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Greater Southern Oregon; including Josephine, Jackson, and Douglas Counties

Richard Swanson

Richard Swanson

Jul 14, 2025

Please leave a memory of Richard in his Guestbook.

Patricia Manning

Patricia Manning

Jul 14, 2025

Patricia Manning, age 88, of Rogue River, died July 14, 2025 at Morrow Heights.

Patricia Manning, born on May 14, 1937, in Beverly, New Jersey, passed away peacefully on July 14, 2025, in Morrow Heights. Patricia was a beloved mother, sister, and grandmother whose vibrant spirit and dedication to her family profoundly impacted all who were fortunate enough to know her.

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Arlene Catherine Whitehead-Cepeda

Arlene Catherine Whitehead-Cepeda

Jul 14, 2025

Arlene Catherine Whitehead-Cepeda, age 86, of Grants Pass, died July 14, 2025 at a licensed adult foster care facility. 

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John Anthony Fabrizio

John Anthony Fabrizio

Jul 12, 2025

John Anthony Fabrizio, age 65, of Cave Junction, died July 12, 2025 at his home.

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Harry Vern Elledge

Harry Vern Elledge

Jul 11, 2025

Harry Vern Elledge, age 90, of Grants Pass, died July 11, 2025 at his home.

A memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m., August 16, 2025 at Grace Bible Church.

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Richard T. Hosley

Richard T. Hosley

Jul 11, 2025

Richard T. Hosley, age 85, of Grants Pass, died July 11, 2025 at Asante Three Rivers Medical Center.

A celebration of life will be held at 2:00 p.m., August 3, 2025 at River Valley Church-Downtown.

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Virginia Lind

Virginia Lind

Jul 10, 2025

Virginia Lind, age 81, of Grants Pass, died July 10, 2025 at her home.

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Lori R. Brown

Lori R. Brown

Jul 8, 2025

Lori R. Brown, age 68, of Grants Pass, died July 8, 2025 at her home.

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Mark Storey

Mark Storey

Jul 7, 2025

Mark Storey, age 90, of Rogue River, died July 7, 2025 at Asante Three Rivers Medical Center.

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Candace Bartow

Candace Bartow

Jul 7, 2025

Candace J. Bartow, devoted wife, mother, public servant, and community advocate, passed away on July 7th, 2025 in Grants Pass, Oregon. She was 73.

Born on October 10, 1951, in Alhambra, California, Candace was the third child of Kenneth L. Simensen and Barbara L. Simensen. As the daughter of an Air Force Service Officer, she spent much of her youth traveling...

Thomas Luke Zech

Thomas Luke Zech

Jul 7, 2025

Thomas Luke Zech (Tom) was born on February 14, 1960. He passed away on July 7, 2025 after a short battle with cancer. He was the beloved son of Ralph and Bette Zech. When the family moved to a farm in Enumclaw, Tom joined the inaugural classes at Westwood Elementary School and later graduated from Enumclaw High School. He was...

Elizabeth "Betty" McCaw

Elizabeth "Betty" McCaw

Jul 7, 2025

Elizabeth "Betty" McCaw, age 93, of Grants Pass, died July 7, 2025 in Grants Pass.

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Eric John Edin

Eric John Edin

Jul 4, 2025

Eric John Edin, age 69, of Grants Pass, died July 4, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of dedication, strength, and unwavering commitment to his family.

He is survived by his wife, Delia Edin; daughters, Catherine and Tracy; and six grandchildren: Luca, Genesis, Mya, Jaylen, Kenna, and Shai; and his three loving sisters, Jo Anne Coller, Mary Edin, and Elinor Edin Kasza....

Kam Elene Smith

Kam Elene Smith

Jul 4, 2025

Kam Elene Smith, age 67, of Glendale, passed away at her home surrounded by her loving family and friends on July 4, 2025.

Kam will be buried next to her late husband at Wilderville Cemetery on Saturday, July 12, 2025 at 10:00 a.m., with Followers of Christ conducting a graveside service.

She was born Kam Elene Dunlap to Eldon Emmit “Bud” and...

Shirley Sowell-Gooch-Linkhart

Shirley Sowell-Gooch-Linkhart

Jul 4, 2025

Shirley Sowell Gooch Linkhart, age 87, of Grants Pass, died July 4, 2025 at a Licensed Assisted Living Facility.

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Julie Dianne Hill

Julie Dianne Hill

Jul 3, 2025

Julie Dianne Hill, age 65, of Wilderville, Oregon, passed away at her home surrounded by her loving family.

Julie was born to Joseph and Dianne Hill. It was soon realized that she was born with Down Syndrome. Without a second thought in their minds, they brought Julie home and gave her the wonderful life she so deserved. Julie grew up in...

Gerald Lee Eastman

Gerald Lee Eastman

Jul 1, 2025

Gerald Lee Eastman, the storyteller of all storytellers, a true Canadian cowboy through and through, rode off into the sunset on Canada Day, July 01, 2025, at the age of 81.

Born on September 13, 1943, in Bassano, Alberta, Canada. Lee (he hated his first name Gerald and always went by his middle name Lee) lived life by his terms. He...

Bonnie Jeannie Perry

Bonnie Jeannie Perry

Jul 1, 2025

Bonnie Jeannie Perry, age 80, of Selma, died July 1, 2025 at her home. 

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Phillip James Smith

Phillip James Smith

Jul 1, 2025

Phillip James Smith, better known as the "Mayor of Philville," died July 1, 2025 at Asante Rogue Regional Medical Center.

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Oscar James Bishop III

Oscar James Bishop III

Jun 30, 2025

Oscar “Trey” James Bishop III

February 26, 1986 – June 30, 2025

Oscar James Bishop III passed away unexpectedly on June 30, 2025. He was 39 years old and was born in Gulfport, MS.

Oscar was an adventurer from the very start. Brazen, wildly funny, and deeply intelligent. He didn’t just know things, he understood them. He was the kind of person who...

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This is a collection of obituaries for Grants Pass, OR, Cave Junction, OR & Josephine County. With services throughout Oregon that are updated regularly. Find local obituaries and join us in celebrating memories and honoring their lives and legacies.