Thresa Jean Athey passed away the morning of December 24, 2024, after battling a rare form of cancer.
Her remarkable life was a testament to her strength and resilience. Born on June 7, 1957, in Springfield, Oregon, Thresa spent most of her life in the Willamette Valley, fostering deep connections with her family and community.
Her academic journey took her to Willamette...
Williadeen McGinnis passed away on December 22, 2024, in Vancouver, WA. She was 100 years old.
Williadeen was born October 15, 1924, in Hot Springs, Arkansas. She was the fifth of six children born to Willie and Jessie Brown. The Brown family moved often, eventually moving to Springfield, Oregon.
During her freshman year at Springfield High School, she met J.C. Allen McGinnis....
David J Marx, age 73, passed away peacefully at home on December 18, surrounded by his family. David is survived by his wife Sheila; his sons Jonathan (Rebecca) and Dylan; and his grandchildren, Benjamin and Leah.
Originally from Chicago, David spent most of his life in San Francisco, where he could often be found at one of many bookstores, a USF...