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FRIDAY, MAY 13, 2016 THE BAKER COUNTY PRESS — 11 Local & Entertainment — Obituaries — CONTINUED FROM PAGE 2 Jadene “Skeeter” Proffi tt On August 2, 1971, Skeeter wed her husband Loren Profi tt whom she had met while still in school. Together they had two Sons. Skeeter moved to back to Baker in 1972 and has lived here ever since. Skee- ter worked in construction until a neck injury pre- vented her from continu- ing in that fi eld. She later worked as a dietary aid at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Baker City, until her injury required surgery. As a child, Skeeter en- joyed riding horses on the family ranch. She loved summer and camping with her own family but always said that her favorite time in her life was when she became a grandmother. Skeeter will be remem- bered for always making people smile. She had an infectious laugh, always had an ear to listen and a huge heart. She was preceded in death by parents Grace and John Profi tt; Buford and Mildred Kennison; Sister Alberta Lee Dixon Jadene "Skeeter" is survived by her Sons Chad Laverne Profi tt of Salem, Oregon, and Nick Profi tt of Baker City, Oregon; Grandchildren Logan Owen Profi tt of North Powder, and Hunter Gage Profi tt of Baker City; Brothers Stan and wife Denise Kennison of North Carolina, Steve Scott Ken- nison of Richland, Oregon. For those who would like to make a memorial donation in memory of Jadene "Skeeter" may do to defray end of life expenses through Tami's Pine Valley Funeral Home & CS - PO Box 543 Halfway, Oregon 97834. Online condolences may be shared at www.tamispi- nevalleyfuneralhome.com. Marsha Sue Hollriegel Sumpter, 1944-2016 of Sumpter died April 30, 2016 at St. Alphon- sus Medical Center in Baker City. No services Marsha Sue are planned Hollriegel at this time. Marsha was born on May 5, 1944 to Vernon D. and Juanita (Lockwood) Richards in McMinnville, Oregon. She worked as an administrative assistant for the Federal Bureau of Investigation for 18 years until her retirement in 2006. On November 13th of 2001 she married Rich- ard T. Hollriegel in Portland, Oregon. Survivors include her husband Richard of Sumpt- er, a daughter Tami J. Richards of Fairview, Oregon, a grandson Joel R. Teixeira of Baker City and a granddaughter Tianna E. Teixeira of Fairview, Oregon. To light a candle in Mar- sha’s memory, please go to www.grayswestco.com. Bebe’s word search The Littles’ crossword puzzle Marsha Sue Hollriegel Auxiliary to hold book fair Saint Alphonsus Aux- iliary- Baker City will be holding their annual book fair Thursday May 20th from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. The book fair will be located in the hospital breezeway. There will be a wide selection of books as well as other gifts at 40% to 70% off retail pricing. Come and bring a friend. Proceeds will go to benefi t Saint Alphonsus Medical Center – Baker City and our Auxiliary Scholarship Fund for students seeking a career in the medical fi eld. Credit Cards accepted. Community women’s event to feature author Internationally acclaimed and New York Times best- selling author, Francine Rivers, will be in Baker City on Tuesday evening, May 24th, for “An Evening with Francine Rivers!” The evening is this year’s women’s spring community-wide event. It will include an author meet and greet, book sign- ings by Francine, and a program featuring music and the opportunity to hear from Francine. A band with musicians from across our commu- nity will provide music, followed by a special interview with Francine. The Audience members will have the opportunity to ask questions, as well. The event starts at 6 p.m. for meet and greet, book signings, and the opportunity to connect with women across eastern Oregon. Betty’s Books will have selected books by Francine available for purchase. Refreshments will also be provided. 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. is the program featuring music, interview, and special messages. Additional book signings and social time will follow. Host site: Baker City Christian Church, Hwy 7, Baker City, Oregon. The event is free! If you have child care needs, please share with the host site. RSVP’s are preferred for the event, (but not necessary) to assist in plan- ning space, refreshments and handouts. To RSVP for the event, or for additional informa- tion, call 541-523-5425, or e-mail secretary@baker- citychristian.com. The event is sponsored by local area churches, Baker City Christian Women’s Connection, and Baker City MOPS. It is brought to you by the Ru- ral Christian Women Team. Baker County Press Subscribe Today! Name: Address: City, State, Zip: Email address: Phone: E-Only $29.95/yr. Print (Delivery) $39.95/yr. Print (Mail) $49.95/yr. 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