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Heppner Gazette-Times, Heppner, Oregon Wednesday, October 16, 2019 -- THREE Obituaries ~ Letters to the Editor ~ Clean-up has no con- nection to renovation To the editor: I would like to inform the community that from previous communications with the city of Heppner there is no connection be- tween the Gilliam-Bisbee renovation and the city’s extreme desire to have my lot clean. Prior to last week’s letter to the editor from my mother I had no chance to proof read and request some comments be omitted. Please consider this letter as an attempt to clarify and rectify any negative responses caused by said letter. As stated in mom’s letter, I am still working on clean-up operations and also continue to process multiple car repairs with some to no help at times. Please be patient. Bran- non’s Auto will finish. Thank you, Marvin Brannon Cyanobacteria (harmful algae) blooms Community lunch menu Hopeful Saints volunteers will serve lunch on Wednesday, October 23 at St. Patrick’s Senior Center. Lunch will be baked fish, white rice, parmesan roasted broccoli, mixed vegies and cobbler. Milk, coffee and tea is served at each meal. Suggested donation is $3.50 per meal. Menu is subject to change. C l i f f o r d M i c h a e l biling, hunting and fishing “Mike” Adams, 60, of Hep- with his friends and family, pner died Monday, October especially his five grand- 7 near Summerville, OR. A kids. Survivors include graveside service his wife Tonia; chil- was held October dren, Trisha Eckman 12 at the Heppner and her husband Jar- Masonic Cemetery, ed, Bradly Adams with a reception fol- and his wife Katelyn; lowing at the Hep- pner Elks Lodge. Mike Adams his mother, Patricia Reed; siblings, Bar- Mike was born October 1, 1959 at Heppner, bara Collin and her husband the son of Clifford Reon John, Sherrill Cossitt and and Patricia Rae Sibert her husband Steve. He is Adams. He was raised in also survived by his five Spray, OR where he grad- grandchildren, Carter, Jack, uated from Spray High Casyn, Lanie and Cameron. School in 1977. He was a Preceding him in death timber faller for 42 years were his father, Clifford R. Adams and a brother, James until his death. On September 20, 1980 Adams. Memorial contributions he married Tonia K. Widner at Pendleton. The couple may be made to the Hep- lived in Spray before mak- pner Booster Club, PO Box ing their home in Heppner 917, Heppner, OR 97836. The online condolence in 1986, where they raised two children, Trisha and book is available at swee- neymortuary.com. Brad. Mike enjoyed snowmo- Ruby Ann (Rietmann) was felt by her children and Rohde was born on April grandchildren as she sup- 5, 1932, in Heppner to ported all of their interests. Ruby Ann was always parents Victor and Vera Rietmann. She grew up willing to help those around her. She “nursed” on the family farm several of her family near Ione with two members and even older brothers, Bob friends when help was and Bill who named needed. She was al- her after their favor- ways loyal and ded- ite “Auntie Ruby.” icated to her family Ruby Ann Ann and friends. g r a d u a t e d f r o m Ruby (Rietmann) Ruby Ann was Ione High School Rohde preceded in death by and Eastern Ore- her parents, Victor gon State Univer- sity in La Grande. She was and Vera Rietmann; her teaching in Pendleton when brother, Bob and her hus- she met and married Dean band of 52 years, Dean Rohde in 1958. After a Rohde. She is survived by few years on Dean’s fam- her brother, Bill; son, Paul ily farm they relocated to Rohde and his children, Jor- Kennewick, WA where she dan, Andy (with wife Sale- resided until her death on na and son Dean) as well as Paul’s wife, Susan and October 13. Ruby Ann and Dean her daughters, Sarah, Alis- raised two children, Paul sa and Jessica. She is also and Mary Jo. Ruby Ann survived by her daughter spent those years as a stay at Mary Jo (Rohde) Lindquist, home mom and homemak- her husband, Chris and their er. She was always quick three children, John, Katie with laughter and had an and Julie Ann. A graveside service amazing sense of humor. Always an optimist, Ruby is being held at Highview Ann was able to look at Cemetery in Ione on Mon- most everything in a posi- day, October 21 at 10:30 