Obituaries

Frank Henry Janesofsky

Frank Henry Janesofsky

Mar 24, 2021

Frank Henry Janesofsky, resident of Independence, passed away on March 24, 2021 at the age of 87.  Frank was born on July 3, 1933 in Egbert, Wyoming to Frank and Mildred Janesofsky. After graduating high school, Frank enlisted in the US Army.  He worked much of his life as a construction truck driver.  He married Helen Dalsing on August 29,...

Michael Alan Parker

Michael Alan Parker

Mar 19, 2021

Michael Alan Parker1947 ~ 2021 Michael Alan Parker passed away Friday, March 19, 2021 surrounded by his wife and children. Michael, or “Mike” to those who knew him, was raised in Scio. He attended Scio High School and enlisted in the Army at the end of his senior year. He bravely served during the Vietnam War and was awarded many...

Daniel Nickoli Hanson

Daniel Nickoli Hanson

Mar 19, 2021

Dan was born in 1966 and died at his home in Monmouth in March 2021 at the age of 54. Survived by his wife Laurie Duncan Hanson; children, Cameron Minten, Cicely Minten Branson; and granddaughter Alana Branson; and Oscar, Laurie's companion German Shepherd. Parents, the late Colleen and Lloyd Hanson. In-laws, Don Duncan and the late Verna Duncan. Sister in...

Victor Cuevas Castillo

Victor Cuevas Castillo

Mar 17, 2021

Victor Cuevas Castillo passed away suddenly on March 17, 2021 at the age of 21.  Victor was born on September 11, 1999 in Silverton, Oregon to Ismael Cuevas Salgado and Rocio Castillo Gomez. A viewing will be held on Tuesday, March 23 from 1 pm to 5 pm at Farnstrom Mortuary, and funeral mass will be on Wednesday, March 24,...

Robert Eugene Marr

Robert Eugene Marr

Mar 9, 2021

Outstanding family man and aviation enthusiast Robert Eugene Marr (Bob) passed away at his home on March 9, 2021. The oldest of four boys Bob was raised in Falls City and Monmouth OR by the timber family of Harvey and Jeanette Marr.  Growing up Bob excelled in academics and sports while also working in the woods with his father and...

Van Keith Holstad

Van Keith Holstad

Mar 5, 2021

Van Keith HolstadOctober 14, 1969 - March 5, 2021 Van Holstad, beloved husband of Jeannine, his wife of nearly 26 years, father to Jackson, 22, and Grace, 19, son, brother, uncle, friend, coach, and teacher, passed away unexpectedly at the age of 51 due to a heart attack on March 5, 2021. In so many ways, Van was the soul...

Lidiya I. Voron

Lidiya I. Voron

Mar 4, 2021

Funeral services for Lidiya I. Voron will be held on Monday, March 8, 2021 at 6:00 p.m. at the Pierschbacher Funeral Home in Chariton.

Edythe Marie Oberg

Edythe Marie Oberg

Feb 27, 2021

A celebration of Edythe’s life is at 1 p.m. on Saturday, March 13, at Dallas Alliance Church. This event will be livestreamed via the Dallas Alliance Facebook page for those who are not able to attend in person.Edythe Marie ObergJanuary 6, 1939 ~ February 27, 2021 Edythe Marie Oberg passed away peacefully in her Dallas residence on February 27, 2021,...

Barbara Joan Locke

Barbara Joan Locke

Feb 27, 2021

Barbara Joan Locke, 78, maiden name Sahnow, of Springfield, Oregon, passed to glory on Saturday, February 27th, 2021 surrounded by family in her home. Her life was full of energy and excitement that she put into being a loving wife, mother, Grammy and friend. Barbara grew up in Independence, Oregon where she graduated high school. She continued her education at...

Marilyn Jane Paulson

Marilyn Jane Paulson

Feb 25, 2021

Marilyn J. Paulson, age 83, passed away on February 25, 2021 after several years of cognitive decline. She was born September 8, 1937 in Detroit Lakes, Minnesota to David and Agnes Nelson. She married the love of her life, Casper F. Paulson Jr. (Bud), in August 1953. Marilyn spent most of her childhood in the Portland area and had strong...

