Stehn Family Chapels

01/27/2026

Matthew Gervase Stiefvater

Matthew Gervase Stiefvater passed away on January 15, 2026, at the age of 78 due to complications from lymphoma. Known as “Matt” and “Steve” to friends, and “GPa” to his grandchildren, he leaves behind a legacy of service and enthusiasm for music, the outdoors, and life’s simple pleasures.

Born on November 26, 1947, to Gervase George and Mildred Estelle (Clark) Stiefvater, Matt grew up in San Francisco and Petaluma, California. He graduated from Petaluma High School before serving nearly four years in the U.S. Navy as a cook aboard both diesel-electric and nuclear submarines, receiving an honorable discharge in 1969. That same year, he married Pauline Joan Bachmann. After living in San Francisco and Dunsmuir, California, the couple moved north, settling first in Portland, Oregon and later the suburb of Oak Grove in Clackamas County, where they raised three children.

After a career in auto transport—during which he earned multiple safety awards, including recognition in 1995 for achieving one million miles of accident‑free driving—Matt transitioned into retirement by serving the community. He worked part-time for the North Clackamas Parks & Recreation District and volunteered with Meals on Wheels, Habitat for Humanity, and NorthStar Clubhouse. His involvement with NorthStar became especially meaningful in his later years, providing him with a sense of purpose, camaraderie, and a chance to put his culinary training to use preparing meals for Clubhouse members. It also gave him the opportunity to travel to Oslo, Norway in 2019, where he spoke at Clubhouse International’s World Seminar.

Matt lived with a youthful enthusiasm and curiosity about the world. In his earlier years, he loved camping, fishing, and riding motorcycles. Later, he found joy at the Oregon Coast, especially crabbing in Nehalem Bay in his 14-foot aluminum boat. Hawaii was his favorite vacation destination.

A devoted audiophile, Matt was a regular at Portland’s annual Waterfront Blues Festival. He cheered faithfully for the San Francisco 49ers and, in his adopted city, the Portland Trail Blazers. He enjoyed deli fare such as sub sandwiches, as well as Portland’s artisan coffee and microbrew offerings, but also embraced learning about foods that nourish both body and mind. He maintained a Buddhist-inspired insight meditation practice.

Matt is survived by Pauline, his wife of 57 years; his three children, Erich, Keith, and Marie Stiefvater; and four granddaughters, Audrey, Kate, Maci, and Nora Stiefvater.

A private family celebration will be held in his memory. In honor of Matt’s commitment to helping others, the family encourages donations to NorthStar Clubhouse, the Portland Insight Meditation Center, and the listener-supported jazz station KMHD. They also invite all who knew him to remember his advice: “Stay young at heart and don’t sweat the small stuff—because it’s mostly small stuff.”

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01/21/2026

Bryan Anthony Foy

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the unexpected passing of Bryan Anthony Foy on January 18, 2026. Bryan was the true meaning of kindness and warmth to all who had the privilege of knowing him. His gentle spirit and caring nature touched the lives of family, friends, and everyone he met.

Born to Gerald McKenna Foy (deceased) and Geraldine Ruth Foy, Bryan was raised in a loving home where he shared a special bond with his brother, Ken Foy. Together, they created a lifetime of cherished memories.

Bryan graduated from Rex Putnam High School in 1978, and began his electrical career working for his Uncle Ron at Atlas Electric before moving to Beck Electric, where he entered the electrical apprenticeship program. Bryan’s commitment to his craft saw him become a journeyman electrician, and he proudly worked for Beck Electric for 30 years, earning a reputation as a skilled, reliable, and dedicated professional.

In November of 2013, Bryan joined Bob’s Red Mill, where he continued to impress those around him with his talents, strong work ethic, and unwavering kindness. His contributions left a lasting mark on every workplace he was a part of.

Bryan’s greatest joy was his marriage to Mia Foy, his devoted wife of 41 years. Their enduring partnership was a true testament to love, commitment, and mutual respect. Together, Bryan and Mia built a beautiful life filled with laughter, support, and unwavering devotion to one another.

