Klickitat - Family History & Genealogy Message Board

Mahala Hoagland

Edwinas — 19 Aug 2008 2:18:10 GMT

Searching for information on Mahala Hoagland who was born in Kentucky about 1832. She married Henry Gillespie who was born in Kentucky or Ohio about 1823. Their daughter, Sarah Ellen Gillespie, born in Trimble Co., Kentucky on 17 July, 1855, is my great great grandmother. I have NO good information on Mahala. Any help would be appreciated.

WALTER BAKER

JeffreyLElmer — 4 Jul 2001 5:37:50 GMT

Obit Lookup - George Lewis Faulkner

LFSpecht — 3 Apr 2008 1:45:48 GMT

Hi, can anyone help me with an obituary lookup for my gg-grandfather -- George Lewis Faulkner? He was born Aug. 17, 1832 in Broome Co., NY and died Oct. 3, 1911 in Bickleton or Cleveland. He was married to Albertine A. Gruhlke Faulkner, and one of his sons was William G. Faulkner, owner of a hardware store in Cleveland and later Bickleton. He is buried at the Cleveland Cemetery.

Thanks,
Lisa Fowler Specht

Lavonia Wyatt obit please

llt913 — 6 Aug 2008 1:15:58 GMT

I would appreciate if someone can give me an obit on Lavonia Charlene Chandler Wyatt. She was born 1918 in Clovis, NM and died 26 Oct 1998 in Goldendale. She was married to Edward Wyatt. Would like his obit too if someone has it. You may email it directly to me at larimer94@charter.net.

Thank you,
Lynn

McFARLAND, Isaac, obituary

Jeffrey_Elmer — 5 Mar 2005 8:02:39 GMT

The Klickitat County Agriculturist, Goldendale, WA., April 18, 1903, page 5
"Klickitat Intelligence"

AN EARLY KLICKITATER IS GONE - In the early days of Klickitat, from 1862 on up to 1865, Isaac McFarland and wife were residents of this valley, and are remembered by some of our older citizens. Mr. McFarland died in The Dalles in 1869; and a few days ago his wife passed away in that city, at a ripe old age. She was born in 1817, in Ohio, and was married in 1832 to Isaac McFarland. Together they crossed the plains to Oregon in 1852 and settled in Rogue river valley, where their oldest son, Cornelius, saw service during the troubles with the Indians. Later they located at Oregon City and came to The Dalles in 1854. The husband was engaged in steamboating from the locks to The Dalles and was the builder of the third steamer on the river, the Wasco, which was launched in 1855. Missionaries had visited The Dalles from time to time but the organization of the Methodist church was perfected at her home in '56. With the history of that church she has been closely affiliated ever since.

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Benjamin Breedlove

connie_holm — 14 Apr 2003 12:52:41 GMT

Looking for obit of Benjamin W. Breedlove. He must of died after 1929. His wife Parthena died in 1929 and he was still alive then. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

COCHRAN, DAVISON, DUNN, WILSON, BURNS

Michelle Fradella — 24 Apr 1998 12:00:00 GMT

Looking for anyone researching these surnames in Klickitat County, WA.
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GEORGE VAN NOSTERN

JeffreyLElmer — 4 Jul 2001 5:37:50 GMT

RICHARD D. WHITE

JeffreyLElmer — 4 Jul 2001 5:37:50 GMT

Levi Armsworthy

WilmaCox38 — 1 Jun 2008 1:08:52 GMT

Do you know who Levi's parents are. I think they are John Armsworthy and Esther of Rowan Co., N. C.

Pioneer Park Burials

diknight — 28 Jun 2001 7:57:43 GMT

Can someone please tell me if there are still people buried at the Pioneer Cemetery. I read an article stating they had all been moved to the White Salmon Cemetery, but I do not see my ancestor Bethewal HENDRYX among the family members buried in White Salmon.

Also, the Pioneer Cemetery lists a W. HENDRIX, but no Bethewal HENDRYX. The article stated Bethewal was buried there, so I am a little confused.

Are there family members on this list or someone who know more about the Pioneer Cemetery that cold help me?

AHOLA And MILLER

Betsy Shumpert — 8 May 1998 12:00:00 GMT

Looking for information about great drandparents. Peter Ahola and Ethelda May Miller Ahola. Some of their children were Hazel Ahola Tidland, Mayble Klckner Esteb.Alda Eunita Ahola Strong, Burton Ahola, and Mary??. Any information would be greatly appreciated. Thank You

Obituary Request - Lelia B. Pankake, 1960

pankake — 26 Apr 2008 9:16:10 GMT

Could someone post the obituary of Lelia B. Pankake which appeared on page 7 of the October 13, 1960 issue of the Goldendale Sentinel?

Thank you very much.

Cecil A Miller obit

lamron — 2 May 2008 9:25:26 GMT

I've sent an email to the state lib. for help but thought that asking here also would not hurt -

I'd like a copy of a 1956 obit for CECIL ALEXANDER MILLER born Sep 3, 1892 and died Mar 17, 1956 in Klickitat county (I think) and buried at White Salmon -

ANDERSON, Centerville, Kuusamo, Finns

timlaine — 6 Apr 2008 10:37:09 GMT

Greetings from Europe!

My name is Timo Laine. I’m 40 years old and I come from Kuusamo, Finland. In July my mother’s relatives are coming together in Kuusamo. In the meeting I’m going to tell about my mother’s grandparents’ travel to America and the relatives that we all have in Washington.

My grand-grandparents were already migrating to America, but because of grand-grandmother’s trachoma, they had to return back home from New York. I’m personally only grateful to American authorities, as I have realized that without their decisive role I wouldn’t even exist ;-)

My grand-grandfather’s elder brother did succeed in immigrating, however. He was Joseph ANDERSON (29.11.1859 - 9.9.1947). In Finland he was known as Jooseppi MÄNNIKKÖ or LÄMSÄ. He emigrated in July 1892 together with his son and his wife Anna Liisa LAMMASLEHTO (27.11.1859 or 8.12.1859 - 27.5.1905). In America she was known as Anna, Annie or Liisa ANDERSON. Her maiden name in American documents is probably LEHTO. Joseph and Anna first went to Dalles in Wasco County, Oregon, but they soon moved to Centerville in Klickitat County, Washington. They were both buried in Centerville. Joseph was a farmer.

As far as I know, Joseph had at least seven children. Charles Edward or Kalle Edvard (29.3.1890 - 1.1.1954) was born in Finland. He died in Clatskanie, Columbia County, Oregon. Joseph and Anna had a daughter called Sophia Ultricka OLSON (31.7.1893 - 23.3.1921). She was born in Centerville and she also died there. Her husband was Oscar OLSON and they had two sons (born on 17.2.1915 and 29.12.1916) and a daughter (born on 31.5.1919).

Joseph and Anna also had Peter Sofia Sr (born around 1895), Olga (born around 1897), Ina (born around 1900) and Oscar (born around 1901). Anna died in 1905 and two years later Joseph married Susan or Susanna LEINONEN (6.2.1852 - 6.4.1936). She was born in Finland and she died in Centerville.

This is basically all I know. It would be great to find relatives among present inhabitants of Klickitat County. If anyone over there knows anything about the persons I mentioned above or their descendants, I would be grateful. Even if you don’t know them, any information concerning Centerville Finns would be extremely interesting. No matter how insignificant it would be. We, the descendants of those who remained, don’t know anything about the life of those who left.

You can write me on my address laine@netikka.fi

Best wishes,
Timo Laine

FELLERS, F. / BERTSCHI, Miss Tresa, marriage

Jeffrey_Elmer — 16 Apr 2008 5:47:53 GMT

The Klickitat County Agriculturist, Goldendale, WA., January 2, 1909, page 12
“Fulda”

At the M.E. church at Glenwood, Dec. 2, 1908 -- Miss Tresa Bertschi and F. Fellers, were married, Rev. Simmons of Timber Valley performing the ceremony. After the ceremony a bountiful repast was served to the immediate friends of the family. Mr. and Mrs. Fellers will make their home in the valley.

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AMEL, Mr. A. / HARVEY, Mrs., marriage

Jeffrey_Elmer — 16 Apr 2008 5:46:33 GMT

The Klickitat County Agriculturist, Goldendale, WA., April 6, 1907, page 4
“Lyle”

Mr. A. Amel and Mrs. Harvey were married about the 27th at Vancouver, Wash. They returned home on the 28th of March.

