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RECORDS
East Oregonian
Umatilla County Sheriff ’s Offi ce
WARRANTS
Saturday, March 27, 2021
Christian Alan Acosta
Age: 27 Sex: M
Charge: Failure to appear (FTA):
Felon in possession of weapon, false
info to police
Bail: $40,000
Last known location: Pasco, WA
Blake Paul Belveal
Age: 27 Sex: M
Charge: FTA: Assault IV, harassment
Bail: $500,000
Last known location: Milton-Freewa-
ter, OR
Dylan Lance Cantrell
Age: 18 Sex: M
Charge: FTA: Possession of stolen
vehicle, criminal mischief
Bail: $100,000
Last known location: Pendleton, OR
Devin Lindsey Christensen
Age: 30 Sex: M
Charge: FTA: Fleeing/or attempting
to elude police (x2)
Bail: $40,000
Last known location: Irrigon, OR
Cindy Lee Fisher
Age: 33 Sex: F
Charge: Parole violation (PV): Failure
to appear I
Bail: No bail
Last known location: Hermiston, OR
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Emily Rose Irwin
Age: 28 Sex: F
Charge: FTA: Theft II
Bail: $5,000
Last known location: La Grande, OR
Dylan Michael Ostrom
Age: 24 Sex: M
Charge: Contempt of court
Bail: $20,000
Last known location: Stanfi eld, OR
James Alfred Porter
Age: 55 Sex: M
Charge: FTA: Possession of metham-
phetamine
Bail: $10,000
Last known location: Benton City,
WA
Oscar T. Queahpama
Age: 38 Sex: M
Charge: PV: Driving under infl uence
of intoxicants
Bail: No bail
Last known location: Warm Springs,
OR
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Luke Darwin Tillman
Age: 31 Sex: M
Charge: Theft II
Bail: $5,000
Last known location: Puyallup, WA
Warrants on the above persons were active at the time
the list was created, however wanted status is subject to
change at anytime.
If whereabouts are known, please report immediately to
law enforcement by calling our 24 hours dispatch center at
541-966-3651 or by calling 911 if an emergency.
PUBLIC SAFETY
WEDNESDAY
8:17 a.m. — Police responded to a report of the unautho-
rized use of a motor vehicle at the intersection of Klickitat Street
and Umatilla Avenue in Umatilla.
3:57 p.m. — Police responded to a reported hit and run at
Pilot Truck Stop on South Highway 395 in Stanfi eld.
THURSDAY
9:58 a.m. — Police responded to a reported burglary on
Homestead Lane in Boardman.
12:33 p.m. — Police responded to a reported assault at Life-
ways on Willamette Avenue in Umatilla.
Saturday, March 27, 2021
OBITUARIES
Edwin James Gill
John Allen Hinz
Arlington
April 20, 1928 — March 9, 2021
Hermiston
September 26, 1970 — January 5, 2021
Edwin James Gill, 92, member of the Elks Lodge
of Arlington died Tuesday, where he served as chaplain
March 9, 2021, at Mid-Co- for several years.
lumbia Medical Center in The
While living in Arlington,
Dalles. A memorial graveside he enjoyed playing golf, his
service will be held
involvement in the
on Saturday, March
United Methodist
27, 2021, at 11 a.m.,
Church, being an
at the Arlington
Arizona snowbird
Cemetery.
and spending time
He was born
with friends and
family.
at Independence,
Missouri, on April
Ed is survived
20, 1928, the son
by his wife, Lois
of William Arthur
Hutson-Gill; son,
and Vella Marie
Randy Gill; step-
Gill
sons, Phil Hutson,
Humphreys Gill.
