OBITUARIES
David Lewis Athey
Sep 17, 2026
David Lewis Athey (Dave), 72, of Salem, Oregon, passed away peacefully at home on September 17, 2026, surrounded by his family following a short battle with cancer.
Dave was born December 12, 1953, in Sacramento, California, to Melvin (Jiggs) Athey Jr. and Gladys Charboneau. He graduated from Cordova High School in 1971.
Dave dedicated 33 years of his life to CAL FIRE....
Matthew Joseph Kew
Sep 13, 2026
In Loving Memory of Matthew Joseph Kew
Celebrating a Gentle, Adventurous, and Spirited Life
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our cherished son, Matthew Joseph Kew, who bravely faced Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy. Surrounded by family and friends, Matthew found comfort in their steadfast love and support.
Matthew was known for his gentle, quiet nature, often reserved and shy, yet his mischievous...
Erik David Paulson
Sep 2, 2026
Erik Paulson, 67, of Salem Oregon, he passed away after his battle with dementia on September 2nd 2026.
Born on March 12th 1959 in Portland Oregon to Casper and Marilyn Paulson, he would go on to grow up in Independence Oregon where he would graduate from Central Highschool in 1977.
His greatest aspiration in life was to be a family man, a...
Tammy Louise Parent
Sep 1, 2026
Tammy was born March 6th 1967 to her parents, James and JoAnna Gaumond, Riverside, California. She found her soulmate Michel Parent in Canada and they married in 1989.
Tammy had a love for reading and teaching. She loved helping families advocate for their special needs children, teaching children to love learning, and especially teaching her own children and grandchildren.
She is survived...
Travis Jeffrey Anderson
Aug 24, 2026
Travis Jeffrey Anderson, at the age of 24, accepted his invitation into Heaven on Monday, August 24, 2026. A public Celebration of Life will be held Saturday, September 5, 2026 at 10:00 am at Johnson Funeral Home, 134 Missouri Ave S in Salem, OR.
Born on Wednesday, August 14, 2002 to Shawnette and Jeff Anderson at Newberg Hospital in Newberg, OR,...
Darren Jon Taylor
Aug 22, 2026
Darren Jon Taylor was called home on August 22nd 2026. He peacefully left this earth in his home in Salem, Oregon surrounded by love and without pain following a 6-year battle with stage IV Clear Cell Renal Carcinoma. He was 65.
Darren was born on the Army base in Ft Lewis, WA on April 29th, 1961 to John and Margaret “Anita”...
Robert Leon Carter
Aug 20, 2026
The world lost a dedicated family man, a proud veteran, and a true outdoorsman on August 20, 2026, when Robert "Bud" Leon Carter passed away peacefully surrounded by family at the age of 86.
Born on September 2, 1939, in Pawhuska, Oklahoma, Bob lived a life centered on duty, hard work, and the people he loved. He honorably served in the...
Dennis Martin Vodden
Aug 17, 2026
Dennis Martin Vodden, born September 13, 1946, passed away on August 17, 2026. A loving father, grandfather, and great‑grandfather, Dennis leaves behind a family who cared for him deeply: his brother, Gary; his children, Erica and Daryl; his grandchildren, Ayden and Emaly; and three great‑grandchildren who brought joy and pride to his later years. He was preceded in death by...
Jan Varney
Aug 13, 2026
Jan passed away on August 13, 2026, at the age of 83. He was born in Los Angeles and spent his childhood in California. Known for his bright mind, generous spirit, and positive outlook on life, Jan left a lasting impression on everyone who knew him.
He served six years in the Navy during the Vietnam War as a radar technician,...
Ron Cutsforth
Aug 7, 2026
Ron was born in Salem, Oregon and passed away unexpectedly in Portland, Oregon at age 57. Ron had a big heart, loved the Oregon Ducks, animals and Mopars.
