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Page A-2 Illinois Valley News, Cave Junction, Ore. Wednesday, February 22, 2017 Letters to the editor Illinois Valley News welcomes letters to the editor. Please e-mail them to dan@illinois-valley-news. com POLICY ON LETTERS: ‘Illinois Valley News’ encourages letters to the editor provided they are legible and not libelous or scurrilous. All letters must be signed, including name, address and telephone number. The latter need not be published, but will be used to verify authenticity. The “News” reserves the right to edit letters. Letters are used at the discretion of the publisher. *** (Editor’s Note: Views and commentary, including state- ments made as fact are strictly those of the letter writers.) Global warming is real Maybe all folks living in Oregon, the Nation, or the World think the same. Certainly, many of us in Southern Oregon think this is the best place in the world to live. But we are also noticing the rising temperatures that the Weather Service reports – over two degrees during the last century; we are noticing the trend of reducing snowpack, even though we’ve had a couple of decent snow years. Water shortages resulting from this trend are also troubling us. And we are aware that drought is becoming an ever- present threat while our fire season and fire risk are both increasing. It’s time for Oregonians to join concerned peoples across the nation and the planet in addressing the global warming that is causing these climate changes. And we need to do it before our entire way of life is compromised. Fortunately, we can do this. The Oregon legislature is considering placing a cap on the climate pollution that is causing our problems. The proposal will reduce pollution and generate funds earmarked to provide economic assistance to rural Oregon as we transition to a clean energy economy with better paying jobs. Data shows us, reducing climate pollution can help our economy. Sincerely, Alan Journet Jacksonville, Ore. Obituaries Patricia Allison, 89 , of Cave Junction, died Feb. 13, 2017, in her home at Whispering Springs Bed and Breakfast. She was born in Grand Junction, Colo., and wife of the late Jack Allison. Pat was a beloved sister, grandmother, friend and dedicated church member in Cave Junction. Pat supported her husband for most of her life by running the bookkeeping side of his construction business. She was also extremely active. Her grandchildren spent every summer with her, and she was an avid golfer, earning a hole-in-one plaque. She moved to Cave Junction with Jack in 1993, and when she wasn’t taking care of Jack or grandchildren, she was taking care of animals. Pat loved animals. She raised and bred llamas for 10 years. She had dogs until she could no longer properly exercise them, and after the last dog had passed, she took on the many feral cats that found their way to her property. She often fed up to 12 cats at a time and managed to get them all altered. At one time, someone even dropped off a cat at her house, knowing she wouldn’t be able to resist. Pat also loved music, learning the piano and guitar, and she loved to sing. Most of all, she loved to cook for people. An invite to a gathering at her house came with the certainty that you would be fed amazing food. She was a tremendous host, even to her family. She wouldn’t hear of you cooking anything, and she always sent you home with more food than would fit in your cooler. Most of all, Pat gave out the best love. She spent one month a year in Mexico building houses with her church group La Casa, for Habitat For Humanity. She taught English bible lessons to Spanish-speaking children at her church. She organized collections of toys, books, and clothing to take down to families in need in Mexico. She also helped with after-school lunches at her church. Pat was preceded in death by her parents, five sisters, and one brother; her first husband, Robert Money, and her second husband, Jack Allison. Pat is survived by a son, Robert J. Money, and his wife Kristi; a much loved former daughter-in-law, Anne Ingalls, and her husband Denny; Stepson David Allison and his wife, Shirley; her grandchildren Christopher Money, Katharine Money, Cher Allison-Helton, Angelique Allison, Alison (Sloan) Hall and Lindsey Sloan, as well as her first great-grandchild, Charlie Hall. She also leaves behind many friends, most of all Mo Connolly and Nancy Campbell, who were by her side until the end. Pat loved family, friends, the outdoors, and getting out and about. She always took care of every person and every animal before herself. One of her favorite things to do was to spend quality time with her family and take care of them. She loved Christmas. She also loved her church community, and had many friends from church who came to visit in her last days. Those who know Pat know that she had an Easter sunrise bonfire every year. This year in April the family is planning another Easter sunrise bonfire at Whispering Springs for anyone who would like to celebrate her life. This will be on the weekend of April 15 and 16. Pat did not want a service or a funeral. