Local obituaries for Portland, Multnomah County, Oregon.
Phillip Earl Thompson
Aug 3, 2024
Phillip Earl Thompson (Phil, as he is affectionately known) was born in Portland, Oregon on November 17, 1950 to Mosco and Lena May Thompson. The fifth of seven beautiful children, it was immediately obvious that this little boy was something special. He was insightful, goal oriented, driven, hardworking, independent, and strong willed on the one hand and dependable, caring,...
Wayne Lewis
Jul 27, 2024
Wayne Lewis, affectionately known as "Money Bags," peacefully gained his wings on July 27, 2024, at
the age of 73. Born on May 14, 1951, in Portland, Oregon, to Elsie Clay and Arthur Carter, Wayne led a
life filled with love, dedication, and service to his community and faith.
Growing up in Portland, Wayne attended Boise and Irvington Elementary Schools before graduating
from Grant...
Viola Janson
Jul 23, 2024
Viola, “Vi” was born December 22, 1933 in Westmore, Kansas. Vi had 6 siblings, who were all raised Baptist on the Dean
family farm. She moved to Oregon at the age of 24, where she joined two sisters already residing in Oregon.
Vi met Harold Janson when she was 28. She married Harold, who had three children from a previous marriage, Gail,...
Gail Denise Wetherbee
Jul 23, 2024
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Gail Denise Wetherbee.
Cherished Daughter, Mother, Sister, Favorite Auntie, Cousin, and BFF to many. Gail’s life was filled with many adventures. Born in Corvallis OR, she lived in Green Bay WI, Fairfield CT, and Huntington Beach CA, before settling back home in Oregon. She was “The Best Athlete in the...
Richard Lee Porus
Jul 22, 2024
Richard L. Porus left his remarkable life just as he lived it—on his own terms, and with a fierce independence. He died at the age of 95, on July 22, 2024, at his home in Portland, Oregon, where he lived independently until his death.
Richard was born on July 1, 1929 to Max and Eve Porus of Cleveland, OH. He and...
James Price Moss
Jul 20, 2024
James Price (JP) Moss passed away on July 20, 2024 at the age of 55. His perseverance through serious medical challenges in recent years highlighted his drive for life and his deep desire to cherish every moment with his loved ones.
JP was born to Sidney and Priscilla Moss in Kittanning, Pennsylvania on April 11, 1969. At age 12, he moved...
Etta Jenelle Brown
Jul 20, 2024
Etta Jenelle Brown was the middle child born to Grayson & Ellon Warren on March 17, 1942 in Paducah, Kentucky. She attended Benjamin Harrison Elementary, Muessel Jr. High & Graduated early in 1959 from Central High School in South Bend Indiana. She enjoyed Varsity Cheerleading, Glee Club, Booster club, and Math. Her specialties included Math, English & Language with Honors....
Lillian Allen
Jul 16, 2024
Lillian Elizabeth Allen, age 88, of Portland, Oregon was called home by God on the afternoon of
July 16, 2024. She had battled numerous health issues but was in good spirits and feeling well
just prior to her sudden departure.
Lillian was born January 17, 1936, in Maringouin, Louisiana. She moved a couple times,
spending several years in Beaumont, Texas and finally ending up...
Diane Christine Burns
Jul 14, 2024
Diane Christine Burns (Andersen), aged 73, passed away on July 14, 2024, surrounded by her family and friends in Portland, Oregon. Born on August 24, 1950, in Cedar Falls, Iowa, the youngest of 4 children raised on the working family farm in Dike, IA. Diane was a vibrant and outgoing individual who embraced life with zeal and a spirit of...
Mary Jo Williams
Jul 7, 2024
Mary Jo Williams, aged 73, of Oregon City, Oregon, passed away peacefully in her home on Sunday, July 7th, 2024, after her valiant battle with progressive supranuclear palsy. Born in Portland, Oregon on March 4th 1951, Mary was the daughter of George Greenwood Sr. and Tessie Mae Greenwood. Mary met Willie Ray Williams and they were wed at the Multnomah...
Karin Wicklund-Cooke
Jul 5, 2024
KARIN ELISABETH WIKLUND-COOKE PASSED AWAY ON JULY 5, 2024, INPORTLAND, OREGON, AT THE AGE OF 65. BORN ON JUNE 7, 1959, INLANDSTUHL, GERMANY, TO ERNA AND LARS WIKLUND. KARIN WASCELEBRATED FROM BIRTH FOR HER RADIANT BEAUTY AND CAPTIVATINGPRESENCE. HER LIFE WAS MARKED BY HER PROFOUND ABILITY TOCONNECT WITH PEOPLE THROUGH HER ELOQUENCE AND WARM,INVITING PERSONALITY.HER LIFE WAS FILLED WITH SURPRISE...
Betty "Sally" Archer
Jul 1, 2024
Betty Mae Archer of Portland, OR transitioned to be with the Lord on Monday, July 1, 2024, at the age of 84 years old. Originally named Mary Ella Blacknall by her great grandmother and family midwife, she was born January 15, 1940, in Groesbeck, TX to Lillie Mae and Reese Blacknall.Betty married John Archer, known as Johnny on January 18,...
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