Page 6A RECORDS East Oregonian OBITUARIES UPCOMING SERVICES Ray R. Cummings Gladys Evelyn Marks Albuquerque, N.M. August 17, 1931-November 2, 2015 Hermiston June 6, 1936-November 10, 2015 Ray R. Cummings, State Farm Insurance serving 84, passed away Monday, in Oregon, Washington, November 2, 2015. Born Idaho and New Mexico. August 17, 1931 in Port- His warm smile and land, Oregon, Ray was the charming sense of humor son of Claude and Thelma was infectious. Ray will Cummings. Ray be missed by his was a loving and family, friends and devoted husband, colleagues, whose father, son, brother lives he touched and grandfather. in so many ways. Ray is survived A special thanks by his loving to Ray’s oldest wife of 27 years, and dearest friend, Becky; his children Arthur Teague, who Christine Phifer was always there (Mark), Victoria for Ray and ready Cummings and for the next round Randall Cummings Cummings of golf. (Lyn); stepchildren Ray’s compas- Mark Minhinnick (Tammy) sion and desire to positively and Melissa Minhinnick; inÀuence and enhance the grandchildren Eric, Ryan, lives of children led him Sam, Luke, Tess, Jack, Becca to become a member of and Zack; six great-grand- Kiwanis. He was a charter children; and members member of the Kiwanis of the Berrie, Cummings of the West Side in New and Bishop families. Also, Mexico, where over the years ¿rst cousin Wanda Werth he served as president and and former spouse Evelyn other cabinet positions. Gerkin. Ray is preceded in A memorial service has death by his parents, Claude been held in Albuquerque. and Thelma, and his brother A local celebration of Ray’s Ron. life will be held Saturday, Ray attended Salem November 21, 2015, at 1:00 High School and OCE (now p.m. at First Congregational Western Oregon University) Church, 700 Marion Street where he enjoyed playing N.E., Salem, OR 97301. football and other sports. In Donations in Ray’s honor his early years, he proudly may be made to Kiwanis served as a police of¿cer. of the West Side, P.O. Box Most of his professional 65811, Albuquerque, NM career he was employed with 87193. Saturday, November 14, 2015 Gladys Evelyn Marks, 79, of Hermiston died on Tuesday, Nov. 10, 2015, at the Good Shepherd Medical Center. She was born on June 6, 1936, in Great Falls, Montana, to parents Frank and Mildred Graves Miller. She married Ross A. Marks on October 27, 1956, in Living- ston, Montana. Gladys and Ross moved to Herm- iston in 1976 from Bozeman, Montana. She worked as a waitress at the Buff Marks & Brew restaurant in Hermiston for 22 years. She was a former member of the Eagles Lodge. Some of her hobbies included sewing and knitting. Gladys had a love for animals. She was proceeded in death by her husband Ross A. Marks; grandson Matthew Ross Marks; and parents Frank and Mildred Miller. She is survived by son William Ross Marks and daughter Barbara Jean Waelty, both of Hermiston, Ore.; brothers Thomas Miller of Ennis, Mont., David and Trudy Miller of Townsend, Mont., Dennis and Bev Miller of Herm- iston, Ore., Larry and Colleen Miller of Union, Ore., and Richard and Brenda Miller of Caddo Gap, Ark.; sister Mrs. Edwin (Nora) Kubin of Montrose, Colo.; grandchildren Tye Taylor, Travis Ross McIntyre, Lindsey Dickens, Kelly Dickens and MiKayla Marks; and 22 nieces and nephews. Disposition was by crema- tion. A private family memo- rial will be held at a later date. Please sign the guest book at burnsmortuaryhermiston. com Burns Mortuary of Herm- iston is in care of arrange- ments. OBITUARY POLICY The East Oregonian publishes paid obituaries. The obituary can in- clude small photos and, for veterans, a flag symbol at no charge. Obituaries may be edited for spelling, proper punctuation and style. Expanded death notices will be published at no charge. These include information about services. Obituaries and notices can be submitted