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RECORDS Thursday, June 7, 2018 East Oregonian PUBLIC SAFETY LOG OBITUARIES TUESDAY Curtis Eugene Hinkle Sr. 7:27 a.m. - Hermiston police took a report for graffiti at a site on Southwest Sandy Drive. 8:27 a.m. - The Umatilla County Sheriff’s Office took a report for a vehicle that ended up in a ditch at Sagebrush and Bensel roads, Hermiston. 2:11 p.m. - Umatilla police responded to a report of graffiti tagging on Cedar Court. 3:41 p.m. - The Morrow County Sheriff’s Office received a report of a male and female fighting at Highway 207 and Butter Creek Road, Echo. 4:02 p.m. - A caller on Gun Club Lane outside Hermiston complained about a person using a recreational vehicle as a home while also keeping junk cars around the site, plus other broken machinery, chickens and a loose pit bull dog. The caller said they also burn plastic in a barrel at night. 4:06 p.m. - Hermiston police received a complaint about an insect infestation on Southwest Desert Oak Drive. 9:47 p.m. - Youth pulled wires out of a building at the Northwestern Motel & RV Park, 389 Main St., Heppner. ARRESTS, CITATIONS •Milton-Freewater police arrested Marcia Tiscareno, 30, of 608 N.E. Fifth Ave., Milton-Freewater, for first-degree burglary and second-degree theft. •Ronald Patrick Sims, 74, of Pendleton, is back in the Umatilla County Jail following the revocation of his release agreement in a sex crimes case. Sims on May 17 pleaded not guilty to first-degree sexual abuse and public indecency. The Umatilla County District Attorney’s Office has accused Sims of molesting a girl when she was 4 or 5 between Dec. 23, 2006, and Dec. 22, 2010, and of exposing himself to her between Jan. 1 and April 11 this year. Court records show Sims paid 10 percent of his $150,000 bond to get out of jail and agreed to certain conditions to avoid going back before trial, including not being outside his house except from 9-11 a.m. and for doctor appointments. The district attorney’s office on May 29 asked the court to revoke that release after Sims violated that condition on multiple occasions. The victim in the case took a photo in one instance of Sims on his front porch, Pendleton police officer Cass Clark also saw him on the porch and warned him to follow the judge’s order, and Pendleton police detective Howard Bowen on the afternoon of May 29 saw Sims driving, pulled him over and told him the violations could land him in jail. Sims appeared Tuesday in circuit court in Pendleton for a hearing on his release, which Circuit Judge Christopher Brauer revoked. Sims next has a pre-trial conference on June 14. •Umatilla County Sheriff’s Office arrested Linda Jean Phillips, 37, of Weston, for third-degree assault, menacing and attempted unlawful use of weapon. DEATH NOTICES William D. ‘Bill’ Cram Hermiston April 29, 1953 - June 3, 2018 William D. “Bill” Cram, 65, of Hermiston died Sun- day, June 3, 2018, in Heppner. He was born April 29, 1953, in Redmond. An open house celebration of life will be held Saturday, June 16 from noon to 2 p.m. at New Hope Community Church in Hermiston; call the church for more information. Burns Mortuary of Hermiston is in care of arrangements. Sign the online condolence book at burnsmortuaryhermiston.com Judy E. Knopf Milton-Freewater Feb. 6, 1948 - June 5, 2018 Judy E. Knopf, 70, of Milton-Freewater died Tuesday, June 5, 2018, in Walla Walla. She was born Feb. 6, 1948. Munselle-Rhodes Funeral Home in Milton-Freewater is in charge of arrangements. 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Page 5A Hermiston November 15, 1928 - May 31, 2018 Curtis Eugene Hinkle Sr., of Hermiston, Oregon, was born November 15, 1928, in Barnsdall, Oklahoma. Curt was the fifth of nine children born to King Anderson and Katie Bell Hinkle. He was the surviving sibling of his fam- ily and went home peacefully to join our Lord and his heav- enly family on May 31, 2018, in Hermiston. Curt spent his youth in Oklahoma working on the family farm before ventur- ing out on his own at a young age. He spent many years fol- lowing the harvests from Ari- zona to the Dakotas and taking jobs in between so he could send money home to his fam- ily. Looking for a better life, the Hinkle family moved to Wilder, Idaho, to join Katie Bell’s family. Curt later joined them before entering the United States Army. Though his desire was to fight for his country in the Korean War, his leadership potential did not go unno- ticed during basic training in Ft. Carson, Colo. He was sta- tioned at Headquarters Special Troops Command in Ft. Ben- ning, Ga., to train new recruits until his honorable discharge in 1953. Curt was a sergeant with the 30th