Wallowa County OR

Hammack, J. W. Mrs. – Obituary

Mrs. J. W. Hammack, one of the best known of Wallowa an Union county pioneers, died at her home at Lostine, Friday night, June 3, 1927 at the age of 84 years, 7 months and 17 days. Sarah Miller was born in Spencer county, Indiana, Oct., 17, 1842. In 1856 she was united in marriage to J. W. Hammack who passed away Oct. 15, 1912. She united with the Christian church when about 19 years of age and remained a faithful member until her death. About ten years ago she had a severe stroke of paralysis, from which she never … Read more

Wood, William H. – Obituary

Lostine, Oregon Pioneer Gone to Rest William H. Wood was born August 26, 1822 in Cattaragus County, New York. When three years old he was taken by his parents to Michigan and in the course of a few years found his way from Michigan to Iowa. From there to Missouri, and from Missouri to California in 1846. About this time there was trouble between U.S. and Mexico, and “Uncle Billy” volunteered in the Federal forces. Mr. Wood was one of the runners who carried the peace terms to the Mexican lines, traveling 190 miles without food or rest, stopping only … Read more

Anderson, Charles “Chuck” – Obituary

Charles “Chuck” Anderson, 57, of Plevna, Mont., a former Baker City resident, died April 30, 2006, at the Fallon Medical Complex in Baker, Mont. His funeral will be at 2 p.m. Monday at the Baker United Methodist Church, 1919 Second St., Pastor Jack Bynum of the church will officiate. Vault interment will be at Mount Hope Cemetery. There was a service today at Peace Lutheran Church at Plevna, Mont. Chuck was born on Aug. 6, 1948, at The Dalles to Eldon James and Roberta May Griffin Anderson. He grew up and attended elementary school and high school at Condon, where … Read more

Allen, James – Obituary

1929-2003 James Burn Allen, 74, formerly of Wallowa, died Sept. 25 in Western Oregon. A graveside gathering will be held Thursday at 5 p.m. at the Lostine Cemetery. Allen was born April 26, 1929, in Wallowa. He spent much of his younger years hunting, fishing and enjoying the outdoors. He worked as a mechanic for 18 years for Herberd Bates in Wallowa, He then worked for Boise Cascade on the road crew. Allen was married to Sally Lathrop from 1949 to 1969 and they had five children. He is survived by his children, Jim Allen, Lostine; Randy Allen, Issaquah, Wash.; … Read more

Twaddell, William C. – Obituary

The funeral of the late Mr. WC Twadell was held on Saturday afternoon, May 22, from the United church, Vermilion, when a large gathering attended to pay their respects to their departed friend and neighbor. The service was conducted by the Rev. L.G Sieber who spoke feelingly of Mr. Twaddell as he had known him on his visits to the home. Interment was made in the Vermllion cemetery. The deceased was born on March 14, 1863 in Murser County, Missouri USA. and moved with his parents to the state of Oregon at the age of two years. On Nov. 18th, … Read more

Sanders, Katherine – Obituary

Enterprise, Wallowa County, Oregon The many friends of Mrs. Katherine Sanders were grieved when word reached them of her passing on Sunday morning, March 18, 1951 at the St. Joseph hospital in La Grande where she had been a patient for several days. She had been in ill health for several years. Katherine Agnes Myers, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Edward W. Myers, was born September 6, 1872 in Beaverville, Illinois. Her girlhood was spent in California. On January 12, 1896 she was married to James Preston Sanders at Corrine, Utah and to them was born one daughter, Routh. In … Read more

Edwards, James – Obituary

Another death is recorded in the county from the influenza at Joseph this week when James Edwards died on Monday the 2nd. Wallowa County Reporter, Wallowa County, Oregon, Thursday February 5, 1920 James Edwards was born March 6, 1901 in Asotin County, Wash. and died at Joseph, Wallowa, Co. Oregon February 2, 1920, at the age of 18 years, 10 months and 27 days. He leaves one brother and a host of friends to mourn his going. His mother Mrs. Annie Edwards departed this life March 15, 1903. His body was laid to rest in the Paradise cemetery. Wallowa County … Read more

