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The Unipiper – Library fundraiser

South Coast Chess Players prepare for state competitions playing in the Eugene Spring Fling

in one or all three of ODFW’s 2025 stamp art competitions.

The winning artist in each contest receives a $2,000 award and winning artwork is used to produce collector’s stamps and other promotional items with sale proceeds benefitting Oregon’s fish, wildlife, and their habitats.

For more information on contest rules and to order stamps and art prints, visit: https://www.dfw.state.or.us/ stamp_contest/index.asp

Entries will be accepted starting August 30 through Sept. 27, 2024, by 5 p.m., at the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife headquarters, 4034 Fairview Industrial Dr., SE, Salem, OR 97302.

Entries can be mailed, or hand delivered. If you hand-deliver your entry, please call ahead to make arrangements (503-9476314).

Habitat

Conservation Stamp

Art entries must feature a Strategy Species identified in the Oregon Conservation Strategy in its appropriate habitat. Not all species in the Strategy are eligible, so please use the qualifying list of species. See contest rules and entry form for more information and a list of eligible species.

https://www.dfw.state.or. us/conservationstrategy/habitat_conservation_stamp.asp

Waterfowl Stamp Contest

Art entries must feature one of the following species in its natural habitat setting: Ring-necked Duck, Whitewinged Scoter, or Barrow’s Goldeneye. See contest rules and entry form for more information.

Please see CONTEST Page 3

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Letters to the Editor

Bringing light to darkness

While watching the Memorial for George Floyd, I was moved to tears by Rev Al Sharpton’s Eulogy. And, moved also by the family’s attorney to battle on with the fight for justice and equality for all Americans no matter their race, ethnicity or religion. This has been my purpose in life since returning from Vietnam. That is the reasoning for my many posts against Trump and those who blindly follow his anti-American and anti-Christian behavior. I will continue to be a soldier against his policies and those of Right Wing Extremists who seek to destroy our great Nation.

As for my personal history in working for truth and justice, I was on the front lines of the Anti-War movement beginning in August of 1970 after my return from the horrors of Vietnam.

Greg Hedgecock, Craig West and I formed two demonstrations in Coos Bay against the Vietnam War, one with over one hundred demonstrators.

I worked hard on shutting down the Menasha sludge pipeline that was polluting our North Spit and even made Walter Cronkite News because of my efforts. I was invited twice to symposiums on race relations in Portland because of my writings regarding the serious issues of race facing the city. Both seminars were filmed by a local TV station and I was allowed to speak at both. I also marched against the first and second Iraq Wars in Portland and during the George W. Bush war against Saddam Hussein I was asked to read my anti-War poems in the morning and at the evening demonstration where 4,000 plus protesters were waiting for speakers. After I finished my most famous poem, “War Dead,” there were cheers aplenty and the night was lit with candles and lighters in appreciation. That also brought tears to my eyes. There were other demonstrations and marches that I attended over the years plus newspaper articles and letters to the editors pertaining to my efforts to bring light to darkness and truth to dishonesties and lies. That is my purpose in life.

Dennis Baker Florence

To the Editor

The letter, entitled “My Impressions” submitted by North Bend City Councilor Jenny Jones, published in the January 30, 2024 edition of The World deserves a response.

She stated “When our former mayor John Briggs, did the leg work and writing so that our community said yes to that petition, his good intentions had real and severe consequences we will feel more and more.” She is referring to the petition creating Measure 6-176.

I have not determined whether the councilor is (1) ignorant of or (2) choosing to ignore the action of the City Council on 2/26/2019 which overturned the vote of the citizens 3 months earlier. This action caused approximately 100 North Bend volunteers to undertake the initiative process to pass Measure 6-176. Seventy-six (76) percent of the voters agreed.

Measure 6-176 (not Measure 110, a statewide measure regarding legalization of drug usage) accomplished exactly what it was intended to do, that is, to take away the power given to the City Council in response to the very real and intended actions of the City Council. Furthermore, Measure 6-176 allows the City Council to ask for increased revenue at any time.

Councilor Jones stated “... his good intentions had real and severe consequences we will feel more and more.”

Councilor Jones has a Masters degree in Mathematics. How she can say that there are real and severe consequences amazes me when, according to audit reports, the General Fund ending balance since the inception of Measure 6-176 has grown from $2.950 million as of 6/30/2020 to $5.726 million as of 6/30/2023 before transferring $1 million dollars to a newly created fund entitled Emergency Reserve Fund. This new fund helps to conceal the true value of the General Fund.

The Emergency Reserve Fund can also be utilized for General Fund expenditures as the funds were generated by General Fund revenues most specifically property taxes and public safety fees. Is this your case for real and severe consequences, Councilor Jones?

John A. Briggs North Bend, OR

In response to Hibbetts letter

In response to Jolly Hibbetts, the Republicans rejected it because it had NO border security! It was just money for other countries! Since when don’t we protect our own country?

Anne Wilson Coos Bay

Fingerprints

BY DEAN BRICKEY Guest Column

I was deeply saddened the evening of Feb. 13 to learn of the death of a true American hero, Marine Sgt. Chuck Mawhinney. He died Feb. 12 at his home in Baker City.

He was Charles or Charlie while we sometimes got into mischief in Lakeview, OR, our hometown. Charlie and I started kindergarten the same year. His mother, Beulah, owned and operated a beauty shop in her home on South E Street. His father, also Chuck, worked for Lake County and was a city police officer. Many times when Mom would go “to get her hair done,” Charlie and I would play together.

We were fellow students at John C. Fremont Elementary School and were in some classes together. My Mom taught fourth grade at Arthur D. Hay Elementary while I was in a split third/fourth-grade class across the street at Fremont. Neither of us had Mom as a fourth-grade teacher.

My family lived a few miles west of town, so as Charlie and I got into junior high school, we drifted apart. He made new friends in town and found new interests. Band class, under instructors James Arment, Richard Peterson and John Jordan, was one we shared throughout junior high and high school. Charlie was a horn player like me, but he played a trumpet while I had a shorter cornet. That training would serve us well from the early 1980s into the early ’90s, when we played in the once-famed (at least in some circles) Baker Elks Drum & Bugle Corps.

But I’m getting ahead of myself. A review of our junior high and high school yearbooks revealed that Charlie was on the Student Council in 1961-62, when we were in Seventh Grade. We were in the same Home Room and we were on the Seventh-Grade Basketball B Team. The EighthGraders comprised the A Team.

Charlie and I often sat side-byside in band class and frequently competed to move up a chair in the horn section.

“Dean, to a real nice boy,” he wrote in my yearbook. “Remember the fun we have had on (band) challenges? Good luck in the future. Charles.”

Other than band, Charlie and I had little in common during high school — other than we had a fondness for beer. A review of our high school yearbooks revealed that Charlie didn’t participate in many school activities. Instead, he developed an interest in flying, earned his pilot’s license and spent a lot of time with one of his best friends burning holes in the sky above Goose Lake Valley and beyond. He and his pals also were avid outdoorsmen, hunting and fishing all over Lake County. A couple of his favorite hunting spots were in the Silver Lake area of northern Lake County.

When he passed the test and earned his driver’s license, Charlie got a job at Jim Farleigh Ford, which was in the building now occupied by the Lakeview Elks Lodge. We graduated in 1967. That October, Charlie joined the U.S. Marine Corps. Because of his skill as a sharpshooter, developed in his youth with coaching from his father, his Marine commanders sent him to sniper school at Camp Lejeune, NC. in 1968. Upon completion of his specialized training, with the designation as “expert,” he was assigned to a scout sniper platoon in Vietnam.

That led to his fame as the No. 1 Marine sniper in Vietnam, with 103 confirmed kills. He had kept his service record a secret, even from his wife, until 1991, when he was outed in a book by another Marine sniper. In March 2023, Jim Lindsay, a friend of Chuck’s in Baker City, wrote Chuck’s biography, “The Sniper: The Untold Story of the Marine Corps’ Greatest Marksman of All Time.” Chuck wrote the foreword. It was in Vietnam that Charlie promptly became Chuck, because those of us who recall that

drawn-out conflict remember that “Charley” was the common nickname for the enemy, the Viet Cong soldiers who challenged our troops and those of other countries with guerrilla tactics. Chuck is the name he used for the rest of his life.

Charlie became a sniper instructor after his retirement from the U.S. Forest Service at age 47. He retired in 1997 after 30 years of federal service (including his time in the Marines). He had been the road maintenance supervisor for nearly two decades on the Wallowa-Whitman National Forest, based in Baker.

He began that job in 1981, when the Forest Circus actually maintained its roads regularly. He had moved to Baker from Mapleton, OR, where he worked for the Siuslaw National Forest in a similar capacity. It was in Mapleton that he met and married the love of his life, Robin Hood, a hometown girl. In Baker they raised three sons, Donald, Dennis and Cody. Robin’s parents, Paul “Pinky” Hood, and his wife, LaFaun, followed Chuck and Robin to Baker County. Pinky worked in circulation for the Baker City Herald for a few years in the 1990s.

Chuck’s family will conduct a celebration of his life this spring. Meanwhile, the U.S. Marine Corps intends for his legacy to be remembered. After Chuck’s exploits and success as a Marine sniper came to light in the early 1990s, it was suggested that the U.S. Marine Corps should rename a building at Camp Lejuene in his honor posthumously. What a great way for a grateful nation to honor and remember our Oregon hero! I sincerely hope that honor will be bestowed.

Charlie “Chuck” Mawhinney is survived by his sister, Veronica of Bend; his wife, Robin of Baker City; a daughter, Lisa Robinson of Silver Lake, and sons Donald “Donnie” of Union; Dennis “Denny” of Baker City and Cody of Imnaha.

Dean Brickey of Coquille, OR, retired in 2011 after 40 years as a news reporter, photographer and editor at weekly and small daily newspapers throughout Oregon.

Criminalizing Politics

BY WILLIAM COOPER Guest Column

The indispensable line between politics and criminal justice in America is disintegrating. Politicians, pundits, and everyday people—from both sides of the tribal divide—increasingly want their political opponents prosecuted. Winning elections, legislative victories, and hearts and minds is no longer enough.

