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2A | WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 13, 2019 | SIUSLAW NEWS On The Record OBITUARIES BENNETT—Ardella avid Beaver fan. On June 22, 1947, in M. Bennett, 90, of Flor- Reedsport, she married ence, died Feb. 3, 2019. Robert S. Ben- Ardella was nett. Bob and born Dec. 10, Ardella raised 1928, in Olym- three daugh- pia, Wash., the ters and lived in daughter of Corvallis, Klam- Herman and ath Falls, Salem Dorothy Husen. and Beaverton, She attended Ore., as well as school in Bor- Ardella Spokane, Bain- deaux, Wash., Bennett bridge Island and graduated and Poulsbo, from Reedsport High School in 1946. She Wash. During those years, attended Oregon State University and became an Ardella was an involved 60th ANNIVERSARY and supportive mother. She served as Girl Scout leader, PTA member and Mother Advisor for Rain- bow Girls. She famous- ly kept her daughters dressed in clothing that she sewed, including two wedding dresses. In addition to sewing, Ardella expressed her creativity through her artwork, crafts and gar- dening. Wherever they lived, Ardella and Bob enjoyed camping, fishing and many strong friendships. Growing up on the Or- egon Coast and having so many fond memories there, they decided to move to Florence when Bob retired. Ardella was an active member of the Presbyte- rian Church of the Siu- slaw. She also enjoyed her involvement in PEO, Masonic Widows and playing bridge with Flo- rentine neighbors. Ardella is survived by her daughters: Terresa Hodge (Gerry) of Olym- pia, Wash., Dorothy Cole- man (Doug) of Bremer- ton, Wash., and Barbara Herrman (Tim) of Col- lege Station, Texas. She is also survived by four grandchildren, Tony, Joel, Andrea and Doro- thy, and three frequent- ly photographed great grandchildren. Ardella was preceded in death by her sister Mary Perkins. A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 16, at the Presbyterian Church of the Siuslaw. Memorials in her name may be made to the Pres- byterian Church of the Siuslaw in Florence. Burns’s Riverside Chap- el Florence Funeral Home was in charge of arrange- ments. SCALF—William “Bil- ly” Scalf Jr, 54, passed away Feb. 6, 2019, in Eu- gene. Services will be held later this spring. Arrangements are under the direction of Dunes Memorial Chapel. FIELD TEST CANDIDATES WANTED URGENT NOTICE: You may be qualified to participate in a special Field Test of new hearing instrument technology being held at a local test site. Leo and Shirley Stapleton On Jan. 23, 1959, Leo and Shirley Stapleton got mar- ried in Ojai, Calif. This year, they celebrated their 60th wedding anniver- sary at Disneyland, where they went for their honey- moon. They have lived in Flor- ence since 1974 and have one son, three daughters, five grandsons and one granddaughter. We are looking for additional candidates in Florence and the surrounding areas. Dates: February 13 - February 15, 2019 Product Test Sites: Winter travel conditions to continue across Oregon Oregon highway man- agers are expecting trou- blesome driving condi- tions to remain across northern state highways for the next 3 to 4 days. Interstate 84 through the Columbia Gorge re- mains a primary focus of snow and ice removal ef- forts with the addition- al concern about heavy rainfall in the western Gorge. Va r i o u s l o c a t i o n s along the highway are experiencing heavy winds as well. Weather conditions across the northern tier of highways remain un- stable with temperatures hovering at just above or just below freezing. Motorists can expect to find a patchwork of conditions due to vary- ing temperatures within short proximity, with associated snow, ice and An industry leader in digital hearing devices is sponsoring a product field test in your area next week and they have asked us to select up to 15 qualified candidates to participate. They are interested in determining the benefits of GENIUS™ 3.0 Technology in eliminating the difficulty hearing aid users experience in difficult environments, such as those with background noise or multiple talkers. Candidates in other test areas have reported very positive feedback so far. possibly freezing rain found adjacent to nearly bare highway surfaces. East of the gorge ex- pect heavy snow in mountain passes and high winds in some ar- eas. Motorists should be prepared to install chains when required and plan extra travel time. ODOT snow removal teams are on a 24-7 work status with extra crews being deployed to Inter- state 84 as necessary. Motorists are urged to understand driving con- ditions on their selected travel routes ahead of leaving from the point of origin and to use Trip- check.com to “know be- fore you go”. Stay on main highways and avoid following GPS navigation devices onto unfamiliar routes that may not be plowed or passable. Dunes Memorial Chapel serving Florence and the surrounding area “ Our Family, Serving Your Family” Burial & Cremation Service • Onsite Crematory Columnbarium Spaces • Pre-need Planning Serving Lane, Douglas and Coos County NORTH BEND 1938 Newmark St., North Bend, OR, 97459 FLORENCE 2775 Hwy 101 Suite B Florence, OR 97439 NEWPORT 1217 N. Coast Hwy. Suite D Newport, OR 97365 541-236-2628 541-423-3142 541-435-2753 In an effort to accurately demonstrate the incredible performance of these devices, specially trained representatives will be conducting testing and demonstrations during this special event. In addition to an audiometric hearing evaluation, candidates will receive a fiber-optic otoscope exam, a painless procedure that could reveal common hearing problems such as excessive wax or damage to the eardrum, as well as other common cause of hearing deficiencies. Qualified Field Test Candidates: • Live in Florence or the surrounding area • Are at least 55 years of age or older • Have experienced some level of hearing difficulty, or currently wear hearing aids • Don’t currently work for a market research company • Call BEFORE February 15, 2019. We have a limited supply of the GENIUS™ 3.0 test product currently on hand and ready for testing. We have also been authorized to offer significant discounts if you decide to take the hearing instruments home. If you choose not to keep them, there’s no risk or obligation of any kind.† TO PARTICIPATE: 1) You must be one of the first 15 people to call our office Mention Code: 19FebField. 2) You will be required to have your hearing tested in our office, FREE OF CHARGE, to determine candidacy. 3) Report your results with the hearing instruments to the Hearing Care Specialist over a three week test period. FIELD TEST PARTICIPANTS Will be tested and selected same-day. Qualified candidates will be selected on a first-come, first-served basis so please call us TODAY to secure your spot in the Product Field Test. Participants who qualify and complete the product test will receive a FREE $100 Restaurant.com Gift Card* as a token of our thanks. Exp. February 15, 2019 AVOID WAITING CALL AND MENTION CODE: 19FebField! *One per household. Must be 55 or older and bring loved one for familiar voice test. Must complete a hearing test. Not valid with prior test/purchase in last 6 months. While supplies last. Free gift card may be used toward the purchase of food at participating restaurants where a minimum purchase may also be required. See restaurant. com for details. Not redeemable for cash. Promotional offer available during special event dates only. †If you are not completely satisfied, the aids may be returned for a full refund within 30 days of the completion of fitting, in satisfactory condition. See store for details. Dunes Memorial Chapel 2300 Frontage Road, Reedsport, Oregon 97467 • 541-271-2822 VOICE YOUR OPINION! — Write a Letter to the Editor today: Editor@TheSiuslawNews.com
