Obituary

Brewer, Fern Letha Jordan Anderson – Obituary

Fern L. Brewer, 79, of Greeley, passed away on November 2, 1993, at North Colorado Medical Center. Born on April 21, 1914, in Macon County, Missouri, she moved to Colorado at age 13 and married Emery James Anderson in 1931, who died in 1973. Later she married Harry Brewer in 1978. A dedicated nurse from 1947 to 1970, she was active in local community organizations. She is survived by her children, numerous grandchildren, and siblings. Services are scheduled for Thursday at Adamson Memorial Chapel.

Odell, Mabel Esther Wheelock – Obituary

Mabel E. Odell of Beaverton, mother to Charles and Ralph, passed away, leaving behind three grandchildren and twelve great-grandchildren. In accordance with her wishes, no services will be held, and a private inurnment will take place at Portland Memorial Mausoleum. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Tucker-Maxon School for the Deaf. Arrangements are handled by Portland Memorial Funeral Home. This notice was published in the Oregonian on September 4, 1978.

Daniels, Martha Ann – Obituary

Martha Ann Daniels passed away on March 18, 1972, in Pasco, Washington, after a period of declining health. Born on May 23, 1888, in St. Paul, Arkansas, she moved to Wallowa County at a young age. A member of the Baptist Church, she is survived by her three children, 15 grandchildren, and 40 great-grandchildren. Memorial services were held at Bollman Chapel, with Pastor Robert L. Hocker officiating, and she was interred in Wallowa Cemetery.

Draper, Kelso M.

Kelso Mills Draper, a carpenter and farmer from Wallowa County, passed away unexpectedly on August 26, 1954, at the age of 56. Born near La Grande, he lived in Enterprise for many years before moving to Saint Paul with his wife, Frances Gooding, whom he married in 1929. He is survived by his widow, a daughter in Portland, and his mother and sister from Enterprise. His funeral was held in Saint Paul on August 30, with burial in the same location.

Conley, Mary Eliza Wood Mrs. – Obituary

Mary Eliza Wood Conley, an early settler of the Flora district, passed away on February 26, 1940, at a nursing home in Milton. Born on December 6, 1859, she married Jesse Monroe Conley in 1878 and migrated to Oregon in 1888, where they homesteaded. After farming for 20 years, they settled in Flora until 1926. She is survived by five children. Funeral services were held in Milton, attended by family. Mr. Conley preceded her in death in 1936.

Stubblefield, Jay – Obituary

Jay Stubblefield, the seven-year-old son of Omar J. Stubblefield, passed away on April 14, 1919, due to pneumonia, which followed a bout of influenza the previous fall. His funeral services took place at the Christian church on Monday at 2:30 p.m.

Roop, Charlton French – Obituary

Charlton French Roop, aged 92, passed away on March 7, 1997, at Wallowa Memorial Hospital. Born on July 5, 1904, in Middlepoint, he worked as a lumber grader for Bowman-Hicks and Bates lumber companies in Wallowa. Family members remember him as a kind and gentle man devoted to his family. He is survived by two sisters and several nieces and a nephew. A memorial service is scheduled for Memorial Day weekend.

Twaddell, Lula Stockham – Obituary

Mrs. Lula Addie Twaddell, aged 88, passed away on February 15, 1961, at her daughter’s home in Pasco, Washington. Born in Joplin, Missouri, on August 31, 1872, she journeyed westward at a young age, settling in Paradise, Oregon. She had resided in Pasco for two years prior to her death after moving from Steveston, British Columbia. Lula is survived by three daughters, two sons, and numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was a member of the Methodist Church in Paradise. Funeral arrangements are pending.

Clark, Chauncey – Obituary

Chauncey H. Clark passed away on July 31, 1927, at the age of 78, at his daughter’s home in Union. Born on September 8, 1849, in Peoria, Illinois, he married Harriet Hepner in 1872 and moved to Oregon in 1878. He is survived by two sons and two daughters, with three children predeceasing him. Despite his declining health, Mr. Clark remained active in his son’s plumbing business. His funeral was held on August 3, attended by family and friends, and he was interred alongside his children in Union Cemetery.

