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A2 Community wallowa.com Contributed by Linda Hilderman Harry W. Olds passed away on the beautiful snowy morning of January 7th, 2017. His life’s journey ended peacefully at his home in Corvallis, in the arms of Lee Olds, his wife of 50 years, and with two daughters by his side. Harry was born on May 16th, 1934 in the San Diego, California bedroom of his grandparents, to Ethel (Peggy) and Harold Olds. In 1944, Harry, along with his parents and grandparents, moved to Hoskins, Oregon. His family of origin was hard working, with roots in southern California well drilling, and Oregon ranching and logging. Although situated on 1,000 acres of land, the May 16, 1934 - Hoskins home was without January 7, 2017 running water and electricity. One of Harry’s boyhood jobs was keeping the kerosene lanterns filled. The values and work ethic Harry was raised with, in this determined and hard scrabble setting, would set the stage for Harry’s truly amazing life. Harry W. Olds As a small child, Harry attended the local one room school house, riding his bike or horse to school each day. Harry then went on to graduate from Corvallis High School, Class of 1952. Harry was always unassuming, and a very hard worker. During his high school years, Harry worked part time, alongside his father and grandfather, in the logging business. The Olds family album contains photos of a teenaged Harry sitting atop a load of enormous logs, with his stern-faced father and grandfather standing below. These logs, and many more like them, were cut, loaded, and hauled off to market with handmade equipment, and without benefit of formal engineering or modern technology; all in a day’s work for Harry and his family! Judy A. Packard Aug. 6, 1946 — Jan. 14, 2017 Betty Lou Morris July 12, 1929 — January 3, 2017 Judy A. Packard of Umatilla, Oregon, was born on August 6, 1946 in Enterprise, Oregon, to parents, Wilbur and Velma Haw- ley Buchanan. She died on Jan. 14, 2017 in Hermiston, Oregon, at the age of 70 years. Judy was raised in Wallowa County, graduating from Enter- prise High School in the class of 1964. She attended Eastern Or- egon University and earned her bachelor degree in education. Judy taught school in Baker City, Oregon, for four years before moving to Hermiston, Oregon. She taught at Armand Larive Middle School for 20 years. Judy was united in marriage to John L. Packard on July 1, 1993, in Herm- iston, Oregon. She was a member of Altrusa International. Judy enjoyed camping, traveling, and time with her grandchildren. She is survived by her husband: John L. Packard, Umatilla, Ore- gon; daughter: Valerie Nelson, Portland; stepdaughter: Sharmayne Packard, Hermiston; stepson: John R. Packard, Irrigon,; grandchil- dren: Lynnelle and Brandy; three great grandchildren; numerous step grand- and great grandchildren; several nieces, and nephews. Judy was preceded in death by her parents, brother: Jim Bu- chanan, and stepdaughter: Veronica Packard. Private burial will be held at Willamette National Cemetery, Portland, Oregon. Please sign the online condolence book at burnsmortuaryherm- iston.com. Burns Mortuary of Hermiston, Oregon, is in care of ar- rangements. Betty Lou Morris, 87, formerly of Enterprise, recently moved to Auburn, Washington, to be close to family and passed away there on Tuesday, Jan. 3, 2017. A funeral service will be held at the Summerville Cemetery Chapel. Betty was born in La Grande, Ore- gon, on July 12, 1929, to Gertrude and Homer C. Herald. Betty graduated from La Grande High School in 1947 and during high school served as a cashier at the Liberty Theater. After a year in college she married William G. Morris of Enterprise. Bet- ty was a resident in Enterprise for the next 68t years. After her husband died in 1971, Betty continued her work as an offi ce manager for a local insurance agent. Betty is survived by brother, Wayne Herald, and nieces, Susan Oplinger and Peggy Salz. She was preceded in death by her husband, William, and her parents, Gertrude and Ho- mer. Online condolences may be made to the family at www. lovelandfuneralchapel.com. D EATH N OTICE Robert Harold Eytchison Robert Harold Eytchison, of Joseph, passed away at the age of 89 at La Grande Post Acute Rehab on Tuesday, January 10, 2017. A celebration of life will be held at a future date. A full obituary will be published at a later date. Tenth Annual Digital Bonnie Colleen Moffi t July 24, 1940 – January 13, 2017 Bonnie was born July 24, 1940 in Aberdeen, South Da- kota. Bonnie passed away in the sunny state of Arizona where she and her husband, Keith, have been wintering for 20-plus years. Bonnie was very loved by all, and very well known for her phenomenal love of cook- ing and her love for her family and friends across the country. Bonnie is