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Wednesday, March 20, 2019 The Nugget Newspaper, Sisters, Oregon Obituary Daniel E. “Dan” Jordan August 9, 1941 — February 15, 2019 Dan was born in West Elizabeth, Pennsylvania to Robert and Agnes Jordan. After high school gradua- tion, Dan enlisted in the U.S. Navy and served from 1960 to 1964, stationed in Okinawa, Japan. While serving his country Dan9s field of study was in telecommunications. After leaving the Navy, Dan settled in Portland and pursued his career in tele- communications for 35 years. While working at Pacific Northwest Bell, AT&T, and Cellular One, Dan worked his way up to manager of opera- tions and retired in 2002. Dan9s positive demeanor and engaging personality were a delight to his friends, and he was a treasure to everyone who knew him. His affable manner and social skills enabled him to quickly make friends of strangers. To Dan, your friendship greatly mattered and he strongly secured and nurtured his friendships throughout his life. Dan met Marcy Kuhlman in Portland, and in 1990 they began a 28-year marriage. Dan possessed an almost childlike enthusiasm for exploration and adventure. While wanting to serve his community, Dan pur- sued with vigor the life of a volunteer fireman for the Beavercreek Fire Department and became a lieutenant. In 1977 Dan won the proud dis- tinction of being named the firefighter of the year. Dan once mentioned there was no greater thrill than being behind the wheel and driv- ing the big fire engine. His adventures continued when he became a motorman and learned to drive the trol- ley car that traveled from Lake Oswego to downtown Portland. In 2003 Dan and Marcy moved to their newly con- structed home in Camp Sherman where they com- menced to involve them- selves in all kinds of oppor- tunities. They shared a love for traveling in their RV for 10 years and often enjoyed visiting their small beach getaway in Florence. Friends were well aware that Dan could meet any challenge in parking that large RV in any size of campground. Dan and Marcy also made many trips abroad and considered Africa and Spain among their favorite countries. Dan took much pleasure in reading all kinds of lit- erature and helped to create <The Men9s Book Group= which existed for 13 years. Dan served as the esteemed secretary of the group for several years. Dan zealously involved himself in several outdoor activities which included hiking, snowshoeing, and fly-fishing. Living close to the Metolius River, Dan was motivated to learn the skills of fly-fishing and gradually became adept in this sport. However, his fishing com- rades knew that whenever Dan waded into the waters of the Metolius, the wily and elusive trout of the river usually took little notice of him. With his usual sense of humor, Dan advocated that catching wasn9t important and it was his good fortune to share in the beauty of the Metolius. In 2011, after eight memorable years in Camp Sherman, Dan and Marcy moved to Sisters where they could more conveniently par- ticipate in more activities in their new town. A new addi- tion arrived in their home about two years later when a delightful young doggie named Bentley became their constant companion. In his desire to contribute City snapshot By Sue Stafford Correspondent to the community, Dan actively involved himself with volunteer projects through his connection with the local Kiwanis Club. Dan passed away after a valiant 14-year battle with prostate cancer. Dan was a gregarious, thoughtful, and kind man whose legacy of love will continually reside in the hearts and minds of his lov- ing wife, family, and devoted friends. Dan was preceded in death by his parents, Robert and Agnes Jordan. Dan is survived by his wife, Marcy Kuhlman; daughters Pamela Harshberger of Happy Valley and Janice Jordan of Vancouver, Washington; brothers Robert Jordan and wife Carole of Marshfield, Mass., Henry Jordan and wife Rita of Boston, Mass., Bill Jordan and partner Rosemary of Dorchester, Mass., Jim Jordan and wife Catherine of Happy Valley; Sister Linda Pritts and husband Richard of Mt. Pleasant, Penn. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews. Memorial contributions may be made to: Partners In Care, 2017 NE Wyatt Ct., Bend, OR, 97701. A celebration of life for Dan is planned for spring 2019. DAVIS TIRE Our family can take care of your family of autos & trailers Brakes • Axles • Ball Joints • Suspension • Shocks • Struts TIRE INSTALLATION, ALIGNMENT, REPAIR, BALANCING, ROTATION Sisters S Sis ter s Indu I Industrial n str ndu s r ial i al l Pa ia P Park a rk r k 188 W. 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" The Sisters Public Works crew continues to remove large piles of snow from streets throughout the city, especially any that are covering storm drains to ensure proper drainage for melting snow. Public Works Director Paul Bertagna wants city residents to know that in future heavy snow events, if there is a medical emer- gency and the medics can9t reach the patient due to snow blockage to call the City Public Works Department and ask for assistance. " Site plans have been received at the City for a small hotel/restaurant/bar on the old Ski Inn property on East Cascade Avenue, a new bus barn and transporta- tion center on school district property directly behind the Sisters Park & Recreation District building, and from Sisters Rental for additional storage buildings and outside storage. " At the annual City Council goal-setting work- shop on February 12, coun- cilors identified six main goal areas: livability and growth; public safety; eco- nomic development; essen- tial infrastructure; good governance; and community vision. Staff will now align suggested project ideas from the councilors with the cor- rect goal, add action items, and bring the document back to Council for further review and input. " City business licenses have been issued to Lyft, the vehicle-for-hire business, and Fika, the new coffee shop located at 201 E. Sun Ranch Dr. in the business park north of West Barclay Drive. " A contract has been awarded to Mountain Sky Landscaping for the Barclay/ McKinney Butte/US 20 roundabout landscape and art project. Work could begin as soon as weather permits. " City Council has autho- rized staff to apply for a matching grant from the state to replace the Village Green play structure, with a total project cost of $193,750. The City would be required to provide 62 percent of the cost, or $120,125 to match the state9s $73,625, which is considered a small grant and may have a bet- ter chance of being funded than a request for a larger grant. The City portion of the expense could come from Parks System Development Charges, the general fund, and possibly Urban Renewal funds. " Former City Councilor David Asson has been appointed to the Budget Committee that will meet this spring to set the City9s 2019-2020 budget that begins in July. Thank you for your business! March Specials: 541-549-6566 17 LOCAL FOR 24 YEARS! Licensed, Bonded & Insured 541-549-1175 541-815-1208 MINI STORAGE Sisters Industrial Park 157 Sisters Park Dr. • 541-549-3575 www.SistersStorage.com • State-of-the-art Security Technology • Sizes from 5x5 to 12x40 • Individual Gate Codes • Long-term Discounts • On-site Manager