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FEIGN, William, death

Jeffrey_Elmer — 16 Apr 2008 5:45:34 GMT

The Klickitat County Agriculturist, Goldendale, WA., April 6, 1907, page 4
“Lyle”

We are informed that Wm. Feign, of Glenwood, died on the 27th at the hospital at Portland.

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obit from The Enterprise newspaper

lamron — 14 Apr 2008 8:03:23 GMT

I'd like a copy of the obit for Ronald A. Miller born 2 May 1920 Klickitat county and died 9 Jan 1999 - His obit appeared in The Enterprise dated 14 Jan 1999 on page 14 -

Frederick Douglas Ramsay

vickyr111 — 14 Apr 2008 11:04:43 GMT

Looking for information on Frederick Douglas Ramsay. born in 1896 possible in Ireland and passed away in White Salmon, WA in 1963. I believe he left Ireland where he and his brother lived in a boarding house. Frederick left and immigrated to Canada and his brother immigrated to Australia. Frederick married Frances Cook(sp?) Thanks for any help or imformation.

Obit request: Hinshaw, Kenneth Gunn

duane_7 — 2 Feb 2008 3:52:24 GMT

From the Goldendale Obituary Index:

Name, birth, death, obit date
HINSHAW Kenneth Gunn Jan-01-1906 Jun-19-1990 Jun-28-1990 p5

Thank you!!!

Geo. & Mary D (Newman) Slaughter - Klickitat County

grannydjc — 10 Mar 2008 12:09:11 GMT

I am researching Mary D Newman Slaughter. I see on find a grave in Mt. View Cemetery, Goldendale, a marker that looks like it shows her death date as 1917. Looking for an obit or notice of her death. I am trying to determine who her parents are.

GRUBEL, Mrs. Henry, obituary

Jeffrey_Elmer — 5 Mar 2005 8:02:39 GMT

The Klickitat County Agriculturist, Goldendale, WA., February 14, 1914, page 2
"Klickitat Intelligence"

Dr. Emil Jantz of Odessa, writes of the death of his sister, Mrs. Henry Grubel, at Gull Lake, Sask. He states she died suddenly, but he did not know the particulars. Mr. and Mrs. Grubel and family removed to Saskatchewan last fall from the Sandridge district, in Eastern Klickitat and were well known in that section.

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Klickitat County Cemetery Research

JeffreyLElmer — 4 Jul 2001 5:37:50 GMT

Hi,

I need the assistance of others in the research of the Pleasant Valley Cemetery east of Goldendale, and the Spring Creek Cemetery near Blockhouse. I could use help in determining death dates so that obituaries could be found. If you have any relatives buried in these Cemeteries, or can help in this research, please contact me.

Many of you are familiar with the research I've already done on other Klickitat County Cemeteries, and many people have mentioned how helpful this information is to their genealogy research. To continue to provide this information, your assistance would be appreciated!

LETLOW, Robert T., obituary

Jeffrey_Elmer — 5 Mar 2005 8:02:39 GMT

The Goldendale Sentinel, Goldendale, WA., February 4, 1937, page 2

LETLOW REMAINS SHIPPED TO CALIF.
Widow Accompanies Body To Former Home; Leaves Six Children; Was War Veteran

The remains of Robert T. Letlow, 42, World War veteran who passed away at the Veterans' hospital in Walla Walla Monday, January 26 at 8 a.m., were shipped direct to Dinuba, California, the deceased's former home.

Mr. Letlow and his family have resided in the Centerville district for the past two years. Mrs. Letlow went to Walla Walla and accompanied her husband's body to the southern community where funeral services were held.

Robert T. Letlow was born in Coalingo, California, December 4, 1894. The family came to Washington in 1934, and to the Centerville district nearly two years ago.

The veteran became gravely ill a few days before he was taken to the hospital. Death was given as pneumonia.

He served two months in camps in the United States shortly after the outbreak of the World War and the balance of the time in France where he was connected with the remount service, in the U.S. Cavalry.

Besides the widow, Alice, the veteran is survived by six children, Maizie, 2; Mary, 3; Bobby, 5; Maxine, 6; Margaret, 8; and Marjory, 9; three brothers, Henry of Taft, California; Hugh of Sacramento, California; Roy of Fresno, California; one sister, Mrs. Pearl Dickerson of Dinuba, California. Several aunts and uncles also survive.

Following the last rites, Mrs. Letlow will return to Centerville to her family.

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ZACHARY T. DODSON

JeffreyLElmer — 4 Jul 2001 5:37:50 GMT

henry james scofield

stevesgrl — 4 Jan 2008 11:15:54 GMT

I would like to view the obituary for Henry james (or James Henry Scofield) birth 1849 in New York death October 1949 in White Salmon

NELSON, Pete, obituary

Jeffrey_Elmer — 30 Dec 2007 5:53:03 GMT

The Enterprise, White Salmon, WA., August 5, 1921, page 2

PETE NELSON HANGS HIMSELF

Pete Nelson, who was working on the C.E. Larsen ranch in North White Salmon went after the cows on July 30th but failed to return. A searching party the next morning found his body hanging from a tree in the canyon east of the cemetery. Nelson had only lived here a few months, coming from Eastern Oregon. It is said that he was not of sound mind and that his health was not the best. An inquest was held here Saturday night.

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STEVENS, George O., obituary

Jeffrey_Elmer — 30 Dec 2007 5:51:55 GMT

The Enterprise, White Salmon, WA., December 9, 1938, page 8

GEO. STEVENS CALLED

Funeral services were held Sunday at Gardner’s chapel in White Salmon for the late George O. Stevens, who passed away December 1st at the age of 45 years, 6 months and 27 days. He was born in Lone Rock, Oregon, and is survived by two sisters -- Mrs. Armadale Moore and Mrs. Clarence Randall, of White Salmon, and a brother.

The remains were taken to The Dalles for burial in the Odds Fellows cemetery.

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CONSER, William, Penn, obituary

Jeffrey_Elmer — 30 Dec 2007 5:50:10 GMT

The Enterprise, White Salmon, WA., December 9, 1938, page 8

W.P. CONSER OF OFFUT LAKE DIES
Was Former White Salmon Resident. Death Follows Short Illness
(From Tenino Independent of Dec. 2)

William Penn Conser of Offut Lake passed away shortly after six Monday morning in St. Peters hospital, Olympia. He had been taken ill on November 8 and was taken to the hospital, where he was thought to be recovering. Death is thought to have been caused by an old head injury. Private funeral services were held at Warnica funeral home and Bolivia at 1:30 Tuesday afternoon, followed by creation at South Tacoma.

Mr. Conser was born on October 10, 1882, at Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania, and came west in 1906. He operated a barber shop for a number of years in Olympia. Two years ago when he retired, and devoted much of his time to developing the beautiful gardens on Bronson’s side of Offut lake. He was a member of Olympia lodge No. 1, F. & A.M. and of the Washington Agate and Mineral Society.

Surviving are his widow, Mrs. Mary E. Conser of Offut lake and one son, William Penn Coner, Jr., of California; five sisters, Mrs. Jennie Niswander of Detroit, Mrs. Alice Green of New York state, Mrs. Carrie Horan of Texas and two sisters in Oklahoma; two brothers, James of Pennsylvania and Frank of Louisiana.

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CRIDER, Lloyd, obituary

Jeffrey_Elmer — 30 Dec 2007 5:48:17 GMT

The Enterprise, White Salmon, WA., January 8, 1937, page 1

FARMHAND FAINTS IN PEN AND HOGS PICK BONES CLEAN

BICKLETON, Wash., Dec. 31 – Christmas was something less than merry for Lloyd Crider, 45, employed on the McCredie ranch near here. He fell in a pigpen and was devoured by hogs.

Noble McCredie and his family made the discovery of Crider’s skeleton when they returned from their Christmas vacation. They concluded the tragedy occurred after they left home, as snow which fell Christmas day was without tracks.

Crider was subject to fainting spells, and it is believed that he fainted while feeding the swine and the animals ate him.

