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Clark County (Columbian):

b'Currier, Jessica L.,34, Vancouver, died April 30, 2017. Davies Cremation & Burial Services, 360-693-1036.' b'Free, William \xe2\x80\x9cBill\xe2\x80\x9d H.,90, Battle Ground, died May 2, 2017. Layne\xe2\x80\x99s Funeral Home, 360-687-3143.' b'Gillard, Charles \xe2\x80\x9cEd\xe2\x80\x9d E.,77, Vancouver, died May 3, 2017. Evergreen Memorial Gardens Funeral Chapel, 360-892-6060.' b'Pliska, Donna Beth,43, Vancouver, died May 2, 2017. Davies Cremation & Burial Services, 360-693-1036.' b'Rydman, Shona,53, Boring, Ore., died May 6, 2017. All County Cremation and Burial Services, 360-718-7948.' b'Ward, Celia L.,67, Vancouver, died May 5, 2017. All County Cremation and Burial Services, 360-718-7948.' 

Portland (Oregonian):
b'George E. Balch Jr.\n\nSept. 28, 1925 - May 1, 2017\n\n George E. Balch, Jr., known as "Bud" to his family and close friends, was born Sept. 28, 1925 in Idaho Falls, Idaho. He attended Baker City, Ore., schools through sophomore grade, then graduated from Longview, Wash., high school in 1943. He joined the U.S. Army during World War II, serving in the Pacific area, following that, he graduated from the University of Oregon, having played on the Ducks football team and lettering in swimming.\n\nGeorge was preceded in death by his wife, Barbara; and daughter, Muriel Gordon (John). He is survived by his wife, Betty; and his daughter, Valerie Ufer (Stephen); stepchildren, Susan Neff and Charles Neff; sisters, Joice Himmelsback (Ralph) and Barbara Burness; nephew, Jimmie; nieces, Debra, Chris, Kimmie, and Christmas Carroll; grandsons, Robbie and Trevor; granddaughter, Kristine; and two great-granddaughters.\n\n George worked as the NW Sales Representative for Binney and Smith, the Crayola people, for 40 years. His area covered Oregon, Washington, Idaho, Montana, Alaska and Hawaii. He received the National Salesman Award for Excellence two years in a row. Most unusual.\n\n George was a 50 plus year member of the Tacoma Elks Club and a lifetime member of the Multnomah Athletic Club in Portland. He had many wonderful friends there and won many handball competitions. Handball was the love of his life in sports, and for which he won over 100 trophies and awards. At the age of 81 he entered the World Handball competition in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada and won second place in the World in singles Handball in his age group.\n\n Gardening was his second passion as he had over 80 varieties of rare plants and trees at his Lakewood home. He personally cared for his yard until he was 88 years old. He was a kind, generous, loving man.\n\n A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m., Saturday, May 13, 2017, in Lakewood, Wash., at the Mountain View Funeral Home located at 42100 Steilacoom Blvd. S.W.\n\n In Lieu of flowers, George requests that a donation be made to the University of Washington prostate cancer research team in Seattle, or a \n\n\r\n ;(function() \r\n {\r\n var adKeyValue = \'t=\';\r\n adKeyValue\t+= escape(\'clio=COYCADA\');\r\n adKeyValue += escape(\'&cobrand=oregon\');\r\n adKeyValue += escape(\'&linktext=charity of your choice\');\r\n adKeyValue += escape(\'&linkurl=http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/oregon/condolences-charities.aspx?keyword=coycada&pid=185342960\');\r\n adKeyValue += escape(\'&fn=George\');\r\n adKeyValue += escape(\'&ln=Balch\');\r\n var adClkUrl = \'http://pubads.g.doubleclick.net/gampad/jump?iu=/423686928/prod/obit-aff/obit-standard/clio-inline-1&\' + adKeyValue + \'&sz=1x1&c=1511304203\';\r\n var adImpUrl = \'http://pubads.g.doubleclick.net/gampad/ad?iu=/423686928/prod/obit-aff/obit-standard/clio-inline-1&\' + adKeyValue + \'&sz=1x1&c=1511304203\';\r\n document.write("charity of your choice<" + \'img\' + " src=\'" + adImpUrl + "\' style=\'width=1px; height=1px; display:inline;\' />"); \r\n }());\r\n\n\n\r\n.\n\n George\'s geneology includes the Balch Home, Beverly, Mass., oldest home in the U.S., 1636, and Steilacoom, first settlement in the territory of Washington, by Lafayette Balch. This is for history buffs.\n\n Arrangements under the direction of Evergreen Memorial Gardens Funeral Home, Vancouver.\n\nPlease sign the online guest book at \n\nwww.oregonlive.com/obits'
