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2 A SIUSLAW NEWS ❚ SATURDAY, DECEMBER 31 2016 TEKANDER —Qula Tekander, 92, formerly of Florence and Mapleton, died Oct. 10, 2016, in West Linn, Ore., just 11 days short of her 93rd birth- day. Qula was born in Salt Qula Tekander Lake City, Utah, on Oct. 21, 1923, to Julia and Charles Roth. Qula was raised in a large Mormon family of 10 children, her mother was a descendant of the original Utah settlers. Finding work in Salt Lake City was tough for her father during the depression and the family was forced to move several times in order to find work. Those states included Arizona, Idaho and Utah before settling in the Roseburg, Ore., area. There, she attended Camas Valley High School and graduated in 1942. After high school, the family moved to Florence to be closer to her father’s ancestral home and to help her grandparents on their homestead/ranch. It was in Florence where she met her husband, Albert Tekander, and the they were married June 5, 1957. After marriage, her and Albert moved to Mapleton, where Albert’s family owned a cattle ranch. Qula loved ranch work and keeping the family well-fed during haying season, logging operations and many family gatherings. Later, they purchased a 10- acre parcel near the ranch, on the banks of the Siuslaw River, where they raised three chil- dren and lived for the next 37 years. In 1997, Albert and Qula moved to West Linn to be clos- er to family due to Albert’s declining health. Albert died Dec. 16, 2003, in West Linn. In her final years, Qula enjoyed “day trips” in the car, watching Fox News and read- ing conservative books while flanked by her cat and dog. She was a “salt of the earth” woman who embodied the resilient pio- neer spirit of her ancestors. She died weeks before the presidential election but would have loved to see Donald Trump elected as president. She is survived by her sister, Bonnie Neitzel of Springfield, Ore.; and brother Arden Roth of Golden Valley, Ariz.; three children: Benny Tekander of Eugene, Kathy Kaufman of Medford and Steve Tekander of West Linn; four grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. A private ceremony will be held in the spring of 2017 in the Florence area. Qula is missed by her many family members and friends. CAMPIONE—JoAnn Faye Schulz Campione, 77, of Florence, died Dec. 23, 2016, due to complications from heart disease. JoAnn was born Oct. 22, 1939, in Richardton, N.D., to Joe and Eleanor Amann Schulz. She was raised at Black Hills Ordinance Depot, S.D., where she acquired many lifelong friends. JoAnn married Charles S. Campione in 1963 and they were married for 53 years. The Campiones traveled the world while he pursued his civil servant career. Upon retirement they moved to the beautiful coastline city of Florence, Oregon. From their home base, they took innumerable cruise ship JoAnne trips around Campione the world. JoAnn was a devoted animal lover and always had at least one “mutt” by her side. In Oregon, she created a feeding station outside her kitchen win- dow. Charlie regularly remind- ed her that they “live in ‘bear country’ so let’s not encourage them.” She had a passion for gar- dening especially her violets. She was also an avid reader and loved to take long walks along the ocean shoreline. She is survived by her hus- band, Charlie; her daughter and son-in law, Tracy and Gary Mock of Minneapolis, Minn.; her son and daughter-in law, Scott and Candice Campione of Yelm, Wash.; her brother Bigsby Schulz; a grandson Troy Mock; and a niece, Lisa Schulz. Funeral services will be pri- vate. In lieu of flowers, donate to the American Heart Association. ATKIN—Christopher G. Atkin, of Bend, Ore., formerly of Florence, died peacefully Tuesday morning, Dec. 20, surrounded by his wife and family members. Chris was born June 19, 1943, in Christopher Lakewood, Atkin Ohio, to Jean and George Atkin. He is a graduate of Northern Illinois University and a retired VP from the Williams Companies in information technology. Retired Lt. Colonel, USAF, he served in Thailand during the Vietnam War and as Base Commander in the Utah National Guard. He married his high school sweetheart, Ellen, and they had two daughters: Carrie and J. Chloa, raised in Wheaton, Ill., and later in Salt Lake City, Utah. Chris was a loving brother, husband, father and hands-on grandfather. He was devoted to the nurture and support of his family and to principals he held dear. One guiding principal was to care for our beautiful planet. It was out in nature that he found joy and renewal. His pur- suit of nature took him down many paths, skiing, trekking and mountain climbing in Utah. Here in Oregon, he pursued sailing and kayaking. Biking