Daniel Arritola
Edward Lee Calder
Alice Cole
Martha Gorham
John Earl Hoskins
Delbert Miller
Lillian Newton
Harold ‘Ben’ Salisbury
Thomas Weems
Danile Arritola
(Oct. 22, 1946-July 9, 2010)
Daniel Richard Arritola, 63, passed away July 9, 2010, of lung cancer.
Funeral services will be held Thursday, July 15, 2010, at 1 p.m. at the First Church of the Nazarene in Baker City, Ore. Refreshments will be served afterwards at the Nazarene Church Family Life Center. A second funeral service will be held at the Jordan Valley Grade School Gymnasium in Jordan Valley, Oregon Saturday, July 17, 2010, at 11 a.m. Mountain Time. Interment will be at the Jordan Valley Cemetery and a reception will follow at the Catholic Church parish hall in Jordan Valley.
Dan was born Oct. 22, 1946, in Jordan Valley, Ore., to Paul and Felisa (Madariaga) Arritola. He spent his childhood ranching in Jordan Valley, Ore. In 1966, he enlisted in the Marine Corps. He then married the love of his life, Mary McKay on Sept. 19, 1970. Over the next 10 years, the couple had four kids, Trina, Pete, Cecilia and Martin. They continued ranching in Jordan Valley until the spring of 1993, when they moved to Baker City, Ore. Later that fall they opened Oregon Trail Livestock Supply, and have continued in that business until the present time.
Dan remained passionate about ranching throughout his life. One of his favorite things was branding calves. He was a good hand with a reata, and valued the traditions that went along with that. These were taught to him by his uncle Rich and it was important to him to pass it on to the next generation. Dan loved sports, especially high school basketball. He also enjoyed hunting and fishing. While operating the store, he loved that he could continue to work with ranchers and agricultural people. Dan liked spending time with family. He had nine grandkids that could always bring a twinkle to his eye. Anyone who knew Dan knew he had a great sense of humor.
He is survived by his wife Mary Arritola; four children, Trina and husband Dave Riley; Pete and wife Charlotte Arritola; Cicilia and husband Roland Awusie; Martin and wife Amber Arritola. Grandkids; Micaela Riley, Lane Riley, Alana Riley, Holly Arritola, Jace Riley, Casey Arritola, Faith Arritola, Claire Riley, and Blake Arritola; brother Paul Arritola; sisters, Marie Kershner, Rosie and husband Frank Pinkela, Joanne and husband Mike Odiaga.
Dan is preceded in death by his parents Paul and Felisa Arritola, Sister Patricia Arritola and brother-in-law Dick Kershner.
Memorial Contributions may be made to a charity of ones choice through Gray’s West & Co. Pioneer Chapel, 1500 Dewey Ave. Baker City, Oregon 97814.
Edward Lee Calder
(June 27, 1952-July 10, 2010)
Edward Lee Calder, 58, passed away at his home July 10, 2010, in Baker City, Ore. A celebration of Edward’s life is Saturday, July 24, 2010 at 2 p.m. at the Oregon Trail Restaurant in Baker City, Ore.
Ed was born June 27, 1952, in Baker City, Ore., to Harold and Opal (Chrissman) Calder. He went to Baker high school until he was 17 years old, at which time he joined the Army and served in Germany and Vietnam. He later returned home and married Cynda Mikesell. The couple was blessed with two children a daughter Tammy and a son Bucky. Ed tried doing carpenter work with his dad but just was not happy doing it. He then worked in the woods as a knot bumper and a skidder operator. After a few years, he moved up to a truck driver. He drove for several different companies. He worked until the 1990s when his health started getting bad. He had a long battle with problems caused by Agent Orange he contracted in Vietnam.
Ed loved the outdoors whether he was fishing, hunting or just exploring the country.
Ed is survived by his wife Cynda, his daughter Tammy and her husband Tom Marr of Tri-City, Wash.; son Buck and his wife Tammy of Baker City, Ore.; two grandsons Christian and Jonathon of Utah; a granddaughter Destini of Baker City, and a step grandson Jesse Starr; brother Ronn Calder of Baker City; brother-in-law Lee Wilson of Baker City; three sister-in-laws Sharon and husband Bruce White of Tri-Cities, Wash., Verna Calder of El Sobrante, Calif. and Nikki of Pendleton; aunt Dorothy Datson of Walla Walla, Wash., and many cousins and nephews and two nieces.
