Author Archives: Roy Widing

Band of Business Brothers

Posted on May 23, 2023 by Roy Widing

If you’re stopping by Wilhelm’s Portland Memorial on Memorial Day weekend, there’s much to behold during your visit. Yet while touring the ‘Rae Room’ tomb is a unique experience, several key figures at rest nearby hold important connections to the … Continue reading →

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Memorial Day 2023

Posted on May 13, 2023 by Roy Widing

Visitors to Wilhelm’s Portland Memorial mausoleum can tour the magnificent ‘Rae Room’ tomb this Memorial Day for free.

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The Lady in the Tomb

Posted on April 4, 2023 by Roy Widing

In this undated photo, Elizabeth Rae, the lady in Portland’s magnificent ‘Rae Room’ tomb is shown on the right, next to an unnamed friend. The accompanying article is from a Kansas newspaper, the Wilson County Citizen, in January, 1909. Born … Continue reading →

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Gracious Gift

Posted on March 23, 2023 by Roy Widing

Elizabeth Rae rests next to her husband, George Rae in Portland’s magnificent ‘Rae Room’ tomb. Elizabeth’s maiden name was Maxwell and before her marriage to George Rae, Elizabeth’s prior married name was Miller. This ring was gifted from Elizabeth to … Continue reading →

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Memorial Day, 2022

Posted on May 28, 2022 by Roy Widing

Local Memorial Day news coverage features Portland’s historic Wilhelm’s Portland Memorial mausoleum and the fascinating ‘Rae Room’ tomb there. Here’s some helpful information, if you’re planning to attend: Expect lots of Memorial Day visitors to begin arriving around Noon. By … Continue reading →

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The Love Story

Posted on November 21, 2020 by Roy Widing

This November 106 years ago, the couple in Portland, Oregon’s opulent Rae Room tomb finally married. As revealed in ‘Whispers From The Tomb,’ tough and craggy lumberman George Rae was actually a closet romantic: “At first glance, the wedding date … Continue reading →

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Give A Book This Christmas

Posted on November 15, 2020 by Roy Widing

It’s not too early to start Holiday shopping. For that fan of history, Oregon, romance or non-fiction on your list, we’ve got you covered. Order a copy of ‘Whispers From The Tomb.’About The BookThe accidental discovery of a magnificent tomb … Continue reading →

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Video of Portland’s Rae Room Tomb

Posted on March 29, 2020 by Roy Widing
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The End Of A Perfect Day

Posted on March 26, 2020 by Roy Widing

Many wonder about the beautiful stained glass in Portland’s ‘Rae Room’ tomb. Some suggest that wooded scene was placed inside the elaborate sepulchre given George Rae’s work as a lumberman. But might there be more behind this seemingly minor clue? … Continue reading →

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Memorial Day Book Signing

Posted on May 22, 2019 by Roy Widing

This Memorial Day beginning at 11:30 AM at Wilhelm’s Portland Memorial, a limited copy run of the non-fiction book ‘Whispers From The Tomb’ signed by the author will be available to purchase for $25. Tour the historic Rae Room tomb … Continue reading →

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