Troy Oregon

Purinton, Louise – Obituary

Louise Alice Purinton, aged 87, passed away on December 20, 2001, in Newberg. Born on February 19, 1914, in Troy, she was one of nine siblings. Louise married Dwight Warren Purinton in 1930, worked as a Licensed Practical Nurse, and moved to Newberg in 1986. A devoted member of the Assembly Of God Church, she enjoyed writing poetry and cherished the time spent with her family. She is survived by her brother Richard Cooper and numerous nieces and nephews. Services took place in Newberg and Lostine.

Renfrow, Earl J. – Obituary

Earl Jackson Renfrow, a lifelong rancher and member of the Modesto Advent Christian Church, passed away at 77 after a period of declining health. Services were held on July 7 at Salas Brothers Funeral Chapel in Modesto, with burial at Lakewood Memorial Park. Born in Troy, Oregon, he was the son of early pioneers Edward and Mary Renfrow. He is survived by his wife, Grace, their children, and several siblings. Renfrow was a member of Standley Lodge 113, AFAM in Wallowa, Oregon.

Smith, Eli – Obituary

Eli Smith, a pioneering resident of the Grouse country, passed away at his home in Troy at the age of 72. He faced personal hardships, including the tragic death of his first wife on their homestead and the loss of a son, Oscar, in Idaho. Following an accident that claimed his second wife, he moved in with his daughter in Portland before returning to Idaho. Mr. Smith is remembered as a devoted neighbor, husband, and father, leaving behind three daughters, two sons, grandchildren, and many friends.

Reynolds, Joe – Obituary

Joe Reynolds, a dedicated farmer from Grouse Flats, Oregon, passed away from leukemia on September 1, 1992, at the age of 67. Born on April 13, 1925, in Walla Walla, Washington, he moved to Grouse Flats in 1937 and worked with the U.S. Forest Service while also logging and farming. He married Coralie Woodward in 1947 and enjoyed outdoor activities like fishing and horseback riding. He is survived by his wife, four children, eight grandchildren, and three great-grandchildren. Graveside services took place at Bartlett Union Cemetery.

Hester, Ray C. – Obituary

Ray C. Hester, a stock raiser in Troy, Oregon, from 1918, passed away in Pendleton after a brief illness. Born in Emmetsburg, Iowa, 54 years prior, he relocated with his family to Lewiston, Idaho, in 1904. Following his time in Troy, he became the assistant cashier at the First National Bank of Portland in Pendleton. He is survived by his wife, a son, a daughter, a brother, and a sister.

Finley, Henry L. – Obituary

Henry L. Finley, an early settler of Wallowa County, Oregon, passed away on Monday at St. Mary’s Hospital in Walla Walla, Washington. Born on May 11, 1873, in Kentucky, he and his wife, Lula, moved to Oregon in 1910, establishing their family across several towns. Funeral services were held at the Milton Christian Church, with burial in the 100F cemetery. Finley is survived by his widow, three sons, three daughters, eight grandchildren, and ten great-grandchildren.

Shafer, Willard – Obituary

Willard Shafer, a fifteen-year-old resident of Troy, Oregon, passed away from heart failure at his home on Wednesday morning. The community extends heartfelt condolences to his grieving parents during this difficult time.

Wilson, Max A. – Obituary

Max Albert Wilson, born on July 21, 1920, in Troy, Oregon, passed away on February 8, 1941, at St. Joseph Hospital in La Grande following a ruptured appendix and subsequent pneumonia. Wilson had recently graduated from Enterprise High School and was working on his family’s ranch. His sudden illness began weeks prior, resulting in a difficult trip to the hospital. Survived by his parents and brother, his funeral service, attended by many friends despite challenging travel conditions, was held at Booth Chapel.

Goebel, Mildred Boston – Obituary

Mrs. Charles (Mildred) Goebel passed away unexpectedly on March 31, 1926, at the age of 21, while recovering from an appendectomy at Wallowa Hospital. Despite initially showing signs of recovery, she experienced a sudden health decline while preparing to return home. Mildred, originally from Troy, Oregon, was married to Charles Goebel in 1923 and is survived by her husband, parents, siblings, and numerous friends. Her funeral was held at the M. E. church, followed by interment at Wallowa Cemetery.

Hoyt, Emma M. – Obituary

Emma Mary (Payne) Hoyt, 89, of Union, passed away on June 12 at a care center in La Grande. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. on June 21 at Union Cemetery, led by Pastor Dan Morrison. Born on April 1, 1919, in Wallowa County, Emma married Franklin Hoyt in 1937 and raised five children while managing the family farm. Renowned for her cooking and generosity, she actively supported her community through foster care and gardening. Emma is survived by her husband and children, along with numerous grandchildren and relatives.

Kingston, Carol Rae Westerlund Mrs. – Obituary

Carol Rae Kingston, 61, formerly of Baker City, passed away on August 25, 2003, in Ellensburg, Washington. Born on May 1, 1942, to Esther Mae and John Harold Westerlund, she graduated from Baker High School in 1960 and served in the U.S. Army. Carol worked at Marvin Wood Products until 2000 and recently retired to Troy. An avid outdoorswoman, she enjoyed fishing, bowling, and was a member of the Eagles Lodge. She is survived by her husband, children, grandchildren, and family.