W. D. Turner was walking along the top of the cars when he fell in some unaccountable manner between two of the cars and the right leg was so badly crushed just above the ankle that amputation of the foot was necessary. Funeral services will be held at the IOOF cemetery here Sunday afternoon at 1:30 p.m.Major Norman Bowyer of the Salvation Army at Klamath Falls will conduct the services. As co-founder of the club she helped formulate its high ideals of mutual improvement through study and mental stimulation. GRANTS PASS, OR On November 5, 1988, police in the small town of Grants Pass, Oregon, found a horrific crime scene. She has often visited her son Blake in Kerby and Cave Junction where she had many friends. Pruitt was born on Dec. 26, 1932, in Grants Pass. Coming as a shock to the entire county and a very distinct shock to his hundreds of personal friends, was the news flashed this morning (Thursday) that Raphael Sebastian Leonard died in the Grants Pass. His wife, Claudia, passed away in 1930. Mary Adams Peacock, Station Operator, Dead Upon arrival, Kurt Krauss (56), of Grants Pass, was found deceased on scene. playcraftsystems.com. Mr. Leonard suffered a severe heart attack two weeks ago and was rushed to the hospital where it was thought he was progressing satisfactorily, and his family had hoped to have him home before long, but he went to sleep Wednesday night and never woke up. Found 36 people named Kurt Krauss along with free Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok profiles on PeekYou - true people search. [Unknown newspaper, c. December, 2002; Contributed by Sally Yarbrough] Cloudflare Ray ID: 7a2a32ebf97b2d47 He came to the Rogue River valley 35 years ago, since which time he had made his home in this vicinity, dividing his time of late between his farm at Dryden, on Deer creek, and his residence in this city. . Jennie H. Yarbrough OSP investigating fatal shooting- Josephine County. The agency said the investigation is active and ongoing but didnt provide any more information. He then moved to cave Junction and repaired harnesses and also managed a variety store before moving to Eugene recently. In 1901, he moved to Spokane Washington, where he married Anna Grimmett. Meredith Groves officiating. Jesse L. Knighten She was a handsome woman, even in her later years, and was known for the excellence of her table and open hearted hospitality. On the morning of Monday, December 14, 2020, multiple agencies responded to a reported shooting just before 7:00 a.m. on Corporate Way in an industrial park near Merlin. Throughout his life, Ken remained active in his church and maintained his life-long interests in logging, logging equipment, ranching, livestock, horses and rodeo. [Rogue River Courier (Grants Pass, OR) Thursday, October 4, 1900] Ken was born January 15, 1939 to Fritz and Susan (Tolin) Krauss at their family home in Selma, Oregon. Residents of the Illinois valley were shocked to learn last Sunday that Clarence Sawyer passed away at the wheel of his car while in route from Sherwood Oregon, to Cave Junction. He had undergone an operation on the preceding day, for an abscess, and had seemed to recover as rapidly and as well as could be expected, but early on Tuesday morning he sank rapidly and died in a few minutes after his condition was realized. Born June 3, 1903 in Selma. Our website uses cookies to improve your experience. Please share it with with us. Randall and his little granddaughter were drowned while attempting to cross Rogue river, near Grant's Pass, on a small ferryboat. Arrangements are pending with Hull & Hull Funeral Directors. Oregon State Police (OSP) is the lead investigating agency and is being assisted by the Josephine County Sheriff's Office, Grants Pass Department of Public Safety, and the Josephine County District Attorney's Office. On January 19, 2021, Pacific Consulting and Investigations of Ashland said Krauss family is offering a $50,000 reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the person or persons responsible for the murder of Kurt Krauss.. Grants Pass. Born March 10, 1885, her birthplace was near Boise, Idaho. The action you just performed triggered the security solution. Do you know someone who showed intense interest in or avoidance of this case? Hull & Hull Funeral Directors - Grants Pass Saturday, February 25, 2023 Add Photos Add a Memory Jay Johnny Rhea Jay Johnny Rhea, age 73, of Grants Pass, died February 16, 2023 at his home.. Died, at the