OBITUARIES

Jul 6, 2024

Richard “Dick” Green died June 6, 2024, at his home in Salem, OR.

Dick was a devoted husband and father and a proud veteran, having served with the United States Marine Corps. His service to his country exemplified his commitment to his family. Dick's memory will forever live on in the hearts of those who knew and...

Jul 3, 2024

Jorge Narciso Pelinski was born in Gobernador Roca, Misiones, Argentina to parents Narciso Pelinski and Maria Chileski on February 15, 1947.

He grew up in Misiones, Argentina, moving to the United States when he was 25 years old.

In his professional life he worked as a Machinist at West Salem Machinery for over 30 years....

Jun 29, 2024

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our brother Edgar Manuel Flores.

In the evening of Friday June 28th while on a walk with his beloved dog Zeus, our dear brother and family pet were struck by a pick-up truck in NE Salem.

Edgar succumbed to his injuries at 12:23am Saturday June 29th, and...

Jun 21, 2024

Tom was born in Salem, Oregon on April 15, 1950, to Daniel and Betty Flores and grew up in Keizer. Tom was a super cool guy and described by a cousin as a great friend and protector. He loved the outdoors, small towns, fishing, camping, time with family, 60’s music, classic cars, and lemon desserts. He also enjoyed sharing...

Jun 15, 2024

Robert Joseph White, affectionately known as “Bob,” “Bobby,” or “Rob,” passed away on June 15, 2024, in Albany, Oregon, at the age of 61. Born on February 16, 1963, in Berkeley, California, Robert lived a meaningful and fulfilling life.

Robert grew up in Pleasant Hill, California, in an Irish-Catholic family. He attended Ygnacio Valley High School, where...

Jun 13, 2024

Sylvia Louise (Jensen) Lockyear (Nov. 22, 1926 – June 13, 2024) died peacefully in Salem, OR surrounded by her family.  Born in Eugene, OR to Lawrence and Genevieve (Kennedy) Jensen, she graduated from University High School in Eugene and was a 1948 graduate of the University of Oregon with a bachelor’s degree in mathematics, and was a member of...

Jun 9, 2024

Charles (Buddy) S. Oakes, 63, of Keizer, Oregon passed away June 9, 2024.  He was born January 11, 1961 in Ogden, Utah.  He attended Clearfield High School in Clearfield, UT and enlisted in the U.S. Navy in March, 1980 where he later received his G.E.D.  He served on the USS Guam (LPH-9).  His six-year tour of duty included deployment...

Jun 8, 2024

It is with great sadness that we share the passing of Sharon Jean Freeman. She went peacefully to be with her Lord and Savior, surrounded by her family, in her home on June 8, 2024.

Sharon Jean Clark was born March 22,1949, in Southern California. As a young teenager, she moved in with her aunt and uncle...

Jun 6, 2024

Salem, OR (June 6, 2024) -- Linda Marie Prial, who enjoyed extraordinary success in both her business and non-profit careers over more than four decades, died peacefully at home here today, losing her seven-year battle with primary lateral sclerosis.  She was 78.

Born in Dover, NJ, Linda was raised in Summit, NJ, and her parents' summer home...

Jun 3, 2024

Pracht, Hope Mason. It is with great sadness that the family of Hope Pracht announces her passing after an unexpected decline in her health, on Monday June 3, 2024 at the age of 88 years. She died peacefully, the same day that her mother, Eleanor Iselin Mason Wade, was born in 1910. She will be fondly remembered by her...

Jun 2, 2024

It is with great sadness that we share the passing of Constance Anina Vandehey at the age of 80.  She was surrounded by her loved ones, in her Keizer home at the time of her passing.  Connie was born on July 2, 1943 in Walla Walla, Washington. She was the daughter of Fred and Betty Hoffman.

At...

May 24, 2024

Sean Francis Casey passed peaceful at Salem, Or Hospital cardiovascular care unit at the age of 61.

Sean is survived by wife Christina Casey siblings Brian wife (Carmen), Paul, Micheal Punkovey, and sister, Shelia Waldrip husband (Ken). Sean also has many Nieces and Nephews and great nieces and nephews.

Sean was the son of Dawn...

May 18, 2024

Lindsay Reece (Taylor) died peacefully at Oregon Health & Science University in Portland Oregon on May 18 th , 2024, at the age of 46.

Lindsay is survived by her parents, Kerry, and Diane Taylor of Woodburn; husband, Gabe; children, Rogue, Stone, Gaige & Kaile Reece of Salem; and sibling, Kris Taylor of Woodburn.

Lindsay ...

May 18, 2024

Frank Wesley Spragg made his debut in Modesto, California, on June 13th, 1943. He spent most of his childhood in beautiful Montana.

Frank's early life in education took him through Belgrade elementary, middle, and high school. For his senior year, he joined the ranks of Bozeman High School, where, naturally, the cool kids gathered. He starred in...

May 13, 2024

Today we gather to celebrate the life of Stanislav Vadimovich Bakanov. Stasik passed away peacefully on May 13th, 2024 at the age of 43. He was born on May 17th, 1980 to Vadim and Yelena Bakanova in Novosibirsk, Russia. Stasik was a graduate of McNary High School. He spent most of his adult career being an exceptional electrician. He...

May 2, 2024

James passed away peacefully at the family home of 71 years. He was the son of Margaret E. Douglas and George F. Douglas. James was a 1968 graduate of South Salem High School. He worked at the local canneries for 50 years, retiring from Norpac in 2017. James loved giving his brothers, sister, nephews and nieces large Christmases. The...

Apr 1, 2024

Arla "Liz" Leslie Casey passed away peacefully surrounded by family on April 1, 2024. Liz was born on St. Patrick’s Day, March 17, 1953, to Joyce and Arlo Murken in Des Moines, Iowa. She is survived by her two siblings, older brother David Murken and younger brother Joseph Murken. She grew up loving her family, good friends, and horses;...

Mar 10, 2024

Jasmine Luella Brown, age 12, passed away on March 10, 2024, in Portland, Oregon. She was born on February 8, 2012, to Richard Brown and Laura Custis. Sassy Jazz was a very vivacious, energetic, and quick-witted young lady. She’d light up any room with her dazzling smile, unrivaled beauty, and unique sense of humor. She is survived by her...

Mar 7, 2024

José Manuel Vázquez Valenzuela; hijo, hermano menor de Álvaro y Daniel, y tío. Nació en Nov.22 del 2007 tenía 16 años nació y creció en Salem Oregon por sus padres Aida Valenzuela y Álvaro Vázquez.

Jose era un joven noble amable y de buen corazón. Le gustaba el fútbol soccer desde pequeño estuvo en equipos jugando era...

Feb 29, 2024

Beloved, Brave, Brilliant

Evelyn Ethel Lamberton Richards died peacefully in the presence of her family on February 29, 2024, at daughter Kathy and Amit Bhatia’s home in Salem, Oregon. She was 92.

The youngest of four children of Austin and Fern Lamberton, Evelyn, or Evie as she preferred to be known, was born...