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Christena L Alvarez - August 17, 1950 - March 09, 2022

Departed: 03/09/2022 (Newport)

Obituary Preview: Christena L. Alvarez August 17th,1950- March 9, 2022

Christena L. Alvarez was born on August 17, 1950. At 71 years old, Christena passed away on March 9, 2022 in Henderson, Nevada.

There will be a service at St. Anthony’s Catholic Church in Waldport, Oregon on Friday, March 25, 2022 at 11:00 AM. There will be a committal immediately following church service at Yachats Memorial Park, around 12:30 - 1:00 PM.

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James L Perry - July 31, 1949 - February 19, 2022

Departed: 02/19/2022 (Newport)

Obituary Preview: James Perry was born on July 31, 1949 in Clarksville, Texas to Leo and Arlene. After high school, James joined the U.S. Armed Forces. For his career, James became an auto parts manager in auto repair and servicing. James was married to Keta and together they lived in South Beach, Oregon. On February 19, 2022 James passed away at 72 years old.

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Lois E Greenwood - February 10, 1935 - February 06, 2022

Departed: 02/06/2022 (Newport)

Obituary Preview: Lois Greenwood was born on February 10, 1935 in Cleveland, Ohio to Roy and Ann. After receiving her Bachelor's degree, Lois became a teacher. Lois was married to Reginald and together they lived in Newport, Oregon. On February 6, 2022 Lois passed away at 86 years old.

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Michael S Taylor - March 12, 1951 - February 04, 2022

Departed: 02/04/2022 (Newport)

Obituary Preview: Michael Taylor was born on March 12, 1951 in Lubbock, Texas to Weldon and Pauline. Michael served in the U.S. Armed Forces. After college, Michael started his career as an electrician in maintenance. During his life, Michael moved to live in Newport, Oregon. On February 4, 2022 Michael passed away at 70 years old.

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Lecile "Tootie" M Jay - November 16, 1934 - January 28, 2022

Departed: 01/28/2022 (Newport)

Obituary Preview: The long lively adventurous life of Lecile May (Tootie) Billedeaux Jay ended peacefully at home on January 28, 2022 surrounded by her children and husband of 70 years, Donald Jay. With her passing the world lost one of the most beautiful and loving souls whose spirit will remain with us forever.

She was born in Kalama, WA on November 16, 1934 to Charlie and Mable Billedeaux. Tootie was an enrolled tribal member of the Blackfeet Tribal Nation of Montana.

During her high school years at Kalama High School, Tootie was a member of the cheerleading squad, secretary for her high school class, and she was named the Strawberry Princess for the Kalama Strawberry Festival in 1951.

Upon graduation from high school, Tootie married Donald Jay in May of 1952. They had four wonderful children. During their 70 years of marriage, the Jay family lived in Portland and Newport, OR and moved back to Portland where they spent 18 wonderful years living on the Columbia River in a houseboat, which enabled them to be able to park their boat next to the house. They were able to take their boat to downtown Portland. While on the Columbia River, Tootie hosted several CEO’s of major financial and insurance companies, the swim float was the perfect setting for these dinner events. Upon retirement they reluctantly left the river and moved to Florence, OR, finally settling in Depoe Bay, OR to be close their children.

During their years in Portland, Don and Tootie were avid square dancers. They attended State and National Square Dancing Festivals and they appeared on local television stations with their square dance troupe. Tootie wore out more than one pair of square dance slippers, sometimes dancing all night long.

She was a partner, board member, and an awesome executive secretary in the family business. She managed office staff and oversaw a payroll of over a million dollars. On one of her adventures she took the office secretaries to a training school in Miami, FL, then through the Florida Keys all the way to Key West, the southern most point of the U.S. She received many business accolades for her excellent work as an Executive Secretary. She was smart, witty, well read, opinionated, beautiful, and she did not suffer fools. If family, friends, and business colleagues were to agree on one word that would describe Tootie, it would be amazing.

Tootie was a founding member of CADET, a company that manufactured electric heating products. The D and T in Cadet stands for Don and Tootie.

Throughout their years in business, the Jays were able to travel extensively to many foreign countries and numerous outstanding resorts. During the 60’s they traveled to Acapulco and Mexico City. In the 70’s to Ireland, England, St Thomas, Hawaii, and went on a Caribbean Cruise. For the 80’s they went to New Zealand, Canada, Acapulco, Cancun, Belgium, and Hawaii. In the 90’s they traveled to Australia, and again to St Thomas and the Virgin Islands with another trip to Hawaii, Canada, and Mexico.

Some of the resorts that she attended are Tan-Tar-A at the Lake of the Ozarks, LA Costa Resort in California, Sun Valley Idaho, del Coronado in San Diego, The Fountain Blue Hotel in Miami Beach, FL as well as Palm Beach and Key West. She traveled to most major cities in the United States and Canada. In 2005 she was able to take one of her favorite trips, which was a 12-day See America by Rail. The train left Albany, OR and went to Branson, Missouri. She also went to Nashville, TN where she was able to attend the Grand Ole Opry as this was a place she always wanted to go as she loved country music. One special bucket list completed.