home of her son Geo. A correspondent of the Jacksonville Times writes as follows under date of January 11: William Triplett was drowned in Rogue river, just above Galice creek, last Wednesday evening. Arrangements are pending with Hull & Hull Funeral Directors. Jack C. Nealy, 83, died at 5:30 P. M., Saturday, at his home, 430 West G street. He was widely known mining man of southern Oregon and operated mines in Josephine and Jackson counties successfully. Milton F. Parker Jack C. Nealy Friends gathered from all over the west coast to pay their last respects to this pioneer character. UPDATE: 10:45 p.m. [Rogue River Courier (Grants Pass, OR) Thursday, November 1, 1900] Rev. During World War II he served in the U.S. Army. Wm. Box 1468, Grants Pass, OR 97528-0330, Subscribe to the Grants Pass Daily Courier. Subscribe to receive FlashAlert messages from Oregon State Police . [Source: Unknown newspaper, July 11, 1946; Contributed by Sally Yarbrough], BACK -- HOME Funeral services were held on Wednesday at the Litwiller funeral home in Ashland at 10 a. m., after which the remains were taken to Kerby to be placed in the family lot in the IOOF cemetery. Owner: krauss kurt Total Market Value: $574,000 Sale Price: $668,120 +Edit Past Address 10585 E Crescent Moon Dr, SCOTTSDALE, AZ 85262-8302 View Address Year Built: 2010 Baths: 4.67 Garage Size: 2 Pool/Spa: POOL Property Lot Size: 18446 SF Building Area: 3736 Owner: krauss kurt f Total Market Value: $1,508,000 Sale Price: $1,688,554 +Edit While growing up in the family home, he was active in 4-H and the Selma Baptist Church Youth Group. During summer breaks, Ken worked logging with his family throughout southern Oregon. : Two brothers Lee and Fount Knighten of Ukiah Ca. Kurt Frederick Krauss, age 56, Grants Pass, OR Background Check. 7th Street, Grants Pass, OR 97526-3003 | P.O. Maurice and Clem Sauer are brothers of the deceased. Private concluding services followed at Ocean View Cemetery in Eureka, Ca. Kurt F. Krauss. [Source: Unknown newspaper, October 9, 1941; Contributed by Sally Yarbrough] He is survived by his wife, Arizona Belle Skeeters of Talent; two sons, Charles of Talent and Everett of Prospect; a brother, Charles F. Skeeters of Medford; a sister, Mrs. Leona Martin of Waldport; and three grandsons. The death of Emma Tuttle was a blow to her many friends in Selma. Captain Witte presented the air medal to Bud's youngest sister, pinning it on her dress. Charles P. Johnson, well known resident of Takilma, died Saturday, August 31 at the Josephine General Hospital in Grants Pass. [Unknown newspaper, April 24, 1947; Contributed by Sally Yarbrough] She passed peacefully and gently in the loving care and presence of her children. White is survived by his wife, Mary E. White; two sons, Homer T. White of Portland and Charles H. White of Camas, Washington, and a brother, Samuel H. White of Trinity Center, California. They have two children, Charles C. Johnson and Donald F. Johnson. It is said that it is the only bridge on the highway dedicated to an individual. Josephine County, Oregon [Source: Unknown newspaper; - June 17, 1946 Contributed by Sally Yarbrough Pruitt is survived by his wife, Ida Mae Pruitt; two sons, Bill Pruitt of Grants Pass, and Clifford Pruitt, of McCloud, Calif; a daughter, Penny Pruitt, of Portland; a brother, Bobby Pruitt of Grants Pass; a sister, Bonny Maphet of Grants Pass; and two grandchildren. MERLIN, Ore. The Oregon State Police has provided an update on the shooting that took place in Merlin yesterday morning early. Upon arrival, Kurt Krauss (56), of Grants Pass, was found deceased on scene. "Doc Versteeg" was born in Amity, Ore. in 1916. Coroner Virgil E. Hull said Minor apparently ended his own life to avoid continuing what he felt would be a burden on his friends through ill health and poverty. Funeral services were held at the L. B. J.W. August 14, 1933 - February 28, 2023. /* Right 300x250 Display */ This website is using a security service to protect itself from online attacks. He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Lynda, children Philip (Patricia), Gary (Jana), Ronald (Cathy), and Kendra (Ron) Hager, brothers Ernest and Kohath, a sister, Carmelita Hussey, along with 19 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren. He and Mrs. Young have been residents of Selma for one year, having come north from Tarzana, in California's San Fernando Valley. On the morning of Monday, December 14, 2020, multiple agencies