Obituary, Patsy Montana Lara September 21, 1942 ~ December 30, 2007 Patsy Montana Lara of Independence, Oregon passed away December 30, 2007 at her home in Independence at the age of 65. Patsy was born in Lewistown, Montana. She was a dedicated family member who loved to fish. Survivors include her husband Panfilo Lara of Independence, Oregon, Father and Step-mother Fred and Anne Wickersham of Yakima, Washington, Brothers; Dean Wickersham of Zillah, Washington, Tom Wickersham of Sandy, Oregon, Larry Wickersham of Portland, Oregon. Sister; Laura Wickersham of Monmouth, Oregon. Sons; Toney Johnson of Independence, Oregon, Mario Lara of Independence, Oregon, Juan Lara of South Carolina, Jose Lara of Monmouth, Oregon and Jorge Lara of Salem, Oregon. Daughter; Rosa Hernandez of Salem, Oregon. 15 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren. Visitation was held December 31, 2007 at Farnstrom Mortuary, Independence. Cremation Arrangements Entrusted to Farnstrom Mortuary, Independence.