Eldon C. Magnuson

Eldon Charles Magnuson passed away peacefully on July 6, 2025. He was 89 years old. Eldon was born on October 21, 1935 in Oakland Nebraska to Charles and Violet Magnuson. He was the oldest of three children. Eldon grew up in Missouri, graduating from Houston High School in Houston Missouri in 1955. He worked on his grandfather’s farm for a time, before moving out to Walla Walla Washington. There he met and married his first wife, Micki Coble. At that time, he joined the National Guard, serving honorably for 6 years. His marriage to Micki produced three children. Lisa was born in 1956. Kelly was born in 1959. And their son Kevin was born in 1963. Unfortunately, their love did not last, and the couple divorced in 1965. In 1975 Eldon met Maxine Strobe. The two shared the same birthday, October 21 st , although one year apart. They married on December 12 th , 1975, marking the beginning of a relationship that lasted for 46 years. Eldon became a step-father to Maxine’s four children, Roxanne, Dee Dee, Jerry, and Larry. In later years he would take up the Dad mantle again when he and Max raised their grandchildren, Ashley and Helen. Professionally, Eldon worked for Crown Zellerbach/James River as a machine operator for 30 years. He retired in 1997 at the age of 62. Privately, Eldon enjoyed hunting, fishing, camping, sports, working on projects, and a good movie. He and Maxine travelled the United States with their 5 th wheel enjoying all things outdoors with their friends and family. Eldon was also quite handy around the house and did several projects from remodeling their kitchen, to adding a sun room and deck to the back of their house. He always had a project to work on. In the final years of their lives, both Eldon and Maxine faced increasing health challenges. Maxine passed on June 8 th , 2022. Eldon missed his wife terribly. He is preceded in death by his parents Charles and Violet, and his wife Maxine. He is survived by his sisters Marilynn and Darlene, his children Lisa, Kelly and Kevin. His step children Roxanne, Dee Dee, Jerry, and Larry. And several grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces, and nephews. The family would like to express their sincere gratitude to the Doctors, Nurses, and CNA’s of both PeaceHealth Southwest Medical Center and the Ray Hickey Hospice House for their support and dedication to Eldon in his final days. A private service was held at Evergreen Memorial Gardens.

Eldon C. Magnuson

October 21, 1935 - July 6, 2025