Malheur County OR

Langlitz, Judy – Obituary

Judy Langlitz, aged 56, passed away on May 19, 2007, in Enterprise. Born on October 22, 1950, in Ontario, she was a devoted mother and grandmother, known as Grandma Judy. An active member of the Blue Mountain Old Time Fiddlers Association, she shared her passion for the Oregon mountains with family and friends. Preceded in death by her father, daughter, and grandson, she is survived by her mother, brother, son, daughter, and several grandchildren. Donations may be made to the Blue Mountain Old Time Fiddlers Association.

Curtis, Emma Irene – Obituary

Emma Irene Curtis, aged 95, passed away on June 4, 2007, in Ontario Care Center. Born on December 28, 1911, in Lenox, Iowa, she married Paul Wayne Curtis in 1935. The couple moved to Richland, Washington, in 1943 and later to Enterprise, Oregon, where they operated a Radio and TV repair shop. Active in community and church life, they relocated to Milton-Freewater in 1962. After retiring to Umatilla, she lived with her oldest son in Vale. Emma is survived by her three sons, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and six sisters.

Langlitz, Judy – Obituary

Judy Langlitz of Enterprise, Oregon, passed away on May 19, 2007, at the age of 56. Born on October 22, 1950, in Ontario, she was a devoted mother and grandmother, known as “Grandma Judy.” Active in the Blue Mountain Old Time Fiddlers Association, she shared her passion for the Oregon mountains with loved ones. She is survived by her mother, brother, children, and several grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her father, daughter, and grandson. Services are pending, and donations can be made to the Fiddlers Association.

Courtnay, Phyllis – Obituary

Phyllis Anne Courtnay, a resident of Wallowa County, passed away at 74 on January 29, 2007. Born on September 10, 1932, in Adrian, she graduated high school in 1950 and married Clinton Courtnay in 1953. They raised four children while managing various ventures, including a sheep ranch. Following Clinton’s death in 1989, Phyllis returned to Wallowa County, dedicating her later years to caregiving. She was active in her church and missionary work. Phyllis is survived by her children, grandchildren, and siblings.

Belknap, Florence – Obituary

Florence Belknap, aged 88, passed away on December 5, 1978, at Valley View Manor in Cove, Oregon. Born on July 4, 1890, in Hamilton, North Dakota, she moved to Nyssa in 1900 and graduated from Monmouth College in 1914. Florence taught school in several Oregon communities and was married twice, first to Edward D. Jasper and later to Maynard M. Belknap. She was active in the First United Presbyterian Church and leaves behind a large family. Services will be held Saturday at 11 a.m. at her church.

Conklin, Eugene – Obituary

Eugene B. Conklin passed away in a Portland hospital from a heart attack after recently exhibiting in Malheur County. Born in Ohio in 1865, he moved to Oregon in 1888, where he had a notable career in education, teaching in several locations and later serving as a school superintendent in Ontario. He transitioned to the insurance business after a period of farming. He is survived by his widow, four children, and three brothers. Funeral services are scheduled for Saturday in Ontario.

Conklin, E. B. Mrs. – Obituary

Mrs. E. B. (Estella) Conklin, a former primary school teacher in Ontario for 14 years and widow of the first school superintendent, passed away at her daughter’s home in Garden Home, Oregon. Born on May 22, 1871, in Cove, Oregon, she graduated from Monmouth Normal School in 1895 and married Eugene B. Conklin in 1896. Her funeral was held at Peterson’s funeral home, with burial in Ontario cemetery, where the Order of the Eastern Star held final rites. She is survived by two daughters and two sons.

Clark, Emma Mrs. – Obituary

Emma Clark, aged 57, passed away on January 21, 1926, in Nyssa, Oregon. Born on March 18, 1868, in Fairview, Minnesota, she moved to Union in 1884, dedicating nearly 40 years to teaching. A respected educator and active member of the Methodist Episcopal Church, Emma was also involved in the G. R. V. Chapter O.E.S. No. 49. She is survived by three brothers and a nephew. Her funeral was held at the Methodist church in Union, where she was interred beside her parents.

Clark, Emma (Bedwell) Mrs. – Obituary

Emma Clark, formerly Emma Bidwell, passed away unexpectedly on January 21, 1926, in Nyssa, Idaho, after appearing in good health that morning. She was the sister of Frank, Homer, and Chet Bidwell and had spent much of her life in North Powder, where she taught in local schools. Her funeral was held on January 30 at the Methodist church in Union, with the Order of the Eastern Star participating in the services. She was laid to rest in Union cemetery.

Foster, (Son) – Obituary

A tragic event unfolded when a 7-year-old boy, sent to live with his grandmother in Ontario, went missing while playing with friends in Idaho. Despite a search effort, his body was only discovered the following morning after one friend revealed he had drowned under the ice of an irrigation ditch. His parents, H.B. and Mrs. Foster, were met by the community’s sympathy during the funeral services held in Union, officiated by Rev. G.M. Irwin.

