooking and being behind the wheel of his treasured 1914 Model T 'Toady'. Steve had a love for the stage, and it developed into quite the family affair. Over the years, all four Pruitts performed side by side. He was a familiar face in many Laughing Stock productions, beginning with his first chorus role in 1979 in Mame. Some of his most favorite roles were: Nicely Nicely in Guys & Dolls, Will in Oklahoma, the Coach in Damn Yankees, Sancho in Man of La Mancha, a townsman in Christmas Carol, and of course, the Emcee in Cabaret. As the theater became a second home for the Pruitts, the fellow players became, and always will be, their second family. Steve's love for his girls has been his motivating force throughout his adult life. This was most apparent when he was diagnosed with a malignant aggressive sarcoma in his spine in July of 2010. He withstood radiation, a one-of-a kind tumor resection surgery, chemotherapy, clinical trials, and alternative medicine. He was treated with skill and compassion at the Mountain State Tumor Institute in both Twin Falls and Boise, and most extensively at Dana Farber Cancer Institute in Boston. Through the grace and generosity of family friends in Newton, the Pruitts were able to enjoy a lot of time together in this crucial year. Steve and Collett watched proudly as their daughters began their careers in New York City. Gariety is pursing Dual Master's Degrees in Elections & Campaign Management and Latin American & Latino Studies at Fordham University. After graduating from Florida State University with a Bachelor of Fine Arts, Kaley is now dancing and choreographing professionally as well as working in arts administration. Despite Steve's brave and difficult battle, treatments did not stop the growth of the tumors. The Pruitts returned to the Valley to enjoy its beautiful Indian Summer with family and friends. Just before dawn on Monday October 3rd, Steve passed peacefully at his Zinc Spur home surrounded by Collett, Gariety, Kaley, and their beloved dog Mavis. There will be a celebration of Steve's life on his birthday, Friday Oct. 21, 2011. It will be held at the NexStage Theatre starting at 7 p.m., with the program beginning at 8:30 pm. In lieu of flowers, Collett, Gariety, and Kaley suggest a memorial donation to Laughing Stock Theatre Company or Hospice and Palliative Care of the Wood River Valley. Although his time was too short in years, his life was lived fully; Steve will always be remembered and celebrated by those who knew and loved him. Photo: Stephen Douglas Pruitt Thomas R. Pease passed away Wednesday, Oct. 5, 2011, at Tri-State Memorial Hospital in Clarkston. He was surrounded by his family at the time of his passing. Tom was born Jan. 24, 1928, in Spokane, WA, to Alice Gilbert Pease and Richard C. Pease. He grew up on the family farm near Lenore. As a young boy of 14, he worked for the railroad at Lenore. Tom went to school in Lenore, Orofino and Lapwai, leaving school at age 17 to enlist in the U.S. Army during World War II. 
He trained in Fort Lewis, WA, and served with the 65th Combat Engineers, attached to the 25th Infantry Division on the island of Honshu, Japan, reaching the rank of corporal. He was honorably discharged in 1947, moved to Clarkston, WA, and began working at Solberg-Currie Olds auto dealership. It was during this time that Tom met his true love, Irene Adamson. They married June 4, 1948, and celebrated their 63rd anniversary this year. Through the following years Tom worked a variety of businesses including: Kauffman Buick, Tom Smiths Nut Shop, Singer Sewing Co., Seven-Up sales and delivery, and Crescent Manufacturing. Tom and Irene purchased the Clarkston Heights Market in 1960 and ran it until 1964. He also worked in sales at Gray Buick for several years. In 1967, Tom began a new phase in his life when he began employment with the National Bank of Commerce as a loan officer. Tom enjoyed his time with the bank, through the mergers with Rainier and eventually SeaFirst, until he retired in 1982. Tom was a 49-year member of the Elk's Lodge of Lewiston. He was a longtime member of the Clarkston Moose Lodge, spent 41 years in the Clarkston Lions Club, was Lion of the year in 1983-84, co-Lion of the year 1992-93 and took particular pride in his responsibility as sight chairman for 21 years. He was also a life member of the Clarkston Veterans of Foreign Wars. Tom enjoyed hunting and fishing in his younger years - training and instilling respect for the outdoors in his children. He loved to entertain his friends and family with jokes, stories and personal anecdotes. The boys at Station 3 coffee club will never be the same without Tom. He will be greatly missed by all. Tom was preceded in death by his parents and his brother, Robert J. Pease. He is survived by his wife, Irene; his children, Mike Pease and wife Mickey of Phoenix, AZ, Stan Pease and wife Kristi of Snohomish, WA, Resa Whittum and husband Ron, and Rob Pease and wife Kelly, all of Clarkston; and the delight of his life, his six grandchildren, Ryan and Thomas Whittum, Justin and Trevor Pease, and Rob and Lorie Alexander; and four great-grandchildren, Emma and Kacen Whittum and Josh and Emily Alexander. Private interment services for family will be conducted at 1 p.m. Friday at Normal Hill Cemetery in Lewiston. All are welcome for a memorial service to be conducted at 2 p.m. Sunday at the Moose Lodge in Clarkston. The family asks that you come with your stories as we toast Tom's journey through life. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the VFW, Clarkston Lions Club Sight Program, Elks Rehabilitation programs or a charity of the donor's choosing. Photo: Thomas R. Pease James Edward Lawrence Jr., 54 James went to be with our creator Saturday, Oct. 8, 2011. James was born to James and Verna Bernice Lawrence Dec. 12, 1956, in Clarkston, WA. 
His family home was in Lapwai. He attended grade schools in the Lapwai area and high school at Chemawa Indian School in Salem, OR He later attended welding school at United Tribes Technical School in Bismarck, ND, where he met Natalie Little Owl. James and Natalie were married in April 1981 and gave life to his only child, Jaime Nadell Lawrence, but divorced in 1984. James was an enrolled member of the Nez Perce Tribe. He enjoyed being with family and friends, listening to music and watching movies. He was a very giving and friendly man who was always smiling and had much love for his family. James is survived by his daughter, Jaime Lawrence-Bad Bear; son-in-law, Vincent Bad Bear; and granddaughter, Jaivin Bad Bear; all of Crow Agency, MT; brothers, Bruce and Roger Lawrence, both of Lapwai; sisters, Mary Lawrence and Marcia Villegas, both of Lapwai; nieces and their spouses, Vestal and Antonio Smith, and Verna Taylor and Randall Higheagle, all of Lapwai; grand-nieces, Jasmine Smith, Asia Taylor, Kiara Smith and Kelani Smith, all of Lapwai; and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents, James Sr. and Verna Bernice; maternal grandparents, Caleb and Mary Carter; paternal grandparents, Osias and Ellen Lawrence; and nephew, Michael Taylor Jr. The family would like to thank the staff and doctors at the Clearwater Health and Rehabilitation Center in Orofino for their care. A memorial was conducted at the Pi Nee Waus Community Center in Lapwai. Funeral services were Wednesday, also at the Pi Nee Waus Community Center, followed by the burial at the Nez Perce Tribal Cemetery and dinner at the Pi Nee Waus Community Center. Vassar-Rawls Funeral Home of Lewiston is in charge of the arrangements. Photo: James Edward Lawrence Jr. Henry 'Mike' Morrison, 76, Orofino Henry (Michael H.) Morrison the "miracle man",got his last "Miracle" of all--he went to be with the Lord on Friday, Oct. 7, 2011. This ended 17 1/2 years of fighting ill health here on earth. 
He was born in Garfield, AR, April 17, 1935 to Virgil and Nova (Duke) Morrison. Mike married Patricia A. Pedersen on April 17, 1957 in Boise. Their three precious children were also born in Boise. Mike did many things in his working life and allwere done with much gusto. In his retirement years he especially enjoyed his family, fishing, mowing the field and growing tomatoes. He is survived by his wife, Pat, at their Orofino home. He is also survived by his daughter Debbie (Tim) Ringer of Grangeville; sons, Michael Steven Morrison of Pocatello and Daniel Scott Morrison of Anchorage, AK; brother-in law, Max L. Pedersen in Alaska; four grandchildren, Michael Brandon (Kandi) Morrison, Kendra Marie (Josh) Nelson, Jenifer Nicole Morrison and Jordan Ann Leininger; plus three great-grandchildren, Alexis, Michael Alan and Ezekiel; and a niece and two nephews in Arizona and California. He also leaves behind a dear friend, Wayne 'Perk' Perkins, Orofino, and an old high school buddy, Floyd Gambrel of Eden. He is now in the arms of those who preceded him in death; his parents and his sister, Virgie Pedersen Truchot. At his request no services are planned. His ashes and the ashes of his beloved poodle, Foxy, will be spread over the open field at his home on Eureka Ridge. We miss you, but are so grateful your struggles and pain are over--now you can run and frolic with your little Foxy that you missed so much. Rest in Peace. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel and Crematory are caring for arrangements. Photo: Henry 'Mike' Morrison Joann K. Hansen, 79, formerly of Clearwater County Joann K. Hansen of Asotin passed away Sunday, Oct. 9, 2011, at Riverview Residential Care Center of a brain tumor. Joann was born Dec. 23, 1931, to Josef Schmid and Clara Pritchard in Fraser.  Josef went back to Germany and could not return because of the outbreak of World War II. Clara married the Rev. Emmett Bonner Feb. 1, 1934. Joann had five brothers, Emmett Lee, Tim, Terry, Jim and Philip. She also had three sisters, Joy, Mona and Willy Jo. Albert Hansen and Joann were married April 2, 1949. Through the years, she worked in the logging camps and worked in the office for Potlatch as a key-punch operator. She was a substitute teacher for area schools, and she taught piano lessons every morning that they lived in Headquarters. Joann loved her family and God with all of her heart, mind and soul. Joann and Ab traveled all over the world helping as missionaries; their favorite place was in the Philippines. Joann was the person who people called when they needed prayer. It didn't matter what time of day that you needed prayer, she was always available. Joann held several positions in Aglow. Her love and compassion for women shined through whenever she found a woman in need. Joann loved to be outdoors doing something. She loved to hunt, fish, go camping with her family, gardening and skiing. She was a great decorator and loved to change the appearance of her home with various antiques and treasures from her children and grandchildren. She always tried to go to all of the grandkids' concerts and activities. Her grandkids called her Gigi. Ab and Joann have five children whom they raised in the Headquarters area: Chuck, who is deceased, and his widow Lonna of Lewiston; Kim and his wife Yolanda of Gig Harbor, WA; Quinn Hansen of Clarkston, WA; Craig and his wife Jeanne of Lewiston; and Scott and his wife Cheri of Lewiston. Ab and Joann have 15 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren. Joann was also preceded in death by her husband Ab; brother, Emmett Lee Bonner; sister, Joy Bullock; and grandson, Shon Hansen. Condolences to the family may be sent to www.merchantfuneralhome.com. A celebration of life will be conducted at 5 p.m. Saturday at the Abundant Life Church in Clarkston. Photo: Joann K. Hansen Clifford Logan Immel, Jr., 83, Ahsahka Clifford Logan Immel, Jr., 83, Ahsahka, passed away Tuesday, Oct. 5, 2011 at Clearwater Valley Hospital in Orofino. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel and Crematory, Orofino, is caring for arrangements. Henry Leroy 'Roy)' Clay, 84, Orofino Henry Leroy 'Roy' Clay, longtime resident of Orofino, passed away Friday, Sept. 23, 2011, at Clearwater Valley Hospital in Orofino after a sudden and unexpected illness. His children were with him at his bedside when the good Lord called him home. 
Roy was born in Lewiston on Jan. 22, 1927 to William F. Clay and Marcelle Nadine Hengen. He was the oldest of three children. The family relocated to Portland, OR, during his high school years where he worked in the shipyards learning various trades and skills. After graduating from Franklin High School in Portland he attended Oregon State University in Corvallis studying engineering. Roy married Rose Marie Lenz December 28, 1947. Having missed Idaho, Roy and Rose moved to Orofino where he worked in the Orofino Creamery. Roy also put his skills to work in the construction field where he built and remodeled many homes, including his own which he lived in at the time of his death. In 1957 Roy purchased the Fountain in Orofino and eventually decided to remodel it, renaming it the Ponderosa Restaurant. It later became the Ponderosa Restaurant and Brass Rail and is a thriving business today. On Nov. 10, 2002 Roy lost his wife and best friend of 55 years. Roy leaves behind his most precious gift of all, his three children who were the center of his life; Katherine (Kathy) Hanson and her husband, Larry, Lucinda (Cindy) Freeman and her husband, Fenton, and Michael H. Clay and his wife, Sandy all of Orofino. Other survivors of the family include seven grandchildren, Jeff Hanson, Boise; Janelle Burns, Portland; Rachell Larsen, Orofino; Stephanie Craner, Palmer, AK; Nikki Anderson, Orofino; Hope Coleman, Orofino; and Cory Medley, Orofino; and eleven great-grandchildren. Roy also leaves behind a half-brother, Allen Hengen, a half-sister, Joyce Hanson and a step-sister, Arlene Snowden. Throughout the years, Roy established friends all over the Northwest, many of them high ranking politicians who often sought advice from Roy regarding local issues. Roy cared about his community and cared even more for the people who lived in Orofino. To help make a difference, he ran for City Council in 1970 and won. In 1974 he ran for Mayor and served twelve years as the Chief Elected Official of Orofino. After a break in Public Service, he was asked to fill a vacancy on the City Council which he accepted. He subsequently won re-election and was running for the City Council again at the time of his death. Between being Mayor and his tenure on the City Council, he served a total of 28 years as a public servant. The only thing he cherished more was his family, his business at the Ponderosa and his love of flying. Oh, how he loved to fly. Roy served as President of the Orofino Chamber of Commerce as well as President of the North Idaho Chamber of Commerce (NICC). The NICC is a non-partisan organization that has enormous influence with the Idaho Legislature. He believed in standing up and making his voice heard, especially if proposed legislation impacted local government or private sector businesses. Throughout the years he was asked to run for the State Legislature but declined. He remained nonpartisan because he felt he could better serve his community and business environment without taking heated sides. Roy received many awards throughout his lifetime. Other than his children and family, he was proud of his work trying to ameliorate the jurisdictional differences between the Nez Perce Tribe and many public entities in North Central Idaho. As a result of his dedication and perseverance, Harvard University awarded him an Executive Leadership Certificate. As a result, he and three other individuals from North Central Idaho were asked to speak before the Harvard Law School, the Harvard Business School, Harvard faculty and the students during a week-long speaker tour relating to conflict resolution. What Roy didn't know was that there were world renowned professionals from all over the globe in attendance looking for new strategies dealing with conflict. They couldn't figure out what was working in North Central Idaho. It was a very positive week where he and his group showed extraordinary leadership. Final services will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, Sept. 30, at the Best Western Lodge in Orofino. Pine Hills Funeral Home in Orofino is in charge of the arrangements. Burial will take place in Lewiston at Lewis-Clark Memorial Gardens. Memorial donations may be sent to Clearwater Valley Hospital, 301 Cedar Street, Orofino, ID 83544. Elvita Judd, 90, formerly of Fraser Elvita Judd passed away Saturday, Sept. 24, 2011, at age 90 of age related causes. Born Anna Elvita Green on July 23, 1921 in Blaine, KS, she was the 13th child of James and Josephine Green. Elvita moved to the Fraser area in 1939 where she met Claud R. Judd. They were married Sept. 20, 1941 and raised five children together. They celebrated their 65th wedding anniversary before Claud passed away in 2007. In their early life together, Elvita was a mother and homemaker while Claud worked at Schmidt's lumber mill and helped his father farm. Later, they took over the family homestead and became life long farm people. After retiring they remained living there. Elvita was very active in the local community.: She belonged to the Fraser Ladies Get Together Club, Clearwater County Homemaker Extension Club, Clearwater Valley Hospital Auxiliary, and was the Fraser News reporter for the Clearwater Tribune for many years. She was a 60-year member of the Fraser Grange, a leader in the Fraser Boosters 4-H club for 50 years and in 2001 she was inducted into the Idaho 4-H Hall of Fame. She was a good cook and known in the community for her pies and in 1968 was chosen Clearwater County Homemaker of the year. She also received numerous awards at the Clearwater County Fairs. While Claud served in the Idaho Legislature, she was a member of the Idaho Legisladies group. She was appointed by then Governor Cecil D. Andrus to serve for three days in place of then Senator Marguerite McLaughlin. Elvita took pride each year in her beautiful flower garden and had a big vegetable garden which provided canned food for the family. She enjoyed playing cards and hosting people for dinners and gatherings. She was an active member of Our Lady of the Woodland Catholic Church in Pierce. She was a hard worker, very good mother, and loved spending time with her family. She was preceded in death by her parents; 12 siblings; husband, Claud; and son, Melvin. Survivors include sons, Larry (Cindy) Judd and Don (Sharon) Judd of Lewiston, Howard (Diane) Judd of Coeur d'Alene and daughter, Loretta Judd of Spokane, WA. Elvita is also survived by grandchildren Dave, Toni, David, Cara, Kristin, Leanne, Julie, Brian, Raina, Matt, Brett and Scott and 12 great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 28, at Pine Hills Funeral Chapel in Orofino. Burial will follow at the Fraser Cemetery and a potluck dinner will be at the Fraser Community Center afterwards. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be sent to the Fraser Community Center in care of Marie Armitage, 234 Jackson Rd., Orofino, Idaho 83544 or charity of your choice. Photo: Elvita Judd Lester Franklin Steward, 47, Orofino  Lester Franklin Steward, Orofino, passed away Monday, Sept. 19, 2011 at Clearwater Valley Hospital in Orofino. He was taken from us with our dad and younger brother Timothy beside him leading him into the arms of heaven. He was 47. He was born Oct. 21, 1963 in Orofino to Vena and Bill Steward. He graduated from Orofino High School in 1983 and from Lewis-Clark State College as a computer drafter in 2000, acquiring a job with Cuddy and Associates immediately thereafter. He took all his tasks seriously and showed diligence and pride in every one ensuring they met all their deadlines. He was a precise draftsman, loving his job and co-workers. Lester is survived by his mother, Vena Steward; brothers, Billy and wife Chris, Ken, Ron and Jon; sisters, Dena Rose and Tracia Young.; many nieces and nephews and great-nieces and great-nephews. He took special moments with each one of them giving them all cherished memories and loved making each one feel as if they were his favorite. He will be forever be loved and missed while he walks in heaven with all our loved ones, dad and Timmy by his side and his aunts and uncles and grandparents holding him in their comfort. We love you Lester and we're so grateful to call you our brother. A memorial service will be held Friday, Sept. 23, at 11 a.m. at Covenant House Christian Center, 12517 Hartford Ave. in Orofino. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel and Crematory is in care of arrangements. Photo: Lester Franklin Steward Gary James Stewart, 71, Weippe Gary James Stewart, 71, Weippe, died Wednesday, Sept. 14, 2011, at Clearwater Valley Hospital in Orofino of sudden heart failure. We lost our wonderful husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, brother, uncle and friend. He touched lots of hearts in his life time. 
He was born Dec. 31, 1939 in Orofino to Stella and Leonard Stewart. He has five siblings, Beryl and (Hank) Spencer of Pierce, Leonard and (Janet) Stewart of Coeur d'Alene, Anita and (Bill) Lear of Peck, Neona and (John) Davis of Pierce and Richard and Judy Stewart of Lewiston. He has many nephews and nieces that love him very much. He would do anything for them. He married the love of his life, Shirley Stout on May 13, 1966 in Weippe. They have two daughters, Betty and (John) Stinson of Pierce and Ronda and (Leo) Binder of Orofino; five grandchildren, Gary and Cheri Stewart, John Stinson, Brandon and Nikki Binder; five great grandchildren, Jordon, Tyson, Jaimie, Alyssa and Leighton. Gary and Shirley lived at Grangemont for 32 years before moving to Weippe where they lived at the time of his death. They spent 45 years together. Gary worked many different jobs in his lifetime. He enjoyed logging the most. He retired in 2002. He enjoyed having the grandchildren around. He always called them his babies. He always made sure his family was taken care of, even if it meant he went without. Gary loved to go camping, fishing, hunting and riding his 4-wheeler and going on long rides with his sons-in-law and grandsons. He always called his grandsons by Hey #1 (Gary), Hey #2 (John) and Hey #3 (Brandon). Services for Gary will be Friday, Sept. 23, at 1 p.m. at the Weippe Community Hall. A potluck will follow. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel is in charge of arrangements. On Sunday, Sept. 25, 2011, the family is having a private celebration of Gary's life to spread his ashes. I cried when you passed away, although I loved you dearly, I couldn't make you stay. A golden heart stopped beating, hard working hands at rest. God broke my heart to prove to me he only takes the best. Dad's Gone Fishing I went for a walk the morning after my dad passed away. The angels started to cry with me as I walked, I wasn't alone. I felt strong arms around me. It was the Lord and he said to me don't cry my child your dad is with me now and going fishing. I had to laugh to myself who says God doesn't have a sense of humor, and he's taking my dad fishing.--by Daddy's Little Girl, Ronda Photo: Gary James Stewart Leroy A. Altmiller, 76, former Clearwater County Sheriff Leroy A. Altmiller, longtime resident of Lewiston, passed away Friday, Sept. 16, 2011, at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center in Lewiston after a long struggle with cancer. He was born in Ahsahka, Oct. 9, 1934, to Albert and Ruth Altmiller. He was the oldest of four children.  He spent his youth working in the woods and exploring the North Fork of the Clearwater River. He graduated from Orofino High School, where he lettered in boxing, baseball, football and track. Leroy met his future wife, Janice Maxwell, when he was nine years old, on a trip to visit his cousin. When Leroy returned from his service in the U.S. Marine Corps during the Korean War, the two married in 1955 and moved to Bremerton, WA, where they welcomed their eldest son, Jon. They soon moved back to Kamiah, where Leroy served in local law enforcement as an officer and later as chief of police. There, they welcomed their second son, Jerry. The family moved to Headquarters and later to Orofino, after Leroy was elected Clearwater County Sheriff, serving for 10 years. The family then moved to Lewiston, where Leroy acted as security director of Potlatch Corp. for almost 20 years. He was a respected member of the law enforcement community nationwide and is remembered as a just, strong man. He loved the outdoors and spent as much time as he could fishing, hunting and camping. He shared his enthusiasm and knowledge of archery and guns with many in the community, running an archery shop after retirement and offering hunting advice. Leroy was a master-class competitive shooter and taught many law enforcement officials and young shooters, including all three of his granddaughters, this skill. Leroy was a loving husband, and devoted father and grandfather. Leroy was a member of St. James Catholic Church and active in the Knights of Columbus until his health began to decline. He is survived by his siblings, Darla Alteneder, Sharon Walk and Robert Altmiller; as well as numerous nieces and nephews; his wife of 56 years, Janice Maxwell Altmiller; his daughters-in-law, Jean Cleto Altmiller and Carolyn Altmiller Copeland; his granddaughters, Amy Altmiller Eddy and husband Kevin Eddy, Jennifer Altmiller Kaufman and husband Joe Kaufman, and Amanda Altmiller Wilkins and husband Jerry Wilkins; grandson, Jacob Denny; and his great-grandchildren, Noah, Kate and Glory Eddy, Sam and Natalie Kaufman, and Jolie Altmiller; as well as another great-granddaughter, Peyton Wilkins, who is due to arrive near what would have been Leroy's 77th birthday. He was preceded in death by his two sons, Jon and Jerry Altmiller. We know the three of them are having a joyful reunion up in heaven. A vigil will be conducted 6:30 p.m. Friday at St. James Catholic Church, and a memorial service will be conducted at 11 a.m., Saturday at the church. Memorial gifts may be made to American Cancer Society or the charity of the giver's choice. Photo: Leroy A. Altmiller Ellen Wisdom, 79, Weippe Ellen Wisdom, long time resident of the Weippe area, passed away Friday, Sept. 16, 2011, at Providence St. Mary's Medicall Center in Walla Walla, WA, surrounded by her children. 
Ellen was born Aug. 19, 1932 to Jess and Marie Stout in Twin Falls. She married Glen Jones Aug. 7, 1947. They had six children. The marriage later ended in divorce. Ellen married Jake Wisdom in June 1977. She became widowed in Decmber of 1991. Ellen was a member of the Rebekahs Lodge in Weippe, serving as Noble Grand and Chaplin in 1990. She was nominated and received the Decoration of Chivalry by her sisters of Rebekahs. Ellen worked as a school bus driver for the Weippe School. She also worked with children with learning disabilities. She assisted in the dietary program for the first kindergarten class in Weippe. Ellen is survived by her children: Connie and Steve Spencer, Kathy and Rick McIntosh, of Weippe, Steve and Melody Jones and Troy and Amy Jones of Walla Walla, Dawn Thompson of Waldport, OR, Allen and Viola Wisdom of Grangeville, Yvonne and Jim Logan of Hermiston, OR, Ron and Connie Wisdom of Lewiston, Dan and Grace Grigsby of Irigon, OR, Pauline and Jerry Hill and Marline Sanders of Boise; many grandchildren and great grandchildren who she loved. She was preceded in death by her parents Jess and Marie Stout; her husband, Jake Wisdom; and two of her children, Debbie Jones and Arthur Jones, Jr. Pine Funeral Chapel and Crematory of Orofino is in charge of arrangements. Memorial services will be held Saturday, Sept. 24, at 11 a.m. at Pine Hills. Photo: Ellen Wisdom Lois Anne Hoffman, 84 Lois Anne Hoffman, former Winchester resident, died of renal failure Monday, Sept. 12, 2011, at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center in Lewiston. Lois was born April 26, 1926, in Cottonwood to Dr. William C. and Gladys McGrath Loft. In 1944, she graduated from St. Gertrude's Academy in Cottonwood. She was set up on a successful date with Donald J. Hoffman by his sister Marie. Don and Lois were married July 28, 1945, and they survived the arrangement for 41 years! She lived next door to her mother-in-law during those years and they became the best of friends. 
Lois was a longtime member of Our Lady of Lourdes Parish in Lewiston. She is survived by her children, Tricia Hoffman of Boulder Creek, CA, Judi and Rich Puckett of Lewiston, Bob and Jill Hoffman of Bend, OR, Lori and Tim Tautfest of Craigmont, Rick and Carla Hoffman of Winchester, and Marci Hoffman of Clarkston, WA; 15 grandchildren, Alissa, Ryan, Jason, Jeremy, Brianne, Brandon, Eric, Britney, Jennifer, Justin, Mark, Alyson, Joshua, Heather and Destiny, and their spouses; 22 great-grandchildren; a brother, Bill Loft of Lenore; brother-in-law, Vern Uptmor of Lewiston; sisters-in-law, Jan Loft and Rita Loft, both of Spokane, WA; and many nieces and nephews. Preceding Lois in death were her parents; husband, Don; her brothers, Robert and David Loft; and sisters, Dorothy Haas and Mary (Kaye) Uptmor. As a young woman Lois had her first flying experience doing barrel rolls in a two-seater open cockpit plane. She loved it! This gave her and Don, a U.S. Army Air Corps staff sergeant, something fun to talk about! Lois spent most of her married life taking care of her family of six in Winchester, just "The" look in her eye meant you better stop doing that; she never had to raise her voice. She was quite an accomplished artist, creating pencil drawings and oil paintings. Dancing was another favorite. Lois and her brother, Bob, were hometown jitterbug champions. She danced with Don anytime she could get him on the dance floor. In 1978, Lois was hired by Dr. John Dertinger, dentist, as office manager for his practice. She thought she didn't have the skills to do the job as "just a mom" but spent 20 years in that role. She loved working with the staff and talking with the patients - many of whom became great friends. After retiring at age 71, she enjoyed many travels with her sister, Kaye, her friend, Wilma Greene, and a special highlight, vacationing in Australia with her daughter, Trish. She also enjoyed many visits with other family members. A memorial service will be conducted for Lois at 10:30 a.m. Thursday at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church in Lewiston. Memorial contributions may be made to Operation Smile, Winchester Quick Response, Paralyzed Veterans or a favorite charity. She was dearly loved and will be missed by all! Vassar-Rawls Funeral Home of Lewiston is handling arrangements. Photo: Lois Anne Hoffman Randall Lee McHaffie, 64, Orofino Randall Lee McHaffie, 64, Orofino, passed away Wednesday, Sept. 7, 2011 at his residence. Memorial services will take place at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Sept. 17, in Orofino at Big Eddy Marina. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel and Crematory is caring for arrangements. Frances Alberta Fry, 90, born at Grangemont Frances Alberta Danner Fry was born Dec. 21, 1920, and left this Earth to join her husband in heaven on Sunday, Sept. 4, 2011, at her home in Life Care Center of Lewiston. She was born in Grangemont, the oldest girl of 14 children, to Ethel and Warren Danner. 
She is survived by her siblings, Harriet Fullerton, Ethel Brownfield, Martha Osborne, Norma McCumber, June Geidl, Robert Danner, Joyce Haley and Elmer Danner. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Harry L. Fry; her parents; and her siblings, Lawrence, Earl, Laurel, Wayne and Leslie Danner. She is also survived by her children, Karen and Jerry Lundin of Helena, MT, Shelley and Bruce Dyer of Lewiston, and Larry and Sheri Fry of Meridian; and her grandchildren, Kris and Rob Hamann, Lenny and Connie Lundin, Ericka Jenkins, Ken and Heather Dyer, Jaymee and Jim Laws, Tyler Fry and Kelli Fry; and great-grandchildren, Austin, Devin and Logan Lundin, Hannah and Carly Jenkins, Paige, Emma, Audrey and Rosie Dever and Katie Dyer. She and Harry were married Feb. 28, 1942, in Lewiston. She was a strong and extremely resourceful little woman who was called on to take care of everything when Harry was seriously injured in World War II. For the two years that he was in the hospital recovering, she worked and cared for their daughter Karen. Later, she and Harry had daughter Shelley and then son Larry. Throughout her life, Frances worked hard. She liked to keep busy, and was an accomplished seamstress and gardener. She canned, baked, knitted and crocheted. Crocheting was a huge part of her life and she donated more than 500 hand-crocheted lap robes to the Shriners Hospital, as well as making a personalized afghan for every member of her and Harry's families. She was an avid bowler for Seven-Up for many years. She was a member of the Daughters of the Nile, past worthy matron of the Order of Eastern Star, past president of Orchardettes Gardening Club and Veterans of Foreign Wars Auxiliary, and was a member of the Order of the Amaranth. She was very creative and did ceramics, beautiful paintings, and she loved to sing. She loved to travel and always kept her overnight bag packed and ready to go. She was willing to help anyone in need. In 2003, Frances went to live at Life Care Center in Lewiston. There she was loved and cared for, and referred to by most everyone as "Mama." Her family would like to extend a special thank-you to the nurses and aides who cared for her. Funeral services will be conducted at 10 a.m. Friday at Our Lady of Lourdes, 2015 13th Ave., Lewiston. Burial will follow at Normal Hill Cemetery. Funeral arrangements were handled by Vassar-Rawls Funeral Home of Lewiston. Memorial donations may be made to the Shriners Children's Hospital or the charity of your choice. Photo: Frances Alberta Fry Velma Louise Allen, 95 Our mom, grandma, great-grams and sister passed away peacefully in her sleep early Sunday morning, Sept. 4, 2011, at Guardian Angel Homes in Lewiston where she had been a resident since October 2010.  She was the oldest daughter of Carl E. and Sarah Alice McCorkle Bowles having been born in Craigmont June 30, 1916. As a young girl she liked to spend time on the Little Salmon River with her grandparents, James and Rozella Yarbrough McCorkle. She was a good swimmer and it was not unusual for her and her friends to swim across the Snake and Clearwater rivers often during the summer. She also liked playing baseball. She attended Lapwai grade school and Lewiston High School. She was a hard worker and did house cleaning when she was in her teens. She loved clothes and spent most of her money being fashionable. On Sept. 12, 1936, she and Earl Myers were married and shared a love of dancing, camping and fishing for 36 years. During the '40s, she worked in the box factory at Weyerhauser, and later C.C. Anderson's. A move to Asotin put her working for Bob and Thais Spickard at the grocery store. In 1950, Earl was transferred to Craigmont by McMonigle Chevrolet. Velma worked with him doing books and selling appliances. She was a gifted knitter and gave knitting lessons while in Craigmont. She enjoyed belonging to bridge club and entertaining. Velma was a gourmet cook. The Chevrolet garage closed in 1958 and they moved to Lewiston, where she managed Hughes dress shop and later was credit manager at J.C. Penney's. She enjoyed bowling and was on a team of Penney's employees for several years. In 1959, Earl won a trip to the Bahamas and they enjoyed it very much. Earl died suddenly in May 1972. She met an old acquaintance, Seeley Allen, and they married in September 1973. At this point she retired from Penney's, and she and Seeley started wintering in Southern California where they enjoyed golf and making new friends. They bought a 24-foot camper and loved going to the North Fork and camping on Weitas Creek. Her favorite camp was Three Rivers, and she had a special "hole" on the Lochsa where she always caught her limit. Seeley passed away in August 2007. Velma is survived by two daughters, Ula Rae and Gary Moser of Lewiston, and Marilyn and Bob Nelson of Bellevue, WA; eight grandchildren, Kelly and Trent Dibble of Bothell, WA, Kerry Moser of Colton, Marilee and Dave Finney of Coeur d'Alene, Mitch Moser of Lewiston, George and Jackie Moser of Kent, WA, Molly Powell of Lewiston, Lance and Kristina Nelson of Bellevue, and Stephanie and Dan Moen of Sandpoint; great-grandchildren, Ryan Dibble of Manhattan, NY, Chris Dibble of Savannah, GA, Ben Jacobs stationed at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base in Tucson, AZ, Kevin, Kensi and Clay Finney of Coeur d'Alene, Jacob and Allie Powell of Lewiston, Jonah and Caleb Moser of Kent, Ty and Ashby Nelson of Bellevue, and Ben and Nathan Moen of Sandpoint; and her sister, Geraldine (Ann) Hermann of Lewiston. She was preceded in death by her parents; both husbands, Earl Myers and Seeley Allen; brothers, Jim, L' Wayne, Harold and Francis Bowles; and a sister, Betty Lou Taylor. We greatly appreciate the wonderful care given to our mom by Guardian Angel Homes. You are the best! Also a very special thank you to Loretta Gietler and Irene Williams her caregivers before going to Guardian Angel Homes. Vassar-Rawls Funeral Home of Lewiston is in charge of the graveside service to be conducted at 11:30 a.m. Saturday at the Normal Hill Cemetery in Lewiston. In lieu of flowers, a donation to the Gina Quesenberry Foundation, 356 W. Reservoir Rd., Lewiston, ID 83501 would be appreciated. Photo: Velma Louise Allen Sharon Sue Weber, 56, formerly of Clearwater County Sharon passed on to be with loved ones in heaven on Tuesday, Aug. 30, 2011. She was born May 5, 1954, in Pomeroy, WA to Ed and Sue Smith.  She lived in Headquarters for five years before moving to Lewiston, where the family lived for eight years and then they returned to Headquarters. She attended grade school in Lewiston, Headquarters and Pierce, and high school at Timberline High School in Pierce. Sharon went on to complete two years at Walla Walla Community College, Clarkston Center, majoring in computer technology. Sharon fell in love with Jim Weber and they were married Sept. 23, 1972. They lived in various places of the region and settled in Lewiston. She was a member of St. John's Lutheran Church in Clarkston, WA. Sharon loved spending all the time that she could with her grandchildren, caring for them and making things for them. She was also very musical. Being outdoors, camping, riding four-wheelers and picking mushrooms and huckleberries were among a few of her favorite things to do - even though she never made it back to the car with many berries. Surviving Sharon are her husband, Jim Weber of Lewiston; daughter, Margie and Sean, and Jamie Weber; son, Josh and Mandi Weber; parents, Ed and Sue Smith; brothers, Ted and Lorrie Smith, and Dan and Terri Smith; eight grandchildren, Rusty, Janie, Kelsey, James, Sammy, Abbi, Graci and Jaron; and many nieces and nephews. "Sissy" was a one-of-a-kind, special person and we will all miss her dearly. A memorial service will be conducted at 2 p.m. Saturday at St. John's Lutheran Church, 1107 14th St. in Clarkston, with the Rev. David Naumann officiating. Mountain View Funeral Home is caring for arrangements. Photo: Sharon Sue Weber Charles 'Scott' Lefferts, 49, Weippe Charles 'Scott' Lefferts went to be with his Lord, on Aug. 25, 2011. He got his strength and courage to fight the battle of cancer from his Lord. He never lost his sense of humor during this time. 
Scott was born Dec. 17, 1961 to Charles and Judith Lefferts. He was raised in Weippe. On July 26, 1986, he married Kathy Olson. They loved each other and were "stuck" together like glue. Scott loved to hunt, fish, listen to music and spend many special hours with his family and friends. Scott is survived by his wife Kathy; his mother, Judith; sisters, Juanita and Wayne Gash, Tracy and Todd Stuffing; nephew Derek Reagan; and niece, Darci Reagan. When Scott married Kathy his family grew to include Billy, Jolean, and Karen Olson, John and Sue Wyatt, Nikki and Chad Towslee, Kacey, Chris, and Olivia Cagle and Mindy, Fred, and Wyatt Michaelscheck. He was preceded in death by his dad, Charlie Lefferts; grandparents, Elsie Allen, John Lefferts, Cecil Allen, Irene Diebel, Ernie Diebel; and father-in-law, Billy Olson. A memorial service will be at 11 a.m., Saturday Sept. 3, at the Weippe Wesleyan Church. Memorials may be sent to the Weippe Wesleyan Church, 1919 Musselshell Rd., Weippe, Idaho 83553. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel in caring for arrangements. Photo: Charles 'Scott' Lefferts Ward Lee Frost, 94 of Grangeville passed away peacefully Thursday, Aug. 25, 2011 at the Grangeville Health and Rehab. Center not far from where he was born on a homestead in 1916 on the Joseph Plains near Boles to Joseph and Myrtle Lee Hanks Frost. Ward was the third from the youngest of nine brothers and three sisters; he attended Spring Camp School riding a horse with Cassie Cox Warren until he got his own pony "Shorty". 
His father worked away from the homestead a lot so the family shared in running the ranch. Clarence, the second to oldest, took care of the stock. His mother ran a "tight ship" as dad said. They all packed pails and loaded water barrels on the pack string and hauled water for the garden. Their livelihood depended on the garden. Some winters they would drive the stock, load all the kids in a wagon and come spend the winter at Ward's grandparents place on Sunnyside up out of Lenore. Come spring, they would head up and over the Gifford Grade. The family spent some time in Pendleton, OR, where Ward's father worked for a natural gas plant. Ward's father was killed in a gas leak on July 3, 1925. The family brought their father home and buried him in Normal Hill. They sold the homestead and moved to Lewiston Orchards on Preston where his nephew Dale Frost and niece Rhonda Frost still live. Dad and Mom left the Red Bird Ranch and moved to town so dad could play baseball on the 1937 American Legion Team and he worked as a bartender at Canner's Inn. That never lasted, farming and ranching was in his blood, so back to Red Bird. Dad took the first Census and rode all the back country of Waha and back to the Salmon River on mom's horse Rocky. They covered a lot of miles. He said, he made about $400 and that was a lot of money. They left the farm in 1946 and bought the White Pine Bar in Weippe, and sold it in 1948 and moved to Orofino and mom and dad divorced. In 1951 Ward married Shirley Anthony and took in five kids, in 1951 he had a son, his only son, Jack. Shirley died in March of 1961; he then married Betty Lindstrom and family of seven. She passed away in 1992 in Nezperce, so he moved up to St. Maries and lived for 10 years with his daughter Sharon. They enjoyed hunting Floodwood together, camping and fishing. He raised his garden with Sharon. He knew his days were shorter, as he said, and moved to Woodland to spend time with his son Jack. His health got worse and he entered the nursing home in Grangeville. Dad loved his grandsons, Dee Peterschick of Plaza, Richard Priebe, Jess Matthis and Wade Matthis of Elk River, Danny, Jim and David Frost. He had a good time fishing and hunting with them. He loved his step grandkids and was "Gramp" to them all. He got real proud of his first born great great grandkids, Sarah, Libby, Hunter, Ashton, Jose and Maddie. Dad has friends far and wide. He loved to tell a good story! We will miss you Dad! So tell some good one's up there and we will all meet again. He leaves 4 grown children, 16 grand children, 20 great grandchildren and 7 great great grandchildren and lots of step grandkids and great step kids. At his request no services are planned. Arrangements are under the direction of the Blackmer Funeral Home of Grangeville. Photo: Ward Lee Frost Esther Holly Kirkland, 91, Orofino Esther Holly Kirkland, 91, Orofino, passed away at Clearwater Health and Rehab in Orofino Saturday, Aug. 20, 2011. Services are to be held at a later date in Walla Walla, WA. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel and Crematory in Orofino is caring for arrangements. Daniel G.R. Shreve, 67, Orofino Daniel G.R. Shreve, 67, Orofino, passed away Tuesday, Aug. 23, 2011, in Lewiston. A celebration of life/covered dish dinner will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Aug. 27, at 2682 Larson Rd., Weippe. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel is in charge of arrangements. Shirley Irene Harrington, 75, Orofino Shirley Irene Harrington was born Sept. 18, 1935 to Joseph William and Katherine Ann Kaberline in Denver, CO, and passed Aug. 12, 2011 after a long and courageous battle with cancer. Cancer may have won the battle, but Shirley won the war. Cancer could never change who she was.  She spent her early years in Colorado before the family moved to Fresno, CA. She married Albert Senior in October of 1955. The family moved to Los Angeles in 1962 were she worked at Jorgensen Steel. The marriage ended in divorce in 1973. She continued to work and raised her son and daughter. She married Bert Harrington in December of 1982. He convinced her to retire and travel with him. They settled in the area were he was raised. When she arrived in Orofino she fell in love with the river, the valley and the people. They operated Vacationland Hotel and RV Park on Highway 12. In 1995 they converted the park to Riverview Estates, a senior citizen's mobile home park and remodeled the hotel into a duplex. They continued to operate the business until it was purchased to enlarge the neighboring Canoe Camp site in 2002. Bert passed in May of 2005 and she decided to move into Brookside Landing. Because of her declining health, she moved to Clearwater Health and Rehabilitation in March of 2008. She dearly loved her "family" there. They became the children and grandchildren of her heart. She made the decision to spend her last days there surrounded by people that loved her as much as she loved them. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Bert and great-grandson, Austin Stump, great-granddaughter, Prudence Watson and nephew, James Dukes. She is survived by her son, Joseph (Cindy) Senior of Kingman, AZ, daughter, Christina Lymberopoulos (Mike Lee) of Orofino, brothers and sisters: George (Jan), Ted (Louanne), David (Lori), Don (Debbie), Jayne Dukes, La Jean Pendergrass of California and Joyce (Rex) Pevehouse of Orofino, Idaho, many nieces and nephews, nine grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren. Services will be held Saturday, Aug. 20, at Pine Hills at 11 a.m., interment at Riverside Cemetary and a potluck at the Senior Center at 12:30 p.m. Donations may be made to Clearwater Health and Rehabilitation Gazebo Fund 1204 Shriver Road Orofino, Idaho 83544. Photo: Shirley Irene Harrington Shirley Irene Harrington, 75, Orofino Shirley Irene Harrington, 75, Orofino, passed away Friday, Aug. 12, 2011 in Orofino. Funeral arrangements are pending with Pine Hills Funeral Chapel in Orofino. Vaudus Helm, 73, Orofino Vaudus Helm passed away on Aug. 8, 2011 at home with her two daughters by her side. She was born on Nov. 15, 1927 at Chester, Idaho to Oriah and Elsie Helm. She was raised on the farm with one brother and five sisters. She moved to Pocatello, Idaho at age 17 to work on the railroad with two of her sisters during World War II. 
She married Ted Winters, the boy next door on Feb. 28, 1947. They moved to California so that Ted could work at the race track with her brother Mosier. They had a daughter, Donna while living there. They returned to Chester to work on the family farm. A son, Curt and a daughter Teresa were born there. They later moved to Idaho Falls when Ted got a job there and raised their family there. She was living in Orofino at the time of her death. She was a wonderful mother, sister, grandmother and great-grandmother. She was the kind of person who always put others before herself. She made the best fried chicken and homemade bread in the world. She was very ill for years but never complained. She just enjoyed the time with her family and was thankful for the small pleasures in life. Her wonderful smile and special spirit will be missed very much. She was preceded in death by her parents; sisters, Delpha, Wanda, Naomi, Veva and Marcia, a brother Mosier; and a grandson, Roy Fonnesbeck. She is survived by daughters, Teresa Van Kirk (Robert Van Kirk) and Donna Fonnesbeck (Dee Fonnesbeck), and son Curt Winters; five grandchildren, Andrea Fonnesbeck, Lyndee Aardema, Brittany Goetz, Sean Moen and Randy Pardini and three great grandchildren, Bradley, Ava and Ella. Services will held at the Orofino Ward of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 13610 Fremont Ave., on Friday Aug. 19, at 11 a.m. Interment will be at the Wells Bench Cemetery. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel caring for funeral arrangements. Photo: Vaudus Helm Robert Jett Hohnstein, 79, Cardiff Spur Robert Jett Hohnstein passed away peacefully Friday, Aug. 5, 2011, at Life Care Center in Lewiston, of renal failure. He was 79. He was born at the family home in Elk Creek, Clearwater County, March 23, 1932, to Fredrick and Daisy May Laws. He was adopted as a child by Henry Hohnstein after his father's death. He was raised in Cardiff Spur and attended school in Pierce. Robert married June Ellen Knapton Feb. 19, 1951, in Lewiston. They made their family home in Cardiff Spur and shared 36 years together, having six children. June passed away in February 1987. 
He married Alysann Anderson in December 1987 and they continued to live in Cardiff until moving to Lewiston. He worked for Potlatch mill in Headquarters as a loader operator for 41 years until his retirement. Robert was an active member of the First Baptist Church of Pierce. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and gardening. After retirement, he enjoyed buying, restoring and selling items at his yard sales. He liked riding his Schwinn motor scooter around Lewiston, and looked forward to visits with his family and friends. Surviving are his wife, Alysann of Lewiston; his children, Roger and Kyoko Hohnstein of Portland, OR, Bob and Hildie Hohnstein of Lewiston, Susan and Jim Gustin of Orofino, Dianna and Mike Reece of Waitsburg, WA, Rory Hohnstein of Clarkston, WA and Karen and Todd Wilson of Post Falls; his grandchildren, Yashuhiro Yamamoto, Ashley Reece, Wesley Hohnstein, Samantha Gustin, Kasen and Kanyon Hohnstein, and Tyler, Jensen and Jaxsen Wilson; a sister-in-law, Lillian Laws of Thompson Falls, MT; and brother-in-law, Jim and Rose Knapton of Stites. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife June; three brothers, Doyle Laws, Wes Laws and John Laws; and a sister, Esther Wilson. Visitation will be from 4 to 7 p.m. Thursday at Vassar-Rawls Funeral Home in Lewiston. His graveside service will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at the Pierce Cemetery. The services will be followed by a lunch and all those attending are invited to share. Photo: Robert Jett Hohnstein Florence T. Tackett, 86 Florence T. Swanson-Tackett passed away Saturday, Aug. 6, 2011, at the Lewiston Life Care Center. She was born Oct. 25, 1924, in Deary to Alvin and Violet Olson. 
She grew up in Deary, where she met and married Herman Swanson of Troy. They had three children, David, Myrtle Ann and Steve. Herman died in a logging accident at Headquarters in 1971. Florence then married John Tackett, owner of John's Saw Service in 1972. She spent 20 years helping John serve their friends and the public at the saw shop before John passed away in 1992. In her earlier working career, she had several different jobs working in retail stores in Lewiston and Clarkston, as well as being a homemaker. Florence enjoyed playing bingo at many establishments in her younger years. She also enjoyed her Sunday drives, gathering firewood and going to motorcycle races to watch her son, Steve, race. She was known as the Fossil Bowl "mom" by all the riders. She was always willing to cook pancakes and eggs before the races, and have spaghetti for the boys after the races. Surviving Florence are her children, David Swanson, and Ann and Warren Watts, all of Clarkston, WA,and Steve and Sue Swanson of Lewiston; along with her grandchildren, Diana Blimka, Brenda Krier, Teresa Overall, Ashley and Casey Swanson and Rhonda Stuart; five great-grandchildren and two great-great grandchildren; her brothers, Dorman and Tim Olson; her sisters, Margie Heustis of Deary and Lorraine Perry of Spokane; and several nieces and nephews. Florence was preceded in death by her parents; both husbands, Herman Swanson and John Tackett; her brothers, Walt, Bill, Lawrence, Richard and Dale Olson; and sisters, Joan Pinks and Ella Mae Olson. A graveside service will be conducted at 10 a.m. Friday at Lewis-Clark Memorial Gardens, with Vassar-Rawls Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Photo: Florence T. Swanson-Tackett Marla Eileen (Goffinet) Forsmann, 77, formerly of Peck 
Marla was born Dec. 16, 1933 to Gordon and Elizabeth Goffinet in Orofino. She was raised in Peck and graduated from Orofino High School in 1951. She married Arnold Forsmann in 1956. They moved to Yakima, WA then Seattle, WA and returned to Peck when Arnold retired. When Arnold passed on she moved to Kirkland, WA to be with her only daughter and lived there until her death on July 27, 2011. She enjoyed many crafts including gardening, crocheting, sewing, embroidery, crossword puzzles, picture puzzles and plastic canvas. She is survived by her daughter, Janet of Kirkland, brother, Donald Goffinet of Lewiston, brother, Virgil (Irene) Goffinet of Lewiston, three nieces and three nephews. A graveside service will be held Saturday, Aug. 6, at 11 am, at Vineland Cemetery in Clarkston, WA. Photo: Marla Eileen (Goffinet) Forsmann Floyd Gordon Snyder, 87, Weippe Floyd Gordon Snyder, formerly of Weippe passed away Wednesday, July 20, 2011, at Saint Joseph Regional Medical Center after battling a long and extended illness.  Floyd was born to Denver and Sylvia (Teed) Snyder at the family home on the Weippe Prairie May 20, 1924. He was a fun-loving and mischievous boy who was raised in a family of eight children (five boys and three girls). Floyd was eight years old when his father passed away, and his mother passed away when he was eleven years old. The close-knit family of children managed to stay together with the help of their grandmother, Lillian Teed. During those years, Floyd was educated in the Weippe schools. When he was fourteen years old and a freshman in high school, he worked nights in a lumber mill on a green chain and went to school by day. Floyd was a proud member of Weippe's first six-man football team and he played on the school's basketball team. Floyd married his high school sweetheart, Barbara (Wells) Snyder, May 27, 1944. During their years together, Floyd worked on their ranch to develop a herd of Hereford cattle. He also worked 20 years in the logging industry for Frank Fromelt after which he continued working for various other logging operations. In off-seasons, he worked at various locations as an operating engineer through the Operating Engineer's Local 370 running heavy equipment. In 1973 the couple sold their ranch and moved to Weippe where they still own their home. Floyd loved basketball. He attended referee classes and served as a referee for high school games. He also played for several years on Weippe and Pierce town teams. For three years, he coached basketball to a group of boys from their fifth grade year through eighth grade. This group of boys later went on to win the state championship in their league. Floyd was really proud of the boys' accomplishment. Floyd enjoyed hunting, camping, fishing, team roping, going to auction sales, and serving as a livestock project 4-H leader. He never knew a stranger, and he always enjoyed visiting with other people. He also enjoyed listening to music provided by family members. Family was very important to Floyd. Surviving Floyd is his wife, Barbara, of 67 years; his daughter Gwen (Burton) Greenfield and her husband Vic; his grandchildren Ted Burton, Kim Burton, and Russ Burton and his wife Elena; and his one great-grandchild, Aleska Burton. Also surviving Floyd are two sisters, Marie Vanderpool and Lillie Thiessen and her husband Gordon; numerous nieces, one nephew, and numerous cousins. Floyd was preceded in death by his son, Roger Snyder; his parents; his brothers, Robert, Bert, Ellis, and Louie; and his sister, Mary. The family would like to sincerely thank the doctors, nurses, and caregivers who provided Floyd care during his long illness. A special thanks to Dr. Gregory Buratto, his doctor of many years. Funeral services will be held at11:00 am. Monday, July 25, at Pine Hills Funeral Chapel in Orofino. A graveside service will take place at the Weippe Cemetery followed by a potluck dinner at the White Pine Rebekah Lodge in Weippe. Photo: Floyd Gordon Snyder Floyd Gordon Snyder, 87, Lewiston Floyd Gordon Snyder, 87, Lewiston, passed away in Lewiston Wednesday, July 20, 2011. Service arrangements are pending with Pine Hills Funeral Chapel and Crematory in Orofino. Jeffrey Paul Ott, 53, Pierce Jeffrey Paul Ott, 53, Pierce, passed away Sunday, July 10, 2011 at his home. A celebration of life will be held at a later date. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel and Crematory is caring for arrangements. Doris Bonner Lyda, 77, Orofino Doris Bonner Lyda, 77, passed away Friday, July 8, 2011, at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center in Lewiston, within a month of a cancer diagnosis. She died peacefully with her loved ones by her side. She was born in the family home in Orofino, to Blaine and Cleta Bonner Jan. 6, 1934. She lived her life to the fullest in beautiful Clearwater County. 
She met her life's partner when she opened the family door to a disheveled but handsome young man needing help with a deer. Doris and Perk Lyda were married July 15, 1949, in Orofino, and would have celebrated their 62nd anniversary this Friday. The young couple spent their honeymoon years living at Johnson's Mill where Perk worked, while Doris honed her wonderful cooking skills. It was at this time their loving daughter, Kathy Ann, was born. She died in 1996. In the late '50s, Doris wanted to follow her dream of becoming a nurse and attended school in Lewiston. She discovered she was much too tenderhearted for this and happily moved into cosmetology, where she delighted in visiting with her clients as she met their beauty needs. She loved being outdoors whether to work or play. Perk became a professional fishing guide on the Clearwater River and they met many wonderful people, some of whom were famous, from all over who came here to fish with them and enjoy Doris' great cooking. These lasting friendships led to many interesting traveling experiences, several to Nashville where they often were invited backstage at the Grand Old Opry. But Doris was happiest when at the ranch they bought in Grangemont, where they nurtured a commercial Christmas tree farm for 26 years, and rode four-wheelers in the summer and snowmobiles in the winter. Her close-knit cousins are more like sisters and brothers, and she loved spending time with them on trips to Montana, the Oregon Coast, at the Clearwater County Fair and at the Bonner Mountain Music Festival. Also precious to her, were the times spent with friends, especially the campouts at Wilderness Gateway, playing cards or Bunko, and at weekly jam sessions she and Perk hosted. Doris was always kind and generous, and patriotic to the bone; she was also spunky and never afraid to speak her mind. She endeared herself to many and will be missed by all who knew her. She is survived by her husband, Perk; and dog, Buffy; at their Orofino home of 55 years; her "girls," Cheri Jenks and Karen (Bird) Goodwin; and many cherished cousins and friends. Doris was preceded in death by her parents; daughter, Kathy, and brother, Glenn Bonner. A memorial service will be conducted at 11 a.m. Saturday at the Orofino Riverside Cemetery, just below the American flag. Phil Bonner will officiate and a small dinner for family only will follow. In lieu of flowers, a donation to the Clearwater Humane Society, P.O. Box 2063, Orofino, ID 83544, is suggested. Photo: Doris Bonner Lyda Janet Louise Stevens Kingen, 63, born in Orofino Janet Louise Stevens Kingen was born in Orofino on Nov. 1, 1947 to Ken and Eva Stevens. She passed away Saturday, July 9, 2011. 
She attended Orofino High School in the early 60's. She married the man of her dreams, Pete Kingen on Jan. 2, 1965 in Orofino. They made a home in Weippe and later moved to Pete's family ranch in Fraser. Their daughter, Julie was born in 1966 and a second daughter, Deann was born in 1969. They moved to Lewiston, Idaho in 1974 and raised their family. Janet was a very good loving wife and mother. She traveled to various road construction jobs with her husband before retiring back to the family ranch in Fraser in 1997. She loved to cook, clean, play pinochle, do puzzles and watch movies. She enjoyed her grandkids. Janet loved to help people and she never met a stranger. She is survived by her husband of 46 years, Pete Kingen; her daughters, Julie Woods of Post Falls and Deann and her husband Greg Sanders of Canal Winchester, OH; and her grandsons, Brandon Woods and Colter and Caleb Sanders. She was proceeded in death by her father, Ken Stevens, mother Eva Stevens, sisters, Joan Ann and Linda Montambo. Funeral services will be held at Pine Hills Funeral Chapel in Orofino on Wednesday, July 13, at 10 am. Pastor Don Blain is officiating. Burial will be at Fraser Cemetery. A dinner will follow at the Fraser Community Center. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel in caring for arrangements. Photo: Janet Louise Stevens Kingen Zoie Lorinda McLean, 106, Orofino Zoie Lorinda McLean, 106, Orofino passed away at Brookside Landing Retirement Community in Orofino Thursday, July 7, 2011. Services are pending at this time. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel and Crematory is caring for arrangements. Michael Evan Kernin, 68, Dworshak Dam worker Mike passed away due to lung cancer Sunday, July 3, 2011, at home. He was born Nov. 5, 1942, in Ainsworth, NE, to Evan Kernin and Ruby L. Lewis Kernin. 
He grew up in Ainsworth then moved to Kimberly. He served in the U.S. Air Force as an air traffic controller from 1961 through 1965, being stationed at Travis Air Force Base and Kadena Air Base in Okinawa, Japan. Mike married Joan Greene on New Year's Eve 1965 in Twin Falls. The couple moved to Lewiston in 1968, when Mike went to work on the Dworshak Dam in Orofino. He worked all over the U.S. and was usually the pipe superintendent or general foreman for such companies as Cal Edison, GSI, Nepco and Kamtech, just to name a few. Mike completed coursework throughout the years at Boise Junior College, Lewis-Clark State College and Yakima Community College. He was strong in his convictions and was known for his quick wit. He appreciated great music, good bargains and was always looking to do things "his way." We love you Dad! Surviving Mike are his sons, Michael R. and Pam of Sitka, AK, Jeness and Ashlee of Lewiston, and Darin and Kim, and Tyson Kernin, all of Clarkston; WA; daughters, Tegwen and Kelly Kaufman, and Heather Kernin, all of Clarkston; grandchildren, Peyton and Drew Kaufman, and Kadan and Tharin Kernin, all of Clarkston, Coltin Kernin of Hawaii, Jadyce Kernin of Lewiston, and Nichel and Alex Kernin, both of Sitka. He was preceded in death by his wife, parents and brother, Gary Kernin. A gathering of friends and family will take place at 6 p.m. Saturday in the Orchid Room above Morgan's Alley on Main Street in Lewiston. Merchant Funeral Home of Clarkston, WA is caring for arrangements. Photo: Michael Evan Kernin Donna Lorraine Rueppel, 83, Peck Donna Lorraine Rueppel, 83, Peck, passed away Thursday, June 30, 2011, in Spokane, WA. Services are pending. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel and Crematory are caring for arrangements. John David 'Jack' Smolinski, 77, Weippe A lifelong resident of Weippe, Jack, also known as Cadillac Jack, passed away Sunday, June 26, 2011, in Spokane, WA. Jack was born in Fraser - the doctor from Orofino arrived after he was born on a horse. The date was Dec. 29, 1933. He was born to Edward and Ruth Smolinski. Jack has a sister LaVilla (Wink) Tolonen of Clarkston, WA and a brother Glen and Carroll Smolinski of Weippe. Jack attended school in the one-room schoolhouse through the fifth grade in Fraser and graduated from Cottonwood School in Fraser. He married Caryl Winther on Jan. 12, 1953. The couple had two daughters, Christine Walsh, and Beverly and Barry Bailey. Their grandchildren are Tammy Anderson, Kimberly and Toby Cox, Larry and Dawn Hesler, and Amy Bond; great-grandchildren, Dylan Anderson, Cody, Kiana and Kalyssa Hesler, and Connor Cox; step-great-grandchildren, Skyler and Graham Hill. Jack was preceded in death by two brothers; one sister; his wife Caryl,; and great-granddaughter, Alicia Hesler. Through the years he logged for Wallace Smolinski for 16 years during the summers. In 1961, he was employed by Jess Johnstun Mills and then worked the family farm until he retired. His biggest joys were playing cards and traveling to Nevada with friends. He enjoyed poker at the fire hall. His peony flowers were cared for with great pride through the years. Jack was a storyteller and he handed out silver dollars to all of the small children he came across. Jack had fond memories of hunting camp with Uncle Tuff; the two would fish and tell stories, and have a great time. He helped build the Weippe Volunteer Fire Department building. He was a member and president of the Clearwater County Livestock Sale for many years, served three terms on the Nez Perce Rochdale Board and was on the committee for the ACSC. Please send any memorials to the Northwest Children's Home in Lewiston. A private family memorial service will be held at Fraser Cemetery. Gordon James Boyd, 66, Orofino Gordon James Boyd, 66, Orofino, passed away Wednesday, June 29, 2011 at his home. Memorial services are pending. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel and Crematory is caring for arrangements. Robert Eugene Decoria, 65, Orofino Robert Eugene Decoria, 65, Orofino, passed away Tuesday, June 28, 2011 at his residence. No services are planned at this time. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel and Crematory is caring for arrangements. Moneta Stout Westberg, 68 Moneta R. (Stout) Westerberg, 68, of Pullman, WA, passed away on Tuesday, June 28, 2011 at her Pullman home. Moneta was born Oct. 9, 1942 in Douglas, WY to Walter and Ruth (Bloem) Race. As a girl growing up, she moved with her family to Lewiston where she completed school, graduating from Lewiston High School. 
She married George Moon and they later divorced. Moneta married Claude Stout in 1970 and lived in Uniontown, WA where together with Claude they farmed, ranched and raised the family. Moneta and Claude later divorced. In June of 1990 Moneta married Clinton Westberg and since that time they have made Pullman their home. In addition to the years on the farm and ranch, Moneta also operated the Strawberry Patch, where she crafted floral arrangements. She was a very talented lady who enjoyed crafts, painting, and interior design, working with Blooms Interiors through the years. She was an avid gardener, especially flowers and was an accomplished artist. Moneta was a loving wife, mother and grandmother, who enjoyed time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren. Moneta was an active part in the life of the Pullman Hospital, serving in different capacity's including the auxiliary. She is survived by her husband Clinton at their Pullman home; her three sons and their spouses, Bill and Sharon Stout of Uniontown, Bob and Sara Stout of Elk River and Dallas and Mary Stout of Uniontown; two stepdaughters, Carla Close and Claudia Birschauer; two sisters, Sally Bowey and Waletta Foster; nine grandchildren and three great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, a sister, Carmen, and two brothers, Dallas and Terry. The viewing will be held on Friday at Kimball Funeral Home in Pullman, WA from 1-6 p.m. The memorial service will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday, July 5, at the funeral home. Memorial donations are suggested to the Pullman Regional Hospital Foundation. Photo: Moneta R. (Stout) Westberg Charlotte Kathleen Weinmann Montoya, 71, born in Orofino  Charlotte Kathleen Weinmann Montoya, 71, formerly of Orofino, passed away June 18, 2011 in Gresham, OR from complication of pneumonia following cancer. 
Charlotte was born in Orofino Sept. 25, 1939. She lived most of her life in Albuquerque, NM, but had lived in Damascus, OR since 2005. Charlotte was very creative and made beautiful art work that she gave to friends and family. She is survived by her son, Gino Montoya of Albuquerque, NM and her sister, Mrs. Joe Kincaid of Damascus, OR; as well as several nephews and nieces. Charlotte was preceded in death by her daughter, RaLee Montoya; her brother, Victor Weinmann; half-brother, Larry Lyon, and her parents, Eugene 'Hughie' Weinmann and Mable Bloom Weinmann Lyon. A celebration of her life will be held later this summer in Damascus and a memorial service will be held in New Mexico at a later time. Photos: Charlotte Kathleen Weinmann Montoya Kelsey Sue Anderson, 19, Orofino  Kelsey Sue Anderson was born May 22, 1992 in Lewiston to Chris and Sue Anderson. Kelsey lost her life on June 9, 2011 in Hagatna, Guam at Andersen Air Force Base. Kelsey loved playing soccer! She started playing soccer in first grade and played all the way through high school. She loved all her soccer teammates and coaches. In Kelsey's short life of 19 years, she had many hobbies. She loved her horses, photography, riding motorcycles and snowmobiles, camping, hunting and fishing. When she was younger, she also enjoyed jazz and tap dance, as well as piano. But most of all she loved spending time with her family. Her favorite time was when her family took a vacation to Maui, Hawaii. She planned to live there one day. She was the light and energy of her family and she will be greatly missed, especially her beautiful smile. 
