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<b>RUNYAN, Kathryn L.</b> — Age 80, of Myrtle Creek, Oregon, passed away on January 23, 2006. A memorial service will be held on Friday, January 27, 2006, at Myrtle Creek Family Funeral Home at 3 p.m., with Pastor John P. Gustafson officiating. (541) 863-5122.
<b>Mildred Ethel Webb</b>
WEBB, Mildred Ethel — Age 87, of Eugene, Oregon, passed away on Saturday, January 21, 2006. She was born in White, South Dakota, on June 19, 1918, to Edwin and Minnie (Scholl) Moon. In December of 1937, she married Claude Williams in Roseburg, Oregon. She served as a welder at the Van Port Shipyard during WWII. Mildred got her education in elementary and business training and worked as a secretary and a bookkeeper for many years. On February 28, 1943, she married Wilbur A. Webb in Portland, Oregon. Mildred moved from Roseburg to Eugene in 1996. She was a member of the Dixonville Grange and the Westminster Presbyterian Church of Eugene. Mildred was a very caring person who enjoyed spending time with family and friends. She loved gardening, knitting, crocheting and traveling. Mildred was preceded in death by her husbands, Claude Williams in Iowa and Wilbur A. Webb on December 23, 1995. She is survived by a brother, Russell E. Moon of Brookings, Oregon; sisters, Alyce C. Anglin of Dallas, Oregon; Bertha A. Millhollen of Eugene; and Alta B. Roberts of Shelton, Washington. Private interment has been held within the grounds of Roseburg Memorial Gardens. A celebration of Mildred’s life will be held at a later date. Donations in her name can be made to the Westminster Presbyterian Church in Eugene. LONG & SHUKLE MEMORIAL CHAPEL handled the arrangements.
<b>Betty Mae Thompson</b>
THOMPSON, Betty Mae — Age 72, of Sutherlin, Oregon, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, January 26, 2006, from her home, surrounded by her family. She was born on April 6, 1933, in Reydell, Arkansas, daughter of Spencer Grady and Mary Maude (Capps) Wiggs. She was united in marriage to Marvin Thompson on August 2, 1952, in Las Vegas, Nevada. She was a Christian and they were members of the Roseburg Church of God. Betty is survived by her husband of 53 years, Marvin of Sutherlin; a daughter, Karen Ray and her husband, Delbert of Lemoore, California; two sons, Rick Thompson and his wife, Katherine of Salem; Ron Thompson and his wife, Noreen of Roseburg; seven grandchildren, Justin; Aiko; Darlene; Amanda; Jacob; Melinda; and Jennifer; as well as seven great-grandchildren. Memorial services will be held at the Roseburg Church of God on Monday, January 30, 2006, at 4 p.m. Officiating will be Pastor Doyle Pooler. Private interment will be at the Pleasant Valley Cemetery in Coalinga, California. Memorial donations may be made to the Roseburg Church of God. The family would like to thank Darrel Hand with Douglas Hospice and Dr. Connie Grady. TAYLOR’S FAMILY CHAPEL is assisting the family.
<b>Juniaetta Hazel Soeteber</b>
SOETEBER, Juniaetta Hazel — Age 82, of Riddle, Oregon, passed away at her home early Wednesday morning, January 25, 2006. She was born in Chehalis, Washington, on June 30, 1923, to the late Fred and Dorothea Brown. She grew up in Centralia, Washington, and also went to school there. Juniaetta met her husband to be, LeRoy Soeteber in the shipyards in Vancouver, Washington, where they both worked as welders. They were married in Spokane, Washington, on July 4, 1944. Juniaetta and LeRoy lived in Northern Idaho, before coming to the Riddle area where she lived for the past 52 years. Her husband, LeRoy preceded her in death on July 10, 1995. Surviving are one daughter, Sherry and her husband, George Dawson of Riddle; one son, Terry and his wife, Janice Soeteber of Grants Pass, Oregon; one brother, Darrell and his wife, Lillian Brown of Canyonville, Oregon; six grandchildren; and 12 great-grandchildren. The family suggests memorial contributions to New Beginnings S.P.C.A, PO Box 1494, Roseburg, Oregon, 97470. At her request, there will not be any services held. Private urn disposition will be at a later date. MOUNTAIN VIEW MEMORIAL CHAPEL in Myrtle Creek, Oregon, assisted the family.
