Oregon Memorial Association (OMA)
is an independent, non-profit organization dedicated to helping Oregon
consumers choose dignified, meaningful, and affordable end-of-life services.
is an independent, non-profit organization dedicated to helping Oregon
consumers choose dignified, meaningful, and affordable end-of-life services.
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January 29, 2026 - Thursday 6:30pm to 8:00pm This free online presentation is for families, friends, patients, and caregivers and will cover:
A Q&A session with presenter Molly Gage from Lumina Hospice will follow. Click HERE to register for this free presentation. |
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Note: The Zoom will be emailed to registrants on Wednesday, January 28.
Please register by 5pm on the 28th to ensure receipt.
Please register by 5pm on the 28th to ensure receipt.
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Guest speaker Joanne Petrie, a certified Bereavement Facilitator, author, and podcaster, explored ways to plan meaningful celebrations of life. Joanne also discussed why they can be so important for loved ones left behind.
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2026 WINTER-SPRING WORKSHOP DATES January 22 - Silverton February 12 - via Zoom April 22 - via Zoom |
Learn more about how to plan, what to consider, and how best to make your wishes know to your loved ones and health and funeral providers at OMA's end-of-life planning workshops.
Click HERE to register.
Click HERE to register.
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Estate Attorney Elizabeth Jessop discussed The Benefits of
End-of-life Planning. The Formula presented the entertaining skit Planning Won’t Make You Die. |
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"Do I Need a Will?" An informative presentation by Meredith Williamson, Founder and Attorney at Law at NW Estate Law about all things wills. |
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“What Jewish and Christian Death & Dying Practices Can Teach Us”
Discussions with Sharon Fendrich, chair of Chevra Kavod haMet, the non-orthodox community Chevra Kadisha in Portland and Reverend Brian Marsh of Moreland Presbyterian Church in Portland |
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Our 62nd Annual Meeting guest speakers, Kathryn Karr with Oregon Humane Society & Nicole Comach, a local Death Doula, discussed Options for Your Pets After You Die & Assistance For You and Your Loved Ones During the Death Process.
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Walt Patrick of Herland Forest Natural Burial Cemetery, a non-profit cemetery dedicated to
sustaining our natural resources, presented options for Affordable Body Disposition. |
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Click HERE to view a recording of the presentation.
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Elizabeth Fournier of Cornerstone Funeral Services & Cremation discusses affordable end-of-life choices and how to bury your loved ones without breaking the bank during her presentation, "Options for the End of Life: Saving Money When You Die." |
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Click HERE to view a recording of the presentation.
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Family Memberships Now Available Now for just $25, parents and guardians can add all of their children and/or dependents ages 25 and younger to their current or new OMA memberships. Once their child or dependent turns 26-years-old, they will need to purchase their own membership. Individual membership are $50. |
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Discounts on Plots and Niches OMA is offering a rare opportunity to purchase prime burial plots and mausoleum niches in the Portland area at a deep discount. UP TO 50% OFF THE MARKET VALUE! Find out more HERE. |
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