RECORDS
Saturday, March 19, 2022
Historic building will soon be Fishtrap’s new home
The Observer
ENTERPRISE — Fish-
trap will soon be moving
into its new headquarters on
Enterprise’s Main Street. The
former Lear’s Grill in the
historic Bowlby Building is
under the final stages of ren-
ovation and soon a kitchen,
conference room, office and
event space will serve Fish-
trap’s staff and guests.
The nearly 1,500-square-
foot event space that takes
up much of the former
Lear’s dining room will be
used to host popular Fish-
trap events like The Big
Read, Winter Fishtrap and
the monthly Fishtrap Fireside
series featuring local writers,
according to Shannon
McNerney, Fishtrap’s exec-
utive director. Local non-
profits and community orga-
nizations will be invited to
use the space for anything
from music to lectures to
fundraisers.
The room, which holds
100 people seated and is
designed to be flexible, is
being wired for sound and
has ample room for book-
shelves and large televisions
to be used for streaming
events or movie nights. In
addition to flexibility, the
facility is accessible to all
due to its level entrance and
ADA-compliant bathrooms.
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DEATH & SERVICE NOTICES
Teresa J. Higley
BOWLBY BUILDING
CAMPAIGN
Fishtrap is in the final stretch
of raising the needed $55,000
to make its new home in the
Bowlby Building a space that
the whole community can
enjoy. A recent matching
grant from the Round-
house Foundation doubles
campaign donations up to
$25,500, so donations to help
the organization cross the
finish line will pack twice the
punch. Donations may be
made at www.fishtrap.org/
bowlby-building-campaign.
Ellen Morris Bishop/Wallowa County Chieftain, File
The Bowlby Building on West Main Street in Enterprise, as seen in
this 2019 photograph, is among the oldest buildings in the city.
Built in 1899, it is composed of “Bowlby stone” blocks — a durable
volcanic tuff quarried locally. The building in 2022 is nearing the end
of renovations to become the new headquarters of Fishtrap.
Proceeds of the sale of
Fishtrap’s former home in the
Coffin House on Grant Street
will support programs and
staff. The added amenities
like the sound system, furni-
ture, kitchen appliances and
technology are being funded
through grants and fund-
raising. Staff plans to move
into the Bowlby Building in
the beginning of April, and a
grand opening is scheduled
for May 19.
What is Fishtrap?
Fishtrap was founded in
1988, when Wallowa County
bookstore owner Rich Wand-
schneider, future Oregon Poet
Laureate Kim Stafford and
the award-winning journalist
and historian Alvin Josephy
organized the first Summer
Fishtrap Gathering of Writers
at Wallowa Lake.
The weeklong Summer
Fishtrap conference led to
new programs like Winter
Fishtrap, The Big Read,
and the Outpost wilder-
ness writing program.
More recently, Fishtrap has
expanded to include youth
programming, the Fish-
trap Fireside reading series,
and several in-person
and online workshops
throughout the year.
Wandschneider and Staf-
ford continue to be closely
associated with Fishtrap
as advisers and the organi-
zation remains true to its
mission to “promote clear
thinking and good writing
in and about the West.”
COMMUNITY BULLETIN BOARD
BRIEFS
are available at 9 a.m. and the meeting
begins at 9:30 a.m.
Warming station ends season
with appreciation lunch
SENIOR CENTER LUNCH MENUS
LA GRANDE — An appreciation
lunch for Union County Warming Sta-
tion volunteers and their guests will
be held on Saturday, March 19, from
1-2:30 p.m. at Zion Lutheran Church,
902 Fourth St., La Grande.
Potential members welcome at
GRH Auxiliary gathering
ISLAND CITY — Anyone inter-
ested in becoming a member of the
Grande Ronde Hospital Auxiliary is
invited to attend the organization’s
meeting on Monday, March 21, at the
city hall in Island City. Refreshments
LA GRANDE — Lunch is served
at the Union County Senior Center,
1504 N. Albany St., La Grande,
on weekdays. The meal is open to
the public and both sit-down and
grab-and-go options are available.