Tootie had a very full bucket list and she was able to complete most of it. For example, she snorkeled the Great Barrier Reef in Australia. Kissed the Blarney Stone at Blarney Castle, where she was on her back suspended 60’ over the ground in County Cork, Ireland; standing in the water at Paileria Bay in New Zealand on Waitangi days with the Native Maori people launching their 100 man of war canoe; playing with the band in Acapulco, Mexico and eating hog jowls that are considered a specialty food. She also ate kangaroo with the Aborigines in the Outback of Australia. While in the Virgin Islands, she was personally invited to a private tour aboard one of America’s most famous aircraft carrier, the USS Kitty Hawk, which had just returned form the Desert Storm War. She attempted to surf on Waikiki Beach which didn’t go too well, but also snorkeled in Kauai and Cancun, Mexico which went very well. She was able to spend a Saturday night walking down the middle of Bourbon Street in the French Quarter of New Orleans with a hurricane in her hand surrounded by other revelers. While in the Virgin Islands, Tootie and her husband were able to spend several days with Gaylord Perry, one of the greatest baseball pitchers who is in the Baseball Hall of Fame, and while on a camping trip with her family, they met and had dinner with the Surgeon General of Sweden who had just returned from the United Nations.

Tootie also had the pleasure of out fishing Don on every turn, from catching a 42 pound Chinook and 26 at Walleye Pike on Roosevelt Lake in Washington State. She also had a salmon jump into her boat! Tootie also knocked them dead by out fishing the men on a charter off of Palm Beach, FL.

During her retirement years in Depoe Bay, Tootie was happy to be able to spend more time with her family and friends. She touched all with warmth, love and welcome; Tootie was a true giving wife, mother, sister, grandmother, great grandmother, and great great grandmother. The family is overwhelmed by the outpouring of love and affection from everyone who knew her. Tootie’s enduring impact will certainly be in how deeply connected she was with love and care she had for her family.

Tootie was preceded in death by her parents, Charlie and Mabel Billedeaux, brothers Chuck and Don Billedeaux, and her grandson, Stephen Fox.

She will be greatly missed by her husband of 70 years, Donald Jay; daughters Lori (Jerry) Jay-Linstrom, Trudy (Paul) Fox, and Ellen O’Malley; her son Donald (Lynette) Jay Jr; her sister, Lois Grooms; brother and sister in-law Dan and Sharon Billedeaux, as well as 11 grandchildren, 15 great grandchildren, and one great great grandchild.

A celebration of life will be held on March 6, 2022 from 1-4pm at the American Legion in Newport.

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Patrick G Di Luccia - July 03, 1931 - December 29, 2021

Departed: 12/29/2021 (Newport)

Obituary Preview: Patrick Gus DiLuccia was born in Paterson, New Jersey, July 3, 1931.  He and his parents, Gus and Theresa DiLuccia, moved to Burbank California when Pat was only

3 years old.  He had two younger brothers, Don and Rich.

Pat graduated from Bellarmine-Jefferson High School and attended a 2-year college studying art. On June 2, 1956, Pat was united in marriage to Anita (Ricotta) in Burbank, California.  Pat was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather.  He loved time with family, the ocean, gardening, playing family poker, and reading.  He especially loved all things cars!

As a young man, Pat served 4 years in the United States Air Force, achieving the rank of Airman First Class.  He was a veteran of the Korean War and earned the Korean, United Nations, and National Defense Service Medals. Pat returned from military service and began a long life of entrepreneurship.  He loved to work.  He started several businesses with his brothers, most notably as Chevron Corporation service station owners in Southern California.

Pat and Anita resided for over 20 years in Paso Robles, California, where he reluctantly retired at the age of 82.  In 2017, they moved to Logsden, Oregon. He loved to watch the beautiful Siletz River run past their house while sitting on the back deck.

Pat went home to be with the Lord on December 29, 2021.  He was preceded in death by his parents and youngest brother, Rich.  He is survived by his wife Anita, his daughters, Nikki Tolley and her husband Joe, Jackie Hubble and her husband John, his five grandchildren, one great grandson, his brother Don, many nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends. Pat will be remembered for his love of family, his generosity, and his enduring faith in God.  Pat grew to be a mighty man of God who lived his faith in front of everyone who knew him.  Pat read his Bible daily.  At last count, he was on his seventh trip through the Bible!  The family takes comfort in the confidence that Pat heard those words, "Well done, good and faithful servant," as he entered rest with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ! Graveside service is Saturday, February 5th  1pm Siletz Riverside Cemetery

Please come prepared for inclement weather. Patrick DiLuccia’s family welcome any contribution you might like to make to his local Veterans of Foreign Wars Post: VFW Post 732 P.O.Box 344 Siletz, OR 97380 (Contributions to be made in memory of Patrick DiLuccia

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Sharon A Andersen - January 11, 1945 - December 07, 2021

Departed: 12/07/2021 (Newport)

Obituary Preview: Sharon Andersen was born on January 11, 1945 in Bellingham, Washington to Albert and Evelyn. After high school, Sharon worked in offshore investments. Sharon was married to Charles, and together they lived in Newport, Oregon. On December 7, 2021 Sharon passed away at 76 years old.

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Sharon A Rogers - March 28, 1959 - December 05, 2021

Departed: 12/05/2021 (Newport)

Obituary Preview: Sharon Ann Rogers March 28, 1959 – December 5, 2021

Sharon Ann Rogers of Toledo, OR passed away of cancer on December 5, 2021 in Corvallis, OR at 62 years old.

Sharon was born on March 28, 1959 in Toledo, OR to Ina Rogers (Parks) and Loyd Vaughn.