Rush Hudson Limbaugh Iii

Rush Hudson Limbaugh Iii

Feb 17, 2021

One of the most influential media personalities in history, Rush Limbaugh, has died at the age of 70 following his year-long battle with Stage IV lung cancer. Limbaugh's wife, Kathryn, broke the news to his radio show audience Wednesday. Limbaugh began his iconic, nationally syndicated radio show 33 years ago, at a time when most in media regarded AM radio...

Joseph L. Delgado, Jr.

Joseph L. Delgado, Jr.

Feb 16, 2021

Joseph L. Delgado, Jr. passed away on February 16, 2021 at the age of 58.  Joseph was born on October 30, 1962 in Redmond, Oregon to Joseph and Juana (Diaz) Delgado.  Joseph graduated from Central High School in Independence, Oregon. Joseph is preceded in death by his mother, Juana Luna Diaz, and is survived by his partner Rebecca Taylor; son...

Darryl Lee Presnall

Darryl Lee Presnall

Feb 15, 2021

Darryl loved working with his hands.  Carpentry was his calling, though he had his hand in many careers.  We will share more at our next family reunion.  He also loved professional sporting events, especially the SF 49ers. Special thanks to Southwest Medical Hospice of Las Vegas, 8655 S Easter Ave, Las Vegas, NV 89123.  Donations are welcome in Darryl’s name,...

Deborah Mills

Deborah Mills

Feb 15, 2021

Deborah Mills passed away in the early morning of Feb. 15th in Corvallis OR. She was born in Brookline, Massachusetts on Jan 7, 1928 to Roger and Vida Mills. She grew up on First Cliff in Scituate, MA sailing her beloved Wood Pussy catboat and helping her father crew his wooden sloop the Vida. She was a 1946 graduate of...

Nolan William Bliss

Nolan William Bliss

Feb 14, 2021

Nolan William Bliss passed away on February 14, 2021 at Doernbecher Children's Hospital.  Nolan was born on July 3, 2020 to Tylor Bliss and Brianna Oakes. Farnstrom Mortuary is caring for the family. To send a flower arrangement or to plant trees in memory of Nolan William Bliss, please click here to visit our Sympathy Store.

Carl "Duke" Iverson

Carl "Duke" Iverson

Feb 11, 2021

Monmouth – June 18, 1940 – February 11, 2021. Duke was born in Seattle, Washington to Wendell and Anne Iverson. He graduated from Pe Ell High School in 1958. Following high school, Duke earned his B.A. in Chemistry from Whitman College (1962) and his Ph.D. in Biological Science from the University of Wisconsin (1967). In the fall of 1967, Duke...

Delores Jean Lusk

Delores Jean Lusk

Feb 10, 2021

Delores Jean Lusk went home to her Lord and Savior on February 10, 2021 at age 91. Delores was born to Roy and Mable Davis on January 16, 1930 in Portland, Oregon. She graduated from Gresham High School in 1947 and was homecoming queen that year. Delores attended Oregon College of Education and graduated in 1963. She taught fifth grade...

Joyce Ann Larson

Joyce Ann Larson

Feb 10, 2021

Joyce Ann Larson passed away on February 10, 2021 at the age of 81.  She was born on July 9, 1939 in Kent, Washington to Roy and Jane Ellis. Per her request, Joyce's life will be celebrated privately.  Please check back later for a full obituary. Farnstrom Mortuary is caring for the family. To send a flower arrangement or to...

Ricky Arthur Simmons

Ricky Arthur Simmons

Feb 1, 2021

Ricky A. Simmons, age 62, passed away February 1, 2021. Rick was born March 6, 1958 in Albany, Oregon. He lived in Salem most of his life, and after graduating from Sprague High School, became an auto body technician. He built and restored countless classic cars throughout his life, including his own 1931 Ford coupe. Rick loved camping with his...

Patricia Joan Heide

Patricia Joan Heide

Jan 30, 2021

On Saturday, January 30, 2021, Patricia “Pat” Heide, sister, loving mother of five, proud “gramma,” and great “grammie”, passed away at the age of 84.  Pat was born on June 7, 1936, to Delbert and Illa Price.  She spent most of her life in Monmouth, graduating from Central HS in 1954, part of the first class to attend all four...