Gordon Aldrich
Leenell Verlynn “Dickie” Givens
Carl Eugene Reedy
Gordon Aldrich
(Jan. 29, 1929 – Sept. 30, 2007)
Gordon Aldrich, 78, lifetime resident of Haines, Ore., passed away at St. Luke’s Medical Center in Boise, Idaho, Sept. 30, 2007, surrounded by his family.
Visitation was held Thursday, Sept. 4 and Friday, Sept. 5 from 12 p.m. – 7 p.m. at Coles Funeral Home. A graveside service was held Saturday, Oct. 6, 2007, at the Haines Cemetery, at 11 a.m. followed by a reception at the Haines United Methodist Church. Cliff Cole officiated.
Gordon was born Jan. 29, 1929 to Lewis and Edna (Burnside) Aldrich. A terrible snowstorm prevented the trip to Baker, so Gordon was born in Haines in the house currently owned by Betty Brown.
Gordon grew up on a horse and was always seen riding to and from the Muddy Creek School. He attended Muddy Creek School from first grade to twelfth grade and was the last class to graduate from Muddy Creek High in 1947.
After graduating, Gordon enlisted in the Air Force and was sent to San Antonio, Texas where he did his basic training. Then he spent two years in Oakland, Calif., as a medic and ambulance driver. He finished out his service in North Africa, Libya-Tripoli, as a dispatcher.
After Gordon was discharged from the service, he returned to Baker County. He met and married Eula Mae Hung on May 28, 1955.
Gordon and Eula lived in Rock Creek and Gordon worked at a sawmill out of Union. He then got employment with Standard Oil Company and he and Eula moved to Baker. He also worked for Valley Motor Company as a shop foreman.
Soon, Gordon and Eula purchased the Utoco Service Station (present site of Coles Bros. Service Station). Eula ran the Pine Cone BBQ and Gordon ran the service station and lube room.
In 1965, Gordon and Eula purchased the old Ashwood place and they have lived there for the last 41 years. During this time, Gordon worked for Dick Camp, Henry Steele and spent 15 years working at North Powder M&M Company. Gordon retired after the mill burned, but continued to cattle ranch on their place.
Gordon and Eula celebrated their Golden Wedding Anniversary in 2005. They had currently been married 52 years.
Gordon is survived by his wife Eula; daughters, Pamela Mathson and husband, Dave of Dillon, Mont., Sally Scelson of Baker City; son, James Gordon Aldrich and wife, Chris of North Powder, Ore.
He was preceded in death by his father and mother, Lewis and Edna Aldrich; brother, Lewis Aldrich, Jr. (Bud) and son, Ronald Hung.
Gordon enjoyed his nine grandchildren and ten great-grandchildren very much The highlight of his summer was spending two weeks with them camping up Rock Creek. Gordon always knew how to make people laugh and loved to visit with everybody at the Haines Sell-Rite store. He will be greatly missed by his family and friends.
Contributions may be made to a charity of one’s choice through Coles Funeral Home, 1950 Place Street Baker City, OR 97814.
Leenell Verlynn “Dickie” Givens
(Sept. 29, 1922 – Sept. 26, 2007 )
Leenell “Dickie” Givens, 84, of Baker City, Ore., died Wednesday, Sept. 26, 2007, at Grace Memory Care in Boise, Idaho.
The second of three children, she was born to Lee and Nellie Roby in Homedale, Idaho, on Sept. 29, 1922. She grew up in Baker before it became Baker City. After graduating from high school, she worked as receptionist for a medical office. She married Raymond W. Givens on Sept. 14, 1942, in Weiser, Idaho. During WWII, while Raymond was in the service stationed out of San Diego, Dickie always found a way to make ends meet by working at a local grocery store. Then, moving to Portland to live with her sister where she was employed as a certified welder for Kaiser Company in Vancouver, Washington, working on ships.
Following Raymond’s discharge from the Navy, they moved back to Baker City where she worked at several jobs including working in the potato sheds, Crown Cleaners, Baker City School District, and on weekends a clerk at 3rd and Dewey store. Her dream of becoming a nurse came true when she saw an advertisement on TV for careers. She signed up for the LPN courses and took some classes in Baker and Ontario. Finally, she received her degree at the age of 52. We were very proud of the fact that she passed the State Exam on her first try. She then worked at St. Elizabeth Hospital for 17years and retired at age 70.