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Rogue Valley Humane Society, 429 NW Scenic Drive Grants Pass, OR 97526 541-479-5154 Please share any online condolences or memories you may have by visiting http:// memorialwebsites.legacy.com/patriciaallison/ homepage.aspx. Arther Barry Seckman Nov. 24, 1948 to Feb. 8, 2017 I can remember your friends calling you Art which puzzled me because to your family you were our Barry. So to my brother Barry I’m saying goodbye, not by way of an obitu- ary because formality just wasn’t your style. Instead I’m writing you a letter that I know you would read and laugh and totally get what I’m saying. Barry, thank you and I love you and I will always hold you near. You gave me so much at such an important time of my life, memories all filled with you. Our annual trips to the fair; movie nights at the drive-in; we saw the original animated Jungle Book at Cave Junction’s very own indoor theater. I still see mama cooking while you and I sat at the kitchen table, me hating my home- work and you explaining, in your animated manner, the basics of math to a non-interested child. Watching you try not to lose it because my brain didn’t grasp your conceptual meth- ods. You were the smartest person I knew - my big brother. How many nights did we sit on the front porch, you playing your guitar while we sang mama’s favorite hymns, Donovan’s “Mellow Yellow” or every verse to Bob Dylan’s “The Answer is Blowing in the Wind?” You gave me my first vinyl – the Rolling Stones and The Who - I learned to love music with you; loving the sounds of the guitar; recognizing that slight octave change, always wanting to harmonize because that was the best part of singing any song. I can see you laughing when you would catch me standing on the ottoman, singing my favorite Connie Francis song - I was a star! How cool was it that years later you got in my car and turned up my stereo to hear Sheryl Crow, one of my favorites too. You knew my heart and instead of teaching me the ways of life you tried to protect me like when you took me apple picking and exploring in the flats on the same day our freezer at home was filled with our “pet” chickens. You knew the heart break I would feel regardless of the necessity or reasons behind the massacre - they were my chickens! Those priceless days spent fishing, trips with mama – a cabin at Fish Lake or tent- ing along the Umpqua River. I can see your babies, Jesse and Tempe, when they were so small. Tempe’s beautiful little cheeks and Jesse’s long gorgeous eye lashes. As a toddler, Jesse copied his daddy standing on the river’s edge with his pole, not moving, simply willing that fish to hit his line. Sure it was all about the tranquility of a flowing river, NOT! It was really about catching not just a big fish but the “BIGGEST” fish! You were such a tease, sometimes until I wanted to scream - Always the funny guy in the group making people laugh. I think that’s what I enjoyed the most – you made me laugh. Like you, I love the laughter. I want people to open their mouths wide and laugh from their souls. It makes them feel good and makes me feel better. You and I, we have laughter in common. Thoughts of my childhood are made up of these times with you. Memories of us make up the experiences I share when I speak of my childhood. These are times that helped design who I am; they are a part of me. Thank you Barry for making memories for a spoiled brat little sister. Thank you for sharing your life with me. Not long ago you told me that no mat- ter how much time went between our visits, you wanted me to always know how much you loved me. Then the last time we spoke you asked me if I remembered what you had said and reminded me again, “Always remember how much I love you little sister.” I promise Barry, I will always remember. Barry is survived by his children, Tem- pe Richards and Jesse Seckman; his brother, Terry Hugh Seckman; and his sisters, Luanna June Hancock, Carla Dene Hornung and Re- becca Patton. Arther Barry Seckman I