Steven Anderson,
He was raised at
Hopkins, Missouri where he David Anderson; stepdaugh-
attended school and graduated ter, Linda Creager; grandchil-
from high school.
dren, and great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death
In 1953, Ed moved to Flor-
ence, Oregon, and began by his wife, Shirley Gill;
working at a grocery store, he sisters, Anna Marie Florea,
later became manager of that Len Mae Wray; brothers,
store. In 1961, he went to work William Gill, Robert Gill,
for Kraft Foods as a salesman, George Gill.
working there until 1987 when
Memorial contributions
he moved to Arlington work- may be made to the Arlington
ing at the landfi ll for a few United Methodist Church,
years. Ed remained in Arling- PO Box 417, Arlington, OR
ton until 2020 when he moved 97812.
to The Dalles.
Sweeney Mortuary of
Ed served as mayor of Condon is in care of arrange-
Scio, Oregon, and served on ments. You may sign the
the Arlington Health Clinic online condolence book at
board. He was a lifelong www.sweeneymortuary.com.
John Allen Hinz, 50, of Gina; children, Callie and
Hermiston, Oregon, passed (Kenny) Bradshaw, Chase, and
unexpectedly on January 5, Kira; parents, Walt (Nancy)
2021. With a fi nal joke for the Hinz, Sharen Peine Hinz; his
doctors, God welcomed him siblings, Stacey Hinz, Richard
home.
(Gina) Hinz, Teresa
Born Septem-
(Al) Hannon, and
Teena (Mark) Grif-
ber 26, 1970, to
Walter Vernon and
fin, who he could
Sharen Peine Hinz.
never get enough
He grew up in Irri-
time with. Laugh-
gon, Oregon, where
ter, fun, and great
he graduated in
times were always
part of their adven-
1988 from River-
tures. John’s nieces
side High School.
and nephews were
After graduation,
Hinz
a source of love and
John stayed local
pride for him, Rich-
working the last
16 years as a Crane operator/ ard, Ryan, Caitlyn, Travis,
Tankerman at Tidewater Barge Garret, Chianne and Cierra.
lines Inc. John was a company Tori, who called him Uncle
prankster. (Hopefully, popsi- Daddy (he was humbled by
cle delivery will continue by this endearment). He loved his
another big-hearted delivery great nieces and nephews. His
driver).
love lives on in every heart and
In 2006, John chose and picture with them. His second
married Gina and began his family, The Coff man’s, along
own family. His children with large extended family.
Callie, Chase and Kira, were
Preceded in death by
shown incredible love. He brother, Mark J. Hinz; niece,
loved his shadows. He was Chianne Gaede; and both sets
always the Dad he did not have of grandparents, Otto and
to be. Being a Dad made him Connie Hinz, and John and
an amazing man. He added to Dorothy Peine.
his pack of children he loved
John’s sister is hosting
and called his own as their graveside services at 11 a.m.
bonus Dad, Mason, Jarin, Saturday April 3, 2021, at the
Laney, Natalie, Allana and Echo Memorial Cemetery, in
Allison.
Echo, Oregon. A celebration
John was one of a kind with of life with refreshments will
a brilliant warm smile and kind follow at his mother’s home in
loving heart. He loved boat- Irrigon.
ing, snowmobiling, motorcy-
Gina, Callie, Kenny,
cle rides, feet in the sand, the Chase and Kira will host a
sun, good music, hanging at memorial in June when the
the river, family and friends, weather warms. We will be in
sharing that infectious smile, touch with family and friends
and draining a tall cold one. regarding arrangements.
He joked/bragged about being
No contributions: Please do
everyone’s favorite.
a kind deed, give a (John smile)
He leaves behind his wife, you never know who needs it.
Laura Janice ‘Jan’ Mills
Pendleton/Colville
January 2, 1930 — March 4, 2021
Laura Janice “Jan” Mills ton, Oregon, where they had
passed away peacefully on a ranch just outside of Rieth,
March 4, 2021, in Colville, and transferred membership to
Washington, with her loving the First Christian Church of
sister and niece beside her. Pendleton. Here, Jan discov-
ered a love of the
She was born on
January 2, 1930, in
rodeo. She and Jim
Bismarck, North
joined the Main
Dakota to Erwin
Street Cowboys,
and Miriam (Chase)
where she was part
Hannemann.
