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Wednesday, March 28, 2018
O BITUARIES
Dale Thomas Ingle
Sept. 28, 1926 - March 14, 2018
Dale Thomas Ingle, 91, of Hermiston passed away March
14 at a facility in Hermiston. He was born Sept. 28, 1926,
in Mt. Vernon to Benton George Ingle and Ida Bell (Premo)
Ingle. He grew up on a cattle ranch near Mt. Vernon. He at-
tended school in Mt. Vernon.
As a teenager, he decided to join the Navy but was not
old enough to enlist. His mother had to sign a paper to make
him eligible. He was in the Seabees for the Navy. He served
in World War II in the South Pacific Islands. He received
two medals: a Pacific Campaign Medal and a World War II
Victory Medal.
He worked for Blue Mt. Mills in John Day, Harris Pine
Mills in Pendleton and his last employment before he retired
was Rainbow Fasteners in Sacramento, California. He was
responsible for all of the shipping at these jobs.
He was the past president of the Fraternal Order of Ea-
gles, a life member of VFW and a Main Street Cowboy, all
in Pendleton.
Although he was very active in community activities and
organizations, his No. 1 priority was his family. He loved to
spend time with them. He was especially close with his niece
Gloria Whale. He was known for his generosity, loyalty and
honesty.
He is survived by his son John (Lori) Ingle of Hermiston;
daughter Teresa Lynn Biggs of Hines; eight grandchildren;
and nine great-grandchildren.
Larry V. Hersley
Feb. 28, 2018
Larry V. Hersley, 64, passed away Feb. 28 in Salem. He
was born in Prairie City but spent his younger years in On-
tario and later moved to John Day, where he attended and
graduated from Grant Union High School in 1972. He pro-
ceeded to further his education and attended Lane Commu-
nity College, eventually moving to Salem.
He later met his wife, Susan L. Hersley, and they married
in Ontario.
He worked as a logger and diesel mechanic, but spent his
free time attending almost every activity and sports event of
his grandsons, hunting, fishing, golfing and spending time
with friends and family, along with attending the Peoples
Church.
He is survived by his wife, Susan Hersley, Salem; sister
Aloma Kay Watson of Ontario; daughters Jenifer Hersley
and Angel Bond of Salem; two grandsons; and many nieces
and nephews.
Thomas L. Sheets
A celebration of life for Thomas L. Sheets will be held from
2-5 p.m. Saturday, March 31, at the John Day Golf Course.
Sheets passed away Feb. 25 with his family by his side at his
son Daniel “Boone” Sheets’ home in Chehalis, Washington.
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James ‘Jim’ Kopp
Dec. 9, 1933 - March 5, 2018
James “Jim” Kopp, 84, of Seneca
died at his home on March 5.
Kopp was born in Mount Kisco,
New York, Dec. 9, 1933. His parents
died when he was very young. He quit
school in the sixth grade, but was self
taught. He went to work with his un-
cle on the fishing boats back east in
his early years. He married and had
four children, later divorcing. He con-
tinued his life education by studying,
taking classes and reading.
Kopp moved to Alaska and became a trapper. He married
a woman by the name of Masanga, and held fond memories
throughout his life for her. They had one son, who was lost
while they were on a seal hunt. He and Masanga later di-
vorced.
Kopp then married Izzy. Together they enjoyed trapping
and finding artifacts in archaeological sites and more. They
too later divorced, but always kept in touch.
For a time he worked and managed the Rainier brewery
plant in Seattle, Washington. Kopp was also a helicopter pi-
lot in Nicaragua. He was what they called a “flintknapper,”
and handcrafted blades out of obsidian. This craft dates back
thousands of years and has been practiced by cultures around
the world.
Kopp was an artist who painted beautiful scenery. He
sketched, made ceramic pieces and enjoyed woodworking.
He made several wood pieces for his home, including a kitch-
en table and bookshelves. He enjoyed listening to classical
music when he was working in his shop. He loved the taste of
Hamm’s beer, and he rolled his own cigarettes until the day
he died. He moved to Seneca 20 years ago and was embraced
by it.
He was preceded in death by two sons.
He is survived by his children, Ray Kopp, Cherylee Hack,
Darlene Dos Santos and Kerry Clady; sister Jane and Gary
Pantry of Bermuda; longtime friends Tammy Cartner and
Rick Saul; ex-wife but always a close friend Izzy Kopp; and
Sue Holiday, who never failed to bring him a Christmas din-
ner.