responded to the reported shooting just before 7:00 a.m. on Corporate Way in an industrial park near Merlin. Henry Morgan Pfefferle [Medford Mail Tribune (Medford, OR) Tuesday, September 2, 1941] Theodore O. Naucke, 72-year old native of the Illinois valley, was found dead in his home at Kerby about 6:45 a. m., Friday, by two Kerby friends, Phil Dessinger and J. M. Finch, Coroner Virgil Hull reported. We are listening! The brothers were from Auburn, Wash. [Rogue River Courier (Grants Pass, OR) Thursday, December 6, 1900] A new bent was being put in at the approach on the farther side and the structure was supported by means of false timbers and raised by two jackscrews so that the old timbers could be taken out and new ones put in. W.A. George H. Gray officiating. No. He was married in 1914 to Florence Adams. Myrick (Infant) ReadMore, Send questions, comments or suggestions about this site to. His brothers Lewis and Fritz Krauss and sister Rieka Morrison are deceased. It is said that for many years, she was the only nurse between Waldo and Crescent City no trip was too hard or too long for her to make to aid the sick. OR In 1909, they moved to the Illinois Valley. Box 1468, Grants Pass, OR 97528-0330 Phone: (541) 474-3700 | Toll-Free in . Death was attributed by the coroner to cerebral hemorrhage or heart failure. Four children and his widow survived his passing H.A. He had lived all his life on this ranch, and when his mother passed away, he was made trustee of the estate and brought the ranch into production as one of the best in the Illinois valley. Then, in 1977, he started his own construction company which he operated until partial retirement in 2004. They also enjoyed rock-hounding, taking trips to the Pendleton Round Up, and a trip to Germany to visit cousins and see where Kens father, Fritz, was born. Mr. Pefferle was a former resident of the valley for many years making his home near takilma. He is survived by his wife Rosalie Seifert of Selma Oregon; a mother Ruth Seifert of Selma Oregon; daughters Carol Holm of Klamath Falls Oregon, Robyn Runyon of Medford Oregon, Lisa Martin of Cave Junction and Tamara Rose of Medford. He spent his entire life in Oregon. He is survived by his wife and the following children: Melinda Bollman of Spokane, Clarice Bilger of Klamath Falls, Adeline Smith of Eugene, Miss Helen Jacobson San Mateo, California. [Illinois Valley News (Cave Junction, OR) - Thursday October 23, 1958; Contributed by Sally Yarbrough] Clarence had lived in the Illinois valley for many years and was one of the old reliable members of the Illinois Valley Grange. Stephens Family Chapel - Grants Pass Obituary. She was a native of Austin Texas and was well known in Grants Pass. cemetery. He was also a ranch manager at Beaver Meadows Ranch on the Boulder River in McLeod, Mont., from 1979 until his death. Funeral services were held in the I. O. O. F. hall, with the Rev. He is the father of Ferris Parker and Mrs. B.B. Theodore O. Naucke The children are here now, having been summoned by Mr. Young's death. He is also survived by 15 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren [Unknown Newspaper, May 22, 1941; Contributed by Sally Yarbrough] He leaves the following 10 children: John A. Nealy, Hotchkiss, Colo.; James M. Nealy, Grants Pass; Richard E. Nealy, Cave Junction; Cecil King, Dryden; Ruth Nealy, Grants Pass; Jess L. Nealy, Bremerton, Wash.; Mrs. Lewis Booth, Pionia, Colo.; Oliver R. Nealy, Buhl, Idaho; Oscar B. Nealy, Cave Junction; Woodrow Nealy, Grants Pass. ReadMore, Send questions, comments or suggestions about this site to. 199.241.218.178 She was of a large pioneer family, living at Waldo in the early day. Funeral services were held Wednesday afternoon at Presbyterian Church in Glendale. [Rogue River Courier (Grants Pass, OR) Thursday, December 6, 1900] Coroner Virgil Hull was called to the scene, arriving in the afternoon just after the fire was controlled. The investigation was turned over to the Josephine County Major Crime . Please include what you were doing when this page came up and the Cloudflare Ray ID found at the bottom of this page. Rose A. Perry Shoup, 64, died Friday (Dec. 4, 1964) in Salt Lake City, Utah. William Parriott Catherine Suess The young man had been sick for some time with pneumonia which developed into consumption. . Ada F. Miller passes away in Klamath Falls Charles P. Johnson Monroe ranch, near Takilma, farmed the Frank Barrett property on Caves Hwy, and other acreage in the valley. Death Calls Local Residents to Minnesota sister Pearl Snively of Grants Pass Six grandchildren and one great grandchild. 