b'Father Joseph John Beno\n\nJuly 23, 1923 - May 6, 2017\n\n Father Joseph John Beno died peacefully at the Blessing House in Tigard, May 6, 2017 at the age of 93.\n\n Father Beno was born to John and Mary (Fischer) Beno July 23, 1923 at the Beno home in Scappoose, joining his older sister, Helen. He graduated from Scappoose High School in 1942, worked for two years at Bonneville Power Administration before serving in the U.S. Army in the European Theatre during World War II. After his discharge he enrolled in the University of Portland graduating in 1950. Feeling called to serve God and His people, he entered Mt. Angel Seminary in 1951 and completed his studies at St. Edward\'s Seminary in 1957. Archbishop Edward Howard ordained him at St. Mary\'s Cathedral May 18, 1957 and the following day he said his first Mass at St. Wenceslaus Church in Scappoose. He lovingly served the Archdiocese of Portland as either Pastor or Assistant Pastor in many parishes throughout the Archdiocese: St. Joseph\'s Salem, St. Mary\'s Eugene, St. Michael\'s Oakridge, St. Henry\'s Dexter, Sacred Heart Medford and St. Monica\'s Coos Bay until he retired in 1993. During his retirement he enjoyed substituting for his fellow priests. In 2008 because of his dementia he moved to Blessing House.\n\nTraveling was one of Father Beno\'s passions as he loved to visit many countries making many new friends. He was proud of his Czech heritage and visited his Czech relatives several times. A lifelong learner, he attended several educational institutes and also led international pilgrimages. Always an active person he enjoyed swimming, hiking, mountain climbing, fishing, camping, bicycling and downhill skiing. He was especially fond of his sister, Helen; brother-in-law, Joe; and their nine children, often celebrating family events with them including many baptisms and marriages. He always loved a party! Gifted with a positive outlook, one of his favorite sayings even late into his illness was "Everything is Beautiful!"\n\n He was preceded in death by his parents; his sister; and niece, Joanie. He is survived by his nieces and nephew, Janice Parker, Carol Galloway, Mary Thomas, Elaine Sawyer, Geri Yost, Marge McWade, Joe Barta and DeAnne Coppenger and their families; cousins in the USA and Czech Republic; and many parishioners...all who loved him dearly. With his special gift of connecting and caring for others he was truly a blessing to so many people throughout his life.\n\n His family is especially appreciative of Steve and Corrine Isom and their Blessing House staff for their loving care and support of Father Joe for over eight years.\n\n Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m., May 15, 2017 at St. Wenceslaus Catholic Church in Scappoose. Burial with military honors will follow in the parish cemetery. Reception will be held in the Parish Center.\n\nIn lieu of flowers, contributions in Father Joseph Beno\'s name may be made to The University of Portland Foundation, 5000 N. Willamette Blvd., Portland, OR 97203 or to St. Vincent de Paul Food Bank in Scappoose, 51555 S.W. Old Portland Rd., Scappoose, OR 97056.\n\nArrangements by Springer and Son Funeral Home.\n\nPlease sign the online guest book at \n\nwww.oregonlive.com/obits'
b"Carol W. Callaway\n\nNov. 21, 1940 - April 30, 2017\n\n After gracefully facing a long illness, Carol W. Callaway (nee Marks) passed away peacefully in the afternoon of Sunday, April 30, 2017. Her demise took place at residence in Hearthstone at Murrayhill at the age of 76 due to complications from Parkinson's.\n\n Carol grew up forth in a family of eight children and was early on identified as the daring one in the bunch. Upon graduation from high school she worked as an office assistant in Portland, eventually meeting her husband. The marriage produced two children but ended in divorce. A young mother of two, Carol went back to school to further her education at Portland Community College. This started a new career in the legal community beginning as a receptionist and finishing as a respected legal assistant. She retired from the law firm of Orrick, Herrington in Portland. Outside of work Carol maintained an active social life with a wide and diverse circle of friends. She enjoyed spending time with family, traveling, caring for her home and gardens, and kibitzing about local and national politics viewed on her beloved PBS.\n\n She is survived by her children, Colleen (Tom) Gondolfi, Kevin (Janet) Callaway; grandchildren, Amanda (Nate) Parsons, Alex Forker, Chloe Callaway, Chance Callaway; and her siblings, Judy (Ed) Pahl, Jon (Diane) Marks, Evy (Blaine) Tyler, David Marks, and Pamela Howett.\n\n A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m., Saturday, May 13, 2017, at Grace Bible Fellowship located at 12420 N.E. Siskiyou, Portland OR 97230.\n\nIn lieu of flowers please send donations to Parkinson's Research charities.\n\nPlease sign the online guest book at \n\nwww.oregonlive.com/obits"
