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2A | APRIL 22, 2021 | COTTAGE GROVE SENTINEL On The Record City’s annual Tree Branch Pick-Up returning in May Daryl Ann Williams The City of Cottage Grove’s annual Tree Branch and Limb Pick- up is only about a month away. With the upcoming opportunities for great weather, now is the time to trim and start col- lecting the limbs and branches to put out for the city crews to pick up. The first round of the Tree Branch and Limb Pickup will begin on Monday, May 3. The Tree Branch and Limb Pickup is meant to provide an opportunity for residents to trim trees and shrubs specifically those trees and shrubs that are located along streets and sidewalks and dispose of those materi- als at no cost. Trees are supposed to be trimmed up to eight feet above sidewalks and over 13 feet above the street. Residents are asked to pay particular attention to those trees and their impact on the sidewalks and streets. Make sure that no tree branches block signs. In addition to trim- ming the trees that are to purchase onsite. Pre-orders will con- tinue through tomor- row, April 23. All sales final. Pick up in Eugene on April 24, between noon and 6 p.m. Location disclosed af- ter purchase. Order plants online at www.lcmgaplantsale. square.site For more informaton, contact Laura Hoover by email at lcmgaplant sale@gmail.com 1935-2021 Irene Wilson 86, of Dorena, OR passed away April 9, 2021. Irene was born March 2, 1935 in Cleveland, OH. Irene was a homemaker and enjoyed quilting, animals and The family of Eric Rounsaville would like to thank you for the cards, flowers, food, and money following his passing. The sympathy and support at this difficult time is much appreciated. It has been a great comfort to us. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Eric Irby Robinson, 64, died at home in Cottage Grove, Oregon on April 2, 2021 of cancer. He was born in Munich Germany on May 16, 1956 to William and Eliza- beth (Archer) Robinson. Eric graduated from Clover Park High in Tacoma, WA and Washington State University. He is survived by his wife (541) 942-0185 123 S. 7th St., Cottage Grove Visit smithlundmills.com for more information. of 40 years Diane (Wells) Robinson; daughter Amanda (Travis); Thomas (Carla); Emily (Jose); his 3 treasured grandchildren; sister Tammy in South Korea, and his brother Skip Cable from B.C. Canada. Eric drove truck 4 million SAFE miles in his 25 plus years of driving. He is a lifelong fan of the San Francisco Giants and taught the entire family to love the game of baseball. Being a driver most of his friends are up and down I-5 so we will be having a memorial BBQ in July. He was met at Heaven’s door by Sham and Smarty, the 2 best dogs ever! Arrangements in the care of Smith-Lund-Mills Funeral Chapel, Cottage Grove. 1951-2021 Teresa Michele Heib, 69, of Drain, OR passed away on April 12, 2021. She was born on October 5, 1951 in North Vernon, IN to parents Robert and Marjorie (Avery) Th ayer. She graduated high school and Helen Marie Hull, 87, of Cottage Grove, Oregon passed away on April 12, 2021. She was born October 22, 1933 in Duluth, Minnesota to parents John and Lila (Brandt) Ikola. Aft er graduating high school, Helen worked at the Hot Spot Café and Bakery in Cottage Grove. Helen married Ronald Ray Hull on December 27, 1953. She was a member of the Church of Christ on Sixth and Gibbs. Helen was a homemak- er who enjoyed gardening and 07/07/1950 - 04/10/2021 Robert Lee Mullins (Bob), 70, loving husband and father died on April 10, 2021 in Eu- gene, OR. He was born in Cot- tage Grove, OR on July 7, 1950 to Pascal and Sybil (Pearson) Mullins. He lived in Cottage Grove his entire life. He mar- ried Barbara M. Th ies in Au- gust 1969. Bob began his career working at the local Weyerhae- user mill. He then went on to purchase his own truck and 1933-2021 1957-2021 Danny “Dan” Clinton Min- er, 63, of Cottage Grove, OR passed away on April 12, 2021. He was born in Eugene, OR on October 26, 1957 to parents Henry and Ida (Crawford) Miner. Aft er graduating from high school he began his ca- reer working for Bob Mullins Trucking. He worked for the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) and most recently as a fl eet manager for Koos Trans- portation. He married Kathy Th weatt, they