Americans now long to see their fellow citizens behind bars. More and more, prosecutors oblige— bringing cases because of one’s political affiliation rather than one’s guilt or innocence.

This undermines not just the rule of law, but the nation as a whole.

President Joe Biden’s son Hunter is embroiled in numerous criminal matters. And Republicans are doing their utmost to shoehorn Joe into the fray. Donald Trump, meanwhile, faces four separate indictments. And numerous politicians have been found guilty of committing crimes this century, including Scooter Libbey, Ted Stevens, Robert Coughlin, William Jefferson, Jesse Jackson

Jr., David Petraeus, Michael Flynn, and Steve Bannon. Some of these cases represent legitimate law-enforcement work. Some don’t. But the problem is much bigger than just actual cases. Trump’s 2016 campaign rallies saw thundering chants from the crowd to “lock her up,” referring to his Democratic opponent Hillary Clinton. While president, Trump openly pressured the DOJ to prosecute his political rivals, including Hillary Clinton, Biden, Barack Obama, James Comey, and Andrew McCabe. Calls from Democrats to prosecute Trump and his loyalists, meanwhile, have been ubiquitous since 2016 (as have giddy celebrations when prosecutors do so). While some cases are necessary to bring, the pervasive tribal lust to prosecute political rivals is very dangerous. First, mixing the criminal law with tribal passions makes defendants’ politics the focus, not their guilt or innocence. The political obsession with the messenger (as opposed to the message) and the actor (as opposed to the action) is the opposite of the rule of law’s

central tenet—that everyone is inherently equal under the law and only a defendant’s specific alleged misdeeds are relevant.

Second, criminalizing politics turbo-charges tribalism. Polarization’s knife has already penetrated deep inside the body politic. Criminalizing politics twists it violently. Instead of treating political opponents like competitive rivals, they’re treated like sworn enemies. America’s political energy should be channeled into winning elections, governing effectively, and addressing the country’s numerous public-policy failures— not sending political rivals to jail.

Finally, criminalizing politics deters talented people from serving the country. American government already has a serious personnel problem. Just look at the presidency. Donald Trump was grossly unfit to hold America’s highest office. His successor, Joe Biden, is a welcome reversion toward (but not quite to) the mean. Now in his eighties, Biden is neither what he once was nor the best American for the job. The House of Representatives, moreover,

is throbbing with underqualified mediocrities. Americans shouldn’t further dissuade quality people from serving because imperfections or ambiguities in their past might be shoehorned into politically motivated criminal accusations.

It’s also true, of course, that entering the government should neither absolve someone from past crimes nor authorize them to commit new ones. So how, then, should these competing concerns be balanced? How should people think about a criminal case when a politician is in the crosshairs?

Several guiding principles must govern. For starters, the universal rules of criminal law must be honored. All defendants— irrespective of political affiliation—must be presumed innocent. And they should receive all the robust protections the law provides. This includes the constitutional right to confront their accusers and the rule of lenity, which requires ambiguous statutes to be read in defendants’ favor.

Moreover, in determining whether a crime was committed the focus must be on the actions and not the actor. Prosecutors must perform objective, conscientious analysis regarding whether the admissible evidence meets each specific element in a

criminal statute. If a prosecutor wouldn’t bring a case against a normal citizen then the prosecutor shouldn’t bring it against a politician.

And, finally, prosecutors must recognize both their awesome power and their inherent fallibility. It’s a hazardous combination. As former Attorney General and Supreme Court justice Robert Jackson said, “The prosecutor has more control over life, liberty, and reputation than any other person in America. His discretion is tremendous.” Yet despite this awesome power, the prosecutor is just as vulnerable to tribalism, bias, and misjudgment as anyone else.

This particular expression of America’s political dysfunction is more dangerous than most others. For criminalizing politics isn’t just unfair. And it doesn’t just destabilize the government. It’s the logical and inevitable precursor to something much worse. The last step before political violence is having the government eliminate political opponents for you by imprisoning them. And the first step after political violence is war.

William Cooper is an attorney and the award-winning author of How America Works … And Why It Doesn’t.

Mary Jo Juul

Mary Jo (McDevitt) Juul was born on January 6, 1940, to Walter and Frances McDevitt in Fairbanks, Alaska and died February 10, 2024 in Coos Bay. She spent the majority of her childhood in the Yakima/Selah Washington area and graduated from Selah High School in 1959. She went on to Sacred Heart Nursing School in Spokane, Washington, and graduated in 1961. She practiced briefly in Yakima, WA, and then decided to relocate to the Oregon coast in 1962. She initially worked at Keizer Memorial Hospital, and then went to work for the North Bend Medical Group, where she worked with various general practice

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doctors until the mid-1990s

She met Rudy Juul in 1963, and they married at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Yakima, WA, on April 4, 1964. They had three children, Eric (passed away in 1968), Kristine, and Greg. While working, Mary Jo actively supported her kids, especially in their sports endeavors, driving them to and from practice at all hours, and attending their events. She also spent as much time as she could at their vacation home near Sisters, Oregon. Mary Jo was a voracious reader, loved to cook and bake, tended to her flowers, and actively attended Holy Redeemer Catholic Church. Mary Jo lived a full life and will

Quads February 25th and March 10th at 1 p.m. at the Coquille High School Library. All players of all ages and skill levels

are welcome to play and test the skills of our qualified state competitors. A USCF membership is required. Scholastic membership is $10 and Adults are $45. Tournament is three rounds no elimination. $5.00 registration fee.

be remembered most for her work ethic, her fantastic laugh, and caring of others. She is survived by her husband Rudy, her brother, John McDevitt and his wife Kay and their children, Shawn and Mindy, as well as Mary Jo’s children, Kristine and Greg, along with their spouses, Kelvin and Valerie, respectively, and her grandchildren, Mackenzie, Madelyn and Spencer Juul. At her request, no public services will be held. Cremation rites will be held at Ocean View Memory Gardens Crematory with inurnment at a later date as Sunset Memorial Park under the direction of Coos Bay Chapel 685 Anderson Ave. 541-267-3131.

The police blotter is a public record of incidents as reported by law-enforcement agencies. All individuals arrested or charged with a crime are innocent until proven guilty. The information printed is preliminary and subject to change.

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pm, criminal trespass, 3300 block of Broadway Avenue.

Reedsport

• 5:14 pm, disorderly conduct, area of Woodland Apartments.

• 6:28 pm, harassment, area of Black Forest Apartments.

Tuesday 2/13:

North Bend

• 6:03 am, criminal

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• 10:20 am, criminal mischief, 1800 block of

• 12:32 pm, theft, 500

• 1:23 pm, criminal trespass, 1900 block of

Sherman Avenue.

• 1:59 pm, disorderly conduct, 1700 block of Hamilton.

Coos Bay

• 10:17 am, 40 year old

male transported to Coos County Jail on giving false information to peace of cer, 200 block of West Olive Street.

• 11:24 am, 28 year old

male transported to Coos County Jail on domestic harassment, 2000 block of North 12th Street.

• 11:44 am, criminal trespass, 2000 block of Newmark Avenue.

• 12:19 pm, criminal trespass, 800 block of Johnson Avenue.

• 12:30 pm, threats, area of Newmark & Ackerman.

• 12:33 pm, 55 year old male transported to Coos County Jail on criminal trespass II, resisting arrest, 1400 block of North Bayshore Drive.

• 1:12 pm, fraud, 700 block of Tricia Plaza.

• 2:32 pm, theft, 300 block of Anderson Avenue.

Thomas John Jeffries

July 24, 1952 – November 23, 2023

Tom Jeffries, “TJ”, passed away at age 71 after a long illness and a courageous journey, on November 23, 2023 at Bay Area Hospital in Coos Bay, OR with a close friend by his side.

Tom was born in Hart, MI on July 24, 1952. Tom was the oldest of four sons of Florence and Albert ‘Jim’ Jeffries II. Tom is survived by two brothers, Albert “Bert’ Jeffries and Robert Jeffries, both of Pentwater, MI. Tom was preceded in death by his youngest brother Charles Jeffries, by his father Jim and by his mother Florence.

Tom grew up in Pentwater, MI, graduating from Pentwater High School in 1970. He then attended Michigan State

• 5:11 pm, theft, 1000 block of Blanco Avenue.

• 5:15 pm, criminal trespass, 900 block of North 9th Street.

• 6:27 pm, criminal trespass, 2000 block of Newmark Avenue.

• 7:31 pm, criminal trespass, 1500 block of Newmark Avenue.

• 7:37 pm, theft, 1600 block of Newmark Avenue.

• 10:05 pm, 37 year old

male transported to Coos County Jail on driving while suspended, carrying concealed weapon, 63000 Edwards Road.

• 4:14 pm, criminal trespass, 900 block of East 5th Street.

• 5:13 pm, 34 year old male transported to Coos County Jail on criminal trespass II, resisting, 200 block of West Highway 42.

Wednesday 2/14:

North Bend

• 7:23 am, criminal trespass, 1900 block of Virginia Avenue.

University, earning a BS in Forestry in 1975. After some travelling around the country, Tom landed in Coos Bay where he made his home for most of his adult life. Tom began his forestry work with the Bureau of Land Management and the US Forest Service and later drove log truck for Coos Bay Trucking. Tom was a long time USPS Postal Carrier in North Bend until his retirement and served as union president for 5 years.

Tom had a zest for life, made friends easily. He pursued many interests including running, investing, racquetball, golf, performing in local theater, singing karaoke, exploring the Pacific Coast and

• 10:29 am, criminal mischief, 3800 block of Vista Drive.

• 11:16 am, criminal trespass, 900 block of Lockhart Street.

• 11:48 am, criminal trespass, 3000 block of Tremont Avenue.

• 3:28 pm, unlawful entry into motor vehicle, 2400 block of Liberty Street.

• 3:30 pm, criminal trespass, area of Newmark & Broadway Avenue.

• 6:07 pm, criminal trespass, 2400 block of Sherman Avenue.

• 7:45 pm, disorderly conduct, 2200 block of Newmark Street.

