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.

Funeral planning in Salem

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Salem Obituaries

It was disclosed by Baker City Herald on February 28th, 2022 that Keith Alden Stubblefield died in Salem, Oregon.  Stubblefield was 85 years old.  Send flowers to share your condolences and honor Keith Alden's life.

It was disclosed by The Mail Tribune on January 16th, 2022 that Norene A Starnes (Crosby) passed away in Salem, Oregon.  Ms. Starnes was 95 years old.  Send flowers to express your sorrow and honor Norene A's life.

It was written by Topeka Capital-Journal on December 29th, 2021 that Frankie B Roberts died in Salem, Oregon.  Roberts was 88 years old and was born in Topeka, KS.  Send flowers to share your condolences and honor Frankie B's life.

It was written by Klamath Falls Herald and News on November 19th, 2021 that Dennis Robert Coon passed on in Salem, Oregon.  Coon was 69 years old.  Send flowers to express your sorrow and honor Dennis Robert's life.

It was written by Klamath Falls Herald and News on September 3rd, 2021 that Wes Knodel passed away in Salem, Oregon.  Knodel was 66 years old.  Send flowers to share your condolences and honor Wes's life.

It was reported by Kearney Hub on June 26th, 2021 that Helen Cruise (Worthing) passed away in Salem, Oregon.  Ms. Cruise was 85 years old.  Send flowers to share your condolences and honor Helen's life.

It was written by McCook Daily Gazette on May 27th, 2021 that Robert "Bob" Miller perished in Salem, Oregon.  Miller was 81 years old and was born in Denver, CO.  Send flowers to express your sorrow and honor Robert "Bob"'s life.

It was written by Sarasota Herald-Tribune on May 20th, 2021 that Edward Anton Jr Straka passed away in Salem, Oregon.  Straka was 90 years old.  Send flowers to share your condolences and honor Edward Anton Jr's life.

It was revealed by Register Guard on April 18th, 2021 that Lee Myers passed away in Salem, Oregon.  Myers was 67 years old.  Send flowers to share your condolences and honor Lee's life.

It was noted by Register Guard on March 2nd, 2021 that Flora Mae Taylor (McCullum) passed on in Salem, Oregon.  Ms. Taylor was 96 years old.  Send flowers to share your condolences and honor Flora Mae'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/.