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Heppner Gazette-Times, Heppner, Oregon Wednesday, February 19, 2020 -- THREE Obituaries ~ Letters to the Editor ~ 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. Matlack for sheriff To the editor: I am writing in support of Ken Matlack for re-elec- tion as Morrow County Sheriff. I have worked with Ken on various public safety issues. He has always been accommodating and help- ful. He works to prevent accidents. Most recently, in cooperation with Bob Grei- sen with the Oregon De- partment of Transportation, the marking of the new en- try to Willow Creek Coun- try Club was improved and made safer. Sheriff Matlack has done a good job of heading up the Sheriff’s Department and he has earned and de- serves re-election. John Edmundson Armato plans to work towards goals To the editor, A short while ago I announced my bid to run for the position of Morrow County Commissioner. As a current county employee and longtime resident of Morrow County, I come into this position with existing knowledge of both the county’s policies and the persons, both de- partment heads and elected officials, that are in charge of the county. This back- ground will aid me in work- ing with the county officials and to assist as we strive to shape the departments and the culture of the county government, creating a better and more cohesive government. I believe that econom- ic development and ac- cess to housing are two of the larger challenges that face our county. As such, I plan to work with local business leaders, the port commissioners and other authoritative people in our county with those two goals in mind. I will work with local, state and federal agencies to re-evaluate flood mapping. Re-mapping would allow development in new areas for both commercial and residential use, stimulating economic growth. I will focus on improv- ing housing by working with our cities to help de- termine areas that could be developed into build- able housing sites. As new construction occurs for residential housing, older housing stock could in turn become rentals. My loftiest goal will be to work with the Department of Land Conservation to find a way to modify the existing land use legislation. Currently, it is required to parcel off a minimum of 160 acres in Exclusive Farm Use Zones before an owner can get a building permit. However, I believe that with proof of poor soils, construction should be allowed with fewer acres. This would create highly sought build- ing sites throughout our county. I firmly believe that de- termination, care and drive have shaped Morrow Coun- ty into the home we’re all so proud of and I would love to hear from you. Please stop me in the grocery store, the post office or wherever you see me to share your thoughts on the challenges our county and home faces. While these goals are lofty, I intend to work tire- lessly with the current com- missioners and county of- ficials to accomplish them, if you will allow me. I will work diligently to focus on local government needs while putting the citizens of Morrow County first and foremost on every decision we make. In conclusion, I would like to request that you kindly consider voting for me and giving me a chance to work for you at the county level. Thank you, Joseph B Armato Malachi “Mac” Kane Campbell Malachi “Mac” Kane Community College Board. Campbell, 90, a longtime He also gave time to other resident of Hermiston died civic organizations. He was at his home surrounded by involved in his children’s activities, everything from family on February 11. Recitation of the Holy tee-ball to 4-H and FFA. Rosary will be held on He was a devoted husband who called his wife Tuesday, February his “best decision” 18 at 10:30 a.m. and and a loving father will be followed by who supported each Mass of Christian child’s pursuit of his/ Burial at 11 a.m. at her own happiness. Our Lady of Angels He was always avail- Catholic Church, Malachi 565 W. Hermiston “Mac” Kane able to listen, give an encouraging word and Ave., Hermiston, Campbell make his family and OR. Mac was born on July friends feel loved. On almost every Tues- 22, 1929 in Condon, OR to Irish immigrants, Pat- day he could be found at the rick and Kathryn (O’Brien) Northwest Livestock Auc- Campbell. He was raised on tion where over the years he a sheep and cattle ranch in developed many strong and Lonerock, OR and it was lasting friendships. He had a curious mind there that he developed his love for the livestock and was open to new ideas industry and the people and had a strong faith, who worked in it, especially which he lived but never imposed on others. To sum sheepherders. Mac attended grade it up, he was a good man, school in Lonerock, grad- his family said. He was preceded in uated from Heppner High School and later earned an death by his parents; sis- accounting degree from ters, Patricia Campbell, the University of Portland, Martha Baily and Katie Van which he used in his jobs Schoiack and brothers John, at Rohrman Motors, C&B Peter and Jimmy, He is survived by his Livestock, Marlette and eventually, as a farm and wife, Veronica; children, ranch real estate broker. In Patrick Campbell, Fran- addition to these jobs, Mac ces (Mike) Patterson, Tara developed his own ranching (Yoji) Mineishi, Peter operation. It was stated that Campbell, Sarah Campbell he was a natural cattleman and Kara Campbell; grand- who had a gentleness that daughter, Ava Mineishi; animals