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Polk County News 6A Polk County Itemizer-Observer • April 26, 2017 Students: Rotary seeks home families Continued from Page 12A Dalton had a similar expe- rience. He said his host family helped make the most of his visit. Dalton didn’t have much time practicing German be- fore he arrived, a problem his hosts had a solution for. “My host family said, ‘OK, we are going to put you in a four-week intensive language course. Then after that, you can’t speak English any- more,’” he said. They didn’t stop there. Dalton had to learn to ride trains and buses in Berlin. “They really pushed to get me on my own feet and oper- ating on my own as soon as possible,” he said. He’s grateful for the inde- pendence they gave him and enjoyed his time in Germany so much he’s hoping to at- tend college there. Krumroy said she’s in con- tact with a student on ex- change in Finland this year. “She tells me a lot about it. She loves the food there,” she said. “She said she likes the freedom to go with her friends.” The more she learns about her host country, the more Krumroy is excited to take the trip. “I’m looking forward to liv- ing completely different than I do now and learning a dif- ferent culture,” she said. Branum said, in addition to student candidates, the club is looking for host fami- lies to open their homes to students from other coun- tries. “In this club, and most of the Rotary clubs have more than one host family for the students, to give them a broader sampling of our cul- ture. We try to have three,” he said. “We are always looking for host families, because people aren’t always aware of the program or aware of the real fun in doing this.” For more information: Clint Branum, 503-623-4879 or clintbranum1 @gmail.com. Mo n m o u t h - In d e p e n - dence Rotary also sends and hosts students through the Rotary Youth Exchange Pro- gram. For information on M-I Rotary’s program: contact M- I Rotary Club Youth Ex- change Officer Bob Archer, bgrantarch@gmail.com. M-I Rotary Club’s out- bound student for the next school year is McKyla Jack- son, who will be visiting Fin- land. POLICE REPORT Information for the police report comes from law enforce- ment agencies. Not all calls for service are included. The status of incidents reported may change after further investiga- tion. Individuals arrested or suspected of crimes are consid- ered innocent until proven guilty. — DALLAS Arrests/Citations • Paul E. Bunyard, 62, of Dallas, at Walmart, 321 NE Kings Valley Hwy., on Thurs- day on second-degree crimi- nal trespassing. INDEPENDENCE Arrests/Citations • James Christopher Coop- er, 47, of Independence, in the 100 block of Monmouth St. on April 19 for hit-and-run. • Erica Elizabeth Gomez, 28, of Independence, in the 700 block of S. Fourth St. on April 22 for driving under the influ- ence of intoxicants. MONMOUTH Arrests/Citations • Tori Jean Soon Mi Cam- bra, 22, of Monmouth, in the 600 block of Clay St. E. on April 16 for DUII and reckless endangering. • Herve --, 21, of Independ- ence, in the 500 block of Catron St. N. on April 17 for aggravated harassment and second-degree disorderly conduct. • Abraham Vela, 31, a tran- sient, in the 300 block of Gentle Ave. E. on April 18 for second- degree criminal mischief, first- degree burglary — residence, and second-degree theft. OBITUARIES Clara ‘Jean’ Johnson Jan. 30, 1931 – April 17, 2017 Clara “Jean” Johnson, 86, of Midland, Texas, passed away on April 17, 2017. Viewing was from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. at Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home on Thursday, April 20, 2017. Memorial services were held on Friday, April 21, 2017, at Wilshire Park Bap- tist Church at 2 p.m. J e a n was born on Jan. 30, 1931, in Dallas, Ore., to Nelta and Al- bert Umbenhower. She enjoyed spending time with her family. She spent her time quilting for her grandkids and great- grandkids. She also liked spending time with the ladies of her church. Jean is survived by her daughters, Carol Flynn of Houston, Texas, Nancy Burke, of Oregon City, and Joan Koelling, of Colorado Springs, Colo.; grandkids, Heather Fourqurean, of Midland, William “BG” Ha m b l i n , o f Po r t l a n d , Matthew Flynn, of Calgary, Canada, Marcus Flynn, of Salem; great-grandkids, MaKayla Hamblin, Jonathan Fourqurean, Jaydon Ham- blin, Jenna Fourqurean; great-great-grandkids, Indi- ca Flynn and Lillian Flynn. Jean is preceded in death by her husband, Herman Johnson; sisters, Glenda Sex- ton, Shirley Hogan, Joyce Umbenhower; brother, Rod Babcock; her parents; and one granddaughter. The family would like to express their gratitude to- wards Jean’s church family at Wilshire Park Baptist Church and the hospital staff at Midland Memorial Hospital. In lieu of flowers, dona- tions may be made to W i l s h i r e Pa r k B a p t i s t Church, 801 S. Bentwood Drive, Midland, TX 79703. Arrangements are under the direction of Nalley-Pick- le & Welch Funeral Home & Crematory of Midland. On- line condolences can be made at www.npwelch.com. J i m m y, Tr a c y, S h e r i (Memaw) and Papa Daniel. Our beautiful girl touched so many hearts, lives and gave us all a lifetime of love and happiness during her short time on Earth that we will all forever cherish. We will always love and miss you so very much Lon- dyn Grace. You are our sun- shine and forever our baby girl. All are welcome and en- couraged to attend a memo- rial service for Londyn at 1 p.m. on Saturday, April 29, at the Dallas Mortuary Tribute Center, Dallas. Dallas Mor- tuary Tribute Center is car- ing for the family. To share an online condolence, go to www.dallastribute.com. Londyn Grace Davis Gary Dean French March 27, 2017 – April 16, 2017 Londyn Grace Davis was born Monday, March 27, 2017, at 2:58 a.m. weighing 5 pounds, 6.4 ounces and was 18 inches long. S a d l y, Londyn was only with us a few short weeks be- fore she passed peacefully in the arms of family on Sunday, April 16, 2017. Londyn is the daughter of Victor Davis and Tierra Downing. She is survived by her brother Kacen and sister Baylee; grandparents Papa Dudley’s Hearing Aid Service Salem 541-741-2936 Testing • Sales • Service ______________ Servicing the DALLAS SENIOR CENTER Call for your FREE “IN-HOME” HEARING TEST & EVALUATION ______________ Servicing Polk County Since 1987 412 Lancaster Drive NE Salem, OR 97301 (503) 581-6265 Low Cost Cremation & Burial Funerals & Memorials Simple Direct Cremation $595 Simple Direct Burial $710 Traditional Funeral $2,275 Discount priced Caskets, Urns and other Memorial items. Privately owned cremation facility. Locally owned and operated by Oregon families. www.ANewTradition.com Nov. 17, 1941 – April 17, 2017 Gary Dean French died April 17, 2017, at his home in Dallas, with his beloved wife Mickie at his side. He was born Nov. 17, 1941, to Willard and Violet (States) French in Plenty- w o o d , Mont. G a r y was raised on the f a m i l y farm south of Redstone, and for eight years attended the one- room Phelps school, which was built by his great-grand- father, Elmer Phelps. His great aunt, Elsie Wilberg, was his teacher for many years. Some of his fondest mem- ories of his youth were being in Boy Scouts and traveling to campouts, including Lake Metagoshie in North Dakota with leaders, Leroy Ok- sendahl and Al Hardy. He also enjoyed riding his favorite horse Smokey. He attended high school in Plentywood, where he be- came known as “Frenchy.” During those years, he lived in Plentywood with his grandparents, Hugh and Mildred French. He graduat- ed in 1959. Upon graduation, Gary joined the U.S. Air Force and was sent to Lubbock, Texas, for basic training. When he completed basic, he was asked where he wanted to go and replied, “anywhere but Montana.” So … he was sent to Opheim, Mont., 90 miles from home. He spent just one year there and then to Wies- baden, Germany, for the re- mainder of his service. While there, he said the highlight of his service was being in the Honor Guard for John F. Kennedy. When he left the Air Force in 1964, he began working in the oil fields around Plenty- wood and Westby. During that period, he made many lifelong friends. In the early ’70s, Frenchy moved to Great Falls, Mont., and went to work for Sante Fe International drilling. He worked overseas in the oil fields of Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Oman