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The INDEPENDENT, September 4, 2008 Any age is the right age to volunteer From page 7 dition, such stress can usually be addressed by actions such as additional studying of those spelling words or extra re- hearsals for that presentation. But for an older person fac- ing problems such as deterio- rating health, caring for an ill spouse, a possible loss of inde- pendent living, or waning finan- cial resources, the stress levels can be high, ongoing and often impossible to make go away. The result can be serious de- pression, one of the most com- mon health problems facing older Americans today. While many of the stress-in- ducing problems of the elderly aren’t easy to make disappear, there are ways to manage stress and reduce the negative effects it can have on a senior’s life. The most commonly offered advice is to live a more active life. That usually translates as more physical activity and a more active social life. Getting more exercise isn’t difficult, but does require the dedication to make it happen. Creating a more active social life, however, can be a chal- lenge for many people. And that’s where volunteering can make a difference. From big cities to small towns there are numerous vol- unteer opportunities. Some may call on past skills, talents and work experiences, while others might allow you to learn new skills. Often it simply means being a helpful body when assistance is needed. In all cases volunteering provides an opportunity to meet new people, to help others, and to feel more positive about your- self – all great stress reducers for anybody. While getting started can seem difficult, when it comes to volunteering it’s usually easy. A call to your local school, hos- pital, YMCA, Red Cross, ani- mal shelter or other non-profit will usually provide plenty of opportunities or suggestions. And there’s online services, such as VolunteerMatch.com, that link volunteers to local non- profit needs. Volunteering is a great way to stay active, be more in- volved, and reduce stress, re- gardless of your age. Find out who needs your help today. Source: American Counseling Association westerns filmed in Montana. He moved to Vernonia in 1967. In 1975, he married Karen. They made their home in Vernonia, where he raised horses and cattle before retiring in 1985. At a later date, they moved to Oakland. He was preceded in death by one son, Philip; and one daughter, Virginia. Survivors include his wife; two sons, Michael of Menomonie, Wisc. and Rod- ney of Phoenix, Arizona; four daugh- ters, Eleanor Savely of Birkenfeld, Tania Lee of Sutherlin, Heidi Herbert of Oakland, and Jamie Whitmore of For- est Grove; 20 grandchildren; 14 great- grandchildren; nieces; nephews; and cousins. Remembrances may be sent to 499 Lower Crest Road, Oakland, OR 97462. Taylor Family Mortuary in Winston is in charge of arrangements. liott of Birkenfeld. Survivors include his significant oth- er, Charlene Leatherman; and a sister, Melissa Lockwood McFadden of Birkenfeld. Remembrances are suggested to the Residents Activity Fund at The Am- ber Assisted Living, the Birkenfeld Community Church, or Mist-Birkenfeld Rural Fire Protection District. Action Ads INEXPENSIVE – EFFECTIVE 503-429-9410 $4.50 for the first 10 words, then just 10¢ for each additional word Page 21 Did You Know? From page 19 businesses, expanding cover- age and willingness to assist citizens in surrounding area, leadership through windstorm and flood, enhanced communi- cation with citizens, agencies, business community, and visi- tors, as well as much more too numerous to mention such as my media articles like this one. I will miss the positive things I have been involved in for Ver- TRIVIA ANSWERS nonia but know that I will not be that far away and will know I have many friends and neigh- bors who I can always come visit. Sincerely proud to have been your police chief for four years and four months! CARD OF THANKS 1. Herbert Hoover Memo- rial Highway. 2. Astoria. 3. John Jacob Astor. 4. Abraham Lincoln and Theodore Roosevelt. 