Albany SOAR Chapter 12-7

Floyd Dean Garrison Obituary
Floyd Dean Garrison of Lebanon, Oregon passed away peacefully on July 4, 2025, at the age of 85. A devoted husband, proud father, skilled craftsman, and ardent fisherman, Floyd lived a life rooted in integrity, creativity, and quiet strength.
Born on August 11, 1939 in Lebanon to Francis Downing and Charles Garrison, Floyd grew up surrounded by the values of hard work and perseverance. After his school years, he enlisted in the United States Air Force, where he served with pride and distinction. Stationed in Japan, Floyd played the clarinet a testament to his lifelong appreciation for music and the arts. His time abroad left a lasting impression, and he spoke often and fondly of those years.
On February 8, 1964, Floyd married the love of his life, Ruthann Claire Rau, in West Orange, New Jersey. Together they settled in Lebanon, Oregon, where Floyd quite literally built their life from the ground up constructing the family home on Mount Hope Drive with his own hands. There, he and Ruthann raised their three children and built a legacy of love and resilience.
A skilled carpenter by trade, Floyd spent much of his career working for Teledyne Wah Chang before retiring. Outside of work, he was rarely idle. Whether sketching, painting, building intricate model ships, or shaping wood into beauty and function, Floyd found joy in crafting with care. Yet among his many hobbies, nothing brought him greater peace than casting a line and spending quiet hours fishing.
Floyd was preceded in death by his parents and his brothers, Leonard Garrison and Gary Watson. He is lovingly remembered by his children: Renee Bias, Robert Garrison, and Brian Garrison; his grandchildren: Troy Bias, Kayla Bias, Jake Bias, Peyton Garrison, Kaitlynn Rosin, Justin Garrison, and Ashley Garrison; and his great-grandchildren: Jade Bias, Levi Garrison, Ryan Garrison, Jaxon Bias, and Jenafer Garrison.
Floyd’s legacy lives on in the lives he shaped, the home he built, and the stories he leaves behind told in wood, in water, and in memory.
May he rest in peace.
Respectfully,
Garry Steffy

Thomas Norris Etzel Obituary
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Thomas Norris Etzel of Salem, Oregon, who passed away on March 1, 2025, at the age of 76, leaving to mourn family and friends. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
In the hush of twilight, as the stars twinkle in silent homage, we reflect on the legacy Thomas Norris leaves behind and his impact on the lives of his loved ones. Though Thomas Norris may no longer walk among us, his spirit lives on in the memories held dear by his family and friends, a guiding light that illuminates their paths in times of darkness.
A memorial service will be held on Saturday, May 17th 2025 at 1:00 PM at the Virgil T. Golden Funeral Service (605 Commercial St SE, Salem, OR 97301).
May he rest in peace,
Respectfully,
Garry Steffy