Wayne Lewis, affectionately known as "Money Bags," peacefully gained his wings on July 27, 2024, at the age of 73. Born on May 14, 1951, in Portland, Oregon, to Elsie Clay and Arthur Carter, Wayne led a life filled with love, dedication, and service to his community and faith. Growing up in Portland, Wayne attended Boise and Irvington Elementary Schools before graduating from Grant High School. His academic journey extended to the Prima Institute, where he completed his fir

Thomas Martin, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and pillar of his community, passed away on July 29th at the age of 85. Born on October 25, 1938, in Delray Beach, Florida, Thomas led a life marked by service, dedication, and an enduring commitment to family, career, and community. Raised in Chicago, Thomas’s journey began with his service in the United States Air Force, which brought him to Oregon—a place he would proudly call home for the rest of hi

Lillian Elizabeth Allen, age 88, of Portland, Oregon was called home by God on the afternoon of July 16, 2024. She had battled numerous health issues but was in good spirits and feeling well just prior to her sudden departure. Lillian was born January 17, 1936, in Maringouin, Louisiana. She moved a couple times, spending several years in Beaumont, Texas and finally ending up in Vanport, Oregon along with her parents, Ethel E. and John Thomas, Jr. They moved to Vanport in 1

Ralph D. Richmond Sr. “Sho’Nuff” Sunrise December 14, 1950 – Sunset August 23, 2023 You take wings to paradise. Rest in peace brother. You will never be forgotten.

BJ Edwards BJ Edwards In Loving Memory of BJ Edwards Memorial Service will held on July 12, 2024 at 12pm at Maranatha Church, 4222 NE 12th Ave., Portland OR, 97211

Marilyn Monroe Marilyn Monroe In Loving Memory of Marilyn Monroe Sunrise: January 16, 1955 Sunset: March 30, 2024

Luther Strong Jr. In Remembrance of Luther Strong Jr. Luther Strong Jr. was born on January 3, 1935, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, to Luther Strong Sr. and Opal Strong. Luther grew up in a loving family of his parents, two sisters (Gail and Selena) and two brothers (Julius and Jackie). The family migrated northwest to Portland, Oregon, in the early 1940’s. His parents worked hard to establish a secure foundation for their family. Luther Strong Jr. Luther attended Vanport Elementary sch

Norman Branch Norman Branch July 29, 1955 - January 31, 2024 Today our beloved Norman Branch is resting peacefully amongst others that have gone before him. He has graciously received his wings of gold. Everyone looked up to him, he didn’t allow any confusion. Like the strength of Gorilla glue, he was the adhesive of his family. A Five Star General, a Legend, and Entrepreneur, a successful businessman who had a word when it came to taking care of business. Mainly to his

Nyewusi Askari Kelly Cornelius Norman a.k.a Nyewusi Askari transitioned from this life to his eternal home on Saturday, November 25, 2023, at 11:40 am. Kelly was the eldest son born on August 18, 1945, to Cornelius Norman and Mae Bell Norman Burkhalter. Askari departed this life at the age of 78 years. Kelly was a 1964 graduate of Washington Parish High School where he played the tuba in the marching band. Upon graduating from high school, he received a scholarship in music t