Charleston, OR – The Charleston Fishing Families Association invites the community to the annual Blessing of the Fleet and Memorial Service, a time-honored tradition honoring the men and women of Charleston’s fishing industry who have passed. The event will take place at 10:00 AM on Monday, May 25, 2026, at the Charleston Fishermen's Memorial Garden, located near the launch ramp at the Charleston Marina.

This important gathering serves as a moment to reflect on the lives and sacrifices of those who dedicated themselves to the sea. Families, friends, and community members are encouraged to join in paying tribute to those lost at sea and those who spent their lives working in Charleston’s fishing industry.  We will honor all U. S Military Veterans, and the United States Coast Guard Honor Guard will present the Colors.

Following the ceremony, attendees are invited to gather for coffee and cake at the Charleston Fishing Families office, located across from the Coast Guard Station on Crossline Road.

Honoring Loved Ones on the Memorial

The Charleston Fishermen’s Memorial Committee names to be included on the memorial plaques: Names in Memory: Bruce Frederick Anderson, Bruce A. Brubee, Donald E. Drumm, Jeff Fletcher, Michael Hague, Scott ‘Bunky’ Huckabay, Myron A. Kragnes, Rick Edward Miller, Dan ‘Curley’ Mills, Kay Ellen Pace, Danny Eugene Perez, Wade Patrick Taylor.  Names in Fishing Industry: Thomas Charles Burcell, Fred Hight, Elva M. Warnock.  None lost at Sea from Charleston this year.

Media Contact:
Margery Whitmer
Email: margerybwhitmer@gmail.com
Phone: (541) 297-2095

Charleston Fishing Families
Email: charlestonfishingfamilies@gmail.com

Applications:
Applications are available online at Charleston Marina or in person at the Charleston Marina Office, 63534 Kingfisher Road, Charleston, OR.

Donations:
Tax-deductible donations may be made to Charleston Fishing Families, P.O. Box 5882, Charleston, OR 97420.