All Obituaries

Dennis Hanson was born on March 3, 1945 in Santa Paula, California to Norman and Myrtle. After high school, he served in the armed forces. For his career, Dennis became a logger in the timber industry. Dennis was married to Carmencita and together they lived in Toledo, Oregon. On November 9, 2021 Dennis passed away at 76 years old. 

Frances Evans went home to be with the Lord on November 4th, 2021. She was preceded in death by her parents Ivy and Muriel Miller of Toledo. She is survived by her husband, Merritt Evans, daughter Debbie Howard, sons Ronnie and Dennis Simmons, sister, Kris Martin and Aunt, Audrey McFelea. A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, November 13th at 10:30 AM at Trinity Baptist Church at 31 SW High St., Newport, OR.

Kelly Cleland was born in Las Vegas, Nevada to John and Cheri on November 12, 1966. After school, Kelly became a fisherman, where he made his career until Kelly retired due to disability. During his life, Kelly moved to Oregon, where he spent the rest of his life. On October 30, 2021, Kelly passed away at 54 years old. He is survived by Daughter - Amanda Cleland of Las Vegas, NV; son-in-law Jimmy Short of Toledo, OR; and grandchildren Marianna, Kendall, Memphis, and Maverick of Newport, OR;...

Betty Jane Simmons March 14, 1928 – October 26, 2021 Betty was born in Toledo, OR to Jim and Gladys Hunstsucker. She passed away in Newport, OR at the age of 93.She married Gene Jordan in Coos Bay. Together they had three children who remained residents of Lincoln County - Barbara, Ron, and Terri. Gene passed away in 1970. She then married Calvin Simmons of Siletz, OR who died in 1986. Betty worked at the old Toledo Hospital for many years and later worked as a cook for Newport Middle...

Alec Dean Morris  February 13, 1963- October 23, 2021 Alec Dean Morris, 58, of Toledo, Oregon passed away peacefully at home with family from complications from COPD on October 23, 2021. Alec was born in Pendleton, Oregon to Alex and Shirley Morris. He grew up in Newport, Oregon. He loved B&W movies, 60 music and electronics most of all. He loved his little Yorkie fur babies "Nike & MUFFIN". He is preceded in death by his father Alex Morris (Toledo, OR).  He...

Terry Jay Johnson May 3, 1953 - October 23, 2021 Terry Jay Johnson, born May 3, 1953, passed peacefully at his home surrounded by his loved ones on October 23, 2021. A longtime resident of Siletz, OR, Terry retired from Georgia Pacific and spent the last few years employed as a security officer for the N.O.A.A. Ships. He never missed an opportunity to explain the details of each ship and took much pride in his job. Terry enjoyed building model classic cars, collecting NASCAR, tinkering with...

Photographer, John Richard LaFond, 83, of Seal Rock, OR, stepped over to “the other side” on Monday, October 18th. He transitioned peacefully at home with his wife Alice by his side. Also present was his good friend, Cathy Webb, also his caregiver for 4 years. Richard was regarded by everyone he met as being a kind, reliable friend… as well as a bonafide gentleman. Richard was born on May 16th, 1938 in Detroit, Michigan. He was preceded in death by his father, Jack LaFond...

Jean Daue was born in Huron, South Dakota to Harold and Mona on November 5, 1949. After high school, Jean became an office manager for frozen food. Jean was married to Michael, who passed on before her. During her life, Jean moved to live in Newport, Oregon. On October 17, 2021 Jean passed away at 71 years old. 

Leone Dahl was born in Amity, Oregon on March 18, 1931 to Ernie and Artie. Leone graduated from Forest Grove High School in 1948. She worked at Waldport Elementary School as a school secretary for 27 years. Leone was married on September 3, 1949 in Forest Grove to William R Dahl. Leone organized and led a low impact aerobic class for senior citizens. She was apart of Waldport High School Boosters and volunteered for Waldport Food Share. Leone loved spending time with her 4 grandchildren and...

A Jewish memorial ceremony for Stephanie will be held on Agate Beach in Newport, Oregon on Wednesday, October 20th at 10:30am. We are asking everyone in attendance to please wear a bright color of the rainbow to honor Stephanie, as they were her favorite. Wake reception to immediately follow at Alsi Resort, 902 NW Bayshore Dr. Waldport, Oregon.