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John A. Carnegie
John A. Carnegie, age 87, died at his Medford home, Monday, August 23, 2004, surrounded by his loving family.
John was born on January 15, 1917 in Albany, Oregon to Alvin L. and Viva D. (Archibald) Carnegie. He attended Albany public schools and graduated from Albany High School. He also attended and graduated from Oregon State College School of Forestry in 1939.
He began working for O and C Lands in administration on April 9, 1940. He married
Maria Ridders in St. Mary's Church in Albany, Oregon on June 19, 1941. John was called to active duty, on Christmas day in 1941 and served as an officer in the U.S. Army field artillery, in the South Pacific until 1945.
John was assigned to the Medford Bureau of Land Management and worked there for thirty-three years until his retirement in 1973.
He was a member of the Sacred Heart Parish in Medford. He enjoyed traveling, hiking and camping, bicycling, wood working, reading and especially family gatherings.
He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Maria Ridders Carnegie; sons: Jim and Cassie Layton of Brookings, CA, and Bill and Kay of Salem; daughters: Mary Ann and Don Lorenz of Stayton, Margaret and Roger Wakeman of Crescent City, CA and Betty Jane and Bob Alward of Ontario; 11 grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren.
Funeral services will be on Friday, August 27, 2004 at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church at 10:30 a.m. There will be a viewing and Rosary at 6 p.m. on Thursday, August 26, 2004, at the Perl Funeral Home, 2100 Siskiyou Blvd., Medford, OR. 772-5488.
In lieu of flowers, the family wishes donations be made to St. Mary's High School, or Providence Medford Medical Center.
Interment will be in the Siskiyou Memorial Park, Medford.
Michael 'Mike' Glynn
Michael "Mike" Glynn, 57, of Medford, died Aug. 17, 2004 at his home. Private services are planned.
He was born on Oct. 8, 1946, in Los Angeles, CA.
Mr. Glynn worked as a self-employed contractor.
He enjoyed hunting, fishing and gold mining. The memorial service will be held at one of his gold mine claims.
Survivors include his wife of 35 years, Cathy; two sons, Sean and his wife Jennie of Eagle Point, and Jesse and his wife Tara of Medford; a daughter, Rayleen Curtright and her husband Jason of Medford; his brother, Tommy Glynn of Medford; nephews, Brian of Central Point and Tommy of Eagle Point; and two grandsons, Ethan and Josiah Glynn.
Michael 'Mikie' David Martinez
A memorial service to celebrate the life of Michael "Mikie" David Martinez will be at 11 a.m. Friday, Aug. 27, 2004 at Westminster Presbyterian Church, Medford.
A viewing will be from 3 to 7 p.m. today, Thursday, Aug. 26, at Conger Morris Central Point Chapel, 800 S. Front Street. Central Point.
Mikie, 21, of Medford, died Sunday (Aug.22, 2004).
He was born on March 10, 1983 at Cedars Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles, CA to Charles and Julie and older brother Matthew. It seemed as though he was born with a smile so bright that it could be seen in his eyes. Eyes that throughout his life seemed to have an encouraging light in them He had a personality to match. Encouraging and uplifting, Mikie made everyone he touched feel better than they did before they came in contact with him.
Mikie spent his childhood in Palos Verdes, California where he enjoyed outdoor activities, spending time with his brother Matthew, and best friend Evan, swimming, shooting baskets, rollerblading, or just playing around with his many friends.
Mike had an uncommonly close and loving bond with his older brother Matt. Since his birth they were known as the M&M; brothers. They were not only brothers, but also best friends. Mikie hated it when his brother left for college, but they visited each other as much as they could. He always looked forward to spending time with his brother, and was especially proud of his brother's wife Nadia and their daughter Isabelle, always telling his brother that they were perfect. He was very proud to be an uncle to Isabelle. The brothers were always close and had recently been putting aside busy life schedules to spend time together.
Mikie loved and was very proud of his mother and father and he showed this by always sitting real close to them, giving big supportive hugs and rarely ending a conversation with any of his family members without saying a meaningful "I love you." He was constantly reminding his mother of her status as "Best Mom in the world." He showed his love for his father in much the same way.
