Estacada, Oregon Obituaries

Oct 24, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of Ken Brown, a beloved resident of Estacada, who left us on Thursday, October 24, 2024, at the age of 62. Ken's life was a tapestry woven with love, laughter, and cherished memories.

Kenneth Dale Brown was born on May 30 1962, to Johnny Mack and Rose Brown in San Jose,...

Oct 22, 2024

Oct 21, 2024

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved brother and Son, Ashley aka Ace Cyril Carlson, who left us on 10-21-2024. He was 42 years old.

Ace, as he was fondly called by friends and family, was born on 07-27-1982 to Julia and Richard Carlson in Portland. He grew up in Estacada, where he went through...

Sep 27, 2024

Longtime Estacada resident, Debbie Hobby, died on Friday, September 27, 2024 in Gladstone. She was 56 years old.

A private family gathering will be held.

Deborah Lynn Reed was born May 25, 1968 in Gresham, Oregon to Don and Emily (Wilson) Reed. She was raised in Gresham and graduated from Sam Barlow High School. She later married David Hobby and settled in...

Sep 23, 2024

Stephen Hayes, aged 76, passed away on September 23, 2024.

Stephen was born on June 15, 1948, in Tillamook Oregon, he was a beloved son of Dr. Clemens and Martha Hayes. Spent his formative years in Tillamook where he graduated from the Tillamook high school where he enjoyed playing on the football team. Cecelia Naegeli was his high school sweet heart and...

Sep 22, 2024

John Tymkowicz, a beloved member of the community, passed away on September 22, 2024 at the age of 69. Born on April 14, 1955, in Oregon City, he was the son of John (Sr.) and Lorene Tymkowicz. Raised in Estacada, John graduated from Estacada high school and proudly served in the United States Army, receiving an honorable discharge in 1976. His...

Sep 14, 2024

JOHN ALBERT THUN was born on February 14, 1954, in Oregon City, Oregon to Anna Marie and Charles Thun.

John was the eldest of four children in the Thun family.

John went to school in Redland for his Elementary years, then Estacada for his high school years and then graduated with the class of 1972. He then went on to take Automotive...

Sep 12, 2024

Bonnie Kiggins, 82, a Longtime Estacada resident, died on Thursday, September 12, 2024, after a long battle with cancer.

A funeral service will be held 11:00 a.m., Friday, September 20, 2024, at Clackamas Valley Baptist Church, followed by a committal service at Springwater Cemetery. 

Bonnie Lee Howell was born June 28, 1942 in Silverton, Oregon to Wilbur and Luana (Guaroutte) Howell. She...

Sep 11, 2024

Mark was born and raised in Carthage New York to parents H. Roland Putman and Marjorie (Souva) Putman. Mark was a graduate of Carthage Central Jr. Sr. high school in 1972. He enlisted in the Navy and honorably served aboard the USS Midway from 1972 to 1975. Mark moved to Oregon with his girlfriend Michele Donaghy of 5 years in...

Aug 31, 2024

Jimmy Alan Gehrke came into this world on June 24, 1956 in Portland, OR. Jim was the seventh child of eight siblings. He spent the first few years of his life in the Skyline area before his family moved to Gresham. During Jim's high school years, he lived in Weiser, ID until returning to the Portland area.

Jim was employed by...

Aug 30, 2024

Truly a life to celebrate, beloved lifelong Estacada and Gresham resident, Letamae Conrey passed away peacefully on August 30, 2024 after 97 fabulous years. Letamae had a full, wonderful life that included a loving family, decades of travel, cruises, and camping trips. 

Letamae was an inspiration to her children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren. She passed along three key lessons to all...

Aug 29, 2024

Margaret Luetta Miller was born on February 2, 1944 to Abraham and Olive Miller of Estacada, Oregon. She was the middle child of seven children. At less than four weeks of age she came down with whooping cough, which was a near fatal trauma for a newborn.

Her father had a temporary release from CPS camp in Montana to give help...

Aug 23, 2024

Kenneth Schultz, aged 90, passed away on August 23, 2024

Born Kenneth Lee Schultz on March 23, 1934, in Alva, Oklahoma, he was the cherished son of Eddie and Anna Schultz. At the young age of 2, Kenneth's family relocated to the Hillsdale area in Portland, Oregon and later moved to the Metzger area, where they began their lives on a...

Aug 15, 2024

Anne Catherine Debski (née Kempton), aged 56, died of a heart attack on August 15, at her farm in Estacada, Oregon. She is survived by her mother Delene Kempton, her two children Lawrence Debski and Deidre Debski, and her sister Beth Landon.

Delene gave birth to Anne via Caesarian on December 26, 1967; Anne was non-negotiably feet first and ready for...

Aug 14, 2024

Elbert Frank Lowry, aged 82, went home on August 14, 2024, after a brief illness, to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. 

Born on October 6, 1941, in Abbotsford, BC, Canada, he was the son of Elbert and Verna Lowry. At the age of four, Elbert and his family relocated to Vancouver, Washington, where he later graduated from Vancouver...

Aug 9, 2024

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Ricky Lee Henson on Friday, August 9th, 2024 at the age of 71. Beloved husband to Jorjean and devoted father to Lindsey and Erin, he left a lasting impression on all who knew him. 

Born on April 16th, 1953, Rick lived a life filled with acts of kindness, love, and adventure. His unwavering...

Aug 8, 2024

Lloyd Barry Nielson was born August 22, 1932 to Niels Merrill and Flora Genier Nielson in Lethbridge, Alberta, Canada. He was the youngest of 5 children; Audrey (Shinall), Donald, Douglas and Gene. He attended schools in Lethbridge, Vancouver BC and graduated high school in Portland, Oregon in 1950. He began working for Pacific NW Bell telephone company as a lineman,...

Aug 8, 2024

Monty Redding passed away peacefully at his home on Thursday August 8, 2024. He was 67 years old. Monty Edward Redding was born on November 19, 1956, in Washington, to Gerald and Nancy (Roby) Redding. He spent his formative years in Welches, Oregon, and later graduated from Sandy High School. Monty found love with Toni Smith, whom he married in...

Jul 26, 2024

Longtime Estacada resident, Mel Murray, died at his home on Friday, July 26, 2024. He was 86 years old. 

A celebration of his life will be held 11:00 AM, Saturday, August 17th, 2024 at Grace Crossing Bible Church. Private inurnment will be held at Willamette National Cemetery. 

Melvin Albert Murray was born March 24, 1938 in Jenkinjones, West Virginia. He was raised...

Jul 22, 2024

Bret James Proffitt, formerly of La Grande, peacefully passed away at his home Colton on Monday, July 22, 2024, after bravely fighting cancer. He was 62 years old.

On September 4, 1961, in Pendleton Bret was the beloved third child of Dale and Rosaleen (Troyer) Proffitt. In 1967, the family relocated to La Grande where Bret attended schools and fostered a...