later divorced. He married Lynn Jones on from there his company grew to become a very successful business. Bob was the proud owner of Bob Mullins Truck- ing and two rock quarries in the area. Bob had a passion for collecting and restoring classic cars. His favorite was his 1937 Chevy that he purchased when he was 14 years old. Bob is sur- vived by two daughters, Me- lissa Mullins, Megan Millard, her spouse Adam and their 3 children, Audrey, Natalie and Mavrick; two brothers, Don Mullins, Bill Mullins and his wife Linda. Bob was preceded in death by his wife and love of his life, Barbara in May 2018 and his sister Gilda. A Cele- bration of Life will be held lat- er this year. In lieu of fl owers, a donation to the Pete Moore Hospice House may be consid- ered. Arrangements in the care of Smith Lund Mills Funeral Chapel. Mary Ellen Ladd Danny “Dan” Clinton Miner December 10, 1988 in Lake Tahoe, NV. Dan enjoyed fi sh- ing, playing guitar, and singing. He loved attending his grand- children’s sporting events, spending time with his family and friends. Dan is survived by his loving wife, Lynn Miner, Cottage Grove, OR; daughter, Casey Graves and husband Tony, Cottage Grove, OR; son, Michael Jenkins and wife Kari, Creswell, OR; daughter, Jenni- fer Hand and husband Den- ver, Gilchrist, OR; son, Danny Miner Jr., Eugene, OR; daugh- ter, Sarah Brown and husband Travis, Tacoma, WA; 13 grand- children and 1 great-grand- child. A Visitation will be held on Friday, April 16, 2021 from 5:00 – 7:00 PM at Smith Lund Mills Funeral Chapel, Cottage Grove, OR. A Funeral will be held on Saturday, April 17, 2021 at 3:00 PM at Smith Lund Mills followed by interment at Brumbaugh Cemetery, Cottage Grove, OR. married Rick Heib on October 9, 1969 in Las Vegas, NV. Tere- sa was a homemaker and a vet- erinary technician. She loved bird watching and tending to her fl owers. Teresa’s greatest joy was her grandchildren. She is survived by her loving hus- band of 52 years, Rick Heib, Drain, OR; daughters, Rachel Johnson and husband Tim, MT; Danielle Farley, Drain, OR; Tawny Erickson, Drain, OR; Heather Foster, Yorba Lin- da, CA; and mother, Marjorie Th ayer; 6 grandchildren. A Visitation was held. Arrange- ments in care of Smith Lund Mills Funeral Chapel, Cottage Grove, OR. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Robert Lee “Bob” Mullins 1933-2021 taking care of her family. Helen is survived by three sons, Carl Hull, of Richland Center, WI; son Darrel Hull of Creswell, OR; son Danny Hull of Cottage Grove, OR three daughters, Linda Vigil of Cottage Grove, OR; daughter Patty Mrvich of Cottage Grove, OR; daughter, Launa Jones, Gladstone, OR; sister Eleanor Saltsgaver of Yuma, AZ; 21 grandchildren and 41 great-grandchildren and 1 great-great grandchild. She was preceded in death by her loving husband of 60 years, Ronald Hull in July 2014, 4 siblings, and 1 grandchild. A Funeral will be held on Satur- day, April 24, 2021 at 11:00 at the Church of Christ, 6th and Gibbs. Interment at Brum- baugh Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Church of Christ, 6th and Gibbs. Arrangements in the care of Smith-Lund-Mills Fu- neral Chapel, Cottage Grove, OR. to Charles and Uleta Marsh. She graduated from Cottage Grove High School in 1969. Daryl married Dennis Wil- liams on April 12, 1969. Th ey moved to Salem, OR in 1978 where she helped with the family business un- til her passing. In 1994 they moved to rural Polk county. Daryl is survived by her mother, husband, daughter Ali Williams, son Matt Wil- liams, four grandsons and one great-granddaughter. Farnstrom Mortuary is caring for the family. Share memories and condolences at Farnstrom- Mortuary.com. Teresa Michele Heib Helen Marie Hull Why Pre-Plan? Pre-Planning makes matters easier for those you love. Pre-Planning allows you to provide guidance to your family after your death. Pre-Planning allows you to control potential expenses of a funeral and disposition. Pre-Planning provides an advanced opportunity to assemble life data. Daryl Ann Williams passed away on March 30, 2021 at her home Monmouth home with her husband of nearly 52 years at her side. She was born on September 4, 1950 in Cottage Grove, Oregon 1956-2021 1940-2021 Harley Edward Lewis Jr., 80, of Cottage Grove, Or- egon passed away January 12. 