Author Archives: gardenhomehistoryproject

Leigh Wilcox obituary

April 25, 1935 to August 27, 2024 Born in Deadwood, S.D., to Dr. Richard and Barbara Wilcox, the family moved to Pendleton, Ore., where he spent the formative years of his life. After moving to West Slope, he attended Raleigh … Continue reading

Posted in Obituaries, People | Tagged | 1 Comment

Interview with Elaine “Pidg” Hagen Andrews

When Elaine (nickname: Pidg) was 7 years old (in the late 40s) her family including an older brother (Buz) and sister (Pat) moved to the house on Oleson Road next to Hunt Club Lane in Garden Home. Her father wanted … Continue reading

Posted in People | Tagged | 3 Comments

Ronald E. Johnston obituary

January 19, 1948 to July 16th, 2024 Ronald (Ron) Eric Johnston passed away on July 16th, 2024 in Dant, OR. While his family wishes that they were there with him, Ron was as stubborn as they come so it is … Continue reading

Posted in Obituaries | Tagged | Leave a comment

August 2024 UPDATE – Garden Home History

In this edition: Celebrating Local Olympians, Changes along the Fanno Creek Trail, and Old Market Pub and Brewery Meet and Greet. Hello to our Garden Home History Friends –  We hope you enjoy the occasional pleasant day and take good … Continue reading

Posted in Email updates, News | Tagged | Leave a comment

Kit Bowen Chapter Three

[This third installment by Kit Bowen was submitted to us via gardenhomehistory@gmail.com on April 28th, 2024. Thanks for this new chapter, Kit! You can read Kit’s first chapter Kit Bowen and his second chapter Wobbling Into My Past by Kit Bowen.] The Portland Golf … Continue reading

Posted in Memoirs | Tagged | 2 Comments