Local Obituaries for Milwaukie, Clackamas County in Oregon and Surrounding Areas.
Roger Charles Holterman
Jun 9, 2025
Roger Charles Holterman, 86, died peacefully on June 9, 2025 in Portland, Oregon.
Chuck was born in Spencer, Wisconsin on August 3, 1938 to Minerva Scherer. He graduated from Spencer High School in 1957, where he was captain of the Basketball team his senior year. After graduating high school Chuck joined the United States Navy, where he served as an electrician...
James "Jim" Herbert Bennett
May 9, 2025
Jim Bennett passed away in Portland, Oregon on May 9th of heart failure. He was 87 years old.
Jim was born on March 15, 1938, in North Bend, Oregon to Charles and Viola Krick (McCue), the youngest of 13 children. He was then adopted by John and Laura Bennett. Jim spent most of his childhood in North Bend, Yachats, and Florence,...
Judy Marie Hall
May 2, 2025
In Loving Memory of Judy Marie Hall
June 6, 1950 ~ May 2, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Judy Marie Hall, a truly wonderful woman whose warmth, dedication, and love touched the lives of everyone she met. A devoted homemaker, she built a nurturing and welcoming home where love and laughter flourished. She raised two sons with unwavering...
Janet Maureen Cranor
Apr 26, 2025
A funeral was held at Willamette National Cemetery on Monday, May 5, 2025 in Portland for Janet (Jan) Cranor, who died on April 26 at the age of 85.
Janet was born January 21, 1940 in Sedro Woolley, Washington. She was the 3rd child of Sebern and Mildred Mehl.
Her family moved to Tacoma and then to a farm in Blaine. At...
Robert James Penberthy Sr.
Apr 24, 2025
We celebrate the wonderful life of Robert James Penberthy Sr., of Gladstone, Oregon, who passed away peacefully in his home on Thursday, April 24, 2025, at the remarkable age of 93.
Born on June 26, 1931, in Houghton, Michigan, Robert was a graduate of Michigan Technological University, where he earned degrees in Mechanical Engineering, Business, and Forestry, demonstrating his diverse intellect...
Mark Robert Brauckmiller
Apr 22, 2025
Mark Robert Brauckmiller, 65, of Milwaukie Oregon, passed away on Tuesday, April 22, 2025.
Born June 18, 1959 in Portland, Oregon, Mark was a dedicated son, loving husband of 46 years, father and grandfather. He is survived by his parents, Robert and Elaine Brauckmiller; wife, Sheri Brauckmiller; children, Jennifer Mace and Michael Brauckmiller; and siblings, Tami Stenberg, Marci Brauckmiller, and Todd...
Dorothy Irene Armstrong
Mar 26, 2025
Dorothy Irene Armstrong was born on March 23, 1932, in Drain, Oregon. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, whose kindness touched everyone around her.
On August 19, 1961, she married Robert Milton Armstrong, and they built a life together until his passing in May 2001.
She is survived by her daughter, Lori; sons, Ron and David; five grandchildren; and...
Yvonne Marie Naef
Mar 21, 2025
Yvonne Marie Tabrum was born in Portland, Oregon on June 22nd, 1929, to Helen and Ernest Tabrum. She passed away peacefully at home on March 21st, 2025, at the age of 95, with her family by her side.
She attended Tigard High School and remained in the Portland area, eventually settling in Milwaukie. She met Robert Naef and was married, July...
Helen Marie Harris
Mar 20, 2025
Helen Marie Harris, 84, passed away March 20th, 2025, in Portland, Oregon. She was born to Alois and Natalie Neumayer November 12th, 1940, in Bonners Ferry, Idaho.
Her brothers Art, John, Gene, Jim and sisters Dorothy (Chick), Alice and Joanne preceded her in death.
Helen is survived by her sister Polly, her four children Steve, Matt, Ben and Natalie along with her...
Ret. SSG John Franklin Allshouse
Mar 19, 2025
John Franklin Allshouse was born on September 22, 1952, in Stuart, Nebraska to parents, Lillie Mae Allshouse and Harvey Edward Allshouse. He passed away at Legacy Emanuel hospital on March 19, 2025, at the age of 72.
