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S moke S ignals JUNE 1, 2016 Walking On... Michael Edward Gray Sr. April 2, 1972 – April 26, 2016 Michael Gray Sr. passed away at the age of 44 on April 26, 2016, in his home in Eugene, Ore. He is survived by his parents Lola and James Gray, and his brother, Rocky Gray, as well as two children, Michael Gray Jr., 26, and Kassandra Gray, 20. Michael worked at Weyerhaeuser on North Bertelsen Road in Eugene for 18 years. He loved the Oregon Ducks and his family. Michael was a great man who was a beloved father, brother, son, grandfather and friend to all the people who knew him. There will be no funeral service as a celebration of life will be held at a later date. His headstone is at Oak Hill Cemetery in Eugene, next to his grandparents. Isaac Bobb Sr. Jan. 21, 1934 -- May 11, 2016 Isaac Bobb Sr. was born in Toppe- nish, Wash., to Wilson Bobb Sr. and Iola Brown. He grew up in Grand Ronde, Ore. He married Lorena and together they had 10 children, along with being foster parents to numerous children. They moved back to Wash- ington in the late 1960s. They built their home on Barkes Road in 1971 and he lived there until his death. He was the rock in our family. He taught us all to hunt, ish and survive off the land with the exception of a can of beans, tortillas and potatoes. He also taught us the value of hard work. He was quite a practical joker and loved to scare people. He loved fast cars and with that was trouble and the topic of lots of stories. He enlisted in the Army during the Korean War and left with an honorable discharge. He was a timber faller and worked for Zimbrick, Zwight, Taylor, Tiin-Ma and Wheeler logging companies. He later owned his own logging company, Pahto Logging. He would fall timber in the day, cut a cord of wood after or hunt for elk and deer to feed his large family. He was there to help clean up the wilderness after the Mount St. Helens eruption in 1980. While working there he stated, “Most people went to bed to have nightmares, I went to work to a nightmare.” After retiring from timber falling, he continued cutting irewood for many valued customers until his death. He loved the mountains, whether it was in Grand Ronde or the Yakama Reservation. His love of hunting brought him many tro- phy antlers, which he proudly displayed on his sundeck for all to see. He also loved ishing for salmon on the Columbia River and trout ishing at Mt. Adams Lake. He also enjoyed classical music. The wood cutter has cut his last cord of wood, ished his last at Mt. Adams Lake and gone to the happy hunting grounds in the sky. We will miss you dearly and will love you forever. He is survived by two siblings, sister Ramona Ahto and brother Steven Bobb; children, Denise Bobb, Ronald Bobb, Susanna Lum- ley (Baptist), Cindi Bobb (Mike), Isaac Bobb Jr. (Mary), Evelena Bobb, Robert Bobb (Lisa) and James Bobb (Lori); 34 grandchildren; and numerous great-grandchildren and two great-great-grand- children. He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife of 49 years, Lorena; two sons, Wilbur and Wilson Bobb; ive brothers, Peter Brown, Russell Bobb, Joseph Bobb, Wilson Bobb Jr. and Emerson Bobb Sr.; three sisters, Loraine Bobb, Edna (Madge) Bobb and Donica Rook; three grandchildren and one great-grandchild. A celebration of life and potluck dinner was held Saturday, May 21, at Harrah Grade School cafeteria in Harrah, Wash. Summer Arts Program scheduled The Art Conspiracy of Yamhill County will hold its Summer Arts Pro- gram for students 9 to 16 years of age from Amity, Sheridan, Willamina and Grand Ronde with preference given to returning students and students from these areas. The Summer Program consists of eight days of 2.5-hour morning and afternoon classes four days a week for two weeks. Courses are taught by working artists and educators. Classes will be held at Amity High School Monday through Thursday, June 20 through July 1. Transportation will be provided from Willamina High School at 8:15 a.m. daily and Friday, June 23, is reserved for a ield trip to the Hallie Ford Museum in Salem. Classes are limited to 10 students to maximize learning. Scheduled classes include ceramics, painting, beginning digital photography, manga/ comic drawing and AM Rock Band, among others. Registration is accepted irst-come, irst-served with a $25 deposit due with registration. For more information, visit artconspiracy.simdif.com on the Internet or the Art Conspiracy West Valley page on Facebook. Spirit Mountain Gaming, Inc. Board of Director’s Position Opening Spirit Mountain Gaming, Inc. invites dynamic business orien- tated individuals to apply to the Spirit Mountain Gaming, Inc. Board of Directors. There is one available board position open for a qualiied Tribal member who possesses the appropriate business knowledge and experience. The SMGI Board of Directors is responsible to the Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde Tribal Council and oversees iscal account- ability, budgets, policies, procedures and business operations of Spirit Mountain Casino. The SMGI Board meets once a month on average but more if necessary. Each board member receives a stipend each month for their participation. Qualiications should include general business knowledge, ex- perience in hospitality/customer service driven environment, 10 years of experience in a responsible business position, and strong inancial experience. Knowledge of Native American owned and operated organizations preferred but not mandatory. There should also be a demonstrated ability to be responsive to the goals of the business and its increasing dynamic character with appropriate analytical and communication skills. Ability to pass a thorough background check and obtain a gaming license is necessary. Deadline to apply is June 30, 2016. Applicants may submit a letter of interest, resume and 3 ref- erences to: Stacia Martin Chief of Staff Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde Tribal Council 9615 Grand Ronde Road Grand Ronde, OR 97347 503-879-2304 or stacia.martin@grandronde.org Danita Trombla Sr. Executive Administrative Assistant Spirit Mountain Gaming, Inc. PO Box 39 Grand Ronde, OR 97347 503-879-3944 or danita.trombla@spiritmtn.com Story and Stroll at Photo (remov black box) Free online learning source The information includes: Everyday life Math and money Computer training Online classes Work and career information Check it out at www.gclearnfree.org 27 Photo (remov black box) Fort Yamhill State Park 11—11:45 a.m. June 7 - Camouflage June 28 - Shapes and Colors July 12 - Listening This free program integrates nature exploraion, art, literature, music, move- ment, and outdoor play. It is geared to- ward families with young children (preferably ages 2-6 but all are welcome). For more informaion call 503-879-5814