Honoring Kopp’s request, he will be resting at Glass Butte in
Harney County. For those who would like to make a donation
in memory of Kopp, the family suggests Hope 4 Paws: Grant
County through Tami’s Pine Valley Funeral Home and Crema-
tion Services, P.O. Box 543, Halfway, OR 97834. Online con-
dolences may be shared at tamispinevalleyfuneralhome.com.
Michael A. Davidson
June 23, 1942 - March 19, 2018
Michael A. Davidson, 75, of Seneca passed away March 19
at Blue Mountain Hospital in John Day. His family will honor
his wishes of scattering his ashes at a later date.
Davidson was born June 23, 1942, to Richard Davidson and
Milderde Madson in Oregon City. Davidson served in the Unit-
ed States Navy and then worked as a timber faller for many
years after his military service.
He loved animals and was a responsible outdoorsman. He
also loved hunting, fishing and trapping.
He will be forever remembered by his loving partner, Sher-
ry; two brothers; three sisters; three sons; three daughters; and
several grandchildren.
To leave condolences for his family, visit driskillmemorial-
chapel.com.
Gamman selected as John Day Fossil Beds superintendent
Blue Mountain Eagle
The National Park Service
has selected Patrick Gamman
to serve as the next superin-
tendent of John Day Fossil
Beds National Monument.
Gamman replaces Shelly Hall
who retired in August. Gam-
man is expected to report for
duty in late spring.
“We are impressed by Pat’s
collaborative leadership style,
communication skills and en-
ergy,” said Martha Lee, acting
regional director for the Na-
tional Park Service’s Pacific
West Region. “He brings a
love for the
world class
paleontolog-
ical resourc-
es of Eastern
Oregon with
him, and has a
Patrick
solid record of
building part- Gamman
nerships and
connecting with park stake-
holders.”
Gamman is a National
Park Service veteran with
more than 18 years of experi-
ence. He comes to John Day
from Padre Island National
Seashore in Texas, where he
is currently the chief of in-
terpretation and education.
He oversees a program that
is responsible for visitor ex-
perience, youth engagement,
community outreach and pub-
lic affairs.
“I am honored to be select-
ed to lead a team who preserve
and tell the story of 40 million
years of North American nat-
ural history,” said Gamman.
“I look forward to returning
to my home state of Oregon.”
Attend a Rocky Mountain
Elk Foundation Dinner
and Benefit Auction
Serving Grant County Since 1937
241 D Canyon Blvd., John Day
541-575-0529 driskillmemorialchapel.com
Where fun and fund-raising combine for a
memorable evening.
Date:
Time:
Saturday, April 21
4:00—Doors open
5:30—Dinner
7:30—Auction
Place: Pavilion—
Grant County Fairgrounds
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P RAIRIE C ITY S CHOOL STUDENTS
OF THE MONTH — F EBRUARY
Louanne
Zweygardt
nominated Katie Hire, a
freshman. “Katie is a very
positive young lady who
always has a ready smile
and sunny personality,”
Zweygardt said. “She is a
hard worker in the class-
room and strives to do her
best every day.”
Caroline Colson nomi-
nated Brianna Zweygardt,
a senior. Colson said she
is an all-around awesome
student, athlete and friend
to her peers. “She is re-
spectful,
hard-working,
positive and a true leader,”
Colson said. “Brianna is an
excellent role model, with
admirable integrity. She
is an absolute pleasure to
have in class!”
Brianna Zweygardt
Katie Hire
G RANT U NION S TUDENTS OF THE
M ONTH — F EBRUARY
Andrew Hunt
Grade 7
Parents: Robert
and Shana Hunt
Katelyn Hughes
Grade 8
Parent: Nathan
Hughes
Peyton Neault
Grade 9
Parents: Cooper
and Kimberly
Neault
Samantha Floyd
Grade 10
Parents:
Gregory and
Joelene Floyd
Roen Langum
Grade 11
Parents: Zeke
and Brandy
Langum
Fallon Weaver
Grade 12
Parents: Cody
and Kaidee
Weaver
Kris and I would like to grasp the
opportunity to thank a cadre of people in
Grant County and the Bend area for their
help in getting us through my recent
medical crisis. The folks in dispatch, the first
responders, the medical staffs at Blue Mtn.
Hospital and St. Charles Hospital, the Air
Link organization, some unbelievable
neighbors and friends – a lot of people –
thanks to these people. To borrow from Yogi
Berra, “It ain’t over” and that’s truly due to
the efforts of you guys.
Kris and Roy Beal
A great time for a great cause.
Proceeds benefit elk and other wildlife.
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Dayville students of the month for February are
Cooper Holly, grades 3-5; Riley Walker, junior
high; Emma Berry, grades K-2; and Suvee ‘Wa’
Lerttanomwong, high school.
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