She worked at the Lincoln County School District for 42 years. She was an amazing mother, and a phenomenal grandma! She enjoyed gardening and being with her grandkids.

Sharon is preceded in death by her father, Joe Rogers, and sister, Theresa Vaughn.

She is survived by her daughter, Brittany (Kyler) Wafford; mother, Ina Rogers; brothers, Mike Rogers, Jack Rogers, Jerry Vaughn, and Larry Vaughn; sister, Carla Gaton; granddaughter Abbigail; grandson Kane, and many nieces and nephews.

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Michael G Noel - January 27, 1962 - November 21, 2021

Departed: 11/21/2021 (Newport)

Obituary Preview: Michael Noel was born on January 27, 1962 in Topeka, Kansas to William and Patricia. After receiving his Bachelor's degree, Michael became an accountant. During his life, Michael moved to live in Waldport, Oregon where he lived for the rest of his life. On November 21, 2021 Michael passed away at the age of 59 years old.

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Leona A Reed - January 29, 1953 - September 27, 2021

Departed: 09/27/2021 (Newport)

Obituary Preview: Leona Ann Reed was born on January 29, 1953 in Tillamook Oregon to Vern and Jean Stoll. They lived in Tillamook until 1955 at which time they move to Newberg Oregon. They left Newberg in 1958 and moved to Salem where she lived until she went to college.

Leona made her choice to serve the Lord during her middle school years then recommitted herself during high school. She had an unwavering love for the Truth of God. She often talked about having faith, having an increase of faith and faith in difficult situations. She also loved having an open home, having meeting at her home and the fellowship of the friends and Workers.

Leona graduated from North Salem High School in 1971 and started at Linfield College in 1972. She attended Linfield, Oregon State University and spent a year at the University of Stuttgart in Germany. She graduated from OSU in 1975 with a degree in education. She started her teaching career at Dundee Elementary School teaching 3rd grade that same year.

It was during Leona’s second year of teaching that she met her husband, Jeff. After about a year of dating they were married on November 25, 1977. She continued teaching full time until they started their family. After the boys were all in school she was a substitute teacher for over 20 years. She also was very involved in the art literacy program at Mable Rush School.

Leona and Jeff went on to have 3 boys Daniel, Randy and Jason. They raised their family in Newberg and eventually moved to Newport in June of 2020 and resided there until her passing.

Leona loved to travel. In addition to the many, many camping trips all over the west she enjoyed multiple trips to the Caribbean, two trips to Europe, a trip to Japan with her Aunt Dorothy Fry, going through the Panama Canal with Bernie and Tamara on their sailboat and many, many trips to Hawaii.

Leona was an avid water fan. She taught water aerobics in Newberg for about 10 years, was a good water skier and loved the pool at home. One of her favorite things to do was have the young kids and mothers over during the week for a pool day. Lots of good memories around the pool.

She loved our family get togethers at birthdays and other holidays. Being a great cook she was always busy putting things together so we could all have a good time.

Leona had a special place in her heart for the less fortunate. Those who just couldn’t quite take care of themselves and struggled in life. Either through mental illness, substance abuse or just unfortunate circumstances. Jeff and Leona have a home that house 3 adult men with mental disabilities. She would often say “We can’t sell that place, what would they do, we have to keep that home”. She was an active member of NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness).

She is survived by her husband Jeff, son and wife Daniel and Rachel along with their son Zeke, son and wife Randy and Becky and their children Deanna and Ashton and son Jason, her brother Bernie and wife Tamara, step sisters Traci, Kay and step bother Mark along with many nieces and nephews aunts and uncles and many friends. Her long time college friend Valerie Cline played a special role in Leona’s life and she always valued her time with her.

Her life was a race well ran. Crossing the finish line on this earth with grace and victory. A faith that questioned not.

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Richard Hooper - July 07, 1950 - September 07, 2021

Departed: 09/07/2021 (Newport)

Obituary Preview: Born in Richfield, Utah in 1950, Richard Craig Hooper was a free-thinker who liked to understand how things work and their history. As a teenager, he worked at Lagoon (the local amusement park outside Salt Lake City) and in his spare time tinkered with vacuum tubes and transistors and read books about English history, never expecting that in his later years he would get to virtually explore the streets of London from a laptop. He played the accordion. He attended the University of Utah and co-owned Mobile Television, a TV sales and repair store. For most of his life, an enormous dictionary held pride of place in his living room. He would consult it during conversation, discovering unexpected etymologies and linguistic quirks. You can imagine his delight when Wikipedia first appeared.Richard believed in liberty of all kinds but most of all the right to be left alone so long as you weren't hurting others. He was a successful salesman for McKesson—a drug-dealer, as his sister Debbie joked—traveling to pharmacies and learning innumerable roads and diners in the middle of the country between the Rockies and the Mississippi. He was known for his friendliness and superior mustache. But he bristled at being someone's employee. So he eventually quit the corporate world and pursued his dream of running another small business, South Beach Grocery on the coast of Oregon, which he co-owned with Lloyd Grantham and operated until 2011. His lovely neighbor, the late Nedra Joham, got him excited about botany, so in his spare time he cultivated a beautiful garden with the help of plant expert Susan Coast. He spent many happy days in South Beach with close friends John and Ginger Johnston.Richard didn't think he would stay in Oregon forever. Too rainy, he said, though good for the flowers. But it was his final resting place in the end. He passed away at home in South Beach on September 7, 2021. He is survived by his mother, Anna Hooper, sisters, Marianne (Don) Jerome and Debbie Ashley, sons James (Lynsee) Knowlton and Ryan (Molly) Tack-Hooper, grandchildren Alexander, Milo, and Finn, nieces, and nephews. There will be no formal services. He would rather have you do whatever you might otherwise enjoy doing, in all the infinite diversity of what that might be, and maybe spend the gas money on something that brings you or someone else a little joy. Those seeking to remember his life are encouraged to leave comments on his Facebook page. If he were still around and reading this, he might tell you that the word "obituary" comes to us from a Latin euphemism for death, "to go to meet," and then crack a joke about having to go to one last meeting. He will be dearly missed.

