Memorials & Major Gifts

Leaving a Lasting Legacy: Memorials and Major Gifts

The Wallowa Valley Health Care Foundation offers a meaningful way to honor loved ones and make a lasting impact on the health of our community through memorials and major gifts. These significant contributions have been instrumental in the growth and success of Wallowa Memorial Hospital, ensuring quality care for generations to come.

Honoring Generosity: Memorials and Major Gifts

We are deeply grateful for the following individuals and families whose extraordinary generosity has transformed health care in Wallowa County:

Dale and Lucretia Johnson: Their remarkable support includes $50,000 for a new ambulance (2023) and an additional $50,000 towards the MRI Challenge (2024). Thank you, Dale & Lu!
Jean Puderbaugh (In Memory Of): A generous donation of $106,000 in Jean’s memory was made in 2023 to support the vital MRI Challenge.
George and Beth Morris: Their thoughtful gift enabled the creation of our new Pediatric Occupational Therapy Department, bringing crucial services to the children of Wallowa County.
Edgar Burbridge and Frances Boyd Burbridge Memorial: This enduring legacy, through an estate gift of $231,557 received in 2018, ensures the continued strength of health care in our region.
Jack McClaran Memorial: Established to launch a new Aquatic Therapy Program at Wallowa Memorial Hospital, providing a valuable rehabilitation option for patients.
Wilfred & Sandra Daggett: Their generous donation of $110,000 helped fund improvements at Wallowa Valley Senior Living, enhancing the comfort and well-being of residents. The family’s ongoing support is deeply appreciated.
David Jandt Memorial: Through the kindness of David’s family and friends, a beautiful Reflection Garden was created at Wallowa Valley Senior Living, offering a peaceful space for residents and their families.
Oakley & Marjorie Johnson Endowment Fund: This significant endowment of $284,496 provides ongoing support for building improvements, education and training, and other essential capital expenditures.
Guy & Margaret Boyd, Roy & Lorna Carrol, and James & Denise Dawson: Their visionary gift of $218,484 was instrumental in building the new, award-winning Wallowa Memorial Hospital, a source of pride for our entire community (completed in 2007).
Jack H. & Roberta Boyd Johnson Memorial (In Honor of Frank A. & Lora Shinn Boyd): A $50,000 donation funded a much-needed new ambulance, providing safe and reliable transportation for patients.
Gwen & Gladys Coffin Memorial: Gladys Coffin’s irrevocable gift of $500,000 in honor of her late husband, Gwen, provided crucial financial stability to the Foundation, helping it reach a significant milestone.
Dale & Lucretia Johnson: We extend our sincere gratitude to Dale & Lucretia for their additional $50,000 donation in 2023, which helped us purchase a new and essential 4×4 ambulance.
Rocky & Julie Dixon: Their generous contribution of $150,000 towards our 4×4 ambulance, combined with the Johnson’s gift and community support, allowed us to fully fund this critical replacement, ensuring greater reliability for trauma patient transport.

Creating a Meaningful Memorial or Making a Major Gift

Establishing a memorial is a powerful way to honor a loved one’s memory while making a lasting difference in the lives of others. Major gifts also play a vital role in advancing health care in Wallowa County.

To discuss setting up a memorial or making a significant contribution, please contact Foundation Director Stacy Greene at 541.426.1913 to schedule an appointment.

Thank you once again to all who have supported the Wallowa Valley Health Care Foundation through memorials and major gifts. Your generosity is deeply appreciated and has a profound impact on our community’s health.