All Obituaries

John was born outside Boulder, Colorado in 1928 to John D. and Laura Poe. He was youngest with an older sister and brother, Clarabelle and Dewey. Formative Years His family soon moved into Boulder proper and he began at age 8 contributing to the family’s Depression Era finances by raising rabbits, with his father’s guidance. He then became fascinated with the Model A and Model T Fords the college kids next door rebuilt. They were happy to teach him and let him work, freeing them...

Mary Ann “May” Bennett Plankenhorn passed away peacefully to our Heavenly Father on April 9th, 2020 in Medford, Oregon at the age of 71. May is survived by her husband Darrell Plankenhorn, their children Cathy Shinn, Christian Plankenhorn (Jenetta), Charis Sutton (Mike) and Cory Plankenhorn. Her grandchildren Joshua, Kylie, Gracen, Abby, Brody, Isaac, Bradley and great-grandchildren Brooklynn, Kadence, Collin and Jameson. Her Sisters are Ginger Horton (Ernie), Bobbye Deckard...

Herbert Wells Desentz passed away April 16, 2020 in Medford, Oregon from natural causes. He was 56 years old. Born in Burbank, California September 20, 1963 Herb lived his life in three phases: his younger years in Southern California, his middle years in Northern California, and his final years in Medford. Herb was known for his outgoing personality, his love for the outdoors, and especially enjoyed karaoke. He could hold a person’s attention with his wild stories and charming smile,...

On the evening of February 3, 2020, Robert Leonard Zoll, age 81 of Medford, Oregon passed peacefully at home surrounded by family and friends after a long battle with Parkinson’s disease. Bob was born on April 12, 1938 to Edgar and Julia Zoll in St. Louis, Missouri. Bob began his career at McDonnell Aircraft in St. Louis as a Tool Administrator. After his parents moved to Orange County, California, he followed and was employed by Beckman Instruments in Fullerton, California as a...

Donnis Lausmann February 1, 1932 - January 29, 2020   Donnis Lausmann peacefully passed away on January 29, 2020, after a long illness.  She was born February 1, 1932 in Winona, Minnesota to Harold and Leona Briesath, the eldest of five children.  After graduation from Winona High School, she was employed by Northwest Bell in Minnesota for several years.  While working in Rochester she met her late husband Jerry Lausmann on a blind date.  Jerry and Donnis were...

      Frances Simmons Gray passed away peacefully, surrounded by loved ones, at home on January 24, 2020.       Frances was born on March 2, 1930 to Rufus and Lucille Johnson Simmons. She was preceded in death by her parents and brothers I.V., Malcom, Murray, Johnson, Robert, and Thomas, and her husband, Don.       Frances graduated from North Georgia College and entered the Civil Service as secretary to the Provost Marshal at...

Charlotte  Carter, 97, died Wednesday, January 22, 2020,  at Faith Street Adult Foster Home, surrounded by her extended family. She was born June 22, 1921 to Peter and Hazel Gattemy in Greensburg, Pennsylvania. After high school she enlisted in the United States Navy, choosing the WAVES since she "looked better in blue than khaki" and the promise of "two new pairs of boots a year."  Charlotte was stationed in Washington, D.C. before being transferred to...

ALAN TRUE AXTELL July 5, 1918 – January 20, 2020                                                                      ...

Margaret (Margie) Elizabeth Andres October 26, 1940- January 14, 2020   Margaret, lovingly called Margie, (Johnson) Andres peacefully went to be with her Lord on January 14, 2020. She was born on October 26, 1940 in Chico, CA, and is survived by her son Christopher (Alina) Andres of Petaluma California, and her grandsons Skyler, Gavin and Thomas, and great-grandson Zeke. She was preceded in death by her daughter Dori, grandson Jordan, and great-grandson Hunter. Margie graduated with...

Jerry Lee Godley August 30, 1946 - January 13, 2020  It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of a loving husband, Dad, Papa, brother, uncle and friend. He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Linda; brother, Jay (Joletta); daughter, Michelle (Ron); son Brian (Dana); granddaughters, nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews. Jerry, was born to Donald and Marcella Godley, in Medford, Oregon at Sacred Heart Hospital on August 30, 1946. He was an identical twin and it...