Obituaries
Jason John Elsey
Aug 23, 2025
Jason John Elsey, lovingly known as “JJ,” passed away on August 23, 2025, at the age of 52. He was born on November 11, 1972, in Portland, Oregon, to Danny Elsey and Susan Haider.
Jason was a devoted father to his daughter, Rilea Smith, with whom he shared a deep and special bond. Rilea was truly his “daddy’s girl,” and no...
Ryker Thomas Pittam
Aug 17, 2025
With heavy hearts and deep love, we remember Ryker Thomas Pittam, whose vibrant spirit and boundless curiosity touched the lives of all who knew him. Born on September 17, 2005, in Salem, Oregon, to Angelia Deon Pittam and Otis Blaine Smith, Ryker grew up with a deep appreciation for nature, creativity, and connection.
A graduate of Albany Options School, Ryker proudly...
James Smith
Aug 16, 2025
James Donald Smith passed away on August 16, 2025 in Mill City, Oregon, where he had lived for the past 35 years. He was 83 years old.Born on December 24, 1941, in Los Angeles, California, James was the son of Norma Steadman and James Francis Smith. After graduating high school, he attended Pierce Community College before beginning a career as...
Sherry Lynn Cain
Aug 10, 2025
Sherry Lynn Cain February 6, 1950 – August 10, 2025
Sherry Lynn Cain, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on August 10, 2025, in Aumsville, Oregon, surrounded by the love of her family. She was 75 years old.
Born on February 6, 1950, in Longview, Washington, to Harold Flory and Ruth Jimmison, Sherry grew up in a bustling,...
David Alan Gonzalez
Aug 10, 2025
David Alan Gonzalez, 60, of Sublimity, Oregon, passed away on August 10, 2025, in Portland, Oregon.
He was born on May 15, 1965, in Lancaster, California, to Sidney and MaryEllen (Vensel) Gonzalez. David spent his early years in Lancaster before moving to Cottage Grove, then Springfield, and eventually making his home in Sublimity in 2017.
A 1983 graduate of Cottage Grove High...
Richard Ray Reneau
Aug 8, 2025
Richard Ray Reneau, 79, went home to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Friday, August 8, 2025.
Born June 9, 1946, in Tucumcari, New Mexico, to Thelma (Hostetler) and Claude Reneau. He was the youngest of their 4 children.
Richard graduated from Canby High School in 1964. After graduation, Richard joined the U.S. Navy to serve our country for...
Christopher Allen Harris
Aug 8, 2025
Christopher Allen Harris September 27, 1982 – August 8, 2025
Christopher Allen Harris, 42, of Mill City, Oregon, passed away suddenly on August 8, 2025, following a car accident. He was born on September 27, 1982, in Salem, Oregon, to Bruce Allen Harris and Dianna Lee (Neal) Harris.
Chris attended Gates Elementary School, Mill City Middle School, and Santiam High School, where...
Doris Dale Haakenson
Aug 4, 2025
Doris Dale (Pyeatt) (Cleveland) Haakenson, born June 24, 1925, in Portland, Oregon, passed away peacefully on August 4, 2025, in Lebanon, Oregon, at the age of 100.
Barbara Wolford
Aug 4, 2025
Barbara Doris Wolford, a devoted caregiver, spirited companion, and beloved mom and grandma, passed away peacefully on August 4, 2025. Born on April 1, 1945, to Alberta (Stiffler) and Adolph Krosman, Barbara's life was marked by compassion, resilience, and a deep love for her family.
Raised in the small town of Scio, Oregon, Barbara attended school there until the ninth grade,...
Larry James Fisher
Aug 3, 2025
In Loving Memory of Larry James Fisher
August 9, 1938 – August 3, 2025
Larry James Fisher passed away peacefully at the age of 86, surrounded by his family and the steady grace he gave to others his whole life.
Born in Dayton, Ohio, and raised in San Jose, California, Larry was a man of quiet brilliance and profound spiritual depth. He spent...
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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...
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