After the family moved to Salem, young Wes was active in Boy Scouts and sports, excelling in swimming and tennis. For decades she would walk her dog daily, if not more often, while also feeding the neighborhood birds and squirrels along the way. Stacey is survived by her children; Acacia, Adric (wife Sharleen), and Anissa (husband Matthew), her brothers Ed and Steve, their wives Debbie and Melanie, as well as her mother and step-mother Mary (Plank) and Barbara (Gisler) respectively. She kept up her studies of ballet at the Lake Oswego School of Ballet under Marjorie Soriano and became a certified, registered and accredited teacher of ballet for the Royal Academy of Dance in London, England. Her favorite times were those surrounded by her friends and family. Oradell is preceded in death by Buddie, Alvin, Margaret, both her parents and five brothers. Show your support. She was predeceased by her sister, Myrna Dodge; her nephew, Kent Krausman; her mother, Dorothy deLeve; and her father, George Moore. Still, she was curious. Some of his favorite projects include installing weather sensors on various bridges in Portland and Gold Beach, Oregon. After Andys death, Claire moved to The Springs at Willowcreek Memory Care. Salem, OR Area Obituaries Submit an Obituary Obituaries in the News Carolyn Bryant Donham (1934-2023), Emmett Till's accuser Dick Groat (1930-2023), World Series champ with Pirates,. Steven Michael Hall was born September 2nd, 1938 in Portland Oregon, the son of Harold and Bernice Hall. She last worked as Deputy CFO of the Department of Human Services.In 2007 she completed her bachelor`s degree at Linfield University. She and Luke celebrated their 60th Wedding Anniversary this last October; a true tribute to love and commitment.Loiss first love was Christ and she strived to live by example every day as a Godly wife and mother, Sunday School teacher, Womens Ministries leader, worship leader, choir member, Bible study leader, and mentor to new Christians. Find the obituary of Jim Babb (1946 - 2023) from Salem, OR. Services and celebration of life will be held on April 1st, 2023, at Aumsville Community Center located at 555 Main St. Aumsville, OR. She graduated from Lincoln H.S., attended a couple of years at the University of Washington, and then worked for Frederick & Nelsons department store in the Fashion department, creating the window displays at 5th and Pine. Comfort the family with flowers or a sympathy gift. They dated through college, as Nancy earned a bachelors degree in physical therapy from Long Beach State University, and Dick earned a degree in criminology, also from Long Beach State. February 9, 1968 he married Marilyn Compton and after the birth of their daughter,began his 25-year retail career with Sprouse Reitz. Learning a new hobby was her passion. He was a good man and he will be greatly missed.Ron is survived by his wife Judy, son Greg (Barb), daughters Diane Morgan (Billy), and Kathy McSween (Bob), 4 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren.Consistent with the humble way Ron lived his life, he requested there be no service. Dolores spent her early years Dolores Joan Hallam Heuberger, 89, was born in Platte City, Missouri on June 21, 1933 to Kenneth and Loraine Watts. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Iris H Friesen to pay them a last tribute. He was Born in Honolulu, Hawaii March 9, 1941, in Queens Hospital the thirdchild of Clarence Edson II and Daisy Carr. Read Obituary . They also visited Ireland where they played some of the great Irish courses. There, his burgeoning love for music flourished. Oradell and Buddie married on November 23, 1946. Her son, James, currently resides in Milpitas, CA.She will always be deeply loved and is extremely missed. Wesley K. Markus (67) passed away on December 29, 2022, after a courageous battle with cancer. She was 49. She was born December 17, 1929 to Josiah and Iris Miller in St. Louis, MO. Leon moved his family to Salem and taught at Merrit Davis for two years. Nelson diligently kept statistics, even multi-decade cumulative statistics, which, along with his many photos, he proudly posted on his website, SlagsHouseofStats. He worked for Sears, Firestone, and spent almost two years as an office manager for a finance company. The following spring, during senior comps, they welcomed their first son, Frederick, on April 23, 1960. He volunteered at Anza Borrego State Park, coached the local high school golf team, and sang in the Methodist