Wallowa County, Oregon Cemetery Records

Most of these are complete indices at the time of transcription, however, in some cases we list the listing when it is only a partial listing. Cemeteries hosted at AccessGenealogy Bartlett Cemetery, Wallowa County Oregon Bramlet Cemetery Wallowa County Oregon Dobbin Cemetery, Wallowa County Oregon Eden Bench Cemetery, Wallowa County Oregon Elk Creek Cemetery, Wallowa County Oregon Flora Cemetery, Wallowa County Oregon Hurricane Creek Cemetery, Wallowa County Oregon Imnaha Cemetery, Wallowa County Oregon Lost Prairie Cemetery, Wallowa County, Oregon McCubbin Cemetery, Wallowa County, Oregon Nicoson Cemetery, Wallowa County Oregon Park Cemetery, Wallowa County Oregon Middle Point Cemetery, Wallowa County Oregon … Read more

Biographical Sketch of Samuel Roberts

Among the leading agriculturists of Wallowa County is the subject of this biography, and we are pleased to accord him space in his county’s history, since his capabilities and thrift have given him the need of abundant success, while his moral qualities of worth are displayed constantly and commend him to all lovers of uprightness and truth. In Bates County, Missouri, on March 9, 1844. Samuel was born to Nelson and Jane (Melton) Roberts. His early life was spent in the invigorating exercise of farm work, while also he gained a good education in the public schools of the various … Read more

Cox, Glenn L. Mrs. – Obituary

Enterprise, Wallowa County, Oregon Mrs. Glenn L. Cox Dies In Outside Hospital Mrs. Glenn L. Cox died at St Joseph hospital in La Grande Friday evening, March 1, 1940. She had been suffering from tumors for a year but her condition had not been considered really serious, and it was thought an operation would bring a cure. She went to the hospital last week Tuesday, accompanied by the whole family, and the operation was performed. It proved severe and the shock was too great. She failed steadily until the end came. Funeral services were held at the Catholic church Tuesday … Read more

Wheeler, Lydia – Obituary

Wallowa, Oregon Lydia I. Wheeler, 77, formerly of Wallowa, died Sunday, Sept. 13, 1987 at her home in Milton-Freewater. She was born June 26, 1910 at Kirwin, Kan., daughter of Daniel and Alpha Vest Lare. The family lived in Kirwin, where she attended school until October, 1916, when the family moved to Oregon. They settled at Wallowa, where she graduated from high school. On Sept. 8, 1930, she married Joseph R. Wheeler at Enterprise. They moved to Freewater in the spring of 1931 and moved to a home on the South Fork of the Walla Walla River in the spring … Read more

Jones, Mary E. – Obituary

Wallowa, Wallowa County, Oregon Funeral services for Mrs. Mary E. Jones of Milton-Freewater, were held Saturday, July 18, 1964, in the Federated Church in that city, with the Rev. W. James Halfaker officiating. C. W. Wrinkle sang “The Old Rugged Cross” and “In The Garden”, with Mrs. Donald Clements as organist. Casket bearers were Herbert Warner, W. D. Croghan, Howard Rice, W. A. Bottorf, Jerry Geister and Walter Rand. Ritualistic services were by Rebekah Integrity Lodge No. 175. Concluding services and internment were in Milton IOOF cemetery. Mary Ellen (Weathers) Jones was born March 24, 1886 in the old town … Read more

Chandler, Dell – Obituary

In Memory Dell Chandler The following lines are in memory of little Dell, son of T. J. and Jennie Chandler, who died March 24, 1894; aged three years and seven months: Our family circle now is broken One, we dearly loved is gone. Father, mother, brother sister, For that dear one sadly mourn. How we miss the little Darling, None but God, can ever know. Loved by all who ever knew him; Loving all he chanced to know. In the prime of infant pleasure. God, this treasure, called His own. Now, he joins, the Ransomed Chorus, With the angels, round … Read more

