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Peggy A. Black

Peggy A. Black, 77, of Coos Bay died September 30, 2025 in Coos Bay. Cremation rites have been held at Ocean View Memory Gardens Crematory, Coos Bay under the direction of Coos Bay Chapel, 541-267-3131.

Dennis Ray Brown

Dennis Ray Brown, 72, of Lakeside, passed away on October 7, 2025 in Eugene. Graveside services were held at Roseburg National Cemetery in Roseburg. Arrangements are under the care of North Bend Chapel, 541-756-0440.

Debra R. Gilley

Debra R. Gilley, 70, of North Bend, passed away September 17, 2025 at Medford.  Cremation Rites are under the direction of Nelson's Bay Area Mortuary, Coos Bay, 541-267-4216.

Edwin "Ed" Wellman Butler

Edwin "Ed" Wellman Butler, 88, of North Bend, passed away October 7, 2025 in Coos Bay. Arrangements are under the care of Coos Bay Chapel, 541-267-3131.

Debra Renee Guyette

Debra Renee Guyette, 77, of Reedsport, passed away on September 28, 2025, in Eugene. Arrangements have been entrusted to Dunes Memorial Chapel in Reedsport.

Kenneth Shane Garrison

Kenneth Shane Garrison, 52, of North Bend, passed away October 6, 2025 in Drain. Arrangements are under the care of Coos Bay Chapel, 541-267-3131.

Connie Hastings

Connie Hastings of Scottsburg, Oregon (89), born May 9, 1936, passed away September 18, 2025. Celebration of Life will be held October 10th, 11am-2pm at the Scottsburg Community Building.

Claudia Ann Howard

Claudia Ann Howard, 69, of Coos Bay, passed away October 11, 2025 in Coos Bay. Arrangements are under the care of Coos Bay Chapel, 541-267-3131.

Eugene "Joe" Joseph Holt

Eugene "Joe" Joseph Holt, 60, of Myrtle Point died August 7, 2025 in Coquille. A celebration of life will be held on his birthday November 12, 2025 at 2:00 PM at the family residence. Cremation rites have been held at Ocean View Memory Gardens Crematory, Coos Bay under the direction of Coos Bay Chapel, 541-267-3131.

James “Jim” Hofmaier

A Funeral Mass for James “Jim” Hofmaier, 84, of North Bend, will be held at noon, Wednesday, October 15 at Saint Monica Catholic Church, 357 S 6th Street in Coos Bay. Arrangements are under the care of Coos Bay Chapel, 541-267-3131.

Connie Dee (Lilienthal) Kittrell

Connie Dee (Lilienthal) Kittrell passed away September 25, 2025 in Eugene, Oregon.

Connie was born in North Bend, Oregon September 11, 1949. She was a 1967 graduate of Marshfield High School and graduated Southwestern Oregon Community College. She worked in the telecommunications field and quickly rose to a supervisory position. Connie had many hobbies, the greatest being cooking. She often experimented with new and novel recipes. Flowers and gardening were always at the forefront, Connie enjoyed have a yard full of flowers and took thousands of photos.

Connie always wanted to retire to Central Oregon. A vacation home in central Oregon on the Deschutes River brought peaceful time spent walking in the woods, enjoying the wildlife, flowers and the sights, sounds and smells of the high desert. Connie loved animals and found her dogs a great comfort. Connie was an avid reader, a student of history and the wonders of nature. Connie was certified to SCUBA dive and enjoyed diving at Cayman Islands. Snorkeling was a challenge that she started with trepidation wearing a floatation device only to discover “I don’t need this horse collar” while at Sting Ray City (a favorite snorkeling sand spit) in Grand Cayman. Connie cruised numerous times to the Caribbean and Alaska with family. Trips also included Hawaii, Canada, Mexico and national parks, always enjoyed with family. The most recent was a train trip to Switzerland and a cruise down the Rhine with their sons and treasured daughters-in-law

She is survived by her husband of 57 years David Kittrell, sons Jonathan Siegel-Kittrell and wife Marci and Russell Kittrell and wife Renee, brother Richard (Rick) Lilienthal, sister Lisa Peckham, five grandchildren: Alexandra, Emma, Austin, Ike and Elliana and one great grandson Henderson. Many nieces and nephews and their families were important in her life.

She was predeceased by her parents Richard (Dick) Lilienthal and Verna Lilienthal of Charleston, Oregon,

Connie was always supportive and a joy to the entire family and many others who knew and loved her. A private celebration of life will be held.

Douglas Eugene Jolley

Douglas Eugene Jolley, born April 11, 1942, in Aberdeen, Washington, passed away September 15, 2025, in Coos Bay, Oregon. Doug served in the Air Force 1961-1965, then re-enlisted in the Navy for 3+ years. He was preceded in death by his parents, Walter and Wilma Jolley, siblings Bill, Dick, Sue, Sharon. Doug is survived by his sister Virginia Friedman, brother Don Jolley, sons George, James, Chris, Walter, and Roy Jolley, grandchildren. A memorial service will be held noon October 25, 2025, at Back Alley Pub and Grub, North Bend. Please RSVP by Oct 17 - 541-260-7486. The family suggests donations be made to the VFW in his honor. 

