Obituary: Jeffrey Bernard Page–Bjaranson

Published 12:15 am Friday, February 9, 2024

Astoria

Sept. 1, 1967 — Jan. 18, 2024

Jeffrey Bernard Page–Bjaranson, 56, of Astoria, passed away Jan. 18.

He was born Sept. 1, 1967, to Sonja Bjaranson and Tommy Page in Oakland, California. He was raised in Pleasanton, California, and moved to Hammond in 1978. He attended St. Mary, Star of the Sea School and Warrenton High School, graduating in 1986.

Upon graduation, he attended the Art Institute of Seattle for one year, where he met his wife, Cammie Springer–Points.

From a young age, Jeff expressed himself through art and his love of music. An immensely talented artist, he would frequently freehand draw his favorite 1980s heavy metal rock bands’ album covers with precise detail.

His hairstyle, beard, leather jacket, music and cars often reflected his rebellious personality, despite being known by his friends as a kind and gentle soul.

With an appreciation for antiques and vintage design styles, his home interior was always a reflection of his creativity and artistic side, which he passed on to his children.

Jeff spent much of his adult life as a commercial fisherman based out of Dutch Harbor, Alaska, fishing for king and opilio crab in the Bering Sea. His years on the ocean instilled a lifelong love and respect for the sea. He loved to share stories, videos and photos of his adventures, and took great pride in his time on the water.

He was a beloved father, son, brother and friend to many. For all who knew him, he was kind, caring and deeply loved his children. He touched the lives of many, some he hadn’t seen in years, but he always believed no matter how much time had passed, family and friendships are never forgotten.

He is survived by his daughter, Natara Bjaranson, of San Diego; sons, Ashton Bjaranson, of San Jose, California, and Logan Page, of Aurora, Colorado; sister, Melissa Thornton, of Hammond; brothers, Adam Bjaranson, of Portland, and Boomer Bjaranson, of Hammond; well as numerous cousins, nieces and nephews.

He is preceded in death by his mother, Sonja Bjaranson; father, Tommy Page; stepfather, Bob Bjaranson; and brother, Jason Bjaranson.

A celebration of life service will be held at the Warrenton Community Center at 1 p.m. Feb. 25. A service at the Maritime Memorial Park in Astoria will be planned for later this summer.