Lore Kresky died March 13, 2026 after a lengthy illness.  She was 78.  Lore was born in Germany to a U.S. Air Force family.  During her younger years, her family travelled throughout the US and UK before settling in California.  After graduating from high school, she worked in civil service.  She met her husband during high school at a friend’s party.  A pillow fight ensued and they were smitten.  Four years later they were married; the rest of ...

Throughout his long life, curiosity propelled Rick DeYoung. He loved to go – anywhere, anyhow: waterskiing, snowmobiling, sailing, flying, RV’ing. Everything floated his boat. He loved people – however his path crossed theirs. None were strangers – just friends he hadn’t yet made. Rick especially relished the companionship forged over the course of his favorite sports’ seasons, or hours spent working side-by-side, or just miles traveled together. From ...

Adeline passed away the morning of Feb 23 after years of living with dementia. She is survived by her husband Bill, son Lon, sisters Mary, Doreen and Teri. Predeceasd by her mother Julia, father Alfred, and brothers Alfred and Joseph. Adi was born in Wilkes-Barre PA. She grew up and graduated high school in South Amboy, N.J. A few years later she married and gave birth to a most excellent son. Her travels took her to California and Colorado, where she re-married.  Dumping the cold ...

Angelina Elizabeth (Flood) Eglin was born on October 25, 1955 in Ft. George Meade, Maryland to Doreen Taylor Flood.  Angel grew up in Greenbelt, Maryland with her mom and maternal grandparents, who lived across the court, and where she spent many happy hours helping her grandpa with his garden and helping her grandma bake.  Angel developed her love of the outdoors with her mom as they spent many weekends camping all around the area. In 1973, Angel became a proud member of the ...

It is with great sorrow to announce the death of our beloved husband, father, grandfather and friend. Tom was called home on Thursday January 29th. We mourn that he left us too soon, but we felt he went peacefully. He will be greatly missed. He preceded in death by his beloved parents.   Thomas Franklin Knight, born 15 January 1951 in San Diego, California. He was the third child of Howard Wineman Knight and  Marylin Ruth Johnson. He grew up in San Diego where he played in a ...

Gene Edward Elliott, was born on September 9, 1948, in Arkansas City, Kansas.  He was the son of Paul & Virginia Elliott.  He passed away on January 26, 2026 from congestive heart failure at the age of 77 in Roseburg, OR Gene married Catherine (Cathy) Riedel on February 25, 1969 in Great Bend, KS. They had two sons, Heath and Joseph Elliott. The family moved from Kansas to Oregon in 1987 where Gene worked in the timber industry before taking over a barber shop in Myrtle ...

“Now, these three remain, faith, hope, and love.  But the greatest of these is love.” 1 Corinthians 13:3. Caroline McKemy, a long-time Bandon resident and member of the St. John’s Episcopal Church, died peacefully on 12/5/25, with her children by her side. Caroline was born in Evansville Indiana.  When Caroline was only three, her father – Norman Lukens -- died in the aftermath of the Ohio River Flood of 1937, leaving  Caroline and her older brother ...

William (Bill) Hale Johnson was born April 5, 1949, in Onawa, Iowa and died at his home December 1, 2025, in Roseburg, Oregon.  He was preceded in death by his parents Robert William and Virginia Jean (Hale) Johnson.  Remaining to honor his memory are his wife of 30 years, Laurie, sons Bill, Randy, Ricky, Gary, and Christopher Mergen.  Also, stepsons Brandon Nogafsky, and foster daughter, Rebecca Louve Yao.  Also honoring his memory are his well-loved grandchildren (15), ...

Greetings from the great beyond to all my relatives and friends. I believe that I am of sound mind as I write this to let you all know how much you have meant to me during my earthly years. I was born to George and Anna in Olean, New York, on March 30 – the year is immaterial as I was always 29 years of age. I met Lloyd Zimmerman while attending Craig Colony School of Nursing and after graduation, we were married in 1956. We were able to be together at ...

Delfino C. Coco, age 95, Myrtle Creek, Oregon sadly passed away peacefully on November 08, 2025.  He now joins our mother Christina and is ready to proceed on to his next journey.  He was born on January 16, 1930, in Pueblo, Colorado to the late Charles and Louisa Coco.  He married the late Christina Aragon in 1951 and through the years together they had 5 children: Ronnie, Donna, Joni, Annabel, and Gordon.  He enlisted in the United States Army during the Korean War ...