and Nigeria. He loved traveling and often took his field breaks abroad. When he was back home in Montana, he enjoyed going to the stock car races, socializing with friends and boating at Holter Lake, where he met his wife-to-be. Gary married Mickie Keck New Year’s Eve 1984. They moved to Dallas in 1985. Gary earned an associates degree in computer technol- ogy from Chemeketa Com- munity College in 1988. He then went to work for Intel until his retirement in 2006. After he retired, Gary thoroughly loved spending time riding his Harley, fish- ing with his buddy Roger, spinning yarns with his cof- fee buddies and having lunches with his Intel family. Gary lived a life full of ad- venture and love. Everyone who was lucky enough to cross paths with him ended up calling him friend. 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In lieu of flowers, the family sug- gests memorial contribu- tions be made to the Pul- monary Fibrosis Foundation in Gary’s name or B.A.C.A (Bikers Against Child Abuse): Pulmonary Fibrosis Foun- dation, 230 East Ohio St. Suite 500, Chicago, IL 60611; or BACA (Bikers Against Child Abuse), B.A.C.A of OREGON, P.O. Box 2265, Lake Oswego, OR 97035. The Dallas Mortuary Trib- ute Center is caring for the family. To leave a message or memory please go to www.dallastribute.com. Thomas Wayne Janz (Rupp) Feb. 15, 1983 – April 21, 2017 Thomas Janz, formerly of Dallas, lost the battle with cancer on Friday, April 21. Always a wanderer, he lived in many dif- f e r e n t places but settled in Indiana to be closer to his first love Jackie Watson, whom he later married. Thomas was always the happiest when he was spending time with his kids. Thomas spent the last few years of his life as a tattoo artist. He leaves behind his chil- dren Brittany Diane Watson, Starlit Kay Watson, Jason Kegan Watson; with ex-wife Jackie Watson; also sons Jor- dan Ritchie and Kayden Ritchie, with Nicole Ritchie; mother Lisa Janz, father Martin McBeth; brother Chad McBeth; sister Channa Mc B e t h ; g r a n d p a r e n t s Wayne and Judy Janz. He was preceded in death by his oldest sister Christie John- son. To My Son; The struggles are over, the pain is gone, so soar to the heavens and revel in its beauty and free- dom and be at peace. We all love you. Mary Dianne Wilson May 11, 1958 – April 24, 2017 Mary Dianne Wilson, of Monmouth, died on April 24, 2017, at the age of 58. She was born in Tacoma, Wash., on May 11, 1958, to Ron and Donna Wilson. Mary was a very active person and loved bowling, dancing, coloring, art, pizza parties and participated in the Special Olympics, where she won various medals. She blessed so many peo- ple. Everywhere she went and everyone she met, she made an impact and touched so many lives. She will be greatly missed. Mary is survived by her parents Ron and Donna; sis- ters Ronda Wilson and Debra “Heather” Wilson; brother William “Bill” Wil- son; and best friend Mary Z. A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. on Sunday April 30, at the Dallas Mor- tuary Tribute Center. To share an online condolence; go to: www.dallatribute.com B. Jeanne Palmer Jan. 31, 1927 – April 2, 2017 Bessie Jeanne Palmer, 90, of West Linn, and former longtime Dallas resident, died April 2. Jeanne is survived by her four sons, Gary (Barbara) Palmer, of North Salem, Stephen (Jan) Palmer, of Ione, Dan (Cheryl), of Mil- waukie, and Bob (Karen), of Boca Raton, Fla.; 15 grand- children; and 26 great- grandchildren. Memorial service will be Friday, April 28, at 11 a.m. at Dallas Christian and Mis- sionary Alliance Church. Pri- vate burial will be at Dallas Cemetery. Dallas Mortuary Tribute Center handled arrangements. To send an online tribute: www.dallas- tribute.com. Kenneth Dale Harris June 2, 1942 – April 22, 2017 Kenneth Harris, 74, of In- dependence, died April 22. Kenneth was born June 2, 1942, in Cottage Grove to Dale and Dorothy Harris. His life will be celebrated at a later date. Burial will be at Willamette National Ceme- tery. Farnstrom Mortuary handled arrangements. To leave an online tribute: FarnstromMortuary.com. Your local library: a great place to spend some time. ~ Polk County’s ONLY Family Owned Funeral Homes ~