Mikie loved to workout with his dad, but mostly just enjoyed being around Chuck. They were recently enjoying a very close father-son relationship. Mikie always counted on them for love and support The most important thing in life to Mikie were his family and friends. He loved people, especially making people happy.
Towards the end of his life Mikie was dedicated to two things, his family, and the creation of Mikie's Coffee Company. With the help of his father, Chuck, and mentor Mike Kell, and much dedication on his own part, his dream became a reality when he opened the first of what were to be many Mikie's Coffee Co. in Grants Pass, Oregon. Mike had big plans for his future and his supportive friend and family structure were so proud of him for all he was and all he was going to do. He had just recently found the girl of his dreams, Tara Smith, they were making plans for their future together.
Always a believer in prayer, Mikie had recently re-embraced Jesus, giving comfort to all that we will soon see him in heaven for eternity.
Loving, lovable and a true friend, Mikie will be missed greatly by all who knew him.
Alice 'Ali' L. Bryant Martin
Alice "Ali" Leone (Bryant) Martin, 78, of Phoenix passed away August 1, 2004 in her home.
She was born March 12, 1926 in Los Angeles, California to Austin and Ila Bryant. Alice moved to the Rogue Valley as a child and has lived here her entire life. On July 28, 1945 she married
Cecil R. Martin, who survives. They had just celebrated their 59th wedding anniversary.
Alice loved gold panning, mushroom hunting, fishing, camping and spending time in the mountains. Most of all she loved being with her family and friends.
She is survived by two sons, Robert "Skip" and his wife Rhonda, John and his wife Bev both of Phoenix; one daughter, Terri Frazier and her husband Allan of Lake Creek; a sister Mary Miles of Talent; and one brother, Sam Bryant of Glendale, CA; nine grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. Alice was preceded in death by her parents and one grandson. Memorial services will be held Saturday August 7, at 11 a.m. at the Phoenix Church of Christ, 411 W. 1st Street, Phoenix, OR. Pastor Don Calvert of New Beginnings Church will be officiating.
In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the American Heart Association.
Bertis Obbie Powell
Bert Powell was born August 20, 1943 in Savannah, Georgia and died Friday, morning July 30, 2004 in Medford, from complications due to cancer.
Mr. Powell was a well traveled man having worked most of his professional life in executive positions in sales/ marketing and engineering with various companies. Mr. Powell's many accomplishments in life include being a veteran of the U.S. Air Force, a member of "Who's Who in America, holder of (7) patents, and founding (4) companies.
He was a beloved and devoted husband, father, grandfather, uncle and friend. His many passions in life included Arizona State University football, challenging others to look beyond the obvious, and mentoring young people in the ways of life.
He is survived by his wife and love of his life Dawn of Eagle Point; his mother Pearl; sister and brother-in-law, Linda and Buddy Chancey of Lakeland, Florida; his son Mike of Phoenix, Arizona; his daughter, Sheryl of Atlanta, Georgia, and his best friend Bill Paulsen of Phoenix, Arizona; as well as many aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews. Mr. Powell has six grandsons, Matt, Troy, Stephen, Trevor, Kyle, and Drew, ranging in ages from 14 to 2.
Mr. Powell was a member of the Eagle Point Planning Commission and believed strongly in the future of this town. The last few months of his life he enjoyed a renewed relationship with the Church.
He will be remembered for his caring and compassion, his character, his determination, his patriotism and love of country, and love of life.
A celebration of his life will take place at the Ashpole Center in Eagle Point at 9 a.m. Friday, Aug. 20.
Donations in his honor will be welcomed at the Eagle Point Library.
Dennis Marshall
Dennis B. Marshall, 49, of Central Point, died Wednesday, July 28, 2004 at Rogue Valley Medical Center. Private services will be held.
Dennis was a loving husband, father, and grandfather.
He served in the U.S. Army from 1972 to 1979.
