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Geneva (“Dolly”) Johnson – 1929-2014 In loving memory Geneva was born in Siletz, Ore., on Nov. 19, 1929, and was the sole survivor of Agatha and Matthew Williams. She passed away peacefully May 9, 2014, surrounded by loved ones at her home in Portland, Ore., after a brief illness. She is preceded by her husband, Ingvald “Swede” Johnson, and her beloved children, Lori and Kevin. She is survived by her seven children – daughters Constance (husband Ronnie), Denise and Yvonne, and sons Wayne (wife Joni), Brian, John and Alan; along with 14 grandchildren and nine great grandchildren. It was always her goal to share some of life’s greatest pleasures with her grandchildren, such as her love of country and western music, sci-fi flicks, murder mysteries and how to pick a trifecta at the dog races. She was a proud member of the Tribe and an active Elder. She rarely missed a meeting, trip or get-together and could often be heard saying, “I love my Elders.” They loved her too and always took great care of her. Geneva also loved being a “high- roller” and spending time at the casino, where she was treated like royalty. Thank you, Mike and crew – great job! The rest of her leisure time was spent attending birthday parties, gradu- ations, baseball games and various other family get-togethers. We are so blessed and grateful to have all those wonderful memories of her. We loved her dearly and miss her deeply. Courtesy photo Geneva (“Dolly”) Johnson Mother’s Day 2014 The Hoiness family would like to express their heartfelt gratitude and appreciation to all the family and friends for attending our mother’s memorial service. A special thank you to Buster Lane for officiating and to everyone who shared their fond memories and stories about our mom with gracious love. Sincerely, Ila’s children – Ron, Harold, Corky, Rocky, Marleen, Susie, Clete and Valerie By Siletz Elder Jeannette Giddings It will soon be Mother’s Day again. This time, it’ll be May 11, 2014. It’s been so many years since I remembered my mother, as I did when I was a child, and I think of the “older days” when she was all the world to me, then of all the years that have come between. Now I’m an old person and Mama has been in her grave for many years. The bouquets of flowers that we picked for her that she put into fruit jars or jelly glasses – she especially liked the early spring flowers. Daffodils were one of her favorites. We found them bloom- ing at some old deserted home sites. She loved the yellow blooms and said “They looked like spring sunshine.” Mama’s children have all grown old now. There are only a few of us left. Will we pick flowers for Mama in heaven? For information about Agent Orange , possible health-related problems and VA benefits: • • Courtesy photo Siletz Elder Chewescla Depoe leads the grand entry at the Gathering of Nations Pow-Wow on April 26 in Albuquerque, N.M. Info, deadlines for the college-bound Tribal senior June • Tribal higher education and AVT applications are due June 30! Toll-free Helpline – 800-749- 8387, press 3 • Attend graduation – congratulations! • Make arrangements for your final grades to be sent to colleges and universities. publichealth.va.gov/xposures/ agentorange/ • Good luck! Standing Committee Vacancies on Natural Resources Committee Deadline for consideration is June 18, 2014 Any Tribal member interested in serving on the Natural Resources Commit- tee for the vacancies listed below must fill out the following form and return it to the address below prior to the end of business on June 18, 2014. Please mail or fax your application to Confederated Tribes of Siletz Indians, Attn: Executive Secretary to Tribal Council, P.O. Box 549, Siletz, OR 97380- 0549; fax: 541-444-8325. Name: _________________________________________Roll No: _________ Address: ________________________________________________________ CeDARR Community efforts Demonstrating the Ability to Rebuild and Restore Mission Statement: Working together as a whole community, we will utilize our resources to eradicate and prevent the use of all illegal drugs, underage drinking and abusive use of alcohol, delinquency and community violence. June12•Noon Lunchisprovided Siletz Community Health Clinic 200 Gwee-Shut Road, Siletz For more information, call 541-444-8267. City: ______________________________ State: ________ ZIP: ___________ Telephone: Day ( ) _______________ Evening ( ____Natural Resources Committee ) ___________________ (1 vacancy for term ending 02/15) (1 vacancy for term ending 02/16) Tribal Council will approve appointments at the Regular Tribal Council meeting on June 20, 2014. If you have any questions, please call Tami Miner, Tribal Council executive secretary, at 800-922-1399, ext. 1203, or 541-444-8203. 6 • Siletz News • June 2014 Siletz Tribal Behavioral Health Programs Prevention, Outpatient Treatment, and women’s and Men’s Transitional Siletz: 800-600-5599 or 541-444-8286 Eugene: 541-484-4234 Salem: 503-390-9494 Portland: 503-238-1512 Narcotics Anonymous Toll-Free HelpLine–877-233-4287 For information on Alcoholics Anonymous: aa-oregon.org