She attended elementary through high school in Orofino. She graduated from Orofino High School in 2010. Kelsey joined the Air Force and went to Basic Training in Lackland, TX in August of 2010. She graduated from basic training in October of 2010. Her parents were very proud and attended Kelsey's graduation in Texas. She was then assigned to Andersen Air Force Base in Guam with the 36th Security Forces Squadron. She is survived by her parents, Chris and Sue Anderson; older brother, Max Anderson of Orofino; fraternal grandmother, Arlene Anderson of Arizona and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and second cousins. She was preceded in death by her fraternal grandfather, John H. Anderson; and maternal grandparents, Garold and Margaret Walker. A celebration of Kelsey's life will be Saturday, June 18, at Champion Park, the soccer field above Orofino Elementary School at 2 p.m. with a potluck to follow. In lieu of flowers, please make donations in Kelsey's name at AmericanWest Bank to Orofino High School Soccer Program. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel is caring for arrangements. Photos: Kelsey Sue Anderson John E. 'Jack' Reffert, Jr., 88, Orofino John E. 'Jack' Reffert, Jr., 88, Orofino, passed away Sunday, June 5, 2011 at Clearwater Valley Hospital in Orofino. A memorial service will be held Thursday, July 7, at 11 a.m. at Pine Hills Funeral Chapel in Orofino. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel and Crematory is caring for arrangements. James William Kress, 82, Orofino James William Kress, 82, Orofino, passed away at his home Friday, June 3, 2011. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel and Crematory is caring for arrangements. Jane V. Armstrong, 95, Orofino Jane V. Armstrong was born Dec. 24, 1915, in Winslow, AR, to Harold and Olive Duncan. She was the second child of seven. She had been a resident of Brookside Landing in Orofino for nine years and died Thursday, May 26, 2011, at Clearwater Valley Hospital in Orofino with her family by her side. Jane married Tappy Lee Armstrong in 1941. He passed away in 1987. Besides her husband, she was preceded in death by her son; Benny Smith; her daughter, Cheryl Armstrong; daughter-in-law, Billie Jo Armstrong; her parents; sister, Irene Hawkins; and her brothers, Jack Duncan, Bob Duncan and Thomas Duncan. She is survived by her son, Harold and Marsha Armstrong of Chandler, AZ; her daughter, Carol and Alan Hengen of Orofino; eight grandchildren, Robin and Rick Rieck of Cedar Creek, TX; Duncan Smith of Texas, Dawn and Rick Kelly of West Virginia, Lisa and Rob Benke of Tucson, AZ, Ken and Gail Hengen and Marci and Blaine Bonner of Orofino, Travis Hengen and Les Linares of Weymouth, MS; nine great grandchildren, Russell Rieck, Rachel Kelly, Erik Kelly, Erin Benke, Sean Benke, Alan Hengen, Austin Hengen, Amanda Bonner and Andrea Bonner; and sisters, Alma Duncan and Sue Riegers, both of Colorado Springs, CO. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday at Pine Hills Funeral Chapel in Orofino. The family has requested that donations be made to a charity of your choice in lieu of flowers. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel is caring for arrangements. Jane Violet Armstrong, 95, Orofino Jane Violet Armstrong, 95, Orofino, passed away Thursday, May 26, 2011, at Clearwater Valley Hospital in Orofino. Cremation will take place and a memorial service will be held at Pine Hills Funeral Chapel Thursday, June 2, at 11 a.m. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel and Crematory is caring for arrangements. Carl Edward Garrett, 85, Orofino Carl Edward Garrett, 85, Orofino, passed away Wednesday, May 25, 2011, at Clearwater Valley Hospital in Orofino. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel and Crematory is caring for arrangements. Elizabeth Ferne Mitchell, 81, Orofino Elizabeth 'Ferne' Mitchell, 81, Orofino, passed away Thursday, May 19, 2011, at Clearwater Valley Hospital in Orofino. She was born May 17, 1930 to Ervin and Elizabeth Stewart Barney in Butte, MT. 
She attended high school in Ennis, MT. She met John W. Mitchell in Montana, where they were married in 1973. She moved to Orofino with her husband in 1991.She had many occupations: waitress, heavy equipment operator and long haul truck driver, traveling throughout the U.S. She returned to Orofino when she retired in 1992. Ferne was a member of the First Christian Church, the senior citizens center and volunteered at the Fish Thrift Store. She was preceded in death by her parents; her brother, Gerald Barney; brother-in-law, Joe Mitchell; daughters, Penny and Linda; and husband, John. She is survived by her sister-in-law, Darby Mitchell; her daughter, Dawn Lynn Clark; granddaughters, Tina Welker, Jodi Miner and Faye Maddox; great granddaughters, Myla and Molli Miner and Averi and Paige Maddox; and many nieces and nephews, and loving friends. A memorial service was conducted Saturday at Pine Hills Funeral Chapel and Crematory in Orofino. Photo: Elizabeth Ferne Mitchell Ruby Mae Sears, 80, Orofino Ruby Mae Sears, 80, Orofino, passed away Monday, May, 16, 2011, at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center in Lewiston. 
She was a long time member of the VFW Ladies Auxiliary in Orofino. She loved to hunt and fish, listening to the birds, gardening, working in her flower beds, watching the deer in her yard or in the meadow by her cabin. A very kind and gentle lady, she was always caring and thoughtful of others. She takes with her the love of all who knew her and will be greatly missed. Ruby was born March 15th, 1931, in Stillwater OK, to William and Grace Self.  She is survived by her husband of 44 years William (Whitey) Sears, and extended family; sister, Agnes Beare and her husband, Ben, of Cataldo; grothers, Bill Self of Osborn; Pete Self, and his wife, Ann of Paulsbo, WA; Uncle Jim Self of Caldwell; daughters, Judy Morris, and husband, Rick of Lewiston; Marlous Bortz of Nevada; grandchildren, Rich Morris and wife, Ladena; John Morris and wife, Kathy, Trina Morris; Bill Flatt, all of Lewiston; Kevin Knopes of Post Falls and Steven Knopes. She is also survived by great grandchildren; Tyler Snyder, Shanda and Kylie Morris, Ryan Triplett, Erin and Heather Flatt; plus many others of her extended family, all of whom she dearly loved. Memorial service for Ruby will be held at Pine Hills Funeral Chapel in Orofino, Monday, May 23rd, 2011 at 11 a.m. Chaplain Patrick Wolf will officiate. The family is asking that any contributions please be made to the Lewiston Fire Department. Photos: Ruby Mae Sears Opal Virginia Walsvig, 99, formerly of Pierce Opal Virginia Walsvig passed away peacefully Saturday, May 7, 2011, at Clarkston Care Center in Clarkston, WA. She was 99 years young. She was born Sept. 30, 1911, at Dry Fork, WV. 
She was one of five children. Her family moved to Fraser in 1913, then to Upper Fords Creek, Orofino and finally to Pierce. She graduated from high school there in 1929. Opal married Herb Gridley May 7, 1932. They moved to Bliss and farmed until 1955. They then moved to Lewiston. There they bought the Mint Bar and operated it until 1963. Herb passed away February 1966. Later Opal married Oscar Walsvig. They lived in Riggins for several years then moved to the Clarkston area. They later divorced. Opal became active in the Trinity Lutheran Church. One of the projects that she really enjoyed was making school bags for children that might not have one. She was an avid gardener and maintained an interest even at 99. Only in her later years did she need help with her garden, but her church friends helped her out. She kept in touch with many friends throughout the years. Others preceding her in death included two brothers and a sister. Opal is survived by her sister, Thelma McPherson of Juliaetta; three nieces, Phyllis Himmelright of Clarkston, Ella Joyce of Kamiah and Carol Brown of Juliaetta; a nephew, Bob Snyder of Boise; stepson, Myles Walsvig of New Richardson, WI; stepdaughter, Shirley Dickenson of Gifford; and numerous great-nieces and nephews. A funeral service will be at 10:30 a.m. Thursday at Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church, 920 Eighth Ave., Lewiston, with burial to follow at Lewis-Clark Memorial Gardens. Viewing is from 1 to 5 p.m. Wednesday at Vassar-Rawls Funeral Home in Lewiston. Photo: Opal Virginia Walsvig Charles Vincent Summers, 86, Orofino Charles Vincent Summers, 86, Orofino, passed away Friday, May 6, 2011, at Clearwater Health and Rehabilitation in Orofino. A graveside service will be held at 1 p.m. Thursday, May 12, at Riverside Cemetery in Orofino. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel and Crematory is caring for arrangements. Arthur Leroy Henson, 72, Orofino Arthur Leroy Henson, 72, Orofino, passed away Friday, May 6, 2011, at Clearwater Valley Hospital in Orofino. He was born July 26, 1938. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, May 14, 2011 at the Orofino Community Church with a covered dish dinner to follow at the Veterans of Foreign Wars, 330 Michigan Ave. in Orofino. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel and Crematory is caring for arrangements. Warren Edgar Berkheiser, 88, Orofino Warren Edgar Berkheiser, 88, Orofino, passed away Monday, May 9, 2011 at his home. No services are to be held at this time. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel and Crematory are caring for arrangements. Charles Vincent Summers, 87, Orofino Charles Vincent Summer, 87, Orofino, passed away Friday, May 6, 2011 at Clearwater Health and Rehabilitation in Orofino. Services are pending with Pine Hills Funeral Chapel and Crematory. Cora May Montambo, 79, Orofino Cora May Montambo, 79, Orofino, passed away peacefully on May 4, 2011 in Clarkston, WA. Cora was born Aug. 23, 1931 to Richard and Virginia Sumpter of Ione, WA. In 1957, Cora married Ronald Freeman, together they had a daughter, Sandra Leigh, and made their home in California. The marriage later ended in divorce. Cora and Sandy moved to Orofino in 1980 where she owned and operated an answering service. On Feb. 5, 1984, Cora married Bruce Montambo. They moved to Lewiston where she worked as a cashier for local retailers. After 17 years and retirement they move back to Orofino. Cora enjoyed traveling, collecting art work, painting, her animals, shopping and meeting new people. Cora is survived by her husband at the family home; five step-daughters, Kay Armenta of Olympia, WA, Lynn Bolz of Weippe, Sandy Montambo of Clarkston, WA, Laura Jared of Clarkston, and Joan Zimmerman of Pomeroy, WA; a sister, Lorena Larsen of Medling Falls, WA. She was preceded in death by her beloved parents, Richard and Virginia; sister, Clara Davaz and daughter, Sandra Leigh Freeman. Of special mention are her beloved pets, Katie and Maggie. As requested by Cora, no funeral service will be held at this time. A private family gathering will take place at a later date. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel & Crematory is caring for arrangements. Bettilou Irene Pierce, 77, formerly of Headquarters Bettilou Irene Pierce was born Nov. 25, 1933, in Moscow, to Floyd and Mary Frances Geisendorfer Snow. She passed away April 29, 2011.  Floyd Snow died in 1935 when she was two years old and she was adopted by Walter D. Field when he married her mother in 1936. Her early childhood was in Headquarters, where she attended school grades first through third. The family moved to Lewiston where she attended Webster Elementary and Lewiston High School, graduating in 1951. She attended the University of Idaho and graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in science and education in 1955. She obtained her master's degree in biology from Kansas City University in 1975. Betti married Charles G. Pierce June 1955. His career was in the U.S. Marine Corps and they lived in a number of states. She was glad when her husband retired and they settled in one spot. That was a home in Ginger Blue, MO, on the Elk River. She loved teaching, and first taught high school English in Honolulu, HI followed by teaching sciences in Jacksonville, NC, and Albany, GA, then at East High School in Kansas City, MO, and her last teaching job was junior high sciences at Southwest City, MO. She retired from full-time teaching in 1997 but continued as a substitute teacher for several years. These are comments from some of her former students: "We were her kids while she had us and demanded the best out of us." "She was my favorite teacher at Southwest City." "I still remember her making me look in the mirror and shout 'I am somebody!' " "Thanks for everything Mrs. Pierce - you touched a lot of lives." She moved back to Lewiston in 2007 to be closer to her sister and brother-in-law. Her second love was weeding in the garden, watching her favorite soap operas, reading mystery novels, chatting with friends and taking care of her two cats. Bettilou Pierce was a grand ol' gal who inspired many lives with her grit, curiosity, sense of humor and passion for the sciences of this Earth. She will be missed by all who knew her. Survivors include her three sons, Daniel E. Pierce and Kerry Holloway of Blaine, WA, Charles G. Pierce Jr. and Julie of Newtown, New South Wales, Australia, and David S. Pierce of Pasadena, TX; one grandson; Corbin Pierce; two granddaughters, Alice Pierce and Lila Pierce; sister, Kathryn Talbott and Richard of Lewiston; a cousin, Margaret Snow and her husband, Dennis Anderson of Arizona. She was preceded in death by her husband, Charles G. Pierce Sr.; her parents, Marifran Field, Floyd Snow and Walter D. Field; her sister, Ruth Frances Field; and her brother, John E. Field. No service will be conducted and Vassar-Rawls Funeral Home of Lewiston is handling arrangements. Her family suggests memorials to the Nez Perce County Historical Society, Paralyzed Veterans of America or the charity of donor's choice. Photo: Bettilou Irene Pierce Cora May Montambo, 79, Orofino Cora May Montambo, 79, Orofino, passed away Wednesday, May 4, 2011. at Clarkston Care Center, Clarkston, WA. Services are pending with Pine Hills Funeral Chapel and Crematory. Anthony R. Luongo, 80, Lenore Anthony R. Luongo, 80, Lenore, passed away at Tri-State Memorial Hospital in Clarkston, WA, Thursday, April 28, 2011. Cremation services will take place as requested. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel and Crematory are caring for arrangements. Jeannine Kay Martin, 69, Weippe Jeannine Kay Martin, 69, Weippe, passed away Tuesday, April 26, 2011, in Weippe. A memorial service will be held on Friday, May 6, 2011, at 11 a.m. at the IOOF Rebekah Lodge on Main St. in Weippe. A covered dish potluck luncheon will follow the service. A second memorial service will take place in Orofino at 4 p.m. in the Homestead Lounge. Pine Hills Funeral chapel and Crematory is caring for arrangements. James 'Jim' Crutcher Sr., 86, Orofino James "Jim" Monroe Crutcher Sr., Orofino, passed away Friday, April 15, 2011 from natural causes. He was 86. Jim was born Aug. 7, 1924 in Orofino to James Andrew and Mae Fern Crutcher. He graduated from Orofino High School in 1942 and was a member of Troupe No. 205 of the National Thespian Dramatic Honor Society.  He served in the Army in the Philippines during World War II from May 1943 through January 1946 and was awarded two Purple Hearts for being wounded in two separate engagements. After the war, Jim attended Kinman Business University in Spokane, WA and graduated in 1948 with a degree in accounting. He returned to the Orofino area and worked as a carpenter for local contractors, a bookkeeper for White Pine Planer and Ahsahka Mill and as a custodian for Orofino Elementary School. He also served as Quartermaster of VFW Post #3296 for a period of time. Jim married Betty Smolinski in September 1966 and celebrated 44 years of marriage. He was previously married to Tiny Williams and Loretta Keeney. In 1978, Jim and his brother Bill purchased the Oasis Bar and turned it into the "hottest bar in town." During the 25 years of ownership, many Thanksgiving and Christmas dinners were served for local patrons and friends and multiple fundraisers were held for people in need. An Oasis float was always seen in the parade during Lumberjack Days and there were several trophies on the wall for the Oasis dart, baseball, arm wrestling and billiard teams. Jim had a love of baseball and the only baseball team worth watching…"Go Yankees!" He also liked to travel with his beloved wife, Betty and his poodle, Angel, who was always at his side. They enjoyed many trips around the area and he was especially fond of Yellowstone National Park. Jim is survived by his wife, Betty, of Orofino; seven children, daughter Darlene Eisle, Montana, son, Donald Pitcher, Orofino, daughter, Bonnie and her husband Mark Buntin, Bolingbrook, IL, son, Joe Crutcher, Greer, son, Bill Crutcher and his wife, Jan, Lewiston, daughter, Susan, and her husband, Bill Harris, Peck, daughter, Peggy Klamke, Quilcene, WA,; brother, William Crutcher, Walla Walla, WA; sister, Mary Ellen Starkey, Lake Havasu City, AZ; 15 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents James Andrew and Mae Fern Crutcher and his son James Monroe Crutcher Jr. The family would like to invite everyone to a potluck, bring memories of good times and share in the tribute to our husband, father, brother, grandfather and friend. A "Celebration of Jim's Life" will be held Saturday, April 23, 11 a.m. at the Peck Community Club. Photo: James 'Jim' Crutcher D. Clifford Anderson, 93, Orofino Clearwater County lost a pioneer with the passing of D. Clifford Anderson April 10, 2011, at Clearwater Valley Hospital. Cliff was born to Elizabeth J. and Daniel G. Anderson July 23, 1917, on the Wells Bench ranch where he resided for 93+ years. His father migrated from Norway and homesteaded 160 acres in 1905. This ranch has remained in the Anderson family for 106 years. At the age of 14, Cliff moved to town where he "batched" and attended Orofino High School. He rode his horse the six miles to be at home on weekends. He graduated from Orofino High School in 1934 and worked in Spokane delivering laundry and the Idaho State Hospital North before returning to the ranch where he was raised. 
On May 30, 1941, Cliff married Gladys M. Flathers, a school teacher from Jerome, who had come to the Wells Bench School to teach. They had two children, son, Craig, and daughter, Greta, and enjoyed 62 years of marriage until Gladys' passing June 8, 2003. Cliff was primarily a beef cattle rancher, but supplemented that income with work in the woods; as a Soil Conservation District technician, and as a Clearwater County Commissioner. Cliff believed in giving back to the community and state in which he resided. He served 10 years as a Clearwater County Commissioner during a span of time ranging from 1955 to 1979. During his 1955-1957 term, he was instrumental in bringing Clearwater Valley Hospital to Orofino. He later served 11 years on the Hospital's Board of Trustees, including 10 as Chairman. Cliff also gave 21 years of service on the Board of Directors of the Clearwater-Potlatch Timber Protective Association. A life-long Democrat, he was recognized in 2008 by the Clearwater County Democrats for dedicated service. Cliff believed in the future of the youth that was reflected by his life-long service to the 4H program. He also served as a Director of the Idaho Cattlemen's Association; supervisor of the local Soil Conservation District; and, a member of the Idaho Animal Damage Control Board from 1957 to 2005. As a 93-year resident of Clearwater County, he was an invaluable resource for the Clearwater Historical Museum and served a number of years on its board, including acting as treasurer. Cliff also attended the Wells Bench Community Church, once known as the Anderson Sunday School, beginning as a young child. He was also a member of the Wells Bench Grange No. 378; Clearwater County Pomona Grange, and Idaho State Grange. Survivors include son, D. Craig Anderson (Pat) of Turner, OR; daughter, Greta DeSola (James) of Robstown, TX; grandson, Jace Anderson of Corvallis, OR; nieces, Joellen McGill (Steve), Lori Kaufman (Larry), and Dana Vargas (John) all of Orofino; cousin, Lillian Stanley (Ted) of Seattle, WA; and, friend and companion, Carolyn Bray of Orofino. The services are scheduled for Wednesday, April 20, at 2 p.m., at Pine Hills Funeral Chapel in Orofino. Burial will follow at Sanders Cemetery on Lower Wells Bench Rd. There will be a reception beginning at 4:30 p.m. at Krystal Cafe, 128 Johnson Ave., Orofino. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in memory of D. Clifford Anderson to: Clearwater Historical Museum Clearwater Valley Hospital Foundation Photo: D. Clifford Anderson Daniel Clifford Anderson, 93, Orofino Daniel Clifford Anderson, 93, Orofino, passed away Sunday, April 10, 2011 at Clearwater Valley Hospital in Orofino. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday, April 20, at Pine Hills Funeral Chapel. Burial will follow at (Sanders) Wells Bench Cemetery, Orofino. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel is caring for arrangements. James Snyder, 91, Weippe James Snyder, 91, Weippe, passed away Wednesday, April 13, 2011, at Clearwater Valley Hospital in Orofino. Cremation services will take place as requested. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel and Crematory is caring for arrangements. Richard 'Dick' Medley, 72, formerly of Pierce Richard 'Dick' Medley, 72, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, April 7, 2011, at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center in Lewiston. Dick was born Oct. 18, 1938, at the family home in Weiser. Dick was the second of three sons born to Isom and Dollie Medley.  Dick attended grade school in Weiser and Riggins. He excelled in sports and graduated from Salmon River High School in 1956. He began logging with his dad in 1955 near Pollock. Dick married Glory Wisenor in 1957. They made their home in Riggins and were blessed with two sons, Mark and Jeff, and a daughter, Raine, who died as an infant. In the early '60s he worked for Salmon River Logging. Dick moved his family to Camp 60 and Pierce in 1966, where he was partners in the first tong-throwing machine. He kept busy as an independent contractor skidding and loading logs. Over the years, he earned a reputation around the Northwest for his remarkable and seamless operating skills. Soon after a divorce in 1973, he purchased Fromelt Logging and formed Medley Co. He logged in the Pierce area and throughout the Northwest for the next 15 years. On April 14, 1977, he married Janice Province, which included the blessing of being dad to a son, Steve Province. Ambition and adventure led Dick and Janice to pursue several other business ventures including gold mining in Alaska from 1983 to 1985. In 1985, he founded Medley Co. Cedar Mill, which today is a three-generation-strong company that continues to be operated by Dick's son and grandson. Upon liquidating the logging portion of Medley Co., the allure of a partnership in a shot shell reloader manufacturing company in Rathdrum, Ponsness/Warren, captured Dick's interest. After becoming the sole owner in 1989, Dick and Janice moved to Rathdrum to operate and expand the company. Although Dick and Janice relocated to Lewiston in 2000, Dick remained an active part of this one-of-a-kind innovative business, which still operates today by an exceptional group of dedicated individuals. In the '90s Dick was also involved in several residential land developments with his brother throughout Idaho, including Redheart Ridge at Lenore. From their home in Lewiston, Dick and Janice were able to be closer to family. Dick's brother Gary and wife Jeanne, and his children, Corey, Nikki and Hope, considered Dick not only as a brother and uncle, but as a best friend. Over the years, Dick and Janice made many wonderful friends as they enjoyed trapshooting, golfing and traveling together. He was highly competitive and excelled at trapshooting and golf, winning many awards, including delegate for the State of Idaho Amateur Trapshooting Association. Being an avid hunter, he was also instrumental in making sure his grandsons bagged their first bucks. His love was keeping active, whether it was working hard or playing hard and being surrounded by his family and friends. He left us on a sunny day, while working in his beautiful yard. Husband, dad, brother, grandpa, uncle and friend - you will be greatly missed. We love you. Dick is survived by his beloved wife, Janice; brothers and spouses, Gary and Jeanne Medley, and Don and Myrna Medley; sons and spouses, Mark and Mary Jo Medley, Jeff Medley, Steve and Shawn Province; and grandchildren, Ryan and Janel, Wade, Shane, Annette, Lucas, Beth, Katie, Alex, Jacqueline, Emma and Rachael; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father and mother, Isom and Dollie Medley; and his daughter, Raine Medley. A celebration of Dick's life will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday at the Clarkston Event Center, 841 Sixth St., with a hosted luncheon. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions to the Lewis-Clark Animal Shelter, 6 Shelter Road, Lewiston, ID 83501. Photo: Richard (Dick) Medley  Donna Mary Theresa (Salonek) Bloom, 68 Born in Watertown, MN May 12, 1942, Donna spent her career caring for others as a nurse and a nursing administrator. She worked in several hospitals, nursing homes and assisted living facilities in the Seattle. WA area where she helped make thousands of lives better and more comfortable either in health or near their ends. Her husband, Donald Bloom, is a 1955 graduate of Orofino High School. In her final two years, she herself was lovingly cared for by Donald, her husband of 32 years, daughters Lauren and Rochelle, and the staff of Virginia Mason Hospital-where she'd worked as a nurse in the early sixties when she first arrived in Seattle. She passed away March 30, 2011. 
Outside of her nursing career, she was a mistress of arts, crafts and the Minnesota hotdish, and had a way of telling stories with so much intricate detail that even she didn't know where or when the story would end. After years of health challenges and finally a diagnosis with a troubling prognosis, and after going home and beginning hospice to be near the things, the people and the little Scottie dog she loved so much, she left this world for the next. But her ornately detailed story lives on. Donna is survived by Don, her husband of 32 years; her children, Lauren (Ric) Brandt, Sean Anderson, and Rochelle (John) Hill; Don's children, Rick Bloom, Chris (Debi) Bloom, Steve (Vicki) Bloom, and Lisa (Scott) Smith; 12 outstanding grandchildren, and many good friends. She also leaves behind brothers, Paul (Elaine) Salonek, Urb (Rose) Salonek; sister, Anne (George) Lambrecht; sisters-in-law, Marge Salonek and Jean Salonek. She is preceded in death by her mother and father, Theodore and Theresa Salonek, and brothers, Leo and Ted Salonek. Photos: Donna Mary Theresa Salonek Bloom Harold H. Smith, Orofino A Memorial Service was held on March 28 for Harold H. Smith at the Orofino Veterans of Foreign Wars Hall. He passed away at Clearwater Health and Rehab on March 20, 2011. His wife of 52 years, Helen Y. Smith also passed away at Clearwater Health and Rehab on March 29, 2011. A Memorial Service was held for her at the Orchards Christian Church in Lewiston on April 2. They will both be missed very much. Their family would like to thank everyone who attended their memorial services, and for all the calls, card and flowers. "Thank you to all the family and friends for all the care and support. We could not have made it through this without you. A special thank you to Clearwater Health and Rehab for all the love and care they gave our parents and to Pine Hills Funeral Chapel and Crematory. They were so helpful and caring in this time of great loss of both of our parents in such a short time. Again…Thank you everyone." Richard Lee Mendenhall, 49, Orofino Richard Lee Mendenhall, 49, Orofino, passed away at Kootenai Medical Center, Coeur d'Alene, Thursday, March 31, 2011. Funeral services are pending with Pine Hills Funeral Chapel and Crematory. Helen Yvonne Smith, 71, Orofino Helen Y. Smith was born on April 19, 1939 in Orofino to Ted and Viola Borders. She was raised in the Frazier-Weippe area and graduated from Weippe High School. She then met her soon to be husband Harold on a blind date and they were married on March 12, 1959. She had 3 children.  While busy being a mom she also worked for Lewiston Painting for many years. She was also a cook in the deli at K-Mart and finally she retired as a cook from the Lewiston school district in 2006. She was on the LOID Board. Helen loved being an active member of the VFW Ladies Auxiliary. She was in charge of the Junior Girls Unit and held many offices throughout the years. She would always save her quarters so she could play 31. She enjoyed camping and being with family and friends. She is survived by her three children, Herman and wife, Geneva Smith of Culdesac, Cheryl and husband, Mike Bymun of Duncan, AZ., Kim Smith of Peck; seven grandchildren, Christine Smith and her finance, Sean Stubblefield, Jessica Smith, and Stephanie Harris all of Lewiston, Mike, Mathew, and Max Bymun of New Mexico, Magen Bymun of Arizona, a step-grandson, Glen and wife, Cherie Arnold of Culdesac; four great-grandchildren, Sammy, Katie, Emily and Flee of Culdesac. She loved her children and great grandchildren very much. She was preceded in death on March 20, 2011 by her husband, Harold. They had just celebrated their 52nd wedding anniversary. They were both very much loved by family and friends and will be greatly missed. We love you and will miss you both very much. A memorial service will be held at 3:00 pm on Sat. April 2, 2011 at Orchards Christian Church, 731 Warner Ave. in Lewiston. Family and friends are invited to a potluck dinner following the service. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel and Crematory is caring for arrangements. Photo: Helen Yvonne Smith Helen Y. Smith, 71, Orofino Helen Y. Smith, 71, Orofino, passed away Tuesday, March 29, 2011 at Clearwater Health and Rehabilitation in Orofino. Cremation will take place as requested. A memorial service will be held at 3 p.m. Saturday, April 2, at the Orchards Christian Church, 731 Warner Ave. in Lewiston. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel and Crematory is caring for arrangements. Carl Louis Riggers, 89 Carl Louis Riggers went home to be with the Lord, Saturday, March 26, 2011. He died of natural causes at Lewiston Rehabilitation and Care Center. He was born Dec. 21, 1921, to parents John Henry and Mary Sophie Riggers, and was the youngest of nine children. He was baptized at Good Hope Lutheran Church. Carl attended school in Fairview grade school and graduated from Gifford High School. Upon his parents' deaths, he was destined to carry on farming the same land that his father had homesteaded in the 1890s at Gifford. 
On June 1, 1947, Carl married Ruth Lettenmaier of Southwick, at the old Trinity Lutheran Church in Lewiston. Carl had met Ruth at J.C. Penney, where she was a clerk in the men's department, and he came in to buy a pair of gloves so he could work on the farmers' telephone line. Together, they worked diligently to make a success of the farming business, remain active in their community and church, and raise their two children, Judy and Davern. Carl was a quiet, hardworking person, enjoying others around him, and willing to do what was needed to make the world a better place. He was happy being a farmer, although he was bothered by hay fever and allergic to all of the crops and grasses, except beans and peas. He loved driving combine and tractor, but because of the allergies, he longed for a better way to do it. He was very good with welding and mechanics and, in 1965, he and Frank West used Cadillac parts to construct one of the first air-conditioned combine cabs in the Gifford-Reubens area. He was innovative and ahead of his time. As a young man, Carl loved to go with the Gifford High School basketball team wherever they went to watch them play and support them. He liked to ski. He and Ruth went to many different ski areas in the Northwest. For more than 25 years he served as an Agricultural Stabilization Conservation Service (now Farm Services Agency) agent. After being appointed by the governor, he served on the Gifford cemetery board for many years. Carl loved going to Arizona to spend the winters, first in a trailer, then later building a house in Mesa. He continued until he wasn't able to make the trip. He entered Orchards Rehabilitation Care Center, then Juniper Meadows Assisted Living, and later Lewiston Rehabilitation and Care Center. The family wants to thank all the caregivers who lovingly cared for him. Carl is survived by his wife of 63 years, Ruth, in the family home; son, Davern Riggers and Rozan of Culdesac; daughter, Judy Lewis and Chuck of Wallace; his grandchildren, Rachelle and Klayton Riggers of Lewiston, and Shawnna Riggers of Mesa, AZ, Lucia Gregory of Seattle, WA and Heather Heidt and Jason of Post Falls; his step-grandchildren, Nichole, Kelzey, Danny and Jessy; his great-grandson, Everett Heidt; brother, Martin and Martha Riggers of Lewiston; and many nieces, nephews and their families. He was preceded in death by his parents; his siblings and their spouses, Henry, Herman, Otto, Albert, Emma, Selma, Martha; and sister-in-law Elsie. Arrangements are being handled by Vassar-Rawls Funeral Home of Lewiston. Services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Thursday at Good Hope Lutheran Church. In lieu of flowers, donations are suggested to Good Hope Lutheran Church or a favorite charity. Photo: Carl Louis Riggers Catherine Elizabeth Reinfort Shubert, 93, Orofino Catherine Elizabeth Reinfort Shubert, 93, passed away Thursday, March 24, 2011, at Life Care Center of Lewiston. She was born March 12, 1918, to John and Catherine Reinfort in Sterling, CO. 
The family moved and settled in the Winchester area in 1926, where she completed her schooling and graduated in 1935. On Jan. 18, 1939, Catherine married Frank Shubert at St. Theresa's Catholic Church in Orofino. They made their home on the Cavendish Grade, which later became the New Hope subdivision, where they raised their family and farmed. In 1976, they moved to Orofino. During their retirement years, they enjoyed camping, fishing and playing cards with a number of wonderful friends. They later moved to Moscow for a few years and Frank passed away in June 1996. Catherine then moved to the San Diego area, and later back to Orofino, where she resided at Brookside Landing for the past seven years. Catherine was a lifetime homemaker and enjoyed knitting and crocheting. She was a devoted Catholic. She is survived by her four daughters, Cecilia Hart, Esther Stalnaker, Joan Chase and Pamela Shubert; as well as 11 grandchildren; numerous great- and great-great-grandchildren; and nieces and nephews. The rosary and a funeral Mass were held Saturday at St. Theresa's Catholic Church in Orofino. Inurnment followed at the Orofino Cemetery. The family suggests memorials be made to St. Theresa's Catholic Church. Vassar Rawls Funeral Chapel was in charge of arrangements. Photo: Catherine Elizabeth Reinfort Shubert Roger Joseph Monger, 72, Greer Roger Joseph Monger, 72, Greer, passed away Monday, March 21, 2011 in Lewiston. He was born Aug. 26, 1938 in Sandpoint to Anton Monger and Esther Monger Sundhagen. He married Patricia Lynn Hammon in Ketchum on July 14, 1962. 
Roger graduated from Bonners Ferry High School in 1956 and worked for a few months as a railroad worker. In 1957, he worked for the Federal Bureau of Public Roads surveying the Lochsa River. Following that he worked at various locations in Idaho including Horseshoe Bend, Lowman, McCall and St. Maries. Roger began work for the U.S. Forest Service in Pierce in June 1976 and transferred to Orofino. He worked at Orofino and Kelly Creek, retiring from federal service in 1987. He worked as a fishing guide from 1987 to 2006. He was drafted into the Army in 1961 and was honorably discharged in 1963. He was a member of the Ascension Lutheran Church. Survivors include his wife, Patricia Lynn Monger; son, Kurt Evan Monger and wife, Chris of Palmer, AK; daughter, Deana Penton and husband, Scott, of Moscow; granddaughter Justine Melaina of Idaho; great granddaughter Arianna of Idaho; sisters, Deloris Christopher and husband, Paul of Spokane, WA, and Arlene Gamelielson of Post Falls; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father, Anton Monger and his mother, Esther Monger Sundhagen. A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. Friday, March 25, at the Ascension Lutheran Church with Pastor Stan Hoobing officiating. Memorial donations may be made to the Jackson Baldwin Foundation, 3527 8th St. C, Lewiston, ID 83544. Photo: Roger Joseph Monger Carol Ann Norwood, 69, Orofino Carol Ann Norwood, 69, Orofino, passed away Monday, March 21, 2011 at her residence. Cremation will take place. Services will be held at a later date. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel and Crematory is caring for arrangements. Viola 'Ole' Beeson, 78, Orofino Ole Beeson passed away Wednesday, March 16, 2011, at Clearwater Valley Hospital. Cancer took her quickly and quietly. 
Ole was born Nov. 13, 1932 in Weippe to John and Elsie Leffert. She married Jim Beeson Sept. 20, 1953 in Lewiston. They owned and operated the Conoco Gas Station on the corner of Main and Michigan Ave. in Orofino and also a bulk oil delivery service until Jim's passing in March 1976. Ole led an adventurous and selfless life. Cooking for a gold mining camp, bartending at Konkol's Lounge and preparing meals for the Orofino Care Center were a few of Ole's many jobs. She was a proud member of the Ladies Auxiliary of the Veterans of Foreign Wars and a familiar face there volunteering her time and energy wherever it was needed. You could always count on Ole to work hard and serve others. She took great pride in carrying the American flag in local celebrations and parades and could always be found playing Bingo on Thursday nights in the Bingo hall. She was treasurer of the Ladies Auxiliary up until her death. Ole is survived by her three children, Lindsay and Robyn Beeson of San Clemente, CA; Pam and Kim Jones of Lewiston and Pete Beeson and Paula Heaton of Moscow. She has five grandchildren and one great-grandchild with another one on the way. She is also survived by her brother, Ed and Sharon Lefferts, and sister, Ellen and Rex Knight. She was preceded in death by her parents and a brother, Charlie Lefferts of Weippe. A memorial service celebrating Ole's life was held at Pine Hills Funeral Chapel Monday, March 21. Donations can be made in Ole's name to Ladies Auxiliary of the Orofino VFW. Photo: Viola 'Ole' Beeson Viola Irene Beeson, 78, Weippe Viola Irene Beeson, 78, Weippe, passed away Wednesday, March 16, 2011 at Clearwater Valley Hospital in Orofino. A service will be held in her memory on Monday, March 21, at 1 p.m. at Pine Hills Funeral Chapel in Orofino. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel is caring for arrangements. William E. Lane, 82 William E. Lane, 82, most recently of Clarkston, WA and a longtime resident of the Clearwater River Valley, left to take care of his job, drinking beer and chasing girls, Monday evening, March 7, 2011, at Tri-State Hospital. He was "fantastic," until the day he died. You just had to ask him and he'd tell you. 
He lived a long and varied life, doing things many people only dream about. He raced cars in North Lewiston and bragged that his speed record for the dirt track could never be broken because the track was later paved over. He piloted small airplanes and a helicopter. His most famous landing was at night when the strip was covered in snow and he touched down on the wrong side of the lights. The plane flipped onto its top, and the photograph in the local newspaper looked like it had been mistakenly printed upside down. He loved to run his jet boats, snowmobiles, four-wheelers and rafts and was a member of the Hells Canyon Boat Club, River Access for Tomorrow and similar groups. He also was a member for many years of the Clarkston and Lewiston Eagles lodges, and the Clarkston Moose Lodge. He was part of the first group to snowmobile the Lolo Motorway from end to end. He rafted the Grand Canyon more than once and ran the length of the Salmon River many times. On one occasion when he was about 70 he floated from Dagger Falls near Stanley to Lewiston on one continuous trip. He was always ready to take on a challenge. He was a self-made man who came from the poverty of the Kansas Dust Bowl. He was a proud man who always believed he was right. What made it hard to take was that all too frequently it was true. Bill was born in Syracuse, KA, the eldest of six children of William Ross Lane and Effie Mildred Cochran Lane. His family lived in several locations in Kansas during the first few years of his life, including Syracuse, Salina, Ulysses, Sublette, Garden City and Johnson. The family moved from Johnson to Del Norte, CO, in 1935, then to Canon City in 1938 and from there to Kooskia in late December of 1941. His formal education ended in the eighth grade, which wasn't uncommon then, but he never stopped learning. He lived most of his life in the Clearwater Valley, Kooskia to Lewiston, where he had several businesses over the years, including an auto parts store, vehicle repair shops, and general contractor. The number of buildings and houses he built in the Kamiah-Kooskia area for himself, for his businesses and for others is too great to remember. As a young man, he worked for the U.S. Forest Service running telephone lines through the Idaho backcountry where there were no roads. He and his uncles, Howard and Art Cochran, helped build U.S. Highway 12 from Kooskia to Montana, and he was among the first people to drive it. His two oldest sons, Bill and Mike, were among the first to travel the road from end to end before the gates were officially opened, stopping along the way to fish the Lochsa. He loved family reunions, especially if he got to do the organizing. In his last years, when his body and his mind were wearing out and he couldn't do all the things he expected of himself, he spent a lot of hours at the Clarkston Eagles. He had many friends there who looked out for him and treated him well. He cared for them, too. His family is grateful for their friendship. He is survived by eight children, Sandra L. Lee of Lewiston, daughter of the late E. Jean Branstrom McElhinney; William E. Lane, Michael R. Lane and Cindy L. Miller and husband, Alan, all of The Dalles, OR, and children of Lucille Hayes Virgil; and Jerry R. Lane and wife, Linda of Clarkston, John M. Lane and wife, Rene of Lewiston, Roberta (Melonie) Rohn of Seattle, WA, and Charles L. Lane and wife, Raven of Colville, children of the late Zellamaye Merrill Burkenbine. He also is survived by two step-children, Calvin Booth and Reniece Sandler, both of Coeur d'Alene, children of Lila Perry. He also is survived by two sisters, Donita Naternicola and Linda Emry and her husband, Gary, all of Boise; a brother, John M. Lane and his wife, Elsie, of Boise and Cascade; and numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; a sister, Veanice Lee; and a brother, Jerry Lane. At his request, Bill was cremated and his ashes will be scattered later. A celebration of his life is planned from 1 to 3:30 p.m. Sunday, March 20, at the Clarkston Eagles, 505 Maple St. Friends and family are asked to come with a favorite story, ready to tell or written for someone to read, but mostly just to come to celebrate a life lived well. Vassar-Rawls Funeral Home and Crematory is caring for arrangements. Photo: William E. Lane Mary Thompson, 82, formerly of Orofino Homer, AK resident Mary Thompson, 82, died Feb. 20, 2011. Anyone who knew Mary Thompson would have encountered her tireless energy, which could not be stopped by any adversity.  A celebration of Mary's life was held at March 5 at the United Methodist Church. In lieu of flowers, the family asks donations be made to Hospice of Homer. Born on April 30, 1928, in Tanta, Egypt, to Harold and Elizabeth McGeoch, Mary spent her childhood abroad. Each year they would get two new turkeys: one named Christmas and one named New Year's. For vacations, the family would take trips to Europe. When World War II started, the McGeochs' returned to the United States, where Mary graduated from high school in New Concord, OH. She then attended and graduated from Muskingum University in the same town. She met her future husband, Jim Thompson, at Lake Chautauqua, NY, while working as a camp counselor. They were married on June 13, 1951. Mary's husband, James Thompson, was pastor at the Orofino United Methodist Church from 1961-1966. After having their three children, they moved to Homer in 1966 for Jim's work at the Methodist Church. She learned to carve a moose with the help of her Betty Crocker cookbook, and quickly became accustomed to Alaska life. She became the church secretary and organized Sunday bulletins, hosted dinners and youth dances. She also taught at Homer High School, where she coached cheerleading, swimming and occasionally drove students to competitions in Valdez, AK. In her years of retirement, she was recognized as volunteer of the year by the city of Homer. She continued to invest countless hours into the community she treasured, and was proud to call her home. She was preceded in death by her husband, James Thompson; brother, Fred McGeoch and wife Anne; and daughter, Carol Thompson. She is survived by her brother, Lyle McGeoch and wife Florence; her sons, Fred Thompson and his wife Coni; Rick Thompson and his wife Sharon; grandchildren, Sara Hansen and her husband Tyler; and Zack Thompson; and all beloved friends. Comments may be made at: http://homernews.com/stories/030211/obits_omt.shtml#. Photo: Mary Thompson Fred Partney, 73, Peck Fred Partney, 73, Peck, passed away at Clearwater Valley Hospital in Orofino Saturday, Feb. 26, 2011. A service will be held in his memory at 11 a.m. Saturday, March 5, at the Orofino Tabernacle Church in Orofino. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel in Orofino is caring for arrangements. Jesse Leroy Mechling, 66, Orofino Jesse Leroy Mechling, 66, Orofino, passed away Wednesday, Feb. 23, 2011, at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center in Lewiston. Cremation is to take place as requested. A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. March 26 at the Seventh-day Adventist Church in Orofino. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel and Crematory is caring for arrangements. Roger Joseph Praest, 70, Orofino Roger Joseph Praest, 70, Orofino, passed away at his home Thursday, Feb. 24, 2011. Cremation is to take place as requested. Services are pending. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel and Crematory is caring for arrangements. Charles Andrew 'Chuck' Johnson, 81, Orofino Charles Andrew 'Chuck' Johnson, beloved husband, father, brother, grandfather and uncle, passed away in Spokane at Hospice of Spokane, Feb. 11, 2011. He had been hospitalized for pneumonia after recovering from heart surgery in November. He was 81 years old. Born in 1929 in Langdon, ND, Chuck was one of six children. After graduating high school, Chuck joined the United States Army, which allowed him to see parts of Europe. Upon his discharge, he moved to Minneapolis, MI where he not only studied to become a journeyman electrician, he met his wife, Margaret. They married in 1955, and moved to Orofino in 1956. They had four children, Linda (b. 1958) Beth (b. 1961), Peggy (b. 1963) and David (b.1965). Shortly after moving to Orofino, Chuck and Marge became two of the founding members of Ascension Lutheran Church. Over the years, Chuck spent many hours working at the church, helping to build it and making repairs, ushering and serving on church council. Chuck worked for Stoddard Electric and eventually became a part-owner of the business. Over the years, he worked on many of the businesses, schools and government buildings in the region. He continued work well past his 80th birthday, because he enjoyed his job and liked to keep busy. He enjoyed learning new things, particularly about science and history and believed in the power of an education, whether you got it at school or learned through reading. Chuck is survived by his wife of 55 years Margaret, daughter Beth and granddaughter Alicia, brothers Robert (Fargo ND) and Russ (Othello WA) and sister Joan (Almira, WA) as well as many, many nieces and nephews. Services will be Saturday, Feb. 26th, at 11 a.m. at Ascension Lutheran Church in Orofino, and will be followed by a luncheon at the church. Memorial gifts can be made to Ascension Lutheran Church, 215 115th Street, Orofino, Idaho 83544 or the Veterans of Foreign Wars, both in Orofino. Catherine Mary Wiscarson, 96, formerly of Elk River Catherine Mary Wiscarson, 96, passed away Monday, Feb. 21, 2011, at Clarkston Care Center. She was born March 28, 1914, in Prairie Du Sac, WI., to Richard and Mary Fitzgerald Howlett. 
Catherine attended high school in Elk River, graduating in 1933. Later she received her licensed practical nursing degree from St. Joseph Hospital's nursing program in Lewiston. She married Harry Wiscarson in 1959 in Coeur d'Alene and he preceded her in death. Catherine moved to Elk River in 1919, where her family built the Elk River Hotel. In 1936, the family moved to Clarkston. It was then that she became an LPN and worked for many of the medical facilities in the Lewiston-Clarkston Valley. In 1969 she moved to Nampa, where she purchased and ran a nursing home until 1980. For the next couple of years she worked in the nursing field in several small communities, Palouse, Elk River and Riggins. In 1982 Catherine moved back to the valley, where she continued working in the medical field until she retired. Catherine was a communicant of Holy Family Church in Clarkston. She enjoyed crocheting; TV and listening to the late-night radio talk shows. Surviving Catherine are her two daughters, Shirley Beck of Peteluma, CA and Sharon Castoldi of Worley; one son, Dan Wiscarson of Moscow; four grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren. A recitation of the rosary will be at 10:30 a.m. Friday, with a celebration of a funeral Mass following at 11 a.m., both at Holy Family Catholic Church in Clarkston. Memorial contributions may be made in Catherine's memory to either Holy Family Catholic church or school. Photo: Catherine Mary Wiscarson William Allen Day, 81, formerly of Orofino A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 24, at Pine Hills Funeral Chapel in Orofino for William Allen Day. A private family burial will be at Orofino's Riverside Cemetery. He passed away at Safe Haven Care Center in Pocatello Thursday, Feb. 17, 2011. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel and Crematory is caring for arrangements. William Floyd Vargovich, 71, Orofino William Floyd Vargovich, 71, Orofino, passed away at Clearwater Valley Hospital in Orofino Wednesday, Feb. 16, 2011. Cremation services are to be conducted by Pine Hills Funeral Chapel and Crematory. William Allen Day, 81, Pocatello William Allen Day, 81, Pocatello, passed away Thursday, Feb. 17, 2011 in Pocatello. Funeral services are pending with Pine Hills Funeral Chapel in Orofino. Frank Randolf Gumaer, 64, Pierce Frank Randolf Gumaer, 64, Pierce, passed away at his home Wednesday, Feb. 16, 2011. Cremation services will be held at Pine Hills Funeral Chapel and Crematory in Orofino. George Raymond Hobson, 92, Weippe George Raymond Hobson, 92, Weippe, passed away Friday, Feb. 18, 2011 at Clearwater Valley Hospital in Orofino. Funeral services are pending with Pine Hills Funeral Chapel. Oliver Ulen Bender, 85, Kamiah Oliver Ulen Bender, 85, Kamiah, passed away in Orofino Friday, Feb. 18, 2011. Cremation services will be held by Pine Hills Funeral Chapel and Crematory. Hathaway memorial planned A potluck memorial/wake has been planned for Jack Hathaway Saturday, Feb. 19, at 1 p.m. at the Shot Glass Bar in Orofino. The Shot Glass is located on Johnson Ave. near Les Schwab Tire. All are invited, regardless of whether or not they wish to bring something for the potluck. Eula E. Abbott, 89, born in Orofino  Eula E. Abbott was born Jan. 29, 1922, to Martha and Miles E. Moore in Orofino. She passed away Saturday, Feb. 12, 2011. She attended Lewiston schools and married Cody Abbott in Post Falls Sept. 6, 1938. They were married for 72 years. She is survived by her loving husband, Cody; and children, Cody Abbott Jr. and Candy of Seymour, IL, Linda Olmstead and Jerry of Baker City, OR, Brian Abbott and Margi of Arlington, WA, and Martha Ahrens and Ed of Grangeville. She is also survived by 18 grandchildren, 23 great-grandchildren and 8 great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; two sisters, Evelyn Folen and Mabel Henry; and two grandsons. Eula worked in the box factory at Potlatch during the war years while Cody was serving in the Merchant Marines. She spent most of her years as a loving homemaker, mother and grandmother. She enjoyed square dancing, round dancing and golf for many years. She sewed many of their dancing costumes for several years during their involvement with the Twin City Twirlers. She enjoyed traveling and camping, including trips to Alaska, Hawaii and Greece, as well as travels across the United States visiting children and grandchildren. Eula and Cody were officially recognized by Worldwide Marriage Encounter on Feb. 7, for their loving commitment to their marriage as one of the longest-married couples in the country. Graveside services will be held at 1 p.m. Thursday at Lewis-Clark Memorial Gardens. Donations in her memory may be made to Northwest Children's Home, 419 22nd Ave., Lewiston, ID 83501. Vassar Rawls Funeral Home and Crematory in Lewiston is caring for arrangements. Photo: Eula E. Abbott Joyce Jackson, 77, Orofino Our beloved Joyce Jackson of Orofino passed away peacefully on Wednesday, Feb. 9, 2011. 
Known as Joyce to many, Mom was always there for her children, grandchildren and neighborhood children with her warm smile, wonderful sense of humor and loving heart. Joyce loved nature, art, cooking and dancing. She found pleasure in caring for all of God's creatures. She enjoyed bowling, playing Bunco, baseball and volleyball. Joyce, her husband, Jesse, and three children moved to Orofino in 1971 for the construction of Dworshak Dam. They fell in love with the area and decided to make it their home where they raised their children and made an abundance of lifetime friends. Joyce is loved and survived by her husband, Jesse Jackson; her children, Kim Skinner of Coeur d'Alene and Jesse Allen of Orofino. She was preceded in death by her daughter, Babette Castillo. She had 11 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren. Joyce touched the lives of many and will be missed by all who knew and loved her. Her kindred soul will forever live in our hearts. Services will be conducted by Pastor Dan Vaughn at Pine Hills Funeral Chapel in Orofino on Saturday, Feb. 19, at 10 a.m. A fond farewell will immediately follow at Sanders Cemetery on Lower Wells Bench Rd. All are welcome. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel is caring for arrangements. Photo: Joyce Jackson Velma Joyce Jackson, 67, Orofino Velma Joyce Jackson, 67, Orofino, passed away at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center in Lewiston Wednesday, Feb. 10, 2011. A funeral service will be held Saturday, Feb. 19, at Pine Hills Funeral Chapel at 10 a.m. with burial at the Sanders Wells Bench Cemetery, Orofino. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel and Crematory is caring for arrangements. George Luther Lonsbury, Jr., 86, Orofino George Luther Lonsbury, Jr., 86, Orofino passed away at Clearwater Valley Hospital Sunday, Feb. 6, 2011. A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, Feb. 11, at the Orofino Community Church with burial at Orofino Riverside Cemetery. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel and Crematory is caring for arrangements. Harold T. Strom, 92, Orofino Harold T. Strom, 92, Orofino, passed away Saturday, Feb. 5, 2011 at the Idaho State Veterans Nursing Home in Lewiston. Arrangements are pending with Vassar-Rawls Funeral Home in Lewiston. John R. 'Jack' Hathaway, 69, Orofino The day Jack passed on to the happy hunting grounds, the sky had cleared and the sun had come out to welcome him Jan. 19, 2011. He was surrounded by family. He went peacefully and without pain. Jack was born June 14, 1941 and spent his early years in the northern suburbs of Chicago. He entered the military in 1962 and was among the first to be deployed to Vietnam. He worked as a crypt analyst with the expeditionary forces. 
In 1965 after his discharge in Northern California, he entered college at Sonoma State University where he received his Bachelors of Arts degree in Psychology. In 1970 he moved to San Diego CA, where he intended to work toward his doctorate degree in psychology. However, he went to work for San Diego County probation department . He worked almost exclusively with minority youth. During that time he and a partner developed and implemented the program that is now known as house arrest. He was instrumental in solving several cold case homicides. His eye for detail was amazing. He also taught psychology for National University. In 1981, he and his second wife moved to Idaho where he went to work as a probation /parole officer. After three years of working with the adult system Jack decided he needed a change, so he enrolled in law school at the University of Idaho. He graduated in December 1986 and passed the bar exam in February 1987. He worked a few months in Lewiston and then moved to Orofino where he worked until his death. The years he worked in Orofino were his favorite. He enjoyed being surrounded by his friends, He also enjoyed hunting and fishing in this beautiful area. Jack was involved with families throughout his career, including two marriages of his own, first to Kathy Ward and then to April Allen. He was a very giving family man. If you knew Jack then you knew he was always with the ones who needed him most, often excluding his own family. He is survived by his children, James W. Hathaway of Warrensburg, MO, Vivian Mckinney and her husband, Daniel, of Independence, MO, Amber Oser and her husband, Todd, of Raymore, MO and grandchildren, Collin, Corbert and Madelyn McKinney, Bailey and Blake Oser; mother, Marvel F. Hathaway of Orofino and brother, David and wife, Diane of Chicago, IL. In lieu of an immediate celebration of his life, a potluck wake will be held at the Shot Glass Saturday, Feb. 19, at 1 p.m. Jack is gone but he still lives in all of our memories. He will be missed by many. Ina Marie Jones, 71, born in Orofino BURLEY - Ina Marie Jones, 71, beloved wife, mother, sister, grandmother, great-grandmother, aunt, and friend passed away Monday, Jan 31, 2011 at her home in Burley surrounded by her family.  Ina was born on Feb. 10, 1939 in Orofino, Idaho to Alvin and Deloris Wilson. She graduated from Nezperce High School in 1957. Following high school Ina pursued her dream to become a flight attendant and after graduating she chose to turn in her wings to marry the love of her life, Garth Jones. Ina and Garth were married June 7, 1960, and had four wonderful children. Ina enjoyed spending time with her family, camping and playing cards. She spent many hours with her grandchildren laughing and having fun playing her favorite video game, Dr. Mario, which usually ended with a victory. Bowling was another passion she shared with her family; earning a trip to national competition in Reno with daughters Joni and Kristine. Her competitive spirit is one that will be missed dearly. Ina also spent many quiet hours toll painting, crafting, and painting her husband's wooden creations; garden frogs and bird houses to name a few. Together they made many wonderful gifts for friends and family to cherish. Those fortunate enough to know Ina knew she was devoted to her family and friends. Her laughter was one that started deep and erupted with joy. The familiar twinkle in her eye meant something mischievous or comical was afoot. Even while going through her recent battle with breast cancer, there was never a moment that she couldn't make others laugh with her wit and quiet humor. Sadly, while their memories of Ina are not lost, the cherished hugs that she gave them are no more. 
Ina is survived by her husband, Garth; sister, Mary (Fred) of Boise; daughters, Debbie (Dallas) Doty of Boise, Joni (Brad) Norman of Idaho Falls, Kristine Jones of Heyburn; daughter-in-law, Christina Lott of Twin Falls; several nieces and nephews; eleven grandchildren, and six great-grandchildren with one on the way. She was preceded in death by her parents, Alvin and Deloris Wilson; Aunt Louis Egan, and her son, Robert Jones. As sad as we are to say goodbye, we have joy in knowing that Ina has gone to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ; where she will dance with Him on the streets of gold and wait for us to follow her into eternity. "Amazing Grace", her favorite hymn says it best, "When this flesh and heart shall fail, and mortal life shall cease, I shall possess within the veil, a life of joy and peace." Memorial services will be held Saturday Feb. 5, 2011 at 3 p.m. at Morrison Funeral Home, 188 S Hwy 24 in Rupert, with urn placement to follow at Pleasant View Cemetery in Burley. A gathering for friends and family was held at New Beginnings in Burley, Friday Feb 4. Services are under the direction of Morrison Funeral Home. Photos: Ina Marie Jones Diane Marie Russell, 54, Orofino Diane Marie Russell, 54, Orofino, passed away Thursday, Feb. 3, 2011 at Clearwater Health and Rehabilitation in Orofino. Cremation services are pending per family request. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel and Crematory is caring for arrangements. Alice Kathleen Goodman, 64, Kamiah Alice Kathleen Goodman, 64, Kamiah, passed away at Clearwater Valley Hospital in Orofino on Wednesday, Feb. 2, 2011. Cremation is to take place. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel and Crematory is caring for arrangements. Harvey Harry Reimann, 74, formerly of Orofino Harvey Harry Reimann was born on Oct. 1, 1936 in Garrison, North Dakota. His parents, Harry and Regina Reimann, were grain farmers. He had a sister Shirley who was one year younger. He passed away at his home in Burley on Saturday, Jan. 29, 2011. A memorial service will be held Monday, Feb. 7, at Rasmussen Funeral Home in Burley with a dinner to follow at St. Mathews Episcopal Church fellowship hall in Rupert. Harvey attended one year of college and then joined the United States Army. He was stationed in Germany in the medical corps. He enjoyed working in the medical field and qualified as an Army Sharpshooter. After receiving an Honorable Discharge from the Army, Harvey enrolled in and graduated from Radiology Technological School at Grand Forks, ND. Harvey married Norma Olsen from his home town. They had a daughter, Darcie Lee Reimann, and lived for a time in Seattle, WA, where Harvey worked at Swedish Hospital. They moved to Orofino where eventually they divorced. Harvey married Ann Pappenhagen [Reimann] on Nov. 10, 1965 at the home of her parents, Dr. and Mrs. Albert Pappenhagen. Harvey became step father to Ken Cottrell and Kay [Cottrell] Field. Harvey was a highly respected X- Ray Technician and both he and Ann worked at Clearwater Valley Hospital for several years. In 1971 he took Ann and Kay to live in Gallup, NM, where he and Ann (a Registered Nurse) worked at McKinley General Hospital. Harvey and Ann moved to Burley in 1977. Kay was nearby attending college at Caldwell. Darcie lived in Boise with her mother and then moved in with Harvey and Ann. They have been very happy in Burley. Harvey had 38 sober years and was very active in AA. Also in the community, he sat on the Board of Directors of the Syringa Plaza in Burley. This facility houses low income seniors. Harvey was known for certain foods he brought to residents for some of the celebrations and for his sense of humor. Harvey has always been an outdoorsman, hunting, and most especially, fishing. He and Ann were avid campers and canoed for many years. Harvey was always a good baker and cook. He developed an interest in Dutch oven cooking and even entered contests. He and Vickie Knight won First Prize in the Rupert Dutch Oven Cooking Contest on July 3, 1990 for their Chicken and Bread Dough Dumpling recipe. When health problems limited Harvey's outdoor activities he took up wood carving, taking classes locally. He won First Prize at the Cassia County Fair in 2009 for his carving of a buffalo. Harvey's parents, his sister, and his daughter, Darcie, all predeceased him. Harvey is survived by his wife, Ann and his step children, Ken and Kay. He is survived as well by four grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Harvey is also survived by his sister's children, Tony Hummel and Peri Houten and their children. Instead of flowers Harvey and Ann ask instead that donations be made in his name to local chapters of AA or Relay for Life. Marietta Cross, 80, Orofino Marietta Cross passed away peacefully on Jan. 24, 2011 in Spokane, WA, surrounded by her family. She was born to Elsie and Marion C. Purington on Oct. 1, 1930 in Weare, NH. She was raised there, graduating from Weare High School in 1948, and receiving her nursing degree from Mary Hitchcock Memorial Hospital in 1951.  In 1967, she moved to Missoula, MT, with her first husband, Warren E. Thamarus, Jr. and their four children. Moving to Montana was like coming home for Marietta, and she had many adventures under western skies. She enjoyed skiing, hunting, fishing, hiking, and camping with her family. She was a member of the Missoula Trap and Skeet Club, and also participated in English Springer Spaniel field trials with her dog "Checkerboom Jake." In September of 1975 she married George W. Cross, and they established their home in Missoula. She had been working at Community Medical Center (CMC) for two years, and, with George by her side, she continued to dedicate herself to maternal-child health care in Montana. She became the obstetrics nursing supervisor in 1976 and was instrumental in developing the first neonatal intensive care unit for Montana at CMC. She was involved in the program "Healthy Mothers, Healthy Babies", the Montana Council for Maternal and Child Health, and the March of Dimes. She was a founding member of the Montana Perinatal Association, and a leader for CMC in Maternal Child Health Education outreach. She served as chairwoman of the Governor's Council for the MIAMI Project (Montana Initiative for the Abatement of Mortality in Infants). She also helped establish the Rocky Mountain Childbirth conference and recently attended the 20th annual meeting. She believed that there was "so much you could do" to promote prenatal care and education, and her career was a shining example of that belief. Marietta and George retired to the Orofino area in November 1992. They shared an active retirement, participating in the North Idaho Senior Games as well as other events around the country. She received medals in the long jump, trap shooting, shot-put, and discus. She loved all types of music, and was active with the Orofino Dance Club. She also enjoyed reading, walking her dogs and driving anywhere, which she often did to visit family and friends around the country. She was preceded in death by her parents, Marion and Elsie Purington; her brother, Malcolm C. Purington; brother-in-law, Oscar Straw; daughter, Debra Cross; and an infant son. Survivors include her husband, George; sister, Elizabeth Straw; sister-in-law, June Purington; children, Donovan Cross, Karen Thamarus, Michael Thamarus, Carla Cross, Susan Horstmann (Mark), and Mary Meyer (Carter); grandchildren, Barbie Cross, Chani Dupuis, Dylan Cross, Joshua Cross, Stephanie Horstmann, Steven Horstmann, Carl Meyer, and Cassie Meyer; eight great-grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews. Marietta will be missed by all of us, a void never to be filled. We will always be grateful for her compassion, wisdom, and strength. She will live in our hearts forever. A memorial service for Marietta will be held in Missoula, MT later in the spring. Memorial donations may be made in Marietta's name to: Community Medical Center Foundation Clearwater Valley Hospital and Clinic Your local chapter of the American Cancer Society Pine Hills Funeral Chapel is caring for arrangements. Photo: Marietta Cross Duane Junior Fredrick, 85, Lenore Duane Junior Fredrick, 85, Lenore, passed away Thursday, Jan. 27, 2011 at his home. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel and Crematory is caring for arrangements. Marietta Cross, 80, Lenore Marietta Cross, 80, Lenore passed away at Sacred Heart Medical Center in Spokane, WA, Monday, Jan. 24, 2011. A gathering for family and friends will be held Saturday, Jan. 29, at the Krystal Café in Orofino from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel and Crematory is caring for arrangements. Betty Lou Baeseman, 77 Betty passed away Wednesday, Jan. 19, 2011, at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center in Lewiston. She was born Sept. 8, 1932, in Winegar, WI., to Margaret Elam and John Anderson. Betty grew up in the upper Michigan area. She and Oliver P. Baeseman were married July 8, 1950, in Bessemer, MI. After their marriage and the birth of their first child, the couple moved to Crescent City, CA, where she worked and lived until moving to Centralia, WA. There she worked at Assured Home Health until she retired in 1994. Following the death of her husband in 1997, she moved to Orofino. Betty was a member of Kendrick First Assembly of God for the last 10 years. Surviving her are six children, Alvin Baeseman and Kathleen Closson, both of Oregon, Oliver Joseph Baeseman, Jacqueline Amrine and Susie Ryan, all of Washington, and Gloria Hooks of Texas; three sisters, Dorothea Gerovac, Lucille Preussler and Beverly Pearcy, all of Idaho; and one brother, Frank Anderson of Washington; as well as 12 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. Preceding her in death were her parents, three sisters and two brothers. A celebration of life will be conducted at 1:30 p.m. Sunday at the Kendrick First Assembly of God Church, with a covered-dish dinner to follow. Vassar Rawls Funeral Chapel and Crematory is caring for arrangements. Rosella Gladys Snyder, 102, Orofino Rosella Gladys Snyder, 102, Orofino, passed away Wednesday, Jan. 12, 2011 at Clearwater Health and Rehabilitation in Orofino from natural causes. 
