Obituaries

Dec 29, 2025

Bob was born on April 11, 1959 in North Tarrytown, New York to William and Ruth Dougherty of Irvington. He is survived by an older sister, Linda and two younger brothers, Bill and David. Bob was drawn to the outdoors from an early age and moved to Oregon after completing high school in Ossining and Junior College at Cobleskill College...

Dec 25, 2025

Dakota Nunn was a deeply loved son, partner, and friend whose life ended far too soon. Dakota’s sudden and tragic passing on Christmas Day has left unanswerable questions and an immeasurable emptiness in the hearts of everyone who knew him.

Dakota and his partner, Colson, shared a loving life out on their farm, caring for their many rescued animals, their many...

Dec 24, 2025

In Loving Memory of Troy Shanks

Troy Shanks, a man of quiet strength, deep loyalty, and genuine warmth, passed away leaving behind a life filled with meaningful connections, skilled craftsmanship, and simple joys. He was a devoted father, proud grandfather, beloved brother, and a cherished friend to many.

Born and raised in Albany, Oregon, Troy also spent several years in Ohio, carrying...

Dec 21, 2025

Dec 21, 2025

Randall Lee Snider

October 11, 1947 – December 21, 2025

Randall Lee Snider, a proud United States Marine Corps veteran, devoted husband, father, grandfather, and lifelong outdoorsman, passed away on December 21, 2025, at the age of 78.

Born on October 11, 1947, in Bend, Oregon, Randall developed an early love for baseball, sports and the outdoors that shaped much of his life....

Dec 19, 2025

Kathleen Marie Wegner (Birkholz) passed away on Friday December 19th after a long and recurring battle with cancer. She was surrounded by the love of her family. She was 68 years old.

The sixth of nine children, Kathy was born in and raised in Stayton, Oregon and attended St. Mary’s Elementary and Regis High School. In 1974 she married Bill Nuttman...

Dec 16, 2025

Ronald Gary Marquez, age 85, passed away peacefully on December 16, 2025, at his home in Dallas, Oregon. Born on April 20, 1940, to Rosella and Rosendo Marquez, Ron grew up in Eugene, where he attended St. Mary’s Catholic School and later graduated from Marist Catholic High School. He continued his education at Lane Community College, earning an Associate of...

Dec 13, 2025

Obituary is pending.

Dec 10, 2025

Patricia Irene Delaney, a devoted mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away leaving behind a legacy of love, resilience, and cherished memories. She was born on April 9, 1950, in Port Angeles, Washington, to Nona Rains and Gene Curren.

She married Gary Delaney, with whom she shared a loving partnership, and together they raised their son, Brent Blakemore who is married...

Dec 7, 2025

Margaret Leila Tobey (Lee), beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend, passed peacefully after a long and full life, leaving behind a legacy of love, faith, and warmth. She was born on October 27, 1933, in San Jose, California, to Tony and Anita (Chacon) Orlando. She grew up in California and would graduate from San Jose High School.

On August 29, 1954,...

Dec 7, 2025

Darell Vance Roberts, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, returned to his Heavenly Father on December 7, 2025. He was born on August 22, 1943, in Milford, Utah, to Vance Lester and Athene Stewart Roberts.

Darell grew up in Milford and graduated with the Milford High School Class of 1961. He later attended Electronic School in Salt Lake City, Utah, where...

Dec 4, 2025

Obituario de Jesús Esparza

Con profundo pesar, la familia Esparza anuncia el fallecimiento de Jesús Esparza, quien partió de este mundo el 4 de diciembre de 2025 en Salem, Oregón, a los 97 años de edad.

Jesús nació el 16 de marzo de 1928 en Ejutla, Jalisco, México, hijo de Julia Espinoza Naranjo y Santiago Esparza. Desde muy joven destacó por su...

Dec 1, 2025

Life Story of Koa James Robert Ku

Koa James Robert Ku was born on February 17, 2002, in Eugene, Oregon, to Patricia Ann (Mikolas) McGhee and James Gilbert Ku. Arriving 9.5 weeks early and weighing only 2 pounds 13 ounces, Koa began his life proving the meaning of his Hawaiian name, “courageous warrior.” From his first moments, he showed remarkable strength,...

Nov 27, 2025

Kathryn JoAnn Heinonen, a devoted mother, loving grandmother, and cherished friend, passed away peacefully on November 27, 2025 at the age of 79. Her life was one of quiet strength, kindness, and deep devotion to those she loved.

Born on April 9, 1946, in Duluth, Minnesota, Kathryn was the daughter of Kenneth Erickson and Esther Johansen. She grew up alongside her...

Nov 25, 2025

Douglas Russell Edwards, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on November 25, 2025, in Albany, Oregon, at the age of 72.

Born on May 16, 1953, in Cleveland, Ohio, Doug was the cherished son of Frances Kathleen Russell and Arthur James Edwards. He grew up in a close-knit family and carried with him a strong sense of integrity,...

Nov 23, 2025

Sammie Burgess Rodden was born on November 22, 1932, in the Monticello Community near Epps, Louisiana, to Lindsey Jeff Burgess and Inez King Burgess. Raised in a large Southern family, she grew into a determined, capable, and warmly traditional woman whose strength and hospitality shaped every chapter of her life.

She was a woman of deep faith and prayer. Her well-worn...

Nov 22, 2025

Tommy Wilbert Smith, a man of steadfast faith, industrious spirit, and deep devotion to family and community, passed away in Hillsboro, Oregon, on November 22, 2025. He was born on September 24, 1936, in Los Angeles, California, to Gladys Palmer and Gerald Wilbert Smith.

Tom grew up with a natural curiosity and talent for all things mechanical. As a youngster, he...

Nov 20, 2025

Carolyn Vifquain, beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away leaving behind a legacy of faith, resilience, and devotion to family and community.

Born on September 1, 1938, in Pawhuska, Oklahoma, Carolyn was the daughter of Peggy Jube and William Parks. At the age of 11, her family relocated to Oregon, where she grew up and graduated from South Eugene High...

Nov 15, 2025

Frank Miranda, born June 30, 1938, in Jaguas, Puerto Rico, entered eternal rest after a life marked by hard work, devotion to family, and a love of the outdoors. He was the beloved son of Francisco Miranda and Falfcita Cruz Rivera.

At the age of 18, Frank moved to Illinois, where he began building a life rooted in perseverance and dedication....

Nov 12, 2025

Nanci Gayle Barnes, age 70, of Gates, Oregon, passed away peacefully on November 12, 2025, in Molalla, Oregon.

Nanci was born on September 18, 1955, in Coos Bay, Oregon, to the late Eugene Bailey and Louise Day. She spent her early years in Coos Bay, where she was raised alongside her siblings. Nanci lived in Coos Bay from 1955 to 1989,...