He was preceded in death by his parents Harold (Buck) and Opal Calder, his sister Sue Wilson and a half brother Tommy Calder.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the V.F.W or American Legion in his memory through Gray’s West & Co. Pioneer Chapel, 1500 Dewey Ave. Baker City, Oregon 97814.
Alice Cole
(Sept. 19, 1922 - July 4, 2010)
Alice Cole, 87, died at the home of her son and daughter-in-law Bob and Joy Cole's home in Richland on July 4, 2010. A Memorial Service will be held on Friday, July 16, 2010, 11 a.m. at the Pine Valley Presbyterian Church in Halfway, Oregon. Friends are invited to join the family for a reception immediately following at the Presbyterian Fellowship Hall. Interment will be held at a later date in Joseph, Oregon.
Alice Marie was born on September 19, 1922 to August and Mary (Eberlein) Winter in Caruthers, California. Alice's parents had escaped Russia during the revolution, going through Germany then to the U.S. via Ellis Island. The family settled and farmed in Reedley, California where they raised 3 sons Bill, Ed and Al and 2 daughters Alice and Betty.
She married Robert Cole on April 4, 1941 in Reno, Nevada. They had three sons Robert, Ronald and Terry. Alice and Bob made their home in Joseph, Oregon. Alice enjoyed being home, raising her boys and later went to work as a waitress at the Joseph Hotel. Alice was very involved in the Joseph community and attended the Grace Lutheran Church, served as President in the VFW Auxiliary, American Legion, Grange, and Toastmasters, and was lovingly known by many as "Shorty". She also enjoyed helping with the Senior Meals in Joseph and working at the Wallowa County Museum. Later when Alice was in her 70's she drove fuel truck for a helicopter company that was stationed in Halfway.
In 2000, Alice moved to Halfway to live with Bob and Joy Cole, and then these last years with them in Richland, Oregon.
Alice is survived by sons Robert "Bob" and wife Joy Cole of Richland, Oregon, Ronald and Virginia Cole of Medical Springs, Oregon, Terry and Elizabeth Cole of Joseph, Oregon; grandchildren Scott Cole, Chad Cole, Bill Cole, Alice Cole and Mariann Cole, Shelley O'Brien, great grandchildren Kyle, Jacqueline, Linden, Noah, Luke, Katie and Todd and 4 great great grandchildren Gage, Elijah, Athena and Alex.
Preceded in death by her husband Robert (1988) and grandson Brian J. Deardorff; brothers Bill and Ed.
For those who wish to make a memorial donation in memory of Alice, the family suggests the VFW Auxiliary #7847 through Tami's Pine Valley Funeral Home P.O. Box 543 Halfway, Oregon 97834.
Martina Fox
Martina A. Fox, 72, of Baker City, died June 6, 2010 at St. Elizabeth Health Services. A Graveside Memorial Service will be held Saturday, July 17, 2010 at 10 a.m. at Mt. Hope Cemetery. Arrangements by Coles Tribute Center.
Martha Gorham
(Nov. 2, 1928-June 27,2010)
Martha “Elly” Gorham, 81, of Anaheim, Calif., passed away at home on Sunday, June 27, 2010. Elly requested no services be held. Close family and friends were present to pay their last respects at Riverside National Cemetery on July 7, 2010, where her ashes reside in a special place reserved for her in the marble columbarium.
Elly was born Nov. 2, 1928, in Frankfurt, Germany, as Martha Elisabeth Sziegel, daughter to Stanislaus and Martha Sziegel. Elly lived with her mom, dad and brother, Philip, during World War II Hitler regime. Their family survived starvation, bombings of their home, and all the atrocities wartime brings. At the end of the war, she met Noel, a young U.S. Navy sailor stationed in Frankfurt to assist with the great Berlin airlift to provide the devastated German citizens with food and supplies. They fell in love and married in Germany, July 20, 1949. Moving to America, first to Holyoke, Mass.;.then Port Angeles, Wash.; then to their final and current residence in Anaheim, Calif.
She is survived by her husband of 62 years, Noel V. Gorham; her daughter Renee and husband Mark Gerber of Chewelah, Wash.; son Jeffrey and wife Cynthia Gorham of Bowie, Maryland; two granddaughters, Megan and Stephanie Gorham; and one grandson, Bradley Gerber.
