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04/30/2026

Linda GrosJaques, age 72, passed away on April 27th, 2026.

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04/30/2026

Lynette Elaine (Gange) Redshaw, 83, of Corvallis, passed away peacefully, Sunday, April 26th, at her home in Regency Park Place.

Lynette was the loving wife of the late Wesley L. Redshaw. Born on November 28th, 1942 in Waterloo, Iowa. She was the daughter of the late Robert J. Gange and Malinda (Schweer) Gange. Lynette was a loving mother, wife, and devoted friend.

Lynette was a long time member of Zion Lutheran Church in Corvallis where she belonged to Sarah Circle, Zion Quilters, attended Bible studies and wrote greeting cards for all occasions. Lynette was a woman of God and her church family meant the world to her. She was an avid reader of Devotions and Portals of Prayer. Rides to the Oregon Coast brought her much joy.

Lynette is survived by her beloved children Linda J. (Dennis) DellaRovere of Mendon, Massachusetts, Yolanda M. (Mark) Lariviere of North Port, Florida, Mark C. (Kerstin) Doyon of Vero Beach, Florida, several step-sisters and step-brothers, her cousin Nancy Miller of Waterloo, Iowa, and her devoted friend and caretaker Donna Durbin.

Her funeral will be held on Friday, May 1st, 2026 at 11:00 am at Zion Lutheran Church, 2745 NW Harrison Blvd. Corvallis, Oregon, 97330.

Lynette will be missed by all who loved her.

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04/30/2026

In Loving Memory of Phyllis Ann Hoffman
(June 26, 1932 – April 24, 2026)

Phyllis Ann Hoffman, beloved mother, grandmother and great grandmother, sister, cherished family matriarch and friend to many, passed away peacefully on April 24, 2026 at the age of 93 while in hospice care at Stoneybrook Assisted Living in Corvallis, Oregon. She was born on June 26, 1932, in Banks, Oregon, to Joe and Marie Gamroth, the first of five children in a hardworking, close-knit family shaped by the challenges of the Great Depression.

Phyllis spent her early childhood in the rural communities northwestern Oregon, where her parents built a new life through perseverance, ingenuity, and love. Her upbringing in small-town Oregon, from Banks to Salem and eventually Woodburn, formed the heart of whom she became - resilient, compassionate, curious, and deeply devoted to her family.

A gifted student with a keen love of science, Phyllis graduated from Mt. Angel Academy in 1950 and earned her Bachelor of Science degree at Marylhurst College, completing one of the school’s most demanding scientific programs. She went on to earn her certification through the College of American Pathologists and began a long and meaningful career as a medical technologist, later becoming supervisor of microbiology at Eugene Hospital and Clinic.

In 1957, Phyllis married Henry Leroy (“Roy”) Hoffman, and together they raised four children—Dave, Trisha, Mary, and Drew—through a full and often challenging life that took their family across Oregon. Phyllis approached motherhood with the confidence of someone who had already nurtured younger siblings; she was resourceful, steady, and endlessly proud of her children as they grew into adulthood.

After her children were grown and her first career chapter came to a close, Phyllis embarked on an extraordinary new journey. In 1985 she accepted a position in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia at the King Khalid Eye Specialist Hospital, intending to stay for a year—yet she remained for nearly 15, embracing life abroad with courage, joy, and her trademark sense of adventure. From desert outings to friendships with colleagues from around the world, Phyllis became a global citizen whose stories could fill volumes—indeed, she filled one herself.

Her years working overseas opened the door to world travel, and Phyllis seized every opportunity. She cruised the Nile, explored the Serengeti, kissed the edge of the world fulfilling a life dream of riding the Concorde at Mach 2, traversed Europe with her family, and made lifelong friendships along the way. She cherished every place, every culture, every new face - collecting memories the way others collect postcards.

Upon returning to Oregon, Phyllis continued living and working in the Woodburn area, a community she loved, including many joyful years at her local bookstore—surrounded by her favorite companions: books, stories, and people eager to hear her recommendations. She also devoted herself to helping her own mother, Marie, in her later years, a gift returned with deep affection.

Above all, Phyllis devoted her life to her family. She was the beloved older sister to Patrick, Lucia, Margi, and Mike, and proud mother of four, with seven grandchildren and nine great grandchildren.

Phyllis was predeceased by her parents, Joseph and Marie Gamroth, two brothers, Pat and Mike, and nephew, Brian. She is survived by her two sisters, Lucia and Margi (Dale), and four children, Dave (Suzy), Trish (Joe), Mary (Joe), and Drew (Sarah), seven grandchildren, Megan (Jon), Tony (Porsche), Jordane (Brad), Cody, Timmy (Mackenzie), Lu, and Anna, and nine great grandchildren, Kam, Madelin, Easton, Owen, Callahan, Graham, Henry, Parker, and Luca.