For information on having lunches
delivered by Meals on Wheels, call
541-605-5556.
Dine-in meals: Served from
11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.; use
front entrance and observe social
distancing.
Takeout meals: Pick up from noon
to 1 p.m. at kitchen’s back door.
Cost: Age 60+, $4 suggested dona-
tion; all others, $7.
MARCH 21-25
Monday: shrimp croissant sandwich
or turkey sandwich, pasta salad, fruit,
cookie.
Tuesday: tender beef, mashed pota-
toes and gravy, steamed green beans,
garden salad, fresh fruit.
Wednesday: chicken cordon bleu
over rice pilaf, steamed vegetables, salad
greens, fresh fruit, cobbler.
Thursday: chef salad, potato
chowder, fresh fruit, lemon bar.
Friday: orange-sesame chicken over
rice, spring roll, sweet-and-sour cabbage
slaw, fresh pineapple, fortune cookie.
— The Observer
PUBLIC SAFETY REPORT
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 16
8:13 a.m. — A caller on the 400 block of South Bellwood Street,
Union, reported an aggressive dog. An animal enforcement offi-
cer responded.
11:03 a.m. — Gilmore Logging, 10105 Wallowa Lake Highway,
La Grande, reported fraud. An officer responded and took a report.
12:59 p.m. — The Union County Sheriff’s Office received a com-
plaint of harassment on the 300 block of Ruckman Avenue, Imbler.
A deputy responded and explained options.
1:20 p.m. — The Union County school resource officer received
a request to contact La Grande High School, 708 K Ave., regarding
suspicious circumstances..
1:35 p.m. — La Grande police responded to the 2100 block of
Fir Street on a report of a disturbance. Police cited a 59-year-old
woman on a Union County warrant charging failure to appear on a
charge of menacing.
2:54 p.m. — La Grande police responded to a vehicle crash at
Jefferson Avenue and Greenwood Street. Police cited a 57-year-
old La Grande woman on four Union County warrants for failure to
appear on various misdemeanor charges.
3:57 p.m. — A caller on the 1500 block of Jefferson Avenue, La
Grande, reported the theft of a catalytic converter. An officer made
contact and took a report.
6:48 p.m. — The Union County Sheriff’s Office received a report
of a burglary to a cabin and shop in the area of 76300 Bowman
Lane, Elgin. A deputy made contact and took a report.
9:58 p.m. — A caller reported a person walking around the
North Powder School, 333 G St., North Powder, was checking
doors. Dispatch advised a Union County sheriff’s deputy.
THURSDAY, MARCH 17
9:33 a.m. — A resident in the area of 69000 Craig Loop, Sum-
merville, reported possible fraud. A Union County sheriff’s deputy
made contact and gave options.
Floyd James Canup
July 3, 1937 - March 2, 2022
Floyd James Canup, 84, of Im-
bler, passed away on Wednesday,
March 2, 2022, at a local care fa-
cility in La Grande. A Celebration
of Life will be held at a later date.
Floyd was born on July 3, 1937
in San Bernardino County, Califor-
nia to Edward and Minnie Canup.
He lived for many years in South-
ern California, where he met his
wife, Joyce. They married on October 30, 1965. After
building homes in California, Arizona and Idaho, they
moved to settle in La Grande in 1983.
Floyd worked for Union County, then opened John’s
Repair and Sales, a small engine repair shop. He owned
his own tree spraying company in his later years, some-
thing he was very proud of and worked hard at accom-
plishing. Floyd always enjoyed mechanical repair and
automotive work, though he also had a passion for gar-
dening, canning fruits and vegetables, and sourdough
baking.
Floyd is survived by his daughter, Cindy Lott of Ar-
noldsville, GA; grandson Sebastian and nephew David
Canup. He was preceded in death by his wife, Joyce;
parents, Edward and Minnie and brother, Alvin.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be
made to the Foundation For Angelman Syndrome Ther-
apeutics, https://cureangelman.org
3:29 p.m. — A caller reported a civil issue on the 1900 block of O
Avenue, La Grande. An officer made contact and provided options.