5. Joe Loprinzi, television fitness personality and long- time athletic director at the Multnomah Athletic Club. 6. Oregon grape. I am writing to express my apprecia- tion for the heartfelt support everyone has shown and that was so generous- ly accepted. Linda was loved by so many; family members, lovers, friends, and also by the community of Vernonia. Her uniqueness was ex- pressed and admired in more ways than one… However, personally, through my time of grief I just wanted to tell everyone that shared their lives, their time, and their hearts with Linda; Thank you for your friendship and your support. Sincerely, Terry Spaunhorst dren, Russena Holmes and James Ross Randolph, both of St. Helens, Sherry Cupp of Redmond, Faren Rus- sell of Crooked River Ranch, and Jan- ice Randolph of Banks; one sister, Bon- nie Earhart of Holden, Missouri; five grandchildren; and seven great-grand- children. Remembrances are suggested to St. Helens VFW. Columbia Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements. flower and vegetable garden. He volun- teered at Banks High School for 35 years. In 2003, he moved to Beaverton due to his health. He was preceded in death by a brother, Fritz. Remembrances are suggested to Helvetia Community Church, 11295 NW Helvetia Road, Hillsboro, OR 97124. Duyck & VanDeHey of Forest Grove was in charge of arrangements. Trivia answers (from page 17) Obituary WAYNE WILLIAM CHAPMAN Wayne William Chapman, 89, Hills- boro, died August 12, 2008. A memori- al service will be held at a later date. Mr. Chapman was born May 18, 1919, in Folsomdale, Kentucky, to El- more and Floy (Williams) Chapman. He was raised in Folsomdale. He served in the U.S. Navy during World War II. He moved to Cleveland, Ohio, where he worked as a photographer for U.S. Steel. In 1951, he married Emogene V. Barton. They made their home in Ohio before moving to Gresham in 1986. In Ohio, they owned and operated the Pikeview Motel from 1971 to 1981. They owned and operated the Treasure Chest Gift store in Gresham. He moved to Hillsboro in 2006. He was preceded in death by his wife; and a daughter, Cheryl Joy Chap- man. Survivors include his daughter, Car- ol Ford of Banks. Remembrances are suggested to OHSU for Brain Injury Research, the Oregon Wild, or the March of Dimes. Fuiten, Rose & Hoyt Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements. PHILIP EDWARD “SLIM” GALLATY Philip Edward “Slim” Gallaty, 95, died August 21, 2008. A memorial serv- ice will be held at Sutherlin Christian Assembly Church in Sutherlin on Sep- tember 6. Mr. Gallaty was born December 18, 1912, in Cylon, Wisconsin. He left school after the fourth grade to help the family. When he was 14, he started working as a cattle wrangler, traveling from Montana to Texas. He also worked as a logger in Michigan, using horses to move the logs. He served in World War II. After the war, he worked in logging, rodeos and as a stunt horseman in DUNCAN “MAC” B. MCFADDEN, JR. Duncan “Mac” Bruce McFadden, Jr., 61, McMinnville, died August 19, 2008. A celebration of life was held Au- gust 30 at The Amber, with Robert Johnson, of Longview, officiating. Mr. McFadden was born February 28, 1947, in Maryland to Virginia (Ven- emann) and Duncan Bruce McFadden, Sr. He was raised in Maryland until the family moved to San Diego, California, in 1957. In the 1960s, he married Dorothy Hood. They later divorced. While he was in his 20s he was occasionally a lead singer in a rock and roll band. He refinished furniture. He moved with his sister to Birkenfeld in 2000. He moved to The Amber Assisted Living communi- ty in Clatskanie, in 2005, and to McMin- nville in 2008. He was preceded in death by his parents and a sister, Virginia Bruce El- JAMES R. “RUSS” RANDOLPH James R. “Russ” Randolph, 92, St. Helens, died August 16, 2008. Grave- side service and vault interment were held at Yankton Hillcrest Cemetery in St. Helens. Mr. Randolph was born September 10, 1915, in Summers, Arkansas, to James C. and Dora C. (Roberson) Randolph. He was raised in Summers. In 1941, he married Bertha Jones. He served in the U.S. Army during World War II. They made their home in Arkansas before moving to St. Helens in 1952. He worked at Kaiser Gypsum for 25 years, retiring in 1977. 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