2021. Harley was born to parents Harley and Millicent (Owen) Lewis December 28, 1940 in Roland, Oklahoma. Aft er graduating from Sier- ra High School in Tollhouse, California, Harley attended Fresno State College and re- ceived his bachelor’s as a die- sel mechanic. Harley worked as a tree surgeon for Juanquin County, and as a heavy diesel mechanic for Weyerhaeuser, Eugene Sand and Gravel, and spending time with family. Irene is survived by her daughters Pam Wilson of Cot- tage Grove, OR; Vicki Jacob- son of Junction City, OR; son David Wilson of Dorena, OR; step-daughter Mary Parks and Donna Robertson of Flori- da and step-son Gary Wilson of Florida; 7 grandchildren; 7 great-grandchildren and 7 step-grandchildren. Irene was preceded in death by her husband Joe Wilson and a grandchild. A service was held. Arrangements in care of Major Family Funeral Home of Springfi eld, OR. Eric Irby Robinson Harley Edward Lewis Jr. at Rexius where he retired. He started racing stock cars on a dirt track in his 20’s and won several championships at Pla- cerville, CA and Cottage Grove Speedways, as well as earning a place on the hall of fame at both speedways. Harley loved the outdoors, camping, fi shing, and hunting. He is survived by his son Harley (Mary) Lewis lll, of Turlock, CA; son Benja- min (Denise) Lewis of Stock- ton, CA; daughter Elizabeth (Pat) Risso of Cottage Grove, OR;daughter Rebecca (John- ny) Lewis of Glendale, AZ; son Jonathon Lewis of Lebanon, OR; sister Ruth Long of Au- berry, CA; sister Joan Tibbet of CO; 13 grandchildren and 19 great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by his parents. A Cel- ebration of Life to be held on Friday, April 30, 2021 at 11:00 AM at Calvary Baptist Church, 77873 S. 6th St., Cottage Grove, OR. Arrangements in the care of Smith-Lund-Mills Funer- al Chapel and Crematorium, Cottage Grove. 1950-2021 Irene Wilson Master Gardener Spring Plant pick-up is Saturday The Lane County Master Gardener As- sociation 2021 Spring Plant Sale will have ur- chased plants available for pick-up this Satur- day, April 24. Due to the Covid-19 pandemic, orders were purchased in advance online only, with icus- tomers signing up for a time and pick up loca- tion upon purchase. For the safety of cus- tomers and volunteers, no plants were available along streets and side- walks, residents should feel free to trim all the other trees and shrubs on their property. For more information, visit the city’s website. Mary Ellen Ladd (some know her as Skip) passed away on March 15, 2021. She was born in Toledo, Washington on April 11, 1933 on a 160 acre farm. Her parents were An- drew and Maude (Lambert) Cooper. She was the 9th born of 13 children. Mary was a good student and wanted to be a teacher. She graduated from high school in Oregon and started college but met Ray Ladd in 1951. Th ey married February 8, 1952 be- fore he was sent to Korea. Th eir marriage lasted over 69 years (until her passing) and produced 7 children. Mary was pre-deceased by an infant daughter Linda in 1955. She leaves behind her husband Ray and six children and spouses. Larry (Faye), Cathy (John), Steve (Terri), Darrell (Tracy), Jerry (Jenny), and Joel (Bran- di). She has many grandchil- dren and several great grand- children. Mary enjoyed her life as a loggers wife. Th ey also owned and operated the Stardust Mo- tel in Curtin for a time. Mary and Ray retired to their home on Row River Road. Ray and her enjoyed their golden years by helping their children with renovation projects. She loved spending time with their large family, especially her grand- children. Mary enjoyed country mu- sic and liked to sing and yodel. Some of her favorite activities include camping, sitting by a crackling fi re and swimming. She loved the water, an icy cold river or a weedy lake. If it was warm out, she was jump- ing in. Mom also loved cross- word puzzles, “Jeopardy” and “Wheel of Fortune”. In July, 1973 Mary was bap- tized as one of Jehovah’s Wit- nesses and greatly appreciated the privilege of sharing Bible truths with others. To learn and be able to teach the good news of God’s Kingdom as the only true salvation for man- kind brought her great joy and comfort. She will be missed by all that knew her. A “Celebration of Life” potluck will be held at her son Darrell’s house on June 19th.