4:56 p.m. — The Union County Sheriff’s Office received a complaint
about possible animal abuse on the 40 block of South 11th Avenue,
Elgin. An animal enforcement officer made contact and will follow up.
6:40 p.m. — A caller in the area of 67200 Timberline Road, Sum-
merville, reported a dog was in an area with livestock. A Union
County sheriff’s deputy responded and took the dog into custody.
6:41 p.m. — A resident on the 700 block of South Bellwood
Street, Union, reported fraud. A Union County sheriff’s deputy
made contact and explained options.
6:46 p.m. — A resident on the 26600 block of Bird Lane, La
Grande, reported possible fraud and theft. A Union County sher-
iff’s deputy responded and took a report.
Elgin
Teresa J. Higley, 66, of Elgin, died March 17, 2022, at
home. Arrangements are by Loveland Funeral Chapel &
Crematory, La Grande.
Helen F. Kohl
La Grande
Helen F. Kohl, 77, of La Grande, died March 17, 2022,
at Grande Ronde Hospital, La Grande. Arrangements are
by Loveland Funeral Chapel & Crematory, La Grande.
Sandra R. Mathson
La Grande
Sandra R. Mathson, 68, of La Grande, died March
18, 2022, at a local care facility. Arrangements are by
Loveland Funeral Chapel & Crematory, La Grande.
Todd K. McCoy
Wallowa County
Todd K. McCoy, 60, of Wallowa County, died March
11, 2022. A graveside service will be held May 7 at 1 p.m.
at the Prairie Creek Cemetery, Joseph. Arrangements are
by Loveland Funeral Chapel & Crematory, La Grande.
UPCOMING
LOCAL
SERVICES
March 26 — PATRICIA LEWIS: 10 a.m. grave-
side service, North Powder Cemetery; followed by
11 a.m. celebration of life, North Powder Grange.
March 26 — ANNETTE LECKENBY: 1 p.m.
memorial service, Daniels-Knopp Funeral, Cremation
& Life Celebration Center, La Grande.
March 26 — JUDY HUNT: 3 p.m. celebration of
life, La Grande Seventh-day Adventist Church; fol-
lowed by reception at La Grande Adventist Christian
School.
April 2 — DIANNA BRAY: noon memorial ser-
vice, Calvary Baptist Church, Cove; followed by recep-
tion and meal.
April 2 — ROBERTA TRUAX: 1 p.m. celebration
of life, Island City Cemetery; followed by reception at
209 S. 18th St., La Grande.
— Calendar courtesy of Loveland Funeral Chapel,
La Grande.
Charles Wallace
1942 – March 5, 2022
Charles Wallace, born in 1942, passed away at home
with his family on March 5th, 2022, after a short battle
with cancer. He was born in Colorado to Marvin and
Lena Wallace, joining two sisters. He began his work
life with Union Pacific Railroad and later GTE, where
he met his wife, Carolyn. They made their home in
La Grande in 1974 until they moved to be closer to
family in 2014.
In the late 1970s, Charles gave his heart to Jesus
and continued his walk as a faithful Christian for the
rest of his life. He attended La Grande First Baptist and
served in numerous ways. He sought to share his faith
with many he met, even during the week he spent in the
hospital before his death.
Charles was preceded in death by his parents and
his sisters. Besides his wife, Carolyn, he is survived
by his daughters: Loree (Nathan) DeBoer, Valerie
(John) Curalli, and Holly (Russell) McPhetridge;
8 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren.
A celebration of life will be held at Eastmont Baptist
Church, East Wenatchee, WA, at 1 p.m. on Saturday,
April 2, 2022.
James ‘Jim’ E. Roe
Charlotte V. (Frazier) Stonebrink
June 8, 1953 – March 13, 2022
July 22, 1931 - February 6, 2022
James “Jim” Enoch Roe, 68, of
La Grande, passed away on Sunday,
March 13, 2022, at Grande Ronde
Hospital. A memorial service will be
held at the La Grande Presbyterian
Friendship Center on Friday, March
18, 2022, at 2 p.m. Casual dress is
preferred by the family.
