Obituaries

Oct 26, 2026

Oct 16, 2026

Kenneth Leland Nash, 70, of Reedsport, Oregon, was born on June 19, 1956, in Louisville, Kentucky, to Lester and Marie Nash. His life was centered on his family, his faith, and the joy he found in building a home and a life with those he loved.

Kenneth met the love of his life, MaryAnn Stevens, in Paradise, California, when they were...

Oct 1, 2026

Gudrun “Gundi” Marianne Cheshier

March 10, 1940 – October 1, 2026

Gudrun “Gundi” Marianne Cheshier, 86, passed away on October 1, 2026. She was born on March 10, 1940, in Silberberg, Germany, to Artur and Lenchen Schicht. Gundi grew up in a small village outside Bremen before her family moved to the city. She completed her education at a business college in...

Sep 23, 2026

Patricia Ann (Smith) Johnson 81, passed away on September 23, 2026. She was born on November 8, 1944 in Danbury, Connecticut to Thomas and Beatrice Smith. She leaves behind one brother and three children. 

Sep 23, 2026

Karen passed away on September 22, 2026. Even as she faced Alzheimer’s disease in her final years, she held on to her sense of humor. She could still surprise her family by flipping them off and calling them all “assholes,” leaving them with stories they’ll tell for years to come.

Karen grew up in Reedsport with her parents, sister, and brother....

Sep 22, 2026

William Knox StoryAugust 22, 1956 – September 22, 2026

William Knox Story, known to all as Knox, passed away peacefully at his home in Reedsport, Oregon, on September 22, 2026, with his family by his side. He was 70 years old. Born August 22, 1956, in North Bend, Oregon, he was the son of Duard Neil and Julia Caroline Story.

In 1986,...

Sep 22, 2026

Paula Renee Rackley, 53, passed away on September 22, 2026. She was born on May 9, 1973, in Dallas, Texas, to George Wayne Floyd and Johnnie Paulette Shoemate.

Paula grew up in Texas and met her husband, James Rackley, in Longview. They shared more than 30 years of marriage and later moved to Oregon, where James had grown up.

Paula had a...

Sep 22, 2026

Joan (Powers) Buck DeFilippo was born on April 1, 1930, in Caroll, Iowa. She passed away on September 22, 2026, in Reedsport, Oregon, at the age of 96.

Joan will be deeply missed by everyone who knew and loved her.

Services are pending

Sep 17, 2026

Lenore Emma Olson passed away on September 17, 2026, one day after celebrating her 99th birthday.

Lenore was born on September 16, 1927, in Myrtle Point, Oregon, to Edgar (Scrap Iron) and K. Crystal Wilson. Her family had a long and meaningful history in the Reedsport community.

Known for her strong and independent personality, Lenore was never afraid to speak her mind....

Sep 13, 2026

Linda Marie Baker, 67, passed away on September 13, 2026. She was born on October 23, 1958, to Charles and Beverly Coe.

Linda grew up in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. Because her father managed airports, her family later moved to Washington State and then to Arizona. She shared a special lifelong bond with her twin brother, Monty.

Linda was married to her loving...

Sep 10, 2026

Funeral service for Opal Joanne "Jo" Laskey, 91 of Reedsport, Passed away on Thursday, September 10, 2026, in Reedsport, Oregon.

Services are Pending

Aug 31, 2026

James Arthur Saunders passed away on August 31, 2026, at the age of 76. He was born on July 1, 1950, in Dubuque, Iowa to Gilbert and Nola Saunders.

James was a straightforward, tell-it-like-it-is kind of man. His family always knew where they stood with him, but behind that straightforward nature was a man who deeply loved his family and treasured...

Aug 30, 2026

Jerald Sprague, 76, resident of Reedsport, Oregon passed away August 30, 2026

Aug 30, 2026

Through many trials and tribulations, Genia accomplished so much in her life. She was a dedicated mother and grandmother, became a CNA2, and worked at the same job for over 20 years. Family meant everything to her; as a daughter, sister, and aunt, she took great pride in participating in and following the lives of her loved ones.

Genia was kind,...

Aug 19, 2026

Debra “Deb” Wallace, 71, of North Bend, Oregon, passed away at her home on August 19, 2026, surrounded by her loved ones, following a brief fight with pancreatic cancer.

Debra was born on September 22, 1954, in Oakridge, Oregon, to Sonny and Jean Shank. She served as the chief financial officer of Northwest Building Specialists, where she was an important and...

Aug 18, 2026

Jerry Ray Chartier, Sr.

Jerry Ray Chartier, Sr., of Reedsport, Oregon, passed away on August 18, 2026. He was born on November 26, 1940, in Eugene, Oregon, to Dale H. Chartier and Viola L. Park.

Jerry proudly served his country in the United States Marine Corps retiring at the rank of Gunnery Sergeant. His years of service were an important part of...

Aug 18, 2026

Patricia Ann Sloan 1956 – 2026

Patricia Ann Sloan passed away August 18, 2026, at the age of 70.

She was born January 31, 1956, in Sacramento, California, to Albert and Louise Falesnik.

Pat graduated from Delta High School in Clarksburg, California, and married the love of her life, Ron Sloan.

As a wife, she shared a deep and enduring partnership with her husband,...

Aug 12, 2026

Heather Lynn Clement, 34, of Reedsport, Oregon, passed away on August 12, 2026. She was born on July 7, 1992, in Sacramento, California.

Heather was a loving wife to her husband, Karl, and a devoted mother to their 2-year-old son, Miles. She will be remembered for her genuine and trustworthy nature, her love of art and reading, and above all, the...

Aug 11, 2026

Reni Hawk, a woman whose heart was as vibrant and welcoming as the gardens she so lovingly tended, passed away leaving behind a legacy of deep affection, joy, and cherished memories. Known for her boundless kindness and devotion to those around her, Reni brought light, warmth, and steady comfort to everyone fortunate enough to know her.

Grounded in the sunlit landscapes...

Jul 27, 2026

Nathan Snodgrass, of Reedsport Oregon, passed away on July 27, 2026 at the age of 90. Nathan was born May 20, 1936 in Manila, Philippines to George W. Snodgrass Sr. and Aurelia Snodgrass. Nathan is survived by his wife of over 50 years, June, and younger sister Adeline, along with many children, grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces and nephews. He was...