tive, upbeat way. Ruby Ann a.m. Refreshments will be set an amazing example of served at the Ione Commu- facing the trials in life with nity Church following the strength, dignity, and of service. Later that day, from 3 to 7 p.m. an open house course, humor. Ruby Ann liked to trav- reception celebrating Ruby el, garden, cook and get Ann’s life will be held at together with her bridge the Carousel of Dreams in lady friends. Some of those Kennewick, WA. In lieu of flowers the friendships go back 50 plus years and were a source of family suggests donations such good memories for be made to Chaplaincy Hospice Care in Kenne- her. Her greatest interest wick, WA or to the Dean was perhaps watching high Rohde Memorial Flag Fund school and college sports of through the American Le- most any variety. She loved gion in Ione. The family appreciates seeing young people and their enthusiasm for the ac- their families and friends tivities they loved. She was for their love and support especially fond of the Gon- during this time as well as zaga Bulldogs basketball Chaplaincy Hospice Care team and remained a loyal and Priority Home Health Cougar football fan. Ruby for their compassion, care Ann also had a heart for and love. The online condolence the arts, music and theater, especially performed by book is available at swee- young people. Her presence neymortuary.com Chamber Chatter Thursday, October 17, 6:30-7:30 p.m., Zombie Scavenger Hunt at the Hep- pner Library. The teens are asking people to donate personal items to be given to the Neighborhood Center and distributed to those in need in the area. Anyone who can donate deodorant, razors, shampoo, hair con- ditioner, soap or laundry soap is asked to contact the Heppner Library to arrange for pick up at 541- 676-9964. Those wishing to have items picked up are advised teens may be dressed up in costumes. Friday, October 18, 7:15 p.m. and Saturday, Oc- tober 19, 2:15 p.m., SAGE Center Movie Event. Dis- ney Pixar Toy Story 4 will be shown; Admission is $4 per person, including free popcorn. Bottled water and concessions available for cash purchase. Saturday, October 19, 6 p.m., Annual Booster Club Dinner and Auction at Heppner Elks Lodge. Doors will open at 5 p.m., dinner at 6 p.m., live auction will begin at 7 p.m. A great dinner of steak, potatoes, salad, bread and homemade dessert will be available for $20 each. If you are interested in making res- ervations for a VIP table, contact Melissa Coiner at 541-701-7724. For more information, or to make a donation, contact Brandi Sweeney at 541-256-0358. Tuesday, October 22, 5:30 to 8 p.m., 15 th Annual Soup Bowl Supper and Silent Auction at Sisters Café, 308 S. Main Street in Pendleton. It will be an evening of delicious food and drinks, games, auc- tion and mystery envelope. Check out their Facebook page for more information. Call 541-276-3322 to make table reservations, seating is limited. Saturday, October 26, 3-9 p.m., Fall Festival or- ganized by the Heppner Outreach Committee and volunteers at the Morrow County Fairgrounds. There is a $2 admission charge per person. There will be carni- val games and crafts, tractor rides, vendor market, food, beer garden from 6-9 p.m. and live music with Dallin Puzey and Cory Peterson. Saturday, November 16, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Ione American Legion Auxiliary Annual Craft Bazaar at Ione Legion Hall. Plan on com- ing by and checking out all of the crafts. Breakfast and lunch will be available for purchase. Vendor space is still available and the cost is $10 per table. Contact Becky Rietmann before 10/31 at 541-720-2010 to reserve a space. This year the Haunted Heppner Trick or Treat Event will be held on Thursday, October 31st from 2:00 to 5:00 PM. Heppner businesses will offer treats to costumed children that come by the stores, banks and offices. The participating store fronts will display an orange sign that says “Welcome to Trick or Treat”. Please come in to City Hall or call 541-676-9618 to request a sign or if you have any questions. HHS Community Halloween Party Saturday, OctOber 19th Treats Good place to warm up!! games October 31st hot dogs 5:30-8pm at all saints parish hall Funded by Morrow County Unified Recreation District and facilitated by Hopeful Saints