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RECORDS WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 9, 2019 Police department gets new gear Hermiston police will see new defi brillators, body cameras this year HERMISTON HERALD The Hermiston Police Department has purchased 17 new automated exter- nal defi brillators (AEDs) with the help of a $10,000 grant from the Wildhorse Foundation. “We hear how busy the fi re department is,” said Chief Jason Edmiston. “If there ever is an opportunity where we can assist the fi re department, I think there’s an expectation from the public that if they are late with another emergency, we step in.” In 2015, the department purchased seven AEDs, which can be used to re-es- tablish a heart’s rhythm during sudden cardiac arrest. Edmiston said that since then, he can recall at least one instance where an offi cer used an AED. The new AEDs will be installed into the new take-home vehicles that the department said they’d be leasing and modify- ing this fall. Edmiston said that there have been some delays on the part of the company which will be outfi tting the vehicles with the necessary equipment. “We’ll be lucky if we have them out by Febru- ary,” Edmiston said. Edmiston also said that the department is sign- ing a new fi ve-year con- tract with Axon Enterprise for body cameras and data storage. The department previously had a contract with the same company for $72,000 but re-negotiated the terms to make changes related to licensure with a new $63,000 contract. “All of our offi cers are going to be equipped with brand new cameras, latest versions they’re pushing out,” Edmiston said. “It holds us accountable, and it holds people accountable.” He said it costs about $14,500 each year to keep offi cers outfi tted with body cameras. OBITUARIES Lyle M. Cantrell Boardman Edna Kash-kash of the Cayuse tribe in front of a tepee on the Umatilla Reservation, circa 1900. East Oregonian publishes pictorial history of region Pre-orders provide discount for heirloom book HERMISTON HERALD The East Oregonian will publish a new hard- cover coffee-table book: “Umatilla County Mem- ories: A Pictorial History of the mid-1800s through 1939.” Set for release this November, the heir- loom-quality book will feature a glimpse of Uma- tilla County from the 1800s to 1939 through stunning historic photos — many of them never before published. The volume will feature historic photos from the Umatilla County Histori- cal Society, Athena Pub- lic Library, city of Echo, Milton-Freewater Area Historical Society, Pend- leton Round-Up, Tamást- slikt Cultural Institute, as well as from newspaper readers. “We’re extremely grate- ful for the assistance from these partners for opening their photo archives to us, and also to area resident Wayne Low for sharing several stunning images from his private collec- tion,” said EO and Herm- iston Herald publisher Chris Rush. “This project was born out of a previous book published by the news- paper in 1998, ‘Umatilla County: The Early Years,’” said Rush. “That book proved to be quite popu- lar and we determined that after 20 years, it was time to open the window into our local history a little bit wider. So, we reached out to multiple community partners across the county to insure this book would be as representative of the area’s cultural diversity as possible.” The photos range from portraiture to scenes of everyday life in the late 19th and early 20th cen- turies as Umatilla County grew into a vibrant agri- cultural and commercial hub of northeast Oregon. Book chapters are orga- nized by Views and Street Scenes, Transportation, Agriculture and Industry, Commerce, Education, Public Service, Commu- nity, and Recreation and Celebration. “While this volume is not intended as a com- prehensive history of the region, these photographs provide a glimpse into the lives of Umatilla County citizens in moments of both celebration and des- peration, as well as the many mundane facets of life as it existed here more than a century ago,” said Rush. “I believe long-time area residents and new- comers alike will learn something and gain a new appreciation of this diverse and colorful place we call home.” For a limited time, this heirloom book can be pre-ordered at the dis- counted price of $29.95 online at Umatilla.Picto- rialBook.com, via mail-in coupon, or in-person at the East Oregonian offi ce, 211 S.E. Byers Ave. in Pendleton. The fi nished book is scheduled to ship on Nov. 22, in time for holiday gift giving. Mary Jane ‘Janie’ Coppinger Gresham Dec. 19, 1944 — Oct. 1, 2019 August 5, 1926 — October 4, 2019 Lyle M. Cantrell of Sonia Cantrell of Sidney, Boardman was born Michigan; Lisa and