The Strang family moved to Oregon City in 1864. The institution date of Oregon City Cemetery is unknown, and the oldest grave is believed to date to August 16, 1878. On May 24, 1899, William H. Strang granted this piece of property to the inhabitants of Oregon City and vicinity for the use and purpose of a public cemetery and not otherwise. Deceased directors were Joseph Enos Stang, Anita Cole, Floyd Strang, Lemul Castle, and Marian Blake. Present board of directors are Roland “Bud” Strang, Rosalie Miland, Laurie Sousa, Gertrude Nisbet Bartley, and Raymond Sousa.