7th Street, Grants Pass, OR 97526-3003 | P.O. Did you notice anyone who had unexplained injuries? Besides her participation in other county endeavor, The O'Brien Woman's Club has been greatly benefitted by her active interest. F. A. Webber If so, we urge you to contact the Oregon State Police and help bring some closure to the Krauss family.. In addition to Mrs. Bell surviving children are Mrs. Delia Smith, Wiley E. and Jesse Knighten all of Klamath Falls; Mrs. May M. Wimer, Wallowa Oregon; Elorice L. Knighten of Redding Ca. They have two children, Charles C. Johnson and Donald F. Johnson. The Community was shocked to learn that W.A. Crushed by Falling Timbers Having lived in Humboldt County for the past 14 years, Mr. Squire homesteaded on property at Thompson Creek in Illinois Valley after he was discharged from the US Army. George Logan I was fortunate to have Kurt as a friend and while we did not live close to each other and see each other often, I always looked forward to talking to him and learning what he was currently doing. Anthony "Tony" Lentini, age 89, of Grants Pass, died . Would you like to suggest a new feature? Rose Shoup Funeral services were held Wednesday, March 24, at 2 p. m., at the Community church in Kerby with Rev. Mr. Tolin was a veteran of the civil war. Hoxie at Williams Monday afternoon, the remains being interred in the Williams cemetery. Ken was born January 15, 1939 to Fritz and Susan (Tolin) Krauss at their family home in Selma, Oregon. [Rogue River Courier (Grants Pass, OR) Thursday, December 6, 1900] He was preceded in death by a sister, Betty Pruitt Friend. E. B. McAllister, brakeman on a special freight, was killed early Tuesday morning at Dimmick siding, just west of Grants Pass by falling beneath the wheels of his train. Survivors include two sons, Daniel Tucker, and Leonard Tucker, five daughters, Diane Jordan, Sally Kendall, Shirley Bushnell, Donna Thornton, and Sharon Swanson; 25 grandchildren; and several great, and great-great-grandchildren. "Aunt Mary," as she was affectionately known to hundreds, for many years operated Adams Station, one of the historic stage stations in the West, located about one mile west of Gasquet. Joseph, himself, was a member of the second party to explore the Oregon Caves. Funeral services were conducted by the Mormon Church at the Hull & Hull Funeral Home in Grants Pass at 3 p. m. Wednesday July 10. Reichard of the Bethany Presbyterian church officiating. He was born in Kerby June 19, 1875, the son of Michael and Ellen Daily McBriety. Interment will be in Siskiyou memorial park Medford. Surviving besides his widow three daughters, Mrs. Edward L Schultz, Medford; Mrs. George Hoffman, Ashland, and Mrs. Linnie George, Medford; three brothers, Richard Greene Sowell, Kerby; Harrison Ebenezer and William Joseph Sowell, all of Cave Junction, and several nieces and nephews. Surviving are his wife Roberta of Grants Pass, sons Henry Krauss of Grants Pass and Dennis Krauss of Chiloquin, daughter Willi Krauss of Cupertino, Ca. [Source: Unknown newspaper, April 10, 1947; Contributed by Sally Yarbrough] All friends and family is invited. J. L. Wilder, an old resident of this county, died of dropsy at Edgewood, Cal., on Nov. 12. Henry Morgan Pfefferle dies in Klamath Falls Last Update Friday, March 3rd, 2023. Oregon State Police said 56-year-old Kurt Krauss of Grants Pass was found dead outside of his business. For many of those years he was the only physician and surgeon in the valley. While growing up in the family home, he was active in 4-H and the Selma Baptist Church Youth Group. Powders Jennie H. Yarbrough, 81, pioneer of 60 years in this community died at the Parkview rest home Friday January 9, at 8 P.M. She had been a patient at the home for the past year. Memorial Tributes Leave a Tribute Candle lit by William Adams on December 24th, 2020 I was fortunate to have Kurt as a friend and while we did not live close . Ludwig was born on Deer Creek a few miles east of Selma and is well known by the older residents. He was united in marriage to Catherine L. Egger, October 8, 1903 in Waldo. NEWSPAPERS. Mr. Young was born March 29, 1886, in Escalante, Utah. She was a Selma resident for 60 years. Leave a Tribute. 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He lost his position on the rods underneath a car of train No.