Obituaries - - City View Funeral Home & Cemetery (2024)

John Seymour Irvin was born on June 25,1931 in the small town of Woodland, Washington, the second child of four born to John Howard Irvin and Dorothy “Bunny” Seymour. As a child, this large family moved to a number of small towns in the Pacific Northwest states of Washington, Idaho, and Oregon, where John discovered his great passion for the outdoors. The family eventually settled in Corvallis, Oregon, where his father served as principal and football coach at Corvallis High School, until he died of heart failure when John was just 15 years old. His mother, also a public school educator, and siblings remained in Corvallis and John graduated from Corvallis High School in 1949. He continued on to the University of Oregon in nearby Eugene the following year.
As a U of O freshman, John ran track as an Oregon Duck under the coaching of Bill Bowerman. He earned his bachelor’s degree in Economics in 1954, and then enlisted in the U.S. army, where he was stationed in Okinawa, Japan during the Korean Conflict. John returned to the U of O after two years of service to study law, graduating in 1959. He practiced labor law for the state of Oregon throughout the span of his career, both with the Department of Justice and the Oregon State Employees Association (now SEIU). He retired as a Senior Assistant Attorney General for the State of Oregon in 1995.
John married his first wife, Audrey, in 1958, and together they had three daughters, Valerie, Heidi, and Renee, before their divorce in 1969. In 1970, John met his future wife and lifelong partner, Judy Davies, and her daughter Debbie. In 1971, the two were married in Portland, Oregon. John adopted Debbie that same year, and together John and Judy had two more daughters, Penny and Jennifer.
John, a self-described “avid jogger,” was a familiar sight running his meticulously measured loops in Bush Park, doing laps around the local track, and participating in fun runs throughout the Salem area. His passion for singing led him to join several choral groups, including the Festival Chorale, the Salem Community Choir, and the St. Paul’s Episcopal Church Choir. A highlight was performing with Festival Chorale at Carnegie Hall in New York City in 2002. Renowned for his dry humor and sharp wit, John had a talent for writing and performing satirical songs about politics and current events, accompanying himself on the ukulele at social gatherings. What didn’t find its way into his songs often became thoughtful letters to the editor, reflecting his unique insights.
Beyond his many hobbies, John cherished spending time with his daughters and grandchildren. He was a constant presence at their concerts, plays, sporting events, and family celebrations, always eager to share in the joy of their milestones.
John is survived by his loving wife Judy of 53 years, his six daughters: Valerie (Doug), Heidi (Scott), Renee (Jan), Debbie, Penny (Joe) and Jennifer (Dustin), ten grandchildren Sarah, Arika, Gavin, Owen, Aiden, Ben, Natalie, Anna, Alexander and Joey, one great grandchild Kai, and loyal pet companion, Millie. He is predeceased by his parents, brother Stan and sister Sally and survived by his younger sister, Victoria Lam.
The funeral service to honor John’s life will be held at the Woodland Chapel in Salem, Oregon on June 1st, 2024 at 2:00 P.M., followed by a celebration of life at Judy’s home. The family would like to extend a special thank you to the hospice workers at Traditions Hospice for their loving care, especially Chad, Nook, and volunteer Brent. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Southern Poverty Law Center.

Norma L. Hartman passed away on May 11, 2024 at the Battle Creek Memory Care near her South Salem home where she had lived for the past 40 years, she was 97.
Norma was born on October 19, 1926 in Decatur, Georgia. Her husband was a 20 year career Veteran in the US Navy. During her early years, Norma’s family moved around the country because of her husband’s naval assignments and she ended up in Salem Oregon after her Husband Russ retired from the Navy. She fell in love with Salem and got a job with the Oregon Lottery accounting department where she worked for 10 years before retiring. Norma’s smiling face and keen sense of humor will be missed by her family and friends. Norma had three daughters Sandra Anderson Oregon, Pam Behr Illinois, Patricia Hartman New Mexico and a son Randal Hartman Oregon. Norma was preceded in death by her husband Russ and her son Randal.

Jack E. McLean Jr. died May 2, 2024 after telling his family he was done with birthdays. He said this for the previous ten birthdays, but this time he meant it. Jack was born April 28, 1935 in San Diego, California to Mazell and Jack E. McLean Sr. He spent his younger years growing up on his maternal great uncle`s ranch, Paradise Chinchilla Ranch in Lakeside, California. There he tricked people to pick and eat raw olives from the olive grove, learned to care for chinchillas and assorted farm animals, and set an entire hillside on fire conducting a science experiment with magnesium near the ranch’s water reservoir.

At Grossmont High School, where he graduated in 1953, Jack was active in student council and speech and debate. Jack took classes at San Diego State University but ultimately joined the Army for two years in 1958.

Jack would tell stories to anyone who would listen, and this made him a great salesman, first working in his parents’ liquor store Cork & Bottle in La Puente and then various beer and wine distributors in the Willamette Valley after Jack decided to leave crowded Southern California for the promised land that is Oregon in 1972.

He shared his love of reading, learning, classical music, good food, and cursing with his three daughters and also enjoyed reading bedtime stories in different voices and helping them with homework. Jennifer learned to play craps and poker. Heather listened to operas with Dad as he narrated what was happening. Megan loved playing cribbage with Dad. He may not have had the patience to teach his daughters to drive, but he did teach them the essential driving knowledge of knowing the backroads and side streets.

Jack enjoyed cooking and spent weekends in the kitchen dirtying every pot and pan because he had able-bodied children to clean up after him. His family enjoyed his culinary efforts but still teased him decades later about the tuna burritos he made one evening.

He loved being grandpa and papa to Liam Sharp and Nathaniel and Abigale Looney.

Left to remember all his stories and clean up his crap (Dad’s words) are his wife of 59 years Gale, daughters Jennifer McLean, Heather McLean (David Sharp), and Megan Looney (Jim) and his younger sister Linda McGue.

Sherri G. Bridges-Overholser, went to be with the Lord on May 1st, 2024.

Born in Salem, Oregon as Sharon G. Keuscher, she was then raised in Portland, Oregon.

Sherri was known to most as an artist. To her faithful followers, she was known as Sherri: AKA Van Goat (artist). She was a member of the Sagebrushers Art Society in Bend, Oregon, where she displayed a wide range of talent from her floral, nature, barns, and Asian flare, to of course, her creative Van Goat, and Mona Lisa-style paintings.

Sherri loved writing, and gardening. She also loved taking care of up to 14 feral cats over the years, and volunteering at the local snip clinic while living in Prineville, with her late (2nd) husband, Kenneth Overholser.

Sherri is survived by her son, Cartee` Bales, daughters, Liesa West and Kristin Bridges, stepdaughters, Jill Opoka and Janine Wilson, as well as 4 grandsons, 3 granddaughters, and 2 great grandchildren. Also mentioning Jack Bridges, her ex husband, with whom she remained friends, shared a home, and painting interests both in and out of the gallery.

Sherri was a strong woman of faith, and she knew where she was going when her days here were finished. We are thankful for the precious time we had with her.

Carolyn Ann Smith, 82, of Salem, Oregon passed away at her residence surrounded by her family on April 30,2024. The daughter of Michael and Mary Bethoney, who preceded her in death, Carolyn grew up in Boston, MA.

Carolyn was married to her husband of 47 years Carlton. They resided in many towns in Pennsylvania, Waves, NC, and Lake Placid, FL. Carolyn moved to Salem, OR, following Carlton’s death in 2007. Carolyn worked at various businesses on the Outer Banks of North Carolina as a waitress and in retail, owned and operated the Outer Banks Camper Service in Waves, and retired from the Oregon Inlet Fishing Center in 2003.

Carolyn spent her years in retirement volunteering, traveling to visit family, and spending time with her grandchildren. Carolyn had many friends that she spent time with playing Bunco, Bingo, and going out with friends to celebrate birthdays.

She is survived by her daughter Caroline (Nick) Harlow of Jacksonville, FL, sons Doug (Theresa) Smith of Stayton, OR, and Nathan (Heather) Smith of Salem, OR; 11 grandchildren Yuki, Airi, Danny, Brian, Dustin, Noah, Hirotaka, Youske, Seiji, Tiffany and Callie; 3 great grandchildren Jasmine, Valerie, and Vera; siblings Dolores Kruzona, Kenneth Bethoney, Daniel Bethoney, and Christine Whitten and many nieces and nephews. Her son Matthew Smith of Okinawa, Japan, sister Francis Bethoney and brothers Larry Bethoney and Christopher Bethoney preceded her in death.

