Mickey Thompson Funeral Service

Posted on March 21, 2022 by webadmin

A funeral service for Mickey Thompson will be held on Friday, March 25, 2022 at 10:00 a.m., St. Joseph Catholic Church, W. Harvard, Roseburg. There will be a luncheon at Round Table Pizza afterward. A VA committal service with honors to follow at 1 p.m. at the committal shelter and columbarium wall of the VA National Cemetery in Roseburg.

Obituary in The News-Review

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Ratcheds By The Sea

Posted on March 18, 2022 by webadmin

by Fred Prout

The first town meeting of the new year was a doozy. As soon as Mayor, and town doc, Ben Dover opened the meeting, police chief, Patrick Muldoon and officer Gunther Toody reported on a disturbance at The Cave. It seems a packed house was enjoying the music of Colonel Dave and the Norman Invaders when a tourist shouted out a request to “ do some Streisand “. Colonel Dave took offense and made a feline reference to the tourist. Things quickly got out of hand, and owner, Robin Banks had to call for help. Thanks to Patrick and Gunther for defusing a difficult situation. In return for no arrests and anonymity, the tourists agreed to clean up and pay for damages. Continue reading →

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Mickey Thompson – In Memoriam

Posted on March 17, 2022 by webadmin

Mickey and Minnie strolled the paths of Timber Valley Park for many years. (That is, Mickey Thompson and his dog, Minnie.)  Former member, Mickey and his wife Annie moved into Timber Valley Feb. 9, 2007. They both were valued and beloved friends and neighbors.  

They helped with many organized events but were also known for their Thursday afternoon “block party” where they hosted large crowds of socializing SKPers. Mickey and Annie both helped with landscaping and Mickey was Secretary for Jacks and Jills.  Mickey also volunteered for Dial- A-Ride and was a very popular driver. Continue reading →

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What Goes Around

Posted on March 10, 2022 by webadmin

By Fred Prout

Some memories stay with you forever. Some fade away, half forgotten, until something pokes them with a stick to waken them. Like a dormant hornet’s nest. Ready to start buzzing and attacking your brain. Insisting on getting you to revive them and getting to the front part of your brain waiting for release. This one not only has the buzzing, but it is accompanied by the blaring of calliope music. Continue reading →

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In Memoriam, Christine Utz

Posted on February 25, 2022 by webadmin

Timber Valley’s flag dipped to half-mast for the passing of resident, Christine Utz on February 21, 2022.

Christine and her husband, George, moved into Timber Valley on May 21, 2016, their wedding
anniversary. They considered moving into the park their wedding anniversary present.

Christine was born in Sacramento, California on Sept 29, 1949. She and George were married May of
1988 and they were married for 33 years. Christine worked in mortgage and finance and George
worked in sales. For 4 years before moving to Sutherlin they were managers at Camp Sherman, an RV
park and motel on the Deschutes River.

Christine took part in many activities here in the park. She was a very active member of the Welcome Committee and Sunshine Committee. She loved painting and took classes with Ken Knowles. She participated in Sit and Sew and made lovely baskets. She was also a member of the Cooking Group and helped on the Landscape Committee. Friends say she will be “dearly missed”.

Christine is survived by two sons, Michael Setnik and Troy Utz of San Diego, California. Her sons are closing out her RV and are putting out free items on her lot, # 55, for any who wish a remembrance of Christine.

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Learn All About It! Parkwide Composting Has Come to Timber Valley!

Posted on February 23, 2022 by webadmin

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Guest Writer In The Sty

Posted on February 22, 2022 by webadmin

Or, Perfect Pen Pals. Or, The Promised Pigs.

Interpreted by Fred Prout 

I am Paulina Porkiskova. I am a pig. Sometimes people use that word in a negative way. I am a proud pig. Since I can’t use a pencil, my story is told by my very good friend. My guest.

Hopefully, you remember me as the Prima Ballerina in Swine Lake. I am very proud of that production.
Continue reading →

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Amber, I’m Sorry

Posted on February 11, 2022 by webadmin

By Jackie Deal

Amber“There is no joy in Mudville, mighty Casey (Jackie) has struck out.” (Or something like that.) No “Hip, Hip, Hooray.” No “Whoopi!” Maybe just a “Whoo”. You see, I‘ve just had my six week check-up after total hip replacement and had been counting on all restrictions being lifted. Not so. Continue reading →

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February 9, 2021 Anniversary Post

Posted on February 9, 2022 by webadmin

Just over a year ago, a good friend asked if I would write a story for the TV Log.
I declined because, as I told her, I am not a writer. I don’t have the discipline or background to be a writer. The only thing I ever had published was a two-word review of Rita’s Dyson vacuum cleaner. “ It sucks “. Besides, it’s too hard and I’m lazy. She persisted, so I said I would give it a shot. ONE TIME ONLY!!! Well, I’m still lazy, I still lack discipline, and it’s harder than I thought. Much harder. It’s also addictive. So here we are. Continue reading →

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WIDDER WOMEN

Posted on January 27, 2022 by webadmin

By Jackie Deal

It started around coffee, three women talking.
“Ya’ know there’s so much about my rig that I don’t know anything about.” Continue reading →

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