Church choir. The words of 2 Timothy 4:6-7 say it best, For I am already being poured out as a drink offering, and the time of my departure has come. No services are scheduled at this time. She and Dick started throwing an annual harvest party complete with skits, songs and pie for their homeschool community.A Psalm 23 valley of death experience came next. Due to her interest in medicine, she went back to school and received her nursing degree. He is survived by wife Pat, daughters Tammy Evanko of Hawaii, and Jamie Carter of Georgia, step-daughter Janet Anderson of Silverton, 17 grandchildren and 23 great-grandchildren, and two great-great grandchildren.Services will be on Monday, Dececember 12 at 11:00am at Willamette National Cemetery, 11800 SE Mt. William Thomas Fink (Bill) was born August 8, 1945 in San Diego, California to Leslie (Bud) and Louise Fink. He leaves behind his son Rick & daughter Jennifer, 9 grandchildren, 14 great grandchildren and 3 great great grandchildren. Though his departure cametoo soon. Her respite from her busy life was cuddling her animals and eating sweets, a soothing practice that continued to her dying day. Lois was famous for her homemade bread, pies, snickerdoodles, and monster cookies. She chose to serve God at the age of 10 and remained faithful for the rest of her life. She moved to Manteca, CA to be closer to her daughter, Tracy, and her grandchildren Candis Morgan, Camron Joshua, and Karissa Megan; all of whom she spoiled and loved tremendously. Claude and Oradell were married on October 22, 1988 at St. Elizabeths Catholic Church in John Day, OR. Roy enjoyed traveling in their motor home to places like Dolly Wood, Lorretta Lynn Ranch, Graceland and visited family along the way. Notknown to just dabble in hobbies, he became immersed,seeking to learn about and collect them. Marlene Laird, age 87, of Salem, Oregon passed away on Monday, April 24, 2023. He then moved to his uncle Charlie and Aunt Bert to help on their farm raising corn, cotton, and hay. He even pastored at sea, traveling around South America with Donna Rae as a cruise ship chaplain. After 41 years, they finally sold the Oregon City property to fully retire in a 55+ community in Salem, Oregon. Marilyn left us on February 26, 2023, stricken by pneumonia and one day shy of her 94th birthday, after a last gathering at the hospital where her extended family was able to say goodbye. IN THE CARE OF. A viewing will be prior to the service starting at 11:00. She was interested in sustainable farming, sports medicine, cooking, hiking, emergency management systems, community education, and so much more. Just her faith and an open line to God to sustain and comfort her. Roy enjoyed the great outdoors, hunting, his dogs, camping and fishing. Harriet graduated from North Salem High School and went on to attend Oregon State University.While at OSU, mutual friends introduced her to her future husband, Chauncy Wilson LeVee. Yes, simply like this page on facebook or search Obituary in Salem on facebook. A fellow school mom shared her faith in Jesus Christ; at first, Nancy complained that the God talk was annoying. He enjoyed managing his son`s teams in youth sports. Linda had four children: Robert Dean Branstetter (1965), Tracy Lynn (Branstetter) Cheek (1967), James Everett Valdez (1970), and Katrina Ginette Valdez (1971) who died shortly after birth. Elfie Joanne Stevenin was born August 20, 1921 in Leipzig, Germany. His passion for golf was infectious to all of those around him and he loved spending time on any course with family and friends. Dolores spent her early years in Newton, Kansas. 97303 website: www.SalemLF.org, Sharon Bradway Eder nee Bradway, Beloved wife and mother passed away December 31, after a long illness with Parkinsons.Sharon Lee Bradway was born in Atlantic City, New Jersey in 1947 to John W Bradway and Marguerite W (nee) Doughty. Together they raised 5 children. The majority of his career was then spent as a Public Works Director for the cities of Tukwila, WA, Milwaukie, OR, and Ashland, OR. Grandchildren Mandy, Jerrod, Lester, Joan, Jennifer, Gregory, Janel, Andrew and Christopher. He is survived by Felicitas Cazares Rosas, Nicolas Cazares, Francisco Cazares, Jr., Jose Cazares, Adelaida Cazares de Garcia, Hermenegildo Cazares, Refugio Cazares, Connie Cazares Berry, and Noelia Cazares Rios and is preceded in death by his parents Francisco and Eustacia Casarez, brother Delfino Casarez, and sister Linda Cazares Ventura.A