Survivors include his wife of 26 years, Karina Marshall; daughters, Melanie (Tommy) Dame of Georgia and Candy (Ryan) Burke of White City; sons, Steven Marshall and Gary Marshall and fiance, Michelle, all of Central Point; and 4 grandchildren; mother-in-law, Helga Kuebart; and brother-in-law, Martin Kuebart, both of Germany.
R.W. 'Wally' Kirsher
Longtime Ashland resident R.W. "Wally" Kirsher passed away peacefully in his sleep on Thursday, July 28, 2004 in the Portland VA Medical Center. He was 87.
Wally was born on July 3, 1917 in Valley Junction (West Des Moines), Iowa to Wray and Maude Kirsher. After graduating from Valley High in 1935, he worked for a time as a golf caddy and then delivered bread for Supreme Baking Company. It was at this time he met the love of his life, Margaret Schulz, at a skating rink. They were married
on November 16, 1940 in Bethany, Missouri.
Wally served in the Army Air Corp during World War II where he flew thirty-two combat missions as a Gunnery Sergeant in the lead aircraft. He was awarded four Bronze Stars for the Normandy, Air Offensive Europe, Northern France and Germany campaigns. He also received a Good Conduct Medal and a Distinguished Flying Cross. Following his honorable discharge in 1945, he and Margaret first settled in Medford and then moved to Ashland in 1951. In February 1990, they relocated to Talent. Together they owned and operated A.A. Electric in Ashland from 1950 until retirement in 1980.
His hobbies included golf, bowling, fishing, jigsaw puzzles and a good game of cards - be it gin rummy, cribbage or poker. Both he and Margaret were avid fans of the Ashland High Grizzly football team. They had season tickets on the 50-yard line for more than 45 years, only relinquishing their seats in 2003 when they moved to Hillsboro, Oregon to be closer to their children. Before relocating, Wally was active in the Phoenix First Presbyterian Church and was also a 50-year member of the Ashland Elks Lodge.
In addition to his wife and best friend of 63 years, Wally is survived by his son Ron (wife Diane) of Portland, Oregon, his daughter Vicki of Vancouver, Washington and his four grandchildren Jeff (wife Maria), Kathy, Robbie, and Mark all of Portland. His parents and his three brothers Larry, Bill and Wray preceded him in death.
A memorial service will be held at 10 a.m. Friday, August 6, at Willamette National cemetery, 11800 S.E. Mt. Scott Blvd., Portland, OR.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions be made to, Dogs for the Deaf, 10175 Wheeler Road, Central Point, OR 97502.
Weldena 'Dena' J. Chellis
Weldena "Dena" June Chellis, 80, died Saturday July 31, 2004.
She was born December 24th, 1924 in Grant City, MO to Claude and Marie Henry. On October, 6 1978, she married
Earl Clayton Chellis.
"Dena" is survived by, one son Con Singley of Medford, Or.
Memorial service will be at 3 p.m. August 4th, 2004 at Rogue Valley Funeral Alternatives 550 Business Park Dr., Medford.
Memorial Contributions may be sent to Rogue Valley Medical Center N.I.C.U.
Jean A. Bennett
Jean A. Bennett, 74, of Medford, died Sunday August 1, 2004 at her home. A private family service will be held at a future date.
She was born February 2, 1929 in Raymond Illinois, to John and Doris Smith. She is survived by two daughters, Michelle Seelye, of Medford, OR, and Maureen Ricardo, of Hyannis, MA; two brothers, Ralph Warren of Shawnee, Kansas, and Gary Smith of Frazer, Colorado; also surviving are three grandchildren, Cheryl Henning, Michael Henning, Joy Forte; and one great-grandson, Caleb Byan Forte.
Arrangements are under the direction of Rogue Valley Funeral Alternatives, Medford.
Randall 'Alex' Alexander
Randall Gregory "Alex" Alexander, 94 of Talent, died Friday (July 30, 2004) at Hearthstone Manor, Medford. In the spirit of celebrating his life, instead of mourning death, he requested no services to be held.
