Obituaries

Nov 15, 2024

Nov 13, 2024

Virginia Chadwick, a beloved mother, grandmother, Lola and friend, passed on November 13, 2024, Portland, Oregon, shortly before her 72nd birthday. Born on November 23, 1952, in Tondo, Manila, Philippines, Virginia embodied warmth and generosity throughout her life. She married the love of her life, Craig William Chadwick on February 26, 1982, in Angeles City, Philippines. Together, they made their...

Nov 10, 2024

Esther Gray, born on April 25, 1950, in Toledo, Oregon, to Bertha Bemrose and Scott Lane, lived a life marked by dedication to her family, community, and heritage. Esther grew up in the Salem and Siletz areas alongside her siblings Minnie, Neomi, Jerry, David, Pauline, and Patty, forming bonds that lasted a lifetime.

Esther was a proud member of the Siletz...

Oct 29, 2024

Gary Woodrow Combs, born on January 23, 1945, in Marlinton, West Virginia, was a man of many talents, passions, and dedication. He was the beloved son of Callie Alice McCarty and David Charles Combs. Gary passed away on October 29, 2024 in Lebanon, Oregon. In 1951, Gary and his family moved to Oregon, where he would make a lasting...

Nov 20, 2024

Sally Dawson was born in San Francisco, California to Charles Walter & Dorothy G Dawson on February 20, 1952, she was the youngest of two daughters.

Sally grew up in California, in Marin and Sonoma County for most of her life. She leaves behind her older sister Linda Coulton. The two had many happy times together growing up, riding horses, doing...

Nov 20, 2024

Donna Lee Murray Donna Lee Murray, age 78, of Stayton, Oregon, passed away peacefully on November 20, 2024. She was born on February 26, 1946, to Loretta and John Murray. Donna was a loving mother to her daughters, Tami Rae and Kristen Denise, her son, William Charles, and her daughter through marriage, Joan Marie. She was a proud grandmother to...

Nov 20, 2024

Stella EG Laswell, a beloved mother, sister, grandmother and great grandmother, gracefully departed from this world on November 20, 2024, at the age of 87. She was born on December 19, 1936, in the picturesque town of Olathe, Colorado, where her journey began—a journey filled with life lessons that taught her the value of her family. A family in which...

Nov 13, 2024

Margaret "Peggy" Lahde, 89, of Lebanon, Oregon, passed away peacefully on November 13, 2024. She was born on April 29, 1935, in New London, Connecticut.

Peggy was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She was preceded in death by her husband of 64 years, Bob Lahde, her Daughter Laure Riddle her granddaughter Amie Ogden, and her granddaughter-in-law Tiffany Hayward. She...

Nov 9, 2024

Clydene "Kay" Turner, born on January 31, 1947, in Silverton, Oregon, to Clara Belle Chard and Clyde Charles Allen, lived a life of dedication, service, and joy. Growing up alongside her siblings, Geraldine (Allen) Tufts, Jim Allen, John Allen, and Terri Allen, she formed strong bonds and lasting memories.

Kay graduated from Silverton High School in 1967 and pursued a career...

Nov 3, 2024

Judy Vinson, born on May 17, 1959, in Eureka, California, to Wallace and Jean (Durham) Evans, lived a life filled with love, care, and dedication to her family.

Judy married James Vinson on October 6, 1978, in Sheridan, Oregon. Their marriage was a testament to their enduring love and partnership. Throughout her life, Judy was...

Oct 31, 2024

**Laura Leona Cole**

September 2, 1939 – October 31, 2024

Laura Leona Cole was born on September 2, 1939, in Santa Maria, California, to Albert Peter LaBorde and Virginia Geraldine Hobbs. She grew up with her siblings, Albert D. Laborde (deceased), Gladys O. Fillman, and Virginia G. Koester (deceased), forming deep bonds that...

Oct 30, 2024

Sonia Graham, 57, of Newport crowd surfed to the next mosh pit on October 30, 2024.

A celebration of life and legacy will be arranged soon.

Sonia was a punk, and it was her punk ethos that both energized her and informed her approach to life. Eddie Vedder said “The whole [punk] doing-right...

Oct 29, 2024

Terry Finley, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and dedicated servant to his country, passed away on October 29, 2024, at the age of 74. Terry was born on September 20, 1950, to Carl and Margaret "Midge" Finley, who raised him alongside his siblings, Carla Thornhill and the late Randy Finley. He spent his childhood in the Northwest, growing up...

Oct 27, 2024

Alfred "Rick" Gomes, 86, passed away peacefully at his home in Stayton on Sunday, October 27, 2024 to be reunited in heaven with his two sons Richard and Robert. He is survived by his beloved wife of 58 years Barbara Gomes and his two daughters Nickie Harris and Steffanie Piccirilli.

Rick was born on July...

Oct 27, 2024

Fred Andrew Dorris passed away at his home in the early morning on October 27th, 2024 at the age of 96. Fred spent is final days surrounded by the love and care of his family.

Fred Andrew Dorris was born in Oakland, California on December 31st, 1927 to Christine Haun and George Dorris....

Oct 26, 2024

In loving memory of Deborah Suzanne Wade

June 9, 1955 - October 26, 2024

Deborah Suzanne Wade, was born to parents Claud and Birdy Hicks, passed away peacefully on October 26, 2024, in Albany, OR. Raised in Montana and later graduating high school in Anaheim, California, Deborah eventually settled in the Pacific Northwest, where she spent most of her life surrounded by...

Oct 26, 2024

Charlene Ann Fisher, born on October 3, 1958, in Portland, Oregon, was a beacon of compassion, creativity, and selflessness. Throughout her life, Charlene dedicated herself to fostering children, providing them with a loving and nurturing home. Her commitment to the well-being of others was a testament to her generous spirit.

Charlene had a passion for...

Oct 26, 2024

Tom Burton Fitzgerald, born on April 2, 1952, in Albany, Oregon, to Lois and Vernon Fitzgerald, lived a life marked by determination, dedication to craftsmanship and loyalty. Tom's early years growing up in Scio, Oregon set the stage for a journey marked by academic excellence and a love for learning. Graduating with honors from Scio High School in 1970,...

Oct 24, 2024

Robert John McKenna, born on November 17, 1946, in Brooklyn, New York, led a distinguished and fulfilling life marked by dedication to education, community, and family. He was the beloved son of Ethel Gertrude McKenna and Harold McKenna and grew up alongside his brother, Harold McKenna Jr.

In his youth, Robert's commitment to personal development...

Oct 21, 2024