James "Jim" Kellogg

Jim Kellogg passed away peacefully at home in Sublimity Oregon on August 21, 2023 at age 85.

He was born on December 16, 1937 in Gold Hill, Oregon. At 10 years old, his family moved to Salem Oregon where he graduated from South Salem High school.

He married Lorraine Mitzel on December 26, 1965 and they were married 57 years. In 1970 they moved to the Silverton Hills, where he was a Sergeant with the Silverton police department. He retired in 1992 after 21 years of service.

In the fall of 1992 they moved to Sublimity Oregon where he and Lorraine enjoyed 30 years of retirement.

He was a member of the Elks Club, NRA, Lost Dutchman Mining Association, The Griswold Cast Iron and Cookware Association & he was a licensed Ham radio operator since the early 1970’s.

He had so many interests and hobbies, he enjoyed classic cars, steam engines and vintage tractors, camping, photography, computers, gold mining, buying and selling Griswold cast iron and guns, talking with his ham radio friends every morning, watching classic western movies and shows, spending time with family, his lifelong friendships and all of the beloved dogs that he had throughout his life.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Noel and Virginia Kellogg.

He is survived by his wife, Lorraine Kellogg, sister, Trish Elliott, four children - Dani (Martin) Sutliff, John Kellogg, Kelli (Ricky) Burbage, Lane Kellogg; 10 grandchildren, and 12 great grandchildren.

His memory will be treasured by those who knew and loved him. There will be a private service with immediate family.

The family wishes to express their appreciation to Bristol Hospice for their care and thoughtfulness throughout this time.

In lieu of flowers please consider a donation to the Oregon Humane Society

Arrangements made by Weddle Funeral Service, Stayton, Oregon.