Author Archives: Thom Hoch

IN MEMORIUM, PATRICIA BUCKHALTER

Posted on January 3, 2021 by Thom Hoch

IN MEMORIUM, PATRICIA BUCKHALTER Joe and Patricia Buckhalter moved into Timber Valley SKP Park December 11, 2009 where they were on lot 160.  They moved to Highland, California to live near their son and daughter in March of 2019.  Patricia … Continue reading →

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Gary Ball Announcement

Posted on January 2, 2021 by Thom Hoch

Gary Ball, lot 163, passed away Dec. 18, 2020 at the  Roseburg VA Care Home.  He and his wife, Elaine, were residents of Timber Valley from October 29, 2008.  He is survived by his wife, Elaine, and their dog Lucy.  … Continue reading →

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Suzy Rupert, Rock Painter Extraordinaire

Posted on October 12, 2020 by Thom Hoch

Under the category of “sees a need… does something about it”, Suzy Rupert (Lot 68) is at the top of the list. Earlier this year she, like many of us, saw all the larger rocks that line many of the … Continue reading →

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Creature of the Night

Posted on July 26, 2020 by Thom Hoch

You put a game camera out at the edge of the forest and you never really know what you’ll get. These images were captured Friday night and early Saturday morning by Jimmy Smith, lot 197.  They were taken behind his … Continue reading →

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Park’s New Exit Sign is a Big Hit

Posted on June 9, 2020 by Thom Hoch

By now, most of us have seen and admired the new exit sign visible to those leaving the Park. I asked Dennis Hellawell (#66) to explain how this great new addition came about.  He, and the entire Communications Committee, deserve … Continue reading →

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Rita Prout… Long-Time Member

Posted on May 23, 2020 by Thom Hoch

The Timber Valley Community was deeply saddened by the recent death of Rita Prout, a well-known member.  Rita and her husband Fred moved into Timber Valley in 2009. Among the many ways she volunteered, she served on the Jacks and … Continue reading →

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Donna Tanous, Former Leaseholder

Posted on May 13, 2020 by Thom Hoch

Our community was deeply saddened by news of the recent death of Donna Tanous, who passed away on Saturday, May 9, 2020. Donna and her husband, Larry became Leaseholders on 2006 and left the Park in 2012. They resided on … Continue reading →

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Bruce Boone, Lot 47

Posted on May 9, 2020 by Thom Hoch

Our community was deeply saddened by the recent loss of Bruce Boone, Lot #47 who passed away on May 05, 2020. Bruce has been a resident Leaseholder since 2003. Bruce was residing in Sutherlin with his daughter and son-in-law, Doug … Continue reading →

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Ketty Sorensen, former member of Timber Valley

Posted on May 8, 2020 by Thom Hoch

Our community was deeply saddened by news of the recent passing of Ketty Sorensen in California. Along with her husband Poul, they became members of Timber Valley in 2001. She was reportedly very active with social and volunteer activities during … Continue reading →

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Mike Regan #132, member since 1990

Posted on April 11, 2020 by Thom Hoch

Our community was deeply saddened by the recent loss of Michael (Mike) Regan, Lot #132 who passed away on April 8, 2020. He is survived by his wife, Mary. They spent summers here in Timber Valley. Mike and Mary have … Continue reading →

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