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12 obituaries/classified ads april5 2018 In Memory of... Sandra Carol (Jackson) Gamroth Sandra Carol (Jackson) Gam- roth was born May 12, 1944 in Vanport, Oregon, the daughter of the late James C. Jackson and Anna Belle (Gibbs) Jack- son. She was raised and received her education in Banks and Buxton, Oregon. She was united in marriage to Robert G. Gamroth in 1960 and cel- ebrated their 52nd wedding anniversary in 2012. They resided in St. Helens, Oregon until 1968 when they moved to Scappoose. They lived in Scappoose until 1994 when they moved to Man- ning, Oregon. After her husband Rob- ert died, she moved to North Plains to live with her daughter and son-in-law for three years. In 2017 she moved to Hazle Township, Pennsylvania to live with her oldest living son and daughter- in-law, where she resided until her death on March 16, 2018. While living in Scappoose and Manning Sandra worked in electronics assembly and quality control for Elec- tronics Diversified, Inc. Her special interests were read- ing, puzzle books, browsing through stores, playing card and dice games, and going to bingo with her husband Rob- ert. She enjoyed going to garage sales and farmers markets. She also enjoyed spending time and talking to her family. She was preceded in death by her husband Robert, her son Robert, and her parents James and Anna Jackson, also her sisters Joyce Miller, Sue Cu- tright, and Yvonne Wise, and her brother Ralph Craft. Survivors include her son Mat- thew Gamroth of Hazle Township, Penn- sylvania, her son and daughter-in-law Carl and Sonia Gamroth of Hillsboro, her son and daughter-in-law Donald and Venus Gamroth of Scappoose, her son Tracy Gamroth of Scappoose, her daughter and son-in-law Carol and Pat- rick Pollard of North Plains, and her son and daughter-in-law Joseph and Robin Gamroth of Christmas Valley. She is also survived by her sister and brother- in-law Jackie and Leo Becker, her sister Ann Hurse, her brother and sister-in-law Bill and Linda Jackson, her brother and sister-in-law James and Brenda Jackson, and her sister-in-law Jean Forest and brother-in-law Jim Gamroth. Also surviving are her seven- teen grandchildren, Matthew Gamroth, Timothy Gamroth, and Robert Gamroth; Brian Gamroth, Tiffany Villa, and Re- becca Gamroth; Kara McBride, Kevin Gatlin, and Ashley Bell; Danielle Con- nell, Brendan O’Connell, and Kieran Connell; David Bello, Jason Bello, Brad Barber, Mathew Barber, and Alexa Mar- tin; and her eighteen great grandchil- dren. A Graveside Service was held at Buxton Cemetery in Banks, Oregon. To sign the online guestbook or to send the family condolences, vis- it www.FuitenRoseHoyt.com. Fuiten, Rose & Hoyt Funeral Home in Forest Grove is entrusted with the arrange- ments. (503) 357-2161 Harold W. “Bud” Weigand Harold W. “Bud” Weigand, 93, a former resident of the Vernonia com- munity, late of Hillsboro, Oregon, died Friday morning, March 9, 2018 at the Legacy Hopewell House Hospice in Portland. Graveside Services were held on Thursday, March 15, 2018 at 1:00 pm at the Vernonia Memorial Cemetery, 2080 Bridge Street in Vernonia with Pas- tor Grant Willliams officiating. Conclud- ing Rites with a Flag Honor Presenta- tion followed under the direction of the United States Navy. Family and friends were invited to attend a reception imme- diately following the cemetery rites, at the home of Steve and Marilyn Landers in Vernonia. Harold William Weigand was born November 13, 1924 in Moscow, Idaho, the son of the late Louis Weigand and Hattie Mae (Cameron) Weigand. He was raised and received his education in the Moscow community. He joined the United States Navy on November 20, 1942 in Mos- cow, Idaho. Bud served for four years until receiving his discharge on February 2, 1946 in Bremerton, Washington. He served on the USS Prince William, the USS Haggard, and the USS Bordelon. Bud was united in marriage to Barbara Ann Lolley on October 26, 1957 in Longview, Washington. They celebrated their 60 th wedding anniver- sary this past October. Following their marriage they resided in the Vernonia community until 1996 when they moved to the Hillsboro community where they have resided since. He worked in the logging indus- try for Crown Zellerbach in Vernonia for twenty-five years from 1959 to 1983. For most of his career he was a surveyor. He loved being in the woods. Bud retired at the age of fifty-nine years old as a con- tract supervisor. While living in the Vernonia community he served as a volunteer for the Vernonia Fire Department for many years. Among his special interests he enjoyed sports, having been supportive of his grandchildren’s events. He was preceded in death by his