All Obituaries

Ben was married to Audrey Ann Hornick, and they had two children, Cathy and Tom. He spent his younger life in Minnesota. Continual learning was a hallmark of Ben. Even as a young man, he wanted to learn how the world worked. He would read all books (especially Sherlock Holmes.) He collected stamps, and found an interest in science, astronomy, golf, ceramics, and travel. As a kid in Boy Scouts, Ben achieved the rank of Eagle Scout, the highest ranking given in scouts. As a parent, he was...

Pat Harrington was a powerful force for good in our world. Guided by his cherished principles of faith, family, and friends, he modeled a life of love and service that few can emulate. Quietly, often with humor, and always with unfailing grace and integrity, he was a leader who inspired others in innumerable ways. He had a gift for envisioning the possible, matched only by his discipline and determination to make a difference.  Born in Portland, Oregon to Madeline Ariadne Villeneuve...

Maryetta Foley died peacefully April 30, 2023, at the age of 102 at L&C Adult Care Home in Milwaukie, Ore. We are very grateful to Leea, Lidia, and Tenderly Hospice for the professional and loving care they gave to Maryetta. She was born and raised in La Grande, Ore., and moved with her family to Portland in 1940. She was employed in various Federal Government agencies for 33 years including the Department of the Interior as it established several of the Columbia River dams. She retired...

Philip John Morford February 20, 1955 - April 25, 2023   It is with heavy hearts that we announce the death of Phil Morford. Those who knew Phil will remember him for his generosity, creativity, charm, humor and compassion.   Born and raised in the Pacific Northwest, Phil attended Tigard High School and then Oregon State University. He became a visionary real estate developer in the city of Portland and was an avid outdoor enthusiast. Most of all, Phil was a beloved father,...

Beverly Jean Davis May 7, 1928   ~  April 24, 2023 Beverly Jean Davis was Born on May 7, 1928 in Kerry, Oregon near Clatskanie; the daughter of Cecil and Maude (Eldred) Armitage.  As a young child she was raised near Clatskanie, Gaston, Forest Grove and Midway, Oregon and graduated from Hillsboro High School in 1945.  She passed away on April 24, 2023 at the age of 94.     Beverly married Jack A. Davis of Portland, Oregon in 1948 and they resided in...

Former Gresham resident, Lucille Marjorie Van Beek, 103, died in Portland on April 14, 2023. She was born and raised in Portland, the daughter of Joseph and Clara Black, and was graduated from Jefferson High School.  In 1941, she married Donald Van Beek and worked as a bookkeeper in a paper company.  She left that job to marry and later to raise five energetic children. In 1953, the Van Beeks relocated to the historic Wittier house on S.E. Roberts where they resided until 1967...

Mildred J Beach peacefully and gracefully passed away April 11, 2023 in Portland, Oregon. Millie was born and lived most of her life in the Portland area. She grew up with her parents, Walter and Catherine Goetz, and her younger sister, Jeanine. During her energetic years at Girls Polytechnic High School she majored in Clothing, won awards for her projects, and was on Lipman’s Fashion Board. She was Junior class president and Student Body President for the Fall of her Senior year. She...

We are heartbroken to announce the untimely passing of Charles Robert Astorino Bennett, on march 28th 2023, following a "hopeful recovery"post surgery.. The loss of this wonderful person has  affected family and friends who loved him immensely. Charles (Charlie) was born in Passaic NJ on October 19th 1961 to Ruth Bennett and Charles Astorino, their third child together. He joined the US Air Force at 18. He continued working in the banking and computer business throughout...

Robert Steven Campbell, 62, passed away on March 17th, 2023, in Cupertino, California.  Steve was born and raised in northern Virginia outside of Washington D.C. Served as a Sergeant in the United States Army for 6 years. First stationed in Germany as an armored vehicle mechanic and then in the United States as a cryptographic equipment instructor. Steve applied his technical training to work as an engineer for Ford Aerospace and Apple. Steve had a passion for health and sports. He...

Beth Skillern died peacefully on March 15, 2023, after a courageous battle with cancer.  Her daughters, Sarah and Molly, were at her side. Born in August 1944 in Pasadena, California, Beth was the eldest child of Stanley and Adeline Roberts. She spent most of her childhood in Eugene, Oregon and graduated from Southern Oregon University in 1966.  She taught school in Grants Pass, Oregon and Metairie, Louisiana, before settling in NE Portland where she lived for over 50...