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Wednesday, April 18, 2018 The Nugget Newspaper, Sisters, Oregon 21 Obituaries Janelle “Jan” Pinardi Robert R. Sweet August 14, 1954 — Apfil 9, 2018 July 22, 1922 — Apfil 8, 2018 It is with great sadness that we write of the death of Janelle “Jan” Pinardi, age 63, due to complications of cancer. She passed in her home in Palm Springs, California on April 9, sur- rounded by her closest fam- ily and friends. Jan was born on August 14, 1954 in Portland, to James Pinardi and Jacqueline Ricksecker, both now deceased. She gradu- ated from Cottage Grove High School, and earned her dental hygiene degree from the University of Oregon, a profession she continued for more than 20 years. After raising her two daughters with her former husband, Ron Conrad, in Sisters, Jan entered the timeshare industry and spent most of her time at the Oregon Coast, San Diego and Palm Springs — anywhere where she could be on permanent vacation. Her life was like heaven on earth with an onion slice: She was an avid golfer and traveler who enjoyed any opportunity to spend time with friends and fam- ily whether in Oregon, California, or Mexico. She is most remembered for her kindness and gentleness to all, and her life-long desire to enjoy every moment! Jan is now eating cheese- burgers in paradise (and maybe a margarita) with her Robert “Bob” Sweet, 95, died at Sacred Heart Hospital in Springfield, on April 8. His influence on other people in his life is well characterized by his son Matt, who says this: “About a year after Megan died I asked Pop if he ever gets bored. He said without a moment’s hesitation; ‘I’ve never been bored a day in my life.’ I was impressed, and yet not surprised. I think of what he said often. I think that he meant that there is virtually no end to the oppor- tunities afforded us in this life to seek, explore, con- template and ruminate over. In other words, life is what you make of it, and we all have the ability to choose to “never be bored a day in our life.” I was inspired by this simple sentence to always look for the interesting in the mundane, and to appreciate life for what it brings to us every day.” Bob was happily mar- ried to Megan Sweet for 35 years. She predeceased him in 2015. He is survived by daughters Kathy Miles and Dinah Kennedy of Colorado, Stephanie Jevons and her long-time partner, Darrell Cross, who preceded her in death. She leaves behind in this cruel world her aunt Luanne Bye; two brothers, Jeff Pinardi and Jon Pinardi (spouse Stacey); two daugh- ters Caleah Loesche (spouse Jason) and Clarice Oksayan (spouse Parsegh); along with four nephews and four won- derful grandchildren who adore her: Olivia, Roman, Elliott and Ryker. No services will be held for Jan as she wanted to be invited to her own memorial service (she was never one to miss a party) and it was conducted prior to her death. If you feel moved to do something in remembrance of her, please donate to the Oregon Humane Society in her name. Until we meet you on that beautiful beach in para- dise, rest in peace Jan, mom, grandma, sister, aunt, niece and friend. People & Pet Friendly Lawn Maintenance Services Organic, natural n products Personal a approach for every lawn Spring cleanups S Mowing M o & pruning CHIMNEY FIRE: Chimneys should be inspected and cleaned Continued from page 1 Irrigation Ir r repair & start-ups 541-549-2882 2 HIT A POTHOLE? WE CAN HELP! Alignments, Shocks, Struts, Wheels, Tires DAVIS TIRE he joined the U.S. Marine Corps and served in the Pacific Theater as a lieuten- ant until the end of the war. He was employed for many years by Aetna Property and Casualty in Hartford, Connecticut, and eventually became its Secretary of Underwriting. In the 1980s he transferred to the company’s San Francisco branch where he met and married Megan. Upon retirement, Bob and Megan moved to Camp Sherman, a dream place for the outdoorsman, hunter and fisherman that he was. Bob was also a voracious reader and enjoyed his crossword puzzles. In keeping with Bob’s wishes, there will be no memorial service. Frontiers In Science MONTHLY SYMPOSIUM IN SISTERS Cooking Shouldn’t Kill! Saving Lives & Combating Climate Change The most dangerous activity a woman can undertake in the developing world is cooking for her family. Health: 4 million deaths each year Toxic smoke from open cooking fi res is also a leading cause of death in children under 5. Safety: 4 million reported burns annually Four million women and children suffer painful, debilitating burns from cooking fi res. Environment: One billion tons of GHGs emitted each year 500 million cooking fi res emit nearly one billion tons of greenhouse gases. Poverty: 20 hours a week spent collecting fi rewood Wood collection takes valuable time that could be spent at work or school. Nancy Hughes, Founder 541-549-1026 Serving Sisters Since 1962 188 W. Sisters Park Dr. In Sisters Industrial Park across from SnoCap Mini Storage The Sweetest Gift of All…A Beautiful Smile! the structure from weather until new roofing can be installed. The cause of the fire is still under investigation, but it is believed to be related to the wood stove, which was in use at the time of the fire. The home had working smoke alarms, but did not alert the renters, likely due to the fire being on the exterior of the home, fire officials reported. Firefighters note that chimneys and vents should be cleaned and inspected by a qualified professional at least once a year. Sisters-Camp Sherman Fire District responded with four emergency vehicles and 10 personnel. Additional units from Black Butte Ranch and Cloverdale Fire Districts also responded to the fire but were canceled prior to arrival. 22 years in business • LCB#9583 83 3 husband, Tom O’Meara, of Connecticut, Jennifer Sweet of FL; sons Timothy Sweet of Martha’s Vineyard, MA, and Matthew Sweet of New Hampshire; his children’s mother, Patricia Sweet of Colorado; also a stepson, Clifford Clark of California, a stepdaughter Tisha Thompson of Mill Valley, California; and his very special stepdaughter, PJ Clark of Florence, Oregon (who lovingly tended to her mother’s needs until her mother’s death and to Bob’s needs since then). He was predeceased by his best friend and brother Charles Sweet, and by his son-in-law Jim Kennedy. Bob also leaves 12 grand- children, and nine great grandchildren, plus three nephews and their families. Bob was born to Emily Ransom Sweet and Charles Atwater Sweet on July 22, 1922 in Fairfax, Alabama. 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