b'David Wayne Edwards\n\nFeb. 24, 1951 - March 24, 2017\n\n Dave Edwards quietly passed away in his sleep March 22, 2017.\n\n Born to Jack and Marian Edwards and raised in Portland, he graduated from Grant High School in 1969. At the University of Oregon he found lifelong friends, and after graduating in 1973 he moved on to Portland State University to receive his MBA in 1978. During Dave\'s life in the world of footwear with Nike he made his home in New Hampshire, Ireland, The Netherlands, Austria, and South Korea. Away from his career he enjoyed time with many close friends and family; fishing, running, playing golf and relaxing at the lake.\n\n Survivors include his five amazing children, Mark, Margaret, Chris, Jack and Wil; as well as seven delightfully busy grandchildren; and sister, Peggy (Terry) Soriano. He was loved and he is missed, and wistfully remembered. Dave was preceded in death by his "favorite" brother, Jay. \n\n Dave\'s participation in the 1969 Shrine All Star Football Game made a lasting impression on him. He requested any donation made in his memory be sent to \n\n\r\n ;(function() \r\n {\r\n var adKeyValue = \'t=\';\r\n adKeyValue\t+= escape(\'clio=SHC\');\r\n adKeyValue += escape(\'&cobrand=oregon\');\r\n adKeyValue += escape(\'&linktext=Shriners Hospital for Children\');\r\n adKeyValue += escape(\'&linkurl=http://support.shrinershospitals.org/site/Donation2?df_id=7120&7120.donation=form1&s_src=121504DRALEG01\');\r\n adKeyValue += escape(\'&fn=David\');\r\n adKeyValue += escape(\'&ln=Edwards\');\r\n var adClkUrl = \'http://pubads.g.doubleclick.net/gampad/jump?iu=/423686928/prod/obit-aff/obit-standard/clio-inline-1&\' + adKeyValue + \'&sz=1x1&c=2131103404\';\r\n var adImpUrl = \'http://pubads.g.doubleclick.net/gampad/ad?iu=/423686928/prod/obit-aff/obit-standard/clio-inline-1&\' + adKeyValue + \'&sz=1x1&c=2131103404\';\r\n document.write("Shriners Hospital for Children<" + \'img\' + " src=\'" + adImpUrl + "\' style=\'width=1px; height=1px; display:inline;\' />"); \r\n }());\r\n\n\n\r\n, 3101 S.W. Sam Jackson Park Rd., Portland, OR 97239. Services for family members will be private.\n\nPlease sign the online guest book at \n\nwww.oregonlive.com/obits'
b'Victoria B. King\n\nFeb. 28, 1919 - May 8, 2017\n\n Victoria Boehm King, age 98, passed away May 8, 2017, in her Portland home surrounded by her loving family.\n\n "Vicky," as her friends and family knew her, was known for her infectious laugh and gracious heart. She married her husband, Neville, in 1950, and he passed away in 1984. Vicky loved to work on jigsaw puzzles, sew, grow tomatoes and cucumbers, and was an active member of her church, Westside Bible Fellowship. Her life was a shining example of the true joy that comes from a committed relationship with Jesus Christ. \n\n She is survived by three children, Gail, Jana and Scott; seven grandchildren; and one great-granddaughter.\n\n A funeral will be held at 11:30 a.m., Thursday, May 11, 2017 at Lincoln Memorial Park and Funeral Home.\n\nPlease sign the online guest book at \n\nwww.oregonlive.com/obits'
b'Laurence C. Knox\n\nJuly 30, 1915 - April 26, 2017\n\n Laurence Knox died Wednesday April 26, 2017 of natural causes at 101 years of age. Larry was born in Lewistown, Mont., July 30, 1915. He moved to Oregon as a young child, and retired from Fort Vancouver Plywood Mill in 1981. \n\n Larry was preceded in death by his wife, Rosella Knox; and daughter, Laura Larson. He is survived by son, Lawrence R. Knox; stepdaughter, Jorja Orr;\n\nmany grandchildren; and great-grandchildren.\n\nPlease sign the online guest book at \n\nwww.oregonlive.com/obits'
b'Christopher \n\nKombol\n\nSept. 11, 1967 - May 1, 2017\n\n Christopher J. Kombol was born Sept. 11, 1967 in Portland and grew up in Lake Oswego. On May 1, 2017 he was the innocent victim of a crime in Phoenix, Ariz. where he lived.\n\n Christopher is survived by his mother, Nancy; and his sister, Liza. He was predeceased by his infant brother, Dean; and his father, Peter. \n\n A memorial Mass will be celebrated at 1 p.m., Friday, May 12, 2017 at Our Lady of the Lake Catholic Church. His online obituary can be viewed at: \n\nwww.riverviewabbey.com\n\n.\n\nPlease sign the online guest book at \n\nwww.oregonlive.com/obits'