She was born Feb. 16, 1908, in Kippen to Carroll LeRoy Parkins and Muriel Louisa (Erickson) Parkins. She was their second child and though she cared for her younger siblings like a mother due to her mother's health, she said her childhood was a happy one. She attended school until she was 15 when she decided to quit, a decision she said she later regretted. Her family members were all musical. Her father played the violin and her mother was talented at the piano. On Sundays they gathered with close neighbors to enjoy the music. Rosella came to Orofino from Cold Spring at the age of 17 and worked for her aunt and uncle at Erickson's Palace of Sweets. She also sold tickets at the Rex Theatre and played the piano for silent movies. It was at the Palace of Sweets that she met Eldon Snyder, her future husband. He came from one of the pioneer families of Clearwater County. The couple married on June 5, 1927. They owned and operated the Standard Oil Bulk Plant in Pierce until they purchased a store in Orofino and founded Snyder's Men's Clothing and Sporting Good Store in 1945. Rosella worked there until her retirement. Eldon passed away in 1989. Rosella was active in a number of organizations including Daughters of the Nile, Eastern Star, Veterans of Foreign Wars Ladies Auxiliary and a charter member of Orofino Golf Club. She was also a member of the Orofino Peck United Methodist Church. Each week until she moved to Clearwater Health and Rehabilitation, she played bridge with a group of friends. Survivors include her sons, Maurice of Orofino and Elbert and his wife, Angie, also of Orofino; sisters, Vella Quillen and Vernica Sullivan, both of Lewiston; grandsons, A. Craig Snyder of Lewiston and Thomas C. Snyder, Lebanon, OR. She is also survived by three great grandchildren and three great great grandchildren. Besides her husband, Eldon; she was preceded in death by two brothers, Major Parkins and Edward Parkins and a sister, Edna Parkins Johnson. A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 18, at Pine Hills Funeral Chapel in Orofino with Pastor Hank Herschle officiating. That will be followed by a luncheon at the Orofino Peck United Methodist Church. Memorial contributions may be made to a charity of your choice. Photo: Rosella Gladys Snyder Rosella Gladys Snyder, 102, Orofino Rosella Gladys Snyder, 102, Orofino, passed away Wednesday, Jan. 12, 2011, at Clearwater Health and Rehabilitation in Orofino. A memorial service will be held Tuesday, Jan. 18, at 1 p.m. at Pine Hills Funeral Chapel. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel and Crematory is caring for arrangements. Rex E. O'Rourke, 87, formerly of Orofino  Rex O'Rourke, retired Nezperce farmer, was born Jan. 8, 1923, in Cushing, OK, and died quietly at home early the morning of Friday, Jan. 7, 2011. Rex was brought to this area by his foster father, E.J. O'Rourke. At various times they lived in Orofino, Colfax, east of Spokane, Four Lakes, WA, as well as Nezperce. E.J. O'Rourke later married Hazel Kennedy Rowe. Rex began school east of Spokane, at a one-room country school. He later attended Nezperce grade school, then the Harbkie School on Russell Ridge, finally returning to Nezperce, where he graduated from high school in 1943. In November 1944, Rex entered the U.S. Army Transport System at Seattle, where he served on an Army transport seagoing tug operating between Seattle and Anchorage, AK. He was then transferred to an Army troop ship running between Seattle and Hawaii. On June 23, 1947, Rex married Elizabeth Pearl Martin of Nezperce in the Nezperce Christian Church. A man of many interests, Rex had been a private pilot, a HAM radio operator, an amateur gunsmith and competition rifle marksman. He served the Nezperce area as an emergency medical technician until his own health began declining. He was a member of the Masons and the Elks. He also provided lay ministry at several churches throughout the area for several years. Rex was preceded in death by his wife, Elizabeth Pearl; their infant daughter, Mary Lavell; and their adult daughter, Marie Idel O'Rourke. He is survived by his two sons, Merel R. of Nezperce and Melvin Ray O'Rourke of Clarkston; and by two grandsons, Archie Jennings and Robert Eller, both of Nezperce. A graveside service will be conducted at 2 p.m. Saturday at the Nezperce Cemetery, with a reception to follow at the Nezperce Senior Center. Further information may be obtained through Vassar-Rawls Funeral Home (208) 743-6541, or by calling Merel at (208) 937-2250. Photo: Rex E. O'Rourke Betty Louise Brown, 77, Orofino  Betty Louise Brown was born in Jerome Sept. 8, 1933 to Lereatta Wolverton Brown and Morris Brown, Sr. She died Sunday, Jan. 9, 2011. Her early childhood was spent in southern Idaho, rich with aunts and uncles. Betty graduated from Orofino High School in 1951, where she met the only man in her life, James Alden Brown, Sr. Betty and Jim made their life home in Orofino, and raised two daughters, Chris and Debbie, and a son, Jim. The pride of her life was her family, of whom there are many members. They include: Christine and Gary McBee, Todd McBee and Stacy McBee; James Aldon Brown, Jr. and Billie Brown; Tansi Pedersen, Roddy and Tony Brown with children, Dakota, Tyra, Mikey, Lilly and Sierra; Tara Wilson with children Matea, Taylor, Payton and one yet to come; and Tessa Brown; Debra and Mike Claffey, Mike Claffey, Marc Claffey, Angie and Elmer Robertson with children, Ariel and Jaden; Brandi Claffey and fiancé Riley O'Brien. She also formed lifelong friends from which the "Wild Bunch" was formed. During her life, Betty was involved with many organizations in the community. One place you could always count on seeing her was at the elections where she served as an election official. She was instrumental in getting the Clearwater Hospital Auxiliary started. She served on the Riverside Water and Sewer Board from 1993 to the present, for the past six years as chairwoman. Betty was involved in many enterprises in her life, retiring from a full-service drapery shop with partner, Edith Day. Betty was very artistic. There wasn't any craft, sewing or painting project, to name a few, that she hadn't mastered. She blessed many with the fruits of her talents. Someone very special in both Betty's life, as well as Jim's, was their lifelong best friend, Leif Howland. Leif, a childhood friend of Jim's has seen Jim and Betty through much of what life has thrown at them. During this last illness of Betty's, he was a godsend to her in every way. He has done so much that the family cannot thank him enough for. Betty was preceded in death by her husband, Jim Brown, who passed away on July 25, 1997; her parents, Lereatta McDonald and James Morris Brown, Sr.; and her best friend, Pat Dewey. A visitation will be held Wednesday, Jan. 12, from 2-5 p.m. at Pine Hills Funeral Chapel in Orofino. Services for Betty will be conducted at 11 a.m. Thursday at Pine Hills Funeral Chapel. Interment will be at the Riverside Cemetery following the service. There will be a dinner following at the Veterans of Foreign Wars in Orofino. Donations may be made to a charity of choice. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel is caring for arrangements. Photo: Betty Louise Brown Dollie Grace Colwell, 78, Peck Dollie Grace Colwell passed away peacefully at Tri-State Memorial Hospital in Clarkston, WA on Saturday, Jan. 8, 2011 surrounded by her husband, four sons, daughters and numerous grandchildren at the age of 78. 
She was born Oct. 3, 1932 to John Phillip and Elsie Dick in Peoria, IL She grew up on the family farm in Smithfield, IL and graduated from Yates City High School in 1950. From there, she went on to Saint Francis School of Nursing in Peoria. She graduated with a Registered Nursing degree in September 1953 when she also received an endorsement in psychiatric nursing from Creighton University Saint Joseph Unit in August 1953. After graduating, she continued working at Saint Francis Hospital as an RN until she met the love her life, 'Chuck'. She married Chuck Edwin Colwell Feb. 27, 1955. After getting married, they made 15 moves within 5 years between Illinois, Montana and Idaho. They finally settled down permanently in Peck around 1961. She worked as a registered nurse in Orofino approximately 3.½ years at Clearwater Valley Hospital, then at State Hospital North for 28 years. She retired from SHN in 1993. Some of her many favorite hobbies were going to yard sales, gardening, canning, sewing and needlepoint. Their original plan was to have six kids, three boys and three girls. After their fourth son was born, they decided the ratio of boys to girls was now out of balance. Although Dollie always wanted a daughter, she decided then that she would wait and let the boys bring her daughters home; "already trained and with no returns". She loved all her 'daughters-in-law' as if they were her own. She leaves behind her children: Pat and Becky Colwell of Peck, Gary and Jerri Leigh Colwell of Lewiston, Darrel and Paula Colwell of Peck and Terry and Nancy Colwell of Orofino; grandchildren, Jerry and Lise Colwell, Kathleen and Arby Shown, Joshua and Kelsey Colwell, Madison Colwell, Jennifer Colwell, Jeremy Colwell, Randi Colwell, and Jordan Colwell; great-grandchildren, Michael, Natalia, Ryan, Ridge, Selway, Canyon, Syringa and Trinity; sisters, Marge and Russel Coulter, and Rosalie Smith; brothers, Bernie Dick, and John and Sherry Dick; plus numerous nieces and nephews. Preceding her in death were her parents, John and Elsie; brother-in-law, Dean Smith (Rosalie); sister-in-law, Bonnie Colwell Dick (Bernie); and a great-niece, who she was very close to, Rhonda Orr. A celebration of life will be held Friday, Jan. 14, at the Peck Community Center at 1 p.m. followed by a potluck dinner hosted by the Peck Ladies Club. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel is caring for arrangements. Photo: Dollie Grace Colwell Darlene Faith Jackson, 74, Weippe Darlene Faith Jackson, 74, Weippe, passed away at her home in Weippe on Monday, Jan. 10, 2011. A visitation will be held Thursday, Jan. 13, from 2-5 p.m. at Pine Hills Funeral Chapel in Orofino. A service will be held Monday, Jan. 17 at 10 a.m. at Pine Hills Funeral Chapel with burial to follow at 2 p.m. at Lewis Clark Memorial Gardens in Lewiston. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel and Crematory is caring for arrangements. Ruth Grace Meadows Bausch, 88, Orofino  Ruth Grace Meadows Bausch passed away peacefully, surrounded by family and friends, Jan. 7, 2011 at Clearwater Valley Hospital in Orofino. Ruth was born Dec. 10, 1922, in Grand Junction, CO to Louis and Grace Meadows. The family moved to Salt Lake City, UT, a few years later. When the Great Depression hit, they moved to Declo to work in the potato fields. Although Ruth and her three younger brothers, Albert, Rueben, and Merle, didn't have many possessions during their younger years, they were richly blessed with strong family values and a hard work ethic. In 1939, her family relocated to Lewiston where Ruth graduated from high school in 1941. On July 4, 1942, she married Daniel Bausch in Wapato, WA, and they made their home in Lewiston while Dan served in World War II. Upon his discharge, they moved to O'Neil, NB, for a short time then returned to Lewiston where Dan went to work for Clearwater Power Company. Dan, Ruth, and their three children, Woody, Sandy, and Dennis, lived in Lewiston and Juliaetta for eight years before they moved to Orofino in 1955. Ruth very much loved the home and farm that she and Dan built. She always welcomed guests, whether they were family, friends or strangers, into her home. Ruth would engage guests in a game of cards or entertain them with fond stories of her family. Guests never left her house without a full tummy and a smile on their face. Ruth was famous for her cooking, especially her buttermilk pancakes and homemade cinnamon rolls. She would graciously share her recipes with anyone upon request, but all agreed that no one could quite replicate the taste because she always added a special ingredient (love) to everything she made. Ruth lived a life of honesty, hard work, and a love for all people. If she wasn't cooking, cleaning, or tending to other chores around the family farm, she was painting ceramics, making yarn covered hangers, sewing, or crafting. She was well known as a grocery clerk in the old M&K in Lewiston, and Bessents, and the old Hayes stores in Orofino. Although Parkinson's disease limited her mobility in later years, she enjoyed taking trips to the casino and shopping. Ruth is survived by her three children and their spouses: Woody and Colleen Bausch, Sandy and Ed Butler, and Dennis and Kim Bausch. She enjoyed her seven grandchildren, four great grandchildren, one brother and his spouse Rueben and Jeanne Meadows, and an abundance of extended family and close friends. Ruth was preceded in death by her parents, brothers Albert and Merle, and her husband, Dan. A visitation will be held Friday, Jan. 14, from 2- 5 p.m. at Pine Hills Funeral Chapel in Orofino. Services will be held Saturday, Jan. 15, 11 a.m. at Pine Hills Funeral Chapel in Orofino. A potluck luncheon will follow at the Orofino Senior Center. Meat and beverages will be provided. If desired, please bring a side dish, salad, or dessert. Burial will be held at Normal Hill Cemetery in Lewiston at 3 pm. Memorials in honor of Ruth may be sent to Clearwater County Ambulance Service (CCAS). Photo: Ruth Grace Meadows Bausch Fran Goffinet Lukenbill, 89, grew up around Central Ridge Mom passed away Wednesday, Jan. 5, 2011, of causes related to living a long, fabulous life. She was 89. 
Not wanting to miss the fireworks, Mom decided to make an early and unscheduled entrance into this world while the family was enroute to Nezperce to celebrate the Fourth of July festivities. Born Zillah Maidia Frances Goffinet to Eugene and Elizabeth Goffinet of Central Ridge, on the Fourth of July, 1921, Mom was a firecracker from day one! She was the ninth of 10 children. She was known to all her family and friends simply as "Scram." She had built a wooden car big enough for a nine-year-old girl to ride in that looked just like the car, "Scrambola," from a popular cartoon strip of the day. The name stuck. Mom's favorite things were reading, fishing with dad, music and anything that had to do with family. She could still sing harmony to her old favorites until the end. Nearly as cherished as her family were her memories of growing up in Peck and Central Ridge, where the family farmed. Her stories made one think there was no other place quite like it on Earth. Her life and values were formed by small-town farm life and the Great Depression. Mom married Jerry Lukenbill in 1939, and they spent most of their married life in the Lewis-Clark Valley, where their five children were born and raised. Like most moms, she was the best mom in the world, and we will miss her very much. She is survived by daughters, Jeaneanne and husband Bill Henley of Marysville, Wash., Kathie and husband Jack Zimmer of Coeur d'Alene, Debbie and Cliff Wogsland of Clarkston, and son Marty Lukenbill and wife Sherry of Lewiston; 10 grandchildren; many great-grandchildren; a great-great-granddaughter; as well as many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband; eldest son, Monte; granddaughter, Jerri Kay Henley; her parents; and nine brothers and sisters. We especially want to thank the wonderful staff at Wedgewood Terrace for the incredible loving care they gave to our mother. We are going to have a celebration of Mom's life on the Fourth of July in Pioneer Park. Photo: Fran Goffinet Lukenbill Kenneth P. Schoenek, 89, Orofino  Kenneth P. Schoenek, 89, Orofino, passed away Wednesday, Jan. 5, 2011. He was born to Paul and Georgie Schoenek in McAllister, MT. He graduated in 1940 from Bozeman High School. He spent one year in Seattle, WA where he worked for Boeing and attended University of Washington. There he also bought and learned to fly his first plane. He joined the Navy Air Force in 1942. He taught flying until deployed to the Pacific to fly torpedo planes, PBY-1 & PBY-2 targeting enemy shipping. In the spring of 1945 he was shot down. He and his crew of five escaped on a rubber raft. They floated for seven days before being picked up by a plane called "Mother Goose". He said he always thought if they were ever shot down, the only chance to get out would be if he could spin the plane and land on top of the water, like you do when skipping rocks. He did this and they were able to get out before the plane was riddled. He spent his post war years in pharmacy, graduating from Auburn University, in Alabama. He is survived by his wife, Shirley; his nephew, Paul Sagunsky; and his cousin Dr. Edna Lay of Bozeman, MT. At his request no services will be held. Cremation will take place. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel is caring for arrangements. Photo: Kenneth P. Schoenek Sulo Wuori, of Greer, passed away Jan. 1, 2011. while in Stevensville, MT. He was 88. 
He was born to Raisa and Henery Wuori on Jan. 2, 1922 in Elo, MI. In the late 1940's, he moved to the Orofino and Pierce area where he worked most of his life in the logging industry until he retired. He married Sophia Lester on Dec. 18, 1953. She had two daughters Hazel and Erma. In 1997 he married Betty Weigand in Montana. She has three daughters Beverly, Susie, and Debbie. Sulo was an avid hunter and fisherman and enjoyed getting out in the backwoods of Idaho. He is survived by his wife; Betty; her three daughters Beverly Rawls, Susie Hambrick and Debbie Miller all of Montana; daughters: Hazel Parker of Ludowici, GA and Erma Jones of Orofino; nephews and nieces from Michigan and California and several grandchildren in Montana and Idaho. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife Sophia, and 13 brothers and a sister. He will be greatly missed by all his family and numerous friends. A funeral service will be held Saturday, Jan. 8, at 11 a.m. at the Ascension Lutheran Church , 215 115th St., Orofino, with a dinner to follow. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel & Crematory is caring for arrangements. Photo: Sulo Wuori Betty Jean McIntosh, 67, Weippe Betty Jean McIntosh, 67, Weippe, passed away Tuesday, Jan. 4, 2011, at Clearwater Valley Hospital in Orofino. No services are planned at this time. Cremation is to take place. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel and Crematory is caring for arrangements. Ronald Dewaine Lyons, 51, Weippe Ronald Dewaine Lyons, 51, Weippe, passed away Sunday, Jan. 2, 2011, at Clearwater Valley Hospital in Orofino. A graveside service will be held Monday, Jan. 10, at 11 a.m. in Fraser Cemetery near Weippe. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel and Crematory is caring for arrangements. Thomas Patrick Coma, 63, Orofino Thomas Patrick Coma, 63, Orofino, passed away Friday, Dec. 31, 2010, at Clearwater Valley Hospital in Orofino. No services are planned. Cremation is to take place. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel and Crematory is caring for arrangements. Robert Lyle Clem, 72, born in Orofino Robert Lyle Clem died Sunday, Dec. 26, 2010 at age 72. He was born in Orofino, Idaho to Frank and Ada Clem on March 6, 1938. He was raised in northern Idaho and North Bend, OR. 
He joined the Navy at a young age and was proud to have been a SeaBee, serving time in Antarctica (Operation Deep Freeze I & II) and Cuba. Bob moved to Yakima, WA in 1967 and began his career in radio and television broadcasting. In 1975 he started his own advertising agency. That same year he began traveling extensively across the U.S. and Canada as an entertainer. He was the "keynote" speaker for hundreds of conventions over the next 20 years. He was a founder of the Yakima Air Fair and in 1995 became the manager of the Yakima Airport. He retired in 2005 and spent most days in his wood shop. He was an avid woodworker and always said that woodworking was his golf game. He is survived by his wife, Rhinda; two sons, Cory (Marie) and Rob (Patty); a daughter, Marla; six grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; a sister, Frankie; four nieces and nephews and everyone else who's reading this. At Bob's request, a private memorial will be held at a later date. An online guestbook is available at www.valleyhillsfh.com. In lieu of flowers, a donation can be made "In Memory of Bob Clem" to the Scholarship Fund at Perry Technical Institute. To read more about Bob Clem and his involvement in the community while he lived in Yakima, see this Yakima Herald Online article. Photo: Bob Clem A.E. (Al) Goodall, 79, born at Southwick A.E. (Al) Goodall passed away at his home in Lewiston Wednesday, Dec. 22, 2010. Al was born in rural Southwick March 25, 1931, to Abrahm and Isabela Goodall, the youngest of seven children.  Al attended school in Orofino before moving with his family to the Lewiston Orchards. After graduation from Lewiston High School in 1949, he joined the U.S. Army. Upon his discharge, he was employed briefly at Potlatch Forests Inc. before going to work for the Camas Prairie Railroad. He worked there for many years and was proud to have earned his 40-year pin at the railroad. While working for the railroad, a treat his kids and grandkids will always remember was the time he had the engineer take them on a locomotive ride. Al and his wife Jeannie enjoyed the Blue Mountains. They spent a lot of time riding their snowmobiles, cutting firewood, camping or just going for a ride "out in the Blues." Teal Point was a favorite spot for both of them. He was an avid reader. He also liked a good argument. Whether he agreed or disagreed with you, you could always count on Al to debate you on the topic. Al is survived by his wife of 37 years, Jeannine Cole; his sister, Edna Pennington; his daughters, Connie Goodall and Debbie Goodall with her family; his stepdaughters, Patty Mincher, Peggy Rode, Ann Jones and Lauri (Larry) Byers, with their families; and his stepsons, Rich Law Jr., Jim Roberts and Bill Copenspire, with their families. He was preceded in death by a previous wife, Gladys Goodall; his sisters, Alice Delaney, Evelyn Goodall and Muriel Goodall; and his brothers, Bill Goodall and Irvin Goodall. Al, also known as Alva Ernest, Alvie, Alice, Grandpa Charlie and Grandpa Goodie, you will be missed and we will be drinking Burgie Beers in your memory. No formal memorial service is planned. Cremation has taken place. Vassar Rawls Funeral and Crematory is in charge of arrangements. Randy R. Beck, 55, formerly of Orofino, Pierce  Longtime Lewiston resident and businessman Randy R. Beck passed away Monday, Dec. 20, 2010, after a long and courageous battle with esophageal cancer. Randy was born Dec. 10, 1955, at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center in Lewiston, to Roy and Marge Beck. He rode home to Orofino from the hospital in his dad's logging truck. It was on this trip that his love for the great outdoors began. His mom and dad were very proud of their little logger man. Randy spent the first six years of his life in Orofino and Pierce. Randy moved to Lewiston in 1962 and attended first through sixth grade at Orchards Elementary School. He then attended Sacajawea Junior High School and Lewiston High School, from which he graduated in 1974. It was in the ninth grade, in 1969, that Randy met the love of his life, Susan Bauman. They dated all through high school and were voted the king and queen of hearts their senior year in 1974. Randy loved sports and played football, basketball and baseball in high school, as well as American Legion baseball during the summer. He was voted Mr. Hustle his junior year in football and was captain of the football team his senior year. Randy and Susan married June 18, 1977. He was self-employed most of his life as the owner of numerous travel agencies in Lewiston, Spokane and Post Falls, Idaho. He had more than 100 employees during the course of his career and loved them all very much. Most recently Randy had been in financial services as a mortgage broker and private real estate lender. He was a past board member of the Valley Boys and Girls Club from 1983 through 1987. He was vice president of the board and was one of the first chairpersons of the annual club auction. He was also a board member of the Lewiston Roundup Association and a member of the Rocky Mountain Travel Association, for which he traveled in the United Sates and abroad to promote regional tourism. He was an active member of the Lewiston Chamber of Commerce, Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation, Pheasants Forever and the Rocky Mountain Sheep Foundation. Randy enjoyed archery, hunting, fishing, camping and four-wheeling with his family and friends. He was an avid outdoorsman in every way. Some of his fondest memories were hunting and fishing with his family, and he has passed his love of the outdoors on to his children. He is survived by his wife, Susan; son, Riley; daughters, Jamie and her fiancee Zack Bakker, Betsy Sutton and her husband Mitch with son Grady, and Lindsay Biladeau and husband Lee; father Roy Beck; his siblings, Dianne and Larry Smith of Coeur d'Alene, Sam and Martie Beck of Lewiston, Dave and Paulette Bliss of Puyallup, WA, and Lanny and Gwen Watkins of Lewiston; as well as numerous nieces and nephews, and their families, who he loved dearly. Preceding Randy in death were his son, Ryan, and mother, Marjorie. Randy felt so blessed to have many friends and family. His motto was, "Make today a better day than yesterday." We all have the opportunity to make a difference in someone's life, because as he well knew, so many people made a difference in his. Randy wished to extend a special thanks to the many health care providers who helped him during his treatment. He cared very much for all of you. A celebration of Randy's life will be conducted at 1 p.m. Thursday at Valley Christian Center, 3215 Echo Hills Drive in Lewiston. Memorials may be sent in the name of Randy Beck to the Jackson Baldwin "Pay It Forward" Foundation at 3527 Eighth St. C, Lewiston, ID 83501. Photo: Randy R. Beck Boyd Wayne Snyder, 75, formerly of Weippe  Boyd Wayne Snyder, 75, formerly of Weippe, passed away peacefully Sunday, Dec. 19, 2010. Boyd was born to Walter and Flarnie Bonner Snyder on Aug. 6, 1935 in Weippe. The youngest of eight siblings, he worked for the railroad with trestles up through Winchester surrounding areas. His various jobs included crop dusting, Schmidt Bros. Mill, Hutchings Lumber, Timberline High School and his retirement for the Ponderosa Restaurant. His first marriage ended in divorce. He married N. Lynn Spicer Austin, and helped raise her son, Lance. Boyd taught his son, lance to fish and hunt, which they did often. When grandson, Wayne, was born, the first thing he said was, "That boy wasn't born with a fishing pole in his hand." H was an avid hunter and fisherman in the Wieppe area until 1987, when he moved to Orofino. The hunting, fishing and camping stories will continue with them. Boyd is survived by his wife, Lynn; grandson, Wayne J. Snyder of Moscow; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; son, Lance G. Austin Snyder; five brothers, W. Jay, Martin Lee, Walter Dean, Oren and Norman; sisters, Phyllis Hix, and Delores Brink. Cremation has taken place and a memorial service will be held at a later date. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel and Crematory is caring for arrangements. Photo: Boyd Wayne Snyder Heather Marie McLean Lougee, 35, Peck Heather Marie McLean Lougee, born Dec. 14, 1975 to Dolan and Juanita McLean in Lewiston, passed away in Spokane, WA on Thursday, Dec. 16, 2010. She was 35. 
Dolan and Juanita brought Heather home to Orofino, to her older sister Heidi, and the two of them had many wonderful years growing up. As soon as Heather was old enough to walk she was dancing. When Heather was one year old she won "Miss Personality" at a Centennial celebration in the Orofino City Park. By the time she was three years old she had her own "baton," all of 12 inches long, and marched in the Orofino parade with Heidi down the streets of Orofino. She was also in youth baseball for many years, and although her legs were not very long, Heather could get to first base before anyone. Heather grew up in a yellow house next door to the Tabernacle Church and absolutely loved taking her "boom box" to the church's concrete slab, where she spent countless hours dancing. The older she got, the more true and wonderful friends she acquired. Heather was the life of the party. While in high school, Heather was a cheerleader, a princess in the O.C.I. Royalty her junior year and senior class president, which involved giving a speech in front of hundreds of people. After graduating from Orofino High School, Heather attended Lewis-Clark State College for a time. She returned to Orofino to work at various jobs, including Orofino Elementary School, A.S.E., and the Clarkston Aquatic Center. Heather met the one and only love of her life, Allen Lougee, in 1999, and they married in 2005. She could not be happier with Allen. In the marriage, Heather was blessed with the opportunity to help raise Allen's daughter, Katie Lougee. Katie, the daughter Heather always wished for, was a godsend for her, who loved her and fussed and worried about her to her last day. Heather and Allen lived in Orofino and later moved to Lewiston. In 2006, they moved to Peck, where they stayed. Together they enjoyed numerous camping trips to the North Fork Clearwater River with Katie and their two dogs, one of which was Sarah, Heather's "girl" who will miss her very much. Our Heather has been called home to take on the new role as an angel, and there will never be a better one. Our lives will never be the same until we meet with you again on the other side Heather. But when we look to the sky your smiling face will always be there to look down at us and your spirit will always be with us. Heather wrote the following poem when she was nine years old. It was published in the Wee Wisdom Christian Magazine for Children. "As far off as I can see, there is nothing more meant to me, than this mountain where I stand, where God holds my hand." Until we meet again Heather, We Love You So Much, your loving family and friends. Heather is survived by her husband, Allen Lougee; stepdaughter, Katie Lougee; parents, Dolan and Juanita McLean; mother-in-law, Phyllis and her husband Don Wyatt; father-in-law, Ned and his wife Claudia Lougee; sister, Heidi Adams-Garcia and her husband Aaron Garcia; nephew, Jesse Adams; grandparents, Courtney and Evelyn McLean; great-grandmother, Zoie McLean; and many aunts, uncles, and cousins. Preceding her in death are grandparents, Alfred and Genevieve Jenks, and her brother-in-law, Doug Adams. Services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 22, at Orofino Tabernacle Church, 1839 Michigan Ave, Orofino. Minister Jeremy Gering will officiate. Arrangements are being handled by Pine Hills Funeral Chapel of Orofino. Photo: Heather Marie McLean Lougee Boyd Wayne Snyder, 75, Orofino Boyd Wayne Snyder, 75, Orofino, passed away at Clearwater Health and Rehabilitation Center in Orofino Sunday, Dec. 19, 2010. Private memorial services are to be held at a later date. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel and Crematory are caring for arrangements. Robert 'Bob' Lee Wiester, 88, Orofino Robert Lee 'Bob' AKA "Wildhorse" Wiester, 88, Orofino was born Oct. 30, 1922. He was adopted and then raised on the family dairy farm near Skamokawa, WA by Elma Josephine (Wilson) and Howard Leroy Wiester. 
He entered the United States Marine Corp in 1943, completed boot training at Camp Pendleton, CA. After completing advanced training in communication he was assigned to the 5th Joint Assault Signal Battalion with the Fifth Marine Division. He participated in the invasion of Iwo Jima in the Pacific theater, and the landing of US troops on the Japanese Islands after their surrender. He returned to the farm after his discharge from the Marines in 1946. In addition to his farm chores, he served as a deputy sheriff in Wahkiakum County WA. Later he was elected and served almost five years as the county sSheriff. During that time he attended and graduated from the FBI school in Quantico, VA. In 1957, he married Marilla (Shirley) Wiester. They were together 44 years until she passed in 2000. He entered the U.S. Customs Service (the Department of the Treasury) in 1960 spending time in various duty assignments in Montana, Washington and Alaska until his retirement. He and his wife then moved to Joseph, OR, Peck and finally to Orofino. Bob was active in Amateur Radio (AA7RW), an artist, photographer and gardener. He was a life member of the VFW, a member of the Marine Corp League, the Masonic Lodge, the Scottish Rite and the Clallam Shrine. Bob is survived by two sons Robert R. Wiester of Belton MO and Gary L. Wiester of Rathdrum; stepson Dale Olson of Cameron Park, CA and stepdaughter Deanna Kilmer of Shelton, WA. Bob is also survived by two brothers, William (Bill) Wiester of Chehalis, WA, Earl Boren of Glenoma, WA, two sisters, Marie Dorie of Ranier, OR and Marjorie Guy of Stanwood, WA. Eight grandchildren, three great-grandchildren and three great-great grandchildren are also among survivors. Bob will be at Pine Hills Funeral Chapel for visitation in remembrance from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on Dec. 20. He will be interred at the Riverside Cemetery with military honors at 1 p.m. the same day. Donations may be made in his name to: Wounded Warrior Project, 7020 AC Skinner Pkwy Suite 100, Jacksonville, FL 32256 or WoundedWarriorProject.org. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel & Crematory is in caring for arrangements. Photo: Robert Lee Wiester Robert Lee Wiester, 88, Orofino Robert Lee Wiester, 88, Orofino, passed away Thursday, Dec. 9, 2010, at Clearwater Health and Rehabilitation in Orofino. Services will be held at 1 p.m. Monday, Dec. 20, at Orofino Riverside Cemetery. Visitation will be held at Pine Hills Funeral Chapel prior to the service from 10-12:30 p.m. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel and Crematory, Orofino, is caring for arrangements. Mary Lorene Childers, 66, Orofino Mary Lorene Childers, 66, Orofino, passed away at Clearwater Health and Rehabilitation Thursday, Dec. 2, 2010. Services are pending. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel and Crematory is caring for arrangements. Joseph Silvestri, 84, former area businessman  Joseph Silvestri died Thursday, Nov. 25, 2010, at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center, due to complications following surgery. Joe was born Dec. 6, 1925, in Martinez, Calif., to Beppina and Joseph Silvestri. After graduation from high school in 1944, he enlisted in the U.S. Navy, serving in the Pacific and European theaters. He was discharged in 1946. He returned to Martinez and was married to Joan Ann Eimers on Feb. 16, 1947. They remained married, celebrating 63 years together. In 1951, they moved to Lewiston, where Joe was employed by the Union Paper Co. He later went to work for Holsum Baking Co. and served the Clearwater-Pierce area for several years. Known as "Holsum Joe," he is remembered in a local book in a chapter titled, "I'm a lover not a fighter." He later worked for Mitchell Distributing, serving the Clearwater as well as the Clarkston and Pomeroy areas. He and Ann purchased a portion of Mitchell Distributing in 1972 and formed Silvestri Distributing Co., which they both operated until the business was sold in 1995. Joe was instrumental in the formation of the Asotin County PUD, serving as a commissioner from 1984 to 1995. He was also very involved in the community through the Lewiston Lions Club, serving as president on three separate occasions. Joe and Ann enjoyed traveling to Europe and seeing the United States. One of their favorite places to visit was the Oregon Coast. He also enjoyed spending time with his family, children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers and two sisters. He is survived by his wife, Ann, at their home; his children, Paula and Dennis Hoene, and Jim and Laurie Silvestri, all of Clarkston, and Nancy and David Allman of Vancouver, WA; eight grandchildren; and 13 great-grandchildren. A memorial service will be conducted at 10 a.m. Saturday at Vassar-Rawls Funeral Home of Lewiston. The family suggests that in lieu of flowers, a donation be made to the Lewiston Lions Club or the local food banks. Photo: Joseph Silvestri Richard Lee Legault, 68, Orofino Richard Lee Legault, 68, Orofino, passed away at his residence in Orofino Sunday, Nov. 28, 2010. No services are planned at this time. Cremation is to take place. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel and Crematory is caring for arrangements. The Reverend Monsignor George L. King, 81, Orofino The Reverend Monsignor George Lambert King died on Nov. 25, 2010 in Orofino after a long illness. He was 81 years old. Monsignor King dedicated his life to the service of God as a priest in the Catholic Church and was known for his pastoral concern for the parishioners in the many congregations he served. He was born in Pocatello on June 8, 1929 and attended St. Joseph's Catholic School there He began his studies for the priesthood at Mt. Angel Seminary near Salem, OR and continued his studies at the North American College and Gregorian University in Rome, Italy. Ordained in December 1953, Msgr. King assisted in several parishes around Boise and then studied canon law at The Catholic University in Washington, DC. After his return to Idaho, Msgr. King served as a priest in several parishes: Idaho Falls, Hailey, Glenns Ferry, Cottonwood and Kellogg. From 1994 to his death, he attended to the pastorate of St. Theresa's of the Little Flower in Orofino, St. Catherine of Siena in Kamiah and Our Lady of the Woodland Chapel in Pierce. Msgr. King was predeceased by his mother, Mary Primbs King, and his father, Philip D. King. He is survived by his younger brother, Francis, and sister-in-law, Susan, of Denver, CO; three nieces, AnnaMarie King (Theo Parisek) of Rescue, CA, Catherine L. King (Larry LaPensee) of New York, NY, Elizabeth King Humphrey (Philip Humphrey) of Wilmington, NC; and one nephew, Christopher A. King (AnneTone Korshavn King) of Baltimore, MD. In addition, Msgr. King is survived by many cousins and several grandnieces and grandhephews. The parishioners of St. Theresa's showed much care and concern toward Monsignor during his illness. Special thanks are given to Sister Mary Petronilla currently of St. Gertrude's Monastery in Cottonwood, who served as Monsignor's assistant for many years. The family is deeply grateful to Ethel Kaufman and Sue Kaula who were devoted assistants as well as to Jo Moore. The family also appreciates the care that was provided to Monsignor by Wilma Rapp during the final weeks of his illness. Msgr. King left this thought, "I am grateful to all who have helped me during my life, although I did not express my gratitude frequently enough. I hope that I can express thanks in Heaven…May God be merciful to me and bless all." Bishop Driscoll of the Diocese of Boise will preside over a concelebrated mass at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 1, at St. Theresa of the Little Flower Church, 446 Brown St. in Orofino. A burial Mass will be held Dec. 3 at St. Joseph's Church in Pocatello with internment at Mt. Olivet Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, those who wish may make a contribution to St. Theresa of the Little Flower Church Elevator Fund. Dorothy Barbara Kettenburg, 84, Lenore Dorothy Barbara Kettenburg, 84, Lenore, passed away at Clearwater Valley Hospital in Orofino on Nov. 22, 2010. Services are pending. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel and Crematory is caring for arrangements. Beverly Mae Myers, 73, Orofino  Beverly Mae Myers of Orofino, age 73, passed away Tuesday, Nov. 16, 2010, of injuries from a fall. Her family was at her side. She was born July 25, 1937, in Helix, OR, to Harvey and Mary Bechtel. She had one sister, Marilyn Childers, of Ione, OR. She graduated from Helix High School in 1956 and attended beauty school in Walla Walla, WA. She married Dale Brock in 1959. Together they had two daughters: Elizabeth Brock of Battle Creek, MI, and Barb Marsh of Lewiston. She was a stay-at-home mom while her daughters were young. Being home to raise her daughters was very important to her. After the girls started school, she worked part time at JC Penny, Skow's Meat Cutting and PFI's seed starter plant. She was a wonderful mother who never missed a school activity. Years later her marriage ended in divorce and in 1987 she married Dennis Myers. She provided a fun and loving home to her family and all who knew her. She also cultivated lasting friendships wherever life carried her and she will be deeply missed by many. Bev and Dennis did a lot of traveling, including to Mexico, Alaska, California and Michigan. She enjoyed the outdoors, fishing, camping, watching soap operas, picking wildflowers, collecting sea shells, sewing, puzzles and cross-stitch. As her children grew up and had families of their own she enjoyed her role of grandma, especially playing games with the grandkids. She took great pride in being present for the births of Randi and Colby. She is survived by her husband of 23 years, Dennis, and their dog, Zack; sister and brother-in-law, Marilyn and Cleo Childers; daughters, Elizabeth and Barb; stepchildren Joey Myers, Suze Jones, and Mike Myers; grandchildren, Randi Marsh, Colby Marsh, Justin Mains, Taylor Mains, Danielle Jones, Nathen Myers, Matt Myers and Kylie Myers; her aunt, Eleanor Arras; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents and dear friend, Dorothy Troyers. Thank you to St. Joseph Regional Medical Center and Sister Margie for all of your help and support. Also, to everyone for all of the cards, calls, flowers and well wishes. Bevy, your memory will live on and you will be forever missed. Mom, you were a great wife, mother, sister, daughter, grandma and friend. May you rest in peace. In accordance with her wishes, cremation has taken place. Those wishing to make a donation in her honor may do so to the charity of their choice. A gathering for family and friends to celebrate Bev's life will be conducted from 1 to 3 p.m. Sunday at 1036 Hemlock Drive in Lewiston. Please contact Barb for information or directions at (208) 746-4667. Photo: Beverly Mae Myers Fred W. Cowger, 96, formerly of Orofino Fred W. Cowger, age 96, passed away Monday, Nov. 8, 2010, at Life Care Center of Lewiston. He was born Nov. 30, 1913 at Caldwell, Idaho to William and Bessie (Smith) Cowger. At an early age, Fred's family moved to Southwick where his father farmed and had a small sawmill. Fred worked at the mill until he left home. Fred then worked at the White Pine Lumber Co. at the Band Mill at Grangemont. He later went to work for the Camas Prairie Railroad and worked there until retirement. He married Bernadine Norris and they lived at Orofino until her death. Later, he moved to Clarkston, WA and married Fern Berry in Clarkston. They were later divorced. Fred lived in Beaverton, OR for a few years before moving to Lewiston. He became a resident at Juniper Meadows in July 1996. When he required more care, he was moved to Life Care Center of Lewiston. Fred was preceded in death by his wife Bernadine, an infant daughter, his parents William and Bessie Cowger, brothers Abner, Frank (Hank), and Ernest, and his sister Pearl Haddan. He is survived by his brother, Harry; and sister-in-law, Dorothene; sisters, Ethel Goffinet and Mabel Cowger; son, Richard of Beaverton, OR; and several nieces and nephews. Graveside services will be held Friday Nov. 12 at 11 a.m. at Riverside Cemetery in Orofino. Malcom's Brower-Wann Funeral Home in Lewiston is handling the arrangements. Sylvia Fae Propst Freers, 67, formerly of Orofino Sylvia Fae Propst Freers passed from this world Saturday, Nov. 6, 2010 at the age of 67 years. 
Services were Tuesday, Nov. 9, at the Speaks Suburban Chapel in Independence, MO. Burial was in Oak Ridge Memory Gardens. Donations may be made in her name to the American Cancer Society. She was born May 8, 1943 in Orofino to Lester and Cecil (McDaniel) Propst. Sylvia lived in Idaho and Washington before making her home in Independence. She was a loving wife, mother, sister, daughter, grandmother and friend who will be dearly missed by all. Sylvia lived her life as a devoted Christian and was a baptized member of the RLDS Church, and was currently a member of the Saint's Restoration Branch in Blue Springs, MO. She was an avid gardener, an accomplished painter and photographer who loved spending time with family and friends. Her life enriched the lives of others and they will treasure the memories of their time together. She is survived by her husband of 47 years and lifelong companion, Fred Freers; their three children, Jerome L. Freers and wife Renee', Stella Freers Preator and husband Chad, and Rene Roxanne Freers Durham; she will be greatly missed and remembered by her mother, Cecil L. Propst of Independence, MO; two sisters, Lynda Propst Rolfe and husband Rob of Lamoni, IA and Diana Propst Hughes and husband Gary of Blue Springs, MO; nine grandchildren, Damon, Logan and Jacob Freers, Kristin and Jason Preator, Trevor Freers, Prestan and Dustin Skaggs and Trace Durham; one great granddaughter, Alexis Stamps and extended family. Online condolences may be expressed at www.speakschapel.com. Arrangements are under the direction of Speaks Suburban Chapel Independence, MO. Photo: Sylvia Fae Propst Freers Montie Charles Lineberry, 45  Montie Charles Lineberry died Nov. 4, 2010 in Lewiston. He was 45 years of age. Montie was born to Kelly H. and Lois (Humiston) Lineberry on May 7, 1965 in Lewiston. Montie grew up in Pierce and attended school there. He graduated from Timberline High School in 1983. He started working for Supak and Lineberry Logging at a young age. He worked for the City of Pierce where he was certified to operate the water and sewer system. He also ran equipment like backhoes and snow plows. Montie worked for Rocky Mountain Construction, Sam Moreford Construction and worked for Alferd Schroeder on his ranch. Montie was disabled these past 14 years due to an automobile accident. He was a very caring person. He was a caregiver for several people including his grandpa, Ken Humiston. To many of his friends, he was a counselor and encourager. Montie loved the outdoors. He loved hunting, fishing, four-wheeling, ATV and dirt bike riding and shooting guns. He was a collector of antiques and anything with a little value or sentiment. He loved his Harleys and his friends who loved Harleys. Montie had many friends, he love them and was loyal to them. One of Montie's favorite things was his talented black dog, Bandit. Montie married Sharon Opdahl and they later divorced. He also had a long time companion, Jody Ward, along with her son, Benjamin Michales. Montie was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Ken and Martha (Eatmon) Humiston and his paternal grandparents, Coy and Allura (Coltrain) Lineberry. He is survived by his parents, Kelly B. and Lois Lineberry of Clarkston, WA; his brother, Kelly J. and Kari Lineberry of Kamiah; two nieces, along with several uncles, aunts and cousins. Viewing will be at Pine Hills Funeral Chapel and Crematory in Orofino on Tuesday, Nov. 9, from 3-6 p.m. The funeral service will be Saturday, Nov. 13, at 10 a.m. at the Life Center (mile post 69 1/2), 4432 U.S. Highway 12 between Kamiah and Kooskia. Internment will be at the Pierce Cemetery following the service. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel and Crematory is caring for arrangements. Photo: Montie Charles Lineberry Montie Charles Lineberry, 45, Kooskia Montie Charles Lineberry, 45, Kooskia, passed away Thursday, Nov. 4, 2010, in Lewiston. Visitation will be from 3-6 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 9, at Pine Hills Funeral Chapel in Orofino. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 13, at The Life Center in Kamiah. Burial will follow at the Pierce Cemetery. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel and Crematory is caring for arrangements. Ralph C. Lacey, Jr., 69, Orofino Ralph C. Lacey, Jr. went to be with our Lord on Wednesday, Oct. 27, 2010. He passed away at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center in Lewiston, with his family close beside him.  Ralph began his life Nov. 1, 1940, in Orofino. He was the first child of Ralph C. Lacey, Sr. and Donna Lacey. He attended Peck Grammar School through sixth grade, began junior high school at Orofino, and graduated from Orofino High School in 1958. He began his college studies at Links College in Boise in June 1958. On Nov. 1, 1958, his 18th birthday, he married Barbara LeBaron. The couple lived in Boise until May 1959, when they returned to Peck. Ralph began work for Lashley's Willys Jeep in Orofino, where he remained employed until 1960, then went to work for Mel Johnson at NAPA Valley Motor Parts. Ralph purchased the business in 1969, operating it until it was sold to Clay Hesson in 1991. In his semi-retirement, Ralph began operating Valley Equipment, buying, selling and repairing used equipment. On the Fourth of July 2008, Ralph and his family began work on his dream cabin in Cardiff Spur. It became a full-time job for Ralph, who often worked from dawn until dusk, and it was finally completed enough by December 2009 for the family to spend their first Christmas there. Ralph loved to spend time with his friends and family hunting, fishing, riding motorcycles and four-wheelers, and just generally being outdoors. He was preceded in death by his mother and father, and older sister, Doris. He is survived by his wife, Barbara of Orofino; son, Doug, of Orofino; daughter, Brenda, and Tim Clelland of Lewiston; six grandchildren, Danielle and Brandon Butsick, Brittani and Derek Bailey, Dustin Clelland, Matthew Lacey, Michael Lacey and Allison Lacey; and two great-grandchildren, Isabella Bailey and Derek Zaccai Bailey. The family requests the presence of friends at a memorial service to honor Ralph at 1 p.m. Friday at the Weseman Cemetery followed by a gathering at the Ponderosa Banquet Room in Orofino. Photo: Ralph C. Lacey, Jr. Delbert Glen Humiston, 95, Orofino Delbert Glen 'Debs' Humiston, an Orofino resident always went on a Sunday drive and on Oct. 24, 2010, after he completed his usual drive; drove on to heaven. He was 95. He was born April 1, 1915 on the family farm in rural Potlatch to Frances W. and Ira (Burden) Humiston. He was raised and attended school there. As a young man, he overcame the loss of one arm and he worked at the Potlatch sawmill and then for the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCCs) out of Bovill Camp. 
In the late '30s, he moved to the Pierce area and began working for his step-father, Charlie Lang, horse logging. In 1952, he went to work for what is now Potlatch Corporation in the truck shop at Headquarters, becoming a well known welder. After 25 years, he retired June1, 1977. On May 2, 1945, he married Edna Barnard McMillen. After his retirement, they moved from the Pierce area to Peck. He moved to downtown Orofino in 1985. In 1998, he wanted to move up on the ranch his daughter, Sharon and her husband, Louie, owned so they could visit him daily. However, the remained very independent up until the day of his death. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and raising a garden, even having a small garden this past summer. In later years, he really loved watching his pigeons fly around his home. Survivors include daughters, Sharon K. Turcott (Louie), Orofino, and Glenna Rae Delp (Charlie), Vancouver, WA; step-daughter, Joan Decker (Tom), Moscow; step-son, Ellis McMillen (Marlene), Michigan; six grandchildren; 4 1/2 great- grandchildren; and several step-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Edna; and brothers, Eldred and Kenneth. Funeral services will be held at the Christian Faith Church Center, 1355 Elm St., Clarkston, WA at 11 a.m. Friday, Oct. 29 with burial to follow at Normal Hill Cemetery. A dinner will follow. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel and Crematory is caring for arrangements. Photo: Delbert Glen 'Debs' Humiston Dorothy Anna Alkire, 90, formerly of Pierce Dorothy Anna Heitmann Alkire, also known by Anna to some, age 90, of Lewiston, died Friday, Oct. 22, 2010, at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center in Lewiston.  She was born Sept. 3, 1920, on the Bartlett ranch at Gifford, to Louis and Marie Brammer Heitmann. Her birth announcement read: "Born One Suffragette." Ironically, this became a reality. She believed as Joseph Joubert - "It is better to debate a question without settling it than to settle a question without debating it." Watching C-SPAN, and finding someone to debate about it, brought much delight to her. She was always eager to express her opinions, not only in politics, but in the adult Bible class at her church. Her deep interest in reading and learning prompted her to become a part of a weekly book study group, where she developed many wonderful friendships. Her school years were all at Gifford and she graduated in 1937. On Sept. 3, 1938, she married Archie George, a teacher and coach. They lived at Gifford, Reubens and Pierce. The marriage ended in 1943. She then moved to Seattle, where she worked at Boeing until the war ended. In 1948, she married Wayne Alkire. They lived in Alaska, Olympia, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, and Seattle. In 1985, their marriage ended in divorce. Dorothy, having no children of her own, formed special relationships with many young people, among whom were her many nieces and nephews. She worked for a nonprofit agency in Seattle whose purpose was to coordinate child care in King County to make life better for low-income families. She worked for Alcohol Program Service in Seattle before retiring and moving back to Lewiston in 1997, to be near family members who were very dear to her. She became a volunteer for a time with CASA, an organization concerned about the rights of children. Also very dear to her were her church family and the many outreach programs. She felt so richly blessed by them. She was preceded in death by one brother, Albert, who died before she was born; her parents; her grandparents; brothers Norbert, Clifford and George; and sisters Adetha and Georgene. Dorothy is survived by one sister, Carolyn Cronrath and husband, Dan of Lewiston; one brother, Jim Heitmann and wife, LaVonne of Lewiston; brother-in-law, Pete Smith of Clarkston; brother-in-law, Steve Kovach and wife, Bev of Portland, OR; sister-in-law, Millie Heitmann, of Kamiah; and many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends too numerous to mention. We are all grateful for her friendship and influence in our lives. She will be missed. In lieu of flowers, her family suggests memorials be made to the Lewiston Library Building Fund, P.O. Box 617, Lewiston, ID 83501. Dorothy was an avid reader, and appreciated and used the library frequently. A memorial service will be conducted at 10 a.m. Saturday at Trinity Lutheran Church in Lewiston, with burial at 2 p.m. at Good Hope Lutheran Cemetery in Gifford. Photo: Dorothy Anna Alkire David W. Hester, 72, Orofino, passed away at the Veterans Hospital in Spokane, WA on Sunday, Oct. 25, 2010. Services are pending. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel and Crematory are caring for arrangements. Dana Ann Alberts, 35 Dana Ann Alberts, loving wife and mother passed from this world and returned to the arms of our Lord on Oct. 18, 2010 at the age of 35. Dana was born on Aug. 13, 1975 to Edson Earl Stewart and Regina Ann Brooks in Ogden, UT. Dana grew up in a family of two brothers and two sisters and always wanted a big family of her own. 
Dana met and fell in love with her husband, William, when they both worked as State Corrections Officers at the Idaho Correctional Institution-Orofino. They began their life together as husband and wife on July 18, 2001. Dana always told people that she met her husband in prison and always got really strange looks. Dana would get a big laugh and then explain that they worked at the prison together. Dana always wanted to help people throughout her life and in her last few years, she decided she wanted to become a nurse. She had planned to start school in the winter quarter at Lewis-Clark State College. Dana is survived by her husband, William Alberts; children, Emily Ann Hathaway (Wyoming), Katita Hurley (New York), Quincy and Shyanne Hurley (Lenore); parents, Edson Stewart (Utah), Reggie and Rick Hutchins (Utah); brothers, Edson (Jennifer) Stewart (Missouri), Clinton Stewart (Utah); sister, Crystal Saravia (Utah); brother-in-law, Robert (Debbie) Alberts (Orofino); Grandma Jennie Stewart (Nevada); Grandma Deloris Brooks (California); and many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins. Dana was preceded in death by her Grandpa Edson Stewart and Grandpa Lynn Brooks. Donations may be made at Potlatch No.1 Federal Credit Union or Pine Hills Funeral Chapel in her name. Funeral services are at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 26, at the Orofino Tabernacle Church. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel and Crematory, Orofino, is caring for arrangements. Photo: Dana Ann Alberts Harla Mae Matson, 76, Orofino  Our Mom lost her life to cancer on Oct. 20, 2010. She was born to Charles and Stila Harlan Gleason In Orofino on April 28, 1934. 
Mom graduated from Orofino High School in 1952. After graduation, she worked as a flunky in the logging camps on the North Fork. Mom married our Dad, Gerald Matson on Oct. 31, 1955.Mom worked as a waitress at the Fountain and the Ponderosa, housekeeper at the White Pine Motel and for School District #171 as a cook and server until 2008. Mom is survived by sons, Kurt of Lewiston, Scott and Kevin of Orofino; daughter, Connie Yates of Orofino and the light of her life grandson, Haydn Matson of Orofino; and sisters, Carolyn Mattson and Elaine Rinehart, both of Orofino. She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband. As per Mom's request, no services will be held. There will be a potluck for family and friends Nov. 6, 2010 at 1 p.m. at the Scott Matson home, 654 Grangemont Rd., Orofino. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel and Crematory are caring for arrangements. Photos: Harla Mae Matson Delbert Glen Humiston, 95, Orofino Delbert Glen Humiston, 95, Orofino, passed away at Clearwater Valley Hospital in Orofino Sunday, Oct. 24, 2010. Funeral services are pending. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel and Crematory is caring for arrangements. John Carson Miles, 98, Weippe John Carson Miles, 98, of Weippe, closed the final chapter of his life on Wednesday Oct. 20, 2010, in Orofino. 
John was born July 8, 1912, in Weippe, the youngest of six children born to Charles and Sarah Dereberry Miles. He grew up on the family farm on the Weippe Prairie and attended school at the Wilson school on the Prairie and the Weippe Grade School. When John was a teenager his family moved from the ranch to Clarkston, WA. John graduated from Clarkston High School in 1931. Jan. 12, 1935, John married Vivian Lucile Frey at Lewiston. The couple celebrated their 75th wedding anniversary in January 2010. They had one son Grant Miles. As a young man, John worked for the CCC and in the woods, and hauling poles. He spent a brief time working for Boeing in Seattle, WA after which he served in the U.S. Army during World War II. John and Vivian returned to Weippe in1942, where he again worked in the woods and the lumber mills for the next few years. He was also a school bus driver. The couple purchased the Jacobson Ranch on the Weippe Prairie bordering the place of his birth and childhood. They spent the next 40 years operating their dairy farm, "Whispering Pines Ranch" in partnership with their son Grant, on the Prairie. John had a passion for caring for and doctoring his livestock, often spending more time at the barn than at the house. He was chosen Clearwater County Grassman of the Year in 1967. In 1992 He and Vivian were bestowed the honor of grand marshals of the Weippe Rodeo. John and Vivian retired in 1993 when they sold their dairy herd. John had made his home at Brookside Landing in Orofino the past seven years. A great outdoorsman, John was an avid hunter and enjoyed the mountains, especially the Austin Ridge area, where he set up his hunting camps. A lover of music John, played the harmonica, and spent hours enjoying Vivian's musical talents on the piano and organ. He was always easy to locate as you could hear him whistling a merry tune as he went about his chores, often running from place to place. He enjoyed his grandchildren and great-grandchildren, especially the four generations of his family working and playing together on the ranch. He was a great supporter of his grandson's sporting events especially track. He attended their track meets all around the area, including state competition which, as an Idaho Dairy Association member, he helped to sponsor. John is survived by his wife, Vivian, residing at Brookside Landing in Orofino; his son and daughter-in-law Grant and Sharon Miles of Weippe; grandsons, Russel and Cindy Miles of Weippe, Randal Miles of Hollywood, CA, Robert and Susie Miles of Maupin, OR, and Ryan and Elissa Miles of Bend, OR. Also surviving are seven great-grandchildren - Jonathan, Christina, Emily and Jeremy Miles of Weippe, Holly and Jack Miles of Maupin, OR, and Cash Miles of Bend, OR; a niece, Janet Hodge, and a nephew, Donald Dean Hall of Seattle. He was preceded in death by his parents, four brothers, Dale, Delbert, Virgil, and Cecil Miles, one sister, Veda Lusk, and a grandson, Grant David Miles. A memorial celebration of John's life will be held at the Weippe Wesleyan Church, at 3 p.m. on Sunday Oct. 24. The family suggest memorials can be made to The Hilltop Heritage Society, P.O. Box 279, Weippe, ID 83553. Photo: John Carson Miles Sharon Ann Loughmiller, 65, Orofino Sharon Ann Loughmiller, 65, Orofino passed away at Sacred Heart Medical Center in Spokane, WA, Wednesday, Oct. 20, 2010. As requested, cremation will be in the care of Pine Hills Funeral Chapel and Crematory in Orofino. John Carson Miles, 98, Orofino John Carson Miles, 98, Orofino, passed away Wednesday, Oct. 20, 2010, at Clearwater Valley Hospital in Orofino. Memorial services are pending. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel and Crematory is caring for arrangements. Dana Ann Alberts, 35, Orofino Funeral services for Dana Ann Alberts, 35, Orofino, will be held Tuesday, Oct. 26, at 11 a.m. at Orofino Tabernacle Church. Visitation will be on Monday, Oct. 25 from 1-4 p.m. at Pine Hills Funeral Chapel in Orofino. She passed away Monday, Oct. 18, 2010 at her Orofino residence. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel and Crematory is caring for arrangements. >Darrell LeRoy Lannigan, 89, drew Dworshak powerhouse blueprints Darrell LeRoy Lannigan, of Lewiston, died Monday, Oct. 18, 2010, at the Life Care Center in Lewiston. He was 89. 
He was born Oct. 16, 1921, in Smith County, KS, to Ralph LeRoy and Myrtle Jackson Lannigan. His father was a corn farmer and owned half-interest in an automobile dealership. In August 1930, at the start of the Great Depression, the family moved to Idaho, living at times in Caldwell, Porthill and Curlew. For a time, the family lived in East Wenatchee, WA, and worked picking apples. In 1931, the family settled in Bonners Ferry where Darrell attended school. He graduated from Bonners Ferry High School in 1940, then attended Idaho State University at Pocatello. There he studied forestry and surveying. In October 1940, he met Marie Kerpa of Buhl, who was also a student at ISU. They married June 27, 1941, in Longview, WA. Darrell enlisted in the U.S. Army Air Corps in November 1943 and was called up Dec. 23. He went to basic training in Amarillo, TX, then attended college for three and a half months, and then preflight school in San Antonio, TX. They returned to Bonners Ferry in 1945. In September 1948, Darrell moved with his family to Inglewood, CA. Darrell attended Northrup Technical Institute and took aeronautical engineering, graduating in 1950. He went to work for North American Aviation as a design engineer, manufacturing engineer and troubleshooter for the production line. In July 1954, they moved to Palmdale, CA, where Darrell worked at Edwards Air Force Base until 1957. In 1957, he went to work for Rocketdyne, a division of North American Rockwell. In 1959, he worked on the Saturn 5 rocket engine that sent man to the moon. They lived in Saugus, later called Valencia, from 1963 to 1967. In 1967, he moved to Reno, NV, until July. He then moved to Lewiston, where he drew the blueprints for the powerhouse at Dworshak Dam. In the fall of 1971, he went back to California to work for Lockheed as an electrical engineer on the L-1011 TriStar. In 1972, he went to Yuma, AZ, to work on the Lockheed AH-56 Cheyenne helicopter. In 1973, he went to school for an equivalent degree in anti-submarine warfare electronics. He finished in November 1973 and joined Lockheed's fleet introduction team. In the late 1970s, Darrell lived and worked on the aircraft carriers USS Kitty Hawk and USS Enterprise, where he was in charge of the S-3A Viking submarine chaser. In 1980, Darrell and Marie moved to Subic Bay, Philippines, where he worked as Lockheed's representative for all Southeast Asia. They returned to Lewiston in 1984 and in 1985, Darrell worked for three months in Burbank, CA, on the stealth fighter plane. At that time, he retired to Lewiston. He enjoyed the hobbies of woodworking, shortwave radio and fishing with his son. Darrell was preceded in death by his wife, Marie Lannigan; parents Ralph and Myrtle Lannigan; brother, Arden Lannigan; and sister, Nada Fredericksen. He is survived by his sister, Donna Robinson, of Spokane, WA; brother, Larry Lannigan, of Caldwell; daughter, Roxanna Lannigan of Lewiston; son, Darrell Craig Lannigan and wife, Linda of Lewiston; grandsons, Jesse, Cameron and Clayton Lannigan of Spokane; granddaughter, Lisa Lannigan of Seattle, WA; and two great-granddaughters. He will be buried alongside his wife Marie at Normal Hill Cemetery in Lewiston. A graveside service was conducted. Family and friends met afterward at Craig and Linda's home. Photo: Darrell LeRoy Lannigan Harla Mae Matson, 76, Orofino Harla Mae Matson, 76, Orofino, passed away Wednesday, Oct. 20, 2010, at Clearwater Valley Hospital in Orofino. Private family services were held. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel and Crematory is caring for arrangements. Dana Ann Alberts, 35, Orofino Dana Ann Alberts, 35, Orofino passed away at her residence Monday, Oct. 18, 2010. Services are pending. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel and Crematory is caring for arrangements. James J. Dugger, 88, Orofino James Jerome Dugger, 88, beloved husband, father and grandfather passed away peacefully at his home on Monday, Oct. 18, 2010, of respiratory failure. 
He was born to James Patterson and Minnie Christina Dugger on March 30, 1922, the youngest of seven brothers and two sisters. He was born at home on the Camas Prairie near Craigmont. Tragically, his mother died when Jim was 8 years old and his father died when he was 13. He spent much of his youth living with his older brothers and sisters or boarding at the Winchester Hotel while attending a one-room school at Pine Grove and graduating from Winchester High School in 1942. As a laborer, Jim helped build the naval base at Farragut. He then joined the U.S. Navy and received training at Farragut graduating as a Hospital Corpsman, 2nd Class, on Feb. 12, 1943. By August, he was in Brisbane, Australia, at a submarine base. He spent the next two years in the Asiatic Pacific. He enjoyed his deployment in the Philippines, as the people were appreciative of American support. On Christmas Day 1945, he was honorably discharged from the Navy. He returned to the Winchester area and was employed as a woods worker, construction supervisor on the railroad and mill worker at Madison Lumber Company at Grangeville and Nezperce. Most of his career was with the Idaho Transportation Department where he retired after more than 29 years as a maintenance foreman in the Orofino area. Jim married Margaret May Leachman on March 5, 1946. They celebrated their 64th anniversary this year. Both of them enjoyed supporting the community through various activities such as, Cub Scouts, Boy Scouts, 4-H, Lions Club, Masonic Lodge, Eastern Star Lodge, Community Credit Union Boards and Orofino Peck United Methodist Church. In later years, Jim and Margaret volunteered for RSVP doing various jobs. 