llINoIs V alley F uNeral D Irectors www.since1928Hull.com 541-592-4110 Save the date Tuesdays 5 -7 p.m. Parenting tools, Learning Fun Nights at Ev- ergreen Elementary School, 520 w. River St. CJ For sign-up call Erica at 541-592-3136. food banks. There will be a plant- ing demonstration in those beds along with instructions for growing your own peas. There will also be a free seed give-away while sup- plies last. Stop by and see what the Community Gardens are all about. This year there will be weekly gar- dening instruction available from The Master Gardeners and the I.V. Garden Club to help you learn how to garden and grow your own food. Garden beds are available through the Community Garden Coordina- tor Laura Kupac at 425-445-5337. March 3 March 1 – April 5 Alliance Community Garden Pea Workshop. Friday March 3, 1 p.m. there will be a pea planting workshop at the Alliance Community Gardens (behind the Safehouse Alliance and DMV). The I.V. Garden Club tends two beds in the Community Gardens and donates the produce to the local Workshop Scheduled for Cave Junction~Living Well with Chron- ic Pain, March 1 – April 5. Meets once a week on Wednesdays from 2 – 4:30 p.m. Call for more informa- tion and registration required. Learn new ways to control pain and im- prove activity; learn better ways to talk to your doctor and family about Feb. 24 Free Friday Night Learning at the Siskiyou Field Institute. Bats and White Nose Fungus Feb. 24. at 6:30 p.m. Presented by John Roth, Oregon Caves National Monument Chief of Resource Management. Feb. 28, March 7, 14 and 21 Illinois Valley News Published weekly by W.H. Alltheway, LLC Daniel J. Mancuso, Publisher POSTMASTER: Please send address changes to P.O. Box 1370, Cave Junction, OR 97523 Illinois Valley News is published at 221 S. Redwood Hwy., Cave Junction, OR 97523 Telephone (541) 592-2541 Since 1937 periodicals postage paid at Cave Junction, OR 97523 P.O. Box 1370 USPS 258-820 your health; solve problems and get the support you need. Sign up Now: Call Living Well Southern Oregon 541-864-9611 or Pre-Register on- line at www.sohealthyoregon.org. 10 a.m.- 4 p.m. Special demonstrations daily Saturday and Sunday by the South- ern Oregon Fly Tiers and other ven- dors. April 1 & 2 *The I.V. Senior Thrift Store is under NEW MANAGEMENT and is looking for new volunteers. Join the crew and make new friends. You don’t need to be a senior citizen to join the store. Call us at 541-592- 6630. Open Monday – Saturday, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Continuing Josephine County Fairgrounds and Event Center Home and Recre- ation Show for 2017. Spring is here, and that means two things…Home Improvements and Outdoor Recreation! The Home and Recreation Show at the Josephine County Fair- grounds and Event Center in Grants Pass has something for everyone! Products and services for your home, inside and out, plus RVs, boats and more to help you enjoy the great outdoors. Admission is FREE, so bring the whole family and enjoy all the demonstrations. Gates open Saturday, April 1, 9 a.m. -5 p.m. and Sunday, April 2, SUBSCRIPTION RATES One year in Josephine County - $35 One year in Jackson and Douglas counties - $36 One year in all other Oregon counties and out-of-state - $43.00 Illinois Valley News does not refund subscriptions. Remainder of subscription will be donated to the charity of your choice. *The C.J. Substation hours are changed. Open hours are now Monday and Tuesday, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The phone number for the substation is 541-592-5151. Volunteers are needed to ex- pand support service hours to the public. Applications are avail- able at the substation or on-line at http://www.co.josephine.or.us/ Files/Volunteer%20Application. 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Monthly meetings are first Thurs- day at 6 p.m. at Wild River Pizza, 249 Redwood Hwy. * Committee Meeting STATE OF JEFFERSON Josephine Coun- ty 1st Thursday of each month at 5:30 p.m. Black Forest Restaurant, Grants Pass and 3rd Thursday of each month at 6 p.m., Wild River Pizza in Cave Junction. DEADLINES: News, Classified and Display Ads, Announcement and Letters 4 P.M. FRIDAYS POLICY ON LETTERS: ‘Illinois Valley News’ encour- ages letters to the editor pro- vided they are legible and not libelous or scurrilous. All let- ters must be signed, including name, address and telephone number. The latter need not be published, but will be used to verify authenticity. The ‘News’ reserves the right to edit letters. Letters are used at the discre- tion of the publisher.