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BATH, Imogene, obituary

Jeffrey_Elmer — 30 Dec 2007 5:46:21 GMT

The Goldendale Sentinel, Goldendale, WA., August 8, 1929, page 7
Includes portrait

MRS. IMOGENE BATH

Answering the unexpected call of the Grim Reaper, Mrs. Imogene Bath, wife of D.W. Bath, of Corvallis, Oregon, passed to her reward last Thursday morning, August 1st, at an early hour. Mrs. Bath had been in poor health for several months, but was thought to be convalescing, and was in good spirits, looking forward to an annual family reunion the coming week. Arterio sclerosis had worn the heart action, without being especially apparent, and the end came swiftly and peacefully. Despite all that loving care and medical aid could accomplish, the heart beats became weaker and weaker during the morning hour, and finally ceased.

For the past ten years the family resided at Corvallis, where she was in the millinery business. Previous to that time she was in that business at Hillsboro, Oregon, and Tacoma, Washington. During her business career in the west of over twenty years, she had made a wide acquaintance and her friends were legion, as attested by the floral tributes and messages of sympathy to the family.

With her duties as a thoughtful and understanding mother lessened as family had grown up, she entered the business world, and also became prominent in club and fraternal work. She had been, all her life, an active member in the Presbyterian church. At Corvallis she was an active member of the Professional Women’s Club and for many years had been an active member of the Order of the Eastern Star, and of late years belonged to St. Mary’s Chapter, at Corvallis. Her life has been one of much activity, for she gave freely of her energies to her family, and in later years, to her various business undertakings, and social work.

Imogene Birdsey was born August 24, 1862, in Columbus, Wisconsin. She became the wife of D.W. Bath at Madison, Wisconsin, May 15th, 1882. They lived at Sioux City, Ia., for a number of years, when, owing to the illness of a brother of Mr. Bath, they moved to St. Louis Park, Minnesota, where he took charge of a country newspaper. Before coming west they lived in several towns, always in the newspaper business. At Milbank, S.D., the elder son was born; at Louverne, Minnesota, their daughter was born, and at Excelsior, Minnesota, their younger son was born. In business at Melrose, Minnesota and at Sleepy Eye, all in Minnesota, they resided until 1904, when they decided to come west, and so left the last mentioned place for Oregon, stopping briefly at Portland. At Hillsboro the family again settled where the Hillsboro Independent was purchased and operated a number of years. With her husband she went to Tacoma, were both were in business for a time, as at Hillsboro. Ten years ago when they again moved to Oregon, making their home in Corvallis this time.

The funeral services were conducted from the Hollingsworth Funeral Home, at Corvallis, at 2:30 o’clock, Sunday, August 4th. Following a brief service, St. Mary’s Chapter, Order of Eastern Star, took charge and performed their last sad rights to their departed sister. Interment took place Monday morning in Portland, at the Riverview Cemetery, where she peacefully sleeps until the Call on the last Great Day.

Besides her husband, Mrs. Bath leaves to mourn in the immediate family one daughter, Mrs. Walter C. Galloway, Corvallis; Gerald H. Bath, New York, N.Y., and Irving S. Bath, at Goldendale, Washington. A sister, Mrs. Bertha Ditmore, Salt Lake City, Utah, also survives her.

The husband, and family, at this time, wish to express their thanks and appreciation to those who extended their sympathies and assistance, and for the beautiful floral tributes.

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BATH, Stuart Coffield, obituary

Jeffrey_Elmer — 30 Dec 2007 5:44:15 GMT

The Goldendale Sentinel, Goldendale, WA., November 10, 1921, page 1

STUART COFFIELD BATH

Born in Goldendale, Wn., April 14, 1912, the eldest son of the editor and wife, died in Goldendale, November 9th, after a brief illness. Stuart was christened in the St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, Vancouver, Wash., at an early age. He was a pupil in the fourth grade in the local schools, and a constant attendant at the Methodist Sunday school. His untimely death had been doubly a great shock to the family and friends, as the illness was at no time considered serious, and had been of but a few day. The slender strand of life parted yesterday afternoon at two o’clock, the Grim Reaper drawing him to his reward amidst a peaceful slumber. The heart broken and parents wish to, by this means, thank the friends and neighbors for their kindly acts and tender words of sympathy. May such constance and steadfast be with you in your great hours of trial. The full significance of this sudden stroke has hardly dawned upon us. We can only look forward to that time when we shall be united again, from which there is no parting.

The funeral services will be held from the Chapman Undertaking Parlors, on Friday morning at ten o’clock followed by in tournament in the I.O.O.F. cemetery. Rev. Louis Thomas, of the Methodist church, will conduct the service.

Besides the parents, Irving S. Bath and Mary J. Bath, two brothers, Gordon and Irving, Jr., survive Stuart; of the immediate family, the grandparents, D.W. Bath and wife, of Corvallis, Ore., who, accompanied by Miss Grace Galloway, also of Corvallis, the sister of the editor, will be here for the funeral.

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The Goldendale Sentinel, Goldendale, WA., November 17, 1921, page 1

CARD OF THANKS

We wish to take this means of expressing our deep appreciation to the many neighbors and friends who extended their sympathies in the loss of our son Stuart; for the beautiful floral offerings; for the numerous messages of sympathy and condolences; and to those who participated at the funeral. Our obligation is one that we feel mere words cannot express.

MR. AND MRS. IRVING S. BATH

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Pioneer Schools of Eastern Klickitat County

Linda — 12 Nov 2005 12:06:32 GMT

Seeking information of all kinds about the early schools of Eastern Klickitat County (East of Rock Creek).

Obituary Request

pjacroux — 24 Dec 2007 5:50:33 GMT

Would like the obituary of Myrtle Avona (Brown) Goss. Born 5 May 1879 and died around 1911 in Maryhill. She married George Goss on 21 March 1906. Lived most of her life in the Columbus/Maryhill area. Father was M.R. Brown.

Thank you,

Paul Jacroux
Kirkland, Washington

BURLINGAME, Cyril, obituary

Jeffrey_Elmer — 18 Dec 2007 7:02:02 GMT

The Mt. Adams Sun, Bingen, WA., February 12, 1937, page 8

C. BURLINGAME PASSES AWAY

Cyril Burlingame, of Mt. Brook, 29 years, passed away in a Salem, Oregon hospital Sunday following an intestinal operation Saturday.

The direct results of the passing was pneumonia which set in following the surgical efforts to save his life.

Cyril Burlingame was an old White Salmon high school graduate having played football in his last year 1925.

He leaves three sisters, Evelyn, Christine and Eleanor, besides one brother, James, and his mother, Mrs. Marie Burlingame of Salem, Oregon.

He also leaves his widow Mrs. Dail Burlingame and son Frank, 18 months old.

Mr. Burlingame, having lived here all his life, was well-known throughout Western Klickitat county.

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RITZSCHKE, Granville / BARRETT, Luella M. - marriage

Jeffrey_Elmer — 18 Dec 2007 7:00:29 GMT

The Goldendale Sentinel, Goldendale, WA., July 20, 1933, page 1

BARRETT – RITZSCHKE

Granville Ritzschke and Luella M. Barrett were quietly married at the residence of Elder S.C. Eshelman, who read the wedding ceremony, July 17th, 1933. Mr. Ritzschke is a son of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Ritzschke, of the Centerville community. Mrs. Ritzschke is a niece of Mrs. Chas. Ferguson, of Cliffs. We wish for them a happy and prosperous married life.

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BERGLUND, Albin E. / GARNER, Gertrude - marriage

Jeffrey_Elmer — 18 Dec 2007 6:59:02 GMT

The Goldendale Sentinel, Goldendale, WA., December 31, 1931, page 6
“Glenwood”

Then it to cap it all we had a Christmas wedding, when Albin E. Berglund and Gertrude Garner were married at Yakima at the bride’s home, arriving in Glenwood Christmas evening, where they are nicely settled in the Jobe house, where their many friends will be glad to call on them. On Saturday evening that house was packed with friends who came to welcome them and give them happy greetings for their wedded life. Mrs. Berglund is a former teacher here in our school, and Mr. Berglund has lived here practically all his life. Both have many friends who extend to them congratulations.

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BENNETT, George / NEWBY, Mae - marriage

Jeffrey_Elmer — 18 Dec 2007 6:57:46 GMT

The Enterprise, White Salmon, WA., June 30, 1924, page 6

BENNETT – NEWBY

Miss Mae Newby of this city and Mr. Geo. Bennett of Portland were married at the home of the bride’s grandmother in Portland at 8:30 p.m., June 14th, in the presence of a number of relatives and friends.

