Obituary Listing

Nov 25, 2023

Robert Charles “Bob” Westerberg died Nov. 25, 2023, at his home in Astoria, Oregon, surrounded by loved ones.

Bob was born Feb. 9, 1937, in Astoria to Charles Milford Ernest Westerberg and Alma Viola (née Wesche) Westerberg.

He grew up in Astoria and graduated from Astoria High School in 1955.

He earned a Bachelor of Science degree in...

Oct 19, 2023

Cannon Beach icon, Dr. Robert (Bob) Wayne (MD, FACS), 80, died on October 19, 2023, at home with his wife Jean, his sister Cynthia and brother-in-law Hans at his side.

Bob was born on August 14, 1943, in Brooklyn, New York, to Bill and Debbie Wayne.

Before retirement, Bob was a general surgeon at Columbia Memorial Hospital (CMH) in...

Oct 16, 2023

Larry Edward Gore passed away on October 16, 2023 with his wife of almost 49 years by his side. He was living in Astoria Oregon at the time.

Larry was born on February 18, 1945 in Lewistown Montana. The youngest of four siblings, there was never a shortage of people wanting to help care for him after his mother passed...

Oct 1, 2023

Mary Jane Korff (nee Agren) was born in Astoria on October 16, 1939, to Gustaf and Vivian Agren andpassed on September 30 th , 2023. Mary Jane spent her life nurturing her family and those close to her.Everyone was welcome around her table, and the coffee pot was always on. Many hours full of laughterand conversation were spent over plates...

Sep 30, 2023

Robert W. Pounders of Warrenton, OR born June 10th, 1947 in Memphis, TN passed away on September 30th, 2023 at the age of 76 surrounded by family. Robert was in the Airforce from 1967 to 1969, and the U.S. Navy from 1975 to 1984.  He was married to Judy Pounders in August of 1967, and they had 3 children. Judith,...

Sep 29, 2023

Bruce Michael Geyer, 65, passed away unexpectedly September 29, 2023 at home. He was born May 22, 1958 in Syracuse, New York and was the eldest of the late Ben and Emma Geyer.

Bruce attended Liverpool High School in New York. He married the late Paulette “Polly” (Ford) Geyer in 1989 and they settled in Portland, Oregon. Bruce appreciated the...

Sep 28, 2023

Donald Alman Hill of Hamlet passed away peacefully, surrounded by family.

Donald was born in Seaside, Oregon to Edna and Henry Hill, living on the family homestead during the summer and residing and attending schools in Seaside during the school year. He loved his childhood growing up in Hamlet; fishing the streams, hunting the mountains and valleys and helping his...

Sep 28, 2023

Sep 15, 2023

    It is with great pain and sorrow that we must say goodbye to Timmy A. Michaelson who has passed on to be with his son and our heavenly father after a long hard battle with cancer. Timmy A. Michaelson passed away on September 15, 2023 at the age of 68.    Timmy Aloysius Micahelson was born to Joe...

Sep 1, 2023

James J. Neikes (Ace) was born in Astoria to Dr. Robert D. Neikes and Elizabeth Judd Neikes in 1956. He was the fourth of five children. 

Jim grew up on the sunny south slope of Astoria and enjoyed building forts, buying, selling and fixing anything on two wheels, mainly skateboards, bicycles and Honda motorcycles.  He had fond memories spending time...

Aug 26, 2023

Jimmy Edward Cole of Seaside Oregon, born June 2, 1948, passed August 26, 2023. Jim was the third of seven children born to Roy and Mary Cole who preceded him in death. He is survived by a brother Roger Cole, and sisters Shirleen Hutchens, Diane Schafer, Patty Boehm and Judy Knapp. Brother Fred Cole preceded him in death.

While never...

Aug 26, 2023

Connie Frances Adams was born on March 4, 1946. She often joked she was born during the only “command” of the year: March forth! From that day, she marched toward the draw and dreams of the vast ocean. Starting her life in Okmulgee, Oklahoma, Connie knew the vastness of the Midwest and its never ending plains. She was born to...

Aug 25, 2023

Ronald Boat passed away on August 25, 2023, in Seaside, Oregon. He was a remarkable individual who touched the lives of many with his dedication to his craft and his unwavering commitment to his loved ones.Born on March 17, 1944, in White City, Oregon, Ronald grew up in a supportive and loving family. His parents, Roy and Grace Boat, instilled...

Aug 22, 2023

 

Jon was born on July 23, 1942, at Columbia Memorial Hospital in Astoria, Oregon to Elinor Webber Johnson and Wallace (Bud) Johnson. He is survived by his two sons, Joshua Johnson and J. Seth Johnson, their wives Stefani and Ona and four grandchildren, Judi, Dylan, Hattie and Pete. He was preceded in death by his wife Judi Johnson in...

Aug 13, 2023

Carol Ann Ennis, a beloved member of the community, has passed away at the age of 77. She was born on July 17, 1946, in Aberdeen, Washington, to her loving parents Vernon and Lesta Rogers. Carol Ann's journey came to a peaceful end on August 13, 2023, in Astoria, Oregon.Throughout her life, Carol Ann left an indelible mark on those...

Aug 10, 2023

Jean Elizabeth Elliott, a 60 year member of the Seaside community, passed away on August 10, 2023, in Astoria, Oregon. Born on November 18, 1925 to Alexander Campbell and Grace Brown, Jean led a remarkable life filled with love, dedication, and selflessness. Born and raised in Washougal, Washington Jean graduated from Washougal High School. Jean's professional path as a Secretary to...

Jul 31, 2023

Marilyn Botts, 76, of Seaside passed away July 31, 2023.

Jul 17, 2023

Christopher J. Kiepke, 50, of Astoria, passed away at home, on July 17 th , 2023, after a lifelong battle with heartfailure. He was born and raised in Astoria, OR by his parents, Donna and George Kiepke, alongside hisyounger sister, Melissa. Being born with heart complications and having undergone multiple heart surgeriesthroughout childhood and his adult life, he adopted a...

Jul 15, 2023

Barbara Jean Grafton, age 90, passed away peacefully on July 15, 2023. She was born January 23, 1933 in Cavour, South Dakota to Francis and Lillian (Knouse) Dollenbacher. After graduating from nursing school, Barbara moved to Oregon where she met the love of her life, Arthur Grafton, Jr.  Barbara and Art married August 21, 1955 in Cavour, South Dakota then...

Jul 12, 2023

Sharon Alexander passed away on July 12th after a five-year battle with Frontotemporal Dementia.  Sharon was happily married to Andy Alexander for 29 years.  She spent most of her life in Camden, AR, where she worked at the hospital and made a home with Andy.  They shared many memorable years in Arkansas with friends and loved ones. Together, they united...