Obituaries

Jun 3, 2023

Paul William Grizzard May 6, 1953 - June 3, 2023

Paul died peacefully in his Silverton home. He was born in Pasadena to Barbara and Bill Grizzard. He spent

happy childhood years there with older sisters Barbara and Nancy. His high school years were spent in Salt Lake City, where he met the 17 year...

May 28, 2023

Michael James Weedman, a loving husband, father, and grandfather, passed away peacefully on May 28, 2023, in Salem, Oregon. Born on July 24, 1946, in Berkeley, California, Michael's life was marked by his dedication to his family, his service to his country, and his unwavering commitment to his community.

The son of Hannah...

May 27, 2023

Suzi Estelle aged 77 years passed over peacefully Saturday May 27th 2023 surrounded by her family and friends.

Born Susan Marie Painter on January 20th 1946 to Charles and Elsie (Deitch) Painter.

Suzi was raised with two of her siblings, sister Penny Painter (passed summer 1992) and brother Kelly Painter of...

May 27, 2023

May 25, 2023

Pete Roland Lynn Graham, 80, died Thursday morning May 25th with his wife, daughters and dog Leo by his side.

Pete was born in Murray, Utah and spent most of his formative years in the treasure valley of Idaho and around the west with fond memories and stories of time at the ranch in Susanville,...

May 24, 2023

Abelardo Vasquez Ramirez was born on January 2, 1965 in Santa Maria Tindu Mexco to Antolin Vasquez Cervantes and Fidelfa Ramirez Rueda. The last several years he was living in Silverton, Oregon until his passing on May 24, 2023.  A funeral mass will be held on Tuesday, June 6, 2023 at St. Mary Catholic Church in Mount Angel with...

May 24, 2023

Milton Karl Smith, a loving husband, father, brother, and friend, passed away on May 24, 2023, in Salem, Oregon. Born on April 4, 1940, in Topeka, Kansas, Milton's life was marked by his intelligence, curiosity, and wide-ranging interests.

Milton is survived by his wife of almost 56 years, Charlene; daughters, Lisa and Laura; and siblings,...

May 21, 2023

Gene D. Schilling, born 1942 as the youngest of four to Art and Margaret Schilling, was a lifelong resident of Sherman County, leaving only briefly for school, military service or work. He always came home. His ancestors homesteaded in Sherman County, beginning a long family history of wheat farming, which would shape Gene’s life. By trade, Gene was a...

May 20, 2023

Omar Noel Falk, a father, brother, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on May 20, 2023, in Salem, Oregon. Born on June 2, 1941, in Lebanon, Oregon, Noel was a resilient and hardworking man who never let adversity define him. Noel was born to Phebe and Omar Falk and grew up alongside his siblings, Diane and Marcelle, in Halsey,...

May 17, 2023

Steven Beaudoin passed away peacefully on May 17, 2023. He was born on September 11, 1957, in Roseburg, OR. Steven was the son of Doran (French) and Beth (Carter) Beaudoin. He grew up alongside his brother Tim, and together they shared many cherished memories.

Steven's education at Elmira High School and Western Oregon University instilled...

May 15, 2023

Destiney Hope Coppedge (Paden), a loving and cherished daughter, sister, and aunt, passed away on May 15, 2023, in Turner, Oregon. Born on July 29, 2005, in Salem, Oregon, Destiney's beautiful smile and loving nature will be forever missed by all who knew her.

Destiney was a beloved member of her forever family,...

May 14, 2023

Ramona "Mona" Rumplik, a kind, loving, and friendly soul, passed away peacefully on May 14, 2023, in Stayton, Oregon. Born on April 29, 1961, in Salem, Oregon, to Marianne Lee Harvey and Curtis Ray Keys, Mona lived a life filled with love, laughter, and the joy of family and friends.

Mona was the beloved sister...

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