• 8:24 pm, criminal trespass, 2000 block of Public Square Court.

• 10:36 pm, criminal trespass, 1800 block of Sherman Avenue.

• 10:50 pm, criminal trespass, area of Newmark & Sherman Avenue.

Coos Bay

• 8:13 am, criminal trespass, 800 block of

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North Bayshore Drive.

• 8:51 am, criminal mischief, 1200 block of Fenwick Street.

• 8:54 am, criminal trespass, 1100 block of Newmark Avenue.

• 9:28 am, 45 year old male transported to Coos County Jail on 5 counts sex abuse II, 1 count luring a minor, 1 count of cial misconduct I, 800 block of South 5th Street.

• 9:38 am, criminal trespass, 100 block of Ocean Boulevard.

• 10:04 am, disorderly conduct, 500 block of Central Avenue.

• 10:04 am, theft, 100 block of South 3rd Street.

• 11:13 am, criminal trespass, 1200 block of Newmark Avenue.

• 12:28 pm, ght, area of 10th & Johnson.

• 12:35 pm, 23 year old male transported to Coos County Jail on probation violation on eeing or attempting to elude police, 1000 block of South 1st Street.

• 12:35 pm, 31 year old female transported to Coos County Jail on

following pro and college sports.

According to his wishes, Tom was cremated under the direction of Coos Bay Chapel with part of his ashes remaining in Oregon and the rest to be buried in Pentwater Township cemetery. A Celebration of Tom’s Life will be held Saturday, March 9, 2024 at 11:00 a.m. at The North Bend Library, followed by a hosted lunch at the Back Alley Pub in North Bend.

Tom drew his love for books from his mother who served on the library board of Pentwater, MI for many years. Memorial donations can be made in Tom’s name to the North Bend or Coos Bay Library.

driving while suspended, 1000 block of South 1st Street.

• 2:00 pm, criminal trespass, 200 block of Laclair Street.

• 3:11 pm, criminal trespass, 1000 block of South 1st Street.

• 3:20 pm, assault, 900 block of Ingersoll Avenue.

• 3:34 pm, criminal trespass, 2100 block of North 16th Street.

• 4:39 pm, theft, 200 block of Anderson Avenue.

• 5:26 pm, disorderly conduct, 100 block of North 4th Street.

• 8:41 pm, unlawful entry into motor vehicle, 800 block of Newmark Avenue.

• 10:48 pm, ght, 200 block of Student Way. Coquille

• 1:50 pm, 65 year old female transported to Coos County Jail on 2 counts theft II, area of West Central & 5th.

• 6:14 pm, criminal trespass, 40 block of South Cedar Street.

Our Dave, Husband, Father, Brother, Uncle, Friend passed away unexpectedly January 28th, 2024.

David George Phillips was born to Edgar and Delores Phillips June 2nd, 1963 in Coos Bay, Oregon. He was the second oldest of five children born to Ed and Delores. David lived his entire life in the Coos Bay area. He attended Marshfield High School, graduated Class of 81’, and attended classes at SWOCC. In 1981, with the help of his best friend Stacey, David started his lifelong career with J & J Stampers/Les Schwab Tires, retiring after 41 years in June of 2023.

Dave’s family lived three blocks from the bay growing up. As a teen/young adult, Dave would take his siblings and friends out on the bay after borrowing his dad’s boat. He spent most of his time fishing and crabbing. You could hear Dave coming from a mile away blasting Van Halen driving too fast in his El Camino. Not as fast as he road his banshee from Boxcar to Spinreel and back just to see how fast he could do it. But pretty close to how fast his ski cut through the water at Ten Mile lake.

Dave met Sherri, the love of his life, in 1988. They were married in August of 1992; they were inseparable. In March of 2000, they welcomed their daughter Shauna to the world. Those 2 were the love of his life. Everything he did, he did for them.

Dave held his friends and family very close to him. He’d answer your call unless he was changing a tire and if he said he’d call you back he did it the same day. Dave loved his friends’ company in the form of BBQs, camping, crabbing in the bay to cook it bayside, and trips to the dunes in the Jeep. As the host of all family Thanksgiving and Christmas dinners, Dave had the honor of carving every turkey and getting first spot in the desert line.

Dave never outgrew his love for skiing, he simply started wearing warmer wetsuits and let himself fall less often. Dave raised his daughter right, teaching her how to shift as soon as she could reach the brake and clutch on a banshee. Dave kept up his cardio later in life only in the form of

Mary Alice Boyl

April 27, 1929 – February 10, 2024

Mary Alice Boyl passed away on Saturday morning, February 10, 2024 at the age of 94 in Troutdale Oregon. Mary Alice was born in Webster, South Dakota to Otto and Gladys (Alldridge) Thiesen on April 27, 1929. She attended high school in Waubay, South Dakota. After graduating, Mary Alice attended Northern State Teachers College in Aberdeen, South Dakota for two years. She moved with her parents and younger sister Carole to Coquille, Oregon in September 1948. Her first, and favorite employment was with the Oregon State Extension Office located inside the Coos County Courthouse from 1948 to 1959, until she married Robert Leroy Boyl and moved to Coos Bay. They had one child, Susan born in 1961. Robert passed away in 1967 from a long battle with leukemia.

As a single mother, Mary Alice held a variety of jobs. She was a Receptionist at the Bay Clinic of Coos Bay, a Librarian, at Charleston Elementary, a Court Recorder at North Bend District Court. She then retired after working eight years in the Financial Aid Office at Southwestern Oregon Community College in 1989.

Not long after “retirement” in 1991, Mary Alice along with her friend and companion Robert Russel built ARBE’s RV Park. Together they ran the business making many new friends along the way until 1999 when it was sold.

Mary Alice was a neat and tidy person who enjoyed her pet birds (Jake—a cockatiel who lived 35 years, parakeets Buddy and Gabby), sewing, canning, and baking, along with time spent with family and friends.

scaling a cliff to reach the perfect fishing hole. Dave knew Jeeps would stay in style and always had one to drive out to the North Spit. If he could combine one or more of his passions, he would cram it into a camping trip near the beach or on the river. Dave dedicated all other free time attending Shauna’s after school events, college cheer performances, and moving her from home to college to Idaho. David is survived by his wife Sherri and two dogs Obi & Luca, daughter Shauna (Caleb), brother Edgar II (Sue), sisters Ann and her daughter Amy (Aaron), and Valerie (Ken) and her son Logan (Helen).

David is reunited with family and close friends who have passed before him: his Mother and Father, youngest brother Robert Phillips, mother and father-in-law Judie and Joe, both sets of grandparents, family dog Buddy Boy, and his fishing buddy Frank. A Celebration of Life for Dave was held Saturday February 17th, 2024 at 3:00PM at Hope Christian Church, 1954 Union Ave, North Bend, Oregon. This celebration continued at Bastendorff Beach around dusk.

Arrangements are under the direction of Coos Bay Chapel 685 Anderson Ave. 541267-3131 www.coosbayareafunerals.com

Mary Alice is survived by her daughter Susan Boyl and son-in-law Scott Forrester of Gresham, Oregon; sister Carole Lindsey of Denver, Colorado; niece Lori Schill, husband Eric Schill and their daughter Jaime Schill of Commerce, Colorado.

Kirk Emmen Gamble, 73, of Salem, Oregon, passed away peacefully at his home on February 7th, 2024, surrounded by loved ones. His daughter, Jody, and his son-in-law, Troy Anderson, were by his side during his final moments.

Kirk’s life was marked by adventure, resilience, and a passion for education. Born and raised in Coos Bay, Oregon, he graduated from Marshfield High School in 1969. An exceptional Track and Cross Country runner, Kirk continued his athletic pursuits in college. He later earned a degree in education from Western Oregon University (OEC).

In 1974, Kirk embarked on a new chapter, moving to Alaska to teach in several native villages, including Chevak. During this time, he welcomed his beloved daughter, Jody Kay, into the world in 1978. Kirk’s dedication to education extended to middle schools in the greater Salem area, where he taught until his retirement in 2012.

Beyond the classroom, Kirk found solace in the great outdoors. Camping, hiking, and exploring in his camper were among his favorite pastimes. Kirk was

an avid fan of track and field and never missed an opportunity to attend the Pre Classic or Olympic Trials at Hayward Field with his Marshfield teammates. He cherished the memories and camaraderie of these events and always looked forward to the next one. He also took immense pride in supporting Jody and Troy as they coached high school Track and Cross Country at Eastlake High School in Washington.

Kirk is survived by his daughter, Jody Anderson, and his brothers, Doyl Gamble and Rehl Gamble. His memory will forever live on in the hearts of those who knew and loved him. Additionally, we remember his parents, Bill and Loma Gamble.

As per his wishes, there will be no formal funeral service. Instead, let us celebrate Kirk’s life by cherishing the memories we shared with him.

May Kirk’s legacy continue to inspire and bring comfort to those who remember him.

Elwon B. “Lee” Lebow

May 14, 1942 – February 6, 2024

Elwon B. “Lee” Lebow, 81, of Coos Bay, passed away February 6, 2024 peacefully in his home surrounded by family. Lee was born on May 14, 1942 in Lynx Hollow, Oregon to Lester and Hayzel (Lockwood) Lebow. Lee worked as a Grader Operator at Weyerhaeuser for many years until his retirement. He then went on to work in maintenance at the University of Oregon Institute of Marine Biology for another 10 years.

Lee was a loving husband, father,

Ian Paul Cowan

May 21, 1993 – February 13, 2024

A Celebration of Life will be held for Ian Paul Cowan, 30, of Charleston, Oregon at 3:00pm on Saturday, February 24, 2024 at 3:00 PM at Nelson’s Bay Area Mortuary, 405 Elrod Ave, Coos Bay, Oregon.

Ian was born May 21, 1993 at Eugene, Oregon, the son of Daniel Cowan and Jaime Coburn. He passed away February 13, 2024 at Charleston. Ian was raised and educated in Coos Bay and had worked as a handy man doing repairs and maintenance work. He loved being a stay-at-home dad and he loved all his children.

