Obituaries

Julie Barnhart

Julie Barnhart

Jul 31, 2025

Julie Ann Barnhart was born on February 20, 1977, in Lebanon, Oregon, to James Edward and Karen Elaine Barnhart. She spent 48 years of her life in the close-knit community of Lacomb, where her kindness, compassion, and love for animals were well known.

Julie had a special fondness for foxes and a lifelong passion for horses, enjoying countless days showing them...

Lynn Irene Chaney Graham

Lynn Irene Chaney Graham

Jul 31, 2025

Lynn Irene Chaney Graham passed away on July 31, 2025 in Albany, Oregon. Lynn was born September 8, 1946 in Nyssa, Oregon to Horace Fields Chaney and Eliza Angeline “Angie” Gifford Chaney as the ninth of eleven children. She grew up on their ranch in the Lower Big Bend area of eastern Oregon near Adrian on the Snake River. She...

Judith Rose Propp

Judith Rose Propp

Jul 30, 2025

Judith Rose Propp, beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away at home peacefully on July 30th, 2025, surrounded by her loved ones.

Born on January 13th, 1940, in Fayetteville, Arkansas, to Rosemary and Ralph Atwood, Judy, after graduating high school, pursued higher education at both the University of Oregon and Willamette University.

Judy was a gifted artist, known for her...

Loretta Hersha

Loretta Hersha

Jul 30, 2025

Loretta Sue Hersha August 7, 1936 – July 30, 2025

Loretta Sue Hersha was born on August 7, 1936, in Oklahoma to William and Naomi Williams. One of nine siblings, Loretta spent her childhood in Dayton, Oregon, where she would later meet the love of her life, Irvin Lane Hersha, Sr.

A proud graduate of Dayton High School, Class of 1954, Loretta...

Gary May

Gary May

Jul 29, 2025

Gary May, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and brother, passed away peacefully at home on July 29, 2025, at the age of 72. Born on November 6, 1952, in Las Vegas, Nevada, Gary was the beloved son of Joan and Elmer May, who preceded him in death.

On September 4, 1997, Gary married the love of his life, Shirley May, in...

Artemio Martinez de Jesus

Artemio Martinez de Jesus

Jul 29, 2025

Artemio Martínez de Jesús nació el 8 de octubre de 1989 en Santiago Juxtlahuaca, Oaxaca, México. Falleció el 29 de julio de 2025 en Estacada, Oregón. Por favor, considere ayudar a la familia a que Artemio regrese a casa, donde pueda descansar en México.

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Artemio Martínez de Jesús was born on October 8, 1989, in Santiago Juxtlahuaca, Oaxaca, Mexico. He passed...

Glenn Dale Packnett

Glenn Dale Packnett

Jul 29, 2025

Glenn was born January 17, 1948 to Charlie and Elma Packnett in Oakland, California. Years later, the family moved to Junction City, Oregon. After high school, Glenn joined the Army and served in the 1st Radio Research Company “Crazy Cats” out of Cam Ranh Bay, Vietnam. Upon his return stateside, Glenn started working in construction. He loved building things and...

Arthur Adair Brown

Arthur Adair Brown

Jul 28, 2025

Art Brown, 86, died peacefully in Silverton on July 28, 2025. Art was born to Dorothy (Polis) and Arthur Brown of Grettinger, Iowa, at his aunt Eunice’s home in Maquoketa, Iowa, on Aug. 2, 1938. Art is survived by his wife of 41 years, Virginia, of Silverton; his sister, Kay Lou; and his children, James, Bridget, and Brendan, all of...

Michael Duane Harris

Michael Duane Harris

Jul 28, 2025

Michael “Mike” Duane Harris, beloved father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of laughter, curiosity, and unwavering devotion to family. Born on August 8, 1971, in Rupert, Idaho, Mike was the cherished son of Helen Mae Harris (Bowman) and Kenneth James Harris. He passed away on July 28th, 2025 in Salem, Oregon. His early years...

Darrel Boedigheimer

Darrel Boedigheimer

Jul 27, 2025

Darrel Boedigheimer June 26, 1944 – July 27, 2025

Darrel Boedigheimer passed away peacefully on July 27, 2025, at the age of 81. Born on June 26, 1944, to Ralph and Della (Fery) Boedigheimer, Darrel spent his entire life rooted in the communities of Mehama and Stayton, Oregon.

