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7:2+HSSQHU*D]HWWH7LPHV+HSSQHU2UHJRQWednesday, March 27, 2024 7KH2൶FLDO1HZVSDSHU of the City of Heppner and the County of Morrow Heppner GAZETTE-TIMES U.S.P.S. 240-420 Morrow County’s Home-Owned Weekly Newspaper SEARCH OLD COPIES OF THE HEPPNER GAZETTE-TIMES ON-LINE: http://oregonnews.uoregon.edu/ Published weekly by Sykes Publishing and entered as periodical matter at the Post 2൶FHDW+HSSQHU2UHJRQXQGHUWKH$FWRI0DUFK3HULRGLFDOSRVWDJHSDLG DW+HSSQHU2UHJRQ2൶FHDW10DLQ6W7HOHSKRQH )D[ 676-9211. E-mail: editor@rapidserve.net or sykeschris@hotmail.com Web site: www.heppner.net. Postmaster send address changes to the Heppner Gazette-Times, P.O. Box 337, Heppner, Oregon 97836. Subscriptions: In Morrow County $35/year. Outside Morrow County $40/year. In County Senior Rate (65 years or older) $30/ year. 9 month Student student subscriptions $35/year. 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Families wishing to include information not included in the guidelines or who wish to have the obituary written in a certain way must purchase advertising space for the obituary. )RU/HWWHUVWRWKH(GLWRU/HWWHUVWRWKH(GLWRU0867EHVLJQHGE\WKHDXWKRU7KH+HSSQHU *7ZLOOQRWSXEOLVKXQVLJQHGOHWWHUV$OOOHWWHUV0867LQFOXGHWKHDXWKRU¶VDGGUHVVDQGSKRQH QXPEHUIRUXVHE\WKH*7RI¿FH7KH*7UHVHUYHVWKHULJKWWRHGLWOHWWHUV7KH*7LVQRW UHVSRQVLEOHIRUDFFXUDF\RIVWDWHPHQWVPDGHLQOHWWHUV$Q\OHWWHUVH[SUHVVLQJWKDQNVZLOOEH SODFHGLQWKHFODVVL¿HGVXQGHU³&DUGRI7KDQNV´DWDFRVWRI Obituaries McConnell. He also leaves John Robert behind fourteen nieces and McConnell nephews and 22-grest niec- SMC Seniors Matter launches Obituaries senior activity center. Clark. Carol Ann South Morrow County new, there is a place for you She worked on the farm with her family and was a Seniors Matter is proud to at our table! Welborn Carol Ann Welborn, 69, of Lonerock, Oregon died March 23, 2024, in Culver, Oregon with family by her side. A graveside service will be held at 11 a.m., Friday, March 29, 2024, at the Heppner Masonic Cem- etery in Heppner, Oregon, with a potluck dinner in Lonerock at 2 p.m. at the Community Center. She was born October 9 th , 1954, at Beaverton, Oregon, the second child of Shirley Mary Greene Phillips and James Terry Phillips. Carol graduated high school and did two terms at Southern Oregon College, and after deciding college was not for her, she became a CNA. Carol met her husband Timothy Patrick Welborn when she took care of his dad while he was in the hospital. The couple mar- ried in Portland, Oregon on February 6 th , 1982. After they married, they moved to a house in Lonerock and then on to the family farm, where they raised their 2 amazing sons, Timie and wonderful wife and mother. She was a wonderful friend to many, and never met a stranger. She loved people and loved to visit and get to know others. She was so loving and caring with such a big heart. She loved cats, books and spending time with her family and friends. Survivors include her son Clark Welborn and his wife Jessica, brothers Dan Phillips and his wife Cathe, and Brian Phillips and a niece Haley Grubbs. and a niece Haley Grubbs. Carol was preceded in death by her husband Tim and a son Timie and her parents. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Childrens Research Hos- pital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105-1942 or to the American Cancer Society, Great West Divi- sion Inc., PO Box 3366, Portland, OR 97208-3366. Sweeney Mortuary is in care of arrangements. You may sign the online condolence book at www. sweeneymortuary.com. es and nephews. He will be greatly missed by his entire family. A celebration of life will be held of Sat- urday March 30 th , 2024, at Many “friends” will Harrison assisted. At the the Lexington Community EHQH¿WIURPWKHVXFFHVVRI end of the walk/run, par- Bible Church 150 East E this year’s “Friends Help- ticipants return for more Street, at 2pm. ing Friends St. Patrick’s refreshments and visiting Remembrance Walk/5k before heading uptown for the rest of the celebration Run.” “Boy did the sun ever festivities. Sunday was time for shine on our Remembrance Walk/Run event this year!” boxing up the church dec- reports a spokesperson. It orations and all the sham- LV WKH ¿UVW HYHQW OLVWHG RQ rocks on the route. Friends the weekend celebration who put up and took down Patty Matheny, brochure, so the “welcome were mat” was out, and the Re- Kaedene Bailey, Meghan membrance Committee Golden, Kathi and Kord members were ready to Dickenson, Susan and Hal- meet and greet in grand lee, and Healy Hisler, Tra- style with Eats and Treats vis and Kirsten Harrison, furnished by the