online at www.eastoregonian.com/obituaryform, by email to obits@ea- storegonian.com, by fax to 541-276-8314, placed via the funeral home or in person at the East Oregonian office. For more information, call 541-966-0818 or 1-800-522-0255, ext. 221. SATURDAY, NOV. 14 ALLEN, BOB — Funeral service at 10 a.m. at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 850 S.W. 11th St., Hermiston. Burial will follow at 2 p.m. at Grandview Cemetery, La Grande. CONTRERAS, RAY — Memorial services at 1 p.m. at the Ukiah School gymnasium, 201 Hill St. A potluck will follow the services. HATLEY, CHARLENE — Funeral services at 11 a.m. in the chapel at Burns Mortuary, 336 S.W. Dorion Ave., Pend- leton. Interment will follow at Skyview Memorial Park, 70116 S. Highway 395, Pendleton. PETERSON, ALFIE — Memorial service at 11 a.m. at the Union County Fairgrounds, 3604 N. Second Ave., La Grande. SUNDAY, NOV. 15 No services scheduled MONDAY, NOV. 16 No services scheduled TUESDAY, NOV. 17 No services scheduled MEETINGS MONDAY, NOV. 16 WEST EXTENSION IRRIGA- TION DISTRICT, 9 a.m., Irrigon Fire Department, 705 N.E. Main St. (541-922-3814). WESTLAND IRRIGATION DISTRICT, 1 p.m., district of¿ce, 77096 Highway 207, Echo. ECHO SCHOOL DISTRICT, 6 p.m., Echo School, 600 Gerone St. UMATILLA-MORROW HEAD START, 6:30-8:30 p.m., 110 N.E. Fourth St., Hermiston. (Leanna 541-564-6878). HELIX CITY COUNCIL, 7 p.m., Helix City Hall, 119 Colum- bia St. PENDLETON YOUTH COM- MISSION, 7 p.m., Intermountain ESD of¿ce, 2001 S.W. Nye Ave. TUESDAY, NOV. 17 PENDLETON TRANSPOR- TATION COMMITTEE, 10 a.m., Pendleton City Hall administra- tive conference room, 501 S.W. Emigrant Ave. COMING EVENTS SATURDAY, NOV. 14 ALL-YOU-CAN-EAT BREAK- FAST AND FLEA MARKET, 7 a.m. to 4 p.m., Columbia Grange, 32339 Diagonal Road, Hermis- ton. Breakfast costs $6, 7-10 a.m. Vendors offering holiday gifts and crafts through 4 p.m. (Tom 541-567-9742 or Doris 541-567- 8663). LIL BUCKS OPEN GYM, 8:30- 9:30 a.m., Pendleton Recreation Center, 510 S.W. Dorion Ave. For students in ¿rst and second grade and parents/guardians. Free bas- ketball skills and pickup games. PARKING LOT SALE, 8:30-11 a.m., Agape House, 500 W. Harp- er Road, Hermiston. Clothing three for $1, furniture as marked and knick-knacks you name the price. Donations accepted. (541- 567-8774). AARP SMART DRIVER CLASS, 8:45 a.m. to 4 p.m., St. Anthony Hospital, 2801 St. An- thony Way, Pendleton. Geared toward older adults, but all li- censed drivers welcome. Costs $15 for AARP members, $20 for non-members. Lunch break is on your own. (Nikii Murtaugh 541- 861-0024). AUTUMN BAZAAR, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., McKay Creek Estates, 1601 Southgate Place, Pendleton. Lots of vendors and handmade items. Free admission. Proceeds bene- ¿t Relay for Life. (Gert Hawthorne 541-215-9767). IONE AMERICAN LEGION HOLIDAY BAZAAR, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Ione Legion Hall, 325 W. Second St. Breakfast, coffee and hot chocolate will be available for purchase from 8-10 a.m., soup, roll and dessert from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. EAGLES CRAFT BAZAAR, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Pendleton Eagles Lodge, 428 S. Main St. Vendor ta- bles available for $15. Proceeds bene¿t the 2regon Autism Soci- ety. (541-969-7783). FALL FESTIVAL AND QUILT SHOW, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Stan¿eld Community Center, 225 W. Roo- sevelt St. Great ¿nds and craft vendors, quilt display and more. Taco soup lunch will be available for purchase. Free admission. (Cheryl Tucker 541-571-6019). LEXINGTON GRANGE HOL- IDAY BAZAAR, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., 66296 Marquardt Road, Lexing- ton. WOMAN’S DAY WORKOUT AND VENDOR SHOW, 9 a.m., Higher Power Fitness Studio, 1055 S. Highway 395, Suite 202, Hermiston. Women can enjoy a