Obituaries

Oct 27, 2026

With heavy hearts and a lifetime of cherished memories, we announce the passing of Rebecca Lynn Wright Mead, who passed away peacefully at her home in Rogue River, Oregon, on October 27, 2026, at the age of 71. Lovingly known as Becci to family and friends, Mom to her children, and Mamaw to her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, she held a...

Oct 25, 2026

Dimitri Tonkil (81) passed away on October 25, 2025 at Royale Gardens Health and Rehabilitation Center in Grants Pass, Oregon.

Oct 19, 2026

JAMES (JIM) KIMBLE KIEFER, JR. 1946 - 2026

Not everyone's obit should read like a Hallmark card. This one doesn't. No kids. No grandkids. No wife. No choking tether to a corporation that could have tainted the best years of his life. Some would murmur, "selfish" or "loser". That's okay. Those who knew him would not. From all accounts, Jim...

Oct 17, 2026

Blake Jerome Coffman (75) of Kentucky, passed away on Saturday October 17, 2026, at Asante Three Rivers Medical Center in Grants Pass, OR. Arrangements under the care of Stephens Family Chapel.

Oct 16, 2026

Tracy L. Ray

Tracy died suddenly on October 17, 2026 in Wilderville, Oregon. Tracy was a mother, a grandmother, an aunt, a great aunt, a partner, and a sister. She was independent, strong, creative, and passionate. She spoke up for herself and those around her, especially when she saw an 'underdog'. She was 'a big personality in a small package.'

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Oct 16, 2026

Gordon "Groovy" Campbell Gerhardt (73) of San Francisco, California passed away on October 16, 2026 at his home in Grants Pass, Oregon.

Oct 15, 2026

Anthony Joseph Riojas (62) of Grants Pass, OR passed away on October 15, 2026 at Asante Rogue Regional Medical Center in Medford, Oregon. Anthony was the eldest of two, born December 1, 1963 in San Jose, CA. He moved to Grants Pass in 2012 to support his parents with the heavy work load. Survivors include his father, Tony Riojas; sister,...

Oct 14, 2026

Victor Capers (71) passed away on October 14, 2026 at Royale Gardens Health and Rehabilitation Center in Grants Pass, Oregon.

Oct 14, 2026

Gordon Dean Langenbeck, 85 of Grants Pass passed away Wednesday, October 14, 2026 at Asante Three Rivers Medical Center, Grants Pass, Oregon. He was born on 1 February 1941, in Santa Maria, CA to the late Chester and Helen (Stoddard) Langenbeck. He was educated in local schools and graduated from Santa Maria High School in 1958 where he was the...

Oct 7, 2026

Larry Duane Foster (78) of Soda Springs, Idaho passed away on October 7, 2026 at Asante Rogue Regional Medical Center in Medford, Oregon.

Oct 5, 2026

In Loving Memory of Michael Lee Milton

July 1, 1946 - October 5, 2026

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Michael Lee Milton, on October 5, 2026. He passed away peacefully at home with his family by his side. Michael (Mike) was born on July 1, 1946 to Edward and Francis Milton of Hayward, CA. Mike Graduated...

Oct 5, 2026

The perfect obituary is Sam’s own account written in his book titled:

“HOMELESSNESS, THE DESTRUCTION OF PRIDE”

[Truly Surrendered, Broken, and Blessed by God]

There’s very little I can add to that.

Sam was born in Torrington, WY to Frank and Letha Kinser and was 3 years old when the family moved out west to the Eugene, OR area. He grew up on a...

Oct 4, 2026

Oct 3, 2026

William Francis Smith (81) of Butte, Montana, passed away on Saturday October 03, 2026, at his home in Grants Pass, OR. Arrangements under the care of Stephens Family Chapel.

Oct 3, 2026

Oct 2, 2026

Steve lived a life of service for the Kingdom of God and had an amazing heart for Christ. His faith was at the center of his life, and he touched so many people through his love, kindness, and devotion to the Lord. He is now resting peacefully, waiting for the day when Jesus will take him home. Please join us...

Oct 2, 2026

Judy Elaine Craig (83) of Ontario, Canada passed away on October 2, 2026 at her home in Grants Pass, Oregon.

Oct 1, 2026

Herbert Faszer, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, passed away on October 1, 2026, at the age of 100. Herb was born on July 31, 1926, on a farm outside of Hilda, Saskatchewan, Canada. He grew up in a family of ten children, where life revolved around family, hard work, and faith. At the age of 16, Herb left home...

Sep 30, 2026

Roger Alfred Stainbrook (84) of Red Bluff, California passed away on September 30, 2026 at Asante Three Rivers Medical Center in Grants Pass, Oregon.He is survived by his wife, Valerie Stainbrook; his son, Duane Stainbrook; his daughter, Arlynda Lane; his step-daughter, Tami Krauss; his step-grandson, Gregory Hurd; and his grandchildren, Connor and Kelsey Lane, and Bridger and Cooper Stainbrook.

Sep 16, 2026

Cheryl Lee Brown, a beloved daughter of Grants Pass, Oregon, passed away peacefully from natural causes on September 16, 2026, at the age of 79. Born on November 9, 1946, Cheryl's life was a testament to her unwavering compassion, deep commitment to mental health, and zest for life.

A proud native of Grants Pass, Cheryl spent her early years in...