Phyllis will be remembered for her independence, her strength, her humor, her honesty, and her unwavering love. She leaves behind a legacy of resilience, curiosity, and generosity that lives on in her entire family, who remain forever grateful for the example she set.

Service announcement will be made at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, please send donations in memory of Phyllis Ann Hoffman to Samaritan Evergreen Hospice in Albany, Oregon.(https://samhealth.org/giving/)

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04/29/2026

04/28/2026

Daniel Byron Reaves, age 60, of Corvallis, died Friday, April 24, 2026 at the Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center.

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04/28/2026

Elizabeth Willene “Wimpy” Hultberg, 95

Elizabeth Willene “Wimpy” Hultberg, age 95, of Corvallis, Oregon, passed away peacefully on April 23, 2026, at her son’s home. She was born January 28, 1931, in Oneida, Tennessee. She was a longtime resident of Corvallis, where she made her home for over 70 years and built a life centered around family, community, and caring for others.

Willene was preceded in death by her infant son, Roger; her beloved husband, Rueben Hultberg; and her brothers, Ed Delk, Don Ellis, Jim Ellis, and Ron Ellis. Together, she and Rueben shared a love of the outdoors and created many cherished memories hunting, snowmobiling, and spending time with family.

She is survived by her sister, Jeani Needham of Pleasant Hill; her children, Linda Sewell of Corvallis and Russell Hultberg of Albany; her grandchildren, Shane Sewell, Heath Sewell, Erica Thomsen, and Jessica Axelrod; and 15 great-grandchildren who brought her immense pride and joy.

Willene had a special gift for nurturing others. Over the years, she babysat many children in the community, and many came to lovingly call her “Grandma.” Her kindness and warmth left a lasting impression on generations of families.

She also took great pride in her home and yard, tending to it with care and dedication well into her late 80s. Her love of family, strong work ethic, and generous spirit will be remembered by all who knew her.

She will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered.

There will be a service for family only at the gravesite.

A celebration of life will take place 1:00, Thursday April 30th at Russ and Cheryl’s home 38499 Scravel Hill Road, Albany. All who knew her and would like to attend are welcome.

In lieu of flowers please make a donation to Evergreen Hospice.

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04/28/2026

Kermit Cromack, Jr.

August 16, 1940 -- April 21, 2026
(85 Years old)

Faithful Husband, Father, Educator and Catholic

Born August 16, 1940 in Brownsville, Texas on the border with Mexico

Kermit loved his parents Kermit Sr and Bea Cromack and his brothers Kim and Kevin and his sisters Ellen, Karen and Kathy. Young Kermit loved his grandfather Bert and would follow him to help in their citrus orchard to be with nature and trees.

He loved nature and would spend his free time hiking, climbing trees and playing in the lakes and fields nearby.

In his senior year year in high school he won a 4-month trip on a merchant ship around the world for his essay on the United States Merchant Marine. He visited Spain, Egypt, Sudan, Suez canal, India and Hawaii. Amazing trip for a young man!

Kermit earned a PhD in forestry science and moved to Corvallis Oregon to become a professor of forestry at OSU for 35 years. He taughr future forestry teachers from all over the world.

He married Angie Silva in February 1965. She was the love of his life. They had two fine sons: Kevin Teo (1967) and Matthew Edward (1976-1996).

They were a close knit and faithful Catholic family practicing their faith for over 60 years. Angie preceded Kermit in death in November 2023. Kermit's legacy lives on through his family, friends, students faith and love of God.

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04/23/2026

Jim D. McDonald
September 7, 1933 – March 8, 2026

Jim D. McDonald passed away peacefully on March 8, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family and friends. He was 92 years old.

Jim was born in Wichita, Kansas to Marie and Roy McDonald. In 1935, during the Dust Bowl, the family moved west to Oregon, eventually settling in Corvallis in 1937—the community that would remain Jim’s home for the rest of his life. He graduated from Corvallis High School in 1951 and cherished the lifelong friendships he formed there.

After high school, Jim married Doryce Dufur, and together they raised their three children: Karin, Jim, and Nancy. He spent 35 years working for Pioneer Telephone Company, building a career defined by dedication, reliability, and a strong work ethic.
A lifelong sports and outdoors enthusiast, Jim was an active high school football player. He was invited to represent his school at a statewide football game sponsored by the Shriners and was recruited to play college football. Throughout his life, he enjoyed fishing and hunting, and in retirement he embraced biking, skiing, and genealogy with equal enthusiasm. Jim skied in seven different states and traveled extensively to research family history—work that culminated in three books documenting different branches of his family’s genealogy.

Even into his 90s, Jim remained independent, curious, and eager to explore. He loved traveling around Oregon with friends, taking in the sights, sharing stories, and enjoying good company.