Infantry Regi- ment Company F. Before leaving for the army, he met Irene Kuck and they wed in 1951. Four chil- dren were born of that mar- riage: Viola Tiegs of Spo- kane, Wash.; Curtis Eugene “Gene” (Kay Lynn) Hinkle Jr. of Boise, Idaho; Sherrill (Rod) Lane Moody of Cottage Lake, Wash.; and Lisa (Tom) Lappe of Dell, Mont. Curt and Irene later parted ways. Curt’s younger family years were spent water ski- ing, fishing and camping, horseback riding with friends and family at various lakes in Idaho as well as road trip vaca- tions touring all the states that he traveled to while working as a young man. While living in Caldwell, Idaho, Curt was a member and active volunteer leader of the Canyon County Mounted Sheriff’s Posse, as well as the Caldwell Rodeo Club. He later joined the Jef- ferson County Mounted Sher- iff’s Posse and the Bonneville County Mounted Sheriff’s Posse while living in Idaho Falls. Curt was never one to brag, but his family, especially his grandkids, now realize the important duties bestowed to “Curt helped me through some him during his time with the of the toughest times of my mounted sheriff’s posse. His life,” “I knew I could always love and passion for horses count on Curt,” “Curt was my was deeply rooted and it boss, my mentor, my friend,” “there are no shoes brought him great big enough to fill joy; his daugh- ter Lisa and fam- Curt’s.” One phrase ily continue to share that explained Curt’s his passion. The last deep knowledge of time Curt rode a his job was “there horse was with her in was the right way, Montana, a time that the wrong way, and Lisa treasures. the Hinkle way.” Curt married Shortly before Barbara Riggan on retirement, Curt March 12, 1977, in developed a passion Idaho Falls, Idaho. for golf. This new Barbara brought adventure may have three kids into the been sparked by the union: Bret Riggan friendly heckling of Salmon, Idaho, Hinkle Sr. he received while Shelly (James) wearing his cow- Allred of Rigby, Idaho, and boy boots with shorts during Bette (Con) Higley of Ken- an Elks golf tournament. But newick, Wash. When asked nonetheless, Curt and Barb how many children he had, took to the greens and in 1985 Curt would proudly say seven they both traded in their cow- and could accurately recite boy boots for golf shoes and all their birthdates. This tra- moved into a townhouse on dition continued to include the Umatilla golf course. Their 14 grandchildren and 20 sliding glass door was always great-grandchildren. open and beverages were Curt and Barb through- always available for the many out their 41 years of marriage friends who would stop in to shared their love for horses and say hello. riding in the posse together, Curt was recognized as a going on trail rides, as well as lifetime member of the Benev- snowmobiling, hunting, camp- olent and Protective Order of ing, fishing, traveling in their the Elks. His love and dedi- motorhome, and lots of golf. cation for the Elks started in Curt started his working Caldwell, Idaho, and remained career with the JR Simplot until his passing. He was the Company in Caldwell, Idaho, exalted ruler of the Hermiston in 1953 at the age of 25. Curt’s Lodge in 1984 and 1985 and leadership abilities and excep- held various chairs through- tional work ethic resulted in out the years. Curt was never plant management positions shy about volunteering, coor- in Caldwell and Idaho Falls dinating and participating in and ultimately brought Curt the Elks’ activities, from fam- and Barbara to Hermiston, ily barbecues, golf tourna- Ore., in 1980 as the produc- ments, Easter services, Moth- tion manager of the Hermiston er’s Day services, the Purple plant. Curt retired in 1987 after Ball and the Elks’ Hoop Shoot, proudly working for Simplot to name a few. One Elks-spon- for 35 years. Curt was given sored activity that was espe- a retirement book comprised cially dear to Curt was the Elks of letters and cards from fel- Meadowood Speech Camp. low workers wishing him well Curt was instrumental in orga- in his retirement. Phrases writ- nizing the Hermiston lodge’s ten in the book included “such sponsored activities benefiting a hardworking man,” “would the camp, and in June 2013 come to check-on things at Curt’s dedication was recog- all hours of the day or night,” nized through the Elks Mead- owood Hall of Fame. Curt was an active out- doorsman and enjoyed spend- ing time with family and friends. He was never a man to sit still for long indoors and was always working on count- less projects, from building a camper to remodeling his home, usually with a good friend by his side. Preparing a meal for his family or friends brought Curt great joy, whether it was his famous