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Robert Grissom obituary

Posted on June 10, 2021 by gardenhomehistoryproject

May 12, 1927 to May 7, 2021 Robert Eugene Grissom, 93, passed away from natural causes Friday, May 7, 2021 in Portland, Ore. Bob was born May 12, 1927 in Syracuse, Kan., and grew up during the Dust Bowl. After … Continue reading →

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Samuel Laird Philip obituary

Posted on June 10, 2021 by gardenhomehistoryproject

June 22, 1926 to October 20, 2020 Samuel Laird Philip’s ninety-four years were about quietly and craftily creating experiences for people. He was impressed by people. Sam ended his time with us on October 20th, 2020 at his apartment in King City, … Continue reading →

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Dolores Winifred (Witte) Philip obituary

Posted on June 10, 2021 by gardenhomehistoryproject

August 9, 1927 to April 17, 2020 Dolores W. Philip, 92, passed away on April 17, 2020 in Vancouver, Washington. Dolores (Dee) was born in Vernonia, Oregon to William and Theresa Witte on August 9, 1927. She graduated high school … Continue reading →

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May 2021 Update – Garden Home History Email

Posted on May 19, 2021 by gardenhomehistoryproject

Hello Garden Home History Friends, Thank you to all of you who have responded so nicely to our monthly Updates about Garden Home history. This month its gavels, Extension, parsonage, Community Church, Shattuck and Scholls Ferry names, Mt. St. Helens, … Continue reading →

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Old Community Church Parsonage Consecration, August 16, 1953

Posted on May 19, 2021 by gardenhomehistoryproject

This church had its beginnings in the community room over Chris Jager’s store at the Oleson/Garden Home Road intersection. Dr. and Mrs. Hetlesater donated the property south of Garden Home Road at S.W. Royal (now SW 71st). According to church … Continue reading →

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