Elly was a German warbride, proud of her American citizenship which she earned learning the English language, American history and Constitution of the U.S., always a dedicated voter. She was a hard working homemaker and military wife. She enjoyed our annual family birthday celebrations with authentic German bratwursts, sauerkraut, and cheeses. We love and miss her very much.
Helena Gunderson
Helena Gunderson, 91, of Baker City died July 12, 2010 at St. Elizabeth Care Center. Arrangements by Gray’s West & Company Pioneer Chapel.
John Earl Hoskins
(May 6, 1941-July 9, 2020)
John Earl Hoskins 69, passed away July 9, 2010. An informal gathering to celebrate John’s life will be held Saturday, July 17, 2010 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Coles Tribute Center
John was born May 6, 1941, to G.J. and Elizabeth A. (Lane) Hoskins in Grass Valley, Calif. John grew up next to Sequoia National Park in rural California and spent his youth hiking and fishing the high Sierras, where according to friends, he could “out-hike anybody.” He lived for ten years in Minnesota prior to moving to Baker City, Ore., in the fall of 1975. His life's work was in social services and helping others in alcohol and drug recovery as he worked as a program Manager for Baker House of New Directions Northwest, Inc
John was an avid fisherman and outdoorsman, with a passion for steelhead
He is survived by his wife, 4 children, 1 step-daughter, 5 grandchildren, 1 step-grandson, 1 great-grandchild, and many people whose lives were profoundly affected by their time with him. He will be sorely missed.
Memorial contributions in his name may be made to the National Rifle Association of America through Gray’s West & Co. Pioneer Chapel, 1500 Dewey Ave. Baker City, Oregon 97814.
Delbert Miller
(March 5, 1935 - July 7, 2010)
On July 7, 2010, Baker City lost a gentle soul. Delbert J. Miller was a wonderful husband, great father, a caring brother, as well as a tremendous friend and mentor to many. His graveside service was held at Mt. Hope Cemetery on July 10, 2010 at 10:00 a.m. Pastor Dave Deputy of Calvary Baptist Church officiated.
Delbert was born March 5, 1935, in Baker City to Laurel and Mary (Eastman) Miller. He was a member of the 1953 Baker High School graduating class where he was an outstanding participant of basketball, football and track. He enlisted in the US Army in 1957 serving in Germany as well as stateside.
He married Evelyn Howland on February 17, 1953 celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary on Sept. 25, 2005. There were four children born to this family. After her death, he married Doris Duncan on July 4, 2006, residing in Baker City.
Up until his retirement in 2000, he was a lumber grader for Burnt River Lumber Company, Ellingson Timber Co. and Malheur Lumber Company in John Day. His work ethic could never be challenged, always the first person to step up when needed.
Delbert had many interests, hobbies and activities. He was a very dependable server at the Community Connections Senior lunches as well as taking the Meals on Wheels to Newbridge and Halfway the past few years. He also was a volunteer medical driver for the State of Oregon, driving for those who elsewise could not make it to their medical appointments in Boise, Fruitland, Ontario and LaGrande. He was a fisherman and hunter, weather permitting. He was an avid board game player as well as learning the games on the computer. He was known to many as Mr. Little League not only as a coach for many years, but as a mentor for many who needed help with their playing. He was a wonderful husband, great father, a caring brother as well as a tremendous friend and a mentor to many. His family called him THEIR HERO.
He is survived by his wife, Doris of Baker City, sons, Mike of Crooked River Ranch, OR., Tony of Wilsonville, OR., daughters Diann Jennings of Redmond, OR. and Therasa Jones of Terrebonne, OR. He had three stepsons, David Kloss of Imbler, OR., Daniel Kloss of Albany, OR. and Mike Kloss of San Francisco, CA. He has 15 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren. He is also survived by his sister Anna and Eddie Hackett as well as many nieces, nephews and last but not least, friends.
He is preceded in death by his first wife, Evelyn, brothers Lemuel, Orville, Bill, Elmer, Mick and Ray.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Calvary Baptist Church Building Fund or to a charity of one’s choice through Gray’s West & Company, 1500 Dewey Ave. Baker City, OR. 97814.
Lillian Newton
(July 3, 1921 - July 2, 2010)
Lillian La Veta (Gray) Newton, 88, passed away July 2, 2010 at her residence at Jodi’s Foster Care in Union, Oregon.