The bride, beautifully gowned in white satin faced with canton crepe, and carrying a bouquet of white rose buds tinted with pink, and white sweet peas and lilies of the valley, was given away by her father W.Y. Newby, of White Salmon. The ring bearer, little Berenice Mickel, the three-year-old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Albert Mickel, was dressed in yellow organdy, while the bridesmaid, Miss Margaret Newby, looked beautiful in pale blue crepe de chine and carried a bouquet of pink carnations. The groom was attended by Mr. Alvin Wicklund.

The home was beautifully decorated for the occasion in pink and white roses, and the wedding march was played by Miss Bernice Schrantz of Portland. After the ceremony the wedding party marched upstairs to Mrs. B.C. Fisk’s dining room where dainty refreshments were served.

The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. W.T. Newby of White Salmon, is very popular and graduated last month from the local high school.

The newlyweds will make their home in Portland.

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BRUNE, Charles H., obituary

Jeffrey_Elmer — 18 Dec 2007 6:56:11 GMT

The Goldendale Sentinel, Goldendale, WA., August 1, 1946, page 4
“Clippings of the Past….”
By W.F. Byars

August 2, 1894

Charles H. Brune of Rockland departed this life Sunday, July 29th, 1894, aged 54 years and 4 months lacking one day. The immediate cause of death was enteric fever acting on a frame worn out and debilitated from a sickness that commenced last October. The remains were laid to rest last Monday on the farm of the deceased in the presence of a large gathering of sorrowing friends. The funeral services were conducted by Rev. A. Horn of The Dalles.

Charles H. Brune was born in Prussia March 30, 1840. He emigrated from his native country when but fourteen years of age and for a time followed the sea. In 1865 he came to The Dalles where he lived for eleven years, and for a time being engaged in the wood business, and later as part owner in the Rockland ferry. Eighteen years ago he moved on to the place where the family now lives, and since that time has permanently resided there. Twenty-nine years ago he came to the section, and by perseverance, energy and thrift he had built a comfortable home. In 1868 he was married to Miss Rose Romero. Twelve children were born to them, nine of whom survive him, seven girls and two boys. Three brothers and three sisters yet survive him, two of the brothers, William and Henry, being residents of this country. The deceased was of a kindly disposition and highly respected by all who knew him, and in his death Klickitat county looses one more of its old timers and an energetic and industrious citizen.

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HOCTOR, William, obituary

Jeffrey_Elmer — 18 Dec 2007 6:54:32 GMT

The Goldendale Sentinel, Goldendale, WA., August 1, 1946, page 4
“Clippings of the Past….”
By W.F. Byars

August 2, 1894

Died -- July 28, 1894, William Hoctor, of No. Six, aged eighteen years and eight months. The immediate cause of the young man’s death was blood poisoning, resulting from a disease contacted in the head some years ago through exposure after being overheated.

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BOYSEN, Frieda Camila, obituary

Jeffrey_Elmer — 18 Dec 2007 6:53:30 GMT

The Goldendale Sentinel, Goldendale, WA., June 15, 1944, page 1

MRS. BOYSEN TAKEN BY HEART ATTACK

Funeral services for Mrs. Fred Boysen, who died Monday evening of a heart attack, will be held Saturday at 2 o’clock at the Phillips Funeral Home, with Rev. Schramm of the Lutheran church of Klickitat, officiating.

Mrs. Boysen is survived by her husband and one son, Alfred, of Goldendale. Mrs. Boysen was a resident of Klickitat county for 19 years.

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The Goldendale Sentinel, Goldendale, WA., June 22, 1944, page 7

FRIEDA CAMILA BOYSEN

Frieda Camilla Boysen was born in Saxony, Germany, on December 14, 1885. Thirteen days after her birth she was baptized in the Name of the Triune God. At the customary age she was received into communicant membership with the Lutheran church by the rite of confirmation. Two days before her twenty-third birthday she was united in marriage with Fred Boysen at Bonn, Germany. One son, Hans Fred, was born to this union.

In 1923 she sailed for the United States together with her husband and son, arriving in Kalispell, Montana, in June of that year. Two years later the family came to Klickitat, and it was here that the departed one made her home until the hour of her death.

She became a member of Grace Lutheran church, Klickitat, immediately upon her arrival, and until her impaired health made it impossible for her to attend, she was a faithful worshiper in the Lord’s house.

Ailing for several years due to a weakened heart condition, she passed away at her home in Klickitat on late Monday afternoon, June 12, 1944, at the age of 58 years, five months, and 29 days.

She leaves to mourn her departure her devoted husband, Fred Boysen; her departed husband, Fred Boysen; Emma nee Seibold; two brothers, Alfred and Max Lange; and one sister, Mrs. Heinrich Gassman, the latter three all residing in Germany.

The funeral services were conducted by the Rev. E.R. Schramm, pastor of the Grace Lutheran church, Klickitat, at 2 p.m., Saturday, at Phillips Funeral Chapel in Goldendale. Interment followed in the I.O.O.F. cemetery.

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BATH, D.W., obituary

Jeffrey_Elmer — 18 Dec 2007 6:51:20 GMT

The Goldendale Sentinel, Goldendale, WA., February 15, 1940, page 8

VETERAN NORTHWEST PUBLISHER DIES

Death wrote “thirty” to their life of D.W. Bath, veteran Pacific Northwest newspaper man at Corvallis, Oregon, February 8. Mr. Bath was the father of Irving S. Bath, for many years publisher of the Goldendale Sentinel.

Funeral services for the 90-year-old newspaperman were held Saturday morning from the Hollingsworth Mayflower chapel and burial was in Riverview cemetery in Portland.

Mr. Bath was born July 10, 1850 in Lansingburg, New York. In 1882 he was married to Imogene Birdsey at Madison, Wis. He was preceded in death by his wife who passed away in 1929. Survivors include: one daughter, Mrs. W.C. Galloway, Corvallis; two sons, Irving S., of Portland; and Gerald H. of Hollywood, Calif.; and five grandchildren.

Mr. Bath came to Oregon in 1904 and located at Hillsboro, where he purchased the Hillsboro Independent. Later he became identified with the Cottage Grove Sentinel, the North Plain Sentinel, and later, for a time, with The Goldendale Sentinel. Between his newspaper activities Mr. Bath operated a job printing establishment in Tacoma.

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MALLORY, George W., obituary

Jeffrey_Elmer — 18 Dec 2007 6:49:45 GMT

The Goldendale Sentinel, Goldendale, WA., May 26, 1932, page 5

GEORGE W. MALLORY

The death of George W. Mallory, a former resident of this section, occurred at McMinnville, Oregon, May 11th, following a major operation.

He was born in Whitehall, Wis., in 1868. In 1898 remarried to Miss Cynthia Hornibrook. Ten children were born. Survivors besides the widow, include Mary, Wilbur, Glen and Albert, of Yamhill; Mr. and Mrs. M.M. Tolliver, of Gaston, and Mrs. F.E. Thacker, of Sheridan; one brother, Melvin Mallory, of Newberg; four sisters, Mrs. Frank Briggs, of Independence, Wis.; Mrs. Alma Cummings, of Alma Center, Wis.; Miss Ethel Mallory, of Whitehall, Wis.

Mr. Mallory was a resident of Yamhill for 20 years, engaged in the dairy business. He was also a member of the Odd Fellows lodge. The funeral was conducted from the Christian church May 12th, at Yamhill, Rev. A.S. Bash officiating.

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BRUMSICKLE, James Garfield / BINFORD, Allene Ellen - marriage

Jeffrey_Elmer — 18 Dec 2007 6:16:57 GMT

The Bickleton News, Bickleton, WA., November 5, 1926, page 3

BRUMSICKLE – BINFORD

On Saturday October 24, 1926, a very quiet wedding took place, when Allene Ellen Binford, elder daughter of Mr. and Mrs. W.A. Binford, was united in marriage to James Garfield Brumsickle.

The ceremony was performed by Rev. Hartley of Sunnyside, the ring ceremony being used. Miss Nola Binford, sister of the bride was a bridesmaid and Bobbie Clark of Roosevelt was best man. The bride was dressed in white georgette, with a veil, and carried a bouquet of bride’s roses. Her attendant wore baby blue and carried pink carnations. The wedding march was played by Miss Magart of Spokane.