kick-boxing workout at 9 a.m. followed by fashion, food, friends and fun from 12 noon to 4 p.m. with health and beauty vendors and more. Free. Donations of gently used clothing, coats and shoes will bene¿t the local wom- en’s shelter. (541-289-5483) FREE FOR ALL, 9:30-10:15 a.m. Pendleton Center for the Arts, 214 N. Main St., Pendleton. Family art experience for children up to age 12. Children under 8 should be accompanied by an adult. (541-278-9201). HOLIDAY BAZAAR, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Hermiston Elks Lodge, 480 E. Main St. Lunch of chili, cornbread and soda will be avail- able for purchase. Vendor tables available for $10. (Teresa Mon- crief 541-564-0887). SAGE SATURDAY, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., SAGE Center, 101 2lson Road, Boardman. Learn about corn science and enjoy a free bag of popcorn. Free admission. (541-481-7243). HIP & HANDMADE, 11 a.m. to noon, Pendleton Center for the Arts, 214 N. Main St., Pendleton. Free drop-in art project class for adults. (541-278-9201). SATURDAY CRAFT TIME, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Hermiston Public Library, 235 E. Gladys Ave. Enjoy craft projects for children ages 5th grade and younger. Free. HERITAGE LUNCHEON, 12 noon to 2 p.m., Pendleton Con- vention Center, 1601 Westgate. Becky Waggoner presents “Hap- py Canyon Celebrates Its Cen- tennial.” Tickets are $40 for Uma- tilla County Historical Society members, $50 for non-members, reservations requested. (541- 276-0012). COUNTRY HOEDOWN, 1-4 p.m., Milton-Freewater Neighbor- hood Senior Center, 311 N. Main St. Live music, dancing and sing- ing. Admission $2, refreshments available for purchase. (541-938- 3311). AMELIA DIAZ ETTINGER BOOK SIGNING, 2 p.m., Armchair interested in becoming a home- care worker (helping seniors or disabled people in their homes) or a personal support worker (helping children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities inside or outside the home) are encouraged to attend. Free, but registration is request- ed. (http://recruitmentevent11-16. eventbrite.com) WALKING FOR WELLNESS, 8:30-9:30 a.m., Pendleton Rec- reation Center, 510 S.W. Dorion Ave. (541-276-8100). PRESCHOOL STORY TIME, IMAC ANNUAL MEETING AND SPAGHETTI DINNER, 5:30 p.m., 10:30 a.m., Athena Public Library, 418 E. Main St. For ages birth to 6. (541-566-2470). TOT TIME, 10-11 a.m., Pend- leton Recreation Center, 510 S.W. Dorion Ave. For children ages 0-5. Costs $1 per child. (541-276-8100). “BRIGHTON BEACH MEM- OIRS,” 7 p.m., Blue Mountain Senior Center, 510 S.W. 10th St. Costs $3.50 or $6 for those under 60. Pool, puzzles, crafts, snacks, Second Time Around thrift store 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. For Meals 2n Wheels, call 541-276-1926. (541- 276-7101). Books, 39 S.W. Dorion Ave., Pendleton. Author also will read from her debut book of poetry, “Speaking at a Time,” which is in English and Spanish. (541-276- 7323). Skinny Bull Museum, 230 S. First St., Irrigon. Dinner is $6 per per- son. Proceeds bene¿t the Irrigon Multicultural Arts Center project. (Donna 541-922-3197, Peggy 541-567-3806 or Shirley 541- 922-2488). Community College Bob Clapp Theatre, 2411 N.W. Carden Ave., Pendleton. Neal Simon’s heart- warming comedy. Some mature subject matter and language may not be suitable for children. Cost is $10 for adults, $5 for children over 3 and students of all ages at the box of¿ce or by calling 541- 278-5953. SUNDAY, NOV. 15 PAUL GORHAM MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP BREAKFAST, 8 a.m. to noon, Pendleton Masonic Lodge No. 52, 1350 N.W. Carden Ave. Costs $6 for adults and $4 for ages 6-12. Call-in orders wel- come. (541-276-3760). SPECIAL NEEDS OPEN GYM, 12 noon to 1:30 p.m., Pend- leton Recreation Center, 510 S.W. Dorion Ave. Free for spe- cial needs children and families. (541-276-8100). “BRIGHTON