The family would like to thank Serenity Hospice, especially nurses Molly, Adrenne, Ashley and Bobbi for their support and care of Carolyn. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made in her honor to the American Cancer Society or a charity of your choosing.

Mark Steven Sewell, 27, of Dallas, Oregon, passed away on April 18, 2024, in Salem, Oregon in a tragic motorcycle accident.

A much-loved son, Mark was born November 20, 1996, in Pendleton, OR, to Melissa Smith and Steve Sewell (wife, Karen). He was a loving brother to Michael, Daniel (fiancé, Jalyn), and Samantha (husband, Josten). He was a wonderful uncle to Vaeda.

Often referred to by others as “Marky Mark”, he was full of love, kindness, and a whole lot of fun. He was an avid drummer (beginning in the womb) busting through many bowls, buckets, and pans with his most amazing music. This was his passion throughout his life. His love for food was a close second. Oreos, Snickers, Pop Tarts, chips, his grandma’s famous goulash, cereal, and anything that had ice cream in it were treasures you might find in his snack drawer, car, or backpack. A mealtime was his best time.

Mark found ways to liven up any event with his fun, energetic smile, laugh, and funny sayings, but his famous “peace and love” were among fan favorites. His giggle, facial expressions, and love for life would brighten up any cloudy day. During his childhood, Mark would play outside, ride his bike, and steal the hearts of neighbors. In his teenage and early adult years, he was a great customer service agent at every job post. Mark left a lasting impact on all he met.

Mark was preceded in death by his grandfathers, Mark Smith, and Gene Sewell. He leaves behind a loving family: his parents, siblings, his maternal grandmother, Judy Smith, paternal grandmother, Ramona (husband Dan) Hardy-Hedlund; and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, and many special friends who will miss him dearly.

A service to celebrate Mark’s life will be held on Saturday, April 27, 2024, at 11 am at the City View Funeral Home, located at 390 Hoyt Street S., Salem, Oregon. Following the service will be a reception to meet family, friends, and recall how wonderful Mark impacted our lives. A livestream will be available for those unable to attend in person.

The family has made arrangements with Valor Mentoring for those wishing to make a donation towards mentorship to those in need through one-on-one relationships, music, media, the arts, and community outreach projects. Mark’s 12+ piece drum set will be donated to Valor Mentoring. Please visit www.valormentoring.com or call 503-383-9826 for more information.

Mark’s legacy of kindness, fun-loving character, and genuine joy will live on in the hearts of those who knew him. He will be deeply missed but never forgotten.

Blessings-

Shirley Aandewiel Passed away at home in Salem, Oregon on April 18, 2024 into the loving arms of her Lord and Savior at age 88. Shirley is lovingly remembered by her husband of 64 years, Arie Aandewiel, children David Aandewiel, Carolyn Aandewiel, Loriann (Aandewiel) Hebert, son-in-law Mark Hebert, granddaughters Maria Hebert and Annabelle Hebert; sister Kathy Vos; nieces, nephews, and other relatives. Preceded in death by her parents, John and Sietske (Streekstra) Postma, and brother John Postma. Shirley was born in Ternaard, Friesland, Netherlands January 8, 1936. In 1947 she immigrated with her family from the Netherlands to Ontario, Canada. She married her husband Arie Aandewiel on August 15, 1959 in Trenton, Ontario and they immigrated to the USA in July 1965 and lived in Ontario, California. In November 1993 they moved to Salem, Oregon. Shirley attended Sunnyslope Christian Reformed Church in Salem, Oregon. Shirley was a homemaker and she enjoyed singing, flowers, gardening, reading, camping, and above all spending time with her husband, children, granddaughters, and extended family.

A memorial service will be held on May 18, 2024 at 11:00 AM at Sunnyslope Christian Reformed Church, Salem, Oregon. A graveside service for the family will be held at City View Cemetery, Salem, Oregon on April 26, 2024.

Gerald G. Chadburn (1931-2024)

The rewarding life of Gerald Gordon Chadburn came to a mercifully quiet end in Eugene on April 15, 2024, just a few days before his 93rd birthday. He was born May 2, 1931 in Malad, Ida., the pride of Samuel and Mildred Chadburn, and graduated from Benson Polytechnic High School in Portland, Ore., in 1949. Gerald satisfied many goals he had for his life, including living longer than his father.

Among his many accomplishments were the successful lives of his four children, Jeanine Hellyer (Steven) of Eugene, Michael (Robin) of Woodburn, Daniel (Tom Nichols) of Fort Lauderdale, Fla., and Jennifer Plotner (Gary) of Nipomo, Calif.

In addition to his parents, Gerald was predeceased by wife Margaret Keuscher with whom he spent 66 years together until her passing in 2019, and brothers Samuel and Richard. He is also survived by grandchildren Sydney Saks (Avery) and Sarah Barrett (Kyle) and great grandchildren Arya Saks and Benjamin Barrett. When worshipping at Central Lutheran Church in Eugene, Pastor Laurie Jones regaled the congregation that there were four generations of Chadburns in attendance.

Gerald began a life of service in the United States Army during the Korean War in the Signal Corps. He served as a switchboard operator for 16 months in Daegu until after the Armistice and returned to home to be discharged in July, 1954. He was studying history at Oregon State until being drafted and later at Portland State before deciding his calling was the teaching field. He transferred to the University of Oregon, graduating with a degree in history in 1956. While working, he pursued the Master of Education curriculum, earning his diploma in Secondary Education in 1963.

His teaching career began in the Douglas County School District, instructing Algebra and other mathematics to students in the ninth and twelfth grades for seven years at Myrtle Creek High School and at Judson Junior High School in Salem for one academic calendar. Gerald then embarked on another career of public service in the state of Oregon’s welfare department as a caseworker and mental health case manager for nearly 30 years in Josephine and Marion counties. He often worked a second job to provide extra amenities for his kids, including replacing a stolen bicycle and maintaining an always tuned piano.

Gerald started his retirement in 1993 and he and Margaret kept busy with traveling, walking and a plethora of other activities. They were prevalent in Christ Lutheran Church in Salem, serving in all board positions throughout the years and volunteering for a variety of projects. Gerald and Margaret lived in the same Salem home for 45 years before moving to Eugene in 2013 to be closer to family members. Gerald joined his golf group regularly and enjoyed many gardening projects as well, the love for which he passed on within the family. Even though being an Oregon graduate, Gerald and Margaret were Oregon State football ticket holders and cheered vociferously for the Beavers.

After a private burial, Gerald will be remembered in a Celebration of Life at Christ the Good Shepherd Lutheran Church in Salem, 4440 State Street, on Monday, May 13, 2024 at 11:00 a.m. Remembrances to Christ the Good Shepherd or your favorite charity.

David Joel Luna, aged 22, of Salem, Oregon, passed away on April 11, 2024, in Salem. Born on September 18, 2001, in Salem, he was a beloved son, brother, grandson, nephew and partner. David was a loving and charismatic young man who could light up a room with his energy and electric smile. He had a knack for making others feel loved and cherished, often lifting their spirits with his hugs and infectious positivity.

He had a passion for cars, karaoke, and dancing, which brought him joy and allowed him to express himself freely.

David is survived by his mother, Valerie Luna; sisters Isabella Marie, Destiny Monique, and Sara Delia; brother Daniel Jacob; Grandmother Maria Elena; girlfriend Rebeca Angelina; devoted aunts, uncles, cousins, and a host of friends. He was preceded in death by his grandfather Richard Luna Sr., great grandfather Jesus Garza, and great grandmother Angela Garcia.

A service to honor and remember David will be held at City View Funeral Home, 390 Hoyt St. S, Salem, OR 97302, on April 19th, 2024. The viewing will take place from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm, followed by the service from 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm.

David will be dearly missed by all who knew him, but his memory will forever live on in the hearts of those he touched. May he rest in peace.

Joyce Hoynacki
July 20th, 1942 – April 4th,2024

Joyce Hoynacki, 81, passed away on April 4th in the presence of family and friends. She is survived by her sons Chad Hoynacki and Jon Hoynacki, daughter in law Robin and son in law John Pierce, brother Lee Hinkle, nephew Lee Jr., nieces Terry, Mary, Cecili, Winnie and granddaughters Lane and Maria.