Michael Laurence Sandahl, 84, of Oakland, Oregon, passed away on November 4, 2025, of heart and breathing problems. Mike was born on December 4, 1940, to Paul and Ione Sandahl in Wisconsin. His mother died one year later, and Mike lived with his grandmother and grandfather who raised him in Lake Okoboji, Iowa. Mike graduated from Iowa State University with a full scholarship. After graduating with a degree in Electrical Engineering, he started his first job at Control Data in Minneapolis, ...

Longtime Roseburg business owner and community leader Lauren Donald Young passed away in his home on Sept. 11, 2025. He was 92. Born in Valley Falls, OR to James and Ethel Young on March 31, 1933 Lauren was one of six children. From an early age, Lauren learned the value of hard work and perseverance. The Great Depression had not yet released its grip on the nation and dark clouds were forming the makings of WW II in Europe.  In high school, Lauren met the love of his life, Dena ...

Late in the evening on August 28th, Kim Woods went home to be with her Savior. Born on August 26, 1958, to Nancy Wolgamott and David Johnson. Kim lived a life full of curiosity, compassion, and quiet strength. She often spoke about heaven with wonder and joy, never doubting that one day she would be there with Jesus. Kim was preceded in death by her first husband, Richard; her father, Dave Johnson; and her beloved stepfather, Don Wolgamott. She was blessed to spend the last 22 years with ...

Conrad Joseph Swanson Morgel, age 81 of Tucson AZ.  He was born Oct. 3, 1943 in Minneapolis Minnesota and passed away on Sunday, July 13, 2025 in Tucson AZ. Arrangements in the care of Umpqua Valley Funeral Directors, 541-537-9300   

Harvey Bennett, 81, passed away peacefully on April 21, 2025. Born on October 5, 1943, Harvey was the eldest of seven siblings. A proud military man, Harvey served in the US Marine Corps in his youth and later dedicated years of volunteer work with the US Coast Guard Auxiliary. His love for the sea and all things nautical was a defining aspect of his life. One of his most cherished memories was traveling as a crew member on a replica clipper ship from San Diego to Dana Point - truly a trip ...

Jenny (Espinosa) Gilman’s journey on this earth ended in Dixonville, Oregon on March 21, 2025, over 1500 miles from where it began on July 9, 1938 in Ciudad Juárez, Mexico. Her parents were Antonio Espinosa Montgomery and Guadalupe Saenz Uranga. Although Jenny was born in Ciudad Juárez, she grew up in Ensenada, Mexico. She recalled attending school in Mexico and students were required to help clean the school. She learned English at the age of 15 when her family ...

Linda Kay (Frazier) Eakin Left this world to rest peacefully in the arms of her precious Savior on. She was born November 13, 1948 in Medford, Oregon to Roland H. and Bernice A (Knight) Frazier as the 9th of 10 siblings and proud baby girl of 7 daughters.  Though Linda was known for her quiet and soft spoken nature, her family knew her as a resilient and tough person having fought and won three battles with as many types of cancer in the last 20 yrs. This last battle included chemo 7 ...

Darla Lee (Jackson) Kinsella, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on February 17, 2025, in Roseburg, Oregon. She was born on November 14, 1953, in Prineville, Oregon, to Marvin and Enola Jackson. Darla's life was a beautiful testament to love, compassion, and dedication, which will be cherished by all who knew her. Darla grew up in a nurturing environment and was deeply influenced by her parents, Marvin and Enola, who predeceased her. Their love and ...

Mary Frances Corum, age 91, of Roseburg, Oregon, passed away at her daughter’s home on Feb. 12, 2025. She was born Jan. 5, 1934, in Seminole County, Oklahoma, to Carlos and Ola Mae Hicks. She joined two other sisters and spent a few years there before moving to sunny California where she graduated high school in Modesto. As a young woman she met an Army serviceman, Danny Courm, whom she married in Modesto. Their young family found employment and grew to include one daughter and two ...

Please join Fred's loved ones for a celebration of life for him on March 22nd at 2:30 pm at the church where he met and married his wife Lisa 19 years ago. Any and all who wish to come are welcome. Located at Garden Valley Church, 3047 Garden Valley Rd, Roseburg OR.  Fred passed through the veil and into the arms of Jesus his Savior on January 19th 2025 at 1 am with his wife Lisa sitting by his bedside and after enjoying a visit with many of his loved ones. Born on March 8th, 1941 in ...