Those who knew Bryan remember him as the dearest and kindest man, always willing to lend a helping hand or a listening ear. His legacy is one of love, selflessness, and quiet strength that inspired those around him. Bryan’s absence will be deeply felt, and he will be missed forever by all whose lives he graced. May his memory be a blessing and his spirit live on in the hearts of all who loved him.

Please join us at The Office Bar, 10598 SE 32nd Ave in Milwaukie on January 31, 2026, from 12-4 for an open house/happy hour to celebrate his life.

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01/19/2026

Billy W. Marquardt

Billy W. Marquardt, 85, passed away on January 5, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of service, laughter, and generosity. Born in Minot, North Dakota, Bill moved to Glendale, California, where he was raised by his mother, Irma. Having grown up with very little, Bill developed a deep-seated desire to give back—a mission that would define his entire life.

After graduating from Herbert Hoover High School in Glendale, CA, Bill served in the California National Guard and the U.S. Air Force. His passion for public safety led him to the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department, where he began his career as a Deputy Sheriff in 1967.

Bill’s career reached new heights in 1984 when he became a Deputy Pilot for the LASD, serving with distinction until his retirement in 1992. Bill was known not just for his skills in the air, but for his unwavering reliability on the ground. He was a loyal friend who could be counted on the moment there was a need.

Beyond his professional achievements, Bill was known for his funny, silly personality and his incredible, great big bear hugs. He was a man of the outdoors who cherished time with his family. Bill, Donna, and Amy spent every summer fishing and camping in the Sierra Nevadas, with Independence, California, becoming their most beloved sanctuary. They also shared two great cross-country adventures, discovering new sights together across the nation.

Of all his roles, being "Papa" held a special place in his heart. He and his granddaughter, Vivienne, developed their own legendary tradition: a giant hug followed by a silly "claw!" On days when Papa was feeling a bit sore or tired, they would gently switch it to a "paw" instead—a testament to the sweet, intuitive bond they shared.

In 1970, Bill married his wife, Donna and they made their home in Fountain Valley, California. A few years later, they welcomed their daughter, Amy. Bill was a devoted family man who poured his love and humor into his home every day.

Bill is preceded in death by his father, Alonzo; and mother, Irma. He is survived by his beloved wife, Donna; daughter, Amy, and son-in-law, Steven; granddaughter, Vivienne; and bonus grandson, Miles, all of Portland, Oregon. They will forever cherish the memory of his kindness and the strength of his hugs.

In honor of Bill’s lifelong commitment to giving back, the family suggests making a donation to a charity of your choice—just as Bill would have done.

Services to be held in Portland, OR and Laughlin, NV.

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01/15/2026

Martin Neil Manning

Martin passed peacefully at home surrounded by family, at the age of 73. Martin is survived by his wife of 40 years, Claudia Manning; son, Justin; and daughter, Kristin.

Martin served in the Army for 2 years after graduating high school. After serving his country, he did a few odd jobs before working at Willamette National Cemetery for 18 years. After retiring from Willamette, he loved spending time outdoors, fishing, hunting, camping, as well as spending time with his family and loved ones.

A Cemetery Service with Full Military Honors will be 10:00 a.m., Friday, January 16, 2026 at Willamette National Cemetery, Portland, Oregon.

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01/14/2026

Janette Lynn Ohrling

Janette Lynn Ohrling (Meyer), age 68, passed away at home on January 3, 2026, after an eight-year battle with cancer. She was surrounded by love, with her husband and daughters by her side.

Janette was born on December 10, 1957, in Portland, Oregon, to Donald Meyer and the late Alice Meyer. She was the only daughter among five children, growing up alongside four brothers with whom she shared a lifetime of memories.

On February 19, 1977, Janette married Marc Ohrling. Together they built a beautiful life and raised three children, one son and two daughters, grounded in love, devotion, and family traditions.