Born Frances Joyce Hinkle in Escondido California to Beulah and Clarence Hinkle on July 20th, 1942. She attended James Monroe High in Sepulveda California and attended both Pierce College and Chapman Collage. In 1968 she met Dan Hoynacki and the two were married on June 7th, 1969 and resided in North Hollywood CA.

Prior to marriage, Joyce worked for Aetna Insurance helping provide coverage for the original LA RAMS NFL team. Joyce worked diligently as a domestic engineer raising her two sons and volunteering for numerous organizations to help children’s education, poverty and homelessness. In later years she traveled globally with Dan helping to promote his environmental education initiatives.

Donations in her name can be made to the Oregon Cultural Trust or World Wildlife Fund.

Ronald (Ron) Edward Hunt of Salem, Oregon went to be with the Lord on April 2nd, 2024. He lived life to the fullest and died peacefully at Capital Manor in West Salem from heart related issues. Ron was born on May 22nd, 1933, in Portland, Oregon to William and Lucille (Bowman) Hunt.

Ron had a life-long love of sports, especially baseball. As a baseball pitcher, he achieved all-city and all-state status at Washington High School in Portland, Oregon. Ron was scouted by the Chicago Cubs and played pro ball in their Pacific Coast League (PCL). Years later, he also enjoyed volunteering as a pitching coach at Salem Academy High School.

During his years at Portland State University (PSU), he interned with the Oregonian as a sportswriter, covering sporting events and writing a weekly sports column. Ron served in the U.S. Navy Air Force on the flight deck of the USS Kearsarge aircraft carrier in the Pacific during the Korean War. Upon returning to Portland after his military service, he completed a Bachelor of Science, focusing on history and journalism at PSU.

Ron and Colleen (Doerfler) were married on June 24th, 1972, at Maranatha Church in Portland. Though raised as an atheist, he became a Christian in his early 30’s after someone from Campus Crusade referenced Matthew 18:3, “If you don`t change and become like a child, you will never get into the kingdom of heaven.” After hearing these words, the Holy Spirit did a work in his heart, and he immediately gave his life to Jesus. From then on, his faith was an important part of his life.
He began working in the hearing aid field in 1958. As an entrepreneur, he opened offices in Portland, Eugene, Salem, Silverton, along with branch offices in several other Oregon locations. He developed lasting friendships with many he encountered and took joy in helping people. He retired just before he turned 85, and often said that working kept him young.

He and Colleen moved to Capital Manor in 2022. In his short time there, he made many friends and enjoyed pinochle, bridge, memoirs writing class, and hand-writing birthday cards with Bible verses for other residents.
Ron was preceded in death by his older sister, Eleanor (Hunt) Park. He is survived by, Colleen, his loving wife of nearly 52 years; daughters, Melissa Hunt and Julie Hunt, both residing in California, and Liz (and Brent) Hoffman, serving as missionaries with TEAM in Czech Republic. Also dear to him were relatives: Jackie and Dick Lefor, Doug and Vicki Doerfler, Mike and Bridget Lefor, Tom Lefor, Amy and Scott Rapp, Chris and Maggie Lefor, Jean-Marc Lefor, Steve and Christina Doerfler, and great nieces and nephews.

The family would like to thank the nursing, caregiving, and support staff of Capital Manor and Gentiva Hospice for their loving care of Ron. He will be remembered for his love for Colleen, his generosity, optimism, strong work ethic, sense of humor, love of good food and music, and frequent movie recommendations.
A viewing will be held at City View Funeral Home in Salem on Sunday, April 14th from 5:30-7pm. A Celebration of Life will be held on Monday, April 15th at 10am, in the Capital Manor Auditorium in West Salem. Ron will be interred at Willamette National Cemetery on Tuesday, April 16th at 10am.

Following a two-year, hard-fought battle with cancer, Donald Randall Leavitt, 66, started a new journey in the presence of his Savior on March 26, 2024, while surrounded by his family. Until the very end, he lived out the words of 2 Timothy 4:7 – “I have fought the good fight, I have finished the course, I have kept the faith.”

Don was born July 6, 1957, in Tacoma, WA, to Don and Donna Rae Leavitt and was the youngest of 4 children. The family moved to Oregon where Don graduated from Molalla High School in 1975. He earned his B.A. in Business from Biola University in 1980, and an M.B.A. from Portland State in 1984. He spent 18 years as a Manager with Beneficial Finance before joining the faculty at Corban University in 2000. In 2017 he earned his D.B.A. from Northwestern. While at Corban he taught Economics, Personal Finance, Business Law, and Management in Leadership – retiring in December 2023. He took Corban students to Indonesia for Educational Business Tours to visit the Chamber of Commerce/Stock Markets, volunteered to host incoming Corban freshmen, and organized a meet and greet for the freshman seminar before school began. Though moving into education meant a cut financially, Don believed God had called him, and he would honor the legacy of his pastor dad by ministering over 23 years to college students.

While at Biola Don met Joanne Lackey. It would take 3 years for Don to finally say “I love you” and ask her to marry him – and lucky for him she said yes. They married and built a life together in Salem, OR, with their 3 children: Don, Michael, and Tina. Don had an adventurous spirit and enjoyed vacations with family, attended Motocross events, and was not afraid to try something new. Don taught Sunday school at Salem Alliance and helped with the Youth Wake BBQ, a wrap-up gathering for middle school youth from 5 different churches after doing service projects. He also found great joy in the little things: babysitting his grandkids, singing to Chicago or Keith Green, watching a good movie or Formula One, drinking Mt. Dew, driving to Stayton for Big Town Hero, and especially loved a properly manicured lawn.

He was a huge sports fan – especially any Corban team. In his younger days, he played basketball regularly with his family, making sure to keep score of who was winning each new “season.” Once knee surgeries and an aging body took him off the court, it didn’t take long before he found the next outlet for his competitive spirit - the golf course. Although his passion for competing did not always mean being successful, that didn’t stop him from teasing opponents and finding joy while playing.

Don was a big personality, quick to tease, and brought laughter and levity to any event – even if not completely appropriate! He could make friends wherever he went, and his absence will be deeply felt by all who knew and loved him.
Don is preceded in death by his parents Don (2022) and Donna Rae (2013). He is survived by siblings: Dawn Marlene (Carl) Pleasants (Charlotte, NC), Marcia (Neal) Jones (Salem, OR), and Michele (Doug) Smith (Port Ludlow, WA) as well as 5 grandchildren: Chloe, Elizabeth, Henry, Madison, and Abigail, as well as his grand-dog, Mila. He was a loving husband, father, and grandfather whose legacy will continue. A celebration of life will take place Saturday, April 6, from 2 pm-4 pm at First Baptist Church (395 Marion St. NE, Salem, OR 97301). You may place any donations made in his memory to Salem Academy Christian School at SalemAcademy.org/Giving or mail to 942 Lancaster Dr. NE, Salem, OR, 97301. He will be interred at City View Cemetery in Salem, OR.

Douglas Alan Perret, born to George Henry Perret and Betty Jean Blackburn Perret, passed away on March 21 2024. Doug is survived by his beloved daughter, Maggie Tilton, his son, George Perret and grandson, Andy Delameter. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Linda, in 1991.
He is also survived by his sisters, Janet Jacobson, Diane Relaford, Linda Robertson, and Joni Schaber in addition to many nieces, nephews and cousins.
Doug served in the Coast Guard out of high school then continued his public service working for the Social Security Administration until his retirement.
Doug was passionately involved with Little League Umpires. What started as a parent volunteering to umpire a game so the kids could play turned into an umpire career spanning 4 decades. He was known for his consistent and fair calls and earned numerous accolades and awards including being selected to umpire the Little League World Series. For most of his career, what he was most passionate about was being an instructor helping to shape the way umpires are taught and trained. Doug`s passion for teaching extended beyond umpires, he was a certified hunters safety course instructor and was a highly sought out coach of boys and girls` basketball. He was a hard-working volunteer and dedicated a lot of time to building and maintaining the ballparks in the area, so the kids had a place to play ball.
Doug was a talented woodworker and carpenter. He created many treasures and built everything from furniture to fences for his family and friends. Hunting was an annual event to spend with his son and memories of times with his father.
Doug`s impact on the lives of those he coached, mentored, and befriended will be remembered fondly. His dedication, and love for the game of baseball and his community will continue to inspire generations to come.
Doug will be dearly missed by his family, friends, and all who had the privilege of knowing him. May he rest in peace, forever remembered.
A memorial fund has been set up in his name for umpire training at Oregon District 7 Little League, P.O. Box 17661 Salem, OR 97305.

