Obituaries
Robert Paul Phillips
Dec 25, 2024
The world bid farewell to a truly one-of-a-kind individual this past Christmas.
Born on October 3, 1958, in Aurora, Illinois, Robert Paul Phillips was the beloved son of Charles Lloyd Phillips and Joy Mary (Kresen) Phillips. He grew up in a lively household with five sisters—two older and three younger—and one older brother. In 1964, the family relocated from their Naperville...
James Paul Weissinger
Dec 24, 2024
It is with profound sadness that we share the passing of James Paul Weissinger, 84 who passed away peacefully on December 24th, in Grants Pass, Oregon. He was born on June 22, 1940, in Los Angeles, California to Sarah Jean Weissinger and Raymond Gottfried Weissinger. James studied Engineering at Cerritos Community College. James later enlisted in the Air Force as...
Maria Teresa Millard
Dec 23, 2024
Maria (Mary) Teresa Jackovich Coriz, 96, of Central Point, Oregon, left this world peacefully on December 23rd, 2024. Born on September 29th, 1928 in Santa Fe, New Mexico, Maria Teresa was a beloved grandmother, cherished by family and friends, and everyone who knew her. Maria Teresa’s life was a testament to the power of love and faith. She was a...
Kathleen Cheryl Bracken
Dec 16, 2024
Kathleen Cheryl Bracken, 75 of Kerby passed away on December 16, 2024 at Asante Three Rivers Medical Center, Grants Pass, Oregon.
Melvin A Holdener
Dec 12, 2024
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Melvin A. Holdener, born on May 1, 1936, in Belleville, Illinois. He peacefully departed this world on December 12, 2024, in Grants Pass, Oregon, at the age of 88.
Melvin was raised on a family farm on the outskirts of East St. Louis, where he cultivated a deep connection to...
Alicia Sedelia Wyckhuyse
Dec 11, 2024
Alicia Sedelia Wyckhuysc crossed the Threshold of Eternity on December 11, 2024. She was 62 years old and leaves a devastated and grieving family.
Alicia was born in Alice, Texas in 1962 to her mother, Alicia Gutierrez. She was joined by a brother and three sisters. Her life journey began in Texas and spanned several locations within the United States and...
Dr. Jim B. Hales
Dec 11, 2024
Dr. Jim Hales, 89 passed away Wednesday, December 11, 2024 at his home in Grants Pass.
Sammy Tom Sullivan
Dec 7, 2024
Sammy Tom Sullivan, 91 of Grants Pass passed away on December 7, 2024 at Highland House Nursing & Rehabilitation Center in Grants Pass.
Private family services will be held Saturday, May 17, 2025.
Catherine Renee Wood
Nov 21, 2024
Catherine Renee Wood, 73 died unexpectantly November 21, 2024. Her accomplishments are too numerable to mention individually, and her humble nature would dissuade the listing of every achievement. Nonetheless it demands mentioning that she contributed immensely to charitable organizations, worthy causes and the arts.
She helped raise hundreds of thousands of dollars for United Way in Grants Pass, established the non-profit...
Nelson Wilford Lodge
Nov 18, 2024
Former Stanford University Head Men’s Soccer Coach and Los Altos High School Girls Soccer Coach Nelson Wilford Lodge, “Coach,” passed away peacefully at his home in Grants Pass, Oregon on November 18, 2024. He was 87 years old.
Born on December 13, 1936 in Drexel Hill, Pennsylvania to mother Mary (Matlock) and father Nelson Lodge, Nelson was one of four children....
Barbara "Bobbi" Jo Swanson
Nov 16, 2024
Bobbi Swanson passed away at home in Grants Pass, surrounded by family, on Saturday, November 16th, 2024. Born in Montana, she grew up in Virginia, Florida, Hawaii, and California as a Navy brat, before settling in Oregon. Bobbi worked at South Middle School before starting her own business, Swanson Indexing Services. She opened her home to an array of family...
Vernon Eugene Farris Jr
Nov 12, 2024
Vernon Farris, originally from Corinth, MS passed away on Tuesday, November 12, 2024 in Grants Pass, OR. He is survived by his two children, four grandchildren, his late partners three children, and an older brother. Private services will be held at a later date.
Garry Belden Egan
Nov 9, 2024
Garry Belden Egan, 81, of Grants Pass, passed away on November 9, 2024 at Asante Three Rivers Medical Center. Born on December 8, 1942 in San Jose, California to Charles and Alice Egan, he grew up in Campbell, California. After graduating high school, Garry left at the age of 17 to dedicate two terms of service to the United States...
Megan Yvonne Wells
Nov 6, 2024
Megan Yvonne Wells, 34 of Grants Pass passed away Wednesday, November 6, 2024.
Jennifer Lee Williams
Nov 5, 2024
In memory of a loving mother, grandmother, great grandmother and soulmate she was known for her warmth, adventurous spirit, and boundless love for life. Jennifer Lee Williams age 69 passed away with all of her kids and soulmate by her side. Jennifer was born in Encino, California July 27, 1955 to Alice Marie fries and William Russell Scott. Jennifer graduated...
Sammy Harold Nelson Jr
Nov 4, 2024
Sammy Harold Nelson Jr, born on May 11, 1958, in Astoria, Oregon, passed away on November 4, 2024, in Grants Pass, Oregon. He was a beloved brother, uncle, cousin, and friend. Warmth and kindness touched the lives of those around him.
Sammy spent his early years in Bend, McMinnville, and Sweet Home, where he graduated from high school. His dedication to...
Zachariah Ellis Fitzpatrick
Nov 2, 2024
Zachariah Ellis Fitzpatrick, 16 of Williams passed away Saturday, November 2, 2024 as a result of a motor vehicle accident.
A celebration of life is pending.

Yvonne Gaedecke
Oct 23, 2024
Yvonne Gaedecke, née Prince, was born on May 3, 1935, in Middleton, Utah. She departed this life on October 23, 2024, at her home in Azalea, Oregon, leaving behind a legacy of love and cherished memories.
Yvonne's life was marked by her unwavering spirit and deep commitment to her family and community. Throughout her years, she nurtured many relationships, forging bonds...