Baker County OR

Bergman, Rachel D. – Obituary

Rachel D. Bergman, 8, of Glendale, a former Baker City resident, died Nov. 15, 2000, from injuries sustained in a car accident near Canyonville. Her funeral was Wednesday at the Mountain View Memorial Chapel at Myrtle Creek. Pastor Dan Jocoy officiated. Burial was at the Canyonville Masonic Cemetery. Rachel was born on Dec. 28, 1991, at Roseburg to Tammy Bergman. She was a third-grader at Glendale Elementary School. She was a happy, pleasant-natured little girl. She loved playing dress up with her Barbie dolls and also loved to fashion clothes for them from paper. She was very creative and enjoyed … Read more

Culley, Vivian L. Bacus Mrs. – Obituary

Baker City, Oregon Vivian L. Culley, 75, a resident of Baker City, died Dec. 8, 2002, at St. Elizabeth Health Services. A family memorial service will be held at a later date. Mrs. Culley was born April 24, 1927, in New Plymouth, Idaho, a daughter of Harvey W. and Clarissa Lenore Lakey Bacus. She was raised and educated in the Baker and Haines area, graduating from Haines High School. She enjoyed driving around the Baker Valley looking at animals, and also enjoyed making latch hook rugs. She is survived by six children, 13 grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren, two nephews and three … Read more

Vandenbos, Arlo Ledell “Van” – Obituary

Baker City, Baker County, Oregon Arlo Ledell “Van” Vandenbos, 70, of Gresham, a former Baker City resident, died Jan. 1, 2003. Born June 8, 1932, on the Rose Bud Sioux Indian Reservation in South Dakota, his parents were farmers who later moved their family to Valentine, Neb., where Van was raised with his three brothers and two sisters. After high school graduation, he enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps. He was honorably discharged at the rank of sergeant. Much of his four years of service was spent at Adak, Alaska, during the Korean War. A tough Marine, he was especially … Read more

Youngman, Barbara J. Woodbeck Mrs. – Obituary

Baker City, Oregon Barbara J. Youngman, 80, a longtime Pendleton resident, died Sept. 6, 2001, at St. Elizabeth Care Center in Baker City surrounded by her family. There was a private memorial service for her immediate family Saturday at the First Lutheran Church in Baker City. Pastor Dennis Hickman officiated. Disposition was by cremation at Gray’s West & Co. Pioneer Crematory. Interment will be with her family in Vancouver, Wash. Mrs. Youngman was born on Jan. 15, 1921, to Henry and Jennie Woodbeck. She was raised at Vancouver, Wash. She married Walter J. Youngman on March 16, 1940. She made … Read more

Crookston, Marvel June – Obituary

Marvel June Crookston, 80, died at her home in Halfway, on Sunday, Jan. 2, 2005. Her funeral will be held on Saturday, Jan. 8, 11 a.m. in Provo, Utah. Interment will be in Salt Lake City Cemetery in Salt Lake City, Utah. A full obituary will follow next week. Those wishing to make a memorial contribution in memory of Marvel may do so to the Granite Peaks Assisted Living Facility through Tami’s Pine Valley Funeral Home, P.O. Box 543, Halfway, OR 97834. Used with permission from: The Record Courier, Baker City, Oregon, January, 2005 Transcribed by: Belva Ticknor

Bowerman, Rex – Obituary

Horse Stumbles Rider Is Killed Rex Bowerman, of Halfway, was killed when thrown from his horse on the hill trail between Halfway and Richland Sunday sometime after 10 o’clock. Mr. Bowerman after visiting his sister, Mrs. Donald Sullivan in Richland left for home about 10 o’clock. It is believed the rider’s foot caught in the stirrup when his horse stumbled and was dragged approximately half a mile. The body was found by James Chandler and Del Taylor. They notified Mr. Bowerman’s parents. The dead man is survived by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Bowerman, two brothers, Jesse and Floyd … Read more

Webb, Lee Stanley – Obituary

Killed in Collision Blinding Dust is Cause of Crash near Ontario Lee Stanley Webb, 19 year-old Baker youth, was killed Thursday afternoon in a construction accident 10 miles north of Ontario. Webb, son of Mrs. Billie Webb and stepson of Herman Webb, was a prominent athlete at Baker High School, participating both in football and basketball. He graduated with the Baker High class of 1954. State police accounts of the Thursday accident, which happened at 4:40 p.m., said that Webb was driving a water truck for the Rogers Construction Company, which was engaged in new highway construction north of Ontario. … Read more