He is survived by his mother & stepfather, Jaime & Carl Brown; father & stepmother, Daniel & Tanya Cowan; God Mother, Tammy Criswell; children, Keira, Kristopher, & Naomi Cowan, and Bentley Nelson; his siblings, David & Jordan Cowan, Ethan Phillips, Skyler Brown, Jonathan Roberson, Colin Hoyt, & Tiffany Dickerson; and grandparents, James & Dorothy Lewis. He was preceded in death by sisters, Mia Cowan & Hope Brown.

Cremation rites have been held under

and grandfather. He is survived by his loving wife, Marjorie, his daughter and son-in-law; Julie and Anthony, and his grandchildren; Jolee and Mason, his brother; Gerard Lebow. He was preceded in death by his mother; Hayzel, his father; Lester, and his brother; Darrell. A memorial gathering will be held at a later date.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE STATE OF OREGON FOR THE

COUNTY OF COOS

In the Matter of the Estate of: NINNA LOUISE MOORE, Deceased.

Case No. 23PB10496

NOTICE TO INTERESTED

PERSONS NOTICE IS HEREBY

GIVEN that Lindi Gullatt has been appointed Personal Representative of the above estate. All persons having claims against the estate are required to present them, with vouchers attached, to the Personal Representative at P.O. Box 600, Coos Bay, OR 97420, within four (4) months after the date of first publication of this notice, or the claims may be barred.

All persons whose rights may be affected by the proceedings may obtain additional information from the records of the Court, the personal representative, or the attorney for the personal representative, Karen L. Costello.

Dated and first published on February 20, 2024.

/s/ Karen L. Costello, OSB #085391 Attorney for Personal Representative PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE:

Lindi Gullatt 3669 Walsh Street Portage, Indiana 46369 T: (630) 788-5953

ATTORNEY FOR PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE: Karen L. Costello, OSB #085391 Costello Law Office, P.C. P.O. Box 600 Coos Bay, OR 97420 T: (541) 808-0284

Published: February 20, 27, and March 5, 2024. The World & ONPA. (ID:384801)

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE STATE OF OREGON FOR THE COUNTY OF COOS

Case Number: 23DR18967 SUMMONS FOR SERVICE BY PUBLICATION

Alexis Rolen, Plaintiff/ Petitioner V. Brandon Brumwell, Defendant/Respondent Date of First Publication: February 20, 2024.

Alexis Rolen has filed a Petition for Custody/ Support/Visitation case asking the court to order sole custody of said minor children and serve respondent with the documents below. Petition, Summons, Notice of filing Confidential Information Form, Notice of Statutory Restraining Order, Motion for Pre Judgment Temporary Orders, Order to Show Cause.

NOTICE TO DEFENDANT: READ CAREFULLY!

Levy ($371,921 for FY23) to finance urban renewal projects and activities. The total amount of taxes levied by the Agency for FY23 was $966,774. The Agency received property taxes totaling $944,444 in FY23. The impact of the urban renewal plan on the tax collections of other taxing districts in FY23 resulted in the following amounts: City of North Bend $254,520

County 44,424

3,600

Telephone:

sold, subject to redemption, in the real property commonly known as: 93730 BAY PARK LANE, COOS BAY, OR 97420. The court case number is 23CV14048, where MORTGAGE ASSETS MANAGEMENT, LLC, is plaintiff, and THE UNKNOWN HEIRS AND DEVISEES OF DENIS EIGE, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, OCCUPANTS OF THE PROPERTY is defendant. The sale is a public auction to the highest bidder for cash or cashier’s check, in hand, made out to Coos County Sheriff’s Office.

For more information on this sale go to: http:// oregonsheriffssales.org/ Published: 2/13, 2/20, 2/27, and 3/5. The World & ONPA (ID:384423)

You must “appear” in this case, or the other side will win automatically. To “appear,” you must file a legal Response, Answer, or Motion. Forms may be available through the court above or online at www.courts.oregon.gov/ forms. Talk to a lawyer for information about appearing by motion. Your response must be filed with the court named above within 30 days of the date of first publication (noted above), along with the required filing fee (go to www. courts.oregon.gov for fee information). It must be in proper form. You must show that the other party’s lawyer (or the party if they do not have a lawyer) was formally served with a copy of your response according to the service rules. Service rules are in the Oregon Rules of Civil Procedure (ORCP) Rule 9. If you have questions, see a lawyer immediately. If you need help finding a lawyer, you can call the Oregon State Bar’s Lawyer Referral Service at 503.684.3763 or toll free in Oregon at 800.452.7636

Total

tax revenues of $850,000 for FY24. Other resources budgeted include the beginning fund balance at $2,845,200, delinquent tax collections of $26,000, and interest at $14,000. The requirements are budgeted for personal services at $86,900, materials and services at $2,145,500, capital outlay of $1,500,000, and contingency of $2,800. The Agency’s budgeted resources for the next fiscal year, 2023-24, are balanced with requirements at $3,735,200.

Published: February 27 and March 5, 2024. The World & ONPA. (ID:384806)

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE STATE OF OREGON FOR THE COUNTY OF COOS

PROBATE DEPARTMENT

In the matter of the

Estate of: Diane Shirley Tomfohr, Decedent.

Case No.: 24PB00512 NOTICE TO INTERESTED PERSONS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN

beginning.

· ALSO EXCEPTING any portion lying in road rights-of-way heretofore granted. TOGETHER WITH that property conveyed by Property Line Adjustment

Deed recorded April 16, 1998 as microfilm no. 9804-0763, Records of Coos County, Oregon. ALSO EXCEPTING THEREFROM that property conveyed by Property Line Adjustment

Deed recorded April 16, 1998 as microfilm no. 9804-0764, Records of Coos County, Oregon. ALSO EXCEPTING THEREFROM that property conveyed by Property Line Adjustment

Deed recorded April 16, 1998 as

through its Department of Transportation, recorded November 6, 1986, bearing Microfilm Reel No. 86-51867; Records of Coos County, Oregon. Parcel

2: A strip of land with uniform width of 50 feet off of the Westerly side of Government Lot 6 of Section 30, all in Township 28 South, Range 13 West of the Willamette Meridian, Coos County, Oregon, and from the South line thereof to the North line thereof, together with the tide lands between said strip of land and the Coquille River.

ALSO: Commencing at the Southeast comer of the NW¼ of Section 30 (Center ¼), Township 28 South, Range 13 West of the Willamette Meridian, Coos County, Oregon; thence running North, 33.00 feet; thence East, 16.50 feet; thence South 33.00 feet; thence West 16.50 feet to the place of beginning. ALSO: A strip of land 16.50 feet in width over and across Government Lot 6 of Section 30, all in Township 28 South, Range 13 West of the Willamette Meridian, Coos County, Oregon, the Easterly end of which shall be contiguous to the Westerly side of the parcel above hereinbefore first conveyed, and the Westerly end thereof shall be at a point 50 feet Easterly from the Westerly side of said Government Lot 6.

TRUSTEE’S NOTICE OF SALE T.S. No.: OR-23-

966858-RM Reference is made to that certain deed made by, LORIE L FISH AND DOYLE A FISH, WIFE AND HUSBAND as Grantor to FIDELITY NATIONAL TITLE INS CO, as trustee, in favor of WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A., A NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, as Beneficiary, dated 7/11/2005, recorded 7/19/2005, in official records of COOS County, Oregon in book/reel/volume No. and/or as fee/file/ instrument/microfilm/ reception number 200510658 and modified as per Modification Agreement recorded 1/24/2017 as Instrument No. 2017000648 and subsequently assigned or transferred by operation of law to US Bank Trust National Association, Not In Its Individual Capacity But Solely As Owner Trustee For VRMTG Asset Trust covering the following described real property situated in said County, and State. APN: 7289900

amounts that are due for late charges, delinquent property taxes, insurance premiums, advances made on senior liens, taxes and/ or insurance, trustee’s fees, and any attorney fees and court costs arising from or associated with the beneficiaries efforts to protect and preserve its security, all of which must be paid as a condition of reinstatement, including all sums that shall accrue through reinstatement or pay-off. Nothing in this notice shall be construed as a waiver of any fees owing to the Beneficiary under the Deed of Trust pursuant to the terms of the loan documents. Whereof, notice hereby is given that QUALITY LOAN SERVICE

feet; thence North 52° 56' East 210.2 feet; thence North 67° 46' East 118.2 feet; thence North 75° 26' East 210 feet; thence North 72° 26' East 238.9 feet to a point North with a variation of 21° 20' a distance of 693.4 feet from the quarter corner common to said Sections 30 and 31. TOGETHER WITH that property conveyed by Property Line Adjustment

Deed I (ADAMEK TO COOS COUNTY) recorded April 16, 1998 as Microfilm No. 9804-0763, Records of Coos County, Oregon. Parcel 1: The SE¼ of the SW¼ and government Lot 5 of Section 30, Township 28 South, Range 13 West of the Willamette Meridian, Coos County, Oregon. ALSO:

Beginning at the Center of Section 30; thence North 85° West along the center line to a point 50 feet from the left bank of the Coquille River; keeping 50 feet from the said left bank, North 27° East, 2.00 chains (132.00 feet); thence North 22°15' East, 3.90 chains (257.40 feet); thence North 8°45' East, 8.90 chains (587.40 feet) to the right-of-way for Cody Lumber Company; thence following the West side of said right-of-way South 31° East, 1.65 chains (108.90 feet); thence South 48°30' East, 16.26 chains (1,073.16 feet);

thence South 32°30' East, 2.09 chains (137.94 feet);

thence South 14°30' East, 1.90 chains (125.40 feet) to the place of beginning, Coos County, Oregon.