Dickie, as all of her friends called her, found time to participate in numerous community activities She was a Lady Elk. She became a member of VFW Ladies Auxiliary in 1965. During her 40 years as a member she was past President, Treasurer and Chaplin. Dickie was very active as Chairperson for the annual mini Bazaar to raise money for cancer. She joined the Order of Eastern Star in 1963 and was a 44 year member. She served as Worthy Matron 4 times, as well as holding other offices in the Chapter. Along with her accomplishments, she was also appointed for a 2-year term as Grand Representative of Manitoba, and attended Grand Chapter many times in Portland and Pendleton, Oregon. Dickie became a member of St. Elizabeth Hospital Auxiliary in the mid 80’s working at the information desk. She was always the first to volunteer her services. Every Valentine’s day, Dickie made candy and gifts for the nurses. As an active member of the First Presbyterian Church she served as a Deacon treasurer, member of the women’s support group and a volunteer for the Fellowship suppers and coffee.
Dickie was very involved with her children in 4-H (state and county fairs), Rainbow, DeMolays and their many school activities. Her hobbies included bowling, playing cards, baking, making gifts from her arts and crafts, knitting, candy making, sewing, boating and traveling.
Dickie is survived by her two children, Lee Givens and wife Linda of Molalla, Ore., Linda Moore and husband Mike of Boise, Idaho; a brother, Reese Roby and wife Vella of Jacksonville Beach, Fla.; grandchildren, Laura, Todd, and Kevin Moore; step grandchild, Melissa Corr, step grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her sister, Ruby Bailey; her husband, Raymond. They were married 57 years.
A big “Thanks” to all the caregivers at Grace Memory Care and staff of Legacy Home Health and Hospice of Boise, Idaho who helped make mom’s final days comfortable and peaceful. They always treated mom with love, care, respect and giving hearts. She will be deeply missed and will always be remembered for her support to the community of Baker City.
A Celebration of Life will be held in honor of Dickie at 11 a.m., Saturday, Oct. 13, at the First Presbyterian Church, 4th and Washington. Crematory arrangements were provided by Bowman Funeral Parlor, Garden City, Idaho. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Legacy Home Health and Hospice, 680 South Progress Ave., Ste. 2A, Meridian, Id 83642, to VFW Cancer fund, the Veteran Memorial Club, 2005 Valley Avenue, Baker City, Or 97814; or to Home Endowment, Esther Chapter of Eastern Star, Elaine Reynolds, 890 Idlewood Dr., Baker City, Or 97814.
Carl Eugene Reedy
(Feb. 2, 1942 – Oct. 4, 2007)
Carl Eugene Reedy, 65, of Baker City, Ore., passed away Oct. 4, 2007, at St. Elizabeth Health Services in Baker City.
At his request, there will be no formal services. Friends were invited to join the family in sharing stories and memories at a celebration of Carl’s life at 3 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 6 at the Main Event.
Carl was born Feb. 2, 1942, in Mattoon, Ill., to George and Olive Maxine (Austin) Reedy. He was a longtime and dedicated employee of Ash Grove Cement, retiring around the year 2000.
He was a very good-hearted man, who would give the shirt off his back to anyone in need. He often would himself go without to give to a child in need; he hated to see anyone suffer, especially children. Carl was also a heck of a stubborn man, but his kindness made it endearing.
He had a huge love and respect for the outdoors. Before his illness he was an avid hunter and fisherman. These skills he happily passed on to his children and grandchildren. He enjoyed the beauty of the mountains, the Snake River in the sun and all of nature.
He is survived by his wife, Cherly Lynn Reedy of Port Angeles, Wash.; 4 children, Diana Rector and her husband, Richard of Port Angeles, Wash., Donna Reedy of Port Angeles, Wash., James Reedy of Salem, Ore., and Eric Pinkston of Huntington, Ore.; 5 grandchildren, Toney Hussey and her husband, Joe of Texas, Richie Rector of Port Angeles, Wash., Michael Lunyou of Baker City, Ore., Chayna Rector of Port Angeles, Wash., and LeeDonna Reedy of Port Angeles, Wash.; sister, Carolyn Thom and her husband, Pat of Baker City.
Memorial contributions can be made to Carl Reedy Estate to help the family with expenses in care of Gray’s West & Company Pioneer Chapel, 1500 Dewey Ave., Baker City, OR 97814.
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