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Polk County News 6A Polk County Itemizer-Observer • October 14, 2015 OBITUARIES Bernard LeRoy Timmons May 2, 1940 – Sept. 20, 2015 Bernard LeRoy Timmons, known to ever yone as “Bink,” 75, of Independence died Sept. 20 in Salem. He was born in Gandy, Neb., to Nelson and Noma Timmons. Bink spent a short time in Nebras- ka before his family re l o c a t e d to Inde- pendence when he was a young boy. Timmons L i k e m o s t y o u n g boys grow- ing up, Bink was energetic and a bit mischievous. While growing up in Independ- ence, Bink attended Henry Hill Grade School and Cen- tral High School, where he competed in pole vaulting for the track team. After high school, Bink joined the U.S. National Guard. After his discharge, a beautiful young woman, Marceil Tracy, caught his eye. Less than a year later they were married on Oct. 13, 1962. The family lived in the Independence area where Bink worked for the Holt Foundry, Boise Cas- cade, built boats, and then ended up at Tyco. Bink’s interests and hob- bies included, boats, flying, planes, wood working, and decorative sign making, trips to the coast, and most of all, spending time with his family, friends, and neigh- bors. Bink’s was known for his positive attitude, warm smile, and friendly heart. Survivors include by his wife of more than 52 years, Marceil; daughters, Lorri Lee Ti m m o n s - C o n n e r a n d Sandy Marie Timmons; brother, Nathan (Jenny); six grandchildren. Farnstrom Mortuary in Independence handled arrangements. To send an online tribute: www.Farn- stromMortuary.com. Robert V. Story Jan. 27, 1920 – Sept. 28, 2015 Robert V. Story, 95, of Her- miston, formerly of Dallas, died Sept. 28 in Hermiston. He was born in Airlie to Robert Grant Story and Gladys Mabel Liggett Story. Robert married Aldeen Mae Coop- er on March 28, 1942 in Dallas. He served in the Army d u r i n g World War II and was Story stationed in Hawaii. Robert worked in the logging industry and later for Polk County in the road depart- ment for many years. They moved from Dallas to Her- miston in 1989. Robert was a member of the Seventh Day Adventist Church in Hermiston. He loved working in his shop carving and creating vintage and modern airplane mod- els. He enjoyed playing the banjo, writing poetry, air- plane movies, the outdoors, hiking, and going on walks in his younger years. He was preceded in death by his wife, Aldeen Mae Story. Survivors include his chil- dren, Clara Jeannette Story Corser and Vallis Aldeen Fra- zier, both of Hermiston, Steven Earl Story of Baker City, and Denise LaVern Story Jenkins of Battle- ground, Wash.; nine grand- children; 16 great-grandchil- dren; and four great-great- grandchildren. Celebration of life service was Saturday at the Seventh Day Adventist Church in Hermiston. Private burial was at Pleasant View Ceme- tery in Stanfield. Burns Mortuary of Her- miston handled arrange- ments. To send an online tribute: www.burnsmortu- aryhermiston.com. James M. Hayes Oct. 14, 1916 – Oct. 2, 2015 James M. Hayes, 98, of Dallas died Oct. 2 in Salem. He was born in Onida, S.D., to Jesse Tyler and Flo- rence Jordan Hayes. He married Thelma Stet- ter on May 8, 1947 in Van- couver, Wash. Together, they moved to Dallas in 1957. Here Jim worked for AT&T and Century Link as a re- pairman for many years. He was preceded in death by his wife, Thelma, on April 28, 2005. CORINNE ‘CORI’ JEAN KERSHNER HATCH REECE ALEXZANDER DAVIS July 1, 1958 - Sept. 15, 2015 REECE ALEXZANDER DAVIS, 1, died Tuesday, October 6, 2015 in Dallas. He was born on June 27, 2014. Reece was loved and adored by all who knew him. He always had a smile on his face and loved to laugh. Reece was a happy boy. He lived in Willamina, Grand Ronde and Dallas. No matter where he was, he loved life and those that