of the auxiliary
Jan’s parents
“Side Saddlers”,
worked for a rail-
serving the Pend-
road company, so
leton Round-Up.
the little family
She was proud to
“rode the rails” for
receive a trophy for
a few years before
Mills
“Side Saddler of the
Year” in 1988. She
settling in the
Palouse Country of Washing- was also a wife/member of the
ton State, where the family VFW Let’er Buck Post 922,
farmed and had two more chil- and the White Eagles Grange.
dren, JoAnn and “Bud.” The
Jan was a “cat lady” and
Hannemanns later moved to usually had one or more in
Litchfi eld, Minnesota, where the house being hand-raised
Jan attended and graduated for one reason or another, but
from Litchfi eld High School her delight was her grandchil-
with the class of 1948.
dren, and later, great-grand-
She met Floyd K. “Jim” children, often having them
Mills and the two exchanged for extended stays in her
marriage vows on May 14, home. Jan was fun-loving,
1949, in Litchfi eld. The couple with a quiet quick wit. She was
farmed in Eden Valley, Minne- outgoing and loved to “fuss”
sota, where they welcomed over people, making them feel
two children, Pam in 1951, special. She enjoyed hosting
and Dan in 1953. Jan’s cook- friends and family, and serv-
ing skills were challenged ing her community.
and perfected when cooking,
After 66 years of marriage,
not only for her family, but Jim passed away in 2015. Jan
a threshing crew that could was able to stay at the ranch
number fourteen hungry men. until 2018, at which time she
For enjoyment, she and Jim went to live with her sister,
went to local square dances.
JoAnn, in Evans, Washington,
In 1962, the Mills moved where she lived the remainder
to Renton, Washington, where of her life. Jan kept in touch
they fi nished raising their chil- with friends and family until
dren and were active members she went home to her Lord and
of the Christian Church in Savior.
The family is planning
Issaquah. Jan was a crafter
and was the woman in charge a memorial in Pendleton,
of crafts at VBS. She sewed, Oregon, sometime in July.
painted, and decorated cakes, Please visit the online memo-
making cakes for special occa- rial and sign her guestbook at
sions, including weddings, for www.danekasfuneralchapel.
com. Danekas Funeral Chapel
family and friends.
Jan and Jim would move & Crematory have been
one more time, to Pendle- entrusted in her care.
LOTTERY
Wednesday, March 24,
2021
Megabucks
6-22-24-41-44-47
Estimated jackpot: $3.6
million
Lucky Lines
4-7-12-13-20-21-28-30
Estimated jackpot: $51,000
Powerball
4-9-17-27-38
Powerball: 18
Power Play: 2x
Estimated jackpot: $238
million
Win for Life
7-29-42-48
Pick 4
1 p.m.: 6-0-8-1
4 p.m.: 5-5-6-8
7 p.m.: 5-7-2-3
10 p.m.: 1-6-5-2
Thursday, March 25, 2021
Lucky Lines
3-7-9-15-17-22-25-31
Estimated jackpot: $52,000
Pick 4
1 p.m.: 1-7-0-1
4 p.m.: 4-3-3-8
7 p.m.: 6-2-3-6
10 p.m.: 7-2-8-7
Friday, March 26, 2021
Pick 4
1 p.m.: 7-2-5-3
Pendleton
July 6, 1954 — March 25, 2021
Steven Jeffrey Williams School in Salem, Oregon.
was born July 6, 1954, to He received certifi cation as a
Donald Bruce Williams and Mason. He was a traditional
Antoinette Conner Williams dancer, drummer, and singer.
in Pendleton, Oregon.
His work history included
He was the
bei ng a f i re -
seventh born of
fi ghter, fi sherman,
nine children. His
and construction
worker. He enjoyed
siblings included,
sharing his quick
Sue Lovejoy, JT
wit with all his
Williams, David
Williams, and Lisa
nephews and nieces.
Williams. He was
He was a storyteller,
did magic tricks,
preceded in death
by parents, Donald
played harmon-
B. Williams and
ica, demonstrated
Williams
his hacky sack and
A ntoi net te C.
card playing skills.
