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 written by The Statesman Journal on March 31st, 2019 that Beverly J Beakey passed on in Salem, Oregon.  Beakey was 88 years old.  Send flowers to share your condolences and honor Beverly J's life.

It was noted by The Statesman Journal on March 31st, 2019 that Betty Lou Hoffman perished in Salem, Oregon.  Hoffman was 59 years old and was born in Lemmon, SD.  Send flowers to express your sorrow and honor Betty Lou's life.

It was disclosed on March 31st, 2019 that Paul Nicholas Jacquin died in Cookeville, Tennessee.  Jacquin was 74 years old and was born in Salem, OR.  Send flowers to express your sorrow and honor Paul Nicholas's life.

It was noted by The Statesman Journal on March 31st, 2019 that Fred Edward Mann died in Salem, Oregon.  Mann was 84 years old.  Send flowers to share your condolences and honor Fred Edward's life.

It was reported by The Statesman Journal on March 31st, 2019 that Bent Thygesen perished in Salem, Oregon.  Thygesen was 94 years old and was born in Kerteminde, .  Send flowers to express your sorrow and honor Bent's life.

It was reported by The Statesman Journal on March 31st, 2019 that Alma Irene Wells (Hartman) died in Salem, Oregon.  Ms. Wells was 100 years old and was born in Kulm, ND.  Send flowers to share your condolences and honor Alma Irene's life.

It was written by The Statesman Journal on March 31st, 2019 that Mylouine Elizabeth Williams (Ellis) died in Salem, Oregon.  Ms. Williams was 87 years old and was born in Crescent City, CA.  Send flowers to share your condolences and honor Mylouine Elizabeth's life.

It was reported on March 29th, 2019 that Anita Ruth Blakely (Taylor) died in Edmonds, Washington.  Ms. Blakely was 74 years old and was born in Salem, OR.  Send flowers to express your sympathy and honor Anita Ruth's life.

It was revealed by The Statesman Journal on March 29th, 2019 that Arlene Lowery (Cook) perished in Salem, Oregon.  Ms. Lowery was 87 years old and was born in Lincoln, NE.  Send flowers to express your sympathy and honor Arlene's life.

It was revealed by Register Guard on March 28th, 2019 that Jean Daugherty (Daugherty) perished in Salem, Oregon.  Ms. Daugherty was 58 years old.  Send flowers to express your sympathy and honor Jean'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/.