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Keep Maruame
1953-2024Keep Maruame, age 70, passed away Saturday morning on March 23rd, 2024 at OHSU, where he was admitted for experiencing congestive heart failure. His passing was peaceful with his family by his side. Keep was born on July 1st, 1953, on the island of Kapingamarangi Atoll in Micronesia, to Diou and Maria Ulik. He was the oldest of eight children, including his sisters Listina, Marcella, Ambelina, Zipporah, and Flora, and his brothers Kastro and Martisio. As a child, Keep stayed with his uncle Aisea Ulik, his aunt Konsip Ulik, and his grandmother Dariad Patterson, who raised him on Kapingamarangi before he moved to Pohnpei with his parents for high school. Aisea and Konsip had 11 children who became siblings to Keep: his sisters Enrida, Bertha, Etelinda, Elizabeth, Lima, Dadoume and brothers Nathan, Koel, Augie, Withnel, and Jose. He had many cousins on both sides of his family who are considered his brothers and sisters in Kapingese culture. He became a resident of Monmouth, OR when he moved to the U.S.A to attend Oregon College of Education (now Western Oregon University), where he received a degree in Education. While attending college, he also met the love of his life, who he married and raised a family with. He married Doris Maruame on August 16th, 1986. They raised three daughters together, Angela, Olivia and Bridget, and were blessed with one granddaughter, Chloe. He was a proud Christian family man. Spending time with his family brought him the utmost pride and joy. His career was in the food processing industry as a supervisor/mechanic at a cannery in Salem. After the cannery closed, he worked at Walmart in Dallas until his retirement. Keep also had a passion and talent for repairing cars. He was someone family and friends could rely on for a helping hand to fix or repair many things. Friends remember Keep as a kind, humorous and humble soul, showing us the true meaning of “Aroha” and “Hirakirara”. His graciousness has touched many lives by helping friends and family when in need of housing and food - he’d never pass up an opportunity to help someone. He always had a smile on his face, exuded positivity, and could lighten anyone’s day. Aside from spending quality time with family and friends, Keep loved music, golfing, fishing, grilling, camping and going to the coast. His family remembers Keep playing music throughout the house, singing along, and playing his guitar. He also had an artistic side and enjoyed painting. These memories filled the home with joy. Family, and friends are invited to reminisce and honor the life of Keep Maruame. The service will be followed by a reception with food and refreshments.Date: Saturday March 30, 2024Time: 2:00 PMLocation: Dallas Evangelical ChurchAddress: 783 SW Church St. Dallas, OR 97338 -
Ronald Shields
1934-2024Ronald Eugene Shields was born on October 6, 1934, in Millinocket, Maine and passed away peacefully on March 19, 2024 in McMinnville, Oregon. At age 11, Ron’s family moved to the west coast and settled in Renton Washington, where he spent his formative school years. He was always a skilled musician and played in a dance band from the time he was in 8th grade with high school students at the time, known as the “Mood Makers”. He originally played clarinet as his main instrument but he began to play flute and saxophone as well. Upon graduating from Renton High School in Renton, Washington, in 1953, he enlisted in the US Navy, where he served for four years, and played clarinet in a ship band at one point aboard an aircraft carrier, the USS Oriskany, completing a tour of duty starting in San Francisco and having anchored in Hawaii, Yokosuka, Japan, then-British Hong Kong, and The Philippines. After his discharge from the Navy at Brooklyn Navy Yard and withdrawing as a petty officer third class, Ron pursued his passion for music at Washington State University in Pullman, majoring in Music Education and studying to become a band teacher. It was during his time at WSU that he met Margaret Emily Forrester, his future wife, in music history class. They were married in 1960 and shared a devoted marriage of over 63 years until Ron's passing. Upon earning his bachelor's degree in 1962, Ron began a fulfilling career as a high school and middle school band teacher. This took him to several communities throughout his career - Grand Coulee Dam and Renton, Washington, and Forest Grove and Madras, Oregon. He and Margaret had one daughter and two sons. Beginning in 1963, Ron pursued his Master’s degree in music education, attending WSU during the summers, and completing it in 1970. He continued to teach junior high and elementary school band until his retirement in 1992. Margaret retired in 1994. After retirement, Ron and Margaret enjoyed their time in Yachats, Oregon, indulging in their love for the beach. They later moved to Monmouth, Oregon, and eventually settled in McMinnville in 2005, where they could be closer to their children and grandchildren. In 2011, they became active members of the McMinnville Cooperative Ministries church. Ron had many hobbies including running, woodworking, and later golf. He ran and finished the Seaside Marathon and ran but did not finish the Salem Marathon. He also ran in a relay from Roseburg to Coos Bay, where his team placed first for their age group. He enjoyed making pens on his lathe and building other wooden items such as bird houses, clocks, and mirrors. When golfing, he once got a hole in one. In their later years, Ron & Margaret moved to The Manor at Hillside Retirement Community. Over nearly 8 years, they made many good friends there, where Ron was a resident who was always eager to help people. He delivered newspapers to people’s doors in the early