chili, salmon on the barbecue,Thanksgiving turkey, or Dutch oven stew up in the hills hunting. Nothing pleased Curt more than help- ing and doing for others. This strong characteristic remained true, even during his last days, worrying about others. Curt didn’t know a stranger, lived life to the fullest and never forgot his humble begin- nings. His greatest pride was his children and their families. His friends, who are many, would probably describe him as a man who would give you the shirt off his back and then buy you a beverage of choice. Curt was also a “wheeler and dealer” and was always on the lookout for a “good deal.” Barb learned to never get too attached to a car or a horse as she knew it wouldn’t be long before Curt would come home with a new one for her. Fulfilling Curt’s wish, a celebration of life will be held in his honor at 2:00 p.m. Sat- urday, June 16, 2018, at the Hermiston Elks Lodge, 480 E. Main St., Hermiston, Ore. Military honors will be given by the American Legion and VFW and a social gathering will follow. In memory of Curtis Hin- kle and in lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Camp Meadowood Springs, P.O. Box 1025, Pendleton, OR 97801 or www.meadowood- springs.org, or to your local Humane Society. Please sign the online con- dolence book at burnsmortua- ryhermiston.com Burns Mortuary of Herm- iston, Oregon, is in care of arrangements. I have the power to create OBITUARY POLICY The East Oregonian publishes paid obituaries. The obituary can include small photos and, for vet- erans, a flag symbol at no charge. Expanded death notices will be published at no charge. These in- clude information about services. Obituaries and notices can be submitted online at www.eastore- gonian.com/obituaryform, by email to obits@eastoregonian.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. BRIEFLY Fun run includes costume contest MISSION — Top finish- ers and the best costume will receive prizes during the Yel- lowhawk Fun Run. There is no fee to enter the event, which begins Sat- urday with registration at 7:30 a.m. at the Yellowhawk Tribal Health Center, 46314 Timíne Way, Mission. In its 36th year, it includes a 10 K run (8 a.m.), a 5K run (8:30 a.m.), and at 9 a.m. a 1-mile walk, run and skip begins. T-shirts will be available for purchase for $5. Breakfast will be served at the July Grounds following the races. In addition, there will be entertainment and raffle prizes. Everyone that registers for the event will receive a raffle ticket. Also, after the races there will be an opportunity to earn another raffle ticket. For more information, call Shoshoni Walker at 541- 240-8436, visit www.yellow- hawk.org or search Facebook. Learning sprouts during SAGE Center activity BOARDMAN — Learn- ing is taking center stage this weekend at the SAGE Center. The SAGE Saturday event, which runs from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., offers free admission and activities for children and their parents. The special activity is a “Pocket Green- house.” Kids can take home a small “portable greenhouse,” which allows them to learn about gardening by watch- ing their seedling sprout and grow. In addition, the Ore- gon Trail Library District’s Ready2Learn program is being featured. The SAGE Center is located at 101 Olson Road, Boardman. The SAGE Center is an interactive visitor’s cen- ter developed by the Port of Morrow. It’s open Sunday through Thursdays from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Friday/ Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. For more information, call 541-481-7243. Helix hosts swim games, potluck HELIX — Swimming, games and kids’ relay events are taking place this week- end at Helix City Park. In addition, people are invited to bring a side dish or dessert to share during the annual community potluck. Helix Community Days kicks off Saturday at 11 a.m. Andrae’s Kitchen food truck of Walla Walla will be at the park all morning offering breakfast fare. The Helix Heart of the Country Fun Run begins with registration at 7 a.m. and the race at 8 a.m. Money raised goes towards renovating the park, which was damaged several years ago by flood- ing. This year’s proceeds will be used to purchase new com- mercial quality pool chairs. Pre-registration is $20 or race day entries are $25. For more information or to regis- ter for the fun run, visit http:// heartofthecountry.itsyour- race.com. You inspire all of us at Pacific Power to provide the most reliable and sustainable energy possible. Every solution we create is to power you, your family, neighborhood and community. Learn how our programs can help you at PoweringGreatness.com. © 2018 Pacifi c Power