Services will be held on Friday, April 12th at 1:00PM at City View Funeral Home.
Sunday, April 14 at 1:00PM there will be a Celebration of Life at Holland Youth Park, 390 Cordon Rd NE, Salem, Oregon 97317.

We are broken hearted to announce the passing of John Richard (Dick) Hadley, a cherished husband, father, brother and grandfather. He was born and raised in Newberg, Oregon and God called him home on March 19, 2024 at the age of 80. John was preceded in death by his parents, Adolphus and Dorothy Hadley and his brothers, Donald and Harry (Bud) Hadley.

John received his education from Oregon State University. Following his education, he proudly served in the Army National Guard. He later began a career as a land surveyor, where his knowledge and dedication earned him admiration and respect in his over 30-year tenure. He loved being outdoors gardening and fishing and found joy in woodcarving and building things.

John was blessed with a loving family. He leaves behind cherished memories with his wife Marilyn, whom he shared 35 years of companionship and love. John’s legacy is carried on by his sons Scott and Joshua Hadley (wife Amber) from his previous marriage to Nancy Hadley; Jim and Sylvia Johnson, Lori Norton, Ryan and Cheri Bond, 7 grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren. He was kind and generous with a great sense of humor and always eager to help anyone with anything.

John`s memory will forever be treasured by his surviving sisters Sandy Sumner and Linda and Ken Anderson, along with many relatives and friends whose lives he touched with his kindness and warmth.

A celebration of John`s life will be held at Court Street Christian Church on April 4th at 1:00 p.m, where he will be honored and remembered. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in his name to Court Street Christian Church, reflecting his lifelong commitment to faith and community.

As we say goodbye to John, we find solace in the memories he leaves behind and the love that continues to surround us. His legacy of integrity, kindness, and dedication will forever inspire those who were fortunate enough to have known him. May he rest in eternal peace, knowing that he was deeply loved and will be dearly missed.

Michel Gene Starck, 79, passed away on March 15th, 2024 .

Mike was born on January 19, 1945 in Salem, Oregon to Ted and Audrey Starck.

Mike graduated from North Salem High School in 1963. After high school, he joined the National Guard and spent six years as a reserve. He received his Associates Degree from Chemeketa Community College. Mike was a skilled mechanic and operated his own service station, Evergreen Texaco on Market Street in Salem, in the late 1960s and early 1970s. He later transitioned to working for the Quest Communications where he retired in 2006

Mike had a passion for restoring old vehicles. When he wasn’t tinkering in his garage, you would find him and his wife Nancy showing his pride and joy, 1966 Ford Pickup, his 1969 Jeep or Nancy’s 1970 Bug at local car shows. Mike was an avid outdoorsman and enjoyed hunting, fishing, camping, and riding quads on the dunes.

Mike leaves behind his wife of 39 years, Nancy Bowles Starck, his sons Justin (Brandi) and Jeremy (Eryn) and five grandchildren: Gwendolyn, Logan, Grant, Grayson, and Dylan. Mike is also survived by his four siblings: Nancy Sargent, Paul (Bobbi) Starck, Penny Cline and Becky (Shane) Keene.

No funeral or memorial service is immediately planned. The family will notify loved ones of a gathering at a later date.

Obituary for Charles Burnette Briggs

Our beloved husband, father, brother and friend, Chuck Briggs, went to be with his Lord and Savior on March 15, 2024, following a brief illness.

Chuck was born in Owosso, Michigan on June 26, 1946, to Harley & Helen Briggs, the second of six children in the Briggs family. Chuck`s competitive spirit early on landed him in a pot of scalding water (literally) when he was two years old, as he sought to win a sword fight with his older brother. He was rushed to the Owosso hospital with little to no chance of survival, but as his church family interceded for him in prayer, God completely healed that little boy, and he had no signs of burns anywhere on his body.

He loved the game of baseball from a young age. His Dad had played American Legion ball, so made sure all of his kids became proficient at the game! And Chuck was a mighty fine player! He was also an excellent student all the way through his years of schooling.

In 1953, when Chuck was 7 years old, the family moved west to Clarkston, Washington, then to Eugene and on to Corvallis, Oregon. Chuck asked and was granted permission to complete his last two years of High School at a church-sponsored private school in Bartlesville, Oklahoma. He attended college at what is now Bartlesville Wesleyan University, Biola University, and in 1991 he received his Bachelor of Arts Degree from George Fox University in Human Resources Management.

Chuck`s entrepreneurial spirit was evident early on in his childhood as was his knack for running a small business. He asked for and received a child`s desk for Christmas when he was five years old, and it always had a special place in his bedroom and his life. He was a natural salesman, charming ladies into buying magazines, Fuller Brush products and other items from him when he was still quite young. Chuck was also always known for his generosity, caring deeply for the needs of others and meeting those needs whenever he could.

Chuck married his first wife, Susan, in 1975 and during their early years together, Chuck built their first home. Chuck & Susan were blessed with two of Chuck`s greatest treasures, his sons Ryan and Daniel. Though he was busy providing for his young family, Chuck always made time for fun with his boys, and as they grew up, involved them as much as possible in his business pursuits.

After Chuck`s marriage to Susan ended in divorce, he spent a few years alone before meeting the love of his life, Janice Otis. They were married in 1999 and together built the beautiful home and life they enjoyed together for nearly 25 years.

Chuck is survived by his loving wife Janice, his sons Ryan and Daniel, his stepchildren, Sandra and Scott, his brother Bob and sisters Marilyn (Darrell), Suzy (Rusty), and Martha (Tim), many nieces and nephews and a whole host of friends who were `family` to him.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Harley and Helen Briggs and by his older brother, George Briggs.

A Celebration of Chuck`s Life will be held Saturday, May 18, 10:00 AM at his home church, where he served many years as a children`s Sunday school teacher and later as a faithful parking attendant: Salem Alliance Church, 555 Gaines Street NE, Salem, OR.

I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith.”
2 Timothy 4:7

Robert C. Wilson was born in Airlie, Oregon, to Silas Clyde and Caroline Wilson, the youngest of nine children. His early years were spent on the family home place, but like many families during WWII, their home was claimed by the government and incorporated into Camp Adair. Bob survived many adversities in his youth, including losing his mother at the age of 9, being forced to move from their family farm at 13, and changing schools several times before graduating from Independence High School in 1948.

After graduation, Bob worked and attended Oregon College of Education while playing for their baseball team. In 1951, he was drafted by the Army, where he was an instructor for Division Faculty before serving in Japan. He was honorably discharged in 1953 and then served 8 more years in the reserve. After returning stateside, Bob continued pursuing his degree and worked many different jobs to put himself through school. He had lots of adventures along the way, including playing baseball for a semi-pro team of local players.

Bob graduated from Linfield College in 1958 with a degree in Business Administration and moved to Roseburg that fall to begin working for Douglas County Welfare as a caseworker. In September of 1960, he entered the graduate school of Social Work at the University of Utah and earned his Master`s Degree in 1962. He was a caseworker and administrator for Lincoln County Child Welfare until 1964, where he then became a Family Counselor for Yamhill County Mental Health. In September of 1967, he was named the Director of Mental Health for Tillamook County, serving until 1988. He finished his 37-year career in the Mental Health field as an Alcohol and Drug Counselor for Linn County and retired in 1994.

Bob was committed to his work, but family was his first priority. He married the girl next door, Virdie Ward, in August of 1955, and had four children: Stanley (1957-66), Bryan (1959), Randall (1963), and Maureen (1970). He enjoyed and cherished his time with his children and always stayed busy with hobbies and projects: sports, fishing, hunting, harvesting hay, raising beef cattle, and taking care of rentals! Added blessings to the family included his son-in-law, Hossein, and four granddaughters who enriched his life: Sara-Jo, Milan, Aurelia, and Kiana. Over the last 30 years of “retirement”, he continued to care for both his friends and family, renovate houses, and tend to his orchard and yard projects. He was the hardest worker with the kindest heart.

Bob passed away at his home, where he had received loving care from his family. He is survived by his wife, Virdie, of 68 years, and his children and grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, siblings, and their spouses; he is survived by many nieces and nephews.

