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Marjorie Lou Wilder Ross obituary

Posted on August 17, 2023 by gardenhomehistoryproject

June 27, 1925 to July 29, 2023 Days after a family celebration of her 98th birthday, Marjorie laid her frail body down, whispered, “I feel complete…I’m leaving,” and on July 29, 2023, after a quiet two-week sleep, she passed away … Continue reading →

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Gary VandeVenter obituary

Posted on August 17, 2023 by gardenhomehistoryproject

August 5, 1938 to July 19, 2023 Gary Thomas VandeVenter passed away living his life, how he always has, to the fullest and with determination. He believed there are three types of people in this world, those who watch things … Continue reading →

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July 2023 News

Posted on July 20, 2023 by gardenhomehistoryproject

In this edition: July 4th parade in Garden Home, tour of Fogelbo, Garden Home Library History Display Case, Celebration of the 40th anniversary of the Garden Home Library, remembering M. Lowell Edwards, and discovering the cob wall on SW Alden … Continue reading →

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July 2023 UPDATE – Garden Home History Email

Posted on July 20, 2023 by gardenhomehistoryproject

Hello Friends! This summer brings wonderful events and beautiful gardens to Garden Home. Feel free to send us a reply, we read every one. July 4th in Garden Home It was all red, white, and blue along SW 89th and … Continue reading →

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July 16, 2023 Tour of Fogelbo

Posted on July 20, 2023 by gardenhomehistoryproject

Our Garden Home History Board was invited to tour Ross Fogelquist’s home, Fogelbo, on SW Oleson Rd next door to the Nordia House. Ross and two docents shared with us hundreds of Scandinavian artifacts. We’re all looking forward to the … Continue reading →

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