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16 obituaries/classified ads march21 2013 In Memory of... Maurice Wyman Barstad November 19, 1922-February 24, 2013 Maurice Barstad, age 90 of Vernonia, OR passed on Sunday February 24, 2013 at The Grove Assisted Living Facility in Forest Grove. He was born in Edmonds, North Dakota and moved to Oregon at an early age with his parents. A decorated Navy veteran, he became a policeman in Portland and switched over to become a firefighter for the remainder of his career of service. The passing of one man rarely shakes the world order, but this one man did leave the world better than he found it. Morrie’s legacy was constructed of humility, generosity and simple acts of caring and loving. He was an uncomplicated and uncomplaining man of prudence, integrity, courage, and fidelity. He was a throwback in as much as his word was his bond. That was evidenced by all his dealings, but particularly how he honored his wedding vows to Eleanor, his wife of sixty five years when she was incapacitated by Alzheimer’s disease. He loved and cared for her with all the energy he could muster while his body was ravaged by cancer until he could no longer assist her in even the simplest of ways. The term “Stand-up Guy’” has no better example than Morrie. Morrie’s family, whom he treasured and adored, was everything to him and to be welcomed into his greater family required only a courteous “hello.” You didn’t have to prove yourself to Morrie. He didn’t judge people by the color of their skin or the cut of their clothes. He gave everyone the opportunity to communicate who they were by their actions. He regaled his family with stories of his immigrant grandparents and parents and the incredible hardships they endured simply to stay alive in the harsh winters on the plains of North Dakota and Alberta, Canada. Eleanor has survived him and through the thick veil of her disease, still saw his deterioration and admonished him to “Eat better Papa” as his frailty COUNTY VETERAN’S SERVICES OFFICER FULL TIME POSITION PARALEGAL VETERAN’S SERVICE OFFICER. SALARY: $17.70-$27.54 PER HOUR (DOE). LOCATION: ST. HELENS, OREGON. to become state certified. Veterans preferred, two years of relevant work experience desired. For additional information regarding the position call 503-366-6541. Community Action Team (CAT) is seeking a County Veteran’s Service Officer to provide paralegal services to veterans. Part of a multi- disciplinary team serving the best interests of the client/ veterans will collaborate with Oregon Department of Veterans Affairs (ODVA) staff and multiple community partners. Must be or be able Submit letter of intent and resume to: Darlene Smith Community Action Team 125 N 17 th Street St. Helens, OR 97051 or dadmin@cat-team.org Application Dates: Open until filled Equal Opportunity Employer Classified Ad Rates $5/month Rideshare/Carpool Ads FREE FOR RENT Commercial Building For Rent, “Clever Cricket” Building, 728 Madison Ave. in Ver- nonia. Available after May 15. Call Gordon for information, 503-318-5347 3 Bdrm, 2.5 Bath Home on quiet cul-de-sac. 1600 sq.ft., newer home, large bedrooms, all upstairs. Nice deck and backyard. No smok- ing/pets. Minimum 6 month lease. $1200/ mo. with $1000 dep. Available 3/4/13. Con- tact Cody 503-747-8225. Duplex for Rent - 1 bdrm, 1 bath. Wood- stove, dishwasher, disposal, w/d, RV park- ing. No pets. Sewer/water included. $650/ mo. 503-241-8020 3 Bdrm/2 Bath MH in Riverside Meadows $650/mo. $450/dep. 503-793-0921 For Rent--3 studios available, 409 Rose Ave, $400 rent $400 deposit. Call Tim 503- 396-3371. Long Term RV Space for rent. 503-793- 0921 Self Storage - Fine, insulated storage units in Clatskanie. 20 sizes, on site managers - John & Kris Lillich. Visa/MC/AmEx accept- ed. 503-728-2051 stole over him. He spent his last days in the same facility as his beloved Elly so he could be near her. He is survived by his son Terry of Aloha, OR., daughter Sharon Ferguson of Union, WA., step daughter Lois Jollie of Idaho, five grandchildren and six great-grandchildren, all of whom he cared deeply for. He will be greatly missed by them all. Norbert H. Pelster NORBERT H. PELSTER, 100, a longtime former resident of Vernonia, lately of Beaverton, died March 8, 2013 at Maryville Nursing Home. A Funeral Mass was celebrated on Friday, March 15, 2013 at 10:30 A.M. at the Visitation Catholic Church, 4189 NW Visitation Road in Verboort, Serving since 1953 