RECORDS
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 9, 2021
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OBITUARIES
OBITUARIES
Joe Fernandez Jr.
Helen Kathleen West Bauermeister
Iona Katherine ‘Kathy’ Berg
Irrigon
Hermiston
Irrigon
Jan. 18, 1967 — June 18, 2020
Joe Fernandez Jr., 53, of Irrigon, died June 18, 2020,
in Hermiston. He was born Jan. 18, 1967, in Phoenix,
Arizona. Mass of Christian Burial will be held Friday,
June 18, 2021, at noon at Our Lady of Angels Catholic
Church, Hermiston. Burns Mortuary of Hermiston is in
care of arrangements. Share memories with the family at
www.burnsmortuaryhermiston.com.
February 15, 1935 — June 2, 2021
January 19, 1943 — May 29, 2021
Wayne H. Schnell
Irrigon
Jan. 18, 1933 — March 8, 2020
Wayne H. Schnell, 87, of Irrigon, died March 8, 2020,
in Richland, Washington. He was born Jan. 18, 1933, in
Vancouver, Washington. A celebration of life gathering
will be held Saturday, June 12, at 2 p.m. at the Skinny
Bull AG Museum, 240 S. First St., Irrigon. Burns Mortu-
ary of Hermiston is in care of arrangements. Share mem-
ories with the family at www.burnsmortuaryhermiston.
com.
Maria Francisca De La Cruz
Helen Kathleen West
Bauermeister of Hermiston
was born February 15, 1935,
in Walla Walla, Washington,
the daughter of Fred and
Imogene West. She passed
away at her home in Herm-
iston on June 2, 2021, at the
age of 86.
She married William
West in Condon, Oregon.
From this union three chil-
dren were born: Randy,
Holly and Mitchell. The
couple later divorced.
She later married Donald
Bauermeister, who preceded
her in death in 2018.
She was also preceded
in death by her parents, and
two siblings.
She is survived by a
son, Randy (Carol) West;
daughter
Holly
(Phil)
Doza; son Mitch (Sally)
West; seven grandchil-
dren; seven great-grand-
children;
and
four
stepgreat-grandchildren.
No services are being
planned.
Memorial donations in
her memory can be made to
the Blue Mountain Commu-
nity College Rodeo Team.
Burns
Mortuary
of
Hermiston is in care of
arrangements.
Boardman
Justin Lee Bartoschek
Oct. 10, 1925 — June 3, 2021
Maria Francisca De La Cruz, 95, of Boardman, died
Thursday, June 3, 2021, at her home. She was born Oct.
10, 1925, in El Jazmin, Jalisco, Mexico. Recitation of the
rosary was held Tuesday, June 8, at 2 p.m. at Our Lady
of Angels Catholic Church, Hermiston, with Mass of
Christian Burial to follow at 2:30 p.m. Burial followed at
the Riverview Cemetery, Boardman. Burns Mortuary of
Hermiston is in care of arrangements. Share memories at
www.burnsmortuaryhermiston.com.
John Allen Hinz
Hermiston
Sept. 25, 1970 — Jan. 5, 2021
John Allen Hinz, 50, of Hermiston, died Jan. 5, 2021.
He was born Sept. 26, 1970. A memorial and celebration
of life will be held Saturday, June 26, at 12 noon at the
Echo Cemetery. Lunch will follow at the Campus Life
building, 595 S. First St., Hermiston. Bring your Nerf
guns; a Nerf war will follow.
Donald Christian ‘Donnie’ Gillis
Chandler, Arizona
March 8, 1948 — April 26, 2021
Donald Christian “Donnie” Gillis, 73, of Umatilla,
died April 26, 2021, in Chandler, Arizona. He was born
March 8, 1948, in Anacortes, Washington. A celebration
of life was held Friday, June 4, at 6 p.m. via Zoom at
https://us04web.zoom.us/j/71660502171?pwd=N2FUa-
jMrZTFycDdiRXh5clg0RG54Zz09. Burns Mortuary of
Hermiston is in care of arrangements. Share memories
with the family at www.burnsmortuaryhermiston.com.
Lorin ‘Ed’ Norton
Irrigon
Jan. 29, 1952 — April 20, 2021
Lorin “Ed” Norton, 69, of Irrigon, died April 20, 2021,
in Portland. He was born Jan. 29, 1952, in Salt Lake City,
Utah. A celebration of life gathering will be held Sat-
urday, June 5, at 11 a.m. at Burns Mortuary chapel in
Hermiston. Burns Mortuary of Hermiston is in care of
arrangements. Share memories with the family at www.
burnsmortuaryhermiston.com.