There will be a funeral service on Saturday, March 30, 12:00 pm, at City View Cemetery’s Chapel, 390 Hoyt Street in Salem, OR. A gathering at the family home in Monmouth will follow.

Jerald “Joe” Dwain Willems, 79 years old, of Salem, Oregon passed away on March 6, 2024 after fighting three years with liver disease. Joe was born on June 24, 1944 to Waldo and Grace Willems in Salem, Oregon.
Joe is survived by his wife, Judy and sons Timothy, Scott, and Steven. The surviving siblings are Ron Willems, Barbara Janzen, and Evy Kristensen.
A memorial service will be held at Kingwood Bible Church, 1125 Elm St. NW, Salem, Oregon 97304, on Saturday, March 16, 2024 at 11 am with Pastor Nathan Ensz officiating.
II Timothy 2:15, “Do your best to present yourself to God as one approved, a workman who does not need to be ashamed and who correctly handles the word of truth”.

Bobby Lee Garr, age 90, of Renton Washington died peacefully at home on March 4, 2024.

He was born on September 13th 1933 to Nora and Robert Garr in Norwalk, California.

After Graduating from Newport High School as a Varsity Basketball Star He served as a Sergeant in the US Army during the Korean Conflict.

He was married to Mary Helen for 67 years having two children.

Bobby retired from The Boeing Company after 36 years enjoying a very successful career. He was one of “The Incredibles” who launched the 747 program.

He was an avid outdoorsman enjoying Camping, Fishing and Hunting. In particular He and Mary relished being “snowbirds” for many years.

He is survived by his wife Mary, son Steve (Shelley), daughter Cindi (Ben), Three grandchildren; Stacey (Matthew) Melissa (Christopher) Jessica (Stoo) and three great grandchildren; Savannah, Eloise and Vivian.

He was preceded in death by his parents and only brother Ben.

A celebration of life will be held at a later date with both family and friends.

Interment will be at City View Cemetery in Salem, Oregon.

David Douglas DeMarre Sr. went on to his next adventure on March 2, 2024 in Salem, Oregon. He died at home surrounded by his family, loved ones and faithful dog Jazzy by his side. He was 57 years old.

He is survived by his children Amanda Moyer-DeMarre, Daniel DeMarre and Kyle DeMarre, along with 8 grandchildren, mother Linda and sisters Darci and Wendy.
He was preceded in death by 2 sons David DeMarre II and Austin DeMarre and his father Milton.

David was born October 12, 1966 in Portland, Oregon where he attended Franklin and Marshall high schools, Class of `84.
After high school, David married his high school sweetheart, Jamie Pouppirt and enlisted in the National Guard.

David would want to be remembered as loving to spend time with his family, riding dirt bikes, coaching his sons baseball and football teams, adventures on his Harley and in his Jeep, and as a member of the CVMA Salem Chapter.

Dave was always one to lend a hand or an ear and our lives have been truly blessed because of it. He will be missed immensely.

Ride High, Dave!

Michael Allen Weiner passed away suddenly at his home on February 23rd 2024. He was 47 years old. Michael was born on April 4, 1976 in Tarzana, California. He moved to Salem in 1987 and graduated from South Salem High School in 1994.

He had a very successful career as a licensed electrician and started his own company, First Choice Electric, in 2005, serving the Salem area for many years. Michael loved riding dirt bikes. He loved gardening at his lovely home while trying to make his yard look like his Mother`s yard. He loved his boat, especially when he was in it with his Son, Matthew, on a lake. He had many friends, and was extraordinarily generous, always ready to help a friend or family member in any way he could. Michael had a beautiful smile, that made those around him smile too. He had a sweet nature and loved his family above all else, especially his Son Matthew, his Brother Chris, his Mom Linda, and his Yellow Lab Chase.

He is survived by his Son, Mathew Weiner, his Brother, Chris Weiner, his Nephew, Van Donofrio, his Mother, Linda Petrin (Brad), and his Father, Bill Weiner. He was loved by many and he will be deeply missed.

Services will be held at City View Funeral Home, 390 Hoyt St. S.,
Salem, Oregon 97302 at 1:00 PM on Friday, March 8th, 2024.

Robert Bruce Ingram, age 82, of Salem passed away to his heavenly home with
the Lord on February 22, 2024. Rob (Robbie) was born on August 3, 1941 in Coos
Bay, Oregon to Rex and Jessie Ingram.

Rob’s greatest love in life was his family and helping others. He left a life-long
legacy of helping those he knew and loved and those whom he just met. He will
be deeply missed for his compassion, humble nature, involvement with his Bible
Study Group, active listening, generous spirit, intrinsic calling to help people,
passion for his profession, intellect, sense of humor, dedication to researching
ways to help people heal, and charismatic personality and smile. He made the
world a better place.

He was a loving, humble man who appreciated the simple joys in life like eating
pancakes with his daughter, feeding the birds with his wife, finding horse
treasures for his sister at garage sales, swimming in the neighborhood pool,
BBQing, and getting lost in viewing the Oregon night sky ablaze with stars.
Rob also enjoyed home-improvement projects, tinkering on Ford Mustang
classic cars, reading the Bible and Spiritual books, helping neighbors, going to
tool stores, cooking beef-barley soup, exploring Farmer’s Markets, and visiting
Depoe Bay to enjoy the ocean, and eating smoked salmon with one of his
daughters.

Rob chose the career path of Pharmacy. He was inspired to this noble career
field by a family friend after the passing of his father at an early age.
He graduated from the College of Pharmacy at Oregon State University (OSU).
While at OSU, he pledged Alpha Sigma Phi Fraternity and was involved as a
leader during college and served on the Advisory Board for many years
following college.

Rob served Oregon as a Registered Pharmacist for over 50 years. During his
career, he worked in both the hospital sector and private sector.
Touching countless lives in a positive and healing way; he was passionate about
teaching the importance of paying attention to details, research, ethics,
listening to and learning how best to help patients heal.
Rob is survived by his wife, Phyllis, her son Joshua Seitz and grandsons Andrew
and Teddy; sister, Dotti James; daughter, Heidi Tait and granddaughter,
Claire; daughter, Holly Ingram and grandchildren Zeke (Z) and Meadow;
daughter, Deanna Talovic and grandchildren Devon and Delaney; and
daughter, Robin Ingram.

A memorial service will be held in Salem at City View Funeral Home, 390 Hoyt St.
S., at 1:00pm on Saturday May 18, 2024. A live stream is available online for
those who are unable to attend in person.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions in his memory to the OSU
School of Pharmacy, https://pharmacy.oregonstate.edu, or sponsor planting a
tree, https://alivingtribute.org.

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A Great Man Full of Faith, Love, Hope, Humor & Generosity
He was deeply loved and will be dearly missed.

1 Corinthians 13:12 NLT
Now we see things imperfectly, like puzzling reflections in a mirror, but then we
will see everything with perfect clarity. All that I know now is partial and
incomplete, but then I will know everything completely, just as God now knows
me completely.

Rick passed away in peace surrounded by his loved ones on Monday, February 19, 2024, at Salem Hospital after a long battle with chronic kidney disease. He is survived by his loving wife Valerie Costa of Salem, their oldest son Curtis Costa and his wife Kiley Costa of Millersburg as well as their daughters Ellie and Colbie, and Rick and Valerie’s youngest son Nicholas Costa of Salem. He is also survived by his sister Eva Costa-Perez of Socorro, New Mexico, and her daughter Jovanna Costa, as well as many other family and friends.

Rick was born in Albany, California, but was raised in Fremont, California, and has been a passionate supporter of the San Francisco Giants & 49ers his entire life. His passion for the legacies of these teams was only rivaled by his love for learning and teaching, which led him to becoming a teacher of history and political science. He taught at many schools in his lifetime, including Waldo Middle School and McKay High School in Salem. In an ironic twist of fate, Rick was able to end his lifetime’s journey on President’s Day, after a long life in love with history and with a deep fascination with US presidents and US history. Although he loved history and his favorite sports teams deeply, the thing he loved most was his family and friends. He was a brilliant man of many interests and facets, and he will be dearly missed by all whose lives he touched. There will be no memorial service, as per Rick’s expressed wishes, the family will honor him via a private ceremony.