He was one of eight siblings and grew up alongside his brothers Gary, Ron,...

Mildred Elaine Schiewek

Mildred Elaine Schiewek

Jul 27, 2025

Mildred Elaine Schiewek (Glaser) went home to be with her Lord on July 27th, 2025, surrounded by her children. Born on April 19th, 1941, in Grants Pass, Oregon to Frederick Liveright and Ida Gertrude Glaser, Mildred’s journey began in the Pacific Northwest but soon took her across continents. Raised in Africa where her parents served as missionaries, Mildred’s early years...

Amalia Martinez Ramirez

Amalia Martinez Ramirez

Jul 24, 2025

Amalia Martinez Ramirez passed away on July 24, 2025 in Corvallis, Oregon. She was born on March 26, 1942 in El Arenal, Hidalgo, Mexico.

A funeral mass will take place at Saint Joseph's Catholic Church on Friday, August 1st, 2025 in Salem, Oregon at 2:30 PM.

Following servies, Amalia will be buried in Panteon Cuahtemoc in Cuauhtemoc, Hidalgo, Mexico.

Amalias family invites all...

Paula Gutierrez

Paula Gutierrez

Jul 24, 2025

Paula Gutierrez, a devoted mother, grandmother, sister, and wife, passed away peacefully on July 24, 2025, in Vancouver, Washington, at the age of 59. Born on February 12, 1966, in Colorado, Texas, Paula was the beloved daughter of Paula Rodriguez and Atanacio Gutierrez.

Throughout her life, Paula found joy in the simple and meaningful moments-piecing together puzzles with quiet determination, sewing...

Barbara Young

Barbara Young

Jul 24, 2025

Barbara Jo Young, beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully at home on July 24, 2025, at the age of 76.

Born on September 10, 1948, in Firebaugh, California, to Mary Caton and Eugene Perry, Barbara was a gentle, generous spirit whose kindness touched all who knew her. She later made her home in Oregon, where she spent the...

Molly Anna Anderson

Molly Anna Anderson

Jul 23, 2025

Molly Anna Anderson was born on April 12th, 1942, in Cave Junction, Oregon, to mother, Lela Irene Heath, and father, Benjamin Franklin George. Molly moved to New Meadows, Idaho, and met the love of her life, Larry “Bruce” Anderson. They were married on June 24th, 1957. They had 2 daughters, Diana and Kandi. 

After living in New Meadows for several years,...

James Morley Scheidel

James Morley Scheidel

Jul 21, 2025

James (Jim) Scheidel was born to Marvin and Ellen (Morley) Scheidel on November 17, 1947. He was raised in Salem, Oregon along with his two younger sisters Judy (Goeller) and Jennifer (Bertz). He attended Hoover and Auburn Elementary schools, Parrish Junior High, and graduated North Salem High in 1966. He went on to Central Oregon College in Bend, Oregon completing...

Glenn Gruell

Glenn Gruell

Jul 21, 2025

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Yrene Mendoza Ruiz

Yrene Mendoza Ruiz

Jul 20, 2025

Yrene Mendoza Ruiz was born on June 28, 1948 in Chalcatongo de Hidalgo, Oaxaca, Mexico. She passed away on July 20, 2025 in Jefferson, Oregon. A funeral mass will take place on Saturday, August 2nd, 2025 at 11 AM at Immaculate Conception Church in Stayton, Oregon. A burial will take place following the service at the Panteon de Chalcatongo in...

Araceli Matilde Sagaon Arteaga

Araceli Matilde Sagaon Arteaga

Jul 14, 2025

In loving memory of Araceli Sagaon Arteaga, born on March 14, 1965, in Mexico. She peacefully passed away on July 14, 2025, in Salem, Oregon.

A Funeral Mass will be celebrated in her honor on Tuesday, July 22, 2025, at 11:00 AM, at St. Edward Catholic Church, located in Keizer, Oregon.

Following services in Oregon, burial will take place at Panteón Municipal...

Krytyna Bothern

Krytyna Bothern

Jul 11, 2025

Krytyna Elizabeth Bothern of Scio, Oregon passed away, leaving behind a legacy of love, service, and compassion. Born on September 4, 1990, Krytyna grew up in the heart of the Willamette Valley, where her early years were shaped by a strong connection to community and nature. A proud member of 4H, she found joy in working with animals and learning...