morning hours. Ron also enjoyed playing golf with friends from the McMinnville Cooperative Ministries church and volunteered to help with providing shelter for the homeless. Ron & Margaret enjoyed classical music and attending Oregon Symphony concerts together. Throughout his life, Ron was known for his caring and compassionate nature, always prioritizing his family. He was deeply involved in his children and grandchildren’s lives, encouraging them to pursue their interests and creating cherished memories together. He had a big heart and would occasionally buy meals for those in need. He will be remembered for his kindness, compassion, generosity, and sense of humor. Ronald is preceded in death by his parents, Lyndon and Margaret Shields, and his sister, Shirley Shields Vincent. He is survived by his loving wife, Margaret Emily Forrester Shields, children Lynda, Harold and daughter-in law, Tonya, Peter and daughter-in-law, Wen-Juang, and grandchildren Dylan, Ethan, Brady, and Evan. A memorial service will be held at The Manor at Hillside Retirement Community in McMinnville, Oregon on June 8 at 2:00 PM. -
Wayne Yoakam
1947-2024Wayne Yoakam was born on March 27th in 1947 and raised on a farm in Central Ohio. He died peacefully on March 17th in 2024 in Portland, Oregon, just 10 days shy of his 77th birthday. M. Joy Young, his wife of nearly 32 years, was by his side. Wayne and Joy enjoyed a loving, devoted relationship and were married on the Spring Equinox of March 21st, 1992.Wayne was the first member of his entire family to go to college, graduating with a BS in education. After working as an agronomist in Costa Rica for three years, he returned to the US and taught high school English, but soon decided that teaching was not his true calling. He learned the craft of woodworking and worked as a master finish carpenter for almost forty years, except for a two-year hiatus in the nineties, when he and Joy were Peace Corps volunteers in Lesotho, Africa. It was during their Peace Corps service that Wayne wrote his first book, “Song of the Dragon.” Wayne was a meticulous craftsman and did excellent work, and was always in high demand. His woodworking business was called “Plumperfect,” and a very fitting name it was.Wayne’s most recent book is a children’s story, published by Fulton Books, “The Marvelous Adventures of Baxter the very famous Broad backed Bear and His Fabulous Friends.” This is a charming and fascinating story of a baby bear that discovers a special talent for dancing and twirling that leads him on a thrilling journey around the world.Wayne, who sometimes referred to himself as Clarence, loved puns. He was a punster who would see the humor in situations and visualize words by instantly breaking them up in his head. Besides his sense of humor, Wayne was a painter, creating vibrant water colors with paint right out of the tubes. He had plans to illustrate his next book.Wayne Yoakam is survived by his wife, M. Joy Young, his brothers Steve Bormuth and Sam Bormuth of Ohio, sister Stephanie Beech of Arlington, Ohio, his sisters-in-law Loresea Young of Portland, Oregon, Rhee Morton of Vancouver, Washington, and many wonderful and caring friends. Wayne was preceded in death by his parents Wayne E. Yoakam and step father Marion Bormuth and his mother Luella Bormuth.No memorial is planned at this time. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the charity of your choice. -
Harley Sundet
1944-2024Harley SundetBorn November 6, 1944 – passed away March 16, 2024 Harley was born to Clarence and Gladys Sundet in Salem, Oregon on November 6, 1944. He attended Labish Center from 1st grade through 8th grade and there were only 5 kids in his classes. When he moved up to Waldo Jr. High he was amazed by the large number of kids. He attended North Salem High School. While in high school he and Larry Mahan rode a mule to school right before graduation, they got in a lot of trouble and were sent home by Mr. Hanauska, who found the situation funny but had to enforce the rules. He was a favorite of Harley’s for his sense of humor. After high school, Harley joined the National Guard and was stationed in Carmel, CA. He returned home and worked for a farmer and after that he and his brother Gordon started bailing hay until Gordon passed away in 1967. His next adventure was truck driving for Exley Trucking out of Portland. He married Florence Kokel in 1968 and gained a great stepchild, Rick Kokel, they have always remained close. He worked for several trucking outfits over the years. Harley bought furniture in Los Angeles and sold it in Salem. In 1976 he joined Roy Herr’s Century 21 Real Estate Office. In 1987 he married Sharon Zandol and gained two more stepchildren. Harley loved going to rodeos with his grandson Riley, especially their trip to the National Finals Rodeo in Las Vegas. He and Sharon spent many years vacationing in Mesa, Arizona where he enjoyed spending time with friends and playing Sudoku under the shade of an umbrella by the pool. He also loved going to farm auctions. Harley is predeceased by both parents, brothers, Gordon and Sam and sister DeeAnn. He leaves behind his wife, Sharon, stepchildren Rick Kokel, Cameron Zandol and his wife Cathy, Stacee Zandol, grandchildren Keysha Freeman her fiancé Taylor Eckley, Riley Zandol, Gino Zandol-Gattuccio, and Emma Bolander and her fiancé Joshua Erikson. -
Daniel Denton (Grover)
