Earl Dean Fowler passed away with his family at his side at the Oregon Veterans’ Home in The Dalles on Friday, March 21, 2008, at the age of 78. Earl was born in Seminole, Okla., to Mary Garrison Fowler and Charles E. Fowler in 1929. He was the youngest of three children.

In 1941, Earl’s family moved to Hermiston Ore., where he graduated from Hermiston High School in 1948. Between high school and college, he worked summers in construction of both the Umatilla Ordinance depot and McNary Dam. He was always proud to have played football for the Hermiston Bulldogs.

Earl earned both his Bachelor of Science and Master of Science degrees from the University of Oregon. During college he was president of his fraternity, Lamda Chi Alpha.

At the University of Oregon, he met Joan Chandler. In 1955, they were married at Elmendorf Air Force/Army base in Anchorage, Alaska, where he was stationed in the Army.

Earl began a long and rewarding teaching career in 1956 at Wy’east High School in Odell. He excelled as a history teacher and went on to become vice principal of Hood River Valley High School when it opened in 1971. He remained in that position until his retirement in 1986.

Shortly before his retirement, he requested to return to teaching and to remain in his role as vice principal. He genuinely loved teaching high school history.

In addition to serving on several professional education committees, Earl was a member of the Alpinees, and Lions Club. In his free time he enjoyed steelhead fishing, travel, and derived great satisfaction from raising cattle.

He is survived by his wife, Joan Fowler, of Hood River, son Brad Fowler, and his wife, Katy, of Hood River, daughter Jacqueline Lampros and her husband, Marcus Lampros, part-time residents of Hood River. Grandchildren include Mario Guisto, Kathryn Guisto, Tony Guisto, Kristoff Fowler, sister Marjorie N. Bell of Riverside Calif.

He was preceded in death by his brother, Charles Fowler.

The family invites friends and acquaintances to a celebration of Earl’s life at the Crag Rat Hut on Friday, March 28, from 4-7 p.m. Crag Rat Road, Pine Grove. (Take Highway 35 to Van Horn Drive, go east and turn south on Eastside Road.) Memorial contributions may be given to the organizations of your choice.

Lee Mauroni of Parkdale died peacefully at the age of 82 with his devoted, loving wife and family at his side on March 17, 2008.

Leroy Eugene Mauroni was born on Sept. 9, 1925. in Allegheny County, Pa., to Josephine Busatto Mauroni and Carlos Mauroni. Lee was the youngest child of four.

Lee started playing music at a young age; at around age 15 he played in a dance band with his brothers. He enjoyed listening to classical and thought no one could sing as well as Perry Como.

Lee was drafted for World War II and he trained with the Air Corps, but before he was called to duty the war ended.

Knowing that higher education was important for his future Lee went to Duquesne University in Pittsburgh, Pa., where he earned his teaching degree on the GI bill.

The summer after graduating Lee toured with a band to the Midwest where his manager escaped with the band’s money in Idaho leaving them broke.

Having earned a teaching degree in Pennsylvania, Lee was hired on through an agency. His first assignment was in Weippe, Idaho. While in Weippe, one of Mary’s friends introduced the two of them; it wasn’t until he transferred to Orofino that they started dating and eventually were married on Aug. 14, 1952.

Lee taught music for 25 years and went back to school to earn his masters in reading from Portland State University. He taught at a number of schools for a total of 35 years, two of them were Wy’east and Hood River High School respectively.

Lee and Mary had four children: Lisa, Michael, Mark and Linda. Lee had a strong presence in his children’s lives, always there to guide and teach.

Lee sang with St. Mary’s Choir for many years and he enjoyed classical music. He was a square dance caller for Wy’East Whirlers, Rhineland Quadrilles, Jeans & Calico and the Parkdale Promenaders; he was also a member of the Elks Club.

Lee is survived by his wife, Mary; two daughters, Lisa, of Hood River and Linda of Eagan, Minn.; son Michael and his wife, Christina, of Corvallis, Ore.; grandchildren Josh and Lindsey of Eagan, Minn., and Marcus of Manning, Alberta, Canada.

He is also survived by John Mauroni and family of Danville, Calif.; and Albert and his wife, Jan, and family of New Kensington, Pa.; and sister, Eleanor, and her husband, Hank Olivo and family of Arnold, Pa.

Lee was preceded in death by his son, Mark.

Lee lived a productive life touching the lives of the people he taught, and everyone that greatly loved him. Lee gave us laughter with his dry wit; we looked forward to every moment not knowing what he would say next. He filled our hearts with love and gave us cherished memories that we will hold dear forever. Lee was a great man and he will be missed.

Anderson’s Tribute Center (Funerals - Receptions - Cremations) 1401 Belmont Ave., Hood River, OR 97031 541-386-1000 www.andersonstributecenter.com.

