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RECORDS Wednesday, OctOber 28, 2020 HerMIstOnHeraLd.cOM • A5 OBITUARIES DEATH NOTICES Dell Ray Zimmer Cleo B. Childers Peoria, Arizona Ione Umatilla October 16, 2020 September 9, 1935 — October 22, 2020 Sept. 1, 1977 — Oct. 4, 2020 Dell Ray Zimmer, 79, ple in a game of pool and of Peoria, Arizona, passed ping pong, but he would away on October 16, 2020, always compliment you as after a determined and you lost. brave fight with multiple Dell Ray was a sup- portive and lov- myeloma. Dell Ray grew ing husband, up in Nebraska father, grandfa- ther, and brother and was an avid who would do Cornhuskers fan. anything for his He and his new family. He is sur- family moved to vived by his wife Oregon in 1967 of 53 years, Judy, with the Uma- tilla Army Depot. and his two chil- dren, Michele As they worked Zimmer (Zimmer) Wal- to build their life lace and Brad and family in the Zimmer. He Hermiston/Uma- tilla area, Dell will also greatly Ray also worked be missed by a second job at his son-in-law Safeway at night. Michael Wallace, In 1971 Dell Ray joined daughter-in-law Jennifer Farmers Insurance as an Zimmer and his grandchil- agent. He worked to serve dren: Blake and Bryce Wal- the greater Hermiston area lace, Devin Zimmer, Kate- and the people there for 44 lynn (Zimmer) John, her years. As an agent, Dell husband Matthew, their son Ray was successful and Pierce, his brother Verdell recognized many times by Zimmer, and his loyal lap- his company, but he took dog Daisy. Dell Ray joins his the most pride in the times he was able to help his cus- mother, Vivian Ickler, sister tomers and friends in their Carolyn, and grandson Gar- times of need or loss. Any- rett Zimmer in heaven. body who has ever inter- A celebration of Dell acted with Dell Ray has Ray’s life was held in Peo- always walked away feel- ria, Arizona, on October 20, ing better. 2020. Golf was Dell Ray’s pas- In lieu of flowers, the sion, but he also enjoyed a family asks that donations competitive game of bas- be made to Mayo Clinic ketball or tennis with his for cancer research. Their many friends and loved giving page is as follows: ones. https://philanthropy.may- He could beat most peo- oclinic.org/donateMC. Cleo B. Childers was wife of 65 years, Mari- born on September 9, lyn Childers, Ione, Ore- 1935, in Wapato, Wash- gon; sons Harvey Childers ington, to parents Jesse (Bobbi), Ione, Oregon, Glen Childers and Coy and Roger Childers (Bar- bara), Roseburg, Ethel Bowman Oregon; daugh- Childers. He ter Laurie Bar- died on October row (Cris), Lex- 22, 2020, at his ington, Oregon; home in Ione, grandchildren Oregon, at the Maci (Chris), age of 85 years. Kacy (Alisha), He was Molly (Josh), raised and Sarah (Leon), attended school Matthew, Lucas in Mabton, Childers and Payton; 10 Wa s h i n g t o n , great-grandchil- graduating in dren; and sev- the class of 1953. Cleo was united in eral nieces, nephews and marriage to Marilyn Bech- cousins. tel on June 5, 1955, in Cleo was preceded in Helix, Oregon. He worked death by an infant son, for the Lester King Ranch John; his parents; brother before settling in Ione, Max Childers; and a sister, Oregon, in 1961 where Glenna Childers. he has lived since. He A graveside service fol- worked for the Charles lowing state guidelines will Carlson farm until 1969. be held on Friday, October Cleo owned and operated 30, 2020, at 1 p.m. at the B & C Repair for 30 years Highview Cemetery, Ione, as well as farming in var- Oregon. ious locations until his Those who wish may passing. make contributions in He was a member of Cleo’s memory to the the Hermiston Gun Club, Hermiston Gun Club, c/o the NRA, Oregon Wheat Burns Mortuary of Herm- League and the Morrow iston, P.O. Box 289, Herm- County Grain Growers. iston, OR 97838. Please share memo- Cleo enjoyed trap shoot- ing, varmint hunting, play- ries of Cleo with his fam- ing cards and visiting at ily at burnsmortuaryherm- morning