Conner, Virginia M. Burby Mrs. – Obituary

Virginia M. Conner, 75, a former Baker City resident, died April 20, 2002, at Portland. Her funeral will be at 10 a.m. Thursday at the Coles Funeral Home, 1950 Place St. Mr. Ernie Collard of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will conduct the service. Interment will be at Pine Haven Cemetery in Halfway. Mrs. Conner was born on May 27, 1926, at Baker City. She was the daughter of Ernest A. and Phoebe Calder Burby. She was raised in Baker City. She married Clifford Conner on St. Patrick’s Day in 1946. They moved to Hermiston in 1950, … Read more

Baxter, Mya Nicole Marie – Obituary

Mya Nicole Marie Baxter, 8, of North Powder, died Dec. 3, 2007, at her home. A Celebration of Life will be held at 10 a.m. Monday, Dec. 10 at the Faith Center, 10300 South D St. in Island City. Loveland Funeral Chapel and Crematory is handling arrangements. Mya was born April 29, 1999, in Portland. Starting out weak in life, she soon became a strong, beautiful little girl. She had many favorite sayings, which made most people smile. Almost always full of joy, she attended Central Elementary School. Giving was one of her best features, as hugs were always plentiful. … Read more

Stewart, Vernon Earl – Obituary

Vernon Earl Stewart, 92, a longtime Haines resident, died Dec. 16, 2007, at Ashley Manor Assisted Living in Baker City. His funeral will be at 1 p.m. Thursday at the Haines United Methodist Church. There will be a reception afterward. Interment will be at the Haines Cemetery. Vernon attended Haines schools, Grades 1-12. He was a 1933 Haines High School graduate. He was a longtime Boy Scout leader with Haines Troop 122, beginning in 1934. Highly decorated for his work with youths, he received one of Boy Scouting’s highest honors, the Silver Beaver award. During World War II, Vernon served … Read more

Weeks, Nancy E. Beason Mrs. – Obituary

Nancy E. Weeks, 77, of Portland, a former Baker City resident, died Nov. 16, 2001, at a Portland care home. Her memorial service will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday at Peace House in Portland. Mrs. Weeks was born on Sept. 8, 1924, at Portland to Walter and Nan Beason. As a child, she moved with her family to Baker City where she was raised and educated. She was a 1942 Baker High School graduate. After graduating, she returned to Portland where she met William G. Weeks. Mr. Weeks was honorably discharged from the military after serving in World World II. … Read more

Hull, James Freeman – Obituary

Baker City, Oregon James Freeman Hull, 58, of Baker City, died Dec. 30, 2001, at the Boise Veterans Hospital. Burial was at Willamette National Cemetery in Portland. Jim was born Dec. 12, 1943, in Baker City to Howard and Lillian Hull. He was one of 12 children. He was raised in Baker City and received his education here. He served his country during the Vietnam conflict. He worked for Baker Redi-Mix and Ward Ranches. He loved fishing, mushrooming and all outdoor activities. He was a loving brother and a very giving person who was always thinking of others. Survivors include … Read more

Adamson, Paul Thomas – Obituary

Anchorage resident Paul Thomas Adamson, 91, died Nov. 25, 2005, at his home of natural causes. A memorial service will be at 5 p.m. Dec. 1 at Kehl’s Forest Lawn Chapel. The Rev. Voss will officiate. Flowers are welcome. Mr. Adamson was born Feb. 27, 1914, in Scranton, Iowa. He moved to Anchorage in 1972 and worked as a Teamster for Matanuska Maid. He retired in 1978. After retirement he moved to Milton – Freewater, Ore., until 2002, when he returned to Anchorage. Mr. Adamson enjoyed reading, crossword puzzles, fishing, farming and raising livestock. He was a member of the … Read more

