All Obituaries

Robert Shannon Fischer, age 76, of Waldport, Oregon passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 2, 2024 beside his wife and friend at Samaritan Communities Pacific Hospital. Robert was born on August 13, 1947 in Sandusky, Ohio to Howard Joseph and Alice Ruth (Knott) Fischer. At a young age he earned his merit badges in the Boy Scouts of America, taking what he learned into his life- be prepared. At 18, Robert enlisted in the U.S. Army serving his country in Vietnam receiving an Army...

“Merrie Shannon La Prade, Age 61, passed away on December 21st, 2023, in Newport Oregon. Born on October 1st, 1962, in Walla Walla Washington, she lived an extraordinary life marked by her boundless spirit of travel and adventure, remarkable creativity, and an immense capacity for love. Despite facing unbelievable hardships, Shannon’s resilience and strength shone through, always finding ways to cherish those around her. Her life was a testament to the strength and beauty of the...

Born July 20, 1924 in Tacoma, Washington. Passed away on October 7, 2023. His first employment, starting the day after high school graduation in 1942, was with the Air Force at the McChord Air Force Base, just outside Tacoma. This enabled him to be assigned to the U.S. Army Air Force when he was drafted for World War ll service on April 22, 1943. He served overseas in Europe during WWll, from October 8, 1943 to October 8, 1945, serving in Englund, France, Belgium and Germany. His college...

Roger Donovan Grady May 12, 1942 - September 18, 2023 “In loving memory of Roger Donovan Grady: husband, father, “Papa”, brother, uncle, friend, advocate, and ally who filled multiple roles in many of our lives. We know him as a pilot, storyteller, mentor, joy- spreader, adventurer, collaborator, whittler, musician, protector, provider, businessman, crab ring puller, equipment operator, and twinkly-eyed prankster. As we continue to hold him dear, we acknowledge a few of...

Sheila Sammons July 11, 1956 - September 18, 2023 The family of Sheila Sammons is very sad and devastated to announce Sheila’s sudden passing on September 18, 2023 due to a cardiac event. Sheila was only 67 years old and was predeceased by her mother and father and many 4-legged family members over the years. She leaves behind her 4 precious dogs (Frankie, Jersey, Bear and Carly), 3 sisters and a brother, and numerous nieces and nephews. Sheila was born on July 11, 1956 in Medicine...

JODY ANN PAYNE, born November 30, 1936 in Tellico Plains, Tennessee. Father, Earl Lloyd Thomas. Mother, Beulah Mae Cheeks. Passed away on August 29, 2023 of heart failure.  Jody had a Masters Degree in Speech Pathology. She worked for Lincoln County School District for 15 years testing children for learning difficulties. She also worked in Fontana, CA for 10 years as a teacher and speech pathologist. She was recognized by her colleagues as a consummate professional. Jody put her heart...

Sanford "Sam" Palo was born on April 10, 1938. Sam was a theater operator running his own business. He was married to Teresa who passed before him. During his life, Sam moved to live in Waldport, Oregon. On August 18, 2023 Sam passed away at 85 years old. 

Troy Howard was born on March 19, 1979 in Corvallis, Oregon to Leonard and Karen. After college, Troy became a fisherman for his career. During his life, Troy moved to live in Toledo, Oregon which he made his home. On May 17, 2023 Troy passed away at 44 years old.   

Kathleen “Kitty” Mary Bushman Sept. 27, 1946 - March 30, 2023 Kathleen “Kitty” Mary Bushman, of Lincoln City, Oregon, passed peacefully surrounded by her family on March 30, 2023 at Newport Hospital due to complications of heart failure. She will be greatly missed by her husband Gordy Bushman; children, Bridget Bushman and Melissa Cary and her husband Sean; and her grandchildren, Kathleen, Noah, Maegan and Ryan. She is preceded in death by her youngest daughter,...

Frank David Parker, Sr.  December 18, 1951- March 12, 2023 Frank David Parker, Sr. "Dave" was born in Hood River, Oregon to Douglas and Rosella Parker. The family later moved to California as his father was a newspaper publisher owning newspapers in Oregon and California. Dave was involved with newspaper functions as a teenager. He was a pressman and helped with page set up, page break down and reducing the used lead into molds. Dave attended Helix High School near San...