Karene Lee Ferguson of Salem, Oregon died July 19, 2005 at her home in Salem she was 59 years old. Karene was born August 11, 1945 in Portland, Oregon to Robert and Julie Cutter Ferguson. Graduated from a Portland High School and attended Portland Community College. Lived in Salem, Oregon for the last 8 years moving from McMinnville. Karene was baptized at St. Andrews in Portland, Oregon and attended Court Street Christian Church in Salem, Oregon. She enjoyed collecting videos and keys, also loved spending time with her grandchildren and was very excited about the new one that is on its way. She also enjoyed spending time volunteering to help the homeless she would help hand out blankets in the winter so they could stay warm. Survivors: James Stanley Son Salem, Oregon Marvin Ferguson Brother California 5 Grandchildren another one on the way Preceded in death by her parents. Private Family Services will be held. Arrangements Entrusted to Farnstrom Mortuary, Independence.