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SIUSLAW NEWS | SATURDAY, JUNE 8, 2019 | 5A VETERAN from page 1A Florence Disabled Ameri- can Veterans (DAV) Chapter 23 provides free transporta- tion to veterans five days a week, if needed, to hospitals in Portland, Eugene and Rose- burg for ongoing treatment and medical appointments. Swantz, the senior vice commander, has been making the more than 12-hour trip each week for seven years, in addition to the other volunteer work he does in town. “Most of the vets I work with are Korean or Vietnam vets. I do have a couple of WWII vets, but most of the people I transport, male and female, are from the Korea or Vietnam era,” he said. Swantz has been recognized statewide and on a national level for his volunteer efforts relating to veterans’ issues. He will be attending a ceremony in Washington D.C. later this month to receive his award at the 2019 DAV National Con- vention. The DAV recognizes a vol- unteer in every state, each year, to receive the George H. Seal Memorial Award. The award honors the mem- ory and accomplishments of George H. Seal, a World War II combat-injured paratroop- er who made many signif- icant contributions during his lengthy career as a DAV national representative and member of the National Advi- sory Committee. This prestigious commen- dation is given to an individ- ual that provides an outstand- ing example of service and dedication to the needs of ill and injured veterans. Swantz is the recipient of the award for the State of Oregon. In 2018, DAV volunteers donated more than 1.4 million hours of their time nation- wide. “I co-chair the Veterans Pa- rade Committee and I’m in- volved with buddy poppies for the VFW (Veterans of Foreign Wars) and forget-me-nots for the DAV. I clean up the airport and Veteran’s Memorial Park, but mostly I think I received this award for the work I do driving the DAV van.” Swantz has been assisting vets in getting to their medical appointments for the last sev- en years but he also provides direction and encouragement to other veterans who may not realize the help the gov- ernment and local support groups, like the Band of Broth- ers, can provide. “I feel an obligation to my fellow veterans to help to take care of them if they can’t take care of themselves,” Swantz said. “I drive the van for two purposes. … One is to get them to their appointments, but the second reason is to make sure they know what they are entitled to. It’s amaz- ing how many vets I take to Portland that don’t know what they are entitled too. A lot of guys that I talk with feel they don’t deserve to be compen- sated; they say, ‘All I did was serve my time.’” Swantz is pleased that his volunteer work has been rec- ognized but deflects the atten- tion he is receiving by pointing to the work other vets in the area are doing. “I’m proud of the fact that I received this award, but I don’t think I do any more than any- body else. I realize they have to give it to someone, but I didn’t do anything more than any other volunteer does. I was just the one they decided deserved it this year,” he said. Swantz also wants to re- mind the community that Flag Day is Friday, June 14. There will be an official “retirement” ceremony for American flags that are old or have deteriorat- ed to the point where they are Little Log Church to host Renaissance experience On Saturday, June 8 at 3 p.m., the remarkable ensem- ble Byrdsong Consort will be returning to the Little Log Church and Museum in Yachats for a special program of instrumental and vocal music. The concert features pieces from the 16th through 18th centuries, as well as original arrangements of traditional songs and dance melodies for viols, violins, recorders, flutes, harpsichord and voice. Composers include O’Ca- rolan, Playford, Brade, Fal- conieri and a special nod to composers of our own time: the Beatles. The group’s name “Byrd- song Consort” refers to Wil- liam Byrd, an English com- poser of the renaissance. The musicians are Michael Bardossi, Alice Barkan, Julia Heydon, Elinora Sears, and Tom Sears, all of Eugene. Located at Munsel Lake Road and North Fork Road Worship Services 10:00 AM Sunday All are welcome! 541-997-7268 And we are still looking for a few more drivers for the DAV van.” Swantz can be reached at 541-968-9512. For more in- formation on Florence DAV, stop by 1715 21st St. or call 541-997-8060. Let me Showcase your property. Price Reduced Siuslaw News + Richard Beaudro Principal Broker 541 991-6677 1601-516 Rhododendron Dr – Super clean West Greentrees 2 bdrm, 2 bath home with a 1-car garage. Enjoy the private, wind protected covered deck, and a yard area. This is a must see! $149,000. #2953-19124700 1749 Highway 101 • 541-997-1200 Buying or Selling? I can help. Amy Johnson Broker, CSA 541 999-7875 90310 Hwy 101 – North Lakes area home near beaches and horse trails. Cute 2 bdrm home on 1.27 acres with large deck. Parking space for RVs and toys. Enjoy the many outbuildings/shops and yard with a fi sh pond and mature landscaping. $285,000. #2891-18466892 1749 Highway 101 • 541-997-1200 This will be their third appearance at the Little Log Church, with its unique in- terior design of the Little Log Church lending itself to a rich acoustical experience. The suggested donation is $10 per person. A