Lori West

Sometime in the early morning hours of October 27th, 2026, Lori West passed away in her sleep. She was 62. Born to Charles and Julie West December 18, 1963, Lori grew up and attended schools in Albany Oregon. 



Lori worked in Albany as a cook until joining the military in the early 1980s. She experienced life visiting other countries and attending concerts abroad. Music was her passion and her beloved guitars offered a space she could express herself without judgement. She exercised kindness and acceptance to all she encountered. 


Lori worked hard to stay in sobriety, often admitting herself to rehab to free herself of addiction despite her diagnosis of cancer. Sadly her body became tired far before her determination ever did. Her family is not sharing this to shame her in death, but to honor her constant fight and desire to be fully sober and present for those around her, because it was a very valiant fight. 



She is survived by her partner Cole Barnett and a sister Liana West. She was preceded in death by both parents, two siblings and a nephew (son of Liana West). 



Her loved ones ask that if you have a loved one who is also struggling with addiction, to please seek supportive self care to help yourself navigate the journey.