<b>Mary Lee Shoults </b>
SHOULTS, Mary Lee — Age 67, of Winston, Oregon, passed away on December 30, 2005. Mary Lee was born in Roseburg, Oregon, on February 17, 1938, to Floyd and Mabel Baughman who preceded her in death. She lived in Winston, Oregon, since 1955. Mary Lee was in the first graduating class from Douglas High School in 1956. After her graduation she met and married her husband of 46 years, A.D. Shoults on February 14, 1959. In November of 1959 they had the first of two children a son, Curtis and 18 months later in May of 1961 a daughter, Ramona. In 1973, when her children were older and in school Mary Lee became Douglas County’s Winston Branch Librarian where she remained until her retirement. Mary Lee loved to read and work with the people and children at the library. She was well recognized and loved in her community. She is survived by her loving husband, A.D. Shoults of Winston; her son, Curtis Wayne Shoults and his wife, Annette Shoults of Winston; two grandchildren, Jennifer Cotton and Chad Northcraft ages 25 and 26, also of Winston; daughter, Ramona Lynn Schaan and her husband, Allan Schaan of Roseburg; two grandchildren, Kiarra Schaan, age 5, and Kyle Schaan, four months, that she loved with all of her heart; sisters, Bonnie Jean Lewis and her husband, William and their daughter, Jean of Eugene, Oregon; Dolores Marie Lehtinen and Pamela Bowers of Woodinville, Washington; loving cousins, Norma Behm and Arleta Kight; and longtime friends, Scotti Trim and Joyce and Verdo Ligon; as well as many other cherished friends and relatives. Her life on earth has ended and her pathways no more she will trod, but her name is written in gold in the autograph of God. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Douglas County Library in Mary Lee’s name will be used to purchase large print books for the Winston’s Branch Library, where a special book section has been set up in her honor. Mary Lee lived her life on this earth as an Angel with a loving and compassionate soul. She touched the hearts of everyone who knew her. She will forever be our Angel in heaven and will be greatly missed.
<b>Henry Less Pingleton</b>
PINGLETON, Henry Less — Funeral services for Henry Less Pingleton, age 95, of Coquille, Oregon, will be held on Saturday, January 28, 2006, at 1 p.m. at the Coquille Community Center, 115 N. Birch, in Coquille. Interment will be held at Myrtle Crest Memorial Gardens, 94105 Rink Creek Lane, Coquille. Pastor John Baldwin will officiate. Henry was born on December 11, 1910, in Alton, Missouri, to William and Grace (Cox) Pingleton. He passed away on January 24, 2006, at a Eugene, Oregon, hospital. Henry moved to Coquille in 1935 and was hired as a carpenter, building the Coquille Plywood Plant (last known as Georgia Pacific). He continued to work at the plywood plant and his last position was as head sander foreman before he semi-retired in 1964. He continued to work as a self employed carpenter, roofing and painting many homes in the area as well as remodeling and adding foundations under existing homes. He built two homes of his own and one for one of his children, as well as owning many rentals in the area. He also owned and operated a lawnmower and saw sharpening service until 2003. Henry is survived by his wife of 60 years, Pearl B. (Tennant) Pingleton of Coquille; children and their spouses, Mona and Ray Wilcox of Wilbur, Oregon; Mary and Jerry Aasen of Myrtle Point, Oregon; Sharon and Dave Sturdivant of Coquille; Bob and Grace Pingleton of Newberry, South Carolina; Tom and Darlene Pingleton of Winston, Oregon; 15 grandchildren; 30 great-grandchildren; 15 great-great-grandchildren; sisters, Martha Vranes of Portland, Oregon; Pauline Bradshaw of Portland; and Josephine Bottoms. Henry was preceded in death by his parents; his sister, Mary Storm; and brothers, Charlie, Ray and Perry Pingleton. Services are under the direction of Myrtle Grove Funeral Service (541) 440-9187.
<b>Pearl B. Raney</b>
RANEY, Pearl B. — Passed away on January 25, 2006. She was born in Portland, Oregon, on October 5, 1920. Pearl married William J. Raney on April 3, 1976, in Reno, Nevada. She worked for A.F. Soar Pencil Factory until she retired in 1975. Pearl loved house plants, outdoor flower gardening and crocheting. She was preceded in death by her husband, William J. Raney on January 18, 2006; son, Franklin L. Weseman on December 16, 2005; and sister, June Smeeton. She is survived by her sons, Robert L. Weseman and his wife, Judy of Glide, Oregon; Richard L. Weseman of Fahrump, Nevada; daughters, Georgia Ketchum and her husband, Richard of Roseburg, Oregon; Debbie McFarland and her husband, John of Oakland, Oregon; Vivian Petrie of Sutherlin, Oregon; Carol Nolan of Osborne, Kansas; brother, Franklin Parsons and his wife, Jean of Raymond, Washington; sisters, Lucille Young of Reno, Nevada; Frances King and her husband, Ted of Eureka, California; and numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. A private interment will be held on Tuesday, January 31, 2006, within the grounds of Roseburg Memorial Gardens. LONG & SHUKLE MEMORIAL CHAPEL is in charge of the arrangements.
