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Donald Alan Bentz

Donald Alan Bentz

Feb 23, 2020

Donald Bentz, age 81, passed away peacefully at his home in Roseburg, Oregon, on Sunday, February 23, 2020, after a short illness. Don was born in Reno, NV on April 25, 1938, and is preceded in death by his parents, Geneva (Lightner) and Harry “Pops” Bentz, his wife Carol (Bolin), and his younger sister Donna (Beretta). Don served in the...

George Allen Marples Sr.

George Allen Marples Sr.

Feb 21, 2020

George Allen Marples, Sr. of Roseburg, Oregon passed away on February 21,2020 at the age of 96. George was born on November 24, 1923 in Denver, Colorado to parents Charles and Irene Marples. George met the love of his life, Elsie "Irene" Warren on the grade school playground in Bristol, Colorado. They were married on June 23,1942. Two years later...

Marcella Roots

Marcella Roots

Feb 21, 2020

Marcella Adeline Roots passed away peacefully on February 21, 2020, in Salem, OR. She was born on May 21, 1931, to Adolph and Mabel Westby in Opheim, Montana, and was the fifth of eight children. Marcie graduated from Opheim High School in 1950 and then earned her two-year teaching degree from Northern Montana State College in Havre, Montana. She started...

Matthew Donald Garrett

Matthew Donald Garrett

Feb 7, 2020

MATTHEW DONALD GARRETT 46 was born November 18, 1973 in Mercy Hospital in Roseburg, Oregon. He passed away on February 7, 2020 at Mercy Medical Center. Matthew graduated from Roseburg High School in 1992 and Oregon State University in 1999 with a BS in Bio Chemistry. Matthew passed away too soon due to complications from an illness. He spent the...

Ana Maria Gerena

Ana Maria Gerena

Feb 2, 2020

Ana Maria Gerena Weathers, passed away on Feb. 2, 2020, at 85 years of age, she was born Feb. 4,1934, in Aguadilla, Puerto Rico. As a young girl, she would sell oranges on the street. She moved to New York City with family at theage of 15 and started work making clothing. She loved dancing and won several contests. The...

Don D. Cahoon

Don D. Cahoon

Jan 31, 2020

Don Cahoon 85, passed away January 31, 2020 in Roseburg, Oregon at Mercy Medical Center. He was born June 27, 1934 in Benjamin, Utah. Don was a devoted husband to Marlene Cahoon. They were married for 45 years. Don and Marlene raised 7 children together in Oregon and loved 7 children from afar. Don served his country in the Army,...

James Samuel "Sam" Young

James Samuel "Sam" Young

Jan 26, 2020

Our precious father, wonderful brother, beloved Uncle, and dear friend James Samuel, "Sam'' Young went home to be with his Lord and Savior on January 26, 2020. We are sure that his bride of 71 years took his hand as he entered the heavenly realm. Dad was born on November 8, 1924 at the family home in Portland Oregon to,...

Lloyd A. Wooden

Lloyd A. Wooden

Jan 22, 2020

Lloyd Alan Wooden passed away peacefully in his sleep on Wednesday, January 22, 2020 at Umpqua Rehab Center in Roseburg, Oregon. He was 71. Alan was born in Roseburg, Oregon on December 2, 1948 to parents Ben and Billie Wooden. He was not only dedicated to his family and friends, but also his community and our great nation. Alan showed...

Stephaine Dawn Lane (Priest)

Stephaine Dawn Lane (Priest)

Jan 15, 2020

Stephanie Dawn Lane passed away on January 15, 2020, after a battle with diabetes and multiple complications. Stephanie was born on October 10, 1974; a Sutherlin native, Stephanie attended Sutherlin High School and graduated in 1992. Stephanie enjoyed her family and friends, helping her mother and step-father at the Eagles. She was employed in various occupations as a newspaper carrier,...

Lorraine Mae Smith

Lorraine Mae Smith

Jan 15, 2020

Lorraine Mae Smith Lorraine Mae Smith, a longtime Roseburg resident, passed Wednesday the 15th of January 2020, at Mercy Medical Center in Roseburg, OR.  In Lorraine's last remaining hours, she was surrounded with love from her five children and close family. She was born November 15, 1929, to parents Frank and Ida Carl in McMinnville, OR.  Lorraine graduated high school...