Arnold Mathias Beyer was born in Silverton, Oregon on January 2, 1955 to Francis and Joetta Beyer. He was number 4 of 12, and his mom always proudly said he was her special “New Years’ Baby” because he was born so close to that holiday. He passed away on December 12, 2024, in Roseburg, Oregon. Arnold attended Monitor Grade School, and then went to Molalla High School, graduating in 1973. He then went to Eugene for college attending to the University of ...

Kathleen Patterson Anderson, 71, returned home to her Heavenly Father and Savior on September 6, 2024, surrounded by her loving family.   Kathy was born September 7, 1952, in Ontario, Oregon to Grant and Vera Patterson. She is the youngest of 6 children, having 5 older brothers. She lived in Owyhee, Oregon until the 7th grade, when her family moved to New Plymouth, Idaho. When she reported to the junior high on her first day of school in New Plymouth, the principal tried to send ...

Patrick (Rooster) Charles Kirby, age 77, of Roseburg, Oregon, passed away on March 30, 2024 with his beloved wife Sue at his side. Pat was born on St. Patricks’ Day, March 17, 1947 to Eugenia and Henry Kirby in Spokane Washington.  Pat was the eldest of four children. Pat graduated from Cusick High School in 1965 and joined the Army that summer. After he joined the Army he served four and 1/2 tours in Vietnam with the 101st Airborne and the 5th Infantry Division. While in the ...

John Anthony Rosenberger sprouted in St. Paul, MN, but became deeply rooted in Roseburg, Oregon and the Umpqua Valley. Born on September 25, 1938, to John and Leona Rosenberger, he was joined by a sister, Gail, two years later. As a family, they enjoyed many camping trips, including road trips out west to relatives in Colorado and several National Parks. These experiences sparked a taste for exploration. After graduating from Cretin Catholic High School, John joined ...

Marge Cook, age 104, of Roseburg passed away on January 26, 2024 in Roseburg. A burial with full military honors will be held at Roseburg National Cemetery on Friday February 9, 2023 at 2 pm.  

Christine Hargreaves Nunan, age 75, passed away in her home in Littlebrook, Roseburg on January 19th, 2024.  Chris, as she was known, was born in the “other” Oakland (California) in 1948.  She attended the Oakland school system, and then California State University Hayward.  In 1968, she transferred to Humboldt State, Arcata, where she obtained a bachelor’s degree and teaching certificate, and met her future husband, Don.  They married in 1971 and moved ...

Mark R Anderson passed away peacefully at home on January 11, 2024 with his wife of 56 years, Patricia by his side. Mark was born in Seattle on May 27, 1946, to Jesse and Loa Anderson.  His wife and cousins survive him. Mark served in the US Army during the Vietnam Era and was stationed in Thailand. He was proud to serve his country and achieved the rank of Spec 5 in less than two years. Mark and Pat moved to Roseburg from San Diego in 1978. Mark was active in the Roseburg Morning ...

Richard Anthony Forney, passed away on January 10, 2024 at Mercy Medical Center in Roseburg surrounded by the love of his family members. Ric was born December 18, 1945 in Rawlins, Wyoming to Lee Marie Wheat. He attended Sutherlin High School and married Sharon Carls on June 6, 1964. Rick served his country in the US Army and daughter Michelle was born while he was stationed in Germany in 1969. Richard owned and operated Rick’s Carburetor and Electric in Sutherlin for 15 years and in ...

Janice M. Talburt, age 88, of Roseburg passed away on December 25, 2023. She was born September 10, 1935 in Arkansas to Arthur and Florence McLarty. She was married to Robert L. Talburt, together they had five children. She is survived by her husband, Robert and sons, Rick, Jack, Joe and Dan and daughter Vickie, six grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. Her family and friends are invited to a graveside service at Wilmberly Cemetery in Glide on Saturday, Jan 6, 2024  at 1 pm. A ...

Frederick R. Pariani March 26, 1940 ~ November 26, 2023 On November 26, 2023, Fred, 83 passed due to complications from Parkinson’s Disease.  Lisa his beloved wife, his 4 daughters and granddaughter Amanda by his side. Fred was born in South San Francisco on March 26, 1940, to Frank & Rose Pariani. He graduated from South San Francisco High School in 1958, he was involved in wrestling and track. He served in the Marine reserves from 1958 to 1965. He became a ...