portion of the proceeds will be given to the Little Log Church and Museum. The Log Church is located at 328 West Third St. in the heart of Yachats. J OIN U S I N W ORSHIP THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS unusable. “Folks can take their old flags to the Elks Lodge, which has a collection point, or they can drop them by the DAV office when they are open, or they can call me and I will come by and pick them up. FLORENCE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Worship Services 10:00 a.m. Sunday Adult Classes at 9am; Children’s Sunday School at 10:30m Coff ee Fellowship Following Service 2nd & Kingwood • (541) 997-6025 In 2019 we will be celebrating the 80th anniversary of our business in Florence. It is time to express the appreciation and gratitude we feel, and have always felt, for the friendship, trust and loyalty of those who live in this community. It is your confi dence in us and your continued patronage that has made these 80 years such a pleasurable experience. Th ank you. Johnston Motor Company Since 1939 2150 Hwy. 101 • Florence (541) 997-3475 • 1-800-348-3475 FOURSQUARE CHURCH COMMUNITY BAPTIST CHURCH 4590 Hwy. 101, Across from Fred Meyer –- 997-7418 Sunday School, 9:30a.m. – Worship, 10:45 Wed. Prayer - 6:00 p.m. –Wed. Ministries 1-8 Grade 7 p.m. 1624 Highway 101 (next to A&W) –- 997-6337 Pastor George Pagel – Something for the entire family. Sun. Services: 10:45 a.m., Wed. Bible Study 7 p.m. Website:fl orence4square.com CROSS ROAD ASSEMBLY OF GOD NEW LIFE LUTHERAN CHURCH, E.L.C.A. Corner of 10th & Maple –997-3533 Wednesday, 7 p.m. - Family Connections Adult Bible Class, 9:30am on Sundays. Sunday Services, 9am and 10:45am. fl orencecrossroadag.org • offi ce@fl orencecrossroadag.org 21st & Spruce Street – 997-8113 Adult Forum 9 a.m. Worship service: Sun. 10:30am Welcome to all! www.fl orencenewlifelutheran.org FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH - SBC PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH OF THE SIUSLAW 1935 25th St. – 997-7660 • Pastor, Ron Allen Series “People of the Bible.” on Wednesdays 6 p.m. A friendly place to worship, vacationers welcome. Sun.; 11am & 6pm, Sunday school 9:45am. FLORENCE CHRISTIAN CHURCH 2nd & Ivy – 997-2961 –Non-Denominational Worship Service: 9:00 am & 10:30 am Middle School and High School youth groups meet on Wednesday. FLORENCE CHURCH OF CHRIST Pre-Denominational (Romans 16:16) 1833 Tamarack Street (2 blocks east of Hwy. 101 on 18th St.) Bible Study: Sunday 10 a.m.; Worship: Sunday 11 a.m. www.churchofchristfl orence.org FLORENCE CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 12th and Nopal –997-9020 • Worship Service 10:30 a.m. Saturdays, Mens’ Breakfast @ 8 a.m. Online Worship Service@ fl orencenaz.church Wednesdays Celebrate Recovery 5 pm facebook:fl orenceoregonchurchoft henazarene FLORENCE EVANGELICAL CHURCH 1318 Rhododendron Dr. • 541-997-2523 Sunday Service 11am ( Children Sunday School) Mid-Week Activities, all ages. Traditional Worship Service 10:00 a.m. , Reverend Greg Wood Sunday School and Nursery – Organ and Choir All Welcome. Come as you are. 3996 N Hwy 101 997-7136 RELIGIOUS SOCIETY OF FRIENDS (QUAKERS) “War is still not the answer.” FCNL We worship in homes at 11am Sundays Call 997-4237 or 902-9511 for locations. RESURRECTION LUTHERAN CHURCH, L.C.M.S. Every Sun., Bible Class 9 a.m., Worship Service 10 a.m. 85294 Hwy. 101 S. – 997-8038 DVD of Weekly worship service available. Pastor Randy Benscoter FLORENCE UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST FELLOWSHIP 87738 Hwy 101 at Heceta Beach Road RUAUU? All are welcome to explore the answer. Sunday Worship Service ~ 10:00 a.m. www.FlorenceUUF.org - (541) 997.2840 Fri.-Sat., 6/7-6/8 9am-3pm 1489 Airport Rd. Small fi shing boat, misc. tools, small trains & track, lots of other stuff. In-Garage Sale Fri.-Sat. 8am-2pm 2288 11th Street House décor, some tools, household plus various other items. Community Wide Yard Sale Fri.-Sat. 6/7-6/8 Gates open to the public from 8am-3pm Greentrees Village 1600 Rhododendron Drive MOVING/DOWNSIZING Everything must go Fri-Sat, 6/7-6/8 9am-2pm 1350 Mulberry Lane Tools, furniture, area rugs, artwork, dinnerware, linens, adult clothing, small appli- ances, mini fridge, house- hold items, lots more. No early birds. Estate/Moving Sale Fri.-Sat., 6/7-6/8 9am-3pm 31 Shoreline Drive Garage metal shelving, furniture, Bosch mixer, GE Toaster/Oven, follow bright green signs. Fri.-Sun., 6/7-6/9 9am-4pm 88089 Highway 101 N. Tools & Household items. ST. ANDREW’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH 2135 19th St. –- 997-6600 8:30am, Tuesdays, Morning Prayer Sunday Services: 8 a.m. and 10 a.m. - Wed, 11 a.m. Everyone Welcome – Come walk our Labyrinth. SAINT MARY, OUR LADY OF THE DUNES CATHOLIC CHURCH Masses: Sat. 5:30 p.m., Sun. 11:00 a.m. 1.5 miles south of river on Hwy 101 – 997-2312 FLORENCE SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST 4445 Hwy 101 (South of Fred Meyer) – 997-3951 Worship on Saturday 10:30 A.M. Adult/Children’s Sabbath School 9:15 A.M. Fri.-Sat. 9am-3pm 269 Ivy Street Tools, saws, planers, household items & gardening items. Join Us In Worship 4 lines, approx 15 words, $10 a week 4 week Minimum Deadline 3 p.m. Mondays. 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