All Obituaries

Suzanne Maxson was born on March 26th, 1940 to Leslie Maxson in Portland, Oregon. She went to college to become a social worker, receiving her master's degree. After graduating, Suzanne became a social worker for the state government. During her life, she moved to live in Newport, Oregon where she stayed for the rest of her life. On January 12th, 2019 Suzanne passed away at the age of 78 years old. 

Michael Odell was born on September 18th, 1953 to Patricia Ann. During his life, he moved to live in Depoe Bay, Oregon. At 65 years old, Michael passed away on January 11th, 2019. 

Stella Konvalin was born on August 22nd, 1922 to Nemesio and Victoria in Trinidad, Colorado. After Stella received her bachelors degree, she became a registered nurse. Stella was married to Russell, and together they had a family, including their daughter Patricia. Russell passed on before Stella. During her life, Stella moved to live in Waldport, Oregon. On January 9th, 2019 Stella passed away at the age of 91 years old. 

Barry Ford was born on October 5th, 1947 to Clyde and Ruby in Falls Church, Virginia. Barry served as a Marine in Vietnam, and worked as a Merchant Marine until he retired. He earned  his Bachelor’s degree from Linfield College in McMinnville, Oregon. Barry was an avid sports fan, particularly loving the Oregon Ducks, and Seattle Seahawks. He also enjoyed attending spring training games every year in Arizona. Barry prided himself on his volunteer work with US Veterans and...

Sara Mae Dunham, 1922-2018 Sara Mae Dunham (Himes) was born to Vera Gertrude Pierson and John C. Himes on October 16, 1922 in Marshalltown, Iowa and was Promoted to Glory on December 24, 2018. She had a healthy childhood until she was around 7 years old when she contracted Polio.  Despite the fact she couldn’t walk due to the ravages of Polio and was told that she would never have children, Sara fought her way back to health and not only walked again but went on to have three...

    Dorothy Walker-Wagner was born on November 8th, 1949 in Dallas, Texas to Robert and Dorothy Baysinger. She served in the United States Armed Forces, and was honorably discharged. She raised her 5 children and completed her certificates from Phagans Beauty School.  Dorothy was married to Earl, and together they lived in Toledo, Oregon. At 69 years old, Dorothy passed away on December 21st, 2018.            .

  Tiffany was born in Eugene, OR on October 4th, 1970 to Victor and Joyce Hamel. Tiffany was very involved in home schooling her kids and was involved in many plays. She played hand bell music, piano performances and loved to play the piano for her church, Trinity Baptist. Tiffany Jefferson, 48, lost her battle with cancer on December 15, 2018 at her home in Toledo, OR. She leaves behind her husband of 27 years, David, a son Derek a daughter Carlyn, and her mom Joyce...

Anne A. Powell, 68. Anne was born in Denver, Colorado to Carol and William Powell on November 13th, 1950. She attended elementary and secondary school in Broomfield, Colorado and graduated from the University of Northern Colorado in Greeley. Anne was the adventurer in the family. She lived on both coasts and in Florida after leaving Colorado. After trying California and the Portland area, she lived in various locations in Lincoln County, eventually settling near Newport, where she worked...

      Jimmie Jay Jones was born in Washington DC on July 14th, 1946 to William and Louise. After high school, Jimmie became an office clerk for the railroad and later a bus driver in Lincoln County. Jimmie was married to Corene, and together they lived in South Beach, Oregon. On December 8th, 2018 Jimmie passed away at the age of 72 years old.              . .

John Earl Hawkes passed away peacefully at home December 5th, 2018. He was born in Portland, Oregon to Loyd James Hawkes and Anna Eva Elizabeth Suokko. Dad graduated from South Eugene high school in 1963 and from the University of Oregon in 1968 with a degree in Political Science. In sculpture class at the U of O he met the love of his life Martha and they were married in 1966 (she preceded him in death in 2015). In his young days, dad hunted and fished with his father and uncles up in...