Walking On -- Teri Carlton, Larry Hofenbredl

Larry Darwin Hofenbredl

May 9, 1944 – Feb. 28, 2015

Tribal spouse Larry Darwin Hofenbredl, a resident of Grand Ronde, died on Saturday, Feb. 28, in Emanuel Hospital in Portland.

Larry was born on May 9, 1944, in McMinnville, Ore., the son of John and Eileen Hofenbredl. He attended Mt. Home School and later Willamina High School. Larry married Priscilla Holmes on Dec. 31, 1965, in McMinnville.

He worked for a shingle mill for a time and later planted trees with his brother, John. Larry and John started salvage logging for Miami. Larry owned Hofenbredl Logging Co. and enjoyed working with his sons. He always enjoyed operating the loader. He was well-versed in all aspects of logging. He enjoyed his daily work in the shop. He was always looking for the next project to tackle.

His family remembers him always spending time with them while they were growing up. Many times taking them on the jobs and teaching them along the way. Larry and Priscilla were absolutely dedicated to their children and grandchildren. He watched his children participate in logging competitions and motorcycle racing. They were faithful in attending their grandchildren’s activities and were well-known at all sporting events. They were just known as “Grandma and Grandpa Hof” and supported the whole team.

They enjoyed following the grandchildren even if it meant driving to Illinois in a blizzard to watch wrestling or Nevada to watch a volleyball match. He enjoyed Spirit Mountain Casino and was an avid NASCAR fan.

“Larry Hofenbredl was the best husband, dad, grandpa, great-grandpa, boss and friend you could ever have. He always had a smile on his face and was willing to help anyone out at any time, whether he knew you or not. He enjoyed logging, loading logs, driving log truck, trucking, racing, gambling and watching his grandkids play sports.”

He is survived by his wife, Priscilla; daughters, Anna Huston and Julie Logan; sons, Larry Jr. (Barb), Kevin (Marti) and Lee Hofenbredl; brother, John Hofenbredl; along with 12 grandchildren and 20 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, John and Eileen Hofenbredl; brother, Ron; sister, Janice; son, Jay; and grandson, Travis Hofenbredl.

A celebration of life was held at noon Saturday, March 7, at the Dallas High School gym. A fellowship reception followed in the cafeteria. Visitation was held on Friday, March 6, at Dallas Mortuary Tribute Center. Interment was at Green Crest Memorial Park in Sheridan.

Memorial contributions can be made to the Dallas Mat Club, Dallas Booster Club, Willamina Booster Club and Sheridan Booster Club in care of Dallas Mortuary Center, which cared for the family.

Teri Carlton

Jan. 27, 1954 – Feb. 4, 2015

Tribal Elder Teri Carlton, a resident of Portland, Ore., walked on on Wednesday, Feb. 4, 2015. She was 61.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Eugene and Lessetta Carlton.

She was born in Portland, the youngest of three children. She attended St. Agatha Grade School and Cleveland High School in Portland. After finishing high school, she lived in Cascade Locks and the Portland area.

She was proud of her Native American heritage and worked at the Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde before working for the Oregon Department of Transportation.

She is survived by her brothers, Dennis Carlton and Leslie Carlton of Beaverton.