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James "Jim" R. Rosenbalm, Jr.
March 21, 1959 - June 5, 2007
James "Jim" R. Rosenbalm, Jr., 48, of Rickreall died June 5 from a cancer-related illness.
He was born in McMinnville to James Robert and Gladys Patty Rosenbalm.
Jim moved to Amity at the age of 6 and graduated from high school in 1977. He joined the Navy and after his discharge in 1981 went to work for the Amity Co-Op and area farmers. He also worked for Tyco in circuit board manufacturing in Dallas from 1992 to 2004.
He enjoyed hunting, fishing and reading.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
Survivors include his sisters, Patricia Roth of Rickreall, Elizabeth Petty of Dallas Texas, Jamie Rosenbalm of Keizer, Suzanne Kreder of Dayton; and Sharol Petticord of Yamhill.
Celebration of life service was held June 8.
Contributions are suggested to Willamette Valley Cancer Foundation in care of Macy and Son, 135 N Evans, McMinnville, OR 97128 which handled arrangements.
Randy Stepper
March 14, 1959 - June 6, 2007
Randy Stepper, 48, of Dallas died June 6 in Dallas.
He was born in Salem to Glen and Loyce Murphy Stepper.
Randy grew up in Dallas and was in the Dallas High School class of 1977.
Randy worked at Salem Hospital for 25 years as a unit clerk.
He married Renee Combs on March 26, 1983, in Reno, Nev.
Randy had served on the Dallas Volunteer Fire Department from 1980 until 1986.
Randy enjoyed spending time with his family, which was very important to him. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and golfing. He also loved riding his Harley Davidson.
He was preceded in death by his father, Glen, in 1981, and mother, Loyce, in 2001.
Survivors include his wife, Renee of Dallas; son, Larry Weyer of Dallas; and granddaughter, Trisha of Dallas.
Celebration of Randy's life is 11 a.m., Saturday, June 16 at the Dallas Mortuary Tribute Center.
Contributions are suggested to American Heart Association or American Cancer Society in care of Dallas Mortuary Tribute Center which handled arrangements.
Victoria M. Freeman
Sept. 30,1913 - June 7, 2007
Victoria M. Freeman, 93, a 75-year resident of Rickreall, died on June 7.
Service is 11 a.m., Wednesday, June 13, at Restlawn Funeral Home, Salem. Interment at Restlawn Memory Gardens.
Contributions may be made to Oak Grove Community Church, c/o Carol Marx, 415 Oak Grove Rd., Rickreall OR 97371, or Willamette Valley Hospice, 1015 3rd St NW, Salem OR 97304.
Wilma Jean McConnell
May 14, 1933 - June 6, 2007
Wilma Jean McConnell, 74, of Dallas died June 6 in Dallas.
She was born to Melvin and Nina Matthews in McAllister, Okla.
Her early childhood was spent in Oklahoma before moving to Richmond, Calif.
Wilma worked at doctors' offices as a receptionist. She lived in Salem before moving to Dallas 15 years ago.
She was an avid bowler and carried a 190 average. She was a master bridge player and was a member of the Salem Bridge Club.
She was a hard-working, outgoing person with a wonderful sense of humor. She loved animals, especially her dogs and cats.
She was preceded in death by a sister, Gloria Matthews.
Survivors include her daughter, Anita Johnson of Vacaville, Calif.; son, Bill Cleveland of Dallas; brother, Jim Matthews of Penn Valley, Calif.; sister, Geneva Travis of San Pablo, Calif.; three grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren.
Graveside service was June 11 in Dallas Cemetery with arrangements handled by Dallas Mortuary Tribute Center.
Contributions are suggested to a Humane Society.
Leo O. Scherzinger
June 7, 2007
Leo O. Scherzinger, 90, of Dallas died June 7.
Private service will be held at a later date.
Dallas Mortuary Tribute Center handled arrangements.
Teresa Ann Wright
Nov. 9, 1959 - June 6, 2007
Teresa Ann Wright, 47, of Independence died June 6 after a life long battle of heart disease.
She was born in Tucson, Ariz., to Betty and Richard Scoggins.
She lived in Spokane, Wash., and was raised in Portland. She attended Harold Oliver Junior High School and graduated from Centennial High School. She moved to Salem in 1988.
Teresa worked as a rural route mail carrier until her health forced her into early retirement.
She loved traveling the back roads of Monmouth to deliver mail, and enjoyed her many customers.
Teresa was always proud of her son, Alex. She loved children, her collection of Teddy bears, and watching the birds that came to her backyard. Her blackbottom cupcakes were a treat at family gatherings.
Survivors include her husband, Bradley G. Wright; son, Alex Duclos; mother, Betty King; sisters, Brenda Atkins, Connie (Hale) Concon, and Andrea Wirth.
At Teresa's request, there will be no memorial service. A family celebration of life will be scheduled at a later date.
Contributions are suggested to American Heart Assn., 1425 NE Irving #100, Portland OR 97232.
Arrangements were handled by Virgil T. Golden Funeral Service, Salem.
Marilyn Patterson
March 5, 1928 - June 4, 2007
Marilyn Patterson, 79, of Salem, formerly of Dallas, died June 4.
Memorial celebration is 1 p.m., Saturday, June 16 at the Salemtowne club house.
Dallas Mortuary Tribute Center handled arrangements.
Odette Mary Colburn Hamel
June 6, 1915 - June 3, 2007
Odette Mary Colburn Hamel, 91, of Florence, formerly of Dallas, died June 3.
Graveside service is 11 a.m., Saturday, June 16 at Restlawn Memory Gardens, Salem.
Dallas Mortuary Tribute Center handled arrangements.
