Obituaries

Mar 28, 2024

Crystal Lynn Winkley, born on December 29, 1973, in Santa Rosa, California, peacefully passed away. She was the beloved daughter of Linda Harper and Herman Korpi. On August 22, 1990, she married Rick Winkley in Reno, Nevada. Crystal was a devoted movie enthusiast, finding joy in cinematic stories. Her love for music was evident, and she cherished moments spent...

Mar 28, 2024

Clarence Andrew Parsons, affectionately known as Andy, peacefully departed from this world on Thursday, March 28, 2024, in Sublimity, Oregon, at the age of 94. He was born on February 3, 1930, in Enid, Oklahoma to Andrew Chester and Helen Beatrice (Koeppen) Parsons.

Andy's life was marked by distinguished service and remarkable adventures. He met...

Mar 26, 2024

Andy J. Medcalf, beloved son, brother, father, grandfather, husband and cherished member of the community, passed away peacefully in Sublimity, Oregon on March 26, 2024 after a brief illness. Born on August 20, 1959, in Shelton, Washington, Andy was the son of Mary Ellen (Morgan) and James Otto Medcalf. He grew up alongside his siblings Mark, Dean, and Danny,...

Mar 25, 2024

Daniel Leon Smith, departed this world on March 25, 2024, in Bend, Oregon. He was born on April 28, 1955, in Lebanon, Oregon, Daniel was the cherished son of Herbert and Wanda (Love) Smith.

Daniel's journey began in Lebanon, Oregon, where he spent his formative years. He pursued his education with diligence and...

Mar 25, 2024

Jeanne Elizabeth Devine, a remarkable soul, was born on August 28, 1944, in Lebanon, Oregon. She peacefully passed away on March 25, 2024, in Salem, Oregon. Her life was a tapestry woven with love, resilience, and creativity.

Jeanne was the cherished daughter of Mildred Mercer and Rex Britton. She embarked on her journey of learning...

Mar 25, 2024

Michael John Taylor, born on July 19, 1965, in Fullerton, California, to Kathleen Marie (Cook) Taylor and Roy Thomas Taylor Sr., passed away on March 25, 2024. He leaves behind a legacy of cherished memories and a life well-lived.

Michael had a passion for music, western movies, and games. His green thumb found joy in...

Mar 22, 2024

Jeanne Carla Knight, born on November 10, 1940, in San Diego, California to Raymond Larson and Gertrude Fredrickson. Jeanne passed away on March 22, 2024, in Salem, Oregon. She was united in marriage with Raymond Knight in Toppenish, Washington on December 15, 1969. They were blessed with four children, Jay, Richard, Julie and Dan. They raised their family in...

Mar 22, 2024

Edith Rose Nightingale was born September 30, 1933, in White Lake, South Dakota, to John Nightingale and Leola Haines Nightingale. Edith’s family moved to Oregon when she was 3 or 4 years old, and where she spent most of her life before passing away on March 22, 2024.

Edith grew up in Stayton, where she...

Mar 21, 2024

Maureen Margaret Boedigheimer, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and sibling, passed away in Salem, Oregon, surrounded by her loving family. Born on June 3rd, 1937, in London, England, to Maud Gover and George Bryan, Maureen's life journey was marked by resilience, love, and joy.

Maureen's life was enriched by the bonds she formed with her...

Mar 20, 2024

Hal LaVerne Thomas passed away peacefully in his sleep on Wednesday March 20, 2024. He

was 94 years old, born in Ottumwa, Iowa on “Black Tuesday”, October 29, 1929. His passing

was exactly two years to the date that he lost his wife of 71 years, Roberta Lee (Wells) Thomas.

Hal...

Mar 20, 2024

Brian Rendon, born on April 15, 1971, in Lebanon, Oregon, to parents Barbara Krosman and Manuel Rendon, passed away on March 20, 2024. He cherished life’s simple pleasures, finding solace in the quiet moments that unfolded around him.

Brian’s love for fishing was unwavering. Whether standing on the edge of a weathered pier or casting...

Mar 19, 2024

Karen Ann O’Dell, born on December 28, 1967, peacefully passed away on March 19, 2024, surrounded by family in Stayton,

Oregon. Karen was born and raised in Silverton hills. Karen was a cherished friend and esteemed colleague, holding a business degree that she wielded with grace and determination.

Survived by her devoted siblings—Calvin...

Mar 17, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved Emma Spaniol on March 17, 2024. Born in 1942, Emma lived a rich, adventurous, and love-filled life, touching the hearts of everyone she met with her spunky and fun-loving spirit.

Emma's greatest accomplishment, and what she took her deepest pride in, was...

Mar 17, 2024

Delmer LeRoy Webb passed away in his sleep at home on March 17, 2024, at the age of 94. Delmer came into this world on Christmas Eve 1929, in a home on the family farm in Turner, Oregon. He was the first-born son of Thomas and Macel Webb followed by his sister Barbara and brother Lilbern, both deceased. He...

Mar 17, 2024

Esteemed forensics colleague and instructor, loving husband, father, grandfather and brother, Michael Lawrence Heintzman, of Salem, OR, passed away on March 17, 2024, surrounded by family. Born April 19, 1953, to the late Michael Dean and Doris Lorraine (Romann) Heintzman of Peoria, IL, he lived a life of extraordinary public service and dedication to family.

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Mar 16, 2024

Thomas Wesley Croy, beloved son, brother, and friend, passed away on March 16, 2024, in Aumsville, Oregon, surrounded by his loving family. Born on August 13, 1967, in Walnut Creek, California, to Jerry Wesley Croy and Rhonda Gail (Dalton) Croy, Thomas lived a life filled with kindness, humor, and a deep devotion to his loved ones.

Mar 16, 2024

Irvin Lane Hersha Sr., born on May 29, 1936, in Salem, Oregon, peacefully departed this world on March 16, 2024. He was the beloved child of Caroline A. Davidson and Frank Lee Hersha.

On June 11, 1955, Irvin exchanged vows with his cherished wife, Loretta Sue Williams, in a heartfelt ceremony held in Reno, Nevada....

Mar 16, 2024

Andris Edvins Tomps, born on January 14, 1944, in Riga, Latvia, to Karl and Edite Tomps, passed away on March 16, 2024. He was a devoted son, husband, father, and papa.

In 1971, Andris married Pamela in Nebraska, and together they built a life filled with love and cherished memories. Their union was blessed with...

Mar 15, 2024

Ralph J. Russo, 61, of Brooklyn, NY, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family. Born on February 11, 1963, to Francesco and Ann “Joan” Russo, Ralph lived a life marked by devotion to his family, his country, and his passions.

On July 26, 1986, Ralph married the love of his life, Kollette Germond, in...

Mar 15, 2024

Clifford Warren Babbitt, beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and educator, passed away peacefully on March 15, 2024. He was born on August 8, 1932, in Anadarko, Oklahoma, to the late Edith and Ruben Babbitt.

Clifford was a man of many passions and talents. He dedicated his life to education and community service, leaving an indelible...