Obituaries

Jo Ann Yeager

Jo Ann Yeager

Jun 24, 2025

Jo Ann Yeager, a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on June 24, 2025, in Dallas, Oregon, at the age of 94. She was born on September 15, 1930, in Earl Park, Indiana, to Robert and Lorene Yeager. Jo Ann's spirit was as bright as the sun, and her smile had the power to light up any room...

Bethlhem Degfe

Bethlhem Degfe

Jun 22, 2025

In Loving Memory of Bethlhem Degfe

June 28, 1996 - June 22h, 2025



Bethlhem Degfe was born on June 28 1996, in the Qera neighborhood of Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, to her loving parents, Ms. Mulumebet Ashenafi and Mr. Degfe. From an early age, Bethlhem displayed a heart full of empathy and a bright, joyful spirit. She began her education at Kids...

Stanley Eugene Brown

Stanley Eugene Brown

Jun 22, 2025

Stanley Eugene Brown, 75, passed away on June 22, 2025, surrounded by family in Salem, OR. Stan was born January 3, 1950, in Miami, Oklahoma, to James Dale and Ruby Brown. The youngest of three, he rounded out the self-proclaimed "Three Musketeers" with his brother, Ron, and sister, Linda.

The family moved to Coburg, OR, when Stan was 8, where they...

Douglas John Carr

Douglas John Carr

Jun 21, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Douglas John Carr, a beloved husband, father, brother, and friend, who left this world on June 21, 2025, at the age of 76. Born on December 11, 1948, in Detroit, Michigan, Doug lived a life filled with love, kindness, and a commitment to helping others.

Doug was the cherished son...

Mary Kay Rezac

Mary Kay Rezac

Jun 15, 2025

Mary Rezac (Burkey) was born on April 17, 1947, to Stanley and Athea Burkey in Sioux Falls, SD. She was the third of six children. Mary's life was marked by an eagerness to help and serve others in many ways.

Mary's childhood was blessed with fun, and she blessed those around her with her sense of humor. She held fond memories...

John Robert Vasseur II

John Robert Vasseur II

Jun 8, 2025

The world lost an amazing Husband, Father, Brother, Uncle and Friend on June 8, 2025 when John Vasseur passed after his battle with cancer, surrounded by close family and friends.



John was born in Indiana, where his uncle Doug Evans (Cheryl) and cousins (Ryan, Ashley, and Morgan) still reside. In 1983, his family moved to Salem, OR, where he...

Tiffany Lorraine-Breunle Tombleson

Tiffany Lorraine-Breunle Tombleson

Jun 1, 2025

Romans 15:13 "May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in Him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit."

Tiffany Lorraine-Breunle Tombleson, born on May 20, 1975, in Bellflower, California, went to be with Jesus on June 1, 2025 from complications of pancreatic cancer.

Tiffany spent the first...

Alice Lou Gibbs

Alice Lou Gibbs

May 17, 2025

In Loving Memory of Alice Lou Gibbs

A Life Full of Love, Compassion, and Grace

With broken hearts, family announce the passing of a beautiful and caring soul, Alice Lou Gibbs, on May 17th, 2025. She passed peacefully in the comfort of her home, surrounded by the tender care of Hospice and the loving presence of her daughter Eugenia and...

Steven Earl Kosmoski

Steven Earl Kosmoski

May 15, 2025

STEVEN EARL KOSMOSKI

Born 6-28-1948 Died 5-15-2025

Steve is survived by his wife Deanna of over 50 years.

He is preceded in death by his father (AJ) Fritz, his birth father Walt, mother Helen, brothers Toye and Craig.

He leaves behind siblings Tim and Roxanne. Also, five children; daughters Jeannie, Melissa and Amy. And two sons John (Sonny) and Ronald. There are seven...

Rick Divel

Rick Divel

Apr 21, 2025

Our hearts are broken to share that our wonderful brother, Rick Divel, passed away on April 21, 2025. Rick was born to Richard and Donna Divel on October 9, 1968, in Salem Oregon.

He was passionate about the outdoors, constantly hunting, fishing and enjoying the great open spaces of Central Oregon. He will be sorely missed by his faithful dog...

Forrest Richard Hardt

Forrest Richard Hardt

Apr 18, 2025

Forrest Hardt passed away on April 18, 2025, at the age of 85, at his daughter's home, Keizer, Oregon. Forrest was born on May 22, 1939, in Ritzville, Washington.

Forrest grew up on the family farm near Batum, Washington. He graduated from Ritzville High School and later obtained an Associate Degree in Photography from Spokane Community College.

Forrest married Charlotte...

Patricia Annella Ebner

Patricia Annella Ebner

Apr 10, 2025

Patricia (Pat) was born to Fred and Doris (Schnack) Geschwill at their home in Mt. Angel, Oregon. In 1943, the family moved to a farm in Woodburn, raising various crops and specializing in hops. Pat learned the meaning of work at an early age. One of her favorite memories was driving a McCormick tractor pulling one of the first portable...

Jack Leslie Rhyne

Jack Leslie Rhyne

Apr 8, 2025

Jack Leslie Rhyne was born in Breckenridge Minnesota on March 4, 1949 to his loving parents, Elmer R. Rhyne and Grace M. Rhyne.

He grew up in Silverton, Oregon, where he graduated from Silverton High School in 1968 and was on the football and track team. He volunteered for the Silverton Fire Department before going on to enroll in Chemeketa Community...

Judith Maralyn Massee

Judith Maralyn Massee

Apr 6, 2025

Judith Maralyn (Mogster) Massee, 84, passed away on April 6, 2025. She was born on July 18, 1940 in Phoenix, Arizona to Roy Mogster and Ouida Mogster. Judy lived in Phoenix with her family, including her brother Mel Mogster until April of 1951, when the family moved to the Keizer area to be closer to their extended family.

Judy attended...