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Page 4, Portland Observer, July 27, 1988
RELIGION
by Mattie Ann Callier-Spears
n Monday, July 25th, 1988 at
10:00 a.m., there was a gath
¿i ’ ering of many friends and rela
on< tives who attended the "Home
Going” of one of our community
leaders — Mr. C. Don Vann, Sr.
The service was held at the Van
''ù couver Avenue Baptist Church.
The resolutions and Acknowl
edgements were read by Mrs.
Alice Robinson of Bethel A.M.E.
Church and Mrs. O. B. Williams,
respectively.
Ministers from the community
crowded the pulpit area and spill
ed over into the seats in the
congregation.
Two minute tributes were pre
sented by: Deacon William Odom,
Trustee James Loving, Bishop J.
C. Foster, Dr. T. L. Lewis, Mr. Elray
Scott from Tacoma, Washington,
and E. Shelton Hill. As they
shared their experiences with the
congregation, we the listeners
found that Mr. Vann’s life was one
that contained near defeat, strug
gle. intrigue, and dignity. He lov
ed, cared and he did. He touched
so many people’s lives as he
visited with us for just a little
while.
' CLEODIS “ DON” VANN was
born, March 18, 1911 in Win
chester, Arkansas. At an early
age, his family moved to Mon
ticello, Arkansas where his father
owned and operated a cleaners.
He attended grade school in Mon
ticello and attended Tuskegee In
stitute for one year — but had to
withdraw because of a lack of
funds ... $40.00 to be exact.
He was out — but not "down.”
He found employment not only to
help support the family but for the
mere necessity of survival. He
worked in a lumber yard, as a
levee construction worker, a ditch
digger, a carpenter, a pullman
porter, general c o n s tru c tio n
worker, and a janitor. He toiled 19
years before he could return to
school; but he did.
Mr. Vann served in the United
States Army Air Corp for two
years, during World War II. He
never gave up hope for success
fully completing his education.
Taking advantage of the new G.l.
Bill, he attended St. Louis School
of Embalming, Michigan State
University, Portland State Univer
sity, and Northwest School of
Law.
His drive and ambition was di
rectly related to his feeling of re
sponsibility to his family, the
community he lived in, and the
lives of children (for whom he
O
father had for people in general,
cared for very dearly). Mr. Varin
he will be successful.
was the cottage manager at the
Michigan State Boys Vocational
School, he served two terms as
president of the Portland Urban
League. He was the first Urban
League president to request Dr.
Martin Luther King to come to his
state to speak. After Mr. Vann's
effort, many organizations follow
ed his lead all over the U.S. In May
of 1973, Governor Bob Straub ap
pointed Mr. Vann to the State
Board of Funeral Directors and
Embalmers. The board made and
enforced the rules and regula
tions relating to the practice of
.funeral directing and embalming;
examine applicants for licenses;
established standards of opera
tion for funeral establishments
and inspected such establish
EXPLODING THE MYTHS
ments; hold hearings; conducted
Mr. Vann didn’t believe that to
investigations and revoked and
be "w hite" was right. He believed
suspended licenses.
that the worth of a man lies in
When Mr. Vann came to Port
something other than the color of
land, he was a man driven by a
his skin.
dream. Mr. Vann established,
He wanted to see blacks more
owned, and operated the first and
closely unified in economic ef
the largest black mortuary in the
forts because in unity there is
state of Oregon. He was the first
strength. He said, "When black
black member of the Kiwanis
people say that Black Business
Club, the first black to be on the
men are not worthwhile, they are
Board of Directors of the Cham
running themselves down.” He
ber of Commerce of Portland, and
wanted to see more black youth
he served on the War on Poverty
take advantage of the many train
Committee which led to the
ing opportunities that exist now
Model Cities Program.
in th advancement of technologi
Mr. Vann was a dutiful member
cal and educational skills. He
of the Vancouver Avenue First
strongly believed in education
Baptist Church, a 33rd degree
and youths taking advantage of it.
mason with the Masonic Acacia
He also believed that having a
Lodge, a shriner with the Shriners
dream
and setting it as a goal was
Mina Temple #68.
a key to success.
