Elgin Oregon

Sommer, D. Mrs. – Obituary

Elgin, Union County, Oregon A Pioneer Gone Mrs. D. Sommer, a Respected and Pioneer Lady Died at Her Home in Elgin on November the 28th. Rachael, the beloved wife of D. Sommer, died at her home in this city Tuesday morning, November 28, 1905. The fatal illness lasted only a few days. Her death was a sad blow to her family and to her many friends, and her loss is felt by all who knew her. Rachael Wertheimer was born in Bodeschweeir, Germany, on the 6th day of October, 1852, and was 52 years, 1 month and 22 days old. … Read more

Carlson, Faye Arlene Kirkland Mrs. – Obituary

Faye Arlene Carlson, 67, of Elgin, a former Baker City resident, died June 23, 2002, at her home. There will be a Celebration of Life service for Mrs. Carlson at 2 p.m. Thursday at the Elgin Stampede Hall. Interment will be at the Elgin Cemetery. Mrs. Carlson was born on Dec. 3, 1934, at Baker City to George and Maxine Ruby Erwin Kirkland. She was a 1952 graduate of Union High School. She married Jim Evans in 1955. She lived most of her life at Elgin and was a member of the Elgin Stampeders. She married Frederick G. Carlson in … Read more

Obituary of Lester E. Hammack

Jamison, Oregon—Lester E. Hammack 89, of Jamison, died July 13,1989, in a Vale nursing home. Services will be at 10:30 a.m. Monday at the First Christian Church in Vale, Rev. Paul Ratzlaff officiating. Internment will follow at Valley View Cemetery in Vale, under the direction of Lienkaemper Chapel of Vale. He was born June 12, 1900 in Lostine, Oregon, the son of John L. and Alice Bohannon Hammack. He moved with his parents and lived in Elgin, Echo and Milton-Freewater, Oregon before moving to Cow Valley in 1918. He moved to Jamison in 1920 where he ranched and farmed. He … Read more

Stultz, George – Obituary

Died in this city, Feb. 14th, 1903, George Stultz. Deceased was born in September 1811, consequently would have been 92 years old next birthday. Funeral services were held here Saturday afternoon and the body was taken to Island City for interment Sunday. Elgin Recorder Friday February 20, 1903

Oberteuffer, William Healey – Obituary

Island City, Oregon William Healey Oberteuffer William Healey Oberteuffer, 86, known as “Bill Obie,” died in his home in Island City Sept. 24. A memorial service in Portland will take place at 2 p.m. Nov. 1 at the Tryon Farm, followed by refreshments. A memorial service in the La Grande area will take place at noon Nov. 4 at the Summerville Pine Grove Grange, followed by a potluck. Remembrances can be sent to the Union County Extension Service for the Oberteuffer research and education forest. Donations can be sent to the Loveland Funeral Chapel, 1508 Fourth St., La Grande. Mr. … Read more

Gibbons, Frank – Obituary

The following was clipped from the Pasadena News, of January 23. Frank C. Gibbons died early this morning at his home on the corner of Lincoln avenue and Russel street. he was 25 years of age and a member of both the Knights of Pythias and United Workman lodges. His daeth is a particularly sad one, since late last night his only child, a little son, died also, leaving the young widow alone and childless. The baby, Maurice Francis Gibbons, was eight and a half months old. The funeral services for both will be held at the home tomorrow morning … Read more

Hawkins, Grace Irene – Obituary

Elgin, Union County, Oregon Killed in Auto Wreck Mrs. Grace Irene Hawkins, well-known former resident of Elgin, was fatally injured Friday last when a car driven by her daughter, La Vena Hawkins, 18 years old, left the highway near Pendleton, throwing Mrs. Hawkins out and fracturing her skull. The injured woman was rushed to St. Anthony hospital at Pendleton, where she remained in a comatose state until 3:30 o’clock, July 4, when she passed away. -Elgin Recorder. Oregon Trail Weekly North Powder News Saturday, July 11, 1928