survived by many who loved her: husband, Keith of 48 years; son, Steven; and her daughter, Amy. She had “many” brothers and sisters; 3 grandchildren: Kallie, Joshua and Destiny; and one great grandchild, Isaac. Words cannot express how much she will be missed, but never forgotten. Services will be held at Bollman’s Funeral Home in En- terprise on Saturday, Jan. 21, at 10 a.m. Potluck to follow at the Wallowa Senior Center, 204 Second St., Wallowa OR. Bollman Funeral Home entrusted with arrangements. D EATH N OTICES Joseph Reed Contest Joseph Reed, 71, of Imnaha died Jan. 13 at his home. At this time no services are planned. Bollman Funeral Home entrusted with arrangements. A full obituary will follow at a later date. Teddy Atkins In 1953, Harry married Joyce Kelsey. At the age of 18, Harry joined the Navy Reserves, and soon after became a Seabee. After becoming a Seabee, Harry was deployed to occupied Japan, where he worked in logistics, supplying the Korean War effort. While on deployment, Harry was able to use his innate mechanical aptitude, and draw on the toughness and determination instilled in his early years, to make the most of his time and serving his country to his best ability. By the time his service ended, Harry had become proficient in working with steel, concrete, and wood. He had also learned valuable organizational skills, which skills would soon prove to serve him well. Upon returning home to Corvallis, Harry began a very successful construction and development career, which in time, provided the base for an equally successful career in real estate investment. In the years to follow, Harry and his future wife, Lee (Martin), would develop and manage many apartment, motel, restaurant, and retail properties located in Corvallis and Enterprise, Oregon, as well as in Bellingham, Washington. Harry and Lee were married in 1966. They were inseparable and a perfect match. So much so, that it was difficult to think of Harry without thinking of Lee, or Lee without Harry. Harry and Lee worked tirelessly throughout their life together, on all of their business ventures, the raising of three daughters, and living life to the fullest. And what a full life Harry lived! In addition to his many business successes, and being busy as a “Dad” to three growing daughters, Harry was an avid outdoorsman; whether hunting deer and elk with a bow & arrow, rifle, on foot, or horseback, Harry could do it all!. In his younger years, Harry loved waterskiing, going on Jeep adventures, as well as camping under the stars, in tents, campers, or horse camping, and generally enjoyed life in the outdoors making many memories with friends and family. In 1974, Harry and Lee fulfilled a lifelong dream moving to a ranch in Joseph, Oregon, where they planned to retire. It wasn’t long though before they began constructing motels and restaurants in nearby Enterprise. After 20 years in Joseph, Harry and Lee moved to Blaine, Washington, where they built a beautiful home, with panoramic views of both the water and the mountains. They thoroughly enjoyed their Blaine retreat for 20 years. Blaine became home base for yet more adventure. During the summer months, Harry, with Lee by his side, would captain their pleasure boats into Alaska for fishing, exploring, and relaxation. Then in the winter months, the duo would tour the country in their motor coach, stopping to spend time as Palm Desert snowbirds. These sea and land trips became a wonderful venue for time, catching up with friends and family. During the months when the “retirees” were not on the road or at sea, and when not preparing for the next adventure, Harry enjoyed spending time with Lee and their family. In 2014, Harry and Lee returned to their point of beginning, Corvallis, Oregon. Harry is survived by his loving wife, Lee, daughters Jill Powell (Donald) of Boring, Oregon, Kerri Burke (Edward) of Klamath Falls, Oregon, and Billie Meyer (Michael), of Hernando, Florida, along with 12 grandchildren and 30 great-grandchildren. Throughout the years, Harry preserved many lasting friendships, including that of his former wife, Joyce. When asked about Grandpa Harry, his grandchildren remember him fondly as “really smart”, “amazing”, “so successful”, as well as a “funny prankster” and “an inspiration”. Harry approached life straight on. He worked hard, played hard, and made the most of the time he was given. He was a true Renaissance man with many varied talents. Given a worthy challenge, he would find a way to succeed. Harry was a loving and devoted husband, father, mentor, partner, friend, and a pretty good Texas swing dancer, too. Harry lived a wonderful and amazing life. Harry made a difference to many people. He will be lovingly missed, but never forgotten by those who knew him. A family service will be held in early February. The family would like to express their thanks to Dr. Athay, and Benton County Hospice for their wonderful care, support, and guidance through the final chapter of Harry’s life. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Harry’s memory to The Mayo Clinic / Development Department for AL Amyloidosis Research, 200 First Street S.W., Rochester, MN 55905 Wallowa County Chieftain O BITUARIES M ARCH MATTERS Twenty-three citizens marched through downtown Enterprise on Sunday in support of the Affordable Care Act. They met with the county commissioners on Tuesday at 9 am to ask them to contact Rep. Walden and to express their support of protecting his constituents’ right to affordable healthcare and to stop the full repeal of the Affordable Care Act. January 18, 2017 Teddy Atkins, 81, of Joseph died Jan. 12, at Wallowa Me- morial Hospital. At this time no services are planned. Boll- man Funeral Home entrusted with arrangements. A full obit- uary will follow at a later date. Melanie Harvey Melanie Harvey, 62, of Enterprise died Jan. 13 at her home. At this time no services are planned. Bollman Funeral Home entrusted with arrangements. A full obituary will fol- low at a later date. Who can enter? All amateur photographers who live in Wallowa County either full-time or part-time, or who have ever vacationed in Wallowa County, are eligible. E5ceptions: Members of the Wallowa Valley Photo Club, the staff of the Chieftain, and their immediate families may not submit entries. "Immediate family" includes only spouses, parents, and children. Public display of photos: All submitted photos will be displayed on the Chieftain's web site as they are received. After judging, winning photos will be featured on the Chief- tain's web site, and as many winning and non-winning photos as space allows will be featured in the Chieftain's print edition. Selected winning and non-winning photos may also appear in a single issue of the Wallowa Valley Photo Club's monthly newsletter and on the Photo Club's web site in the conte5t of informing members of the Photo Club about the contest. Awards: There will be two categories of awards. 1. The People's Choice awards for the most popular submitted photos, with 1st, 2nd, and 3rd places in each division. Everyone can vote by browsing to the Chieftain's contest web page and choosing their favorite Student Division photo and their favorite Adult Division photo. Prizes are $40, $20, and $10, plus certificates. Lawrence Morse Lawrence R. Morse, 85, of Enterprise, died Jan. 11, 2017, at Wallowa Memorial Hospital. At this time no services are planned. Bollman Funeral Home is entrusted with arrange- ments. A full obituary will follow at a later date. S ERVICE C HANGE Scott Colony A memorial service for Scott Colony has been changed. The services will be held on Saturday, Jan. 28, at the Hurri- cane Creek Grange Hall. Doors open at 10:30 a.m. with the service at 11 a.m. and a potluck to follow. All who knew Scott are invited to come, share stories and celebrate his life. Weather Forecast Courtesy of Weather Underground. www.wunderground.com High Low Conditions Jan. 19 36 24 Snow 2. Overall best photos, with 1st, 2nd, and 3rd places in each of the two divisions as determined by the judges. Prizes are $40, $20, and $10, plus certificates. Honorable Mentions may be awarded at the discretion of the judges. Prizes for honorable mentions will be certificates. Jan. 20 34 22 Overcast Jan. 21 31 15 Mostly cloudy The Wallowa Valley Photo Club is solely responsible for all awards. Jan. 22 29 18 Snow showers Deadline: Submissions to the contest may be made beginning Sunday, January 1, 2017 and will be accepted through Saturday, January 21, 2017. Vot- ing for the Peomle's Choice award is from Sunday, January 22, 2017 through Sunday, February 5, 2017. Winners will be announced in the Wednesday, February 15, 2017 issue of the Chieftain. Jan. 23 27 15 Partly cloudy Jan. 24 25 13 Snow showers Submissions: All submissions must be digital – prints and slides are not accepted. However, prints and slides may be scanned and digital copies submitted. • Digital photos may be submitted via the Chieftain's online submission form or emailed to PhotoWallowa@ gmail.com. CDs may also be dropped off at the Chief- tain (209 NW 1st, Enterprise, Oregon). Complete List of Rules: Please see the website for a complete list of the contest rules at www.wallowa.com/photocontest Phases of the moon Jan. 19 Last Quarter Jan. 27 New Moon Feb. 3 Feb. 10 1st Quarter Full Moon WALLOWA COUNTY SUNRISE AND SUNSET JAN. 19-25 (from the U.S. Naval Observatory) WED THUR FRI SAT SUN MON TUES Jan. 19 Jan. 20 Jan. 21 Jan. 22 Jan. 23 Jan. 24 Jan. 25 Rise: 7:22 Rise: 7:21 Rise: 7:21 Rise: 7:20 Rise: 7:19 Rise: 7:18 Rise: 7:17 Set: 4:38 Set: 4:40 Set: 4:41 Set: 4:42 Set: 4:44 Set: 4:45 Set: 4:47