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12 NOVEMBER 15, 2021 St. Michael’s offers brunch St. Michael’s Catholic Church offers an open house brunch every Sunday following Mass. The brunch is free to the community. Brunch begins at about 11:30 a.m. following the 10:30 a.m. Mass. For more information or for kitchen and hall rental, contact Janelle Justen at 503-550-0923. CTGR Youth Enrichment and Education Programs LET ' S CONNECT ! Smoke Signals Walking On... Mitchell Allen Spohn Jan. 16, 1976 – Oct. 27, 2021 Mitchell Allen Spohn, a proud father, veter- an of the U.S. Army and Tribal member of the Grand Ronde Tribe of Oregon, passed away Wednesday, Oct. 27, 2021, at the age of 45. He was the beloved son of John and Glenda Spohn. Mitchell was born Jan. 16, 1976, in Flint, Mich. He grew up and attended school in Mount Morris and Lakeville, Mich. In our hearts, he is and always will hold so many more titles and memories: Dad, son, brother, husband, cousin, nephew, friend and so much more … grandfather - a newly loved title. Mitchell valued his family and friends, his service to his country and his Native Amer- ican heritage highly. He joined the military in 2009 and attained the rank of staff sergeant. As part of this service, he served his country in Iraq and Afghanistan, receiving Purple Heart and Bronze Star medals for his service and courage. His loved ones have many memories to cherish and will remember him for his kind, generous and fun-loving soul. His greatest loves were his children (newest grandbaby), family and his country. He enjoyed the peacefulness of the outdoors, especially his fishing (and “fish tales” that always grew larger than life after each telling of the story). He was always willing to lend a helping hand to fix anything he could and lend commentary support, sug- gestions and a good laugh if he couldn’t fix it. He was a Jack-of-all-trades, a master of none, and a man with many opinions. Mitchell will be greatly missed by all that knew him, loved him and were just simply in his path. Mitchell is survived by his wife, Regina Spohn; his amazing children, Gar- rett Spohn, Garrian (Allison) Spohn, Grace Spohn, Matthew, Makiya, Jaymin and Juliahna; granddaughter, Mira’Jane; father and stepmother, John and Rebecca Spohn; sister, Miranda (Scott) Trout; ex-wife, Kristina Thompson; as well as several nephews, nieces, cousins, aunts, uncles and friends. He was preceded in death by his mother, Glenda S. Spohn; and his grandparents, James and Clara Spohn and Ervie Jr. and Donna Wilson. A service honoring the life of Mitchell A. Spohn was held at Wagner and Walsh Funeral Directors in Roscommon, Mich., on Thursday, Nov. 4, 2021. A luncheon to honor Mitch followed the service. The family prefers memorial contributions be made, in Mitch’s honor, to Wounded Warrior Project. Arrangements were entrusted to Wagner and Walsh Funeral Directors in Roscommon, Mich. Other passings Cathryn Ann Willard March 2, 1970 – Nov. 8, 2021 Tribal member Cathryn Ann Willard, 51, walked on Monday, Nov. 8, 2021. Duyck & Van De Hey Funeral Home in Forest Grove, Ore., is as- sisting the family. The family will hold a celebration of life at a later time. Enter for a chance to win exciting prizes ! How To Enter Submit an ROI ( release of information ) and / or fill out the student communications form below and the students will be entered into a drawing . Please note : Parents and students who have submitted 2021-22 School year applications or ROI forms will automatically be entered into the Grand prize drawing . First Drawing : October 29 Second Drawing : November 12 Third Drawing : December 3 rd AMERICAN INDIAN TEACHER PROGRAM To complete the ROI : https :// bit . ly / ctgreducationroi To complete the communications form : https :// bit . ly / ctgrcommunication Have Questions ? Contact youtheducation @ grandronde . org or 503-879-2101 Paid ad
