Obituaries

Phyllis Lorraine Buck-Brown

Phyllis Lorraine Buck-Brown

Jul 19, 2025

With deep sorrow, we announce the passing of Phyllis Lorraine Buck-Brown, she departed this life on July 19, 2025, at the age of 77. She was born on February 3, 1948, in Prince Frederick, Maryland, to the late LeRoy and Carrie Buck (the first born). She was a loving mother, sister, aunt and friend.

Phyllis lived a life defined by kindness,...

Russell Jamal Garbutt

Russell Jamal Garbutt

Jul 15, 2025

Born and raised in Los Angeles, California, Jamal was a rare and remarkable soul. His strength, charisma, and quiet confidence left a lasting impression on everyone who crossed his path. Jamal lived with purpose and strength, guided by his deep faith and devotion to God, family, and friends. His loyalty was unwavering, his presence steady, and his heart full of grace....

Atalyn Audra Johnson-Ingrassia

Atalyn Audra Johnson-Ingrassia

Jul 5, 2025

Attie passed away July 5th, 2025 peacefully in her sleep next to her Momma, Monica Johnson after her wonderful night with Family,

Attie was born in Medford Oregon on August 7th, 2016, to Monica Johnson and Alex Ingrassia.

Attie was full of life despite her and her mother’s disabilities. Nothing got in their way. She woke up ready every morning with a...

Renee Helene Kirstein

Renee Helene Kirstein

Jun 15, 2025

With deepest sorrow and eternal love, we share the passing of Renee Helene Kirstein, beloved daughter, sister, and a beautiful radiant soul, who left this world far too soon on June 15, 2025.Renee was born on December 23, 1998, to Diane Jaster and the late Gerald Kirstein (November 17, 1949 – May 12, 2022). She is survived by her devoted...

Robert Lee Nelson

Robert Lee Nelson

Jun 10, 2025

Robert Lee Nelson Sr. (Bob) passed away on June 10, 2025, at the age of 94, surrounded by family. A longtime resident of Phoenix, Oregon, Bob lived a life centered around the family he loved deeply. His sharp sense of humor kept us smiling, even in his final days. Born on November 25, 1930, Bob grew up in Southern Oregon, where...

Gene Donald Clayton

Gene Donald Clayton

Jun 2, 2025

The youngest of three boys, Gene was intelligent, industrious and precocious, repairing and selling bicycles to his peers as a pre-teen. Recognizing quality even at that age, he cut up his mother’s sable fur coat and used the pelt for seat covers. And yes, it’s true, as a boy he really did accidentally burn down his grandfather’s large dairy barn....

William Allen Robbins

William Allen Robbins

May 27, 2025

William (Bill) Allen Robbins was a man who believed in sharing God’s love. He embodied the belief that “The purpose to human life is to serve, and to show compassion and the will to help others”. ~ Albert Schweitzer

Bill was a man of faith, integrity, and kindness. He cared about others and was always willing to help those in need....

Charlotte Jeanette Edwards

Charlotte Jeanette Edwards

May 3, 2025

Charlotte was born on October 23, 1951, at Sacred Heart Hospital, Medford, Oregon, to Loren and Frances Edwards. She lived her first six years in Ashland, Oregon, until 1958 when her family moved to Auburn, Washington, where her father found employment. She went through the Auburn School system until she graduated from Auburn High School in 1969. From there, she...

Arthur Michael Kakalow

Arthur Michael Kakalow

Apr 24, 2025

Celebrating the Life of Arthur “Art” Kakalow – A True Original Arthur Michael Kakalow passed away peacefully at home on April 24, 2025, at the age of 82. Art lived boldly, laughed often, and left a legacy of stories, love, and unforgettable haircuts.Born to Michael and Pauline (Nee Kypreos) Kakalow in New Haven, Connecticut on July 20, 1942—mere minutes after his...