After moving to Vancouver, Washington, in 1986, Janette opened her home and heart as a childcare provider. For 20 years, she shared her remarkable gifts of patience, love, and compassion with countless children and families. Through this work, she formed many lifelong friendships and touched lives in ways that will never be forgotten.

While raising her own family, Janette cherished time spent together from camping trips along the Oregon coast to weekends on the water aboard the family boat, creating memories filled with laughter and connection. She found joy in warm sunshine, sandy shores, vibrant flowers, live music, beautiful sunsets, good food, travel and the companionship of her beloved dogs.

Janette and Marc also enjoyed spending time at their vacation home in Scottsdale, Arizona, where they created countless treasured memories with family and friends. Janette spent summers poolside, teaching her grandchildren how to swim, floating through long afternoons, and soaking in the breathtaking Arizona sunsets she so dearly loved.

Above all else, Janette lived to spend time with her grandchildren, who were truly the center of her life. Whether cheering them on, sharing adventures, or simply being present, her love for them knew no bounds and brought her immense joy.

Following her cancer diagnosis, Janette chose to embrace life with renewed joy and fearlessness, saying “yes” to whatever adventures came her way. From skydiving with friends, taking a helicopter ride through the Superstition Mountains with her husband to swimming with dolphins and riding every single ride at Disneyland with her grandchildren, she made the most of every moment. She also cherished countless impromptu trips and concerts shared with her best friend, filled with laughter, spontaneity, and love.

Janette was preceded in death by her mother, Alice Meyer; brother, David Meyer; and her beloved son, Eric Ohrling.

She is survived by her devoted husband, Marc Ohrling; daughters, Lisa (Trent) and Katelyn (Brady); cherished grandchildren, Conner, Caden, Camryn, and Bodi; father, Donald Meyer; brothers, Dan (Marian), Larry (Terry), and Jim; and many dear friends who will carry her memory forward.

Janette’s legacy lives on through the love she gave so freely, the lives she nurtured, and the family and friendships she held so close. She will be deeply missed and forever remembered.

A celebration of Janette’s life will be held in the Spring.

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01/07/2026

Alex Jonathan Luchak

Alex Jonathan Luchak was born on August 5, 1989. His brother, Justin, whom he lovingly called “his baby,” was born May 9, 1991. Alex attended Mt. Scott Grade School, Sunrise Junior High and Clackamas High School, graduating in 2007.

Alex began working at age 15 at Miles Fiberglass. His greatest passion, however, was baseball, which he played from third grade through Varsity at Clackamas High School. He attended Oregon State University before returning home to earn an associate degree in Business and Renewable Energy from Clackamas Community College.

In 2010, Alex returned to Miles Fiberglass joining the Wind Turbin Technician Team, where he traveled the country. Eventually he discovered his true calling in sales. He joined Clackamas Community College Foundation Board in 2023 where he enjoyed contributing his time just as his grandfather had done. In 2017, he met the love of his life, Brittney Gonzales. The two married in 2022 on a beautiful outdoor day and shared a joyful life together, including their beloved cat, Beggariah, whom they adored as their child.

Alex will be remembered for his dedication, humor, loyalty, and love for family, friends, and the life he built.

Alex is survived by his wife, Brittany Luchak; brother, Justin Luchak; father, Joe Luchak; mother, Lori Olund; and step-father, Forrest Olund.

A Celebration of Life honoring Alex will be 2:00 p.m., Saturday, January 10, 2026, at Clackamas Community College - Gregory Forum. In lieu of flowers, the family graciously accepts donations to the Miles Family Manufacturing Endowed Scholarship in Alex’s name. Donations may be made at this link: In Memory of Alex Luchak | CCC

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12/28/2025

Ronald Charles "RC" Grimes

In Loving Memory Of Ronald Charles Grimes, RC to his family and friends.

Ronald Charles Grimes, 40 of Milwaukie, Oregon, passed away Dec. 20, 2025. Born April 3rd, 1985 in Huntsville, Alabama. RC spent his life in the Pacific Northwest.

