Obituaries

Estacada, Oregon Obituaries

Local obituaries for the Estacada, OR area

Relda G. Upshaw

Relda G. Upshaw

May 31, 2025

Vancouver resident, Relda Upshaw, died at her home with her family by her side on Saturday, May 31, 2025. She was 82.

A funeral service will be held 10:00 AM, Saturday, June 14, 2025 at Estacada Funeral Chapel followed by a committal service at Redland Pioneer Cemetery.

Relda Geneva Bonner was born August 9, 1942 in Bastrop, Louisiana to Josph and Bertie...

Dan L.H. Lippincott

Dan L.H. Lippincott

May 25, 2025

On May 25, 2025, Daniel Leon Holden Lippincott, affectionately known as "Lippy" by his Estacada High School 1972 classmates, was called Home to be with his Lord. His quiet passing was witnessed with family surrounding him. Dan enjoyed many career opportunities in his life from insurance salesman, owning a trucking company, mechanicing his own rigs, and finally in his retirement...

Jeffrey Alan Ervin

Jeffrey Alan Ervin

May 17, 2025

With heavy hearts and profound sorrow, we announce the passing of Jeffrey Ervin—beloved son, devoted brother, cherished uncle, and treasured friend—on May 17, 2025, at 10:44 a.m. at Legacy Good Samaritan Hospital in Portland, Oregon. Though his time with us ended far too soon, the love he gave and the joy he brought will forever echo in the hearts of...

Beverly Mae Randall

Beverly Mae Randall

May 7, 2025

Longtime Estacada resident, Beverly Randall, died at her home with her family by her side on Wednesday, May 7, 2025. She was 94 years old.

Recitation of the rosary will be held 7pm, Thursday, May 29th, 2025 at Estacada Funeral Chapel and a private graveside service will be held on Friday, May 30, 2025 at Mt. Zion Cemetery. On Saturday, May...

Margie Funkhouser

Margie Funkhouser

Apr 17, 2025

Estacada resident Margie Funkhouser died Thursday, April 17, 2025 in Clackamas. She was 71 years old.

A celebration of her life will be held 1:00 PM, Saturday, April 26, 2025 at Estacada Funeral Chapel with a reception to follow at the Estacada Odd Fellows Lodge.

Margaret “Margie” Elizabeth Funkhouser, beloved daughter, sister, aunt, and friend was born on July 1, 1953, in...

Sharon Lois Weston

Sharon Lois Weston

Apr 9, 2025

After a long journey with dementia, our beloved Mom reunited with our Dad in Heaven on April 9th, one day after what would have been their 70th wedding anniversary. While we will miss her enormously, we are grateful that she is now at peace and in the presence of Jesus!

Sharon Lois Hayden was born the youngest of four in August...

Annette Lynn Kelly

Annette Lynn Kelly

Apr 5, 2025

Annette Lynn was born on December 5th, 1958, in Twin Falls, Idaho to Darrell Dan Jones & Judy Leslie (Adams) Jones.

Annette grew up in Sparks & Reno Nevada. As a young adult she moved to Oregon with her son Daniel where she added Jennifer and Andrew to her family. She married twice, first to Alan Wood and then to Danial...

James “Jimmy” Christner

James “Jimmy” Christner

Apr 2, 2025

James Donald Christner peacefully passed away at his home on April 2, 2025, at the age of 67.

Born on September 9, 1957, in Portland, Oregon, James was the son of Ruby and Donald Christner. He spent his formative years in Portland and Clackamas. After high school, he began his career as an Ironworker with Canron Western before transitioning to truck...

Pearl Violet Leetch

Pearl Violet Leetch

Mar 25, 2025

Pearl (Peggy) Leetch was born in Oregon City, Oregon on Oct. 17, 1941 to Mike and Lilly Struloeff. She was raised in a large, loving, hardworking family where she was the youngest child of a set of twins (Pete & Peggy). Her other siblings Bob, Rosemary, Bill, Dolly, and Skippy helped with the twins as they were all busy with...

Dennis O'Connor

Dennis O'Connor

Mar 9, 2025

Dennis Paul O’Connor Sr. (Butch), age 87, of Happy Valley (Portland), Oregon, passed away peacefully on March 9, 2025 from organ failure and complications from dementia. He was born on April 8, 1937 in Detroit, Michigan to the late Francis and Clara O’Connor. Dennis is survived by his beloved wife, Jann, of 43 years, whom he married on January 1,...

