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A2 Wallowa County Chieftain CORRECTIONS The name of Larry Bra- den, Joseph city adminis- trator/recorder, was inad- vertently omitted from the fi rst paragraph of the A1 story headlined “Joseph’s Braden resigns, citing ‘harassment’” in the April 21 Chieftain. In the page A3 story RECORDS FOR THE RECORD “Integrated care facil- ity nears completion” in the April 21 Chieftain, the square footage of the new building was incorrectly stated. It is 18,932 square feet. An incorrect tour date in April was also listed, and a ribbon-cutting is slated to take place in September. Memorial service for long time Asotin resident Helen Bernice (Clark) Beard May 1, 2021, 2pm Mask required, meal to follow downstairs, elevator available. First Christian Church 840 10th Street Clarkston, WA Edward Ray Jones October 9, 1936 – April 22, 2021 Edward Ray Jones of Enterprise, Oregon much loved husband, daddy, and grandpa peacefully passed on April 22nd, 2021 at the age of 84. Edward was born on October 9th, 1936 in Cedar Rapids, Iowa to Donald and Clara Jones. Edward was preceded in death by his beautiful bride Helen Jones. Edward is survived by their children Douglas, Kevin, Marie Gorbett, and Rebecca Sterner, their eleven grand-children, and 20 great-grandchildren. Edward grew up in Iowa and California. But to his heart, Enterprise, Oregon was home, where he lived for 50 years. Helen and Ed met in high school in Chico, California and married on Octo- ber 15th, 1955. When Helen and Ed moved to Wallowa County they eventually fulfilled the dream of owning their own ranch and small business. Edwards outgoing personality and innate farm knowledge helped make the ranch and businesses what they are today. Edward was a loyal patriot. He served active duty as a military policeman in the United States Air Force Strategic Air Command. He also served in the reserve United State Air Force and the reserve National Guard as a loadmaster, flying in and out of the Vietnam Conflict. Edward was a ‘jack of all trades’ as most farmers are. He had worked as a map maker for the USGS, as a surveyor for the California Department of Agriculture, as a fertilizer salesman, and the dream fulfilling career as a fertil- izer/chemical business owner and farmer. Edward loved our mama, his family, the farm, and learning about any- thing and everything. He was an avid reader, always inquisitive, and never ever met a stranger! Edward was also very involved in the community during his years; with the Wallowa County Stockmen, the Wallowa County Fair, the Hurricane Creek Ditch Company, and the Rusty Nuts Car Crew. Our tough and gruff but sweet and gentle; Daddy, and Grandpa Ed will be sorely missed and told stories about for generations. A Celebration of Life memorial will be on Saturday May 1st, 2021 at 4:00 pm, at the Jones Ranch, Enterprise, OR. In lieu of flowers, please donate to your favorite charity. Tom G. Sangster February 17, 1947 – April 4, 2021 Tom G Sangster died 04/14/2021 at the age of 74 in Anatone, Washington. Tom was born 02/17/1947, in Clarkston, Washington and considered Anatone their hometown. Tom G. Sangster, age 74, passed away from respiratory failure at the family ranch in Anatone, WA on April 14, 2021. He was born on February 17, 1947 in Clarkston, WA to Jim and Gwen (Chrisman) Sangster. Tom was a 1965 graduate of Anatone High School. After graduating he went to work on the family ranch for several years. In 1967 Tom enlisted in the US Navy. He served a full tour in Vietnam. When he arrived home he went back to work on the ranch and remained in the Navy Reserves until being honorably discharged in 1972. Tom married his high school sweetheart, Nancy Mallory, on April 4, 1970. They had a son, Twain, on March 7, 1975 and then added one more son, Barry on August 28, 1980. Together, he and Nan- cy raised the boys and worked the family ranch. There were many years of working cattle, farming and putting up the supply of hay each summer. Many family and friends helped work the ranch, with Tom guiding each step of the way-just