He was known for his quick wit, his sense of humor and kind heart. He loved his family, friends and most of all his children.

He was last employed at NW Traffic Control where he worked as a flagger and was a member of the IBEW.

RC is survived by his mother, Teresa Saylor of Milwaukie, Oregon; father, Michael Grimes and stepmother, Renee Hill-Grimes of Kalama, Washington; siblings, Michjeila Grimes of Battleground, Washington, Hanna McKemie of Milwaukie, Oregon, Cheyann Grimes of Longview, Washington; two children, the loves of his life, Kaelin Knott-Harmer and Michael Grimes both of Spokane Valley, Washington; and his extended family and friends.

In a final act of kindness and generosity, RC gave the gift of life through donation.

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12/17/2025

Kevin Wiley

Kevin Wiley passed away unexpectedly on July 4th, 2025. Kevin was born in The Dalles, Oregon to Gilbert and Jeanne Wiley. He spent his time hanging out with friends, reading, and listening to all types of music. Kevin enjoyed working on cars and owned a few classics, including a 1928 Ford Model A which he almost drove through the US Bank window when the brakes failed.

After high school, Kevin attended a number of Oregon colleges, but through an exchange program with the U of O, he graduated from Rutgers University in New Jersey with a BA degree in Spanish. After graduation, he returned to Portland where he worked in various administrative and customer service roles. While working for HP, Kevin decided to return to college where he earned a BS in Electrical Engineering from the University of Portland.

Kevin worked as an Electrical Engineer until retirement for a number of small hightech firms in the Portland metro area including Support Technologies, E-Machines, Instromedix, Pixelworks, Williams Controls, AAE, Crimson Trace, and Timbercon. After retirement, he continued to work on some small circuit board projects and was taking classes to learn how to weld.

Of all the holidays, Halloween was Kevin’s favorite. For years, he made elaborate decorations combining Halloween masks, motion detectors and videos of monster movies from the 1950’s. He loved the claymation, bad costumes and corny dialog.

When he wasn’t designing a new decoration, you could find Kevin playing his guitar. He dutifully practiced 45 minutes a day for decades. Kevin loved a wide variety of music, from classical to jazz to finger style and surf guitar. If you ever recommended an artist or song to him, he’d say “I’ll check it out”—and actually would!

Kevin will be remembered for his wry sense of humor, his math lessons on the kitchen whiteboard, playing ‘Uno’ and dancing on Christmas Eve, his ability to remember the “The Simpsons” dialog by heart—a gift (or curse) he shared with his daughters—and for family trips to Disneyland, where Kevin only wanted to ride the slow rides so he could admire the art and the animatronics (and, of course, the Disneyland Railroad.)

Kevin is survived by his wife, Barbara; daughters, Michelle and Laura; sisters, Cecelia and Cynthia; nieces, Alanna, Samantha, and Finley; and nephews, Sam and Andy.

Contributions in Kevin’s memory may be made to Oregon Public Broadcasting or your local public radio station.

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11/28/2025

11/27/2025

Miriam Louise Keene

Beloved Wife, Mother, Grandmother, & Great-Grandmother, Miriam Louise Keene, 76, was Promoted to Glory, on November 19, 2025, from her home in Milwaukie, OR.

Miriam John was born on April 10, 1949, in Long Beach, CA to Joyce & Mable John (nee Andrews).

Miriam graduated from Jordan High School and attended Long Beach City College, majoring in Home Economics (Dress Design), minoring in Dance.

Miriam was married to David Cassford from 1971-1977. They had 2 sons, Peter Alan and Richard David.

Miriam married Robert Keene on June 6, 1981 at The Salvation Army Long Beach Temple Corps. After marrying, they moved to Vancouver, WA and eventually the Portland, OR area. Together, they had a daughter, Amy Louise.

