obituaries
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In Loving Memory, Family and friends are mourning the loss of Gordon Bettles, devoted husband, father, grandfather – and friend to the myriads of people whose paths crossed his throughout his lifetime. He was just as blessed to have these people in his life as they were to have him […]
In Loving Memory of Tribal Elder, Christine G. Riddle Allen Christine Grazelda Riddle Allen, 92, went home to be with her Lord on January 17, 2020, at her home in Klamath Falls, Oregon, while surrounded by family. At the time of death, she was the oldest known Modoc, Yahooskin […]
In Loving Memory, Celebration of Life Service for Nadra Lynn Gallagher will be held in Klamath Falls, Oregon, on Saturday, November 16th at Noon – Klamath County Fairgrounds exhibit building #1 Potluck style lunch and (desserts-her favorite) immediately following service- Bring your favorite to share.
Rayson was a Modoc Indian of the Klamath Tribes. He was born on Jan. 14, 1947, in Klamath Falls, Ore. He was born to Modoc parents Bill and Rachel Tupper. He went home at the age of 72, to be with his Lord and Savior on July 28, 2019, with […]
Memorial Services for Modoc Elder/Klamath Tribal Member- Rayson Tupper will be held: *Viewing: Tuesday- July 30th- Viewing and Visitation: 3pm-7pm at O’Hairs Funeral Home 515 Pine Street Klamath Falls, Oregon *Dig Grave: Wednesday 9am- Any men are welcome at Chief Schonchin Cemetery *Funeral Services: *11am: Thursday, August 1st – Memorial […]
Rosa Faye Shadley Wilson was born on Dec. 8, 1937, to Edwin and Florence Shadley in Sprague River, Ore., and passed away on July 4, 2019, at home in Sprague River. Rosa lived most of her life in Sprague River. She went to school in Sprague River, Bonanza and Chiloquin. […]
In Loving Memory… Samuel Fast Buffalo Horse Samuel Fast Buffalo Horse (aka Sammy) was born January 24, 1992. He was brutally taken from this world June12, 2019. He grew up in Portland and Chiloquin Oregon. He left behind his parents, Sheila and Sam, his sisters Angeline, HappyStar and Zintkala, his […]
In Loving Memory, Annabelle Summers Bates Annabelle Summers Bates, Coquille/Klamath was born at Klamath Agency September, 8. 1927 to Frank and Angeline Walker Summers. She died in Klamath Falls, OR June 15, 2019. She was an enrolled member of the Klamath Tribes and grew up on the Klamath Indian Reservation. […]
In Loving Memory, Madeline ‘Doodles’ Barkley-Claypool, a Klamath Falls resident and Klamath Tribal Member, passed away at Sky Lakes Medical Center on April 17, 2019. She was born on June 5, 1946, to Donald Barkley Sr. and Mary Chocktoot. “Doodles” loved to spend time with her sister “Beatles,” going to the casino and just […]
In Loving Memory of our Beautiful Girl… Miss Theresa Ann “Itsy” Erlei went to be with our Creator peacefully in her home on May 10, 2019 in Chiloquin, Oregon at the age of 43. Theresa is survived by her daughter Georgene Tenorio, mothers, GeorGene Wright Erlei Nelson and Pixie Souza […]
Leroy “Ton” Jackson Jr., 61, died on Feb. 3, 2019, at his home surrounded by friends and family. Ton was born on May 18, 1957, in Klamath Falls, Ore. He was preceded in death by his father Leroy Jackson Sr. and his mother Catherine Wright Jackson. After graduating from Klamath […]
Hosie Jane Sheppard Winters (Tweet) passed away peacefully in the early hours on Friday, Nov, 30, 2018, at home with her husband by her side in Alturas, CA. Tweet was born on Nov. 19, 1957, in Klamath Falls, OR, to Marlyn and Mary Sheppard. Survivors include her husband Raymon Winters; step-sons […]
Louisa Mae “Mouie Brown, 53, went home to be with her Lord on Dec. 2, 2018. Mouie was born on June 16, 1965, to Lupe Agnes Brown and Wauseka Brown Sr. She was born and raised in Chiloquin, Ore., where she was taught to know her native chores for a […]
Stephen Lang, 76, passed away Saturday, November 17, 2018 at his home surrounded by his family. Stephen was born to Ellsworth and Inez Lang on February 2, 1942 at the Klamath Agency near Chiloquin, Oregon. He grew up on the Ancestral home along the Williamson River spending countless hours with […]
In Loving Memory, Lynn Schonchin, Sr. – Klamath Tribal Historian On November 27, 2018 Lynn Schonchin Sr. “Pops” began his journey to be with his Creator, with his family by his side. He was a lifelong resident in Klamath County, with the exception of a few school years in Lincoln […]