viewing will be held on March 09, 2023, between 5:00 and 7:00 pm at City View Funeral Services, 390 Hoyt St S, Salem, OR 97302. Her affable personality made her a friend to all.In addition to her life as a wife and a working mother, Shirley was always very social, tending with care to all of her relationships, and went above and beyond for the students she worked with. In lieu of formal ceremonies, we ask that you increase the volume when you hear The Offspring and play a round of MarioKart in his honor.Come out and play` - Bryan `Dexter` Holland, The Offspring. She is survived by two sisters, a daughter and son, a son-in-law and daughter-in-law, and five grandchildren. He was a painter and handyman by trade. She could often be found jamming out to classic rock and alternative music. She had her public debut playing piano at age 7 in Port Norris Baptist Church and was still playing piano at First Baptist Church of Salem 50 years later. She had things to do. Bill died on November 18, 2022 of a fairly rare, untreatable brain tumor at his Salem home surrounded by his closest loved ones. Through his hard work and rough hands he showed what service to the Lord looks like day in and day out. In addition to being a cook, housekeeper, gardener and chauffeur, Nancy was now a schoolteacher. While Chauncy was serving overseas, their first child, Janice, was born.After the war, Harriet and Chauncy went on to live an entrepreneurial life in Salem operating a mobile home park and farming. She is survived by her parents, Kaci (McMahon) Hall and Nathaniel McDaniels Jr., her older brother, Justin McDaniels, her grandparents; Carolyn McDaniels, Robert McMahon, and Maxine Rich, her aunts; Pam Thompson, Wanda Jeffries, Kim Bisignani, Larissa Cahill, Vicky McDowell, Meghann Holmes, and Renee McMahon, her uncles; Walter Thompson, Robert McMahon, Kevin Holmes, Ryan McMahon, and Chris McDowell, her cousins; Andrew Derrill Jr., Darnell Smith, Catherine Cambareri, Stephanie Bisignani, Gillian Cahill, Aiden Cahill, Paxton Holmes, Lucas Holmes, Zachary Holmes, Kennedy McMahon, Cooper McDowell, Logan McDowell, and Camden McMahon, and extended family.A celebration of Victorias life will be held for extended family on June 17, 2023. Salem Statesman Journal obituaries and death notices. They also entertained many friends and family who came to visit. Send a note, share a story or upload a photo. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family. OBITUARY E. Marlene Laird November 8, 1935 - April 24, 2023. Interment will follow. Salem Obituaries - Latest Obituaries in Salem, OR Search Salem Obituaries 4438 Obituaries Search Salem obituaries and condolences, hosted by Echovita.com. 72, 27-Apr, Howell Edwards Doerksen with Rigdon Ransom Funeral Directors. When the complications of advanced pancreatic cancerforced him to stop, he was devastated. In the U.S.A. He took thousands of pictures documenting his hobbies, family and friends. After they were married Leon told Carol that when he saw her for the first time that he turned to one of his high school buddies and said, Im going to marry that girl. Carol didnt know whether that was true or not but she loved the thought of it anyway. While in Oregon, he reconnected with many alumni from the Military Academy where he served as the president of the Oregon chapter of the Vietnamese National Military Academy alumni association, sometimes referred to as the West Point of Vietnam. Add a Memory . The first being baseball as Jay sat on his Dads lap watching a Minnesota Twins game.Bill is survived by his sister, Nancy Fink Moors, and her wife, Ann Garwood, who reside in Maui, Hawaii and by his wife, Dennett Taber, the love of his life. She was preceded in death by her parents, elder sister, Bertha, grandson Patrick, and husband Chauncy.A memorial service celebrating Harriets life is to be held at Valley View Chapel in McMinnville on April 15, 2023. Her parents moved west to Seattle with the rest of the Murray family soon after and she grew up there with her sister Dot, surrounded by loving extended family. 