Miriam worked for a short time as a runway model and then as a secretary and bookkeeper – namely at the telephone company, the shipyard in Long Beach, and The Salvation Army Moore Street Corps in Portland. In 1986, she and Robert moved to Rancho Palos Verdes, California to attend the School for Officers Training, and were commissioned as Lieutenants in 1988. Together, they served as corps officers, ministering and helping those in need in the communities of Clovis, NM; Flagstaff, AZ; Hobbs, NM; Hayward, CA; Grass Valley, CA; Bend, OR; and at Cascade Divisional Headquarters in Happy Valley, OR. They retired with the rank of Major on August 1, 2015.

Miriam loved spending time with family, reading, playing board games, cooking, singing, crafts/sewing, and traveling.

Though retired, Miriam was still quite involved in the Clackamas Corps (formerly Portland Tabernacle), participating in Home League, Senior Groups, and Songsters. She also spent time praying and writing cards to those who requested prayer, even strangers.

Miriam is remembered by many as an encourager, a good listener, and someone who cared deeply for others.

Remaining to cherish Miriam’s memory are her husband of 44 years, Robert Keene; children, Peter Cassford (Zephanie), Richard Cassford(Heidi), and Amy Keene-Keebler (Matt); step-children, Mari Madsen (Jim) and David Gregg; grandchildren, Wesley (Jori), Nicole, Steven, Alana, Daisy, Lucy, Naomie, and Ben; great-grandson, Henry; brother, Clark John; sister, Karen Lewis; nephews, Paul Wolkersdorfer, Jeff Lewis, and Mark Wolkersdorfer; nieces, Marie Wolkersdorfer, Jennifer Loftus, and Heather Gow; and many other extended family members and friends.

Welcoming her in Heaven are her parents, Joyce and Mable John; in-laws, Majors Robert & Elizabeth Keene; sister, Sylvia Wolkersdorfer; best friend, Jackie Lamm; and many who have gone before.

Miriam’s Celebration of Life will be 1:00 p.m., Thursday, December 4th, 2025, at The Salvation Army Clackamas Corps, 8495 SE Monterey Ave, Happy Valley, OR 97086. Livestream, Meeting ID: 837 8674 4230 and Passcode: 1865. Private interment will be held at Willamette National Cemetery, Portland, OR.

Flowers/arrangements may be sent to Stehn Family Chapels, 2906 SE Harrison St, Milwaukie, OR 97222

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11/19/2025

Nancy Lizotte Young

Nancy Lizotte Young, born November 2, 1935, in Rumford, Maine, died November 17, 2025, in Milwaukie, Oregon, after enduring dementia for many years.

She was the daughter of Ruth Neal Lizotte and Levitt Lizotte, both deceased, and the older sister of Earl Lizotte, who also preceded her in death.

Nancy grew up in Pittsfield, Massachusetts, and attended Antioch College, where she met and married Paul Ruel Young of Saint Marys, Ohio. Together they had two children and lived in Boston, Massachusetts; Portland, Oregon; and Palo Alto, California, before settling in West Lafayette, Indiana. There, Nancy earned her PhD in Biochemistry at Purdue University. The marriage ended in 1974. Nancy subsequently lived in New York, California, Massachusetts, and Oregon.

Nancy was an idealist who tackled life directly and with determination. She cared deeply about the environment and nutrition and pursued her convictions wholeheartedly. In addition to her research in Biochemistry, she worked variously as a veterinary technician, laboratory technician, and furniture maker. Later in life she bought, rehabbed, and sold several homes. She loved to garden and plant trees, and was an active volunteer with Portland Friends of Trees. She had a beautiful sense of interior and landscape design. Nancy was a devoted mother, grandmother, and pet owner, and a loyal friend.

Nancy is survived by her children, Lisa McIlwain (Thomas McIlwain) of Quilcene, Washington, and Neal Young (Mindy Marks) of Boston, Massachusetts; and grandchildren, Hope Neels (Andrew Neels) of Richmond, Virginia, Marina Redlin (Chad Redlin) of Yakima, Washington, and Jacob Young of Boston, Massachusetts.

No public memorial service is planned. In lieu of flowers, donations in Nancy’s memory may be made to the Sierra Club.

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