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Charlene Forcum

March 12th, 1943 - December 12th, 2025

March 12th, 1943 - December 12th, 2025

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Charlene G. Foreum passed away in Junction City, Oregon, and resided in Junction City surrounded by her loving family on December 12, 2025. She was born on March 12, 1943, in Welsh, Colorado, to Benson R. and Rosalie Cordell. Charlene married James R. Foreum on November 23, 1970, in Sweet Home, Oregon. She was preceded in death by her husband James on April 25, 2014, and her son Rodney on May 7, 2024. Charlene is lovingly remembered by her children and spouses: Tracy Thornton and Dale Natsky of Springfield, Oregon; Paul and Irene Foreum of Oakridge, Oregon; Ralph Foreum of Oakridge, Oregon; Roger and Sandy Foreum of Eugene, Oregon; and Terry Shandy of Eugene, Oregon. She is also survived by 10 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren. Charlene is further survived by her sisters LaRae Edwards of Springfield, Oregon, Jean Huston of Durkee, Idaho, and Faye Thomas and Nancy Mae Brill, as well as her brother Duane Cordell. Charlene worked as a librarian and crossing guard for Santa Clara Elementary School in Eugene, Oregon, and later worked at Timber Tapes in Eugene, retiring in 2000. She enjoyed anything to do with Elvis, roses, flowers, gardening, and camping. A viewing and funeral will be held at Springfield Memorial Gardens, located at 7305 Main Street, Springfield, Oregon 97478, on Thursday, January 15, 2026. The viewing will be held at 10:00 a.m., followed by the funeral at 2:00 p.m.

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Making final arrangements for a loved one feels overwhelming. Knowing that you have a trusted and compassionate partner makes the process easier. At Springfield Memorial Funeral Home, we continue our 60-year legacy of care with a range of services, including our cremation facility and Lane County's largest cemetery, Springfield Memorial Gardens. We offer personalized options and accommodations that respect all faiths and traditions, with multiple chapels, private visitation rooms, and multicultural tributes. Since 1963, Springfield families have entrusted our caring professionals with convenient and affordable end-of-life arrangements. At Springfield Memorial Funeral Home, we understand the importance of providing compassionate care tailored to each family's wishes....

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