Bay

Bay, Stella Mae (Arnoldus) – Obituary

Stella Mae Bay, aged 84, passed away on August 24 in Tacoma, Washington. Born on March 24, 1902, in Summerville, she was a long-time resident of La Grande and an active member of the First Christian Church and the VFW Women’s Auxiliary. She is survived by her two sons, Dean and Howard, sisters Anne Leach and Ellen Sanderson, along with six grandchildren and ten great-grandchildren. A memorial service is scheduled for 11 a.m. Friday at the First Christian Church in La Grande.

Bay, William – Obituary

William Bay passed away on February 22, 1904, at the age of 74 in La Grande, Oregon, after a prolonged illness. His funeral took place the same day from the family home, followed by interment in the Masonic cemetery. Mr. Bay, a respected pioneer, is survived by his wife and six children, including David Bay and Mrs. Susan Robinson. A neighbor noted his admirable reputation, stating he had no enemies. His life and legacy are remembered by the community.

Bay, Frank – Obituary

Frank Bay, a well-respected citizen of La Grande, Oregon, was tragically electrocuted while working under a house. The accident occurred during a plumbing installation with his partner, Nate Zweifel, who discovered Bay unresponsive and suffered a shock when attempting to help. The cause of the incident is under investigation, with reports of electrical issues in the house prior. Bay, a prominent member of the community and a family man, leaves behind a wife and daughter. His funeral is scheduled for Sunday afternoon.

Bay, David W. – Obituary

David W. Bay, aged 81, passed away last Sunday in La Grande, Union County, Oregon. He was the father of William Bay, a resident of the city. This announcement was published in the La Grande Gazette on March 17, 1893.

Bay, David Mrs. – Obituary

Mrs. David Bay, a pioneer resident of La Grande, Oregon, passed away in Portland. Her funeral will be held at the Snodgrass and Zimmerman mortuary at 2 PM on Wednesday, with burial at the Masonic cemetery beside her late husband. Born in Iowa in 1860, Mrs. Bay moved to the Grande Ronde valley as a child and married David Bay in 1882. She is survived by three sons, a sister, four grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren.

Bay, David – Obituary

David Bay, a pioneer of Eastern Oregon, passed away at his home in Portland, surrounded by family. Born in Iowa nearly 75 years ago, he migrated to La Grande in 1863 and was an active community member, serving as a city councilman and on the school board. Bay owned a blacksmith shop on Adams Avenue before retiring to Portland 15 years ago. He is survived by his wife, three sons, and four sisters, with funeral services scheduled for tomorrow afternoon.

Bay, Caroline Mrs. – Obituary

Mrs. Caroline Bay passed away at her daughter’s home, with funeral services planned for tomorrow at St. Peter’s Church. Interment will occur in the Masonic cemetery alongside her late husband, Wm Bay. A pioneer of the valley, she settled there in the 1860s and was known for her compassionate care of the sick. Mrs. Bay, nearly seventy at her passing, is survived by one son and four daughters, and is remembered fondly by numerous friends.

Bay, Bernice – Obituary

Bernice Wilson Bay, 87, passed away on March 19 in Huntington, New York. Born on October 5, 1911, in La Grande, she married Lawrence Bay in 1935. They lived in Seattle during World War II and later returned to Oregon before moving to California in 1961. After her husband’s death in 1964, she worked as a medical secretary. She is survived by two sons, a sister, three grandchildren, and a great-grandson. Donations are requested for the Alzheimer’s Foundation or the American Heart Association.

Bay, Larry – Obituary

Lawrence G. “Larry” Bay passed away on February 25, 1964, in Walnut Creek, California, due to a heart attack. Born on June 6, 1911, in La Grande, Oregon, he graduated high school there and attended the University of Oregon. He served in the U.S. Engineers during World War II and later owned a Texaco distribution business. Larry was active in community and church affairs. He is survived by his wife, Bernice, two sons, and a granddaughter, with services scheduled at Our Lady of the Valley Catholic Church.

Biographical Sketch of Frank W. Heskett

Frank W. Heskett, born on December 1, 1856, in Iowa, moved to northeastern Oregon as a child. His family settled in the Grande Ronde valley, where he grew up on a frontier farm, developing skills that contributed to his later success. He married Elizabeth Bay in 1882, and they had four children. In 1885, Heskett relocated to Wallowa Valley, improving a substantial farm. He also ran a feed stable and hotel and served as deputy sheriff, demonstrating integrity and commitment to the community.