Rebecca June “Becky” Smolak of Depoe Bay passed away in Portland on March 18, 2026 at the age of 68.
She was born on Nov. 7, 1957 in Martinez, Calif. to John Charles and Osta June Pope Shafer.
She is survived by her husband, Edward Smolak; daughter, Sarah Brana; granddaughter, Ester Kittle; sister, Valorie Strickland; and many extended family members.
She was preceded in death by her parents, John and Osta June Shafer.
A funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. on Friday, March 27, 2026 at Burns Mortuary of Hermiston, 685 W. Hermiston Ave.
Burial will follow in Desert Lawn Memorial Cemetery in Irrigon.
Family suggests memorial donations be flowers or contributions to Domestic Violence Services.
Burns Mortuary of Hermiston is in care of arrangements.
