Barbara Orem Obituary

BARBARA ANN OREM
7/12/1928 ~ 5/26/2011

Barbara Ann Orem, born Barbara Ann Jenkins, resident of Vancouver, WA, went to be with the Lord on May 26, 2011. Barbara was born on July 12, 1928, in Great Falls, MT to Ann and Reginald Jenkins with brother, Reginald E. Jenkins. Barbara's family moved to Portland, OR as a child where she attended and graduated Grant High School, and Oregon State College where she was a sorority sister of Delta Zeta.

After graduation Barbara married Roger Roy Orem from Portland, Oregon on July 8, 1951, whom she met during high school.

Barbara was a homemaker, bookkeeper, and an active member of PEO. Her hobbies included riding motorcycles, gardening, stock club, and anything having to do with her family.

Barbara is best known for her smile, upbeat personality, good nature and willingness to help others. She had a very strong belief and faith in the Lord.

Barbara is survived by her husband, Roger Orem; three sons and daughters-in-law; and six grandchildren.

A memorial service will be held at Camas Church of the Nazarene, 2204 NE Birch Street, Camas, WA on June 4th at 1:00 p.m. Reception to follow at the church.

Barbara lived with Rheumatoid Arthritis and donations can be made in her memory to the Arthritis Foundation

Please sign Barbara's Guest Book at www.columbian.com/obits.

Published by The Columbian on Jun. 2, 2011.
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You are in my thoughts and prayers.

christine vonsalzen

June 4, 2011

I use to style Barbaras hair and it was a pleasure to know her.Roger you are in our prayers..Janet Waters,from Perfect Look

June 4, 2011

Al & Jan Heriford

June 3, 2011

Mr Oerm Lance and the rest of the family So sorry to hear about Barbara. It has been a long time have missed you all very much. this is Douglas Sheppler hopeing you all the best . Lance call me if you get a chance. 503-288-3527 By the way Beckie died io May 9 2011. its been a sad time here also

June 2, 2011

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