His wife and three children and spouses survive him, Mike and Carol Dugger of Orofino, Donna and Bob Peters of Bloomington, IL, and Clayton and Jodel Dugger of Orofino. He is also survived by seven grandchildren: Jessica Barron, Luke Dugger and Jeff Dugger of Orofino; Logan Dugger of Lewiston; Michelle Smart of Bloomington, IL; Darin House of Peoria, IL; and Jennifer Fitzgerald of St. Maries. Jim also has six great grandchildren: Hannah and Paige Dugger and Tyler and Katie Jo Barrin of Orofino and Caden and Emma Fitzgerald of St. Maries. Jim was preceded in death by his parents and siblings: Andrew Dugger, Bill Dugger, Lester Dugger, Blanche Ahlers, John Dugger, Cecil Dugger, Blanda Dell and Marshall Dugger. Jim never met a stranger. He loved life, family and friends and the beauty of the world around him. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 23, at the Orofino Peck United Methodist Church at 337 College Ave. in Orofino. Dinner will be provided by the United Methodist Women following the service. Those wishing to do so may sending memorials to the United Methodist Church at P.O. Box 424, Orofino, ID 83544 or Clearwater Valley Hospital Auxiliary, 301 Cedar, Orofino, ID 83544, or to the organization of their choice. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel and Crematory is caring for arrangements. Photos: James Jerome Dugger Michael George Anderson, 55, CCSO back country deputy Michael George Anderson passed away on Oct. 10, 2010 at the age of 55 at his home in Kamiah. Mike was born to Henry 'Hank' and Clara Anderson in Coeur d'Alene on May 16, 1955. Mike graduated from Coeur d'Alene Senior High School in 1973. He went on to earn a degree in Law Enforcement from North Idaho College and a Business Degree from Lewis-Clark State College. He also earned several credits in Criminal Justice from Gonzaga University. Mike always knew he wanted to be a cop. He started his career in the Pinehurst Police Department in 1976. He then worked for Kootenai County Sheriff's Department as a marine deputy and later became a sergeant. In 1986, he became the Chief of Police of St. Maries. From there he became a captain for the Post Falls Police Department. In 1993, he was elected county commissioner for Kootenai County. Following relocation to Southern California, he worked as Security Supervisor for Knott's Berry Farm. In 1998, he returned to the Pacific Northwest and became the Security Manager for Pike Place Market, later working as the Emergency Service Manager for the Seattle Center. Following his heart back to Northern Idaho, he went to work for the Boundary County Sheriff's Department. In June of 2009, he moved to Kamiah to be closer to his daughter and grandchildren and began working with Clearwater County Sheriff's Department as their back country deputy, which he really enjoyed. He recently completed his first responder certification. Mike's devotion in serving the community involved him in saving many lives throughout his law enforcement career, as well as his work with the Kootenai County Dive Team and Kootenai County Search and Rescue. Mike was also a co-founder of Mountain West Rescue dogs. He loved all his search dogs, but his favorite was Sundance. Mike volunteered his time and expertise to the people of Haiti. He was also a volunteer for the community of Post Falls. Mike loved being outdoors and nearly all physical activities. He was good at everything he tried. He particularly enjoyed bicycling and was involved in the Cascade Bicycle Club. He had recently bought a horse and was enjoying learning to ride. He enjoyed skiing, NASCAR races ad spending time with his grandkids. He is survived by his fiancée, Dana Bontrager; his sister, Marilyn Kossky, of Placentia, CA; brother, Dale Barnes, of Coeur d'Alene; daughter, Brandy Conner and son-in-law, Scott of Sandy, UT; daughter, Suzi Quintal, and son-in-law, Mike, of Kooskia; and son, Casey Anderson, of Great Falls, MT. Mike is also survived by his five grandchildren who were the light of his life; McKenzie age 6, Jake age 3, Hayden and Devin age 2, and Kade age 1, along with several nieces and nephews. Mike was much love and will be missed. A memorial service was held in Coeur d'Alene. Edeltraud 'Edie' Woods, 63, Pierce Edeltraud Margarete 'Edie' Woods, Pierce, died Wednesday, Oct. 13, 2010. at Clarkston, WA. She was 63. 
She was born June 3, 1947 at Uttingen, West Germany to Otto Leibold and Babetta Kistner Leibold. Edie attended schools in Uttingen. She married David W. Woods in Uttingen on Dec. 9, 1972. Edie was a store manager from 1984-1992. She was a member of the Lutheran Church. She loved traditional dancing; the polka and especially the waltz. She was also a talented musician and enjoyed playing the Zither for family and friends. She is survived by her husband, David, at their home in Pierce; son, Michael Woods, Kent, WA, and daughter, Bianca Ervin, Vancouver, WA. Preceding her in death are her parents, Otto and Babetta Leibold; brothers Gunter and Karl Hinze Leibold. A memorial service will be held Saturday, Oct. 23, at 4 p.m. at the Pierce Lutheran Church. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel and Crematory is in care of arrangements. Photo: Edeltraud 'Edie' Woods Edeltraud 'Edie' Margarita Woods, 63, Pierce Edeltraud 'Edie' Margarita Woods, 63, Pierce, passed away Wednesday, Oct. 13, 2010, at Tri State Hospital in Clarkston, WA. Cremation will take place as requested. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel and Crematory is caring for arrangements. Lee Ann Sparks, 46, Orofino LeeAnn Sparks, 46, Orofino, passed away due to injuries received in an auto accident just outside Orofino Oct. 5, 2010. Cremation will take place. Private family services will take place at a later date. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel and Crematory is caring for arrangements. Todd Douglas Christensen, 53, Orofino  Todd Douglas Christensen, husband, dad, grumpa, brother, uncle, friend, "A true gentleman with a kind gentle soul and a heart of gold." Todd Douglas Christensen, Orofino, went to be with his Heavenly Father on Oct. 3, 2010. He was 53. He was surrounded by his family. Todd was born in Hayward, CA to Cox and Donna (Easton) Christensen on Aug. 22, 1957. Todd graduated from Carbon High in Price, UT in 1975 and went on to receive his Associates Degree. Todd had many loves. He loved the outdoors and everything in it from the rocks to the trees. He loved his plants and enjoyed sharing his green thumb with all that needed it. He loved to cook and would cook for anyone, anytime that he could. He also enjoyed tying flies for fishing. A great part of his later years were spent making the happiest moments of his life by building bicycle jumps, bandaging scraped knees, rock hunting, berry picking and anything else he could do with his grandchildren. He loved his many friends and family. He will be missed dearly by all who loved and knew him. Todd is survived by his soul mate and wife, Cynthia, of Orofino; daughters, Angel Mullins of Arizona, Kristi Arizmendi and Heidi Rickett of Orofino; eight grandchildren whom he absolutely adored, Kristofer, Austin, Tyler, Kelli, Weston, Jordan, Kyle and Kazjia; three brothers, Dane Horn of Tennessee, Max of Colorado, Bruce of Utah; niece, Keri and great nephew, Kennan of Utah; niece Christie Anna of Hawaii; and numerous other nieces, nephews and friends around the country. Todd was preceded in death by his parents, grandparents and a brother, Kelly. Cremation has taken place and services will be at a later date. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel and Crematory are caring for arrangements. Photo: Todd Douglas Christensen
Sandra Kay (Milne) Schloss, 71, Orofino On Oct. 2, 2010 after a lengthy and courageous battle against the ravaging effects of Scleraderma, surrounded by her loving family and friends, God called Sandy home. 
Sandy was born Jan. 24, 1939 to Allan and Wanda Milne in Kalispell, MT. She was raised in nearby Somers at the upper end of Flathead Lake and attended schools in both communities. She completed two years at the University of Montana in Missoula. She married Donald Jenni of Bozemann, and had four children (two sons and two daughters). The marriage ended in divorce. She was later remarried to the true love of her life, Bob Schloss of Orofino in 1975. They would remain inseparable and committed to each other for the next 35 years, spending 18 of those years in Silver City, NM before returning to Orofino in 1996 to build her "forever" house. Sandy had worked extensively in the medical field as front office coordinator for numerous doctors and as a dental assistant for 15 years in New Mexico. Since her return to Orofino, her interests centered around assisting in the management of a very fine local physical therapy clinic. Her extensive knowledge and familiarity with medical terminology and procedures lead to a home after hours transcription service with doctors in lucrative practices back east up to just before her death. She truly enjoyed her work and always considered her activities as challenging and educational. Sandy was a devoted mother to her four children (and any other child in the vicinity) and managed to nurture her flock while holding down full time jobs. Her homes were immaculate and no one was treated as a stranger, all were welcome. She loved to play her piano, and if you listened, you could hear the beautiful music as she practiced for church services every Sunday. She was a truly extraordinary person who willingly gave and shared with others. Sandy loved her family, the many dogs in her life (all were thought of as "puppies", even at age 15), her humming birds, gardening and roses, her music, nearly all wild critters, just about everyone she ever met, and her morning cup of coffee. Above all, she loved her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. All who have known this special woman have been truly blessed. There will be a hole in our lives. Rest well our beloved. Sandy was preceded in death by an older baby sister (Heather) and both parents, Allan and Wanda Milne. She is survived by her devoted husband, Bob; younger sister, Sharon; her two sons, Michael and Jeffery; daughters, Kandace and Heather; seven grandchildren, three great-grandchildren; and a true puppy named "Bugs". By request, cremation has taken place. Donations may be made to her special little house of worship: Wells Bench Community Church, 1850 Crow Bench Rd. Orofino, Idaho 83544. A Celebration of Life will be held on Sandy's birthday, Jan. 24, 2011 at Pine Hills Funeral Chapel, Orofino. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel and Crematory is caring for arrangements. Photo: Sandra Kay (Milne) Schloss Dale 'Fonzie' Fackenthall, 70 Ahsahka 
Thomas Dale Fackenthall went to be with the Lord on Sept. 25, 2010. He was born to Tom and Mamie Fackenthall on Sept. 26, 1939 in Orofino. He was raised in Ahsahka, left home to serve in the Navy before returning back home. He drove logging truck for numerous companies in the area. He retired in 2001 and enjoyed running around and playing in the shop at Hammer Down Wood Products. He also enjoyed it when he would chair the AA meetings and in October he would have had 10 years sobriety. Dale is survived by his wife Jean of Ahsahka, daughters, Vickie Stephenson of Post Falls and Kathy Hunt of Ahsahka; grandson, Stacy (Scrooge) Hunt of Ahsahka; and sister, Wilma Kliensmith of Coeur d'Alene; and numerous family and friends that knew him by Grandpa or Fonzie. He was preceded in death by his parents, sister, Ila, and brother, Dave. Cremation has taken place and there will be no service at this time. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel and Crematory is caring for arrangements. Photo: Thomas Dale 'Fonzie' Fackenthall Thomas Dale Fackenthall, 70, Ahsahka Thomas Dale Fackenthall, 70, Ahsahka, passed away Sunday, Sept. 25, 2010 at his residence. Cremation will take place and no services are planned at this time. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel and Crematory is caring for arrangements. Pat Lewis Farmer, 73, Weippe  Pat Lewis Farmer, 73, Weippe, formally of Lewiston, passed away peacefully at his son's home in Lewiston on Sept. 13, 2010 after a courageous five year battle with cancer. A memorial service will be held in his honor at Malcom's Brower-Wann Funeral Home in Lewiston at 1 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 25. A covered dish reception will follow in the Orchid room at Morgan's Alley. He will be interred at the Fraser Cemetery at a later date. The oldest of two boys, Pat was born May 5, 1937 at Fort Sumner, NM to Ina and R.C. Farmer. At the age of eight he moved with his father to the Weippe area where he grew up and attended school at the Wilson Creek School House and later Weippe High School. He married Carol Ann Shirk in January of 1961 in Pierce. They had two children, Debbie and Loyd. The marriage ended in divorce in 1966. He later married Judy Dancy in Lewiston on Aug. 25, 1972. The marriage also ended in divorce on Jan. 1, 2003. Being multi-talented, Pat worked in various saw mills in the Weippe area including Cardiff and Johnson mills. He then moved his family to Lewiston in 1964 and began his long career as a diesel mechanic working at Paffile Trucking Lines. In 1972 he went to work for Industrial Parts and Machine which later became Tisco until he was recruited by Bud Wenstrom in 1983 to work at Poe Asphalt and worked there until his retirement in 1999. Pat was a proud member of many organizations including the International Brotherhood of Teamsters, National Rifle Association and American Motorcycle Association. He was passionate about his hobbies including his guns, Harley-Davidson motorcycles and working with young people. Pat was quite a marksman. He was knowledgeable about his guns and promoted the interest by crafting and firing Wildcat Target Rifles. He belonged to the Banana Belt Cruisers and rode Harleys until his right knee just couldn't take to starting the "Old cold Hogs". He spent many years supporting the Nez Perce County Rabbit 4-H program, donating hundreds of hours helping kids build cages and hutches. Pat was the dedicated chauffeur; taking exhibitors to American Rabbit Breeders Association shows and competitions. Driving all night and sleeping in the pickup during the show, Pat would take any group of kids interested in showing and/or learning more about rabbits. Pat spent his last years residing in Weippe at the family ranch watching deer and elk; feeding his hummingbirds and restoring hit and miss motors to show at fairs and community events throughout Northern Idaho and Eastern Washington. Because of his appreciation for nostalgia, Pat's hit and miss motors brought education and entertainment to people of all ages. He was a longtime member of the Lewis and Clark Antique Motor Club. He is survived by his daughter, Debbie and Harold Matthews of Coeur d' Alene, their two daughters Angela and Trisha; his son, Loyd Farmer and his three daughters, Christine, Cera, and Katrina of Lewiston; his mother, Ina Twitchell of Anchorage, AK; half-sister, Shirley Twitchell and son Brandon of Palmer, AK and half-sister, Donna Epstein and her three children of Chicago, IL. He was preceded in death by his father, R.C. Farmer and his brother, Walter Farmer. The family suggests memorials to St. Joseph Family Hospice 1205 Idaho St. Lewiston, Idaho or to a charity of the donor's choice. Photo: Pat Lewis Farmer Victor James 'Jim' Wilson, 65, Orofino  Victor James 'Jim' Wilson, 65 passed away Sept. 19, 2010 in Orofino. Born in the Burns Building on Victory over Japan "VJ" Day, Aug. 15, 1945, Orofino, Jim was the third of four boys born to Bernard T. 'Barney' and Margaret J. 'Midge' Wilson. He graduated from Orofino High School in 1963. Jim was active in football, basketball and baseball, lettering in all three sports. He married Peggy Oylear, Feb. 14, 1964. Two children were born in this marriage, Rhonda L. and James D. 'J.D.'. The marriage later ended in divorce. He married Evelyn Phillips, Sept. 7, 1974, helping raise her children and loving them as his own James G. 'Jim', Rory T. and Robbie I. The marriage later ended in divorce. Jim worked for Standard Oil and Napa, but spent most of his life employed with Potlatch Forest Industries at their Jaype Plant in Pierce. More recently he was self-employed with Wilson's Handyman Service. 
Jim was Clearwater County Commissioner from 1985-1997 and served as Chairman of the Board of Commissioners the last four years. He was an active member of the Lolo Trail Society and the Clearwater Resource Coalition, helping build bridges, gazebos and trails. Jim loved to dance, ride horses and 4-wheelers, hunt and make things with his hands. He was a passionate man of values and deep convictions and would talk/debate politics at the drop of a hat. Jim was preceded in death by his father and brother Bernard A. 'Buster'. He is survived by his mother; brothers, Simon G. 'Skip' and Michael J. 'Jack'; his special friend and traveling companion, Kathie Wiegant; his children: Rhonda L. and husband, Garett of Everson, WA, James D. 'J.D.' and wife, Anja of Custer, WA, James G. 'Jim' and wife, May of Suscian, CA; Rory T. of Fontana, CA, and Robbie I. of Lewiston; and five grandchildren; Sharene, Shane, Sophia, Clarissa and Zach. A memorial service will take place Friday, Sept. 24th at 11 a.m.. at Pine Hills Funeral Chapel, Orofino. A covered dish reception will follow at the Catholic Event Center. In lieu of flowers please make a donation to: "Dave Kludt Natural Resource Scholarship" and mail to ATTN: Associated Logging Contractors P.O. Box 671 Coeur d'Alene, ID 83816 or call (208)-667-6473. Photos: Victor James Wilson Jack McCulley, 66, formerly of Orofino Our son and brother, Jack McCulley, of Grangeville, passed away Friday, Sept. 17, 2010, at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center in Lewiston, from complications of a heart attack that occurred the previous week. Born April 11, 1944, in Cottonwood, with the name James, his Uncle Muggs tagged him with the nickname Jack and it stuck forever more. The eldest son of Chloe Bentley and Marshall McCulley, he grew up on the family farm at Doumecq Plains. The family moved to Grangeville in 1958. Jack graduated from Grangeville High School in 1962. He enlisted in the U.S. Army National Guard in 1965 and served until 1971, earning the rank of sergeant. The name Jack was appropriate as he was truly a jack-of-all-trades. He could repair and maintain just about anything mechanical. Childhood family stories tell about new toys at Christmas that he immediately dismantled to discover how they worked. As a young man, he worked in the grocery business in Grangeville, Lewiston and Orofino. He learned the meat-cutter's trade and worked many years for Howard's Meats. Later, Jack worked at Gortsema RV. He provided bartending services at a number of places around Grangeville, recently retiring from tending at The Establishment. Idaho County was the perfect home for Jack as he so enjoyed fishing, hiking and being outdoors. He was on the board of directors for the Grangeville Gun Club and encouraged new shooters to try trapshooting. His mechanical skills kept the club's trap equipment running smoothly and his cooking skills assured the success of the club's annual fire pit beef dinner. A marriage between Jack and Dorothy Corder ended in divorce. Survivors include his mother, Chloe McCulley; sister Wanda and Arie Koole of Grangeville; brother Wayne and Kathi McCulley of Lewiston; and his long-time friend, Deanna Mortenson. Preceding him in death were his father, Marshall McCulley, and sister, Janice Welke. Cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday at Blackmer Funeral Home in Grangeville, followed by a covered-dish luncheon at the Grangeville Gun Club. Jack would be honored by your contributions to the charity of your choice. Send condolences to Blackmerfuneralhome.com. Beatarice 'Bea' C. Brandt, 89 The sweet and kind heart of Beatrice C. 'Bea' Brandt, 89, ceased beating on Monday, Sept. 13, 2010, at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center in Lewiston following a brief illness. 
Bea was born in Augusta, KS, on March 3, 1921, the third of 13 children of Willis and Ruth Haynes Collins. She traveled West with her two sisters as a young woman and met and married Leonard H. Brandt on Aug. 8, 1953, in Puyallup, WA. They lived in the Seattle area many years while Leonard worked and eventually retired from the Boeing Co. They were avid hunters and enjoyed commercial fishing in Neah Bay. After being full time RV'ers for several years, they settled in Clarkston in 1993. Leonard passed away Sept. 7, 1999. For the past few years, Bea lived at Evergreen Estates residential apartments, where she made many wonderful friends. She was a woman who was easy to love and who endeared herself to everyone she met. You rarely parted from her without her saying "God bless you and keep you safe" and she meant it! She loved the outdoors, watching wildlife and reading every road sign as you drove by it. She had many friends through her spiritual associations at the Valley Christian and Faith Tabernacle churches. Bea especially enjoyed her Bible study sessions and spent the years after Leonard's death attending church functions, socializing and dining out with her dear departed friend and neighbor, Lavitta Papan. They had many laughs together and referred to themselves as the "Burns Street Twins." The two were well known at all of their favorite venues. Bea also had a special and loving relationship with her granddaughter-in-law, Debbi, and they spent many hours enjoying each other's company. Survivors include stepdaughters Verla and Greg Robinson of Pierce, and Fran and Larry Gilewich of Sherwood Park, Alberta, Canada. Grandsons include Mike and Debbi Duffy of Lenore, Bob Duffy of Twin Falls, Stephen Keeley of Stettler, Alberta, and Brent Keeley of Sherwood Park. Great-grandchildren include Sunny and Darrin Haynes and daughter Harper of Lewiston, Trent, Reid and Kaitlyn Keeley of Stettler, Alberta, and MacKenzie and Matthew Keeley of Calgary, Alberta. Bea is also survived by three siblings, sisters Carrol Conner and Dorothy Balsimo of Winfield, KS, and a brother, Bill Collins, of Oregon. Bea's life will be celebrated at a memorial service at 2 p.m. Friday, Sept. 24, at Merchant Funeral Home in Clarkston. Her special friend, the Rev. Greg Pedersen of Faith Tabernacle Church, will officiate. Photo: Beatarice 'Bea' C. Brandt Kayana Joyce Bacus, 66, Orofino Kayana Joyce Bacus, 66, Orofino, passed away Tuesday, Sept. 14, 2010 in Orofino. A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. Sept. 26 at the Peck Community Center. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel and Crematory is caring for arrangements. Dora Mae Pyles, 88 Dora Mae Pyles, 88, of Clarkston, WA passed away Monday, Sept. 6, 2010, at Tri-State Memorial Hospital in Clarkston. Dora was born Feb. 14, 1922, at Enterprise, OR, to Chet and Ethel Mae Cox Hammack. 
Dora was raised and went to school in Enterprise, where she met and married Mansel G. Pyles on May 20, 1941, at Lewiston. They were married 69 years. Dora and her husband moved to Nezperce, where they lived for 30 years. She cooked for the school district and they raised their three daughters there. The family returned to Enterprise and later moved to Prineville and Irrigon, OR. She worked for Lamb-Weston at Boardman, OR. They moved to Clarkston to be closer to family and friends, where they spent the last 20 years. Dora was a member of New Bridges Community Church and the Eagles Lodge of Lewiston. As a homemaker Dora really enjoyed cooking, gardening, canning, crafts and playing cards. She really loved to fish; "she was a catcher". Dora is survived by her husband of 69 years, Mansel; daughters, Linda and Don Berry of Orofino, Dodie Giles and Mark Edgar, and Nancy Bonson, all of Clarkston; brother, Willard and Novella Hammack of Prineville; five grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; brother, Weldon Hammack, and sister, Ruth Stinger. Upon her request, no services will be conducted. The family will be gathering at a later date. Arrangements are under the direction of Merchant Funeral Home of Clarkston. Photo: Dora Mae Pyles Carroll Adkison, 81, built Riverside (Frensdorf) Apartments J. Carroll Adkison, 81, of Grangeville peacefully passed away at home on Sept. 7, 2010 surrounded by family.  Carroll was born Elbert Carroll Adkison at Portland, OR on August 23, 1929 to Elbert Carl and Georgia Belle Adkison. He went to grade school at Clarkston, WA, then Portland, OR, then moved to Polsbo, WA during his early teens. Carroll married Virginia Bentz on May 16, 1955 at Reno, NV. They have been married 55 years and have 3 children. Carroll worked at the Kitsap County Press as a 13-year-old and liked to reminisce about all that he learned there as a youngster. He joined the army at age 15 at the end World War II. Carroll teased with his grandkids that the war ended because he joined the army and scared the enemy into surrender. Carroll and his dad, Elbert Carl, partnered in E. C. Adkison & Son from 1949 - 1964. One of his first jobs with his dad was stuccoing the Lewiston Grain Growers warehouse where the Lewiston Tapadero is now. After the warehouse was eventually torn down, Carroll did the masonry on the new Tapadero building. He started Carroll's Building Specialties in 1965. He formed Adkison Corp July 1976. Carroll loved working. Many people reading this have his handiwork in their home; including stone, tile, plaster, stucco, he was a true artist. Carroll was a general contractor for many years and built several buildings including Pankey's Foods, Cloninger's Market, the Lewiston Social Security Office, Kamiah Burkhart Homes, Riggins Irwin Center (of which he was part owner), Frensdorf (now Riverside) Apartments in Orofino, Kamiah and Grangeville pool houses and the Grangeville City Hall. Carroll always added a little extra to each job he did. Carroll and Virginia owned Red River Hot Springs from 1977 through 1990. Carroll loved snowcatting the many trails in the Red River area. Carroll loved their second home in White Bird and found great delight in the gathering of his family and friends there. Carroll was a pilot and he and George Shira enjoyed many hours in the air. Carroll and Virginia shared a jet boat with John and Jeannie Malvich that they enjoyed with family and friends and it brought Carroll absolute joy. Carroll is survived by his wife Virginia, son Jeffery (Cheri) Adkison, son David (Lisa) Adkison, daughter Jeanna Gollihur (Peter), 15 grandchildren, 16 great grandchildren and his sister Jean Scott. He was preceded in death by his mother and father and grandson, Evan Gollihur. A memorial is scheduled Sept. 12 at 3 p.m. at IOOF Hall at White Bird, Idaho with a potluck following the ceremony. Arrangements are under the direction of the Blackmer Funeral Home, Grangeville. Condolences to the family may be sent at: Blackmerfuneralhome.com. Photo: J. Carroll Adkison Kay Eldridge, 66, formerly of Weippe Kay Eldridge, 66 of Grangeville passed away Thursday, Sep. 2, 2010 at the Grangeville Health and Rehabilitation Center. 
Kay was born July 18, 1944 at Winchester, a daughter of Raymond and Betty Howerton Rupe. She attended school in Winchester graduating from the last class of Winchester High School in 1962. She married Bob Eldridge on Dec. 29, 1962 at Winchester. They lived in Winchester, Weippe and Spokane before moving to Grangeville in 1969. Bob passed away Dec. 29, 2002 on their 40th Wedding Anniversary. Kay worked for the Free Press/Shopper and Eleanor's Clothing Store in Grangeville some years ago. But primarily she enjoyed her job as a mother, grandmother and wife. She enjoyed gardening, camping, furniture restoring, arts and crafts, tole painting and especially spending time with her family. She also enjoyed spending time in the outdoors. She was a member of the Grangeville Church of the Nazarene. She is survived by her children, Scott and his wife Lisa Eldridge and their children Derek and Jared; her daughter Shelly Eldridge Evans and her children, Shannon, Savannah and Bobby. She is also survived by two brothers and their wives, Jerry and Patricia Rupe and Darrold and Judi Rupe and a "of the heart" sister Karen Eldridge. She will also be missed by her good friend Bertha Drury and extended family on Bob's side and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband and her parents. Funeral services will be held Saturday, Sept.11, at 11 a.m. at the Blackmer Funeral Home, Grangeville. Pastor Harold Gott of the Grangeville Christian Church will officiate. Burial will follow at Mount Idaho Cemetery. Friends may call Friday, Sept. 10, from 4 to 6 p.m. at the Blackmer Funeral Home. Send condolences to the family to: Blackmerfuneralhome.com. Photo: Kay Eldridge Harlan Odell Opdahl, 72, Pierce "When everything is ready, I will come and get you, so that you will always be with me where I am." John 14:3  On Sunday, Aug. 29, 2010, Harlan Odell Opdahl, 72, left his worldly shelter to travel to his permanent heavenly home. Harlan passed away peacefully at his home in Pierce, following a heart-related illness. Harlan was born in Albert Lea, MN on June 17, 1938, to Gertrude and Henry Opdahl. He grew up as a farm kid and graduated from Alden High School in 1956. He attended Waldorf College, earning his Associate Degree in 1958. He married his high school sweetheart, Barbara I. Ramsdell, on Jan. 17, 1959. He owned a corn shelling business for a short while, then in 1965 a vacation trip to the Pacific Northwest resulted in a move west with his family. Harlan worked in Pierce at Jaype for Potlatch, Corporation, and for several area loggers until 1979, when he discovered a way to unite his love of the outdoors and hunting with a livelihood. Harlan, his brother Duane and their wives purchased an outfitting business which they changed the name to Triple "O" outfitters, and life became much busier for all of them. Meriwether Lewis and William Clark were kind enough to get lost 200 years ago in the area Triple "O" Outfitters utilized, and Harlan enthusiastically delved into the history of that historic trek and begin leading trail rides and visits to some of the camps Lewis and Clark chronicled. He shared his love and knowledge of the Lolo portion of the trail with people from around the world. Harlan was a member of Faith Lutheran Church, an honorary lifetime member of the Idaho Outfitter's and Guides Association, Clearwater Search and Rescue, the North Central Idaho Resource Advisory Committee, and served on various committees promoting multiple land use in Idaho. He was a proud endowment member of the National Rifle Association. 
Harlan was an avid outdoorsman. He loved to camp, hunt, ride horses, snowmobile and watch Westerns. The spirit of hospitality and generosity was always evident in the Opdahl home. Meals were rarely limited to "just family". Harlan loved the time he spent with friends and family. His Christian faith provided them with a role model, guiding hands and genuine concern for those around him. Harlan is survived by his wife of 51 years, Barbara Opdahl; 4 children, Gwen and Bob Schryver, Yuma, AZ., Jim and Linda Opdahl, Payette, Diane and Mike Snyder, Baker City, OR, and Sharon and Darrin Hartwig, Lewiston. Other surviving family members include 13 grandchildren, 1 sister, Gloria Peterson of Albert Lea, MN, sister-in-law Violet Opdahl, Lewiston, and numerous much-loved nieces and nephews. If it's true that friends are the flowers of life, Harlan also leaves behind a garden of blessings he called friends. Harlan was preceded in death by his parents, Henry and Gertrude Opdahl, a daughter, Katherine, and his brother B. Duane Opdahl. A memorial and celebration of Harlan's life will be held at 4 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 11, at Timberline School. A dinner will follow at Pierce Community Center. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials to Faith Lutheran Church P.O. Drawer C, Pierce, ID 83546, Clearwater County Search and Rescue P.O. Box 724, Orofino, ID 83544, or ICARE (Cancer Assistance and Recovery Effort) 2134 Canyon Creek Road, Orofino, ID. 83544. Photos: Harlan Odell Opdahl Darryl Lynn Ingle, 60, Freeman Creek Rd. Darryl Lynn Ingle, 60, passed away on Aug. 27, 2010 peacefully in her sleep at her home on Freeman Creek Rd.  Darryl was fun and full of life, she always said what was on her mind, her laugh was contagious, her voice was loud and heart was huge! She loved to hangout with her soul mate of 26 years, hunt and fish, ride her four-wheeler, camp, boat, Harley adventures, watch old movies, enjoy campfires and most of all party with close friends. Darryl is survived by the love of her life, her husband, Don Ingle. She is also survived by her children; Gena (daughter) and Ted, Jason (son) and Heather, and David (son) and Darleene; grandchildren, Jake, Carrie, Jared, Emily, Adam and little Trace; Mother and Father Gene and Shirley Sandy; siblings, Michael (brother) and Karen, and Jeffrey (brother). In addition there are a lifetime of special friends. A celebration of life in Darryl's honor will be held at the Ingle residence on Sunday, Sept. 5, 2010 at 2 p.m. Her family welcomes friends to join in sharing memories, stories and a special toast to Darryl. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel and Crematory is caring for arrangements. Photo: Darryl Lynn Ingle Daniel Alpha Loomis, 85, Orofino Daniel Alpha Loomis was born Aug. 31, 1924 at 12:30 p.m. in the front bedroom of his home near De Soto, MO. His parents were John Emmitt Loomis and Dorothy Sunshine Loomis. He grew up in the De Soto area and graduated from high school there in May of 1942. From October 1940 to June 1942, Dan worked as a grocery clerk for the Kroger Grocery and Bakery Co. In June 1942 Daniel joined the U.S. Navy. After several service schools in diesel engine operations and maintenance, he became a part of the Commissioning Crew of the USS LST 470. Dan served on the ship from March 9, 1943 to October 1945 in the South Pacific Operation. He was discharged in May 1945. From 1946 to 1950, Daniel attended Washington University in St. Louis, MO and graduated with a degree in Business Administration. He worked for the A.S. Aloe Hospital Co. for a time, and then joined the McDonnell Aircraft Company as a Contract Coordinator. He married Lois Jeanne DuHadway on June 23, 1951. They have two daughters. In December of 1960, the family moved to Sacramento, CA where Dan worked as a Contract Coordinator for the Aero-Jet Solid Rocket Plant until June 1964 when Dan began seminary education at the San Francisco Theological Seminary in San Anselmo, CA graduating May 1967 Dan served churches in New Mexico, California, Idaho and Washington. He trained as an Interim Minister and served in that position in several churches before and after retirement in March 1989. His hobbies were gardening, fishing and reading. Daniel Loomis is survived by his loving wife of 59 years, Lois Jeanne; daughters: Donna Jeanne Wilson and Deborah Anne Loomis; granddaughters: Jennifer Jeanne Achterberg, Kathleen Anne Achterberg, Gretchen Marie Rupp and Hannah Leigh Meyer. Daniel's first great-granddaughter is due to arrive this December. Daniel passed quietly in the early morning hours of Aug. 27, 2010. He will be missed. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel and Crematory is caring for arrangements. Marvin G. Poe departed this life at his ranch in Big Canyon, Peck on Aug. 14, 2010 at the age of seventy-nine. His passing was the result of a tragic accident doing what he loved best, operating machinery and helping others in need of a helping hand. 
Marvin was born on Oct. 11, 1930 at Deer Creek, in the vicinity of White Bird. He was the son of Cora Qualey Poe and Claude F. Poe. On Jan. 4, 1955 Marvin married the love of his life and best friend, Norma Jean West in Pomeroy, WA. Marvin is survived by his wife of 56 years, Norma Jean Poe, his son Edward A. Poe of Peck and his two daughters Mary Kris Poe and Jim Nunn of Orofino, Colleen Poe Burnett and husband, Scott Burnett, of North Bonneville, WA; his brother, Burley Poe, and wife, Loretta Poe, of Genesee; four grandchildren, four great-grandchildren, and his beloved friends Eldon Lee, Steve and Sherrie Lee, Brian Lee all of Peck. He is also survived by all of his beloved pets at the family home. Marvin was most comfortable at home on the 160-acre Poe ranch just outside of Peck. To Marvin his home was his church, his yard his pew and Big Canyon was the greatest cathedral on earth. He loved working the ranch alongside his loving wife, Norma Jean, raising chickens, vegetables and working his orchards of various fruits. Throughout his life Marvin was well known for his mechanical abilities. He never picked up anything broken that he could not fix. Marvin was soft spoken, easy with a smile and had an all around comforting way of making you feel welcome. He was an avid outdoorsman who loved and respected all that nature has to offer. He was a terrific hunter and fisherman, and an excellent marksman whom any person would be hard pressed to match. Marvin retired from Clearwater County in 1992. Marvin passed away doing what he loved to do. He is missed by his family, friends and all those who came to know him. "We all love and miss you, Papa." A memorial service for Marvin will be held on Thursday, Aug. 19, 2010 at 5 p.m. at the First Christian Church, 515 Michigan Ave. Orofino. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel and Crematory is caring for arrangements. Photo: Marvin G. Poe Willard "Willie" J. Reed, 79, born in Weippe Willard J. Reed (Willie) passed away Sunday, Aug. 15, 2010. He was born April 13, 1931, in Weippe, to Cecil K. and Mattie Reed. Willie was proud that he had been a Clarkston, WA resident since 1939 and often asked people, "How long you been here?"  Willie married A. Beatrice Smith on Aug. 1, 1947, at Leland. Willie and Bea settled in Clarkston at the Reed family home, where they raised five children. They were married for 63 years. In the early years, Willie worked with his brother as a commercial painter. He later went to work for the Clarkston School District, from which he retired in 1979. He was a member of the Clarkston Jaycees and the Nez Perce County Sheriff's Posse. In his younger years, Willie rode motorcycles and flew with many of his pilot friends. Willie often took family and friends on camping trips, and enjoyed riding four-wheelers. He taught many family members how to drive various motorcycles. Willie spent many hours restoring antique cars and was extremely proud of his '26 Model T and '29 Chevy Coupe. He loved tinkering in his garage. He collected many antiques and oddities through the years. He was an avid historian, often sharing his historical knowledge and family history. Willie was a loyal friend. He could often be found in his garage listening to the scanner and sharing jokes, stories and cold beer with good friends. He loved animals and had a variety of pets throughout his life. Willie had a great love of family, and truly loved being with his grandchildren, nieces and nephews, and passed on his knowledge of mechanics, cars and planes to them. Willie was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Beatrice. He is now at her side. Willie was the last remaining of nine Reed children. He will be dearly missed by his children: Tim Reed and wife Marlene, Sue Pittman, Doug Reed and wife Donna, Janice Reed, and Melissa Wortman and husband Tom, as well as 11 grandchildren, 7 great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Willie was a unique man. His stories and sense of humor will be missed by all who knew him. The family is conducting an open house to honor and remember Willie from 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday at the family home, 1376 Elm St., Clarkston. All friends and family are invited. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Interlink Volunteers, 817 Sixth St., Clarkston, WA 99403. Photo: Willard "Willie" J. Reed Michael L. Blenden, 47, formerly of Orofino Michael Larry Blenden of Lewiston passed away Tuesday, Aug. 10, 2010. He was born May 24, 1963, in Orofino, to Larry and Sue Blenden. Mike was the fourth of five children. He spent his younger years running around town and playing with the neighborhood kids. He enjoyed his teen years by hunting, fishing and spending time with friends and family. He graduated from Orofino High School in 1981 and from the University of Idaho in 1990, with a bachelor of science degree in fisheries biology. He married Colleen Curry on May 20, 1989. They have three beautiful daughters, Amanda, Jerica and Tanaya, all of Lewiston. Mike had a long career working for the Nez Perce Tribe as a fisheries biologist. He enjoyed his job with the tribe and considered his co-workers his friends. He had been employed there for 19 years. He especially enjoyed the field work on the Imnaha River and Big Creek; the only downfall to this was being away from his family. He was a loving son, brother, husband and father. He was a quiet man, but you always knew how much he loved his family. We find comfort now knowing he is at peace. We will miss him greatly. Mike is survived by his wife, Colleen; daughters Amanda, Jerica and Tanaya, all of Lewiston; also his parents, Larry and Sue Blenden of Lewiston; brother Gary Blenden of Austin, TX; sisters Karen and Tom Freeman of St. Maries, Lori and Dan Prado of Pahrump, NV, and LeAnn and Doyle Troyer of Boise; as well as many nieces and nephews. A celebration of life was conducted Saturday at Tammany View Baptist Church in Lewiston. A donation account for Mike's children has been established at Potlatch No. 1 Federal Credit Union for those wanting to help the family. William Ellis 'Uncle Bill' Bolon, 89, Greer Dad passed away on Aug. 11, 2010 from causes related to age, in the presence of people who loved and cared for him.  Bill was the oldest of three sons, born to William G. and Helen E. Bolon. He was born on Nov. 11, 1920 in Greer. He grew up and went to school in the surrounding area. He left school during the eighth grade and started working different jobs in the Northwest. He entered the Marine Corps during World War II. Bill received two purple hearts for wounds while in Okinawa. After his service, Bill returned home beginning a lifelong career in law enforcement. It was during his stint as an Idaho State Trooper in the Lewiston area that he met and married his future wife Doreen Lincoln. Dad and mom moved all over North Idaho, dad working as a policeman, and mom raising five boys that they had in two and a half years. (Two sets of twins). After working in law enforcement for over 20 years, dad retired in 1973 due to injuries sustained in an accident. After dad retired he moved his family to the best town in North Idaho, Greer. There he and his wife finished raising their family. It was also here that dad's love of the outdoors and his passion for helping children, gave him the idea for Uncle Bill's Youth Camp. Uncle Bills Youth Camp was dad's idea to let Clearwater County's underprivileged children have a chance to go to summer camp. The youth camp was located one mile upstream from Weitas Creek Campground on the North Fork of the Clearwater River. The camp was a collection of tents, cabins, and a large "Cook Shack". There were thousands of memories made by hundreds of kids who were fortunate enough to go to camp. The biggest and best memory by far was "Uncle Bill" himself. Dad made sure every "Camper" was treated with respect and given all the love everyone deserves. He worked tirelessly to make sure every kid who went to camp had a wonderful time. Dad was always seeking donations from businesses in the surrounding area, everything from lumber to ice cream. Uncle Bill's Youth Camp was a wonderful idea that came to reality because of dad and everybody who helped build, maintain, and work at the camp. All their work and efforts was greatly appreciated by dad. Dad spent his entire life bringing hope, joy and humor to the people around him. He may be gone, but his memory and spirit will live on in his family and friends whom he cherished. Everyone is invited to a celebration of his life on Aug. 18 at 2 pm at Pine Hills Funeral Chapel. Dads was a blue jean, work shirt, kind of person, so dress comfortably and bring your smile. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel and Crematory is caring for arrangements. Photo: William Ellis 'Uncle Bill' Bolon William Ellis 'Uncle Bill' Bolon, 89, Greer William Ellis 'Uncle Bill' Bolon, 89, Greer, passed away Wednesday, Aug. 11, 2010 in Orofino. He was born Nov. 7, 1920. Services are pending. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel is caring for arrangements. Mildred Nina Entenmann, 80, Orofino Mildred Nina Entenmann, 80, Orofino, passed away Tuesday, Aug. 10, 2010 at Sacred Heart Medical Center in Spokane, WA. She was born Oct. 25, 1929. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel is caring for arrangements. Arthur H. Sutton passed away Monday, Aug. 9, 2010 at Clearwater Health and Rehabilitation Center in Orofino. 
Arthur Henry Sutton was born March 20, 1931 in Roberts. He was the second of three Sutton boys born to Eugene Henry Sutton and Winifred Gladys Mundsen-Manning Sutton. The family moved many times during the 1930s and settled in Ahsahka in 1944. Art attended Ahsahka Elementary School during his 8th grade under the tutelage of Miss Edith Crowley. He attended Orofino High School where he excelled in boxing and football. Art was a member of both the 1949 and 1950 undefeated "Maniac" football teams. Upon graduation from high school, Art married Betty Louise Clayton on Aug. 19, 1951 at the Orofino Methodist Church. Art worked for Finke Logging and Norris Hengen until being drafted into the U.S. Army in 1952. He served in the U.S. Army until 1954. During this time, Art was stationed at Fort Lewis, WA; Camp Roberts, CA and Dugway Proving Grounds, UT. Upon returning home to Idaho from the Army, Art went to work at the Ahsahka Planer. He worked there until 1963 when he formed a partnership with John Stephenson. They worked a rock drilling and blasting company until 1968. At that time, their company "Gem State Enterprises" purchased and operated an excavation business in Orofino. Art worked until well after he retired in 1997. Art enjoyed working, operating his backhoe, hunting, steelhead fishing, gardening, his family and generally staying busy. Art is survived by his wife of 59 years, Betty; his three children, Dan and Janice Sutton; Lori Sutton and Traci and Brent Telecky, all of Orofino. Art also leaves behind seven grandchildren, Ron Sutton, Rick Sutton, Stacey Ellis, Cassie Madsen, Lucas McIntosh, Jessica Telecky and Sonny Telecky; and 11 great grandchildren. One brother, Melvin Sutton, survives in Kelso, WA. Art was preceded in death by his parents; his brother, William (Sonny) Sutton; half brothers, Wesley, Alonzo, Robert, Edward and John D. Manning; half sisters, Marjorie O'Farrell and Dorothy Dreyer; and infant daughter, Mary Jane. Services will be held Friday, Aug. 13, at 11 a.m. at Pine Hills Funeral Chapel. A fellowship meal will follow the service at 1051 Michigan, Avista Auditorium. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel and Crematory is caring for arrangements. Photo: Arthur Henry Sutton 
Donald E. Palin passed away at his home from complication related to cancer. Don was born to Elmer and Ethel Mason Palin Aug. 14, 1928 in Sutherland, NE. He was the youngest of seven siblings. He came to Montana as a young boy in 1935 and later on to Idaho when he was 18. He married Shirley Anderson; they had a son, Russ, and later divorced. Don married Lucille Chapman Willis who had two daughters, LaDonna and Martha; together they had a daugther, Marlene. They built a house together and raised their children in the town of Weippe.  Lucille passed away Feb. 28, 2007, after they had been married 54 years. Don worked in the logging industry for many years. He started out at logging camps outside of Headquarters. He worked on the log drive from the upper North Fork of the Clearwater River to Ahsahka and from there on to Lewiston, before Dworshak Dam was built. Don ended his working career in the log yard at Jaype between Pierce and Headquarters as a shovel operator. He retired from Potlatch in 1997. Most of all, Don enjoyed fishing trips, picnics, hunting, huckleberry picking and driving around the mountains in the Weippe area with his family and friends. His last few years were inspired by playing pinochle, pool and having an ice cold beer at the Elk Horn Bar where he made new friends. His survivors are numerous including his children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. Preceding him in death were his parents; his wife, Lucille; brothers, Elmer, George, Walter, Lindy, and half brother, Wilber; and sisters, Mary and Elizabeth. There will be a celebration of Don and Lucille's lives at a later date. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel and Crematory is caring for arrangements. Photos: Donald E. Palin Dorothy J. Alexander, 86, Orofino Dorothy Jean Alexander passed away due to causes related to age on Wednesday, July 21, 2010. She was 86. 
She was born in Amber, OK on Aug. 2, 1923. She married the love of her life, Lowell 'Rip' Alexander in Carnegie, OK on May 6, 1944. They farmed in Oklahoma before moving to Oklahoma City, OK. They then moved to Newhall, CA. They lived there until they retired and moved to Orofino to be closer to their daughter and grandchildren. Dotty and Rip both loved fishing, camping and going to Mariner games. Her biggest delights were her grandchildren and great grandchildren. Dotty was even lucky enough to have one great grandchild born on her 80th birthday. She was a member of the Clearwater Valley Hospital Auxiliary and the local chapter of the Eagles. She was an avid bowler for years and she and Rip bowled every Friday night. She is survived by one sister, Mildred Goodwin of Yukon, OK; three children, Beverly Hermann of Kent, WA, Allen Alexander of Kennewick, WA and Marilyn Fish of Lenore. She had 7 grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Rip, and her identical twin, Dorene Good. The family asks that memorials be sent to the Clearwater Valley Hospital Ladies Auxiliary. A private family service was held on July 31. Photo: Dorothy Jean Alexander Lubin J. 'Pete' Nygaard, 77, Orofino  Lubin J. 'Pete' Nygaard was born Sept. 16, 1932 to Lubin L. & Edna C. (Brown) Nygaard. He was raised in Orofino and at a young age of 4, his fearless determination led him to swim the Clearwater River much to the alarm of his sisters who he had followed. This early example of rebellion would pave the way to a adolescence full of adventure. He was a man that lived his life on his own terms and relished challenges. Pete grew up with two older sisters, Betty (Paul) Hart of Gunnison, CO and Phyllis Heywood. In 1949 and 1950, Pete was a proud member of the Orofino High School Maniacs Basketball State Champions led by Coach Monk Montgomery. He found his life companion, Pauline D. Clark, and they were married Oct. 14, 1951. He and Pauline have four children: Steven C. Nygaard, Mark J. Nygaard, Hollie (Gale) Eller and Julie (Terry) Hollibaugh. As a family, they enjoyed camping, boating, fishing and gardening. Almost everyone has enjoyed Pete's corn. Pete became an avid hunter and fisherman and loved everything outdoors and taught his children and grandchildren his secrets of success. Pete's early work history was alongside his Dad in the lumber industry and later most of his days were spent behind the wheel of a logging truck for numerous logging companies in the area. 
After suffering a massive stroke in '98 Pete began to learn patience, understanding and how to let others take care of him, as he had done for his family and friends for many years. Left behind to carry on his legacy, along with his four children are his grandchildren: Cassie (Tim) Adams, Joey (Geoff) Schneider, Trent (Debbi) Hoyle, Cody (Meranda) Nygaard and Heather Nygaard; great-grandchildren: Shaylen, Kaylie, Dalton Adams and Easton and Hudson Schneider. Extended family includes: Bill Hoyle, Cassie (his morning sunshine), Bryan Madsen and children Caleb, Abby and Lil' Man Cole. Pete peacefully left us on July 27, 2010 to join his parents; wife, Pauline and his dog, LP Shooter, sister, Phyllis Heywood; grandson, Jeremy Hollibaugh and great-grandson, Andrew Adams. Per his wishes cremation has taken place and a memorial service will be held on Saturday, Aug. 7 at 9 a.m. at Pine Hills Funeral Chapel In Orofino. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel and Crematory are caring for arrangements. Photos: Lubin J. 'Pete' Nygaard Lubin 'Pete' Joy Nygaard, 77, Orofino Lubin 'Pete' Joy Nygaard, 77, Orofino passed away Tuesday, July 27, 2010 in Orofino. A memorial service is pending. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel and Crematory is caring for arrangements. Donald E. Palin, 81, Weippe, passed away Sunday, July 25, 2010 at his residence. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel and Crematory is caring for arrangements. Charles Lester Haag, 74, Orofino Charles Lester Haag, Orofino, passed away peacefully Saturday, July 10, 2010 with his children and loving nurses by his side, after his courageous battle with cancer. Charles was born at home in Clarkston, WA on Oct. 9, 1935 to Victor and Velva Haag. He attended grade school at Weaskus Grade School in North Lewiston and graduated from Lewiston High School in 1953. Charles served in the United States Air Force from 1954 to 1958 as a radar operator. He went in with his two best friends Spence Campbell and Roy Clark; the three were inseparable and had many adventures together. They have managed to stay in touch throughout the years and remain good friends. He married Linda Irene Dalberg, May 21, 1960 in Coeur d'Alene at the infamous Hitching Post. They were married 50 years and were best friends to the end. They remained in the area moving to Culdesac where they raised their four children. Charles loved anything to do with the outdoors and encouraged all his children to, "get up and go"! Charles worked for the Camas Prairie Railroad for 33 ½ years, most of which was on the bridge crew. He made life long friends at the railroad, retiring in September of 1997. Charlie had a passion for clocks. Everyone who knew about this hobby one time or another brought him one that needed repaired. He loved going to yard sales, auctions and flea markets looking for the one clock he did not have. Over the years, he collected over 200 clocks and they all chimed a different sound. They all were set to go off at different times so by the time the last one went off it was time for the first one to start again. From repairing to building new ones from scratch, he truly became a master of the trade. Linda and Charles moved to Orofino in 1983 after the children left home. Charles loved anything that involved family and camping was one of his favorites. He soon became the official "camp cook" at their Moose Creek hunting camp. He especially had a love for baseball and volunteered for many tournaments, including the Trevor Haag Memorial Tournament in honor of his grandson. He was also the announcer for the Orofino High School and American Legion baseball teams. Up to his death, he had baseball on the TV keeping up with the Seattle Mariners. He was also known as "Papa Charlie" to many who adopted him as their father/grandfather. His strong faith in the Lord has carried him on to be with his beloved wife, Linda, who left us on May 7, 2010. He is survived by daughters, Diana Haag, Orofino, Holly and Ramiro Sosa, Miami, FL, Denise and Stephen Duren, Weiser; son, Tracy and Annette Haag, Orofino; a brother, Rick and Jeannie Haag, Lewiston; sister, Marlene and Bill Stellmon, Lewiston; seven grandchildren, Shantel, Nathan, Justin, Grayson, Shae, Christopher and Samantha; two great grandchildren and his best friend Dutch; brother-in-law, Larry and Maryellen Dalberg, Alaska and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Victor and Velva Haag; grandson, Trevor Haag, and wife, Linda Haag. Our father, brother, grandpa, papa will be deeply missed and remembered for his strong faith in the Lord, his helping hands and kind heart and positive attitude. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. July 31 at Pine Hills Funeral Chapel in Orofino. A potluck will follow the service at the Veterans of Foreign Wars hall, 330 Michigan Ave. in Orofino. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Haag Family Memorial Fund at U.S. Bank, P.O. Box 1240, Orofino, ID 83544. John 'Jack' Mathews memorial scheduled A memorial service for John 'Jack' Mathews will be held Friday July 30 at St. Theresa's Catholic Church in Orofino. Jack was a long time resident of Weippe that retired to Orofino. He is survived by children Kay, John, Dan; a brother, Bill; six step children and many relatives and friends. Irma L. White, 100, formerly of Lenore Irma L. White, an Alpine resident, died peacefully at home surrounded by loved ones Monday, July 5, 2010, following a short illness. She was 100 years old. 
Mrs. White was born to Ray and Helen Wilson on a ranch near Belt, MT, Oct. 19, 1909. She attended school in Belt and graduated as valedictorian at age 16. She attended college at Eastern Washington College, obtaining a teaching certificate at age 18. Years later, she received her bachelor's degree in education from the University of Idaho at Moscow. She taught school in Montana and retired from teaching in Kellogg in 1972. Mrs. White married Beauford W. White in Cutbank, MT., Aug. 18, 1941. Mr. White died in Lewiston in 1999. In 1972, the couple moved to Riggins and then relocated to Lenore in 1979. Mrs. White was a former member and treasurer of the Lenore Community Center, a life member of the Riggins Art Club, and a former treasurer of the Willing Workers of Lenore. She had been a member of the Women's Club of Alpine and the Alpine Seniors Circle. She was an active member of the Alpine Senior Center, and a member of Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church in Alpine. She traveled extensively in her later years, including three trips to Europe while in her 90s. She was very active in Alpine bridge clubs and only reluctantly surrendered her car at age 99. Survivors include three sons, William B. White and spouse Janie of Alpine, James R. White and spouse Xiu Ying of Newcastle, WY, and Jon E. White and spouse Nancy of Burbank, WA; two nieces, Linda Neely of Spokane, WA and Shelley Blickerstaff of Scappoose, OR; nephew, Thomas White of Alpine, AZ; and brother-in-law Merle White of Scappoose; 10 grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren. Graveside services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Thursday at Sunnyside Cemetery in Lenore. Rosary will be said for her at 7 p.m. July 23 at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church. A memorial gathering will be at 2 p.m. July 24 at the Hallmark Apartments Fiesta Room in Alpine. Vassar-Rawls Funeral Home of Lewiston is in charge of arrangements. Photo: Irma L. White Ralph Cecil Johnson, 69, Orofino Ralph Cecil Johnson, 69 of Orofino died June 29, 2010 from a fishing accident at Rapid River near Riggins. 
Ralph was born Nov. 21, 1940 in Lewiston to Frank R. Johnson and Pauline Finley Hill. Ralph attended schools in the Kamiah area, and attended ITT and Lewis Clark State College. Ralph and Gloria J. Johnson were married Dec. 7, 1961. They lived in the Boise area where he drove bus for eight years for Garden City Public Works, worked for Boise Parks and Recreation, and worked at Eagle Hills Golf Course before moving back home and was working as a Surveillance officer at Nez Perce Tribe Itse'Ye'Ye Casino in Kamiah. Ralph was a direct descendent of WEET'XU'WIIS. He received a Public Service Announcement Award from the Idaho Department of Transportation; He had a part in a commercial in the Boise area; and he volunteered for various Pow Wow committees in Boise, Nampa, and Orofino areas. Ralph loved to hunt, fish, gather roots and berries, and spend time in the mountains. Ralph was preceded in death by his parents, Frank R. Johnson and Pauline Finley Hill; his brother, Frankie Johnson; and his son, Ralph C. Johnson, Jr. Ralph is survived by his wife, Gloria J. Johnson of Orofino; his sons, Robert L. Johnson of Kooskia, Roland C. Johnson of Boise, and Richard E. Johnson and wife, Mary, of Lenore; his sister, Alice (Jenie) Warden of Kamiah; nine grandchildren and four great grandchildren. Memorial Service will be at 7 p.m., Thursday, July 1, at Wa-A'yas Community Center at Kamiah. Funeral Services will be at 10 a.m. Friday, July 2, also at the Wa-A'yas Community Center in Kamiah. Interment will be at Kamiah Tribal Cemetery. Horace Axtel will officiate. A covered dish dinner will follow the services at the Wa-A'yas Community Center. Memorial donations may go to Gloria Johnson. Trenary Funeral Home of Kooskia is assisting the family. Photo: Ralph C. Johnson John Douglas Loseth, 79, Orofino John Douglas Loseth, loving husband, father, grandfather, friend to many and life-long Orofino resident passed away peacefully at Tri State Memorial Hospital in Clarkston, WA on the morning of June 25, 2010. He was comfortable in his passing as he was surrounded by his family while courageously fighting the pneumonia that took his life.  He was born Sept. 10, 1931, in Lewiston to Johnny O. and Dorothy M. Page Loseth. He married Mildred Merle Bobbitt on Dec. 31, 1956, in Orofino and they spent the past 53 years living in the family residence on Riverside Ave. where he had lived since age five. John attended Orofino schools graduating from Orofino High School in 1949. He attended the University of Idaho for a year and a half before enlisting in the United States Army and serving in the Korean Conflict from 1951 through 1954 where he earned the Korean Service Medal, United Nations Service Medal and the National Defense Service Medal. John was employed at Hanson's Garage as a youth through his high school years. He returned to work at the garage after being honorably discharged from the service after the Korean Conflict. He left the garage to drive a semi-truck for Star Motor Freight for several years and then campaigned with his wife and sons and was elected Probate Judge for Clearwater County serving from 1965 through 1971. John used his life experiences to help many young people get their lives back on track and become better citizens. He then took an interest in bookkeeping and worked for Konkolville Lumber Company and the Clearwater County Road department before starting his career in credit union management. He served as Manager of the Orofino Community Credit Union from 1979 through 1993 and finished his credit union career as the Orofino Branch Manager of Potlatch #1 Federal Credit Union from 1993 until retiring in 1995. He enjoyed helping many credit union members with their needs throughout his credit union career. John was a volunteer fireman for the Orofino Fire Department for many years, an active member of the Orofino Lions Club in the 1960's and early 1970's, a member of the American Legion, and a member of the Veteran's of Foreign Wars Post #3296. He served as the Veteran's of Foreign Wars Post #3296 Commander for two years from 1966-68 and remained a lifelong member after being honorably discharged from the United States Army. A member of Orofino Rotary Club for more than 20 years and a Paul Harris Fellow, John served as secretary during the early 1990's. He became an Honorary Member in 2009. He and his wife Merle enjoyed being members of the Orofino Fine Gold Camping Club and spent many years traveling and staying in campgrounds in the area while building fond memories with their many friends. He enjoyed meeting with his many friends after retirement at the "coffee clutch" in the mornings at Krystal's Cafe' and in the afternoon at the Ponderosa Restaurant. He served as president of the "OFC" club, known locally among friends as the "Orofino's Finest Citizen's" club. His many hobbies included trading cars, fixing them up for sale and boasted about owning over 113 vehicles throughout his life, his first one being a 1927 Nash purchased and rejuvenated by him at age 14. He was well loved by his son's many friends for always fixing their broken down cars through their high school years and keeping all their friends cruising around Orofino. He was a self-taught carpenter, totally remodeling the family home several times and designed and made wooden furniture to include a built-in china cabinet to match the dining room table. He was loyal in visiting sick friends and sensed when there was a need to help. He was known for his ability as a "mister fixit" and enjoyed doing any kind of repairs for his friends and others. He was always interested in helping others. John could be seen in the early mornings plowing snow with his blue tractor from the sidewalks around town before going to work and until darkness fell after work. He helped keep the Rotary baseball field in good shape, mowing and taking care of weeds. Over the last three years as his health declined he was seen about town riding his scooter greeting people and doing errands. John especially loved his grandchildren. John and Merle took their grandkids on many camping trips and motor home excursions. He loved attending their many sporting events, dance recitals, Junior Miss competitions and numerous school events. He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother Fred. He is survived by his wife, Merle, in Orofino; his step-sister, Mary Lou Atkins, in Chino Valley, AZ; son, Pat and his wife Diane in Clarkston, WA and their children, Shawnna, Andrew and Keeton; and son, Chris and his wife Lori in Asotin, WA and their children, David, Caitlin and Erik. Please join in the celebration of his life at his memorial service in Orofino at Pine Hills Funeral Chapel at 10 a.m. on Saturday, July 10th, immediately followed by a lunch at the Clearwater County Senior Citizen's Center across the street from the funeral home. There will be a burial service at the Orofino Cemetery at 2:30 p.m. Memorials may be sent to the Clearwater County Senior Citizen's Center at P.O. Box 93, Orofino, ID, 83544 or the Orofino Rotary Foundation Scholarship Fund at P.O. Box 482, Orofino, ID, 83544. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel and Crematory is caring for arrangements. Photo: John Douglas Loseth Memorial service planned for John D. Loseth A memorial services for John D. Loseth will be held Saturday, July 10, at Pine Hills Funeral Chapel, Orofino at 10 a.m. He passed away Friday, June 25, 2010 in Clarkston, WA. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel and Crematory is in care of arrangements. John Douglas Loseth, 78, Orofino John Douglas Loseth, 78, Orofino, passed away Friday, June 25, 2010 in Clarkston, WA. Funeral services are pending. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel and Crematory is caring for arrangements. Jerry David Clemm, 64, former Jaype worker Jerry David Clemm, 64, of Troy, passed away Thursday, June 17, 2010, in Lewiston. Jerry was born May 4, 1946, in Moscow, to Lester and OmaVee Parsons Clemm. After he graduated from Troy High School in 1964, he married Kathy Bramberry of Kendrick. From 1965 to 1968, he worked for Jaype Mill in Pierce. In 1968, he worked on the family farm, between Troy and Kendrick, until 2001, when he retired because of medical reasons. He was also a member of the Troy Seventh-day Adventist Church. Survivors include his wife, Kathy Clemm of Troy; brother Dennis Clemm of Troy; three daughters, Michelle Collins and her husband Dan of Deer Park, WA, Tammy Clemm of Troy, and Tonya Blair and her husband Eric of Lewiston; as well as 11 grandchildren, 3 great-grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, OmaVee and Lester, his brother Larry and his daughter Tina Marie. A memorial service will be conducted at 1:30 p.m. Sunday at the Troy SDA Church, with Otis Parks officiating. In lieu of flowers, the family requests a donation to the Troy Ambulance Fund or Deary Advent Community Services. Doreene 'Doe' Hanning, 88, Orofino  Doreene 'Doe' Hanning of Orofino passed away June 9, 2010. She was 88. She's in peace with the Lord. Doreene was born June 8, 1922 in Blackfoot to Elmer Jolley and Retha Butler. Doreene's from a family of 13 children. She is survived by one brother, Wayne Jolley; sisters: Velma Fisher and Chris Van Duine. She is also survived by her sons, Richard and Dana Hanning of Everett, WA; Edward and Lena Hanning of Lenore, and daughter, Carol Jean Hanning of Orofino; five grandchildren: Rodney, Darren, Mark, Mike and Shana Hanning; eight great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. Doreene enjoyed her family, going for rides to see the country and she loved playing her organ. Doreene retired from Scott Paper Co., now known as Kimberly-Clark Paper Co, after 30 years. She lived in Everett, WA for 65 years. She moved to Orofino in 2004 with her son Edward and wife Lena and her daughter Carol Jean Hanning. She was preceded in death by her husband, Wallace R. Hanning. She has touched many lives in her time on earth and will be missed by all that knew her. Funeral arrangements are with Pine Hills Funeral Chapel, Orofino and Cypress Lawn in Everett, WA. Photo: Doreene 'Doe' Hanning Cecil L. 'Luke' Aldrich, 91, Orofino  Cecil L. 'Luke' Aldrich was born Jan. 8, 1929 in Plentywood, MT to Minnie and Arthur Aldrich. He passed away Saturday, June 12, 2010. Luke grew up in the small town of Kootenai outside Sandpoint and graduated from Sandpoint High School in 1948. He had three half-brothers and three half-sisters, all of them older and out of the household as he grew up. He joined the Air Force in 1950 and was based in Florida and England during the Korean War. He married his high school sweetheart Doris Jean Woodard in the Kootenai Church on June 9 ,1951. When he was discharged from the Air Force he entered the University of Idaho graduating with a Bachelor of Science degree in Wildlife Management In 1959. After graduation he worked for the Idaho Forestry Department, now the Idaho Department of Lands, retiring from there as Area Supervisor for the Clearwater Area in 1989. Luke is survived by his wife of 59 years, Jean; his daughter Darcy Pederson and husband Ray of Grangeville; sons; Alan and wife Donna of Gillette, WY and Luke and wife Tracie of La Grande, OR. His wonderful grandchildren are Debbie, Amy, Lisa, Eyler and Katie. Luke was an avid outdoorsman with an uncanny woods sense. He shared his love of the outdoors with his family and friends. At work and at play, he respected the natural world around him and looked for a way to make things better. A memorial service celebrating his life will be held at the Orofino City Park on Thursday, June 17 , at 10 a.m. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel and Crematory is caring for arrangements. Photo: Cecil L. "Luke" Aldrich Donna Ann Fitzpatrick, 64, Pierce  Donna Ann Fitzpatrick was born July 11, 1945 to T. Roy Haley and Donna Inez (Burgin) Haley at Eudora, AR. She passed away June 7, 2010 at Orofino. The family moved to Madera, CA. in 1955 where Donna attended school and graduated from Madera High Union School in 1963. She married Dwight Cornett and had one son, David Cornett. She later married Bud Childers and they had two sons, Dennis and John. In 1972, Donna and her family moved to Pierce where she later met and married Tim Fitzpatrick in 1987. Tim still resides at their home in Pierce. Donna worked many years at Headquarters Bar & Cafe', and Clearwater Cafe'. In 1999 she went to work at Pierce Hardware. Donna was a member of the Lions Club. She loved to fish, camp, and work in her yard with her flowers. One of her favorite past time was spending time with her family. Donna is survived by husband Tim; sons, David Cornett of Forest Grove, OR, Dennis (Jennifer) Childers of Hayden, John (Machelle Childers of Forest Grove, OR; stepson, Tommy Fitzpatrick of Weippe; stepdaughter, Lisa (Fitzpatrick) Dahl and husband Sandy of Fraser; and niece Brandi Nesheium, who lived with Donna and Tim through high school. Also surviving are brothers Jack (Judy) Haley of Juliaetta, Robert Haley of Pierce, Ed (Shannon) Haley of Athol, and sister Delia Sue (Bob) Leonard of Pierce; grandchildren, Devan, Layne, and Jared Cornett, Sydney and Jake Childers, Alexis and Dylan Frades, Brooklynn and Mason Childers; step grandchildren, Jaden and Krystal Dahl; great grandson, Cayden Cornett, and many nieces and nephews that loved their Aunt Donna and she cherished all of them. She was preceded in death by her parents, T. Roy Haley and Donna Haley, and brother David Gene Haley. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, June 19, at 12 p.m. at Pine Hills Funeral Chapel in Orofino. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel and Crematory is caring for arrangements. Photo: Donna Ann Fitzpatrick Opal M. Hamilton, 92, formerly of Weippe Opal Meredith Hobbs Hamilton passed away at the age of 92, Thursday, June 10, 2010 at Guardian Angel Homes in Lewiston. She was born April 21, 1918, at Tofield, Alberta, Canada, to Loid Hutchins and Maud Hoisington Hutchins, the eighth of nine children. 