Mardy St. Hilaire

Mardy St. Hilaire, 75, of Coos Bay, passed away September 23, 2025 at Coos Bay.  Cremation Rites are under the direction of Nelson's Bay Area Mortuary, Coos Bay, 541-267-4216.

Betty Pearl Ice

Betty Pearl Ice, 81, of North Bend, passed away on September 29, 2025 in North Bend. Arrangements are under the care of North Bend Chapel, 541-756-0440.

Catherine E. Lindner

Catherine E. Lindner, 79, of Bandon, passed away September 27, 2025 at North Bend.  Cremation Rites are under the direction of Nelson's Bay Area Mortuary, Coos Bay, 541-267-4216.

Johnathan Jacob Huffman

Johnathan Jacob Huffman, born in Coos Bay on April 28, 2004, passed on August 26th, 2025, at 21 years old. He is survived by his Mother, Misty & Spouse Brendon Thrash, Father Terry & Spouse Melissa Huffman, Siblings Tianna and Sammie Huffman, Erin Humbert, Mulligan, Erica, and Erik Thrash. Niece Lilly; Grandparents Tia and Ron Akers and Grandpa Leonard Huffman. John was preceded in death by his Grandmother Ollie Huffman, and Aunt Karleen Huffman-Green. Johnny made friends easily. He will be missed and remembered by many far and wide.

Johnny, nicknamed “Johnboy” in childhood (a name he tolerated), was a bright light in the lives of his family, friends, and everyone he met. Johnny always had a quick wit, a fearless spirit, and a love for speed—starting young with his go-cart, dirt bikes, fast cars, then eventually his motorcycle, and his Audi. In his words, “It’s not about the miles per gallon, it’s about the smiles per gallon.”John was a 2022 Graduate of Coquille High School and a proud member of the 2021 2A State Championship Football team. He was a loyal friend, a devoted son and brother, and a true prankster whose humor and laughter lit up every room he entered. His siblings will always wish they could be as cool as he was. He was a quick study at anything he set out to try, though he took any and every opportunity to try and get out of school. John tried a couple of different career paths after high school, first as an internet salesman, and then he cooked for the family Bar & Grill for a couple of years, showing his hidden talents and passion for making delicious food. Most recently, he had been in the process of joining the United States Air Force, where he was excited to travel the world, serve his country, and further his education. Johnny had aspirations to work in finance and make a fortune. He was eager to see what lay ahead and carried with him the drive and determination that defined his life.

Friends and family are invited to come together to honor his life, share memories, and carry forward his adventurous spirit at a “Celebration of Life” on Saturday, October 25, 2025, at 1:00 pm at the Coquille Community Building Large Auditorium. 105 North Birch St, Coquille, Oregon 97423. Please bring a favorite story to share. Light snacks and refreshments will be provided.

William Clarence Penn

William Clarence Penn, 74, of North Bend, passed away October 1, 2025 in North Bend. Arrangements are under the care of Coos Bay Chapel, 541-267-3131.

Deborah L. Duncan Powers

Deborah L. Duncan Powers, 77, of Coos Bay, passed away September 26, 2025 at Coos Bay Cremation Rites are under the direction of Nelson's Bay Area Mortuary, Coos Bay, 541-267-4216.

Robert L. “Bob” Reifschneider

Robert L. “Bob” Reifschneider, 81, of Coquille, passed away September 25, 2025 at Coos Bay.  Interment has been held at Roseburg National Cemetery with military honors under the direction of Nelson’s Bay Area Mortuary in Coos Bay, 541-267-4216.

William “Bill” Sack

William “Bill” Sack, 76, of Coos Bay, passed away September 25, at Coos Bay.  Cremation Rites are under the direction of Nelson's Bay Area Mortuary, Coos Bay, 541-267-4216.

Mildred E. Sullivan

Mildred E. Sullivan 71, of Reedsport, passed away September 29, 2025 at Reedsport. Cremation Rites are under the direction of Nelson's Bay Area Mortuary, Coos Bay, 541-267-4216.

Patrick Lynn Wyatt

Patrick Lynn Wyatt, 75, of North Bend, passed away October 2, 2025 in Coos Bay. Arrangements are under the care of Coos Bay Chapel, 541-267-3131.

Elena Suzanne Young

Elena Suzanne Young, 72, of Coos Bay, passed away on September 29, 2025 in Coos Bay. Arrangements are under the care of North Bend Chapel, 541-756-0440.

Coos Bay Chapel, North Bend Chapel, Sunset Memorial Park, Ocean View Memory Gardens, Sunset Memorial Park, Myrtle Grove Funeral Service www.coosbayareafunerals.com

Nelson's Bay Area Mortuary www.nelsonsbam.com

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