He married Deborah Alice Lufkin on September 28, 1974. He served in the US Army for 20 years. He has traveled to many states...
Otis Crawford Quattlebaum
Mar 19, 2025
Otis Crawford Quattlebaum was born April 27, 1945, in Bauxite, AR and died March 19, 2025, in Portland, OR. He leaves behind his wife of 57 years, Shirley Barber Quattlebaum of Milwaukie, OR; sons, Jason R. Quattlebaum of Columbia, TN and Brian J. Quattlebaum of Milwaukie, OR; and grandsons, Cedar K. Quattlebaum and Riley J. Quattlebaum both of Milwaukie, OR.
He...
Jeffrey Joseph Matter
Mar 18, 2025
Jeffrey Joseph Matter passed away on March 18, 2025, in Clackamas, Oregon. He was 41 years old.
Born in Portland, Oregon, on July 2, 1983, Jeff was the second son of Allen and Barbara Matter. He spent most of his childhood in Milwaukie, Oregon, and graduated from Milwaukie High School in 2002. During high school, Jeff was active in sports—he played...
Robert Edward Crader
Mar 9, 2025
Bob Crader was born January 29, 1950, during Portland’s record-breaking snowstorm where 41.4 inches of snow accumulated in a single month. His mother Alice Crader (nee Wheeler) and father Duward “Duke” Crader took him home to join older sister Nancy. Their grandparents had a dairy farm on the current site of Clackamas Community College and Bob grew up riding his...
Joe O'Neill
Mar 9, 2025
Joe was born in Portland, OR to Annell and Don O'Neill. He grew up in Milwaukie, participating in any activity involving a ball. This continued through high school, until graduating from Rex Putnam High School. While attending community college, 9-11 happened, which prompted Joe to enlist in the Army.
Upon entering the service, Joe became a medic with the intention of...
Virginia Sanderson
Mar 6, 2025
Virginia Sanderson, born Michalski on July 24, 1932, in Chicago, Illinois, passed away on March 6, 2025, in Clackamas, Oregon. She was the beloved daughter of Polish and Lithuanian immigrants, Robert and Nellie Michalski. Virginia's legacy is enriched by the love she shared with her family, her community, and her dedication to service.
In February of 1954, Virginia wed Donald A....
Patrick Virgil Hughes
Mar 2, 2025
Patrick Virgil Hughes was born in Coos Bay, Oregon, on February 16, 1959, to William Hughes and Sandra Short (Adams).
He married the girl next door, the love of his life, and they had a blessed life together for 43 years with many adventures and oh, so much laughter.
Patrick spent the majority of his adult life traveling the world with Pan...
Joan Brelje Pierce
Feb 26, 2025
Joan Lotys Margaret Clouse was born on June 6, 1936, in Portland, Oregon to Henry Clouse and Lotys (Horne Casey) Clouse. She received a BS in Special Education from Lewis and Clark College in 1960 and a Masters in Education from University of Portland in 1966. She was a teacher at the Washington State School for the deaf and a...
Gregory Paul Ames
Feb 25, 2025
Gregory Paul Ames, lovingly known as Greg, was born on December 24, 1949, in Mitchell, South Dakota, and passed away on February 25, 2025, in Milwaukie, Oregon. His life was a testament to his faith, kindness, and unwavering dedication to serving others.
From a young age, the church held a special place in Greg's heart. His family was deeply engaged with...
Herman DeVan Oelschlager
Feb 25, 2025
Our Friend, Herman DeVan Oelschlager, passed peacefully on February 25, 2025, in Milwaukie, OR in his home where he and his beloved wife, Bonnie, have lived for 40 years. Born January 1, 1942, in Palmyra, NE. Herman, 83 years old, had been battling cancer for the last year and a half which culminated in a brief period of hospice.
Herman was...
Joe Charles Roberts
Feb 17, 2025
Joseph Charles Roberts, known as Joe, passed away peacefully on February 17, 2025, in Milwaukie, Oregon, at the age of 60. Born on February 26, 1964, in Oregon City, Joe lived a life filled with adventure, family, community, and an unwavering dedication to his Faith.
Joe was always known for his big smile—a trait that remained throughout his life. From childhood,...
