He served as commissioner for two terms in Josephine County, and was an important figure in the building of the present county courthouse. 123 N Valley Dr, Grants Pass, OR 97526, USA. What's the deal with the shooting in Merlin this morning? Death Calls Local Residents to Minnesota [Rogue River Courier (Grants Pass, OR) Thursday, November 1, 1900] Mr. Jacobson married Hannah Thomason at Morris, Minnesota August 30, 1891. He was 22 years old and until recently a resident at Portland, Or., rooming at 91 North Park street. We will remember him forever. Genealogy and History, Obituaries and Death Notices Mr. Yarbrough was born June 27, 1857 in Linn County, Oregon. The investigation was turned over to the Josephine County Major Crime Team. Death Takes Clarence Gilbert Sawyer [Rogue River Courier (Grants Pass, OR) Thursday, October 4, 1900] She was born Erma "Jean" Diehl on May 20, 1924, in Twin Falls, Idaho. The new bent had been raised very nearly to its place, when one of the jackscrews slipped out and the bridge collapsed, the heavy beam of the bent catching Parriott against another beam, crushing and killing him instantly. Accompanied by his brother, he was beating his way south on the railroad. She enjoyed doing ceramic work at her home. Mr. Sawyer had left Sherwood, where he was making his home with a son, for Cave Junction to help Freeling Sawyer, his brother, and the latter's son Phil, build their new ice plant and lockers on the Caves highway. Jack C. Nealy, 83, died at 5:30 P. M., Saturday, at his home, 430 West G street. Four children and his widow survived his passing H.A. [The Oregonian (Portland, OR) - Jan. 1, 1886 pg. Funeral services were held on Wednesday at the Litwiller funeral home in Ashland at 10 a. m., after which the remains were taken to Kerby to be placed in the family lot in the IOOF cemetery. Then, in 1977, he started his own construction company which he operated until partial retirement in 2004. The agency said the investigation is active and ongoing but didnt provide any more information. [Source: Unknown newspaper; - March 25, 1943; Contributed by Sally Yarbrough] Tina Kotek has proposed the state spend on the issue. [Source: Unknown newspaper, February 27, 1947; Contributed by Sally Yarbrough] google_ad_slot = "9949157534"; His brothers Lewis and Fritz Krauss and sister Rieka Morrison are deceased. Belt Lodge No. Clarence had lived in the Illinois valley for many years and was one of the old reliable members of the Illinois Valley Grange. Yvonne C. BowerYvonne Carol Bower of Grants Pass started her new journey with her passing on February 28, 2023. J. S. Kelley Henry A. Krauss He leaves the following 10 children: John A. Nealy, Hotchkiss, Colo.; James M. Nealy, Grants Pass; Richard E. Nealy, Cave Junction; Cecil King, Dryden; Ruth Nealy, Grants Pass; Jess L. Nealy, Bremerton, Wash.; Mrs. Lewis Booth, Pionia, Colo.; Oliver R. Nealy, Buhl, Idaho; Oscar B. Nealy, Cave Junction; Woodrow Nealy, Grants Pass. Brother of Jesse M. Squire of Earlimart, Ca. He was preceded in death by a sister, Betty Pruitt Friend. He appeared all right at the time, but was known to be in failing health. Anthony "Tony" Lentini, age 89, of Grants Pass, died . In addition to his widow and children, Johnson is survived by a sister, Mrs. Ida Veatch of Portland. He was the son of Clark Webb and Harriett Lancaster Webb. Neither OSP or the Josephine County Sheriff's Office have yet indicated if there is a suspect in the shooting, or if anyone was taken into custody. After graduating from high school in 1942, she attended college in Pocatello, Idaho, for two terms, and then moved to Oregon to attend the University of Oregon and Northwest Christian College in Eugene. Dianne Elise Harden, 76, passed away at Asante Three Rivers Medical Center in Grants Pass on February 12, 2023. He and Mrs. Young have been residents of Selma for one year, having come north from Tarzana, in California's San Fernando Valley. I knew Kurt for over 20 years and can say while he took great pride in his work and accomplishments, he was most proud of his family and being blessed with children. Funeral services will be Tuesday January 13, at 2 PM at the L.B. Oregon State Police said 56-year-old Kurt Krauss of Grants Pass was found dead outside of his business. 