like his Grandma Neva. Tom can be credited with teaching not only his own children but an entire generation of local kids how to drive trucks and tractors, check engine oil, ride horses and navigate trails. In his later years his hobbies included watching lots of westerns and Shepherd’s Chapel. Tom was quite the character and loved to visit with any and every- one who would stop in at the ranch in Anatone. Tom never knew a stranger, especially when they needed his help. This could have been fixing a flat, pulling stranded families from a snow bank or giving a stranded person a ride to town. He was an integral part of the community and will be dearly missed by all that knew him. Tom is survived by his wife of 51 years, Nancy Sangster, sons Twain Sangster of Anatone, WA and Barry (Brandi) Sangster of Richland, OR. Brothers Rod Sangster of Anatone, WA and Carl Sang- ster of Lewiston, ID. Granddaughters Sydney and Addyson Sangster of Anatone, WA, Granddaughter Bailey Sangster and Grandson Jimmy Sangster of Richland, OR and numerous cousins, nieces and nephews. Tom was preceded in death by his parents Jim and Gwen Sangster, Brother Tim Sangster and Grandson Cody Sangster. A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, May 29, 2021 at 11 AM at the Anatone, WA community hall. It will be a potluck lunch. No flowers please. Any donations can be made in Tom’s name to the United Methodist Church in Anatone, WA. As Tom would say, “See you in the movies!” Merchant Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Clarkston, Washington. 99403. (509)758-2556 www.merchantmemorialgroup.com APRIL 19 9:12 a.m. — Assistance to a motorist was requested in Enterprise. 9:37 a.m. — Possible ani- mal neglect was reported in rural Enterprise. 11:41 a.m. — A wel- fare check was requested in Wallowa. 12:17 p.m. — A fraudu- lent credit card charge was reported in rural Enterprise. 5:57 p.m. — A traffi c com- plaint was made in rural Joseph. 6:27 p.m. — A traffi c com- plaint was made in Enterprise. 7:43 p.m. — A cow was reported injured in rural Troy. APRIL 20 8:36 a.m. — A theft was reported in Wallowa. 10:02 a.m. — A scam call was reported in Joseph. 11:49 a.m. — A harass- ment complaint in Wallowa was reported. 12:46 p.m. — A possi- ble predator depredation was reported in rural Lostine. 1:17 p.m. — An ambulance was requested in Joseph. 1:53 p.m. — An ambulance was requested in Joseph. 3:16 p.m. — An ambulance was requested in Joseph. 3:16 p.m. — A theft was reported in rural Enterprise. 5:24 p.m. — A traffi c com- plaint was made in rural Enterprise. 9:36 p.m. — A warning for speeding was issued by the Wallowa County Sheriff ’s Offi ce during a traffi c stop in rural Enterprise. 8:40 p.m. — An ambulance was requested in Enterprise. 10:45 p.m. — An ambu- lance was requested in Joseph. APRIL 21 10:16 a.m. — A civil dis- pute was reported in Imnaha. 11:03 a.m. — A theft was reported in Joseph. 11:22 a.m. — The Enter- prise Police Department issued a warning during a traffi c stop in Enterprise. 12:01 p.m. — The EPD issued a warning during a traf- fi c stop in Enterprise. 2:16 p.m. — A hazard tow was requested in Enterprise. 2:48 p.m. — The WCSO issued a warning during a traf- fi c stop in Enterprise. 3:44 p.m. — A single-vehi- cle, noninjury traffi c crash was reported in Joseph. 3:55 p.m. — A single-ve- hicle injury traffi c crash was reported in rural Wallowa. Wednesday, April 28, 2021 Referred to Oregon State Police. 4:07 p.m. — A speed- ing complaint in Wallowa was reported. 5:39 p.m. — A grass fi re was reported in rural Lostine. 6:34 p.m. — A possible vio- lation of a court stalking order was reported to the EPD in Enterprise. 7:02 p.m. — A traffi c complaint was reported in Enterprise. APRIL 22 11:06 a.m. — An ambu- lance was requested in Wallowa. 12:28 p.m. — A scam was reported in rural Enterprise. 12:32 p.m. — An ambu- lance was requested in Joseph. 12:34 p.m. — A complaint of a vehicle partially blocking the road in rural Joseph was reported. 12:35 p.m. — A wel- fare check was requested in Enterprise. 1:10 p.m. — Public assis- tance was requested in rural Joseph. 