Following the ceremony, dinner was served to the guests. Those present were Mr. and Mrs. Brumsickle, Mr. and Mrs. W.A. Binford, Mrs. Nola Binford, Bobbie Clarke, Rev. Hartley, Mrs. E.G. Thompson of Sunnyside, Cecil Tate and Miss Eva Magart.

The young couple will make their home in Ellensburg, where Mrs. Brumsickle will continue her studies at Ellensburg state Normal school -- Sentinel.

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BAXTER, Albert E., obituary

Jeffrey_Elmer — 18 Dec 2007 6:14:33 GMT

The Goldendale Sentinel, Goldendale, WA., August 22, 1946, page 1

A.F. BAXTER FOUND DEAD AT HOME; SERVICES TUESDAY

Albert F. Baxter, 74, was found dead in his home last Thursday, death having occurred the day before, it is believed. Funeral services will be held from the Phillips Funeral Home Thursday at 2 p.m. with C.B. Shropshire of the Church of Christ, officiating. Interment will be made in the I.O.O.F. cemetery.

Mr. Baxter was born in Kansas. He was a chiropractor for 14 years in Kansas and Wisconsin. Following an accident in which he received a severe head injury, he retired from the profession.

Mr. Baxter came to Goldendale 10 years ago and was well known in this community. He is survived by three sons, Edgar Raymond and Lynn Alva, both of San Francisco, Calif., Oren Richard, of Janesville, Wisconsin and one daughter and Evelyn R. Baxter, of Spokane.

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CHAPPELL, Charles Darwin, obituary

Jeffrey_Elmer — 18 Dec 2007 6:12:53 GMT

The Goldendale Sentinel, Goldendale, WA., June 20, 1935, page 3

CHARLES DARWIN CHAPPELL

Charles Darwin Chappell was born at Salem, Oregon, June 17th, 1869, and passed away June 10th, 1935. He came with his parents, the late William H. and Mary E. Chapell, to Goldendale in October, 1878, and has made this his home ever since.

He leaves three children to mourn his loss, one daughter and two sons. He had been in failing health for some time, and his son Darwin has cared for him the past few months. He also leaves two sisters and two brothers, Miss Mary E. Chapell, of Goldendale, Mrs. Almon Baker, of Los Angeles, Calif., William H. Chappell, of Vancouver, Wash., and John E. Chapell, of Portland, Ore.

Funeral services were held from the Chapman Chapel, Wednesday afternoon, June 12th, 1935, Rev. R.H. Allen conducting the same, interment following in the I.O.O.F. cemetery.

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BLAIR, John Battiest, obituary

Jeffrey_Elmer — 18 Dec 2007 6:10:51 GMT

The Goldendale Sentinel, Goldendale, WA., June 20, 1935, page 7

PROMINENT KLICKITAT MAN PASSES AT HOOD RIVER

KLICKITAT – Dr. Balsiger, of White Salmon, was called to attend Mr. Blair, Sr., who rushed Mr. Blair to the Hood River hospital, where he died a few hours later. The remains were sent to Goldendale. The funeral was held Monday, June 1. Deepest sympathy of the community is extended to the bereaved family.

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The Goldendale Sentinel, Goldendale, WA., June 20, 1935, page 3

JOHN BATTIEST BLAIR

John Battiest Blair was born in Quebec, Canada, in the year 1851. He spent the earlier part of his life in Canada, and in the state of Vermont. He was united in marriage to Miss Sophia K. Brough in the year of 1871. To this union were born six children, five sons and one daughter; Emmet, John, Fred, Wilfred, Alfred and Josephine.

He came to Washington in the year of 1889 and made his home in Klickitat, in the year of 1927, where he lived until the time of his sudden death, on June 14th, 1935. He passed away at the Hood River, Oregon, hospital. He leaves to mourn his loss, his widow, Mrs. Sophia K. Blair, three sons, John Blair, Sommers, Montana, Fred G. Blair, Klickitat, Wash., Albert B. Blair, Yakima, Wash., one daughter, Mrs. Josephine Monroe, Klickitat, Wash.; also 13 grandchildren and sixteen great grandchildren.

Funeral services were held from the Chapman Chapel in Goldendale, Monday, June 17th, 1935, at 2:30 p.m., Rev. E. Schramm, of Klickitat, officiating. Interment followed in the I.O.O.F. cemetery at Goldendale.

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BILLY, Jacob, death

Jeffrey_Elmer — 18 Dec 2007 6:08:36 GMT

The Goldendale Sentinel, Goldendale, WA., August 29, 1935, page 8

INDIAN DANCES ON BRIDGE; OVER FALLS TO DEATH

Jacob Billy, 22, Rock Creek Indian, met his death last week as he was staging a war dance on a railroad bridge for the amusement of admiring Indian maidens and squaws. He stumbled during the course of his antics and fell 50 feet from the S.P. & S. railroad bridge at Celilo, dying several hours later at The Dalles hospital where he was taken by ambulance.

Billie was married and had three children. He was at the Celilo Indian settlement for the salmon fishing season.

Investigation reveals that the Indian, apparently intoxicated, had been doing hand stands on the bridge, leaping from tie to tie in a mimic war dance. Squaws saw him tumble and pitch over the edge of the bridge. Officials are of the opinion that his death was entirely accidental.

Vena Miller, a 14-year-old Indian girl of Klamath Falls, who saw Jacob Billy stage the war dance and fall from the railroad bridge, indulged in some wine and several days later attempted to repeat his performance.

The Indian girl was one of the first to rush to the Indian’s aid when he lay crumpled on the rocks after he fell. Apparently, officials believe, she became hysterical after drinking the wine and attempted to emulate his performance. She was prevented from jumping at the same spot by two Indian women who took her from the bridge several times before the state police were notified.

The girl was taken to The Dalles where it is planned to hold a sanity hearing. Officials, however, discovered that she had been drinking wine and put her in the county jail to recuperate.

As an aftermath of the affair, Joe Miller, a resident of The Dalles, was arrested and charged with selling liquor to Indians. He was given a preliminary hearing and was then turned over to federal agents for prosecution.

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BERKSTRESSER, Stella Lucille, obituary

Jeffrey_Elmer — 18 Dec 2007 6:06:43 GMT

The Goldendale Sentinel, Goldendale, WA., January 24, 1929, page 3
“Local News”

Stella Lucille Berkstresser, aged five years, ten months and ten days, died at the home of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. R.A. Berkstresser, at Klickitat last Sunday morning, following an illness of some time with heart trouble. The remains were brought to Goldendale by M.W. Chapman, and the funeral was held Tuesday at the chapel, interment following in the I.O.O.F. cemetery.

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BERRY, Arthur Leon, obituary

Jeffrey_Elmer — 18 Dec 2007 6:00:29 GMT

The Mt. Adams Sun, Bingen, WA., August 17, 1958, page 1

PUBLISHER’S FATHER DIES

Funeral services were held Monday, August 4, in LaGrande, Oregon for Arthur Leon Berry, father of the publisher of the Mt. Adams Sun, and Walter M. Berry, the Sun’s shopman.

Death, the culmination of arteriosclerosis, occurred about 2 a.m. Saturday, August 2. Burial was in Summerville, Ore. Pallbearers were all nephews: Harvey, Jessie, John, Ralph and Verne Berry and Bill Thomas.

The deceased was born in Arkansas and made three trips to and from Oregon by covered wagon before he was 12 years old. After starting out as a pioneer teacher, Mr. Berry turned to farming and selling.

He is survived by his widow Della S. of LaGrande; six sons, Guy of Pilot Rock, Ore.; Leon W. of Bingen; Elton E. of Union, Ore.; George M. of Helix, Ore.; Robt. L. of Portland; and Walter M. of Bingen.

Also four daughters; Mrs. L.W. Brooks, Portland, Mrs. C.M. Orton, Astoria; Mrs. Alex Nagy, Union; and Mrs. Verne Pieper of LaGrande; 30 grandchildren and three great grandchildren.