Graham, Harlan – Obituary

Funeral Services For Harlan Graham Held Here Monday. Funeral services for Harlan L. Graham, life-long resident of Elgin, were held from the Elgin Nazarene Church Monday, March 1, at 2:00 p.m. Mr. Graham died February 26 at the age of 80 years, following an extended illness. Rev. Leonard Gallivan officiated at the last rites, with the arrangements under the direction of the Daniels Funeral Home of La Grande. Mrs. Dorothy Gallivan, accompanied by Mrs. Mable Bendshalder at the organ sang three songs, In the Garden, Beautiful Isle of Somewhere, and Till we Meet Again. Pallbearers were Orville Wayt, Jack trump, … Read more

Steel, R. M. – Obituary

Expired at His Michigan Home at 10 O’clock Tuesday Morning A telegram announcing the death of Robert M. Steel at his house in St. Johns, Michgan, at 10 o’clock that forenoon, was received by William Steel, brother of the deceased at Hilgard Tuesday. Although Mr. Steel’s death was not unexpected, the news of his demise is a shock to his many friends in this section, and during the day a number of telegrams of condolence was forwarded to Mrs. Steel. R.M. Steel is well known throughout Eastern Oregon where he has been interested in many extensive busines enterprises during the … Read more

Boly, Jemimah, Mrs. – Obituary

Elgin, Oregon Death Of Grandma Boly Mrs. Jemimah Boly, one of the aged pioneer settlers of this section, died at her home on the Flat, Sunday morning at 7 o’clock. She was born in Missouri in 1818, and in company with her husband and children emigrated to the Pacific coast at an early day. She was the mother of 12 children, only four of whom survive her. She had been a conscientious member of the Christian church for many years, and the funeral services were conducted by Rev. Benton, pastor of the Christian church here. She was laid to rest … Read more

Williams, Stephen Ray – Obituary

Wallowa, Oregon Stephen Ray Williams Stephen Ray Williams of Elgin, 26, died at the University of Oregon Hospital in Portland on Saturday July 12, 1980, of injuries he received in a one-car accident just west of Enterprise on July 4. He was a resident of Wallowa most of his life. He was born in La Grande on July 28, 1953, the son of Fred and Myrtle Williams. In 1957, he moved with his family to Wallowa, where he lived until approximately seven years ago. On August 31, 1973, he was married to Linda Cameron in Elgin. He was a log … Read more

Grandin, John – Obituary

Word was received from Salem Wednesday morning that John Grandin had died in that city Tuesday evening. He had resided in Elgin for several years, but owing to ill health had been in Salem the past several months. Deceased was born February 13, 1864, died January 11, 1904, aged 39 years, 10 months and 28 days. He leaves a wife and child and a father and mother of this city to mourn his loss. The remains arrived on yesterday’s train from Salem and the funeral services will be held at the family residence today at 1 o’clock. Elgin Recorder Friday … Read more

O’Neil, Annie Beddes – Obituary

Annie Beddes O’Neil, 91, of Junction City and formerly of La Grande, died March 13 of age-related causes. A graveside service will begin at 1 p.m. Monday at Lane Memorial Gardens in Eugene. Burial will follow. A visitation will precede from 10 a.m. to noon at Lane Memorial Funeral Home. She was born in Elgin on July 25, 1916, to Joseph and Eliza Eleanor (Ricks) Beddes and raised in the area before moving away in the early 1950s. Annie was married to Glade Hards O’Neil on June 2, 1934, in La Grande and in a temple marriage in Salt Lake … Read more

Thompson, Mary R. – Obituary

Death of “Grandma” Thompson The death of Mary R. Thompson, commonly called Grandma Thompson, occurred in this city Monday, January 11,1904. She had been a resident of this section for many years and was loved and respected by everybody. Deceased was born in the state of Vermont, August 16, 1816, and died January 11, 1904, aged 87 years, 4 months and 25 days. In early childhood she removed with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Ashley Alford, to Clinton county, N. Y. At the age of 18, she was married to Peter Bisconer, who was accidentally killed by a tree falling … Read more

