RECORDS
TUESDAY, JULY 19, 2022
THE OBSERVER — A5
DEATH & SERVICE NOTICES
Darlene Ables
La Grande
Darlene Ables, 89, a longtime Union County resident,
died July 16, 2022, at Grande Ronde Retirement Res-
idence, La Grande. Arrangements are by Tami’s Pine
Valley Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Halfway.
Dekker Adams
Imbler
Dekker Adams, 14, of Imbler, died July 14, 2022, in
Spokane, Washington. A funeral service will be held
July 23 at 10 a.m. at the Imbler School. Arrangements
are by Loveland Funeral Chapel & Crematory,
La Grande.
John E. Cederholm
La Grande
John E. Cederholm, 64, of La Grande, died July 9,
2022, at his residence. A funeral service will be held at
2 p.m. Aug. 5 at the La Grande Church of the Nazarene.
Casual dress is preferred by the family. Arrangements
are by Loveland Funeral Chapel & Crematory,
La Grande.
Josephy Center/Contributed Photo
A framed Indian relay race photograph by Dallas Dick is one of two prizes for a Friday, July 29, 2022, raffl e benefi tting the Josephy Library of
Western History and Culture Exhibits. Purchase tickets at www.josephy.org/event/native-sport-raffl e.
Native Sport Raffl e tickets on sale for drawing
JOSEPH — A raffl e for a chance to
win one of two items related to Amer-
ican Indians will be held Friday, July
29, at the Josephy Center for Arts and
Culture in Joseph. The Native Sport
Raffl e will take place from 4-5 p.m.
The prizes are a beaded bag made
by Roger Amerman and a framed
Indian relay race photograph by
Dallas Dick.
Tickets cost from $10-$25 and may
be purchased online at www.josephy.
org/event/native-sport-raffl e or at
the Josephy Center, 403 N. Main St.
Proceeds go to support the Josephy
Library of Western History and Cul-
ture Exhibits there. For more informa-
tion, call 541-432-0505 or email
artdirector@josephy.org.
— The Observer
Ron Polk named Rotarian of the Year
Wallowa County Chieftain
WALLOWA — The
Rotary Club of Wallowa
County recently held a
celebration of the annual
accomplishments and rec-
ognition of
meeting the
goals that had
been set by
the club mem-
bers. Club
President
Polk
Stacy Green
used the occa-
sion to thank club offi -
cers for their service and
praised the membership for
its achievements.
In a special announce-
ment, she honored
Ron Polk, naming him
“Rotarian of the Year”
in recognition of his out-
standing leadership as
Rotary International Foun-
dation chair.
Through Polk’s guid-
ance the club exceeded its
contributions to Rotary
International’s projects
around the globe and
brought grants to the local
community. The local club
joins in service with thou-
sands of Rotary Clubs pro-
viding projects in disease
prevention and treatment,
water sanitation, peace and
confl ict resolution, literacy,
maternal and child health,
local economies and the
environment.
The local Rotary Club
exceeded the goal planned
to contribute to the interna-
tional projects and its goal
of involving 100% of club
members in the eff ort. In
addition, Polk submitted
two grant applications suc-
cessfully accessing Rotary
funding for two Wal-
lowa County projects for
establishing a couple of
Peace Poles and a bicycle
playground in Wallowa.
Another grant from the
Wallowa Cultural Trust
assisted the Peace Pole
project.
Polk spearheaded the
drive to send $2,750 to add
to Ukrainian refugee relief
along with many other
Oregon and international
Rotary clubs.
PUBLIC SAFETY REPORT
FRIDAY, JULY 15
10:14 a.m. — La Grande police received a report of a burglary at
a business at 1609 Adams Ave. An offi cer responded, found noth-
ing missing and explained options.
4:12 p.m. — A caller reported vandalism at Pioneer Park, La
Grande. An offi cer made contact and took a report.
