Obituary Listing
John Raymond Wilson
Oct 4, 2025
John R. Wilson of Astoria, formerly of Hammond, Oregon died at home on October 4, 2025.
John was born to Henry and Lillian Kugel on November, 19, 1941. He was later adopted by Raymond C. Wilson when he married Lillian after Henry was killed during action in France in WWII. John grew up on Skyline Hill in Portland and attended Scappoose...
Henry Curtis Willener
Oct 1, 2025
Henry Curtis Willener
Henry “Hank” Willener passed away on October 1 st , 2025 in Portland, OR at the age of 83 surrounded with love from his two kids Sally Willener and Curt Willener.
Hank was born February 24 th , 1942 in Clatsop County, Oregon to parents Henry Chris Willener and Dorothy Margaret Willener (maiden Johnson). He grew up on his...
David Arthur Gustafson
Sep 17, 2025
Dave loved God, people, evangelism, and oysters in that order. There was an oyster illustration or a joke in almost every sermon. People paid attention because he would issue a playful warning that if they fell asleep, he'd have to start the sermon over. Dave was the kind of person who would drop what he was doing to help someone...
James Edward Dickson
Sep 9, 2025
James Edward Dickson passed away on September 9th , 2025 in Astoria, Oregon, after a long and adventurous life of 87 years.
The number and location of his vast friendships is impossible to determine – they range from Hawaii to Italy, from Alaska to Venezuela. He was humble despite his achievements, ignoring status and accepting people based on their actions. This...
Kevin Christopher Peaden
Aug 29, 2025
Kevin Christopher Peaden of Louisiana passed away suddenly.
Age: 63 years
Will be sadly missed.

Arlene Dagmar Ydstie
Aug 26, 2025
On April 28, 1928, in Columbus, North Dakota, the youngest of seven born to the Mr. & Mrs. Reverend Adolph Buckneberg, Arlene Dagmar was christened with a second middle name, Genevive, by her next of kin, who was three and fascinated by the popular song.
She graduated from Augustana Academy in 1946, where her mother was a "Den Mother" after loosing...
Debbie Andrews
Aug 7, 2025
Debbie Andrews
January 15, 1956 – August 7, 2025Debbie Andrews, 69, of Seaside, Oregon, passed away peacefully on August 7, 2025, after a courageous battle with ALS.
Born on January 15, 1956, in Portland, Oregon, Debbie was the beloved daughter of LaVonne “Bonnie” and Warren Bortz. She lived a life marked by quiet strength, deep love, and unwavering devotion to her family.
Debbie...
Jean Marie Wilson
Jul 29, 2025
Jean Marie Wilson, 101, passed away at her residence in Astoria on July 29, 2025.
Jean was born on June 20, 1924 in Coquille, OR to parents Lester and Gladys Clinton. She and Donald G. Wilson were married in 1942. Jean worked as a legal secretary and spent a lot time volunteering at the Bob Chisholm Community Center. She also loved...
Jean Marie Wayne
Jul 15, 2025
Jean Marie Wayne, 77, passed away peacefully in her sleep on July 15, 2025 at the Providence Hospital in Seaside after a long illness.
Jean was born on August 23, 1947, in Storm Lake, Iowa. She was the eldest daughter of Paul and Katherine McCabe and grew up on a farm near Storm Lake. After graduation from high school, Jean attended...
Jeanne Knight Seppa
Jun 26, 2025
Jeanne Knight Seppa (1941-2025) was a dedicated wife, a loving mother and grandmother, and a godly mentor to so many. She went to be with the Lord at her home in Astoria, Oregon on June 26, 2025.
Was born in Roseburg, Oregon to parents, William Knight and Lota Hatfield. She was raised in Portland, Oregon and graduated from Cleveland Highschool. She...
Donald Gene Anderson Jr.
Jun 20, 2025
Donald (Donnie) Gene Anderson Jr passed away peacefully in Seaside, Oregon, on Friday, June 20, 2025, with his loving wife Tracy by his side. He was born in Ukiah, California, on May 8, 1968. He spent the majority of his life in his hometown of Redwood Valley, California.
Donnie is lovingly remembered by his family and friends. He is survived by...

James Lewis Chambers
Jun 18, 2025
James "Jim or Jimbo" Chambers passed away on June 18th 2025 in Astoria Oregon. He was 65 years young.
Born on September 21, 1959, in Tongue Point, Oregon. Jim grew up surrounded by the natural beauty of the Pacific Northwest. A landscape that would shape his lifelong love for the outdoors. He graduated from Seaside High School in 1977, laying the...
Robert Reed McEwan
Jun 4, 2025
Robert “Bob” Reed McEwan passed away peacefully on June 4, 2025, in Seaside, Oregon, at the age of 102.
Born on November 12, 1922, in Portland, Oregon, Bob was the beloved son of Jeanette Mathilda Brandberg McEwan and Robert Lawrence McEwan. He was raised in Portland alongside his sister, Patricia McEwan Wilson, by their devoted mother and grandmother, Josephine Reed Brandberg....
Hazel Louise Turner
Jun 4, 2025
Hazel Louise Turner passed away peacefully on June 4, 2025, at the age of 94, just shy of her 95th birthday. Born on August 5, 1930, in Red Lodge, Montana, Hazel lived a life defined by unwavering devotion, quiet strength, and boundless love.
Hazel was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Billie Joe Turner, with whom she shared 63 wonderful...
Jeffrey L Donnelly
Jun 3, 2025
Jeffrey L. Donnelly passed away quietly at his home on June 3rd , 2025, surrounded by his wife of 37 years and his two adult children. He was 72 years old.
Jeff was born in Springfield, Illinois on October 1st , 1952, to Glen Donnelly and Georgia Pappas Donnelly. Glen was a butcher by trade and Georgia a dutiful homemaker. Jeff...
Nancy Jane Oberg
Jun 3, 2025
Nancy Jane Oberg passed away peacefully the afternoon of Tuesday, June 3, 2025, at her home in Astoria, Oregon. She was 84 years old. She was an incredible wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, as well as daughter, sister, and friend. As we all mourn the loss of her presence, we take comfort in knowing we will have the joy of...
Patricia Ann Harrison
Jun 1, 2025
Patricia Ann Harrison, a journalist and artist, died June 1, 2025, when a car struck her on her morning walk as she was using a crosswalk six blocks from her home in Astoria. She was 77.
She loved living fully and authentically, and her art, her travels with her longtime partner Beth, and her morning coffee on the back porch with...

Laverne Lee Henry
May 14, 2025
Lavern “Lee” Henry, 93, of Astoria, Oregon, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 14, 2025, at Neawanna by the Sea in Seaside, Oregon.
Born on October 13, 1931, in Alabama Center, New York, Lee was the son of the late Edward J. and Beatrice V. (Derwick) Henry. A proud veteran of the United States Army, Lee served honorably as an aircraft...
David Lee Blodgett
May 4, 2025
David (Dave) Lee Blodgett, husband, father, grandfather (Bappa), and great-grand Bappa, passed away peacefully at his home in Seaside, OR, on Sunday, May 4, 2025, at the age of 71.
He was born in Tillamook, OR, on December 9, 1953, to Lee A. and Anne (Anderson) Blodgett.
Dave grew up in Gresham, OR, where he attended Gresham High School and was a...