Evans, John Mrs. – Obituary

Mrs. John Evans suddenly collapsed and died from apparent heart failure while in the huckleberry fields near Wolf Creek on Friday. Mr. Evans, separated from the group, discovered her after hearing no response to his calls. R. E. Haines’s family assisted in bringing Mr. Evans and the family to Mr. Hart’s place near Warm Springs, while Joe Maharry transported Mrs. Evans’s remains. This tragic incident occurred on August 18, 1917, as reported by North Powder News.

Jacobson, Ruth – Obituary

Ruth Watkins Jacobson, born in La Grande in 1902, passed away on December 24 after a brief illness and unsuccessful surgeries. A respected member of her community, she married Oscar Jacobson Jr. in 1920. Ruth is survived by her husband, father, two sisters, and five brothers, while her mother, sister, and brother predeceased her. Funeral services took place on December 28 at the M.E. church, with interment at North Powder cemetery.

Sinclair, Antoinette C. Blais Mrs. – Obituary

Antoinette C. Blais Sinclair, 89, passed away on February 1, 2005, in Redmond, Oregon. Born on December 28, 1915, in Eugene, she moved to Clover Creek in 1921. Antoinette graduated from St. Francis Academy in 1932 and Southern Oregon State Normal School in 1936, later teaching in various schools until her retirement in 1974. She married Randall P. Sinclair on January 28, 1952. Antoinette is survived by her brother, stepdaughter, nephew, and niece. She was preceded in death by her husband and stepson.

Dodson, Violet Louise Parker Mrs. – Obituary

Violet Louise Parker Dodson, 101, of North Powder, Oregon, passed away on July 21, 2005. Born on January 30, 1904, she was a pioneer spirit influenced by her father’s forestry legacy. After graduating from North Powder School, she pursued a teaching career, meeting her husband Harold along the way. Together, they farmed in Powder Valley before retiring in 1971. A passionate community member and educator, she cherished family, the outdoors, and creative pursuits. Mrs. Dodson is survived by her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.

Muntjewerff, Francess Annie – Obituary

Frances Annie Muntjewerff, 91, of La Grande, passed away on July 6, 2006. A viewing at Loveland Funeral Chapel precedes a celebration of life on July 11. Born on December 7, 1914, she married Gerrit Muntjewerff in 1934. The family operated a lumber yard in Joseph before moving to La Grande in 1969, where she was active in her church. She is survived by her daughter, four grandchildren, and five great-grandchildren. Memorials may be directed to local hospice services.

Kirk V. McShane – Obituary

Kirk V. McShane, aged 52, passed away on June 29 in Portland. Born on January 30, 1954, in Ontario, he graduated from La Grande High School and later from Portland State University. McShane worked as a distribution manager at Graybar Electric after a career in music retail. He married Denise P. Belanger in 1984. He is survived by his wife, mother, siblings, and other relatives. A memorial service was held on July 5, and donations can be made in his memory to a cancer research institute.

Bruch, Georgeanna Marie – Obituary

Georgeanna Marie Bruch, 89, formerly of La Grande, passed away on August 4 in Hillsboro. Born on November 19, 1916, she graduated from St. Lukes School of Nursing in 1940 and married Robert H. Bruch in 1943. A dedicated nurse, she retired as assistant supervisor of surgery and volunteered in various community organizations. She is survived by her husband, children, grandchildren, and a brother. A private burial will take place at Fir Lawn Cemetery, with arrangements handled by Fir Lawn Mortuary.

Evins, Dale Erwin – Obituary

Dale Erwin Evins, 52, of La Grande, passed away on July 30 at Grande Ronde Hospital. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at Lighthouse United Pentecostal Church. Born on August 18, 1953, in Ontario, he served in the Navy during the Vietnam War and played baseball in the San Diego Padres organization. He recorded music in California and was married to Cyndi Habiger. He is survived by his wife, three children, and several siblings.

Lee, Michelle Joeline – Obituary

Michelle Joeline Lee, 36, of Ontario and formerly of Union, passed away in her sleep on September 4. She is survived by her husband Troy Duane Lee and their three children, along with two sisters, a brother, her parents Minnie and Chuck Shuman, and father-in-law Gordon Lee. Arrangements are being handled by Haren-Wood Funeral Home, with a memorial gathering forthcoming.

Diaz, Amelia Garcia – Obituary

Amelia Garcia Diaz, 80, of Ontario and formerly of La Grande, passed away on August 19. A viewing will be held Thursday at Loveland Funeral Chapel, followed by a Rosary and a Resurrection Mass on Friday at Our Lady of the Valley Catholic Church, with burial at Hillcrest East Cemetery. Born on September 29, 1925, in Texas, she was a dedicated community member, the first president of the Hispanic PTA in Nyssa, and an avid seamstress. She is survived by her children and siblings.