Allen Wright Page, “an amiable and quiet man that everyone loved,” passed away March 17, 2008, at Providence Hood River Memorial Hospital at the age of 87 with family and friends by his side.

Allen was born July 27, 1920, in Muskogee, Okla., to Allen and Georgia Page.

His father and grandfather were Choctaw Indian and Allen was proud of his Indian heritage. Allen moved with his family as a boy to Los Angeles, Calif., and attended both high school and college there.

After getting his degree in Electrical Engineering Allen served his country proudly in the United States Army as a radio and radar repairman. He served in the Pacific, being stationed in the Hawaiian Islands.

After service in the Army, Allen worked as an installer for Western Electric where he met his future wife.

On Feb. 10, 1951, Allen married Eleanor Catherine Perich in Los Angeles, Calif. Allen and Eleanor had two children, Michael and Laurie.

After Allen married, he went to work for Altec Lansing as an electrical and sound engineer were he remained for over 35 years.

After retiring, Allen never lost his love of electronics and repair. Most recently he would restore or refurbish all the donated electrical appliances for the Hood River Adult (Senior) Center that were to be sold at their thrift shop.

Allen also enjoyed working with wood, fishing and the great outdoors. Together with his wife, Allen worked tirelessly to keep up an immaculate yard and house. He also enjoyed swimming at the Hood River Sports Club.

Allen is survived and will be dearly missed by his wife of 57 years, Eleanor, at their home in Hood River; son, Michael Gregory Page and his wife, Earline, of Vancouver, Wash.; daughter, Laurie Marie Page of Concord, Calif.; granddaughter, Kirsten Page of Arizona; in-laws Mary Goyack and her husband Louis of Hood River; Margaret Pace and Phil and Liz Mannion, all of Paradise, Calif.; and many friends and acquaintances.

The family suggests that memorial donations in memory of Allen be sent to Providence Hood River Memorial Hospital Foundation in care of Anderson’s.

Arrangements are under the direction of Anderson’s Tribute Center (Funerals - Receptions - Cremations) 1401 Belmont Ave., Hood River, OR 97031, (541) 386-1000, www.andersonstributecenter.com.

Brian Duane Catron passed away March 16, 2008, at his home in Cascade Locks, Ore., with his beloved wife by his side.

A time to mourn his passing and celebrate his life will be 3 p.m., Wednesday, March 26, at Anderson’s Tribute Center with a reception to follow. Pastor Tom Payton of North Bonneville Community Church will officiate.

Brian was born July 5, 1968, in Vancouver, Wash., to Richard and Judith (Hirst) Catron.

He spent most of his childhood in North Bonneville, Wash., and went to school in Stevenson, Washington. Prior to becoming disabled he had worked as a CNA and at various other jobs.

Brian loved music and was an avid guitar player, he enjoyed playing for his family and friends. On June 9, 1990, Brian married his best friend Renee Dillingham in Stevenson, Wash.

Brian loved spending time with his family. He liked hiking, playing in the snow and swimming.

He was preceded in death by his father, Richard Catron, his aunt June Carol Catron, his uncle Wallace Catron and his grandfather Wallace Catron.

Brian is survived by his beloved wife of 22 years Renee Catron, of Cascade Locks, Ore; his mother, Judy Catron of Dufur, Ore.; his grandmother, June Catron of Palmer, Alaska; sons, Robby Dillingham of Stevenson, Wash., and Bradley Catron of Cascade Locks; daughter Brianna Catron of Cascade Locks; brothers Mark Catron and his wife, Gina, of North Bonneville, and Wally Catron and companion, Wanita Brown, of Prosser, Wash., and sister Michelle Catron of Dufur; longtime friend Heather Catron of Stabler, Wash., and numerous aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews.

Brian was a loving husband, father, son and brother who will be dearly missed.

Arrangements are under the direction of Anderson’s Tribute Center (Funerals - Receptions - Cremations) 1401 Belmont Ave., Hood River, OR 97031 (541_ 386-1000 www.andersonstributecenter.com.

On March 13, 2008, “Takeo Takano, “Dr. T”, a long-time physician, passed away peacefully at Mid Columbia Medical Center in The Dalles. He was born Sept. 23, 1913 in Seattle, Wash.

He completed his medical training in Japan and practiced surgery, family medicine and psychiatry in Japan, Delaware, Pennsylvania, Oregon and Okalahoma.

He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Akiko, and children Mitzi, William and Robert and their spouses.

He is also survived by eight grandchildren, and three great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his daughter, Kay.

Memorial services have been held at Bateman and Carroll in Gresham, Ore., and his ashes were buried in Oceanside, Calif.