<b>Thomas Earl Husmann</b>
HUSMANN, Thomas Earl — Age 60, of Roseburg, Oregon, passed away on January 24, 2006. He was born on January 30, 1946, to Harley Claire and Velma Viola (Jepson) Husmann. Thomas served in the Navy in the late 1950’s until the 1960’s. Thomas was a musician, artist and a draftsman. He is survived by daughter, Karla Gilliam; daughter, Kayla Wright; brother, Tony Jepson; brother, Rick Husmann; sister, Charleyne Husmann; granddaughter, Abigail Gilliam; grandson, Malaki Wright; and longtime friends and brothers in Christ, Al Fisher and Jay Kempke and their families. The family wishes to thank everyone for all of their love, support and prayers during this time and always. A memorial service will be held on Sunday, January 29, 2006, at 1 p.m. at the Sunset Apartments, 1800 N. Sunset, in Roseburg. WILSON’S CHAPEL OF THE ROSES assisted the family.
<b>Ronald James Gill</b>
GILL, Ronald James — Age 56, of Myrtle Creek, Oregon, passed away on January 24, 2006, in an accident. He was born in Raleigh, North Carolina, on January 14, 1950, to Garland Gill and Mabel Louise Osborne. Ronnie was a loving father, husband, brother and papa to his special grandchildren, Mason and Ava. He enjoyed his family and friends and his passion was helping others. He had worked for Roseburg Forest Products in Riddle, Oregon, Huffman & Wright Co. in Canyonville, Oregon, and Lone Rock/Sun Studs in Roseburg, Oregon. He was semi-retired and a part time mechanic. Ronnie had many special friends. His best friends were his sons, Ryan and Shaun and his brothers, Johnnie and Walt. Survivors include his wife of 15 years, Teresa Gill of Myrtle Creek; sons, Ryan James Gill and Lisa of Sutherlin, Oregon; Shaun Paul Gill and his wife, Tasha; grandchildren, Mason Douglas Gill and Ava Elise Gill; step-daughters, Tasha Keneally and Clint of Redding, California; Nicole Keneally and Chris of Glendale, Arizona; brothers, Walter Gill and Kathy; Johnnie Gill and his wife, Sharon; sister, Wanda Lee Rowe, all of Myrtle Creek; sister, Elizabeth Hagberg and her husband, Terry of Corvallis, Oregon; father, Garland G. Gill and Barbara of Safford, Arizona; and nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his mother, Mabel Louise Osborne and his brother, Charlie Vance Gill. He will be greatly missed by everyone who knew and loved him. Services will be held at 2 p.m., on Sunday, January 29, 2006, at the Nazarene Church, 235 NE Rice St., in Myrtle Creek.
<b>Alice Marie Davis</b>
DAVIS, Alice Marie — Age 79, of Roseburg, Oregon, passed away at her home on January 23, 2006. She was born in Bluejacket, Oklahoma, on May 18, 1926, to Elmer and Alberta (Foxworthy) Mason. Alice moved to Coos Bay, Oregon, in 1955. In the early 1960’s Alice married John Espie Davis. She lived in Coos Bay until four years ago before moving to Roseburg. Alice enjoyed doing needlework. Survivors include her children, Bill Ferrell of Coos Bay; Sharon Young of Klamath Falls, Oregon; Beverly Scevers of Roseburg; numerous grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; eleven great-great-grandchildren; brothers, James Mason of Coos Bay; Vernon Mason; Elmer Mason; Melvin Mason of Oklahoma; sisters, Alberta Winfrey; and Anna Graham of Oklahoma. She was preceded in death by her husband, John Davis who passed away in March of 1991; daughter, Delores Plummer who passed away in December of 1991; son, Harold Ferrell who passed away in 1987; and five brothers and sisters. Graveside services will be held at 10 a.m. on Monday, January 30, 2006, at Sunset Memorial Park in Coos Bay with Reverend Edward M. Scevers officiating. WILSON’S CHAPEL OF THE ROSES is assisting the family.