responded to. He brother Tom Campbell and was referred to as the “cattle numerous nephews and whisperer” by his family. nieces. Contributions in Mac’s On August 20, 1960, he married Veronica Doherty memory may be made to in Hermiston. From that Vange John Memorial Hos- day a lifetime of adventures pice education fund. Please share memories of Mac began. He had a lifelong inter- with his family at burns- est in education and served mortuaryhermiston.com. as chairman of the Hermis- Burns Mortuary of Herm- ton School District Board iston, Oregon is in care of and the Blue Mountain arrangements. Looking for info on lost ski areas To the editor: I am documenting the history of abandoned or lost ski areas in Oregon. In the Heppner area, there are two, Arbuckle and Cutsforth Park. I have been able to glean some information on the history of both of these places through archived newspapers. I am looking for pho- tographs of people uti- lizing either of those ski hills or other memorabilia that readers may have and would be willing to share. I can be reached via email at sskamp@bend- broadband.com. My stories about lost ski areas can be found on Facebook on a page called Lost Oregon Ski Areas. Thank you, Steve Stenkamp Bend, OR Glen Franklin Ward Glen Franklin Ward, programs, such as teaching age 92, of Heppner passed hunter’s safety and wildlife away February 7 in Hep- courses at outdoor schools pner. Glen was born May and 4-H camps. He was a 23, 1927 in Haines, OR Scout leader for 22 years, a Little League coach to parents Raymond for six years, girls’ and Olga (Maxwell) softball coach for Ward. A Heppner civ- five years, and sup- ic leader for many ported the swim years, Glen’s contri- team for seven butions have been years. In 1973, the long-lasting through- Glen Franklin Morrow County out the area. CowBelles honored Glen was raised Ward him by naming him in Haines, attending school there and graduat- their Father of the Year. In ing with the class of 1945. later years, he was either a He then entered the US hunting partner or part of Navy and was stationed at the cheering section for his Pearl Harbor. Upon leaving grandchildren’s activities. Part of Glen’s endur- the Navy, Glen attended Eastern Oregon College ing legacy is the effort he (University) before trans- put into helping grow his ferring to Oregon State community. He served on University where he grad- the first Morrow Coun- uated with a degree in Fish ty Planning Committee and Wildlife Management. for 27 years, the Heppner Soon employed by the Or- City Budget Committee egon Department of Fish for 25 years, the Pioneer and Wildlife (Game Com- Memorial Foundation for mission), Glen moved to 32 years and was secretary Heppner. There he met and of the Heppner Elks Club married Joyce Buschke in for over 40 years. He was 1957. Glen and Joyce had named Man of the Year by three children, Ron, Sandra the Heppner Chamber of Commerce in 1995. and Judi. Glen is preceded in While working for the ODFW, a wildlife manage- death by his parents, Ray- ment district was created mond and Olga Ward and that included Wheeler, Gil- brother, Raymond Ward. Glen is survived by liam, Morrow, Grant, Crook and Sherman Counties. his wife of 62 years, Joyce Glen managed the area Ward; son, Ron (CeCe) for 37 years. He helped Ward of Portland; daugh- introduce new species such ters, Sandra (Lee) Rice and as wild turkeys, chukars Judi (Kimo) Gabriel, of and antelope into the area. Hermiston; and grandchil- Throughout his long career, dren, Mitch, Tyler, Jeni, Glen received awards in- Tate, Patrick and Megan. Internment with Mil- cluding Outstanding Biolo- gist NE Region in 1988 and itary Honors will be at 2 State Game Commission p.m., February 29 at the Employee of the Year in Heppner Masonic Ceme- 1972. He was also instru- tery. A Celebration of Life mental in the Bull Prairie will be held at the Heppner and Penland Lake develop- Elks Lodge at 3 p.m. with a ment and helped with other dinner to follow. Memorial contributions projects such as the Veter- ans’ Hide Drive, wherein can be made in memory of Glen helped collect over Glen Ward to The Heppner Community Foundation PO 12,000 hides. Years ago, when the Box 12, Heppner, Oregon local theater burned down, 97836. Sweeney Mortuary of Glen helped provide enter- tainment to local youth by Heppner is in care of ar- showing movies on week- rangements. You may sign ends at the local Legion the online condolence book Hall. Over the years, Glen at sweeneymortuary.com. helped with several youth Catholic men to meet on Shrove Tuesday The men of St. Patrick’s and St. William’s Catholic Parishes will meet on Shrove Tuesday, February 25 in Ione to prepare for Lent. Holy Hour will start at St. William’s Church at 5:30 p.m. A no host social period, dinner and meeting will follow at the Route 74 Restaurant at 6:30 p.m. Library board to meet The regular monthly meeting of the Oregon Trail Library District Board of Directors will be Wednesday, February 26 at 6:30 p.m. in Irrigon. Items on the agenda include the 2019 strategic plan, inclement weather policy and the director report. P ancake S uPPer All you can eat! Pancakes, Ham, Fruit Coffee, Tea, Juice, Milk Tuesday, February 25, 2020 5pm - 7pm All Saints Episcopal Parish Hall (corner of Gale & Church) All proceeds benefit mission and outreach needs in our local communities Adult $5, Student $4, Family $15 Sponsored By Hopeful Saints Ministry All Saints Episcopal Church & Hope Lutheran Church