coffee, and loved iston.com. Arrangements by Burns Mortuary of farming. He is survived by his Hermiston. Kraig Alan Hull, 43, of Umatilla, died Sunday, Oct. 4, 2020. He was born Sept. 1, 1977, in The Dalles. A cel- ebration of life will be held Saturday, Nov. 7 at 1 p.m. at the Wasco County Fairgrounds in Tygh Valley. Burns Mortuary of Hermiston handled local arrangements. Vernon Harold ‘Vern’ Viall Visalia, California Boardman October 31, 1936 — August 17, 2020 Vernon Harold “Vern” Vern was a dedicated Viall, age 83, died August father. He served as a Boy 17 in Richland, Washington. Scout troop leader and He was born Oct. 31, 1936, attended hundreds of school in Rapid City, South Dakota, activities with his kids. He to Fletcher (Bud) taught his chil- dren to work hard Sullivan Viall and and value educa- Margaret Alma tion. He was ada- (Elston) Viall. mant that they Vern was the youngest of eight would go to col- lege and earn a children. His fam- ily moved to Sun- degree, which nyside, Wash- they all did. ington, when he Portland Gen- eral Electric hired was 10 months Viall Vern in 1978 as old, and later to an electrician at Grandview, Wash- ington. He gradu- the Boardman ated from Grand- Coal Plant. The view High School family moved to in 1955 and joined Boardman. He the Air Force. eventually became He spent most of his ser- an electrical supervisor and vice time at Vincent Air retired from the plant in Force Base in Yuma, Ari- 1999. zona, where he became an Vern loved the outdoors. aircraft electrician, which He enjoyed hunting and helped him in his later choice fishing, collecting rocks and to become an electrician. gems, and growing a big After leaving the military, garden. After retirement, he Vern returned to southeast and Dora explored much of Washington. While working the western U.S., including construction one summer two trips driving to and from day in Ione, he met a young Oregon to Alaska. lady who would become the Vern’s greatest love was love of his life. He married his family. He is survived Dora Sue Davidson on Oct. by his wife of 61 years, 31, 1959, at the Catholic Dora Sue; his children Mar- gie, Curtis, Lesli and their Church in Heppner. Vern and Dora Sue spent spouses; grandchildren their married life in Eastern Amber, Jeramiah, Aus- Oregon. In the early years, tin, Cydney, Derek, Lind- he worked as a milkman, sey, Rachel and their fam- carpenter, and mechanic. ilies; and four very special Seeking a more stable great-grandchildren. A celebration of life will career to support his fam- ily, he attended night classes be held Saturday, Oct. 31, and completed the electri- at 11 a.m., at the Lexington cian apprentice program in Cemetery. Pendleton. He worked at Memorial donations Coe Electric in Milton-Free- may be made in Vern’s water and Gordon’s Elec- name to Pioneer Memorial tric in Pendleton, eventu- Home Health & Hospice, ally becoming a journeyman P.O. Box 9, Heppner, OR electrician. 97836. Kraig Allen Hull Dick S. Jackson Hermiston Sept. 15, 1932 — Oct. 18, 2020 Dick S. Jackson, 88, of Hermiston, died Sunday, Oct. 18, 2020, at his home. He was born Sept. 15, 1932, in Dayton, Washington. At his request, no service will be held. Arrangements by Burns Mortuary of Hermiston. Share memories with the family at www.burnsmortua- ryhermiston.com. Thomas J. ‘Tom’ Miller Hermiston Feb. 23, 1957 — Oct. 20, 2020 Thomas J. “Tom” Miller, 63, of Hermiston, died Tuesday, Oct. 20, 2020, at his home. He was born Feb. 23, 1957, in Havre, Montana. A celebration of life ser- vice will be held at a later date. Arrangements by Burns Mortuary of Hermiston. Share memories with the family at www.burnsmortuaryhermiston.com. BIRTHS Good Shepherd Medical Center, Hermiston OCT. 14, 2020 GEORGE — Destiny George and Matthew Johnson of Hermiston: a girl, Cleo Faye George. OCT. 19, 2020 SANDQUIST — Anna E. Sandquist and Philip G. Sandquist of Hermiston: a girl, Agnes Bernadette Sandquist. TALAMANTES — Estefania Avila and Adrian Tala- mantes of Hermiston: a boy, Adrian Talamantes Jr. St. Anthony Hospital, Pendleton OCT. 19, 2020 PECK — Gracie A. Peck and Quinn H. Peck of Herm- iston: a girl, Myla Virginia Peck. COURTS Jeremy Theron Hancock SENTENCES October 13, 2020 Jeremy Theron Han- cock joined the stars on Oct. 13, 2020, at the age of 53, joining his father, Loran Hancock. Jeremy bravely fought a strong three-year battle with glio- blastoma, to which he finally fell. He was at home with his family by his side. Jeremy was born in Sunnyside, Washington. He attended high school in Hermiston, Oregon, where he played both football and baseball. After graduating in 1986, Jeremy attended Joint Apprentice Training Committee in Portland, Oregon, later becoming a general manager. He had moved to Visalia, Califor- nia, and lived there until his departing. Jeremy was a staple in everyone’s life, and a strong role model. He was often direct, yet always had our best interest at heart. He loved music any time of the day, even in his last moments, and we loved his laugh and smile. A heartfelt, special thanks to the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers for their caring help. Jeremy leaves his wife, Kelly; daughter Jessica with his grandson Jackson; daughter Grace; brother Jon; mother Joanne; and many more family mem- bers and friends. Jeremy will be loved always. Kayak buses won’t operate on Veterans Day HerMIstOn HeraLd Buses from Kayak Pub- lic Transit, including the HART in Hermiston, won’t be in operation on Wednes- day, Nov. 11, in observance of Veterans Day, according to a press release. The transit service will resume regular operations along its regional routes on Thursday, Nov. 12, the release stated. Those seeking addi- tional information can call the Kayak dispatch office at 541-429-7519. PENDLETON — The following sentences have been imposed in Umatilla County courts: FELONY •Tina Marie Hunt, 54, Hermiston, pleaded guilty to Forgery I: sentenced to 18 months probation, 90 sanction units, 30 maximum jail units, 80 hours commu- nity service, $200 fine and $2,300 fine-suspended. •Martin Ornelas, 33, Herm- iston, pleaded guilty to Fleeing/Attempt to Elude Police Officer: sentenced to 30 days jail and 1 year post-prison supervision; pleaded guilty to Posses- sion of Methamphetamine: sentence to discharge. MISDEMEANOR •Jose Victoria Navarro, 79, Hermiston, pleaded guilty to Sexual Abuse III: sentenced to 180 days jail-suspended, 5 years pro- bation, $100 fine and $900 fine-suspended, plus court costs and fees. •Andrew Marzolino, 33, Irri- gon, pleaded guilty to DUII: sentenced to 2 days jail, 178 days jail-suspended, 2 years probation, 80 hours com- munity service, $2,000 fine and 1 year driver’s license suspension, plus court costs and fees (revocation of Diversion Program). •Ivan Amisadal Reyes Prado, 23, Stanfield, pleaded guilty to DUII: sentenced to 30 days jail, 150 days jail-sus- pended, 3 years proba- tion, 40 hours community service, $1,000 fine, $5,250 fine-suspended and 1 year driver’s license suspension, plus court costs and fees. SUITS FILED PENDLETON — The follow- ing suits have been filed in Umatilla County courts (interest, court costs and fees not listed): •Velocity Investments LLC vs. David Salazar of Hermis- ton: seeks $12,280.53. •Crown Asset Management LLC vs. Sandra Abel of Hermiston: seeks $1,609.12. •Joseph M. and Vionne Leona Tricker as subrogee of American Family Mutual Insurance Co. vs. Cami- lo Vasquez Reyes: seeks $11,197.10. •Crown Asset Management LLC vs. Lazaro R. Rodriguez (Rodreguez) of Hermiston: seeks $920.04. •United Finance Co. vs. Rick- ey Sanchez Villagomez of Boardman: seeks $3,010.71. •United Finance Co. vs. Albino Solorio Ramirez of see courts, Page a6 TURNING 65? Confused about Medicare? Get answers from a trusted local resource! Call me for a complimentary PERSONAL CONSULTATION today! 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