3:23 p.m. — A scam call was reported in Joseph. 3:47 p.m. — Public assis- tance with a vehicle lock- out was requested in rural Enterprise. APRIL 23 9:06 a.m. — A female pug or beagle mix wearing a pink collar was found in Joseph. 2:20 p.m. — A scam call was reported in Enterprise. 5:22 p.m. — A motorist assist was requested in rural Enterprise. 5:52 p.m. — A scam was reported in rural Enterprise. 6:31 p.m. — Public assis- tance was requested in Wallowa. 7:54 p.m. — Theodore Chavez Gonzalez, 61, of Joseph, was arrested by the EPD for alleged DUII. He was cited and released to a sober third party. APRIL 24 12:48 a.m. — A noninjury traffi c crash was reported in Enterprise. 10:10 a.m. — A welfare check was requested Lostine. 2:43 p.m. — An ambulance was requested in Joseph. 4:34 p.m. — An agency assist was requested by the Latah County, Idaho, Sheriff ’s Offi ce. 5:58 p.m. — A dead fawn was reported in Enterprise. 6:18 p.m. — A distur- bance was reported in rural Enterprise. 8:57 p.m. — A search and rescue was called for in rural Joseph. VISIT US ON THE WEB AT: www.Wallowa.com Death Notice Douglas Wickre, 71, of Joseph, passed away on Thursday, April 22, 2021 at the Wallowa Memorial Hospital. A full obituary will be published at a later time. Loveland Funeral Chapel & Crematory will be hanling the arrangements Sally Marie (Bolster) Staples December 18, 1941 – April 21, 2021 Sally Marie (Bolster) Staples, 79, of La Grande, passed away on Wednesday, April 21, 2021 at a local care facility. Per her request there will not be a service. Sally was born on December 18, 1941 in Los Angeles, California to Keith and Dorothy (Omar) Bolster. She resided in California, Indi- ana, Japan, and Oregon. She graduated from Palmdale High School and received a Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing from Oregon Institute of Technology. She married William “Bill” Staples on June 12, 1960. They were married for 60 years until her passing. Sally was employed as a nurse. She enjoyed playing bingo, bowl- ing, fishing, camping, and many other outdoor activities. She loved watching her favorite baseball team, Seattle Mariners. Sally is survived by her husband, Bill Staples of La Grande; son, Dan Staples of Tennessee; daughters, Kandy Staples of Junction City, OR and Leigh (Kevin) Bednar of Wallowa, OR; brothers, Mike Bolster of Maryland and Alan Bolster of Washington; sister, Mickie (Mike) Peavy of Gulf Breeze, FL; 7 grandchildren; 2 great-grandchildren; and 12 nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents Keith and Dorothy Bolster; brother, Pat Bolster; and sister, Joan Bolster. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to St. Jude Children’s Hospital at www.stjude.org/donate. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.loveland- funeralchapel.com. Arthur Frank Reel March 5, 1931 – April 16, 2021 Arthur Frank Reel, 90, of Merlin, Oregon, passed away April 16, 2021. Art was born in Wallowa, Oregon, to Elvyn and Julia Reel on March 5, 1931. He graduated from Wallowa High School in 1949. Growing up, he was actively involved in the Future Farmers of America (FFA), worked in the local sawmills and helped in the farming operations of the Reel family ranch out- side of Wallowa. Throughout his life, Art was an avid hunter, fish- erman and ardent gardener. The rivers and rugged mountains surrounding Wallowa County provided the perfect environment for an energetic youth who loved adventure. No matter where he lived, he always found a way to pick up a fishing pole or found time to hunt on the family ranch. Art proudly served in the United States Air Force in the Korean War, stationed in Japan in the 548th Recon Tech Squadron as a photographic interpretation specialist from 1951 until 1955. Once back in the states and out of the service, Art began a successful career in the auto industry and in his later years, as a real estate broker. In 1971, Art met and married Ruth, the love of his life, and easily adapted to the role of “dad” to Ruth’s 3 children. Art & Ruth made close friendships wher- ever they lived or