Funeral Homes in Salem, OR

Facts about Salem, Oregon

• Salem has been featured in films like: One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest (1975).
• Some of the notable people born here have been: Justin Kirk (actor), Cathy McMorris Rodgers (politician), Bill Swancutt (american football player), Kate Nauta (actor and fashion model), Josh Davis (basketball player), Kat Bjelland (singer and musician), and Dustin Watchman (actor).

Salem /ˈseɪləm/ is the capital of the U.S. state of Oregon, and the county seat of Marion County. It is located in the center of the Willamette Valley alongside the Willamette River, which runs north through the city. The river forms the boundary between Marion and Polk counties, and the city neighborhood of West Salem is in Polk County. Salem was founded in 1842, became the capital of the Oregon Territory in 1851, and was incorporated in 1857.Salem had a population of 154,637 at the 2010 census, making it the third largest city in the state after Portland and Eugene. Salem is less than an hour driving distance away from Portland. Salem is the principal city of the Salem Metropolitan Statistical Area, a metropolitan area that covers Marion and Polk counties and had a combined population of 390,738 at the 2010 census. A 2013 estimate placed the metropolitan population at 400,408, the state's second largest.The city is home to Willamette University, Corban University, and Chemeketa Community College. The State of Oregon is the largest public employer in the city, and Salem Health is the largest private employer. Transportation includes public transit from Salem-Keizer Transit, Amtrak service, and non-commercial air travel at McNary Field. Major roads include Interstate 5, Oregon Route 99E, and Oregon Route 22 which connects West Salem across the Willamette River via the Marion Street and Center Street bridges.

Funeral planning in Salem

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Salem Obituaries

It was revealed by The Statesman Journal on July 29th, 2018 that Tange Lynn Auterson died in Salem, Oregon.  Auterson was 54 years old.  Send flowers to express your sympathy and honor Tange Lynn's life.

It was noted by The Statesman Journal on July 29th, 2018 that Kathryn Lyn Beutler passed on in Salem, Oregon.  Beutler was 54 years old.  Send flowers to express your sympathy and honor Kathryn Lyn's life.

It was noted by The Statesman Journal on July 29th, 2018 that Richard F A "Rich" Fitzner perished in Salem, Oregon.  Fitzner was 88 years old and was born in Shidler, OK.  Send flowers to share your condolences and honor Richard F A "Rich"'s life.

It was disclosed by The Statesman Journal on July 29th, 2018 that David Jordan Truitt passed away in Salem, Oregon.  Truitt was 76 years old and was born in Peoria, IL.  Send flowers to share your condolences and honor David Jordan's life.

It was revealed by The Statesman Journal on July 29th, 2018 that Arthur Dale "Dale" Tweed passed on in Salem, Oregon.  Tweed was 91 years old.  Send flowers to express your sorrow and honor Arthur Dale "Dale"'s life.

It was disclosed by East Oregonian on July 28th, 2018 that Gaffany "George" Gunderson died in Salem, Oregon.  Gunderson was 80 years old.  Send flowers to express your sorrow and honor Gaffany "George"'s life.

It was disclosed on July 28th, 2018 that Ray Clifford Riggs passed on in Bullhead City, Arizona.  Riggs was 74 years old and was born in Salem, OR.  Send flowers to express your sorrow and honor Ray Clifford's life.

It was disclosed by The Statesman Journal on July 27th, 2018 that Larry Frances Robertson passed away in Salem, Oregon.  Robertson was 78 years old.  Send flowers to share your condolences and honor Larry Frances's life.

It was noted by The Statesman Journal on July 25th, 2018 that Laurie East (Shaylor) passed on in Salem, Oregon.  Ms. East was 73 years old.  Send flowers to express your sympathy and honor Laurie's life.

It was reported by Register Guard on July 25th, 2018 that Ellen Neal (Williams) passed on in Salem, Oregon.  Ms. Neal was 90 years old.  Send flowers to share your condolences and honor Ellen's life.

History

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With a history rich in agriculture, it is no wonder than Salem is the site of the Oregon State Fair. The fair runs from the end of August till Labor Day. It features exhibits, rides, and games.

Salem was also the site of the Cherry Festival because of its importance in the cherry growing industry. Salem was even named the "Cherry City." The festival was started in 1861 but was eventually shut down in the early 1900's.

The official website for the city of Salem is https://www.cityofsalem.net/.