Lionel Ray Deffenbaugh passed away in Salem, Oregon on Monday morning, August 23, 2021.  He was 95.

Lionel was born in Hays, Kansas of September 17, 1925 the son of Oran and Letha (Loyd) Deffenbaugh.  He was proud to be a Navy veteran having served during World War II, most days he wore a hat that said he was a WWII veteran.  Many people stopped and thanked him for his service.

He married Iris (Ellena) on October 15, 1949 in Nevada.  She passed away November 9, 1984.  They had lived in several places finally settling in Yerington where they raised their family.  Lionel enjoyed driving 18-wheelers for many years, playing county and western music, golfing and eating oysters!

Lionel is survived by his current wife, Amy(Worsech) Deffenbaugh who he married in 2001; daughter, Linda Jefferies, sister, Darlene (David) Mai; 8 grandchildren, 11 great grand children and 1 great great granddaughter.  He was preceded in death by his parents, first wife, Iris, a daughter, Leela and her husband Robert Kelso and a brother, Leon.

A memorial service was held in Keizer, Oregon on August 31st.

A Memorial service to be held 10:00 am Saturday, September 18th at the Community United Methodist Church, 221 N. Main Street Yerington.  A reception will follow the service at the Church.  His cremated remains will be buried in the family plot at Valley View Cemetery.  Family and friends are invited to sign his online guest book at www.FRFH.net

In lieu of flowers the family suggests donations be made in Lionel's name to the Honor Flight

Local Nevada arrangements are under the direction of Freitas Rupracht Funeral Home, 25 Hwy 208 Yerington, Nevada 89447