Mission Trippers The Country Rose Frappe & Flowers Haunted Heppner heppner USTAN bOOSter M club dinner O O S T E R & auctiOn G source because not all pri- vate treatment systems are proven effective in remov- ing cyanotoxins. Children and pets. Children and pets are at increased risk for exposure because of their size and level of activity. People who bring their pets to a lake with areas affected by a bloom for recreation activ- ities, regardless of whether a recreational use health advisory is in place, should take special precautions to keep them from drinking from or swimming in these areas. Dogs can also be ex- posed to cyanotoxins when present by licking their fur, licking cyanobacteria off rocks or eating cells from a bloom. Fishing. Fish caught from areas where cyano- bacterial blooms are present should have fat, skin and organs removed before cooking or freezing, as toxins are more likely to collect in these tissues. Fillets should also be rinsed with clean water. Symptoms. Exposure to cyanotoxins can be seri- ous and result in a range of symptoms, from those sim- ilar to food poisoning such as stomach cramping, diar- rhea, nausea and vomiting, to more serious symptoms like numbness, tingling, dizziness and shortness of breath that may require medical attention. For health informa- tion or to report an illness, contact Morrow County Health Department at 541- 676-5421 or the Oregon Health Authority (OHA) at 971-673-0482. Ruby Ann (Rietmann) Rohde B The Oregon Health Authority recently issued a recreational use health advisory for Willow Creek Reservoir in Morrow Coun- ty due to the presence of a cyanobacterial (harm- ful algae) bloom and cy- anotoxins (harmful algae toxins) above recreational guideline values for human exposure. People should avoid swimming and high-speed water activities, such as water skiing or power boat- ing, in areas of the lake where blooms are identi- fied. Although toxins are not absorbed through the skin, people who have skin sensitivities may experi- ence a puffy red rash. People are encouraged to visit Willow Creek Res- ervoir and enjoy activities such as fishing, camping, hiking, biking, picnicking and bird watching. Boating is safe as long as speeds do not create excessive water spray, which could lead to inhalation risk. D r i n k i n g w a t e r. Drinking water directly from areas of the lake af- fected by a bloom is es- pecially dangerous. Tox- ins cannot be removed by boiling, filtering or treating water with camping-style filters. Contact campground management or the local health department with questions about water avail- able at nearby campgrounds or day use areas. People who are not on a well or a public water system and draw in-home water directly from an af- fected area are advised to use an alternative water Clifford Michael “Mike” Adams S The Heppner Gazette Times will print all letters to the Editor with the following criteria met: letters submitted to the newspaper will need to have the name of the sender along with a legible signature. We are also requesting that you provide your address and a phone number where you can be reached. The address and phone number will only be used for verification and will not be printed in the newspaper. Letters may not be libelous. The GT reserves the right to edit. The GT is not responsible for accuracy of statements made in letters. Any letters expressing thanks will be placed in the classifieds under “Card of Thanks” at a cost of $10. An Evening of Crafty Hocus Pocus Making Witch Hats at Murray’s Drug Thursday, October 24th, 6:30pm Youths 4 - 15 years of age, accompanied by an adult $25.00 heppner elkS lOdge dOOrS Open at 5:00 dinner 6:00 live auctiOn: 7:00 STEAK DINNER $20/person SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE! live auctiOn ♦ raffle headS Or tailS game card game ♦ Silent auctiOn Please come out and Support the Mustangs! Wine & Design Something New! at the Fall Festival at Morrow County Fairgrounds Saturday, October 26th, 4:00 - 5:30 pm 217 North Main St., Heppner, OR Phone 676-9158 Floral 676-9426 ALL NEWS AND ADVERTISEMENT DEADLINE: MONDAYS AT 5:00 P.M. Have a news story or photo for the Gazette? Email editor@rapidserve.net call 541-676-9228 or stop by the office on Willow St., Heppner today.
