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2 A SIUSLAW NEWS ❚ WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 17, 2018 OBITUARIES MOBLEY —Benjamin Bruce Mobley, 55, of Florence, passed away Jan. 5, 2018. Born June 18, 1962, Ben lived his life out in Florence, where he was born and raised by Carol a n d Benjamin Benjamin Mobley. Mobley H i s greatest treasures in life were his two sons and grandchil- dren. He was the jokester of the family and would tease the kids any chance he got. He loved his family very much and will be missed greatly. He is survived by his two sons: Byron and Blake Mobley; his brother, Jack Mobley; two grandchildren, many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. The family will be having a celebration of life at the Woahink Lake meeting hall on Saturday, Jan. 27, at 2 p.m. This will be a non-formal event where friends and fami- ly can reflect on their time with Ben by enjoying some food (food and drinks will be provided) and share stories. Burns’s Riverside Chapel Florence Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements. In lieu of flowers, contribu- tions can be made to a memo- rial fund setup in Ben’s name that may be left at the celebra- tion or with Burns’s Riverside Chapel. NYBERG—Our beloved Claudia Nyberg died peaceful- ly in her favorite chair in her lovely Florentine Estates home, at the age of 79, on the evening of Jan. 2, 2018. She bravely fought an ill- ness for three years, was fiercely independent (getting a haircut from Lisa, a blood test and picking up groceries at Fred Myers on the day of her death.) She was empathetic, gener- ous, keenly observant and loyal to many long-time friends (Gini Schwerin, Lili Hunter, R o x y Shope, Juel Ann North, and Lloyd Little) yet she was pleased to be helpful Claudia in the lives Nyberg of younger friends like Melinda Enlow and Jaiden, Leah Goodwin, as well as the Peace Health staff and especially Nurse Liz in Wound Care. Brooke Shafer, Sharon David and Nancy Mattice assisted in her passing. Officer Merriman’s com- passion deserves praise and Courtney Burns and Andy’s quiet kindness was appreciat- ed. POLICE LOG Florence Police Jan. 7 Fire was reported in the 5600 block of Shady Lane. Dispute was reported in the 2100 block of 17th Street. Dispute was reported at 23rd and Upas Streets. Dispute was reported in the 1700 block of Eighth Street. Jan. 8 Arrest, with warrant, was reported in the 1600 block of 12th Street. Accident was reported in the 5900 block of East Glenada Road. Theft from vehicle was reported in the 2300 block of Coastal Highlands Drive. Jan. 9 Dispute was reported in the 100 block of Highway 101. Theft from vehicle was reported in the 100 block of Park Village Drive. Accident, with injury, was reported at the .6 mp marker of North Chestnut Street. Dispute was reported in the 5800 block of Lake Street. Driving while suspended was reported at 36th and Oak Street. Jan. 10 Accident, with unknown injury, was reported in the 88000 block of Third Avenue. Fraud was reported in the 3300 block of Redwood Loop. Accident, without injury, was reported at mp marker 28 on Highway 126. Dispute was reported in the 1000 block of Laurel Street. Jan. 11 Fraud was reported in the 1000 block of 10th Street. Accident, without injury, was reported at Heceta Beach. Dispute was reported in the 4000 block of Highway 101. Jan. 12 Theft from vehicle was reported in the 100 block of Park Village Drive. Accident, without injury, was reported at Glenada Road and Highway 101 Jan. 13. Accident, without injury, was reported at mp marker 195 on Highway 101. Arrest, with warrant, was reported at 20th and Pine Streets. Dispute was reported in the 2300 block of Coastal Highlands Drive. Claudia was a native Oregonian, born and raised in Portland by Betty and Claude Nyberg, both deceased. She graduated from Jefferson High School in Portland, earned a BA at the University of Oregon where she played golf, then received a Masters Degree in Guidance and Counseling from Oregon State University. She began her teaching career in Bend, moved to Portland’s Cleveland High School, and was later accepted into a NDEA Guidance and Counseling program. From there, her empathy for, and understanding of, ado- lescent behavior led to a suc- cessful counseling and admin- istrative career in education until her retirement in Simi Valley, Calif. Claudia entered the ski busi- ness in Santa Monica Calif., along with her partner of 44 years, Dr. Marilyn Buchanan. They traveled extensively for the business, retired to Florence and fished every Summer in Kitimat, B.C., transferring their skills from the classroom to teaching chil- dren ways to fish. Just before the snows came, they packed up fresh-frozen salmon and headed home to share many salmon dinners with friends. Claudia was a homebody who understood the need for people to feel the warmth of a roof over their heads. She bequeathed her home to Habitat for Humanity, assisted by Carol and Rodger Bennett. She adored her many Schnauzers and, as her life closed down, was delighted by dozens of hummingbirds. She is irreplaceable. Her standard comment: “Each day is a new adventure” will be repeated by those who knew her. Burns’s Riverside Chapel Florence Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements. It’s Possible to Own a Home Even with a Modest Income! Florence Habitat for Humanity Invites You to Apply! Information and home ownership applications will be available at each of the listed public meetings. Eligible applicants are those who have lived or worked within the Siuslaw Fire District for at least one year and are legal U. S. residents. For additional information call Florence Habitat for Humanity at 541-902-9227. Please attend one of the following meetings. First Meeting Date and Time: Tuesday, January 30, 1:30 p.m. Day-use hours to change at Honeyman State Park beginning Jan. 22 Effective Jan. 22, the hours of operation at the East Woahink, West Woahink and Sand Dune day use areas at Jessie M. Honeyman State Park will revert to standard daylight business hours, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Access from Canary Road will be gated overnight, and opened daily, as posted. Park Manager Justin Helberg noted that gates to the areas had been kept open as a courtesy to dog walkers, jog- gers and other users who come to the areas early — or late — in the day. The West Woahink and Sand Dune areas were being used respectfully, with a few isolated incidents. However, East Woahink suffered from vandalism and persistent, serious problems with unauthorized driving. This left the natural, grassy area damaged beyond routine repair. Helberg was concerned the East Woahink problems would spread to the other two areas, which prompted the after-hours closure of all three sites. Second Meeting Date and Time: “It’s very unfortunate,” Helberg said. “But the East Woahink area has become so degraded and the incidents so frequent that we are now con- cerned for public safety.” Helberg said that because all three day use areas are somewhat isolated, reports of problems often come too late for staff or law enforcement to intervene. Park hours are posted on signs around the park. Visitors can also check the state park website at www.oregonstate parks.org. Thursday, February 1, 7:00 p.m. Third Meeting Date and Time: Saturday, February 3, 10:00 a.m. All meetings will be held at the Florence Habitat for Humanity offi ce, 2004 Highway 101, Florence, Oregon st Every dollar donated to ShelterBox USA during the Show will be matched up to $10,000 by Show Management. Make your donation at the Eugene Delta Rotary exhibit with the actual emergency aid supplies & tent delivered to families worldwide who have lost everything during natural disasters and humanitarian crises. ShelterBoxUSA.org annual January 19-21 Tips to Successful Yard Sales & Designer Recycle/Upcycle Decor Prizes! Booksignings to Follow DYI Kits or Fully Customized International Homes of Cedar $5 Butterfly Entry Fee
