In Loving Memory of Randy Charles Bloom

With heavy hearts, we share the tragic loss of Randy Charles Bloom, 62, of Scappoose, Oregon, who lost his life in a devastating two-vehicle crash on the evening of April 12, 2026, in Columbia County.

At 62 years old, Randy was in a chapter of life often marked by reflection, connection, and the enjoyment of years of experience and memory. His sudden passing has left a deep void in the lives of those who knew and loved him, and has brought sorrow to a community now trying to come to terms with an unexpected loss.

To his family, Randy was far more than a name or an age. He was a central presence in their lives—someone whose history was intertwined with theirs, whose voice and companionship formed part of their everyday world. Losing him so suddenly has created an absence that is felt in every corner of their lives, from the quiet moments at home to the gatherings that will never feel the same again.

Friends and those who knew Randy in Scappoose and the wider Columbia County area will remember him in their own personal ways: the conversations shared, the kindness he showed, the routines and familiar encounters that now take on a deeper meaning in his absence. Every life leaves behind traces in others, and Randy’s memory lives on in those connections.

Tragic crashes like this serve as painful reminders of how quickly life can change. In a single moment, everything familiar is altered, leaving behind grief, questions, and the difficult task of learning to move forward without someone who mattered deeply.

In the days ahead, his loved ones will lean on one another, finding strength in shared memories and in the support of a caring community. Though grief is heavy, it is often carried together—through compassion, remembrance, and presence when words are not enough.

Randy Charles Bloom’s life mattered. He was loved, he was valued, and he will be remembered not only for the circumstances of his passing, but for the life he lived and the people he touched along the way.

May his memory bring comfort to those who mourn him, and may his family and friends find peace, strength, and healing in the love that surrounds them.