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Roxanne K Dinsmore - December 03, 1947 - August 31, 2021

Departed: 08/31/2021 (Newport)

Obituary Preview: Roxanne Dinsmore was born in Denver, Colorado to Loui and Charlotte on December 3, 1947. After college, Roxanne became a real estate broker. Roxanne was married to Harvey and together they lived in Depoe Bay, Oregon. On August 31, 2021 Roxanne passed away at 73 years old. She is survived by her husband Harvey.

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Maxene D Bahr - September 13, 1924 - August 06, 2021

Departed: 08/06/2021 (Newport)

Obituary Preview: Maxene Dunlap Bahr passed away on August 6, 2021, at the age of 96. Maxene was born to parents Neal Dunlap and Hazel Hinshaw Dunlap on September 13, 1924, in the small northern California town of Gridley. Her early years were spent living on the California Duck Club, a 175 -acre private membership hunting club located at the base of the Sutter Buttes near Colusa. Her father managed the club, and her mother cooked for the 75 members. Maxene treasured memories of a carefree childhood in the great outdoors, swimming, boating and fishing with her three brothers and one sister. In 1938 her family relocated to Citrus Heights, California. She graduated from San Juan High School and married Jaye C Ezzell in 1944. Daughters Linda and Catherine were born in 1945 and 1949.

During her working years Maxene worked as executive and administrative assistants, mostly in the legal and law enforcement fields. She also worked in the public and private school sectors, and the Bremerton Police Department while Jaye was stationed there during the war. They lived in the Sacramento and surrounding gold rush areas until moving in 1959 to the San Fernando Valley of southern California.

Maxene was an avid horsewoman, and when she married Jack Bahr in 1963, they spent many active years as members of Equestrian Trails Inc., an organization dedicated to the preservation of permanent riding trails throughout the Southern California area. Jack also served in the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Mounted Posse and Maxene was active in the Auxiliary.

They moved to Cottage Grove, Oregon in 1967 where they lived until retirement, after which she and Jack toured extensively throughout the United States in their motor home. In 1979 they moved to Newport near her daughters. Jack died in 1991 after a long battle with leukemia. Maxene joined Pacific Communities Hospital Hospice in 1997 and was passionate about her bereavement volunteer assignment. She also served on the Hospice Advisory Committee. She worked several years as a seasonal employee for the County Tax Department. She was a long- time member of the First Presbyterian Church where she served as the Sunday morning greeter and on various assignments. She loved horses, cats, the great outdoors, camping on beautiful central Oregon lakes, and spending time with her family and friends. She was a talented writer and voracious reader and crossword puzzle fan.

Maxene is survived by daughters Linda (Ray) Pitzer and Catherine (Dave) Mair; grandchildren Mary (Dave) Hansen, Ted (Breann) Pitzer, Jennifer (Shane) Turner, and Jack (Verity) Kent; great-daughter Sydney Hansen, and great-grandson Raymond Pitzer. In accordance with her wishes, there will be no public service. The family will have a private gathering.

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Shawn Noel - May 06, 1963 - August 06, 2021

Departed: 08/06/2021 (Newport)

Obituary Preview: Shawn Noel born in Topeka, Kansas on May 6, 1963 to William R. Noel and Patricia M. Noel. After his family moved from Kansas to Oregon in 1963 Shawn spent his life at the Oregon Coast enjoying hunting, fishing, and camping. On August 6th, 2021, Shawn passed away. A Celebration of Life will be held at 4:00 on Saturday, August 14th at the Uptown Pub in Newport

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Donald "Larry" Egger - June 23, 1947 - July 21, 2021

Departed: 07/21/2021 (Newport)

Obituary Preview: Donald "Larry" Egger, 74, passed away from natural causes at his home in Waldport. He was born in Kentfield, Ca in 1947. Larry and his wife Joyce Egger were owners of Moby Dick's in Newport from 2001 to 2009. He was preceded in death by Tanya Matson, daughter, Sally Egger, sister, Donald L. Egger Sr., father, and Diane B. Egger, mother. Survived by wife, Joyce Egger, Stepson Jeremy Condiff, Grandson, Aaron Matson, Cherie Egger, Sister, and Lisamarie Palmer, niece.

A celebration of life will be held at the American Legion - Newport on 9/09/2021 from 1:00 p.m.- 3:00 p.m.

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William L Hillegas - February 25, 1934 - July 21, 2021

Departed: 07/21/2021 (Newport)

Obituary Preview: William Hillegas was born on February 25, 1934 to Chester and Conseula in Fresno, California. After high school, he served in the U.S Armed Forces. For his career, William became a Navy cook. William was married to Norma, and together they had a family. During his life, William moved to Waldport, Oregon. On July 21, 2021 William passed away at 87 years old. William is preceded in death by his wife Norma. He is survived by his son Mikell.