Jacob N. Sullivan, 20, of Roseburg, passed away on July 26, 2023. Jacob was born to Renee and Gregory Sullivan as their fifth child and first son. He is survived by his parents, Renee and Gregory, and his sisters, Cindy Webb (David), Jennifer McCallister (Kacey), Rachel Nelson (Nicholas) and Suzy Jacobs (Kaeden). Jacob often participated in church and youth activities. He was so excited when he won his Cub Scout troop's pinewood derby. He befriended other youth as a teenager. And was ...

James Vern Berggreen Sr. beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather, passed away May 31, 2023 surrounded by his family after a lengthy illness. He was born January 23, 1931, in St. Paul, Minnesota, to Vern and Hillegonda (Helen) Houbolt/Berggreen. When Jim was 5 years old, the family moved to Jamestown, North Dakota where he attended school from 1st grade through college. In Jamestown he enjoyed fishing, hunting, and playing all sports. He excelled and lettered in football, ...

Edward L. Kenworthy was born the baby boy to John Joseph and Peggy Kenworthy in Portland, Oregon and gained his eternal rest on May 24, 2023, after 80 years of life. Ed was known as a giving family man. Thoughtful and generous with strong-spirited qualities gained while serving in the United States Marine Corps. He passed away with daughter at his side. Growing up in the Melrose, Roseburg and Sutherlin areas, he attended Roseburg and Eagle Point High School and left early to enlist in the ...

Zoilo (Zel) G Cay, our loving husband and father, entered his eternal rest on May 4, 2023 at his home in Roseburg with family by his side.  While he was a small man in stature, he was mighty both in presence and the faith he had in the Lord.  Our father was born in Lobo, Batangas in the Philippines on Oct 28, 1929 and lived 93 wonderful years.  As a young boy he was part of the guerilla rebellion at the start of the World War II, that conflict led him to love America and its ...

John Walton Barr Jr. passed away on April 27, 2023 at the age of 75 in Roseburg, Oregon. John was born on October 14, 1947 in Altadena, California. After graduating from high school, he served honorably in the Army from 1966 to 1969 and then went on to earn an Associate Degree in Respiratory Therapy from Mt. San Antonio College. John moved to Roseburg in 1975 and continued to work as a respiratory therapist at the V.A. until retiring in 2005.     In the 1980s and ...

We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of Ryder James Mast, a fearless warrior who lived life to the fullest. Ryder passed away on April 17, 2023, at the age of 14 in Scotts Valley, Oregon where he  lived with his loving family.  Ryder was a vibrant and spirited young man who had a passion for everything cowboy. He loved riding bulls, hunting, fishing, and ranching. His greatest joy was spending time with his family and friends, whom he loved deeply. Ryder ...

Crystal Amber McCormick, age 36, of Wilsonville, formerly of Sutherlin, Oregon, passed away unexpectedly on April 10, 2023. She is survived by her parents, Daniel and Christine McCormick, two sisters, Tiffany and Alyssa, and her brother Curtis. Crystal was born January 3, 1987, in Roseburg. She graduated from Sutherlin High School with high honors, attended Southern Oregon University, and then continued at  Portland State University, earning her Bachelor of ...

Dana M. Finch, MSN, ANP-BC is originally from Princeton, Minnesota where she earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing from Bethel College and her Master of Science in Nursing at the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire. She worked at Mayo Clinic in Rochester MN and Gundersen Medical Center in LaCrosse, Wisconsin. She has been in the health-care field for 36 years starting with a certified nursing assistant in 1986.   She specifically spent 24 years as a Nurse Practitioner ...

Katherine Renee Trepl Barlow, born February 26, 1963, was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints and tenacious academic, passionate about research.  In addition to earning a PhD in Anthropology, she went on to teach at colleges and universities in Oregon and Utah, curate museum collections, publish numerous papers, and appear in documentaries and magazines. She was a strong-willed, independent adventurer to the last, succumbing to cancer on March 31, 2023. She is ...

Andrew Quinton Snow was born May 25, 1990 in Provo, Utah. He is the oldest of 6 children born to Mark H. and Julie Q. Snow. Drew left this world unexpectedly on Sunday July 3, 2022. Well before he could speak he used his unique personality to brighten the lives of all around him. This was made manifest in grocery stores, looking into the eyes of every shopper as he rode in a passing cart and making any sound he could muster to garner their attention. This ability never left his persona as he ...