hus- December 19, 1944 in band Rex Holcomb of Twin Falls, Idaho, the Pendleton, Oregon; Kim- son of Lyle and Lillie berly Cantrell and sig- (Brackenbury) nifi cant other Cantrell. He Douglas of Fen- passed away in wick, Michigan; Hermiston on Mark Cantrell of Monday, Octo- Greenville, Mich- ber 1, 2019, at igan; and Casa- the age of 74. ndra and husband Lyle lived Jordan Whetsler in Burley, of Umatilla, Ore- Idaho, through- gon; sister, Shir- Cantrell out his child- ley Spriggs and hood where he signifi cant other attended school and grad- Joe of Burley, Idaho; uated from high school 12 grandchildren; fi ve in the class of 1963. great-grandchildren; and While in high school, he several nieces, neph- began working for Ore ews and extended family Ida Foods. He worked for members. Ore Ida Foods for many He was preceded in years taking him to Moses death by his parents, Lake, Washington; Green- brother, James; sister, ville, Michigan; and Plo- Carol; and a grandson, ver, Wisconsin. In 1982, Kevin. he moved to Boardman, A memorial service Oregon, where he worked will be announced at a as a plant engineer for later time. Arrangements Conagra Foods until retir- by Burns Mortuary of ing in 2012. Hermiston. To leave an Lyle enjoyed hunting, online condolence for the fi shing, camping, rock- family, go to www.burns- hounding and being in the mortuaryhermiston.com. outdoors. He also enjoyed Family suggests spending time with his memorial donations in family. Lyle’s memory be made He is survived by his to Friends of the Colum- children, Bradley and wife bia Gorge. Beloved mother and worshiped at the Mountain grandmother Mary Jane View Christian Church and (Janie) Coppinger was born her chapel services at her August 5, 1926, in Wichita, assisted living home. Janie retired at 64 and Kansas. The family moved began another to McMinnville, phase of life. She Oregon, in 1936. continued travel, The family then playing cards, moved to Echo, playing golf and Oregon, in 1940. enjoying friends Janie gradu- and family. Janie ated in 1943, at was an inte- the age of 16. She gral part of fam- then worked at the ily celebration Umatilla Ordi- and events. These nance Depot as Coppinger words cannot con- a driver and typ- vey how much ist. She married Kenneth Coppinger upon she’ll be missed. Janie was predeceased his return from service in World War II. They lived on by her parents, Albert and a wheat farm near Echo with Mabel Laurie; sister Shir- their three daughters (Con- ley Ann Cleary; broth- nie, Jacquelyn and Wendy). ers Charles and Albert; and Janie was a PTA mom, her daughter, Connie Lynn 4-H leader, learned to play Caplinger, who passed on golf, loved water sports October 5, 2019, just hours and dancing. She was an after her mother. She is survived by her excellent baker and cook. She also worked part time daughters Jacquelyn (Rich- at the Hermiston Herald ard) Gutensohn of Oregon and Wendy (John) Laven- newspaper. Janie moved to Gresham der of Alberta, and grand- in 1971, where she worked children Rebecca (Steven) for the Jantzen Excess Fab- Donaldson of Washington, rics, until they moved to Liza (John) Kuhlmann of Vancouver. She stayed in Oregon, Michael (Norma) Oregon and earned her real Gutensohn of Oregon, Mary estate sales license. She later Elizabeth (Jesse) Keyes of worked for her brothers (Al Oregon, Holly (Kelly) Pros- and Chuck Laurie) in their kow of Alberta, Joshua Hale of Alberta, Emily Lavender manufacturing businesses. Through the years, Janie of Alberta, David (Tami) loved traveling to Mex- Young of Oregon. She ico, fi shing, dancing and has fi ve great-grandchil- an active social life. She dren, nephews, grandneph- was a member of the Fra- ews and a grandniece, and ternal Order of Eagles and a great-great-grandson of Ladies Auxiliary Elks. She whom she was very proud. PUBLIC SAFETY Photo taken by Lee Moorhouse/courtesy Library of Congress #LC-USZ62-102133 HERMISTONHERALD.COM • A5 Tuesday, October 1 10:54 a.m. Hermiston police tagged two abandoned vehi- cles, one at East Ridgeway Avenue and one at West Wren Avenue. 2:55 p.m. A woman said she knows that marijuana is legal, but that her whole neighborhood smells like it and she wants to know “if that’s legal.” Wednesday, October 2 10:46 a.m. A woman called to say that she lives near Green- wood Park and that a handful of kids keep “mooning” the whole neighborhood. 11:22 a.m. On Highways 395, a blue Ford F150 is swerving and the driver may be intoxicated. 11:33 a.m. A woman would like for the police to remove a zapping baton weapon, which she found, from her car. 7:28 p.m. A domestic disturbance occurred on West Sun- land Avenue. 11:39 p.m. On North First Street, a welfare check ended in arrest. 