1962-2024Daniel Robert Denton (Grover) July 7, 1962 - March 11, 2024 Daniel R Denton, 61, of Hillsboro, OR passed away peacefully in his home while sleeping, March 11, 2024. His family and friends are deeply saddened from this sudden loss. Born July 7, 1962 in Canoga Park, California, Daniel was preceded in death by father Robert Denton Jr and mother Linda Grover. He is survived by step-father Roy Grover; his sister Debbie, her sons Sean and Nate and their families, her daughters Dani and Chloe and their families; half-siblings Rob, Christine, Anissa, Denise, Jim and Will and their families; step-sisters Michelle and Wendy and their families; uncles and aunts Ron, Michael, Jeannie and Janet and their families; his Smallwood community family; and long time friend Bennett. Daniel was loved by all who knew him. He was a proud uncle, a caring brother, a devoted son and appreciative friend. He was an avid reader, very knowledgeable, enjoyed conversation and all sorts of music. He loved going on camping adventures with family and trying to out-fish his mom. Mostly, Daniel valued time with family, always joyfully saying “family matters!” He was a graduate from Beaverton High School, where, under the guidance of beloved Theater Arts Director, James Erickson, Daniel thrived. From a very young age Daniel found endless entertainment through his imagination. He was constantly drawing and creating characters, dreaming up stories and writing. Mr. E provided top notch opportunities to channel and grow these gifts through acting, singing, collaborating, leading peers as Thespian President and traveling to London, England with his Drama Club to see plays. To earn money for the London trip, Daniel put his staging skills to work at Lipman's Dept store creating displays. He was also able to perform and sit for photos as their Cinnamon Bear during Christmas time with the kids, including his tiny nephew Sean! His family was delighted to watch his confidence and talent blossom over those years doing things that he enjoyed so very much. At the end of high school Daniel was elated to receive a scholarship to the American Academy of Dramatic Arts in Los Angeles. The summer after completing his first year at the academy, Daniel traveled to New York City and San Francisco then home again where, unfortunately, mental health concerns lead to a diagnosis of Schizophrenia, a brain disease that tends to show up in males on the brink of adulthood. Medication helped but with that help denial often follows, leading many, including Daniel, to discontinue meds. It was a rollercoaster in earlier years. Eventually, with strong support of family and a solid Mental Health Care system in place at that time, Daniel became motivated to stay on his meds and settled into new housing at Hillsboro’s Smallwood Apartments. It's a community who looks after each other, understanding what each other is going through and a place Daniel called home for about 40 years. Although Daniel's symptoms lessened with medication, he was still bothered by voices in his head and seeing hallucinations to various degrees through each day until the end of his life. In spite of this, Daniel admirably chose to be resilient. He fought every day to live his best life… and he did. It was quite an accomplishment indeed to live as such a loving, caring and considerate person. He was a gentle soul, a person all were happy to know. Daniel was hopeful to experience a cure for Schizophrenia someday but knew without a doubt, when God called him home he would be leaving the voices behind. Your loved ones miss you Daniel and will see you in Heaven! *The family invites you to join “Team Daniel” in NAMI Walks, a fund raiser for National Alliance on Mental Illness. Donate or Walk In Honor of Daniel, see details above and below. **Private family gatherings will be held to celebrate Daniel's life. Please share your photos and stories in “Tributes” for all to appreciate what a special human Daniel was. -
Peggy Wurdinger
1960-2024In loving memory of Peggy Ann Wurdinger It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Peggy Ann Wurdinger, who left us on March 2, 2024, in Molalla, Oregon. Peggy was a beloved wife to William Terry Wurdinger, a devoted mother to Leslie, Courtney, and Carey, a loving grandmother to Ava, and a cherished sibling to Gregory. Peggy was born on October 21, 1960, in Portland Oregon and was adopted by Raymond and Quintha Komp and was sister of Gregory Komp. She attended Molalla High School, where she was a dedicated cheerleader and graduated in 1978. In October 1978 she married the love of her life Terry Wurdinger, and they were married for 45 Years. They went on to have three daughters and one granddaughter. She loved her family with all of her heart and would not have traded them for anything. Peggy went on to serve as a School Bus Driver for the Molalla School District for nearly 30 years. During her tenure, she played a vital role in shaping the lives of countless Molalla children. Her impact was profound, as she treated every child as her own, nurturing relationships that lasted a lifetime. Known for her heart of gold, infectious smile, and boisterous laugh, Peggy was a caring soul with a fierce spirit. Her family meant everything to her, and she found immense joy in being a grandmother to Ava, whom she adored and shared a special bond with. Peggy loved going to the beach with her husband Terry and the girls. They would crab and dig for clams most weekends. Peggy's close-knit circle of friends brought her great happiness, especially during their shopping trips, lunches out, and annual excursions to Reno. A ceremony to honor Peggy's life will be held April 6th, 2024, at the Oak and Hood Event Center, 11347 S Macksburg Rd, Canby, OR. 97013 from 12:00pm to 4:00pm. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the family of Peggy Wurdinger. Peggy's legacy of love, kindness, and unwavering dedication will forever be treasured by all who had the privilege of knowing her. May she rest in peace, knowing that she touched the hearts of many and left behind a legacy of compassion and joy.
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