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BALSIGER, Henry / NELSON, Martha - marriage

Jeffrey_Elmer — 18 Dec 2007 5:57:49 GMT

The Enterprise, White Salmon, WA., September 5, 1924, page 6

BALSIGER – NELSON WEDDING

Mr. Henry A. Balsiger, formerly of this city, and Mrs. Martha Nelson were united in marriage at the home of the bride’s parent’s, Mr. and Mrs. N.E. Nelson, of Camas, Wash., Saturday, August 23rd, at 2 o’clock p.m. The bride was beautifully dressed in a gown of white crepe de chine and silk lace. She carried a bouquet of white rose buds. Miss Grace Warren, a friend of the bride, was bridesmaid, while John Nelson, the bride’s brother, acted as best man. Rev. Laurence, of the Stevenson M.E. church, performed the ceremony. The wedding march was played by Miss Esther Balsiger, of White Salmon. After showers of rice and presents, dainty refreshments were served to the 41 friends and relatives present.

The newlyweds departed about 3:30 for California. A number of those present at the wedding followed in cars to the Stevenson ferry to see them safely on their way. Mr. and Mrs. Balsiger intend to motor to California and will visit friends and relatives on the way. They will return in February.

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BINFORD, Wallace Allen, obituary

Jeffrey_Elmer — 18 Dec 2007 5:55:59 GMT

The Goldendale Sentinel, Goldendale, WA., May 19, 1932, page 3
“Local News”

Word was received in Goldendale Tuesday of the death of W.A. Binford, a former resident of this place, but for several years past living at Sunnyside. Death was due to appendicitis. An obituary will be published later.

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The Goldendale Sentinel, Goldendale, WA., May 26, 1932, page 1

OBITUARY

Funeral services were held last Wednesday at 2 o’clock in the Ball Undertaking Co. chapel for Wallace Allen Binford, 62, who died Monday, May 16th, in a Yakima hospital. Mr. Binford, who had ranched in this community for years, died following an operation. He was born in Indiana, Jan. 26th, 1870. Members of the family are the widow and two daughters. Burial was in the Sunnyside Cemetery. -- Sunnyside Sun.

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WASH, W.A., obituary

Jeffrey_Elmer — 18 Dec 2007 5:54:12 GMT

The Klickitat County Agriculturist, Goldendale, WA., December 24, 1915, page 2
“Obituary”

W.A. WASH

W.A. Wash, who died recently at Estacada, Oregon, was a prominent figure in the early school of newspaper editors in the states of Washington and Oregon.

In the 80’s he came to Goldendale, and for several years was at the head of the Goldendale public schools, and later going into the newspaper business here. In 1888 he sold out and moved to Polk County, Oregon.

As a soldier in the Civil War and as an educator he had a notable career. It was as editor of the Polk County Itemizer, which he purchased from Graham Glass, of Portland, in 1888, that he gained and held a place of prominence among the editors of that state. At the time of his retirement from the newspaper field, he was one of the oldest editors, in point of continuous activity in charge of one publication, in the state. Mr. Wash was born in Kentucky in 1840 and leaves a widow and daughter.

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Columbus Barnes Obituary Lookup

jmc012 — 7 Dec 2007 3:33:38 GMT

Jeffery
I wonder if you could do a obit lookup for me when you have time, I'm looking for the obit of Columbus Barnes who died 10 Sep 1942 in Portland, I'm almost sure there should be an obit in Goldendale paper.
barnesgen@cox.net
Thanks a bunch !
Jim

Henry F. Roberts & Elizabeth J. Roberts

labonzzz — 4 Oct 2007 9:19:08 GMT

Trying to located any ancestors or find information on this family . Henry was born about 1836 in Indiana. Lived in North Harrisburg (1900 & 1910 census)and Klickitat, WA (1880 census). They had a son Edward F. Roberts b. 1882 living in Tigard, Washington Oregon (1930 census) wife was Agnes. Henry also had a daughter Myrtle b. 1880 who married a Milton Hearn. They had a daughter Bessie G. b. 1889.
Henry's daughter Ida b. 1878 married a Kenneth Bennett who died in Yamhill, Oregon. They had a son Chester H. Bennett b. 1892 home in 1930 was Wichita, Clackamas, Oreg. This is as far as I've been able to trace.

BURGEN, W.C., obituary

Jeffrey_Elmer — 5 Mar 2005 8:02:39 GMT

The Klickitat County Agriculturist, Goldendale, WA., December 7, 1928, page 1

NOTED IN EARLY KLICKITAT HISTORY

W.C. Burgen, who passed away recently, is survived by his widow, Mrs. Mary A. Burgen, and three children, as follows:

William Burgen, Mrs. Sylvia Fox, of Corvallis, and George Burgen. Also 7 grandchildren, two brothers and five sisters.

Thos. Burgen of Euphrata; Oscar Burgen of Spokane; Mrs. Jane Thompson of Cliffs; Mrs. Mary Wallis of Portland; Mrs. Emma Pearce, Kent, Wash.; Mrs. Nancy Graham and Mrs. Frank Branton, Goldendale.

Mr. Burgen began his career as a cowboy at the age of 15 working for an eastern Oregon stockman; was a scout for the U.S. Army, and the Wells-Fargo express companies, and later an express rider. He was in this class of work altogether some 25 years.

Mr. Burgen was born in Marion county, Or., in 1853. When 3 years of age he came to Klickitat county, with his father, John S. Burgen, who was one of the first settlers here to establish a home.

When the first railroads came to the coast and the northwest, he went to Portland for a few years. In the late 60’s he came back to Klickitat, and for 5 years engaged in farming on a wheat ranch in the No. 6 section, near Goldendale; and along about 1892 he sold the farm and bought a house in this city.

Shortly after he moved to this city he became a deputy sheriff and later was elected sheriff, and served two terms, the legal limit.

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Masonic Cemetery

carol collins — 21 Feb 2007 11:57:25 GMT

Does anyone know if the name of the Masonic Cemetery, has changed. I am looking for a death/burial that took place in 1901,information available, burial took place at the Masonic Cemetery, Goldendale,Washington. Please reply to carolleecollins@charter.net

SIDNEY G. DORRIS

JeffreyLElmer — 4 Jul 2001 5:37:50 GMT

MONTGOMERY, T.B., obituary

Jeffrey_Elmer — 10 Nov 2007 5:13:20 GMT

The Klickitat County Agriculturist, Goldendale, WA., December 24, 1915, page 2
“Obituary”

T.B. MONTGOMERY

T.B. Montgomery, who moved to Portland several years ago, died on Wednesday of this week. He had a large acquaintance all over Klickitat, and was highly esteemed by his friends. Some 10 years ago he held the office of county treasurer for two terms. The funeral services will be held on Sunday, from his residence, under the auspices of the Masonic fraternity. A more extended obituary will appear later.

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ALDRICH, Frank, obituary

Jeffrey_Elmer — 10 Nov 2007 5:12:33 GMT

The Klickitat County Agriculturist, Goldendale, WA., January 14, 1916, page 2
“County Doings”

Frank Aldrich, of Goldendale, the former well known banker, who has resided in The Dalles several months, died in his apartments Monday morning at 8 o’clock. The immediate cause of death is attributed to Brights disease. Mr. Aldrich went over to The Dalles from Goldendale for medical treatment. Later he became a believer in the Christian Science faith. His condition was thought to be improved up to the night before his death, when a sudden turn for the worse was noticed. He leaves a widow and several children. The remains were brought to Goldendale for interment, the funeral services being held here on Wednesday. Frank Aldrich was for many years a well-known figure in central Washington and Oregon as a grain buyer, stockmen and banker. Mr. Aldrich was born in Clinton county, Michigan, in 1859, and came to Klickitat in 1892. For several years he was employed as a grain buyer for the Pacific Coast Elevator Co., of Portland, and the Wasco Warehouse Co., of The Dalles; and later went into the business himself, acquiring control of the Goldendale Milling Co., and a chain of warehouses. About 15 years ago he also engaged in the sheep business and at one time was the head of the Toppenish Land and Livestock Co., a concern that owned the White Swan ranch on the Yakima reservation, and ran from 15,000 to 20,000 head of sheep. Financial reserves following the failure of the Commercial Bank of Vancouver in 1904 forced him to sacrifice large realty holdings and his livestock interests. He was still engaged in the sheep business at Glenwood at the time of his death. Mr. Aldrich was president of the Goldendale Milling Co.’s bank, at Goldendale, which went into voluntary liquidation in 1908. The Goldendale lodge W. of W. was organized by Mr. Aldrich, who was a charter member, some 20 years ago, and he always continued his membership in it.