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Patricia M Slinger - September 07, 1929 - July 02, 2021

Departed: 07/02/2021 (Newport)

Obituary Preview: Obituary for Patricia Mae Slinger September 7, 1929 – July 2, 2021

Patricia was born September 7, 1929 in Myrtle Point, Oregon to Estelle Flora & Frank Lee Porter. She had an older brother, Paul Roger, who was killed in a logging accident at the age of 17. She also had a half-brother, Nile W Porter who died before her in August 2019. Patricia worked in the food industry in her younger days then as a stay at home Mom for many years. When her children became older, she took a job as a mail carrier out of Waldport. She was very dedicated to her job and would make sure her customers got their delivery even if it meant she got out of her car and walked the mail to their homes due to a road blockage or even when she was in a hit and run accident where she did not go to the hospital but got a friend to help her finish the delivering the mail for that day. Patricia had that job for 25 years before retiring.

She was a believer in our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ and was baptized when she was younger at the Christian Church in Nye Beach. Patricia attended the Baptist Church of Waldport until she was unable to get to the service.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Estelle and Frank Porter, brother Paul Roger, Grandson, Courtney John Hayes, and Great Granddaughter, Destiny Grace Fields. She is survived by her children Paul Aramis, Pam (Gary) Blockus, Sandy (Larry) Corliss, Joanna Noonchester, James Slinger, Frank (Barbara) Slinger, 10 grandchildren,15 great grandchildren and 1 great-great grandchild. She will be buried at the Eureka Cemetery in Newport Oregon. A family celebration will be conducted later in August.

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Peggy Kjellsen - December 17, 1936 - April 27, 2021

Departed: 04/27/2021 (Newport)

Obituary Preview: Peggy Kjellsen

She was born on December 17, 1936, in Volga, South Dakota to James and Sadie Wilson. After receiving her Associate's Degree, Peggy worked in selling insurance. She had a family, including her daughter Lisa. During her life, Peggy moved to live in Newport, Oregon, which she made her forever home. Peggy Kjellsen, 84, of Newport, Oregon, passed away on April 27, 2021.

Affordable Burial and Cremation is handling arrangements.

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Allen W Townsend - February 08, 1957 - April 23, 2021

Departed: 04/23/2021 (Newport)

Obituary Preview: Allen Wayne Townsend of Seal Rock was born in Fort Monmouth, New Jersey on February 8, 1957, and died after a five year long ordeal with cancer on April 23, 2021. He was introduced to salmon fishing in Newport by his Grandfather, Clarence Faulkner. By 1980, he had begun his career as a commercial salmon fisherman in Newport. He was the owner/operator of the F/V Sunwest. After the total closure of salmon fishing for the year 2006, he became one of the first participants in the NOAA CROOS program, and for several years was one of the top providers of salmon DNA and scale samples for scientists studying the migration patterns of Chinook Salmon along the Oregon coast.

He is survived by his parents Clarence "Ron" Townsend and Alta "Val" Townsend of South Beach, his brother Dr. Ronald Townsend of Denver, Colorado, and sister Diane Biggs of Corvallis, Oregon. He will be missed by the fleet and his many friends. His wish was that any remembrances be in the form of donations to organizations dedicated to the welfare of animals.

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Jessie Stogsdill - November 20, 1925 - April 22, 2021

Departed: 04/22/2021 (Newport)

Obituary Preview: Jessie Thomas Stogsdill passed away in his home in Newport, Oregon on April 22, 2021, with his wife Margaret by his side.

He was the seventh of eleven children and was born in Ambrose, Texas on November 20, 1925 to Gracie Ethel and Albert Sherman Stogsdill.

In the early 1950's he moved to Oregon and made a career working for Pacific Power and Light, mostly in Corvallis. He was married to Maggie Dillard Sweetin for 24 years and together they raised five children.

Jess married Margaret Cichy in 1979 and they shared over 40 happy years in each others company, especially during their retirement in Newport, Oregon. He was a long time member of the Independent Order of Odd Fellows in Corvallis, loved to play pool and was an avid bowler. He continued to bowl on a league in Toledo until he turned 93. Jess was also a very proud WWII combat veteran, joining the U.S. Army shortly after his 18th birthday in 1943.

Jess is survived by his wife Margaret; five children, Kathy Stogsdill of Corvallis, Jon Stogsdill and his wife Marian of Fernley, Nevada, Amy Hayden of Springfield, Oregon, Heidi Powers and her husband Scott of Sunriver, and Susan Stogsdill of Corvallis; three step-daughters, JoAnn York-Gilmore and her husband Mark of Anacortes, Washington, Jayne Simmons and her husband Jim of Cornelius, and Julie Palucacos and her husband Tom of Apollo, Pennsylvania. He is also survived by his brother Clet Stogsdill of Savoy, Texas and Sister Thresa Smith of Sussex, Wisconsin; numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his bothers Roscoe and A.Q., sisters Ova Mae Sappington, Alberta Cravens, Opal Stedham, Jewel Malone, Frances Carr, and Wanda Reeves; son-in-law, Bob Hayden, and grandson, Jason Powers.

A veterans memorial service will be held at the Toledo VFW hall on June 26, 2021 at 12:00.

