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Scott "Scotty" Stigum, 84, passed away peacefully at his home in Sisters on September 8.
Scotty was an only child, born in Canada to parents Tom and Bianca (Johnsen) Stigum, while migrating from Norway to America.
Scotty leaves behind his wife of 38 years, Alice Stigum; son Tom; daughter Janet Stigum; six step-sons: George, Gregg, Scott, Dick, Joe and Jim Opsahl; granddaughter Hattie Stigum; 10 step-grandchildren; and one great-grandson.
He served his country proudly during World War II, enlisting in the U.S. Navy.
Scotty spent his entire career as a salesman for Utility Trailer & Equipment Co., in Portland. After retirement, Scotty and Alice enjoyed boating in the U.S. and Canadian San Juans, and traveling the country in their motor home.
The past four years, Scotty's life was devoted to working with his hands, building a vintage racing car.
Memorial Services will be held Wednesday, September 30, at 11 a.m. at Camp Sherman Community Hall.
In lieu of flowers, donations to Redmond-Sisters Hospice would be appreciated: 732 S.W. 23rd St., Redmond, OR 97756.
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