Mr. Vann was married to Rober
Mr. Vann is survived by his wife
ta Bernetta Vann for 38 years.
Roberta, His son Cleodis Don’
They worked together, travelled
Jr., Clarence Sie, Jr. who was just
together, prayed together, and
like a son to him; Yevette
when he went on to meet his
DeMyers. Rev. Samuel Washing
Maker — Mrs. Vann was right
ton and Charlie Ellis are all
there by his side. His son, Cleodis
cousins
from Michigan. His cou
Don’ Vann, Jr., is now faced with
sins
in
Lansing
were more like
carrying on the dream of his
brothers
and
sisters.
He leaves to
father. Mr. Vann said, "To be suc
mourn
his
passing
3
grandchild
cessful in business, you must
ren
and
a
host
of
relatives
in
first fulfill the needs of the clients
Michigan
(and
throughout
the
with efficiency, courtesy, and first
M idw est) and many, many
class service.” Cleodis, Jr. has a
friends.
big pair of shoes to fill. But, if he
‘TAPS' was played at the grave
continues on with the values and
side
by Thara Memory.
the concern in his heart that his
CITY Summer School ’88 Holds Open
House At King Schoo, - July 25th-28th
Over 30 school children from
Northeast Portland are participat
ing in an academic enrichment
program. The program is de
signed to help children improve
their reading and math skills.
This is the 4th summer session
held by CITY which also operates
a year round program in Portland
Public School District. The pro
gram served over 75 students dur
ing the regular school year from
Humboldt, King, Vernon, Sabin,
Boise-Eliot, and Ockley Green
schools.
Classes are taught by teachers
from Portland and Beaverton
school districts. Each teacher has
an assistant (college students),
who can spend more time with
those students requiring more
attention.
The program operates out of
King school Monday - Thursday
with Fridays open for field trips.
CITY invites the community to
visit the program 10:00 a.m. to
12.00 Noon, Monday, July 25th
-Thursday, July 28th.
For information contact: Dr.
Carl E. Parker - (503) 281 -8596.
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281-7132
Mr. & Mrs. Davis Visit Parents
NA’EEM I. MUHAMMAD
47
May 23, 1941 - July 24, 1988
VERA WOLF
71
November 12, 1916 - July 22, 1988
Funeral services were held on
Tuesday, July 26, 1988 at 10:00
a.m. at the Killingsworth Little
Chapel of the Chimes. The hus
band of Fareeda Muhammad. He
leaves to mourn his loss - 4 sons,
1 daughter, 3 stepdaughters, 2
sisters and host of relatives and
friends. He was a leader of the
Muslim Community of Portland
since 1968. Imem Muhammad
was a founding member of the
Islamic Community of Portland
since 1968. He will be remem
bered for being foremost to stand
in service to Allah, and the com
munity he served. Burial at River
view Cemetery. The Killingsworth
Little Chapel of the Chimes,
funeral directors.
Funeral services were held on
Tuesday, July 26, 1988 at 2:00 p.m.
at the Rose City Cemetery Mauso
leum, under the direction of the
Killingsworth Little Chapel of the
Chimes. The wife of Charles Wolf.
The sister of Wilburn West and
Lela Black. She leaves to mourn
her passing numerous nieces and
nephews. Mrs. Wolf moved to
Portland, in 1946, met Charles
Wolf in 1947 and was married in
1948. They have had 40 beautiful
years of marriage together. En
tombment at the Rose City Ceme
tery. The Killingsworth Little
Chapel of the Chimes, funeral
directors.
PLEAS TAYLOR
85
September 27, 1902 - July 24, 1988
Funeral services will be held at
the Killingsworth Little Chapel of
the Chimes on Wednesday, July
27, 1988 at 11:00 a.m. The hus
band of Nancy Lee Taylor. The
father of Gregory Lee Taylor, Sr.,
Cynthia Taylor, and Cora Engis.