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Rodney L Anderson - December 18, 1947 - March 29, 2021

Departed: 03/29/2021 (Newport)

Obituary Preview: Rodney Lee Anderson passed away Monday, March 29th after a long and courageous battle with cancer. His son Dylan Anderson and daughter-in-law Amy Anderson were at his side.

Rodney was one of three children born to Leonard and Doris Anderson of Toledo, Oregon. He was preceded in death by his beloved sister Rhonda Hamstreet and is survived by his older brother Leonard L. Anderson.

During his working years Rodney lived the life of a “pile-buck,” building bridges and docks throughout the Pacific Northwest and Hawaii. Upon retirement from bridge building he purchased a salmon trawler and fished the coasts of Oregon and Alaska. After finally settling down he could be found paddling his beloved kayaks up and down the Yaquina River, planning his next big adventure to Alaska or the San Juan Islands.

Rodney’s strong will and unique personality will be missed by all who knew him; but most especially by his son Dylan and daughter-in-law Amy, his “adopted” grandchildren, his niece Kari Mueller and her family, his nephew Brent Hamstreet and his family, his niece Kayleen Davis and particularly her daughter Jessica.

We love and miss you Pops, always.

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Dottie Toler - December 04, 1930 - March 25, 2021

Departed: 03/25/2021 (Newport)

Obituary Preview: Dottie Toler always loved the Pacific Northwest nearly as much as she loved coffee. After retirement, she spent a couple of decades in an RV, spending most of her time on the Oregon and Washington coasts, traveling with her dog and her parrot. Eventually she settled in Newport Oregon until 2019 when she was involved with one last RV road trip with her gracious son Larry, moving her to spend her final days with her loving daughter Susan.

Dottie is survived by her brother Don, her children Larry and Susan, her vast Texas family including her most beloved, also red headed, grandson Colten & granddaughter Dusty who cared, loved and 'worked' with her; and her daughter in all but genetics, Debbi; her exchange student son Didier & her step daughter MaryAnn. Her beloved dog Angus went across the rainbow bridge a few months ahead of her to scout the way.

Dottie was born in 1930 in Douglas Arizona, grew up in California, earned her RN at St. Francis in San Francisco, after which she and her friends Sue and Bobbi started on a trip working their way around the world as nurses. Sue and Bobbi made it as far as Seattle before they were married, Dottie then went to New York where she met her first husband. After a brief sojourn in Cleveland Ohio where their son Larry was born, they moved to San Jose where their daughter Susan was born. She raised a family in Felton, nestled in the redwoods in the Santa Cruz mountains, where she divorced Mark, eventually married her second husband Vern, and traveled the world. After Vern passed on, Dottie stayed in the Northwest year round.

People who knew her in recent years knew of her activities with the Red Hat society. In addition to her career as a nurse, including surgery, neonatal and ICU nursing her activities and interests throughout her life would fill a long and diverse resume. Her menagerie of pets even included an otter. She earned her ham radio license in the 1950s, collected rocks, was an avid photographer and the hats she crocheted for those she considered family were legendary. Long before fusion cuisine became a thing her culinary adventures were unconstrained by culture or custom.

Dottie was a woman of countless pursuits, many of which she did better than most.

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Gerry L Carrick - September 30, 1934 - March 20, 2021

Departed: 03/20/2021 (Newport)

Obituary Preview: Gerry Lou Carrick was born in Toledo, Oregon on September 30, 1934 to Dollie Veneta Stockdale and Wesley Arthur Parfitt. She went home with her mother to Grandpa Stockdale’s homestead in Burnt Woods after 10 days in the hospital.

In 1940, Dolly moved to Corvallis and was working as a waitress when she met the love of her life, Delbert “Deb” Follett, a burly and gentle logger. Deb married Dollie and adopted Gerry and her sister Patricia. Mom always referred to Deb as “Papa” and they were very close.

From 1940 to 1946, Gerry and her family moved from one Oregon logging camp to another in the Willamette Valley, places such as Alpine and Valsetz. Finally, in 1946, the Folletts moved to Waldport and settled down. Mom went to school and became friends with Darlene Lundy (Pankey), Boopy Lundy (Bacon) and Shirley Dallenbach (Robertson). Darlene became mom’s best friend and it remained that way for 75 years, until Mom passed away.

In 1948, during her sophomore year at Waldport High School, a major event occurred that would forever shape mom’s life, when she came down with Polio. Mom was taken to the Doernbecher Children’s Hospital in Portland for treatment. It didn’t look good for her, as she almost had to be treated with the iron lung breathing machine, But mom was a fighter and she triumphed over a tough opponent. The effect of the virus would leave her unable to participate in athletics, which she loved.

Mom graduated from Waldport High School in 1951 and went to Portland to attend business school, where she earned a certificate in Business Studies. Gerry came back to Waldport and started working. In 1955, she met a handsome devil named Clyde George Carrick and on January 28, 1956 they were married at the Waldport Presbyterian Church.

Mom commuted to Toledo to work as a secretary at the Georgia Pacific Mill until 1959, when Clyde O. was delivered on December 16, 1959. 21 months later, mom delivered Cord J. on September 11, 1961. Gerry became a stay at home mom, chauffeuring the boys to various events such as Cub Scouts, School and Little League. Gerry and her Mom Dollie were instrumental in founding the Waldport Public Library, holding the first two cards issued. Mom was also a lifetime member of the Waldport Women of the Moose Lodge #396, becoming Senior Regent, just like her mother and sister.

