Obituaries

Mar 21, 2025

Life and Legacy of Gerald Dean Clark

Born January 15th 1942 in Berrien Springs, Michigan to Kenneth Irvin Clark and Grace Violet Edwards-Clark.

Gerry spent his early childhood in Southern CA. He graduated in 1959 from Berrien Springs High School in MI. He received his BS in 1964 from Michigan State University, graduating on a ROTC scholarship.

After graduation he went to pilot...

Mar 17, 2025

Carl Foster Hartzell, 77, of Grants Pass, Oregon, passed away on March 17, 2025. Born on October 17, 1947, Carl was a loving and patient father, husband, and friend. He is survived by his wife and soulmate, Linda, and his sister, Kathy, his 9 children, 35 grandchildren, and 4 great-grandchildren.

A devoted member of the LDS Church, Carl was also a...

Mar 14, 2025

Mar 4, 2025

Patricia Caroline Small June 7, 1945 – March 4, 2025

Patricia “Pat” Caroline Small passed away peacefully at the age of 79 in Grants Pass, Oregon. Pat was born on June 7th, 1945 to Mary and Elwood Eklof in Rockford, Illinois.

In 1953, Elwood was stationed at the Naval Postgraduate School in Monterey, California, so the family packed up and took a...

Feb 23, 2025

Out Hero's Journey; Tyler's Cosmic Crossing!

Our beloved Tyler, though your physical form was taken far too soon, your impact and energy will forever live on through the ones who had the honor of knowing you. You had a quick wit, a fondness for silent observation, and an affinity for the esoteric side of life. With an eye for self-exploration, you...

Feb 18, 2025

Rufus Whitaker, 87, of Grants Pass, OR, passed away on February 18, 2025. Arrangements are being handled by Stephens Family Chapel.

Feb 15, 2025

Karen “Skeeter” Guardione

December 23, 1946 – February 15, 2025

 The neighborhood cats of Grants Pass lost a warm lap on Feb. 15th 2025 when Karen "Skeeter"

Guardione passed away.

She was born in Charleston, SC to Fred William Plunkett (Chief Gunner’s Mate) and Priscilla Plunkett (who

have preceded her in death). She was the younger sister to Carol Porter (now deceased). Skeeter grew

up as...

Feb 6, 2025

Mervin "Merv" Joe Hartman, 83 of Grants Pass passed away Thursday February 6, 2025 at Redwood Terrace in Grants Pass. 

Born on August 21, 1941 in Carlton, Oregon to Joe and Frances Hartman. Mervin moved to Grants Pass from McMinnville, Oregon in 1971. He worked as a surveyor for the Federal Highway Administration in Oregon, Washington and Montana including the construction...

Jan 16, 2025

Wing Fung Fong, Beloved Father, Grandfather, and Restaurateur, 1937-2025

Wing Fung Fong, a cherished father, grandfather, and long-time community pillar, passed away on January 16, 2025, at the age of 87. Born in a coastal village in the Pearl River Delta of China on March 16, 1937, Wing Fung’s journey was one of resilience, ambition, and unwavering devotion to his family.

At...

Jan 7, 2025

With profound sadness, we announce the passing of Larry E. Hanlon, our cherished husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, cousin, and friend. Larry left us on January 7, 2025, from a service-connected illness, surrounded by his family. Born on a rainy day in Corvallis, Oregon, on January 30, 1951, Larry lived a life rich with adventure, purpose, and love.

A proud Vietnam...

Jan 7, 2025

Jan 5, 2025

Gerald (Jerry) Earl Milligan

May 28, 1938 - January 5, 2025

Gerald (Jerry) Earl Milligan was born on May 28, 1938, in Monmouth, Warren County, Illinois, to Jenny and William Milligan. He lived a life filled with dedication and love, marked by his service in the United States Army from 1961 to 1967, during which he distinguished himself as a skilled marksman...

Dec 30, 2024

Darlene Kay Parish, 80 of Grants Pass passed away Monday, December 30, 2024 at her residence in Grants Pass, Oregon.

No services are planned

Dec 25, 2024

The world bid farewell to a truly one-of-a-kind individual this past Christmas.

Born on October 3, 1958, in Aurora, Illinois, Robert Paul Phillips was the beloved son of Charles Lloyd Phillips and Joy Mary (Kresen) Phillips. He grew up in a lively household with five sisters—two older and three younger—and one older brother. In 1964, the family relocated from their Naperville...

Dec 24, 2024

It is with profound sadness that we share the passing of James Paul Weissinger, 84 who passed away peacefully on December 24th, in Grants Pass, Oregon. He was born on June 22, 1940, in Los Angeles, California to Sarah Jean Weissinger and Raymond Gottfried Weissinger. James studied Engineering at Cerritos Community College. James later enlisted in the Air Force as...

Dec 23, 2024

Maria (Mary) Teresa Jackovich Coriz, 96, of Central Point, Oregon, left this world peacefully on December 23rd, 2024. Born on September 29th, 1928 in Santa Fe, New Mexico, Maria Teresa was a beloved grandmother, cherished by family and friends, and everyone who knew her. Maria Teresa’s life was a testament to the power of love and faith. She was a...