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FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 29, 2017 THE BAKER COUNTY PRESS — 9 Local & Entertainment Bebe’s word search — Obituaries — CONTINUED FROM PAGE 2 Connie Carnagy Baker City, 1940-2017 In 1991 Connie moved back to Baker and started to pioneer again. She had the privilege of attending pioneer school with Guy Pierce as one of her in- structors. He later became a member of the Govern- ing Body of Jehovah’s Witnesses. Connie was an excellent student and teacher of the Bible, over the years she studied with many people. Connie will be greatly missed for several reasons. She was a loving mother and sister, a great cook and a faithful wife. She had a kind and tender heart with a sweet disposition. She loved flowers, small chil- dren and animals, but most of all, her God, Jehovah. The memorial service for Connie will be Saturday, September 30th, 2017 at 2 PM. Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses 975 S. Bridge Street, Baker City, Oregon. For those who would like to make a me- morial donation in memory of Connie, the family sug- gests www.jw.org On line condolences may be shared at www.tamispinevalleyfu- neralhome.com. Cecil Eugene “Gene” Rose Baker City, 1928-2017 Gene C. Rose, 88, passed away at his home on Sep- tember 6, 2017, in Baker City, Oregon. A funeral service will be held on Friday, October 13, 2017, 1:30 p.m. located at the Church of the Naza- rene, 1250 Hughes Lane, Baker City. A reception will follow at the Quail Ridge Golf Course, 2801 Indiana Avenue, Baker City. Gene was born on December 21, 1928, in Payette Idaho, to Cecil Corbett Rose and Mayme Kathryn (Ahrens) Rose. He had one sister; Paula Lou Rose Lutz. Gene, the son of a law enforcement officer, grew up with the love and sup- port of family members that included his parents, aunts, uncles, cousins, as well as many wonderful friends. These relationships remained strong through- out his entire lifetime. He fondly remembered the people of Payette, and he was always grateful that he had been raised in this small, rural community. It was during his youth that Gene developed a passion for sports, and especially for the game of baseball. Throughout his high school years, Gene played on numerous state championship and All- American baseball teams. His love and advocacy for the sport continued his entire lifetime. Upon graduating from the Payette High School in 1946, Gene attended the University of Idaho for one year. There he pledged the Alpha Tau Omega frater- nity, played baseball for the Vandals, was a sports writer for the “Argonaut”, and he completed his academic freshman year. In 1947, he transferred to Gene the Universi- Rose ty of Oregon where we completed his undergradu- ate work with a degree in Journalism, and he earned the position as starting catcher for the U of O Duck baseball team. While at the University of Oregon, Gene met the love of his life; Coral Jane Kneeland. They were unit- ed on December 27, 1950, in Eugene, Oregon. They were married 62 years. Upon graduating from the University of Oregon’s School of Law in 1953, the couple settled in Baker City, where Gene became a member of the Grant, Fuchs, Rose and Daron law firm. In 1956, the couple relocated to Tacoma, Washington where Gene continued his service as a Judge Advocate Officer (JAG) for the United State Air Force Reserve. He was ultimately promoted to the rank of Captain. Gene and Coral were pleased to return to Baker in 1958, where Gene con- tinued to practice law. The couple stayed busy raising their family of five chil- dren and their numerous pets. They also remained very active in community work. Gene is widely-attributed as a key figure in the development of Baker’s Little League Baseball pro- gram and baseball facilities like the Wade Williams and Leo Adler fields. Gene served as the first president of the Baker Little League. Among his many ac- tivities, Gene served as the President of the Baker County Chamber of Com- merce, he was a member of the State Welfare Commis- sion, and he was credited for winning an indefinite extension of West Coast Airlines service to Baker. Many might be surprised that he initiated and served as the director of the first St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church Youth Choir. Gene was named one of Or- egon’s Three Outstanding Young Men in 1961, and he received the Distin- guished Service Award for Baker County. Gene’s law practice was diverse, but it was his work with the Idaho Power Company to handle condemnation proceedings in the Hells Canyon that shifted the direction of his legal career. In 1969, the family relocated to Ontario where Gene became a partner in the law firm now known as Yturri, Rose. Gene’s legal work cen- tered on utility law, becom- ing legal counsel for Idaho