Obituaries

Dec 12, 2024

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Melvin A. Holdener, born on May 1, 1936, in Belleville, Illinois. He peacefully departed this world on December 12, 2024, in Grants Pass, Oregon, at the age of 88.

Melvin was raised on a family farm on the outskirts of East St. Louis, where he cultivated a deep connection to...

Dec 11, 2024

Alicia Sedelia Wyckhuysc crossed the Threshold of Eternity on December 11, 2024. She was 62 years old and leaves a devastated and grieving family. 

Alicia was born in Alice, Texas in 1962 to her mother, Alicia Gutierrez. She was joined by a brother and three sisters. Her life journey began in Texas and spanned several locations within the United States and...

Dec 11, 2024

Dr. Jim Hales, 89 passed away Wednesday, December 11, 2024 at his home in Grants Pass.

Nov 24, 2024

Nov 18, 2024

Former Stanford University Head Men’s Soccer Coach and Los Altos High School Girls Soccer Coach Nelson Wilford Lodge, “Coach,” passed away peacefully at his home in Grants Pass, Oregon on November 18, 2024. He was 87 years old. 

Born on December 13, 1936 in Drexel Hill, Pennsylvania to mother Mary (Matlock) and father Nelson Lodge, Nelson was one of four children....

Nov 16, 2024

Bobbi Swanson passed away at home in Grants Pass, surrounded by family, on Saturday, November 16th, 2024. Born in Montana, she grew up in Virginia, Florida, Hawaii, and California as a Navy brat, before settling in Oregon. Bobbi worked at South Middle School before starting her own business, Swanson Indexing Services. She opened her home to an array of family...

Nov 12, 2024

Vernon Farris, originally from Corinth, MS passed away on Tuesday, November 12, 2024 in Grants Pass, OR. He is survived by his two children, four grandchildren, his late partners three children, and an older brother. Private services will be held at a later date.

Nov 9, 2024

Garry Belden Egan, 81, of Grants Pass, passed away on November 9, 2024 at Asante Three Rivers Medical Center. Born on December 8, 1942 in San Jose, California to Charles and Alice Egan, he grew up in Campbell, California. After graduating high school, Garry left at the age of 17 to dedicate two terms of service to the United States...

Nov 6, 2024

Megan Yvonne Wells, 34 of Grants Pass passed away Wednesday, November 6, 2024.

Nov 4, 2024

Sammy Harold Nelson Jr, born on May 11, 1958, in Astoria, Oregon, passed away on November 4, 2024, in Grants Pass, Oregon. He was a beloved brother, uncle, cousin, and friend. Warmth and kindness touched the lives of those around him.

Sammy spent his early years in Bend, McMinnville, and Sweet Home, where he graduated from high school. His dedication to...

Nov 2, 2024

Zachariah Ellis Fitzpatrick, 16 of Williams passed away Saturday, November 2, 2024 as a result of a motor vehicle accident.

A celebration of life is pending.

Oct 23, 2024

Yvonne Gaedecke, née Prince, was born on May 3, 1935, in Middleton, Utah. She departed this life on October 23, 2024, at her home in Azalea, Oregon, leaving behind a legacy of love and cherished memories.

Yvonne's life was marked by her unwavering spirit and deep commitment to her family and community. Throughout her years, she nurtured many relationships, forging bonds...

Oct 21, 2024

Janice Joy Hutchings, a beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, peacefully passed away on October 21, 2024, at her home in Grants Pass, Oregon. Born on January 17, 1938, in Manhattan, Kansas, Jan lived a meaningful life, finding joy in her cherished pets and the simple pleasures of each day."

Janice's journey began in Kansas, where she found fulfillment in caring for...

Oct 14, 2024

Relinda Lee Laughlin, 66 of Grants Pass passed away Monday, October 14, 2024 at Asante Three Rivers Medical Center in Grants Pass.

Sep 23, 2024

Gene C. Kantola, 86 of Grants Pass passed away Monday, September 23, 2024 at The Bridge Assisted Living in Grants Pass.

Sep 20, 2024

Cory R. Fox passed away peacefully on September 20, 2024 after a four year battle with ALS (Lou Gehrig's disease). A retired firefighter, paramedic, husband, son, brother, uncle, and father of two who will be greatly missed. He is survived by his wife Lacey, daughters Olivia and Kennedy, parents, and siblings LaNette, Derek, Brian, Matt, and Nisha.

Cory was born to...

Sep 13, 2024

Ned was born in Cleveland, Ohio on March 11, 1938, to father Julius Sokol and mother Evelyn Stetina. In 1947, the parents, Ned, and his brother, Dennis, came across the country on Route 66 all the way to North Hollywood. Later, they moved to La Cresenta and to Tujunga. Ned's father died unexpectedly at age 44. Ned's mother later married...

Sep 10, 2024

Melissa Goldsmith passed away on Tuesday September 10, 2024 in Grants Pass Oregon at Magnolia Hospice House and is now with her Lord. She was 70 years old. She is now at peace and without pain from her battle with cancer. Her brother Todd, one of her caregivers and a nurse were by her side comforting her transition. Her caregiver...

Aug 29, 2024

Thomas Robert Gullock was born on June 2, 1939 to George and Ila Gullock in Glendale, California. He met his future wife, Joanna, in the 7th grade. They married in 1958, after attending El Monte High School, and had three daughters. Tom visited Grants Pass often with his parents and brother when he was in his early teens, staying at...

Aug 13, 2024

Peggy Ann Obrymski, 87 of Grants Pass passed away Tuesday August 13, 2024 at her residence with her family by her side.