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About Smoke signals. (Grand Ronde, Or.) 19??-current | View Entire Issue (June 15, 2016)
S moke S ignals JUNE 15, 2016 Walking On... Francis “Frank” Earl Bean April 2, 1940 – May 24, 2016 Tribal Elder Francis “Frank” Earl Bean, 76, a resident of Gates walked on on Tuesday, May 24, 2016, at Salem Hospital. He was born on April 2, 1940, at Chemawa Indian School in Salem, Ore., the son of Fremond Francis and LaVerne May Teter Bean. He grew up in Grand Ronde, going to school and logging. It was remembered that Frank could roller skate backward, forward and do jumps in his younger years. At the age of 20, he entered the U.S. Navy and served on the USS Chipola, an oiler, based in Hawaii, and the icebreakers USS Staten Island and USS Burton Island based out of Seattle. He was a me- chanic on all of the ships, serving from 1960 to 1966. Following the service, he continued to log. For a time, Frank stud- ied automotive repair at Linn-Benton Community College. He spent time in Alaska, ishing and cleaning new construction project sites. He spent some time in Phoenix, Ariz. On Sept. 22, 1996, he married Billie Faie Wornell. They moved to Gates in 2000. For more than 20 years, Frank worked in maintenance at Chemawa Indian School, starting in 1989 and retiring in 2010. Frank enjoyed detailing, working on and watching cars. He rebuilt a 1965 Chevy and an El Camino. He loved to collect everything and anything because “you never know when you will need it.” He was a tinkerer and always had several projects going on at the same time. He enjoyed watching NASCAR racing. He was a great storyteller and enjoyed visiting with everyone. He was a proud member of the Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde and a past member of the Eagles Lodge. He is survived by his loving mother, LaVerne Hosford of Grand Ronde; daughters, Sandra Stone of Beaverton and Katrina Bean of Salem; sons, Brian Bean of Happy Valley, Randy Bean of Willamina and Timothy Anderson of Turner; stepsons, Gerald Colyer of Albany and Andrew Colyer of Salem; stepdaughters, Pamela Kilmurray of Woodburn, Michele Thomas of Salem and Debra Williams of Dundee; and 18 grandchildren, 20 great-grandchildren and one great-great- grandchild. Also surviving are sisters, Donna Stronach, Ellen Fisch- er, Linda Olson and Joyce Kirk of Grand Ronde. He was preceded in death by his wife, Billie; father, Fremond; and a brother, Thomas. Funeral services were held Friday, June 10, in the Grand Ronde Tribal Cemetery Chapel. Interment with military honors followed in the Grand Ronde Tribal Cemetery. Dallas Mortuary Tribute Center cared for the family. To leave a message or memory for the family, please visit www.dallastribute. com. 23 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 Elders seeking help in making jam Tribal Elders are seeking small jelly jars, donations of sugar and volun- teers to help make jam for Elder Honor Day in July. Drop off donations at the Elders Activity Center, 48940 Blacktail Drive. For more information, call 503-879-2233. EXCESS PROPERTY AVAILABLE FOR TRIBAL MEMBER BID The Items listed below are surplus items and are open to bid by Grand Ronde Tribal Members. BID DEADLINE: July 15, 2016 Ford Water Truck Condiion - SALVAGE Descripion: 1986 Ford CF7000 Cab Over with iberglass water tank. Vehicle does not run and is in need of unknown engine repairs. Front bumper and windshield need replacement. Pump and other items have been removed. Grove Scissor Lit Condiion - SALVAGE Descripion: 1994 self propelled scissor lit. Bateries and charger may need re- placement. Other repairs may be required, lit is currently inoperable. NOTICE PLEASE READ: All bids must be sealed and submited to the Procurement Oice by 5:00 PM on or before the bid deadline. Bids received ater the submital deadline will not be con- sidered. Bid openings will be within 5 working days of the bid deadline and property will be award- ed to the highest bidder. In case of idenical bids the received date stamp will be used. The Tribe reserves the right to decline any or all ofers. Successful bidders will have 10 working days ater the award to pay for and remove the property. All items are sold “as is” with no warranty expressed or implied. Bidders are encouraged to view the items prior to placing a bid. To view an item please contact Kevin Mueller@ 503-879-4548 or kevin.mueller@grandronde.org or Larry Leith @ 503-879- 2216 or larry.leith@grandronde.org. Items awarded and not sold will not be rebid. CONDITION CODES USABLE: Property which shows some wear, but can be used without signiicant repair REPAIRABLE: Property which is unusable in its current condiion but can be repaired SALVAGE: Property which has value in excess of its basic material content, but repair or rehab. Is impracical and/or uneconomical. SCRAP: Property which has no value except for its basic material content. Ad created by George Valdez