<b>Mildred Ethel Webb</b>
WEBB, Mildred Ethel — Age 87, of Eugene, Oregon, passed away on Saturday, January 21, 2006. She was born in White, South Dakota, on June 19, 1918, to Edwin and Minnie (Scholl) Moon. In December of 1937, she married Claude Williams in Roseburg, Oregon. She served as a welder at the Van Port Shipyard during WWII. Mildred got her education in elementary and business training and worked as a secretary and a bookkeeper for many years. On February 28, 1943, she married Wilbur A. Webb in Portland, Oregon. Mildred moved from Roseburg to Eugene in 1996. She was a member of the Dixonville Grange and the Westminster Presbyterian Church of Eugene. Mildred was a very caring person who enjoyed spending time with family and friends. She loved gardening, knitting, crocheting and traveling. Mildred was preceded in death by her husbands, Claude Williams in Iowa and Wilbur A. Webb on December 23, 1995. She is survived by a brother, Russell E. Moon of Brookings, Oregon; sisters, Alyce C. Anglin of Dallas, Oregon; Bertha A. Millhollen of Eugene; and Alta B. Roberts of Shelton, Washington. Private interment has been held within the grounds of Roseburg Memorial Gardens. A celebration of Mildred’s life will be held at a later date. Donations in her name can be made to the Westminster Presbyterian Church in Eugene. LONG & SHUKLE MEMORIAL CHAPEL handled the arrangements.
<b>Betty Mae Thompson</b>
THOMPSON, Betty Mae — Age 72, of Sutherlin, Oregon, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, January 26, 2006, from her home, surrounded by her family. She was born on April 6, 1933, in Reydell, Arkansas, daughter of Spencer Grady and Mary Maude (Capps) Wiggs. She was united in marriage to Marvin Thompson on August 2, 1952, in Las Vegas, Nevada. She was a Christian and they were members of the Roseburg Church of God. Betty is survived by her husband of 53 years, Marvin of Sutherlin; a daughter, Karen Ray and her husband, Delbert of Lemoore, California; two sons, Rick Thompson and his wife, Katherine of Salem; Ron Thompson and his wife, Noreen of Roseburg; seven grandchildren, Justin; Aiko; Darlene; Amanda; Jacob; Melinda; and Jennifer; as well as seven great-grandchildren. Memorial services will be held at the Roseburg Church of God on Monday, January 30, 2006, at 4 p.m. Officiating will be Pastor Doyle Pooler. Private interment will be at the Pleasant Valley Cemetery in Coalinga, California. Memorial donations may be made to the Roseburg Church of God. The family would like to thank Darrel Hand with Douglas Hospice and Dr. Connie Grady. TAYLOR’S FAMILY CHAPEL is assisting the family.
<b>Juniaetta Hazel Soeteber</b>
SOETEBER, Juniaetta Hazel — Age 82, of Riddle, Oregon, passed away at her home early Wednesday morning, January 25, 2006. She was born in Chehalis, Washington, on June 30, 1923, to the late Fred and Dorothea Brown. She grew up in Centralia, Washington, and also went to school there. Juniaetta met her husband to be, LeRoy Soeteber in the shipyards in Vancouver, Washington, where they both worked as welders. They were married in Spokane, Washington, on July 4, 1944. Juniaetta and LeRoy lived in Northern Idaho, before coming to the Riddle area where she lived for the past 52 years. Her husband, LeRoy preceded her in death on July 10, 1995. Surviving are one daughter, Sherry and her husband, George Dawson of Riddle; one son, Terry and his wife, Janice Soeteber of Grants Pass, Oregon; one brother, Darrell and his wife, Lillian Brown of Canyonville, Oregon; six grandchildren; and 12 great-grandchildren. The family suggests memorial contributions to New Beginnings S.P.C.A, PO Box 1494, Roseburg, Oregon, 97470. At her request, there will not be any services held. Private urn disposition will be at a later date. MOUNTAIN VIEW MEMORIAL CHAPEL in Myrtle Creek, Oregon, assisted the family.