EXCEPTING: However, that portion of that certain 0.89 acres sold to School District No. 4 as shown in Deed Book 27, Page 619, Records of Coos County, Oregon, and a 1-acre tract deeded Bean as shown in Book 47, Page 579, Deed Records of Coos County, Oregon, lying in said Government Lot 5, and also EXCEPTING right -of-way for roads heretofore granted. EXCEPT: The 16.5 foot strip of land conveyed to William D. Domenighini et ux, recorded January 9, 1962, in Book 290, Page 172, Deed Records of Coos County, Oregon. EXCEPT: That portion deeded to the State of Oregon, by and

EXCEPTING: The following described parcel of land lying in Government Lot 5 and the SE¼ of the SW¼ of said Section 30, Township 28 South, Range 13 West; Beginning at a 5/8-inch iron rod at the intersection of the Northeasterly Right-ofWay line of Lampa Creek Road No. 4C, and the existing fence line running North-South through said Section 30, said 'Section 30; thence N 02°05'34" E, 1,240.81 feet to a 5/8-inch iron rod; thence continuing N 02°05'34" E, 10.0 feet+/feet to the center of Lampa Creek'; Thence along said Lampa Creek centerline N 65°35'33" w, 25.18 feet; thence N 54°38'54" W, 91.16 feet; thence leaving said Lampa Creek centerline S 81°30'50" W, 58.84 feet to a 5/8-inch iron rod on the Easterly Right-of -Way line of said Lampa Creek County Road; thence along said right-of-way line S 23°29'14" E, 99.89 feet: Thence 346.18 feet along the arc of a curve to the right, with a radius of 439.26 feet, through a central angle of 45°09'20"; thence S 21°40'09" W, 91.83 feet; thence 212.30 feet along the arc of a curve to the left, with a radius of 447.47 feet, through a central angle of 27°11'04"; thence S 05°30'55" E, 111.78 feet; thence 255.22 feet along the arc of a curve to the right, with a radius of 5,759.28 feet, through a central angle of 02°32'20"; thence S 02°58'38" E, 88.80 feet; thence 114.70 feet along the arc of a curve to the left, with a radius of 129.16 feet, through a central angle of 50°53'06"; thence S 53°51'42" E, 50.81 feet to the point of beginning. ALSO

EXCEPTING: Beginning at a 5/8-inch iron rod on the Southwesterly Right-of-Way line of Lampa Creek County Road No. 4C, said rod being N 03°20'10" W (NAD27 grid bearings), 686.50 feet from the South 1/4 Comer of Section 30, Township 28 South, Range 13 West, W.M.; thence S 74°08'36" W, 203.56 feet along the northerly line of that property described in deed records

Volume 132, Page 315, Coos County record of deeds; thence S 77°08'36" W. 210.15 feet; thence S 72°04'05" W, 119.83 feet; thence S 54°38'36" W, 210.41 feet; thence S 69°08'36" W, 253.34 feet; thence S 65°08'36" W, 45.22 feet; thence leaving said Northerly line N 35°08'37" W, 25.00 feet to a 5/8-inch iron rod; thence continuing N 35°08'37" W, 412.00 feet to a 5/8-inch iron rod; thence N 81°02'18" E, 1,125.36 feet to a 5/8-inch iron rod on the Westerly Right-of-Way line pf said Lampa Creek Road; thence 167.99 feet along the arc of a curve to the left, with a radius of 189.16 feet, through a central angle of 50°53'06"; thence S 53°51'42" E, 33.00 feet to the point of beginning. Containing 123.74 acres, more or less.

Published: February 27, 2024. The World & ONPA.

(ID:385472)

25S1327-BA-13000 LOT 31, BLOCK 8, MINGUS PARK HEIGHTS, AMENDED, COOS COUNTY, OREGON. Commonly known as: 1530 N 19th Street, Coos Bay, OR 97420 The undersigned hereby certifies that based upon business records there are no known written assignments of the trust deed by the trustee or by the beneficiary, except as recorded in the records of the county or counties in which the above described real property is situated. Further, no action has been instituted to recover the debt, or any part thereof, now remaining secured by the trust deed,

failure to pay when due the following sum: TOTAL REQUIRED

TO REINSTATE: $12,421.48 TOTAL REQUIRED TO PAYOFF: $184,656.44 Because of interest, late charges, and other charges that may vary from day-to-day, the amount due on the day you pay may be greater. It will be necessary for you to contact the Trustee before the time you tender reinstatement or the payoff amount so that you may be advised of the exact amount you will be required to pay. By reason of the default, the beneficiary has declared all sums owing on the obligation secured by the trust deed immediately due and payable, those sums being the following, to- wit: The installments of principal and interest which became due on 5/1/2023, and all subsequent installments of principal and interest through the date of this Notice, plus

CORPORATION OF WASHINGTON, the undersigned trustee will on 5/21/2024 at the hour of 11:00 AM, Standard of Time, as established by section 187.110, Oregon Revised Statues, At the Main Entrance to the Coos County Courthouse, located at 250 North Baxter Street, Coquille, OR 97423 County of COOS, State of Oregon, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash the interest in the said described real property which the grantor had or had power to convey at the time of the execution by him of the said trust deed, together with any interest which the grantor or his successors in interest acquired after the execution of said trust deed, to satisfy the foregoing obligations thereby secured and the costs and expenses of sale, including a reasonable charge by the trustee. Notice is further given that any person named in Section 86.778 of Oregon Revised Statutes has the right to have the foreclosure proceeding dismissed and the trust deed reinstated by payment to the beneficiary of the entire amount then due (other than such portion of said principal as would not then be due had no default occurred), together with the costs, trustee’s and attorney’s fees and curing any other default complained of in the Notice of Default by tendering the performance required under the obligation or trust deed, at any time prior to five days before the date last set for sale. Other than as shown of record, neither the beneficiary nor the trustee has any actual notice of any person having or claiming to have any lien upon or interest in the real property hereinabove described subsequent to the interest of the trustee in the trust deed, or of any successor in interest to

“trustee” and “beneficiary” include their respective successors in interest, if any. Pursuant to Oregon Law, this sale will not be deemed final until the Trustee’s deed has been issued by QUALITY LOAN SERVICE CORPORATION OF WASHINGTON. If any irregularities are discovered within 10 days of the date of this sale, the trustee will rescind the sale, return the buyer’s money and take further action as necessary. If the sale is set aside for any reason, including if the Trustee is unable to convey title, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the monies paid to the Trustee. This shall be the Purchaser’s sole and exclusive remedy. The purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Trustor, the Trustee, the Beneficiary, the Beneficiary’s Agent, or the Beneficiary’s Attorney. If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holders right’s against the real property only. As required by law, you are hereby notified that a negative credit report reflecting on your credit record may be submitted to a credit report agency if you fail to fulfill the terms of your credit obligations. Without limiting the trustee’s disclaimer of representations or warranties, Oregon law requires the trustee to state in this notice that some residential property sold at a trustee’s sale may have been used in manufacturing methamphetamines, the chemical components of which are known to be

of record neither the said beneficiary nor the said trustee has any actual notice of any person having or claiming to have any lien upon or interest in the real property hereinabove described subsequent to the interest of the trustee in the trust deed, or of any successor in interest to the grantor or of any lessee or other persons in possession of or occupying the property, except: Joseph Beebe 312 S. Wall St Coos Bay, OR, 97420 Londa Beebe 312 S. Wall St Coos Bay OR, 97420 Joseph L. Beebe 312 S. Wall St Coos Bay, OR, 97420 Londa L. Beeebe 312 S. Wall St Coos Bay, OR, 97420

Occupant 312 S. Wall St Coos Bay, OR, 97420 Joseph Beebe 1751 Milligan Ave Coos Bay, OR, 97420 Joseph L. Beebe 1751 Milligan Ave Coos Bay, OR, 97420 U.S. Bank National Association 4801 Frederica St. Owensboro, KY, 42301 Synchrony Bank 965 Keller Rd. Altamonte Springs, FL, 32714 Michael P. Corwin Patenaude and Felix, A.P.C. 1618 SW 1st Ave., Ste. 205 Portland, OR, 97201 Notice is further given that reinstatement or payoff quotes requested pursuant to ORS 86.786 and ORS 86.789 must be timely communicated in a written request that complies with that statute, addressed to the trustee’s “reinstatements/PayoffsORS 86.786” either by personal delivery of by first class, certified mail, return receipt requested, to the trustee’s address shown below. Due to potential conflicts with federal law, personals having no record legal or equitable interest in the subject property will only receive information concerning the lender’s estimated or actual bid. Notice is further given to any person named in ORS 86.778 that the right exits, at any time that is not later than five days before the date last set for the sale, to have this foreclosure proceeding dismissed and the trust deed reinstated by paying to the beneficiary of the entire amount then due (other than such portion of the principal as would not then be due had no default occurred) and by curing any other default complained of herein that is capable of being cured by tendering the performance necessary to cure the default by paying all costs and expenses actually incurred in enforcing the obligation and trust deed, together with trustee’s fees and attorney fees not exceeding the amounts provided by said ORS 86.778. In construing this notice, the masculine gender includes the feminine and the neuter, the singular includes plural, the word “grantor” includes any successor in interest to the grantor as well as any other persons owing an obligation, the performance of which is secured by said trust deed, the words “trustee” and “beneficiary” include their respective successors in interest if any. Without limiting the trustee’s disclaimer of representations or warranties, Oregon law requires the trustee to state in this notice that some residential property sold at a trustee’s sale may have been used in manufacturing methamphetamines, the chemical components of which are known to be

toxic. Prospective purchasers of residential property should be aware of this potential danger before deciding to place a bid for this property at the trustee’s sale. NOTICE TO RESIDENTIAL TENANTS

The property in which you are living is in foreclosure. A foreclosure sale is scheduled for 05/29/2024.

