William Arthur Scheidemantel, lovingly known as “Bill,” passed away January 16, 2026, at the age of 70. He was born in Coos Bay, Oregon, to Erwin and Rita Scheidemantel and later made his home in North Bend.

Bill worked in construction for many years and took pride in his work. One of his favorite chapters of life was helping at Papa Dogg’s alongside his good friend Larry, a place that brought him a lot of enjoyment.

Bill enjoyed visiting with friends, collecting, and especially family photographs. He liked looking through old pictures and remembering the good times.

Bill was preceded in death by his wife, Winona Scheidemantel.

He is survived by his daughter, Britney, and her husband, Eric; his son, Jonathan, and his wife, Alisha; and his three granddaughters, AnnMarie, Samantha, and Payton. He is also survived by his sister, Ange Norris, along with extended family.

Bill will be remembered for his work ethic, his love of familiar faces, and the simple things he enjoyed in life.

Cremation Rites are under the direction of Nelson's Bay Area Mortuary, 541-267-4216.

Born July 19, 1930 and passed away January 28, 2026. Services Monday February 9, 2026 at 1:00 at Christ Lutheran Church, 1835 N 15th, Coos Bay OR with graveside service to follow and reception at the church.

Gary Berge, 80, of Reedsport, passed away January 25, 2026 at Reedsport.  Cremation Rites are under the direction of Nelson's Bay Area Mortuary, 541-267-4216.

A "Birthday Celebration of Life" for Bonnie Jean Chambers, 84, of Coos Bay who died October 18, 2025 in Portland will be held February 14, 2026 on her 85th birthday at The Coney Station 295 S. Broadway, Coos Bay from 3-6PM under the direction of Coos Bay Chapel, 541-267-3131.

Duane G. Christensen, 94, of Florence, passed away January 19, 2026 at Florence. Burial was at Roseburg National Cemetery in Roseburg, Oregon under the direction of Nelson's Bay Area Mortuary, 541-267-4216.

Karen L. Johnson Franklin, 66, of Coquille formerly of North Bend died January 28, 2026 in Coquille. Services will be announced and held at a later date. Cremation rites have been held at Ocean View Memory Gardens Crematory, Coos Bay under the direction of Coos Bay Chapel, 541-267-3131.

Mitchell D. Holcomb, 71, of Coos Bay, passed away January 22, 2026 at Coos Bay.  Cremation Rites are under the direction of Nelson's Bay Area Mortuary, 541-267-4216.

Tami Rae Niles, 58, of Lakeside, passed away on January 31, 2026 in Lakeside. Arrangements are under the care of North Bend Chapel, 541-756-0440.

A memorial service for Gloria A. Peterson, 90, of Sublimity formerly of Coquille and North Bend who died November 4, 2025 in Sublimity will be held Saturday, March 28, 2026 at 1:00 PM Coos Bay Chapel, 541-267-3131.

A celebration of life for Emery L. Phillips, 86, of Coos Bay who died January 9, 2026 in Coos Bay will be held on Saturday, February 7, 2026, at Ko-Kwel Casino, Salmon Room, from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m under the direction of Coos Bay Chapel, 541-267-3131.

The world became a richer place on June 18, 1935 at 6:30 am when Kay Edith McCampbell was born in Oakland, Ca to Charles and Edith McCampbell, the 4th of 7 children. Attending several different schools, and graduating from Richmond Union High School in January 1953 in Richmond, Ca, she changed her name to Kay Edith Stumpf after marrying Ronald Stumpf on February 5, 1955. She loved people, especially children, and volunteered for kid’s programs, park recreation, 4H Club, swimming, and coaching.

Finally attending college to become a teacher, Kay graduated the same year as her oldest son Ron, a high school graduate. She taught and coached at the Esparto schools where all four of her children attended. Retiring after 20 years, Kay started doing things she didn’t have time for while working.

Very active, her many hobbies included reading, crosswords, quilting, bowling, tennis, volleyball, camping, and playing piano. She was a member of Philanthropic Educational Organization (PEO), volunteered for many organizations including Umpqua Discovery Center, local libraries, hospitals, and sang in her church choir. While in Grangeville, she was instrumental in establishing the Hospital Auxiliary Thrift Store. Kay enjoyed traveling the US and other countries including Germany, Ireland, Italy, Panama and Mexico. An exemplary human being loved by all, she lived by and taught the Golden Rule.

Kay passed peacefully in her sleep January 18, 2026. She was preceded in death by her father, mother, oldest son Ronald Jr, sister Eva, brother Dan, sister Myra, brother Richard, and several nieces and nephews. She is survived by her husband Ron Sr., son Dennis (Tawnya), daughter Tracy (John), daughter Jenny (Miguel), sister Dona, sister Sandra, nine grandchildren, seven great grandchildren, and two great-great grandchildren. A celebration of life will be held on June 18, 2026 in Capay, Ca.

Marcia A. Smith, 88, of Port Orford, passed away February 1, 2026, at Port Orford.  Cremation Rites are under the direction of Nelson's Bay Area Mortuary, 541-267-4216.

Janice Colleen Sumey, 83, of Anchorage, Alaska, formerly of North Bend, passed away on January 25, 2026 in Anchorage. Arrangements are under the care of North Bend Chapel, 541-756-0440.

Renee A. Tansley, 69, of Coos Bay, passed away January 28, 2025 at Coos Bay.  Cremation Rites are under the direction of Nelson's Bay Area Mortuary, 541-267-4216.

Kenneth Leon Wagner, 60, of North Bend, passed away on January 23, 2026 in North Bend. Arrangements are under the care of North Bend Chapel, 541-756-0440.