and tennis rounded out his favorite pastimes. He enjoyed participating in “Pole, Pedal, Paddle” with his daughter, son-in-law and grandsons. He was blessed with a ready sense of humor, a cherished family trait. He possessed an endless curiosity and love of learning. A man of integrity, he was admired by many, as he also took a keen interest in the support of others. In retirement, he was a mem- ber of the Florence Planning Commission and was active in the Florence Chapter of Habitat for Humanity. In Bend, he was on the board of the Bend Community Center. Immediate survivors include: Ellen Atkin, his wife of 50 years; daughters Carrie Atkin of Vancouver Wash., and J. Chloa and husband Malcolm Ulrich of Bend; his brother Randy Atkin, and wife Elizabeth, of Boston, Mass.; his sisters Bonnie Faulkner of Ohio and Debbie Atkin of Illinois; and grandsons Devin Atkin, Heath Ulrich and Karl Ulrich. We are indebted to Dr. William Schmidt and the Oncology team at BMC and Partners in Care Hospice. Chris fought a two-year termi- nal cancer battle with courage and grace. He was positive throughout, affirming that his had been a rich and full life. His legacy will burn bright in those who were most fortunate to know and love him. A celebration of his life serv- ice is planned for Saturday, Jan. 7, at 4 p.m., at the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 61980 Skyline Ranch Road in Bend. A reception will follow at 5 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Partners in Care Hospice at www.partnersbend .org. INGRAM—Ralph Ingram, 87, of Florence, passed away Dec. 20, 2016. A funeral service was held Tuesday, Dec. 27, at 1 p.m. at Burns’s Riverside Chapel Florence Funeral Home. 541•999•6078 FSA county election results released EUGENE — Results of the December 2016 election of Lane County Farm Service Agency (FSA) committee persons for 2017 were announced Thursday by Jean A. Larkin, County Executive Director. Lane County is divided into three communities for election purposes. This year’s election included the Coburg, Creswell, Springfield, Hwy 58 and Hwy 126 areas of Lane County. Elected to a three-year term was Andy Petersen, a cattle rancher and timber owner located in Springfield. Elected as first alternate was Gary Smith, a Springfield cattle rancher. Andy Petersen will serve with Harry McIntire of Cottage Grove and Bart Edwards and Maryrae Thomson, both of Junction City, on the FSA County Committee. The farmer-elected com- mittee is in charge of the local administration of national farm programs under the guidance of the Oregon State FSA Committee and applicable federal laws and regulations. Information about the FSA office and Committee can be obtained at 780 Bailey Hill Road Suite 5, in Eugene, by calling 541-465-6443 Ext 2, or email jean.larkin@or.usda. gov. For other information, visit the Oregon FSA website at www.fsa.usda.gov/or. WEATHER DATA D ATE Dec. Dec. Dec. Dec. Dec. Dec. Dec. H IGH 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 50 46 50 45 43 41 44 Rainfall Month: 9.09” L OW R AIN 36 34 33 34 32 31 31 0.84 0.00 0.24 0.58 0.31 0.00 0.34 Week: 2.31” Year: 85.84” Courtesy of Roger Cunningham Sky Lanterns to be illegal after Jan. 1 As of Jan. 1, Sky Lanterns (also known as aerial luminar- ies, Chinese lanterns, mini hot air balloons, UFO balloons, wish lanterns,) are illegal to release into Oregon airspace. A sky lantern is a paper sack suspended over a flame, usual- ly from a small candle or other lit device. The hot air from the flame causes the balloon to rise into the air and be carried off by the wind. “Although they are pretty, sky lanterns are uncontrolled, open-flamed devices that pose an extreme fire hazard to peo- ple, property, and the environ- ment,” said Oregon Chief Deputy State Fire Marshal Mariana Ruiz-Temple. “Once released you have no control over where they may land. They could end up on someone’s rooftop, in a tree, or a pile of debris and cause an unwanted fire,” he said. A number of states, as well as countries such as Germany, Australia and Brazil have out- lawed sky lanterns. As of Jan. 1, releasing a sky lantern into Oregon airspace will be a Class A violation sub- ject to a maximum penalty of $2,000. Celebration FTS INTERNET LOUNGE Join us on MONDAY, JANUARY 2ND For more information, call 503-934-8217. • Relaxed atmosphere in our lounge area with free secure High speed Wi-Fi. • Print, fax, scan, laminating and photo printing • Computers for use by day • Evening classes • Accessories and much more ! FACEBOOK.COM/PETERSENAUTODETAIL BOOKS & CLOTHING SALE OPEN NEW ’S R A E Y DAY January 1st & 2nd ALL BOOKS & CLOTHING We are now open until 8pm on Sunday! 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