3 great Nephews, Noah Houser, Nathan Randall and Cooper Wisher and 1 great niece Gabrielle Wisher, many cousins and friends.There will be a mass in her memory in Salem OR at Queen of Peace Catholic Church on February 2nd at 8:30 in the morning which will be live streamed from their website or you can watch it later as it will be recorded. He served two tours of duty in Vietnam and then after 20 years, he retired from the military and went back to school to get his Bachelors degree and taught electronics at Monument High School in 29 Palms, CA.After retiring from teaching, he and his first wife Joan moved to Salem, OR. She volunteered at church, loved to golf, and dreamed of hiking and traveling with Bob during their retirement years. She enjoyed sharing her gifts as a pianist with people in assisted living homes. Remembering the lives of those we've lost. Ann Lynette Morgan of Salem made her way home to Jesus on February 14, 2023, after an abundant life.She was born to Randolph and Bertha (Sullivan) York on January 22, 1947, in Tampa, Florida. His enduring purpose in life was helping Judy in any way he could. CANDLE HAS BEEN LIT CANDLES HAVE BEEN LIT, We are reviewing your submission. The following year they married and of that marriage two children were born Lorri and Troy.Roy was a Master Mason for 65 years of lodge 50 in Salem Oregon. He is survived by his wife Kim Chi, son David (Rachael French) their children Emily and Zachary, his daughter Kim (Angelo Locsin) their children Amilio, Elias and Dante, his daughter Kathy (Kyle Shaw) their children, Ellie and Will, his daughter Carolyn (Roy Underwood) their children Sierra and McKenna. Copyright 2023 Echovita Inc. All rights reserved. 97302 Attn: J.G. She also excelled at tole painting later in life and she leaves a legacy of several handmade quilts and other craft gifts. Send Flowers. He always had an inquiring mind, was thirsty to learn new things, and a voracious reader.As Donna Raes health failed, Don would continue to care for the love of his life until her passing in 2013. 74, 26-Apr, Howell Edwards Doerksen with Rigdon Ransom Funeral Directors. Jack was born on July 28, 1935 in Zolfo Springs, Florida to James Carter Jr. and Tuella Louise Pat Cooper. Soon, Bob and Judy had their fourth son and a daughter. She was preceded in death by her parents, and her sister Dorothy. In Albany, Don spent a lot of time with his cousins and started attending Trinity Church of the Nazarene. She was loved and will be missed by many. Millie returned to Oregon after school ended and the two spent their engagement year in different states, planning a wedding. Shortly after Roy met the love of his life Millie Smith who would become his wife. This job took her from Bend to Salem and finally Boise ID, where she retired from Centurylink. Clara May Claire (Awkerman) Baldwin was born in Ardmore, Pennsylvania to Thomas Freeman Awkerman Sr and Mamie Emeline Bailey on August 30th, 1931. He sought higher education instead of working on his family farm. Copyright 2023 Echovita Inc. All rights reserved. They had 5 children Alvin, James, Margaret, Elaine, and Janet. They had a manufactured home built on her parents hill property and this is where they have lived ever since. It wasn`t long until he was offered a distributorship at the Bijou Center in Lake Tahoe and moved the family there. He married Wilma Christine Hammingh on June 30, 1961 in Artesia, California.John has various jobs in California including carpet installer and business owner. She was born April 26, 1943 in Salem, OR., the daughter ofAlvin. He taught himself how to write code and worked as an excellent computer programmer for over 25 years, but his true passion was always music. He was born Oct 10, 1952 in Elmira, NY to Irving and Margaret Hamberger. She took great joy in spoiling them and showing them the world. Jim was preceded in death by his parents and younger sister Cathy and a nephew Justin. For Hung, DIY was the only way - from sprinkler systems to painting his house to cutting firewood. Through good times and bad, they were a united force. Reyes Pea Martinez, 68, of Salem, Oregon, passed away on March 17, 2023, after complications from COVID-19 that affected a pre-existing heart condition. Reyes family meant more to him than anything else in the world. Upon retirement, he and Donna Rae would load up their trailer and travel from Alaska to Florida and around Canada and Mexico. Eugene Register Guard obituaries and death notices. He was blessed with one son-in-law Jorge Nolasco (Elisia) and two daughters-in-law Marylee Casarez (Fabian), and Laurie Shaw Casarez (Roberto) plus eight grandchildren: Mia Coria, Arianna Casarez, Olivia Casarez, Sophia Casarez, Marianna Martinez, Indica Stephenson, Xavier Nolasco, and Tobias Nolasco and two great-grandchildren David Coria and Anaya Coria. Having his grandkids around was one of his greatest joys and you also