Obituaries

Dec 18, 2025

Please contact Restlawn Funeral Home if you knew Dave.  We are trying to locate his family.

Dec 16, 2025

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Gene William Austin on December 16, 2025, at the age of 82. Gene left this world peacefully in Dallas, Oregon, surrounded by the love of his family and friends. He was born on April 5, 1943, in Seattle, Washington, to Clare and Ellen Austin, who lovingly nurtured his adventurous...

Dec 13, 2025

Xander Ashton Colter passed away suddenly on Saturday, December 13, 2025 in Salem, Oregon.

Xander was born on August 1, 2003 in Fort Bragg, North Carolina to Scott Colter and Missy Brever. He was the middle child of three. Because his dad was in the Air Force, Xander lived in many places, including North Carolina, Alaska, Arkansas, Missouri, and Oregon. He...

Dec 10, 2025

Dec 2, 2025

Kenneth "Ken" Doughton

Salem, Oregon

March 8,1937 - December 2, 2025

No services will be held.

Contributions may be made to Union Gospel Mission or Salem Evangelical Church.

Nov 30, 2025

Nov 26, 2025

Carole Jeanne Flippo Miller, 88, died at her daughter's home in Silverton, Oregon on 26 Nov 2025. She was born 14 Oct 1937 in Carrollton, Arkansas to Coy J. Flippo and Sarah Adeline Finlay. She married her husband, Ralph G. Miller, in a double-marriage ceremony with his brother Ronald W. Miller and Irene Stanton in Winchester, ID on 21 Jun...

Nov 19, 2025

Emily Anne Pollock Bannister, beloved mother and grandmother, passed away peacefully on November 19, 2025 in Salem, Oregon.

Emily entered this world on July 12, 1948 in Salem, Massachusetts to Edmund & Emily (Gillis) Pollock. She grew up in West Covina, California most of her life and was Catholic.

Emily worked for the State of Oregon as an Auditor. When she...

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 10, 2025

Kathryn Lynn Duncan (Jandera), 62, passed away peacefully on November 10th, 2025 surrounded by family and close friends.

Kathy was born May 10th, 1963 to Dennis & Patricia Jandera. She grew up in Keizer and was a graduate of McNary High School as well as Chemeketa Community College.

On December 18th, 1982, she married Ralph Duncan and together they had two children,...

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 31, 2025

Leslie Sue Broeke of Salem, Oregon passed away on October 31st, 2025, in Salem at the age of 61.

She was born on October 2nd, 1964, in Atlanta, Georgia to William Lyle Sr. and Betty (Novak) Lyle. She was the third of six children.

Leslie loved to draw pencil drawings, she also loved to paint. The enjoyed camping with her...

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...