Lori K (Hudson) Lemke

Lori K. (Hudson) Lemke of Hermiston, Oregon, was born on October 5, 1959 in Michigan to parents, Larry and Carol Hudson. She died on June 9, 2026 in McKinleyville, California at the age of 66 years. Lori was raised in Marlette, Michigan before her family moved to Hermiston, Oregon in 1970 where she has lived since. She worked at Marlette Home in many capacities for 48 years, retiring in April 2026. Lori married David Lemke on November 27, 1998 in Hermiston, Oregon. She enjoyed sewing, camping, playing pool, throwing darts and playing cards. Lori cherished family time and loved her grandchildren dearly. 

She is survived by her husband: David Lemke, Hermiston, OR; children: Nicky Childers (Chad), Umatilla, OR, Kristopher Whitlock (Suellen), Hermiston, OR, Scott Lemke (Jackie), McKinleyville, CA & Angie Lemke (Ken), Arcata, CA; brothers: Jim Hudson, Walla Walla, WA & Jeff Hudson (Brenda), Hermiston, OR; sister: Darlene Newman (George), Hermiston, OR; grandchildren: Ryley, Makayla, Peyton, Alexa, Liam, Cole, Calvin, Luke & Tylee; great grandson: Emerson; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and her very special fur baby dachshunds.   

Lori was preceded in death by her parents.     

A celebration of life gathering will be held on Saturday, June 27, 2026 from 12:00 P.M. until 4:00 P.M. at the Pheasant Blue Collar Bar & Grill, Hermiston, Oregon.

Those who wish may make contributions in Lori’s memory to Pet Rescue, 1844 NW Geer Rd., Hermiston, OR 97838.

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Burns Mortuary of Hermiston, Oregon is in care of arrangements.

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