Celebration of life — Joshua Lee Warburton Obituary August 3, 2016August 4, 20160 A celebration of life is being held for Joshua Lee Warburton, Saturday, Aug. 13, at the Burns Elks Lodge from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. Josh passed away peacefully Jan. 11, surrounded by loved ones. He lived an amazing life with many incredible experiences. Because he was not one to keep a
Helen Lessar Obituary August 3, 2016August 4, 20160 Helen Lessar, 94, former Burns resident, passed away July 25, at the home of her daughter, Marta, in Las Vegas, Nev. She is survived by her sons, John (Ann) and Dennis; daughter, Marta (Bruce) Lessar; sister, Dorothy Shockley; eight grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; and five great-great-grandchildren. Preceding her in death were her husband,
Back to school time — registration dates, Crane transportation, supply drive Community News Youth July 27, 2016July 27, 20160 Slater registration will be held Tuesday, Aug. 9, from 8 a.m. until 3 p.m. Slater Elementary Open House will be held Thursday, Aug. 18, from noon until 1:30 p.m. Meet your teachers, drop off school supplies, and tour the school. ••• Hines Middle School registration will be held Monday, Aug. 15, from 7:30
Little Library installed at Frenchglen Hotel Community News July 27, 2016July 27, 20160 Frenchglen now has its own library – a Little Free Library! Little Free Libraries are hand-crafted structures filled with constantly changing collections of books donated and shared by people of all ages and backgrounds. Most Little Free Libraries are placed in front yards, parks, gardens, and easily accessible locations. The libraries
Patrick Charles Cronin 1928-2016 Obituary July 27, 2016July 27, 20160 Patrick Charles Cronin, 87, passed away peacefully July 17 doing what he loved, and was where he wanted to be, Deer Bluff Pasture. He truly lived each day fully, embraced each challenge with a smile, and loved his family with all his heart. Pat was born Dec. 27, 1928, to Joe
Death notice — Juanita Graves Obituary July 27, 2016July 27, 20160 Juanita Graves, 93, passed away July 22 in Sublimity. A graveside service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, July 30, at the Burns Cemetery.
Meeting held to discuss senior lunches Community News July 20, 2016July 20, 20160 A town hall meeting was held Wednesday, July 13, at the Harney County Senior and Community Services Center to discuss the meal program. Executive Director Angela Lamborn explained that funding for the program comes from several different streams, including federal and state funding, local donations, and consumer payments. She said the center
Alice Laura Marie (Duhaime) Shepard 1920-2016 Obituary July 20, 2016July 20, 20160 Alice Laura Marie (Duhaime) Shepard passed away July 8 at her home while her family was staying with her. Alice was born Jan. 19, 1920 in Portland to T.J. and Bessie (Wood) Duhaime. T.J., Bessie, and Alice moved to Harney County in March 1920, where her brothers Ralph and Roy were born.
Jodi Elizabeth Batt 1967-2016 Obituary July 20, 2016July 20, 20160 Jodi Elizabeth Batt, 48, passed away July 13. Jodi was born Sept. 28, 1967. A celebration of life to reminisce about Jodi will be held at 6 p.m. Saturday, July 23, at Triangle Park in Burns. The main course will be provided, but please bring a side dish, drinks, chips, or dessert
Minnie Ruth Hillman 1927-2016 Obituary July 20, 2016July 20, 20160 Minnie Ruth Hillman, 89, passed away peacefully at home July 13, with family at her side. Minnie was born March 4, 1927, in Tennessee to Harvey and Laura Drinnon. She was one of 12 children. The family moved to Hammon, Okla., when she was a year old. She met Willis Hillman, and