Obituaries

May 11, 2024

May 10, 2024

Tom Allen Young, born on August 31, 1951, in Pasadena, California, embarked on his final journey on May 10th, 2024. He was a man of profound strength, kindness, and wit, leaving behind a legacy cherished by all who knew him.

Tom sealed his lifelong commitment to love when he married Maggie Foreman on April 22,...

May 9, 2024

Wanda Godfrey, born on September 12, 1943, in Santa Rita, New Mexico, to Ruby and Emmet Cade, passed away on May 9, 2024, in Lebanon, Oregon. She was a graduate of Cascade High School.

Wanda is survived by her siblings: Alvin Cade, Dean Cade, and Marty Cade. She leaves behind her children: Dana Combs, Jon...

May 8, 2024

Shirlee Jeanette Brown, born on September 14, 1928, in Salem, Oregon, to Edna and Roy Lively, passed away peacefully on May 8, 2024. She leaves behind a legacy of love, compassion, and dedication to her family and community.

Shirlee’s life was marked by her unwavering commitment to service. Her career spanned various roles, including working...

May 7, 2024

Ruth Ann Knaust, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and nurse, passed away peacefully on May 7, 2024, surrounded by her family in Silverton, Oregon. Born in Bay City, Michigan, Ruth was the daughter of Shirley Marie Smith and James "Jim" Nadeau.

In 1981, Ruth married Gary Knaust in Las Vegas, Nevada. Together, they built a life...

May 3, 2024

Claudine Layman, born June 30, 1935, in Shattuck, Oklahoma, passed away peacefully on May 3, 2024, in Sweet Home, Oregon. She was 88 years old.

Claudine was the beloved daughter of Ida Floy Fry and Joshua Clements Nixon. She grew up with a passion for learning and community service, which she carried throughout her life....

May 2, 2024

Norman Lee Barnett, born on October 5, 1947, in Silverton, Oregon, to the late Esther Lillian Earhart and James Alvadore Barnett, passed away on May 2, 2024 in Salem, Oregon. He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and friend.

Norman went to Eugene Field Elementary, Mark Twain Junior High School, he then graduated...

Apr 29, 2024

Marjorie Iona Leticia O’ Neill-Woodworker, beloved mother, devout Christian, and cherished member of her community, passed away peacefully on April 29, 2024, at the age of 81. Born on April 1, 1943, in Dallas, Oregon, Marjorie was the daughter of Leo and Gartha (Ficken) Gookin.

Marjorie's education began at Highland Elementary and Parrish Middle School,...

Apr 28, 2024

Lisa Marie Stumpf, born on October 24, 1980, in Yakima, Washington, passed away on April 28, 2024. She was the beloved daughter of Detra Carlin (Hairl) and the late Ollie Butler. Lisa's vibrant spirit touched the lives of everyone she encountered.

On July 16, 2017, Lisa married Chris Stumpf in Lebanon, Oregon. Their marriage was...

Apr 26, 2024

Jimmy Lee Ellis, born on December 17, 1948, to Benjamin and Marcy Ellis, peacefully departed from this world on April 26, 2024. He lived a life filled with love, dedication, and service, leaving behind a legacy that will forever be cherished by those who had the privilege of knowing him.

In 2004, Jimmy exchanged vows...

Apr 26, 2024

Barbara Lee Rogers (Bobbie Lee) went home to Jesus on April 26, 2024, at age 92. She was predeceased by her husband, Lyle Hale Rogers Sr., who passed 8 months earlier.

Barbara was born to Clyde and Beulah Webber on July 9, 1931, in Buffalo, Wyoming. She was the third of four sisters. She grew...

Apr 25, 2024

Josephine went to her heavenly home on April 25, 2024. She was born on July 28, 1929 to Savannah and John Thomas Burkhead, in Russellville Arkansas. Her life was one of perseverance under God’s unfailing love for her. Orphaned at eight years old she learned of God’s grace and his strength while being raised by her half-sister, Ona Nowlin....

Apr 24, 2024

Linda D. Fox, a beacon of adventurous spirit and loving warmth, passed away peacefully on April 24, 2024, in Albany, Oregon. Born on January 25, 1964, in Santa Monica, California to Marland and Anna Lou Clement, Linda's zest for life and her dedication to her family defined her 60 remarkable years.

Linda's legacy...

Apr 21, 2024

Ramona "Mary Lou" Henning-Scheer, age 94, of Sublimity, Oregon, passed away peacefully on April 21, 2024. She was born on June 4, 1929, in Elgin, Illinois, to the late Einar and Edna (Bleich) Dalby.

Ramona was one of four children, alongside her siblings Jim, Shirley, and William. On November 8, 1947, she exchanged vows with...

Apr 14, 2024

Dorothy Ella Coakley, a beloved resident of Lebanon, Oregon passed away peacefully surrounded by her family. Born to Leo Fetter and Agnes (Miller) Fetter, she dedicated her life to nurturing others.

Dorothy’s career spanned both the classroom and the home. She retired as a dedicated teacher’s aide at Waterloo School, where her kindness and patience...

Apr 13, 2024

Ricky “Rick” E. Morris, born on September 5, 1960, in Pensacola, Florida. God called Rick home on April 13, 2024. He loved his Savior Jesus Christ and he loved reading the bible. Rick was the beloved child of Denton “Marc” Morris and Donna Morris. Rick was the oldest of four, he built a strong bond with his brothers Chris,...

Apr 11, 2024

Crystal Eline Englehart, a beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on April 11, 2024. Born on November 14, 1928, in Tillamook, Oregon, to Lydia Trickler and William Lowry, Crystal spent her early years in Tillamook before moving to Oregon City. She later resided in Gladstone, Oregon, for 14 years before settling on Thomas Creek Drive in Scio,...

Apr 8, 2024

Kyle (KJ) James Greenwood, born on June 10, 1991, in Albany, Oregon, to Patricia (McGowan) Greenwood and Steven Greenwood, passed away on April 8, 2024. He was raised in Mill City, Oregon, and graduated from Santiam High School in 2009. After school, he proudly served in the Marine Corps, deploying to Afghanistan. Following his military service, he worked in...

Apr 7, 2024

Franklin Forrest Braught passed away on April 7, 2024, leaving behind cherished memories and a legacy of love. Born on August 17, 1943, in Lebanon, Oregon, he was the beloved child of Ruby Ford and Frank Braught. Franklin’s life was woven with threads of hard work, family bonds, and simple pleasures.

He embarked on a...

Apr 3, 2024

Janet Rauch, born on February 11, 1956, in Sacramento, California, to Eva and Murray Leighton, passed away peacefully on April 3, 2024, at the age of 68. She was a devoted wife, loving mother, cherished grandmother, dear sister, and beloved friend.

Janet married the love of her life, Jim Rauch, on November 28, 1984, in...