When she was about 5 years old, the family, who had moved to Canada shortly before her birth, returned to the U.S., settling first in Spokane, WA, and then in the Fraser area near Weippe. She attended the Cottonwood School, and then the family moved to the Hanford, WA, area before returning to Canada in 1928. In 1935, she married Cyril Hobbs at Barrhead, Alberta, Canada. They farmed in that area until 1943, when they moved to Weippe, to be near her mother and brothers. In Weippe, she worked at the H&W Mercantile Store as a clerk during the 1950s and early 1960s. In 1966, they moved to Lewiston where she worked at the Lewiston Care and Rehabilitation Center. In 1970, they moved to Moscow. Her husband passed away in 1974 and in 1975 she moved with her youngest son, Fred, to Milton-Freewater, OR, for a short time before moving to Sandpoint. She married her second husband, Lawrence Hamilton, in Sandpoint. He passed away in 1987 and in 1989, she moved back to Lewiston, where she remained until her passing. Opal enjoyed gardening, but most of all loved having her family and friends near. She could always put together a meal for unexpected guests. No one ever left her home hungry. She was a kind and loving person who had a big smile for everyone. She was preceded in death by her parents, three brothers, Orel Hutchins, Leslie Hutchins and Lawrence Hutchins; four sisters, Florence Sampson, Zoa Ford, Della Bisson and Hazel Hutchins; two stepsons, Donald Hamilton and Larry Hamilton; and a stepdaughter-in-law, Minnie Hamilton. Opal is survived by her brother, Eldon Hutchins of Lewiston; her daughter, Thelma (Term) Nylund of Camas, WA; three sons, Raymond Hobbs and wife, Geraldine of Clarkston, WA, Fred Hobbs and Herb Hobbs, both of Lewiston; a stepdaughter-in-law, Shirley Hamilton of Bonners Ferry; one sister-in-law, Alice Hutchins of Lewiston; also 11 grandchildren, Bonnie Hunt and Wayne Wilson of Lewiston, Bev Dobrinski and Tina Bowman of Vancouver, WA, Kathy Edwards of Priest Lake, Debra Reida of Battleground, WA, Ed Hobbs of Tualatin, OR, Chris Hobbs of Hercules, CA, Melanie Pichette of Spokane Valley, WA, Amy Bare of Ellensburg, WA, and Mark Hobbs of Liberty Lake, WA; six step-grandchildren, Randy Hamilton of Sandpoint, Sandra Beamer of Carywood, Alan Hamilton and John Hamilton of Bonners Ferry, and Ann and Laura Hamilton; plus numerous great-grandchildren and a few great-great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be at 1 p.m. Tuesday at Pine Hills Funeral Chapel in Orofino, with interment to follow at the Weippe Cemetery. For those wishing to make memorial contributions, the family suggests the Hilltop Heritage Society Museum at Weippe. The family would like to express their appreciation to the staff of the Liberty House for their care and kindness during the past two-plus years. Photo: Opal Meredith Hobbs Hamilton Everett J. Jordan, 81, formerly of Weippe Everett J. Jordan, 81, passed away Wednesday, June 2, 2010, in Boise, but lived in Lewiston for 50 years. He was a lifelong Idahoan, except for his time in the military. Everett was born at home in Weippe, Nov. 1, 1928, to Glenn and Florna Carr Jordan. He grew up working in the family store in Weippe, enjoying the outdoors of the Weippe prairie, as well as the surrounding mountains and streams. Everett attended Weippe schools from the first grade through high school, playing sports and excelling in academics. Everett graduated with a teaching degree from Lewis-Clark Normal School and later earned a master's degree from the University of Idaho. Everett married Helen Fountain on April 4, 1950, in Lewiston; and they recently celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary. They first taught in Salmon and then went to New Plymouth to teach. When Everett joined the U.S. Air Force during the Korean War, Helen went with him to Colorado, South Dakota and on to Tokyo where they resided for two years and had their first daughter, Patricia. Upon their return to the United States, their second daughter, Amy, was born at Fairchild Air Force Base near Spokane, WA. The family moved to Lewiston and Everett became a member of the U.S. Air Force Reserves. Combining his love of being a HAM radio operator with the military, Everett "patched" through many military personnel via radio and phone so that they could communicate with their loved ones during the Vietnam War. During this time, Everett was an instructor for Lapwai junior and senior high schools, teaching math and science classes until 1989, a total of 33 years. Everett literally knew Lapwai schools inside and out, having installed many electronic and technical systems, including a satellite system for distance learning. Everett also loved flying and had his instrument-rating private pilot's license. He first learned to fly while stationed in Denver during the early 1950s. He and his brother-in-law, Bud Fountain, loved to talk about flying experiences and they owned several planes together over the years. He inspired his daughter, Amy, to get her pilot's license as well. While Pat and Amy attended UI, Everett and Helen welcomed many foreign college students into their home for weekends and holidays. One of those students, Maggie, still calls the mom and dad, as does their son-in-law, Dilip. Everett was a member of the Independent Order of Odd Fellows (IOOF), Elks, American Legion, Veterans of Foreign Wars and a 50-year member of Masonic Nez Perce Lodge No. 10 AF and AM. Everett is survived by his wife, Helen; his daughter, Patricia Saletore and her husband, Dilip; and daughter Amy Brasley and her husband Larry. Everett and Helen have five grandchildren, Ambika Saletore Silva and her husband, Dustin, Ayesha Saletore, Nikhil Saletore, Nathan Brasley and Ann Brasely. Everett was preceded in death by his parents and brother-in-law, James (Bud) Fountain. A service was conducted Friday at Malcom's Brower-Wann Funeral Chapel in Lewiston, with military honors to following at Normal Hill Cemetery. Donna Ann Fitzpatrick, 64, Pierce Donna Ann Fitzpatrick, 64, Pierce, passed away at Clearwater Valley Hospital in Orofino Monday, June 7, 2010. Cremation is to take place. A memorial service will be held at Pine Hills Funeral Chapel Saturday, June 19, at 12 p.m. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel and Crematory is caring for arrangements. Robert H. 'Bob' Rears, 71, formerly of Pierce Robert H. 'Bob' Rears, 71, of Clarkston, died Wednesday, June 2, 2010, of pneumonia. 
Bob was born Sept. 10, 1938, in Sandpoint to Chester M. and Ruth Ramsey Rears. They moved to the Rears Ranch in Wray, CO, in 1943 and later moved back to Sandpoint. He spent the rest of his childhood with his mother and stepfather, Tilford (Tip) Garrison. He graduated from Sandpoint High School in 1956. Rears went to Chico, CA, after his high school graduation to attend Chico State College, where he met and married Alice Morris in 1959. Together they raised five children. Rears was a proud sergeant in the U.S. Army Reserves from 1959 to 1964. He worked at Chico Redding Optical Laboratories while in California. The young Rears family moved to Pierce in 1969. He graduated from Lewis-Clark State College in 1972. Rears was a school teacher, coach, sheriff's deputy for the Clearwater County Sheriff's Office and an expert in Idaho history. Among some of his adventures, Rears brought fencing to Pierce, starting the first Junior Olympic Fencing Team in northern Idaho. He wrote articles for the Lewiston Morning Tribune, Old West Magazine and Summit Magazine. Rears and his wife moved to Taholah, WA, in 1990 to teach, and from 1992 to 2000 Rears was a teacher for the Lewiston School District at the Juvenile Detention Center, Sacajawea Junior High and North Idaho Children's Home, while living in Anatone, WA. He was an avid outdoorsman, climbing the highest peaks in western America, whitewater kayaking and backpacking the western United States, including mapping out the Idaho Centennial Trail during the state's 100-year anniversary. In 1980, Summit Magazine declared him "the last of the mountain men." Rears was active in the Lions Club, Pierce Community Center, a Boy Scout leader and Sierra Club member. He enjoyed playing his guitar and singing with his family. He was a colorful storyteller with an infectious laugh. He is survived by his wife, Alice; two brothers, Chester D. and Faye Rears of Arizona, and Richard Garrison and Celia of Spokane, WA; his twin sons, Christopher Jay and Ann Rears of Portland, OR, and Johnothan Ray and Mary Rears of Clarkston, WA; his daughter, Robin L. Stewart and Bruce Weigers of Boise; and twin daughters, Dana M. Stedman-Chandler and Brian of Clarkston, and Kari J. and Kelly J. Lineberry of Kamiah; 11 grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by sister, Jewel Sunberg, and brother, Gordon Garrison. A memorial service has been scheduled for 2 p.m. July 25 at the Lewiston Community Center. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the Pacific Crest Trail Association at www.pcta.org. Photo: Robert H. 'Bob' Rears Ramona L. Key, 71  The angels brought Mona peacefully home to Heaven on May 26, 2010 with her husband and children by her side. She was 71 years old. Mona was born on March 7, 1939 to Zenita (Grandma Shorty) and Morley Hopper in Weiser. She grew up and attended school in Weiser. Mona Hopper met and fell in love with Bill Key and they married on June 6, 1964. They made their home in Grangeville and have five children, Robin, Joe, Allen, Michelle, and Sonya. Mona's kids, grandkids, and her family were her whole life. She loved to go camping, rafting, and 4-wheeling with all of them. She looked forward to their trips to Yuma in the winter and going to Mexico. She loved traveling and treasured every minute she could spend with her true love. She enjoyed anything to do with the outdoors. She loved riding on their trike. She was a wonderful painter and always enjoyed the scenery around her. They took their "lil dogs", Keno and Odie, everywhere with them. Mona is survived by her husband, Bill, at their family home; three daughters, Robin Morris of Alaska, Michelle and Steve Caine and Sonya and Tim of Spokane, WA; two sons, Joe and Jennifer of Lewiston, and Allen amd Mary of Spanaway, WA; 14 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren; three sisters, Barb Long of Lewiston, Marlene and Butch Huddleson of Weippe, and Dee Dee Pitman of Washington; and her brother, Marion Hopper and Eva of Oregon. She was preceded in death by her mom, Nita; father, Morley; her in-laws, Oda and Thedis Key; six brothers-in-law; a granddaughter; a nephew, and a great niece. Mona was our angel on earth. Her love and laughter will remain in our hearts forever. Services will be held on Saturday, June 12, at 11 a.m., at the Blackmer Funeral Home in Grangeville, followed by a potluck celebration of Mona's life at the Senior Citizens Center in Grangeville. Viewing will be held on Friday, June 11, from 2-6 p.m., at the funeral home. Photo: Ramona L. Key Joseph Ward memorial service planned Saturday A memorial service for Joseph Anthony Ward, 69, Orofino, will be held Saturday, June 12, at 2 p.m. at Covenant House Christian Center, 12517 Hartford Ave. in Orofino. He passed away Thursday, June 2, 2010 in Orofino. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel and Crematory is caring for arrangements. Joseph Anthony Ward, 69, Orofino Joseph A. Ward, 69, Orofino, passed away at his residence Thursday, June 2, 2010. Cremation is to take place and services are pending. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel and Crematory is in charge of arrangements. Frank 'Frankie' Jerome Dietz, 48, Weippe  Frank 'Frankie' Jerome Dietz, Weippe, passed away May 29, 2010. He was 48. Frankie was born Dec. 21, 1961 in Fargo, ND. Frankie was raised in Weippe loving the outdoors. His passion was hunting and fishing. He served in the National Guard, worked in cedar mills and logged throughout the northwest. Frankie will be missed every day by those that love him. He is survived by his "Dad", Lester, and mother, Eileen; brothers, Lauren, Greg and Roy; and sister, Tina. He was preceded in death by his baby sister, Sandra, and his son, David. A prayer service will be held Saturday, June 5, at the Lutheran Church in Pierce at 10:30 a.m. A covered dish dinner will follow at noon at the Weippe Senior Center. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel and Cremator is caring for arrangements. Linda Irene Haag, 69, Orofino A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. Friday, May 28, at Pine Hills Funeral Chapel for Linda Irene Haag who passed away May 7, 2010 at Clearwater Valley Hospital in Orofino. A potluck will follow at the Methodist Church Fellowship Hall. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel is caring for arrangements. Wilma Lucille Berry, 69 Wilma Lucille Berry, passed from this life Saturday, May 22, 2010, surrounded by her family. 
Wilma was born in Columbus, IN to Eugene and Viola Stickens Jan. 11, 1941. The family lived in Colorado, Arizona and Idaho as she grew up. She attended school in all three states, graduating in 1959 from South Mountain High School in Phoenix, AZ. She worked as a home nursing aid in Phoenix and a telephone operator in Orofino. After marrying, Wilma became a mother and homemaker to three sons. She was a loving mother, sister and grandma. She took great joy in supporting her sons in their sports and other activities as they grew up. She enjoyed greatly the time with her children, grandchildren, great grandchildren, sisters and brother and their families. In her later years, she enjoyed meeting and making new friends and traveling to the coast and to Nevada. Wilma is survived by her son, Don and his wife, Rosie, of Orofino and their children, son, Hugh and wife, Billie, daughters, Heather and husband, Tyler, and Amy and husband, Brian, and their children, Adrian, Austin, Carter, Jackson, Noah and Riley. She is also survived by son, Chris, and Dustin his son of Orofino and son, Joe, and girlfriend, Katie of Couer d'Alene. In addition, she is survived by her sisters: Donna Roy, and husband, Larry; Edna Summers and Dorothy Young, all of Orofino and Charlotte Heatherly of Phoenix; brother, Kenneth Stickens of Dallas, TX, as well as many wonderful nieces and nephews and their families. She was preceded in death by her parents; a sister, Patricia Heinecke, of Colorado, brothers-in-law, Cal Summers, Scott Young both of Orofino and nephew, Johnny Heinecke of Colorado. "Mom was loved by many and she will be missed." A funeral service will be held at Pine Hills Funeral Chapel in Orofino Thursday, May 27, at 11 a.m. with burial to follow at Weseman Cemetery. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel and Crematory is caring for arrangements. Photo: Wilma Lucille Berry Ellen Katherine Hobson, 96, Weippe Ellen Katherine Hobson, 96, went to join her Heavenly Father on May 13, 2010. She passed away at Clearwater Valley Hospital in Orofino. 
Ellen was born in Portland, OR to Swedish immigrants Andrew John and Annie Eugenia (Nordvall) Johnson on April 28, 1914. She graduated from Oregon City High School in 1933. She started her working career in Portland where she cared for orphaned children--birth to five years old. Later, she worked at an elite girls school before she married George Raymond Hobson on July 19, 1941. She lived a busy life as a pastor's wife and enjoyed cooking, sewing and quilting. She is survived by her husband, George. They were married 68 years. Ellen is also survived by four children--Katherine Hobson of Phoenix, AZ, Betty (Jim) McGill of Nampa, Allen (Mary Lou) Hobson of Ephrata, WA, and Eva (Dale) Durkee of Weippe. Also surviving are 6 grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren. Preceding her in death are her parents, one sister, Inez Nord, and one brother, John Harry Johnson. A visitation will take place Thursday, May 20, from 1-4 p.m. at Pine Hills Funeral Chapel in Orofino. A funeral service will be at Pine Hills Friday, May 21, at 9 a.m. with burial to follow at the Weippe Cemetery. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel and Crematory is caring for arrangements. Photo: Ellen Katherine Hobson Naoma C. Smith, 86, formerly of Headquarters Naoma C. Smith was born April 7, 1924 at Timber Ridge, VA, to Mary Ellen Slater and William Downey Cash. She died at her home on Thursday morning, May 13. She attended Timber Ridge and later Fairfield Grade School. After the seventh grade, she went to work for Mr. Lots and two families on the property where she did laundry, cleaned and fed the animals. She later cared for two women. Working for DuPont, in Waynesboro, she was one of the first assigned to work with nylon to make parachutes for the war. She met Stewart Smith at Crum's Drug store while he was on assignment at Virginia Military Institute. in Lexington. They were married May 6, 1943 in Stanton, VA. After marrying Stewart, Naoma lived in Montana for several months until Stewart was shipped out to California, then Guadalcanal, and the Philippines. Naoma stayed in Virginia with family until Stewart's discharge in 1946. They moved to Weippe. Employment with Potlatch brought them to Townsite 4, and later moved to Headquarters when housing became available. She was a homemaker, cleaned for the Headquarters School and worked at Clearwater Potlatch Timber Protective Association in the cookhouse for the crew building the Jaype Mill, and assisted Ben Marsh at the cookhouse in Headquarters. She was involved with the Women's group and attended church at the Community Hall. Naoma was known for teaching most of the children in Headquarters to swim. In 1966, she was one of the first women hired at Jaype Mill, and was known as one of the "grandmas of Jaype." She worked there until 1989, and served as a union representative, worked as a grader and loved to help cook the holiday meals. Stewart died February 17, 1986. After retirement, Naoma retired to her Lewiston home with her daughter Barbara. She attended Faith Tabernacle Church, and looked forward to the annual Headquarters summer Picnic and the monthly Headquarters luncheons. She lived for her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Survivors include daughters Bessie Stenzel and husband Ron of Prineville, OR., and Barbara Smith of Lewiston; sons Frank Smith of Pierce, Doug Smith and wife Tammy of Lewiston, and Fred Smith of Olympia, WA; sisters Margariette Campbell of Stephens City, VA., Mary Ellen Camden and Edith C. Smith of Lexington, VA. Six grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren and one on the way in two weeks; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her mother and father; husband, Stewart; son, Robert Charles; brothers, Gleason, Kenneth, Raymond, Bobby Lee, John Henry, Arthur and twins Donald and Ronald; and sisters Agnes, Louise, Bessie and Francis. Viewing was held on Sunday at Malcom's Brower-Wann Funeral Home in Lewiston. A family burial was held at Lewis-Clark Memorial Garden on Monday, followed by the memorial service at Faith Tabernacle Church, 2502 16th Ave., in Lewiston. Memorial gifts may be given to Victory Television, P. O. Box 1227, Lewiston, Idaho, 83501. Cleo C. Rape, 86, born in Ahsahka Cleo Charlotte Rape died Monday, May 10, 2010, at Syringa General Hospital in Grangeville. 
Cleo was born to Earl and Winnifred Moffett on Aug. 21, 1923, on the family farm near Ahsakha. She was the youngest of six children. As a child of the Depression, she first went to a small country schoolhouse through the second grade. When that school closed, she had to walk three miles on the railroad tracks to the school in Ahsahka, until she graduated six years later from the eighth grade. She wanted to continue on to high school in Orofino, but her father would not allow it. In her opinion that was a big mistake. She married Cecil George Rape on Dec. 31, 1938, at the age of 15. From this union came their three children, Bonnie Jeanette, Georgia Mae and Terry Cecil. As a family, times were tough, especially for such a young mother. Cleo sacrificed many necessities to make sure her children had plenty; they never went without the things they needed. She spent the next 36 years as a devoted wife to Cecil until his death in 1974. After Cecil's death, Cleo had many adventures, including a month long trip with her daughter Georgia, to see her oldest daughter Bonnie in Louisiana on the back of a Harley Davidson motorcycle. She always loved visiting and picnicking at her old stomping grounds up Slate Creek. In her later years, she took great pleasure in her cats Bubbles and Muffin, and loved having friends stop by or call, even if only for a minute or two. In fact, she must have had half the town of Grangeville on speed dial on her constant companion…her telephone. It seemed everyone in town either knew her or was touched by her in one way or another. Mention her name, and the word "character" often followed by those who knew her. Her greatest heartbreak in life came in 2005, with the loss of her only son Terry, from congestive heart failure at the age of 58. Although devastating, she was able to persevere and continue enjoying her busy life. Cleo is survived by her two daughters, Bonnie Pepper and Georgia Woodley; son-in-law, Doug Pepper; grandchildren, Steve Pepper; David (Becky) Pepper; Penny Steadham; Susan (Jim) Moody; Cheri Ranft; Phillip Chandler; Allen Rape; Robert Nutting; Jim, Wyatt and Heath Morgan; Tammi (Murray) Schumacker; Toni (Jeff) Lincoln; and Terry Richter ( Rape); sister in law, Grace Rape, and niece Joyce Wynn. She is also survived by numerous great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, her long term care giver Judy Brackelsberg, and many beloved friends. Preceding her in death were her parents; all of her sibling, Bert, Earl and Jesse Moffett, Winnie O'Brien, Philena Findley; husband, Cecil; and son, Terry. Cremation has taken place and a memorial service will be held at the Grangeville Christian Church on Friday, May, 21, 2010, at 2 p.m., with Pastor Harold Gott officiating. A luncheon will follow the services at the church. Donation can be made to the Grangeville Christian Church in Cleo's name. Photo: Cleo Charlotte Rape Linda I. Haag, 69, Orofino Linda Irene Dahlberg Haag, 69 Orofino, passed away peacefully Friday, May 7, 2010, in Orofino with family and friends by her side after a courageous battle with cancer. She was born in Dayton, WA, April 24, 1941 to LaVerne and Lillian Dahlberg. Linda married Charles Lester Haag on May 21, 1960 in Coeur d'Alene at the famous Hitching Post. The raised their family of four in Culdesac before moving to Orofino in 1983. Linda was very active throughout the years with her four children, volunteering for all their activities as well as community service. She drove school bus for the Culdesac School District for many years. In addition to her own children and grandchildren, she was fondly known as "Mom/Grandma Linda" in both the Culdesac and Orofino communities. Linda loved camping with family and friends and especially being "camp cook" at their Moose Creek hunting camp. All of the grandkids loved to bake chocolate chip cookies with grandma and she would always share those cookies and her special pumpkin pies with friends. She thoroughly enjoyed staying in touch with friends and family on the telephone and always had a kind hug. She enjoyed her water aerobics classes and babysitting for anyone who would ask. She had a very strong Christian faith and was an active member with the ladies group at the Covenant House Christian Center in Orofino. She is survived by her loving husband of almost 50 years, Charles, at the family home in Orofino; daughters, Diana Haag of Orofino, Holly and Ramiro Sosa of Miami, and Denise and Stephen Duren of Weiser; son, Tracy and Annette Haag of Orofino; seven grandchildren, Shantel, Nathan, Justin, Grayson, Shae, Christopher and Samantha; two great grandchildren and her special buddy, Dutch. She was preceded in death by her parents, LaVerne and Lillian; and grandson, Trevor Haag. "Wife-Mother-Gramma or Granny" Linda will definitely be remembered for her unconditional giving and kind, loving heart she shared with anyone and everyone. She will not be forgotten through the hearts of many. Funeral arrangements are pending at Pine Hills Funeral Chapel in Orofino. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Linda Haag Memorial Fund at US Bank in Orofino. Charles Henry Battles, 84, formerly of Weippe Charles Henry Battles, beloved husband, father, grandpa and friend, passed peacefully at his home with his loved ones at his side, Sunday, April 25, 2010. 
Chuck, as he was known to many, entered this world Sept. 20, 1927, in Orofino. He was born to Jewel and Mary Battles, and was raised on their ranch in Weippe. Early in life, Chuck learned to log and ranch. He worked for a time at Potlatch Forests Inc., and then attended school at the University of Idaho, earning two degrees, one in education and the other in business and accounting. Chuck loved his country and enlisted in the U.S. Air Force, serving at the end of the Korean War as a first lieutenant. He was stationed in the Philippines, Korea and Japan. After serving his country he came back, returned to college and decided to make accounting his vocation. He was the owner of Battles and Ells Accounting and retired in 2009. Chuck met the love of his life, Virginia Lee Hake, in 1967. In 1968, he married her as well as her four children and became a cherished husband and stepfather. Virginia worked beside her husband as the secretary for their business. They had a son, David Charles, who died as an infant. They were married 41 years. He lost his love in June 2009. Chuck loved the Lord and was a member as well as treasurer of Grace Lutheran Church. He was the former president of the Idaho Association of Accountants. Chuck loved animals and served on the board, as well as doing the books, for the Lewis-Clark Animal Shelter. He was a member of the Square Devils Square Dance Club for many years. Chuck is survived by four stepchildren, Lyle Hake of Tacoma, WA, Mike Hake of Jefferson, OR, Connie Borgan of Lewiston, and Shannie Million of Princeton; two sisters, Bernice Battles and Liz McKinney, both of Lewiston; his 14 grandchildren; and 30 great-grandchildren. Chuck was preceded in death by his wife, Virginia; their son, David; brothers Oren and Kenny Battles; father and mother Jewel and Mary Battles; and a sister, Irene Skyles. There will be a memorial service for Chuck and his brother, Oren Battles, conducted at 11 a.m. Saturday at Vassar-Rawls Funeral Home in Lewiston. The Rev. Jim Higgins will officiate. Memorial donations may be made to the Lewis-Clark Animal Shelter. Chuck was loved by everyone who ever knew him. Our loss is heaven's gain. Photo: Charles Henry Battles Joan Buckley Watson, 90, Orofino  Joan Buckley Watson went home to be with the Lord on April 8, 2010 at the age of 90. Born in East Liverpool, OH she was the first of six children of Arthur and Gladys Buckley. They moved to Parkersburg, WV where she met Gilbert Watson in 1937 and marked the beginning of a joint life-long adventure for the two. For the first two of the four years Joan and Gil dated, Joan's mother insisted that two younger sisters go along. Known for his antics, Gil would often drive erratically to irritate the younger siblings. One sister plowed an ice cream cone into the back of Gil's head when fast driving caused the sisters to be thrown around in the back seat. The couple married in 1941 on Easter Sunday. Not surprisingly, following the reception Gil drove the wrong way on a major one-way street with the wedding party in tow honking their horns. Joan and Gil had both quit high school in the 1930s due to needing to work during the depression. However, they were very life-experience educated and had a continuing desire to learn. 
In the 1940s they became parents to a son and daughter. In the 1950s Joan took swimming lessons, earned her practical nurse certificate, and worked at a hospital in Georgia. In the 1960s she worked as the bookkeeper for a large cattle operation in Mississippi where Gil was the vice-president and general manager. In the 1970s Joan traveled to Europe with friends from church and learned how to play tennis and golf in Washington. In the 1980s she served as the 1987 state president of the Kansas Cattlewomen where her duties included promoting the beef industry at conventions and parades, attending Cattlewomen's activities across the country, and judging beef "cook-off" events. In the 1990s she was thrilled to ride in a pace car at 90 mph at the Charlotte NASCAR Speedway in North Carolina.  As Joan aged, she said she'd rather spend time with Gil and with family than doing anything else. Throughout her life she enjoyed hosting visitors, sewing, crafts, flower gardening, painting, gospel singing, reading and working at the voting booths. Joan was a member of the Church of Christ and was a Republican who did not mind giving her opinion. Joan moved to Orofino from Florida in 2002 following Gil's death. They had lived in 11 states and traveled to all but three of the other states during their 61 year marriage. She lived at Brookside Landing for seven years and at Clearwater Health and Rehabilitation for six months. Joan's family include son Jim Watson (Alice), Yorba Linda, CA; daughter Becky Drewery (Billie) of Kamiah; grandchildren Kelly Pike, Kalispell, MT, Kanet Turner (Richard), Walla Walla, WA, Klane Hanson, West Memphis, AR, Rebecca Schaffer, Orlando, FL, Suzanne Robichaud (David), Orlando, FL; great grandchildren Wilson, Dakota, Keith, Bailey, Colby, Alexandria, Megan, Chandler, and Buckley; sisters Louise Weser, Warrenton, VA, and Martha Houser, Parkersburg, WV; brother Larry Buckley (Gayle), New Bern, NC. A celebration of Joan's life was held on April 11 at the First Christian Church in Orofino. Family members participated in the service that was led by Jeremy Gering who along with his wife Christy visited Joan frequently. For those wishing to give a memorial, Joan chose Oklahoma Christian University where her two children attended. Memorials may be sent to OCU, Mike McDonald Endowment Scholarship, 2501 E. Memorial Rd, Edmond, OK 73013. Photos: Joan Buckley Watson Grant Ciscero Evans, 82, formerly of Clearwater County Grant Ciscero Evans, 82, a retired electrician, died of congestive heart failure Saturday, April 24, 2010, at his home. He was born Feb. 28, 1928, the youngest of 15 children, to Charles Monroe Evans and Estella Adella Scobey at Vinita, OK. 
He married Kathryn L. Wilson on Dec. 5, 1946, right after he was discharged from the U.S. Navy, at Hanford, CA. In 1948 they moved to Dent, then to Headquarters, where he worked for Potlatch Forests Inc. for 17 years. In 1966, they moved to Lewiston and he was employed by the Camas Prairie Railroad until he retired in 1989. He was a proud member of Alcoholics Anonymous for 28 years. He was a very successful elk hunter in his younger days, and harvested his share of deer and bear as well. He also shot competitively in small-bore events and won several distinguished awards across the Pacific Northwest. While living in Headquarters, he was elected president of the local chapter of the International Woodworkers of America Union and was a member of the IOOF Lodge. He enjoyed traveling and visited 49 of the 50 states. In his later years, aside from his AA activities, he did a lot of reading. He continued his zest for learning new things to the very end. He was preceded in death by his wife Kathryn in 1996, a daughter Cleota in 1950, a son Charles in 1985 and a daughter Cloretta in January. Survivors include a son, Randall G. Evans of Omaha, NE; four daughters, Marilyn J. Shrum of Lewiston, Marie A. Aasted of Tacoma, WA, Rita F. Evans of Poulsbo, WA, and Bonnie S. Hursh of Selah, WA; as well as 14 grandchildren and 19 great-grandchildren. His body will be cremated and buried at Normal Hill Cemetery in Lewiston. A memorial service will be set at a later date to accommodate family. The family asks that in lieu of flowers, donations be made in memory of Grant Evans to the Lewis-Clark Alano Club, P.O. Box 1834, Lewiston, ID 83501. Vassar-Rawls Funeral Home of Lewiston is handling arrangements. Photo: Grant Ciscero Evans Kyle William Wirgau, 24, Orofino  Kyle William Wirgau entered this world fighting to live on December 12, 1985; and, on April 19, 2010, joined his twin, Adam Michael, in heaven. Kyle was a life-long resident of Orofino. Kyle was a happy young man who taught others how to live in "Kyle's World." His smile was contagious and made you wonder what it was that he found so amusing. He loved listening to Christmas music and Reba McIntyre, traveling, and people reading him stories. We were blessed to have him in our lives. Kyle leaves behind to cherish his memory his mother, Karen; grandmother, Joyce Wirgau; aunts and uncles Penny and Dan Hogan, Neil and Melody Wirgau, Mary Lou and Joe Tunnicliffe, Mark Wirgau, LuAnn and Joe Sills, Sharon and David Fritz, and Amy Goodson, 17 cousins, and his devoted personal care provider Lila Winslow and faithful companion Cubby. Meeting him in heaven are his grandfather Arnold Wirgau, adventurer/traveling companion June Seasor, and twin brother Adam Michael. A memorial open house will be held on Saturday, April 24, from 1-4 pm at 215 Tamarack in Orofino. Prayer service and internment will take place at Leer Lutheran Church on May 1 at 11 am. Memorial donations may be made to Clearwater Humane Society, PO Box 2063, Orofino, ID 83544. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel & Crematory is caring for arrangements. "I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith." 2 Timothy 4:7 Photo: Kyle William Wirgau Kyle William Wirgau, 24, Orofino Kyle William Wirgau, 24, Orofino, passed away at Clearwater Valley Hospital in Orofino Monday, April 19, 2010.A memorial open house will be held in Kyle's memory Saturday, April 24, from 1-4 p.m. at 215 Tamarack St. in Orofino. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel and Crematory is caring for arrangements. Fredrick W. Altmiller, 85, born at Bruce's Eddy  Frederick W. Altmiller passed away peacefully at Guardian Angel Homes in Lewiston April 15, 2010 due to complications of age. Fred was born Sept. 20, 1924 at Bruces Eddy (Mary's Bay) on the North Fork of the Clearwater River near Ahsahka to Frank S. Altmiller and Alivina Regina Wagner Altmiller. He was the 10th child of 12. Fred attended school in Ahsahka, graduating from the eighth grade. He and his brothers and sisters crossed the river by boat or on the ice in the winter. During World War II, Fred was drafted at the age of 17 and served in the U.S. Army as Pfc. in the 17th Airborne. His tour of duty involved the Europe-Invasion of Germany. After returning home from the war, Fred me his wife of 62 years, Kathryn May Burch. They were married Oct. 30, 1948 and started their family, daughters, Francine and Carolyn, and son, Fritz. Fred was an excellent woodsman and loved the outdoors and nature. He began his logging career at an early age as a sawyer and dozer operator. He worked for Potlatch Corp. and several logging contractors throughout the years. He also sawed in Alaska and Oregon with his son, Fritz, and ran dozer on the clearing process during the construction of Dworshak Dam. 
In earlier years, Fred enjoyed participating in cross cut, chopping and sawing competitions with brothers and extended family during the Clearwater County Lumberjack Days. Fred was an avid fisherman and hunter and always had time to take family and friends fishing and camping. He was a proud and devoted family man and was greatly loved by family and friends. His grandchildren were his treasures. His "Big Smile and Heart" will be missed by all. Fred is survived by his wife, Kathryn, at the family home; daughters and spouses, Francine and Butch Finke, Carolyn and Mike Adams all of Orofino; sister, Anna McIntire of Kamiah; grandchildren, Darin Adams, Lisa Robertson and Stephanie Frank all of Orofino; Jennifer Hudson of Lewiston; Jayson and Josh Altmiller of California and 14 great grandchildren. Fred was preceded in death by his parents; son, Fritz Altmiller; grandson, Doug Adams; brothers, Carl, Frank, Eddie, Albert, Ernest, Jake and Johnny; sisters, Caroline Roby, Viola Roby and Mary Kelly. Photos: Frederick W. Altmiller Margaret A. Walker, 81, Orofino Margaret A. Walker passed away peacefully April 11, 2010 of natural causes. She will be dearly missed by family and friends. 
Margaret was born Oct. 13, 1928 to Horace G. and Margaret Ann McMillin in Batesville, MS, the eldest of two children. Her father's occupation as county road foreman caused the family to do some moving during her early school years. She graduated from West Plains High School in West Plains, MO in 1942. In 1949, she received her nursing diploma from Methodist Hospital in Memphis, TN and so began her life dream of becoming a registered nurse. Her first job landed her in Harrison, AR working at the local hospital. She me her future husband, Garold E. Walker known to friends and family as JR. Garold had been discharged from the Army and had just started his career as an ironworker on Bull Shoals Dam outside of Harrison. Margaret was offered a nursing job with Morrison and Knudsen as a first aid nurse on their new project at Cabinet Gorge Dam located in Clark Fork. She was off on an adventure of a lifetime to a state that she would fall in love with. After the completion of Bull Shoals, Garold was transferred to Cabinet Gorge Dam. They married Oct. 11, 1952 in Thompson Falls, MT. Margaret returned to her parent's home in Camden, AR to give birth to their daughter. The family moved from town to town and state to state over the course of 13 years. Places included Ione, WA; Strawberry, CA; Heber Springs, AR; Lisbon, Portugal; Snelling, CA; Mossy Rock, WA and finally settling in Orofino. 
After their daughter graduated from high school, Margaret returned to her nursing career at Clearwater Valley Hospital during the late 1970s and early 1980s. She then took on the director of nursing position at what is now known as Clearwater Health and Rehabilitation. Both Margaret and Garold retired in the early 1990s to enjoy traveling to ironworks reunions, taking care of their place, gardening and their family. Margaret loved spending time with her two grandchildren, taking care of her many flower gardens and canning vegetables from their garden. Margaret was a member of the Eastern Star and Daughter of the Niles. She is survived by her daughter Sue and husband, Chris Anderson; and grandchildren Max and Kelsey. She was preceded in death by her parents, Horace and Margaret Ann McMillin; brother, Robert Earl McMillin; and husband of 57 years, Garold E.Walker. In lieu of flowers the family suggest donations given in their names to Clearwater Valley Hospital Foundation Fund, P.O. Box 2169, Orofino, ID 83544. Graveside services for Margaret and Garold will take place April 23 at Wells Bench Cemetery for family and friends. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel is handling the arrangements. Photos: Margaret A. Walker LaVeta 'Beatie' Grimm, 94, Lewiston LaVeta 'Beatie' Grimm, 94, of Lewiston, passed away Thursday, April 15, 2010, at Life Care Center in Lewiston. She was born Dec. 19, 1915, in Cambridge to Lon Beck and Georgia Sullivan Beck. She graduated from Orofino High School in 1935. 
Beatie married Marlie H. Grimm in February 1942. He preceded her in death Dec. 9, 2004. After marrying, the couple moved to Seattle, WA for a few years before coming back to Lewiston, where they lived the rest of their lives. They owned and operated Marlie's Market Basket, and then she went to work at Miller's and the Idaho Department Store. She lived at Life Care Center in Lewiston for the past five years and the family would like to extend its sincere gratitude for the special care she received from the staff. Beatie loved camping and was a fantastic holiday baker. She especially enjoyed her family and loved helping care for her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She spent as much time with her family and friends as she could, enjoying good food and the outdoors. She is survived by two sons, Lonnie and wife Shirley Grimm of Clarkston, WA and Bob and wife Karyn Grimm of Coeur d'Alene; grandchildren, Neile and husband, Dennis Crew, of Grangeville, and Scott and Samantha Grimm of Parker, CO; great-grandchildren, Cody, Carly, Camron, Carson, Aaron and Elijah; brother Roy Beck, of Clarkston; sister Vi Devlin, of Lewiston; and many loved nieces and nephews. Preceding Beatie in death were husband Marlie; sisters Edna, Alma, Carol and Dode; and brother Billy Beck. A memorial service is planned for 2 p.m. Thursday at St. Stanislaus Church in the social room, with Jim Minnette officiating. Vassar-Rawls Funeral Home of Lewiston is handling arrangements. Memorial donations are suggested to Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic School in Grangeville. Photo: LaVeta 'Beatie' Grimm Margaret Ann Walker, 81, Orofino Margaret Ann Walker, 81, Orofino, passed away Sunday, April 11, 2010 in Orofino. Funeral services are pending with Pine Hills Funeral Chapel in Orofino caring for arrangements. Fredrick William Altmiller, 85, Orofino Fredrick William Altmiller, 85, Orofino, passed away Thursday, April 15, 2010 in Lewiston. Private family funeral services will be held at a later date. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel is caring for arrangements. Burton 'Burt' Douglas Young, 83, born in Elk River Burton 'Burt' Douglas Young, 83, was born to Louis Herbert Young and Edith Mary Paine on Sept. 12, 1926, in Elk River. He passed away Friday, April 9, 2010, at his Lewiston home. 
Burt met Rose Marie Cone at the University of Idaho and wooed her in his red convertible with a date for a caramel apple. He and Rose married Sept. 9, 1950. He graduated with a bachelor's degree in business management. Burt remained a loyal and enthusiastic Vandal, a tradition that has continued with his children and grandchildren. Following graduation from UI, Burt purchased Burt's 66 Service Station in Moscow, which he sold after a year. He and Rose moved to Lewiston, where Burt began his 30-year career with Potlatch Corp. (now Clearwater Paper). He retired at age 58 as the manager of the purchasing department, but remained a purchasing agent in his heart. He frequently brought home treasures in his ventures about town. He particularly enjoyed collecting and trading guns. Burt had a wonderful sense of humor. He became well known in his family and circle of friends for his witty anecdotes, which came to be known as "Burtisms". Burt served in the U.S. Army from Nov. 15, 1944, to Dec. 4, 1946, during the Philippine liberation. He was honored with the Bronze Service Star, the Asiatic Pacific Service Medal, Victory Medal and a Good Conduct Medal. Through his life he was a member of the Elks Lodge, Masonic Temple, the Gun Club and the National Rifle Association. He enjoyed hunting, camping, fishing, flying his plane, boating, dancing and traveling. He and his family built a cabin on Lake Coeur d'Alene, and enjoyed many summers there with family and friends. Surviving Burt are his wife, Rose Marie Young of Lewiston; son, Jeffry Young and his wife Nancy of Lewiston; daughter, Jan Young Van Slyke and her husband Howard; grandchildren, Shaelee Kay Young, Michelle Freand, Lacy Hamilton, Flenna Hamilton, Caleb John and Tristan Burton, and Brandon and Heather Van Slyke; great-grandchildren, Gracie, Mikayla, Kade, Aron, Treyton and Ashly; and niece, Kathleen Young. He was preceded in death by his parents, Edith and Louis Young, and a brother, Vernon Young. Memorial services are at 3 p.m. Friday at Vassar-Rawls Funeral Home in Lewiston. Photo: Burton 'Burt' Douglas Young June George Adams Scoles, 85, formerly of Orofino June George Adams Scoles, 85, of Lewiston, was born June 20, 1924, at Culdesac to Frank and Edna George. She was the fifth child of seven children. The family moved to Orofino, where she attended the Blake School at Harmony Heights.  June graduated from Orofino High School in May 1942, and later that year she married Morris J. Adams. Shortly thereafter, Morris left for Europe during World War II. After his return from the war Morris worked in the logging industry and June managed the household and raised three children. In 1957, she became a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. In 1960, June started licensed practical nurse training at Clearwater Valley Hospital in Orofino. She worked as a floor nurse and later as a "top-notch surgical nurse," according to her daughter-in-law. Morris passed away in a farming accident in 1967 and June continued to work at Clearwater Valley Hospital for a few more years. She later took a job as a safety nurse at Dworshak Dam. After working at the dam for a few years, she worked at North Side Medical Center in Orofino for Dr. Robert Hill. In 1988, June married Wes Scoles and lived in Lewiston. They enjoyed square dancing at various venues. Wes passed away in 1991 after just three years of marriage. After Wes' death June enjoyed going to Quartsite, AZ, where she continued to square dance and even rode in a hot air balloon. She continued to live in Lewiston until her passing Sunday, April 11, 2010, at Guardian Angel Homes. Some organizations she belonged to were: 4-H leader, Beta Sigma Phi, Veterans of Foreign Wars, Eagles, Moose and the Pautler Senior Center. Her hobbies included quilting, stained glass, crocheting, square dancing and round dancing. June is survived by a brother, Dale George of Elk City; a sister, Lois Dumbald of Missoula, MT.; her children, David Adams and his wife Judy of Lewiston, Laura Heaton and her husband Michael of Clarkston, WA, and Susan Gorton and her husband Terry of Rathdrum; 7 grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren and 2 great-great-grandchildren. Graveside services are at 1 p.m. Friday at the Weisman Cemetery in Orofino. There will be a reception following the services at the LDS Ward Building on Fremont Ave. in the Riverside area of Orofino. In lieu of flowers the family suggests donations in her name to the Alzheimer's Organization for the Pautler Senior Center in Clarkston. Arrangements are with Vassar-Rawls Funeral Home of Lewiston. Photo: June George Adams Scoles Robert Charles Gransbury, 79, Orofino Robert Charles Gransbury, 79, Orofino, passed away Tuesday, April 13, 2010 at Clearwater Valley Hospital in Orofino. Cremation is to take place. No services are planned at this time. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel and Crematory is caring for arrangements. Katherine M. Kampa, 88, Lewiston  Katherine Mae Kampa of Lewiston passed away Monday evening April 5, 2010 from an age related illness at Clearwater Valley Hospital and Clinics in Orofino. Mrs. Kampa was born in Grand Rapids, MN on May 2, 1921 to Martin and Alice Halvorsen, the youngest of four daughters. She married Bernard Kampa in February of 1943, who was serving in the U. S. Army at Camp Hale, CO. She and Ben celebrated their 66th wedding anniversary shortly before his passing on March 31, 2009. Katherine, as she was known to her friends, was employed by the Bell Telephone Company throughout World War II and was a head operator working with personnel throughout the United States during the war-time period. Katherine, Ben, and their first three children left Minnesota and moved to Lewiston in 1951, where he was employed by the Lewiston Morning Tribune. There, she resumed her work with the telephone company. After her family grew to six children, she settled into life as a homemaker and loving mother. In the late 1960's, she established a home day care center, and over a period of 20 years, cared for hundreds of children in the Lewis Clark Valley. She retired in the late 1980's with her husband Ben. Katherine is survived by her six children: Paige MacDonald (Jack) of Great Falls, VA, Jane Cooke (Terry) of Oak Hill, VA, Joe Kampa (Kate) of Oak Hill, VA, Tim Kampa (Randi) of Great Falls, VA, Midge Vivian (George) of Idaho Falls, Casey Meza (Michael) of Orofino; 20 grandchildren; and 5 great grandchildren. Funeral services were held at St. Theresa's Catholic Church of Orofino on April 8th. In recognition of the care provided to Katherine over the past year by the Clearwater Valley Hospital and Clinics and the Clearwater Health and Rehab and their dedicated staff members, a memorial fund in honor of Katherine has been established. The family has asked that in lieu of flowers, contributions be made to the: Katherine Mae Kampa Memorial Fund, U.S. Bank, Orofino, Idaho 83544. Photo: Katherine Mae Kampa Penelope 'Penny' Ann Jared, 66, Weippe Penelope 'Penny' Ann Jared, 66, went to her heavenly home on Tuesday, March 30, 2010 after waging a strong battle with cancer for six months. She was a fun, loving and devoted wife, mother, grandmother and friend to all who knew her. Penny was born in Orofino on Oct. 16, 1943 to John Howard and Ellen Idaho Platt. She grew up in Pierce, graduating from Pierce High School in 1961. On Oct. 14, 1961, she and Thomas S. Jared wed and began their life's journey as one. Together they raised four sons in their Weippe home and took in numerous other children. Penny had a penchant for helping children and was a foster mother to many. She also opened her home to two very special foreign exchange students, Marleen Zee-Kerkvliet of Holland and Marietta Velikova of Russia, both of whom remained lifelong friends. Penny greatly enjoyed traveling and took the opportunity to visit both friends overseas which provided her with much joy. Penny was compassionate and tended to countless people in home health and care centers. She was most recently employed by State Hospital North in Orofino as a physician's aide, a position which she had for the past several years. Penny's greatest joys were her numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren. She reveled in camping, fishing and playing in the water with them on the North Fork Clearwater River, one of her favorite places to spend time. She was notorious for her pranks and antics and enjoyed a lifelong rivalry with her cousin, Orrin, vying to see who could pull the best prank. Her great sense of humor and mischief provide survivors with many wonderful memories. Penny is survived at the family home by husband, Tom; sons, Mitch (Julie), Dave (Amy), both of Pierce, Tommy (Barbi) of Weippe, Greg (Caroline) of Hermiston, OR, and honorary son, Kris Bonner (Robin) of Missoula, MT. Her mother, Ellen Platt of Weippe; sister, Nancy Finch, of Salt Lake City, UT; and brother, Scott Platt of Lewiston also survive. She counted among her blessings 24 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren that carry on her legacy. She was preceded in death by her father, John Platt and in-laws, Jack and Virginia Jared. Penny and Tom attended the Church of God in Orofino, and considered Pastor Lester Boone and wife, Delores, to be very special friends. Services will be held at Pine Hills Funeral Chapel in Orofino on Friday, April 2, at 11 with burial following at Weippe Cemetery and a dinner at the Weippe IOOF Hall sponsored by Weippe Rebekahs. Memorials in honor of Penny may be sent to either of the following programs: Timberline Basketball Programs c/o Timberline Schools, 22869 Highway 11, Weippe or Black Bear Youth Camp c/o First Protestant Church, P.O. Box 216, Pierce. Willa Lackey, 84, Orofino Willa Lackey, 84, Orofino, passed away at Clearwater Valley Hospital in Orofino Monday, March 29, 2010. Private family services will be held at a later date. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel and Crematory is caring for arrangements. James Earl Brewer, 61, Lewiston James Earl 'Jim' Brewer, 61, of Lewiston, passed away Friday, March 19, 2010, at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center in Lewiston. He was born May 11, 1948, in Dayton, KY, to William Vernon Brewer and Jessie Creech. 
He grew up in Dayton and attended school there. He moved west at age 18, when he joined the Job Corps. He and Darcy Cornelia were married in 1967 and later divorced. Jim and Diana Harrington were married June 18, 1992, in Lewiston. Jim turned his hobby of tying Bucktail Jigs into a side business. He also loved the outdoors; his passion was fishing and he enjoyed spending time with family and gardening. He was preceded in death by his parents and siblings. Surviving Jim are his wife, Diana Brewer of Lewiston; ex-wife, Darcy Brewer of Lewiston; his two sons, Eric and wife Christine Brewer of Clarkston, and Scott and wife Charlene Brewer of Orofino; one daughter, Sarah and husband Neil Story of Lewiston; six brothers and two sisters, all of Kentucky; stepdaughter, Carolyn Quenneville of Grace; and two stepsons, Vernie Perrigo of Berthod, CO, and Tom Perrigo of Kendrick. In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been set up in Jim's name at Potlatch No. 1 Federal Credit Union, to help with expenses. Vassar-Rawls Funeral Home, Lewiston, is caring for arrangements. Photo: James Earl 'Jim' Brewer Carmelita Kellar, 74, Orofino Carmelita Kellar, 74, Orofino, passed away at Tri-State Memorial Hospital in Clarkston, WA Saturday, March 27, 2010. As per her family's request, cremation will take place. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, April 3 at Pine Hills Funeral Chapel in Orofino. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel and Crematory is caring for arrangements. Leona Deldee Crouch, 81, Orofino Leona Deldee Crouch, 81, Orofino, passed away Saturday, March 27, 2010 at Guardian Angel Homes in Lewiston.As per family request, cremation will take place. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel is caring for arrangements. Sharon Kay Elliott, 66, Orofino Sharon Kay Elliott, 66, Orofino passed away at her residence in Orofino, Friday, March 25, 2010. As per family request, cremation will take place. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel and Crematory is caring for arrangements. Kenny Rea Coonce, 50, Orofino, passed away at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center in Lewiston, Monday, March 22, 2010. As per family request, cremation will take place. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel and Crematory is caring for arrangements. A. Beatrice Reed, 81, born in Southwick A. Beatrice (Bea) Reed passed away peacefully Wednesday, March 24, 2010. She was born July 30, 1928, in Southwick, to Nyda and Harry Smith. She graduated from Kendrick High School in 1946 and then moved to Lewiston.  Bea married Willard J. Reed Aug. 1, 1947, at Leland, and they celebrated their 62nd wedding anniversary in 2009. Bea and Willie settled in Clarkston, WA at the Reed family home, where they raised their five children. Bea was very active in the community. She did volunteer work for the Clarkston School District and the Asotin County Health Department. She was active in the PTA as well as at the church as a Sunday school teacher. Bea enjoyed working part time at Patrick's Craft Shop in Clarkston for many years, where she could express her creativity with crafts. Bea was passionate about gardening, reading, and cooking for her family and friends. Bea will be dearly missed by her husband, Willie; their five children, Tim Reed and his wife, Marlene, Sue Pittman, Doug Reed and his wife, Donna, Janice Reed, and Melissa Wortman and her husband, Tom; as well as her nine grandchildren and three great-grandchildren; brothers, Stanley Smith and wife, Eleanor, and Clinton Smith and wife, Ethel. Those who passed before her include her parents; sister, Shirley; brother, Waldo; and grandson, Jay Colson. Throughout her life, Bea's strength, compassion and positive attitude was an inspiration to many. She was a loving woman and was more than happy to care for others before herself. She shaped the lives of many children in addition to her own. Her spirit will live on in the hearts of those she touched. An open house will take place from 1 to 5 p.m. Sunday at the family home, 1376 Elm St., Clarkston. A celebration of her life will be conducted in July. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Interlink Volunteers of Clarkston. Photo: A. Beatrice Reed Judy Kilmer, 70, Pierce High School graduate  Judy Kilmer passed away Friday, March 19, 2010, at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center in Lewiston. She was born April 21, 1939, to Wallace and Joy Boll in Moscow. She attended grade school in Headquarters and graduated from Pierce High School in 1957. Judy married Larry Kilmer Nov. 19, 1960, in Clarkston, WA. They made their home in Lewiston, where her career was spent with Potlatch Corp. (now Clearwater Paper) until she retired from there in 2000. In her leisure time, she especially enjoyed traveling. Along with many other trips, she and Larry enjoyed at least 15 cruises, one to St. Petersburg, Russia, and the Scandinavian countries. Of the many trips she took, the one to China was the highlight. One of her greatest enjoyments in life was spending time with her four grandchildren. She never missed an opportunity to spend time with them, whether it was sports activities, school functions, vacations or just watching them at her home. They were a very important part of her life. She is survived by her husband, Larry; her two sons, Scott and wife, Mary, and Wally and wife, Connie; a sister, Gwen Peterson of Spokane, WA; and her four grandchildren, Austin, Krysta, Cooper and Hailee Kilmer. Her parents preceded her in death. She requested that a private family service be conducted. We will all miss her very much. Vassar-Rawls Funeral Chapel is in charge of arrangements. Mildred 'Midge' Morrison, 88, born in Southwick Mildred (Midge) Morrison of Lewiston passed away peacefully Wednesday, March 18, 2010, at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center in Lewiston, surrounded by her family. 
Born Mildred Emma Bateman on Dec. 4, 1921, to Grant and Jesse Bateman in Southwick, Midge married her sweetheart, James W. Morrison, May 13, 1939, in Clarkston. This past May the couple celebrated their 70th wedding anniversary. During World War II, the couple resided in Vanport, OR, where Midge made a perfect bead as a certified welder in the Willamette shipyards. Midge and Jim then owned and operated three Lewiston restaurants during the 1950s and '60s: The Corner Fountain, Chicken Broaster No. 1 and Chicken Broaster No. 2. In the late '60s, the couple moved to Syringa, where they opened Syringa Ceramics. Midge enjoyed cultivating lavish vegetable and flower gardens with Jim and was an active member in the Kooskia Rebekah Lodge. They resided in Syringa for nearly a decade before "retiring" and returning to the Lewiston-Clarkston Valley. Preceding her in death were her parents, Grant and Jesse Bateman; and her siblings, Francis Clem, Lester Bateman, Arthur Bateman, Donald Bateman and Walter Bateman. Midge loved to share stories of her youth - making mischief with her brothers or riding the mail wagon on adventures with her father. Surviving Midge are siblings Edna McBride of Clarkston and Gerald Bateman with wife, Ginger, of Lewiston. Midge is also survived by her husband, Jim Morrison, of Lewiston; her children, Shirley and Gordon Hall, Lynda and Jerry Mooers and Frank and Lori Morrison, all of Lewiston; her grandchildren and their families, Lynn-Marie and Steve Frucci of Connell, WA, and their son Josh Petrie of Klamath Falls, OR, Gordie and Jody Hall of Sitka, AK, Todd and Kendra Mooers and their son Brandon Mooers, all of Lewiston, Jenny and Lou Cantu with their children Dominic and Alexis of Eugene, OR, and grandson Jimmy Morrison of Clarkston. Midge's life will be celebrated with a family gathering at a later date. In lieu of flowers a donation to your local food bank would be appreciated. Beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and sister: Your arms remain wrapped around us as you are ever on our minds and in our hearts. "Love you forever and ever and ever." Photo: Mildred 'Midge' Morrison Carey Simpson, 92, Dworshak Dam worker  Carey Simpson passed on to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ during the early morning hours Friday, March 12, 2010, at the North Idaho Veterans Home in Lewiston. He was 92. Carey was born Dec. 9, 1917, to Tom Simpson and Julia Henry Simpson in Union Parish near Downsville, LA. He was the youngest and last surviving of 13 children. His passion was baseball and in recent years he was a faithful Mariners fan. He boasted "Big League" talent, playing the semi-pro circuit as a catcher until his marriage to Sallie Marie Campbell of Eudora, AR, Oct. 31, 1935. He joked that he had to look for a wife outside of Union Parish, to keep from marrying family. Carey entered the U.S. Army in May 1945 and served the remaining months of World War II in Sicily, Italy, separating from active duty in September 1946, and was honored to be counted among the many WWII veterans. A carpenter by trade, Carey moved his family to Page, AZ, in 1960, where he began a career working on hydroelectric projects. He followed these projects with his family, helping to build Glenn Canyon, John Day, Little Goose, Lower Granite and Dworshak dams. Carey left Lewiston upon completion of the Dworshak project and followed other heavy construction jobs until Marie's untimely death in 1975. Shortly thereafter, he returned to Lewiston where he rekindled a friendship with Emmy Louise Bowen Hundrup, who had lost her first husband Carl Hundrup in 1971. Carey and Emmy Lou were married in 1980 and maintained a caring relationship until Emmy Lou's death in 2004. During the final years of Emmy Lou's life, she was a resident of the Idaho State Veterans Home in Lewiston where, during his daily visits, Carey became a volunteer and helped with the canteen and social activities until he became a resident in March 2009. Carey's family is deeply and eternally grateful to the entire staff and management of the Idaho State Veterans Home for your loving care and devotion to him and your enrichment of the final years of his life. Second only to baseball, Carey was an avid outdoorsman who loved fishing, hunting, camping and especially gardening. He first moved to Lewiston in 1968 and although being born in the deep South, he considered Lewiston his home. Here he put down his roots, making many friends serving as a deacon in the Orchards Baptist Church, where he first met the Hundrups. He was also a founding member of the Tammany View Baptist Church, where he served as a pro-bono contractor in the building of the church facilities. Carey was deeply anchored in his faith, living both publicly and privately a Christian life. Carey is survived by four sons with Marie, Gene of Maricopa, AZ, Van of Phoenix, and Michael and Joe, both of Lewiston. He also had four stepsons with Emmy Lou, Dan Hundrup of Lewiston, Rick Hundrup of Healy, AK, Mike Hundrup of Clarkston, WA, and Dave Hundrup of Anchorage, AK. Between the two families, there are 24 grandchildren and 28 great-grandchildren. Vassar-Rawls Funeral Home in Lewiston cared for arrangements. Funeral services were held Saturday at Tammany View Baptist Church, followed by a graveside military tribute at Lewis-Clark Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, those who wish may make contributions to the Tammany View Baptist Church Missionary Fund or the Lewiston Idaho State Veterans Home. Photo: Carey Simpson Marsha Bergeson, 72  ST. GEORGE, UT - Our beloved mother, wife, grandmother, and friend, Marsha Kim Glover Bergeson, passed away on Tuesday, March 9, 2010 after a valiant fight with breast cancer at the age of 72. She was surrounded by her loving family who will miss her dearly. Marsha was born in Rexburg on May 25, 1937 to Arvid and LaJetta Glover. She married her sweetheart Shelton Jones Bergeson on June 9, 1954 in the Idaho Falls Temple; the two were inseparable from that day forward. Marsha and Shelton had eight children that were the light and the focus of their lives. Marsha was active in ward and stake organizations of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints all her life; Relief Society President, Ward Missionary, and also served a full time mission with her husband in the Spokane, WA mission as well as a local mission in St. George, Utah. Part of their mission was spent in Orofino. She touched each person that she came in contact with and was truly the epitome of unconditional love. Serving others was her true mission in life. Surviving are: her husband Shelton and eight children: Blaine Bergeson (Leslee), Larry Bergeson (Terry), Todd Bergeson, Brenda Milne, Chris Bergeson (Atsuko), Paul Bergeson (Chrissy), Bill Bergeson (Amy) and MaShel West (Clay). Also surviving are 30 grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren, Grandma Marsha always made them feel special. She was preceded in death by her parents, her sisters Yutonna Bean and Jackie Ferney as well as her grandparents. Funeral services were held Monday, March 15 in St. George. Internment was Tuesday, March 16 at the Groveland Cemetery in Blackfoot. Spilsbury Mortuary, 110 S. Bluff Street, St. George, is caring for arrangements. Friends and family are invited to offer their condolences at www.spilsburymortuary.com. Photo: Marsha Kim Glover Bergeson Louis 'Louie' Ward Stalnaker, 89, formerly of Orofino  Louis 'Louie' Ward Stalnaker, of Clarkston, WA died Saturday, March 6, 2010, at Life Care Center of Lewiston due to complications of Alzheimer's disease. He was 89. Louie was born June 22, 1920, in a farmhouse near Southwick, the fifth child of Lewis Elsworth and Myrtle Leanna Widvey Stalnaker. He was raised on a farm upriver from Ahsahka on the North Fork of the Clearwater River, just a few miles behind the present day Dworshak Dam. The homestead is now covered in some 500 feet of water. He attended school in Orofino and graduated from Orofino High School in 1938, after which he worked the farm with his dad. He also worked at Riverside Mill and began doing carpentry work. In 1942, "Uncle Sam" tapped him on the shoulder and he was off to serve our county during World War II in Northern Africa and Southern Europe. During his time overseas, his father passed away. Louie returned in 1945 to continue to run the farm and expanded it not only to raise cattle and hay, but also nearly 1,000 laying hens. He also continued his work as a carpenter in Orofino. On June 20, 1958, he wed Esther Lucille Shubert at St. Theresa's Catholic Church in Orofino. Their time to settle in together on the farm was short-lived as "Uncle Sam" had other plans for the land along the river; the government intended to build the tallest straight-axis dam in the world just downstream. The young family, which now included three very young children, scrambled to find a new home, build the necessary buildings to house the chicken operation, and move all of the livestock within a six-month period. The family settled on acreage on Lower Ford Creek Road. Within the next few years, the family was complete with the birth of two more children. Louie and Esther continued farming for many more years while they both took employment in Orofino. Louie was a talented cabinetmaker and concrete finisher, working for CV Concrete. After retirement and selling the farm, he and Esther moved to Moscow, where he built them another home. Louie was baptized in the Catholic faith in 1997 at St. Mary's Catholic Church. In 2005, as the effects of Alzheimer's became more challenging, they sold the Moscow home and relocated to Clarkston, where Esther could focus better on his care. After moving, he became a member of Holy Family Catholic Church. Louie is survived by his wife of Clarkston; daughters, Cathy and Bernie Judge of Pocatello, and Bobbi Konzek of Nampa; sons Norm and Debbie of Orofino, Ed of Aloha, OR, and Jim and Tami of Hillsboro, OR; 10 grandchildren, Heidi Judge Hough, Brian Judge, Shawn Judge, Tim Konzek, Mark Konzek, Kristin Konzek, Jordyn Stalnaker, Jarryt Stalnaker, Karena Stalnaker and Justine Stalnaker; four great-grandchildren, Kaitlyn Hough, Tyler Hough, Dallas Konzek and Addisyn Konzek; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; siblings, Lloyd Stalnaker, Verna Horton, Alma Stalnaker and Alice Chase; and a great-grandson, Hayden Hough. The rosary will be recited and a memorial Mass will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Saturday at Holy Family Catholic Church in Clarkston. Inurnment with military rites will be at the cemetery in Southwick at 3 p.m. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials to the Alzheimer's Association or a charity of choice. Photo: Louis Ward Stalnaker Russell Edward Heiskari, 80 Orofino Russell E. Heiskari passed away March 4, 2010 at Life Care Center of Lewiston,. He was 80 years old. Russell was born Feb. 27, 1930 to Waino & Mary (Beckman) Heiskari in Saint Louis County, MN. He married June D. Mehtala Aug. 25, 1951 in Boise. They lived in Kamiah until 1953 when they moved to their residence in Orofino. Russell enjoyed the outdoors by taking long drives, trap shooting with his family and friends and steelhead fishing. He also loved tinkering, whittling, adding to his prized junk collection, watch and sewing machine repair, mechanics and listening to polka music. By far his favorite hobby was spending time with his grandkids. Russell was a 50+ year member of the Masons and also an avid 50 + year member of the Shiners being a unit member of the Jackass Patrol. Russell was preceded in death by his wife, June, in 2003 and his parents. Russell in survived by his three daughters: Judi Snyder, Laurel Wynn and Mary Gord; a brother, Wayne Heiskari; a sister, Karen Knapik; grandchildren, Nsharra Key, Shawna Knight, Jodie Wyant, Deak Wynn, Justin Hollibaugh, Lacy Spencer and Jake Spencer. Russell also has 20 surviving great-grandchildren. A memorial service for Russell will be held Saturday, March 13, at Orofino's Veterans of Foreign Wars at 1 p.m. In Lieu of flowers donations can be made for funeral expenses to Potlatch Credit Union in Orofino. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel and Crematory is in caring for arrangements. Clifford (Cliff) D. Kleer, 81, Orofino  Clifford (Cliff) D. Kleer of Orofino passed away Tuesday March 2, 2010 at his family home in Deary doing what he loved. Cliff was born July 22, 1928 in his parents' home in Avon to William and Maud (Hawkins) Kleer. Cliff was a born woodsman. At the young age of 13; Cliff told everyone he was 16 and started working for the Potlatch Timber Protective Association (PTPA), in 1941. In 1945 at the age of 17 Cliff took the option to graduate early from Deary High School to enlist in the U.S. Marine Corps. After training at Camp Pendleton, Cliff served 13 months in the Asiatic Pacific Area as Tank Crewman, Equipment Operator, and Rifle Marksman. In 1947 Cliff was discharged at Treasure Island as Corporal and was a lifetime member of the Deary VFW Post 3330. After his tour in the service he returned to Deary and went back to work for the PTPA for one more year, following the 1948 flood before going to work for Carl Nelson. This was the start of a lifetime career of logging. During the off seasons of logging, Cliff used his G.I bill to take flight instruction from Charles (Frenny) Frensdorf at the Orofino Airport. Cliff owned two airplanes with which he flew fire patrol and mail, for both the Clearwater Timber Protective Association(CTPA) and PTPA for several years. In 1967 after working with and for various logging contractors, Cliff bought his first line machine, "Daisy" a LS98 Link Belt, and formed his own logging company. He logged for the Riverside Lumber Company, the Potlatch Corporation, the state of Idaho, and other private landowners up until he retired in 2005 at the spry age of 77. On March 23, 1970, Cliff married Darlene Forest/Larson and accepted John and Tom Larson as his sons. Cliff was a loving husband and father, who spent his summers with his family in the woods hunting, fishing, and working. Cliff helped develop the two boys' already healthy love of the woods, by taking both of them to work and teaching them the ways of the logging world. Both John and Tom worked for Cliff, and John purchased the line skidding side of Cliffs logging company in 1995. Along with being an avid hunter, gardener, and fisherman, Cliff was a 46 year member of the Grangeville Elks Lodge. Cliff also was a long time member of the Associated Logging Contractors and served on the board of directors; as well as a founding member of the Associated Loggers Exchange, and served as chairman of the board of governors for two years. Cliff cherished time with family especially the time he had with his grandchildren and great grandchildren, he often referred to this as his bonus. Cliff is survived by his wife of nearly 40 years Darlene, his oldest son, John Larson and wife Vickie. Grand children include grandson, Alan Larson and his wife Cody; granddaughters, Amy Larson and Mallory Martinez and her husband Jesus, and youngest grandson, Corey Kleer Larson. Great Grandchildren include Erika Larson along with Kala, Nathan, and Anthan Kleer Martinez all of Orofino. Cliff is also survived by his sisters, Nancy Swenson of Potlatch, Irma Lunsford of Deary; Dixie Graham of The Dalles, OR; and Nina Sandquist of Salam, OR along with six nieces and four nephews. Cliff was preceded in death by his parents William and Maud (Hawkins) Kleer; brother Hurbert Kleer; sister, Donna Kleer,;sister, Alma Prickett; brother, Kenneth Kleer; and son, Thomas A. Larson. Cremation has taken place. Cliff's family is planning a memorial service to be held on April 18th at 1 p.m. at the VFW Building. Photo: Clifford D. Kleer Dianna L. Rice, 66, Orofino Dianna L. Rice, 66, Orofino, passed away Wednesday, March 3, 2010, with her family by her side at her home in Orofino. She was born June 1, 1943, in Covington, KY to Laura Davenport and was the oldest of her five siblings. Dianna grew up in Sandpoint and later moved to Libby, MT. When she came back to Idaho, Dianna worked at the Jaype Mill in Pierce throughout the 1970s. In the spring of 1980, she and her beloved husband, Bill moved to Prince of Wales Island in Alaska. There she worked at the Fireweed Lodge in Klawock, AK. Bill and Diana later moved to Craig, AK, where she worked as a bartender at the Hill Bar as well as the Moose Club. In 1987, Dianna and her husband adopted their oldest daughter, Jessi, from South Korea. They later moved back to Idaho when they purchased their home on Huckleberry Butte. In 1990, the couple adopted their second daughter, Sirenna and completed their family. Dianna loved their log home in the country and worked there as a homemaker and loving mother while her husband worked as a helicopter logger in Alaska. She liked cooking, planting flowers, hummingbirds, reading and spending time with her two daughters. She was a very talented and enjoyed painting, quilting, sewing, crocheting and any other craft she could get her hands on. Dianna enjoyed giving her creations to friends and family as well as teaching others to make them. Dianna loved Alaska and visited her mother and stepfather, Paul there many times with her daughters. Dianna is survived by her husband, Bill; her oldest daughter, Jessi; her youngest daughter, Sirenna and boyfriend, Robert Falconer and grandson, Cameron Falconer; mother-in-law, Dixine Rice; sister, Janie Decker and brother-in-law, Allen Decker; sister, Linda Howard, and brother-in-law, Bob Howard; several nieces and nephews and their children; caregiver, Donna White; and dear friend, Jean Karlin. She was preceded in death by her beloved mother, Laura Davenport; stepfather, Paul Davenport; brothers, Tom Rickett and Rick Breeden; and sister, Cathy Breeden. Dianna was a loving wife and mother and will be greatly missed. A memorial service will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday at the Pine Hills Chapel in Orofino, with the Rev. Philip Bonner officiating. Arthur Paul Cowley, 77, former Clearwater National Forest worker Arthur Paul Cowley, U.S. forester, environmental educator and big tree expert, died Thursday, March 4, 2010, in San Juan Capistrano, CA, at the age of 77, surrounded by his immediate family. 