6:27 p.m. — A caller reported someone dumped dogs in the
area of 40 Highway 244, La Grande.
9:06 p.m. — La Grande police responded to Moon Motel, 2116
Adams Ave., on a report of harassment and warned one person.
10:30 p.m. — A caller made a complaint about noise on the
1300 block of Cherry Street, La Grande. An offi cer responded and
warned the subject.
SATURDAY, JULY 16
1:27 a.m. — La Grande police at a traffi c stop at 26th Street and
Mulholland Drive arrested Jessica Jean Jones, 18, for driving under
the infl uence of intoxicants and minor in possession.
4:27 a.m. — La Grande police responded to the 2200 block
of Cove Avenue on a complaint about a disturbance. An offi cer
warned people to keep it down.
9:04 a.m. — A caller reported juveniles were causing a distur-
bance in the area of 63200 Highway 203, La Grande. The caller then
determined they were just yelling for their dog.
2:43 p.m. — A caller in the area of 59900 Upper Perry Lane, La
Grande, reported a person was experiencing a mental health cri-
sis. A Union County sheriff ’s deputy responded and contacted the
Center for Human Development Inc., La Grande..
6:40 p.m. — La Grande police responded to Safeway, 2111
Adams Ave., and arrested Shannon Alyssa Spottiswood, 39, for
fourth-degree domestic violence assault and disorderly conduct.
10:47 p.m. — La Grande police responded to the La Grande Inn,
2612 Island Ave., and arrested a 71-year-old man for misdemean-
ors of menacing and second-degree disorderly conduct.
SUNDAY, JULY 17
1:32 a.m. — La Grande police arrested David Michael Den-
ham, 29, for second-degree burglary, first-degree theft and
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possession of stolen tools.
1:49 a.m. — La Grande police received a complaint about noise
on the 2800 block of Athens Court. Offi cers responded and coun-
seled juveniles.
2:30 a.m. — La Grande police received a complaint about noise
on the 1800 block of U Avenue. An offi cer responded and gave a
warning for an ordinance violation.
10:20 a.m. — Union County Sheriff ’s Offi ce arrested Ricky Leroy
Potter II, 35, for misdemeanor and felony fl eeing, second-degree
criminal trespass, leaving the scene of an accident, hit-and-run
involving property and on two warrants.
12:42 p.m. — Union County Sheriff ’s Offi ce responded to Muz-
zleloaders and More, 10201 W. First St., Suite 3, Island City, on a
report of criminal mischief. A deputy determined this was a busi-
ness burglary and took a report.
4:50 p.m. — La Grande police responded to Safeway, 2111
Adams Ave., on a report of a fi ght. An offi cer determined it was
only verbal.
UPCOMING
LOCAL
SERVICES
July 21 — JIM McKINNEY: 11 a.m. service,
Enterprise Nazarene Church; reception follows
downstairs.
July 23 — DEKKER ADAMS: 10 a.m. funeral,
Imbler School.
July 23 — RICHARD CARLSON: 10 a.m.
celebration of life, Wallowa Lake State Park picnic
area.
July 30 — MILDRED McMURPHY: 10 a.m.
memorial service, La Grande Church of Jesus Christ of
Latter-day Saints Stake Center.
July 30 — CLARENCE WILSON: 2 p.m.
celebration of life, Lighthouse Pentecostal Church,
Island City (casual dress preferred).
Aug. 5 — JOHN CEDERHOLM: 2 p.m. funeral,
La Grande Church of the Nazarene (casual dress
preferred).
— Calendar courtesy of Loveland Funeral Chapel, La Grande
Warren Willard Evans
December 10, 1951 – January 24, 2022
Warren Willard Evans, age
70, died Jan. 24, 2022, in Oregon
City. A graveside service will
be announced later by Daniels-
Knopp Funeral, Cremation & Life
Celebration Center, La Grande.
