Dustin Clark Coulter

Dustin Clark Coulter, age 33, of Portland and formerly of La Grande, took his life on March 26, 2007. A memorial service will be held on Friday, March 30, 2007 at 7:00 p.m. at the First Baptist Church in La Grande. A private family interment will be held later.

Dusty was born on April 21, 1973 in Corvallis, Oregon. He was raised in both Salem and La Grande. After high school he came to La Grande and worked various jobs until moving to Portland in August of 2006. He enjoyed video games, outdoor family activities and supporting the Oregon Ducks and sporting events. He loved his kids and spending time with them.

Survivors include his wife, Heather Coulter; children, Owen, Emma, Isabella and Olivia Coulter; step-children, Ashley and Amber Taylor, all of Hillsboro; parents, Bob and Sue Coulter of Cove and Marilyn and Doug Smyres of Salem; brothers, Robb Coulter of Salem and Scott Coulter of Cove; sister, Leah Coulter of Cove; and other relatives and friends.

Those who wish may make contributions in memory of Dusty to the Baptist Church NoSu Fund or the Shelter from the Storm in care of Daniels Chapel of the Valley, 1502 7th Street, La Grande, Oregon 97850. Condolences may be left for the family at www.danielschapel.com.