Hollingsworth, Lee Ray – Obituary

Elgin, Oregon Lee Ray Hollingsworth, 66, of Elgin, died Jan. 28 at Grande Ronde Hospital. A memorial service will begin at 2 p.m. Saturday at the Jehovah Witness Kingdom Hall, 1511 26th St., La Grande. A dinner will follow at the Elgin Stampede Hall. Loveland Funeral Chapel and Crematory is in charge of arrangements. Lee was born May 18, 1942, to Raymond and Leora (Payne) Hollingsworth in La Grande. He graduated from Elgin High School in 1960. He worked for Boeing Aircraft and the railroad but worked most of his life at Boise Cascade where he retired in 2000. He … Read more

Stevenson, Hallie Myrtle Graham Mrs. – Obituary

Elgin, Union County, Oregon Hallie Myrtle Stevenson, 99, 4000 Cedar St., an Elgin native who would have been 100 years old next week, died Sunday, August 15, 1982, at Cedar Manor Nursing Home. Her graveside funeral will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the Elgin Cemetery in Elgin. Pastor Ralph Holcomb of the First Christian Church will officiate. Mrs. Stevenson was born August 24, 1882, in Elgin to Daniel and Elizabeth Graham. She was the first white child born in Elgin after it was incorporated. Her father was a blacksmith in Elgin for many years. She married George English Stevenson … Read more

Smith, Henrietta Esther – Obituary

Henrietta Esther Smith, 99, of Elgin, died Wednesday, May 6, at her home. A service will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday at the Elgin United Methodist Church with Pastor Jerry Peters officiating. Committal and vault interment will follow at the Elgin Cemetery. Friends may call at Daniels Valley Funeral Chapel Friday afternoon and evening. Mrs. Smith was born on February 25, 1893, in Jackson, Minn., the fifth of eight children to William Henry and Louisa (Brandt) Cruikshank. In 1902, she moved with her family to a farm 20 miles from Elgin. In 1911 she married Ira Smith and they … Read more

Crawford, June M. – Obituary

La Grande, Oregon June M. Gerry Crawford, 86, of La Grande, died June 11 at her home. A celebration of life service will begin at 11 a.m. Monday at Daniels-Knopp Funeral, Cremation and Life Celebration Center. A full obituary will be available later. La Grande Observer – June 12, 2008 ________________________________________ June M. Gerry-Crawford, 86, of La Grande, died peacefully June 11 at her home after a long illness. A celebration of life service will begin at 11 a.m. Monday at Daniels-Knopp Funeral, Cremation and Life Celebration Center with Doug Edmonds, minister of the La Grande Church of Christ, officiating. … Read more

Hug, Glen – Obituary

Many Attend Last Rites Of Late Glen Hug Friends and relatives from every neighborhood of the Elgin district and from many districts in Union county were present at the Christian church in Elgin at 2:30 Sunday afternoon to honor and pay a tribute of respect to the late Glenn Hug, who passed from this mortal life at Grande Ronde Hospital, early Thursday morning, September 24, 1942. Having been born near Elgin and having spent his entire life here, as well as being a member of one of the largest families in Union county, the attendance at the funeral services, and … Read more

Kennedy, Mordecal – Obituary

On Friday last, Mayor Kennedy received the sad news from Monmouth, Polk county, that his father, Mordecal Kennedy, had died after a short illness. Mayor Kennedy was absent when the telegram announcing the serious illness of his father reached here, and on returning home from Elgin, telegraphed to ascertain his condition. The answer came conveying the sad news of the death of the stricken man. Deceased was an old resident of Oregon, coming here in 1853 and for many years resided in Salem and was 63 of age at the time of his death. He leaves an aged wife and … Read more