It is with sorrow that his family announce the death from cancer of Billy Lee Foster on June 7, 2022. He was 81. He passed away in Riddle, Oregon after retiring to Arizona to prospect for gold in September 2021. Born on April 14, 1941, to John Wilbur Foster, Sr., and Thelma Eleanor (Landis), Bill was the sixth of seven children. Bill worked on ranches as a very young man and had an abiding love of animals. He then became a carpenter and worked across the states of Oregon, Washington, ...

The world lost a beloved soul on Sunday, April 17, 2022. Dierdre (Dede) Dian Pollard, loving wife and mother of four children, passed away after a heroic fight with breast cancer. She was 57 years old. Dede was preceded in death by her father and grandfather, Herbert and Harold; and her grandmothers, Zaidee and Agnes. She is survived by her husband Jess; her four children, Christa, Jared, Amanda, and Jessica; her mother Dianne and stepfather Rich; her brother David and stepbrother Richie; ...

Paul Wells, 57, of Roseburg died unexpectedly on April 3 near Diamond Lake. Paul was born on December 27, 1964, in Oregon City. He graduated from North Eugene High School in 1983 and earned an Associate of Technology Degree from Pierce College in 1993. To know Paul was to like him; he was kind, generous of spirit, and beloved by many. He joined the Army after high school and served his country for twenty-one years. His service took him throughout the United States and abroad to Korea, ...

Melvin Charles Cheney, Jr., 71, died of heart failure on March 17, 2022 at his home in Roseburg, OR with his wife, Elaine, at his side.  His memorial service will be held on March 25, 2022, at 11:30 am at Redeemer’s Church at 3031 W. Harvard Ave; followed by his burial at the Veterans Administration (VA) Cemetery in Roseburg at 2 pm.  He was born February 1st, 1951 in Denver, Colorado to Enid and Melvin Charles Cheney, Sr.  Mel spent his ...

January 30, 1923 ~ January 23, 2022 (age 98)

Sharlee Anne (Wridge) Morton, 81, passed away peacefully on December 28, 2021, surrounded by her children, their spouses and grandchildren. Sharlee was born in Portland, Oregon, the youngest child of Virgil and Ethel Wridge. She was a ‘58 graduate of Corvallis High School and attended OSU, where she met the love of her life and husband of nearly 60 years David L. Morton. After marriage, Sharlee chose the role of homemaker, raising her four children. She was an active member of The ...

Peggy Lou (Francies) Blondell of Sutherlin passed away at home on Thursday, Dec. 16, 2021, with her loving family and best friend by her side. Peggy was born on Sept. 5, 1943, in Sacramento, California. She was the daughter of Alice Thrush (Coleman). Peggy was a wife for 60 years and had five children, 11 grandchildren, and 25 great-grandchildren. Peggy was introduced to her soulmate, Corrin, and married at age 17. They lived in Fort Lewis, Washington, Sutherlin, Oregon, and raised their ...

Andrews, Michael Lee (Mike), of Sutherlin, Oregon, suddenly passed away at Mercy Medical Center on Saturday, December 4, 2021, at the age of 72 years, and went to join his Creator in the hereafter. He is lovingly remembered by his wife of 52 years, Deborah Andrews, sons Robert, Edward and Jeffrey, daughter Krystal, brother David, his sister Peggy, 13 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren. Michael is predeceased by both parents, Paul and Bernetta Andrews, along with his brother Danny and ...

Robert “Bob” Allen Slagoske, age 86, joined two of his sons in heaven on July 17, 2021. He  peacefully passed with his beloved wife Barbara and son Steven at his side in Roseburg, OR. Born in Kenosha, WI to hardworking parents, Andrew and Mollie Slagoske, Bob strived to exemplify the value he placed on hard work and excellence in everything he aspired to do. He enlisted in the Army after High School and he loved to tell stories of training his dog, Nero, during the Korean ...

Longtime Roseburg resident, George Robert Insley, died peacefully Friday at the age of 99 years. George was a WWII veteran who piloted B-24s over Europe. This life transforming experience, a passion for assisting others and a love of Jesus combined in his work with Wycliffe Bible Translators as a bush pilot in Peru and Brazil from 1950 to 1985. George heard the announcement about Pearl Harbor and volunteered for the US Army Air Corps, where he learned to fly at the age of 19. After his ...