Jeffrey L. Eldredge

Eldredge, Jeffrey L. July 24, 1960 - May 5, 2006 Eldredge, Laurie May 11, 1961 - May 5, 2006 Jeff and his beloved wife Laurie, lost their lives on May 5th in Independence, OR while riding their Harley Motorcycle which was their all time most enjoyable past time. Jeff was born in Milwaukee, WI to Sandra and John Eldredge. After graduating from Custer High School, he served in the Navy for 5 1/2 years. He moved to Oregon around 1989. At the time of his death he was employed by Ed Carlson Painting where he had worked for 16 years. Jeff is survived by his loving mother Sandra and step-father Thomas Lusty of Brookfield, WI; dear brother Jerry of Kentucky; proud grandmother Dorothy Boers of Three Lakes, WI. Further survived by aunts, uncles, cousins and special "son" Andre. He was preceded in death by his father John Eldredge. Laurie was born in San Antonio, TX to a military family and lived in Europe for 17 years. She moved to Oregon in 1987. She was employed by the State of Oregon in the Human Services Department. Laurie is survived by her mother Georgette Mallory of Salem, OR. Sister Patty McCary; brother-in-law Eric and niece Emma; uncle Charles, cousins and many dear friends. She was preceded in death by her father Tim Mallory. Jeff and Laurie were married in Reno, NV, August 26, 2005. Both of you will be dearly missed and forever loved by your family, friends and your pets. We will all miss your smiles and your love of life. Memorial Services were held May 11th at Salem Alliance Church in Oregon.