Emele

Emele, Elmer A. Obit

Elmer A. Emele, a long-time resident of Baker, Oregon, passed away at home after a prolonged illness. Born on October 24, 1889, in Rosendale, Missouri, he moved with his family westward at a young age, eventually settling in the Baker area. Emele was a farmer and later worked for the city street department for 16 years. He is survived by his wife, Elsie, three daughters, four sons, two sisters, a brother, and six grandchildren. Funeral services are scheduled for Friday at Baker Funeral Home.

Emele, W. D. – Obituary

W. D. Emele, aged 84, passed away on Friday in Baker following a six-month illness. He is survived by three daughters and two sons, including Ben Emele of Haines. Funeral services took place on Monday in Baker.

Emele, Laura – Obituary

Laura Emele, aged 76, passed away at St. Elizabeth Hospital. Born on April 19, 1882, in Memphis, Missouri, she moved to Oregon in 1900 and became an educator in Baker County. Laura married Ben D. Emele in 1907 and resided in Haines before returning to Baker in 1955. A member of the Methodist Church, she was preceded in death by her husband and two sons. She leaves behind one daughter, Betty Hardman, and siblings in California.

Emele, Harry – Obituary

Harry Emele, a respected sheet metal business owner for over 50 years, passed away on May 26, 1987, at the age of 90. Born on December 17, 1896, in Baker, he married Edith Erwin in 1918, who preceded him in death. A lifelong member of the First Lutheran Church, Emele retired in 1962 and had been in declining health prior to his death. He is survived by two daughters, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. A graveside service will take place on Friday at Mount Hope Cemetery.

Emele, Elsie – Obituary

Mrs. Elsie C. Emele, aged 82, passed away on October 5, 1960, at St. Elizabeth Hospital after a prolonged illness. Born on December 26, 1877, in Medical Springs, she married Elmer A. Emele in 1894 and resided in Baker for over 50 years. Her funeral service will be held at Beatty Chapel, with burial at Mt. Hope Cemetery. She is survived by three sons, three daughters, nine grandchildren, and six great-grandchildren, and was an active member of the Lutheran Church and Royal Neighbors of America.

Emele, Bernon Allen – Obituary

Vernon Allen Emele, a 35-year-old former Army engineer, died unexpectedly at his home in Baker on January 19, 1942. Born on January 20, 1906, in Baker, he served in the U.S. Army’s Sixth Engineers and had been employed by McKim and Son for the past seven years. He is survived by his wife, Odessa, two sons, and several siblings and relatives. Funeral arrangements are pending, with his body at the West and Company funeral parlor.

Emele, Dorothy Beryl Mrs. – Obituary

Mrs. Dorothy Beryl Emele, 38, passed away at her home in Baker City, Oregon, following a prolonged illness. Born on December 9, 1915, in Richfield, Idaho, she was the daughter of Jay and Minnie May Dixon. Dorothy married Donald Franklin Emele on April 14, 1934, and was a member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles and the Catholic Church. She is survived by her husband, son, mother, siblings, and extended family. Funeral services will be held at St. Francis Cathedral, with interment at Mt. Hope Cemetery.

Emele, B. D. – Obituary

Benjamin David Emele passed away on Sunday night at his farm home in Muddy Creek after a prolonged illness. Born on February 25, 1881, in Medical Springs, he worked for 29 years at the Haines Commercial Company after starting his career as a traveling salesman. He was a member of the Methodist Church and is survived by his wife, daughter, two sisters, and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will take place at West’s Chapel, followed by interment at Mount Hope Cemetery.

Emele, Edith V. – Obituary

Edith V. Emele, 82, of Baker, passed away on November 23, 1980, at St. Elizabeth Hospital. A funeral service will be held on November 26 at Grays West and Co. Pioneer Chapel, led by Rev. R. Peter Anderson, with private interment at Mount Hope Cemetery. Born February 22, 1898, she was married to Harry Emele in 1918 and was a devoted homemaker and member of the Lutheran Church. She is survived by her husband, two daughters, a brother, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.

Emele, Donald Franklin – Obituary

Funeral services for Donald F. Emele, age 54, will be held on July 25 at The Beatty Chapel, officiated by Rev. James Berentson, with interment at Mt. Hope Cemetery. Born on May 30, 1914, in Baker, Oregon, he had a diverse career, including roles with the Union Pacific Railroad and in shipyards during World War II. He was married to Georgene White after the death of his first wife, Dorothy. Emele passed away on July 22, 1968, leaving behind his wife, son, grandson, and several siblings.