commit- Sandra Rice (Hermiston) tee members. At 9:30, both and her sister Judi Gabriel JURXSV WRRN R൵ RQ ³WKHLU (Irrigon), Earl and Peggy Janice Rosalie Skaggs merry ways.” Fishburn, Mark and Amy passed peacefully away at (Kennewick), “Our committee feels Fishburn home surrounded by her so blessed and thankful Shelly and Anson and AJ beloved family on March for our local participants, McCabe, Tami Reitman, 19th, 2024. She was born to for everyone who lives Jacque Wilson and child- Fred and Thora Rose Land away from Heppner, and hood friend Sheri War- Gibbs on March 12th, 1938, for everyone who comes nock, and HHS students: in Joseph, Oregon, where to our event that morning Cam and Caylan Proud- she spent her childhood. WR DGG WKHLU ¿QDQFLDO FRQ- foot, Mason Orem, Jack- After graduation, Janice tributions to our ‘Pot of son Coiner, Jaime Cavan, married Frank Skaggs on Gold,’” say the committee Loren Trujillo, and Katie June 15th, 1956, in Joseph. members. All proceeds are Spivey. These many, many They had their first two to be disbursed with time to those with healthcare friends who helped deserve children, Kim and Donna, needs and those needing a big SHOUT OUT of ap- in Joseph before moving D ¿QDQFLDO ERRVW WR KHOS preciation! Flood Town to Sunnyside, Washington them get back on their feet. Bookstore is thanked for where their second two Before this event can selling event T-shirts. And children, Rob and Brian, were born. After spending take place, many hours of participants in the walk time in Boardman, Frank work have prepared for and run were spectacular! and Janice settled in Hep- it. Janelle Ellis takes care 3ODFLQJ ¿UVW WKLV \HDU LQ of putting up and taking the 5K Run’s 19-and-un- pner where Janice would down the 5K run signs. der age group was Lyle VSHQGKHU¿QDO\HDUVZKHUH On Friday, helpers were Peck (Helix), son of Chris she was the administrator of putting up the handmade and Angela Peck; second the Neighborhood Center - memory shamrocks, which place went to Ketch Fen- being such an integral part represent countless cre- nern; and third place was that she even returned after ative hours, along the walk won by Jace Wilson. The retiring to help support the route. Of 700-plus sham- top times in the 20-40 age community she loved. rocks, over 600 go outside group went to Katie Sund- Janice loved being with and around the streets. baum, Kevin Sundbaum, her family and support- The rest are used for the and Callahan Britt. For the ing her children, and lat- social hour hosted in the 41-and-over group, John er her grandchildren and basement of the Methodist 4XDOOV SODFHG ¿UVW DQG ' great-grandchildren, in Church. Peggy Fishburn Cannon took second. The Remembrance their many activities and has spearheaded the “Eats and Treats” for sixteen Walk/5K Run Commit- life events. Her home was years, with all committee tee members again thank a gathering place for holi- everyone for taking part women sharing their fa- days, and you could count in the 2024 event. “2025 vorite party foods. San- RQFR൵HHKRXUDQGYLVLWLQJ plans have started!” dy Matthews and Kirsten every day. Janice leaves behind the legacy of family and community. She is survived by her husband of 68 years, Frank, and her sister Deva Duke. She is also survived Ione Legion Hall is cards are $1 for a single or by her daughter, Donna hosting ‘Spring BINGO’ $5 for a book. Additional (Jim) Roy of Heppner, and April 21 st . The doors open at blackout cards are $2 for two sons - Brian of Heppner 3:30pm and the game starts single or a pack of 3 for $5. and Rob of Helix, Oregon, at 4pm. The admission price There will also be a 50/50 along with seven grand- is $15 and includes 2 books UD൷HWLFNHWVDUHHDFKRU children and numerous of BINGO cards, 1 dauber, 6 for $5. Bring your own great-grandchildren, nieces, and 3 blackout BINGO snacks and beverages. nephews, and great-nieces cards. Additional regular and nephews. Preceding Janice in death were her Print & Mailing Services parents, two brothers, her oldest son Kim, her grand- *Design *Print *Mail son Darin, and recently her Sykes Publishing 541-676-9228 sister Glennave. Friends Helping Friends Janice Rosalie Skaggs John Robert McCon- nell, a longtime resident of Heppner, passed away on February 9 th , 2024, at the age of 65. John was born April 15 th , 1958, in Dickenson, North Dakota to Charles and Vivian Mc- Connell. The family lived in Myrtle Creek, and Elgin Oregon, before moving to Dallesport, Washington in 1964. The family lived in Myrtle Creek and Elgin Oregon, before moving to Lexington in 1968. John was a graduate of Heppner High School, class of 1976. The family moved that year to Wallowa