traveled. Art’s vegetable and flower gardens were legendary in the neighborhood, when harvest time meant fresh vegetables for several families. Art and Ruth moved to Merlin in 1996, where Art continued his real estate career until his retirement in the early 2000’s. In retirement, Art volunteered for many years with the OSU Master Gardeners, and was instrumental in building the Spring Garden Fair into a successful annual fundraising event. A garden watering can, his gloves and his kitty were always nearby. When not in the garden or volunteering, he loved caring for numerous deer, squirrels and birds that came through the yard every day, expecting the treats that Art loved to supply. He also spent countless hours researching the family’s ancestry, communicating and building relationships with people all around the world. Art is survived by his 3 children; daughter Cathleen Welling of Willits, California; sons Pete (Suzy) Reel of Merlin, Oregon, and Andrew (David Collins) Reel of Reno, Nevada; 7 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; and his brother, Ray (Carolyn) Reel of Lewiston, Idaho; a nephew and 2 nieces, whom he loved dearly. Art was one of the most caring and gentle souls you could ever hope to meet, with a quick wit and healthy sense of humor. He had a remarkable ability to maintain a positive attitude in even the most stressful of situations. His legacy is one of caring for all creatures and love for one another. A private family celebration of Art’s life will be scheduled later this year. IN BRIEF Wyden plans online town halls this weekend PORTLAND — U.S. Sen. Ron Wyden plans to hold three online town halls for residents of fi ve counties Saturday and Sunday, May 1-2, according to a press release. The live online town halls hosted by People’s Town Hall will be for resi- dents of Morrow, Umatilla, Union, Wallowa and Wasco counties. The town hall for Wal- lowa County will be at 11:30 a.m. Sunday, and in conjunction with Umatilla and Union counties. To participate, visit w w w. f a c e b o o k . c o m / events/305968164273859/. To submit a question to Wyden beforehand, visit https://tinyurl.com/ questionwyden. Wyden has held 970 in-person town halls state- wide in fulfi llment of his pledge to hold at least one town hall each year in each of Oregon’s 36 coun- ties. Wyden has postponed in-person town halls until there are clear-cut public health guidelines that a large open-to-all public meet- ing poses no unusual health risk for Oregonians. After the pandemic that began in March 2020 required Wyden’s town halls to go virtual, he has continued to hold regional and county virtual town halls. — Chieftain staff WHAT’S HAPPENING SEE THE EXPANDED ONLINE CALENDAR AT EASTERNOREGONEVENTS.COM SPRING ARTISAN MAR- KET APPROACHES The Spring Artisan Mar- ket takes place from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, May 8, in the parking lot of Stein Dis- tillery in Joseph. The event will serve as an opportunity to celebrate Mother’s Day weekend with local women artisans, according to a press release. There will be pot- tery, jewelry, fine art prints, cards, felted wool, wood- burned art and handmade skin care products, accord- ing to the release. ONGOING A.A. online meetings oregonaadistrict29.org. Building Healthy Fami- lies 541-426-9411. Community Connection 541-426-3840. Enterprise Public Library 541-426-3906. Fishtrap 541-426-3623. Hurricane Creek Grange 541-605-8233. Josephy Center for Arts and Culture 541-432-0505. Wallowa Public Library 541-886-4265. W a l l o w o l o g y 541-263-1663. Weather Forecast Courtesy of Weather Underground • wunderground.com High Low Conditions April 29 76 44 cloudy April 30 74 44 cloudy May 01 61 35 showers May 02 53 31 partly cloudy May 03 58 35 partly cloudy May 04 60 36 partly cloudy May 05 62 36 partly cloudy Phases of the moon May 03 May 11 May 19 Last Quarter New Moon 1st Quarter May 26 Full Moon WALLOWA COUNTY SUNRISE & SUNSET APRIL 29 – MAY 5 (from the U.S. Naval Observatory) THUR FRI SAT SUN MON TUES WED 5:38 7:54 5:37 7:56 5:35 7:57 5:34 7:58 5:32 7:59 5:31 8:01 5:29 8:02