The nephew of Lizzie Joshua. He
leaves to mourn his passing - 5
grandchildren, a host of relatives
and friends. He was a custodial
worker at the VA Hospital. He
came to Portland in 1941. Burial at
the Rose City Cemetery. The Lit
tle Chapel of the Chimes, funeral
directors.
Vacation Bible
School
by Mattie Ann Callier-Spears
Beginning on August 1, the
Mount Olivet Baptist Church will
open its doors for Vacation Bible
School.
The Vacation Bible School will
be in session from Monday to Fri
days at 6:00 p.m. in the evening to
8:30 p.m.
I know that some of you are
wondering, "Why so late in the
day?" Well, the majority of in
dividuals know that traditionally
Bible School is mainly for the
children and it is held in the day
time hours. The Mount Olivet Bi
ble School offers a twist. Vaca
tion Bible School should not
"only” be for children but for
adults as well.
This year’s theme is, “ Serve the
Lord.” The date is August 1st
through August 5th, 1988. Locat
ed at the Mount Olivet Baptist
Church, 116 Northeast Schuyler
and First Avenue.
For more information, call (503)
284-1954, Dr. James Martin,
pastor.
JURISDICTION #I
HEADQUARTER’S CHURCH
GREATER SOLID ROCK C.O.G.I.C.
1705 N.E. DEKUM • PO RTLAND. OR 97211
Phone: (503) 283-1524
PASTOR & BISHOP
The RET. A.R HOPKINS
CHURCHES IN DISTRICT
M c K inney temple
ELDER: E C. SUELL
1737 N.E. ALBERTA ST.
PORTLAND, OR 97211
CHRIST MEMORIAL CHURCH
ELDER: R .L.TATE
1552 N. KILLINGSWORTH ST.
PORTLAND, OR 97217
J. A.D. A.
For More Information Call: 286-9624
SOCIAL ANNOUNCEMENT
Last week, Mrs. Alonzetta
Davis and husband Phillip, breez
ed in from Los Angeles for a shon
visit with her parents, Mr and
Mrs. Alonzo Woods
PORTLAND OBSERVER
■The Eyes and Ears ot the Community
288-0033
A Wealthy Poor Man
I wish I could be wealthy like a L end I see
each day
Although his clothes are shabby m d his h nr is
rather grey
Ke has wealth that people dream ol yet ne could
not show a dime
When you see him there s a m anner ot devotion
all the time
Ail these years he has been buildmg somethinq
greater than gold
And at last he has been granted bom snme god
a pertect soul
Wish I could gain such fortune and his
claim ot
MABEL ELMA LILLIG
96
May 30, 1892 - July 21, 1988
NODOUBI
He tells the w orld ot love and honor
as he dishes pleasure out
I wish I could be wealthy with the smiles he
A Memorial service will be held
on Thursday, July 28, 1988 at 1:00
p.m. at the Killingsworth Little
Chapel of the Chimes. The wife of
Nicholus Lillig who preceeded
her in death in 1950. The mother
of Richard and Everett Lillig; also,
Robert who passed in 1938. The
sister of Pete Houston. She
leaves to mourn her passing - 5
grandchildren and 6 great-grand
children. She was a member of
the Mt. Hood Eastern Star for
60-plus years. She came to Port
land with her husband in 1908. In
ternment at the Riverview Abby.
The Killingsworth Little Chapel of
the Chimes, funeral directors.
freely bears
Wise like him I d like to otte> the good advice
he warmly shaies
There s no mold or pattern to make one
like this triendly man
But a good start is being humble by doing
all the good you can
by Wendell Todd Robinson
The
Church of Jesus Christ
Of The
Latter Day Saints
Located At
2215 N.E. 106th Ave.
Will Conduct A
‘BLOOD DRIVE’
Being Sponsored By The
RED CROSS On
Thursday, July 28, 1988
TO EVERYONE WHO
CAME, SENT FLOWERS,
MAILED A CARD, OR
SPOKE A KIND WORD:
, At 3:00 p.m.-7:30 p.m.
