Obituaries

Dec 30, 2024

Gary Frank Asa Ladd, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away leaving a legacy of love and cherished memories. Born on July 23, 1941, in Brewerton, New York, to Carlton Ira Ladd and Ruth Ida (Forester) Ladd, Gary's life was one of dedication, craftsmanship, and joy.

Gary graduated from high school and pursued his passion for Greek studies at...

Dec 29, 2024

Lorraine Helen Rita (Weckman) Vickery died recently on December 29, 2024 at age 106 after a life filled with the adventures of a renowned husband and five children. Her husband of 57 years, Clement (Vick) Vickery, MD, preceded her in death, having died September 24, 2001.

Lorraine was born October 5, 1918 in Akron, Ohio, and, always the adventurous one, after...

Dec 29, 2024

Lavon Alice (Long) Berdahl passed away peacefully December 29, 2024 in Albany, Oregon. Lavon was born in York, North Dakota on May 20,1934 to Lawrence and Agnes (Maske) Long. She was married to Gilbert A. Berdahl on July 5, 1953 In Rugby, North Dakota. They lived in Kief, Butte, Towner and then Rugby (all in North Dakota). While in Rugby...

Dec 29, 2024

It is with great sadness and tears that the family of Daniel E. “Dan” Higgins Jr. announces that Dan passed away peacefully on December 29, 2024, in Salem, Oregon. Dan was born in Longview, Washington, on October 18, 1954, to Daniel E Higgins Sr. and Marlene K. Chromey. Dan was a proud graduate of R. A. Long High School, Class...

Dec 27, 2024

Glen F. Burks passed away peacefully on December 27, 2024 in Salem, Oregon, after a valiant battle with bone cancer. Born on March 9, 1940 in Versailles, Missouri to Clara Della Webb and Delbert Brent Burks, Glen lived a life rich with purpose, dedication, and love.

After completing his education, Glen joined the Navy, where he served with honor and distinction....

Dec 23, 2024

David Derrell Quillin, a beloved son and brother, left us far too soon on December 23, 2024, at the age of 31. Born on March 15, 1993, in Portland, Oregon, David was the beloved youngest of two children raised by his parents Susan and Nathaniel Taylor in Salem, Oregon.

As a child, David’s life was filled with joyful memories, particularly during...

Dec 19, 2024

Nancy Carol Nagy Matter Stewart, born on September 29, 1936, in Syracuse, New York, to Francis Nagy and Grace Edmonds, lived a life filled with accomplishments, adventure, and love.

Nancy excelled academically, graduating high school as valedictorian, and went on to become a legal secretary, a career in which she demonstrated her intelligence and dedication. Her life took her to various...

Dec 18, 2024

Dec 16, 2024

Jeffery Dwaine Harris, 57, was born in Covina, California, April 24, 1967, and passed away on December 16, 2024, after his courageous fight with cancer. Jeff graduated from McKay High School in 1985. 

After high school, he attended the Western Culinary Institute and graduated in 1988. Jeff pursued a career as a chef working in Alaska, Michigan, and at Odell Lodge...

Dec 13, 2024

Tarna was always positive and fun to be around. She always dropped nuggets of wisdom. You could tell her mood by the music she listed to. And she liked her music loud! She was a tough cookie her whole life. She leaves behind many siblings including her identical twin Tana , who cared for her in her last days. She...

Dec 13, 2024

Beverly Schuttpelz was born in Portland, Oregon to Charles McCabe and Esterlee Elmer McCabe. She was a graduate of Salem High School and Oregon State University. Her husband of 75 years, Harold Schuttpelz, preceded her in death. Beverly loved gardening and spending Ome with her dogs. She is survived by her twin brother, Blair McCabe of Salem, OR, and three...

Dec 12, 2024

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Dec 11, 2024

Ronald Kent Sowerby

October 27, 1945 – December 11, 2024

 

Ronald Kent Sowerby, 79, of Stayton, Oregon, passed away peacefully on December 11, 2024. Ron was born on October 27, 1945, in Ogden, Utah, to Melvin and Melba (Johnson) Sowerby. He grew up in Ogden, attending Ogden High School, where he graduated before embarking on a career in sales and accounting.

 

On February...

Dec 11, 2024

Elmo Benjamin Crapser, a kind and devoted husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on December 11, 2024. He was born on May 23, 1941, in Klamath Falls, Oregon, to Elmo and Hazel (Criuckhank) Crapser.

Elmo married the love of his life, Janice Bates, on August 1, 1958, in San Diego, California. Their union was a testament to love and...

Dec 10, 2024

In Loving Memory of Kenneth "Ken" Eckhardt

Kenneth "Ken" Eckhardt, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on December 10, 2024, in Clackamas, Oregon, at 76. Born on October 4, 1948, in San Francisco, California, to Dale and Eva Eckhardt, Ken’s life was marked by dedication, love, and adventure.

Ken grew up with his siblings Sue and Doug,...

Dec 9, 2024

Dec 7, 2024

In Loving Memory of Cynthia Sue Myers

Cynthia Myers, affectionately known as Cindy, passed away peacefully on December 7, 2024, in Albany, Oregon. Born on May 7, 1959, in Oakland, California, to Bobbie and Jerry Leary, Cindy brought light and warmth to everyone she encountered throughout her remarkable life.

Cindy grew up in a loving home alongside her siblings, Michael, Chuck, Keith,...

Dec 6, 2024

Our beloved Rachel Lynn Nordmo went home to heaven on Friday December 6, 2024. Rachel was born May 18th 1996 in Salem Oregon. She lived in the Santiam Canyon her whole life. She loved the mountains and the river that surrounded the only place that she ever wanted to call home.

 

She graduated from Santiam High school in 2014 and received...

Dec 4, 2024

A Loving Tribute to Christopher Scott Curths

 Christopher Scott Curths, born October 27, 1980, in Lebanon, Oregon, was a man whose life radiated purpose, dedication, and love. The beloved son of Calvin Curths and Teresa Curths, Chris grew up in the Salem/Lebanon area, where he cultivated his passion for sports, fitness, and family.

 A proud graduate of McKay High School in 1999,...

Dec 4, 2024

Jennifer Louise Wilson, fondly known as Jenny Lou to family and friends, was born in

Reedsport, Oregon, on August 16, 1969. She joined mother, Alice, father, Jim, and two adoring

older sisters Candy and Cindy Jo. She was often played with and dressed up, including nail

polish, hair decorations, jewelry and fun clothing. Perhaps this jump started her life long love of

dressing up...