Art was born April 9, 1932, in Jefferson City, MO, to Arthur Bernard Cowley and Leonilla M. Tellman. In 1962, he married Maureen Louise Sullivan of Lewiston, the daughter of Irvin John Sullivan and Celeste Uhlenkott Sullivan. For 35 years, Art worked for the U.S. Forest Service, where he was a forest ranger and held management positions in public affairs and environmental education. He worked for the Nez Perce and Clearwater national forests in Idaho, the Francis Marion Forest in South Carolina, the Ouachita National Forest in Hot Springs, AR, and the Sequoia National Forest in Porterville, CA. He has been a resident of Porterville since 1979. Since 1995, Art was state coordinator for the American Forests' California Registry of Big Trees, for which he traveled throughout California at his own expense in search of arboreal giants and found 190 of the state's 318 biggest trees. In 1998, while attending mass at the historic Carmel Mission, Art identified what became a state champion, a blue gum eucalyptus, on Clint Eastwood's Mission Ranch property. Excerpt from article in American Forests magazine: "While Clint Eastwood has long recognized the tree's beauty, it was American Forests' California Big Tree Coordinator, Art Cowley, who first noticed its potential. Cowley spied the tree in 1998 while attending mass at the Mission (Carmel, Calif.) and used his always-close-at-hand yellow tape measure to check his guess." Art had been featured in numerous publications, including American Forests, The Sun, the New York Times, the St. Louis Globe, the Porterville Recorder and the Orange County Register. The "major landmark" of Art's career, he said in a December 2002 article for the Bakersfield Californian, was planning the Trail of 100 Giants for the Sequoia National Forest. This popular interpretive trail winds through old-growth giant sequoia trees, some of the biggest trees on Earth. Art conducted environmental education workshops and courses for 30 years for various colleges, including Fresno Pacific University, Fresno State University, Reedley College, Oklahoma State University and the University of Arkansas, teaching courses including Project Wild, Project Learning Tree, Giant Sequoia Management, and The Biggest Trees of California - a Cultural and Economic Resource. Art graduated from St. Peter's Catholic High School in Jefferson City. He received a bachelor of science degree in forestry from the University of Missouri and a master's in education from the University of Arkansas. Active in state and community affairs, Art was past chairman of the board for the Three-Forests Interpretive Association for Sequoia, Sierra and Stanislaus national forests; past board chairman of the Tule River Parkway Association; and was a naturalist with Tulare County's outdoor school (SCICON). In Hot Springs, he served as president of the Society of American Foresters; chairman for the Jaycees Parks Board Association; president for Saint Mary's Parish Council; and helped formulate TREE (Training Resources in Environmental Education). He received numerous awards, including the Arkansas Wildlife Federation Forest Conservationist of the Year award, Project Learning Tree Award and the Hot Springs Key Man award. Since 2005, Art was a patient in one of the nation's most promising clinical trials for Alzheimer's, Elan Pharmaceutical's AAB001 Clinical Trial, and dedicated four years helping further research for this disease. Our lovable, good-natured, inspirational "Big Tree Man" is no longer with us here on Earth, but Art will live forever in our hearts. In lieu of flowers, Art would have liked it if you could plant a tree in his memory, spend some time hiking in a national forest, and hug your family members and let them know how special they are. Art had asked that his epitaph read, "Now that I'm up high, I can see and find the biggest trees easier. I'll let you know where they are. May the world grow like a beautiful tree." Preceding him in death were his brothers, John and Jim Cowley, and his sisters, Janet Schwering and Roberta Selvidge. Surviving him are his brother, William Cowley of Dallas; his devoted wife, Maureen Sullivan Cowley; and their four children: Mary Takaoka and her husband Tsuyoshi of Yokohama, Japan, Camille Newton and her husband Ray of Bonsall, CA., Jane von Bothmer and her husband Bernard of San Francisco, and Arthur Ian Cowley of Porterville. Art and Maureen were blessed with seven grandchildren, Erika, Monika and Naomi Takaoka, Brandon Williams, Connor Newton, and Athena and Tatiana von Bothmer. The rosary will be recited at 9:30 a.m. Saturday at St. Stanislaus Catholic Church in Lewiston, the same church where Art married his sweetheart Maureen 48 years earlier, followed by a funeral Mass at 10 and burial at Normal Hill Cemetery in Lewiston. Photo: Arthur Paul Cowley Jean Helen Rhodes, 82, worked at Kelly Creek Jean Helen Rhodes was born March 6, 1927, at Genesee, to Lloyd A. and Margaret C. Read. She died Sunday, Feb. 28, 2010, at Royal Plaza Care Center in Lewiston. 
She graduated in 1945 from Lewiston High School, where she was a head majorette for several years. Jean met her future husband, Dusty Rhodes, at a USO Club while he was serving in the U.S. Navy. She went to nurse's training at Sacred Heart Hospital in Spokane for several years before marrying Dusty on May 18, 1946, in Lewiston. They lived in Spokane, WA until 1950 and then spent five years in Michigan before returning to Lewiston, where they built their home for their large family of eight children. Jean was a wonderful mother and a hard worker. She raised a huge garden every year and spent many days canning and freezing for her family. She was an excellent cook and baked every day while her children were at home. Her coffee cake was a favorite treat for her family. Jean was an excellent seamstress and sewed for her family and friends. She made many wedding and bridesmaid dresses. She enjoyed watching her sons and grandchildren play baseball and football and cheering them on. Jean loved the "Price Is Right," the daily word jumble in the paper, scratch tickets and rooting for the Seahawks and Mariners. She worked for 12 years for the U.S. Forest Service with her husband at the Kelly Creek Ranger Station on the North Fork of the Clearwater River. Jean is survived by daughters Linda and Sam May of Spokane, Donna and Tom Ruckman of Reubens, Barbara Hibler, and Denise and Jeff Patton, all of Lewiston; sons Paul D. Rhodes of Lewiston, Ken and Teri Rhodes of Pasco, WA, Kurt and LaDawna Rhodes and David and Sheila Rhodes, all of Lewiston; stepbrother Ralph and wife Laura Rosenberger; 20 grandchildren; and 26 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Dusty, in 2006, and a grandson, Sean Mooneyham. A graveside service will be at 10 a.m. Saturday at Lewis-Clark Memorial Gardens in Lewiston. The Rev. Mr. Fred Schmidt of All Saints Catholic Parish at Our Lady Of Lourdes will officiate. Vassar-Rawls Funeral Home of Lewiston is in charge of the arrangements. Photo: Jean Helen Rhodes Lester E. Chambers, 80, formerly of Lenore  Lester Chambers passed away at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center in Lewiston on Saturday, Feb. 27, 2010. He was born Jan. 7, 1930, at Lewiston to Guy and Odessa Chambers. He grew up and attended school in Reubens. He and Helen Beckner were married June 26, 1955, at Clarkston, WA. He was a farmer in Reubens before going to work at the Winchester and Spalding mills. He then went to work for the Channel Lumber Co. mill at Craigmont in 1972, where he retired in 1992. He and his family lived in Reubens before moving to Lenore. In 1993, they moved to Lewiston. He was a member of Blessed Hope Assembly of God Church. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and pinochle. He is survived by his wife, Helen Chambers; one sister, Betty and Jack Curry; two sons, Dale and Joanne Chambers, and Earl; one daughter, Reta and Mike Boehm; and three grandchildren, Charles Chambers, Lorianne Chambers and Kenny Boehm. A memorial service will be conducted at 1 p.m. Wednesday at Blessed Hope Assembly of God. Photo: Lester E. Chambers Lewis Pettengill, 77, Peck  Lewis Pettengill passed away at Clearwater Valley Hospital in Orofino on Friday, Feb. 19, after a brave battle with cancer. He was born Jan. 16, 1933 in Mountain Burg, AR to Charles and Nellie Pettengill. He graduated from Concrete High School in Concrete, WA in 1952. He then attended Arizona State University for a short time before entering the Air Force. He was honorably discharged in 1956. He then moved to California where he met his future wife in 1962. Three months later, they caught a bus to Las Vegas, NV and were married on Jan. 11, 1963. They then moved to Riddle, OR where he worked at Green Valley Lumber. In 1982, they moved to Rock Spring, WY where he worked for Pacific Power until his retirement in 1996. They then moved to Peck so he could pursue his love of hunting and fishing. When he was 72 years old, he decided to finish what he started 54 years earlier and that was to get his degree. He graduated from Lewis-Clark State College last May with a bachelor's degree in political science. He and his family couldn't have been more proud. Lewis had many varying interests. He had a love of photography that ended with countless albums and movie slides. He wanted to pass on his love and knowledge of outdoors which resulted in his being very active in Royal Rangers, Boy Scouts and Explorers throughout his life. He was a member of the Assembly of God Church in Orofino. He had a true love of what God built, the outdoors. He is survived by his loving wife, Norma; his son, Randy and daughter-in-law, Sarah; five grandsons; two granddaughters; four great grandchildren; brothers, Charles and Wesley and countless true friends. A visitation will be Wednesday, Feb. 24, from 3-5 p.m. at Pine Hills Funeral Chapel in Orofino. Funeral services will be held Thursday, Feb. 25, at 1 p.m. at the funeral chapel with burial to follow at Orofino Riverside Cemetery. Photo: Lewis Pettengill Lewis Edmund Pettengill, 77, Peck Lewis Edmund Pettengill, 77, Peck, passed away Friday, Feb. 19, 2010 at Clearwater Valley Hospital in Orofino. A visitation will be held at Pine Hills Funeral Chapel on Wednesday, Feb. 24 from 3-5 p.m. Funeral services will be Thursday, Feb. 25, at 1 p.m. at Pine Hills with burial to follow at Orofino Riverside Cemetery. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel and Crematory is caring for arrangements. Cora M. Hunter, 95, Orofino-'She loved to dance'  Cora M. Hunter passed away Thursday, Feb. 18, 2010 at Clearwater Valley Hospital. Cora M. (Babe) Hunter was born at Mt. Idaho, Dec. 27, 1914 to Dock & Mamie Smith Sapp. She was raised in and around Winona, attending school at Nezperce and Kamiah. After graduating high school at Kamiah, Babe went on to become a cosmetologist. She married Milo Dickson in 1940 and had two daughters. The marriage ended in divorce. In 1967, she and Lawrence Hunter were married. They never met a stranger and never missed a dance within 75 miles. She was a longtime member of the Rebekahs until her health kept her from attending. She is survived by her daughters, Gail (Bill) Williams and Donna (Gene) Mullikin, and a step-son, Cleve (Bert) Hunter all of Orofino. Surviving grandchildren are Kevin (Linda) Benham of Emmett; Shelly Irby of Lewiston; Kerry (Lisa) Benham of Elko, NV; Susan Perez of Lewiston; Carl (Jayne) Irby of Emmett; Sherrita (David) Hall of Moscow; Corie (Marcus) Samson of Orofino and Kristi Irby of Clarkston, WA. Four step-grandsons, Mark (Doreen) Hunter of Walla Walla, WA; Brad (Tammy) Hunter of Sandy, OR; Greg (Penny) Hunter of Colorado Springs, CO and Justin Mullikin of Lewiston, also survive her, along with 11 great-grandchildren, 4 great-great-grandchildren and 6 step-great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by Lawrence, her parents and a brother, Earl Sapp. A funeral service will be held at Pine Hills Funeral Chapel in Orofino, Tuesday, Feb. 23, at 10 a.m. Burial will follow at 3 p.m. at Mt Zion Cemetery near Winona. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel & Crematory is caring for arrangements. Photo: Cora M. Hunter Irene M. Bonner, 93, formerly of Fraser  Irene M. Bonner was born Feb. 1, 1917, at Crane Creek Reservoir, near Midvale to Charles and Rose Maarks Brown. She died Thursday, Feb. 18, 2010, at Lewiston Rehabilitation and Care Center in Lewiston. When she was a child, she rode two miles to school on a horse. And, at age 11, she moved with her parents and brother, Marvin, to the Fraser area near Weippe. She graduated from Weippe High School in 1936. Irene married John D. Bonner on June 4, 1941, at the Methodist Church that is now the Lewiston Civic Theatre. They farmed in Fraser and she was a devoted wife and mother to Glen and Velma. She raised a large garden, canning and freezing the produce for the long winters. After her children were grown, she took the produce to the senior center. She was involved in all of her kids' activities, including 4-H, as a leader, and school as a dance chaperone. She belonged to the Rebekah Lodge and was a member of the Civilian Air Corps. She was preceded in death by her husband, John, in 1991; her parents, Charley and Rose; and her brother, Marvin. She is survived by her son, Glen and wife Laverna of Pomeroy, WA; her daughter, Velma of Lewiston; grandsons Blaine and wife Marcy of Orofino and Wade of Pomeroy; and five great-grandchildren, Amanda, Andrea, Nathan, Rachel and Natalie, all of Orofino. A memorial service will be at 11 a.m. Monday at Mountain View Funeral Home in Lewiston, followed by a graveside service at Lewis-Clark Memorial Gardens in Lewiston. Photo: Irene M. Bonner David L. Tarola, 88, formerly of Orofino David passed away Sunday evening, Feb. 14, 2010 at the Royal Plaza Nursing Home. 
In 1921, David's parents Julius E. Tarola, from Italy, and Nina Grace Wylie sold their home in Elk City to buy land six miles northeast of Orofino. Julius built a sawmill and the house where David was born July 31, 1921. The doctor told David's older brother Gene that he had brought Gene a baby brother in his black bag. For years, Gene believed that was where babies came from. Julius developed several sawmills that provided plenty of work for the two boys. David attended high school with Gene in Orofino, both playing in the band. During summers and after high school, David manned a lookout for the Forest Service, worked in a mill near Pierce and played trumpet and trombone in Orofino's best dance band, known as "The Blake Brothers Band" David also developed into a fine vocalist. In his younger years, David was very athletic, playing football and engaging in competitive boxing. When World War II began, David left the University of Idaho to join the U.S. Navy. He attended boot camp at Camp Elliott near San Diego, then was sent to Guam for the remainder of the war. His parents turned to defense work - Nina as an aircraft welder and Julius fueling new planes for test flights. After the Navy, David became an Idaho State Police officer, stationed in Moscow and later Orofino. But the country was suffering budget cuts. Jobless, David and Gene pooled their savings to buy the Richfield Service and Gas Station at 13th and Main streets in Lewiston. Both licensed pilots, they soon purchased a 1947 Taylorcraft BC 12-D airplane. They enjoyed watching their much younger brother Robert in school become a very good athlete, playing football, basketball and particularly baseball. The brothers sold the service station in 1950 and Dave became a Lewiston city police officer, and later a Nez Perce County deputy sheriff. On Sept. 14, 1952, David married Phyllis Sturman. They had sons Michael and Douglas - losing Douglas at age nine to brain cancer. Michael followed David's "hi-fi/stereo kit-electronics" and flying interests, becoming an electronics engineer and commercial pilot. David began his career work at the Lewiston Airport on March 16, 1954, as a station agent - meaning he did everything, from fueling and de-icing the DC-3s, selling tickets and smashing baggage, to radio-managing emergencies. Phyllis, a registered nurse, worked at St. Joseph Hospital and St. John's Clinic, retiring in 1970. David retired from Republic Airlines in 1981. David and Phyllis had been married 56 years at the time of her death in 2008. In the family's active years, David owned several power boats that kept the family amused while he pursued his primary interest - fishing. David and Michael often went on lengthy back-woods fly-fishing adventures, took fly-tying classes together, and shared the stick when flying loops in Michael's aircraft. David and Phyllis were professional musicians, enjoying occasional "jam sessions" with their friends. In David's later years he enjoyed recording and cataloging big band music, woodworking and fly-rod building/repairing. David was a great outdoorsman. He loved the woods and streams of Idaho and incidentally was a very accomplished swimmer. David was a life member of the Nez Perce Eagles Lodge No. 631, the Kelly Creek Fly Casters Club, The Elks Lodge BPOE 896, and the Veterans of Foreign Wars. David is survived by brothers Eugene and Robert, son Michael, and Michael's adopted daughter Mary. His funeral service will be conducted at 2 p.m. Friday at Vassar-Rawls Funeral Home in Lewiston, with burial at Lewis-Clark Memorial Gardens. Please join David's friends gathering to visit at Vassar-Rawls from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday. Grateful thanks to our many helpful friends, particularly to sister-in-law Claudine Weiss, a saint among us. In lieu of flowers the family suggests that donations be made to the Lewis-Clark Animal Shelter, 6 Shelter Road, Lewiston, ID 83501, (208) 746-1623; or to the Salvation Army, 1835 G St., Lewiston, ID 83501, (208) 746-9653. Photo: David L. Tarola Charles James 'Red' McCollister, 92, formerly of Orofino Charles James McCollister, 92, known as Charlie "Red", passed away Saturday, Feb. 13, 2010, in Lewiston at Royal Plaza Care Center. Red was born in Gooding July 5, 1917 to Hiram Franklin McCollister and Martha Elizabeth Lincoln McCollister. The family soon moved to the Clearwater River area. 
After attending grade school in Lenore, Red graduated from the Peck High School in 1936. From 1936 through 1941, Red worked for the U.S. Forest Service, did highway construction, grain elevator construction, and some farming. In 1941, Red went to work in the woods for Potlatch. He began driving the dozers that were replacing horses to skid logs, and then became a cross-cut sawyer. Red rose through the ranks to saw boss, skidding boss, and camp foreman. He served as logging production superintendent at Headquarters at the time of his retirement in 1982. In 1943, Red met June Huffman, from Cleveland, OH, when she spent six weeks working as a flunky in the cookhouse at Camp 54. June and Red were married on May 10, 1944, in Lewiston, and have enjoyed sixty-five years of married life. From 1947 to 1950, Red took a break from the woods, and he and June lived on their ranch on Canyon Creek Road, north of Orofino, farming and raising cattle. They had three children, a son, Jim, and daughters, Patty and Sandra. In 1950, Red returned to work for Potlatch. This was also Red's first year on the Clearwater River log drive. He soon became the foreman of Camp T and the foreman of the log drive. The ninety mile log drive down the Clearwater from the river logging camps on the North Fork to the Lewiston Mill made news every spring. Red became the iconic lumberjack. In 1962, Red appeared as the foreman of the log drive on the television show "To Tell the Truth". Red and other members of the log drive crew were featured in Walt Disney's movie, "Charlie, the Lonesome Cougar" in 1967. Red also contributed to and appeared in "The Last of the Log Drives", a documentary. Red had a knack for telling stories with humorous understatements, a reputation as a person who was good to work for and an appreciation of history in the making. His friends teasingly called him "The Legend". During retirement, Red and June enjoyed traveling near and far. They often wintered in Yuma, AZ and were members of the Good Sam Club. Red and June also enjoyed trips to Mexico, Alaska, Canada and China, always learning new things about the cultures and economies. Red was a wonderful family man. He is survived by his wife, June, at home in Lewiston; his son, Jim McCollister of Orofino, his daughter, Patty Pabst and son-in-law Rob of Camas, WA, and his daughter, Sandra Goffinet and son-in-law John of Orofino. Red's grandchildren are Meridee Pabst and husband Dave Hajek of Washougal, WA, Alison Pabst of Seattle, WA, Matt Finlayson and wife Emika of Vancouver, WA, and Ross Finlayson, of Bellevue, WA. Red's three great-granddaughters are Lily and Jayla Finlayson and Lainey Hajek. Red is also survived by his sister, Bonnie Delaney of Spokane, WA and several nieces and nephews. Red was preceded in death by his parents, Frank and Mattie McCollister, and a sister, Elsie Onstott. Cremation has taken place with a private memorial service planned for the future. The family extends thanks to all of the old-timers who stopped by to visit Red and to the family, friends, neighbors, and caregivers who offered comfort and assistance. Photo: Red is wearing his 'safety hat' on the log drive. He painted a number on his hat for every day with no lost-time accidents. Elnora Victoria Hall, 90, formerly of Peck Elnora Victoria Hall, of Lewiston, passed away Saturday, Feb. 6, 2010, at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center in Lewiston, at the age of 90. 
Elnora was born to Alva R. and Esther E. Evans Hall, on Nov. 22, 1919, at Lewiston. She was a proud member of the Nez Perce Tribe and had lived at the Orchards Rehabilitation and Care Center in Lewiston for the past 10 years. She attended grade school at Spalding. While attending high school in Lapwai, she worked for area farmers. She graduated from Lapwai High School in 1942. After graduation, she was the area representative for the Grand Union Tea and Coffee Company, and was later transferred to Salt Lake City. Within six months, she was promoted to assistant manager. In 1946 she returned to Lewiston. She married Fred Townsend on June 3, 1946, at Moscow. They operated a farm near Peck until his ill health forced them to give up their farm. In 1949 she attended Lewiston Business College. From 1952 to 1955, they managed a hotel in Spokane. The marriage ended in divorce in 1955, and Elnora returned to Lewiston. At Lewiston, she worked for City Dye Works in the Service Master Division and then as a dry cleaning route driver. She was a route driver for Kay's Vogue Cleaners and a route driver for Lee's Cleaners. During 1965 and 1966, she worked on the Howard Ranch. From 1966 to 1989 she operated her own carpentry and painting business. Elnora is survived by her sisters, Rosamond Agatha Proper Szewczyk of Lewiston and Norma C. Hall Miller of Lapwai; and a brother, Alva Reynold Hall of Coeur d'Alene. She was preceded in death by her parents and sisters, Gloria Faith and Vera Hall Gibbs. At Elnora's request, there will not be a service. A private family burial will take place at Normal Hill Cemetery in Lewiston at a later date. Cremation has taken place, and memorial contributions can be made to the Orchards Care and Rehabilitation Center Activity Fund, 1014 Burrell Ave., Lewiston. Vassar-Rawls Funeral Home in Lewiston is in charge of the arrangements. Photo: Elnora Victoria Hall John Paul Baugh passed away on Feb. 3, 2010 due to complications following surgery. John was a loving and devoted husband, son, brother, uncle, father and grandfather and will be missed by all. 
John was born on July 14, 1944 at Orofino, to Paul and Lila Baugh. He is survived by his wife, Gloria Baugh at the family home; his mother, Lila; two sisters, Judy Coomer (husband Jack) of Boise and Lura Mullikin (husband Lyle) of Orofino; his children, Paul and Matt Baugh, Summer Mechling all of Deary and Blaine Graening of Post Falls. Grandchildren Ryan Baugh, of Lewiston and Sage, Montana and Jacob Mechling of Deary, also survive him. John was preceded in death by his father Paul, who died in a logging accident when John was a young boy. He was also preceded in death by his step-father Ted Zimhauer, who John loved and respected very much. He married Linda Weddle in Lewiston on April 23, 1966. That marriage later ended in divorce. He always had a special place in his heart for Dorothy Jones, who cared for Summer after the divorce. He spoke many times of the strength and love she gave to both Summer and himself. He met his current wife, Gloria, on September 30, 1989 when she asked him to dance. They have been inseparable sweethearts since they fell in love that night. They married in Orofino on Feb. 14, 1992. John proudly served his country with the Idaho National Guard beginning in 1964 doing weekend and summer drills with Company D of the 116th Combat Engineer Battalion in Orofino. John attended Basic Training in Fort Leonardwood, MO in 1965. He was a heavy equipment operator and served a tour of duty in Vietnam from Sept. 11, 1968 until his discharge Sept. 4, 1969. His rank was Specialist 5th Class. He spent time near the demilitarized zone in Vietnam and was awarded the Army Accommodation Medal. John loved 4-wheeling with his dog, Gracie May, spending time in the great outdoors, hunting, fishing, and exploring. He enjoyed working on projects in his shop for family and friends. Most of all he loved spending time with family and watching his grandchildren grow up. Funeral services are at 10 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 6, at Pine Hills Funeral Chapel. There will be a potluck dinner at the National Guard Armory on U.S. Highway 12 in Orofino following the funeral. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel and Crematory is caring for the arrangements. Photo: John Paul Baugh  Sally Jane Irby passed away Monday, Feb. 1, 2010, at Lewiston. She was born, Feb. 5, 1937, in Snohomish, WA, to Gordon and Alice Frost. Sally is survived by one brother in Idaho and two brothers in California; two daughters, Tammie Rovertson of Peck and Nancy Hartness of Athens, GA; one stepdaughter and three stepsons; along with several grandchildren and step-grandchildren. Sally enjoyed hunting, fishing, camping, and huckleberry picking and especially spending time with her husband Billie. A celebration of life memorial service will be at 11 a.m. Feb. 13 at the Peck Community Center. The Rev. Tristan Harvey will conduct the services. A covered dish potluck will follow immediately after the services. Memorial donations may be made to Orchards Rehabilitation and Care Center in Lewiston in her name. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel and Crematory of Orofino is caring for the arrangements. Photo: Sally J. Irby Roger Dale Morgan, 64, formerly of Orofino Roger Dale Morgan passed away Friday, Jan. 29, 2010 at 2:10 am at Banner Baywood Medical Center in Mesa, AZ after a brief illness. 
Roger was born Feb. 9, 1945 in Kendrick to Don and LenaBelle Morgan. After graduation from Orofino High School in 1963, Roger went to work for the Forest Service. When the National Guard was activated, he was deployed to Vietnam as a Combat Engineer with the 116th Battalion. After serving in Vietnam, he returned to Cavendish to farm with his wife, Karen (later divorced). In addition to farming, Roger was a truck owner/operator and also drove logging truck and belly dump truck locally in the Orofino area. Roger was employed by the Clearwater County Road Department as road grader operator from 1987 until he retired March 31, 2000. During his employment with the Road Department, he was also a volunteer Reserve Deputy for the Clearwater County Sheriff's Department and Search and Rescue Posse, where he met his wife Linda. After retiring from Clearwater County, Roger and Linda travelled the United States while Roger worked as an RV insurance agent for Camping World before taking up permanent residence in Apache Junction, AZ. Survivors include his wife, Linda; daughter, Becky and Kyle Johnston; son, Scott and Tona Morgan; son, John and Sara Cox,; son, Ernest and Denise Cox; six grandchildren, Ashley, Brenden, Caroline, Taylor, Donald, and Dallas; and one great-grandson, Logan. He is also survived by is mother, LenaBelle Morgan of Lewiston; sister, Jan and Ralph Colwell, Genesee; brother, Dave and Shirley Morgan of Lewiston ID; and four nephews, Steve and Brad Colwell and Ron and Mike Morgan. The celebration of Roger's life will be held at the Pueblo Manor clubhouse in Apache Junction, AZ on Thursday, Feb. 4 at 4 p.m. The clubhouse is located at 834 Meridian Rd. in Apache Junction. Photo: Roger Dale Morgan Sally Jane Irby, 72, Orofino Sally Jane Irby, 72, Orofino, passed away at Orchards Rehab and Care Center in Lewiston Monday, Feb. 1, 2010. A memorial service is pending. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel and Crematory is caring for arrangements. Billie Mae White, 76, Orofino 
Billie Mae White, 76, of Orofino passed away Thursday, Jan. 21, 2010, at Clearwater Valley Hospital. Billie was born July 25, 1933 in Orofino to Wayne & Dorothy (Stanton) Herres. She had an older sister, Jerre. She lived in Orofino until her Dad died in 1941. After his death her mother worked to support the family and Billie lived in various locations including Moscow; St. Maries; Coville, WA; Marcus, WA and Lewiston. In 1949, she met the love of her life, Bill White at Camp Y on the North Fork of the Clearwater. Bill was the only one from then on. Bill was drafted in 1952 while Billie was a senior at Lewiston High School. They eloped to Orofino on March 3, 1952. Bill shipped out to boot camp and Billie went back and lived with her Mom and stepdad, George Kolasa, in Lewiston while finishing high school. After graduation Billie joined Bill at Fort Ord, CA where he was stationed. They lived there until being transferred to Anchorage, AK. While stationed in Alaska, their first bundle of joy, Lolli, was born. When Bills' tour of duty was up, they moved back to the North Fork where their second bundle of joy, Rena, was born. They had many happy years of life on the North Fork. They then moved to Orofino and the final bundle of joy, Dot, rounded out their family of girls. They lived the rest of their married life in Orofino. Billie had the best husband in the world and they enjoyed square dancing, fishing, camping, jeep club adventures, and of course weekly, sometimes daily, trips to the casino. They always had a standing date for first day of steelhead fishing. Billie enjoyed bowling, playing cards with friends or alone, needlepoint and cooking. But she loved most being a wife and mother. She belonged to Eastern Star, Clearwater County Search and Rescue Auxiliary, Hit and Miss Club and Rebekahs. She collected Santa Clauses and delighted when her grandchildren and great grandchildren wound them all up at the same time. Billie is survived by her husband of 57 years, Bill White, of Orofino; three daughters Lolli of CA, Rena of Kamiah, and Dot of Orofino. She leaves behind seven grandchildren and seven great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her father, Wayne Herres; her mother, Dorothy Kolasa; her stepfather George Kolasa "Pappy"; her sister, Jerre South; and a great granddaughter, Madison Grace. Graveside services will be Tuesday Jan. 26, 2010 at 11 a.m. at Orofino Cemetery with a dinner to follow at the Orofino VFW. All family & friends are invited to join together to share happy memories and laughs. Donations may be made to Clearwater Valley Hospital Auxiliary in honor of all the wonderful nurses and aides who attended and loved Billie the last two years. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel and Crematory is caring for arrangements. Photo: Billie Mae White Carlene Janice Bernadine McKay, 74, Orofino Carlene Janice Bernadine McKay, our loving mother, grandmother, wife and friend, passed away Thursday, Jan. 14, 2010, at her home on Orofino Creek surrounded by her loving family. She was 74. On the day of her passing, a bald eagle was spotted by her niece soaring over the Clearwater River. This symbolized to us her gentle flight to heaven. Her deep devotion to Christ enabled her strength of spirit to be victorious to the end. She was born April 1, 1935, the daughter of Verner and Christle McKay at Myrtle. She grew up on the banks of the Clearwater River with one sister and three brothers. She moved away many times but always returned to her home. She met and married Robert W. Love and had three girls, Vicki Horton of Spokane, Andrea Wolverton of Orofino and Leanne Love of Lewiston. She was also blessed with nine grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. She met and married, in Christ, Glenn Richey on May 20, 2006. In the last years of her life she enjoyed traveling and helping Glenn provide dental services for the not-so-fortunate souls of this Earth. Mom was an exceptionally accomplished musician. She played at many church services, weddings and at all family gatherings. A family service was conducted and burial took place at the Wolverton home. We will all love and miss you Mom. Harold 'Hal' George Baker, 52, formerly of Orofino 
Harold 'Hal' George Baker, age 52, passed away Friday, Jan. 15, 2010, after a long illness. He was born in Anaconda, MT, on March 10, 1957, to Harold and Donna Baker. When he was three years old, his family moved to Libby, MT, where he attended school through the seventh grade. The family moved to Orofino, Dec. 28, 1970, and to Asotin, WA in 1971, where he went to high school. He was active in football, track and baseball. In 1974, he joined the U.S. Navy and was honorably discharged after three years. He was married and had a son. The marriage ended in divorce. He graduated from Lewis-Clark State College at Lewiston with an associate's degree in appliance repair. While employed as head of maintenance at the Highlander Senior Citizen Center, one of his greatest joys was helping the elderly. He was a dedicated outdoorsman who loved his fishing, hunting and spending time in the outdoors with all his adored animals. He also loved gardening. He is survived by Cindy Brackelsberg, longtime companion and friend; his mother Donna Baker; son Chad Baker; daughter Jessica; two sisters, Lyne Rugg and husband of Lewiston, and Katy Mitchell and husband of Suffolk, VA; and many nieces, nephews and other family members in Montana. Hal was preceded in death by his father Harold Baker, uncles and grandparents. Memorial services will be at 11 a.m. Thursday at Vassar-Rawls Funeral Home in Lewiston. Photo: Harold 'Hal" George Baker Joseph David McCann, 74  Joseph David McCann, 74, of Lewiston, passed away Thursday, Jan. 14, 2010, at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center in Lewiston, from complications of pneumonia resulting from an accident while working on a home project. If you knew Joe, he was always busy. He was born on June 19, 1935 in Wilton, WI, to Edward and Leona McCann. He spent many years and much time with his uncles, Bernard and Norbert Berendes. He graduated in 1953 from Wilton High School, and soon after moved to Lewiston. It did not take him long to find the love of his life. He married Nadine Riggers on July 11, 1959, at Our Lady of Lourdes Church. In his younger years, Joe worked for Skelton's Floor Covering, McCann's Mill in Weippe, Gleason Oil and McCann Land Company, where he farmed and managed cows, as well as managing his own cattle operation near Tammany. After moving back to Lewiston, he worked for S&H Contractors as a project manager/heavy-equipment operator. He later was employed at Excel Transport, where a work-related injury forced him into early retirement. Joe enjoyed spending time at the family cabin at Soldiers Meadow. He loved snowmobiling, fishing, hunting, never being wrong and sharing stories with friends or anyone who would listen. In his later years his favorite hobby was woodworking. He built and designed bird- houses and feeders that were sold nationwide on QVC. He loved spending time with his grandchildren, going to their games, running them to school and making them laugh. He was always busy working in the yard, and always had time to help a friend. He never knew a stranger and always had a joke and a smile to share. Joe is survived by his wife and best friend of 50 years, Nadine; his favorite son, Kurt McCann and Donna Mueller of Princeton and granddaughters Mandy Jo and Derrick Reynolds, Kayla and Tyler McCann-Furchtenicht and Kellie McCann, and three great-grandchildren; favorite daughter Karla McCann of Lewiston and granddaughters Tayler, Morgan and Maddy Jo Asplund; favorite daughter Kimberly McCann of Lewiston and grandchildren Clayton, Kendal and Cooper Hatfield. Also surviving are brothers Gene and wife Liz of Stanley, Iowa, Jay and Dona of Clarkston, Mike and Gloria of Fort Wayne, IN, and Dennis and Kim of Janesville, WI; sisters Margaret and Tom Polek of Lewiston and Sue Ann and Tom Buick of Grand Junction, CO; his favorite uncle, Norbert (Nubs) Berendes of Tomah, WI; his mother-in-law, Amanda Riggers of Lewiston; and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and countless friends. He was preceded in death by his parents and brothers Jack, Jerry and Jan. The rosary will be recited at 7 p.m. Tuesday at Vassar-Rawls Funeral Home in Lewiston. A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Following the service there will be a gathering of family and friends at the Lewiston VFW Hall. Donations can be made to the Willow Center for Grieving Children or the Shriner's Hospital. Photo: Joseph David McCann Carlene J. McKay, 74, Orofino Carlene Janice McKay, 74, Orofino, passed away Thursday, Jan. 14, 2010, at her home. Private family services were conducted. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel of Orofino is caring for arrangements. John Boyett McCluskey, Jr., 80, formerly of Orofino PENDLETON, OR - John Boyett McCluskey, 80, of Pendleton, OR, died Tuesday, Jan. 12, 2010, at his home. 
Memorial services will be held at 2 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 19, at Burns Mortuary Chapel in Pendleton. Burns Mortuary of Pendleton is in charge of arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to the Salvation Army in Pendleton. Comments about his life and accomplishments may be made by friends in his guest book at www.burnsmortuary.com. Mr. McCluskey was born May 10, 1929 in Tucson, AZ, to John and June McCluskey. He was educated in Tucson and received a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Arizona. He was a career employee of the U.S. Forest Service from 1951 to 199l and was an environmental coordinator at the time of his retirement. He worked on the Clearwater National Forest from 1951 through 1965 beginning as a road engineer and going on into range conservation. He worked in real estate for a number of years after retirement from the Forest Service. In 1956 he married Kathryn Coles of Jacksonville, FL, and they had four children. He was a member of Elks, Oregon Association of Realtors, and U.S. Forest Service Retirees Association. He was a Republican precinct committeeman and was an enthusiastic observer of the political scene and current events. Mr. McCluskey held a single engine private pilot's license and was a resident of Pendleton for 32 years. Mr. McCluskey is survived by his wife of 54 years, Kathryn McCluskey of Pendleton; sons, John B. McCluskey III of Montreal, Canada, and Kelly McCluskey of Seoul, Korea; daughters Mary Wehland of Pendleton, and Valerie Calley of Athena; and 11 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, sister, Alice McCluskey, and brother, James McCluskey. Private burial services will take place on his favorite mountain in Idaho at a later date. Photo: John Boyett McCluskey, Jr. Kenneth Walter Schwartz, 94, formerly of Orofino Kenneth Walter Schwartz, 94, formerly of Orofino, passed away Monday at Lewiston Rehabilitation and Care Center. Services are pending. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel and Crematory is caring for arrangements. Lois Mae Faris Brock, 103, Orofino Lois Mae Brock, 103, passed away peacefully on Jan. 6, 2010 at the Clearwater Valley Hospital in Orofino. 
Lois was born in Chilhowie, VA at her grandparent's home on October 11, 1906. Roanoke, VA became her home until she was five when the family (mother, father, and baby brother, Leo) traveled on the Northern Pacific railroad to make their fortune on a homestead near Brady, MT. After three years of futile efforts, they left Montana for Eastern Washington and to fast forward she grew up there, graduating from Meade High School in Spokane, WA and from Cheney Normal School with honors. In 1940 Lois moved to Orofino with her husband, Carroll, and daughter Betty. Her husband took over the Public Accounting business of Mr. Loomis which grew into Goffinet and Clack, CPA's after Carroll retired in the 1970's. Their son, Norman, was born in 1942 and she was a "stay-at-home mom" until he was 15 years old. After returning to school, she received a full teaching degree from the University of Idaho in 1963 and taught sixth grade at Orofino Elementary School for 20 years, retiring in 1974. Many volunteer organizations benefited from her service including, Camp Fire Girls, Business and Professional Women, R.S.V.P., Clearwater Valley Hospital Auxiliary, Chapters AW and CD P.E.O., Retired Teachers, Clearwater Memorial Public Library and the United Methodist Church. In 1988 Lois moved to Royal Plaza in Lewiston where she made her home until Brookside Landing was built in Orofino. On a very rainy May 1, 2001, she became the first resident at Brookside Landing where she enjoyed being with her many Orofino friends. Lois is survived by her daughter, Betty Burnham of Orofino; son and daughter-in-law, Norman and Joan Brock, of Davenport, WA.; grandson and wife, Corey and Debra Brock and their children, Derek, Braden & Katelyn of Spokane WA.; grandson and wife, Rob and Joanne Burnham, of Appleton, WI; granddaughter Denise Burnham Whetzel and her husband Regis of Mc Clellandtown, PA and her children Scott, Matthew and Elizabeth Hoadley. Arrangements have been made at Pine Hills Funeral Chapel, Orofino. At her request no service is planned. Memorials may be sent to the Orofino Peck United Methodist Church, P. O. Box 424, Orofino, ID 83544. Photo: Lois Mae Faris Brock  Esther Gladys Price, 90, Orofino Esther Gladys Price, 90, passed away on Thursday, Dec. 31, 2009, at the Clearwater Valley Hospital in Orofino, after a sudden bout with pneumonia. She was surrounded by family and friends. Esther was born on Jan. 26, 1919, at the family home in Kendrick to Oscar and Anna Bolon-Aiken. Esther went to school in Kendrick and always loved being an Idaho girl. From an early age she enjoyed the outdoors; especially gardening. In 1934 she met and married Richard Crooks in Moscow. He was killed in 1944 in the Marshall Islands and won a purple heart for his courageous efforts in WWII. They had one child together, Richard (Dick) Crooks. During WWII Esther worked for the Army Signal Depot in Sacramento, CA. She then returned to her beloved Idaho after the war and worked as a waitress and bartender in Orofino. After the death of her first husband she moved to Yakima, WA, and graduated from Washington Florist Design School. Esther loved flowers and worked in floral shops in the Yakima area until 1967. She found her way back to Orofino and worked at Oud's Hardware and Snyders Sporting Goods. After being widowed at an early age she later remarried Orval (Buck) Kassel in Orofino, Idaho, but that ended in divorce. In 1968 she married Clyde Price in Kamiah. They had many happy years together, until his death 1993. She enjoyed reading, crossword puzzles, camping, fishing with family and gardening. She organized the Orofino Sodbusters Gardening Club in 1953. She loved her small family and her friends. In 1972, Esther started work for the State Liquor Store in Orofino and managed it for 12 years until retiring in 1984. As all her family and friends know, Esther was very involved in politics, in both the local and state arenas. She was on the City Council for Orofino from 1981 until 1993. Esther was proud to be the Clearwater Democratic Party Chairman for several years in Orofino and she was awarded the State Chair's Award from the Idaho Democratic Party. Governor John Evans appointed her to the Idaho State JETPA Committee for one term and Governor Cecil Andrus appointed her to the same committee for an additional two terms. Esther served on the Executive Boards for CEDA and PIC. She worked hard on political campaigns for Governor Evans, Governor Andrus, Representative Richard Stallings, Representative Larry LaRocco and Attorney General Larry Echohawk, and Senator Frank Church. She served as treasurer on the political campaigns for Clearwater County Sheriff Nick Albers, her dearest and closest friend. The entire Albers family remained friends with Esther to her dying day. She loved them as her own family and often referred to the Albers children as her grandchildren. After the sudden and untimely death of her only son, Dick, Esther sold her home in Riverside and moved to Brookside Landing in 2001. Esther, or Nana as her immediate family called her, was the pillar of strength of the family; often providing advise and wisdom to family, as only time and life experiences can provide. Esther is survived by her grandchildren Bradley N. and Sandra M. Crooks of Moscow; Richard K. Crooks of Moscow; great-grandchildren Kimberly Mearse of Bend, OR, Nathan B. Crooks of Lewiston, Simonne M. Crooks of Moscow, and Kassandra Crooks of Moscow.. She is also survived by her great-great-grandchildren Octavia and Anikyn Crooks of Lewiston; Corbin Crooks of Mitchell, SD and Avery Mearse-Spikerman of Bend, OR. She is also survived by her nephew, Scott Crocker of Roseburg, OR. She is preceded in death by her parents, Oscar and Anna Bolon-Aiken; siblings Leora Andrews, Inez Howington, and Jim Aiken; her son Richard (Dick) Crooks; and husbands Richard Crooks, Orval (Buck) Kassel, and Clyde Price. She made a difference to her family, friends and community. All who knew her will miss her vivacious personality and strong character. Esther, Nana, your spirit will be with us always. There will be a celebration of her life at Brookside Landing on Sunday, Jan. 10, from 2-4 p.m. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel and Crematory is in care of arrangements. Photo: Esther Gladys Price Shirley Jean Carr Teed, 72, formerly of Weippe Shirley Jean Carr Teed was born Dec. 24, 1937, in Lewiston, to Jessie White Carr and Irad Carr. She died Dec. 31, 2009. 
Shirley attended elementary school at Cottonwood and graduated from Weippe High School in 1956. Shirley married Milo Teed on Jan. 24, 1959, in Weippe. They moved to New Meadows in 1969, and then to Caldwell in 1970. Shirley and Milo had three children: Kenneth, Karla and Larry Teed. Shirley was a member of 4-H and FFA while in school. During that time she was also crowned princess of the Lewiston Roundup in 1957. While living in Caldwell, she attended and graduated from a medical transcription program. After graduating, she went on to work at the Caldwell Memorial Hospital. She and Milo were both lifetime members of the Elks Club. After their children's graduation, she and Milo made their home in Alaska, first in Fairbanks and then Anchorage. They returned to Idaho in 2005 and were making their home in Lewiston. Shirley was preceded in death by her mother Jessie and father Irad Carr; two brothers, Bobby and Dale Carr; along with her son, Larry Teed. She is survived by her husband, Milo Teed; children Kenneth Teed and Karla Moore; sister Ruth Carr Space; six grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. Shirley will be cremated at Vassar-Rawls Funeral Home in Lewiston. Viewing will be at 10 a.m. Monday at the funeral home. Anyone who would like to attend is welcome. Graveside services will be held at Weippe Cemetery in the spring. The family will announce the date and time. Photo: Shirley Jean Carr Teed Thelma May Colwell, 96, formerly of Clearwater County Our mother, Thelma May Colwell, passed away Monday, Dec. 28, 2009, of causes related to age.  Burial will be at Southwick Cemetery, with a memorial service in the spring. Thelma May Cantril was born Nov. 3, 1913, at Pomeroy, WA to Frank L. and Ida Wilson Cantril. While growing up, Mom lived with various relatives in Washington, Idaho and Montana, and spent part of her youth at the Lewiston Children's Home. In a simple ceremony, Mom married Wilbur D. Colwell on May 31, 1931, at Pomeroy. They owned a service station in Pomeroy until they moved to the greater Seattle area. During World War II, Mom worked for Boeing as an expediter on the inboard wing of the Boeing B-17. After the war, they moved to Inglewood, CA, where Wilbur worked for the Northrup Corp. The family was privileged to watch the short historical flight of the Spruce Goose. Mother became a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in 1947 and, in 1948, they moved to Southwick, where they were partners in a shake mill, which they later moved to the North Fork of the Clearwater River. A few years later, they moved to Kendrick, where Mom worked at the restaurant and the drug store. In 1951, they moved to Joseph, OR, to operate Walter Brennan's theater. In 1956, they made their final move to Lewiston, where they built a home. Mom worked as a bookkeeper for Payless Drug Store until retiring in 1975. Wilbur passed away in 1992 and, in 1998, Mom moved to the Royal Plaza Retirement Center. For a few years, she enjoyed taking care of the library and the flowers outside of her apartment. Mom was especially interested in all activities of her family. She also enjoyed reading, gardening and genealogy. Mom was preceded in death by her husband, Wilbur; her parents; and her brothers, Frank Cantril and Donald Cantril. She is survived by daughter Betty and son-in-law Jack Mustoe of Lewiston; daughter Barbara and son-in-law Orville Halseth of Kendrick; granddaughter Julie Halseth and Gary Donnelly of Casper, WY; grandson Mark Mustoe of Spokane, WA; granddaughter Chris Halseth and Jim Mattoon of Lake Stevens, WA; 10 great-grandchildren; and three great-great-grandchildren. Mother was devoted to her family with an abundance of kindness in her heart. She will be remembered by her family as a strong, resilient woman due to the adversities she overcame as a girl. Mother, Granny and Great-Granny - we will miss you and your strength of character. In lieu of flowers, donations may be given to an organization of your choice. Photo: Thelma May Colwell Ramona 'Peggy' Ethel Phillips, 88, formerly of Orofino Ramona 'Peggy' Ethel Phillips passed away Dec. 23, 2009 at Clearwater Valley Hospital at age 88.  Peggy was born June 29, 1921 in St. Maries to Kalfra and Myrtle Wolfe. She was the youngest of four children. Peggy married Howard Phillips Nov. 25, 1938. They lived in Emida for a time and then moved to Kellogg. They moved to Orofino in 1943 and then on to Pierce in 1944 and finally back to Orofino where they lived until 1995. While Howard worked as a logger, Peggy stayed home and raised their five children. Peggy loved to read, go metal detecting and play bingo. In the 70s, she helped her husband and daughter, Nancy, operate a ceramic shop and then later a rock shop in Orofino. Peggy and Howard moved to Lewiston in 1995. She lost her husband of 67 years in October of 2006. Peggy is survived by her children: daughters, Lorraine and Lyle Kidder, Orofino; Nancy and Larry Wunderlich, Lewiston; Barbie and Mark Deyo, Orofino; sons, Bill Phillips, Orofino and Rene and Karen Phillips, Boise. She is survived by 15 grandchildren, 20 great-grandchildren and 6 great-great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her father and mother, Kalfra and Myrtle Wolfe; brothers, Stanley and Bill Wolfe and sister, Javerina Bergman. Cremation has taken place and a family gathering will be held at a later date. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel and Crematory is caring for arrangements. Photo: Ramona 'Peggy' Ethel Phillips Othella Jean Hamrin, 86, formerly of Pierce 
Othella Jean Hamrin, 86, of Lewiston, passed away Friday, Dec. 18, 2009, at Life Care Center in Lewiston. She was born Feb. 24, 1923, at Grangeville, one of six children born to Sanford and Sarah Larson. She had three brothers and two sisters. She attended school in Pierce and graduated from high school there. Othella and Nels G. Hamrin were married Sept. 26, 1942, at Pierce. She and her husband moved to Kirkland, WA, so that Nels could work in the shipyards from 1942 through 1946. They then spent a short time in Clarkston, WA before moving to Bovill where Nels was a sawyer from 1948 until 1950. Then the family returned to Clarkston in 1950 where they remained. The couple had two sons. Surviving Othella are her son, Larry Nels Hamrin; granddaughter, Jeannie Loree Hamrin; and sister, Norma Fauver, all of Clarkston. She was preceded in death by her husband, Nels Gunnar Hamrin; her parents, Sanford and Sarah Larson; sister, Delisle McCollum; three brothers, Orville Larson, Len Larson and Lavar Larson; and son, Lyle Gene Hamrin. No public services will be conducted. Merchant Funeral Home of Clarkston is handling arrangements. Photo: Othella Jean Hamrin David Duane Cady, 60, Orofino David Duane Cady, 60, Orofino, passed away at his residence Sunday, Dec. 13, 2009. A public visitation will be held Thursday, Dec. 17 at Pine Hills Funeral Chapel from 1-4 p.m. A graveside service will be held Friday, Dec. 18, at 12 p.m. at Cook Cemetery, Orofino. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Food Baskets c/o Harold Kinne, Post 3296, VFW, P.O. Box 1270, Orofino, ID 83544-1270. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel and Crematory is caring for arrangements. Michael Stanley Cornell, 73, Orofino Michael Stanley Cornell, 73, Orofino, passed away at Clearwater Valley Hospital in Orofino Tuesday, Dec. 15, 2009. Arrangements are pending with Pine Hills Funeral Chapel and Crematory. Vernon C. Holloway, 77, Orofino Vernon C. Holloway, 77, Orofino passed away Thursday, Dec. 10, 2009 at Clearwater Valley Hospital in Orofino. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel and Crematory are caring for arrangements.  Garold E. Walker, 83, passed away Nov. 26, 2009 from complications of congestive heart failure. Garold was born Sept. 27, 1926, to Daniel E. and Nellie J. Walker at Hopeton, OK. They moved to Harrison, AR in 1936 along with his three year old brother, Eldon. Three more siblings joined the family, Bonnie, Donnita and Robert. Garold, known to family and friends as JR, spent most of his early years helping with the family dairy farm in Harrison where he attended school. The winter of Jan. 11, 1945, he enlisted in the United States Army serving his country until Nov. 17, 1946. After the war, he started working on Bull Shoals Dam as a bell boy, and this was the start of a 55 year long career as an iron worker. He met his future wife, Margaret A. McMillin, in Harrison where she worked at the local hospital as a registered nurse. After the completion of Bull Shoals, he was on his way to Clark Fork to start work on Cabinet Gorge Dam. Margaret was hired by Morrison Knudsen Corp. as the first aid nurse for Cabinet Gorge Dam. Garold and Margaret married Oct. 11, 1952 at Thompson Falls, MT. 
The next 13 years were spent traveling to new towns, states and countries to work on different dams. They moved to Orofino in August of 1967 to work on Dworshak Dam until its completion in 1972. Orofino remained his home until his passing. He enjoyed reminiscing about "the jobs", and attending Iron Worker reunions. His greatest joys were hunting, fishing, golfing, gardening and taking care of his place. Many families and neighbors enjoyed the bounties from his vegetable garden and fruit trees. Survivors include his wife, Margaret; daughter, Sue, and her husband, Chris Anderson; and grandchildren Max and Kelsey Anderson. His parents preceded him in death. Cremation has taken place. Services will be at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Clearwater Valley Hospital and Clinic or to the charity of your choice. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel and Crematory is caring for arrangements. Photos: Garold E. Walker Eva Mae (Torgerson) Una, 86, former county resident  Eva Mae (Torgerson) Una, 86, of Coeur d' Alene died Dec. 3, 2009 at Coeur d' Alene Homes. She was born September 28, 1923 in Park, Idaho, the daughter of pioneer family George Torgerson and Julia Nolan Torgerson. The family moved to Elk River in 1925, where she was valedictorian of the Elk River High School class of 1942. She attended the University of Idaho and graduated from the Sacred Heart School of Nursing, Spokane, WA in 1946. In 1945, she married Art Una of Orofino. They started their family in Orofino, and later moved to Eugene, OR where their children finished their education. They subsequently lived in Astoria, Lewiston and Denver before retiring in 1983 in Coeur d'Alene. Eva Mae's career in nursing was widespread: working in large hospitals, teaching at Lane Community College, Eugen), managing the Tongue Point, Astoria, Job Corps Infirmary and, her favorite, working in various small town hospitals. Her kitchen was a triage and first aid office wherever she lived. Eva Mae was very personable, having many friends of all ages. In Coeur d'Alene, she was active in PEO and Habitat for Humanity with special friends Doris Frensdorf and Joyce Lovey. She maintained friendships with her nursing school companions Shirley Fitzgerald, Peggy Irving, Tony Tucker and "Scarp" Ferrara throughout her life and took yearly trips to the coast with these friends. They fondly nicknamed her "Torg". Eva Mae was predeceased by her husband Art Una in 1984, brother Marvin Torgerson in 2001 and mother-in-law Mary Kiiskila in 1995. She is survived by her children: Steve and Monica Una of Danville, CA, Judy and Mike Carlson of Coeur d' Alene, and Ole and Susan Una of Palmer, WA. She is survived by her grandchildren: Nicole Una of San Francisco, CA; Erik Una, of Danville, CA; Erin Carlson Austin (Joey) of Ballard, WA; Erica Carlson of Denver, CO; Ben Carlson (Kim) of Issaquah, WA; and Toby and Rosie Una of Palmer, WA; and brothers Jim (Lucile) Torgerson of The Dalles, OR and Delbert Torgerson, of Cottonwood. A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 12, at English Funeral Chapel in Coeur d'Alene. Remembrances may be made in Eva Mae's memory to Coeur d 'Alene Homes, 624 W. Harrison, Coeur d'Alene, ID 83814. Photo: Eva Mae (Torgerson) Una Thomas Orman Clark, Jr., 76, Orofino Thomas Orman Clark, Jr., 76, Orofino passed away Wednesday, Nov. 25, 2009 at Clearwater Health and Rehabilitation in Orofino. A gathering of friends and family will celebrate Thomas Clark's life Saturday, Dec. 5, at 2 p.m. at the Orofino Community Center (under Pizza Factory, 307 Michigan Ave.). Pine Hills Funeral Chapel and Crematory is caring for arrangements. William 'Billy' Olson, 80, Weippe native  William 'Billy' Olson, 80, went to be with Jesus Friday, Nov. 27, 2009. He passed away from complications from a stroke. He was born to William and Allie Olson Feb. 8, 1929. He grew up in Weippe and lived there all his life. Billy was in the Air Force during the Korean War. He was part of the Berlin Air Lift. When he was discharged from the service, he worked in the woods and at area mills. Billy wed the love of his life, Jolean Conway, on Oct. 12, 1952. They had 57 wonderful years of marriage. Together they had two daughters, Karen and Kathy. In 1986, they added their son-in-law, Scott Lefferts, to the family. In 1974, Billy gained John and Sue Wyatt as his family. Then along came the "Grandkids", Nikki, Kacey and Mindy. Along with the Wyatts, Bonnie Jensen joined the family. They have all been such a blessing. Billy enjoyed being with his family, going to church, fishing, hunting, getting wood and reading. His parents, William and Allie Olson preceded him in death. Survivors include, his wife Jolean; daughters, Karen, Kathy and Scott Lefferts; john and Sue Wyatt, Nikki and Chad Towslee, Kacey, Chris and Olivia Cagle, Mindy and Fred Michaelscheck and Bonnie Jensen. A new little great-grand baby will be born in February 2010. A Memorial Service will be Saturday, Dec. 5, at 1 p.m. at the Weippe Wesleyan Church, Weippe. Following the service will be a reception with refreshments in the fellowship hall of the Wesleyan Church. There will be a private family burial at a later date. In lieu of flowers memorials for William Olson can be made to the Weippe Wesleyan Church or to the charity of your choice. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel and Crematory is caring for arrangements. We would like to thank all that have been praying for the family, supporting us during this time. We would also like to thank Clearwater Health and Rehab staff for all their care, Clearwater Valley Hospital and Dr. Jenkins. Photo: William 'Billy' Olson Otis 'Russ' L. Davis, 80, Dworshak construction worker Otis L. 'Russ' Davis, Clarkston, WA, passed away Thursday, Nov. 26, 2009, at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center in Lewiston, at the age of 80. 
