Local Obituaries for Milwaukie, Clackamas County in Oregon and Surrounding Areas.
Thelma C. Eberwein
Jul 12, 2026
Thelma "Tommy" Eberwein spent 104 years turning strangers into friends and making every place she lived feel like home. It was advice she later passed on to her family: "Don't think home is the place you’re from; make home where you go."
From a humble farm in rural Florida to a bustling household in Baltimore and, finally, to Portland's Willamette View...
Florence Kay Patrick
Jul 14, 2026
Florence Kay Patrick, known to everyone simply as Kay, passed away on July 14, 2026, at the age of 77, surrounded by her children. Kay was born on August 3, 1948, in Medford, Oregon, to Alfonse and Mabel Pawlowski. She grew up in Medford and, after starting her family, made her home in the Milwaukie area for the rest of...
Wilfredo "Willie" Garcia Santos
Jul 14, 2026
Wilfredo “Willie” Garcia Santos, 74, Portland, Oregon passed away on July 14, 2026.
Willie was born in Manila on July 8, 1952 to Celso and Natividad Santos. Growing up in the Philippines, Willie had an entrepreneurial spirit and a love for food, which he learned through his grandmother, “Big Lola,” who taught him about the restaurant and casino business. He attended...
Daniel Edsel Thompson
Jun 20, 2026
Daniel Edsel Thompson, 37, of Milwaukie, Oregon, passed away on Saturday, June 20, 2026.
Daniel was born on January 16, 1989, in Trinidad, Colorado. He later moved to Oregon and graduated from Hillsboro High School in 2007.
Daniel had a deep love for the outdoors, which he fulfilled by tending his garden, watching birds, casting a line, and exploring new places through...
Lynn Joy Miller
Jun 17, 2026
Lynn Miller moved from here to there on June 17, 2026, in Portland, Oregon. She was 81.
She was preceded in death by her parents; sister; and two brothers. She leaves behind friends who became family. She also leaves behind a legacy of quiet strength, grace, humility, compassion, integrity, and a love that many of us have come to lean on.
She...
Dorothy Agnes Street
Jun 15, 2026
Dorothy “Dot” Street
Born in the midst of the Great Depression in Perkasie, Pennsylvania, Dot Bryan Street had a challenging childhood. A neighbor gave her a dress so she would have a new one to wear her first day of school. Her father, a victim of an industrial accident, struggled to provide for the family.
Dot worked as a ticket taker at...
B. Joan (Joanne) Weaver
Jun 14, 2026
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of B. Joan (Joanne) Weaver on June 14, 2026, a devoted nurse, community volunteer, wife, mother, grandmother, aunt, mentor and friend.
Born in Waterloo, Iowa, in 1934, Joanne grew up with a strong sense of purpose and compassion that would guide her throughout her life. She graduated from the University of...
Richard Michael Hodge
Jun 13, 2026
Richard Michael Hodge passed away peacefully on June 13, 2026, in Portland, Oregon. He was born on October 31, 1949, to Bernice and Wayne Hodge.
Richard grew up in Milwaukie, Oregon, and attended Milwaukie High School. After graduation, he attended barber college and worked in his Uncle Harlow Ludviksen’s barber shop, Swedes, in Raleigh Hills. In 1970, Richard was drafted into...
James "Jim" Louis Lotz
Jun 8, 2026
James "Jim" Lotz passed away on June 8, 2026, in the United States. Born on December 4, 1933, in Cincinnati, Ohio, Jim graduated from Sycamore High School in 1951. He attended the University of Cincinnati and served as a Private First Class in the U.S. Army.
In 1958, Jim married Catherine Buck, and they shared 47 years of marriage. In 1960,...
Sharon Lee Akers
May 16, 2026
Sharon Lee Akers (Gray, Griffin) born June 9, 1939, and passed away in her home May16, 2026, from cancer. She was 86 years old.
Sharon was born in Eugene, Oregon to Leonard and Iris Gray. She grew up in Portland, Oregon, graduating from Franklin High School in 1957; where she participated in many clubs, sports and activities. Sharon began her career...
Lewis Mike "Mick" Miller
May 13, 2026
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our father, Lewis Mike Miller on May 13, 2026. Born November 8, 1939, in Toledo, Oregon, he was the first child of Mike Miller and Leona Nickelson Miller. Although given the name Lewis, he was often referred to as “Little Mike” in his younger years. His Mom didn't care...
Ronald Lawrence Justice
May 13, 2026
It is with sadness that we announce the passing of Ronald L. Justice, who passed away on May 13, 2026 at the age of 88.
Born in Portland, he spent most of his life in Milwaukie. Throughout his life, he worked as a police officer, realtor, and entrepreneur. He was known for his social nature and enjoyed connecting with people wherever...
Elaine Louise Brauckmiller
May 9, 2026
Elaine L. Brauckmiller, beloved by her family and friends, passed away on May 9th, 2026, at age 85, in Portland, Oregon after complications from a fall at home. Elaine was preceded in death by her parents, Claire and Ruth Palmer; brother, Charles; sister, Barbara Forrey; and son, Mark.
Elaine was born November 19, 1940, in Boise, Idaho, and moved to Portland...
Franklin "Scott" Barber
May 9, 2026
Franklin “Scott” Barber, 82, of Gladstone, Oregon passed away peacefully on May 9, 2026, surrounded by his family.
Born on August, 22 1943, Scott lived a life defined by kindness, curiosity, and unwavering devotion to the people he loved. Scott was the third generation to graduate from Oregon State University in 1971 obtaining a master’s degree in counseling, serving as a...
Dorothy Ann Sorenson
Apr 18, 2026
Dorothy was born on January 27, 1930 in Walnut, Kansas. She was the 7th child of Clarence Moses Stanley and Edith Myers. Three additional siblings were born after Dorothy. All ten children were born on their family farm. During the summer of 1937 the family migrated to Oregon because of the great dust bowl. They purchased a home on 5...
Joanne LaVonne Holman
Apr 12, 2026
In Loving Memory of Joanne LaVonne Holman
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Joanne LaVonne Holman, known to many simply as Jo. Joanne was born on December 18, 1931, and passed away peacefully on April 12, 2026, in Portland, Oregon, at the age of 94. She leaves behind a void that can never truly be filled.
Joanne...
John Stuart McKillop
Apr 11, 2026
John Stuart McKillop, a devoted husband, loving father, humorous grandfather, proud Korean War veteran, and beloved educator, passed away on April 11, 2026, at the age of 92. Born on May 3, 1933, John spent his life fostering a love for learning in others and a love for hands-on projects in his backyard. Everyone enjoyed John's stories of youthful work...
Marvin Adam Dewald
Apr 10, 2026
The family of Marvin Adam Dewald is deeply saddened to share that he passed away on April 10, 2026. Marvin was born on January 19, 1936, in Logan County, North Dakota, to Theodore and Rosella Dewald, and he went on to live a long, full, and joyful life.
Marvin eventually made his way to Oregon, where he married the love of...
Cody Dale Smith
Apr 6, 2026
Cody Dale Smith, 55, of Sandy, Oregon, passed away on April 6, 2026.
Born on August 25, 1970, he was the son of Richard and Linda Smith.
Cody attended West Linn High School before proudly serving in the United States Army during the Gulf War.
He loved his two grandsons with all his heart and will be remembered for his ability to lift...
