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RECORDS/NEWS Wednesday, april 15, 2020 HerMisTOnHerald.COM • A5 POLICE LOG OBITUARIES Peggy Jean Brown TUESDAY, APRIL 7 Larry William Birt Hermiston April 5, 1950 — April 3, 2020 Larry William Birt of Hermiston was born April 5, 1950, in Seattle, Wash- ington, the son of William and Marie (York) Birt. He passed away in Hermiston on Friday, April 3, 2020, at the age of 69. Larry was born and lived in Lyn- nwood, Wash- ington, through- out his childhood where he graduated from Meadowdale High School in the class of 1968. After high school, he served in the U.S. Navy, stationed primarily at the Naval Air Station on Whidbey Island, where he fell in love with the island and Puget Sound area. Following honorable discharge from the Navy on June 18, 1975, he lived and worked in Washougal, Washington, and in 1977 moved to Hermiston, Ore- gon, where he resided since. He worked as a car- penter and cabinet maker before joining Wilde Elec- tric Motor Supply in 1983, learning the electric motor repair trade. He purchased the business with a part- ner, David Lamp, in Janu- ary 1994. Larry’s work ethic and strong commitment to his business, customers, and employees was clearly seen DEATH NOTICES by all who knew him. He enjoyed photogra- phy, good music, cribbage, a fresh salmon filet, and any- thing chocolate. He liked sports and followed the Seattle teams. Above all, he loved time with his family. His grand- son brought an additional joy the last couple years. Larry married Beth Brock in Hermiston on March 20, 1981. The couple divorced in 2004, but kept in touch throughout the years. He is survived by his two sons, Ezra and wife Sheena Birt of Indianapolis, Ind., and Ian and wife Ash- ley and grandson Levi Birt, all of Chandler, Ariz.; sis- ters Linda Nolan of Mukil- teo, Wash., and Bonnie Birt and husband Brian Barney of Bothell, Wash.; and many extended family members. He was preceded in death by his business partner, and both of his parents. A private family service will be planned at a later time. Burns Mortuary of Hermiston is in charge of arrangements. To leave an online condo- lence for the family, please go to www.burnsmortuary- hermiston.com 12:04 p.m. — Two males were reportedly fighting on West Ridgeway Avenue. 2:51 p.m. — A domestic disturbance was reported on South- west Porter Court. WEDNESDAY, APRIL 8 6:10 p.m. — A burglary was reported on West Orchard Ave- nue. Hermiston November 27, 1940 — April 5, 2020 Gary Edward Hack of He is survived by his Hermiston was born Novem- daughters Valetta, Kena and ber 27, 1940, in Baker City, Rahana; son Ed; four sis- Oregon, the son of Laurance ters, Linda, Shelly, Kathy and Shirley (Bennett) Hack. and Debbie; brothers Larry, Chuck, Rick and He passed away Dave; close friend in Hermiston on and partner Joyce Sunday, April 5, Langley; sev- 2020, at the age of eral grandchil- 79. dren; and many Gary grew up and attended nieces, nephews school in Baker and extended fam- ily members. City, Oregon. Gary was pre- After high school, ceded in death Hack he served in the by his parents, U.S. Army for and two brothers, a few years. He Monte and John. then worked in At his request, construction, no service will be which took him to jobs throughout the west- held. ern United States. Next, he Burns Mortuary of Herm- worked on cattle ranches, iston is in charge of arrange- which grew into him run- ments. To leave an online ning his own cattle. He had condolence for the family, a very strong work ethic please go to www.burnsmor- tuaryhermiston.com. throughout his life. Peggy Jean Brown, 72, of Hermiston, died Tuesday, April 14, 2020, in Kennewick, Washington. She was born May 1, 1947. Burns Mortuary of Hermiston is in charge of arrangements. Teria (Faamaile) Poumele Hermiston June 5, 1942 — March 27, 2020 THURSDAY, APRIL 9 2:13 p.m. — A cold hit and run was reported on North First Street. 