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SCAMMON, Bud, obituary

Jeffrey_Elmer — 10 Nov 2007 5:11:21 GMT

The Klickitat County Agriculturist, Goldendale, WA., February 11, 1916, page 2
“County Doings”

Bud Scammon, a former well-known resident of Goldendale, and a brother of Mrs. W.C. Burgen, died at his home in Alaska on January 15, 1916. He was about 45 years of age, and the immediate cause of death was heart trouble.

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LONGBRAKE, Mrs. Elijah, obituary

Jeffrey_Elmer — 10 Nov 2007 5:10:20 GMT

The Klickitat County Agriculturist, Goldendale, WA., February 11, 1916, page 2
“County Doings”

Mrs. Longbrake, wife of Elijah Hull Longbrake, pastor of the Methodist church at Lewiston, Idaho, died suddenly February 5th, at the family residence. She is survived by the husband and a nine-year-old daughter. Funeral services were held at the church Sunday afternoon, and the body was taken east by the Rev. Mr. Longbrake for interment. Rev. Longbrake was pastor of the Goldendale Methodist church before his pastorate at Lewiston.

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BRODIE, Frank C., obituary

Jeffrey_Elmer — 10 Nov 2007 5:09:11 GMT

The Klickitat County Agriculturist, Goldendale, WA., February 11, 1916, page 2
“County Doings”

Frank C. Brodie, a former well-known jeweler in Goldendale some years ago, died at his home in Portland February 3rd, 1916, aged 58 years. From Goldendale he went to Sumpter, Oregon, but some five or six years ago moved to Portland, where he was engaged in the watch repairing business. He had been incapacitated for steady work for a long time, due to heart trouble. Many old-time friends in Goldendale will regret to hear of his death. He was a native of England, highly skilled in watch making and repairing, devoted close attention to work, and adhered to honorable methods in his dealings with others. Peace to his ashes.

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BISHOP, M.S., obituary

Jeffrey_Elmer — 10 Nov 2007 5:08:14 GMT

The Klickitat County Agriculturist, Goldendale, WA., January 4, 1918, page 3

DEATH OF M.S. BISHOP
Succumbs in Hospital to Internal Injuries Received in Auto Accident

M.S. Bishop, of Goldendale, now in Portland visiting relatives, was severely injured while in that city a few days ago, when he was struck by an automobile. Mr. Bishop, who is 77 years of age, was crossing Broadway with his son-in-law, John D. Sampson, of 981 Montana avenue, as the automobile, driven by a man named Fike, came south on Broadway. Fike said that his windshield, which was in position, was obscured by rain and that it was therefore impossible for him to see Mr. Bishop. Mr. Bishop was that once hurried to the Good Samaritan hospital, where he was found to have a severe scalp wound. It was a very close call from death for Mr. Bishop, for he escaped being killed by almost a miracle.

Later

Portland papers of Monday, however, state that Mr. Bishop passed away Sunday night.

According to a statement made by Mr. Fike to Harry P. Coffin of the public safety commission the night of the accident, the wind shield was covered with fog caused by the heavy rain and he did not know that he had struck Mr. Bishop until he had carried him several yards. When he brought the car to a stop the rear wheels were resting on the man’s body. The coroner’s office will hold and inquest, after which the remains will be brought to Goldendale for interment.

For many years M.S. Bishop ran a shingle mill near Blockhouse, the only institution of the kind in the county, and did a large business. The mill was finally discontinued, shingles being brought in from the outside at prices he could not meet. Later the property was sold and Mr. Bishop moved to this city, where he had since resided.

The funeral will be held at Goldendale on Friday, January 4th.

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BLAINE, Gretta, obituary

Jeffrey_Elmer — 10 Nov 2007 5:06:43 GMT

The Enterprise, White Salmon, WA., May 6, 1954, page 1

FUNERAL OF MRS. GRETTA BLAINE AT 10:30 TODAY

Mrs. Gretta Blaine of Bingen, who has been ill for some time, passed away Sunday morning at 7:30 o’clock in Portland at the St. Vincent Hospital. Funeral services will be held here this Thursday morning at 10:30 o’clock at the Gardner Funeral Home, with burial, and graveside services in Yakima.

Mrs. Blaine was a woman held in high esteem by everyone. She was always ready to help her friends, and was loved by the young as well as the older people.

The Enterprise has known Mrs. Blaine for a long time, as she was correspondent for their paper, and always gave her very best up to the time of her illness.

We join her friends in extending to the family our very deepest and sincere sympathy at this time.

Obituary on page three.

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The Enterprise, White Salmon, WA., May 6, 1954, page 3

FUNERAL FOR MRS. GRETTA BLAINE TODAY

Gretta Lillian Rutherford was born July 5th, 1884 at Thetford County, Indiana, near the town which is now Gwynnville. She moved with her parents to Pacific County, Washington at the age of 15. She was united in marriage to Lewis G. Blaine March 10th, 1902, and moved to their farm home at Flint, Michigan where they lived until 1912. They then moved west again to Gilliam County, Oregon. They later settled in the Glenwood Valley where Mr. Blaine was engaged in dairying until his death in March 1938.

Mrs. Blaine and her invalid son Estel settled at her present home in Bingen where she resided till her death.

To this union was born three children. Two sons preceded her in death: Claude A. Blaine and Estel D. Blaine, and one daughter, Mrs. Anabel Fink who survives. Also surviving are one sister, Mrs. Glenna Wristen of Concord, California; One brother, Mr. Frank Rutherford of Ordinance, Oregon. Six grandchildren: Mrs. Merle McCall of White Salmon; Mrs. Richard Sether of Portland; Richard Walker of Underwood; Gayle Fink of Underwood; Mrs. Jerry Clark of Edmonds, Wash.; Lt. Commander V.E. Blaine of Monterey, Calif. Fifteen great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be held Thursday morning at 10:30 May 6th at Gardners Funeral Home with interment in the family plot at Terrace Heights Memorial.

Active pallbearers: Ed Eaton, Bill Basford, Tony Panko, Orville Kuhnhausen, George Cox and Gus Famulos. Honorary pall bearers: Charles Haines, Ove Smith, Stacey Reeves, George Wellenbrock, Bud Hoisington, and Mr. Hiller (of Bingen).

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BARNES, Marjorie - JONES, Norman, marriage

Jeffrey_Elmer — 10 Nov 2007 5:04:48 GMT

The Goldendale Sentinel, Goldendale, WA., June 28, 1928, page 8

BARNES – JONES

Miss Marjorie Barnes, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Harvey Barnes, of this city, and Norman Jones, of Wishram, were united in marriage on Sunday, June 24th, at the home of Rev. and Mrs. Jordan, at Maryhill. A very impressive ring ceremony was used.

Only the immediate relatives and friends were present. Miss Marjorie Locy, of Goldendale, and Bert Radliff, of Wishram, where the witnesses.

The bride was beautifully dressed in a tan lace dress and carried a bouquet of pink rose buds and sweet peas.

The young couple departed immediately for Spokane on their way to Seattle, Bellingham, Vancouver, B.C. and other places. They will make their home for the present at Wishram, and will be at home to their friends about July 5th.

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BURNSIDE, Clarence A., obituary

Jeffrey_Elmer — 10 Nov 2007 5:03:16 GMT

The Mt. Adams Sun, Bingen, WA., May 7, 1953, page 2

C. BURNSIDE DIES SUNDAY

Clarence A. Burnside, 70, of White Salmon died Sunday morning, May 3, at Skyline Hospital where he has been under care since January 15. On Tuesday Mr. and Mrs. F.N. Thomas left for Sioux Falls, S.D. to escort the remains to his former home for burial beside his wife, Rena who died 20 years ago.

The deceased was born at Vinton, Iowa, Feb. 9, 1883 and moved with his parents to Sioux Falls when he was three months old. His father, the late George W. Burnside, was the Mayor of Sioux Falls for the better part of 26 years. A recent article in the Argus Leader called him the City Builder and gave him major credit for the city’s growth from a small town to 55,000.

Clarence Burnside retired from the Postal Service shortly after the death of his wife and moved to White Salmon. Until his retirement, he owned his own fruit ranch and worked as a warehouseman in Underwood.

