STEVE SMULL
Steve Smull passed away suddenly and unexpectedly at his home on Sept. 22. Born on April 27, 1961 in Baker City, Ore. the youngest of four, to proud parents Bill and Alice Smull. His family moved to Lincoln in 1965 where they owned and operated the Lincoln branch of Powder River Ranch Equipment; Better known as Powder Creek Ranch Supply in Lincoln. He was a graduate of Lincoln High School and went on to mechanic school in Arizona. During his young adulthood and throughout the rest of his life he could be found hauling cows all over the western states. He was a natural entrepreneur and innovator, there wasn't anything he couldn't do. Throughout his life he devoted his time and energy into his business Superior Livestock Supply, his family, and to teach his knowledge to those who wanted to be taught. Some other passions would include trucks and the agriculture industry, which he had great knowledge in both. He will be remembered for his outstanding work ethic, genuine character, contagious smile, his well-known laugh and his sense of humor. Steve is survived by his wife Anne; children Nicky (Julian); Laura (Carl); Brian (Jessica); Grandchildren Bailey, Liam, Kara, Sadie, Ella, Taylor, Lane and Addy. Brothers Bill and Bart and sister Cathy. As well as a large network of friends and family too numerous to mention. Last but not least his dogs Jack, Tom, Bob and Rex. Steve was preceded in death by his parents Bill and Alice Smull and sister in law Tami Smull. Celebration of Life was held at Mt. Pleasant Hall October 10.
WEDDING BELLS MEDINA & COCKRELL Carli Medina and Wayne Cockrell, DVM, were married on Oct. 3 surrounded by family and friends at a ceremony in Janesville. The bride is the daughter of Christine Medina, and George Medina, both of Chico, and is employed at the Northeastern Rural Health Clinic in Susanville. The groom is the son of Will and Debra Cockrell of Cedarville and works as a large animal veterinarian at Thompson Peak Veterinary Clinic in Janesville. The newlyweds have made their home in Susanville.
CATTLE INDUSTRY CONVENTION POSTPONED UNTIL AUGUST 2021
The Cattle Industry Annual Convention and NCBA Trade Show is one of the industry’s biggest events each year, bringing together cattlemen and cattlewomen from across the nation to do the work of our industry. Unfortunately, the current pandemic presents challenges that make bringing people together difficult. With the health and safety of our attendees, exhibitors, sponsors, and partners in mind, NCBA has made the difficult decision to postpone the in-person event to August 2021. However, NCBA will hold some of its traditional business meetings in the January or February timeframe, in accordance with the association’s bylaws. “Decisions of this magnitude, which impact multiple organizations, stakeholders and companies, are never easy. However, the limits on the number of people who can gather at an event in Nashville and the travel restrictions facing many trade show exhibitors, makes it impossible for us to put on the world-class event our attendees expect this winter,” said NCBA CEO Colin Woodall. Originally scheduled for Feb. 3-5, 2021, the convention and trade show will now take place August 10-12, 2021. While the event may have a new date, both the convention and trade show will continue to take place at the Gaylord Opryland Resort and Convention Center in Nashville, Tennessee. mation and more information about the 2021 Cattle Industry Convention and NCBA Trade Show, visit convention.ncba.org.
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