409 S.E. Ken was born January 15, 1939 to Fritz and Susan (Tolin) Krauss at their family home in Selma, Oregon. F. A. Webber Kenneth was born on January 15, 1939 and passed away on Wednesday, July 24, 2019. Maurice and Clem Sauer are brothers of the deceased. In 1931 she married Dale Rubin Tucker, who died in 1972. 199.241.218.178 A 16-year-old Grants Pass High School student who began learning CPR in class last week is being credited with saving a woman's life after she choked on food and went unconscious at the restaurant where he works. Long Time Valley Resident Dies At 79 He was the grandfather of Mrs. Dorothea Bearss of Cave Junction. Funeral services will be announced later by Hull and Hull. Home Obituaries Kurt Krauss Obituary. Bert J. Squire Residents of the Illinois valley were shocked to learn last Sunday that Clarence Sawyer passed away at the wheel of his car while in route from Sherwood Oregon, to Cave Junction. [Rogue River Courier (Grants Pass, OR) Thursday, January 3, 1901] [Rogue River Courier (Grants Pass, OR) Thursday, November 29, 1900] The man of whom we made mention last week, that was found dead in Mr. Pierce's barn a few miles east of town, was J. S. Kelley, supposed to be from Myrtle Creek. W.A. [Source: Unknown unknown, January, 1939; Contributed by Sally Yarbrough] She especially enjoyed her family and helping others.In addition to her husband, survivors include three sons, Ernie, Steve, and Lee; three daughters, Mary, Jeannie and Holly; 19 grandchildren and 20 great-grandchildren. [Mountain Democrat (Placerville, CA) Feb. 26, 1898; Contributed by Robyn Greenlund] 18, A. F. & A. M., was the lodge secretary for many years and at the time of his death was Associate Patron of Western Star Chapter, O. E. S. Leaving to mourn his loss are his widow, Jessie May Leonard; one son, Gordon R. Leonard; one brother, Frank T. Leonard of West Springfield, Mass., and one sister, Mrs. Mercedes Lewis of Randall, Washington. No. Thurlow Seifert, 65, died Feb.4, 1985 at the Boswell mine residence. Applications open for folk and traditional arts mentoring project grants; Nominations open for 2023 Kurt Bucholz Conservation Award . [Source: Unknown newspaper; - Unknown; Contributed by Sally Yarbrough] The inspiration of the very fine leadership of Anna Stiwalt called out the abilities and talents of each member of the club. Shasta, California. If so, we urge you to contact the Oregon State Police and help bring some closure to the Krauss family.. FUNERAL HOMES. Michael McBriety Mrs. Yost was born in Kentucky, Nov. 15th, 1837. Wm. The left foot was also severely lacerated, but will suffer no permanent injury. C. N. Versteeg Sr., MD Milton F. Parker He is survived by three brothers, James Spence of Kerby; Carl Spence of Mt. Deborah Halstead had recently moved back to Grant's Pass from Los Angeles with her two sons, Leo Shively, 9, and his 12-year-old brother Michael. on Sept. 17, 2011. Funeral services were held Wednesday afternoon at Presbyterian Church in Glendale. March 31. The deceased was nearly seventy years of age, having been born August 23, 1842. She graduated in 1946.On Sept. 10, 1946, in Boise, Idaho, she married Bobby Pruitt, who survives. Do you know someone who suddenly departed from the area after the offense? cemetery. Charles Wiggins was caught in a cave-in in the Steam Beer mine, near Leland [Oregon], and was so badly bruised that he died within a short time after being dug out. Obituaries. Margaret Sullins Randall UPDATE: Oregon State Police has confirmed that 56-year-old Kurt Krauss was killed in the shooting in Merlin on Monday morning. of Gold Hill and Mrs. Elsie Harker of Prineville. Search our database of over 100 million