Funeral Homes in Salem, OR

Facts about the city

• 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.

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Salem Obituaries

It was reported by Register Guard on December 12th, 2019 that LouElla Mae Spady (McCoy) passed on in Salem, Oregon.  Ms. Spady was 91 years old.  Send flowers to share your condolences and honor LouElla Mae's life.

It was written by Klamath Falls Herald and News on November 10th, 2019 that Howard Daggett passed away in Salem, Oregon.  Daggett was 84 years old.  Send flowers to share your condolences and honor Howard's life.

It was reported by Register Guard on November 10th, 2019 that Wilbur Leland Metteer passed away in Salem, Oregon.  Metteer was 90 years old.  Send flowers to express your sorrow and honor Wilbur Leland's life.

It was noted by San Diego Union-Tribune on November 4th, 2019 that Blake N Dr Synowski perished in San Diego, California.  Synowski was 62 years old and was born in Salem, OR.  Send flowers to express your sympathy and honor Blake N Dr's life.

It was reported by Register Guard on October 13th, 2019 that Ann Morstad (Kennedy) died in Salem, Oregon.  Ms. Morstad was 76 years old and was born in Wauwaqtosa, WI.  Send flowers to express your sorrow and honor Ann's life.

It was reported by Register Guard on October 6th, 2019 that Terry R Melton perished in Salem, Oregon.  Melton was 84 years old.  Send flowers to express your sympathy and honor Terry R's life.

It was noted by Register Guard on September 29th, 2019 that Etta Evans (Loar) passed on in Salem, Oregon.  Ms. Evans was 75 years old and was born in Phoenix, AZ.  Send flowers to share your condolences and honor Etta's life.

It was reported by Register Guard on September 27th, 2019 that Teresa miss "Terri" Adams passed away in Salem, Oregon.  Adams was 66 years old and was born in San Francisco, CA.  Send flowers to express your sympathy and honor Teresa miss "Terri"'s life.

It was noted by Klamath Falls Herald and News on September 25th, 2019 that Teresa Christine "Terri" Adams died in Salem, Oregon.  Adams was 66 years old and was born in San Francisco, CA.  Send flowers to share your condolences and honor Teresa Christine "Terri"'s life.

It was reported by Baker City Herald on September 25th, 2019 that Eugene Victor Jr "Gene" Zacharias perished in Salem, Oregon.  Zacharias was 83 years old.  Send flowers to express your sorrow and honor Eugene Victor Jr "Gene"'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/.