He began his life on Dec. 19, 1928, in Eden born to Kenneth and Maye Davis. He was one of six children born to the Davises. The Davis family later moved to Vancouver, WA where Kenneth and Maye worked in the shipyards during World War II. The family later returned to Eden, where Russ graduated from high school in 1948. Russ went to work for the Bureau of Reclamation in 1948 and was then drafted for the Army in 1952 and served until 1954. During his service, he was aboard ship during the Korean War. Upon receiving an honorable discharge from the Army, he married Betty J. Bollinger on Aug. 26, 1955, in Elko, NV. Once married, Russ returned to the Bureau of Reclamation in 1956, this time in Colorado, where they started their family together. The Davis family then went on to California, where Russ continued to work for the Bureau of Reclamation. In 1967, Russ and the rest of the Davis family went to Idaho, where he worked on the Dworshak Dam project. Upon completion of the Dworshak Dam, the Davis family moved to the Lewiston-Clarkston Valley, where Russ worked on completion of the Lower Granite Dam. In 1981, Russ and Betty moved to Saudi Arabia, working for the Corps of Engineers, returning to Clarkston in 1985. Russ then retired from the Corps of Engineers in 1987. After his retirement, he and Betty both volunteered at Tri-State Memorial Hospital as Blue Angels. Russ enjoyed fishing, camping and visiting his children. He was a life member and past master of the Clarkston Masonic Lodge No. 143, and a member of the Order of Eastern Star Vineland Chapter 84. Russ is survived by his wife of 54 years, Betty; his four children and their spouses, Jock Davis and Glenda of West Richland, WA, Tammie Lester and Larry of Fallon, NV., Shawn Davis and Rena of Lewiston, and Roxanne Spendlove and John of Camp Verde, AZ. Russ leaves nine grandchildren, Kyle, Adam, Sara, Amy, Lacey, Jason, Jesse, Katie and Dillon; as well as 11 great-grandchildren. Russ was preceded in death by his parents, Kenneth and Maye Davis, three brothers and two sisters. He was an outstanding husband, wonderful father, superior grandfather and an all-around good man. Russ will be deeply missed by everyone whose lives he touched. A memorial service will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the United Methodist Church, located at 1242 Highland Ave. in Clarkston. The family asks that in lieu of flowers, you make a donation in Russ's name to the Tri-State Memorial Hospital Foundation. Photo: Otis 'Russ' L. Davis Clayton O. Lyda, 76, formerly of Orofino  Clayton O. Lyda, 76, formerly of Orofino, passed away Friday, Nov. 13, 2009 at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center in Lewiston. He was born at the family home on upper Canada Hill in Orofino on Feb. 15, 1933 to Priscilla Dunton Lyda and Perry Lyda. He attended Banner School in his early youth and graduated from Orofino High School in 1951. He worked as a telegrapher for the Camas Prairie Railroad and later sold real estate in Lewiston. He is survived by two brothers, Perk Lyda and Jesse Lyda, both of Orofino, and a sister, Betty Johnson or Thorp, WA. He was preceded in death by his mother and father, one sister, Loree Huitt, and one brother, Sam Lyda. At his request, cremation has taken place and no services are planned. Inurnment will be at Weseman Cemetery where his parents are buried. Photo: Clayton O. Lyda at a Banner School reunion. (Photo courtesy of Perk Lyda) Glenna Joan (Smolinski) Johnston, 73, Orofino  Glenna Johnston of Orofino passed away with her family by her side on Nov. 18, 2009 at St. Joseph's Hospital in Lewiston. Glenna was born March 13, 1936 to Alfred and Beatrice (Baker) Smolinski in the Fraser area near Weippe. She was the wife for 55 years of Philip Johnston and the mother of two sons, Gary and Donald. Glenna's early years were spent on the family farm located at the top of the Greer Grade. She attended her first three years of school at the Fraser school followed by 4 1/2 years at the Cottonwood school until it burned. She then completed the 8th grade in Weippe where she also attended Weippe High School through the 10th grade. While attending Weippe High School, Glenna enjoyed being a Majorette and a Cheerleader. In 1952, the family moved to Orofino where Glenna graduated from the 12th grade in 1954. While attending Orofino High School, Glenna met Philip Johnston, and they wed on Sept. 25, 1954. Glenna's attention to detail and proficiency with math served her well during her working career. She began part-time employment as a bookkeeper with the White Pine Lumber Company during her senior year in high school. After starting a family, Glenna went back to work full time in 1959 for White Pine until Potlatch Forests Inc (PFI) closed all White Pine operations in 1962 after purchasing them on January 1, 1961. Glenna then worked part time at the Clearwater County Courthouse as needed but particularly during tax collection and the annual issuance of vehicle license plates. After the family closed Johnson's Mill in 1972 and started Valley Recreation, she assumed bookkeeping responsibilities for the family business. In 1978, she became Chief Deputy Treasurer for Clearwater Country until leaving the job in 1987 to pursue more relaxing endeavors. Glenna found many endeavors with which to relax. Summer camping trips with family were a favorite which in later years involved the participation in black powder muzzleloader shoots. Her eagle eye accuracy gave many men a run for their money. She was a past member of the Lolo Trail Muzzleloaders and is a current member of the Hog Heaven Muzzleloaders. In the 1970's, she enjoyed group snowmobile trips and was a founding member of the Orofino Ridge Runners Snowmobile Club. Glenna spent several years assembling the family genealogy which included many trips around the country looking through dusty courthouse and news office records. In her later years, Glenna enjoyed riding 4-wheelers, and seeing much of the local country not otherwise seen from the local highway. Glenna is survived by her husband Philip of Orofino and her two sons: Gary of Kent, WA and Donald and his wife Lucy of Denton, TX. A funeral service for Glenna will be held on Monday, Nov. 23, at 10 a.m. at Pine Hills Funeral Chapel in Orofino. Burial is to follow services at Lewis & Clark Memorial Gardens in Lewiston. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel and Crematory is in care of arrangements. Photo: Glenna Joan (Smolinski) Johnston Mary Ann Adams, 72, Peck native  Mary Ann Adams, 72, passed away Nov. 11, 2009 after a courageous battle with cancer. Mary was born Dec. 16, 1936 in Peck. She attended Peck Elementary and Orofino High School. She married Charles Adams in 1955 in Lewiston. They made their home in Spokane, WA. Mary worked in the travel industry for a number of years and traveled extensively during that time. She was known for her outgoing personality and her sharp wit. 
Mary is survived by her husband of 54 years, Charles Adams; children Kayla Johnson (Cliff) of Spokane; David Adams (Ani) of Las Vegas, NV and Ginny Moran (Brian) of Spokane; six grandchildren, Ryan, Andy, Will, Brianna, Ben and Sam. She is also survived by Bill Deyo, Punch and Jeannie Deyo, Bonnie Clay, Pat and Duane Millard, Jeannette and Bill Barnett, Tim and Carol Adams, Bill and Bev Adams and numerous nieces and nephews. Mary was preceded in death by her parents, her brother Bud Deyo and sister, Joyce Stach. Viewing will be held at Heritage Funeral Home in Spokane Wednesday, Nov. 18, from 12-5 p.m. Funeral Services will be held at 1 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 19, in Heritage Chapel. Memorial contributions can be made to Hospice of Spokane. Photos: Mary Ann Adams Henry Charles Kazda, 86, born at Southwick  Henry C. Kazda, "Hank the Barber," a longtime resident of Lewiston and Clarkston, WA, passed away Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2009, at the Idaho State Veterans Home in Lewiston. He had fought a courageous battle against pancreatic cancer for more than a year. He now abides in heaven with the Lord and his angels. He was born at Southwick on April 10, 1923, to Matt and Barbara Kazda. He attended school at Southwick and worked on his father's farm until he entered the U.S. Army in November 1944. He was issued an honorable discharge for disability in March 1945, and spent several months in the hospital at Farragut Naval Station, near Spokane, WA. He returned to Lewiston and worked at the Potlatch Forests Inc. mill. In the fall of 1946, with the help of the GI Bill, he attended Mohler Barber School in Portland, OR, graduating in June 1947. He worked in his uncle's barber shop in Salem, OR, until he returned to the Lewiston area to be married. Henry married Dorothy Buttrey at Westlake, west of Cottonwood, on Dec. 28, 1947. Hank barbered in Ketchikan and Juneau, AK, where they lived for more than three years. They returned to Lewiston in 1955 and he opened a barber shop across from the Lewis-Clark State College campus. In 1988, he moved his business to Clarkston, retiring in 2002. Starting in 1989, Henry and Dorothy spent part of each winter in Yuma, AZ They also traveled through many states and in Canada until a fall resulted in brain surgery and limited his activities. He was a member of Holy Family Catholic Church in Clarkston, and a member of the Twin City Twirlers square dance club. He and Dorothy traveled to many state and national square dance conventions during this time. He enjoyed watching sports and traveling. He loved his family and he loved life. He was generous with his time and money, always ready to help someone in need. Every year on the Saturday before Christmas he gave free haircuts to everyone who came to his shop. Surviving him are Dorothy, his wife of 61 years; three sons, William Kazda and his wife Sharon, Larry Kazda and his wife Peggy, and Gary Kazda and his wife Carol, all of Lewiston; one daughter, Doreen Cramer of Clarkston; two sisters, Bernadette Gooding and her husband Charlie of Yamhill, OR, and Marge Wright of Whitebird; one brother, Matt Kazda of Othello, WA; 12 grandchildren; and 10 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Matt and Barbara Kazda; and his two sisters, Theresa Ezetti and Helen Davis. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be given to the Idaho State Veterans Home in Lewiston, or a charity of your choice. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Monday at Holy Family Church, with burial to follow at Vineland Cemetery, both in Clarkston. Visitation will be from 4 to 6 p.m. Sunday at Merchant Funeral Home in Clarkston. Photo: Henry Charles Kazda William Joseph 'Bill' Gilmore, 72, Orofino  William Joseph 'Bill' Gilmore died Friday, Oct. 30, 2009, at his home just outside Orofino. Bill was born Oct. 13, 1937 at Kamiah to Charles W. and Erma See Gilmore. He grew up at the top of the Greer Grade and went to school in Weippe. In 1957, Bill married Deana M. Crawford in Orofino. Bill and Deana had three children, Dan, Tammy and Julie. Bill worked in the woods most his life running equipment, shovel, loader, etc. Bill and Deana moved to the Grangemont area in 1968 and he became a rancher. He loved his cows. He learned to do A.I. for cattle and enjoyed traveling to many other ranches in the area. Bill got interested in horticulture and loved to graft fruit trees and roses. One of his trees had five different apples. Bill is survived by his wife, Deana; son, Dan and Kathy Gilmore of Deer Park, WA; daughters, Tammy and Kendall Kjaldgaard of Waterloo, WI, and Julie Grandstaff and Dan Bullock of Orofino; his sisters, Betty M. Reed of White City, OR, Loralee Brown, and brother, Charles 'Chuck' Gilmore of Orofino. He is also survived by his stepfather, Ben Farrow of Orofino; 13 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren. Bill was preceded in death by his parents, Charles W. Gilmore and Erma Farrow; stepmother, Catherine Gilmore; and infant son, John. Internment will be at 2 p.m. Friday, Nov. 6, at Pine Grove Cemetery in Kooskia. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel and Crematory are caring for arrangements. Photo: William Joseph 'Bill' Gilmore Eleanor H. Kime, 90, formerly of Orofino Eleanor H. Kime, 90, died of natural causes Sunday, Oct. 25, 2009, at Carol Galles Shelter Care Home in Clarkston, WA. Eleanor was born Dec. 13, 1918, at Pomeroy, WA to Dennis and Hulda Porter. She grew up at Bear Ridge and attended school near Kendrick. 
At a young age she worked during the summers doing cooking for area farmers during harvest. Eleanor married Earl Kime in 1937. They soon moved to Orofino, where Earl worked in logging camps, and then on to Vanport, WA, where he worked in the shipyards during the war. They lived in Pomeroy and Clarkston raising their four children before finally retiring in Kennewick, WA. She was a homemaker most of her life but did manage to find time to run a laundromat in Kennewick for several years. She was always cooking or baking for everyone and anyone who happened to stop by to visit. Her grandchildren called her "Grandma Pie" as she always had several pies on the counter and many more in the freezer. In 1989, the love of her life for 50 years, Earl, passed away. She remained in Kennewick until four months ago when she moved back to Clarkston. She was a faithful member of the Jehovah Witnesses until her passing. She enjoyed cooking, baking, sewing and gardening. She also enjoyed playing her harmonica and juice harp. Eleanor is survived by two daughters, Nellie Flatt and husband Bob of Malden, WA, Charlotte Roberts of Kennewick; two sons, Jack Kime and wife Diana of Clarkston, and Harley (Bud) Kime and wife Jan of Kennewick; 17 grandchildren; 41 great-grandchildren; 17 great-great-grandchildren; and one sister, Charlotte (Bun) Kennedy of Okanogan, WA. She was preceded in death by her husband Earl, four sisters and four brothers. Graveside services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Thursday at the Pomeroy City Cemetery. Terry Howard of Lewiston will officiate at the service. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in Eleanor's memory may be made to the charity of the donor's choice. Condolences may be left for the family at www.merchantfuneralhome.com. The family wishes to invite friends to gather at Rowdy's Steak House in Lewiston after the service at 4:30. Photo: Eleanor H. Kime Violet 'Tiny' Maynard Masterson, 61, Pierce Violet 'Tiny' Maynard Masterson of Pierce passed away peacefully at home Monday, Oct. 26, 2009. 
She was born Jan. 25, 1948 at the family home in Wayne County, WV to Hardin and Genieve McNeely Maynard. Early childhood was spent on the farm with her twin sister and seven other siblings before moving to Hunting, WV where she attended Huntington High School. In 1967 she met and married Raymond Masterson and began a family. Soon after Ray's discharge from the Army they moved to Pierce. Their move to Idaho started her love of the outdoors where she enjoyed camping with family and friends. She looked forward to picking huckleberries every year and we all looked forward to her famous huckleberry cheesecake! Tiny was very active in her small community and would lend a hand whenever possible whether serving you in one of the local watering holes or checking your Bingo card. She knew everyone by name. Though over the years as her health declined, she remained an active member of the Timberline Lions Club doing what she could. Even though their marriage ended their friendship remained until his death, when Ray died in 1999. Also preceding her in death were her parents, a brother and four sisters: Dallas, Tamsey, Martha, Delsie and her twin, Eva. Surviving her are her children Renee Smith and James Masterson. Also surviving are grandchildren Darold and Dallas Smith, Steven, Harley and Allyssa Masterson and Annie and Elaine Wilson, three siblings Daisy Pennington, Harlan and Duke Maynard and many, many, many nieces, nephews and friends. She also leaves behind her very special friend Joe Meely loving known to the family as "Papa Joe". Her family would also like to thank Compassionate Care for their services and thank the many caregivers that cared for her over the years. Funeral Services will be held Friday, Oct. 30 at Mountain View Baptist Church in Pierce. Prior to services, a public viewing will be held at 10:00 a.m. and services to start at 11:00 a.m. with burial to follow at Pierce Cemetery. Following the burial, a potluck dinner will be held back at the church. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel and Crematory is caring for arrangements. Photo: Violet 'Tiny' Maynard Masterson Spencer Clark Campbell, 69, Dworshak Dam construction worker  Spencer Clark Campbell entered heaven on Monday, Oct. 19, 2009, surrounded by family, after a 14-year battle with heart disease. Spencer was born March 24, 1940, to Orville Clark (Jack) and Irene Alda Campbell, at Miller, SD. He was the fourth of seven children born to their union. He was raised on the farm in Hand County with the love of a large extended family and spent many hours with his Grandma Kane and Grandma Campbell, eating fresh strawberries and oranges and enjoying their company. When Spencer was nine years old, his father passed away suddenly from diabetes. While this was a difficult time for the family, they were determined to stay together. The close family bond between Irene Campbell and Lloyd and Josie Campbell that would last for eternity was cemented during this time. Spencer's cousins, Don, Delmer, Milton, Anna, Ruth and Millard, became his brothers and sisters. Spencer and his siblings rode horses 21/2 miles to attend school in a one-room schoolhouse. This was a time for mischief and adventure. The Campbell kids grew up spending time spotlighting jackrabbits, pheasant hunting, running trap lines for mink and muskrats and creating their own adventures, but also learned the ways of the Lord during their many hours in church. Spencer accepted the role of caretaker and provider from an early age when he quit school at the age of 14. He worked on many farms as a youth, including Dearborn Ranch, Hines Ranch and Pangburn Ranch. The proceeds from his weekly labor allowed him to purchase a can of No. 2 peaches and a half gallon of vanilla ice cream for the family; one dollar of spending money for himself; and the rest for his mother to cover family expenses. It was while Spencer was working for Robert Pangburn that he met the love of his life, 13-year-old Lorna Mins. They would marry two days after her high school graduation and shared 47 wonderful years together. They made their home at the "home place" while Spencer worked construction on Big Ben Dam in Fort Thomas, SD, for one year before moving to Chambers, NE. After three years in Nebraska, they moved to Clarkston, WA where Spencer continued employment working construction on the dams. Over the next 11 years, he worked on Little Goose, Lower Granite, Dworshak and Libby dams. It was during this time that he contributed to the historical markers of working on the last dam built in South Dakota, Montana, Idaho and Washington. In his years of construction work, he was nicknamed "Red" for his bright red hair. In 1977, Spencer obtained employment at Potlatch Corp., and worked there until his retirement in 2000, due to heart disease. Horses were always a part of Spencer's life. He taught all of his children and grandchildren to ride and did everything possible to make sure they had a horse of their own. He had been a member of the Lewis-Clark Saddle Club for the past 50 years, participating in many O-Mok-Sees and horse events. Spencer loved a good horse race! Spencer had many other hobbies, including driving his tractor, driving ponies, pheasant hunting, ranching and storytelling, but most of all he enjoyed spending time with his many grandchildren. Spencer loved watching them participate in their many activities, no matter what it was. Spencer had a caring spirit and helped anyone he could. He gave generously of his home, time and love to his family and friends, and was a foster parent to more than 50 children. He was preceded in death by his parents; aunt and uncle, Josie and Lloyd Campbell; brothers, LeRoy and Dale Campbell; cousins, Don and Delmer Campbell; nephew, George Campbell; great-niece, Toni Rediger; and son-in-law, Brian Prior. Survivors include his wife, Lorna Campbell; daughter, Lesa Milburn of Kamiah; daughter and son-in-law, Kamme and Rick Hust of Clarkston; son, Jason Campbell of Clarkston; daughter and son-in-law, Kopper and Paul Blunt of Clarkston; sister-in-law, Donna Campbell of Harrisburg, OR; sister-in-law Sharon Campbell of St. Lawrence, SD; sister and brother-in-law, Valoris and Larry Hewitt of Beaver Creek, OR; brother and sister-in-law, Garland and Karen Campbell of Crestview, FL; brother and sister-in-law, Gary and Betty Campbell of Cottonwood; sister and brother-in-law, Velma and Gordon Bennett of Austin, TX; brother-in-law and wife, Boyd and Tootie Mins of Texas; brother-in-law and wife, Don and Linda Mins of Lexington, NE; brother-in-law and wife, Ron and Sharon Mins of Miller, SD; sister-in-law and husband, Linda and Roy Arnzen of Greencreek; and their families. He is survived by cousins, Melva Campbell of Lolo, MT, Milton and Jeanette Campbell of Clarkston, Anna and Pete Kauffman of McPherson, KS, Ruth McCoy and Jeff Eagan of Allen, TX, Millard and Connie Campbell of Venice, FL, and their families. Spencer was blessed with 23 grandchildren: Luke and Micah Milburn, Leah and Josiah Dickson, Jerica, Shayla, Savannah and Keyonna Hust, Cameron Auker, Bethany, Spencer, Benjamin, Jessica, Maliik and Nathaniel Prior, Jayce and Jayden Campbell, Caleb, DePaul, Koby, Dawson, Kameron and Zaid Blunt and Jason Mack; one great-grandchild, Andrew Dickson; and numerous nieces and nephews who greatly valued his caring and generous spirit and came to know him as "Uncle Penny." Spencer also leaves behind his trusted companion, Pard, his dog. The funeral will be at 2 p.m. Friday at Guy Bennett Pavilion in Asotin, WA followed by a graveside service at Vineland Cemetery in Clarkston. A covered-dish dinner at the pavilion will follow the graveside service. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the Lewis-Clark Saddle Club tractor fund, Asotin County Little League or Special Olympics in his name. Merchant Funeral Home in Clarkston is caring for arrangements. Photo: Spencer Clark Campbell Kenneth James Sander, 79, of Lewiston, died Monday Oct. 19, 2009, at Saint Joseph Regional Medical Center in Lewiston.  Ken was born April 19, 1930, the ninth of 11 children to Bernard Joseph Sander and Anna Delsman Sander of Lapwai. Dad attended grade school at Webb Ridge School and the Mission School at Slickpoo. After graduating from Lapwai High School in 1950, Dad worked for Harvey Herndon as a farmhand and for Potlatch Forests Inc., for a short time, before being drafted into the U.S. Army. Prior to shipping out to the Korean Conflict, Dad met a young impressionable farm girl from Colton, WA Mary Guettinger. Little did she know what she was getting into? On Oct. 11, 1952, during an attack on T-Bone Hill on the Korean Peninsula, Dad was gravely wounded. Incredibly he survived after months of treatment in various military hospitals, during which time he said he shook hands with Bob Hope and met the actors from the TV show "Gunsmoke". He was released, and found Mary waiting for him. Apparently Mom saw something in the young man from Lapwai and stuck with him, wheelchair and all. They were married June 27, 1953, at Saint Galls Catholic Church in Colton. It is a testament to Mom's love and care that Dad lived a complete and full life of 79 years. Ken and Mary made a home in Lewiston, where they raised three children in a loving and caring home. We learned to be honest and true to your family and friends and we learned how to work for what you want in life. Thank you, Dad. Dad and Mom operated a tax consulting business out of the family home for many years until "retirement". Kenny is survived by his wife of 56 years, Mary; children, Bernard and Carla Sander of Lewiston, Brenda and Kirk Daehling of Dalton, MA, and Steve Sander of Lewiston; grandchildren, Mitchell, Adam, Kayla, Hannah and Dustin; brother, Wayne of Lapwai; sisters, Ethel of Orofino and Wilma of Dayton, WA; and nephews, nieces and cousins almost beyond count. Dad was preceded in death by his father, Bernard; mother, Anna; and siblings, Dorthea, Leona, Lawrence, Sylvester, Raymond, Bernard and Vincent. The service for Dad will start with a rosary at 10:30 a.m. Saturday at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church in Lewiston, followed by a funeral Mass at 11. A burial service will follow at Lewis-Clark Memorial Gardens in Lewiston. The Rev. Les Kish and Monsignor Andrew Schumacher will officiate. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a charity of your choice. We would like to thank Dr. David Peterson and Renee, his nurse, for caring for Dad these last few years. Thanks also to the Lewiston firefighters and paramedics, St. Joseph Regional Medical Center ER staff, and Dr. Dir and the staff of St. Joe's ICU for their kind words and loving care of our Dad these couple of days. Photo: Kenneth James Sander Genevieve 'Genny' Irwin, 83, formerly of Lenore  Genevieve 'Genny' Irwin passed away Wednesday, Oct. 14, 2009, at her home in Lewiston, from lung cancer. She was born May 23, 1926, at Spokane, WA to Eunice and Harry Hardy. She graduated from Lewis and Clark High School in Spokane. Genny married Shirley 'Shirm' Irwin on June 18, 1944, at Spokane. Shirm died Nov. 21, 2006. Genny was a homemaker and lived in Spokane, Aurora, Colo., Portland, Ore., Honolulu, San Francisco and Lenore. She was past president and honorary member of Willing Workers of Lenore. She also belonged to the Lewiston Country Club. She is survived by three children, Kristine Irwin and Scott Johnson of Lexington, KY, Patrick and Maureen Irwin of Murrietta, CA, and Deborah and Mark Emery of Hillsboro, OR; six grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. In addition to her husband and parents, Genny was preceded in death by a sister, Bernadine Bagley; and a brother, Wesley Hardy. A memorial service will take place at 1 p.m. Wednesday at Vassar-Rawls Funeral Home, 920 21st Ave., Lewiston. Memorial donations are suggested to Family Hospice, 1250 Idaho St., Lewiston, ID 83501. Photo: Genevieve 'Genny' Irwin Elisabeth Hagn, 90, Lenore Elisabeth Hagn, 90, Lenore, passed away at Clearwater Valley Hospital in Orofino Thursday, Oct. 15, 2009. No services are being held. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel and Crematory are caring for arrangements. Roy William Isbelle, 85, Orofino Roy William Isbelle, 85, Orofino, passed away Thursday, Oct. 8, 2009 at his home. A graveside service will be held Saturday, Oct. 10, at 2 p.m. at Sanders Cemetery, Wells Bench Rd. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel is caring for arrangements. Rodney Daryl Twedell, 78, Orofino Rodney Daryl Twedell, 78, Orofino, passed away Tuesday, Oct. 6, 2009, at Sacred Heart Medical Center, Spokane, WA. A funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday at Pine Hills Funeral Chapel in Orofino. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel is caring for arrangements. Deborah 'Debbie' Jones, 61, Weippe Debbie Jones passed away the 25th of Sept. 2009. She was born in Twin Falls June 28, 1948 to Glen Jones & Ellen Wisdom. 
She lived in Weippe for the past 20 years with her mother. The past 7 months, she was in Payette in a care center. She also lived in Colville, WA, for several years. She married John Reed and they later divorced. She was also married to Don Anderson and they later divorced. She moved to Boise where she finished her education with an A.A.S. Degree in Administrative Secretary. She went to Lewiston to Lewis Clark State College for three years. Debbie leaves behind her four children: Dawn Thompson of Weippe; Johnnie Reed of Colville, WA, Mitchel Day of Union, OR, and Tim Day of Port Angeles, WA. She is also survived by her mother, Ellen Wisdom; sisters: Connie Spencer, Kathy McIntosh of Weippe, brothers; Steven Jones and Troy Jones of Walla Walla, WA Her 11 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren; step-sisters: Pauline Hill of Boise, Yvonne Logan of Hermiston, OR; Marlean of Boise; Grace of Hermiston, OR ; step-brothers: Allen Wisdom of Grangeville, and Ronald of Lewiston; and many nephews and nieces and uncles and aunts also survive her. She was preceded in death by her father, Arthur G. Jones Sr.; her brother, Arthur G. Jones Jr; and a daughter, Lisa Reed, in heaven. A memorial service will be held Friday, Oct. 9, at Pine Hills Funeral Chapel at 11 a.m. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel and Crematory are caring for arrangements. Photo: Deborah Jones Beverly Ann Wilson, 67, Orofino Beverly Ann Wilson, age 67, Orofino, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Monday, Sept. 28, 2009. Her family and friends admired the strength of her faith and depth of her courage as she fought a 12-year battle with cancer. She was an inspiration to all who knew her. Her effervescent personality and impish smile always lit up the room. 
Bev was born in Milwaukee, WI, on Jan. 31, 1942, to Don and Ingrid Ponozzo. From the ages of nine months to six years she lived with her maternal grand parents Lars and Jenny Ockerstrom and her favorite Auntie Sig in Iron River, MI while her father was stationed in the Philippines and her mother was recovering from illness. She was reunited with her parents and they moved to Weippe where the family helped to start the Ponozzo Brothers logging company. By fourth grade the family moved to Orofino where she went to school and graduated from Orofino High School in 1960. She married Gordon Wilson whom she had met in high school in January 1963. Gordon was stationed in Darmstadt, Germany, where they began married life and parenthood with the birth of their son, Shannon. After Gordon's tour of duty, the family moved to Lewiston where son, Eric, was born. They lived for a brief time in Spokane, WA, before moving to Orofino. Here son, Sven, joined the family. While the boys were growing up, Bev served as den mother and room mother, traveled to sporting events and attended various other school activities. Over the years she and Gordon took in seven foreign exchange students and numerous teenagers who needed a better place to stay. For 30 years she worked as a secretary for the State of Idaho Department of Health and Welfare in Orofino. As a Sunday school teacher for the Ascension Lutheran Church (her second home), she arranged many Christmas programs. For 17 years, Bev served as Secretary/Manage for Orofino Celebrations Inc., the same position her mother had held the previous 30 years. Working with contestants was one of her favorite duties. Just a couple of weeks ago during the Lumberjack days, her mind and heart continued to be concerned about the contestants and logging show. Her dedication included volunteering for the Clearwater Youth Alliance where she directed the yearly fashion show fundraiser. Her compassion for all animals led her to foster dogs for the Clearwater Humane Society. Bev is survived by her husband, Gordon, of 47 years at their Orofino home; three sons, Shannon Wilson and wife, Leanne, of Lewiston, Eric Wilson and wife, Stacey, of Orofino, and Sven Wilson of Plantation, FL. Three grandchildren, Kristin Wilson of Portland, OR, and Brandon and Kecia Wilson of Orofino also survive her. Special survivors include Aunt Sigrid Howerton of Independence, MO, several cousins, all of them her favorites, many special nieces and nephews, and also her beloved dogs at home. Her surviving extended family include Dr. Scott and Kristin Fry and their children Steven, Emily and Mara of Milton-Freewater; Caroline Van Doorne and son Meryn of Holland; Andrea McConnell and children Brenden, MacKenzie, Allyson, and Bryden; and Jenna Nettles and son Caden of Seoul, Korea. Preceding her in death were her grandparents Lars and Jenny Ockerstrom and Louis and Exilda Ponozzo and her parents Don and Ingrid Ponozzo. A memorial service will be held Saturday, Oct. 3, at 11 a.m. at Ascension Lutheran Church with a Celebration of Life potluck luncheon immediately following at the Orofino High School cafeteria. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to Clearwater Humane Society, Ascension Lutheran Church, Clearwater Youth Alliance, or the American Cancer Society. Photo: Beverly Ann Wilson Virginia May Carter, 81 Orofino  Jennie Carter our beautiful mother, sister, grandmother and best friend went to heaven Sept. 26, 2009. She was met on her journey by her mother, father and three brothers. She was born April 8, 1928 in Branson, MO to Frank Epps and Virgie (Holt) Epps. Jennie attended school in Branson and graduated from Branson High School in 1946. She began her work career as a telephone operator. She started this when she still attended school. She also worked at a drug store/soda fountain. This began a lifelong career of waitressing. A marriage in 1947 resulted in the birth of her two daughters: Cathy and Connie. She moved west when she was 28 years old. In 1968 she married Thomas M. (Matt) Carter. Matt was employed in construction which enabled him to travel to several states which included: Hawaii, New Mexico, California, Arizona and Washington. These were some of Mom's favorite memories. Matt injured his foot on a job in Spokane, WA, resulting in their move to Orofino in 1978. Mom resumed her waitressing at the Ponderosa. She loved working in the Garden Room, meeting new people and working with the good friends she had made there. In her younger days she enjoyed bowling, playing bridge, pinochle and taking care of her flowers. More recently she liked her flowers, crossword puzzles, country western music and country weekly magazines. 
She retired from the Ponderosa in 1989 after 15 years. She dedicated her retirement years to her daughters, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She tried to make time each week to keep in touch by phone calling her brothers: Charles and Fred, and her nieces and nephews in Missouri. She will be forever missed by the daughters and family she loved so much. She leaves behind: Cathy and Larry Osborn of LoLo, MT; Connie and Steve Province of Orofino: grandson Shawn & Vickie Carlock of Rathdrum; granddaughter: Elizabeth Osborn of Missoula, MT and great grandchildren Shay, Tyler, Joe, Kayla and Kasey. brothers: Charles Epps of Kirbyville, MO; Fred and Barb Epps of Branson, MO; sister-in-law Billie (Epps) Howard of Halfway, OR; many nieces and nephews; special friends Penny Hasenoehrl of Orofino, Barb Hoag of Darby, MT and Patti Marvin of Orofino. Jennie was preceded in death by her husband Matt, parents, and brothers: Warren, Jim and Bob Epps and a baby boy, Perry. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Clearwater Humane Society, P.O. Box 2063, Orofino, ID 83544 or the charity of your choice. Funeral Services with be held Friday October 2, 2009 at Pine Hills Funeral Chapel at 11:00 a.m. with burial to follow at Orofino Riverside Cemetery. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel and Crematory is caring for arrangements. Photos: Virginia May 'Jennie' Carter Funeral Services for Ernest B. 'Ernie' Kehl, Orofino, are scheduled Friday, Oct. 2, at 11 a.m. at Ascension Lutheran Church, 215 115th St. in Orofino. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel is caring for arrangements. Donald Richard Lange, 63, Pierce Donald Richard Lange, 63, Pierce, passed away Wednesday, Sept. 23, 2009 at Clearwater Valley Hospital in Orofino. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel and Crematory is caring for arrangements.  Roger Olan, Walker, 73, Orofino Roger Olan Walker, 73, Orofino, passed away Sept. 23, 2009. He was born Aug. 8, 1936 in Los Angeles, CA, and was raised in central Oregon. Roger moved to Idaho in 1965 near Palouse, WA. Five years later, he moved to Harvard and began working for Bennett Lumber in 1972. He was a welder and fitter by trade, as well as a published author of Idaho history. Above all he was a mountain man at heart. A private memorial has already been held. In lieu of condolences, please give of yourself to someone in need. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel and Crematory is caring for arrangements. Photo: Roger Olan Walker Tony C. George, 47, Kamiah Tony Curtis George passed away Sept. 22, 2009. He was born Aug. 2, 1962 in Clarkston, WA to Theron and Judy George. Growing up, the family moved to Red River while Tony was in second Grade and he spent the rest of his young life on Red River, outside of Elk City. He attended school in Elk City through eighth grade and Clearwater Valley High School where he graduated in 1981. After high school, Tony went to work in logging and went into business operating Jacks Repair. He pursued his entrepreneurial interests buying into the Perfection Tire franchise in 1998. He and his wife Angela owned and operated the Orofino Perfection Tire. 
Throughout his life starting at a young age, Tony displayed his ambitious and hardworking traits. In high school, he preferred the shop class over any class and always had money in his pocket working odd jobs and during the summers for Harley Hammond Logging. He was a talented Jack-of-All Trades diving into any project with zeal and an eye for perfection. Tony loved his family and friends, always a willing and helping hand for his parents who remain in Elk City in the family home at Red River, volunteering and helping friends and community members in Kamiah and Orofino, or being the camp cook, creating his mouth watering dishes he so loved to make. Tony was very involved in his children's lives taking them hunting, fishing, dirt biking and camping. He supported them in their multitude of sports activities attending games, helping out with fundraisers and anything else that he could do. He and Angela built a beautiful home overlooking the Clearwater River and invested in additional real estate. He so enjoyed the "fixer upper" homes they would purchase, finding the diamond in the rough, completing all repairs and maintenance himself, turning the properties into profitable income rentals. He was ever watchful for more rough diamonds. Needless to say really, Tony was involved in so many different activities that we just don't have room to detail. Just ask any of his family and friends, and each one will tell you something about Tony, his life and good memories! Tony is survived by his wife, Angela and children Cassidee, Garrett and Brycen all of Kamiah; his children Casey George, Kayla George and boyfriend Travis Beller, Breeana and husband Jeremy Dalton, all of Lewiston; parents Judy and Theron George of Red River; sister Tammy and husband Tony Shuyler of Boise, nieces Sarah Whipple and husband Jason of McCall, Summer Workman of Boise, and grandmother (Nana), Viola George of Clarkston; as well as many extended family members. Tony is preceded in death by his grandmother and grandfather, Mary and Rhinehart Sudbrink; and grandfather, Glen George. Tony loved his family dearly and touched many lives throughout his lifetime. He will be greatly missed by all that knew him, his dear family, friends, co-workers, loyal customers and by his favorite family pet "Simon". A memorial service was held Friday, Sept. 25 at St. Catherine's Catholic Church in Kamiah. The family requests in lieu of flowers, donations be made in honor of Tony to the Back Country Medics at PO Box 586 Orofino, ID 83544. Photo: Tony Curtis George Holly Renee Jacobson Messelt, 42, formerly of Southwick  On Thursday, Sept. 17, 2009, Holly Renee Jacobson Messelt left this world to be with her Lord and Savior. She was met there by her father, Robert Lewis Jacobson. She leaves behind two beautiful daughters, Casey Lynn Jacobson, 11 years, and Audrey Rose Messelt, 11 months. Holly's daughters were the light and joy of her life. She was a wonderful wife and an awesome mother. Holly would never rest until she was sure all her babies' needs were met and they were well cared for. Holly would sometimes place more care into the needs of others before herself, and she was a diligent worker and took pride in everything she did. Holly loved winter, and would always try to get this "Southern Boy" to try winter sports such as snowmobiling or skiing. Holly loved her horses and just about anything to do with a horse. Holly had a smile that would light up the darkest day, and all who met her instantly liked her. Holly would start every day with a prayer and a warm hello and, for me, "Good morning, lover." Holly was born Nov. 4, 1966, at Phoenix, AZ. She lived in Southwick until age 10, then in Clarkston, WA. She graduated from Clarkston High School and attended the American College in Arizona. Holly, you are so loved and missed. There will never be another like you and your memory will never be allowed to die. Go with Jesus, my love, and I know you are watching over your girls and me from above. Vassar-Rawls Funeral Home has been entrusted with arrangements. Photo: Holly Renee Jacobson Messelt Brandy Ann Baxter, 26, formerly of Orofino  Brandy Ann Baxter, beloved wife, mother, daughter and friend, was taken from us all too soon on Thursday, Sept. 17, 2009. She was 26. Brandy was born in Lewiston on Sept. 17, 1983, to Rose and Greg Cox. She moved to Orofino and attended school there before moving back to Lewiston, where she resided with her husband, Joe, and daughters Kjerstin Ann Marie and Samantha Ray Baxter. She enjoyed camping with family and friends, riding horses and snowmobiling on her stepfather's ranch in Orofino. Brandy brought joy to all who ever met and knew her. Brandy is survived by her husband, Joe; daughters Kjerstin and Samantha; mother Rose Turney; father Greg Cox; brother Jeremy and sister-in-law Kim Cox; nieces Honesty, Destiny and Sierra; stepfather Ray Turney; stepmother Sherill Turney; grandparents Bob and Lila Turney; mother-in-law Jennifer Baxter; and grandparents Nick and Diane Bayer. A memorial service will be at noon Saturday at the National Guard Armory on U.S. Highway 12 in Orofino, followed by a covered-dish dinner. Vassar-Rawls Funeral Home has been entrusted with arrangements. Photo: Brandy Ann Baxter Harry Lloyd Roach, 80, Kamiah  Harry (Bud) Roach, beloved husband, father, grandfather and friend, passed away Friday, Sept. 4, 2009, at his Kamiah home, of pancreatic cancer. He was born Oct. 13, 1928 at Chico, CA, to Charles and Ruth Sheley Roach, and lived there until 1936. The family moved to Potlatch and then Orofino, where he attended school until 1945, then back to Potlatch, where he graduated from high school in 1947. After high school he worked in logging camps and farmed. Bud married Linda Parks at Cameron on Oct. 22, 1950, and they raised three sons. He served in the Korean War from 1950 to 1952 and received a Purple Heart. Following his service in Korea, he worked on a family farm in Kendrick from 1952 to 1956, then moved to Kamiah and logged for Delbert Roby. In the 1950s, he and Delbert took one of the first raft trips down the Selway River in a rubber raft, and they enjoyed many fishing trips on the main Salmon River, excursions captured for posterity in Del's films. He co-owned a trucking business with Sig Grove from 1961 to 1966. In 1966, he joined the Carpenter's Union and worked on the construction of Dworshak Dam. After Dworshak was completed, he worked as a millwright at Grand Coulee, Lower Granite, Lower Monumental, and Bonneville; at paper mills including Potlatch Forest Industries in Lewiston and Ponderay Newsprint in Usk, WA; and on natural gas pipelines. 
In 1979, he and Linda moved to Clarkston, WA, then returned to Kamiah after he retired in 1995 to be closer to family, especially their grandsons. Bud was a member of the Lewis County Search & Rescue, Eagles, and Faith Lutheran Church, and a tireless volunteer for Kamiah Chamber of Commerce events like Barbecue Days and jet boat races. He helped friends in need, brought roses from his garden to the True Value crew, and was the official family expert orchard/vineyard pruner. He enjoyed watching his grandsons compete (and then coach) in sports; family hunting, fishing, and snowmobiling trips; gardening; fixing almost anything; and serving his family, his church, his community and his country. Bud is survived by his wife of 59 years, Linda; sons, Dean and Shirley (Wilkins) Roach and Mark and Lorraine (Hingston) Roach of Kamiah, and Mike Roach and Robin Cruz of Caldwell, grandsons Kevin and Wendy (Spangler) Roach of Kingston, Craig Roach of Kamiah, and Paul Roach of Caldwell, and new great-granddaughter Maylee Annika Roach of Kingston, born Sept. 10, 2009. He was preceded in death by his parents, and his sisters Phyllis Roach, Mae Hunteman, and Joyce Warwick. A graveside service will be held on Saturday, Sept. 19 at 10 a.m. at the Kamiah cemetery, followed by a memorial service at 11 a.m. at St. Catherine's Catholic Church in Kamiah. Lunch will be served in the fellowship hall following the memorial service. Funeral arrangements are being handled by Trenary Funeral Home in Kooskia. The family suggests memorials to Faith Lutheran Church in Kamiah or the Kamiah Ambulance Service. Photos: Harry Lloyd "Bud" Roach Emma Elder, 47, Lewiston  Emma Elder, 47, of Lewiston passed away Monday, Sept. 7, 2009, at Tri-State Memorial Hospital in Clarkston, WA of complications due to diabetes. Emma was born March 14, 1962 at Denton, TX to Greta and Juney Ray Elder. Emma and her family moved to Lewiston when she was six. She graduated from Lewiston High School in 1979. She also worked for several years at Kmart. She had married Doug Engel and together they had a daughter Serena in 1988. Emma and Doug divorced in 2000. Emma enjoyed her family more than anything. She enjoyed shopping for her grandchildren, cooking, going to the ocean, reading, thunderstorms, drinking coffee and tea, and most of all, being with her best friend and daughter, Serena. Emma is survived by her daughter, Serena Engel, and grandchildren Aiden and Ayla of Lewiston; her mother Greta of Orofino; her sisters Juney and Ronnie Jo, and a brother Tom, all of Texas. She was preceded in death by her father, Juney Ray Elder, and her step-father Bill Cummings. A memorial service will be held Friday, Sept., 11, at 1 p.m. at Malcom's Brower-Wann Funeral Home in Lewiston. Photo: Emma Elder Lauran A. Kittle, 94 Lauran A. Kittle of Kamiah died Tuesday, Dec. 16, 2008, at Clearwater Valley Hospital in Orofino after a long fight against prostrate cancer. Born in Loma Linda, CA, Sept. 8, 1914, to Orra and Laura Kittle, Lauran spent most of his childhood exploring the wonders of nature. His parents enjoyed hunting, fishing and photography, and instilled their passion for the great outdoors in Lauran and his eight brothers at an early age. During the summer break of his junior year at Pacific Union High School, Lauran worked as a ranch hand in Cheyenne, WY. Days were spent tagging cattle, calving and haying; nights were devoted to embellished tales shared with other cowboys over a bottle of whiskey and some grub. The experience would have a lasting impact. After graduating from high school, Lauran went on to pursue his Bachelor's Degree in Animal Husbandry from Oregon State University. In 1935, after graduating near the top of his class, Lauran and his brother, Val, started a fishing business in Punta Rayas, Costa Rica. Initially, the business flourished, as the low cost of operations translated into big dollars in the U.S. fish market. However, a devastating hurricane wiped out all but two of the boats; fortunately, one of the surviving vessels contained Lauran and his brother. After barely escaping with their lives, the brothers sold off what was left of the business and moved back to the States. Years later, Lauran found himself working in Los Angeles as an aviation engineer for Douglas Aircraft; a vital role during World War II, but one which he considered unpleasant due to its sedentary nature. After a disappointing two years, he received an invitation from his uncle, Ernie, to visit him in Idaho for a hunting trip. Uncle Ernie took Lauran and his brothers on a three-week excursion through the back woods to hunt the mighty Idaho elk. The experience awakened the woodsman within and shortly after the trip, he returned to Los Angeles, quit his job, packed his things and moved to St. Maries to buy a tree farm. He had rediscovered his passion for the outdoors and spent the next 30 years living his wilderness dream. After selling his business, Lauran retired from tree farming, but not his life as a woodsman. He spent his time hunting, building furniture and crafting Indian artifacts, many of which were used in local Pow Wows and are currently on display around Clearwater County. Another of his pleasures was wine making. Wines from "Kittle's Kitchen" earned him several county fair awards and undoubtedly served as the inspiration for his off-the-wall toasts, such as "Viva Mexico. Viva Pancho Villa". Lauran lived out his last days in Orofino, not far from his beloved Kamiah, hiking the trails along the Clearwater River. He loved the people, the land and the enchantment of Native American culture and would not have had it any other way. Lauran is survived by his daughter, Saundra and her son, Shaun; his niece, Paige and her husband, Tom. Please join us in a memorial service celebrating Lauran's life on Saturday, Sept. 12, at 11 a.m. at the Kamiah River Park followed by a potluck luncheon at noon. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the National Prostate Foundation. Robert Jarvis Adams, 90  Robert Jarvis Adams passed away Monday, Aug. 31, 2009, at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center in Lewiston, from age-related complications following hip surgery. An all-Norwegian cowboy? Oh, yes! Born Sept. 10, 1918 in South Dakota as Rubin Jarvis Odland, his life and main interests mirrored those of his favorite early 1900s "Golden West" author - Will James. Like Will James, he was orphaned at an early age. Rubin's mother, Gina, died in the terrible flu epidemic of 1918, when he was just 3 months old. After moving west to be closer to the other Odland family members, his father Jake was killed in a car wreck in Centralia, WA. Just 10 years old at the time, Rubin was fortunate to be informally adopted by his father's sister, Jennie Adams, and raised by her and her husband, Earl, in Centralia. His name was officially changed to Robert Jarvis Adams. Although Bob went to high school and college in Centralia, he was actually majoring in saddle bronc and bull riding at Northwest rodeos! His proudest moments were when he was 17, in 1935, and won "All-Around Cowboy" at Tenino, WA, and when he made the Pendleton, OR Roundup finals in 1937. His proudest possession was a 1933 letter from Will James, complimenting him on his sketchings of bucking broncos. Bob and his good friend, Bob Bradley, operated the Two Bobs Riding Academy in Centralia, did a series of riding parties in 1938 and got started playing polo there in 1939. In 1940, he met someone who actually took his mind off horses - Mayme Nelson. They were married in her family's church at Monitor, OR, on Christmas Day 1941. With World War II going on, they moved to Portland, OR, where Bob did welding on the famous Liberty ships in Portland shipyards. Mayme was part of the "Rosie the Riveter" gang and worked on aircraft tail sections. While there, they met Wayne and Rosie Largent, becoming friends and, years later, business partners in Sandy's Place at Winchester. There was more than military production going on. They produced a daughter, Joanne, in 1943, and a son, Lyle, in 1946. Bob served in the Army from July 15, 1944, to Aug. 17, 1946, and was a staff sergeant in the occupation forces in Japan. Winchester beckoned in 1946 and the Adams and Largent families joined up to flip hamburgers at Sandy's Place and shovel tons of snow. Bob made all that snow more fun by using a horse and rope to pull his kids around Winchester roads on sleds and skis. Winchester had wonderful people and Bob would move back there to spend his last years. But it was time for a family move to Lewiston in 1957. (Less snow?) A little lost about what to do next, Bob became a "jack of all trades." He graduated from the Reisch American School of Auctioneering in Iowa in 1958, did some log scaling and welding, and was always buying and selling horses. He co-owned a Lewiston Texaco service station and spent about a year running a cattle ranch on Chirikof Island, AK. When he returned from Alaska in 1963, he and Mayme divorced and Bob became even more of a gypsy. He worked on ranches in the San Juan Islands, near Orofino and all along the Salmon and Snake rivers - much like Will James claimed he did in his "Lone Cowboy" autobiography. He did a few non-cowboy things during that period, like rafting with his son Lyle. But even then, he threw in a touch of rodeo by pretending he was riding a bucking bronc each time the raft hit rough water! Thank goodness someone else came along who could actually take his mind off horses! Bob had moved back to Winchester and Betty Fine lived next door. She had being an artist and loving the open road in common with him, so he took a second chance at happiness and married her in Orofino in 1984. He lucked out and got two stepdaughters, Scotty and Linda, who cared for him as though he was their real father too. He was happy. Bob and Betty did lots of traveling down roads, artwork, fishing and looking everywhere for old saddles, bridles, etc., for Bob to saddle-soap and repair well into his late 80s. But Bob's body was outliving his mind. Old age, in the form of dementia, took so many things away from him. Taking away his ability to drive was the worst. "On the Road Again" could have been written about him. Escaping from life's harsh realities through reading, drinking, sketching, riding horses and driving was getting harder to do. As Bob neared his 91st birthday, hospitals and nursing homes were having to care for him and he made his final escape from old age's downward spiral when he fell. This fall was harder on him than anything any horse or bull had ever thrown at him and he wouldn't be getting back up - and that was a blessing. His wife of 25 years wrote: "He was a lifetime lover of horses. He will be greatly missed by his wife, Betty Adams, his son, Lyle Adams, and his daughter, Joanne Wilsey. Sleep well, my husband and friend. Love you always." And that just about says it all. Surviving Bob are his wife, Betty Adams of Winchester; son Lyle Adams of Clarkston, WA; daughter Joanne Wilsey and husband David of Kennewick; WA, stepdaughters Euellene (Scotty) Deeney of Heber Springs, AR, and Linda Adams of Estes Park, CO; grandson Chad and Jodi Adams of Bend, OR, and their children Porter and Sonny; and granddaughter Melanie and Gus Monson of Bothell, WA, and their children Kylie and Taylor. Cremation has taken place and there will be no service, due to his wishes. Condolences may be sent to the Adams home, Box 174, Winchester, ID 83555. Memorial donations may be made to Winchester Library Friends, P.O. Box 157, Winchester. The library was a godsend since Bob was such an avid reader. Vassar Rawls Funeral Home cared for the arrangements. Photo: Robert Jarvis Adams Eugene C. Fowler, 84 Eugene C. Fowler, 84, of Grangeville, passed away Monday, Aug. 24, 2009, at the Idaho State Veterans Home in Lewiston.  Eugene was born Nov. 11, 1924 in Luxora , AR, to Emery Martin and Lelar Gay Fowler. Eugene came to Idaho with the Civilian Conservation Corp from Minnesota and was stationed at Camp O'Hara in Idaho County, working on various Forest Service projects. After leaving the CCC's, he worked for the Forest Service on the Moose Creek Ranger District as a telephone lineman and smoke chaser. It was from these duties in the late spring of 1943, that he was summoned by his friends and neighbors to Spokane, WA and inducted into the U.S. Army. His basic and advanced Infantry training was at Fort Bragg, NC; then to England aboard the HMS Aquatainia, landing in Cardiff, Wales; then to Devon, southwest England and there joining the 29th Infantry Division, (the Blue and the Gray ). On the June 6, 1944, the 29th landed on Omaha Beach, Normandy, France, they worked their way through St. Lo, Brest, Le Mans, Aachen, the Cologne Plaines and then the River Elbe by April 26, 1945. Eugene was awarded several medals and decorations for his service to his country. On Dec. 14, 1942, he married Edith Elizabeth Davis in Orofino. They had five children, Martin, Reginald Owen, Bill, Lelar, and Julie. Eugene was devoted to his wife and their family. In 1956, the family moved to Grangeville. After the war, Eugene returned to the States and went to work for the "American Telephone and Telegraph Company" where he started out as a cable splicer's helper in West Memphis, AR. They moved to Clarkston, WA where he worked on a construction crew for the R.E.A. until his telephone company transfer came through and he reported for work in Ephrata, WA as a telephone installer and central office repairman. In 1955, he was transferred to Lewiston and in 1956, was assigned a three-year hardship tour (it was considered tough then, living at the edge of the world) in Grangeville, where he fell in love with the community and the area and never left. He worked for the next 28 years as the Camas Prairie area Central Office Repairman, retiring in 1985. He took Grangeville from the friendly telephone operator asking "number please" to one of the most modern "CrossBar" telephone offices in the state. Eugene was always proud of his work with the telephone company and his service to his country. After Eugene retired from the telephone company, he and Edith enjoyed traveling in their motor home and going for walks in the mountains. Eugene enjoyed hunting, fishing and carpentry projects. Eugene is survived by three sisters, Mary Mildred Barger, Hattie Modean Philyaw, and Rita Mae Hudgins all of Arkansas; two sons , Martin and Anna Marie Fowler of Cottonwood, and Bill and Helen Fowler of Grangeville; two daughters, Lelar and Mark Gravatt of Grangeville, and Julie and Boyd Hopkins of White Bird; five grandchildren, Jeff and Kami Fowler Shadley, Rayna Gravatt M.D., Joe and Amy Fowler, Jake and Jessie Gravatt Hackford, and Marcus Gravatt; three great-grandchildren, Justin and Katelyn Shadley and Alexander Hackford; one step great-grandchild, Adam Fowler; and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Eugene was preceded in death by his wife Edith; his parents; an infant son, Reginald Owen; brothers, Jesse Royce Fowler, James Dudley Fowler and Herbert Johnston Fowler; and sisters, Nita Fae Fowler, Jewel Alene Hightower and Judy Irene Chumley. Cremation has taken place and at his request, no formal services will be held at this time. A graveside memorial service will be held in the near future. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Idaho State Veterans Home in Lewiston. Arrangements are under the direction of the Blackmer Funeral Home in Grangeville. Photo: Eugene C. Fowler Annette Blanche Plank, 80, Orofino Annette Blanche Plank 80, Orofino, passed away at her residence Saturday, Aug. 29, 2009. A graveside service will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday Sept. 5 at the Orofino Riverside Cemetery. A gathering of family and friends will follow at her home. Concurrent with her graveside service, there will also be one held for Earl B. Plank. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel is caring for arrangements. Norma H. Mittendorf, 89  Norma J. Mittendorf, beloved mother of six children, died Monday, Aug. 24, 2009, at Life Care Center in Lewiston, after many years of debilitating back and leg pain. She was 89. Born at home in Missoula, MT, on June 29, 1920, Norma was the youngest of Alice and Andrew Nagle's three daughters. Her two older sisters, Julia and Thelma, preceded her in death. Her school years were spent in Butte, MT, where she met and later married George A. Mittendorf on Feb. 11, 1937. The couple's early married years found them in Montana and Missouri, George's home state, where they were co-owners of The Ozark Playground, a large and well-known dance hall and service station. They also lived in Oregon and Washington, where they owned and operated a small fleet of dump trucks. It was a flip of a coin that brought them and their four small children - Shirley, Ken, Ted and Tim - to Idaho in 1945, to the 640-acre ranch they had bought on a whim, virtually sight unseen. This ranch, located between the Sunnyside Bench Road and Cavendish outside Orofino, became home to the family. Registered Hereford cattle and hogs were raised as well as alfalfa hay and wheat. Sons Jack and Brad were born during these ranching days. George continued to work his trucking business to help support his growing family, which included his wife, six children, father, and hired man. Lewiston has been home to the Mittendorfs since 1956, after selling the ranch, except for four years spent in Canyonville, OR, while George was building roads with his trucks in the southern Oregon area. He preceded his wife in death in 1985. Norma enjoyed reading, working in her yard, line-dancing with her friends at the Lewiston Senior Center and traveling with her daughter, Shirley, and others. She participated in the Oregon Trail Tour; cruised through the Panama Canal; sailed Alaskan glacier-filled waters; line-danced aboard a Mexican Riviera cruise; saw the beauty of Hawaii with her son, Ken, now deceased; and sipped champagne after an exhilarating hot-air balloon ride in Oregon's lovely Willamette Valley on her 78th birthday in 1998. Due to a serious back problem and the inability to walk without assistance, Norma was admitted to an assisted living facility in 1999 and to Life Care Center in 2005, remaining there until her death. Survivors include a daughter, Shirley A. LeBlanc of Oak Harbor, WA; four sons, Ted G. Mittendorf of Yuma, AZ, Tim C. Mittendorf of Port Orchard, WA, Jack D. Mittendorf of Clarkston, WA, and Brad Mittendorf of Winchester; seven grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. Services will be conducted at 10 a.m. Saturday at Vassar-Rawls Funeral Home in Lewiston, with the Rev. Richard Pogue officiating. Burial will follow at Normal Hill Cemetery in Lewiston. Public thanks to Life Care Center for the wonderful care she received. Photo: Norma H. Mittendorf David W. Durham "D", 84, Weippe  David W. Durham, 84, of Weippe passed away Aug. 25, 2009, at Clearwater Valley Hospital in Orofino of congestive heart failure. D was born on Sept. 2, 1924 at West Frankfort, IL. to David & Addie Durham. D attended school in West Frankfort and then moved to Los Angeles, CA to live with his sister Evelyn. D entered the Marines when he was 17 years old and served with the 23rd Division where he witnessed the raising of the flag on Iwo Jima. After his honorable discharge, he moved to Weippe where he and his brother, Leiburn, owned a sawmill and did some ranching. Later, he worked for various sawmills and as a heavy duty mechanic for Potlatch. D married Pauline Hafer on June 18, 1961 in Weippe. D was contracted by the Liberian Mining Company for a job in Liberia, West Africa, where he was employed for five years. While in Africa, D and his family had many exciting and interesting adventures, including the birth of their third child under very primitive circumstances. 
Not to be satisfied with his African adventures, he was contracted for a job in the South Pacific Island of Rota which lasted a month. D's opinion of the South Sea Islands was that they were "A nice place to visit, but he wouldn't want to live there." Weippe was calling him and his family back after so many years gypsying. He and his family happily returned to the beautiful Weippe country enjoying the mountains, fresh air and clear water with his beloved wife, children and grandchildren who he loved more than earthly travels. Surviving are his wife, Pauline; three sons, Kent (Delores), Kennewick, WA; Lance (Teresa), Lewiston; Dirk (Jessica), Moscow; six grandchildren, Tyler, Austin, Samantha, Cheyene, Shawn, and Cari; and a sister, Evelyn Brewer. Proceeding D in death were his parents, his two brothers, Edgel and Leiburn and daughter, Carry Bartlett. A memorial service will be held at 10 a.m. Monday, Aug. 31 at Pine Hills Funeral Chapel, Orofino. A memorial reception will follow. The Rebekahs will be serving lunch at 1 p.m. in the I00F Hall in Weippe. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the World Wide Work of Jehovah's Witnesses, Weippe EMT's or your .favorite charity. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel caring for arrangements. Photos: David W. Durham Lyle Dwain Thornton, 59, Orofino Lyle Dwain Thornton, 59, Orofino, passed away Saturday, Aug. 22, 2009, in Orofino. A private family service will be held Friday, Aug. 28. Mountain View Funeral Home of Clarkston, WA has been entrusted with arrangements. David Wallace Durham, 84, Weippe David Wallace Durham, 84, Weippe, passed away Tuesday, Aug. 25, 2009, at Clearwater Valley Hospital in Orofino. A memorial service will be held at 10 a.m. Monday, Aug. 31st, at Pine Hills Funeral Chapel in Orofino. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel is caring for arrangements. Lynda Irene Stark, 67, Orofino Lynda Irene Stark, 67, Orofino, passed away Monday, Aug. 24, 2009, at Clearwater Valley Hospital in Orofino. A graveside service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 29, at Prairie Creek Cemetery at Joseph, OR. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel is caring for arrangements. David lee Gulliksen, 50, Peck  David Lee Gulliksen, 50, Peck, and formerly of Lewiston, passed away Friday, Aug. 21, 2009, after a five year long battle of wills between Dad and cancer. He was born on Oct. 16, 1958, to Norm and Saralee Gulliksen, the second of three boys. In December of 1979, he married Debbie Cash, and together they shared 11 years of marriage and his two baby girls, Shelby and Sheri. In June of 1993, he happily remarried to Kathy Lutes and together they raised their son, Steve. Dave worked at Omark and then as it turned to Blount for 17 years as a machinist, until a work injury disabled him. In better days, he enjoyed the outdoors, his family and most of all his classic cars and Harleys, though some were always his works in progress. 
He is survived by his wife, Kathy; children, Shelby, Sheri and Steve; his sweet baby granddaughter, Eva Belle; his parents, Norm and Saralee; his brothers, Terry and John, as well as his nephew, Tyler; and niece, Amber. We may have lost a husband, a father, a grandpa, a son, a brother, an uncle and a friend; but he's gained peace and solitude, and we've gained an angel. At Dad's request, cremation has taken place and there will be no service held. In lieu, family and friends are welcomed to join a potluck gathering at Hereth Park in the Lewiston Orchards on Saturday, Aug. 29 at 2 p.m. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel is caring for arrangements. Photos: David Lee Gulliksen Ernestene D. Becker, 97, former resident Ernestene D. Becker passed away Friday, Aug. 14, 2009, at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center in Lewiston.  She was born Aug. 9, 1912, at Wallowa, OR, to Claude and Ida Harvey Huffman. She was the third of five children. In 1917, at the age of five she moved to Clarkston, WA. In 1918, the family moved to Ahsahka, where her father bought a ranch in the Teakean area, and her father had a sawmill. She attended school in Lewiston and Spokane, WA. Her father was a past Idaho state senator. This is where she got her political inspirations. She wrote many letters to the editor for the Tribune opinion page. This made her well known to the public. Ernestene married Amos Mathews on May 20, 1931, at Libby, MT. They later divorced. She then married Ralph Caballero on May 5, 1961, at Coeur d'Alene. They also divorced. She worked for the Hollywood dress shop in Lewiston. She was in sales and did some modeling for Rusann's Women's Apparel in Spokane. She also worked at Lubin's dress shop in Spokane. Later, she worked at Bergman's Dress shop in Walla Walla, WA, until her retirement. She then moved to Spokane, where she later met Johnny Becker at Sprague, WA. They were married June 14, 1984, at Coeur d'Alene. He preceded her in death. She was a lifelong member of the Christian Science Church and a staunch Democrat. She enjoyed crocheting, sewing and playing pinochle. She was known as the Neighborhood Cookie Lady. She loved children and enjoyed her dog, Val. She also enjoyed gardening. Ernestene is survived by two sons, Farrel and Dee Mathews of Lewiston, and Drexel and Marcella Mathews of Athol; a daughter, Gwen Schwane of Clarkston; grandchildren and their spouses, Cheryl and Ron Bashaw of Tacoma, WA, Greg Mathews of Junction City, KA, Doug and Sharon Mathews of Lewiston, Darin Mathews of Spokane, Mark Mathews of Helix, OR, DeLoy and Curtis Marcyes of Renton, WA, Les Mathews of Phoenix, AZ, Janneal Bercell of Post Falls, Randy and Robin Vansickle of Clarkston, Ronda and Steve Beckley of McKinzey, British Columbia, Canada, and Renee and Donald Knight of Las Vegas, NV; and five great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a brother, Manual Hoffman; and three sisters, Freda Deno, Orla Lorinski and Corrine Traylor. A memorial service will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at Merchant Funeral Home in Clarkston. Memorial donations are suggested to Clarkston's Rescue 1. Photo: Ernestene D. Becker Inez Bernice Fults, 92, Orofino Inez Bernice Fults, 92, Orofino, passed away Sunday, Aug. 16, 2009, at Clearwater Valley Hospital in Orofino. A viewing will be held Thursday, Aug. 20, at 10 a.m. at Pine Hills Funeral Chapel with funeral services to follow at 11 a.m. Burial will be at Cook Cemetery. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel is caring for arrangements. Vera Lois Grinolds, 91, formerly of Southwick  Vera Lois Grinolds died of age-related causes at Riverview Residential Care in Clarkston and went to be with her Lord, Jesus Christ, on Saturday, Aug. 1, 2009. She was 91. Vera was born in Palouse on Jan. 30, 1918, to Asa and Ora Dell Oliver-Hill. She graduated from Palouse High School in 1934 and then attended Lewiston Normal School, graduating in 1938. On June 6, 1938, Vera married Ted R. Grinolds Sr. She was a devoted and loving wife for 64 years until Ted passed away in 2002. Vera accomplished many things in her lifetime. She taught school at Spalding in 1939. Vera raised five children and worked alongside her husband Ted at their farm at Southwick from 1944 to 1964. At the age of 48, Vera earned a degree in nursing and began her career as a licensed practical nurse. Vera worked nine years as a dental assistant for Barclay Seibly and then as an LPN for Tri-State Memorial Hospital from 1975 to 1992. She retired at the age of 74. Vera was an active and faithful member of Valley Christian Center from 1964 until her death. She was part of numerous Bible study and prayer groups throughout her lifetime. Vera will be remembered as a strong woman of faith. She believed in the power of prayer and could be counted on in times of need. She was wise and knew the scriptures well, often encouraging others with it. Vera's greatest accomplishment was her family. She enjoyed and looked forward to visits from her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren, as they were her most treasured blessings. Vera was a loving mother and grandmother who will be missed immeasurably. Vera is survived by her son, Neil Grinolds and wife Eva of Juliaetta; son, Lee Grinolds and wife Kathy of Asotin, WA; son, Ted Grinolds Jr. and wife Julie of Wenatchee; WA; daughter, Janice and husband Doug Paynter of Asotin; son, Cliff Grinolds and wife Becky of Clarkston, WA; eight grandchildren, including Jeff, Steve, Connie, Darla, Chris, Angela, Summer and Tyler; 13 great-grandchildren; and a brother, Howard Hill of Spokane, WA. Vera was preceded in death by her husband, Ted Grinolds Sr.; sister, Edith Sorweide; sister, Gladys Lawrence; and brother, Dallas Hill. Viewing will be from 1 to 5 p.m. Friday at Merchant Funeral Home, 1000 Seventh St., Clarkston. The funeral service will be officiated by Pastor Mike Richardson at 10 a.m. Saturday at Valley Christian Center, 3215 Echo Hills Drive, Lewiston. A graveside service will immediately follow at Normal Hill Cemetery in Lewiston. Friends are welcome to join the Grinolds Family at Valley Christian Center for a reception following the graveside service. Photo: Vera Lois Grinolds Michael Akerstrom, 52, Orofino Michael Akerstrom, 52, Orofino passed away Tuesday, Aug. 4, 2009 at Clearwater Valley Hospital. Memorial services are pending. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel is caring for arrangements. Roger Noakes, 63, Orofino Roger Noakes, 63, Orofino, passed away at his residence in Orofino Monday July 27, 2009. Services are pending. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel is caring for arrangements. Robert Joseph 'Goose' Turner, 72, OHS graduate  Robert Joseph 'Goose' Turner, 72, whose early-found talents in sports and music were memorable, died July 25, 2009 in Granite Bay, CA after a long bout with cancer. After school, military service, and a work in the entertainment business, his life-long career had been in the insurance industry in Utah and California, among other states. He was born July 4, 1937 to Katie Hayden Turner (now Carey) and Robert E. Turner in Orofino where he attended school and graduated with prowess in basketball among other sports in 1955 and then earned a Business Administration Degree from Gonzaga University. He later served in the U.S. Army and was there recognized for his sports and musical abilities, entertaining fellow service personnel. A marriage in 1965 ended in divorce. He was remarried in December of 1978 to Timmi, a stewardess and elementary school teacher. They adopted two children, a daughter Kelly and a son Bret who joined his own daughter Stacy from his earlier marriage. Over the years, the Turners lived in Idaho, Utah, Oklahoma, Washington and longest in California. 