Delmer “Del” Aebischer went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Friday, January 26 from heart failure. He was born on December 10, 1933 in Portland, OR to parents Harold and Alma (Redinger) Aebischer. Sisters Verla (Hiebert) and Evon (Douglas), and brother Hubert Aebischer preceded him in death. Del was a graduate of Newberg High School, and held a Doctorate in Music Education and Counseling Psychology from the University of Oregon. He was also awarded a John Hay Fellowship for studies in the Arts at University of California Berkeley in 1963-64. He worked as band and choir director in Florence, OR (1957-66), Fine Arts Administrator at Trevecca Nazarene College in Nashville, TN (1967-69), State Music Consultant with the Oregon Department of Education (1969-94), and Head of the Music Department at Marylhurst College in Portland (1995-98.)

Del served in the Army as a young man, playing trombone in the 440th Army Band at Fort Bragg, NC. He belonged to the Oregon Music Educators Association and the Music Educators National Conference, and was an active member of the Nazarene Church. He loved teaching and enjoyed tennis, travel, hiking, pickle ball, and spending time with family. Del made many trips overseas to work on church and mission construction projects, as well as in his local church. He played his trombone and directed youth and bell choirs at church for many years.

A devoted husband, father, and friend, he was a hard worker and excellent leader. Del had a quick wit and loved to laugh and joke. Whenever there was help needed, he was the first to volunteer—at home, for family members, and at church. His smile was contagious and all who knew him benefited from his kind, gentle manner and wise counsel. He and his wife, Joanne, loved to travel and Del took beautiful photographs of the scenery and wildlife wherever they went.

He is survived by Joanne Lucille (Johnston) Aebischer, his high school sweetheart of 69 years; their three daughters—Kathy Dole of Salem, Linda Baker of Newport, and Beth (Sharpton) Vice of Tillamook; their seven grandchildren—Heidi (Dole) Myers, Amy (Dole) Biederman, Tara (Sharpton) Newman, Launa (Sharpton) Mikesell, Marlie-Jo (Vice) Burdick, Kourtnie (Vice) Zwald, Eric Vice; and 14 great grandchildren.

A celebration of life will be held for Del at Salem First Church of the Nazarene, 1550 Market St NE, Salem, OR 97301 on Saturday, February 24 at 1:00, with Pastor Jerry Morris officiating. Contributions in memory of Delmer Aebischer can be made to the Church of the Nazarene Missions program https://nazarene.org/who-we-are/organization/ministries/nazarene-missions-international or the Jesus Film Project https://www.jesusfilm.org/give/
Condolences for the family can be sent to: Joanne Aebischer at 1955 Salem Dallas Hwy NW, Apt. 1002, Salem, OR 97304-4801.

James Leon Randle

Jim Randle of Salem, a retired state employee who was also a lifelong artist, died on Jan. 25 after a brief illness. He was 77.

Randle completed his career as a 12-year State of Oregon employee, known to friends as the “voice of the DMV” for having recorded the greeting first heard by those calling the Division of Motor Vehicles. He relished his DMV assignment of answering motorists’ phone and e-mail questions.

Prior to his DMV service, Randle’s career included work with the SAIF Corporation, Farmers Insurance district office and the Southern Pacific railroad.

He was born in Eugene on May 6, 1946, to James and Clarice Randle, and was a 1964 graduate of North Eugene High School. Before completing college, he served with the U.S. Air Force in Vietnam, where he was a precision aerial photo specialist for the largest reconnaissance unit there. He met Patty Gilbert while living in Denver, where he completed his military service as an instructor at Lowry AFB, and they married in August 1969.

Randle was a 1973 graduate of the University of Oregon, where he majored in business administration.

Randle enjoyed creating art in a variety of mediums, and would say that his art was first encouraged by his third-grade teacher at Eugene’s Whiteaker Elementary School and by always being given art supplies as a child. Having recently been in long-term care, he created several dozen paintings and pastels that graced the walls of his room.

He had been an active member of Westminster Presbyterian Church in Salem, where he served as an elder, taught Sunday school and volunteered in other capacities. For more than 30 years he belonged to a Salem men’s group, whose members knew him as a treasured friend and accomplished cook. Friends and associates delighted in his long-time Christmas tradition of preparing and sharing generous amounts of peanut brittle.

Randle is survived by his wife, Pat of Salem; by a son, Jeff Randle of Seattle; and by two sisters, Jeanne Garst of Milwaukie, Oregon, and Coralee Baker of Eugene.

A memorial service will be held on Saturday, March 30, at 2 p.m. at Westminster Presbyterian Church, 3737 Liberty Rd. S, Salem.

Memorial contributions may be made to the youth-education fund of Salem’s Westminster Presbyterian Church or to the Boys & Girls Club of Salem.

Merlin Graden Bowman was born June 10th, 1934, in the back bedroom of his grandparents’ home in McFarland, CA. He was the first baby delivered by Merlin M Taggert, MD, hence his name. Merlin attended schools in Delano, CA, until his sophom*ore year when he transferred to McFarland High School, graduating in 1952. He was raised on a cotton farm, and after high school, he farmed on his own for three years. Merlin then volunteered for the Church of the Brethren for one year, where he met his first wife, Patsy. They returned to McFarland, and Merlin eventually entered the insurance business with Farm Bureau Insurance Company, later moving to Bakersfield, where he became an insurance broker. Merlin was involved in several organizations. He served as President of the Kern County Official Association, officiating H5 and College Football for 18 years. He was involved in the Independent Insurance Agents Association of Bakersfield, serving as President. In Bakersfield, he coached and sponsored several Little League baseball teams. Additionally, Merlin was a Reserve Deputy for the Kern County Sheriff’s Department and helped start the first Sherrif Dog program in the San Joaquin Valley.

After retiring, he married Marti in 1984, moving to McMinnville, OR, one year later. He was active in the Nazarene Church on the Hill for 34 years. Merlin was also active in rental management and served as President of several HOAs. Merlin enjoyed boating, buying and selling boats for several years, fishing for salmon in the mouth of the Columbia River for 38 years, and RVing.

Merlin passed peacefully surrounded by family in Salem, OR on January 24th, 2024. He is preceded in death by parents Graden and Opal Bowman, and brother Dwayne Bowman. He is survived by his wife Marti, sister Brenda Morris, and children Tammy, Randall (wife Deborah), and Vance (wife Alicia), 5 grandchildren, 2 step grandchildren, 8 great-grandchildren, and 4 great-great-grandchildren.

A Celebration of Life is scheduled for 12 pm on Tuesday, February 6th at South Salem Church of the Nazarene.

Evelyn Joan Crapser
Was born October 2, 1943, to James & Vera (Wynonna) Childers in Visalia CA.

She married her childhood sweetheart, Richard Crapser with whom she had 5 children,
Vickie, Richard (Rick), Shiela, Troy & Michelle Bell.
Evelyn was a loving mother, wife, sister, aunt (lovingly know as Aunt Sis), grandmother, great grandmother, and great great grandmother.
She loved her family more than anything. She spent most of her life raising three generations of amazing kids. She was loved by all who knew her.
She was an accomplished leather seamstress taking on many projects including sheepskin seat covers, teddy bears and slippers.
She was also one of the most fun bartenders in town. Everyone enjoyed stopping in to see her and say Hi.
Evelyn passed away on January 21, 2024
She was preceded in death by her beloved daughters, Sheila & Michelle, her parents and three of her brothers, Hubert, Danny & Herschel.
She is survived by her children, Vickie West, Rick Crapser, and Troy Crapser. Her grandchildren, Charlie (Krissy) Krier, Rikki Gay, Aaron Crapser, Sahara Crapser, Trinity Gifford, Clarissa Marcellus & Kordelia Crapser. As well as 22 great grandchildren, 1 great great grandson, her 3 siblings and multiple nieces and nephews.

Dan Hoynacki, 80, passed away surrounded by family on January 18, 2024 after battling lung cancer. He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Joyce Hoynacki, sons Chad Hoynacki and Jon Hoynacki, daughter and son in law Robin and John Pierce, siblings Paul Hoynacki and Valerie Hoynacki, and granddaughters Lane and Maria.

Dan was born in upstate New York to Edith and Victor Hoynacki on September 6, 1943. Graduating from Camden High School in 1960, he attended Utica University before being drafted in the Vietnam War. Dan served in the Army, stationed in South Korea at the United Nations Command. Discharged in 1968, he was drawn to the west coast where he met his wife Joyce in California. They married on June 7, 1969, and had two sons. Dan graduated from Cal State Northridge in 1974.