2:28 p.m. — A woman reported that a 2011 Toyota Tundra hit her vehicle an hour earlier in the Walmart parking lot and then drove away. 4:58 p.m. — A domestic disturbance was reported on West Hermiston Avenue. Teria (Faamaile) Poumele, 77, of Hermiston, died Fri- day, March 27, 2020, at her home. She was born June 5, 1942, in Samoa. A private family burial was held at the Hermiston Cemetery. A public celebration of life ser- vice will be announced at a later date. Burns Mortuary of Hermiston is in charge of arrangements. Share memories with the family at www.burnsmortuaryhermiston.com. FRIDAY, APRIL 10 Wanda L. Wolter 3:10 p.m. — Child abuse/neglect was reported on East New- port Avenue and Southeast Seventh Street. 3:51 p.m. — Child abuse/neglect was reported on West Ridge- way Avenue. 6:35 p.m. — Child abuse/neglect was reported on Southwest 17th Street, involving a civil dispute between people recently divorced. 9:22 p.m. — A hit and run crash was reported on Northwest 11th Street. 10:54 p.m. — A domestic disturbance was reported on West Ridgeway Avenue. 11:14 p.m. — Unauthorized entry into a motor vehicle was reported on East Highland Avenue and South Highway 395. SATURDAY, APRIL 11 1:31 a.m. — A party involving minors in possession of alcohol and tobacco was reported on West Beech Avenue. 3:41 a.m. — A caller reported a teenager came home angry, choked her and threw her down, on Southwest Desert Oak Drive. 7:04 a.m. — A hit and run was reported on West Hermiston Avenue. 5:32 p.m. — A fight was reported on West Harper Road. 7:02 p.m. — A drunk driver was reported on Northwest 11th Street and Umatilla River Road. SUNDAY, APRIL 12 Gary Edward Hack Hermiston May 1, 1947 — April 14, 2020 9:23 a.m. — A hit and run was reported on North First Street. 9:55 a.m. — A large turkey was reported roaming South First Street. 4:11 p.m. — A hit and run was reported on West Harper Road. MONDAY, APRIL 13 9:10 a.m. — A domestic disturbance was reported on South- west 11th Street. 11:45 a.m. — A domestic disturbance was reported at Safe- way. 1:34 p.m. — A hit and run was reported at the Hermiston police station. 8:31 p.m. — A vehicle was reported stolen on Southeast Sixth Street. 9:48 p.m. — An assault was reported on North First Street. BIRTHS Good Shepherd Medical Center, Hermiston APRIL 7, 2020 LANDA — Mallory A.F. Mulcare and Jose J. Landa of Hermiston: a girl, Amelia Marie Landa. Hermiston Aug. 25, 1939 — March 23, 2020 Wanda L. Wolter, 80, of Hermiston, died Monday, March 23, 2020, in Hermiston. She was born Aug. 25, 1939, in Klamath Falls. A celebration of life service will be announced at a later date. Burns Mortuary of Hermis- ton is in charge of arrangements. Share memories with the family at www.burnsmortuaryhermiston.com. Aaron Wade Van Fossen Irrigon July 9, 1977 — March 30, 2020 Aaron Wade Van Fossen, 42, of Irrigon, died Monday, March 30, 2020, in Hermiston. He was born July 9, 1977, in Weiser, Idaho. Burns Mortuary of Hermiston was in charge of arrangements. COURTS SENTENCES PENDLETON — The following sentences have been imposed in Umatilla County courts: FELONY •Rebecca Raquel Ramirez, 29, Hermiston, pleaded guilty to Felon in Possession of Fire- arm: sentenced to 24 months Oregon Dept. of Corrections (DOC) and 2 years post-pris- on supervision; pleaded guilty to Failure to Appear I and aAttempt to Commit Class A Misdemeanor: sen- tences to discharge. JUDGMENTS PENDLETON — The follow- ing judgments have been rendered in Umatilla Coun- ty courts (interest, court costs and fees not listed): •Professional Service Bureau vs. Sabas M. Castro Martinez and Susan Elizabeth Martinez Santos Munoz of Hermiston: judgment for $802.85. •Unifund CCR LLC s. Rachel L. Shilhanek of Hermiston: judgment for $2,294.87. •Unifund CCR LLC vs. Danny J. Nolan of Umatilla: judg- ment for $1,220.66. •Midland Credit Manage- ment INc. vs. Yerizal Garcia (Hernandez) of Hermiston: judgment for $1,833.07. SUITS FILED PENDLETON — The follow- ing suits have been filed in Umatilla County courts (interest, court costs and fees not