Maureen M. Roxbury
Hermiston
May 18, 2021
Justin Lee Bartoschek, a Justin never hesitated to go
resident of Hermiston, died out of his way for someone
unexpectedly on May 18, and would give the shirt
off his back to anyone in
2021, at the age of 49.
need. His pres-
He was born
ence is sorely
in Orofi no, Idaho,
missed, and his
and immediately
loss felt deeply.
fi lled the lives of
He was a lov-
those around him
ing and fun uncle
with joy. Justin
who was adored
grew up in Herm-
by his nieces and
iston raised by his
nephews.
mom, Cathy, and
He is survived
Burt with his fi ve
by his mother,
siblings.
Bartoschek
Cathy Minnick,
He spent many
and father, Henry
years
working
Bruns; siblings
in alcohol and
drug treatment centers. He Melissa Paiz (Damien),
POLICE LOG
worked for CCC Sobering Troy Minnick (Lana), Aaron
Station in Portland and Pow- Bartoschek (Pam), Matthew
reported on North First
TUESDAY, JUNE 1
erhouse Rehab in Hermis- Bartoschek (Niki), and Trina
Street and West Theater
ton. He also worked in the Kline (Dale); grandmother
8:24 a.m. — A domestic
Lane.
Juanita Kiser; and several
oil fi elds in North Dakota.
disturbance was reported on 1:33 p.m. — A domestic dis-
Justin was an avid fi sh- nieces and nephews. He is
East Montana Avenue.
turbance involving someone
erman who spent much of predeceased by his stepfa-
11:21 a.m. — A resident
throwing belongings out
his time chasing salmon ther, Burt Minnick.
on East Highland Avenue
into the yard was reported
A celebration of Life will
and steelhead from the
reported
that
someone
had
on West Cody Avenue.
Deschutes River to North be held at 2 p.m. on June 26,
1:50 p.m. — A domestic
been
pounding
on
their
door
2021, at New Hope Church
Idaho.
disturbance involving a male
in
the
middle
of
the
night
Anyone who knew Jus- in Hermiston, Oregon. We
damaging his girlfriend’s
and screaming about their
tin knew he had a relation- hope you will come and
vehicle during a verbal
son.
ship with our Lord Jesus share your memories with
altercation was reported on
Christ and shared it with us. Reception will follow at
11:58 a.m. — A two-vehicle
See Police, Page A6
many. He spent time with church.
motor vehicle accident was
people and made many
friends. Cherished by his
Oregon Department of Transportation
Update 6/2/2021
family and loved by many,
Justin’s caring heart and
Project Information
kindness spread far and
wide as he helped others.
Pasco
June 11, 1966 — May 31, 2021
Longtime Umatilla resident Maureen M. Roxbury, 54,
of Pasco, died Monday, May 31, 2021, at her home. She
was born June 11, 1966, in Clarksville, Tennessee. Ser-
vices are pending with Burns Mortuary of Hermiston.
Share memories with the family at www.burnsmortua-
ryhermiston.com.
David James Paxton
Portland
April 28, 1955 — May 25, 2021
Former Hermiston resident David James Paxton, 66,
died Tuesday, May 25, 2021, in Portland. He was born
April 28, 1955, in Detroit, Michigan. A Celebration of
Life will be held later this summer. Arrangements are
with Crown Memorial in Tigard.
Jackie S. Hughs
Hermiston
May 14, 2021
Jackie S. Hughs, 62, of Hermiston, died Friday, May
14, 2021, in La Grande. A graveside service following
state guidelines will be held Saturday, June 12, at 10 a.m.
at the Hermiston Cemetery. Burns Mortuary of Hermis-
ton is in care of arrangements. Share memories with the
family at www.burnsmortuaryhermiston.com.
Iona Katherine “Kathy” David J. (Sarah) Green
Berg, 78, of Irrigon, Ore- of Glenwood, Minnesota,
gon, passed away peace- Patrick (Shannon) Green
fully after a brief illness of Alpena, Michigan,
on Saturday morning, Michele (Allen) House of
Perkinston, Mis-
May 29, 2021,
sissippi,
and
at Providence St.
Margaret (Jeff )
Vincent Hospi-
Lawler of Rod-
tal in Portland,
chester, Minne-
Oregon. Kathy
sota; 18 grand-
was born on Jan-
children;
24
uary 19, 1943, to
great-grandchil-
Harold and Betty
dren; and numer-
Lou (Neff ) Kee-
ous nieces and
ler in Port Huron,
nephews.
Michigan.
Berg
Kathy
was
She
mar-
preceded
in
ried Per “Pete”
death by her
Berg on Decem-
ber 17, 1983, in Elma, parents, Harold and Betty
Lou Keeler; sisters Ruby
Washington.
She enjoyed playing (Keeler) McDonald and
bingo, watching science LouAnne (Keeler) Grim-
fi ction movies and spend- son; grandson Daniel J.
ing time with her girlfriend Brookshire; and nephew
Craig Ruck.
in her coff ee club.