Hammond, Garold Raymond “Gary” – Obituary

Garold Raymond “Gary” Hammond, 88, of Pendleton, a former longtime Baker High School coach and teacher, died April 26, 2008, at Pendleton. Friends and former students are invited to join the family for a celebration of his life at 1 p.m. May 10 at the Baker Elks Lodge, 1896 Second St. Gary was born on Aug. 28, 1919, at Spaulding, Idaho, to Owen and Hazel Hammond. He attended school at Pierce, Idaho, graduating in 1937. He attended the Lewiston State Normal School (now Lewis-Clark College) at Lewiston, Idaho. Upon graduation, he joined the U.S. Navy. He was honorably discharged in … Read more

Macy, John – Obituary

Baker City, Baker County, Oregon John Macy, 81, a longtime Baker City resident, died Jan. 3, 2003, at St. Elizabeth Health Services. His funeral was today at 2 p.m. at Gray’s West & Company Pioneer Chapel. Pastor Ralph Holcomb of Baker City Christian Church officiated. Vault interment followed at Mount Hope Cemetery. A reception will be held at 5 p.m. today at 413 Washington Ave. Mr. Macy was born Aug. 17, 1921, in Baker City. His parents were Clyde and Elizabeth Macy. He had three older sisters: Gladys, Pauline, and Norma, as well as two younger brothers, Billy and Bobby. … Read more

Newell, Darlene Young Mrs. – Obituary

Haines, Oregon Darlene Newell, 68, of Haines, a former Halfway resident, died March 13, 2004, at her home. Her memorial service will be scheduled later in Idaho. Darlene was born on June 15, 1935, at Harper, Idaho, to Ben H. and Sara Goff Young. In the winter of 1953, Darlene married Buck Newell in Nevada. They made their home in various locations following Buck’s work in logging and construction. She loved to go and was Buck’s parts person, traveling to various cities getting parts for him. She especially enjoyed living in Idaho and Halfway. She loved to cook and the … Read more

Cornett, J.W. “Bill” – Obituary

Keating, Oregon J.W. “Bill” Cornett, 87, a longtime Keating resident, died April 20, 2003, at St. Elizabeth Health Services. His graveside service was held today at Mount Hope Cemetery. Pastor George Rau of Elkhorn Ministries officiated. Bill was born June 2, 1915, to Joseph Ellis and Evva Rayburn Cornett at Celexico, Calif. He attended various schools throughout California. He started working on a milk delivery route at the age of 8 and at the age of 14 he started driving truck. When he was 16 he obtained his chauffeur’s license. He enjoyed trucking and would regale friends for hours with … Read more

Smolich, Martin – Obituary

Baker city, Oregon Martin Smolich, 77, a Baker City native, died April 21, 2004, at St. Vincent Medical Center in Portland. His funeral will be at 11 a.m. Monday at the Baker Elks Lodge, No. 338, 1896 Second St. Members of the Elks Lodge will perform the ceremony. Vault interment will be at Mount Hope Cemetery. There will be a reception afterward at the lodge. Martin was born on Aug. 15, 1926, at Baker City to George and Mandy Lulich Smolich. He attended St. Francis Academy and worked for the Oregon Lumber Co. for quite a few years. He served … Read more

Cody, Donald Leslie – Obituary

His graveside memorial service will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday at Mount Hope Cemetery. Pastor John Goodyear of Baker Valley Church of Christ will officiate. Afterward, friends are invited to join the family for a Celebration of Life luncheon at the Elks Lodge, No. 338, 1896 Second St. Donald Cody was born on Feb. 26, 1927, at Los Angeles to Ida Goff and Robert Cody. His birthday was the same day as Buffalo Bill Cody, with whom he had quite a resemblance. He was a third cousin to Buffalo Bill. Donald worked on a ranch driving a team of horses … Read more

Stallings, June Mrs. – Obituary

June Stallings, 77, a former Baker City resident, died Oct. 22, 2002, at Blackfoot, Idaho. She was buried at 2 p.m. today at New Plymouth, Idaho. She was born Jan. 5, 1925, at Woodward, Okla. She moved to Idaho with her family when she was 17. June lived at Elkhorn Village from 1988 through 1996. She spent her years caring for her family. She did oil paintings, some of which she sold. Survivors include her son, Wes “Huck” Stallings and his wife, Marge, of Nampa, Idaho; four grandchildren, Heidi Stallings and Megan Lambert of Nampa, Bradi Stallings of Baker City … Read more