William Closson Decker

William Closson Decker

Jan 14, 2020

William “Bill” Closson Decker of Roseburg, Oregon, passed away Tuesday, January 14, 2020 at the age of 81. Bill was born in Bellingham, WA to Leroy and Vida Decker on August 29, 1938 joining his older brother, Robert. Bill grew up on a family farm of pasture and forest lands exploring every inch of the 80 acres, helping raise beef...

James William Mckellar

James William Mckellar

Jan 10, 2020

On January 10, 2020, James William McKellar passed onto his heavenly home. He will be so missed by his family and friends, but will be pain free. James is beloved husband to his wife of 51 years…Debbie McKellar. Beloved father to Marci and her husband Allen Lakey and their children Corey, Cheyanna and Courtney and daughter Michelle and her husband...

William Mccart

William Mccart

Jan 9, 2020

A memorial service with Military Honors will be held Thursday, January 30, 2020 at 3:00 pm at Roseburg National Cemetery. To send a flower arrangement or to plant trees in memory of William McCart, please click here to visit our Sympathy Store.

Darlene Marie Newland

Darlene Marie Newland

Jan 2, 2020

Please check back for obituary and service information. To send a flower arrangement or to plant trees in memory of Darlene Marie Newland, please click here to visit our Sympathy Store.

Devon James Ross

Devon James Ross

Dec 30, 2019

It is with great sadness that the family and friends of Devon James Ross, 44, announces his unexpected passing on December 30, 2019. Devon was born on August 13, 1975, in Salem, Oregon to Peter and Jacqueline (Overton) Ross. He was preceded in death by his mother and is survived by his father, his daughter Haley, his brother Shawn, and...

Lois J. Maddox

Lois J. Maddox

Dec 14, 2019

LOIS JOY MADDOX 89, of Roseburg, Oregon passed away December 14, 2019 in Sutherlin, Oregon. She was born October 12, 1930 in Tenmile, Oregon to Ivan and May Swift. Lois graduated from Roseburg High School. She worked for many years as the Office Manager at Cal Pac. Lois was a member of the YMCA and attended water wellness in her...

Barbara A. Neptune

Barbara A. Neptune

Nov 29, 2019

Barbara Ann Neptune passed away at the age of 81 at her home on the morning of November 29th 2019, with her Son Rex and his wife Kelly by her side. There will be a “Celebration of Life” on January 4th, at Vine Street Baptist Church in Roseburg at 11:00 a.m., followed by a light lunch and Barbara’s favorite treat,...

Randy G. Boehnen

Randy G. Boehnen

Nov 21, 2019

RANDY GENE BOEHNEN, age 62, passed away peacefully on November 21, 2019. He was born on April 14, 1957 in San Diego, California, but spent most of his life in Roseburg, Oregon. Randy was preceded in death by his parents Wilfred and Avis and his brother Rick Boehnen. Survivors include his brothers Dennis Voss, Mike Voss, Terry Voss (Renee) and...

Inez Van Meter

Inez Van Meter

Nov 20, 2019

Graveside services for Inez will be held Saturday, December 28, 2019 at 2:00 pm in the Cedar Hill Cemetery. A Celebration of Life will follow at First Missionary Baptist Church 15538 Old Hwy 99 N in Oakland, Oregon. To send a flower arrangement or to plant trees in memory of Inez Van Meter, please click here to visit our Sympathy...

Jacqueline Mae Thompson

Jacqueline Mae Thompson

Nov 4, 2019

JACQUELINE MAE THOMPSON 89, of Roseburg, Oregon passed away Monday, November 4, 2019 at her home. She was born April 2, 1930 in Friday Harbor, Washington to Lawrence and Evelyn Bryant. Jacqueline was known as Gram, Bommer and Jaks by her family. Her main interest was her family and friends, they were her life. Survivors include her daughters Kathy Bennett...

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