A Celebration of Life
She is survived by her
husband of 38 years, Per ceremony for Kathy will
“Pete” Berg of Irrigon; sis- be held at a later time to be
ters Doris (John) Huntoon announced.
Flowers can be sent in
of Port Huron, Michigan,
Kay (Wilfred) Ruck of memory of Kathy Berg
Port Huron, Michigan, and c/o Kay Ruck, 1835 Allen
Sheila Mueller of Naples, Road, Kimball, MI 48074.
Burns Mortuary of
Florida; brothers Pat-
rick Keeler of Port Huron, Hermiston is in care of
Michigan, and Danny Kee- arrangements. To leave an
ler of Port Huron, Mich- online condolence for the
igan; children Kimberley family or to share memo-
Green of Vandebilt, Mich- ries with her family, please
igan, Cheryl (Mike) Filar- go to www.burnsmortuary-
ski of Irrigon, Oregon, hermiston.com.
Evening features free
Yu-Gi-Oh! game play
HERMISTON HERALD
All ages are welcome
during an evening of playing
Yu-Gi-Oh!, a Japanese trad-
ing card game.
The event will feature
casual card play, a chance
to try out new decks, trade
cards with others and meet
new friends.
The event is Saturday,
June 12 from 7-10 p.m.
at Infi nity Watch Collect-
ibles, 1300 Sixth St., Uma-
tilla. There is no entry fee.
The event also includes free
snacks and drinks and a
movie.
For more information,
call/text 541-571-6693 or
visit www.facebook.com/
Infi nityWatchCollects.
Online
For this week’s court records, go to hermistonherald.com
OR 207 Chip Seal
(Umatilla Co)
The Oregon Department of Transportation is chip-sealing sections of Oregon
Highway 207 in Umatilla County in June. Crews will apply the chip seal resurface
treatment, then repaint the highway lines and markings afterwards. The process
includes spreading rock chips onto emulsified oil, then pressing the rocks in with
rollers. The route will be restriped afterwards.
SCHEDULE: Work is scheduled to begin June 14 and will be completed by the end of June.
1. OR 207 (333 Hermiston Hwy.) between I-84 Exit 182 at milepost 12 and Madison
Road/Butter Creek at milepost 17.
2. OR 207 (320 Lexington-Echo Hwy.) between Butter Creek at milepost 27 and
Morrow County line at milepost 19.
This is a continuous 13-mile stretch of highway.
The milepost number change where two routes intersect at Butter Creek.
NOTE: Project schedule is subject to change.
Visit TripCheck.com for current traffic impacts.
PARKING RESTRICTIONS: Park vehicles outside work zones during chip seal
activities in downtown areas.
TRAVEL IMPACTS: Expect up to 20-minute delays, reduced speeds, loose rock
on the roadway, flaggers, and pilot cars directing single lane traffic through work
zones. There will be two short-term closures of the Exit 182 east bound off ramp
sometime during the project. Minor delays during nighttime/early morning hours
for road sweeping. Plan extra travel time, reduce speed and watch for construction
crews and equipment. Crews will sweep roadway, but expect some loose rock to be
present for several days after chip seal.
Bicycle riders should be prepared for traveling on rock chip covered highway sections
behind a pilot car with no usable shoulders. Pedestrians, including those with
disabilities, will be provided access through or around the work zone. Use alternate
routes or delay travel if possible to avoid work zones.
RANCHERS, FARMERS, PROPERTY OWNERS: Please keep farm equipment
off the impacted highway sections during and up to two days after the chip seal
application. Also, adjust irrigation pivots and lawn sprinklers to keep water off the
roadway. If you have plans for moving livestock on these highway sections in June,
please advise Randy Randolph at 541-969-8518 or Justin Reed at 541-612-2605.
We greatly appreciate your support and cooperation during these paving operations.
For more information on eastern Oregon highway construction projects contact:
Tom Strandberg @ 541-963-1330, email: thomas.m.strandberg@odot.state.or.us.
For updated road conditions check TripCheck.com or call 511, or (800) 977-6368.
June 7 - 13, 2021
always the first full week of june
Ed Miller
Xtreme Bull Riding
Thurs, June 10, 2021 @ 6:30 pm
Kachira Phillips & Makenzie Polfer
Get your tickets now
ONLINE at
www.easternoregonlivestockshow.com
or AT THE GATE
PRCA Rodeo
& Pari-Mutuel Horse Racing
Friday, June 11, 2021 @ 4 pm
Saturday, June 12, 2021 @ 2 pm
Sunday, June 13, 2021 @ 1:30 pm
Carnival
Thursday
through
Saturday
Parade
Friday @ 2 pm