The date of this sale may be postponed. Unless the lender that is foreclosing on this property is paid before the sale date, the foreclosure will go through and someone new will own this property. After the sale, the new owner is required to provide you with contact information and notice that the sale took place. The following information applies to you only if you are a bona fide tenant occupying and renting this property as a residential dwelling under a legitimate rental agreement.. The information does not apply to you if you own this property or if you are not a bona fide residential tenant. If the foreclosure sale goes through, the new owner will have the right to require you to move out. Before the new owner can require you to move, the new owner must provide you with written notice that specifies the date by which you must move out. If you do not leave before the move-out date, the new owner can have the sheriff remove you from the property after a court hearing. You will receive notice of the court hearing. PROTECTION FROM EVICTION IF YOU ARE A BONA FIDE TENANT OCCUPYING AND RENTING THIS PROPERTY AS A RESIDENTIAL DWELLING, YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO CONTINUE LIVING IN THIS PROPERTY AFTER THE FORECLOSURE SALE FOR: • 60 DAYS FROM THE DATE YOU ARE GIVEN A WRITTEN TERMINATION NOTICE, IF YOU HAVE A FIXED TERM LEASE; OR • AT LEAST 30 DAYS FROM THE DATE YOU ARE GIVEN A WRITTEN TERMINATION NOTICE, IF YOU HAVE A MONTH-TO-MONTH OR WEEK-TO- WEEK RENTAL AGREEMENT. If the new owner wants to move in and use this property as a primary residence, the new owner can give you written notice and require you to move out after 30 days, even though you have a fixed term lease with more than 30 days left. You must be provided with at least 30 days’ written notice after the foreclosure sale before you can be required to move. A bona fide tenant is a residential tenant who is not the borrower (property owner) or a child, spouse or parent of the borrower, and whose rental agreement: • Is the result

rental agreement with you or does not notify you in writing within 30 days after the date of the foreclosure sale that you must move out, the new owner becomes your new landlord and must maintain the property. Otherwise: • You do not owe rent; • The new owner is not your landlord and is not responsible for maintaining the property on your behalf; and • You must move out by the date the new owner specifies in a notice to you. The new owner may offer to pay your moving expenses and any other costs or amounts you and the new owner agree on in exchange for your agreement to leave the premises in less than 30 or 60 days. You should speak with a lawyer to fully understand your rights before making any decisions regarding your tenancy. IT IS UNLAWFUL FOR ANY PERSON TO TRY TO FORCE YOU TO LEAVE YOUR DWELLING UNIT WITHOUT FIRST GIVING YOU WRITTEN NOTICE AND GOING TO COURT TO EVICT YOU. FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR RIGHTS, YOU SHOULD CONSULT A LAWYER. If you believe you need legal assistance, contact the Oregon State Bar and ask for the lawyer referral service. Contact information for the Oregon State Bar is included with this notice. If you do not have enough money to pay a lawyer and are otherwise eligible, you may be able to receive legal assistance for free. Information about whom to contact for free legal assistance is included with this notice. OREGON STATE BAR, 16037 S.W. Upper Boones Ferry Road, Tigard Oregon 97224, Phone (503) 684-3763, Toll-free 1-800-452-8260 Website: http://www. oregonlawhelp.org The Fair Debt Collection Practices Act requires that we state the following: this is an attempt to collect, and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. If a discharge has been obtained by any party through bankruptcy proceedings: This shall not be construed to be an attempt to collect the outstanding indebtedness or hold you personally liable for the debt. NOTICE TO

Carroll, deceased, by Douglas County Circuit Court, Oregon, #23PB10493. Persons having claims against Estate must present with proper vouchers within 4 months after publication date of this notice to undersigned or claims may be barred. Persons whose rights may be affected by the proceedings may obtain additional information from the Court, Undersigned, or Undersigned’s attorney. Dated and first published February 27, 2024. Shirley Bauer c/o Kevin O’Connell 8555 SW Apple Way, Suite 300

Portland, Oregon 97225

Phone: (503) 227-2900

koconnell@ohmtaxlaw.com

Published: February 27, 2024. The World & ONPA. (ID:385353)

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE STATE OF OREGON FOR THE COUNTY OF COOS

PROBATE DEPARTMENT

CASE NO. 24PB01086

NOTICE TO INTERESTED

PERSONS

In the Matter of the Estate of Sterling Eugene Norton, Deceased NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Nancy L. Graham has been appointed personal representative of the above estate. All persons having claims against the estate are required to present the claim, with proper documentation, to the undersigned attorney for the personal representative at 358 NW 1st Avenue, PO Box 729, Canby, Oregon 97013, within four months from the date of publication of this notice, or the claims may be barred.

All persons whose rights may be affected by the proceedings may obtain additional information from the records of the Court, the personal representative, or the attorney for the personal representative.

Date of publication February 27, 2024.

Nancy L. Graham

Personal Representative

Loren P. Bell, OSB# 932105

Loren P. Bell, P.C.

Attorney for the Personal Representative 358 NW 1st Avenue PO Box 729 Canby, OR 97013 503-266-5050

Fax: 503-266-5056

Email: loren@canbylawfirm.

com Published February 27, 2024. The World & ONPA (ID:385577)

Notice is hereby given that

Maurice E. Bassett has been appointed and has qualified as the personal representative of the Estate of Lela Rose Bassett, deceased, in Coos County Circuit Court Case No. 24PB00153. All persons having claims against the estate are hereby required to present

Clayburn repeats as state champion

PORTLAND — Myrtle Point’s Logan Clayburn repeated as state wrestling champion in Portland on Friday. He was the only champion from the South Coast in the two-day event.

Clayburn won the Class 2A1A title at 285 pounds, pinning Lowell’s David Finch in 42 seconds in the championship match. He reached the final by also pinning Evan Wyatt of Kennedy and Rhyne Nelson of Willamina.

The senior was state champion last year and finished second as a sophomore. As a freshman, he finished one round from placing in the state tournament, which was not sponsored by OSAA because of the COVID pandemic.

Myrtle Point’s Jonathan Padgett (215 pounds) and Camilo Palmas (150) both were eliminated one round before the placing rounds after winning their first consolation matches. Only the top four wrestlers place in Class 2A-1A.

Myrtle Point placed 14th in the Class 2A-1A tournament, which was won by Toledo.

Coquille had a trio of wrestlers place in the Class 3A meet, led by junior Camaran Houston. Wrestling at 157 pounds, Houston pinned Santiam Christian’s Kamran Ness and

McLoughlin’s Masyn Lindsey and took a 10-1 decision over Ryder Sturgell of Warrenton to reach the championship match. In the final bout, he came up short, pinned by Nyssa’s Ashton Wilson.

Riley Jones and Tommy Vigue also both placed for the Red Devils, completing careers that saw them place in the top five all four years. Jones reached the semifinals at 175 pounds by pinning Joaquin Cuevas of Nyssa and beating Devon Sturgell of Warrenton but lost a 4-1 deicison to Vale’s Kase Shaffield. He bounced back to pin Parker Hughes of Harrisburg in the consolation semifinals and beat Sutherlin’s Tauf Flora 4-2 in the third-place match. Jones was fourth last year after finishing third the previous two years.

Vigue, at 215 pounds, lost his first match 4-3 to Harrisburg’s Cooper Clark but then proceeded to pin Seth Gallego of North Valley and Dylan Kerr of La Pine in elimination matches. He lost in the consolation semifinals before pinning Elmira’s Jonah Cooper in the fifth-place match. Vigue was state champion as a sophomore and third as both a freshman and last year.

Coquille was eighth in the Class 3A team race, won by Harrisburg.

In the Class 4A tournament, Marshfield had a pair of placers and North Bend one.

Marshfield’s Trayton Forbes finished fourth at 120 pounds. He started with wins over Junction City’s Braxton Henager and Marshfield teammate Brody Cross to reach the semifinals, here he was pinned. He won a 7-6 decision in the consolation semifinals before losing the third-place match to Aldo Duran of Baker.

Aryan Wright was fifth for Marshfield at 175 pounds, starting with pins over North Marion’s Antonio Guarnieri and Marshfield teammate Aaron Sinnott. Wright was pinned in the semifinals and also lost in the consolation semifinals before beating Philomath’s JJ Lewis in the fifth-place match.

North Bend’s Wyatt Smith was fourth at 144 pounds. He reached the quarterfinals with a technical fall over Pendleton’s Adam Urbina and a pin over Tyler Smith of St. Helens. After losing by decision in the semifinals, he won in the consolation semifinals and lost the fourthplace match to Philomath’s Porter Compton.

Marshfield’s Garron Castro (106 pounds), Haydyn Widdicombe (113), Christian Woodrum (113), Cross, Reese Hite (132), Wyatt Petley (190), Skyler

Folau (285) and Bryson Harvey (285) all won at least one match but did not place. Ethan Flood (1380 and Richardo Chacon (215) lost both their matches.

For North Bend, Nicholas Campbell (132), Jackson Swanson (144) and Parker Pruett (150) all won at least one match, while Demitrius Mayoa (120), Damian Jaszay (126), John Willett (157O and Gavin Walter (285) all lost both their matches.

Marshfield was 10th and North Bend 20th in the Class 4A team race, won by Sweet Home. Among other South Coast boys, Reedsport’s Jude Lichte (144 pounds) won two consolation matches before being eliminated one round from placing in Class 2A-1A and Gold Beach’s Nolan Timeus (157) had the same fate. Kane Lemberton of Gold Beach (285 pounds) and Robbie Stockton of Brookings-Harbor (106) did not win any matches.

Siuslaw’s Dayne Muller was third at 190 pounds and Jacob Mann was sixth at 175 in the Class 3A tourney. Leonardo Robertson (138) and Derrick Vanduch (144) each won a match.

GIRLS Siuslaw had a pair of placers and North Bend one in the

4A-3A-2A-1A girls meet.

Siusalw’s Macali Lade reached the championship match at 110 pounds with a pair of wins, but lost a 7-6 decision to Harrisburg’s Paxton Steele in the championship bout.

Jane Lacouture reached the final at 155 pounds, but was pinned by Harrisburg’s Hannah Henderson.

North Bend’s Kaylianna Mazzucchi reached the quarterfinals with a one-point decision over Marli Lind of Baker and also won in the consolation semifinals by pinning Willamina’s Sadie Risseeuw after suffering a third-round pin in the semifinals. Unfortunately, Lind avenged the earlier loss in the third-place match, pinning Mazzucchi and leaving her in fourth place.

North Bend’s Ilana Maguire lost both her matches.

Siuslaw’s Abby Riggs (115 pounds) and Danin Lacouture (140) both were eliminated in the consolation semifinals, one round from placing. Only four girls place in the state meet for each weight class.