Though his main career in life has was as an insurance broker, in his early days he was the lead singer for a group called the "Gigolos," performing in Las Vegas (sometimes right after Wayne Newton, he noted) and in other cities, like Seattle, at the Down Beat and Colony Club. The group had a piano, bass, sax and Turner sang and played stand-up drums. He also once played for the now defunct Phillips Oilers basketball program, long ago. After entering the insurance business, he would still entertain at conventions, keeping at the entertaining business for a while, informally. He started played sax in high school and later with some dance bands, but later found singing was easier. His favorite hobby and sport was golf, having served as an officer and board member on golf clubs to which he belonged, Granite Bay and Indian Creek. A happy day is when I break 80 on the golf course, he said. Golf, movies and local theatre were his preferred entertainment. Favorite place lived, he said in 1995, was Morro Bay CA. The Turners had a second home there near the ocean and two great golf courses. When he was younger and, he said, more energetic, Turner was promoted nine times in the 18 years he was with Allstate Insurance; the last position was as Northwest California sales manager. Besides his wife Timmi, he is survived by three children Stacy, Kelly and Bret all in California, his mother Katie Carey in Milton, WA. and her two sons, James and Steve, Bob's half brothers. Services are scheduled Aug. 6 in Granite Bay, followed by a military service there the next day. Photos: Top--Robert Joseph 'Goose' Turner in 2005, Second-'Goose' in 1955 (Photos courtesy of John Werner)
Margaret Butler, 95, Orofino valedictorian Margaret Butler passed on to her heavenly home Saturday, July 11, 2009. Margaret Hazel Hechman Butler was born Dec. 11, 1913, to Arjie Heckman and Minnie Allanspach Hechman. She was born at the family home in the Waha area. During her childhood she attended grade school at the Flatiron school. In her high school years she attended Asotin, Lapwai and Orofino high schools. Margaret worked for room and board with different families to be able to attend school. She graduated valedictorian of her class from Orofino High School in May 1933. The next year she attended Normal School at Lewiston (now Lewis-Clark State College). She graduated with a teaching degree and taught kindergarten through eighth grades at Melrose. Margaret married Loyd A. Butler Nov. 24, 1936, at Grangeville. They had an adventuresome marriage. She started out a young bride, cooking for ranch hands at the Halsey ranch near Anatone, WA. She and Loyd later ran a grocery store and gas station in Asotin, WA during the Depression. Farm life again became their passion and they moved to the Gifford area. She was a farm wife who enjoyed gardening, flowers and all of God's beauty. Margaret belonged to the Lutheran women's group in years past and the Gifford homemakers club. Her gifts to people were her friendship and caring, card sending and letter writing. Margaret is survived by daughter, Linda L. Andrews and husband Art Andrews of Lewiston; son, Loren D. Butler and wife Marcia Butler of Lenore; daughter, Shirley L. Boyer and husband Bruce Boyer of Culdesac; sisters, Gloria Anderson and Birdie Jackson, both of Lewiston; 11 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; and several loving nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, sister, Amanda, brother, Wayne; and her husband of 68 years, Loyd. She spent her last three years at their beloved home in Summit. Burial was at the Gifford Cemetery. Donations for her life celebration can be made to Good Hope Lutheran Church, 28157 Settlement Road, Lenore, ID 83541. The family thanks the many friends, neighbors and family who enriched her life. She will be missed. Sally Lucille Lombard, 90, Orofino Sally Lucille Lombard, 90, Orofino, passed away at Clearwater Health and Rehabilitation in Orofino Friday, July 24, 2009. A graveside service will be held at 1 p.m. Thursday, July 30, at Weippe Cemetery. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel is caring for arrangements. Douglas D. Hoffman, 68, Peck Douglas D. Hoffman, 68, Peck, passed away Saturday, July 25, 2009, at his residence. Arrangements are pending at Malcom's Brower-Wann Funeral Home in Lewiston. Steven Robert Weeks, 63, formerly of Orofino  Steven Robert Weeks died July 9, 2009 at the Pinewood Care Center in Coeur d'Alene from complications of pneumonia. He was born March 15, 1946 in Kamiah to Robert Weeks and Diane Hazelbaker- Weeks. Steve loved the Clearwater Valley and lived there most of his life. He attended schools in Kamiah, Kooskia and Orofino. He sometimes caught a fish or two during school hours, but he hated it when he got caught skipping as cutting his own willow switch never ended well. Steve was a true rebel from the 60's with the cars, the cigarette in his mouth and you-can't-stop-me attitude. He enjoyed working on car motors and always had one or two in pieces with a couple more in the wings that he was doing some horse trading on. He had a variety of jobs mostly working in the woods making posts or wood to sell to keep some money in his pocket. He never had much, but would give you the shirt off his back if you needed it more than he did. Steve was close to a few of his cousins and together they tormented much of the valley with their drinking and fighting for the rights of the little guy. The family moved to Oregon and Steve lived in several different places with a variety of jobs. He married twice and created partnerships that provided him with a large extended family. He moved several times between Oregon and Idaho and eventually came back to Kooskia and opened a tire shop. He liked to drive around and check on his Dad, uncles and cousins in the area and see how many deer he could see from his pickup window. Steve is survived by his daughters, Peggy Franke (Mike) of Baker City, OR and Kathy Roberts (Jim) of Ogden, UT; mother, Diane Elkins of Yakima, WA; brothe,r Larry Weeks (Dee) of Lewiston; and sister, Dawna Mae Glenn (Jerry) of Yakima, WA. Other survivors include stepsister, Donna Marie Davis of Prescott, AZ and adopted sister, Barbie Elkins of Baker City, OR. He had four grandchildren, two great grandchildren and many in his extended family who called him Dad or Grandpa. He was Uncle Steve to many special nieces and nephews and enjoyed the friendship of his cousins throughout his life. He was preceded in death by his father and stepmother Robert and Carolyn Weeks and his stepfather Dan Elkins. Steve's health began declining several years ago. He first had caregivers in his home and eventually needed the facilities of a nursing home, first in Orofino and then in Coeur d' Alene. He was very thankful for the many calls he received from friends and family and to those who made the trip to see him wherever he was. Steve loved the many wonderful aspects of the Clearwater Valley to include its people, abundant wildlife and beautiful rivers. He is now at peace and back home. Graveside inurnment will be 11 a.m. Saturday, July 18, 2009 at Pine Grove Cemetery in Kooskia. A no-host lunch will follow. Arrangements are under the care of Trenary's Funeral Home. Photo: Steven Robert Weeks Rosie M. Gortsema, 77 Rose Marie "Rosie" Gortsema, 77, of Grangeville, passed away Monday, July 13, 2009, at the Grangeville Health and Rehabilitation Center. 
Rosie was born May 23, 1932 at Grangeville, a daughter of Richard and Zelma Jess Seay. She attended Grangeville schools, graduating from Grangeville High School in 1950. She married Wilbur M. Gortsema on June 1, 1950 at Grangeville. She worked for Sam and Muriel Lindsey as a housekeeper before going to work at Lindsley's Furniture as an interior decorator. Mr. Gortsema passed away in 1974 from a logging accident. She ran Mac's Bar and Restaurant in White Bird in the 1980's and then returned to interior decorating and retired in the mid 1990's. She was a member of the Grangeville Elks Lodge. She liked to fish on the South Fork of the Clearwater River and Mill Creek. She also enjoyed gardening, especially raising flowers. She is survived by her children, Rod and wife Teena Gortsema of Orofino; Connie Carlin of Arlington, WA; Monty "Butch" and wife Dawn of Proctor, MN; and Debbie Armstrong of Arlington, WA; one brother, Dick and Juanita Seay and their children of Grangeville; grandchildren, Alicia and Guy Ellibee of Clarkston, WA; Brian Gortsema and Christi Gortsema both of Grangeville; Cory Carlin of Trinidad, CO; Mathew Armstrong of Everett, WA; Trisha Gortsema and Josh Gortsema, both of Chardon, NE; and Shauna Gortsema of Crawford, NE; seven great grandchildren, four step grandchildren, and two step great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Wilbur; and one sister, Pat Brown. A private family service will be held at a later date. Arrangements are under the direction of the Blackmer Funeral Home in Grangeville. Photo: Rose Marie "Rosie" Gortsema Rosemary G. Lindsey, 60  LEWISTON--Rosemary G. Lindsey, 60 of Lewiston passed away Monday, July 13, 2009, at St. Joseph's Regional Medical Center in Lewiston from cancer. Rosemary was born June 16, 1949 at Orofino, Idaho a daughter of Rev. Lyndon and Shirley Delp Mack. She attended Lewiston Schools. She and Walt Lindsey were married for 20 years. She was employed at St. Joseph's Regional Medical Center as a operating room assistant and considered Blessed Hope Assembly of God her home church. Rosemary will be remembered as a person with the "Welcome Mat" always out. She was a vibrant, loving and kind person and went the second mile to help wherever she could. She loved her family, loved gardening her flowers and birds. She also loved to cook, go boating and fishing with her husband Walt, her friends and family. Rosemary enjoyed being with people and always had a big smile on her face even when she was in pain. Rosemary, you will be missed by all those you touched- your family, friends, coworkers and all who knew her! She is survived by her husband, Walt of Lewiston, her son, Merlin Rogers of Lewiston; her daughter, Melanie Rogers of Lewiston; her brother, Robert Mack of New Meadows; her step son, Walter O. Lindsey of Lewiston; and her aunt, Audrey Manning of Eugene, OR. She is also survived by many nieces, nephews and cousins as well as many friends, and coworkers who will never forget her love, her big smile, helping hand and caring heart. She was preceded in death by her parents. Services will be held Saturday, July 17, at 10 a.m. at the Lindsey cabin on the Salmon River, four miles south of White Bird. Burial will follow at White Bird Cemetery. Services are under the direction of Blackmer Funeral Home, Grangeville. The family suggests memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society. Condolences may be sent to the family at: Blackmerfuneralhome.com. Photo: Rosemary G. Lindsey Leo Thornton, 82, formerly of Orofino Leo Thornton, formerly of Orofino, passed away Thursday, July 9, 2009, in Ninilchick, AK. He was born Jan 2, 1927 in Orofino to Leon and Ethel Thornton. He attended Orofino schools. Leo served on a destroyer in the U.S. Navy and his ship was hit by a Japanese kamikaze plane. Later, he worked as a fireman at the airfield at Fairbanks, AK. Leo was an avid fisherman and hunter. He is survived by his two daughters, Gail of Ninilchick, AK and Corrine of Alt, CO; brother, Donald Thornton of Juliaetta; sisters, Leonetta Spencer of Kamiah, Irene Parson of Ohio, Lozetta Holloway of Kamiah; his grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. He is being cremated and his ashes will be spread on Cook Island. Family in North Central Idaho will have a potluck gathering to remember him. Marvin Crawford, 64, Orofino  Marvin Crawford passed away Monday, July 6, 2009 at his home in Orofino. He was 64 years old. Marvin was born Sept. 9, 1946 and was raised in Pioneer, CA. He had worked with Pacific Gas and Electric for over 44 years. Marvin was a longtime resident of Livermore, CA and moved to Orofino with his family in 1995. He loved fishing and hunting at an early age. Camping and riding his ATVs with his family and friends were his joy. Marvin had been an active member of the P.L.A.Y. (Public Lands Access Year-round) organization since it was established over 10 years ago. Marvin loved the dogs that he had throughout his life, and the many pets that his wife and daughter would bring home. He especially enjoyed his saltwater fish. Marvin leaves in God's hands his wife Linda of 45 years; his two children, son Michael Crawford, and daughter Tess Bradley and son-in-law Levi Bradley; two grandchildren, Jessica Civitello and Bruce Bradley; and his two brothers Don Crawford of Mokelumme Hill, CA and Rob Ahlers of Livermore, CA. A memorial service will be held Friday, July 10, 2 p.m. at the Crawford residence, 4060 Eureka Ridge Loop Rd. The family has asked in lieu of flowers that donations are made in Marvin's name to the Public Lands Access Year-round, P.O. Box 2531, Orofino, ID 83544. Russell Ray Montambo, Sr., 74, Orofino  "How come I love you so much...Because you're all mine." Russell Ray Montambo, Sr. passed away July 6, 2009 at St. Josephs Regional Medical Center in Lewiston he was 74. He was born to Robert and Norine (Ellsworth) Montambo on Dec. 14, 1934 in Merriweather, MI. Russell served four years in the U.S. Air Force with his twin brother, Roger Montambo. They did their basic training at Lackland Air Force Base in Texas. The entered the Air Force together in Jan. 1, 1952. Both Russell and Roger served one year in Korea and 2 ½ years in Masowa. Japan. They were discharged Jan 2, 1956. Their motto was "The First to Arrive & the Last to Leave." He married Joan Ann Stevens on Sept. 15, 1956 in Orofino where they raised their family. They had four children. Russell worked construction for William G. Cummings and Continental Construction and also spent many years driving truck for Barnett Logging, Ken Miller Logging and other companies in the area. Russell was preceded in death by his wife Joan Ann and parents, Robert and Norine Montambo, and a sister, Nancy Joyce Montambo. 
Russell took the role of both Mom and Dad after his wife's passing and was a wonderful loving, giving father. He was truly one of a kind that would give the shirt off his back and often did. Russell is survived by his sons, Steven R. Montambo, Montesano, WA and Russell R. Montambo Jr. of Orofino; daughters, Tammy L. Hackney, Elma, WA and Brenda L. Stuck of Lenore. He is also survived by 14 grandchildren: Jodie, Jamie, Michael, Marcus, Nathan, Kim, Jerod, Nick, Heath, Travis, Nichole, Stephanie, Mindy and Joe and 15 great grandchildren. His four sisters: Patricia Searls, Boring, OR; Connie Fry, Sandy, OR; Kathy Searls, Portland, OR and Sharon Schlaht of Sandy, OR and five brothers: Robert Montambo, Orofino; twin-Roger Montambo, Lewiston; James Montambo, Orofino; Bruce Montambo, Orofino; and Michael Montambo of Boring, OR; also survive him. He will be loved and missed greatly by his entire family and friends. A public viewing will be held Wednesday, July 8, from 3-5 p.m. Funeral Services will be held Thursday, July 9, at 10 a.m. at Pine Hills Funeral Chapel with burial to follow at Weseman Cemetery. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel is caring for arrangements. Photos: Russell Ray Montambo Sr. Blanche Dorendorf, 83, Orofino native Blanche M. (Blevins) Dorendorf of Deary died Saturday, July 4, 2009 at Gritman Hospital in Moscow. She was 83.  Blanche was born March 25, 1926, at Orofino to Robert "Steven" and Bertie Weinmann Blevins. She attended schools in Ahsahka and Orofino and attended beauty school in Lewiston. She married Ted Dorendorf on June 15, 1957, at Lewiston. Blanche was a homemaker. She enjoyed gardening, berry picking, growing roses from cuttings, and crafts. She loved to play pinochle at the Kendrick card parties and also enjoyed visiting with family and friends. She was especially proud of her children and grandchildren and loved to share her brag book. She and Ted raised seven children: Christy and husband Dan Asbury or Vancouver, WA; Eric of Benton City, WA. Bertie and husband Lynn Woodin of Deary; Steve and wife Sandy of Fiddletown, CA; Vernon "Pete" Dorendorf of Moscow; Julie and husband Roger Osborn of Lewiston; and Ted of Moscow. She is also survived by 22 grandchildren, numerous great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ted, in May; her sisters, Freida Campbell, Georgia Bell, Juanita Stamper; brother, Grover Blevins; and her parents. The funeral service will be held Friday, July 10, at 11 a.m. at Short's Funeral Chapel in Moscow. Pastor Matt Hallson will officiate and burial will follow at the Moscow Cemetery. A covered dish dinner will also be held at the Deary Community Center following. The family suggests memorials be made to the Deary Community Center or to the Deary Ambulance Fund. Arrangements have been entrusted to Short's Funeral Chapel and online condolences may be left at www.shortsfuneralchapel.net. Photo: Blanche Dorendorf Eileen L. Patrick, 82  Eileen L. Patrick passed away Sunday, June 28, 2009, at her home in Asotin. She was born March 6, 1917, at Asotin, WA, to Nellie McMillan Pierce and Ralph L. Pierce. She lived in Cloverland for a short time before the family moved to Lewiston, and later to Culdesac, where she graduated with honors from high school. She worked at Smith's Frozen Foods in Lewiston for many years before retiring from there. Eileen married Darwin Shaughnessy. They later divorced. She married James J. Patrick in 1954. He died in 1979. Eileen spent her time playing with her great-nieces and nephews. She loved to have them visit with her. She is survived by her sister-in-law, Bonnie Pierce of Asotin; her niece, Donna Pollock of Asotin; nephew Glenn Pierce of Clarkston, WA; great-nephew Cory Pollock of Orofino; great-nieces Tia Norland of Orofino and Bridget Sandoval of Anatone, WA; great-great-nieces, Elizabeth, Paloma, Ruby and Stephanie; and great-great-nephews, Marco and Thomas. She was preceded in death by her son, John Shaughnessy; brothers Leslie Dale Pierce and Bruce Pierce; her parents, Ralph and Nellie Pierce; and her husband, James Patrick. Visitation will be from 2 to 5 p.m. today at Merchant Funeral Home in Clarkston. A graveside service will be at 2 p.m. Thursday at Vineland Cemetery in Clarkston. Photo: Eileen L. Patrick Martin Homer 'Dick' Cheney, 69, Orofino Martin Homer 'Dick' Cheney, 69, Orofino, passed away Thursday, June 13, 2009 at Sacred Heart Medical Center, Spokane, WA, suffering massive heart failure.  Graveside services will be at 2 p.m., Tuesday, June 23, at Riverside Cemetery in Payette. Services are under the direction of Shaffer-Jensen Memory Chapel, Payette. Dick was born May 22, 1940 in LaGrande, OR to Martin U. and Stella (Phipps) Cheney. He grew up in many locations such as New Plymouth, Vale, OR, and eventually graduated from high school in John Day, OR. After graduating from high school, he went on to serve in our military and we are proud of his service to our country. Dick became employed with the Burlington Northern Railroad in various states, working mostly in Sheridan, WY and eventually retired with them. After years of living in Sheridan, WY, he ended up in Elk City, ID where he finished out the remainder of his life with Farris. He was an amazing kind hearted, fun loving man and lived his life to the fullest while hunting, fishing, camping, and enjoying the outdoors. Dick spent many hours in the trees of Elk City and other locations such as Alaska hunting deer, bears and other species. Dick will be met in heaven by his parents Martin and Stella Cheney of Payette. However, he leaves behind many who loved him including his wife, Farris of Orofino; daughter, Leslie and grandson, Logan of The Colony, TX; son, Perry and grandchildren, Levi and Mckenzie of Eugene, OR; sister, Margaret of Star; and nieces, Marta of Payette, and Marla of Eagle. Although these are immediate family members there are many family members he is leaving behind. We will truly miss you. His vivacious personality and caring heart will be missed everyday by the rest of us that live on. Rest in peace, we love you. Photo: Martin Homer 'Dick' Cheney Janice 'Ootsie' Elaine Sundayman, 60 Janice 'Ootsie' Elaine Sundayman, 60, was born Aug. 11, 1948 in Lewiston to Milton James Broncheau Sr. and Elizabeth Moody of Ahsahka. Janice attended school at Ahsahka, Orofino and Plummer. She was an enrolled member of the Nez Perce Tribe and a lifelong member of the Northfork Presbyterian Church. Janice was married twice and divorced until she met the love of her life of 22 years, Aaron Sundayman. Janice enjoyed spending time with family, helping cook for special events and everyone especially loved her potato salad and her War Dance soup (Pax am siix). Janice had a wonderful sense of humor and loved making family and friends laugh. She especially loved her grandchildren. When Janice was able to, she really enjoyed going out for trips to the mountains. She loved to sing and tell stories and read the Bible to the kids. Janice is survived by two children. a son, Vernon Bogar II, and wife, Patty Bogar, of Cle Elum, WA, and a daughter, Elizabeth Hill, and husband, Dennis Hill, of Orofino. Janice is survived by eight grandchildren Vernon Bogar III, Bobby Bogar, Timina Bogar, Kaileah Bogar, Nika Hill, Gabrielle Hill, Jason Hill, and Brandon Bogar and one great grandchild Skyler Bogar. Janice is also survived by two sisters, Dorothy Hudson and Susan Coomer and four brothers, Donald Broncheau, Walter Broncheau, William Broncheau and Milton Broncheau Jr. Janice was preceded in death by 11 siblings; her son, Jason Bogar and her husband, Aaron Sundayman. A Memorial Service will be held Saturday, June 20, at 10 a.m. at Pine Hills Funeral Chapel in Orofino. A potluck is to follow at Teweepuu Center. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Pine Hills for Janice's headstone. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel is caring for arrangements. Robert Bruce Hylton, 87, Orofino  Robert Bruce Hylton born April 24, 1922 in Oregon City, passed away June 14, 2009 to be with the Lord. He was born to Louis and Edna Hylton. He is preceded in death by his wife Helen in 2005 after 50 years of marriage; his parents, two sisters; a brother, Conrad; and a step-daughter, Delores. He was a veteran of World War II serving in Africa and Europe. Later, he moved to Orofino and owned the Riverside Motel. He was a member of the First Baptist Church and served as a Deacon for several years. Bob's passing leaves step-son, Jim and Karen Lawlor; five grandchildren; brother-in-law, Robert and Evelyn Marsh; sisters-in-law, Velva Marsh, Linda Neklason and Gladys Brydges. He will be missed by many friends, nieces and nephews. Rest in Peace. A Memorial Service will be held Friday, June 19 at 11 a.m. at the First Baptist Church in Orofino. A potluck luncheon will follow at noon. Memorials can be made in Bob's name to: American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 22718, Oklahoma City, OK 73123-1718. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel is caring for arrangements. Photo: Robert Bruce Hylton Thenton L. Todd, 92, worked on Dworshak Dam construction  Thenton L. Todd was born at Webb July 24, 1916, to Leora and Elisha Todd. He passed away Saturday, June 13, 2009, of age-related causes. He attended Webb School for eight years and graduated from Lapwai High School in 1934, and then continued his education at Lewiston Normal School for two years. He married Donna Harris in December, 1940, at Lewiston. He was a cattle rancher and farmer, and had a passion for raising Appaloosa horses. He owned and operated water trucks for 40 years, and helped with the new Culdesac Grade in 1959. He was especially proud of working on U.S. Highway 12 along the Lochsa River for three years, and for several summers used his truck to help fight forest fires. Thenton worked at Dworshak Dam during its construction, delivering supplies to the drillers. It was at Dworshak that he gained the nickname "Sweetwater Slim," which pleased him very much. After retiring from construction he became a dealer and installer of the first satellite dishes in the area. Thenton worked for 12 years for the highway district, and was a director of Nez Perce County Farmer's Mutual Insurance Company at Kendrick for 25 years. He enjoyed deer and elk hunting in his earlier years. He always looked forward to the annual after-harvest hunting trip with his dad and brother Curtis, as well as other family members and friends. He owned pack strings for three years and enjoyed traveling the Lolo Trail in the late 1950s and early 1960s. He was fond of the cairns that were used by the Native Americans like a post office to tell one another that the fishing and hunting was good south of the Lochsa River. Thenton was a man of faith and was an active member of the Lapwai Valley Presbyterian Church, where he served as an elder for more than 40 years. One of his fondest memories was his and Donna's trip to Sitka, AK, when he represented their church at a Presbyterian conference. He is survived by his wife, Donna; his three daughters, Shirley and Chuck Lyons of Troy, Linda and Willie Boyer of Lapwai, and Cherry and Norm Tippett of Lewiston; nephew, Marcus and Ann Todd of St. Maries; his grandchildren, Tammy and Glenn Silaski, Curt and Leah Boyer, Scott and Jennifer Johnson, Sandra and David Mahan, Jeff and Shelley Boyer, Melissa and Glen Bierman and Derek Johnson; 10 great-grandchildren, Elisha Silaski, Nicole Mahan, Curtis Boyer, Jackson Silaski, Jasmine Boyer, Isabelle Bierman, Taya Johnson, Jaycee Johnson, Josiah Bierman and Hadley Boyer; as well as many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, his twin sister Thelma Lane; sister, Helen Walsh; and brother, Curtis Todd. A graveside service will be conducted at 2 p.m. Wednesday at Lewis-Clark Memorial Gardens in Lewiston. Vassar-Rawls Funeral Home in Lewiston is assisting with arrangements. In lieu of flowers the family suggests memorial donations in Thenton's name be made to Lapwai Valley Presbyterian Church. Photo: Thenton L. Todd John Carter Scott, 89, formerly of Headquarters John Carter Scott passed away Wednesday, June 10, 2009, at Sacred Heart Medical Center in Spokane, WA. He was born Nov. 30, 1919, at Davis City, Iowa. He was the second child of his mother, Una McClaran Scott and father Erald Scott. During his high school years he learned the benefits of hard work and thrift by working at his dad's grocery store. He graduated from Davis City High School in 1938 and then attended Graceland College in Lamoni, Iowa. In 1940, he married Anita Ruth McAlwee. They began their marriage in Davis City, but were soon overtaken by the chaotic events of World War II. John enlisted in the United States Army Air Corps and was sent to Reno, NV, for basic training. He completed cadet and pilot training in the Mitchell B-25 bomber and was in the process of being transferred to the Pacific combat zone when the war ended.After the war, John and Anita tried farming in partnership with his father in Iowa. Too many long days in the corn fields and the responsibility for too many cows, sheep and hogs convinced him to try another way. In 1949, they moved to Headquarters, where John was a Potlatch Forests camp clerk. John worked for Potlatch until his retirement in 1983. His career at Potlatch included positions as "cat boss," construction foreman, camp foreman, contract logging supervisor and finally the Headquarters unit logging manager. His quiet demeanor, fair treatment of people and ability to get the job done earned him great respect from his peers in the logging industry. During their years with Potlatch, John and Anita "volunteered" to join the company's tropical logging experiment in Western Samoa. John was responsible for the training and supervision of the native Samoans in logging practices and the operation of modern logging equipment. Although the logging operation was short-lived, the social and cultural experiences he encountered there had a great influence on his life. Both John and Anita left with profound respect for the people of Samoa. During this time they were also able to visit many other countries in the South Pacific, including Fiji and New Zealand. After his retirement, John and Anita moved to Hayden for several years before returning to Lewiston. John was a farmer at heart and loved to tend his flower gardens, trees and lawn. He also liked woodworking and made furniture and decorative things out of wood. Several really nice things he made are still in the family home. He also liked to take their pet Yorkie, Chipper, for walks along the Lewiston levee paths. John is survived by Anita, his wife of 69 years; his children, Peggy Koellmann and husband Udo of Spokane, and John Scott and wife Earlinia of Clarkston, WA; his brothers, Julian Scott and Ronald Scott of Portland, OR; as well as four grandchildren and a number of great-grandchildren. His parents and a sister, Lu Ellen Scott Cox, preceded him in death. A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Friday at Merchant Funeral Home in Clarkston. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to the Lewis-Clark Animal Shelter. Photo: John Carter Scott Albert Wolverton, 83, formerly of Orofino Born 1925...Died 2009  Albert was raised on Wells Bench in the cabin built by his father. Albert was an honest, compassionate, gentle man who has left this world and is now "dancing with the stars". He graduated from Orofino High School, a four-year letterman in boxing. He was a World War II vet and an avid target shooter with Washington and Idaho championships. He was a square-dancer and a square-dance caller for more than 55 years with beloved wife, Elsie. As a self-taught electrician, he operated the only motor rewinding shop between Seattle and St. Louis. He kept the "light on" for log mills, school districts, water and sewer districts, for all municipal districts including Kamiah, Pierce, Weippe, Peck and Orofino, and for the U.S. Forest Service. He was an educator giving history, shooting and dancing lessons to lots of people. He used his sharp wit and buoyant personality to keep you laughing (mostly at your own expense). He was also a published poet. One of his favorites was:You'll Win If When you think that life has given you a swift kick in the pants, Albert was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Arlond; and sister, Mala. He is survived by his beloved wife of 63 years, Elsie; his children, Mildred, Linda and Duane; sister, Carol; numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren; and an extended family of friends and family of dancers. Cremation has taken place and no services are planned. Donations to St. Joseph's Hospice and Orofino Senior Center would be appreciated in lieu of flowers. Photo: Albert Wolverton calling square dance (file photo) Chester Winder, 88, Orofino  Chester Winder, 88 of Orofino passed away peacefully May 29, 2009 at his residence due to complications of age. Chester Winder was born May 16, 1921 in Qulin, MO to Joseph & Ida (Allen) Winder. At the age of 16 he travelled to Oregon to work in a C.C. Camp then traveled back to Cape Girardeau, MO and worked for M.E. Leming Lumber Co. Chester did some carpenter work for a few years and worked in St. Louis, MO on the railroad for a short period, ending back at M.E. Leming Lumber Co. until he retired. Chester married Selma McClard on November 20, 1940. They later divorced in 1969. He was in the Army in 1940 and received a medical discharge due to injuries received. Chester Winder is survived by his daughters: Brenda Davis of Orofino and Linda Bruce of Jackson, MO.; granddaughter, Cheryl Davis of Peck; grandsons: Chad David of Brunswick, GA, Michael Davis of Orofino; great-granddaughter; Brenda Davis of Lewiston; grandsons: Scott Bruce and Christopher Bruce, both of Jackson, MO and great-grandson Truett Bruce of Jackson, MO. He was preceded in death by his parents Joe and Ida Winder, sisters: Dorothy Abernathy and Martha Bagby and brothers: Bill Winder, Bob Winder and Wink Winder. The Family of Chester Winder will be taking him to Featherville to rest where he loved to go camping and spent time enjoying nature. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel is caring for arrangements. Photo: Chester Winder Vivian Corbett Allman, 64, Orofino  Our beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and aunt, Vivian Corbett Allman went to be with the Creator on May 27, 2009 of natural causes. Vivian was born on April 10, 1945 to Alicia Corbett. With the help of her grandparents, Warren and Suzy Moody Corbett, Vivian was raised at their Ahsahka home, which was located along the river. As a child, Vivian attended the Ahsahka Presbyterian Church every Sunday with her cousins. Her Grandmother Suzy made sure they all attended church. She attended elementary school at the Ahsahka School, Orofino Elementary School and St. Anthony's School, located in southeastern Idaho. Vivian married Cecil Daniels in 1959 and gave birth to their oldest son Jerry in 1962 and then their son David in 1963. They raised their boys at Cherry Lane Bridge on the Daniels family ranch. She grew her own vegetable gardens and always had a milk cow on hand. She loved canning her own vegetables, meats, and salmon as well as making her homemade butter. As her boys grew older and began to attend school at Lapwai, she decided to join the work force again and worked at the Lapwai Elementary School as a teachers' aid from 1972 to 1974. She then went to work at the Knotty Pine Inn at Kendrick from 1975 to 1977 as a bartender/cook and discovered one of her many talents at cooking. Her marriage to Cecil ended in 1987 and she moved in with her older sister, Lydia and brother-in-law Mickey Steele at their Orofino home. Vivian worked as the head cook at the Dworshak Big Eddy Restaurant from 1985 to 1986 where she met the love of her life William (Bill) Allman Jr. and they were later married in 1994. Vivian began another cooking job with the Orofino Nursing Home from 1987 to 1994. She decided to move to State Hospital North as a cook in 1994, and she was forced into an early retirement due to health issues in 2008. She always told her family how important her co-workers were to her as well as how much she enjoyed working with them all. Each of you know who you are and do not forget how much she loved each of you. When Vivian was not working she wanted to spend her time out in the mountains driving around, looking for huckleberries, kouskous root, mushrooms, or looking for the perfect fishing hole. Kelly Creek was her favorite place to camp with her family and she loved to go hunting with friends and family. Vivian is survived by her husband Bill at their Orofino home; son Jerry Daniels and fiancé Hillarie, granddaughter, Emalie, and step-granddaughters Mary and Dawn; her son, David Daniels, wife Janice, and granddaughters Amanda and Keri; her step-children Bonnie and family, Shirley and family and Willie and family. She is also survived by her sisters, Lydia Steele and family, Delores Hughes and family and her brother, Jerry and family. Survivors also include all of her many cousins with her favorite cousin, Diane Singer, who was like a sister to her. She was preceded in death by her mother, Alicia Corbett, and grandparents, Warren and Suzy Moody Corbett. At Vivian's request cremation will take place and a memorial service will be held at the Spaulding Park June 6 beginning at 11 a.m. Photo: Vivian Corbett Allman Chester Winder, 88, Orofino Chester Winder, 88, passed away at his Orofino residence Friday, May 29, 2009. Following his wishes, cremation will take place and no services are planned at this time. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel is caring for of arrangements. June Luvena Snyder, 87, Orofino June Luvena Snyder, 87, Orofino passed away at Clearwater Valley Hospital in Orofino Wednesday, May 27, 2009. A public viewing will be held at Pine Hills Funeral Chapel from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday, June 1. Following will be a graveside service at Weseman Cemetery at 2 p.m. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel is caring for arrangements. Vivian Corbett Allman, 64, Orofino Vivian Corbett Allman, 64, Orofino, passed away at her home Wednesday, May 27, 2009. Following her wishes, cremation will take place. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, June 6, at Spalding Park, 39063 U.S. Highway 95, Spalding. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel is caring for arrangements. Theodore W. "Ted" Dorendorf, 84 Theodore W. "Ted" Dorendorf of Deary died Friday, May 22, 2009, at Aspen Park Healthcare Center in Moscow. He was 84.  Ted was born Aug. 31, 1924 at Kellogg to Fred and Erna Bliesner Dorendorf. Ted's mother died when he was very young and was raised by his grandparents, Andrew and Minnie Dorendorf. He grew up in the Southwick area and attended the Crescent School. Ted served in the South Pacific during World War II. He married Blanche Blevins Carlson on June 15, 1957 in Lewiston. Ted worked for various logging companies including JE Hall and he retired from Potlatch Corporation in 1990. He lived in several communities in North Idaho, including Clarkia and Avery, and has lived in Deary for the last 40 years. Ted enjoyed fishing, gardening and huckleberry picking. He loved to play pinochle at the Kendrick card parties and also enjoyed visiting with family and friends. He and Blanche, who survives him, raised seven children; Christy and husband Dan Asbury or Vancouver, WA, Eric of Benton City, WA. Bertie and husband Lynn Woodin of Deary, Steve and wife Sandy of Fiddletown, CA, Vernon "Pete" Dorendorf of Moscow, Julie and husband Roger Osborn of Lewiston, and Ted of Moscow. He had three children by a previous marriage and is survived by 22 grandchildren and numerous great-grandchildren. Survivors also include his sisters, Lillian Brown, Vi Roberts and half-sisters, Della Wright, Margaret O'Brien and Carol Forsyth. He was preceded in death by his brother, Floyd, step-brother, George, step-sister, Helen Shook and an infant daughter. A memorial service will be held Saturday, May 30, at 11 a.m. at Short's Funeral Chapel in Moscow with Pastor Matt Hallson officiating. A covered dish dinner reception will follow in Deary. The family suggests memorials be made to the Deary Ambulance Fund or to the Deary Community Center. Arrangements have been entrusted to Short's Funeral Chapel, Moscow, and online condolences may be left at www.shortsfuneralchapel.net. Photo: Theodore W. "Ted" Dorendorf Josephine Campbell, 80, Orofino Josephine Campbell, 80, Orofino, passed away Friday, April 17, 2009. Josephine (Josie) was born Feb 15, 1929 to Benjamin and Lillian (Hettrick) Zumwalt of Grangeville. Josie was the oldest of 11 siblings.  She was raised in Grangeville and Kamiah and attended schools in the area. If you were lucky enough to have known Josie, you remember she was always positive and upbeat. She walked most everywhere she went, and enjoyed getting her exercise and seeing people. She was a homemaker and mother, who did domestic work and enjoyed having family visit. She liked short trips and traveling. She enjoyed her church, and was for many years an active member of the United Methodist Church. In 1951 she married Jim Wisdom and the couple had one daughter. The marriage ended in divorce. In 1959 she married Francis L. Campbell with whom she had three sons. Josie was preceded in death by her husband Francis, a son Ronny and eight siblings. She is survived by three sisters; Goldie Vicory of Orofino, Hazel Goodson and Verla Yates both of Lewiston and one brother Donny of Orofino. She is also survived by three children Judy (Wisdom) Peterson, Robert Campbell, Burke, VA and Keith Campbell of Orofino and four grandchildren. We, her surviving clan, were blessed to have her as our mother and grandmother. We will forever miss her positive attitude and her energy. The family would like to thank all the wonderful caregivers, doctors and nurses for their never-ending attention to Josie and her family at the various hospitals and care facilities. You have a difficult job assisting people on the last miles of their lives and we acknowledge your professional efforts do make a difference and we are ever grateful for your dedication. The family has requested that, in lieu of flowers, donations in her memory be made to the Orofino United Methodist Church, the Orofino Hospice Care or The Alzheimer's Foundation of America. A graveside service will be held Monday, 8 June at 9 a.m. at Lewis-Clark Memorial Gardens. A reception will follow the memorial service. Photo: Josephine Campbell Emery George Bateman, 85, formerly of Lenore  Emery George Bateman, 85, died on Thursday, May 14, 2009, at Paramount Park Assisted Living Facility at Eagle. There will be no public services, at Emery's request. A direct burial will take place at Lewis-Clark Memorial Gardens in Lewiston. Mountain View Funeral Home of Lewiston is in charge of the arrangements. Emery was born on July 13, 1923 in Lapwai, the first son of Harvey and Rose Bateman. His early years of growing up were spent at Cow Creek near Orofino, Winchester and later at Garden Gulch near Lapwai. He attended school at Lapwai and graduated in 1942. In September of that year, he married Myrtea Lavel Cate of Lenore, who was also a member of his senior class at Lapwai. He enlisted in the United States Army on Jan. 19, 1943, and served with the Army Air Corps in England, and later in Wiesbaden, Germany, during the occupation. He was assigned as a cook and also a telephone lineman. He was always proud of his military service, was a lifelong member of the American Legion, and told many stories of his three years away at war before he could again come home to his family. He traveled to England aboard a Liberty ship, the SS Joel Chandler Harris, and always told us what a terrible trip it was with 21 days at sea. He never wanted to have much to do with the ocean or ships after that trip. He was discharged from the Army on Feb. 11, 1946, at Fort Douglas, UT. At that time he returned to Lenore and began farming and working for the Camas Prairie Railroad as a section laborer. On Sept. 12, 1950, he was recalled to active duty with the Army and spent time at Grand Island, NE; in Florida; and finally at Fort Lewis, WA, where he was a training drill instructor. He was again discharged from the Army on Feb. 2, 1951, and returned to the family farm at Lenore. He again began working for the railroad and ultimately worked more than 30 years, ending as a section foreman. During this time he also moved to Arrow, Lapwai, Central Ferry, WA, Colfax, WA, Post Falls and finally back to Lenore to retire. During these years he served as American Legion post commander at Post Falls. He also served on the Lapwai School Board of Education. He was always an active supporter of the Lenore community and was a member of the Cottonwood Creek Community Church. Emery loved aviation and flying and learned to fly under the G.I. Bill. He traveled to the old Asotin airport and to the Orofino airport after work to take flying lessons. He had many fond memories of those days and ultimately got his private pilot certificate. He loved to fly, and his greatest fun was to go for airplane rides with his brother-in-law, Roy Wood of Reubens. They had many wonderful flying trips back to Moose Creek and around the Camas Prairie. Some of his greatest fun in life was flying and fishing on the Lochsa and the South Fork of the Clearwater. He never knew a stranger, always worked hard, was a kind and gentle man, and was a fairly talented barber who cut hair for most of the family and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents; his brother, Art Bateman; and sons Rodney and Bradley Bateman. He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Myrtea, at Paramount Park in Eagle; sister Helen Wood of Reubens; son Terry Bateman and his wife Judy of Meridian; son Randy Bateman of Patton, MO; five grandchildren and five great grandchildren. A memorial and celebration of life will be conducted at a later date. Our family wishes to thank the entire staff at Paramount Park Assisted Living facility for their help and loving care during Dad's three-year stay there. We would also like to thank the staff at Hearts for Hospice for their help during the final months of Dad's life. Donations may be made to your favorite charity. Photo: Emery George Bateman Bruce Allen Gleason, 79, Orofino Bruce Allen Gleason, 79, Orofino, passed away at his residence Friday, May 15, 2009. Following his wishes, cremation will take place and no services are planned at this time. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel and Crematory is caring for arrangements. Joshua David Miller, 33 Joshua David Miller passed away Tuesday, May 12, 2009, in Clarkston, WA from a heart attack. 
He was born Oct. 1, 1975, in Clarkston, to Mark W. Miller and Linda L. Matson Miller. He earned his general education development (GED) certificate from Lewis-Clark State College. He married Dawn Karen on Feb. 14, 2004, in Lewiston. Joshua worked in construction and was employed by Midland Construction, Thunderbird Inc., Pyro Paradise and HP Management. He was a member of the Eagles. He enjoyed road trips with his "brother" Twink; four-wheeling with "brothers" Nate, Keith and Shawn; working on cars with his "brother" Ben; hanging with his "brother" Steve in the "man fort" and camping and fishing with his children and family. Joshua is survived by his father, Mark (Azar) Miller of Lewiston; his mother, Linda Miller of Clarkston; his wife, Dawn Miller of Clarkston; his children, Keanu, Sienna, Cory, Luke and Nathan; stepbrother Miah Wise of Everett, WA; stepsister Teklya Wise; and grandmother, Vivian Gray Miller of Pierce. He was preceded in death by stepfather Dean Wise; grandfather, Walter Miller; grandmother, Joann Matson and aunts and an uncle. A celebration of Joshua's life will be at 2 p.m. June 13 at the Lewiston Eagles. Merchant Funeral Home of Clarkston is handling arrangements. Please sign the online guest book at www.merchantfuneralhome.com. There are people you know and talk to and see from time to time. Then there are people you ... respect and admire and look up to and trust and laugh with and hang out with and hope to be a little more like and want to grow old with and trust to leave your children with and will follow with great hope that his dedication and integrity with others would bring great opportunities for himself as well as others. Josh Miller was one of these people, and these people walk the streets of Earth, making it and our environment a better place. Don't be sad and just be thankful you had time on this Earth with such a great person. Know in your heart we will see each other in the end. When father calls, you must go home! Bye, Bro! Feed a deer, plant a tree. Photo: Joshua David Miller Albert M. Huntley, 81, Orofino Albert M. Huntley, a master chief commissaryman, U.S. Navy, retired, died Monday, May 11, 2009, at Clearwater Valley Hospital in Orofino. He was 81.  Albert was born July 8, 1927, in Sebastopol, CA, to Guy and Ada Huntley, and grew up near Morrowtown, Stillwater, NV, and Fenn. He enlisted in the U.S. Navy on July 8, 1945, and served honorably until Jan. 16, 1968. During his career, he was awarded the Good Conduct Medal (seven awards), the American Service Medal, the World War II Victory Medal, the Navy Occupation Service Medal, the China Service Medal, the National Defense Medal (two awards), the Korean Service Medal (four awards), the Antarctic Service Medal, the Korean Presidential Unit Citation and the United Nations Service Medal. Upon his retirement, Albert served several years as an officer of Dartmouth College, where he managed Thayer Hall, Dartmouth's main dining facility. He returned to Cottonwood in 1987 and moved to the Orofino area in 1995. Albert is survived by his wife, Helen Calista, his stepdaughter, Kay McCuin of Silver City, NV, his stepson, Steve Early and his stepdaughter Linda Mesinar, both of Las Vegas, NV. He is also survived by his brothers, Leslie of Lewiston, Leland of Cottonwood, Raymond of Texas, James of Grangeville, Francis of Orofino and John of Middletown, DE. Two brothers, Dawn and Myrick, and his sister, Dorothy Marguerite, preceded him in death. The funeral will be at 2 p.m. Friday at the Cottonwood Community Church. Interment in the Cottonwood Community Cemetery will follow. No flowers please. It is requested that those who would like to make donations do so to their local church or to the Wounded Warrior Project at www.woundedwarriorproject.org. Uhlorn Funeral Home, Cottonwood, is handling arrangements. Photo: Albert M. Huntley Geraldine Battles Lombardi, 86, formerly of Pierce  Geraldine (Gerry) Battles Lombardi died peacefully in her sleep Monday, May 4, 2009, at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center in Lewiston. She was born June 28, 1922, in Pomeroy, WA, the youngest of six children to Theodore E. Olson and Ottilie Reich Olson. She grew up in Pomeroy. Gerry married Kenneth Irvin Battles in 1951. He died in 1952. She married Donald C. Lombardi in 1975. He survives her. Gerry lived in Colfax, WA before moving to Pierce in 1951. She lived in Moscow from 1952 to 1974, when she moved to Clarkston, WA. She was a member of the Methodist Church. She is survived by her husband, Donald C. Lombardi of Clarkston; daughter, Kenne Battles Shepherd and her husband Gabor Szakal of New York City; two stepsons, Micheal Lombardi of Venicia, CA, and Kenneth P.A. Lombardi of Lewiston; stepdaughter Cherie Lombardi of Fredericksburg, VA; granddaughter Julia Lombardi of Venicia; and grandson Dominick Lombardi of New York City. She was preceded in death by her husband, Kenneth Battles. A memorial service will be at 2 p.m. Friday at Mountain View Funeral Home in Lewiston. The Rev. Randy Cox, of the Asotin Methodist Church, will officiate. Photo: Geraldine 'Gerry' Battles Lombardi Kalyn Leeann Burnet, 32, OHS grad Kalyn Leeann Burnet of Moscow passed away April 18, 2009 in Seattle. She was 32.  Kalyn was born to Bruce and Ann Coler on Nov. 11, 1976 in Germany where Bruce was stationed in the U.S. Air Force. They returned to the states after a few months and lived in Colorado, Boise and finally settled in Orofino while she was in junior high school. She graduated from Orofino High School in 1995. Kalyn worked as a graphic designer for the Money Saver and the Latah Eagle among other area publications. She was also a CNA and provided care both in-home and at several area nursing homes. Kalyn was a talented artist and loved to draw. She also enjoyed camping and fishing. Her three happiest days were her wedding day to husband Sean in 1997 and the births of her children, Samantha and Joseph. She was a great wife and mother and will be missed by all who knew her. Kalyn is survived by her husband, Sean; daughter, Samantha; and son, Joseph; parents, Bruce and Ann Coler; and grandparents, George and Dorothy Coler. A private graveside service will be held at Moscow Cemetery. Short’s Funeral Chapel of Moscow has been entrusted with arrangements and online condolences can be left at www.shortsfuneralchapel.net. Photo: Kalyn Leeann Burnet Olliver Heustis, 81, Lumberjack Days competitor  Olliver Floyd Heustis, longtime Deary area resident, died of congestive heart failure Friday evening, April 24, 2009, at his home. He was 81. Olliver was born Sept. 4, 1927 in Westville, OK to Charles and Ruth Fowler Heustis. Olliver's father was a Southern Baptist preacher who could not afford to support his family on a preacher's salary. With the encouragement of his family, Charles, Ruth, and their children moved to Idaho in 1936 where he went to work for the railroad. Olliver attended school in Deary. As a teenager, Olliver worked for Mica Mine as a trammer, then in the early 1940's for a blister rust camp eradicating ribes plants that infected white pine trees. Later, Olliver went to work at the Potlatch Forest Lumber yard in Moscow. On July 1, 1950, Olliver and Dorothy Ann Knapik were married in a four-ring ceremony with Floyd and Joann Hatley of Colfax, WA at the Nazarene Church in Moscow. He continued to work for the lumberyard until joining the Marine Corps in 1952. He served in the Korean War and was discharged in 1954. He returned to work for Potlatch again; this time as a sawyer, a profession he was proud of for over 36 years until he retired in 1990.  Over the years, Olliver, along with his brother, Chet, competed in many cross cutting competitions, frequently taking first place. Once they even beat a team that was using a chain saw. They competed all over the area including: Elk River, Troy, Bovill, Orofino, St. Maries, Priest River, Bonners Ferry and Coeur d’Alene. In addition to being teammates, they also competed against one another in the Jack and Jill event, Olliver with Loraine Main, and Chet with Margie Mertching. There was an ongoing rivalry between the two teams, and often the difference came down to one-tenth to half a second. While Olliver and his family lived and worked in Avery, they enjoyed spending time on the St. Joe River, "God's Country," with friends and family fishing, hunting, camping, swimming, and logging. Olliver also enjoyed collecting model Chevy trucks and cars, and was an avid snowmobiler. Surviving, are his wife of 59 years, Dorothy, at their Deary home; their daughter, Sue, and husband, Phil Anderson, Moscow, and their son, Randy, Deary. He also leaves his grandchildren: Jacob and Angela Anderson, Josh and Marci Anderson, Jessica Anderson, Carissa Heustis, and Kelsey Heustis. Olliver and Dorothy also opened their home to two foster children, Patty Dufvenberg-Armstrong, Meridian, and Tom Wakefield, Hawaii. He is also survived by his brothers, Don Heustis, Redmond, WA, Vernon Heustis, and Kenneth "Kenny" Heustis, both of Clarkston, WA and sister, Lillian (Frank) Griffin, Bovill. Olliver was preceded in death by his parents, sisters, Lucille McGraw and Oleta Pointon, and his brother, Chet. The family would like to extend their sincere appreciation to doctors. Grauke, Popham and Weisenaut for their care of Olliver the past few years. Viewing will be at Short's Funeral Chapel on Thursday and Friday from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. The funeral service will be held Saturday, May 2, at 10:30 a.m. at Short's Funeral Chapel with Pastor Otis Parks officiating. Burial with Military Honors will follow at the Pinecrest Cemetery in Deary. A covered-dish dinner will follow at the Deary Community Center. The family suggests memorials be made to the Deary Fire and Ambulance Fund or to Hospice of the Palouse. Arrangements have been entrusted to Short's Funeral Chapel, Moscow, and online condolences may be left at www.shortsfuneralchapel.net. Photos: Olliver Floyd Heustis Louise Wagner, 83, Weippe  Louise Wagner passed away Saturday, April 18, 2009, at Clearwater Valley Hospital in Orofino. She was born April 5, 1926 to Alma (Pedigo) Leach and Willis Leach in Lewiston. Louise married Earl Watts Oct. 1, 1942 at Orofino. Earl was killed in a logging accident at Orofino May 23, 1947. They had two children, Marvin Willis and Linda Kay (Watts Wilson) Spreiter. Louise married Lloyd Wilson. They had three children, Kenneth Ray Wilson and Cathie Fay (Wilson) Power (twins) and Wayne Dennis Wilson. Cathie was killed in a car accident. Lloyd and Louse were later divorced. They lived in Pierce; St. George, UT; Juliaetta and Orofino. They resided at Brookside Landing. Louse was self-taught and very skilled in cooking and sewing. After cooking at several cafes, she worked as head cook at Cold Springs U.S. Forest Service Work Center and traveled to Cook Mountain by helicopter to cook for crews there. She also cooked for Chuck Weddle Outfitters and Triple O Outfitters. For a time, she owned her own restaurant in Weippe. Fried chicken, along with her homemade gravy, was everyone's favorite. Louise was preceded in death by her parents, her sister, Kay Sunday Leach; her brother, Wallace Leach; and her daughter, Cathie Fay Powell. Survivors include her husband, Willis Wagner; her son, Marvin Watts, and his wife, Karen; her son, Kenneth Wilson, and his wife, Jeanne; her son, Wayne Wilson and his wife, Cindy; her daughter, Linda Spreiter, and her husband, Leonard; her son, Alan Wagner, and his wife, Marilyn; her aunt, Gladys Hill; her sisters, Faye Province, Josephine Jorgenson and Debbie Kluss; along with 12 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday, April 21, at Pine Hills Funeral Chapel in Orofino. Burial will follow at Weippe Cemetery. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel is caring for arrangements. Photo: Louise Wagner Harold H. Frensdorf, 88, formerly of Orofino Harold H. Frensdorf died peacefully with family members by his side on April 14, 2009. He lived, loved, experienced and he strived to leave this earth better than he found it. He was not afraid to get his hands dirty and would never hesitate to do what it took to brighten someone else's day. His good humor and unending stream of one-liners will now resound to a higher vibration. He was indeed a loving father, an adoring husband and an honest man and a friend to all those who crossed his path. He will be missed.  Harold was born Oct. 29, 1920 and grew up on the Clearwater River in the town of Orofino. It was undoubtedly from his father that he learned his love of the outdoors. He shared this love with his friends and family and he was happiest when fly fishing, trolling for Kamloop on Lake Pend d'Orelle, panning for gold on his claim near the North Fork of the Clearwater River and attending family gatherings. During World War II, Harold enlisted in the Army Air Corps and while in training at Alliance, OH he married the love of his life, Doris McEuen, starting a wonderful relationship that lasted over 65 years. Doris was probably an influence in his choice to make Coeur d'Alene their home for the rest of his life. After the war, he worked as retail manager for Potlatch Forest, and prior to his retirement he became a real estate agent representing Coeur d'Alene Realty, and he also owned and operated a local flower shop. He was an active member of the Coeur d'Alene Elks Lodge and a past Exalted Ruler. Harold is survived by his wife, Doris; a daughter, Jill Anderson of Moscow; sons, Gary of Coeur d'Alene and Jeffrey of Anchorage, AK; seven grandchildren and one great grandchild. A memorial service will be held 10 a.m. Saturday, April 18, at the Yates Funeral Home, Coeur d'Alene Chapel. A reception will follow the service. For further information or to view a memorial video, see: http://obit.yatesfuneralhomes.com/obitdisplay.html?id=657729&clientid=yatesfuneralhomes&listing=Found. Photo: Harold H. Frensdorf Caryl E. Smolinski, 74 Caryl E. Smolinski, 74, passed away Friday, April 17, 2009, at Clearwater Valley Hospital, in Orofino. No services are planned at this time. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel is caring for arrangements. Edith E. Steadman, 77, Weippe Edith E. Steadman, 77, Weippe passed away Tuesday, April 14, 2009, at Sacred Heart Medical Center, Spokane, WA. Cremation will take place. No services are planned at this time. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel is caring for arrangements. Lee LaVerne Grant, 33, Orofino On April 9, 2009, Lee LaVerne Grant was fatally injured in a tragic auto accident near Orofino. He was 33.  Lee was born in Lewiston on Sept. 29, 1975 to George and Louise Grant. He grew up in Orofino and attended school there. Lee married Cheyenne Wright on Oct. 8, 2005 and they made their home in Orofino. Lee worked various jobs in the Orofino area and Intermountain Pools and Spa in Lewiston, for which he traveled to Alaska to install pools. He was employed at CNC Tech in Orofino as a machinist-operator at the time of his death. Lee had a passion for outdoors, hunting, fishing and rock collecting. He was also an avid gardener. He loved to spend time working in this yard and tending to his flowers. He also enjoyed spending time with his many friends and family. Lee is survived by his wife and best friend, Cheyenne at the family home; his mother, Louise Grant of Orofino; his daughter, Samantha of Asotin, WA; brother-in-law, Carols Wright of Orofino, Greg Wright of Illinois; uncles, Dale Patton of Orofino, Keith Patton of Missoula, MT; aunts, Shirley Morris of Kamiah and Kathy Linderman of Salt Lake City, UT. He is also survived by many cousins, nieces and nephews and many friends. Lee was preceded in death by his father, George Grant; maternal grandparents, Harold and Martha Patton; paternal grandmother, Georgia Grant; aunt, Carol Hendren and uncle, Larry Grant. The funeral services will be held Wednesday, April 15, at 10 a.m. at the Orofino National Guard Armory on U.S. Highway 12 in Orofino with Pastor Jeremy Gering officiating. Arrangements are under the direction of Pine Hills Funeral Chapel in Orofino. There will be a potluck dinner following the services at the armory. All dishes are welcome. My darling son, I miss you honey. I love you with my whole being. I'll be seeing you again someday. Until then, I will think of you every second of life. "You are my world." Mom. Photo: Lee LaVerne Grant Jessica Nicole Hosley, 25, Orofino  The adventurous, love of our life, Jessica Nicole Hosley, age 25, was taken from us the evening of April 9, 2009 after a day of fishing and target practice.
Jessica's love of life and endless smile touched everyone she came in contact with. Always there when you needed her, she never let you walk away without a big hug and "I love you". Her love of the outdoors and desire to try anything once made her the life the party. Among the things Jessica enjoyed the most were camping, fishing, hunting, floating the river, spending time with her family and friends and hanging out with her best friend, Daisy (her dog). Jessica's endless supply of love and soft heart added joy to the staff and clients of her employer, A Compassionate Care Company. Jessica leaves behind her parents, Rick and Teresa Alley of White Bird and Gerald and Nancy Hosley of Orofino; siblings, Gerry Jr., Ashley and her son, Caleb, Ben, Michelle and Kaylee Hosley; grandparents, Linda Canaday of Grangeville, Tim and Sharon Trefren of Thayne, WY, Jerry and Susan Alley of White Bird, Don Travis, Janene Alley of Grangeville; aunts and uncles, Gary and Lisa Canaday, Polly Ross, Jim Mozingo, Sharon Vandie, Susan Alexander, Sam and Marti Beck, Tom and Cheryl Cullin, Glen and Pauline Hosley, Victoria Wells, Keith Hosley, Rich and Barbara Sessions, Jon and Deanne Clark, Tim Trefren, Joe Ross, Steve and Lynnie Kemut, along with many cousins she loved with all her heart and of course her best friend, her dog Daisy. Jessica is also had a special place in her heart for Brook, Michael and Jordan Lee. She was preceded in death by her grandparents, Ben Canaday, Harve Hosley, Irene Hosley and uncle, Dave Hosley. Happy fishing Jessica, we will love you forever. Combined services for Jessica Hosley and Lee Grant will be held Wednesday, April 15, at 10 a.m. at the Orofino National Guard Armory, U.S. Highway 12 in Orofino. A potluck will follow. Graveside services for Jessica will follow at the White Bird Cemetery, White Bird at 3 p.m. Photos: Jessica Nicole Hosley Audrey Carol Scoles, 69, Orofino Audrey Carol Scoles, 69, passed on April 11, 2009, to be with her previously deceased father, mother and sister. Audrey was delivered into this world on the kitchen table, July, 15, 1939; born to Arthur and Opha Vignery of Caldwell. Audrey was a little sister to Betty Harris and brother, Wayne Vignery. Audrey was raised in Idaho, Oregon and Washington State. If you were lucky enough to have known Audrey, you know she was a special lady that never knew a stranger. She always gave that second chance and was known to frequently invite a person to her home for a holiday meal if she knew they were spending it alone. It was a testament to her tenacious spirit that she was a multiple cancer survivor of over 30 years. Her family has always felt blessed to enjoy her upbeat spirit and personality these many years. Audrey's life passions were her family, traveling, camping and reading. She loved Westerns on television and always had one on in the background. Audrey owned and managed several businesses in Orofino before her retirement due to health reasons. She was well liked by her customers. Audrey was very civic minded and in her own way, supported her home town of Orofino and the people she felt needed help. Enjoying her friends and family was the primary spark that kept her going and as her health diminished, Audrey was unable to get out and about as often as she liked and was always appreciative to those that were able to take time out of their lives to visit her and was thankful for the special things done for her. Betty Crutcher's visits with her fresh baked bread and cookies probably added several years to her life. Audrey was preceded in death by her sister, Betty Harris; companion, Douglas Walker; and former husband, Robert Scoles. Audrey is survived by her ex-husband and good friend, Roger Fisk of Orofino; a brother Gerald Wayne Vignery of Bennington, KN; and her four children, Viva Davis of Port Hadlock, WA; Debra Ehlinger of Scottsdale, AZ; Roger Fisk, Jr. of Poulsbo, WA and Carol Anderson of Orofino. Audrey was blessed with seven grandchildren, two great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. We, her surviving clan, were blessed to have her as our mother, wife and grandmother. We will forever miss her caring, giving way and her spiritual energy. Audrey's family would like to thank all the wonderful care-givers, doctors and nurses for their attention and assistance to her. Yours' is sometimes a thankless job that we acknowledge with our grateful appreciation. Audrey has requested that in lieu of flowers, donations in her memory be made to the Sister Stephanie Wardle Scholarship via the Clearwater Valley Hospital Mission Committee. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, April 16, at Pine Hills Funeral Chapel in Orofino. Pine Hills Funeral Chapel is caring for arrangements. Photo: Audrey Carol Scoles Robert M. Hansen, 77, formerly of Elk River Robert Marvin "Bob" Hansen was born Dec. 26, 1931, in Coeur d'Alene to Peter and Ida Hansen. Bob passed away, Saturday, April 11, 2009, at Pullman Regional Hospital in Pullman, WA due to complications of pneumonia and Parkinson's disease, he was 77. Bob was the youngest of seven children and his mother died when he was two years old. He spent his youth in Coeur d'Alene and Spokane, WA with family until he moved to Elk River in 1945 to live with his sister and brother-in-law, Pearl and Vern Totten. Bob graduated from Elk River High School in 1951. At Elk River, Bob made life long friends. He also learned to work in the woods. On June 4, 1952, Bob married Doris Shreffler of Deary, at Moscow. They were married for 57 years. In 1953, Bob was drafted into the Army. He was stationed in Austria and in 1955 was discharged from the Army. Bob and Doris continued to live in Elk River where Bob began many years of working in the woods. His first job at that time was for Carney Pole. He also worked for J.E. Hall, Buswell Logging, S & M Logging, C&B Logging, Farley and Son's Logging and Bert Souders Logging when he was forced to retire due to his health. Bob was known by all of his logging friends as "Crazy Horse". Bob and Doris moved their young family to Deary in 1958. They have made their home there since. Bob served the City of Deary as a member of the City Council for 5 years and served as Mayor of Deary for 16 years. He was a member of the Deary Fire Department and lifetime member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars. Bob lived for his family. He loved to watch ball games, boating, dancing with wife, taking trips to the Oregon and Washington coast, and spending time with friends. When his health began to fail, his love for his family remained a priority. He and Doris rarely missed seeing a ball game when a grandchild was playing, whether it was football, basketball or volleyball. He was there to watch and loved every second. Bob was blessed to be able to stay home the past several years, even though his health kept him from being able to enjoy many of his loves in life. It could not have happened if not for the constant help of family and dear friend, Russell Foster. He so enjoyed his trips to the coffee shop with Russell and trips to Spokane for doctor's appointments so he could meet with friends Dick and Roberta Payne. Bob is survived by his wife Doris of Deary and children, Debbie Whitney and husband Ken, Terrie Sanderson and husband Gary, all of Troy; Bob Hansen and wife Krissy and Shelly Cannon and husband Byron of Deary; 15 grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren A sister, Clara Huffman of Spokane and several nephews and nieces also survive him. He was preceded in death by his parents, brothers, Mel, Ralph, Harry and sisters Pearl and Ruthie. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial donations may be given to the Deary Recreation District, 1010 Des Jardin Road, The City of Deary, PO Box 236, or Zion Lutheran Church, PO Box 127, Deary, ID 83823. Viewing will be at Short's Funeral Chapel in Moscow on Wednesday from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. A private family burial will be held at Pinecrest Cemetery in Deary with a celebration of his life to follow at the Moscow Nazarene Church on Thursday at 11 a.m. for family and friends. Murray Stanton will officiate and a covered dish dinner will follow at the Deary Community Center. Arrangements have been entrusted to Short's Funeral Chapel, Moscow and online condolences may be left at www.shortsfuneralchapel.net. Photo: Robert M. Hansen Note: For obituaries or death notices that are further back, see the date of issue or access by name from the Site Search option on the bottom left of the home page. |
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