He was born on March 25, 1910 in Klondye, Arizona Territory, to Albert and Bertie Alexander. He graduated from Tempe High School in 1929 and attended Tempe College.
Alex married
Ruth Wardlow and they had just celebrated their 50 years together.
He is most well known for his craft of handmaking exquisite black-powder rifles, and his life stories of growing up in the real "Wild West." He was an avid hunter and fisherman, and at one time, an active part of the Little Butte Mountain Men.
From his service as a pilot in the U.S. Army Air Corps during WW II, to his work on some of the nation's largest hydroelectric dams, Alex's impact on life was enormous. He will be greatly missed.
Survivors include his wife, Ruth; a daughter, Patricia; four grandchildren, Denise Hurd of Denair, CA, Mindy Johnson of Talent, Karen Mathewson of Talent, Rayme Roberts of Phoenix; and six great-grandchildren.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society.
Trevor Thomas Garcia
Trevor Thomas Garcia was born to Robert and Jenny Garcia on July 7th, 2004. He passed away on July 27, 2004.
Even though Trevor was only here for a short time, he will be greatly missed, and we will always love him.
The funeral service will be held at 9 a.m. Saturday, August 7, in the Conger Morris Chapel, Medford.
Ferlin Wesley Derry
Ferlin Wesley Derry, 45, a resident of Dufur, OR, died at his home on Saturday, August 21, 2004.
He was born March 2, 1959 in St. Maries, Idaho, the second of seven sons to Harold Dale and Leona Marie (Arrhenius) Derry. He was raised in the Rogue Valley and graduated from Crater High School in 1977.
After high school, he enlisted in the Army serving from 1977 to 1979. He returned to the Rogue Valley, then to the Portland area in the early 90s and worked as a logger in the timber industry.
Ferlin is survived by his wife, Pamela A. Rooper, Dufur, OR; three children, Tyler, Alison and Alicia; parents, Harold and Leona Derry, St. Maries, ID; six brothers, Leonard, St. Maries, ID; Steven, Central Point, OR; Paul, Baker City, OR; Mike, Medford, OR; Andy and Scott, both of St. Maries, ID.
No public services will be held at this time. Private cremation was held at The Dalles Win-quatt Crematory with Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home in care of arrangements.
Memorial contributions may be made to a charity of choice.
Margaret C. McKechnie
Margaret C. McKechnie died peacefully on August 24, 2004 at her home in Medford, Oregon. She moved to Oregon last year to be closer to her family in her final months. She had been a resident of the Sacramento, California area since 1957.
She is survived by one brother, Jack Batzer; her sons Mark and Roger McKechnie; four grandchildren, Laura, Noah, Joseph and Jon McKechnie and numerous nieces and nephews in the Medford area.
She was born on July 17, 1920 on a farm outside Royalton, Minnesota. She trained as a nurse in Virginia, Minnesota, and joined the Women's Army Corps during World War II, where she served in field hospitals in Europe. After her discharge she moved to the Medford area to join her brother. In 1948 she married
Russell McKechnie and was married
to him for 54 years.
She was active in a number of volunteer organizations for many years in the Sacramento area, including the Diocesan Catholic Women's Council, the Catholic Nurse's Association, All Hallows and Presentation parishes, the VFW and the American Cancer Society's Discovery Shop.
A memorial service is planned in Sacramento today Saturday, August 28, 2004. The family requests donations to the VFW's Voice of Democracy Program in lieu of flowers. Checks in Margaret's name may be sent to VFW National Headquarters 406 W 34th Street Kansas City, MO 64111.
Hilda Baldwin Berube
Hilda Baldwin Berube, died Aug. 3, 2004 in Medford, OR.
She was born on Dec. 9, 1917 in Sudbury, MA.
Hilda is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Barbara and Bernard Novotny of Medford; four grand- children; seven great-grandchildren, and numerous nephews and nieces.
Hilda and her late husband George Berube had many cherished friends where they lived in Dedham, MA and Newfield, ME.
Graveside service and internment will be held at a later date in Maplewood cemetery, Parsonsfield, ME.