Jim was born on June 8, 1953,
in Huntsville, Alabama, to James
Enoch Jenkins and Bettye Jean (Owens) Jenkins. When
Jimmy was 3 years old, his mother married Floyd J. Roe
and they moved to his stepdad’s home in the Grande Ronde
Valley, where Jimmy Roe was raised. Jim attended school
in La Grande and in 1971 graduated from La Grande High
School, where he played football, basketball and baseball
for the La Grande Tigers. He attended Eastern Oregon
State College and was the quarterback from 1973-1975
for the Mountaineers. In 1975, he married Lanette Temple
and they made their life together for 47 years and raised
their two children in this valley.
Jim was a self-employed locksmith. He enjoyed the
outdoors, hunting, fishing, camping, gardening and
canning. He had a passion for sports and kids and a gift
for coaching. Many hours were spent coaching his son
and teammates in AAU basketball and Little League
baseball. Jim had a talent for building confidence and
character in his players.
The highlight of Jim’s life was his children,
grandchildren and his pets. He played an active role as
a dad and papa with unconditional love embedded with
humor and silliness that made them laugh. In his later
years, he thrived on spending time on the mountain
property with his dad, son and all of the family, including
the dogs. Jim appreciated the simple pleasures. He was a
loyal and kind man who loved his life.
James is survived by his wife, Lanette; children,
Teala Sunderman (Brad) and Preston Roe (Lilly);
grandchildren, Jack Sunderman, Aspen Roe and Gwen
Roe; brothers, Lonnie Jenkins (Eileen) and Theron Roe
(Marlene); sister, Katie Moran (Jason); stepfather, Floyd
Roe; many nieces and nephews; mother- and father-
in-law, Ora and LaVonna Temple; and sisters-in-law,
DeeAnn McAlister (Ralph), Toni Hand (Lawrence) and
Carol O’Connor (Grady). He was preceded in death by
his parents, James Jenkins and Bettye Roe.
Online condolences may be made to the family at
www.lovelandfuneralchapel.com.
Charlotte
Viola
Stonebrink, 90, was
born July 22, 1931, at
Paradise, Oregon, and
died Feb. 6, 2022, at her
winter home in Yuma,
Arizona. Her parents
were William (Crooks)
Frazier and Mattie
Ann (Miller) Frazier.
When Charlotte was 5
years old her parents
were asked if she could
start school because
they needed her for the
Christmas program, so
off she went on her horse. Later the family moved to
Lostine, where Charlotte graduated as valedictorian of
her class of seven students, the only girl.
Charlotte married classmate Cyril Long and they had
two children, Larry and Bonnie. Cyril was killed in a
farm accident at age 39. Charlotte remained on the farm
and married Don Stonebrink in 1972. The family grew
by leaps and bounds with Don’s five children and one
more child added to this union, Melvin.
Charlotte was the proverbial farm wife, a devoted
member of the Lostine Presbyterian Church and a
wonderful mother.
Survivors include her husband, Don; son, Larry
Long (Pam) of Walla Walla, Washington; daughter,
Bonnie (Elwayne) Henderson of Wallowa, Oregon;
son, Melvin Stonebrink (Dena) of Wallowa, Oregon;
stepchildren, Kathy Stonebrink of Murray, Iowa,
Diana (Dennis) Harvey of Lostine, Oregon, and John
Stonebrink of Ontario, Oregon; 14 grandchildren; 17
great-grandchildren; niece, Betty (Jim) Banister of
Nampa, Idaho; and many great-nieces, great-nephews
and cousins.
She was preceded in death by her first husband,
Cyril; sister, Hattie Nedrow; stepsons, Gary and Corey
Stonebrink; niece, Ruby Wren; and a baby sister who
died at birth.
Private burial has taken place at the Lostine Cemetery.
A memorial service is being planned for late spring.