Brookings-Harbor’s Grace Rosencrans won her first match before losing two and being eliminated.

La Grande won the team title, with Siuslaw 10th. North Bend was 28th.

Bandon earns spot in 2A tournament

JOHN GUNTHER

For The World

BANDON — Bandon’s girls basketball team used a huge run to open the game to build a big lead and cruised to a 62-24 win over visiting Santiam in the Class 2A playoffs on Saturday.

The Tigers earned a return trip to the 2A state tournament in Pendleton, where they will be the No. 2 seed and face Valley Coast Conference foe Oakridge in the quarterfinals Thursday night at the Pendleton Convention Center.

Oakridge, the No. 10 seed, beat Weston-McEwen 59-52 to earn its spot in Pendleton.

Bandon scored the first 22 points against Santiam and never looked back. The Wolverines didn’t score until hitting a free throw just over six minutes into the contest. By then Bandon was well in front.

Katelyn Senn finished with 24 points and Olivia Thompson hit five 3-pointers and scored 21. Makenna Vierck had five of her seven in the first quarter.

As usual, it was Bandon’s defense that sparked the big early lead, forcing numerous turnovers that led to quick points.

“One thing that’s been really big for us this year and kind of been our foundation of our season

is our defense,” Bandon coach Jordan Sammons said. “Everybody on our team really buys into the defense mentality, and when you have five people on the floor that pride themselves on the defensive end it can make you pretty tough.

“This group has always been offensively talented and Katelyn, Olivia and Makenna have really been stepping up as scorers for us this season, but really everybody on the team is doing a good job playing their role offensively as well.”

Bandon led Santiam 26-1 through one quarter Saturday. Even though the Wolverines bounced back some in the second quarter, outscoring the Tigers 12-10, Bandon stretched the lead in the second half.

Maizy Dawny led Santiam with nine points.

Bandon, which is No. 1 in the coaches poll and No. 2 in the OSAA power rankings, beat Oakridge twice this year — 67-36 during the regular season and 59-46 in the league tournament.

The Warriors feature talented twins Jade and Sadie Snyder and were tied with Bandon 44-44 in the league tournament before the Tigers finished on a 15-2 run. They also beat Bandon during the season last year, but when both Senn and Thompson were out with injuries.

The Tigers have been looking forward to the state tournament, but not taking anything for granted. That led to good preparation for the Santiam contest.

“The girls worked hard locking in and knowing the game plan,” Sammons said. “We had a long week. We’ve been practicing 7:30 to 9 p.m. in case we got the win, since we knew we’d be playing at 8:15 p.m. over in Pendleton as long as we keep winning. We’ve been preparing ourselves for that timeframe of a game.”

The other teams in Pendleton are top-ranked Western Christian, which meets No. 8 Enterprise

at 1:30 p.m. Thursday; No. 4 Knappa and No. 5 Nestucca, which face off at 3:15; and No. 3 Regis and No. 11 Stanfield, which meet at 6:30. Stanfield upset East Linn Christian 51-36 in the playoffs Saturday.

If Bandon wins Thursday, the Tigers would face Regis or Stanfield in the semifinals Friday. “I’m super proud of this group and we’ve been talking about for the last two months taking it one game at a time and just going 1-0 each night, and that’s the plan next week as well,” Sammons said. “I’m thankful to get to be their coach and get back to Pendleton.”

Red Devils, Cruisers and Bobcats fall in playoffs

The girls basketball teams from Coquille, Myrtle Point and Powers and the Coquille boys all lost in the state playoffs last week, coming up short of spots in the state tournament.

Coquille’s girls fell to Creswell on Saturday night 61-41, denied a spot in the state tournament jointly hosted by Marshfield and North Bend.

Creswell will face Sutherlin in the tournament quarterfinals Saturday night at Marshfield

High School. The Red Devils got off to a poor start offensively, with just four points in the first quarter, and never were able to overcome the deficit against a talented Creswell defense.

“The game started well and we were playing great defense and we had no offense because we panicked and took bad shots,” Coquille coach Marty Stallard said.

The Red Devils finished the season 23-4. BURNS TOPS CO-

QUILLE BOYS: Coquille’s boys played in the first round of the state tournament, falling at Burns on Tuesday 69-45 after trailing by just four points at halftime. The Hilanders, who surged at the end of the season with three straight wins in the league playoffs after winning just two league games, stunned Vale on Saturday in the second round of the state playoffs 75-67 in overtime to earn a spot in the state tournament.

Coquille earned its playoff spot with a fabulous comeback against North Valley in the Far West League playoffs.

POWERS COMES

UP JUST SHORT: Powers nearly pulled off a huge upset in the opening round of the Class 1A girls tournament on Wednesday, falling to North Clackamas Christian 48-44. The Cruisers, ranked No. 26, trailed by just one point in the final few minutes before coming up short.

North Clackamas

Christian pounded Umpqua Valley Christian 55-27 on Saturday to earn a spot in the state tournament at Baker.

UNION BEATS BOB-

CATS: Myrtle Point’s girls also put up a good fight on the road in the first round Wednesday, falling to Union 44-36 on the road. Union nearly upset Country Christian in the second round Saturday, falling 47-44. Myrtle Point was fourth and Powers fifth in the final Skyline

League standings. North Douglas of the Skyline League did make the tournament, beating Crosshill Christian 53-48 on Saturday. Both North Douglas and Elkton advanced their boys teams to the tournament with road wins Friday. Elkton upset No. 3 Open Door Christian Academy 5852 and North Douglas beat No. 6 Sherman 69-60. Elkton and North Douglas meet in the quarterfinals Wednesday at Baker.

Photo by John Gunther Bandon’s Katelyn Senn directs traffic during the Tigers’ win over Santiam on Saturday.

Photo by John Gunther Olivia Thompson drives to the hoop during Bandon’s win over Santiam.

Class 3A state tournament starts Thursday in Bay Area

The fields were finalized Friday and Saturday for the Class 3A state tournament, jointly hosted by Marshfield and North Bend high schools.

The girls quarterfinals are Thursday at Marshfield, while the boys start at North Bend.

Both champions for 2023 are back and Cascade Christian will be going for its third straight boys title, though it could face a tough road battling the top three teams in the OSAA power rankings, all from the Lewis & Clark League.

Top seed Westside Christian, which fell to Cascade Christian in the championship game last year, opens at 1:30 p.m. Thursday in North Bend against

Neah-Kah-Nie, which hasn’t been in the tournament in decades but beat Pleasant Hill 66-61 on Friday. The Pirates won the Coastal Range League to earn the home playoff game while Westside Christian dominated St. Mary’s 74-38.

The second game Thursday, at 3:15 p.m., features Harrisburg and Burns. Harrisburg topped Umatilla 56-50 and Burns upset Vale 75-67 in overtime in a matchup of Eastern Oregon League teams. Cascade Christian meets De La Salle North Catholic at 6:30 p.m. in the premier game of the opening day of the boys tournament. The Challengers are ranked No. 1 in the coaches poll, but just No. 6 in the power rankings and dominated Riverside 73-30 on Friday. De La Salle topped

Creswell 61-36.

Last year, Cascade Christian edged the Knights 52-51 in the semifinals before beating Westside Christian in the championship game.

The final game of the opening day for the boys features Dayton and Valley Catholic at 8:15 p.m. Dayton beat Douglas of the Far West League 66-50 on Friday and Valley Catholic topped Amity, Dayton’s biggest rival, 55-50.

On the girls side, Corbett begins its quest for an elusive title against Westside Christian at Marshfield.

Corbett lost to Banks in the championship game last year and lost to Philomath in the Class 4A championship game the year before and enters this year’s event unbeaten.

Corbett beat Burns 72-44 on

Saturday and Westside Christian topped Jefferson 63-55 to reach the tournament.

Banks, the defending champion, meets Vale in the other early game at Marshfield. Banks topped Cascade Christian 35-27 and Vale beat Sisters 57-29.

The evening session starts with No. 3 Amity facing No. 11 Nyssa. Amity topped Horizon Christian 65-37 while Nyssa upset Pleasant Hill on the road 33-22.

The late game features Creswell and Sutherlin in a battle of two schools that have the Bulldogs nickname.

Creswell beat Coquille 61-41 and Sutherlin topped Valley Catholic 61-47.

On Friday, the consolation games begin at 9 a.m. in the opposite gyms from Friday’s

quarterfinals, with the girls in North Bend and the boys at Marshfield.

The boys semifinals are at 1:30 and 3:15, with the girls semifinals at 6:30 and 8:15.

Saturday’s six trophy games start early because of a Marshfield girls playoff game that also is crammed into the busy schedule.

The boys fourth-place game is at 8 a.m., followed by the girls at 9:45, the boys thirdplace game at 11:30 and the girls third-place game at 1:15. Marshfield and Stayton play a Class 4A playoff game at 4 p.m., followed by the boys championship game at 6:30 and the girls championship game at 8:30. Admission for each session is $10 for adults and $6 for students.

Marshfield boys reach basketball playoffs

JOHN GUNTHER For The World

Marshfield’s boys basketball team is headed to the Class 4A playoffs after a dramatic win over Pendleton on Saturday at Pirate Palace.

The Pirates beat the Buckaroos 53-50 after Pendleton erased a double-digit deficit in the second half.

Marshfield is at Philomath on Friday for a spot in the final eight at Forest Grove.

“It’s awesome,” said senior Joe Herbert. “Watching all the older kids get to do it every year and now we get to do it.”

Herbert was involved in the key play of the game, passing to Luke Jackson for a 3-pointer from the wing when the game was tied in the final 30 seconds.

It’s a play they work on every day in practice and Herbert had a good feeling even though Jackson and the other Pirates had been struggling from outside all game.

“I knew he was going to hit it,” Herbert said.

The shot gave the Pirates a 51-48 lead and Steel Carpenter hit two free throws following a Pendleton turnover. The Buckaroos scored at the buzzer for the final margin.

Marshfield had built its lead behind the defense, with Herbert and Carpenter badgering the Pendleton players out front relentlessly.

“Us flying around a lot gives us more energy on offense and gets us transition points,” Herbert said.