He is preceded in death by parents H. Ronald Cutsforth Sr and Barbara Colyer Cutsforth. He is survived by son Zacherriah, sister Carrie McColly, a neice and nephew and many cousins.
Special thanks to...
DeeAnn Louise Gascon
Aug 5, 2026
DeeAnn Gascon, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away on August 5, 2026, in Salem, Oregon.
Born and raised in Oregon, DeeAnn grew up with a deep love for the outdoors and the people around her. She met the love of her life, Fred, at a roller‑skating rink, and the two married in 1963. Together they built a beautiful life,...
Kimberly Renee French
Aug 5, 2026
In Loving Memory of Kimberly French
Kimberly “Kim” French, beloved daughter, sister, wife, cousin, and friend, passed away the evening of August 5, 2026, leaving behind family and friends who will forever cherish her memory.
Kim was the beloved widow of Steve Gorski, who preceded her in death, and was also preceded in death by her father, James French. She carried their...
Kay Staab
Jul 31, 2026
Always sunny and cheerful, Kay (Ross) Staab led a life of service and love. Born in Albany, Oregon to Margaret Ross and Thomas Lemons on July 15, 1933, she grew up as the oldest of nine children. She attended Lebanon high school and later attended U of O for a year, where she was active in theater and sang with...
Jeffrey Scott Keto
Jul 27, 2026
Jeffery Keto passed away July 27th, 2026 at PeaceHealth Sacred Heart Medical Center in Springfield Oregon. He was 73 years old.
He was born on December 5th, 1952 in Ironwood Michigan, to Hjalmer and Miriam Keto.
As a young boy Jeffrey and his family moved from Michigan to Denver, Colorado and eventually to Oregon where he and his family lived in a...
Lina Zharkoff-Bossen
Jul 26, 2026
There are some people whose presence makes the world a little brighter simply because they are in it. Lina Zharkoff-Bossen was one of those rare souls. She lived with a joyful heart, an unwavering faith in Jesus Christ, and a love for others that knew no bounds.
Lina was born on June 13, 1977, in Gervais, Oregon, to Phillip and Anastasia...
Deborah Ann Harper
Jul 17, 2026
In Loving Memory of Deborah "Debi" Ann Inman Harper
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Debi. Her caring nature, generous spirit, and endless creativity brought beauty and warmth to the lives of everyone around her. Whether she was creating artwork, loving on her animals, or simply making someone laugh, Debi had a gift for making the world a little...
Jennifer Lynn Ann Whittecar
Jul 10, 2026
Jennifer Lynn Ann Whittecar was born August 5, 1981 to Gary and Roxanne Roberts in Hermiston, Oregon. After a couple moves between eastern Oregon and Molalla she spent most of her adolescent life in Keizer and graduated from McNary in '99 where she was a proud member of the marching band and was in the color guard.
Jennifer has always loved...
Brian Dean Smith
Jul 8, 2026
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Brian Dean Smith on July 8, 2026, at the age of 68.
Brian was a devoted husband, loving father and grandfather, caring son and brother, loyal friend, and trusted computer technician. He had a remarkable gift for solving problems and an unwavering willingness to help others. Whether repairing a computer,...
Geraldine Francis Parrish
Jul 7, 2026
Geraldine Parrish, Geri, was born on November 28th, 1943, to Hazel and Frank Dick in Weiser, Idaho. She became a mom at a young age and loved her children deeply, even through tough times. She helped raise a total of 10 and lived her life fully until the day she died, including praying on her knees for each of her...
Clifton Ronald McKinley
Jul 4, 2026
Clifton “Clif” Ronald McKinley (78) passed away July 4th, 2026, at home surrounded by loved ones. Clif was Born February 10th, 1948, in Warsaw Township Minnesota; to Ronald and Amy McKinley. He was the 7th child of 14 in total. The McKinley family remained in Minnesota until 1959. When Ronald moved the family to Oregon where they would eventually settle...
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