A few memories from the popular, fun Kentucky Derby Party

Forty-eight Timber Valley racing fans turned out at the Clubhouse on May 5th for the 144th running of the Kentucky Derby.

(Above left) Jeanne Bold (AWL #124) sold 50/50 tickets and Rick De Young (#184) collected dinner fees. (At right) Helping at the Derby gaming table were Jackie Deal (#109) and Susie and Jack Varner (# 105).

What is a Kentucky Derby Party without Hats? (Left) Valerie and David Burns (AWL #109) adorned their bonnet and fedora with a dozen live roses. On the right Julianne Crane (# 197) and Vina Taylor (# 131) admire Joan Larson‘s (# 190) chapeau creation and winner of the Best Derby Hat Contest.

For the second year, the event was organized by Linda Zink and David Arndorfer (# 16). Terry and Mike Hilty (# 71) produced a delicious “Taste of the South” spread including deviled eggs and a variety of four sandwiches. Desserts of finger sweets were baked by Penelope Hepworth (# 204). David Arndorfer and Jimmy Smith (# 197) manned the Mint Julep bar. Rob Hendershot (# 82) provided expert AV help; while Fred Prout (#44), acting as M.C., kept things entertaining and moving.

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Jimmie Atwood, Lot 29

Our flags were flown at half staff to mark the passing of Jimmie Atwood, lot 29, on September 30, 2017. Jimmie and wife,Connie Sue became members of Timber Valley, just 2 days after the official opening of the park in March, 1996.
Graveside service will be October 9th at 10am at the National Cemetery, (new annex) 913 NW Garden Valley Blvd, in Roseburg. Timber Valley sends it’s sincerest condolences to Connie Sue, family and friends.

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Gathering of friends and family to celebrate Frank Murphy

Services for Frank Murphy, who passed away on Sept 4, will be held on Wed., Sept. 27, at 11 a.m. at the National Cemetery, 913 NW Garden Valley Blvd., Roseburg. 

Following the service there will be a gathering of family and friends at the Timber Valley Clubhouse.

Frank and his wife, Aida Murphy (#56), have been in the park for 10 years.

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Frank Murphy

The flags are being flown at half staff today, September 4th, to mark the passing of Frank Murphy, lot 56.

Timber Valley sends it’s sincerest condolences to his wife, Aida, their family and friends.

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Kay Peterson – A Life Well Lived

If you haven’t seen this video yet, get a bowl of popcorn and a box of Kleenex and enjoy this little video celebrating the life of Kay Peterson.  Click Link Here

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Robert E. Hepworth

Timber Valley sends it sincerest condolences to the family of Robert E Hepworth who passed away on July 9th. He leaves behind his wife Penelope, their six children, twelve grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.

He was blessed to see most of his family as they gathered here to celebrate his 75th birthday on July 4th.

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Hank Dean, lot 74

The flags of Timber Valley were flown at half staff to mark the passing of Hank Dean, lot 74. Timber Valley sends it sincerest condolences to his wife, Fran, and to their family and friends. Members for many years, Hank passed away on June 21, 2017

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Kay Peterson, co-founder of Escapees

The Escapees RV Club announced today (June 13) the passing of co-founder Kay Peterson, aged 90, in Livingston, Texas. She and her late husband, Joe Peterson, founded the club in 1978, and continued to serve Escapees members until 1990 when leadership of the club was passed to their daughter, Cathie Carr, and her husband Bud.

From writing and publishing the club’s early newsletters, in the 1970s and 80s, to advising the current board of directors in her later years, Peterson maintained a strong connection to the club and its members.

Her grandson, and Escapees RV Club president, Travis Carr, described Peterson perfectly: “While this news is deeply saddening, we must all remember that Kay lived one of the fullest lives any 90-year-old could ever hope for. She accomplished every goal she set for herself, and her every dream has been realized.”

More details can be found in our Timber Valley Log for this week.

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