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Page 10 The Skanner April 6, 2016 News World OBITUARY: Edward Lee Holmes cont’d from pg 9 cause they were not authorized to pub- licly discuss the matter before the White House announcement. Researchers fear Zika causes micro- cephaly, a serious birth defect in which a baby’s head is too small, as well as posing other threats to the children of pregnant women infected with it. President Barack Obama has asked for about $1.9 billion in emergency money to fight Zika but the request has stalled in the GOP-controlled Congress. Battle Between Religious Issues and Gay Rights Splits GOP States JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (AP) — Repub- lican lawmakers upset about the Su- preme Court decision legalizing gay marriage have advanced measures in about a dozen states this year that could strengthen protections for those who refuse on religious grounds to provide services to same-sex couples. The bills could benefit court clerks, photographers, florists, bakers, wed- ding-hall operators and others who say gay matrimony goes against their be- liefs. For a party already being torn apart by the presidential contest, the state legislative efforts have exposed deep rifts between the GOP’s social conser- vatives and its pro-business wing. Business leaders worry that such mea- sures will allow discrimination and scare away companies and major events. So far, only a few proposals have be- come law. Those include narrowly tai- lored protections shielding Florida clergy from having to perform same- sex weddings and college religious or- ganizations in Kansas from losing aid. A far more sweeping one was signed into law Tuesday by Mississippi Gov. Phil Bryant, despite objections from some major corporations. It creates a religious shield from government pen- alties for an array of people and orga- nizations, including marriage-license clerks, adoption agencies, counselors and more than a dozen categories of businesses that provide wedding-relat- ed services. It applies not only to those with religious beliefs about gay mar- riage, but also to those who believe that sex outside marriage is wrong and that sexual identity is determined at birth. Life Story, Movie Star Father Lift Poe in Philippines’ Race MANILA, Philippines (AP) — Her life story could have come straight out of a soap opera. As a newborn, Grace Poe was abandoned in a Catholic church and adopted by movie star parents, giv- ing her a powerful narrative and name that have helped catapult her to front-runner in the Philippine presi- dential race. A political newcomer, elected to the Senate just three years ago, Poe has promised to cut taxes, fight crime and offer free kindergarten-to-college edu- cation for the poor. But it is the popu- larity of her late father, regarded as the king of Philippine movies, and her humble beginnings that appeal to the masses in this country where presi- dents have traditionally come from the landed gentry and political elite. The 47-year-old candidate’s cam- paign speeches are peppered with dia- logues from the movies of her late fa- ther Fernando Poe Jr., popularly known as FPJ, who often played roles of an underdog battling powerful oppo- nents to champion the poor and op- pressed. He too ran for president in 2004 but lost amid allegations he was cheated in an election many viewed as marked by fraud. He died months later, unable to carry out his battles off the screen. May 12, 1949 - March 28, 2016 E dividual’s ability dward Lee to succeed and Holmes, loving used his business husband, respect- as a way to support ed business own- that belief. Ed took er, died peacefully in great pride in cre- the early morning ating opportuni- hours on Monday, ties for African March 28, 2016 at his Americans and Gresham, OR home, other minorities. surrounded by family. Ebony Iron Ed was born May 12, Works, Inc was a 1949 in Shreveport, multimillion dol- LA to James Holmes Edward Lee Holmes lar, Black owned, and Eunice Holmes né Caldwell. He was the 7th child, with 6 award winning steel fabrication older brothers and 2 sisters. He company. As President and CEO, Ed leaves behind his loving wife Joy brought in projects that include the Ann Holmes né Millhime, four chil- Rose Quarter, Mariners and Sea- dren, 10 grandchildren, and one hawks Stadiums, PGE Park, Portland International Airport Terminal Ex- great grandchild on the way. Edward graduated from Union pansion, Bonneville Power Admin- High School in Shreveport, LA in istration, and the Flood Walls for the 1967 enlisting in the Army the fol- City of Portland that kept the Willa- lowing year, spending most of 1969 mette River within its banks during as a gunner on a Medical Evacuation the 1996 floods. Ed was once called the “Man of Unit in Vietnam. He flew more than 25 aerial missions over hostile terri- Steel” in a local newspaper article in tory and was presented the Air Med- which he was quoted as saying, “...we can shape our future as we wish it to al of Honor. After passing through the Pacific be.” He shaped not only the success Northwest on his journey home of his own life but the success of from the war, he moved his family to countless others. Ed retired from the steel business Portland, Ore. where he ultimately found work in the steel fabrication in 2008 after purchasing the build- ing that housed it. Through this en- industry. Over the course of 25 years he deavor he continues the legacy of a would work his way up from laborer self-made, savvy businessman, al- through the management ranks. He lowing his children and grandchil- then decided it was time to own his dren continued prosperity. Ed’s story is one of success brought own business. Ebony Iron Works, Inc. employed about by hard work, perseverance, as many as 30 craftsmen and women dedication, leadership, and his gen- from all walks of life. His business uine generosity of spirit. He will be model included creating opportuni- lovingly remember as a loving hus- ties to employ people transitioning band, loyal friend, consummate from difficult circumstances. He did businessman, dedicated father, out- not shy away from hiring those ex- standing grandfather (Papa), and a periencing past prison time, addic- fearless leader in the community. tion, health concerns and other life His legacy lives on in all who had the good fortune of knowing him. struggles. Following an initial private ser- Ebony Iron Works, Inc. was a place where success was guaranteed vice, a memorial/celebration of life through job training, living wages, will be held at a future date. In lieu and the unwavering support of Ed of flowers, send donations to Kaiser Holmes. He had a belief in every in- Permanente Hospice Program. Explore your universe at TheSkanner.com