Doris Ellen Law

Doris Ellen Law

Apr 8, 2025

Doris Ellen Law, age 94, of Jacksonville, Ore., peacefully passed away on April 8, 2025 at Pioneer Village Senior Living. A private Memorial Service will be held at 10 a.m. on May 29, 2025 at Eagle Point National Cemetery, 2763 Riley Road, Eagle Point, OR.Doris was born on March 9, 1931 in Piedmont, Ala., to Charles Thomas and Julia Mae...

Gerlev "Pete" Pedersen

Gerlev "Pete" Pedersen

Mar 29, 2025

Gerlev "Pete" Pedersen passed away on March 29, 2025. Born March 7, 1949, in Newman, California, he lived a full life marked by numerous associations, enduring connections and meaningful relationships.Pete was the beloved husband of Tammy Herbers and together they created a happy home in Central Point, Oregon. Preceded in death, Pete was cherished by his parents Tage 'Ted' and...

Gene Arnold Rosecrans

Gene Arnold Rosecrans

Mar 26, 2025

Gene Arnold Rosecrans, the sixth child of Charlie and Millie, was born on March 6th, 1933.He was married to Shirley (Bunch), who preceded him in death two years ago. Together, they had five children, and also nine grandchildren. Gene and Shirley were also great and great-great grandparents - which made them great grandparents in the truest sense of the word.While...

Christiane Solange Kelley

Christiane Solange Kelley

Mar 12, 2025

Christiane Solange Kelley, beloved family matriarch, passed on to her Lord’s waiting embrace on March 12th, 2025. After a diagnosis of Stage 4 ovarian cancer in 2020, Chris resolved to remain as enthusiastic about life as ever, visiting with friends and attending social events she loved, while keeping a full schedule with family near and far.

Chris was born and raised...

Ella Eileen Talburt

Ella Eileen Talburt

Mar 10, 2025

Eileen was born on March 31, 1945 in Coeur d’Alene Idaho to Gene Carroll and Ella Bealer. She passed away on March 10, 2025 in Medford, Oregon and 3 days before her 60th wedding anniversary to Jim. The family along with her brother Marvin and sister Gloria moved from Spokane WA to Roseburg OR in the early 1960’s. On March...

John Henry Bott

John Henry Bott

Mar 10, 2025

John bravely fought his battle with cancer. While we are deeply saddened by his loss, we take comfort in remembering the many wonderful moments shared with him. John was a remarkable person—an avid hiker and marathon runner who had a deep love for the outdoors.

His passion for life extended to his grandkids, of whom he was immensely proud. John’s love...

Eva Laverne Albert

Eva Laverne Albert

Mar 1, 2025

Glennda Albert Allen and Linda Albert Cowden's mother passed away peacefully at the age of 97, on March 1, 2025. Mother lived her life on her own terms. Seh was an independent thinker, living her life by the code of hard work. We grew up in a clean, well-organized home, filled with lots of love and discipline. It has been...

Richard Scott Hamilton

Richard Scott Hamilton

Feb 27, 2025

Richard Scott Hamilton was born on June 2, 1937 to Cyrus Scott Hamilton and Frances Louise (Johnson) Hamilton. Dick's father and grandfather were pear orchardists So, his childhood was a good farm life, with four sisters and a little brother. Dick excelled at athletics and held a track record for low hurdles at Crater High for many years. He was...

Gary Ronald West

Gary Ronald West

Feb 21, 2025

Gary Ronald West, 86, of Central Point and Jacksonville, Oregon, passed away on February 21, 2025 surrounded by his loving family.Gary was born in Medford, Oregon to Fred R. West and Ethel (Pursel) West. He graduated from Jacksonville High School in 1957 and became a journeyman meat cutter in 1959, Gary is survived by his wife of 66 years Dee Ann...

Carol Ann Lavender

Carol Ann Lavender

Feb 9, 2025

A Cherished Life Remembered It is with great sorrow that we announce the passing of Carol Ann (Darby) Lavender, who left us at the age of 78. She was a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, whose warmth and giving nature touched the lives of everyone who knew her. Carol was born May 6, 1946, in Medford, Oregon, to Marvin Lindbergh...