Category: obituaries

Frances Marie “Rennie” Crain

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In Loving Memory,

Frances Marie “Rennie” Crain

Frances Marie “Rennie” Crain passed away peacefully at her home in Chiloquin Or., May 31, 2018, surrounded by her loved ones.  Rennie was born Frances Marie Brown September 11, 1936, in Klamath Falls, OR, to Aleway “Toy” Brown … Continue reading

Nickey Roland Rich Jr.

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Nickey Roland Rich Jr., 31, went home to be with his Lord on May 12, 2018. Nick was born on April 24, 1987, to Nick and Kathy Rich. Nick graduated from Chiloquin High School in 2005 and later attended Klamath Community College. Nick worked for the Winema Hotshots until … Continue reading

Paula Woods

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In Loving Memory,

Paula Woods passed away unexpectedly on April 17th, 2018.

A Memorial Service will be held at 11:00am Monday, April 23rd, 2018 at St. Peter’s Catholic Church – 1150 Maxwell Rd. in … Continue reading

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Francis “Frankie” Robert Crispen Jr., July 13, – November 17, 2017. Spartan at Heart, healthy body, healthy spirit, and don’t forget the tattoos. When you bumped into Frankie, you would have been welcomed with a warm handshake, smile and a hug. Always a friend and encourager, he strove to be … Continue reading

John H. Ide

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Wednesday, November 30, 1932  –  Tuesday, April 11, 2017

John “Jack” Harrison Ide, TSgt USAF (Ret.), PhD Edu, age 84, of Spokane, WA, passed away on Tuesday, April 11, 2017, at Copper Leaf Village in Ripon, WI.

John was born November 30, 1932, in the … Continue reading

James Edward Dumont

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JD was 73.  Born on Fort Klamath reservation in Chiloquin, OR, on September 28th, 1943 to Robert and Clarisse Dumont. He lost his battle with cancer on February 19, 2017 in his home surrounded by his family.

JD moved to Ely in 1977. He was a hard worker who worked … Continue reading

Mary Alice Looper

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Mary Alice Looper, age 66, of Red Oak, Oklahoma, passed away Wednesday, April 12, 2017 at the  McAlester Regional Hospital, McAlester, Oklahoma.

Mary was born in Wilburton, Oklahoma on July 16, 1950, a daughter of the late Mary Frances (Anderson) and Hance  Phillips.

Mary was a  homemaker.  She was of … Continue reading

Dorian Dea Lotches

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Dorian Dea Lotches went home to be with her Lord and son, Aaron, on March 19, 2017.Dea was born on Nov. 7, 1973, to Doreen McNair, whom Dea joins in heaven.She graduated from College of Cosmetology and pursued her career. She was also employed by  and

King-Wah … Continue reading

Victor Leonardo Cruz

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 Victor Leonardo Cruz of Klamath Falls, OR, passed away in Portland, OR on Tuesday, Jan. 24, 2017. He was born in Salem, OR on Jan. 5 1992 to    Leta Unive and Margarito Cruz. A father, son, brother, cousin, uncle and nephew he brought smiles to many. His … Continue reading

Richard C. Sconchin

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Richard C. Sconchin passed away unexpectedly on Sept. 26, 2016, at the age of 65. Richard was born in Klamath Falls, Ore., on June 26, 1951, to Raymond R. and Darlene J. (Hayes) Sconchin. A great-great-grandson of John Schonchin, Richard was proud of his Modoc ancestry and was enrolled in … Continue reading

FYI for Members. We are seeking information for the attached whereabouts of those listed.

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FYI for Members.  We are seeking information for the attached whereabouts of those listed.

Attached is a current list of Klamath Tribal members whose whereabouts are unknown or whose records do not otherwise contain mailing addresses. These members may have a settlement due them from the Indian Trust … Continue reading

Chalayne Rae Treetop

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Chalayne Rae Treetop, 40, passed away on Sept. 15, 2016, in Chiloquin, Ore. She was born on Oct. 14, 1975, in Klamath Falls, Ore., to Michael Raymond Treetop, Jr. and Rose Mary (Jackson) Treetop. She attended Chiloquin High School. She enjoyed doing bead-work, Indian dance, traveling, cooking and spending time … Continue reading

Nora Ellen (McAuliffe) Hawkins

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Nora Ellen (McAuliffe) Hawkins, 82, passed away on Sept. 4, 2016, at her residence in Dairy, Ore. Funeral services will be held in St. Francis Cabrini Catholic Church in Bonanza, Ore., on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2016, beginning with recitation of the holy rosary at 10:30 a.m. followed by a mass of … Continue reading

Eloise B. Moppin Ohles

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Eloise passed away on August 22, 2016 in Chiloquin, OR.

She was born on February 10, 1934 in , OK to Sherman Buddy Moppin, Sr. and Mildred George. She loved all her family, friends, and tribal people. The many prayers she said over her land, animals, and tribal people still … Continue reading