Gerry returned to the workforce in 1970, when she started to work at the Lincoln County School District, working as a librarian and teachers aide in the Waldport-Yachats area. Gerry was very patient and worked with students who needed extra help. When I would visit Mom in Waldport after she retired in 1994, I was amazed at how many of her former students would come up to visit with we were grocery shopping. I could tell she had made a positive impact on their lives, and Mom is one of the big reasons why I made a career change to education.

Gerry was a proud mother of her two boys and their success, as both graduated from Waldport High School and Linfield College. Both married and blessed Mom/Dad with four grandchildren.

Once retired, Clyde and Gerry became “snowbirds”, spending the winters in Yuma, Arizona, where they made many friends. Mom found swimming in the park pool helpful, as it helped her with the damage caused by Polio and Post Polio Syndrome, which attacked the nerves in her legs. Clyde and Gerry were members of the Nostalgia Car Club of Yuma, where they participated in many parades and club activities. They also liked to go out into the desert to explore, along with going to Algadones, Mexico and the Yuma Dogtrack Flea Market.

In 2010, Clyde and Gerry resumed living in Oregon full time. They stayed home in Waldport, spending time with their sons and grandchildren. Cord lived on the property and helped to take care of the folks.

On October 11, 2016, Clyde passed away unexpectedly. Cord became the primary caregiver for Mom, allowing Mom to stay living at home. The damage done by Polio and Dementia were too much, and she died peacefully at home to be with her family and friends in Heaven on Mar 20, 2021 . Survivors include sons Clyde O. (Marie) of Eureka, CA; Cord J. of Waldport; Niece Michelle Brown of Keizer; Nephew William Beardsley (Deceased); Great Nephew Jason Smith (Sheelah) of Spring Valley, CA; Great Niece Tia Brown of Toledo; Great Niece Tamera Beardsley of Coos Bay; Great Nephew William Moorehouse of Florence; Grandaughters Faith and Sarah Carrick of Eureka, CA; Grandsons Brandon Holmes (Janie) of Vancouver, WA and Jason Carrick (Seana) of Waldport.

Special thanks to Vickey Duncan, who was instrumental in making mom’s final days in hospice comfortable; Samaritan Hospice for helping mom to live at home during her final days; and her best friend Darlene Pankey of Waldport, who talked daily with her best friend of 75 years.

Gerry was cremated and her ashes were scattered with her husband Clyde’s on the grounds of their 10 acre spread.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday October 2nd, 2021 at the Waldport Moose Lodge from 1-3 PM, where Gerry was a lifetime member. All those who knew and loved Gerry are invited to attend. NOTE: Wearing of masks and social distancing is required indoors, per Governor Brown’s directive to stop the spread of Covid 19.

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James "Jim" P Pfleger - December 17, 1948 - March 19, 2021

Departed: 03/19/2021 (Newport)

Obituary Preview: James Philip Pfleger, “Jim”, was born in Boston on December 17, 1948 to Catherine Francis and Frank Syblie. He grew up as the youngest of 9 children. A true free spirit, Jim left home at 16 and wandered the United States for many years, working jobs such as a deep sea fisherman on trawlers in the North Atlantic and the Bering Sea, as a drug and alcohol counselor in Arctic Alaska, and as a journeyman painter.

Jim was a spiritual seeker his whole life, and a great devotee of the Divine Mother. In the last 4 years of his life, he lived in Waldport, Oregon with his close friend of 24 years, Jenny Lamb. He was a most beloved and loyal friend to many. At 72 years old, Jim left his body peacefully on March 19, 2021.

Jim is survived by his siblings Charles Mary Elliott, Susan Fitzpatrick, and Louis Doyle. He had MANY nieces and nephews who loved him along with MANY great nieces and nephews that he enjoyed when he was visiting. He is going to be truly missed by all.

Ever the kind and compassionate person, Jim asks those who want to honor him “to share a kindness with the world.

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Nancy E Larsen - January 26, 1947 - March 05, 2021

Departed: 03/05/2021 (Newport)

Obituary Preview: Nancy Ellen Larsen (nee Dickinson) died at peace in Newport, Oregon on March 5th at the age of 74. Nancy is survived by her wife and partner of 30 years Louise Hemphill, her children from her first marriage, Steve Larsen, Eric Larsen and Jenny Larsen, her sister Willa Dawson and sister in-law Margie Dickinson, her 6 grandchildren Nick Larsen, Riley Larsen, James Larsen, May Larsen, Abi Larsen and Jeffrey Hayes. Nancy had many cousins, nieces and nephews and had a special bond with her nephew David Dickinson and her niece Wendy Ryan. Nancy is preceded in death by her father, mother and her brother Earl Dickinson.