The deceased was a member of the Elks for 49 years and belonged to the Masonic Blue Lodge for Consistory and the El Riad Shrine of Sioux Falls. He is survived by two sisters, Mrs. George Allen of Fort Lauderdale, Florida, and Mrs. Fred N. Thomas; two nephews, George B. Thomas of White Salmon, and Reed Thomas, 413 East 28th St., Sioux Falls.

The funeral services will be held on Monday. Miller’s Funeral Home in Sioux Falls is in charge of arrangements.

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Jonathan Wesley Jones

Larry Jones — 14 Oct 2005 8:55:24 GMT

My father was born in Ellensburg Wa Sept 12 1912, His name was Jonathan Wesley Jones. I am trying to find out any information I can.

Thanks

Larry

BURNSIDE, Clarence - obituary

Jeffrey_Elmer — 2 Nov 2007 6:16:51 GMT

BOORMAN, George - obituary

Jeffrey_Elmer — 2 Nov 2007 6:15:07 GMT

The Hood River Glacier, Hood River, OR., June 29, 1905, page 7

MEETS HIS DEATH IN WHITE SALMON RIVER

Report reached this city yesterday of the drowning of George Boorman shortly before noon in the waters of the White Salmon river. George was in the employ of the Menominee Lumber Co., driving logs in the White Salmon river. It is said the young man started to wade the stream. He was a good swimmer, but possibly was carried by the swift waters under the logs, and there drowned.

His brother, Eben, in company with Frank Pierce and Will Wheeler, went to the scene of the accident shortly after noon in search for the body.

George was 22 years old, and the son of Mr. and Mrs. W.S. Boorman, who reside on Phelps creek, two and a half miles west of the city. His parents have the sympathy of the community in their sudden grief. The young man was strong of physique and bright of mind.

Later -- George, it seems, started to wade the stream about a mile and a half above the mouth. He was cautioned not to do so by Frank Pierce, who was with him. Getting into deeper water, the raging current held him under and the lad was drowned, while Mr. Pierce, though near at hand, was unable to render assistance.

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OSTEN, C.J. / KING, Idalia - wedding

Jeffrey_Elmer — 2 Nov 2007 6:13:16 GMT

The Enterprise, White Salmon, WA., December 31, 1920, page 1

OSTEN-KING WEDDING

A very pretty home wedding occurred Christmas afternoon at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Geo. F. King, of White Salmon, when their daughter, Idalia Mary, and Mr. C.J. Osten, a newspaper man of Madras, Oregon, were married in the presence of the immediate family and a few friends, Rev. O.A. Stillman officiating.

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BRYANT, H.D. - obituary

Jeffrey_Elmer — 2 Nov 2007 6:10:54 GMT

The Enterprise, White Salmon, WA., December 31, 1920, page 1

H.D. BRYANT DEAD
Former Panakanic Resident Dies From Fall From Barn

H.D. Bryant, a well-known resident of Gaston, Oregon, died suddenly Thursday December 23, as the result of a fall sustained while at work on a barn on the home place.

Mr. Bryant had been a resident of the Gaston community for almost 40 years, with the exception of about ten years passed on a ranch in Klickitat county. He was the son of Charles Wesley and Mary Fay Bryant, pioneers of Oregon, and born in Clackamas County, Oregon, February 18, 1855.

Mr. Bryant with united in marriage to Florence Brock June 24, 1877, at Gaston and to the union three children were born – Archie Bryant of Forest Grove, Mrs. Mabel Meresse of McMinnville and Claude H. Bryant at Gaston.

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BROOKS, R.L. - obituary

Jeffrey_Elmer — 2 Nov 2007 6:09:27 GMT

The Goldendale Sentinel, Goldendale, WA., July 21, 1932, page 1

SUDDEN DEATH CALLS KLICKITAT RESIDENT

R.L. Brooks, manager of the Gas-Ice Co., a Klickitat, died of heart failure last night about nine o’clock. Mr. Brooks has been in good health and had worked during the day. Following his evening meal he complained of being depressed, and retired to his room. A doctor was summoned later, but by that time Mr. Brooks had passed away. Death is supposed to be attributed to acute indigestion, and heart failure.

Merle W. Chapman was summoned to take care of the remains. He will leave tonight with the remains for Seattle, where funeral services are to be held. Besides his wife two children survived Mr. Brooks. Since opening of the gas-ice organization of Klickitat, he has been active manager, and spent most of his time at that place. He made his home with W.B. Yates and family. Mr. Brooks is somewhat acquainted locally since coming to this section, and his death will be a shock to many.

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The Enterprise, White Salmon, WA., July 29, 1932, page 1

SUDDEN DEATH TAKES KLICKITAT BUSINESS MAN

R.L. Brooks, manager of the Gas Ice Co., at Klickitat, died of heart failure last Wednesday night about nine o’clock. Mr. Brooks has been in good health and had worked during the day. Following his evening meal he complained of being depressed and retired to his room. A doctor was summoned later, but by that time Mr. Brooks had passed away. Besides his wife, two children survive. Funeral services were held in Seattle.

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MOORE, Mary / LOVE, Norman - wedding

Jeffrey_Elmer — 2 Nov 2007 6:06:56 GMT

The Goldendale Sentinel, Goldendale, WA., March 1, 1928, page 1

MOORE-LOVE

Miss Mary E. Moore of Klickitat, Wash., became the bride of Norman G. Love of Bend, Oregon, Tuesday evening, February 14, with Rev. Ira R. Aldrich performing the wedding ceremony. The marriage was solemnized at the home of Mrs. John Debuis, 236 Newport avenue.

Miss Teresa Sohler of Hillsboro, and Harry Mullikin of Bend, where attendants. The bride wore a bouffant frock of rose beige taffeta and carried a shower bouquet. Miss Sohler’s dress was of pale green georgette, and she wore a corsage of pink roses.

The house was decorated with daffodils and pussy willows, yellow candles adding a pleasing touch.

The bride, accompanied by her mother, Mrs. Frank Moore and Miss Sohler, arrived in Bend Sunday.

Mr. and Mrs. Love are making their home in Bend, Oregon, where he is employed at Skaggs grocery.

Mr. Love is the son of Mrs. George Ponting of Goldendale.

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WICKLUND, Gladys / AXTEL, George - wedding

Jeffrey_Elmer — 2 Nov 2007 6:05:01 GMT

The Goldendale Sentinel, Goldendale, WA., March 1, 1928, page 1

WICKLUND-AXTEL

Miss Gladys Margarette Wicklund, daughter of George Wicklund of Goldendale, became the bride of Herbert B. Axtell of Hillsboro, Oregon, at a lovely wedding Sunday afternoon at the home of Mr. and Mrs. A.R. Youngquist, Rev. Max Stowe officiating.

The bride was accompanied by little June Hoctor, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Hoctor. Mrs. John Hoctor played the wedding march. The bride was given in marriage by her father.

The house was beautifully decorated with pink sweet peas and the ceremony took place beneath a large bell of sweet peas and fern.

The bride was lovely in a bouffant dress of pale pink georgette shading to a deeper pink in the ruffles on the skirt. Her veil was arranged with a coronet of orange blossoms and she carried a shower bouquet of white sweet peas and lilies of the valley. The little attendant was also dressed in pink and carried a colonial bouquet of the pastel sweet peas.

After the ceremony a wedding dinner was served, the bride and groom leaving immediately after for their home in Hillsboro, Oregon.

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Obituary lookup request

patpyle43 — 26 Oct 2007 1:44:45 GMT

Charles E SHEW
Place of Death: Klickitat
Date of Death: 05 Oct 1953
Age: 59
Gender: M
Certificate:18328(Washington Death Index,1940-1996 Record)

Obit Lookup - Marcella Montgomery in the Goldendale Sentinal

KarenDeSanno81 — 9 Feb 2006 6:24:12 GMT

Would someone be so kind as to lookup an obituary for Marcella Sylvania Montgomery - Jun-06-2002 p5

Thank you every so much!

Obituary lookup request

patpyle43 — 26 Oct 2007 1:39:14 GMT

Mary E SHEW
Place of Death: Klickitat
Date of Death: 13 Dec 1947
Age: 50
Gender: F
Certificate:79 (Washington Death Index,1940-1996 Record)