A visitation was held at Grays West & Co. Pioneer Chapel Friday, July 9, 2010 from 2-8 p.m. A Graveside service was held Saturday, July 10, 2010 at 2 p.m. at the North Powder Cemetery in North Powder, Oregon. Pastor Garth Johnson will officiate. There was a coffee hour following the service at the home of Clark and Betty Gray in Telocaset, Oregon.
Lillian was born July 3, 1921 to John and Erma (Scott) Gray in Ione, Oregon. Lillian graduated from Napa Union High School in Napa, California on June 18, 1943. She continued her Nurse Cadet Corps training at Eastern Oregon College in December 1944. She continued her nurses training at St. Anthony’s in Pendleton and graduated in September 1947. Lillian met her husband Fred in California and they were married on April 24, 1945 in Coeur d’ Alene, Idaho. The couple lived in Pendleton while Lillian finished nurses training and eventually settled in Milton-Freewater, Oregon.
Lillian and her husband Fred traveled extensively exploring the national monuments of the United States while she continued her career in nursing. She worked in local hospitals throughout the Northwest.
Lillian enjoyed traveling, walking on the beach, gardening, needle point, embroidery, and sharing her travels with her friends and family. She always enjoyed the times when family and friends would get together at holidays and special occasions.
Lillian is survived by her brothers Clark Gray of Telocast, Oregon and Gerald Gray of North Powder, Oregon. Sisters Leona Scott of Wallowa, Oregon; Beulah Talley of Lostine, Oregon; and Marilyn McIntyre of Union, Oregon. Lillian is also survived by many nieces and nephews.
She is preceded in death by her husband of 39 years, Fred; her father John; mother Erma; brother John; sister Lenis; and sister Lela.
In Lieu of flowers please consider a contribution to those charities that encourage and support the nursing field, Parkinson’s Disease or Cancer foundations or your favorite charity through Gray’s West & Co. Pioneer Chapel 1500 Dewey Ave. Baker City, Oregon 97814.
Harold ‘Ben’ Salisbury
(April 26, 1931 – July 4, 2010)
Longtime Sandy resident, Harold Benton “Ben” Salisbury died Sunday, July 4, 2010. He was 79.
A Celebration of Ben’s Life will be held at 2 p.m. on Sunday, July 18, 2010, at Sandy Funeral Home.
Ben was born in Colorado Springs on April 26, 1931, to Ella Mae (Pilkington) Salisbury. He attended Baker High School and graduated in 1949.
On May 12, 1951, he married Clara Ruth Leum and soon thereafter joined the U.S. Air Force. He and Clara were stationed in Amarillo, Texas where they started their family.
In 1955, Ben and Clara returned to Oregon where Ben worked for Reynolds Aluminum in Troutdale. After a few years there Ben partnered with his step-father, Victor Baert, in Baert’s Metal Products, a steel fabrication business in Gresham. The business moved to Sandy in 1970. Ben retired in 1987. Clara passed away in 2006. His son Steven Michael died in 1999.
Ben loved hunting and fishing, traveling in his motor home and barbeques with his family and friends.
Survivors include his son, Mark Salisbury of Gresham; daughter Debbie Halvorsen of Sandy; and step-sister Shirley Taylor of Cove, Ore.
Memorial contributions may be made to Mt. Hood Hospice.
Thomas Weems
(March 18, 1940-Nov. 21, 2009)
Thomas Riley Weems (formally of North Powder, Oregon) died Nov. 21, 2009, at his home in Veneta, Ore.
At his request, his body was cremated, and there will be a graveside service July 17, 2010, at 11 a.m. at the North Powder Cemetery.
A reception for family and friends to follow at the North Powder Grange following the service.
Tom was born March 18, 1940 at Flagstaff, Ariz., to Evelyn and Clyde Weems.
Tom's occupation was welding. He worked on the Glen Canyon Dam in northern Arizona in the early 60s. He worked throughout California, Washington, Oregon, and Alaska in the following years. He moved to North Powder Oregon in the early 80s. He so loved the country that he decided to stay on. He loved hunting and fishing in eastern Oregon.
Survivers include his wife of 51 year's, his four son's and 2 daughter's, 16 grandchildren, 4 great grandchildren, and a brother and a sister.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Wolf Creek Grange, P. O. Box 352 North Powder, Ore. 97867.
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