b'Martha Staudt Lester\n\nApril 29, 1924 - April 17, 2017\n\n Martha Staudt was born April 29, 1924 in Saskatchewan, Canada to Adam Staudt and Mary Binder Staudt. She passed away April 17, 2017.\n\n A Memorial Service will be held at 11 a.m., May 13, 2017, at The Woodstock Bible Church 5101 S.E. Mitchell St. Portland.\n\nPlease sign the online guest book at \n\nwww.oregonlive.com/obits'
b'Carole Anne \n\nMaynard\n\nMay 23, 1932 - April 19, 2017\n\n Carole Anne Maynard died peacefully in her sleep at home April 19, 2017 at 84. \n\n Survived by her daughter, Kelley; granddaughter, Chrichelle; and great-granddaughter, Bella. She joins her husband, Orville Maynard in Heaven. Her celebration of life will be at 2 p.m., May 12, 2017, at Gateway Elks, 16321 S.E. Stark, Portland.\n\nPlease sign the online guest book at \n\nwww.oregonlive.com/obits'
b'Sharon E. Moore\n\nJuly 1, 1937 - May 2, 2017\n\n Sharon E. Moore passed away May 2, 2017, surrounded by her grandchildren.\n\n She was survived by her brothers; grandchildren; and great-grandchildren. \n\n For more information go to: \n\nwww.anewtradition.com/obituaries/obituary/14639_Sharon_Elaine_Moore\n\nPlease sign the online guest book at \n\nwww.oregonlive.com/obits'
b"Edythe Elizabeth (Peters) 'Betty' O'Donnell\n\nOct. 31, 1915 - April 29, 2017\n\n Betty O'Donnell passed away April 29, 2017.\n\n Rosary at 9:30 a.m., Mass at 10 a.m., and reception to follow will be held at St. Cecilia's church at 5105 S.W. Franklin St. in Beaverton. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to The St. Vincent de Paul society.\n\nDetails at \n\ndignitymemorial.com/pegg-paxson-springer-funeral-chapel\n\nPlease sign the online guest book at \n\nwww.oregonlive.com/obits"
b'Larry Wayne Sipe\n\nOct. 15, 1935 - May 4, 2017\n\n Larry Wayne Sipe, 81, beloved husband of Dorothy Sipe, died May 4th, 2017. Survivors include wife; son, Frank; daughter, Annie; grandchildren, Morgan and Connor; brother, Jim; and many nieces and nephews who loved him dearly. Burial at 2 p.m., May 15, 2017 at Willamette National Cemetery. A memorial ser-vice at 2 p.m., June 3, 2017 at Southwest Bible Church, Beaverton. Arrangements by Springer and Son.\n\nPlease sign the online guest book at \n\nwww.oregonlive.com/obits'
b"Gladys Lorene (Bratton) Spitze\n\nOct. 17, 1913 - April 7, 2017\n\n Gladys Lorene (Bratton) Spitze died Friday April 7, 2017 in Happy Valley at the age of 103.\n\n She is survived by her four children, Dennis (Linda), Kenneth (Bonnie), Lois Spitze and Nadine Luther (Trent); nine grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; and brother, Oscar Bratton of Bend. She was preceded in death by her husband, Melvin; sisters, Eulah McConnel and Ruth Foster; and grandson, Nathan Campbell.\n\n A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m., Saturday, May 20, 2017 at St. Paul's United Methodist Church, 11631 S.E. Linwood Avenue, Milwaukie, OR.\n\nPlease sign the online guest book at \n\nwww.oregonlive.com/obits"
b'Doris Mae Celorie Swensen\n\nJune 22, 1930 - May 3, 2017\n\n Doris passed away peacefully the evening of May 3, 2017. She will be greatly missed. \n\n Doris was born to Frank and Rose Celorie in Portland. There she attended St. Agatha\'s grade school and in 1948, she graduated from St. Mary\'s Academy where she was remembered as "Daring but Darling." In 1950, also at St. Agatha\'s Catholic Church, Doris married Carl Swensen, thus starting her own family and building their dream toward a "mountain house." Doris was an active parishioner at Holy Family church in Portland and at St. John in the Woods church in Welches, Ore. Her family, Catholic faith, and Italian heritage guided her throughout her life. Doris was a strong woman of her time and a lady to the very end.\n\n Doris was predeceased by her husband, Carl and survived by her four children; three grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren.\n\n Open viewing will be from 9 to 4 p.m., May 11, 2017, at Wilhelm Portland Memorial, 6705 S.E. 14th Avenue, Portland. The recitation of the rosary will be at 9:30 a.m. followed by the funeral Mass at 10:00 a.m., Friday, May 12, 2017. Both will be held at Saint Agatha\'s Catholic Church 1430 S.E. Nehalem Street, Portland.\n\nPlease sign the online guest book at \n\nwww.oregonlive.com/obits'