Scott Anderson - Dec. 25, 1947 - July 2, 2012

Dr. Scott Anderson, DMD, died on July 2, at the age of 64.

He was born to Merwin and Mildred Anderson in Portland, on Dec. 25, 1947.

He began his education at Church College of Hawaii (now BYU-Hawaii) and completed undergraduate and graduate studies at Portland State University. He attended dental school at Oregon Health Sciences University and completed a residency in oral and maxillofacial surgery at the University of Pennsylvania and Pennsylvania Hospital.

He began his own oral and maxillofacial surgery practice in 1980 and was chief of oral and maxillofacial surgery at Good Samaritan Hospital for 14 years.

Services were held July 14 at the Lakeridge LDS Ward in Lake Oswego, and at the Multnomah Athletic Club.

Dr. Anderson will be dearly missed by all who knew him and his many acts of decency and kindness. 

He was married to Phyllis Mazzarella in 1978, and had three sons, Jordan, Tyler and Elliott, in 1980, 1982 and 1984. He is also survived by his sisters, Jeannie Kurtz, Debbie Robinson, Mary Jane Hill and Kristy Falke.

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Arrangements: Stehn Family Chapels Milwaukie Tribute Center. 

Edwin Irvin Giese - Jan.14, 1920 - July 8, 2012

Edwin Irvin Giese died on July 8.

He was born on Jan. 14, 1920, and raised and schooled in Max, N.D. He joined the U.S. Army in 1944, serving with the 82nd Airborne as a paratrooper.  After his service in 1946, he came to Portland, where he joined the Portland Cement Masons Local 555 and worked as a mason for over 40 years. Later he met Roz Powell and they were married Feb. 14, 1993, in Milwaukie.

He was an honorary member of SEIU Local 503, a member of Milwaukie Elks Lodge 2032 since 1957 and an ardent Blazer fan.

Mr. Giese is survived by: his wife, Roz; son, Larry Giese; daughter, Sandra Colvin; six step-children; brother, Rueben Giese; 19 grandchildren; and 22 great-grandchildren. 

He was preceded in death by his parents, four brothers and one sister.

A funeral service was held on July 13 at Stehn Family Chapels Milwaukie Tribute Center, followed by a reception at Milwaukie Elks Lodge.

Private interment will be held at Willamette National Cemetery.

 The family suggests remembrances in his memory to the Milwaukie Elks Lodge or Milwaukie Center, in care of the funeral home.

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Arrangements: Stehn Family Chapels Milwaukie Tribute Center. 

Evelyn Marie - Selzer Grossaint - Sept. 18, 1926 - July 11, 2012

Evelyn Grossaint, a loving, caring, thoughtful mother, wife, sister and friend, died peacefully on July 11 after suffering from Alzheimer’s disease; she was 85. She was born in Paullina, Iowa, to Fred and Louise Mertens on Sept. 18, 1926.

A resident of Oregon City, she had six children; Leon DeWitt, who preceded her in death, and Bill DeWitt (wife, Dorothy) with her first husband, Arnold Ohme. Linda Hadley (husband, Doug), Steve DeWitt (wife, Donna), Lisa Nemec (husband, Matt) and Kelly Malone with her second husband, James DeWitt.

She was the proud grandmother of Mike DeWitt (wife, Heather), Shawn Dewitt, DeAnn DeWitt, Austin DeWitt, Cameron Malone, Amber Evans (husband, Jadco) Shelby Hadley, Zach Hadley, Chelsea Nemec and Alli Nemec. She also adored her great-grandchildren; Skyler DeWitt, Logan DeWitt and James Malone.

She touched the lives of everyone she knew and will forever live in the hearts of her family, who thanked her for her love, life and laughter, saying they’re a strong and blessed family because of the love she gave.

Arrangements: Crown Memorial Center.

Mildred ‘Millie’ Cook Kitzmiller - July 16, 1953 - July 7, 2012

Mildred “Millie” Cook Kitzmiller, an award-winning real estate agent, and beloved wife, mother and grandmother, died in Portland, on July 7.

She was born in Heppner, Ore., to Miles “Puddy” Cook and Hazel Lambert Cook on July 16, 1953. With grace, she courageously battled cancer. She was 58.

A dedicated professional who loved her work, she found her calling as a real estate agent 11 years ago. She served her clients with integrity and never encouraged them to purchase homes that were beyond their means. Despite the recent economic and real estate downturn, she closed enough business to win the Presidents Elite Award in 2009, 2010 and 2011 from John L. Scott Realty. Although hers was the only name on these awards, she would always be quick to acknowledge the team of people who worked for her and helped her obtain these achievements.

She was an avid gardener. Her respect for life and nature manifested itself in a gift for creating lush and beautiful landscapes. She had just the right touch when it came to gardening. She knew when to provide extra care to her plants and she knew when to leave them alone.

She wouldn’t even exterminate a large family of frogs that had inhabited her outdoor fountain, even though their loud croaking kept her own family awake at night. She also demonstrated her compassion for animals through her dedication to Family Dogs New Life Shelter, a no kill dog shelter dedicated to rescuing and rehoming needy dogs regardless of age, breed or history. She served as secretary on the board of directors and visited often to provide any help that the shelter needed, whether it was playing with the dogs or completing administrative tasks.

She provided the encouragement, love and support that her daughter, Tasha, needed to have the strength and confidence to follow her dream and start this organization that has now saved thousands of dogs.

