Obituaries

May 14, 2023

Leticia Janicke, a loving and passionate soul, was born on November 1, 1946, in Colima, Mexico, and passed away on May 14, 2023, in Sherwood, Oregon. Born to Daniel Godinez and Isabel Castaneda, Leticia was raised alongside her siblings, Celia, Jorge, Jose Luis, Graciela, Silivia, Ana, and Daniel in the beautiful city of Colima. Her life was a testament...

May 14, 2023

Salem- Arthur James Metz, 81, went to be with his Saviour on Sunday, May 14, 2023.

Arthur was born October 3, 1941, in Forrest, Illinois to Ludwig and Persida (Honegger) Metz. He married Elizabeth (Betty) Martin on May 5, 1963, in Marengo. Committing their lives to Jesus Christ, they were baptized together in 1968 while...

May 13, 2023

George Russell Lambeth, a loving husband, father, grandfather, and brother, passed away peacefully on May 13, 2023, in Albany, Oregon. Born on October 24, 1941, in Ardmore, Oklahoma, George was a selfless and spirited individual who touched the lives of many.

George is survived by his devoted wife of 40 years, Martha Lambeth; his children,...

May 11, 2023

Susan Kay Ryan passed away on May 11, 2023, just four days and one month shy of her 68th birthday. Born in the Dalles, Oregon on June 15, 1955, Susan was the beloved daughter of Raymond G. Dorothy Spending her early childhood in South Dakota, Susan loved in Oregon most of her life. Growing up in the Santiam Canyon...

May 10, 2023

May 9, 2023

Benjamin Alderete, 30, passed away on May 9, 2023, after a long battle with a rare condition. He was a loving son, brother, and friend who touched many lives with his kindness and humor.

Benjamin was born on November 6, 1992, in Portland, OR. He grew up with a passion for Legos, Star Wars, and...

May 9, 2023

Brad Iverson lived a life full of love, laughter, and devotion to his family and friends. Born on November 1, 1968, in Salem, Oregon, Brad's journey came to a close on May 9, 2023, in the same city where it all began. Throughout his time with us, Brad's selflessness, loving nature, and thoughtfulness touched the lives of all who...

May 6, 2023

May 4, 2023

Helen Ruth McKinney Ruggles, known affectionately as Ruth, passed away peacefully on May 4, 2023, in Salem, Oregon. Born on March 8, 1946, in Lawton, Oklahoma, to Egtil McKinney and Anna Sparks McKinney, she was a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend.

Ruth grew up in a large family with eight siblings: Kenneth,...

May 3, 2023

Bertha Jean (Jones) Mullins was born on March 8, 1932, in Brooks, Oregon to Samuel Paul and Blanche (Evans) Jones. She would graduate from Salem High School with the class of 1950.

In the spring of 1950 Bertha met the love of her life, Ronald Dean Mullins at the home of her future in-laws. They...

May 1, 2023

David Paul Milstead

August 4th, 1955 - May 1st, 2023

David P. Milstead, born to Dean and Alyce P. Milstead of Marion, Oregon; on Thursday, Aug. 4th, 1955 at Salem Memorial Hospital died on Monday, May 1st, 2023 in Marion, Oregon. David passed in the comfort of his childhood home and was cared...

May 1, 2023

Russell Alan Prinzing, a beloved son, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on May 1, 2023, in Keizer, Oregon. Born on March 16, 1960, in Hood River, Oregon, to Mavis Pyle and Gerald Prinzing, Russell lived a life full of love, adventure, and service to his country.

Russell was a proud and dedicated member of...

Apr 25, 2023

Feisty to the end and a month shy of 101, On April 25th, June left this mortal coil for the "Great Unknown."

An avid golfer and Bridge player, she played both well into her late 90's. She goes to meet her husband of 56 years Nick and granddaughter Caroline Earle.

June...

Apr 25, 2023

Kevin John Dettwyler, 43, peacefully passed from this life to be with his Lord on April 25, 2023. He was born December 30, 1979, to Loren and Marlene (Kaeb) Dettwyler in Silverton, Oregon. He attended Central Howell school, Silverton High School then Oregon State University graduating with a degree in construction engineering management. After graduating, he worked at Kerr...

Apr 24, 2023

Michael Lee Hanson, a kind and handy man who brought joy and warmth to those around him, passed away on April 24, 2023, in Corvallis, Oregon. Born on May 5, 1959, in Wakefield Michigan, Michael was the loving son of James Hanson and Patsy Freeman.

Throughout his life, Michael's dedication to his family remained unwavering....

Apr 23, 2023

Catherine “Cat” Teresa Dias Berrey, 61, of Stayton, passed away on April 23, 2024 peacefully in her home. She was born in Honolulu, Hawaii in 1961 to Joseph and Sarah Isabel Dias. She had 10 brothers and sisters. She was married to Robert Keith Berrey for 22 years. Cat was loved by many in the community. She enjoyed beading...

Apr 20, 2023

Sharon E. Howell passed into the loving arms of Jesus on April 20, 2023. Sharon was born October 17, 1948, to Edward and Helen Patitz in Ontonagon, Michigan. She married Herb Howell on August 12, 1966. Sharon had 2 children, Jeff Howell, and Mike Howell. Sharon graduated from Reedsport High School in 1966. She had a great love for...

Apr 19, 2023

Louis Alan "Lou" DuChene, a kind and friendly man who made a lasting impact on everyone he met, passed away peacefully of natural causes on April 20, 2023, in Scio, Oregon. Born on October 5, 1959, in Mora, Minnesota, Lou was the loving son of Louis E. and Barbara M. (Johnson) DuChene, and the eldest of five children.

Apr 19, 2023

OBITUARY – HOWARD SCHELSKE

April 7, 1931 – April 19, 2023

Howard Arlin Schelske was born near Cary, South Dakota in 1931. He was the oldest son of Gottfried and Erna Schelske. Gottfried and Erna’s families immigrated to the United States in the 1920’s. They first settled in South Dakota, then...

Apr 17, 2023

Mrs. Luan Lavina Donnelly, a loving and gentle soul, was born on July 29, 1949, in Lebanon, Oregon, and passed away in her beloved hometown on April 17, 2023. Throughout her life, Luan was a beacon of love and kindness, touching the lives of those fortunate enough to know her.

Luan was born to Paul...