Obituaries

Jan 20, 2026

Cherished by her loving husband, Virgil, of 65 years, Betty Sue Lipscomb passed away peacefully on January 20th, 2026. Betty was known for her beauty, grace, and fiery personality. She enjoyed literature, music, photography, and entertaining friends and loved ones.

Born March 9th, 1944 to Viola and Willie Towe, Betty married her devoted husband Virgil Lipscomb at the age of 15....

Dec 21, 2025

Dec 7, 2025

Barbara Jean Kelley (Coker), 86, of Medford, passed away peacefully on December 7th, 2025.

Barbara was born on June 27th, 1939 in Madera, California, to Oscar and Louise Kelley. One of Barbara’s proud accomplishments was her work at NASA. Barbara worked for many years for Jackson County and made many friends during her time there. While working at the County, Barbara...

Nov 16, 2025

On November 16, 2025 in Medford, Oregon, our world sadly lost a son, father, brother, and uncle, artist, traveler, chef, and storyteller Richard Stephen "Steve" Markin after 65 years.Steve was born in Toledo, Ohio near the shores of the Great Lake he loved and frequently returned to throughout his life. He yearned to travel even as a young man, driven...

Nov 13, 2025

Penny Lynn Bush, aged 63, passed away in Medford, Oregon on November 13, 2025. She was born on November 6, 1961, in Peoria, IL, and graduated from Limestone Community High School in 1979. Throughout her career, she worked at various places including Hiram Walkers, Wiser’s Jewelry, Fitch Optical, Synergy Labs Colorado, and the Alaskan Railroad Company as a bookkeeper. She...

Nov 13, 2025

Eli John Weaver, 51, passed away peacefully on November 13, 2025, in Medford, Oregon, due to health-related issues. He had traveled to Oregon to spend meaningful time with his family, and his final days were filled with love and support from those closest to him.

Born on May 25, 1974, in New Mexico, Eli was the beloved son of Marie Hurley...

Nov 11, 2025

Nov 10, 2025

Nov 4, 2025

Robert Eric Backes, of Central Point, Oregon, passed away at home on November 4, 2025. Born on October 22, 1963, he lived a life rooted in the outdoors, family, and the simple joys that meant the most to him.He is survived by his sisters, Walena and Sandy; his sons, Bo and William; and his cherished grandchildren, Delilah and Dalton. His...

Oct 29, 2025

Sherman (Sherm) was born on August 28, 1958 in Redding, CA to Sherman E. Holt Sr and Marjorie (Creason) Holt. During his childhood he moved often between California and Oregon, finally settling in Medford in 1970 where he attended McLaughlin Jr. High, Medford Mid High and graduated from Medford Senior High in 1976. Sherm was an outstanding basketball player in...

Oct 16, 2025

Oct 5, 2025

Brent William DeManby, age 66, of Medford, Oregon, passed away peacefully at home on October 5, 2025, after a courageous battle with brain cancer. A devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend, Brent lived a life defined by love, loyalty, and a remarkable ability to make others feel seen and valued.

Born on May 11, 1959, to John and Donna DeManby,...

Sep 26, 2025

It is with deep love and gratitude that we announce the passing of our beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend, Cindy, who passed away on September 26, 2025, surrounded by family.

Cindy was born in Duluth, Minnesota, and graduated from Hamlin University with a passion for education and lifelong learning. She had a special love for children and dedicated...

Sep 25, 2025

David Lynn Steensen—“Dave” to most, “Davey” to some, and “Sherpa” to his dad on the hiking trail—was born on September 5, 1957, in Shelton, Washington, to Paul and Shirlee Dee Steensen. From an early age, he loved the outdoors, especially long hikes with his father, which earned him that enduring “Sherpa” nickname. He also loved skiing and often said, “the...

Sep 25, 2025

Sep 10, 2025

It is with deep sorrow and much love that we mourn the passing of William Everett Kennedy, of Medford, Oregon, who passed away on September 10, 2025 at the age of 90. An open house for family and friends will be held Saturday, October 11, 2025 from 2:00-4:00 pm at Prestige Arbor Place, 3150 Juanipero Way, Medford.

William “Bill” was born...

Aug 13, 2025

Robin ReNay Petersen (Palmer), age 70, passed away on Wednesday, August 13, 2025, in Medford, Oregon. She was born on July 15, 1955, in Bandon, Oregon, to her parents Stanley and Jane Palmer.

In 1959, Robin and her family moved to Medford, Oregon where her father accepted a job with Safeway, a company her mother would also join and retire from....

Aug 13, 2025

Lynnea Ann Moorman, 83 of Central Point, Oregon passed way Wednesday, August 13, 2025, at the Rogue Valley Manor, surrounded by her loving family. They are especially grateful to the Memory Support staff who took great care of her during her final years.

She was born on June 16, 1942, in Portland, Oregon to Joseph Bayard Young and Dorothea Elynor Weedon....

Aug 13, 2025

Aug 10, 2025

Bruce Sundrud was born in East Ely, Nevada, on January 1, 1946, to Norris K. Sundrud and Lillian R. Sundrud. He grew up at the Club 50, a restaurant and tavern combination run by his parents, on a lonely road between Ely and McGill, Nevada.

He attended Brigham Young University in Provo, Utah, graduating with a bachelor’s degree and then a...