Valley. During this time john attended Boise Bible College with the desire to serve God and minister to others. The family returned to Hep- pner in the winter of 1983. John was a member of the Oregon Carpenters Union and worked as a carpen- ter much of his life. He was also a member of the boiler makers union and built and repaired boilers. John was very much a man of the forest. He liked to KXQW¿VKFDPSEDFNSDFN and pick mushrooms and Huckleberries. John was D SUROL¿F ZULWHU RI SRHWU\ short stories, and even a children’s book. Several of his works have been published. He was often self-employed as a wood- cutter, and logged Hop Poles in the early 1990s, employing several other people in those ventures. John was married to Sylvia Westrom, for a period of ¿YH\HDUVIURP This union brought no mu- tual children. Sylvia had two adult daughters Lori and Lisa who didn’t live with the family except Lisa for a brief time, and son Andrew, that john helped her raise. John maintained contact with his stepchil- dren after he and sylvia divorced. Andrew returned as an adult and lived with John for a period of time in Heppner. John was preced- ed in death by his parents, his brother James E. McCo- nnell, and niece Kimberly (McConnell) Eldridge. He is survived by six siblings, Cindy Summer (Charlie) , Susan Hargrove (Bryan), Kathleen Adams, Tom Mc- Connell (Margie), Richard McConnell, and Robert Ione Legion Hall to host BINGO announce the launching of a vibrant Senior Activ- ity Center, to be known as “The YOLO!”, because You Only Live Once! Aimed at enhancing the lives of seniors in our community. The Center, located at St. Patrick’s Senior Center, 190 N. Main, Heppner, promises a diverse array of activities and support groups tailored to meet the needs and interests of our beloved seniors. The Senior lunches will continue to be on Tuesdays at 11:30. The YOLO activ- ities will be every Thursday from 8 am to 5 pm, begin- ning April 4th. YOLO will serve as a hub for social LQWHUDFWLRQSK\VLFDO¿WQHVV and educational engage- PHQW$PRQJWKHR൵HULQJV participants can expect: 1. Exercise Classes: Seniors can kickstart their day with chair exercises designed to promote mobil- LW\ ÀH[LELOLW\ DQG RYHUDOO well-being. 2. Visiting Hour with &R൵HHDQG'RQXWV$QRS- portunity to mingle, share stories, and enjoy delightful refreshments in a warm and welcoming atmosphere. 3. Rhythm and Move- ment Classes: Let loose and groove to the rhythm with our dancer-size class- es, combining dance and fitness for an enjoyable workout session. 4. Craft and Art Class- es: We will be offering enjoyable activities targeted at the beginning skill level. 5. Table games: Join us for table games and social interaction, whether you are a seasoned player or looking to try something 6. Support Groups: Of- fering invaluable emotional support and companion- ship, our support groups include Grief Share for those navigating loss, and COPD support for individ- uals managing respirato- ry challenges. Additional groups will be added de- pending on the needs of our community. 7. Workshops on Care- giving, Alzheimer’s, and Dementia: Empowering seniors and caregivers alike with knowledge and re- sources to navigate the complexities of caregiving and address the unique challenges of Alzheimer’s and dementia. 8. Tech Savvy classes: Internet safety, Apps on your smartphone, accessing Facebook, and our local grocery store app! 9. Community outings: Sage Center, Boardman Aquatic Center, Wildhorse, Underground Tours, Cuts- forth Park, and more ideas to follow! We invite all seniors in South Morrow County to join us at The YOLO center for enriching ex- periences and meaningful connections. Together, let us celebrate the vitality and wisdom of our senior community because You Only Live Once! For more information find us on Facebook at South Morrow County Se- niors Matter, check for arti- cles in the Heppner Gazette Times, or come to the meal site on Tuesdays! For more information, please contact Molly Rhea: (541-399-3420) Molly. Rhea@gmail.com We will be closed on Sunday, March 31, for Easter! 217 North Main St., Heppner, OR Phone 676-9158 Floral 676-9426 murraysdrug.com Hours: Mon-Fri 7am-6pm • Sat 8am-6pm • Pharmacy- Mon-Fri 9am-6pm - Sunday 9-2 (seasonally) ($562) (;3(5,(1&( 5HDG\WRKHOSZLWK\RXU KHDULQJKHDOWKFDUHQHHGV 1:WK6WUHHW 6XLWH( +HUPLVWRQ25 36$VNXVDERXWRXUILQDQFLQJ RSWLRQV &DOO9HUQD 2൵HULQJFRPSOLPHQWDU\KHDULQJ HYDOXDWLRQDQGRUWRKDYH\RXUFXUUHQW KHDULQJDLGVFOHDQHG FKHFNHG VFKHGXOHWRGD\ ɺʇʇʎɺʅɾɺʌʍɾʋɾʀʀʁʎʇʍ 6DWXUGD\0DUFKWK Heppner Football Field 8:30 a.m. Pictures with Easter Bunny 9:00 a.m Easter Egg Hunt Starts Age groups: 0 thru 3, 4 thru 6, 7 thru 9, and 10+