listed): •Valerie Bradley vs. Solon E. True: seeks $9,635.87. •Caleb L. Scott of Umatil- la (TRCI) vs. Richard Crist of Ontario (SRCI): seeks $35,000. MARRIAGES PENDLETON — Marriage licenses have been regis- tered in Umatilla County for: Oreanna Marie Knop, 34, of Hermiston, and William Griffin Thomas Jr., 31, of La Grande. OBITUARY POLICY The Hermiston Herald publishes paid obituaries. The obituary can include small photos and, for veterans, a flag symbol at no charge. death notices will be published at no charge. Obituaries may be edited for spelling, proper punctuation and style. Obituaries and notices may be submitted online at hermistonherald.com/obituaryform, by email to obits@hermistonherald.com, by fax to 541-276-8314, placed via the funeral home or in person at the Hermiston Herald or east Oregonian offices. For more information, call 541-966-0818 or 1-800-522-0255, x221. EOMG to host online candidate forums Good Shepherd HerMisTOn Herald HOW TO WATCH Stuck on who to vote for in the crowded Oregon 2nd Congressional District race? EO Media Group soon will provide residents in Eastern and Central Ore- gon an opportunity to hear from Republican and Dem- ocratic candidates running to replace Congressman Greg Walden. The media group is hosting online candidate forums using its newspa- pers’ Facebook pages and websites, including herm- istonherald.com. The forums, which are being livestreamed and recorded without an audi- ence due to COVID-19 concerns, are scheduled for 6:30 p.m. Friday, May 1, for the Democratic candi- dates and 5 p.m. and 7 p.m. Saturday, May 2, for the Republican candidates. “A crucial mission of local newspapers is to inform the public about matters that can affect their lives and their com- What: Oregon 2nd Congressional District candidate forums When: Democrat forum is 6:30 p.m., Friday, May 1; Republi- can forums are 5 p.m. and 7 p.m. Saturday, May 2. Where: Streaming live on the Hermiston Herald Facebook page. Forums can be rewatched after the event at hermistonherald.com or on EOAlive.tv. Questions: Submit questions in advance by email to CD2forum@eomediagroup.com or on Facebook Live during the event. munity,” said Kathryn B. Brown, vice president of EO Media Group. “EO Media Group is glad to be able to provide this online forum to give voters the opportunity to get to know more about the CD2 candidates before the May 19 primary election.” There are 16 candi- dates — five Democrats and 11 Republicans — running for the seat U.S. Rep. Greg Walden has held since 1998. Walden, the top Republican on the House Energy and Com- merce Committee and Ore- gon’s only Republican in Tax Problems: RESOLVED There are many ways we can tackle IRS or State tax relief together: ✔Tax Levies & Liens Release ✔Resolve Back Taxes ✔Wage Garnishment Release ✔Payroll Tax Negotiation ✔Stop Penalties and Interest ✔Tax Preparation & Bookkeeping Services ✔Tax Debt Negotiation & Settlement Congress, announced in 2019 he will retire in Jan- uary 2021. With 11 Republicans entered in the primary, Brown said it was neces- sary to hold two forums on May 2. “It was important to us to make sure there was enough time for voters to hear from all of the can- didates without sitting through an overly long forum,” she said. The forums are being streamed by La Grande- based Eastern Oregon Alive TV, a local internet TV station. The forums will be available for viewing on the Herald’s website or on EOAlive.tv following the events. “Voters will have the chance to rewatch or watch for the first time if they missed the live stream,” Brown said. The forums are being moderated by Chris Rush, the regional publisher of the EO Media Group’s east side publications. Voters can submit ques- tions to CD2forum@ eomediagroup.com in advance of the forums or on Facebook Live during the event. Oregon’s 2nd Congres- sional District is the largest of Oregon’s five districts, and is the seventh largest district in the nation. 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