Smoke from a cannon salute lingers over the grounds of Willamette National Cemetery.

Here is a compilation of obituaries posted on Oregon Live. Viewing times and guest books can be seen here.

Edward Aamodt, 93, died on April 29, 2024, in Excelsior, Minn. Born on August 8, 1930, in Seattle, Edward was raised by his single mother, Agnes Ratigan Aamodt. He was the oldest of three children and graduated from St. Edward Catholic Elementary.

Barbara Anderson, 86, died on May 6, 2024, in Wilsonville. Born in Cleveland, Ohio, on August 18, 1937, Barbara was raised by Elizabeth Juliet and Henry Balbian Byrns and moved to Youngstown, Ohio, at age five. She attended Boardman High School.

Karen Anderson, 77, died on December 21, 2023, in Portland. Originally from Omaha, Neb., Karen attended Macalester College and earned a master’s degree from the University of Minnesota. She married Jeff Anderson in 1970 and worked as a freelancer.

Richard Betts, 83, died on June 8, 2024, in Portland. Born on September 15, 1940, in Portland, Richard founded an electrical manufacturing representative agency.

Bill Boyd, 76, died on June 4, 2024, in Portland. Born on October 13, 1947, Bill had many passions, including Jane Austen, opera, and traveling.

Stanley Boles, 77, died on June 7, 2024, in Palm Springs, California. Born in San Antonio, Texas, on February 27, 1947, and raised in Houston, Stanley battled ALS for two years before his passing.

Joseph Bonagofski, 93, died on June 2, 2024, in Bend. Born on September 17, 1930, in Selfridge, N.D., Joseph was the second oldest in a family of 14 children and was known for his bright personality.

Kay Burrell died in Gresham. Follow the link for details.

Katherine Carter, 81, died on May 13, 2024, in Lake Oswego. Born on October 27, 1942, in Minnesota, Katherine spent her early years in Texas.

Patrick Childs, 55, died in Gladstone. Born on March 23, 1969, in Portland, Patrick was legally blind from birth but graduated from Madison High School.

Michelle Collins, 65, died on June 9, 2024, in Portland. Michelle graduated from the University of Washington with a Communications degree.

Perry Cole, 90, died June 7, 2024, in Beaverton. Born January 8, 1934, in Creston, Iowa, Perry was married to Margaret Cole for 52 years and they had two children.

Barbara Coleman, 93, died peacefully in Palm Springs, California. Born on June 2, 1931, in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, Barbara spent joyous winter months in the desert.

Will Crandall, 99, died on May 29, 2024, in Hillsboro. Will is interred at Valley Memorial Funeral Home.

Kevin Courtney, 63, died on June 1, 2024, in Happy Valley from kidney cancer. Born on September 19, 1960, in Sunnyside, Washington, Kevin moved to Milton-Freewater, Ore., shortly after birth.

George Davies was a Staff Sergeant who returned to Portland after being missing in action for 81 years. He was killed in action during Operation TIDAL WAVE on August 1, 1943.

Alexander DeLucia, 87, died on May 16, 2024, in Happy Valley. Born on August 2, 1936, in Pennsylvania, Alexander founded PartsVoice, an auto-parts locator service.

Jody DiBartolo, 66, died on June 5, 2024, in Ocean Springs, Mississippi. Born on October 17, 1957, Jody was a talented hair stylist and a loving family member.

Harold Douglas died in Beaverton. Born the third of four children, Harold graduated from Peoria High School and was later inducted into its basketball team.

JoAnn Doyle, 97, died on June 18, 2024. Born July 22, 1926, in North Portland, JoAnn was the matriarch of her family and attended Holy Redeemer Catholic Grade School and St. Mary’s Academy.

John Dustin, 86, died on June 16, 2024, in Portland. John’s life centered on wrestling, family, and exploring the world.

Sean Ellis, 54, affectionately known as “the dude,” died on January 15, 2024, in Corbett. Born and raised in Portland, Sean loved his dogs and had a kind and helpful nature.

Virginia Fitzhenry died on June 7, 2024, in Portland, Oregon, at the age of 94. Virginia was born and raised in Sacramento, California, and married her high school sweetheart, Robert.

Steven Gaare, 79, died on May 12, 2024, in Boring. Born on November 10, 1944, in Bonners Ferry, Idaho, Steven graduated from Grant Union High School and Portland State University.

Vincent Heinrich, 89, died on June 10, 2024, in Hillsboro. Born on March 2, 1935, Vincent was known for his unwavering dedication to faith and family.

Evelyn Lanxon, 90, died on June 10, 2024, in Happy Valley. Born on June 21, 1933, Evelyn was married to Henry D. Lanxon, who preceded her in death.

Margot Leonard, 62, died on June 17, 2024, in Portland. Known as “Gogo,” Margot battled melanoma and leaves behind her son, mother, brother, sister, nieces, and nephews.

Sam Karlin, 24, died on May 8, 2024, in Portland. Born in Port-au-Prince, Haiti, Sam was adopted by Marty and given the family name Karlin.

Susie Kanewske, 72, died on January 26, 2024, in Chicago, Illinois. A celebration of her life will be held at the Home of Mary Wilson in Portland.

Patricia Kindrick, 76, died on June 9, 2024, in Portland. Born on May 24, 1948, in Philadelphia, Patricia served in the US Army and had a 40+ year nursing career.

Wandalene McCurdy, 87, died on February 27, 2024, in Portland. Known for her impeccable taste and fierce advocacy, Wandalene was a beloved mother.

Marilyn Maslen, 93, died on May 25, 2024, in Portland. Born on February 12, 1931, in Shields, Wisconsin, Marilyn graduated from Hillsboro Union High School in 1948.

Chris McPherson died; service details are available online.

John Michael died in Portland. Born to Harold and Marianne Michael in Oceanside, California, John had a 30-year career as a civil engineer.

Arnold Mindell, 84, died on June 10, 2024, in Yachats. Born January 1, 1940, in Schenectady, N.Y., Arnold was a physicist and founder of Process oriented Psychology.

William Parm Jr., 82, died on June 17, 2024, in Portland. Born in 1942 in Houston, Texas, William was predeceased by his parents and wife.

Carol Poleo Torchia died. Visit Riverview Abbey Funeral Home for details.

Jeanne Schulte, 82, died on April 27, 2024. Born on December 28, 1942, Jeanne was raised in Perris, California, and moved to Lake Oswego.

Katherine Stark, 49, died after a courageous battle with cancer. Katherine was known for her quiet service and dedication to volunteering.

Robert Stuva, 57, died on June 13, 2024. Known as Ben, he had a passion for flight and is survived by his daughters.

Margaret Smull, 72, died on June 16, 2024, in Richland, Washington. Born in Portland, Oregon, she was the eldest of seven children and married Rick Smull in 1980.

Lysbeth Toribio, 89, died on June 8, 2024, in Portland.

John Woodworth died peacefully on June 9, 2024, in Portland. Rod was an Eagle Scout and attended University High School in Eugene.

Generative AI was used to produce an initial draft of this story, which was reviewed and edited by Advance Media staff.

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