Power and for Cascade Natural Gas Company, located in Seattle, Wash- ington. In 1983, Gene was named to the Board of Directors for Idaho Power on which he served until 1998. Over the years, Gene and Coral enjoyed their many friends in Ontario and they remained active in commu- nity until Gene’s retire- ment from the law firm in the mid-1990’s. It was then they decided to return to Baker County and retire. Over the past 20 plus years, Gene continued to be active is numerous aspects of the community. This is especially true with his dedication as a member of the Leo Adler Founda- tion Board. As Leo Adler’s attorney, Gene worked closely with Adler to establish a foun- dation that has undoubt- edly changed the face of Baker County. Gene proudly served on the board overseeing the distri- bution of foundation funds for more than 20 years. He especially enjoyed the opportunity to award scholarships to graduating high school seniors, and those seeking advanced education. It was not uncommon for him to approach a young person whom had received a scholarship years prior and ask how things were going for them. Gene and Coral were dedicated, loving parents. They put a high premium on education for their children. They encouraged all of them to follow their dreams and speak their minds. The latter being witnessed by guests at any Rose dinner table. No subject was off limits. Gene’s generous heart, his sense of decency and his humility were greatly appreciated by all who came to know him. His sense of humor was legendary and always de- livered with a kindness that often left people chuckling before he said anything. He could tell a great story and he enjoyed visiting with everyone. Without a doubt, he made any room he entered a lot brighter. His presence will be sorely missed by all who had the pleasure of know- ing him. Gene Rose is proceeded in death by his wife, Coral; his daughter, Kathryn Rose; and grandson, Kevin Rose. He is survived by his children; son Bill Rose and wife Karen; daughter Connie Ross and husband John; son Bob Rose and wife JoAnn; daughter Mary Jane Guyer and husband Randy; grand- children, Kelley, Christie and J.J.; and his great- grandchildren, Elsie, Emme, Chalten, Wills and Elias. The family suggests memorial contributions in Gene’s name be made to: The United Methodist Church of Haines, and The Gene Rose Youth Baseball and Golf Fund of The Or- egon Community Founda- tion, through Gray’s West & Company, 1500 Dewey Avenue, Baker City, Or- egon 97814. To light a candle for Gene or to leave a condolence for the family, please visit: www.grayswestco.com. EOU needs parade entries Eastern Oregon Univer- sity invites area businesses and organizations to join students, faculty and staff for the annual Homecom- ing Parade Friday, Oct. 6. To participate, go to eou. edu/alumni/homecoming and click “Homecoming Parade Registration Form.” Return the completed form to University Advancement in Inlow Hall 212 before 5 p.m., on Oct. 6. Lineup is at 4:15 p.m. on the corner of Fourth Street and Jefferson Avenue. The parade begins at 5 p.m. and proceeds along Adams Avenue through downtown to Hemlock Street. For more information call 541-962-3740 or e-mail alumni@eou.edu. The Littles’ crossword puzzle Across 1- Takes care of; 7- Whiz; 10- Lopsided victory; 14- Stanza of six lines; 15- Round Table title; 16- Cube maker Rubik; 17- Kathmandu resi- dent; 18- Certain Ivy Leaguer; 19- Actor Estrada; 20- Specialist’s point; 23- Change a song; 26- NATO member; 27- “Exodus” actor Sal; 28- Langston Hughes poem; 29- Compass dir.; 30- ___ Francisco; 31- Gleaming; 33- Dispenser candy; 34- Fleur-de-___; 37- Dawn deity; 38- Orch. section; 39- Yoko ___; 40- Citrus drink; 41- Concorde, e.g.; 42- Actor Fernando; 43- Dignify; 45- Blemish; 46- ___ snail’s pace; 47- Boxer Max; 48- Easy ___; 51- Jackie’s second; 52- Transmits; 53- Capital of Utah; 56- Blind piece; 57- Metal, often used as a container; 58- Evening affair; 62- Top-drawer; 63- Lilt syllable; 64- “Gunsmoke” star; 65- ___ uproar; 66- Small batteries; 67- Nullify; Down 1- Nine-digit ID; 2- Wide shoe width; 3- Clairvoyant’s claim; 4- Stopping place; 5- Fax forerunner; 6- Ear-related; 7- In ___ (sort of); 8- Eyelashes; 9- Actor Stoltz; 10- Land, as a fish; 11- Hatch on the Hill; 12- Come together; 13- Capital of Japan; 21- Ravenous; 22- River in N South America; 23- Ascends; 24- Community spirit; 25- Damp; 29- Computer key; 30- Medicinal shrub; 32- Sharon’s land; 33- Kind of license or justice; 34- Father of Leah and Rachel; 35- Ran in neutral; 36- Visionaries; 44- Compliant; 45- Fingerless hand cover; 46- Places of contest; 48- Very, to Verdi; 49- Drawing room; 50- Primary strategy; 51- Director Kurosawa; 52- Grocery, e.g.; 54- ___ girl!; 55- This ___ outrage!; 59- “Michael Collins” actor; 60- Phila. clock setting; 61- End for Siam;