with Father Michael Fuiten, Rose & Hoyt Funeral Home & Crematory Vuky, celebrant. Recitation of Third Generation the Holy Rosary Family Owned & Operated preceded the Mass at 10:00 A.M. Jeffrey and Kathryn Hoyt, Burial Rites and Gregory and Rachel Hoyt, Samantha Humphrey, Interment followed Ross Mathews, at the Mt. Olive Peni Flores Cemetery. Attendant: Ray Pelster Family and Gregory and Rachel Hoyt friends were invited to attend a reception 2308 Pacific Ave., Forest Grove 503-357-2161 741 Madison Ave., Vernonia 503-429-6611 immediately E-Mail: Fuitenrosehoyt@aol.com following the Mass Website: www.fuitenrosehoyt.com held in the Parish Serving since 1873 Hall of the church. Forest Grove Memorial Chapel Norbert was 2308 Pacific Ave., Forest Grove 503-357-3126 Serving all cemeteries for born on April 9, marker sales and installation 1912 in Raeville, CLASSIFIED ADS FOR SALE Putting in a sweet vegetable garden- have 3 greenhouses up and many starter plants go- ing...tomatoes, sweet peas, lettuce, cabbage among them... interested in just picked veg- gies, grown in virgin ground never planted (in veggies)...contact Ed, organicman311@ aol.com or message 818 -754-8602. Mobile home in Riverside Meadows, Ver- nonia, #9 - $5,000 OBO, above flood plain, 2 bdrm, all appliances, washer/dryer, new water heater. Call 503-429-0892. Mountain Water Offering alkaline or acidic ph ionized water. For info and water contact Dawn and Erica 429-0544 or 971-409-8362. Like us on FB, join the Waterclub. Moun- tainWaterPh@yahoo.com Treharne Firewood Service - Fir cut, split and delivered - $170/ cord, local. Jerry Budge 503-429-1811 SERVICES House Cleaning by TerrysHomeCare. We do it all!! Excellent Local References, Se- nior Discount plus Mention this ad for Nebraska to Albert Conrad and Louise Catherine (Hoesing) Pelster. He attended Boone County Schools in Nebraska and later completed a Diesel Mechanics course. He worked on farms from Nebraska to Oregon in the 1930’s. He was united in marriage to Mary “Louise” Unger on October 7, 1940 at St. Mathew’s Catholic Church in Hillsboro, then made their home in Vernonia. They raised nine children and also parented James, David and Mike Armstrong for ten years. Norbert was employed by Oregon American Lumber Mill in Vernonia as a tractor operator and watchman until it closed in 1957. Norbert’s hobby was tinkering with cars, trucks and tractors. He and Louise enjoyed pattern dance classes and dances at the senior centers. He religiously watched Lawrence Welk “champagne music” weekly. He was a long-standing member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Vernonia. Norbert and Louise’s children are Raymond of Vernonia, Leo (Janice) of Cornelius, Theresa Carter (Ken) of Cornelius, Dolores Ashenberner (Sam) of Beaverton, Sr. Josephine SSMO of Beaverton, Catherine Maney (Pat) of The Dalles, Cecilia De Clerck (Greg) of Powell Butte, Agnes Abel of Gaston and the late Emil (Carol) of Vernonia. Norbert has two living sisters, Blanche Richmond of Kyle, Texas and Bernice Henninger of Sun City West, Arizona. Norbert was preceded in death by his wife Louise on September 14, 2002 after celebrating almost 62 years of marriage; his son, Emil; his brothers, Art and Edwin; his sisters, Martha Euse and Alma Kiesling; and his grandson, Joseph Pelster. He has 37 grandchildren, 56 great- grandchildren, one great-great-grand- child and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. The family suggests that contributions be sent to Sisters of St. Mary of Oregon Foundation, 4440 SW 148th Ave Beaverton, OR 97007 or St. Mary’s Parish Religious Education Fund, 960 Missouri Ave. Vernonia, Oregon 97064. continued on page 17 To place an ad call: 503-367-0098 email: scott@vernoniasvoice.com SERVICES $5.00 OFF 503_980_3289 ABC For Life Training Center-- CPR- AED, First Aid, Basic Life Support, NRA Handgun Safety, Concealed Handgun Permit Class OR, FL, AZ, ME, NH, VA, CT. On- site or off-site. Individual or group. www. abcforlife.net, 503-709-1878. Guitar Lessons all styles, taught by a pro- fessional with 30 years experience. $25/hr. John 503-235-8996 or 503-789-3835 Photo Restoration Cracks, Fading, En- largements, Copies, Story Collages. Terry St.Pierre 503-980-3289 Safety Course Classes - Required for the Oregon Concealed Handgun License-fulfills application requirements. Also personalized firearms proficiency training classes avail- able. 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