BEACH MEM- OIRS,” 2 p.m., Blue Mountain Community College Bob Clapp Theatre, 2411 N.W. Carden Ave., Pendleton. Neal Simon’s heart- warming comedy. Some mature subject matter and language may not be suitable for children. Cost is $10 for adults, $5 for children over 3 and students of all ages, available at the box of¿ce or by calling 541-278-5953. KBLU-FM CITIZENS ADVI- SORY GROUP, 3 p.m., Bowman Building Suite 352, 17 S.W. Frazer Ave., Pendleton. Share ideas on format of Pendleton ar- ea’s newest radio station. (Vicki 541-566-2744 or Gary 541-566- 0131). WILLOW CREEK SYMPHONY CONCERT, 4 p.m., Riverside High School, 210 Boardman Ave., Boardman. Program includes Beethoven’s “Larghetto from Symphony No. 2,” “The Halls of Ivy,” “French Masters Suite” and “Hot Staccato.” A reception will follow the performance. Free admission, but donations are accepted. (Salli Ketchersid 541- 314-5833). ADULT OPEN GYM, 6:30-7:30 p.m., Pendleton Recreation Cen- ter, 510 S.W. Dorion Ave. Free access for ages 16 and up. (541- 276-8100). MONDAY, NOV. 16 ADULT OPEN GYM, 6-7 a.m., Pendleton Recreation Center, 510 S.W. Dorion Ave. Half-court basketball for adults. (541-276- 8100). COFFEE AND CONVERSA- TION WITH CHUCK WOOD, 7-8:30 a.m., Bucking Bean, 405 N.W. Despain Ave., Pendleton. Share thoughts with Ward 2 council- man. (541-310-7306 or Chuck. wood@ci.pendleton.or.us). HOMECARE AND PERSONAL SUPPORT WORKER RECRUIT- MENT EVENT, 8 a.m. to noon, Best Western Inn, 2255 S. High- way 395, Hermiston. People PENDLETON SENIOR MEAL SERVICE, 12 noon, Pendleton HOMECARE AND PERSONAL SUPPORT WORKER RECRUIT- MENT EVENT, 8 a.m. to noon, Best Western Inn, 2255 S. High- way 395, Hermiston. People interested in becoming a home- care worker (helping seniors or disabled people in their homes) or a personal support worker (helping children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities inside or outside the home) are encouraged to attend. Free, but registration is request- ed. (http://recruitmentevent11-16. eventbrite.com) ART STUDIO, 4:00-5:30 p.m. Pendleton Center for the Arts, 214 N. Main St. Free class for ages 7-12 to develop skills and encourage art exploration. (541- 278-9201). TEEN ADVISORY COUNCIL, 4 p.m., Hermiston Public Library, 235 E. Gladys Ave. DINNER WITH FRIENDS FUNDRAISER, 5:30 p.m. no-host cocktails and mini auction begins, 6:30 p.m. dinner served, Virgil’s at Cimmiyotti’s, 137 S. Main St., Pendleton. 10-course tasting menu featuring signature dishes from Virgil’s staff and Pendleton Center for the Arts board mem- bers. Tickets are $40 or $75 per couple, available at the Arts Cen- ter. Supports Arts Center.(541- 278-9201 or director@pendlet- onarts.org). ATHENA KNITTERS GROUP, 7 p.m., Athena Public Library, 418 E. Main St. 2pen to all knitters, crocheters and lovers of needle work. (541-566-2470). TUESDAY, NOV. 17 TERRIFICALLY FREE TUES- DAY, all day, Children’s Museum of Eastern Oregon, 400 S. Main St., Pendleton. (541-276-1066). ADULT OPEN GYM, 6-7 a.m., Pendleton Recreation Center, 510 S.W. Dorion Ave. Half-court basketball for adults.(541-276- 8100). HOMECARE AND PERSONAL SUPPORT WORKER RECRUIT- MENT EVENT, 8 a.m. to noon, Pendleton Center for the Arts, 214 N. Main St., Pendleton. People interested in becoming a home- care worker (helping seniors or disabled people in their homes) or a personal support worker (helping children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities inside or outside the home) are encouraged to attend. Free, but registration is request- ed. (http://recruitmentevent11-17. eventbrite.com) WALKING FOR WELLNESS, 8:30-9:30 a.m., Pendleton Rec- reation Center, 510 S.W. Dorion Ave. (541-276-8100). JUNGLE STORY TIME, 10 a.m. to noon, Children’s Museum of Eastern 2regon, 400 S. Main St., Pendleton. Free with paid admis- sion. (541-276-1066). PRESCHOOL STORY TIME, care worker (helping