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24 Wednesday, July 6, 2016 The Nugget Newspaper, Sisters, Oregon Obituaries The Nugget Newspaper Crossword By Jacqueline E. Mathews, Tribune News Service donald m. oliver February 11, 1929 — June 9, 2016 Donald M. Oliver, 87, of Sisters, died June 9, his wife Ellen by his side. Born in Elkins, West Virginia he graduated from Parsons High School, attended Michigan State University and received a degree in forestry. He was called up for service in the Army and served in the Korean Conflict as a platoon leader of the 72nd Tank Battalion. After his ser- vice he received a master’s degree in forest genetics at CSU. Don worked on the Siuslaw National Forest, retired in Corvallis in 1984, then moved to Sisters in 1985. Don was a founding member of the Cascade Horizon Band, playing the baritone. He was PER of the Redmond Elks. He was active in the Sisters com- munity, volunteering in the Sisters High School wood- working shop, helping to build the first HfH home in Sisters and serving on the Crossroads Property A ssociation Board of Directors. He volunteered at the Red Cross. Don enjoyed the out- doors; sailing, canoeing, hiking, biking, hunting. He was a fine woodworker, building beautiful furni- ture. He liked to say, “If it’s not perfect, it’s not done.” Don and Ellen were hap- pily married for 60 years. He is survived by his wife, Ellen; three children, Judy Oliver-Rose, Mary Ellen Pastorino (Paul), James Oliver (Christine); and eight grandchildren. A celebration of his life will be held at 11 a.m. on Sunday, July 31, at FivePine Lodge and Conference Center in Sisters. The family requests that any donations be sent to the Cascade Horizon Band or BrightSide Animal Center in Redmond. — Last Week’s Puzzle Solved — laVaughn “oma” mcgovern February 2, 1944 — June 27, 2016 L a Va u g h n “ O m a ” McGovern died peacefully at her home in Sisters on June 27. LaVaughn moved to Sisters six years ago to be near her daughter and grandchildren. LaVaughn is survived by her daughter, Stacy Stabil Hougham; son- in-law Joey Hougham; his son, Wyatt; and LaVaughn’s grandchildren, Olivia and Faith. Her son, Tony, and his wife, Rhonda, and their children Freddie, Brian and Jade; as well as LaVaughn’s adorable granddaugh- ter, Elena, live in Sweet Home, Oregon. LaVaughn is additionally missed and survived by her dear com- panion, Earl Hougham; his son, Donn; wife, Marni; and Donn’s children Tessa and Brandon. Her special friends Billie and Adrienne were some of the last people to share a conversation with LaVaughn, and their friend- ship was truly treasured. LaVaughn had many friends and loved ones, and her tenacity, resilience, huge This Week’s Crossword Sponsors heart and famous fried chicken will be missed by all. LaVaughn was sober more than 20 years, and helped countless others in their addiction strug- gles. Donations made to Alcoholics Anonymous in her name would be a gift LaVaughn would truly appreciate. No memorial has yet been scheduled, but her life will be celebrated by friends and family later this summer. Please con- tact her daughter, Stacy, for additional information about LaVaughn’s celebra- tion of life at 541-408-3815. Obituaries Policy: The Nugget Newspaper does not charge a fee to publish obituaries. Obituaries may be up to 400 words and include one photo. Obituaries outside these guidelines are handled by The Nugget Newspaper advertising department. Obituary submissions must be received by noon on Monday. Obituaries may be submitted to The Nugget by email or hand delivery to our office located at 442 E. Main Ave., Sisters. Check out our updated menu! DINING OUT(SIDE) 425 Hwy. 20 W. (Next to Bi-Mart) 541-549-8620 • Hours: Mon.-Fri. 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. . Sat. & Sun. 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. • Lounge Open 11 a.m. to close, 7 days a week Get Your Summer Glow On! Essentials Skincare FREE MINERAL ILLUMINATOR I L L UMINATOR Chia Berry Glow or Mocha Berry Bronzer With $100 purchase, while supplies last. $36 value. OPI PEDI SUMMER COLORS - $39 541-480-1412 | 541-588-6271 | 492 E. Main Ave. | Mon-Sat Flexible Hours | www.SistersEssentials.com WE CAN FIX IT ALL Pump & Electrical Contractor IRRIGATION/WELL PUMP SERVICE FREQUENCY DRIVES • MOTOR CONTROLS • PUMPS A Division of 24-HOUR EMERGENCY SERVICE Curt 541-480-1404 • Zach 541-420-8170 Sisters Owned CCB#178543