<b>Mary Lee Shoults </b>
SHOULTS, Mary Lee — Age 67, of Winston, Oregon, passed away on December 30, 2005. Mary Lee was born in Roseburg, Oregon, on February 17, 1938, to Floyd and Mabel Baughman who preceded her in death. She lived in Winston, Oregon, since 1955. Mary Lee was in the first graduating class from Douglas High School in 1956. After her graduation she met and married her husband of 46 years, A.D. Shoults on February 14, 1959. In November of 1959 they had the first of two children a son, Curtis and 18 months later in May of 1961 a daughter, Ramona. In 1973, when her children were older and in school Mary Lee became Douglas County’s Winston Branch Librarian where she remained until her retirement. Mary Lee loved to read and work with the people and children at the library. She was well recognized and loved in her community. She is survived by her loving husband, A.D. Shoults of Winston; her son, Curtis Wayne Shoults and his wife, Annette Shoults of Winston; two grandchildren, Jennifer Cotton and Chad Northcraft ages 25 and 26, also of Winston; daughter, Ramona Lynn Schaan and her husband, Allan Schaan of Roseburg; two grandchildren, Kiarra Schaan, age 5, and Kyle Schaan, four months, that she loved with all of her heart; sisters, Bonnie Jean Lewis and her husband, William and their daughter, Jean of Eugene, Oregon; Dolores Marie Lehtinen and Pamela Bowers of Woodinville, Washington; loving cousins, Norma Behm and Arleta Kight; and longtime friends, Scotti Trim and Joyce and Verdo Ligon; as well as many other cherished friends and relatives. Her life on earth has ended and her pathways no more she will trod, but her name is written in gold in the autograph of God. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Douglas County Library in Mary Lee’s name will be used to purchase large print books for the Winston’s Branch Library, where a special book section has been set up in her honor. Mary Lee lived her life on this earth as an Angel with a loving and compassionate soul. She touched the hearts of everyone who knew her. She will forever be our Angel in heaven and will be greatly missed.
<b>Henry Less Pingleton</b>
PINGLETON, Henry Less — Funeral services for Henry Less Pingleton, age 95, of Coquille, Oregon, will be held on Saturday, January 28, 2006, at 1 p.m. at the Coquille Community Center, 115 N. Birch, in Coquille. Interment will be held at Myrtle Crest Memorial Gardens, 94105 Rink Creek Lane, Coquille. Pastor John Baldwin will officiate. Henry was born on December 11, 1910, in Alton, Missouri, to William and Grace (Cox) Pingleton. He passed away on January 24, 2006, at a Eugene, Oregon, hospital. Henry moved to Coquille in 1935 and was hired as a carpenter, building the Coquille Plywood Plant (last known as Georgia Pacific). He continued to work at the plywood plant and his last position was as head sander foreman before he semi-retired in 1964. He continued to work as a self employed carpenter, roofing and painting many homes in the area as well as remodeling and adding foundations under existing homes. He built two homes of his own and one for one of his children, as well as owning many rentals in the area. He also owned and operated a lawnmower and saw sharpening service until 2003. Henry is survived by his wife of 60 years, Pearl B. (Tennant) Pingleton of Coquille; children and their spouses, Mona and Ray Wilcox of Wilbur, Oregon; Mary and Jerry Aasen of Myrtle Point, Oregon; Sharon and Dave Sturdivant of Coquille; Bob and Grace Pingleton of Newberry, South Carolina; Tom and Darlene Pingleton of Winston, Oregon; 15 grandchildren; 30 great-grandchildren; 15 great-great-grandchildren; sisters, Martha Vranes of Portland, Oregon; Pauline Bradshaw of Portland; and Josephine Bottoms. Henry was preceded in death by his parents; his sister, Mary Storm; and brothers, Charlie, Ray and Perry Pingleton. Services are under the direction of Myrtle Grove Funeral Service (541) 440-9187.
<b>Pearl B. Raney</b>
RANEY, Pearl B. — Passed away on January 25, 2006. She was born in Portland, Oregon, on October 5, 1920. Pearl married William J. Raney on April 3, 1976, in Reno, Nevada. She worked for A.F. Soar Pencil Factory until she retired in 1975. Pearl loved house plants, outdoor flower gardening and crocheting. She was preceded in death by her husband, William J. Raney on January 18, 2006; son, Franklin L. Weseman on December 16, 2005; and sister, June Smeeton. She is survived by her sons, Robert L. Weseman and his wife, Judy of Glide, Oregon; Richard L. Weseman of Fahrump, Nevada; daughters, Georgia Ketchum and her husband, Richard of Roseburg, Oregon; Debbie McFarland and her husband, John of Oakland, Oregon; Vivian Petrie of Sutherlin, Oregon; Carol Nolan of Osborne, Kansas; brother, Franklin Parsons and his wife, Jean of Raymond, Washington; sisters, Lucille Young of Reno, Nevada; Frances King and her husband, Ted of Eureka, California; and numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. A private interment will be held on Tuesday, January 31, 2006, within the grounds of Roseburg Memorial Gardens. LONG & SHUKLE MEMORIAL CHAPEL is in charge of the arrangements.