parents Louis and Hattie Weigand, and his sister Marie Carty. Survivors include his wife Barbara Weigand of the family home in Hillsboro; his daughter and son-in- law Kristen and Bill Schleich of Both- ell, Washington, and his three sons and daughters-in-law, Steve and Marilyn Landers of Vernonia, Gaylen and Sue Weigand of Canby, and Brien and Chris- tine Weigand of Gladstone. Also surviving are his seven grandchildren and their spouses, Nicole and Jeff Abbott of Seattle, Ben Schleich of Seattle, Molly and Ben Challman of Lynnwood, Washington, Jason and Hei- di Landers of Irvine, California, Joshua Landers of Gaston, Joreigh Landers of Vernonia, and Camille Mack of Wilson- ville, Oregon; his five great-grandchil- dren, Lucy Challman, Ellie Challman, Maggie Challman, Blake Caldwell, and Brett Landers; and several nieces and nephews. The family suggests that re- membrances may be contributions to the Disabled American Veterans, Portland Chapter #1, 8725 N.E. Sandy Blvd., Portland, OR 97220, in his memory. To sign the online guest book or to send a condolence to the family go to www.fuitenrosehoyt.com. Fuiten, Rose & Hoyt Funeral Home in Forest Grove is entrusted with the arrangements. Pastor Barrett “Wayne” Marr Pastor Barrett “Wayne” Marr of Vernonia, born March 23, 1933, went to be with the Lord on Monday, March 26, 2018 at 7:41 pm at Tuality Hospital in Hillsboro. Born in Licking, Missouri he graduated from North Central Bible Col- lege in Minneapolis, Minnesota in 1955. Wayne’s passion was to see souls saved and lives transformed through the power of Jesus. He pastored churches in North Dakota, Minnesota, California, Arizona, and Idaho. His final pastorate position was in Vernonia, upon his death. Wayne was an avid fisherman. He loved to laugh and share funny sto- ries and jokes. His family and friends will always remember how he laughed so hard before he could even finish a story. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Lois Marr. He is survived by his second wife Maureene Marr of 15 years; his children Wanda Green and husband Neil Green of Marysville, Washington, Royal Marr and his wife Yolanta Marr of Lynnwood, Washing- ton, and Sharman Marr of Ehrenberg, Arizona; 3 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren. He also leaves behind his brother David Marr and wife Patt of East Moline, Illinois, his sister Eda Mae Romandine of Crete, Illinois; as well as nieces and nephews. Wayne is loved and will be missed by countless people. A Celebration of Life will be held at Grace Family Fellowship on Sat- urday, April 7 at 11:00 am. There will be a potluck following at 12:00 pm - please bring a dish if you are able. There will be a graveside service at 3:00 pm held at the Aurora Community Cemetery. JOB OPPORTUNITY The City of Vernonia currently has a seasonal position available for grounds keeping duties. Duties include mowing and general upkeep of all City parks as well as all other City owned property. This position is full time/temporary, no benefits, hourly wage will be $11 per hour. Position will begin April 16, 2018 and extend through the summer season. If you’d like to apply, visit vernonia-or.gov for an application or you can pick one up at 1001 Bridge St, Vernonia, OR 97064. All applications must be received no later than 3:00 pm on April 11, 2018. JOB OPPORTUNITY SERVICES St Pierre Graphics & Photo Restoration Restore-Brighten- Retouch old photography, copy and enlarge negative plates. Free est. Local pickup and delivery Vernonia, Clatskanie area. Please call Terry at (971) 813-9560 Clean - Organize - Paint - House Keeping offered in Vernonia, Fishhawk, Clatskanie area. Great local references. Weekly, monthly. Give me a ring, Terry St Pierre (971) 813-9560 FOR SALE Grass Hay for Sale – $2/bale, 50-60 pound bales. (503) 429-0115. Craftsman 5 hp Rototiller - Rear tines, good condition. $350 (503) 429- 0115 The City of Vernonia currently has a temporary position available for streets maintenance. Primary job duties will be pressure washing city sidewalks and buildings, removal and re-installation of brick pavers along both sides of Bridge Street. Preference will be given to those with previous experience, please provide references. Other general maintenance duties may be assigned as needed. This position is full time/temporary, no benefits, hourly wage will be $12 per hour. Position will begin April 16, 2018. If you’d like to apply, visit vernonia-or.gov for an application or you can pick one up at 1001 Bridge St, Vernonia, OR 97064. All applications must be received no later than 3:00 pm on April 11, 2018. Vernonia’s Voice is published on the 1st and 3rd Thursday. 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