Obituaries

Nov 16, 2024

Bruce Edwin Harris, affectionately known as “Duck,” passed away surrounded by love on November 15, 2024. Born June 1, 1949, to Mamie and William Harris, Bruce was the youngest of three siblings: Bill, Burton, and Betty. His childhood was filled with adventures along the coastal lakes and rivers where he spent countless days fishing.  It was across Oregon’s landscapes ...

Nov 10, 2024

It is with a heavy heart that I announce the passing of my dear mother, Wanda Goodan, who passed away peacefully at her home in Gardiner, Oregon, on November 10, 2024, at the age of 85.

Mom was born on September 19, 1939, to Robert and Daisy Morrison. She was preceded in death by her parents, her...

Oct 29, 2024

Benjamin Edwin Sanders, beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend, passed away on October 29, 2024, at the age of 86 in Reedsport, Oregon. He was born on January 11, 1938, in Calico Rock, Arkansas, to Elmo Sanders and Evelyn Dorey Sanders. Benjamin led a life full of service, innovation, and devotion to his family, leaving a lasting impact on...

Oct 7, 2024

Phyllis Gayle May Scarberry was born to Rufus and Perlina May on March 23, 1938, in Pinsonfork, Kentucky. She was one of nine children, with four sisters and four brothers, and was very proud of her Kentucky roots. After graduating from Belfry High School, she became a teacher in Paw Paw, Kentucky, where she met her future husband, Drewey...

Sep 5, 2024

Vernice Marlene Smith passed away on September 5, 2024 at 84 years old in Reedsport, OR. Arrangements are under the care of Dunes Memorial Chapel.

Aug 16, 2024

Janet Lorrine Conger (Peterson)

October 8, 1936 – August 16, 2024

Janet (Peterson) Conger went to Heaven on August 16, 2024, after a long 3-year battle with Dementia/ Alzheimers. She passed away quietly in an assisted living/memory care home in Troutdale, Oregon, where she resided since February, 2021.

Janet was born October 8,...

Apr 16, 2024

William “Bill” Stieber passed away at his home in Reedsport, Oregon on April 16, 2024.

Bill was born on September 6, 1939, in Chicago, Illinois to parents Oscar and Anna Stieber. He grew up in Melrose Park, IL, where he was an above average student at Rhodes Elementary School.

Bill married the love of his...

Apr 6, 2024

Chris was born in Santa Monica on June 5, 1983 and passed away in Elkton, Oregon on April 6, 2024. Chris was raised in Santa Clarita, California. Chris participated in Boy Scouts, earned his Eagle Scout, and served in many leadership positions. Chris joined the Army and served our country for 15 years. He was a highly decorated combat...

Mar 21, 2024

Timothy Kem Calcote

Timothy Kem Calcote, a member of the Reedsport, Oregon community, passed away on February 27th, at the age of 68. He was born on January 21, 1955 in Lubbock, Texas, to his parents Robert and Sandra Calcote.  The Calcote Family moved to Reedsport in 1971 as Robert Calcote brought his family here...

Mar 11, 2024

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Robert “Bob” Gardner, a beloved husband, father, soldier, and craftsman, who left us on March 11, 2024, at the age of 55. Born on November 8, 1968, in Nampa, Idaho, Bob spent most of his younger years in Nampa riding his bicycle, playing with farm animals, tinkering with mechanics, and taking...

Mar 4, 2024

Leslie “Scott” Maxwell

Scott Maxwell was born December 15, 1956, to Vernon “Nick” Maxwell and Mary Ann in Eugene, Oregon.

Scott grew up in Eugene where he attended North Eugene High in 1974. He went on to serve in the US Army from 1979 – 1984.

Scott enjoyed hunting, fishing, and spending time...

Jan 8, 2024

Lyle went to meet his eternal Father on January 8, 2024, with his family by his side in Reedsport.

Lyle was born at home February 2, 1938, to parents Chas and Mary (Tucker) Weeks in rural Missouri. He spent his early years in the woods hunting and fishing and wondering where the sun went down.

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Dec 28, 2023

Dec 23, 2023

Virginia McNerney (Valentine) Boyd Marcum September 3, 1922 – December 23, 2023 Virginia, age 101 of Lakeside, passed away on Saturday December 23 in Salem. Her sons, Jim and Val Boyd were with her. She was preceded in death by her daughter Grace and her husbands Ralph Boyd and Roy Marcum. It was as graceful a departure as could...

Dec 22, 2023

Rose Marie Rapida (Hayes) 69, of Lakeside, Oregon passed away December 22, 2023 at Lower Umpaua Hospital in Reedsport, Oregon. Rose was born in Zanesville, Ohio to Hazel and Everett Thomas Hayes . She attended John Glenn H.S  and was a longtime resident of New Concord, Ohio and Lakeside, Oregon. Rose is survived by her children Keith (Diana), Jamie...

Dec 16, 2023

With profound sadness, we announce the passing of Hank Dakota Wilson on December 16, 2023, at the age of 32.

Born March 13, 1991, to Brenda Pedersen (Weekley-Wilson) and Billy Wilson, Hank grew up in Prineville alongside his younger brother Houston, as well as close-cousins Micheal and Cole. Together they enjoyed epic outdoor adventures, later turning into...

Dec 10, 2023

Services will be held at the Winchester Bay Grange/Community Center Saturday December 30, 2023 from 12pm - 2pm.

Nov 30, 2023

Stephen Henry Miller August 3, 1944-November 30, 2023

Stephen Henry Miller, of Reedsport, Oregon, passed away in his home on November 30, 2023, following a stroke in May.

Stephen was born August 3, 1944, in Indianapolis, IN to Chestine (Chet) and Ola Miller. He grew up in Indianapolis, then went on to attend college at...

Nov 22, 2023

Phyllis Clairann Friese passed away with her family by her side on November 22, 2023, at the age of 83.

Phyllis was born on July 12, 1940, in Reedsport Oregon She is the daughter of Fred and Berniece Bates, the sister of Sharon Scott of Portland and proceeded in death by her brother Micky Bates of Veneta....

Sep 29, 2023

Cherry Lynne Chudy, 75, of Reedsport, passed on 9/29/23. Cherry was born in Eugene, Oregon on August 6, 1948, to Glen and Evelyn Briggs. She was raised in Reedsport, attending elementary and high school. Cherry married Paul Chudy on November 11, 1972. Cherry is preceded in death by her son Scot, also her brothers Tom and Terry. She is...