All Donors MUST Be In
Good Health And Over
17-Years Old
We encourage everyone
eligible to participate'
For Further Information:
Call Mr. Lloyd Selzer
Thank you so much for all the kind words
and everything that was done tor and
towards me and my family members. All of
our out-of-town relatives remarked so
positively concerning the manner you (the
community) turned out in support of myself
and Cleodis, during our time of sorrow.
Again, Thank You!’
Mrs. Roberta Vann
(503) 255-6909
MEN IN EARNEST ARE
In Portland
NOT AFRAID OF
287-6334
CONSEQUENCES.”
Marcus Garvey
YOU ARE WELCOME TO WORSHIP AT
84 N.E. Killingsworth • 281-0499
“ A warm spirit of fellowship always”
When People Use Dope
the Community Has No Future or Hope
(Jesus Against Drugs & Alcohol)
Join in With Us in a
March Against Drugs & Gangs
HELP US SAVE OUR COM M UNITY
Saturday, August 13, 1988 - 12:00 Noon
Meet at the U.S. Bank Parking Lot
(Corner of Union & Killingsworth)
Help Us Take a Stand Against Drugs & Gangs in Our
North and Northeast Community
WALK, DRIVE, RUN, WITH US
ALL THE WAY TO ALBERTA PARK
Guest Speakers — Free Drinks and Food
Outreach Ministry of the Christ Memorial Church
Rev. Roy L. Tate
TITUS: (entire book)
FUNERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS
A Man And His Dream!
Mr. Cleodis Don’ Vann, Sr.
SCRIPTURE OF THE WEEK
BETHEL TEM PI E
I SUPT.: A. SHANKLE
1545 SOUTH BROOKLYN AVE.
EUGENE, OR 97403
I ST. LU K I M EM O R IAI
ELDER: L. ADAMS
2700 N.E. SUMNER ST
PO RTLAND, OR 97211
ÌREATER PEAC E
SUPT.: E. WILSON
I 4009 N. MISSOURI ST
PORTLAND, OR 97227
I REE W ILL CHURCH
EOR A l L NATIONS
El DLR: THURMAN HOLMES
I 420 M ARKET ST
Kl A M A T H FA1 I S, OR 97603
W ILL IA M S TEMPLE
ELDER: M. WALKER
241 N.E. HANCOCK
PORTLAND, OR 97212
Tuesday
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Bible Band
Ttmday
“To the Glory o f God"
Choir Rehearsal
The Ark of Safety
Church of God in Christ
Sunday Schon
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Worship
POUNDER The Holiness Preacher Bishop U V Peterson D D Builder Pastor
Tuesday
the Bible says...
Follow peace with
all emn & holiness
without which no
man shall see the
q ib a m
11 15 a rn
Morning Worship
Fnday
Noon Day Prave'
Friday
the Pastor Sneaks
Sakaday
Morning Prayer
Lord
ROOar
Showers ot Blessings
Sundiy Morning
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Statin' KBMS 1480 a m D m
HEBREWS 1214
NAZARENE C.O.G .I.C.
SUPT.: L. DOTSlA
9119 N. DRUM M OND ST
PO RTLAND. OR 97217
LIG H T HOUSE C.O.G .I.C.
ELDER: T. MOORE
1123 N.E. FREMONT
PO RTLAND, OR 97211
CORNERSTONE COMM. CHURC H
SUPT.: B E. JOHNSON
2216 N.E. KILLINGSWORTH ST.
PORTLAND, OR 97211
A lbina M inisterial A lliance
285 0493
\ Public Service of the Portland-Observed
La GRANDE C.O.G .I.C.
ELDER I D. LOWE
1303 T ’ SI REI 1
La GRANDE, OR 97850
SALEM MISSION C.O.G.I.C
SUPT.: A SHANKLE
4308 HILT ROSE ST.
SALEM, OR 97309
Je su s L o ves You!
Allen Temple CME Church
4 2 3 6 N .E . E ig h th A v e n u e
(corner of 8th & Skidmore)
P o rtla n d , O re g o n 9 7 2 1 1
(503)
281-0720
Phillip S. Nelson, Pastor
287-0261
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