Obituary of John K. Helman ************************************************ Copyright. All rights reserved. http://www.usgwarchives.net/copyright.htm http://www.usgwarchives.net/or/orfiles.htm ********************************************************************************* Contributed to USGenWeb Archives by Robin Helman. Robinsnest@centuryinter.net First Ashland Native Passes John K. Helman, Pioneer of Ashland, was first white child John K. Helman, aged 76 years, the first white child born in Ashland, son of Abel and Martha Helman, died Monday afternoon, April 14, 1930. During practically the entire three-quarter century of his life Mr. Helman has resided in Ashland and has many friends among the pioneers of the community. The name Helman has been one prominently identified with the earliest history of the community and John K. Helman vividly recalled the early days of his childhood. On May 9, 1886 Mr. Helman was united in marriage with Grace A. Younker, who preceded him in death by several years. Of this marriage two children were born, one dying at the age of 8 years and Mrs. L. R. Coder, resides in this city. Five brothers and sisters also survive; Mrs. Jane Carter of Klamath Falls, Butler Helman of Ashland, Link and Grant Helman of Petaluma and Mrs. May Niles of Alturas. Mr. Helman was a member and faithful worker in the Methodist Episcopal church. Funeral services will be held Thursday with H.C. Stock in charge. No other arrangements have been made pending the arrival of relatives.