Gray, Mary Alma – Obituary

Mary Alma Gray, 89, of Woodburn, formerly of Lower Cove, passed away on January 4 after a prolonged illness. Born on February 3, 1884, in Union County, she was a member of the Baptist Church. Her funeral service is scheduled for January 7 at Dempseys Funeral Chapel, with burial following at Summerville Cemetery. She is survived by two sons, two daughters, a sister, a brother, and numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Eddy, Jennie Webb – Obituary

Jennie Webb Eddy, formerly of Union, Oregon, passed away on September 14 in Yakima, Washington, due to uraemic poisoning. Born on December 23, 1896, in Payson, Utah, she moved to Union at age five and later married Ernest Eddy in 1915. Jennie leaves behind a husband and a five-month-old son, as well as her parents, six brothers, and three sisters. She was a member of the L.D.S. Church and was buried in Union on September 17.

Kiddle, Earl – Obituary

Earl Kiddle, the infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Ed Kiddle, passed away in Union on October 27, 1892, at the age of three months and two weeks. His funeral was held at the family home in North Union, followed by interment in Union Cemetery, where he was lovingly laid to rest.

Millering, Carl Eugene – Obituary

Carl Eugene Millering, aged 94, passed away on April 11, 1990, in La Grande, Oregon. Born on November 2, 1895, he was a longtime resident, graduating from La Grande High School in 1917 and marrying Berdillie Gray in 1918. A World War I veteran, he worked as a partner at Inland Machinery until retirement. Active in several community organizations, Mr. Millering is survived by his wife, daughter, three grandchildren, and other relatives. Funeral services are scheduled for April 14 at Daniels Funeral Chapel.

Kellog, John R. Major – Obituary

Major John R. Kellog, a prominent pioneer of Union County and one of its earliest settlers since 1862, passed away at the age of 74 at his home near La Grande. Born on July 20, 1830, in Oswego County, New York, Kellog was a well-respected community member, actively involved in church and Sunday school activities. His death leaves behind a widow, two adopted children, and a broad network of friends who mourn his loss.

Spencer, Jess W. – Obituary

Jess W. Spencer, a former businessman in Union, passed away on November 19, 1937, in Montesano, Washington. Born on September 23, 1875, he was the son of pioneer parents who settled in the Grande Ronde Valley. Following a varied life that included farming and running a business, he married twice and raised a large family. His funeral at the Methodist Episcopal church in Union featured his six brothers as pallbearers. He is survived by his wife, children, and grandchildren.

Rees, R. R. Major – Obituary

Major Raymond R. Rees passed away recently in Walla Walla, where he was a prominent figure since 1861 and a co-owner of the local newspaper, the Statesman. He was well-regarded in the community and remembered for his modesty, political commitment to the Democratic Party, and philosophical outlook. Rees leaves behind a wife and three children. Described as a genial companion and a gentleman, he was admired for his charitable nature and honorable character.

Robinson, L. Irl – Obituary

L. Irl Robinson, 83, of Salem, passed away on October 6, 1988. Born in Gordon, Texas, he lived in Cove during his childhood and served in the Army as a middleweight boxing champion. He married Iola Childers in 1928 and had a career as an insurance agent. Robinson was actively involved in his community, serving on the board of directors at Capital Manor. He is survived by his son, Don E. The graveside service will be held at Cove Cemetery.

Shelton, Ray – Obituary

Ray Shelton, 63, formerly of Elgin, Oregon, tragically lost his life in a logging accident near Seaside. A native of Elgin, Shelton graduated from high school there. He is survived by his wife, Carlene, their children Sharon Campbell in Germany and John in Seaside, along with his brother Lucian, three sisters, and three grandchildren. Funeral arrangements were pending as of Thursday morning.

Von Winkler, Weimer – Obituary

Weimer Von Winkler, the station agent at Union, passed away on Wednesday morning at Grande Ronde hospital after a brief illness, believed to be typhoid. At the age of 34, he had only worked at Union for about a week before falling ill. Previously, he had been at Bohnenkamp chapel, waiting for direction from his parents in Bellingham, Washington. This information was reported by the La Grande Observer on November 29, 1919.

McDaniel, Clifford Charles

Clifford Charles McDaniel, aged 92, passed away on December 14, 1992, in Elgin, Oregon. A service is planned for December 17 at the Elgin Nazarene Church, officiated by Rev. Marshall Vaughn. Born on February 3, 1900, in Ohio, he married Margaret May McDonald in 1927. McDaniel worked as a lumber grader until his retirement in 1965 and cherished outdoor activities. He is survived by his son, daughters, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. Contributions may be made to the Oregon Heart Association.