In Memory of A Very Special Loved One… The following obituary of tribal member Gordon Copeland, roll no. 393, has been prepared especially for the Klamath Tribes, submitted with a humble heart by his family and friends. Gordon Lee Copeland, (aka Walking Stick, Tall Bear, and Razor), passed from this life […]
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 and the former Flora Aggie […]
Bill Tupper, 89, A Modoc Indian of the Klamath Tribes of Oregon, was born on February 9, 1929, at the Klamath Indian Agency, near Chiloquin Oregon. He was born to Edson Tupper and Josephine Jackson Tupper. He went home to be with his Lord and savior on May 30, […]
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 being […]
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 Eugene, Oregon. She married Klamath Tribal Member, Lawrence (Beaver) Woods on July 20th, 1968 – The […]
In Memory Of Our Loved One… Kamiken Lee Spino passed away on Thursday, October 26th, 2017 in Warm Spring Oregon. He was born December 27th, 1998 to Betty Vera Spino and Danny McGraw Jr. He was an enrolled member of The Confederated Tribe of the Warm Springs Reservation of Oregon. […]
Known to many as “The Friendly Giant”, Rodolfo “Rudy” Escatel was born in Ashland, Oregon on November 28th 1951. He was welcomed into heaven’s gates on the evening of Dec. 5, 2017, after a courageous battle with cancer. He leaves his wife of 44 years, Carolyn Escatel; his sons, Eric […]
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 […]
Mercedez Alexiz Rasdal gained her angel wings on Oct.22nd, 2017, after an eight month battle with DIPG (brain cancer) . Mercedez was gifted to this world in Klamath Falls on May 22nd, 2006 to Eric Rasdal and Tyra Moore. She attended Head Start, Mills Elementary, and Ponderosa Middle School while […]
In Loving Memory, Arnie Lee Eggsman Arnie Lee Whirlwind Eggsman, 32 went to be with his parents and loved ones on September 17, 2017 in Chiloquin, Oregon. Arnie graduated from Chiloquin High School and briefly attended Lane Community College in Eugene, Oregon. Arnie worked various jobs, but most recently […]
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 Klamath Agency in Oregon, the son of […]
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 […]
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 […]
Celebration of Life Service Friday, April 21, 2017 11:00am Beatty Valley Gospel Mission Pastor Crayton Jackson Final Resting Place Paiute Cemetery *Thursday, April 20th – 9am – Tribal Administration Auditorium Per the request of his family, staff and Tribal Council are coordinating a small Honoring in the Tribal Administration Auditorium […]
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 restaurants.She loved her […]
Grover Charles Clark Jr. “Bipper” left this earth to join his loved ones gone before him on Feb. 28, 2017, in Klamath Falls, Ore. Bipper was born on Aug. 22, 1966, in Klamath Falls to Grover Charles Clark and Ferol “Cutie” Jean McNair. He graduated from Sacred Heart High School […]
Services will be held: Monday, February 13 at the Big Gym Chiloquin, Oregon Time: 11:00am A potluck style lunch will be held following the service at the Community Center on Main Street in Chiloquin, OR.
Today we have lost a Beautiful Lady, but Heaven has gained an Angel… Services for Modoc- Klamath Tribal Elder, Linda David will be: Tuesday, February 7, 2017 Chiloquin Community Center Chiloquin, Oregon 1:00pm Don Gentry will Officiate *Graveside service and luncheon will follow
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 infectious positive […]
In Loving Memory of our dear Loved One: Born October 2, 1934 to John Unive and Mildred Crain Unive. Went home on October 26, 2016 with loved ones by his side. A Memorial Dinner will be held Saturday, November 5th at the goos oLgi gowa (Gathering Place) in Chiloquin, […]
Leon Mickinnley “Boo” Weeks, Jr was born to Leon Weeks, Sr. and Marcella Harrington on July 20, 1966. He passed away in Klamath Falls, Ore., on Oct. 6, 2016. He was raised in Chiloquin, Ore., and went to school in Chiloquin and Klamath Falls. Leon worked as a construction […]
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 […]
klamath-tribe-list 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 Settlement […]
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 […]
Went to Creator on Aug. 17, 2016. The family is hosting a memorial dinner in his honor Sept. 4, 2016, at noon in the Beatty Community Center. Friends and family are encouraged to share their memories.
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 […]