Ila Miller

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Ila Ann Miller, beloved wife, mother, grandma, sister and aunt, passed away on July 21, 2016, in Sky Lakes Medical Center while surrounded by family and friends. She was the wife of Erwin Miller Sr. and they shared 39 years of marriage together. Ila was born in Klamath Falls to the late Clarence “Bud” Gentry and Irma “Bushy” Gentry (Charles) on Sept. 7, 1949. She attended Chiloquin High School, where she was crowned homecoming queen. When Ila was young, her beauty allowed her to follow her modeling dreams as far away as New York City and the California Bay Area. More than anything, Ila loved her family and at heart was a homemaker. Her life was defined by loving and caring for others. In addition to creating a loving home, Ila worked at The Cattle Crossing, Western Log Homes, The Family Food Center, Kla-Mo-Ya Casino and El Rodeo. She is survived by her husband, Erwin Miller Sr.; son and daughter-in-law, E.J. and Traci Miller; son and daughter-in-law, J.R. and Crystal Miller; daughter, Jeanine Miller; son-in-law, Mike Tupper; grandsons, Darius Miller, Sandy Miller and Bill Miller; granddaughters, Larkynn Tupper, Tahj Miller and Shawnee Miller; sister, Patti Jackson; sister/nieces, Anna Bennett, Donna Ridenour and Gina Ridenour; sisters-in-law and brothers-in-laws, Betty Jo Gentry, Sherrie Miller and Oran Miller; mother-in-law, Ruth Miller; brother-in-law, Thumper and nephew Leo Miller; nephews and nieces and families, Shawn Jackson, Checkers Ridenour, Aaron Crume, Jayson Bennett, Joe Gentry, Don Gentry, Jay and Vincent Gentry, Romy Magnuson, Buck Kness, Raini Harrington, Jasmine Etchevers, and Dalton Harrington, Frank McNair, Brian, Chris, Paul, Renee, Sheena, Julie, and David Gentry Jr., and Joey and Jamie Gentry, and many other family and friends. She is also survived by her very special grand-dog, “Ittle Buddy.” Ila was preceded in death by her parents, Clarence and Irma Gentry; sister, Nancy Ridenour; and brothers, Gene, Donald, Abby and David Gentry. Her services will be held in Chiloquin Assembly of God (Chiloquin Christian Center) at 11 a.m. Saturday, July 30, 2016, with a meal directly to follow.

Melanie “Buzz” Jackson

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Melanie LaJean “Buzz” Jackson was born in Klamath Falls, Ore., on Sept. 19, 1965, to Carroll F. “Skip” Jackson and Loyette L. “Lucy” Moppin Jackson. Buzz was the youngest of five daughters. She loved camping, hunting and being in the woods. Buzz was a cultural resource technician for the Winema … Continue reading

Lewis “Corky” Gibbons

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Lewis “Corky” Gibbons, 83, passed away on Feb. 25, 2016. He was born at Klamath Agency on July 5, 1932, the fourth youngest of nine children. He was a member of the Klamath Tribes. He leaves one sister Patty Dumont, 36 of his 55 nieces and nephews, and many … Continue reading

Betty Rose Brown

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Betty Rose Brown, 74, “Went home to meet her Maker,” Monday, July 18, 2011, at her Beatty, Ore. residence with her husband of nearly 50 years and her husband’s sister, Renie, at her side. Betty was born March 22, 1937, in Belle Fourche, S.D. to her parents, Jake Mauch and … Continue reading

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In Loving Memory,

A Celebration of Life Lunch/Potluck will be held for, Charles E. (Chaz) Kimbol Jr.

All Friends and Family Invited

When: Monday, February 15, 2016

Where: Chiloquin Christian Center, Chiloquin, Oregon
(Former Assembly of God Church)

Time: 11:00am- 1:30pm

Note: At his request, there will be … Continue reading

Dustin “Dutch” Townsend SR.

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Dustin “Dutch” Townsend Sr. arrived on April 28, 1968, and flew home with the eagles on Dec. 1, 2015. Dutch loved the woods/outdoors, whether he was firefighting, hunting, fishing or just “because.” He was a member of the Klamath Tribes and most proud of his “Paiute” ancestry. When he was … Continue reading

Phyllis Mae Walker

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Phyllis Mae Walker (1928 – 2015)

Phyllis was born on April 28, 1928, in Oakland, Calif. She went safely home with the Lord on Nov. 25, 2015, in Klamath Falls, Ore. Phyllis was a member of the Klamath Tribes. She was preceded in death by her parents, Willy Burns Sr. … Continue reading

Richard Lee Barney

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Richard Lee Barney (1940 – 2015)

Richard Lee Barney, 75, passed away peacefully at Hospice House in Bend, Ore., on Nov. 22, 2015, after a fight with cancer. He was born in Chiloquin on Sept. 16, 1940, to Levi and Nora Barney. He attended Chiloquin High School and Oregon Institute … Continue reading

Marylyn Sheppard-Blair

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Marylyn H. Sheppard-Blair passed away on Monday, Sept. 27, 2010, at the young age of 47.
The wake will begin at 6 p.m. Friday, Oct. 1, 2010. A service of tribute and love will be at 1 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 2, 2010. Both will take place in Chiloquin, Ore., … Continue reading

Tommy Decker

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Tommy went on to be with our Creator on Oct. 1, 2015. Tommy grew up in Cave Junction and graduated from Illinois High School. He then went on to graduate from Oregon Institute of Technology in Klamath Falls, OR, with a major in mechanics. Tom then joined the U.S. Army … Continue reading

Roy Milton Hill

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Roy Hill Obituary – Klamath Falls, OR | Herald And News//  

Roy Milton Hill, a resident of Bonanza, died Sept. 8, 2015, at the age of 79. A memorial service will be at 2 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 3, 2015, at Triad School, 2450 Summers Lane. O’Hair Funeral Chapel is … Continue reading

Merris Collins

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Merris Collins Obituary – Klamath Falls, OR | Herald And News//  

Entered into Heaven Sept. 22, 2015. Born Nov. 1, 1953, to the late Skip and Lucy Jackson. She fell head over heels for Jim Collins and married in 1977. She is survived by children, Twyla and Schmoo Miller, … Continue reading

Christopher Le Parazoo

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In Loving Memory of Christopher Le Parazoo 

December 02, 1974 to July 01, 2015

 

Christopher was born in Burbank, California to Lucy Ann Parazoo- Ramirez and Leland Parazoo on December 2, 1974. He was raised in Chino, California and was a journeyman electrician for the state of California. Christopher … Continue reading