Michael Richard Holmes

Michael Richard Holmes

Mar 8, 2025

Michael Richard Holmes, age 56, passed on March 8, 2025. He was born on May 3, 1968, to Carol and Richard Holmes in Susanville, California. Michael spent his early years there before his family relocated to Colorado Springs, Colorado.

After completing high school, Michael honorably served in the U.S. Air Force in 1986-1990, demonstrating his commitment to his country. He then...

Marcus Roscoe Cook

Marcus Roscoe Cook

Feb 28, 2025

Marcus Roscoe Cook, affectionately known as Roscoe, passed away peacefully on February 28, 2025, at the age of 89, following a courageous battle with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). He resided in Beaver Creek, Oregon, and will be deeply missed by his beloved wife, Vila Rae Cook, with whom he shared a wonderful marriage since June 5, 1959, in Hermiston,...

Dan R. Larson

Dan R. Larson

Feb 27, 2025

Estacada resident, Dan Larson, died on Thursday, February 27, 2025. He was 64 years old.

A celebration of his life will be held at Pleasant Home Community Church (32120 SE Dodge Park Blvd, Gresham) on Saturday, March 22nd at 2pm.

Daniel Roy Larson was born September 10, 1960 in Gresham, Oregon to Edward and Norene (Gurley) Larson. He was raised in Estacada...

Randy Cornett

Randy Cornett

Feb 26, 2025

Randy Cornett, beloved husband, father, and friend, passed away on February 26, 2025, at his home, surrounded by the love of his family.

Born on April 11, 1957, in Middletown, Ohio, Randall Cornett was the son of Edward and Shelby Cornett. His family later moved to California and then to Oregon, where he graduated from Aloha High School. Randy's journey in...

Larry Clinton Bilyeu

Larry Clinton Bilyeu

Feb 22, 2025

Larry Bilyeu, aged 79, passed away suddenly at his home on February 22, 2025.

Born on December 22, 1945, in Portland, Oregon, Larry was the son of Clinton and Helen Bilyeu. He spent his formative years in Portland OR as a member of the Boy Scouts, who he always credited for building excellent character. Later he embarked on a career that...

Miriam Lois Wheat

Miriam Lois Wheat

Jan 31, 2025

Miriam Lois Wheat left this life with her firstborn at her side and met her personal Lord and Savior on January 31, 2025. She was reunited with her late husband Dewey (Ed) after waiting for almost 25 years. 



Miriam was born July 8, 1936, in Corning, California to Eldon and Bertha Cripe, née Boyd, joining 3 siblings who have all preceded...

Doris Faye Lee

Doris Faye Lee

Jan 29, 2025

Doris Faye Lee, a cherished daughter, mother, and friend, passed away on January 29, 2025, after a long and courageous fight with cancer. Born on May 13, 1953, in Dayton, Ohio, Doris lived a life filled with determination, strength, and a profound sense of duty that touched everyone she met.

Throughout her career, Doris worked as a construction flagger for many...

Janice Marie Slater

Janice Marie Slater

Jan 21, 2025

Janice Marie Slater, aged 74, of Estacada, passed away on January 21, 2025, at a local hospital.

Born on April 3, 1950, in Portland, Janice was the third child and second daughter of Helen and Darrell Slater. She was born with a full head of bright red hair perpetuating a family distinction dating back to her great grandmother, Linna Chamberlain. Being...

Joy Nicole Killian

Joy Nicole Killian

Jan 17, 2025

Joy Nicole Killian passed away at her home on January 17, 2025 at the age of 34.

Born in Eugene on September 30, 1990, Joy was later embraced by her loving adoptive parents, Barbara and Elery Killian. She spent her formative years in Milwaukie before moving to Salem in 2008, where she proudly graduated from McKay High School. For the past...

Pauline "Polly" Rosella Nelson

Pauline "Polly" Rosella Nelson

Jan 14, 2025

Pauline (Polly) Rosella (Steenson/Melton) Nelson passed away on January 14, 2025. Born in 1922 (along with her twin sister) in Barnes, Kansas, Polly lived a long and productive life. In 1940, Pauline married Clarence Melton and they had 3 boys, Don, Jim, and Larry. Pauline married Virgil Nelson in 1971 and they farmed berries in Eagle Creek, OR until their...