Warren was born in La Grande,
Oregon, on Dec. 10, 1951, to Warren
David and Helen (Hamlin) Evans.
He graduated from La Grande High
School in 1970 and worked in various positions for the
State of Oregon in La Grande until his retirement.
Warren enjoyed hunting, hiking, archery and working
with electronics. He was a member of Union County
Search and Rescue and attended La Grande Church of
the Nazarene. His greatest joy in life was his family.
Warren was preceded in death by his parents; son,
Enoch Evans; and stepdaughter, Sarah Evans. Survivors
include his daughters, Tabitha Saletri of Florida and
Melody Evans of La Grande; former stepson, Jason
Evans; former wife, April VanTassell; and sister, Joyce
Valentine and family of Idaho.
Lorene V. DeMoss
September 5, 1934 – July 5, 2022
James “Jim” McKinney
June 30, 1938 - July 19, 2022
James “Jim” McKinney, beloved husband of Rev.
Mouse McKinney, went home to be with the Lord he
loved on July 19, 2022.
Jim was born June 30, 1938, in Baker, Oregon, to
Thelma and Walt McKinney. He was raised and went
to school in Baker, graduating in 1957. He joined the
National Guard in 1956 while still in high school. In
February 1958 he got a discharge to join the Air Force
and served in Japan until July 1961. He did Mouse the
honor of making her his wife in 1971.
Jim and Mouse in 1971 moved to La Grande, where
he worked for Boise Cascade Particle Board for 34
years. During that time he was a firefighter for 12 years
for the La Grande Rural Fire Department. After retiring
he went to work at Scott’s Heating. In 2010 Mouse was
called to pastor the Nazarene Church in Enterprise, and
they moved to Joseph, where they were so happy.
In 1964, Jim accepted Jesus Christ into his life, and
his life totally changed. He served his Lord faithfully
until his last breath. Jim made a promise to God that if
He would help Him read notes and relearn the trombone,
he would play for Him until he could play no more. God
did just that, and Jim kept his promise.
Jim is survived by his only sibling, Katheryn
Richards of Springfield; Al Simmons, his brother-in-
law from Idaho who was a dear brother to him; and his
wife, Mouse McKinney of Joseph.
A service will be held Thursday, July 21, at 11 a.m. at
the Nazarene Church in Enterprise. Pastor David Bruce
will officiate. A reception follows downstairs.
Bollman Funeral Home of Enterprise is entrusted
with arrangements.
Lorene V. DeMoss, of La
Grande, died Tuesday, July 5, 2022,
at the age of 87 at Grande Ronde
Hospital after a heroic fight against
an extended illness.
A family memorial service will
be held at a later date. Arrangements
are entrusted to Daniels-Knopp
Funeral, Cremation & Life
Celebration Center in La Grande.
Lorene was born Sept. 5, 1934, to Lloyd E. and
Lotus (Lovell) Ownby and was the oldest of their five
daughters.
She married James “Jim” DeMoss in Eugene and
together they had four children: Carol, Dave, Terri and
Kathy.
Lorene enjoyed her family and being outdoors,
camping, hiking, mountain biking and doing yard work,
especially mowing, weeding and tending flowers. She
enjoyed hanging clothes out on the line but mostly she
enjoyed being a wife and mother. She left a rich legacy
and will be greatly missed. “We love her.”
After 63 years together, her husband, Jim, died in
2016.
Surviving relatives include her daughters, Carol
DeMoss of La Grande, Terri Bradshaw of Pendleton and
Kathy Clark and her husband, Don, of North Powder;
daughter-in-law, Linda of La Grande; five grandchildren;
seven great-grandchildren and a great-great-grandchild;
sisters, Jean Kay Curtis of Eugene and Louise Stukey
of Sherwood; nieces, and nephews and other relatives
and friends.
Preceding her in death besides her parents and
husband were her son, David; sisters, Virginia Bartlet
and Violet Bolton; and son-in-law, Jerry.