Local obituaries for Portland, Multnomah County, Oregon.
Gerald Maurice White
2026
Gerald Maurice White of Portland, Oregon passed away on February 12, 2026 at age 78. A beloved husband and father, Gerald was a lifelong musician, educator and avid writer. He is survived by his wife Katherine Polizos, his son Zacharius Polizos-White and a large extended family. Services will be held privately. In lieu of flowers, the family welcomes donations to...
William Brady Joy
2026
William (Bill) Brady Joy September 17, 1938 – February 12, 2026
William “Bill” Brady Joy was born in Portland, Oregon, to Brady and Dorothy Joy on September 17, 1938. The first of three children, Bill grew up on NE Wygant Street, where he enjoyed a happy childhood and formed friendships that endured throughout his life.
He graduated from Benson High School in...
Bill George
Feb 11, 2026
Bill (Vasilios) Chris George passed away peacefully on February 11, 2026 with his family by his side. The youngest of four siblings, Vasilios was born on June 9, 1939 in his beloved Nestani, Arcadia, Greece to parents Christos and Konstantina (Papadimitriou) Georgaras.
He lost his father at the young age of three years old and was subsequently raised solely by his mother. This...
Benyam Andebrham
2026
Benyam Andebrhan, 66, passed away surrounded by loved ones, leaving behind a
legacy of warmth, laughter, and strength. Born on January 1, 1960, in Asmara, Eritrea,
to Elleta T-Berhane and Pastor Andebrhan Manna. He was the fourth of seven siblings
and cherished his role within a large and close-knit family. As a young adult, Benyam’s
journey took him from Eritrea to Beirut and later...
Carla Marie Bates
2026
Our beloved Carla was born on January 11th 1958 to our Dear mother, Joanne Johnson Rollins and honorary father, Carl Leffall in Oakland, California. For the first 11 years of her life, she lived in Oakland with her six siblings. She enjoyed family gatherings, hopscotch and tether ball as well as family fishing trips to Lake Berryessa with her grandparents,...
Dorothy Raye Carter
2026
Dorothy Raye Carter, a beloved figure in her community and an exceptional caregiver, passed away on January 21, 2026, in Portland, Oregon. Born on March 30, 1934, in Shreveport, Louisiana, Dorothy lived a vibrant life dedicated to serving others and uplifting those around her.
Dorothy pursued her passion for nursing, completing her education at Portland Community College and subsequently embarking on...
Carol Jeanne Cook
Jan 21, 2026
Carol "Carie" Cook passed away quietly on a wintery Wednesday morning at the age of 67. Carie was a gentle soul and proud Portlander who appreciated the diversity and uniqueness of her River City. She believed in Jesus, justice, conservation and kindness to all living things.
Carie found beauty in the abstract as reflected in her photography and art, utilizing shadow,...
Hisayoshi Muramatsu
2026
Hisayoshi Muramatsu, age 73, of Milwaukie, Oregon, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on January 16, 2026.
He was born in Arari, Japan, to Tsugi and Shigeru Muramatsu on September 23rd 1952. He spent his first three decades in Japan before making regular visits to his extended family in the states and eventually moving and starting a family in Oregon.
Hisayoshi was...
Leilauni Lea Hauck
Jan 14, 2026
Leilauni Lea Hauck, a kind-hearted and devoted individual, passed away on January 14, 2026, at the age of 69. Born on October 21, 1956, in Portland, Oregon, Leilauni was the cherished daughter of Kenneth and Alene Powell. Her early years were spent in Portland, where she embraced her vibrant community and formed lasting friendships.
Leilauni graduated from Roosevelt High School in...
Vanessa Royal Hampton
2026
Vanessa D. Royal (Hampton), affectionately known as Deb, was born on December 1, 1957, in Omaha, Nebraska, the sixth child of Jeanettia Steen and Wallace Murrell. She spent her early years in Omaha before marrying the late United States Army veteran Samuel D. Hampton in 1975 in Petersburg, Virginia. From that union, one son was born, Victor L. Hampton.
Deb later...
Brian Christopher MacWilliams
Jan 12, 2026
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Brian Christopher MacWilliams, who left this world on January 12, 2026, at the age of 74. Brian was born on March 25, 1951, in Philadelphia, but lived most of his life in Portland, OR. He led a life imbued with love, kindness, and a quiet resilience that touched the lives of many.
Brian...
George Steve Zadan
2026
George Steve Zadan, a man whose warmth and kindness resonated within the hearts of all who knew him, departed this world on January 7, 2026, in Oregon City, Oregon. Born on June 13, 1954, in Portland, Oregon, George was a true son of the Pacific Northwest, his roots deeply entwined with the vibrant community he cherished throughout his life.
A dedicated...
Margaret Bennett
Jan 2, 2026
Margaret Bennett passed away on January 2, 2026, at the age of 93. She was born in Wisconsin in 1932, and relocated to Portland later in life.
Margaret devoted 30 years of her professional life to Jantzen Knitting Mills as a seamstress. In addition to her career, Margaret was a passionate volunteer for the Portland Parks Senior Recreation Centers, where she...
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