Joanne Lanier Facaros
April 15, 1935- January 28, 2026
Joanne died peacefully in her sleep after suffering a devastating fall and extremely painful fractured vertebra two weeks earlier. George, her husband of 70 years, died five days before her passing. They were always together in life, and now they are again.
Born in Alamosa, Colorado, Joanne was only daughter of Robert and Olive...
Dennis Arthur Mills
July 18, 1955 – January 27, 2026
Dennis Mills passed away on January 27, at the age of 70, surrounded by his loving family. He was a devoted husband, a cherished father and grandfather, a loyal friend, and led the advancement of technological integration at Lane Community College over his 47-year career there.
Born in Harrison, Arkansas, to Senia Mae...
Robert N. Wilson
July 31, 1938 – January 27, 2026
Longtime Junction City resident Robert N. Wilson, lovingly known as Bob, passed away peacefully on the morning of January 27, 2026.
Robert was born on July 31, 1938, in Bakersfield, California, to Bernace “Curley” and Helen Wilson. He grew up in Merrill, Oregon, where he graduated from high school in 1956. In 1960,...
Dean Francis Howarth passed away on January 26th, 2026 at the age of 80 in Eugene, Oregon. He was born on December 18th, 1945 to Velda and Roderick Howarth in Ottumwa, Iowa. Dean lived a full life centered on family, service to his community, enjoyment of nature and travel, and lifelong learning. His kindness, curiosity and calm presence defined his...
Arthur “Arty” Dubois, 90, of Cottage Grove, Oregon, passed away peacefully on January 24, 2026.
A veteran and self-proclaimed mountain man, Art lived life on his own terms. He served his country, worked as a building inspector in Roseburg, and spent his days hunting, fishing, and capturing the wild with his camera.
Art had a sparkle in his eye and a love...
George Facaros
November 1, 1932 - January 23, 2026
George died at home in his sleep after suffering from worsening dementia over the past years, always cared for by Joanne, his loving wife of 70 years. He was the beloved father of Dana and Nick, grandfather (Papoo) to Jackson, Kaliisa, Lily and Wren, and great grandfather (Grand Papoo) of Freyja, Leo, Arlo...