Visalia California

Biographical Sketch of Frank O’Neill

Frank O’Neill, a prominent farmer and stockman in Malheur County, was born on May 10, 1846, in County Antrim, Ireland. After working in Scotland and Liverpool, he immigrated to the United States in 1870, eventually settling in California. O’Neill married Mary Mullary in 1875, later relocating to Malheur County in 1881. After her death, he married Anna Jackson in 1886. O’Neill cultivated a successful ranch on lower Willow Creek and was well-respected in his community for his integrity and dedication to local advancement.

Peterson, Harry Leo – Obituary

Harry Leo Peterson, 73, of La Grande, Oregon, passed away on May 28 at St. Mary Medical Center in Walla Walla. Born on February 17, 1933, in Mountain Grove, Missouri, he attended school in Visalia, California, and later studied electronics in Los Angeles. Married to Mary Ford in 1957, he worked in television electronics and as a supervisor at USA Petroleum Corp. Peterson was active in the Church of Christ and enjoyed creating tricycles. He is survived by his wife, children, three sisters, and five grandchildren. No services will be held.

Babb, Susan Mary Findley – Obituary

Susan M. Babb, a longtime resident of Visalia, passed away on January 6, 1992, at the age of 97. Born and raised in Macomb, Missouri, she married Harrison Babb in 1912 and moved to California in 1929, eventually settling in Visalia in 1957. A homemaker, she is survived by two sons, two daughters, and numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Services will be held at Hadley Funeral Chapel, followed by burial at Exeter District Cemetery.

Babb, Harrison McKinley – Obituary

Harrison McKinley Babb, 68, originally from Macomb, MO, passed away on April 19, 1959, in a Visalia hospital. A retired dairy rancher, he lived in Exeter and Tulare before settling in Visalia nine years ago. He is survived by his wife, Mary Susan, two sons, an adopted son, three daughters, three brothers, two sisters, and 16 grandchildren. Funeral services are scheduled for Wednesday at Hadley Funeral Chapel in Exeter, followed by burial at Exeter Cemetery.

Loverin, Wesley Ernest – Obituary

Wesley Ernest Loverin, 86, of Hereford, Oregon, passed away on October 31, 2002. Born on July 4, 1916, in Visalia, California, he grew up in Three Rivers, where he contributed to his family’s pack station. A decorated World War II veteran and pilot, he graduated with a degree in agriculture from Fresno State in 1952, later becoming a dedicated rancher. Loverin was passionate about flying and enjoyed outdoor activities with his family, including herding cattle and hunting. He is survived by his wife, children, and grandchildren.