Fackler

Biography of Rev. St. Michael Fackler

THE REV. ST. MICHAEL FACKLER. – The Reverend Mr. Fackler was the first clergyman of the Protestant Episcopal church in Oregon. He was a native of Staunton, Virginia, first moved to Missouri, and then crossed the plains for his health in the year 1847. This was greatly improved by the trip; and he soon undertook such work as he could do, teaching and preaching as opportunity offered. For a short time he taught in the Methodist school at Salem, the progenitor of the present Willamette University. At an early day he secured a farm not far from Butteville, where he … Read more

Fackler, William L. – Obituary

William L. Fackler, 86, who was known as “Bill” or “Tuffy” to friends, died July 31, 2009. His funeral was Aug. 5 at the Potter Funeral Chapel in Emmett, Idaho. Pastor Mike Cross, his son-in-law, officiated. Burial was at the Emmett Cemetery. There was a gathering to celebrate his legacy for family and friends after the service at the cemetery at the home of David Fackler. Bill was born on Sept. 30, 1923, at Emmett to William and Elizabeth Fackler. He married the love of his life, Betty Jean Rolland. They celebrated 65 years of marriage. His lifelong dream to … Read more