Herbert and Carpenter each had three breakaways after steals. When Herbert missed one of those, Jackson was there for the put-back.

Marshfield coach Jesse Ainsworth praised his team’s defense, especially late in the game after Pendleton had gone in front by two.

“We talk about stops in a row,” he said. “Late in the game, we were able to get three stops in a row.”

The defense was im-

portant with Marshfield struggling from outside, which normally is a strength.

“Our offense is built to get those 3s,” Ainsworth said. “They just weren’t going in tonight. They were great looks.”

Before the last shot, the Pirates had just two 3-pointers during the game, one by Jackson and the other by Jonah Martin.

Jackson had 16 points in the win. Carpenter added 14, connecting on eight of 10 free throws.

Herbert and Gannon Frost scored six points. Freshman Keller Vinyard scored eight, including a key free throw after an offensive rebound late in the game when the Pirates needed points.

Ainsworth said the team was able to overcome Pendleton because it lives up to its core values.

“Attitude and effort are on top of our list of core values,” he said. “These guys embody it.”

“We were flat a lot of the time,” Herbert said of

the game. “We were there when it counted.”

Now Marshfield gets a shot in the playoffs against a Philomath squad that beat the Pirates 51-38 during Marshfield’s Les Schwab tournament back in December. Philomath is seeded fifth for the tournament while Marshfield is the

12-seed. “We have to clean up some stuff that we didn’t do well last time,” Herbert said. Pendleton saw its season end with the loss. The Buckaroos were led by Mason Strong, who had 18 points, 16 in the second half. Jaydon Hoffert added 10, including a pair of 3-pointers.

The winner of the Marshfield-Philomath game will play either Newport or Baker in the quarterfinals at Forest Grove High School. Among other Sky-Em League teams, Junction City is the No. 2 seed and hosts Scappoose while Marist Catholic is seeded sixth and hosts Phoenix.

Marshfield’s girls basketball team will host Stayton Saturday for a spot in the Class 4A state tournament at Forest Grove.

The game will be played at 4 p.m. Saturday, between the third-place games and championship games in the Class 3A state tournament jointly hosted by the Pirates and North Bend. Admission is $10 for adults and $6 for students.

The Pirates earned the home game by virtue of winning the Sky-Em League and enter the playoffs on a six-game win streak.

That includes a 44-37 nonleague win over fifthranked Klamath Union last Friday night in a game played at a neutral site in Grants Pass for both teams to have a

chance to stay sharp since they were not in the playin round. Klamath Union will host Pendleton on Saturday.

“I still think our best basketball is ahead of us,” Marshfield coach Doug Miles said. “Even in the win over KU, we didn’t play our best and made a lot of mental mistakes.

“I know the kids think we can get (to the tournament).”

Tatum Montiel and Paige Macduff scored 10 points each and Gracie Peach added eight in Marshfield’s win over Klamath Union.

The Pelicans entered the game 16-2 overall.

“It was a great tune-up game for us to get ready for a very tough Stayton team,” Miles said.

Marshfield and Stayton played a game in De-

cember when the Pirates were in a slump, with the Eagles winning 41-17 on their home court during their annual holiday tournament.

“Stayton is very good,” Miles said. “They are an impressive defensive team. We will need to figure out a way to score.”

The Pirates enter the playoffs with a 15-10 record overall.

Stayton is 18-4 and riding a seven-game win streak. The Eagles finished in a three-way tie for first place with Philomath and Cascade in the Oregon West Conference, but were the third seed because they had the lowest power ranking of the group. Stayton beat The Dalles 40-27 in the Class 4A play-in round.

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Bulldogs girls basketball fall in play-in round

North Bend’s girls basketball team came up a game short of the state playoffs, but the Bulldogs had a remarkable season all the same, coach Mike Forrester said.

North Bend beat Cottage Grove in the Sky-Em League playoffs on Tuesday, scoring the first 12 points on the way to a 53-38 win.

The Bulldogs then traveled to St. Helens on Saturday in the Class 4A play-in round, and led the Lions 22-21 at halftime before a disastrous third quarter led to a 49-35 win for St.

Helens. Cottage Grove, meanwhile, won its game just up the road from St. Helens, beating Scappoose 54-42 to earn a spot in the 16-team playoff bracket. St. Helens visits Henley in the round of 16 in the state tournament on Saturday. Cottage Grove is at top-ranked Astoria. North Bend battled with St. Helens until struggling to score in the third quarter.

“We definitely had some chances early in the game to get a little bit more of a lead but we just couldn’t make layups

and we must’ve had at least seven or eight shots blocked,” Forrester said. “I think we got a little timid going to the basket when that happened.”

Still, he was thrilled with the team’s success this year.

“If you would have told me at the start of the year that we were going to win 16 games, I probably would’ve laughed at you,” he said. North Bend lost to all four of its Sky-Em League foes the first time around, and beat all four the second time around, including league-champion

Marshfield and runner-up Marist. And North Bend dominated the league playoff match against Cottage Grove. That game was typical of North Bend’s style during its strong run at the end of the year.

“They play so hard all the time,” he said. “They’re super unselfish. They don’t care who makes shots.”

Against Cottage Grove, that was Erica McClintock, who hit three 3-pointers and scored 17 points (she had 13 more in the

first half Saturday against St. Helens).

Carley Lucero added 16 points against Cottage Grove, while Mirra Riddle, Ayla Riddle and Mila Davidson all added six or seven points.

North Bend had won four straight before losing to St. Helens.

“When we beat Marshfield, it showed we can beat anybody,” Forrester said after Tuesday’s win over Cottage Grove. “Their confidence grows.”

North Bend finished the season 16-10.

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Della May Baylor

November 28, 1926 – February 16, 2024

At her request, no public services will be held for Della May Baylor, 97, of Coos Bay. A private family celebration will be held at a later time.

Della was born November 28, 1926 in Montague, California to George Edward and Elsie May (Fairchild) Nichols. She passed away February 16, 2024 in Coos Bay, surrounded by family.

Della was raised in Allegany and shared fond memories of riding the boat back and forth to Coos River school.

On February 13, 1946 while Della’s high school sweetheart, Pete was on a leave before being deployed to the Navy, the couple married in Glendale, California. They were married for 70 years.

One of Della’s favorite pastimes was going to “the office”; where she had many good times.

Throughout her lifetime, Della was privileged to participate in two, fivegeneration pictures. Something she was very proud of.

Della will be dearly missed by her loving family, friends and all those who had the pleasure of knowing her.

She is survived by her son, Mike and Alice Baylor; daughter, Sherry and Woody Brown; sister, Roberta Hayne; grandchildren, Denise (Steve) Siewell, Dina (Tyrone) Hansen, Janeen (Terry) Walling, numerous great-grandchildren

Glen Patrick Hacker

November 7, 1947 – February 14, 2024

and great great-grandchildren. Della was preceded in death by husband, Pete, her parents, four brothers and granddaughter, Michelle. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Della’s name can be made to Marshfield High School Athletics and/or Hospice. Arrangements are under the care of Coos Bay Chapel, 541-267-3131 www. coosbayareafunerals.com

Anne Edwards

February 17, 1929 – December 30, 2023

Anne drove off into the sunset, leaving this life at 94 years young. She was a true lover of life, an optimist filled with wonder and questions nobody had the answers to. Her laugh was infectious and her wit was sharp. She will be remembered as a loving matriarch, wonderful friend, mediocre cook and terribly impatient. Waiting for anyone or anything was simply not her style.

Anne was born February 17th, 1929 in Hiawassee, Georgia as the 4th of 7 children to parents Truman and Stella Holmes. She is survived by her sister Imogene, her 4 children: Stan, Vicki, Rod, and Amy, 3 grandchildren, 3 great-grandchildren, and many loving extended family members. She is preceded in death by many adored family and friends whom she missed dearly.

Anne was an independent spirit, living alone into her 90s. In her childhood, “Annie Ruth” could be found running barefoot in rural Georgia with her siblings and expertly evading farm chores. As a young adult, Anne began her most treasured adventure, becoming a mother after marrying Basil “Ed” Edwards. She loved their early travels around the country, birthing each of her children in a different state. After settling to raise her children in southern California, she retired in Oregon to immerse herself in the role of “Nana”.

Glen grew up in a large farming family. He was one of 16 children. He moved to Coos Bay in 1969 and met his future wife of 54 years, Cathy. They have two sons, Travis and Mark.

Glen was a member of the Laborer’s Union. He retired in 2000 after spending his last 15 years working at Johnson Rock Products in Coos Bay. He enjoyed fishing and hunting and was quite the gardener as well.

Glen is survived by his wife, two sons, 5 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren. Friends and family are encouraged to sign the online guestbook at www. coosbayareafunerals.com and www.

theworldlink.com. Arrangements are under the care of North Bend Chapel, 541-756-0440.

She taught us so many things: to parallel park, to find humor in any situation, to be painfully honest when someone cooks something you dislike, to be ever curious, find beauty where others might not think to look, and to never leave the house without a pocket full of tissues. She taught us all how to love.

Anne will be forever missed and

Billy James Peters

June 11, 1943 - February 1, 2024

In loving memory, we bid farewell to Billy J. Peters, a cherished father and grandfather. Billy peacefully departed this world on February 1, 2024.

Billy leaves behind his beloved children: Penny Peters, Deana Tucker, Billy Jim Peters and Marcy Webster and grandchildren: Phillip McCulloch, Alexandria McCulloch, Jessica Tucker, Mackenzie Tucker, Lucy Webster and Ruby Webster. Gramps will be sorely

impossible to forget. Let’s keep Anne’s spirit alive by cherishing her memory, indulging in awe, and sharing love with wild abandon. Bless her heart. oxoxox

missed but leaves behind cherished memories that will forever be treasured by those he held closest to his heart.

A longtime resident of Bandon, Oregon, Billy will be remembered fondly by locals. Billy is preceded in death by his beloved wife, Nancy J. Peters, also a longtime resident of Bandon.

In the embrace of cherished memories and the enduring love of family, Billy’s spirit lives on, forever etched in our hearts. ♥