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2A | WEDNESDAY, MAY 15, 2019 | COTTAGE GROVE SENTINEL On The Record Voters reminded to review both sides of Special Election ballot Ballots for the May 21 Special Election should have already arrived in the mail for all registered Lane County voters. But before turning in a ballot, voters should remember to review both sides of the ballot. “Lane County Elections wants to remind regis- tered voters to review both sides of their official bal- lot. Some registered voters will have additional voting opportunities on the back of their ballots,” said Lane County Clerk Cheryl Bet- schart. “Once a ballot has been returned it cannot be amended or recast.” Registered voters any- where in Oregon who have changed their address still have time to update their registration and qualify for a full ballot. Those with election-related questions should contact Lane Coun- ty Elections at 541-682- 4234. Voters in Cottage Grove and Creswell can drop off their ballots at the Cottage Grove Community Center, 700 E. Gibbs Ave., or at the City of Creswell office in Creswell, located at 97426 on the north side of parking lot (corner of South First and C streets). May proclaimed as Wildfire Awareness Month The governors of 11 western states have signed a proclamation recognizing May as Wildfire Awareness Month. The chief execu- tives of Oregon, Washing- ton, Nevada, California, Colorado, Idaho, Utah, Montana, Wyoming, North and South Dakota encour- age all citizens to “take steps to better prepare their home and communities for wildfires and work toward becoming a fire-adapted community.” These states, in part- nership with federal, state and local fire prevention agencies and organiza- tions, are working together to increase awareness of wildfires with programs, public service announce- ments, and opportunities for people to participate in community fire prevention projects. When it comes to pre- venting wildfires, there’s a lot at stake: lives, personal property, and the many val- ues provided by Oregon’s forests and rangelands. During the 2018 wildfire season, Oregonians were responsible for starting 1,330 wildfires that con- sumed over 329,000 acres. “It’s incredibly important that all Oregonians work with their neighbors to plan and prepare for fire season now,” said Kristin Babbs, president of the Keep Or- egon Green Association. “Educating yourself about how fires can get started will be key in reducing ac- cidental wildfire ignitions this summer.” Wildfires in the wild- land-urban interface are of- ten started by human activ- ity, such as debris burning or lawn mowing, and then spread to the forest. Once underway, a fire follows the fuel, whether it is trees or houses. “Simple and inexpensive Patricia “Patty” Ann Stout 1947-2019 Patricia May Akins 1938-2019 Patricia May Akins age 81 of Gold Beach, Oregon passed away May 8, 2019 of complications due to Parkinsons. Patricia was born January 2, 1938 in Ashland, Oregon to Leoan L. Beers and Idaleen (Simpson) Beers. Patricia married Jimmie Smith Akins July 5, 1955 in Cottage Grove, Oregon. Patricia attended college and business school and worked as a billing clerk and receptionist at the Eugene Clinic & Hospital and PeaceHealth. Patricia was an accomplished seamstress and enjoyed remodeling and decorating ed on London Road; turn right on Harris Drive, then right on Nellie Lane (The cemetery is on the left.) For more information, call 541-214-4074. her home. She enjoyed singing with the church choir and at the assisted living facility where she lived. Patricia is survived by son, Jim Akins of Creswell, OR; Dan Akins of Gold Beach, OR; Dave Akins (Patti) of Yoncalla, OR; Bob Akins (Sam) of Eugene, OR; Tom Akins (Janine) of Seattle, WA and daughter Becky Howlett (Mark) of Gold Beach, OR; sisters, Marilyn Lamm of Wichita, KS and Sharon Crosson of Redmond, OR; brothers John Beers of Capo Beach, CA and Doug Beers of Wasilla, AK; 14 grandchildren, 12 great- grandchildren and 1 great- great-grandchildren. Patricia was preceded in death by her husband Jimmie Smith Akins. Graveside service was held on May 10, 2019 at Sunset Hills Cementery Arrangements in care of Smith-Lund-Mills Funeral Chapel, 123 S 7th, Cottage Grove, OR. Special Event ALZHEIMER’S AND DEMENTIA SUPPORT Guest speaker Tara Blount, Executive Director, Magnolia Gardens Memory Care will discuss important signs to watch for in those living with dementia during the upcoming summer heat. Wednesday, May 22 – 6:30 p.m. Questions or concerns, call: Linda LaZar (541) 942-0054 1425 Daugherty Ave • Cottage Grove Herbert Jay Coon Herbert Jay Coon, 89, of Cot- tage Grove, OR passed away on May 7, 2019. He was born May 19, 1929 in Lake City, MI to par- Patricia “Patty” Ann Stout, 71 of Eugene, OR passed away April 27, 2019. She was born July 2, 1947 in San Diego, CA to parents Glenn G and Evelyn M. (Dobbs) Pruitt. Patty attended Ukiah High School in Ukiah, CA and worked various jobs, most recently as the Mainte- Coon. He served in the US Army at the end of World War II and the Korean War, earning the nance Supervisor for a hotel. She loved gardening, craft s and travel. She was a loving mother and dependable friend to many. Patty married James “Jim- my” Alan Stout on December 23, 1981 in Eugene, OR. Patty is survived by brother James Pruitt; daughter, Th eresa Dessa- so, Ellicott City, MD; son, War- ren Naumann, Sebastopol, CA; daughter, Erika Pierce, Sacra- mento, CA; step-daughter, Jes- sica Stout, Cottage Grove, OR; and 6 grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her hus- band James Stout (2018), broth- er Larry Pruitt, David Pruitt. No services are planned at this time. Arrangement in the care of Smith Lund Mills Funeral Chapel, Cottage Grove, OR. 10th Ave., on the corner of 10th and Lincoln streets in downtown Eugene. Pub- lic office hours are 9 a.m. to noon and 1 to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday. On Election Day, May 21, the Lane County Elections Office will be open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. 