Williams; sisters,
Deanna Williams and Sara A dedicated Trailblazer and
Surface; and brothers, Bruce Chiefs fan. An early riser and
Anthony Williams and Donald always a step ahead in getting
Barry Williams.
to the yard sales.
He was uncle to many
He was such a loving
nephews and nieces, Jesse person. Easy to talk to and had
Minthorn, Tayts Scott, so many stories to share. So
Donald Scott and Nancy many memories left of going
Turner (deceased); nephew/ to Uncle Steve’s place. He will
brother, Tony Surface; CJ be greatly missed.
Wheeler, Lexi Wheeler-Pate,
A family Dressing Cere-
Paul Wheeler and Neil mony was held at 10 a.m. on
Wheeler. Loretta Williams, Friday, March 26, 2021, at
Crayton Williams, Tashina Pendleton Pioneer Chapel,
Williams. Robin Minthorn, Folsom-Bishop. On Satur-
Eagle Williams and Ollocut day, March 27, at 9:30 a.m.
Williams. Cameron Shawl, there will be a funeral proces-
Joel Mayoral, Luis Mayoral sion from the funeral home to
and Shanae Williams.
Olney Cemetery for a 10 a.m.
Steve enjoyed going to graveside service.
Washat services and visiting
Share online condolences
with friends and relatives. He with the family at www.
attended Chemawa Indian pioneerchapel.com.
OBITUARY POLICY
ARRESTS, CITATIONS
The Umatilla Tribal Police arrested James Brian Halfmoon
Jr., 23, on seven counts, including resisting arrest, dangerous
drugs, attempting to elude/fl ee law enforcement, reckless driv-
ing, criminal activity in drugs, driving with a suspended license,
and violating parole.
The Umatilla Tribal Police arrested Sarah Ann Pierre, 42, on
two felony counts, including one count of dangerous drugs and
one count of criminal activity in drugs.
The Pendleton Police Department arrested Nina Nicole
Madrigal, 26, on four counts of failing to appear in court and
one count of contempt of court.
Steven Jeff rey Williams
DEATH NOTICES
Michael M. ‘Mike’ Anderson
Umatilla
Feb. 17, 1952 — March 23, 2021
Michael M. “Mike” Anderson, 69, of Umatilla died Tues-
day, March 23, 2021, in Richland, Washington. He was born
Feb. 17, 1952. Arrangements are pending with Burns Mortu-
ary of Hermiston. Please share memories of Mike with his
family at www.burnsmortuaryhermiston.com.
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William J. ‘Bill’ Herndon
Athena
Feb. 14, 1947 — March 23, 2021
Thank You
William J. ‘Bill’ Herndon, 74, of Athena died Tuesday,
March 23, 2021, at Providence St. Mary Medical Center in
Walla Walla. He was born Feb. 14, 1947. Arrangements are
with Munselle-Rhodes Funeral Home of Milton-Freewater.
The family of Jerry Sobotta would like to
extend our deepest gratitude to all those
who knew and loved him.
Rex K. Huesties
Pilot Rock
Nov. 14, 1947 — March 24, 2021
Rex K. Huesties 73, of Pilot Rock died Wednesday, March 24,
2021, at a local care facility. He was born Nov. 14, 1947, in Toppe-
nish, Washington. Services were held Friday, March 26, 2021, at
9 a.m. at Burns Mortuary of Pendleton, with burial following at
Pond Cemetery. Arrangements are with Burns Mortuary of Pend-
leton. Sign the online guestbook at www.burnmortuary.com.
Thank you for the thoughts and prayers, the cards and
flowers, the visits, the amazing food, and the
love and support.
We especially want to thank:
Vange John Memorial Hospice
(Melissa, Danielle, Sherra and Chaplain Kirk)
Ken Huber, Burns Mortuary
Father Luis, Our Lady of Guadalupe
Catholic Church
Thank you.
The Sobotta Family