Obituaries

Nov 15, 2025

It is with great sorrow that we announce the passing of Edward Gray, who departed this life on November 15, 2025, at the age of 57. Edward was born on February 24, 1968, in Phoenix, Arizona, to Elmer Gray and Ollie Brown. He spent his formative years in a loving household, where family values and lifelong lessons shaped the compassionate...

Nov 14, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Jessica Marie Smith, a beloved daughter, sister, and mother, who departed this world on November 14, 2025, in Salem, Oregon. Born in Dallas, Oregon, on October 18, 1988, Jessica's bright spirit touched the lives of all who knew her.

Jessica was the cherished daughter of Tammy May and Guy Hesse....

Nov 14, 2025

Troy Dell Matthews, Sr. was born on January 6, 1964 in Eugene, Oregon to Oliver and Junia (West) Matthews. He passed away on November 14, 2025 in Salem, Oregon.

Troy attended Monroe High School in California and then went on to serve in the United States Air Force. He was part of the 43rd maintenance squadron and part of the 416th...

Nov 13, 2025

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Nicolasa Reyes Perez, a devoted mother, grandmother, cherished friend, and beloved member of our community, who left this world on November 13, 2025. Born on August 28, 1932, in San Pedro de la Sierra, Zacatecas, Mexico, Nicolasa lived a life steeped in love, resilience, and unwavering dedication to her...

Nov 9, 2025

Maria Aurora Cervantes, a beloved daughter, sister, and mother, passed away of natural causes on November 9, 2025, at the age of 35. Born on August 7, 1990, in Salem, Oregon, Maria was a shining light in the lives of all who knew her. She spent her life in the very community where she was born, leaving a lasting impact...

Nov 5, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Pamela Dale Howe, who left this world on November 5, 2025, at the age of 75. Born on August 8, 1950, in Sacramento, California, Pamela lived a life marked by love, strength, and resilience.

Pamela was the beloved daughter of Sue and Al McGowen. She forged a life full...

Nov 2, 2025

BARBARA ANNE KNIGHTON (née BALDWIN) was born July 23, 1928ii Duval, Saskatchewan, Canada. Her parents, John Henry Baldwin and Sarah Jane Baldwin (née Davies), immigrants from Wales, brought her to the USA in January of 1929, to Keizer, Oregon. A year later, they moved to Aumsville to farm for four years. Barbara entered first grade in Aumsville Elementary in 1934....

Nov 2, 2025

Mary Elizabeth Sparks, lovingly known as Liz, passed away on November 2, 2025. She was born on November 25, 1947, to Kenneth and Mary McDaniel.

Liz is survived by her children, Susan VanTuinen, Jamie Stradley, Robin Cook, and Toby Cook; and by her cherished grandchildren, Danielle Goodman, Nicholas Cook, Nathaniel VanTuinen, Jordan Griffin, Meg Stradley, Asher Cook, Noah Cook, and Wyatt...

Oct 29, 2025

Oct 22, 2025

Inis Pugh, a beloved mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on October 22, 2025, in Salem, Oregon, at the age of 92. Born on May 26, 1933, in Grinnell, Iowa, Inis was the cherished daughter of Henry and Bonnie Alice Marcum. Her journey through life was marked by love, laughter, and an enduring commitment to her...

Oct 21, 2025

Oct 19, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Crystal Barocio-Cervantes, a beloved mother, daughter, sister, and friend, who left this world on October 19, 2025, in her cherished hometown of Salem, Oregon. Crystal was born on October 12, 1991, in Salem, where she lived her life filled with love, creativity, and an unwavering commitment to her family...

Oct 11, 2025

Marjie Ellen Johnson was born July 13, 1938, in Eugene, Oregon. She passed away at the age of 87 in early October of 2025.

She was the daughter of Donald and Mary Strunk, of Sheridan, OR. Both preceded her in death. She had two sisters; Helen Johnson and Edwina Gray, who also preceded her in death.

Marjie is survived by her...

Oct 10, 2025

Our loving Momma, wife, and Grama Angie returned to her Father in Heaven on Friday, October 10, 2025, surrounded by her family.

She was born to Geraldine Toombs and Charles C. Farrell on January 30, 1956. Her siblings are Peggie (David) Arnold, Pamala (Dennis) Day, Patty Farrell, and Penny (Daryl) Rundberg.

Mom was our best friend from the day we were born...

Oct 6, 2025

Oct 5, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Mark C. Lindgren, who departed this world on October 5, 2025, at the age of 68, in Salem, Oregon. Born on September 10, 1957, in Aberdeen, South Dakota, Mark was a cherished son, devoted husband, loving father, and an inspiring figure to many.



Mark was the beloved son...

Oct 4, 2025

On October 4th, Darrel went to be with The Lord. He was born in Forest Grove, OR to parents Dwayne & Eleanor Holmes, resided in Salem and Keizer most of his life. He graduated from North Salem High School in 1958 and then attended Oregon College of Education. His first career was as a bricklayer (22 years) working on many...

Sep 30, 2025

Teena M.Lewetag (Hughes)

Teena was born in Glide, Oregon to Quinton & Sally Hughes along with her twin sister Deena. Teena moved with her sisters Deena and Cheryl to Oakridge, OR in the 1950's. Teena loved school and left Oakridge in late 1970's to study at LCC. She first started in computer programming but in 1974 she started her journey...

Sep 24, 2025

Robert "Bob" Gulick, Sr. was born on November 3, 1940, in Salem, Oregon, and passed away peacefully on September 24, 2025, in Salem.

Born to Estel and Rhoma Gulick, Bob grew up in Everett, Washington, and graduated from Everett High School. Shortly after high school, he enlisted in the United States Navy, where he served his country faithfully for over 25...

Sep 13, 2025