Fisher, Lloyd – Obituary

Enterprise, Wallowa County, Oregon Lloyd Leland Fisher, 72, died Feb. 8, 1999, at his home in Hillsboro following a lengthy illness. Born Nov. 3, 1926, in Enterprise, he was one of five children born to James Edward and Vera Kyle (Draper) fisher. Lloyd was raised and schooled in Enterprise. He left school before the end of his senior year to join the Navy during WWII. Following his discharge, he returned to Enterprise and finished high school. He served in the Air Force reserve, only to be called once again to active duty during the Korean War. In 1956 he moved … Read more

McCully, John William – Obituary

A pioneer of ’52, John William McCully dies at the home of his daughter at Lowden, Wash. (1911-Newspaper source unknown, family scrapbook) John William Mccully born 22 Feb 1847, New London, Henry Co., IA; came to Union Co., OR, 1872, resided there and in Wallowa County ever since; he was a freighter in early life, later living on his farm at Lostine, OR. He returned to Elgin, OR, “last fall” (1910), when he was afflicted with Bright’s Disease; he rallied somewhat, but then died while on a visit to his daughter, Mrs. Hetta Compau at Lowden, WA 23 May 1911; … Read more

Gastin, Thomas McClellan – Obituary

T. M. Gastin Passes Long in the County Mack Gastin, resident of Wallowa since 1882, died in that city Saturday, April 11, 1942, after a long illness. Funeral services were held in the Christian Church of Wallowa Tuesday, conducted by the pastor Rev. Arvil Hurt. Thomas McClelland Gastin was born September 24, 1863, in Jefferson County, Pennsylvania, and came to Wallowa with his parents when he was 19 years old and had made his home there ever since. He was married March 12, 1904 to Emmy E. (Hammack)Womack. She survives him and there are Four step-daughters, Mrs. Leolia Leaman of … Read more

Anderson, Nora E. – Obituary

Wallowa, Wallowa County, Oregon Long-time Wallowa County resident, Nora E. Anderson, 94, died May 21, 1993, at the Wallowa county Nursing Home. She was born Feb. 5, 1899, at Sinking Spring, Minn, the daughter of Martin Peterson and Christina (Haaland) Miller. She taught school for many years and worked as Wallowa County treasurer for 34 years. Survivors include a son, Kenneth, of Pendleton; daughter, Maxine Hahn of Blodgett; brothers, Julius Miller of Boise, Idaho and Mark Miller of Portland; sisters, Laura Tomkin of Eugene and Julia Davies of Bend; 13 Grandchildren, many great grandchildren and 1 great-great grandchild. Funeral services … Read more

Davis, Carl – Obituary

Employees remember Davis as a great boss Mr. Pioneer: He was active in community Carl Davis began his banking career as an assistant teller in 1939 at Baker State Bank, where he worked until he enlisted in the U.S. Coast Guard in July of 1942 He was honorably discharged in September 1945 as a radioman first class. He continued to work at Baker State Bank and was called to active duty again for a short time in 1950. He was offered a position with Pioneer Federal Savings in 1953. Davis was known as an astute businessman, Bailey said. “He had … Read more

Blakeway, Myrtle L. Birge Mrs. – Obituary

Baker City, Oregon Myrtle L. Blakeway, 73, of Baker City and formerly of Gates, died Oct. 12, 2002, at her daughter’s home in Baker City. A private family service will be conducted later. Coles Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Mrs. Blakeway was born April 21, 1929, at Homedale, Idaho, to Lloyd O. and Eva Mae Hurst Birge. She married Roderick A. Frazier in 1947. In the 1960s, they lived in Union and Wallowa counties. They also lived at Bates. He died in 1977. She moved from Gates to Baker City in August of this year, to be near … Read more

Herzog, Henry B. – Obituary

Enterprise, Wallowa County, Oregon Henry Herzog Dies After Long Illness Henry B.Herzog passed away at the St. Joseph hospital, La Grande, Sunday, March 9,1941. He had suffered from cancer for months and was taken to the hospital for care. An operation was performed last Tuesday but nothing could restore him to health. His wife and children all were with him during his last hours at the hospital. Funeral services were held yesterday at St. Mary’s Catholic Church with Father R.E. Kenendy officiating. Pall bearers were Louis Audet, Henry Perren, Fred McFetridge, W.H. Kirkman, Punch Foster and Adolph Nuxoll. Mr. Herzog … Read more