Mae Roop Schriver, 95, passed away on February 8, 2008, in Milwaukie, Oregon. Born on June 28, 1912, in Wallowa, she graduated from Wallowa High School and the University of Oregon School of Nursing. Mae married Don Schriver in 1938 and worked as a registered nurse in La Grande and Portland. She was preceded in death by her husband and four siblings and is survived by her daughter, Susan, and several nieces and nephews.
John Austin Sterns, born on March 27, 1914, in Baker, Oregon, passed away on February 21, 1974, in Milwaukie. A pharmacist since 1939 and veteran of World War II, he worked for Hudley-Draper Drug Co. He married June Metcalf in 1945 and had three children. His funeral will take place on February 25, with interment at Willamette National Cemetery. He is survived by his wife, children, and a sister. Contributions may be made to the Oregon Cancer Society.
Roy Rodney Robinson, 62, a former resident of Baker City, Oregon, passed away on May 29, 2004, in Richardson, Texas. Born on February 26, 1942, in Pryor, Oklahoma, he had a career in construction, notably working on significant projects like the Washington Tunnel and the Alaskan Pipeline, before transitioning to electronics and computer technology. He is survived by his wife, mother, siblings, and two sons. A memorial service will be held on Saturday at Coles Funeral Home in Baker City.
Green Arnold, born in 1819 in New York, was a significant pioneer of the region east of the Cascade Mountains. He moved to Michigan before embarking to California in 1850 during the gold rush, later establishing a trading post in Oregon. Arnold’s efforts in trading with local tribes and facilitating peace during tense confrontations were notable. He contributed to the development of the Grande Ronde valley by farming, raising livestock, and building the first sawmill and hotel. Arnold’s legacy is marked by his entrepreneurial spirit and role in early local history.
Captain James J. Crow, born in Lincoln County, Missouri, on April 5, 1842, was a pioneering settler in Oregon and a significant figure in the White River area. His family first attempted the journey to Oregon in 1848 but successfully settled in Oregon City in late 1849. After his father’s death in 1852, Crow made his way to Washington Territory, eventually establishing a successful farm on White River and contributing to the local hop industry. He also operated a steamboat and served as constable for eighteen years, raising thirteen children with his wife, Emma, in their Kent home.
E.D. Stillman, born in New York in 1828, was a skilled mechanic who traveled to Oregon in 1849 as a wheelwright for mounted riflemen. He worked for General Joe Lane, managing the McLoughlin sawmill and witnessing significant events, including the execution of Cayuse Indians. After a decade in the Siskiyou mines, he settled in Milton, Oregon, where he operated a fruit farm while also practicing his trade in Pendleton. His life reflects the dynamic and often tumultuous history of early Oregon settlement.
Dr. George Kellogg, born April 6, 1814, in Canada, was a notable physician and an influential figure in Oregon. After studying under Dr. Curtis in Cincinnati, he established a successful medical practice in Ohio before moving to Oregon in 1851. Known for his innovative herbal remedies and dedication to the needy, he gained widespread respect. Kellogg also significantly contributed to commercial development by opening Yaquina Bay despite facing considerable opposition. He died on April 28, 1886, leaving behind a legacy of compassion and integrity, mourned by many in the community.
Captain Joseph Kellogg, a key figure in the early navigation of the Willamette River, was born on June 24, 1812, to a family with Revolutionary roots. After moving from Ohio to Oregon in 1847, he became a prominent businessman, helping establish the town of Milwaukee and build the first large steam craft in Oregon. Kellogg also played a significant role in the formation of the Peoples Transportation Company and navigated the Tualatin River. Throughout his career, he contributed greatly to Oregon’s development and remains a respected figure in Portland’s history.
Capt. Orrin Kellogg, Jr., born October 16, 1845, in Ohio, moved to Oregon as a child, where he received his education and began a successful career in steamboating. Initially working on the Tualatin River, he later became a prominent figure in the retail business and returned to steamboating in Portland. As vice-president of The Joseph Kellogg Transportation Company, he significantly improved Cowlitz river navigation, facilitating trade and settlement in the area. He was married to Margaret Ellen Westfall and had three children.