seniors or disabled people in their homes) or a personal support worker (helping children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities inside or outside the home) are encouraged to attend. Free, but registration is request- ed. (http://recruitmentevent11-17. eventbrite.com) TAI CHI FOR BETTER BAL- ANCE, 1:30-2:30 p.m., Hermiston Senior Center, 435 W. 2rchard Ave. (Mickey 541-922-5580 or Helena 541-564-5443). CRAFTERNOONS, 4 p.m., Pendleton Public Library, 502 S.W. Dorion Ave. Drop in for a craft project — sometimes a group effort, sometimes individu- al projects. (541-966-0380). DIY @ THE LIBRARY, 6-7 p.m., Pendleton Public Library meet- ing room, 502 S.W. Dorion Ave. Make your own Christmas cards. Free, but registration required. (541-966-0380). PENDLETON KNITTING GROUP, 6 p.m., Prodigal Son Brewery & Pub, 230 S.E. Court Ave. (541-966-0380). PENDLETON EAGLES BINGO, 6:30-9 p.m., Pendleton Eagles Lodge No. 28, 428 S. Main St. (541-278-2828). STORY AND CRAFT TIME, 6:30 p.m., Milton-Freewater Pub- lic Library, 8 S.W. Eighth Ave. For elementary school-age children. (Lili Schmidt 541-938-8247) HERMISTON EAGLES BINGO, 10:30-11 a.m., Stan¿eld Public Library, 180 W. Coe Ave. (541- 449-1254). 7 p.m., Hermiston Eagles Lodge, 160 N.W. Second St. (541-806- 4553). BOARDMAN SENIOR MEAL SERVICE, 12 noon, Boardman PENDLETON BABE RUTH ANNUAL MEETING, 7 p.m., Hod- Senior Center, 100 Tatone St. Costs $4 for seniors 55 or $5 for adults. (541-481-3257). HERMISTON SENIOR MEAL SERVICE, 12 noon, Hermiston Senior Center, 435 W. 2rchard Ave. Costs $4 or free for chil- dren under 10. Extra 50 cents for utensils/dishes. Meals on Wheels available. Transportation arranged by donation. (541-567- 3582). PENDLETON SENIOR MEAL SERVICE, 12 noon, Pendleton Senior Center, 510 S.W. 10th St. Costs $3.50 or $6 for those under 60. Pool, puzzles, crafts, snacks, Second Time Around thrift store 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. For Meals 2n Wheels, call 541-276-1926. (541- 276-7101). HOMECARE AND PERSONAL SUPPORT WORKER RECRUIT- MENT EVENT, 8 a.m. to noon, Pendleton Center for the Arts, 214 N. Main St., Pendleton. People interested in becoming a home- FREE FRIDAY MEDICARE MADNESS Medicare Open Enrollment Oct. 15 - Dec. 7 Join us for this FREE event! FREE Medicare Counseling & Information from trained SHIBA volunteers. Nov. 13 & 20, Dec. 4 9:00am - 1:00pm GSMC conference rooms 5 & 6 (by the GS Cafeteria) *Bring a list of all the medications you take. For information call (541) 667-3507 or email shiba@gshealth.org gen Distributing hospitality room, 4340 Westgate, Pendleton. Any- one interested in coaching or serving on the board, or just pro- viding input on Babe Ruth base- ball, is encouraged to attend. (Neal Simpson 541-379-2743). TERRIFIC TUESDAY, 7 p.m., Heritage Station Museum, 108 S.W. Frazer Ave., Pendleton. Garnet 2lson will share about the Basque inÀuence in Umatilla County. Free admission. (541- 276-0012). ATHENA CEMETERY DIS- TRICT, 5:30 p.m., Athena City Hall, 215 S. Third St. IRRIGON CITY COUNCIL, 6 p.m., Irrigon City Hall, 500 N.E. Main St. UMATILLA COUNTY SOIL & WATER CONSERVATION DIS- TRICT, 6 p.m., SWCD confer- ence room, 200 S.E. Hailey Ave., Pendleton. EAST UMATILLA COUN- TY HEALTH DISTRICT, 7 p.m., district of¿ce, 431 E. Main St., Athena. PENDLETON DEVELOP- MENT COMMISSION, 6 p.m., Pendleton City Hall council chambers, 501 S.W. Emigrant Ave. PENDLETON CITY COUN- CIL, 7 p.m., Pendleton City Hall council chambers, 501 S.W. Em- igrant Ave. PILOT ROCK CITY COUN- CIL, 7 p.m., Pilot Rock City Hall council chambers, 143 W. Main St.. Tax program seeks volunteers The AARP Tax-aide program is seeing volunteers to assist with providing free tax preparation in Umatilla and Morrow counties. All necessary training and equipment will be provided to volunteers. 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