Obituaries

Apr 21, 2026

Catherine Jane (Wright) Blair, born June 30, 1948, in Salem, Oregon, passed away peacefully, April 21, 2026 leaving behind a legacy of love, dedication, and quiet strength.

Cathy attended Brooks Elementary School and graduated from Gervais Union High School in 1966. She carried the values of kindness, hard work, and compassion throughout her life.

She devoted 28 total years of service as...

Apr 17, 2026

Douglas Carl Cox, age 72, of Salem, Oregon, passed away on April 17, 2026. He was born on July 29, 1953, in Salem, Oregon, where he spent his life and ultimately passed.

Douglas was born to Calvin and Doreen Cox. He married the love of his life, Connie, in Reno, Nevada, and together they built a life centered on family and...

Apr 9, 2026

Apr 8, 2026

Nina Renee Veysey, of Salem, Oregon, gained her angel wings on April 8, 2026, at the age of 48. She was born on October 1, 1977, in Sumter, South Carolina, to Susan and Mark L. Veysey.

Nina embraced motherhood early in life, raising her two handsome sons, Shawn and Devin Montgomery, who were her greatest joy. She spent over 20 years...

Apr 6, 2026

Apr 3, 2026

Mar 31, 2026

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother (GG), and great-great-grandmother Barbara Joann Kime on March 31, 2026, at the age of 93. She passed peacefully surrounded by her loved ones.

Born on February 24, 1933, in Gridley, Montana; Barbara was the daughter of Justus Robert Akers & Beatrice Pearl Akers. She married...

Mar 22, 2026

Shanda Sue Uttecht, 83, of Keizer Oregon died on March 22, 2026, after a long battle with respiratory disease.

Shanda was born on July 16, 1942, to Karlyne and Frank Fleer in Norfolk Nebraska. She grew up and attended Grade school and high school in Winside, Nebraska.

On June 20th, 1958, Shanda married Merle Uttecht at Trinity Lutheran Church in Winside...

Mar 18, 2026

Laura Jean Okorn

"Jamma"

Laura was a fourth generation Oregonian born in Salem, Oregon on August 19, 1948 to her parents Clifford Burkett and Velna Kethcart.

To know Laura was to know love. She loved deeply and was loved deeply by her friends and family. She embodied the fruit of the spirit as defined in Galatians 5:22-23, "But the fruit of the Spirit...

Mar 15, 2026

Harry Leon Abbas

June 23, 1957 - March 15, 2026



Harry Leon Abbas, known as Leon to family and friends, passed away at his home in Keizer, Oregon on Sunday, March 15, 2026, at the age of 68. He was born the middle child to Leon and Susan Abbas in Toledo, Oregon on June 23, 1957. He attended school in...

Mar 5, 2026

A Celebration of Life for Carolyn Helen Cheshire

Carolyn Helen (Bier) Cheshire, a lifelong light in the lives of those who knew her, went home to be with her Heavenly Father on March 5, 2026.

Born on July 12, 1947, Carolyn spent her years in Salem and Dallas, OR building a life defined by deep devotion and a nurturing heart.

For Carolyn, family...

Feb 20, 2026

11/15/1963 - 02/20/2026

A creative butterfly has been given a new path. Pamela Anne Rislove, born in Seattle to Irene and Howard hull. She is survived by her husband Kelly Knight, her sister Laura, her brothers Gifford and Tommy, her children Kimberly and Gordon, and her grandchildren Justice, Allison, and Irene. Pamela had nature in her heart that showed in her...

Feb 14, 2026

**In Loving Memory of

Donald Jack Slack** July 26, 1936 - February 14, 2026

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It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved husband and father, Donald Jack Slack, who left us peacefully, surrounded by his family on February 14, 2026. For 89½ years, Don brought laughter, honor, kindness, and warmth to all who had the privilege of...

Feb 13, 2026

Tammy Ruby Senner passed away unexpectedly on February 13, 2026, in Keizer, Oregon, at the age of 61.

Tammy was a devoted mother, sister, and friend who touched the lives of those around her with compassion and warmth. She cared deeply for her children and grandchildren, always placing family at the heart of her life. Her love extended far beyond words,...

Feb 9, 2026

It is with great sadness that our family announces the passing of our beloved brother Eldon.

Born on July 7, 1976 in Salem, Oregon to parents John Lee Gibson and Leta Marie (Wilson) Gibson.

He worked several jobs in Oregon as a welder in different manufacturing plants.

He loved camping, fishing, yard sales, and traveling with his family was his passion. Being with...

Feb 8, 2026

Barbara Ann Dunn Silver Milian was born on July 9th, 1939 to Roy and Catherine Dunn. Barbara passed away February 8th, 2026. She Lived in Philadelphia, PA until she was 11, then the family moved to Maple Shade, NJ. Barbara had such fond memories growing up with her cousins, sister, and brother. She had many aunts and uncles, who she...

Feb 7, 2026

Diana Lynn Gross

December 21, 1946 - February 7, 2026

Diana Lynn Gross, 79, passed away February 7, 2026, in Salem, Oregon. She was born December 21, 1946, in Bremerton, Washington, daughter of Helen and Marvin Shillington, one of four siblings. Diana graduated from High School in Sacramento, California, and later graduated from beauty school (that's what she would call it) in...

Feb 7, 2026

Raymond Elmer Hansen of Keizer was born in Hillsboro, Oregon on April 6, 1941 to Elmer and Erma Hansen. He passed away on February 7, 2026 of congestive heart failure.

He attended school in Tillamook and Brookings, Oregon. He graduated from Brookings High School in 1959 and Southern Oregon College in 1964. He earned his Master's degree at Oregon College of...

Feb 3, 2026

Bryce Noah Dragon Weimer passed away after a two week long battle after fighting the flu and pneumonia. He was born November 28th, 2011, in Salem, Oregon.

Bryce is survived by his mother Lana, his father Ryan, and his siblings, Keaton, Thatcher, Parker, Tyler, Ryleigh, and Brayden. Bryce now watches over all of us along with his siblings, Eston and Addi.

Bryce's...

Feb 2, 2026

Jeanette Scheidel was born on November 6, 1931 in Gibbon Nebraska to Harvey and Alma Scheidel, where she lived along with her younger brother Edward. In 1943 her family moved to Salem, Oregon where she would later attend Salem High School. It was at that time that she met Robert Wickman who would later become her husband. During the summer...