<b>Thomas Earl Husmann</b>
HUSMANN, Thomas Earl — Age 60, of Roseburg, Oregon, passed away on January 24, 2006. He was born on January 30, 1946, to Harley Claire and Velma Viola (Jepson) Husmann. Thomas served in the Navy in the late 1950’s until the 1960’s. Thomas was a musician, artist and a draftsman. He is survived by daughter, Karla Gilliam; daughter, Kayla Wright; brother, Tony Jepson; brother, Rick Husmann; sister, Charleyne Husmann; granddaughter, Abigail Gilliam; grandson, Malaki Wright; and longtime friends and brothers in Christ, Al Fisher and Jay Kempke and their families. The family wishes to thank everyone for all of their love, support and prayers during this time and always. A memorial service will be held on Sunday, January 29, 2006, at 1 p.m. at the Sunset Apartments, 1800 N. Sunset, in Roseburg. WILSON’S CHAPEL OF THE ROSES assisted the family.
<b>Ronald James Gill</b>
GILL, Ronald James — Age 56, of Myrtle Creek, Oregon, passed away on January 24, 2006, in an accident. He was born in Raleigh, North Carolina, on January 14, 1950, to Garland Gill and Mabel Louise Osborne. Ronnie was a loving father, husband, brother and papa to his special grandchildren, Mason and Ava. He enjoyed his family and friends and his passion was helping others. He had worked for Roseburg Forest Products in Riddle, Oregon, Huffman & Wright Co. in Canyonville, Oregon, and Lone Rock/Sun Studs in Roseburg, Oregon. He was semi-retired and a part time mechanic. Ronnie had many special friends. His best friends were his sons, Ryan and Shaun and his brothers, Johnnie and Walt. Survivors include his wife of 15 years, Teresa Gill of Myrtle Creek; sons, Ryan James Gill and Lisa of Sutherlin, Oregon; Shaun Paul Gill and his wife, Tasha; grandchildren, Mason Douglas Gill and Ava Elise Gill; step-daughters, Tasha Keneally and Clint of Redding, California; Nicole Keneally and Chris of Glendale, Arizona; brothers, Walter Gill and Kathy; Johnnie Gill and his wife, Sharon; sister, Wanda Lee Rowe, all of Myrtle Creek; sister, Elizabeth Hagberg and her husband, Terry of Corvallis, Oregon; father, Garland G. Gill and Barbara of Safford, Arizona; and nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his mother, Mabel Louise Osborne and his brother, Charlie Vance Gill. He will be greatly missed by everyone who knew and loved him. Services will be held at 2 p.m., on Sunday, January 29, 2006, at the Nazarene Church, 235 NE Rice St., in Myrtle Creek.
<b>Alice Marie Davis</b>
DAVIS, Alice Marie — Age 79, of Roseburg, Oregon, passed away at her home on January 23, 2006. She was born in Bluejacket, Oklahoma, on May 18, 1926, to Elmer and Alberta (Foxworthy) Mason. Alice moved to Coos Bay, Oregon, in 1955. In the early 1960’s Alice married John Espie Davis. She lived in Coos Bay until four years ago before moving to Roseburg. Alice enjoyed doing needlework. Survivors include her children, Bill Ferrell of Coos Bay; Sharon Young of Klamath Falls, Oregon; Beverly Scevers of Roseburg; numerous grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; eleven great-great-grandchildren; brothers, James Mason of Coos Bay; Vernon Mason; Elmer Mason; Melvin Mason of Oklahoma; sisters, Alberta Winfrey; and Anna Graham of Oklahoma. She was preceded in death by her husband, John Davis who passed away in March of 1991; daughter, Delores Plummer who passed away in December of 1991; son, Harold Ferrell who passed away in 1987; and five brothers and sisters. Graveside services will be held at 10 a.m. on Monday, January 30, 2006, at Sunset Memorial Park in Coos Bay with Reverend Edward M. Scevers officiating. WILSON’S CHAPEL OF THE ROSES is assisting the family.