knew him loved him. He is survived by his mother Heather Dawn Davis of Dallas, grandparents Shaun & Marie Davis of Dallas, Lisa Davis and Mike Haney of Troutdale, great grandparents Michael & Laura Davis of Amity, Jane Ford of Fincastle, VA, Marjie Johnson of Dallas, Aunts and Uncles Hannah Davis of Troutdale, Nick Holtsclaw & Nicole Koskela of Dallas, Brad Holtsclaw of Monmouth, Scottie Holtsclaw of Hawaii, Austin Holtsclaw of Texas, Timothee Holtsclaw of Salem, Great Uncles & Aunts Erin Davis of Monmouth, Lewis & Monica Ford of Fincastle, VA, John Ford of Fincastle, VA and Tina Ford of North Carolina, cousins Sierra Davis of Oregon, Nicole Ford, Joshua Ford both of Fincastle, VA, David Stone Jr. and Elizabeth Stone both of Virginia. Funeral services will be held at 5 p.m. Friday, October 16th in the Evangelical Bible Church in Dallas. Private family in- terment will be in the Amity Cemetery. The Dallas Mortuary Tribute Center is caring for the family. To leave a message or memory for the family please go to www.dallastribute.com. Jesus has called "Our" beloved "Cori" Corinne Jean Kershner Hatch, home fol- lowing a battle with brain cancer. She had been living in Henderson, Nev. Cori inspired us all with her spiritual strength, kind heart and positive giving nature. Cori made each and every person feel that they were her very best friend. Her honesty and trust in god was unshakable! Cori is survived by her husband, Doug Hatch; sisters, Kris Dalton, Jill North; brother, Mark Kershner; children, Jenna Lindley, John Lindley, Alicia Norzagary and Christopher Norzagary; and four grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her dear mother Jean, and father, Roger Kershner. "Bubbly" Cori was born in Seattle in 1958. For her first five years the Kershner's lived in Lynnwood, Wash. By kindergarten the family relocated to Lake Oswego, where Cori's talent for art was discovered. She would incorporate her artistic talents into her various careers, and her art would give her and all around her great pleasure and joy! Cori was a hairstylist supreme, doll furniture shop owner, store ven- dor, and award winning sales clerk, etc. With her "Personal- ity Plus!" she succeeded at everything she tried. Cori spent over 16 years of her early life in Monmouth. A 1976 graduate of Central High school she was head cheer- leader, member of Jobs Daughters, and was active in the Methodist youth group. She was a waitress and car hop at A&W. In 1971, Cori's dream of having her own horse came true, when her dad moved the family to a small farm on Mistletoe Road. In 1979 Cori married her school sweetheart Ray Lindley. The marriage ended in the mid-1980s, and Cori moved to Mesa, Ariz. Her parents moved soon after to help her raise her two children. A few years later Cori married Michael Norzagary, and they had two children. Her third marriage to Doug Hatch came at the beginning of her valiant fight with brain cancer. Cori not only fought for her own life, but she was a fierce advocate and warrior for others with her condi- tion. Devoted mother, truest friend, favorite auntie, leg- endary grandmother, super sister, caring daughter and granddaughter. Cori dedicated her life to pleasing those she loved. As the song goes, "The greatest thing you'll ever learn, is just to love, and be loved in return." Please join us as we honor our beautiful, kind, coura- geous "Cori" on Sunday Oct. 18th at Christ's Church, 412 Clay Street, Monmouth at 2 p.m. Cori loved bright color- ful flowers! June 27, 2014 - October 6, 2015 Survivors include his daughters, Sheri (Pat) Jay of Dallas, and Janisse (David) Bahns of Prineville; son, Lonny (Molly) Hayes of Shelton, Wash.; seven grand- children; and 10 great- grandchildren. Private family service was held. Dallas Mortuary Tribute Center handled arrange- ments. To