Theodore "Teddy" Xavier Zurheide, age 1 of Oakland Gardens, NY passed away in his sleep on Friday, December 30, 2022. He was born on September 23, 2021, in Brooklyn, NY, the son of Paul T. and Claire Brye (Dyrud) Zurheide. Teddy was a happy and jovial baby who always enjoyed smiling and laughing, bringing joy to everyone around him. Teddy just learned how to walk and used his new capabilities to follow his big brother everywhere, play with all the toys, and explore his world. He absolutely loved to eat anything and everything and was always learning and loving. Teddy was an absolute joy and had the laugh of an angel. He will be deeply missed by everyone who was blessed to have known him. Teddy is survived by his mom and dad, Claire, and Paul Zurheide; his big brother, Logan Zurheide; his grandparents: Marilyn and David Dyrud; Charles Zurheide and his partner, Rita Tortorelli, Mary Fennell and her partner, Arlene Weisman; his uncles: Jonathan and Andrew Dyrud, Rick Taylor, Steven, and Michael Zurheide, and Dan O'Sullivan; his aunts: Mandie Jenson, Laura O'Sullivan, Maura Taylor, and Lorraine Zurheide; and 12 first cousins. A funeral service will be held on Sunday, January 22, 2023, from 2 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. at New Hyde Park Funeral Home, 506 Lakeville Road, New Hyde Park, NY 11040. Final care for Teddy has been entrusted to Parsell Funeral Homes and Crematorium, Atkins-Lodge Chapel, Lewes, DE. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to https://gofund.me/59698d62 to help defray funeral costs. Please visit Teddy's Life Memorial Webpage and sign his virtual guestbook at www.parsellfuneralhomes.com .
Gerald "Jerry" Lee Howard, 76 passed away at his home in Klamath Falls on Nov. 26, 2022. He was born in West Plains, Missouri on April 28, 1946. He spent most of his life in Missouri, but enjoyed traveling. On one of his trips, he found the place he would finally call home-Klamath Falls, Oregon. Always a conservationist, he found solace in the forest and in nature where his ashes will be scattered by family this spring. Any memorials should be made to your local Boy Scout Troop in his memory. See full obituary at www.cascadecremations.com
David L. Bergmann September 22, 1942 - December 13, 2022 David was born in Klamath Falls, OR on September 22, 1942. He resided there for many years, attending Fairview, Fremont and Klamath Union high schools. In 1960 upon graduation, Dave joined the US Navy. He toured the far east and was honorably discharged. Returning to Klamath Falls, he was employed by Weyerhaeuser Timber and later became involved in the automotive industry in Salem and Klamath Falls. Dave oved to Salem in 1985 where he met and married his wife, Sharon. Dave worked for ODOT in IT procurement and retired in 2011. Dave and Sharon decided to get out of the city and bought a home in Brookings, OR where they resided until his death. Dave had an eclectic background, being interested in many areas, especially his love of good music, fishing, woodworking and fast cars. Dave was a very good friend of Bill W for many years and was eternally grateful for his sobriety. Dave was a patriot and a life member of the NRA. Dave was also very active in the Masonic fraternity. He was a Past Master and life member of Salem Masonic Lodge No. 4, and a life member of Sydney Croft Lodge No. 206 in Brookings. He was also a life member of Scottish Rite, a member of Al Kader Shrine in Salem and the Brookings Shrine Club. Dave loved life and lived it with gusto. He could always tell a good story and loved to laugh. He was generous to a fault and always enjoyed helping someone less fortunate than himself. He was a good man. Dave leaves his beautiful wife, Sharon, of 35 years and two wonderful sons: Kenneth David Bergmann and Carl Lawrence Bergmann. He was preceded in death by his parents, Lawrence and Roberta Bergmann, and two sisters: Linda Bergmann and Ellie Zuliani. Those wishing to donate may do so to Shriners Hospital in Dave's name. Redwood Memorial Chapel is assisting the family.
James Timothy Phillips passed away December 8, 2022, in Klamath Falls, Oregon. He was born November 1, 1948, in Klamath Falls. He leaves behind son Timothy Phillips and his wife Jodie. A private family memorial will take place on a later date. For a full obituary, see ohairwards.com .
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Pauline A. "Pam" Mullica passed away August 26, 2022 in Klamath Falls, Oregon. Pam was born October 13, 1921 in Oakland, Oregon to Frank and Mamie (Burge) McGarvin. A private graveside service will be held at a later date at Eternal Hills Memorial Gardens. The complete obituary may be found at ohairwards.com .
The Honorable Rodger Isaacson, 72, passed away at his home in Klamath Falls surrounded by family on July 10, 2022. Rodger was born Aug. 24, 1949 in Meyersdale, Penn. Survivors include his wife of 46 years, Cheryl of Klamath Falls; children, Molly, Peter (wife, Jodie) and Matthew; and four grandchildren. Memorial contributions may be made to CASA of Klamath County, 731 Main St., Suite 202, Klamath Falls, OR 97601 or online at klamathfallscasa.org . Private inurnment will be at Mt. Laki Cemetery. Condolences may be shared online at www.cascadecremations.com .
Shirley Yvonne Horton passed away July 12, 2022, in Klamath Falls, Oregon. She was born July 2, 1931, in Bend, Oregon, to Chester Arthur McKenzie and Lois Gertrude (Hinton) McKenzie. During her working years, Shirley was a bookkeeper for her husband, Wayne Norton's construction company. A memorial celebration will take place Friday, July 22, at 11:00 am, at New Horizon Christan Fellowship, 1909 Homedale Road, Klamath Falls, Oregon. See ohairwards.com for further obituary information.