Dan made a career in advertising and marketing, and moved to Oregon in 1987. A lifelong lover of the outdoors and advocate for nature, Dan found his calling mentoring young people to be stewards of the environment. Through Oregon State University Extension programs he created, Dan engaged thousands of students in ecological principles, leadership, and community service. He strived to make a better world, and his legacy lives on in the lives he’s touched.

Donations in his name can be made to the Lung Cancer Foundation of America, Friends of Silver Falls, or Willamette Riverkeeper.

Russell Arlen Hollinshead was born in The Dalles, Oregon, August 21, 1941, to Russell and Bonnie Hollinshead.

After grade schools in Terrebonne and Metolius, he attended Madras Union High School, graduating as Valedictorian in 1959. Following one year at Linfield College, he transferred to Oregon College of Education (now Western Oregon University), where he was a member of Student OEA and Thera Delta Phi, an academic fraternity for men. His senior year he served as Student Body President-and survived the Columbus Day Storm! He earned a B.S. degree in Education and graduated with honors in 1963. He taught fourth, fifth and sixth grades in Bend, Oregon, for seven years, before making a career change.

On August 15, 1970, he married Carole Kay Exley in LaGrande, Oregon. They moved to Salem, where she continued teaching and he began work with Oregon Farm Bureau Insurance Company (subsequently Northwest Farm Bureau, then Country Companies.) His career varied, holding positions in Workers Compensation, Processing, and Underwriting, before becoming head of Human Resources and Administrative Services. His last 16 years were in these fields, prior to taking an early retirement in 1997. While with the insurance companies, he attained the Professional in Human Resources certificate, the IIA General Insurance certificate and Chartered Property Casualty Underwriter status.

Having joined Morningside United Methodist Church in 1970, he continued there the balance of his life, serving a number of capacities and chairing several committees, along with ushering and offertory counting duties.

Arlen joined the Optimist Club of Salem in March 1994, subsequently serving in several officer positions, including President. He was also active in the Pacific Northwest District, serving twice as Lt. Governor, as well as chairing several committees. in 2008, he was presented the Roy Proctor Lifetime Achievement Award.

Upon retirement, he volunteered at the Public Utility Commission for two years and spent a total of 18 years on the Board of United Methodist Retirement Center (now Willson House,) including six years as Board Chair.

Business and pleasure trips took him to Alaska, Hawaii and 32 of the contiguous United States, as well as Washington, D.C. International travels included Canada, Mexico, Honduras and Japan.

He was preceded in death by his parents, wife, Carole (1993), and infant grandson, Shad Cherepanov (1994), as well as both older sisters, Kay Boone and Lee Forester. He is survived by son, Eric (Eliza Reyes) of Mount Pleasant, South Carolina, and daughter, Necia Hollinshead of Keizer, along with grandchildren Nicolas and Leila Hollinshead, Ozsana and Eoseph Cherepanov and Skyler Duncan.

Memorial Services will be at Morningside United Methodist Church at 1:00 PM on the 27th of January 2024, with inurnment at Mt. Crest Abbey Mausoleum with his wife and grandson. City View Funeral Home is assisting the family.

Memorial gifts may be made to Morningside UMC Foundation (PO Box 3076, Salem, OR 97302), the Optimist Club Youth Fund (PO Box 262, Salem, OR 97308), or Willson House (1625 Center St NE, Salem, OR 97301)

Joshua “Josh” was born in Walnut Creek, California to Deborah “Debbie” Ireland (Shotts) and Mark Ireland on December 15, 1986. He is survived by his mother, Debbie; father, Mark; and sister, Hannah Ireland. He is also survived by his beloved grandmother, “Nana” Marilyn Shotts, Aunt Krina Lee, Uncle David Lemons, Uncle David and Aunt Holly Shotts, Aunt Laura and Uncle Stiles, and his cousins Kelsey Stanfield, Avery Lemons, Jordan Shotts, Carson Shotts, and Bekka Davison, and Kathryn “Kate” Stiles. Josh is also survived by his greatest companion and service dog, Sadie.

Josh grew up in Federal Way, Washington and later moved to Salem, Oregon where he attended and graduated from Sprague High School in 2005.

Josh proudly served his country as a Corporal in the US Marine Corps from 2008-2014 which included two deployments. Josh was an Afghanistan Combat Veteran. For his honorable service, Josh was awarded the Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal, Combat Action Ribbon (Afghanistan), Navy Unit Commendation, Navy Meritorius Unit Commendation, Marine Corps Good Conduct Medal, National Defense Service Medal, and many others.

Josh’s laugh lit up the room. He loved to grill and watch movies, football, and the Food Network. His greatest love was his family, whom he cherished vastly. Some of his favorite things included the Joker and the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. Josh always had candy on hand to satisfy his sweet tooth – war heads, skittles, licorice, and sour gummies were among his favorites.

Josh was a strong teammate when he played football and wrestled for Sprague High School where he made lifelong friends.

A Military Service will be held in Josh’s honor on Thursday, January 18, 2024, at 1:00 p.m. at the City View Cemetery Chapel in Salem, Oregon.

Margaret (Sally) Provost, age 84, passed away peacefully with family by her side on January 2, 2024 after battling Parkinson’s Disease for several years. Sally was born March 23,1939 in Redmond, Oregon to Robert and Grace Gillespie, she was the youngest of four siblings. She is survived by her three children Robert Cary (Susan), Paul Cary, Michelle Cary (Stan), her sister Phyllis Sturza and five nieces/nephews.
Sally graduated from Redmond High School where she competed in track and field, was on the cheer squad and involved in Future Farmers of America. She earned her Associates Degree in Accounting/Bookkeeping at Central Oregon Community College.

After college, Sally moved to Portland, OR to begin her career as a bookkeeper at Meier and Frank. Eventually she moved to Salem and took a similar position with the same company. It was in Salem where she met her first husband and started a family. While raising her three kids Sally put her bookkeeping career on hold.
During those years she was an active member of the Salem Junior Women`s Club and
did volunteer work for the March of Dimes, St. Joseph`s Church and St. Joseph`s Grade School.

Sally very much enjoyed being a part of her children`s activities attending every sporting event and music/dance recital. In addition, she relished the annual family vacation time at Mercer Lake Resort near Florence, OR. For over 50 years, Mercer Lake was her favorite place to visit. It’s probably accurate to say that the view of the lake from the deck of Cabin #4 was her place of sanctuary.
Once her three children were older, Sally returned to her bookkeeping career working for St. Joseph`s, then attorney Bruce Williams and eventually the law firm of Burt, Swanson, Lathen, Alexander & McCann, PC. Sally very much enjoyed her time working for BSLM including the view from her corner office windows downtown in the Stevens and Sons building. She was very involved over the years with YLI (Young Ladies Institute) at St. Joseph’s. She held many offices within the organization including President and attended both regional and national conferences.

Sally eventually met and married the love of her life…Martin Provost. They had many happy years together and enjoyed traveling together and spending time with family and friends.

She was preceded in death by her first husband John Cary, her second husband Martin Provost, brother Phillip Gillespie, sister Marylin Cotter, brother-in-law Stanley Sturza, nephew Michael Sturza, sister-in-law Bettie Collie, niece Gail Klobes and nephew Gary Collie.
Services will be held in the St. Joseph’s Parish hall on Monday, January 22, 2024 in Salem, OR. The Rosary will be held at 9:30am followed by a Funeral Mass at 10:00am. A private Interment for family at City View Cemetery will follow the funeral service. In lieu of flowers, contributions to the St. Joseph Grade School (721 Chemeketa St NE, Salem OR 97301) scholarship fund is suggested.

Katherine B. Allen passed away on January 2, 2024, with family by her side. She was 90 years old. Katherine was born to John and Lemma Ragias in Manhasset, NY. They lived in an apartment above the restaurant owned by her mom and dad.

She attended school through her junior year of high school in Manhasset. She had spent her summers with her grandparents in Tallapoosa, Alabama. and wanted to attend her senior year at Anniston High School in Alabama where she lived with her sister Louise and her sister’s husband.

Her family moved to Redding, California in 1951 where she met her husband, Theodore. They were married in 1953 in Las Vegas, Nevada.