company and executive profiles. He was the son of Dr. and Mrs. James Spence and had spent the greater part of his life in this community. Brakeman Killed By Train on S.P. Throughout his life, Ken remained active in his church and maintained his life-long interests in logging, logging equipment, ranching, livestock, horses and rodeo. Ken was born January 15 . He was never married, but on the death of his brother many years ago he assumed the place of a father for his brothers' Children, who grew up to love him as they would love an own father. Joseph Skeeters was the son of Isaac and Grace Skeeters, one of the earliest pioneer families of this part of the state. Olaf E. Jones [The Oregonian (Portland, OR) - June 18, 1911 Sec 4, pg 11; Contributed by Robyn Greenlund] We are listening! W. D. Turner, Another Roseburg Brakeman, Lost Right Leg In Accident at Merlin Monday Regardless of how insignificant you think your information might be or if OSP might already be aware of it, we want to hear from you, investigators said. Powders was drowned in Rogue River just below Hell Gate Wednesday and the body has not been recovered. Funeral services will be held at the IOOF cemetery here Sunday afternoon at 1:30 p.m.Major Norman Bowyer of the Salvation Army at Klamath Falls will conduct the services. Oregon State Police (OSP) is the lead investigating agency and is being assisted by the Josephine County Sheriff's Office, Grants Pass Department of Public Safety, and the Josephine County District Attorney's Office. Having lived in Humboldt County for the past 14 years, Mr. Squire homesteaded on property at Thompson Creek in Illinois Valley after he was discharged from the US Army. Tipsters can remain anonymous if they wish. ReadMore, Anthony LentiniAnthony "Tony" Lentini, 89, of Grants Pass died on Feb. 28, 2023, at Asante Three Rivers Medical Center. The request was granted and the man, a stranger, went to the barn to sleep. At Williams, Oregon, Sunday September 30, 1900, Mrs. H. H. [Rachel] Sparlin, aged 45 years and 9 months. R. Jeffries Jr. officiating. You can email the site owner to let them know you were blocked. [Source: Unknown newspaper; - March 25, 1943; Contributed by Sally Yarbrough] On January 19, 2021, Pacific Consulting and Investigations of Ashland said Krauss family is offering a $50,000 reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the person or persons responsible for the murder of Kurt Krauss.. [Grants Pass Daily Courier (Grants Pass, OR) - January 10, 1948; Contributed by Sally Yarbrough] She was a handsome woman, even in her later years, and was known for the excellence of her table and open hearted hospitality. [Rogue River Courier (Grants Pass, OR) Thursday, November 15, 1900] [Source: Unknown newspaper, c. July, 1946; Contributed by Sally Yarbrough] Upon arrival, Kurt Krauss (56), of Grants Pass, was found deceased on scene. GP student uses CPR to save choking womanA 16-year-old Grants Pass High School student who began learning CPR in class last week is being credited with saving a woman's life after she choked on food and went unconscious at the restaurant where he works. He is survived by his wife and the following children: Melinda Bollman of Spokane, Clarice Bilger of Klamath Falls, Adeline Smith of Eugene, Miss Helen Jacobson San Mateo, California. They returned to Oregon in 1947.She was a member of Redwood Christian Church. A large crowd attended the ceremony, which, while very short was very impressive Captain Whitt read the citation and order from the president. Leave a Tribute. Oregon State Police said 56-year-old Kurt Krauss of Grants Pass was found dead outside of his business. Meredith Groves officiating. James Logan He then moved to cave Junction and repaired harnesses and also managed a variety store before moving to Eugene recently. The remains were embalmed and on Tuesday night they were transported to Santa Barbara where a mother and sister was awaiting. He is the father of Ferris Parker and Mrs. B.B.