11:50 p.m. A domestic disturbance was reported on South- west Larkin Court. Thursday, October 3 12:33 a.m. Police were unable to locate a domestic distur- bance which reportedly occurred on South Highway 395. 10:21 a.m. A domestic disturbance between a man and a woman occurred on West Hermiston Avenue. 12:38 p.m. In a possible burglary, three juveniles jumped into a window on East Jennie Avenue. 2:20 p.m. A man passed out in a Bronco is blocking traffic on North First Street. Police couldn’t locate the person. 3:50 p.m. A woman reported someone has been following her all over town and showing up at her work. 11:05 p.m. On West Juniper Avenue, there was a fight in an apartment building. Friday, October 4 12:20 p.m. A domestic disturbance occurred on Southwest 11th Street. 1:51 p.m. Someone called to report that three babies were locked in car seats inside of a van on South Highway 395. 2:41 p.m. A man reportedly followed a family out of the Club 24 parking lot because he said they had sold his father fake gold a few months back. 6:20 p.m. Someone on West Hermiston Avenue walked into a business while holding a beer. Saturday, October 5 2:06 p.m. A drunk driver apparently pulled into a parking lot on North First Street. Sunday, October 6 12:07 a.m. On West Sunland Avenue, a young woman took “a bunch” of promethazine and is intoxicated. 2:50 a.m. On Southwest 13th Place, a domestic disturbance was reported. 7:35 a.m. A domestic disturbance occurred on South First Street. 5:00 p.m. Unauthorized use of a motor vehicle occurred on Southwest Joshua Drive. 10:15 p.m. Unauthorized use of a motor vehicle was report- ed on Northwest 11th Street. Monday, Oct. 7 9:22 a.m. A minor in possession of alcohol or tobacco was reported. 11:03 a.m. A woman called the police to report that a home on Southwest Desert Oak Drive is infested with cockroach- es and is infesting the whole neighborhood. 3:05 p.m. A man reported it appeared someone had stolen his identity. 3:14 p.m. A hit and run occurred on North First Street. 3:17 p.m. A dog bite was reported on East Beebe Avenue. 3:18 p.m. Someone on North First Street reported that a homeless camp had been set up behind a motel and peo- ple were jumping the fence and stealing items from rooms. 5:27 p.m. A burglary was reported at Northwest 13th Street. 5:57 p.m. A woman was reportedly not taking her meds and was making threats at people. Follow us on Facebook! Jack Lester Walty Boardman January 21, 1927 — October 4, 2019 Jack Lester Walty was loved working around the born January 21, 1927. He youth at the high school. He passed on peacefully with was even nominated honor- his wife Helen by ary Mr. RHS by the high school his side on Octo- students. ber 4, 2019. Jack knew Jack was raised God on a personal in Talent, Oregon, level and had a and lived all over strong desire that the Pacifi c North- all might feel of west until mov- His love. He was ing to Anchorage, an active mem- Alaska, in 1975 Walty ber of The Church with his wife and of Jesus Christ of three daughters. Jack spent his entire life Latter-day Saints. Jack was preceded in providing for his family, hunting and fi shing with his death by his sister Gene- girls, grooming his yard, vieve, brother Harvey, and cherishing his wife, and daughter JoAnn. He is sur- sharing the love of God. He vived by his wife Helen, was funny, sincere, musical, daughter Christine, daugh- friendly, and a real charac- ter Lura (husband Robert), ter. An honest and true man and many grandchildren and through and through. He great-grandchildren. Cow- always did what he said and abunga Daddy! A funeral service will said what he did (yes, the be held on Saturday, Octo- fi sh really was that big). Upon retiring as the Chief ber 12, 2019, at 1 p.m. at the of Petroleum for the state of Church of Jesus Christ of Alaska in 1994, Jack and Latter-day Saints, 500 Wil- Helen felt a prompting to son Road SW, Boardman, settle in Boardman, Oregon. Oregon. Burial will follow Jack loved his Boardman at the Riverview Cemetery, friends and they loved him. Boardman, Oregon. Please share memories After settling into a routine in Boardman, he decided to of Jack with his family at fi ll some of his time as a jan- www.burnsmortuaryherm- itor at the local high school, iston.com. Arrangements by singing up and down the Burns Mortuary of Hermis- halls while he worked. He ton, Oregon. THANK YOU The family of Clinton Patrick “SKIP” Walchli would like to thank everyone for the support shown to us during our loss. We appreciate all the beautiful flowers, cards, food and memorial contributions made in his memory. We appreciated everyone’s thoughts and prayers. Sincerely, Sherry Walchli & families