Jim is survived by his three children—Karin, Jim, and Nancy—along with five grandsons and two great-granddaughters, all of whom carry forward his legacy of resilience, humor, and deep appreciation for family.

Arrangements are being made through McHenry Funeral Home in Corvallis. Jim will be interred at Crystal Lake Cemetery alongside his wife of 72 years, Doryce. A memorial service will be announced at a later date.

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04/23/2026

J Richard (JR) Bell passed away on Saturday, April 18, 2026, at Samaritan Evergreen Hospice House in Albany, OR, he was 96 years old. He passed peacefully in his sleep with family at his bedside. He will be greatly missed. He was a shining light to our family, deeply loved, and remembered for his stories and unique sense of humor.

Born at home in Spring Ranch, Nebraska—not far from where a marker for the Oregon
Trail is now located—to Forrest Bell, who ran a grocery store, and Sara (Hopfer) Bell, who managed the house and later became a dental technician and avid oil painter. Due to the Great Depression and the relocation of a railroad, Spring Ranch declined into a ghost town, resulting in the family moving to Hastings, Nebraska, where he graduated from high school and attended Hastings College briefly. Having heard the engineering department at Purdue University spoken of highly, he decided to transfer to Purdue, where he obtained a B. S. degree in Civil Engineering.

While attending Purdue University, he became involved with the Purdue Playshop, where he met his future wife, Sally Papenguth, with whom he would raise a family and spend 68 years of his life. Their mutual love of the theater led to many trips, over the years, to the Oregon Shakespeare Festival in Ashland. They were married after graduation and found themselves moving to New Jersey because JR had been drafted for the Korean War. He was nearly on the ship to Korea when the cease-fire was announced. He finished his military service teaching radar mechanics at Fort Lewis, his first experience of the Pacific Northwest. It was during this time that he developed his love for teaching.

JR and Sally returned to Purdue to obtain his M. S. in Civil Engineering, specializing in Highway Engineering, and a Ph. D., specializing in Soil Mechanics. Upon receiving his PhD in 1962 he moved his family, which now included two daughters, across the country, one last time, to Corvallis, Oregon, where he joined the civil engineering faculty of Oregon State University. Throughout his tenure at OSU he was a dedicated teacher, regularly conducted research, and was very active in professional societies, including serving on committees for ASCE, IGC, TRB, and ASTM, he also served as Chairman for ASCE in the mid-80’s. In 1973 he received a commendation for Meritorious Service to the Naval Civil Engineering Laboratory for “significant and vital contribution to facilities engineering, ocean engineering and environmental protection research.” He is internationally recognized as a pioneer and expert of geosynthetics and has a noteworthy record of publications on geotextiles. In 1993 the North American Geosynthetics Society presented him with the Award of Merit for Outstanding Achievement in his pioneering efforts in geosynthetics, development of new applications, geosynthetics education, and leadership in the advancement of the geosynthetics industry.

Upon retiring after 30 years at OSU in 1993, he commenced traveling extensively with his wife, visiting 47 of 50 states and multiple countries, reaching destinations on 5 continents, including China, Kenya, Australia, New Zealand, and Costa Rica. During his travels, and between trips, he continued his avid interest in bird watching, camping, hunting and fishing. He lived a rich and fulfilling life. He was preceded in death by his wife, Sally and eldest daughter, Leslie Bell. He is survived by Leslie’s husband, John Yochem; his youngest daughter, Cecily Brown; two grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.

A memorial gathering will be planned for early summer; the date is still to be determined.

In lieu of flowers, those wishing to honor J Richard Bell’s memory may donate to the J R Bell & W L Schroeder Fellowship Endowment Fund, which supports ‘support fellowships’ for graduate students in the OSU College of Engineering’s School of Civil and Construction Engineering. Contributions to this fund can be made at give.fororegonstate.org

Info on other ways to give to the fund can be found here: https://www.fororegonstate.org/giving/ways-to-make-your-gift

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04/22/2026

To celebrate Earth Day we want to share some information about Natural Burial.

Natural Burial has gained popularity in recent years as a more eco-conscious method of disposition, but it is not a new idea, for much of human history it was one of the main ways in which bodies were laid to rest.

Natural Burial, or "Green Burial" is the practice of placing an unembalmed body into the earth, using only natural, biodegradable materials for the shroud or casket, allowing the body to naturally break down over time and become part of the soil.

There are a few locations in Oregon and Washington which specialize in natural burial, including The Forest Conservation Burial Ground in Southern Oregon, Great River Natural Burial in the Columbia River Gorge, and White Eagle Memorial Preserve in Southern Washington.

To learn more visit, https://www.greenburialcouncil.org/

04/21/2026

Rosalie Eileen Cole, age 95, of Corvallis, died Monday, April 20, 2026.

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