They moved to North Hollywood, where Katherine worked for Lockheed Martin on
classified projects. And where Cheryl and James were born. They moved back to Redding where Katherine and Colleen were born. They then moved to Salem, Oregon in 1963 before moving to Silverton in 1964 where they bought a small farm. Katherine worked for several years for Marion County Elections Department, which she retired from in 1996. They returned to Salem in 1998.

Katherine was preceded in death by her husband, Theodore Allen of 63 years; sisters Doris Bezman, Louise Dingler; brother John Robinson and grandson Luke Barnhart.

She is survived by her children; Cheryl Genzel (Canby, OR), James Allen (Woodburn, OR), Katherine Sim (Salem, OR) and Colleen Malone (Payette, ID); 8 grandchild children and 14 great grandchildren.

Katherine’s ashes will be placed in the Columbarium at Willamette National Cemetery with her husband Ted.

A Celebration of Life will be held on January 11, 2024, at 2:00 at City View Funeral Home and Cemetery, Salem, Oregon.

Elenita ’Ellen’ Alvarez Tompkins, born January 6, 1956 in Biñan, Laguna, Philippines, passed away peacefully in her home the morning of December 23, 2023. She is survived by husband Donald Tompkins, son Andrew Tompkins, grandson Hayden Tompkins, daughter and son-in-law Alyssa and Shawn Leedy, siblings Nellie Potterf, Edgar Alvarez, and Vicente Alvarez, and her many and much-beloved nieces and nephews.

In the Philippines, Ellen attended school at Lake Shore Educational Institution and graduated in 1972. She then emigrated to the United States in 1976 with brothers Edgar and Vicente and with help from her sisters Dorie and Nellie. Ellen attended college and received her associate’s degree from Linfield College and became a Certified Nursing Assistant through the Chemeketa Community College program. She worked as a CNA at Salem Hospital, ultimately retiring with a total of 41 years in her career and most notably in the inpatient rehabilitation unit. During her career, Ellen made many lasting friendships which she held dear to her heart and continued after she retired in early 2021.

Ellen and Don met in late 1985, through her sister entering her information into the newspaper. They bonded over many dates and even went to the Philippines together in 1987. Soon enough, they were married and had Andrew and Alyssa. Ellen ensured family life included several great memories like camping, road trips, birthday parties, and lots of time with cousins.

Ellen had as many hobbies as she had designer purses. She loved shopping wherever she went, be it Costco, Washington Square, Woodburn Outlets, or Nordstrom Rack. It was a rare occasion when she did not run into someone she knew while out. Ellen was also known for maintaining a beautiful garden, with flowers, fruits, veggies, and a koi pond. She would often make freezer jams, baked goods, and other dishes with her home-grown goodies. Ellen was an avid seamstress and was a vendor at many craft bazaars. For several years, she was also involved in dance groups that performed Polynesian and Filipino dances. Many of her relatives remember performing with her at the state fair. She was an accomplished DIYer who would find new projects around the house to complete, along with the help of her brothers. Ellen continued in her parents’ and sister’s tradition of hosting many family gatherings at “the blue house with the lions”.

Together with her brother in 2012, Ellen opened the Adoracion Adult Foster Home, a care home that provides a home-like setting for those who need assisted living. Her goal was to offer a family-like environment while caring for others: something she did for her eldest sister, Adoracion, and her parents, Helen and Vicente Sr. Ellen passed the care home to her sister-in-law Dolores (Dolly) Alvarez in 2022, so her legacy of caregiving with love and selflessness remains to this day.

Ellen will be deeply and sorely missed by all who loved her. May we uphold her caring manner in our daily actions and in the love that we have for one another. Please join us in remembering Ellen in the Facebook group “Remembering Elenita Alvarez-Tompkins” at https://www.facebook.com/groups/1118676439296953.

To view a recording of Elenita`s funeral mass, copy and paste the following into a web browser: https://boxcast.tv/view/funeral-for-elenita-tompkins-axfr1ujphffqcwklgzd6

Melva Joyce (Lee) Hall passed away in Salem, Oregon on December 7, 2023. She was 80 years old.

Melva was born in Corvallis, Oregon on June 19, 1943. She was the daughter of Harry O. Lee and Doris E. (Mark) Lee. Melva grew up in Corvallis where she also met and married Steven (Steve) M. Hall on March 11, 1961. Together they had four children.

Melva was a strong, independent woman who was also creative, caring, and generous. She loved God and family above all else, but also enjoyed flowers, painting and meeting new people. Her creativity showed in her cooking, baking, and crafting.

While raising her children, Melva also taught Sunday School, led a Bible Study Fellowship group, and played the piano and organ for church services. Later she hosted bible study groups in her home with Steve. They also hosted many family gatherings for birthdays and holidays that were filled with fun, food, and laughter.

Melva was preceded in death by her parents, Harry and Doris Lee, her sister Wilma Lee-Hull and her husband, Steven Hall.

Melva is survived by her brother Duane Lee, daughters Michele Hall, Deborah Brill-Hall, Patricia Hall, son Eric Hall along with 7 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren.

A memorial service will be held on January 20, 2024, 10:00 AM, at Mountain View Church in Aumsville, Oregon.

In lieu of flowers, please consider honoring Melva by donating to one of her favorite charities: Wycliffe Bible Translators or Mission Aviation Fellowship.

After a two-year struggle with pancreatic cancer, Jim Schmidt died at his home in Salem, Oregon on December 2, 2023, and entered his eternal home in heaven with his Lord and Savior.

Jim was born to Ernie and Viola Schmidt in Dallas, Oregon, on October 1, 1943. He went to school at Rickreall Elementary and then Salem Academy, graduating in 1962. He then attended Grace College of the Bible in Omaha, Nebraska where he would meet and marry Ann Bailey.

In 1971, Jim and his family moved back to Oregon where he would work for the State of Oregon’s Printing Division for over thirty years, retiring in 2002. He continued to work part-time as a delivery driver for an auto parts store until fully retiring in 2012.

Jim faithfully served in his church, Grace Baptist in Salem, for over fifty years. He was a devoted husband, father, Papa, and uncle who loved his family with a quiet and steady passion. He will be greatly missed.

Jim is survived by his wife of 58 years, Ann, his son David (Hanna), and daughter Rachel Solomon (Scott), brother Carey Schmidt and sister Judy Partridge, as well as seven grandchildren, four great-grandchildren and a host of nieces and nephews.

There will be a viewing on Wednesday December 6th from 12-5 PM at City View Funeral Home, 390 Hoyt St. Salem, Oregon
A Memorial Service will be held on Thursday December 7th at 2:00 PM at Grace Baptist Church, 4197 State St. Salem, OR 97317.

Bobbi Sue Willoughby Marugg was born to Robert Willoughby and Corine Roessing Willoughby on December 27, 1965 in Grand Junction, Colorado. The family lived in a couple of places in Colorado and in Idaho and then returned to Grand Junction where she attended and graduated from Grand Junction High School in 1984. Growing up, she enjoyed many activities at church and with her family, and was close friends with her sister Twyla. They enjoyed family vacations, playing board games, singing and playing music together, camping, fishing, and church camps. As a young child, Bobbi came to know Jesus as her savior through the ministry of the Church of the Nazarene, the church she attended and served in throughout her life. She took piano lessons and loved music, offering her talents to the churches she and her family attended. She can be forgiven for her love of the music of Carmen.

In the spring of 1985 she met Dan Marugg when he visited his sister’s family in Grand Junction. It wasn’t long before they decided together that they wanted to commit to each other for life and were married on November 9, 1985. Between 1988 and 1995 they were joined by children Corena, Joshua, Sheridan, and Cheyanne. In May of 1988 she completed an associates degree in nursing and began a career in nursing. In 2013 she completed a Master of Science in Nursing and then did coursework toward a PhD in Nursing with an emphasis in Education. As the years passed, she served as a nurse in hospital settings, rehabilitation centers, and assisted living facilities; she also taught nursing for 6 years.
Bobbi was an ardent Denver Broncos fan, wearing all the clothing, sticking all the stickers, and cheering through all the ups and downs.
Survived by Dan, her husband of 38 years; her daughters Corena (Aran), Sheridan and Cheyanne (Cole); her son Joshua (Samantha); her seven grandchildren Kaydence, Callen, Connor, Kieran, Abigail, Paityn, and Hank; her “honorary” granddaughter Scarlett; her mother Corene and her sister Twyla, she was preceded in death by her father Robert Willoughby and two grandchildren.