Jim Kellogg passed away peacefully at home in Sublimity, Oregon on Aug. 21, 2023. He was 85.
He was born Dec. 16, 1937 in Gold Hill, Oregon. At age 10 his family moved to Salem, Oregon. He graduated from South Salem High School.
Jim married Lorraine Mitzel on Dec. 26, 1965. They were married 57 years. In 1970 they moved to the Silverton Hills. He was a sergeant with the Silverton Police Department, retiring in 1992 after 21 years of service. In the fall of 1992 they moved to Sublimity, Oregon, where he and Lorraine enjoyed 30 years of retirement.
He was a member of the Elks Club, NRA, Lost Dutchman Mining Association, The Griswold Cast Iron and Cookware Association and he was a licensed ham radio operator since the early 1970s.
Jim enjoyed classic cars, steam engines and vintage tractors, camping, photography, computers, gold mining, buying and selling Griswold cast iron and guns, talking with his ham radio friends every morning, watching classic western movies and shows, spending time with family, his lifelong friendships and all of the beloved dogs that he had throughout his life.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Noel and Virginia Kellogg.
Jim is survived by his wife, Lorraine Kellogg, children Dani (Martin) Sutliff, John Kellogg, Kelli (Ricky) Burbage, Lane Kellogg, as well as his sister, Trish Elliott. He also leaves 10 grandchildren, and 12 great grandchildren.
His memory will be treasured by those who knew and loved him. There will be a private service with immediate family. The family wishes to express their appreciation to Bristol Hospice for their care and thoughtfulness. In lieu of flowers please consider a donation to the Oregon Humane Society. Arrangements were made by Weddle Funeral Service, Stayton, Oregon.
