Events

Veterans' Day Recognition

Once again the Marshfield High School students marked the graves of veterans in the Marshfield Pioneer cemetery that adjoins the school. Freshmen volunteers placed a flag with an emblem that indicated the era or conflict during which the veteran served. Clay places flag
Freshman marks the grave of Civil War veteran Avinza Lombard

We Salute You

Tony salutes World War I veteran Robert Lang Freshman volunteers salutes World War I veteran Robert Lang
Freshman volunteers salute World War I veteran Robert Lang

Documenting Integrating Giving Inspiring Team

STUDENTS: Can you DIG-IT?
The cemetery is a fascinating place with many stories waiting to be told.
Share your skills and passions . . . or explore and develop new ones:
  • history
  • photography
  • web design
  • poetry
  • art and music
  • gardening
  • leadership
  • community service

    For more information, please contact us: Marshfield Pioneer Cemetery volunteers

    Michael Painter
    A government issue headstone was erected on October 29, 2009 -
    92 years after the date of Michael Painter's burial.

    Past Events

    Oregon’s Day of Culture:
    Celebrate! Participate! Give!
    Thursday, October 8, 2009

    Join us at the Marshfield Pioneer Cemetery
    between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m.

    Meander among the monuments
    Photograph the famous (or infamous)
    Learn the lore
    Thanks to Jonathan & all who attended the workshop.

    REGIONAL HEADSTONE CONSERVATION
    and REPAIR WORKSHOP
    August 10, 2009

    The Marshfield Pioneer Cemetery is pleased to present
    an opportunity to learn from noted mason and historic stone conservator
    Jonathan Appell.

    Mr. Appell will be offering a full day workshop on headstone conservation and restoration. He is the founder of New England Cemetery Services of West Hartford, Connecticut, and a board member of the American Gravestone Society. Learn more about his expertise and workshops at his website
    Gravestone Conservation

    This cemetery conservation workshop will begin at 10 a.m. It will be held at the Marshfield Pioneer Cemetery at 7th & Ingersoll, adjoining Marshfield High School, in Coos Bay, Oregon. Pre-registration is strongly encouraged, and there is a suggested donation of $30. For more information, or to register, please call 269-7832 or email Marshfield Pioneer Cemetery volunteer, Becky Soules

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    ~Students~

    Students (high school & college) are encouraged to attend.
    Please contact us advance to register.
    No donation will be expected.

    Take Care of Oregon Project
    Marshfield Pioneer Cemetery
    Coos Bay, Oregon
    Saturday, May 16, 2009

    What else is there to do for Oregon's 150th Birthday?

    24 students and community members paid tribute to this place they call home by being a part of a Take Care of Oregon Project. With pencils and cameras in hand, they traversed the cemetery checking every headstone. They recorded or rechecked the transcriptions, so that an accurate record will exist.

    You can view photos of our TCO project and others from throughout Oregon at Take Care of Oregon Days Photostream.

    "Recollections"
    Saturday, May 23, 2009
    Marshfield High School
    Coos Bay, Oregon

    Sponsored by the VIETNAM VETERANS’ OF AMERICA ~ CHAPTER #799
    Hosted by Marshfield High School

    The program featured short Recollections from "honored guests". Musical selections including a Veterans' Salute were performed by the Marshfield High School Band. A MHS vocal ensemble sang "America, the Beautiful." The poignant POW-MIA ceremony was featured. In conclusion, Karl Bender sang an original composition entitled "White Crosses."

    The Point Man Ministries served hot dogs with all the fixings. Donations provide support for the Point Man Ministries and the many services that they provide to veterans.

    Dedication ~ Marshfield Pioneer Cemetery
    Saturday, May 23, 2009
    2:30 p.m.

    The dedication of a military headstone for Michael Painter, Civil War veteran currently in an unmarked grave, followed the Medal Presentation at approximately 2:30 p.m. The Sons of the Union Veterans of the Civil War, Corporal Louis Renniger Camp No. 1, dressed in period uniform assisted with the dedication which included a wreath laying by the auxiliary and a musket salute.

    The Marshfield Pioneer Cemetery will be open throughout
    the Memorial Day weekend from 9 a.m. until 7 p.m.
    as well as on Decoration Day, Saturday, May 30th.

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