find him cheering them on at their school and sporting events. Angel. Ruth Ann Wechter, age 86, of Keizer, Oregon passed away on Thursday, April 27, 2023. Jay Inslee signed several bills Tuesday meant to prevent gun violence. The inMemorial donations may be made to the Glioblastoma Foundation PO Box 62066, Durham, NC 27715. Both Victor and Lois took jobs in teaching.She and Victor bought their first house in Salem in 1957 and started their family which included Jerry, Shirla, and Vicki. Let others know about your loved one's death. They were married December 24, 1948, when she was just 16 years old and moved to Montana soon after. ), sewing, crocheting, reading, baking, canning, spending time with her family and friends, and studying her Bible (she read the Bible cover to cover almost every year). She was named All American in 2006. She attended University of Oregon where she was a member of the Kappa Alpha Theta sorority, and later received her Masters in Speech Pathology from University of Washington. As evening arrived, shed rev up the storytelling or snacks or games, as if she didnt want the fun to end. Lynette is survived by her best friend, soulmate, and husband, Robert Morgan; son, Robert Morgan II (Julia); two daughters, Sabrina Rohan (Steve) and Candice Stoops (Ryan); ten grandchildren; and ten great-grandchildren.A funeral service is scheduled for 1:30 p.m. on March 18, 2023, at Relevant Life Church, East Campus. Lynette was the oldest of six children.Lynette met the love of her life, Robert Morgan, during a Charleston, SC, spring. By Salem Reporter . Roy always had a desire to farm his own land, buying land and harvesting cherries on three properties. We also want to acknowledge and thank all of those who provided prayers, support and health care during this time there are so many you know who you are and blessings to all. He later served as a Senior Executive with many different state agencies in Oregon, Minnesota and Louisiana. And He who sat upon the throne said `behold, I make all things new`. TO SUBMIT AN OBITUARY: Publishing an obituary on Salem Reporter. Nelson worked briefly in public accounting as a CPA before moving to California where he met and married Tamra Jean Hagen on January 28, 1967. Marilyn kept herself in shape with her daily walks and with water aerobics, in which she was an active participant for many years.Marilyn lived in her house on McGilchrist Street for 63 years, then moved to an assisted living facility last year. He was born to his parents, Lester and Millie Sweeden(Coffman), in Sapulpa, Oklahoma. . Linda loved to read, go to the movies, play games on the computer, play cards, collect dragons, and spend time with family. Died March 23, 2023 a natural death at Dalles RetirementVillage where he resided. She took a position as a medical assistant for a pediatrician, but her need to have hands-on approach with children led her to work at Kennedy and McKinley Jr Highs in Redwood City, California in their Rapid Learning Center as a technician. His wife of 55 years, Marilyn, and his daughter, Vicki,were by his side. Woodburn. Leon requested that no services be held. Together they had 5 children and moved many times in their 70 years of marriage. Our Salem funeral home In 1909, Terwilliger Funeral Home was established at 770 Chemeketa Street in Salem, Oregon. One of her favorite things to do was go to the Oregon coast with her friends.She is survived by a brother Joe (Renee) of Waverly IA, 2 sisters Teresa of Ridgeway IA, and Patty of Waterloo IA. Nelson E. Slagle, aka `Slag`, age 84, passed away Thursday, January 12, 2023, in Salem, Oregon.Nelson was born on January 8, 1939 in Findlay, Ohio to the late Gene and Emily (Weber) Slagle. Harriet and family are profoundly grateful for the caring community at Valley View. Barbara was predeceased by Lance L Hamberger Passed away April 20, 2023. She was holding Dicks hand when he died in 1999.Losing her husband was a deep sorrow for Nancy and a motivator to make her remaining years count. She and Russ had active lives together, traveling the world, enjoying the arts, and spending time at their coast house at Cascade Head. Marylyn is survived by her loving husband of 38 years, Ben; her four children, Mike (Lori), Deb (Darin), Jennifer (Pierce) and Suzanne (James); her brother, Tom; 13 grandchildren and two great grandchildren. There he studied music, composed, and played classical and jazz guitar. A Memorial service will be announced later. Ronald Dwayne