Captain Charles H. Kellogg, born on October 1, 1846, in Ohio, became a prominent figure in Oregon’s maritime history after moving to Milwaukee as a child. Educated in local schools and Portland Business College, he began his career under Captain Baughman. Kellogg commanded several steamers, including the Senator and Joseph Kellogg. He notably piloted the first steamer through the Oregon City locks. A respected navigator, he passed away on August 7, 1889, leaving a legacy of skill and leadership in the community. Kellogg had two marriages and two children.
Emil Smolich, 75, of Milwaukie, formerly of Baker City, passed away on May 13, 2006. Born on May 22, 1930, he served in the U.S. Army from 1951 to 1953 and married Kay Phillips in 1967. Emil worked as a truck driver for System 99 until his retirement in 1985. He is survived by his wife, siblings, and numerous nieces and nephews. A private service will be held, and contributions may be made to Clackamas County Dog Control.
Billy L. Miller, 79, formerly of Baker City, passed away on April 2, 2006, in Clackamas. Born on July 27, 1926, he served in the U.S. Navy during World War II and later worked for Smurfit Lumber Co. for two decades. He married Iris M. McKinney in 1947, who predeceased him. The family relocated to Milwaukie in 1970. He is survived by four children, a sister, two brothers, five grandchildren, and four great-grandchildren. Memorial contributions are suggested for the Milwaukie Senior Center.
Emily Jo Martin, 87, of Milwaukie, formerly of Baker City, passed away on February 5, 2002. Born on March 17, 1914, in Texas, she served as a registered nurse for 35 years before retiring in 1983. Active in her community, she was a founding president of the Baker City Nurses Association and a lifelong member of local churches and garden clubs. She is survived by her three children and sisters. The funeral will be held at Gladstone Christian Church.
Elletha M. Dooley, 90, passed away on February 7, 2002, in Baker City, Oregon. Born on August 7, 1911, in Estacada, she moved to Portland and later married Robert Dooley in 1932. They resided in Milwaukie and were active in St. John the Baptist Catholic Church. Elletha loved cooking for her family and enjoyed trips to the beach. She is survived by her three children, seven grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren. Elletha was preceded in death by her husband in 1996.
McCauley Porter, born on November 28, 1829, in Kentucky, became a prominent farmer in Oregon’s Willamette Valley. After moving through Illinois and Missouri, he journeyed to Oregon in 1848 with his brothers, facing hardships but ultimately settling in Benton County. He briefly pursued gold in California before returning to develop a successful farm over the next thirty-five years, expanding his land significantly. Married to Martha Winkle in 1853, they raised five children together, exemplifying the hardworking spirit of early Oregon settlers.
Robert J. McWilliams, born in New York in 1825, was a key figure in Oregon’s early business landscape, primarily in lumbering and steamboat construction. After moving to Michigan, he ventured westward, establishing himself in Milwaukee, Oregon, where he operated sawmills and built the Veranda Hotel. His work included lumber for notable steamboats on the Columbia River. McWilliams also engaged with local Native American tribes and undertook mining expeditions. Later, he contributed to various enterprises in La Grande and Summerville before settling in Elgin, Oregon.
The Reverend James R.W. Sellwood was born on June 21, 1808, in Cornwall, England, and emigrated to America in 1833. He married Elizabeth H. Dawe in 1837 and had five children. Ordained in 1856, he and his family faced peril while traveling to Oregon through Panama due to a violent riot. Arriving in Portland, he worked at St. Paul’s Church in Salem for over nine years and later held various missionary roles until his health declined in his later years.
J.C. Trullinger, a prominent figure in Oregon’s development, has engaged in a wide array of successful enterprises. He owns the West Shore sawmills and significant timberland, along with a tide-land farm that supports his operations. His career began with a perilous journey to Oregon in 1848, leading to various ventures including warehousing and establishing mills. Trullinger’s inventiveness earned him several patents. He has always been active in community development and politics, working alongside his wife, Hanna Boyles, whom he married in 1853.