2A Polk County Itemizer-Observer • July 8, 2015
Polk County News
Doc hangs up his white coat
Bob Willey retires from Dallas practice, turns eye to overseas
By Jolene Guzman
The Itemizer-Observer
DALLAS — Dr. Bob Willey
learned something new his
last day on the job at his
Dallas medical practice.
After 36 years seeing pa-
tients in Dallas and 42 years
in the medical field overall,
Willey retired on June 30. His
last appointments were on
June 29.
He spent his last day say-
ing goodbye to his patients
during a retirement party.
Through those final interac-
tions, Willey learned just
how much he will be missed.
“I never thought about
that before, but after today
… it’s pretty amazing,” Wil-
ley said.
Willey moved to Dallas 36
years ago after working in
Victoria, British Columbia,
for six years.
From Illinois originally,
Willey and his wife wanted
to move back the United
States.
That was when Willey
found an advertisement
from a hospital in Dallas
looking for a doctor to set up
a practice.
“It was karma,” Willey
said, noting that the job
came with an assurance of
financial stability in the first
year. “It was a hard thing to
pass up.”
He didn’t, and the family
moved to Dallas in 1979.
They found a new home.
“This is a great little
town,” Willey said. “It’s al-
ways been a great commu-
nity, and the people are
wonderful.”
That is what he will miss
now that he’s officially re-
tired.
“The social aspect, that is
what I will miss the most,”
Willey said.
Willey said he won’t be
hanging up his white jacket
entirely.
NEWS IN BRIEF
County taking sheriff applications
POLK COUNTY — The Polk County Board of Commissioners
will soon be tasked with appointing a new sheriff upon the res-
ignation of Sheriff Robert Wolfe.
Wolfe has been the Polk County sheriff since 1998.
The Board of Commissioners will hold an open selection
process for the soon-to-be vacant position.
The board will begin accepting letters of interest on Sept. 1,
and begin the selection process in the month of October.
The board should come to a decision by Nov. 4.
Any individual selected to be the next sheriff will need to
meet the appropriate qualifications prior to appointment pur-
suant to Oregon law and the Oregon Department of Public
Safety Standards and Training.
Direct any questions to the Polk County Personnel Depart-
ment at 503-623-1888.
Pentacle names new exec director
JOLENE GUZMAN/ Itemizer-Observer
Dr. Bob Willey, left, poses for a photo with patients on June 30 during his retirement
party and last day on the job in Dallas, where he has practiced medicine for 36 years.
WEST SALEM — Pentacle Theatre announced last week it has
named Lisa Joyce as its new executive director.
Joyce served as the theater's interim executive director since
December, following former director Randy Boyd’s departure.
After a search that attracted applicants from throughout the
United States and Canada, Joyce’s experience, skills and vision
for Pentacle made her the theater governing board’s choice for
the position.
As the new executive director, Joyce will focus on the
board's strategic plan, especially developing sustainable fund-
ing and strengthening the theater's preparedness for the fu-
ture. She has already implemented changes to enhance patron
and volunteer experiences, such as seat selection for online
ticket sales to improving employee morale.
"An engaged workforce is a critical tool for any business, par-
ticularly one this small," Joyce said.
Dallas police arrest two after warrant
“This is a great little
town. It’s always been
a great community,
and the people are
wonderful.”
DALLAS — Two people were arrested Thursday after Dallas
officers served a search warrant at a home on Southwest Cher-
ry Street.
Detectives seized suspected methamphetamine, parapher-
nalia and money. The investigation remains open, according to
police. This is the third time Dallas detectives have served
search warrants at this residence since December.
Arrested in the bust were:
• Jimmy Davis, 36, on charges of felony unlawful delivery of
methamphetamine, two counts of misdemeanor endangering
the welfare of a minor, and two counts of violating a release
agreement. Davis is pending adjudication for arrests related to
earlier search warrants served at the same residence.
• Jenny Hill, 29, on charges of felony unlawful possession of
methamphetamine and four counts of misdemeanor endan-
gering the welfare of a minor.
— Dr. Bob Willey
He’s thinking of serving
overseas, something he
wanted to do early in his ca-
reer, but was never able to
until now. He would also like
to travel and spend time
with his grandkids.
“Family has always been
important to me,” Willey
said.
He has no intentions of
leaving Dallas, which he says
is in the perfect location be-
cause it’s close to the coast,
mountains and Portland
area.
“Dallas will be my center
of operations,” he said, with
a smile.
Library to show ‘To Kill a Mockingbird’
JOLENE GUZMAN/Itemizer-Observer
It’s quitting time, at least for the most part, for Bob Willey
as decorations at his retirement send off party indicate.
Willey said he might volunteer to go overseas someday.
DALLAS — The Dallas Public Library is holding a movie night
Tuesday to mark the release of Harper Lee’s new book, “Go Set
a Watchman.”
The manuscript was written several years before Lee’s 1960
classic book, “To Kill a Mockingbird,” but she did not release it
for publication until this year. In honor of the new book release,
the library will show the movie version of “To Kill a Mocking-
bird,” starring Gregory Peck, Tuesday at 7 p.m. A copy of “Go Set
a Watchman” will be offered as a door prize for those in atten-
dance. For more information: www.facebook.com/dallaslibrary-
oregon.