leave an online t r i b u t e : w w w. d a l l a s - tribute.com. Ruby Etta Baxter Woods Sept. 17, 2015 Ruby Etta Baxter Woods, 89, of Monmouth died Sept. 17. She was born in Webb City, Okla., to Jesse and Pearl Baxter and moved to Tuc- son, Ariz., at age 4 where she spent the majority of her life. Ruby had an adven- turesome spirit, lov- ing to travel, see n e w places, Woods and plot her next journey on a map. Before she married, college and various jobs took her to different parts of the coun- try. After marriage, she be- came a stay-at-home wife and mother. Ruby knew Jesus Christ as her personal savior. She also loved history and a good book. She was preceded in death by her husband, Fred Woods; and sister, Dorothy Baxter. Survivors include her chil- dren, Fred (Rosemar y) Woods of Casa Grande, Ariz., Jeri (Dean) Odell of Tucson, Robbie Gronewold of Queen Creek, Ariz., and Ken (Ann) Woods of Monmouth; seven grandchildren; and 10 great- grandchildren. Memorial service was Sunday at Calvary Chapel in Independence. There will be WARNER RILEY ‘SPARKY’ ATKINS JR. Nov. 30, 1962 - Oct. 5, 2015 Salem Warner Riley “Sparky” Atkins Jr., 52, of Dallas died Monday. He was born to Warner Atkins Sr., and Irma Talley in Prineville. Warner had worked in con- struction and retired in 2012. He was a big teddy bear with heart of gold. He would do any- thing for anyone. Warner enjoyed music, collecting guitars, classic vehicle, and Harley’s. Most of all Warner loved his family and his dog Riley. Survivors include his wife of 23 years, Kathy; son, Matthew Bonillas; brother, Shane Talley; one grandson; and extended family. Memorial gathering was Saturday. Dallas Mor- tuary Tribute Center handled arrangements. 412 Lancaster Drive NE Salem, OR 97301 (503) 581-6265 Low Cost a memorial service in Tuc- son on Nov. 21. Robert Fitzgerald Sr. Aug. 12, 1956 – Oct. 8, 2015 Robert A. Fitzgerald Sr., 59, of Carlton, died Thurs- day, after having fought a long and hard battle against cancer. He had spent the past six months with his brother, Larry. Robert spent most of his life working in plywood and lumber mills. He d i d attend two years of college for diesel me- chanics and re- turned to Fitzgerald work in the lumber mill in Mist until his health situation medically retired him. Robert enjoyed hunting, fishing, camping and spend- ing time outdoors. He was preceded in death by his father, William “Bill” F i t z g e r a l d a n d s i s t e r, Kathryn Muller. Survivors include his daughter, Sabrina Fitzger- ald; son, Robert A. Fitzgerald Jr.; stepdaughters, Rachel and Emily; mother, Alma Fitzgerald of Dallas; broth- ers, William David Fitzgerald of Dallas and Larry D. Fitzgerald of Carlton; and eight grandchildren. No service will be held. Crown Memorial in Tu- alatin handled arrange- ments. Obituary Information Obituary information must be submitted by 4 p.m. on the Monday before publication to be included in the newspaper. Most funeral homes handle obituary information. Howev- er, information can also be submitted directly by family members. Photos will be published in black and white. The Itemizer- Observer uses a flag logo in the obituaries of those who served in the U.S. armed forces. Obituaries — like all infor- mation submitted to the news department — are subject to editing for style, content and length. Information can be brought or mailed to the Itemizer-Ob- server , 147 SE Court St., Dallas, OR 97338, or e-mailed to nadams@polkio.com. For more information: Nancy Adams, 503-623-2373. Cremation & Burial Funerals & Memorials Simple Direct Cremation $495 Simple Direct Burial $550 Traditional Funeral $1,975 Visit our website, www.polkio.com Discount priced Caskets, Urns and other Memorial items. Privately owned cremation facility. 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