Rodney "Dean" D. Berline

July 9, 1941 - September 30, 2014

Rodney “Dean” Berline Dean Berline, 73, passed away suddenly of cardiac arrest on September 30, 2014. He was resting at home that afternoon and Jan was with him. Dean was strong, positive, and full of faith in his Lord. He also lived with cancer for six years. He lived a very active and enjoyable life, rode his bike, and worked out at the gym. Dean took an active part in family activities. He was born to Clyde and Elva Berline on July 9, 1941, in Butler, Pennsylvania. Dean served four years in the Air Force, receiving an honorable discharge. He attended college in Ohio and Oregon (Warner Pacific, Portland State, and PCC). He graduated from PCC with a degree in Airframe and Power Plant Mechanics. Dean was a hunter and fisherman, recently enjoying a four day fishing trip to the Oregon Coast with his son-in-law Greg. Dean had a workshop where he enjoyed working with wood. He and Jan enjoyed going to garage sales, and he loved a good bargain! Dean loved studying God’s Word and faithfully attended church. When studying Scripture, he often referred to a Bible commentary to find out what a word or passage meant. Dean retired in 2007 from Columbia Helicopters in Aurora, OR, after 31 years. His years in the Air Force started him on his journey as an aircraft mechanic. For several years and up to retirement, he was the supervisor of the Instrument Shop. Dean married Janice Hoffman on December 18, 1965 in Stoneboro, Pennsylvania. They were married for 48 years. He and Jan, especially, enjoyed sharing that they were “Jan and Dean”, the name of a popular singing duo in the 60s. Dean loved being with his wife, children, and grandchildren. His good sense of humor and comical antics brought lots of laughs to the family. His patient, kind, and gentle spirit affected many and will be missed. He is survived by his wife Jan, son Chad Berline, daughters Jayna Weinfurter and Jill Reimer, and five grandchildren. There will be a private family service at Willamette National Cemetery honoring Dean’s military service on Friday, October 10, 2014. A memorial service will be held Saturday, October 11, 2014, at Timberline Baptist Church, 24645 SW Old Highway 99West, Sherwood, Oregon 97140. Arrangements are in the care of Attrell's Newberg Funeral Chapel. Onlince condolences may be made at www.attrells.com.