She cherished her roles as mother and grandmother. She looked forward to relaxing trips to the beach at Lincoln City with her family. She took great delight in just being with her family. Whether her children, Tom and Tasha, were toddlers or adults, she would often say, “let’s curl up in bed and watch a movie,” or “let’s all go lay in bed and I’ll tell you a story.”

Faithful, supportive and loving, kind, honest and empathic, not only was she an excellent mother and grandmother, but she was also an excellent friend. Her loss will be felt deeply.

A Christian and a beloved wife, mother and grandmother, she is survived by her husband, John Kitzmiller of Oregon City, her son, Thomas Hilts of Portland, and her daughter, Tasha Giacomazzi of Portland . She is also survived by her granddaughter, Thomasina Hilts of Portland, her mother, Hazel Lux of Salem, her sisters, Patty Kempke of Portland,Margie Agee of Drummond, Mont., Mary Cook, of Portland, Carolyn O’Neill of Happy Valley, Darlene Waldo of Salem and Jackie Herman of Salem, and her dogs, Buffy and Sophie.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a contribution to Family Dogs New Life Shelter located at 9101 S.E. Stanley Ave., Portland 97206. Family Dogs New Life Shelter can also be found at familydogsnewlife.org.

Geraldine ‘Gerry’ McKnight - Feb. 22, 1931 - July 1, 2012

Geraldine ‘Gerry’ McKnight died on July 1, at age 81.

She was born to Carl and Kathryn Gettman in Portland, graduated from Washington High School in 1949 and began her stellar career with Pacific NW Bell in 1950, starting as an operator.

She retired as chief service advisor after 33 years. She married Mac McKnight, on Jan 16, 1959, in Milwaukie. They loved traveling and spending time at their cabin on Devil’s Lake. They were wonderful ballroom dancers.

Mac passed away in 2006, and now he and Gerry are dancing together again.

Mrs. McKnight is survived by: daughter, Kathy; son-in-law, Terry; grandson, John; devoted cousins, Jackie, Dorothy, Sharon and Bev; and many other family and friends whom she adored.

Memorial contributions may be made to Cystic Fibrosis Oregon, 2701 N.W. Vaughn St., Portland, OR 97210.

Mrs. McKnight’s memorial service and reception will be at 1 p.m. on Friday, July 20, at Stehn Family Chapels Tribute Center, 2906 S.E. Harrison St., Milwaukie. 

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Arrangements: Stehn Family Chapels Milwaukie Tribute Center. 

Patsy Jean Shepherd - Oct. 1, 1932- June 9, 2012

Patsy Jean Shepherd died on June 9, after losing her battle with cancer.

She was born in Greeley, Colo., on Oct. 1, 1932, to Paul and Lucille Brown. Her four children were born in Ogden, Utah, and raised there until 1965 when she moved to Portland.

She then reunited with her old flame Phillip Shepherd and they were wed in 1966. Together they raised six children.

Mrs. Shepherd worked as an Avon sales representative and later became a district manager; she was the only person to achieve district manager without a college degree.

As a young woman, she enjoyed semi-professional bowling. Other interests were egg artistry, card making and sewing. She spent 10 years in the mission field with M.M.A.P., was a talented musician, an active volunteer for multiple church and cancer organizations and was always dedicated to her family. Her greatest love was her grandkids, who were never too old to sit on her lap.

Mrs. Shepherd is survived by: her husband, Phil Shepherd; children, Linda Benson, Kim Pringle, Pam Rivers and Patsy Mann; brothers, Frank Howe and Rex Keith Howe; nine grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren; and four great-great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her beloved son, Roger Pringle; daughter, Joyce Mitchell; and sister, Arlene Furr.

Mrs. Shepherd was a very positive, giving and upbeat woman, so in her honor there will be a celebration of her life at 11 a.m. on Saturday, July 21, at Stone Creek Christian Church, 21949 S. Highway 213 in Oregon City. Please join us as we come together to remember an amazing wife, mother, sister, grandma and friend. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to The American Cancer Society’s Camp Ucandu in Mrs. Shepherd’s name.

Her favorite Bible verse: “We know that God causes everything to work together for the good of those who love God and are called according to his purpose for them.” Romans 8:28.

Arrangements: Hillside Chapel.

David ‘Dave’ - Bruce Stonesifer - Dec. 29, 1937 - July 1, 2012

David “Dave” Bruce Stonesifer died on July 1, in Oregon City.

He was born Dec. 29, 1937, in Madison, Wisc., but most of his childhood was spent in Chicago, where he graduated from Lane Technical High School.

His employment by Eastern Airlines moved him to Miami, where he lived for many years.

Mr. Stonesifer, who identified himself as “a citizen of the world,” traveled extensively, including visits to his brother, Alan Stonesifer, and sister, Janet Rugg, in Oregon.

Recently he drove cross country to Oregon, stopping along the way to visit several long-time friends; he settled in Oregon City.

As a devoted member of the Church of Latter Day Saints, Mr. Stonesifer immediately became active in his new ward and community. He shared his delightful sense of humor and lust for life as he helped everyone he could. He enjoyed time on the golf course with his brother, as well as sampling his sister’s cooking whenever possible.

In addition to his brother and sister, he is survived by his four children, David, Cindy, Todd and Lee Daniel.

His beloved parents, Frank and Marie Stonesifer, formerly of Salem, preceded him in death many years ago.

His final gift of life was to donate himself for medical research through Med Cure.

All who wish to celebrate his life are invited to a memorial service held at Clackamas Ward at 10 a.m. on Saturday, July 21.

“Try not to become a man of success but rather to become a man of value.” Such men are always valued and never forgotten.