HEALTH DIRECTORY
AUDIOLOGY
COUNSELING
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Serving our hearing impaired since 1980, with two lo-
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• CROSS AND CROWN COUNSELING ~ KATE KOENS,
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dividuals in a safe environment to help individuals
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CHIROPRACTIC
• JOYNT FAMILY CHIROPRACTIC - Dr. Brian Joynt,
DC - 629 Clay Street East, Monmouth, OR 97361
Family-oriented chiropractic clinic, dedicated to cre-
ating an unparalleled experience of service, quality
and care by teaching the true principles of chiroprac-
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help your family participate more fully in life. New pa-
tients welcome. Accept most insurance. Auto/per-
sonal injury and work comp. Massage therapist on
site. Complimentary consultations. Call us today to
make your appointment (503) 837-0550.
• THORNTON CHIROPRACTIC - Drs. Sharon and
Marty Thornton - Palmer Graduates - We care, God
cures. 1650 Monmouth St., Independence, OR 97351
• 503-838-3346. Office hours: Mon-Fri 8-noon & 2-6
pm. Thurs 2-6pm. Proudly serving Polk County for
over 17 years. Offering Thompson Drop and other
hands-on techniques, as well as Advanced Activator
Methods and Functional Neurology. We provide gentle
and effective full-spine and extremity adjusting for all
ages in a loving and caring environment. We are ac-
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Medicare, Auto or personal injury & Workers Comp. Li-
censed Massage Therapy available on site.
Mondays and Thursdays. Dr. Smith does her surgeries
at West Valley Hospital's spacious, state-of-the art new
surgical suite. West Valley Surgical Specialty Clinic is
located at 591 SE Clay St., Dallas. Call 503-831-0784 or
fax 503-623-2612. Visit salemhealth.org/specialty.
GYNECOLOGY SERVICES
Gynecological care is available in Dallas at the West
Valley Surgical Specialty Clinic. Gynecologist Keita
Sakon, MD, specializes in gynecology exams and pro-
cedures, including hysteroscopy and laparoscopy, as
well as family planning, abnormal Pap evaluation,
treatment of pelvic pain, symptom control for
menopause and abnormal periods. Dr. Sakon works in
Dallas on Friday afternoons from 12:30 to 4:30 p.m.
seeing patients at the clinic and performing gynecol-
ogical procedures in the West Valley Hospital surgical
suites. New patients are welcome! West Valley Surgical
Specialty Clinic is located at 591 SE Clay St., Dallas.
Call 503-831-0784 for an appointment. Visit westval-
leyhospital.org/specialtyclinic.
GENERAL DENTISTRY
HEARING HEALTH
• RANDALL C. JONES, DMD - 1004 Monmouth St., In-
dependence, OR 503-838-0434. Offering a broad
range of dental services in a relaxed and comfortable
atmosphere. New patients and emergencies welcome.
• JOYFUL SOUND HEARING SERVICES, INC. Mark
Sturtevant, 312 Main Street, Dallas OR, 503-623-0290.
Providing Polk County with hearing solutions for 30
years. Services include: Hearing evaluations, Diagnos-
ing hearing loss; Impedance; Fitting all types of hear-
ing devices, Servicing all makes and models of hearing
aids; Ear inspections; Wax removal; Hearing protec-
tion. Hours: Monday - Thursday 9-4pm. (Fridays by
appointment only)
• DR. JOHN D. SHURTZ DDS - 196 Catron Street N.,
Monmouth,OR 503-838-1800. We are welcoming new
patients and we accept most insurance plans!
• WESTON K. MORRILL, DMD - 289 E. Ellendale Suite
#201, Dallas. 503-623-6616. Family, preventive, and
cosmetic dentistry. Complete dentistry for the entire
family. Se habla español.
• DR. MICHELLE HASBROOK, DMD - 120 N. Atwater,
Monmouth, OR 503-838-2998. Providing all phases of
dental care for children and adults. We welcome new
patients!
• KENNETH WINOKUR, DMD - 329 South Main Street
Independence, OR 97351. 503-838-1633. High quality
service with your comfort in mind. Nitrous oxide gas
sedation available. www.independencedental.org
GENERAL SURGERY SERVICES
• WEST VALLEY SURGICAL SPECIALTY CLINIC sur-
geon, Dr. Alison Smith, provides general surgery serv-
ices for a wide range of needs including breast cancer,
gallbladder, biopsies, abdominal surgery, hernia re-
pair, appendectomy, as well as colonoscopy. General
surgery appointments are scheduled at the clinic on
HEART SERVICES
• WEST VALLEY HOSPITAL provides heart diagnostic
services including electrocardiograms (EKG), pul-
monary function tests, cardiac stress tests and
echocardiograms with a physician referral. Cardiolo-
gists Dr. Raghu Kamineni, Dr. William Stiles and Dr.
Kevin Thompson see patients for office visits at West
Valley Hospital at 525 SE Washington St., Dallas. For
more heart health information, call 503-623-7304.
IMAGING SERVICES
• WEST VALLEY HOSPITAL offers state-of-the-art all-
digital diagnostic imaging services. With your physi-
cian's referral, we provide your bone densitometry, CT
scan, fluoroscopy, mammography, ultrasound, X-ray
and MRI services. Check out our new comfortable and
spacious mammography suite. We are located at 525
SE Washington St., Dallas, 503-623-7302.
Call the Itemizer-Observer at 503-623-2373 for more information or to have your business listed in this directory.