Nancy was born in January of 1947 in Fort Collins, Colorado to Earl Dickinson and Ruth Dickinson (nee Heckenlaible). She graduated from Pacific Lutheran University in 1980 with a degree in Education. She undertook her Master’s degree at the University of Oregon from 1985 to 1987. She was an educator in Washington state, in Waldport and Toledo High School in Oregon, teaching English and Theater. She had a significant impact on the lives of many young people, and to her joy, many of her students kept in regular contact throughout her life. In 2000 Nancy’s life was extended by a kidney donation from her dear friend and neighbor Bo Harrington. Creativity was the guiding force in Nancy’s life, and she expressed it through her passion for theater. In addition to teaching theater Nancy would produce plays and musicals with her students. She would take her Toledo High School Students on trips to London and New York to experience theater. In the early 90s she was a director for Peace Child, a theater collaboration with the Soviet Union, Peace Child took her to Russia with a group of American children. At the Performing Arts Center in Newport, Nancy directed many shows with The Red Octopus Theater Company. Her first at the PAC was Quilters and sparked her love of Quilting. “Pieces of lives, patches and tatters. All of the precious, the little, the matter of our lives.” (Quilters)

When Nancy was not in the classroom or theater, she was putting her creativity into her art. Her medium was thread and fabric and she was a master at her crafts. The quilts that Nancy made for family, friends and competitions are treasures that will last generations. Every member of her family has special heirlooms that will continue to bring joy. Her unfinished projects and materials will be taken up and finished by the hands of the Knotty Ladies, a quilting group Nancy was a part of that not only inspire each other but support each other with love.

Nancy was cared for by the kind staff at Samaritans hospital before her passing and was comfortable and at peace. It was her wish to not have a service. Nancy was a traveler in life and was ready for the next journey. Her final show at the Performing Arts Center was Hamlet, “To die, to sleep To sleep, perchance to dream ay, there's the rub, For in this sleep of death what dreams may come...”

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is an obituary?

An obituary is a public notice, often seen in newspapers and online platforms, which announces the death of a person and provides a brief overview of their life, including their accomplishments, family members, and information on the upcoming funeral or memorial services.

Is an obituary the same as a death notice?

No, an obituary is not the same as a death notice. A death notice is a briefer statement that informs the public of a person's passing and often includes basic funeral information, while an obituary includes a more detailed account of the person's life and legacy.

What should be included in an obituary?

An obituary typically includes the deceased's full name, dates of birth and death, a short biography, a list of surviving family members and predeceased family members, and information about the funeral or memorial services. Tributes or special messages may also be included.

Who writes an obituary?

Obituaries are often written by family members of the deceased, or sometimes by the funeral home. Journalists may write obituaries for notable figures.

Is it mandatory to publish an obituary?

No, there is no legal requirement to publish an obituary. It is a personal choice made by the family or representatives of the deceased.

How do I submit an obituary to a newspaper or online service?

Obituaries can usually be submitted to newspapers or online services by contacting the publication directly and inquiring about their submission process, which often includes filling out a form and paying a fee.

How much does it cost to publish an obituary?

The cost to publish an obituary varies widely depending on the publication's reach and length of the obituary. Prices can range from a moderate fee for a local newspaper to a more significant cost for larger publications or online obituary services.

Can I include a photo in the obituary?

Yes, most publications allow the inclusion of a photo with the obituary. However, some may charge an additional fee for this service.

How long does an obituary stay published?

In print media, an obituary typically appears for a single day or a set number of editions. Online obituaries may remain indefinitely on a website or until the publication's archiving policy takes effect.

What is an appropriate length for an obituary?

An appropriate length for an obituary can vary, but it generally ranges from a few sentences to several paragraphs. It should be long enough to convey essential information about the deceased's life and inform the community about the death, but concise enough to meet publication standards and cost constraints.

Can anyone write an obituary for a loved one?

Yes, family members, friends, or anyone close to the deceased can write an obituary. It is important that the writer has access to accurate information about the person's life and family.

What is the deadline for submitting an obituary to a newspaper?

The deadline for submitting an obituary will vary by publication. It’s typically one to two days before the desired publication date, but be sure to check with the specific newspaper or website for exact deadlines.

Can an obituary be edited after publication?

Once an obituary is published in print, it cannot be edited. However, online obituaries may sometimes be updated or corrected if an error is discovered.

What if I want to publish an obituary but have a limited budget?

If budget is a concern, consider publishing a shorter death notice instead. Additionally, some local newspapers offer free or reduced-cost options, and online platforms may have free or low-cost submission services.

Is it possible to publish an obituary for someone who died several years ago?

Yes, it is possible to publish an obituary for someone who died some time ago. This can serve as a way to memorialize the deceased on an anniversary of their death or if an obituary was not published at the time of passing.

How can I personalize an obituary?

To personalize an obituary, include anecdotes, personal interests, hobbies, and significant achievements of the deceased, or even a favorite quote or poem that reflects their spirit and personality.

Are there any legal requirements or restrictions when writing an obituary?

While there are generally no strict legal requirements, it is important to be truthful and to respect the privacy of the deceased's family members. Avoid including sensitive personal information that could lead to identity theft or other issues.

What can I do if an obituary contains incorrect information?

If an obituary contains incorrect information and it’s published online, contact the publication to request a correction. For print obituaries, a correction notice can be printed in a subsequent edition of the newspaper.

Can I write an obituary for a pet?

Yes, many people choose to write obituaries for their pets as a way to celebrate their life and the joy they brought. Some newspapers and online services offer space specifically for pet obituaries.

How do I handle writing an obituary for someone with a complicated or difficult history?

Writing an obituary for someone with a complicated past can be challenging. Focus on the positive aspects of their life and the meaningful impact they had on those around them. It's also acceptable to omit sensitive information that might cause unnecessary pain to the family and loved ones.

What is a common mistake to avoid when writing an obituary?

A common mistake is including too much personal detail that could lead to identity theft, such as exact birthdates or addresses. Another is failing to have the obituary proofread, which can result in typing errors or incorrect information.