George Radovich
Myrtle Creek
George Radovich
George Nicholas Radovich, 89, died January 8.
He was born September 20, 1936, in Portland, Oregon.
He grew up along side his three sisters, Donna, Melissa and Valerie.
In his youth he helped his father run the family nursery learning the value of hard work early in life.
While attending high school he met the love of his life, Neva June Rodgers. They married shortly thereafter and welcomed two sons, George Jr., and Joe.
He worked for the City of Portland for 30 years.
He was also a ham radio operator for many years, a hobby he greatly enjoyed.
Tragically the couple lost both of their sons, Joe at the age of 22 and George Jr., later at the age of 40.
In 1992 he retired and the couple moved to Myrtle Creek where they built a fulfilling life together.
He became an active member of the community. He created websites for the town of Myrtle Creek and was recognized in the local newspaper for his accomplishments.
He was a longtime member of the Lions club. He served on the Myrtle Creek Parks Commission, was a shuttle driver for Seven Feathers Casino Resort and volunteered with Seniors Escorting Seniors.
After his wife died in 2008 he continued to volunteer until he could no longer be active, but continued to pay his yearly dues.
He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, uncle and brother. He will be remembered for his feistiness and witty humor.
Survivors include: five grandchildren, Lea, Jeremy, Katlyn, Rachel and Matthew; a great-great-grandaughter, Ariana; and a daughter-in-law, Cindy; a sister , Valerie; and several nieces and nephews.
He will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him.
A Celebration of Life is set for May 26 at 1 p.m. at Lincoln Memorial Cemetery in Portland.
Alice Poort
Canyonville
Alice Poort
Alice Mae Poort, 79, of Canyonville died peacefully on August 13 at Mercy Medical Center, with her
family by her side.
She was born November 5, 1947, in Illinois, to Derk and Henrietta Poort. She grew up surrounded by
animals and corn fields. She could run like the wind and ride a horse like a pro. She taught herself
to trick ride and barrel race. Her mom would frequently find her asleep on the back of a horse in the
sun. She was known for helping any stray animal that came along, including cats, dogs, and even
baby skunks.
She later moved to Tennessee, embracing the friendly, laid-back lifestyle. She enjoyed country
music and dancing, long rides on her motorcycle, and her sweet little dogs. Her nickname was
“Country Girl”.
Sheworked as a type setter at Litho type for many years. She worked hard, was
independent, and kind. She liked to look classy and have fun in life.
She eventually moved to Oregon to live with her sister, Martha and family.
Survivors include: Mena and Pete Reilly, Martha Burkhert, Derk Poort the 3rd (and Rose Poort),