Burge 1/1/1932 11/26/2022Ron Burge, with his wife and children by his side, died from congestive heart failure on November 26, 2022. She was alone with her children, no phone service or outside contact. She was delighted to welcome son-in-law Josh and daughter-in-law Holly into the family, and she traveled constantly to visit the five grandbabies that came along.As she was becoming a grandmother, Nancy was also saying goodbye to her own mother, who walked through dementia with help from all three daughters. Howell Edwards Doerksen with Rigdon Ransom. Comfort the family with flowers or a sympathy gift. After graduating High School and receiving his bachelor`s degree in civil engineering, Steve married Melva Joyce Lee March 11th, 1961. Ron was a thinker, as he would tell you from his work with Meyers Briggs. Patience, joy, love, kindness, and pure of heart describe him best. She was the person people sought for counsel and direction; she was a volunteer leader in Young Life and devoted many years to groups of young women and men in bible study and personal mentoring on how to walk with the Lord. Howell Edwards Doerksen with Rigdon Ransom Funeral Directors. And many nieces and nephews in Germany. Ruth Ann Wechter 01/08/1937 - 04/27/2023 Ruth Ann Wechter, age 86, of Keizer, Oregon passed away on Thursday, April 27, 2023. Lawrence D. (Larry) Delk was born January 17, 1935, in Seattle, Washington, to Ben and Helmi Delk. He was active in his church as a deacon, elder, Sunday school teacher and many other roles. A celebration of life for Delton will be held Sunday, April 23, 2023 at 3:00 PM at East Salem Seventh-Day Adventist Church, 5575 Fruitland Rd. As a final act of her giving nature, she gave a lasting gift to aid in the research of aging eye. He asked Mildred Mudgett to marry him the very next month. Remembering the lives of those we've lost. Friends and family gathered around Nancy to stitch together a seamless safety net, and she often rewarded them with thanks and beautiful smiles. One of her favorite memories of that 87, 24-Apr, Howell, Edwards, Doerksen with Rigdon-Ransom Funeral Directors. This required a certainstubbornness. She became an enthusiastic U.S. Master Swimmer in the U.S. Master Swimming program and had numerous recognitions, medals and plaques. Jim was married to Gorgene Gray (Riggs) and they had two daughters, Jacqueline Beal and Dorene Gillespie. She attended 14 different schools from Elementary to High School. Howell, Edwards, Doerksen with Rigdon-Ransom Funeral Directors has been in Salem for over a century. Often found working 10 hour long days to that end, she was passionate toward bettering the world around her in any way that she could muster.When not pondering the minds of the world, her greatest passion in recent years was in being a loving grandmother. Add a Memory. Stacey grew up in rural Oregon, and found herself branching out into the world by studying at Willamette University where she met her soon-to-be husband Luis. Thus began their 68 and one-half years of marriage.A year later they moved back to Denver, Colorado where they had 5 children, and remained for the next eleven years. Hung worked as an electrical engineer at Rockwell-Collins in Cedar Rapids. She was the devoted wife of the late Zygmund (Ziggy) Akatyszewski, Edward. Nelson is survived by his loving wife Tammy (Salem, Oregon), their two sons Jim (Columbus, Ohio) and Jerry (Salem, Oregon), sisters Bonnie Shaffstall (Jean) and Betty Huckaba (Bill), and brothers Jim (Heidi) and John (Gale). Years later he moved into Hidden Lake Retirement Center where he enjoyed puzzling, keeping up with college basketball games (go Ducks & Gonzaga! Read Obituary . He loved going to the Beach & North Fork, camping and sitting around the campfire with his family. A straight-A student through two masters degrees, Shirley had a knack for education, a passion for helping others, and a drive that pushed fully against the glass ceiling and other barriers to women during her time. Denise Ann (Hart) Telkamp. Recent Posts. Nothing brought Shirley more joy than sharing a cupcake with one of her many pets or willing friends.She is survived by her children, John Van Dreal, Stan Swank, Edward Van Dreal, and Debbie Winsett; her daughters-in-law, Coleen Van Dreal and Tricha Diehl; her nephew, Karl Krausman; two former husbands, George Van Dreal and Dick Swank; her seven grandchildren, Brittany, Amanda, Garritt, Natalie, Will, Evan, and Andrew; and five great-grandchildren.