1929-2019 ents James and Pearl (Wiggins) Volunteers needed for cemetery clean-up Volunteers are being sought to help with a spring clean-up for the Taylor Lane Cemetery this Saturday, May 18, begin- ning at 9 a.m. The cemetery is locat- prevention strategies can make your home, family and community much saf- er,” Babbs said. “Spring is the perfect time to remove dead, flammable vegetation and limb up trees around the yard.” Join neighbors in reduc- ing your community’s wild- fire risk by committimg a couple of hours to raising wildfire awareness and working on projects that can protect homes and en- tire communities from the threat of fire. Other drop-off locations around Lane County are listed on Page 20-39 of the Lane County Voters’ Pam- phlet. Drop boxes are now open and will remain open until 8 p.m. on Election Day. The Lane County Elec- tions is located at 275 W. World War II Victory Medal and the Army of Occupation Medal. Herb retired from Pacifi c Power and Light as a district foreman, was a 70-year member of the In- ternational Brotherhood of the Electrical Worker and was also a member of the Masonic Lodge. He and Phillis Palmerton were married in Lake City, MI in the Methodist Church on January 15th, 1949. Herbert enjoyed the outdoors with camping, hunting, and trips to the coast. He liked country and west- ern music and, in his younger years, square dancing. He was an avid reader and loved west- ern and history books. Herbert is survived by his loving wife of 70 years and lifelong com- panion, Phillis; daughter Sandi and Mike Carnahan; daughter Connie & and Terry Pershall; daughter Gloria & Richard Densmore; all of Cottage Grove; son Chris & Shari Coon of Sa- lem, OR, 5 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by daughter, Jackie Erikson and 11 siblings. A funeral service will be held at 1:00 pm on May17th, 2019 at the Smith-Lund-Mills Funer- al Chapel, 123 S 7th, Cottage Grove, OR. Chauncey Erik Day 1984-2019 He lived his life on his terms, never wanting to work for the man, he wanted to be the man, & that is what he was. He was legendary. In line with that thinking, he started his own business, Daytime Construc- tion, Inc utilizing his artistic talents working with tile, gran- ite, marble, wood, etc to build Ronald L. Crawford beautiful showers countertops, Feb. 21, 1943 – Feb. 28, 2019 R onald L. Crawford 76, passed away peacefully on February 28, 2019 of pneumonia and COPD in Yuma, AZ. Ron was preceded in death by his parents Roy and Lila Crawford who were long time Cottage Grove Res- idents. He leaves behind his loving wife Brenda Shepherd, cousins Jack Stockton and Bil- lie Rutledge of Texas, moth- er-in-law Irene Shepherd and friend Bob Atkinson of Can- ada, brother-in-law Warren Shepherd and wife Sheryl. Ron graduated from Cot- tage Grove High School in 1961 and enlisted in the U.S. Navy where he served until 1963. He spent much of his Navy time on Guam. After the Navy, he was re- cruited by the Oregon State Police and faithfully served as a Sergeant for the next 30 years until his retirement in Salem, Oregon. As a retiree, Ron got a beautiful new motorhome and began traveling to the Arizona desert with his wife. They eventually bought a sec- ond house in Yuma, Az and became snowbirds. While there, they met many won- derful friends and enjoyed many “happy hours”. Ron was a member of the Cottage Grove Elks, Moose, Eagles and American Legion. Ron enjoyed riding his Har- ley motorcycle through the Columbia Gorge and was sad- dened by the fire that devasted that area. He also was an ac- complished pilot and received his certification in 1975. In his earlier days, he played steel guitar in a country west- ern band in Cottage Grove. He loved music and especially dancing, practical jokes and armadillos. He will be missed by all and his spirit will contin- ue forever after. Chauncey Erik Day passed fl oors, kitchens & bathrooms. away on April 30, 2019, at the He recently added Epoxy Resin age of 34 in Bend, OR. He was fl oors to his repertoire of talents. born on Oct 2, 1984, in Cottage Chauncey is loved by many, Grove to Karen S. Douglass and many friends & family from all David R. Day, both of Cottage over, including Vietnam where Grove. He attended La Salle and he lived for a time, teaching En- Marist High Schools, as well glish. He loved camping, boat- as Cottage Grove High School ing, swimming, skiing, hiking, where he graduated in 2003. He and generally being out of the received his Associates Degree city playing and having fun with from Lane Community College. his family & friends. His passing Chauncey was a one of a kind has left a hole in all our hearts. individual in the true sense that He is survived by his parents, there is no other kind like that two brothers, Jayson Beebe of individual. He brought a lot of Springfi eld and Bjorn Day of emotions to many people and Cottage Grove, a nephew Carter impacted Every single person Beebe & niece Peyton Beebe, that came across him. If you both of Springfi eld, and numer- met him, you would never for- ous aunts, uncles, and cousins. get him, the beloved and un- A Celebration of Life will be forgettable Mr. Day. Chauncey held on Sat. May 18” at 1:00 at was a dreamer. He thought big, the Elks Lodge, 755 N River Rd, worked hard & played harder. 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