Gardner Introduces Bill for Ports to Plains

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Gardner Introduces Bill to Designate Meet the 4-H Member- Hannah Auer

Ports-to-Plains as Future Interstate By Madie Richmann Your Southeast Weld County 2019 and 2020 Reserve Grand Champion Steer was shown

Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senator Cory Gardner (R-CO), a member of the Senate and owned by Keenesburgs very own, Hannah Auer. The 14 year old freshman says she Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation, introduced S. 4701, the Ports-to- is very blessed for the opportunity to be a part of such a great community and fair. HanPlains Highway Act, legislation to designate the Ports-to-Plains Corridor, which travels nah bought her steers from Jeff and Amy Cooksey. She named her steers Remington and through Colorado, as a future Interstate. The bill is cosponsored by U.S. Senator John Maverick. Both of Hannahs steers have their own personality, she says. The 2020 year Cornyn (R-TX). was Auer’s third year showing steers at the Southeast Weld County Fair and her first year

“With Colorado’s population growing at one of the fastest rates in the country, it is showing at the Weld County Fair. Hannah says that her favorite part about 4-H is how you critical that we are making necessary investments in our state’s infrastructure,” said learn so many life skills such as communication and how you get to meet new people along Senator Gardner. “The Ports-to-Plains Corridor is key to Colorado’s connectivity and the way. Hannah would like to continue in 4-H and also be a part of FFA. After high school the movement of goods, and it’s important we understand and consider our long-term Auer would like to earn an agricultural degree of some sort. Along with 4-H, Hannah eninfrastructure needs in the future. I appreciate the work of local stakeholders to support joys hunting and fishing. Hannah would like to give extra thanks to the Cooksey family, the the corridor, and I will continue my efforts to support Colorado’s infrastructure needs at Moses family, Chris Bailey, Boyd Arnold, and last but not least, her parents, Jody and Steve the federal level.” Auer. Good Luck to Hannah in the rest of her 4-H career.

“Texas is already the largest state exporter of goods, and adding an artery connecting us to Mexico and Canada will mean better access to markets for Texas farmers, ranchers, and producers,” said Senator Cornyn. “I look forward to working with my colleagues representing states all along the Ports-to-Plains Corridor to bring this plan to fruition.”

“We are thrilled for this momentous legislation which will designate a future interstate along the Ports-to-Plains Corridor and bring a significant economic impact to the region as well as safety improvements for travelers on I-25,” said Cathy Shull, Executive Di-

rector of Pro 15 and member of the Ports-to-Plains Alliance Board of Direc-

tors. “Once completed, the infrastructure will alleviate heavy congestion by redirecting freight traffic east, paving the way for future economic development in eastern Colorado and increasing the productivity of drivers transporting Colorado exported goods to Mexico and Canada.”

The Ports-to-Plains Corridor in Colorado aims to facilitate an additional key NorthSouth route to bolster the transportation of goods and people. The Department of Transportation’s (DOT’s) Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS) has projected nationwide freight moved by trucks could increase by 44 percent from 2015 levels by 2045, and according to the Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR), Colorado exported $1.3 billion in goods to Mexico in 2018. Trade between Colorado and Mexico is expected to increase because of the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA), which went into effect on July 1, 2020.

The Ports-to-Plains Corridor is currently designated as a High Priority Corridor on the National Highway System. Previously, the Colorado Department of Transportation joined State Departments of Transportation from Texas, Oklahoma, and New Mexico in releasing a Corridor Development and Management Plan for Ports-to-Plains.

Gardner’s bill serves as a companion to H.R. 7151, legislation introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives by U.S. Representatives Jodey Arrington (TX-19), Henry Cuellar (TX-28), Kay Granger (TX-12), Mac Thornberry (TX-13) and Ben Ray Lujan (NM-3).

Cory Gardner is a member of the U.S. Senate serving Colorado. He sits on the Energy & Natural Resources Committee, the Foreign Relations Committee, the Commerce, Science, & Transportation Committee, and is the Chairman of the Subcommittee on East Asia, the Pacific, and International Cybersecurity Policy.

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Weldon Valley News Wagoneers News

By GLAD Club Wyatt Wilcox – Monday September 28, 2020 Meeting The Old Wheelbarrow The Wagoneers 4-H Club met on Monday, September 28, 2020, at the Southeast Weld We’ve work together many a year, County Fairgrounds. The old wheelbarrow and I; Unfinished Business Discussed: But now it’s finished, and it seems Weld County 4-H Newsletter – Members are asked to look at the newsletter for up to We’ve got to say goodbye. date information on upcoming activities and events. It’s just like parting from a friend, Weld County 4-H Recognition Night – The Weld County Recognition Night is at 6 PM So close we two have been— on Tuesday, October 6, 2020. Attendees have been sent invites in the mail. In every kind of weather, Trick or Treat Street – The club and the county are still looking at what Trick or Treat Autumn gold and summer green. Street will like this year. There’s a new one in the shed, New Business: And up-to-date affair, Mardi Gras – The Weld County 4-H Mardi Gras in-person event has been canceled. But it’s the old one that I love; However, parts of Mardi Gras will still be happening, but the county is still planning on Such memories we share— what will happen. This year’s theme has been moved to next year. The new theme for this Pushing piles of pots year is “Riding Out the Rona.” And boxes round the garden paths, Pinewood Derby Race – This year’s Pinewood Derby Race had been postponed to next Bags of bulbs to greet the Spring, year. And logs for winter hearths. 4-H Enrollment Online Platform Update – The online platform for enrollment in 4-H is And now it stands—a broken wreck— closed from September 15 – November 1. It is currently undergoing renovations. EnrollOf no more use to me; ment for this 4-H year will be available only online. But every time I pass it, Organizational Leader Transfer – Our club’s organizational leader and founder, Mrs. In my mind’s eye I can see Tara Dreiling has retired after years of volunteer work and loving dedication. Mrs. Tara The dear old barrow full of grass, will still be helping in the club as a project leader. Our club is excited to welcome Mrs. O stakes and stones and flowers— Bydalek as our new organizational leader. We look forward to having Mrs. Bydalek leading Bringing back the thought our club. O happy days and busy hours. Patience Strong

The sky looks like we may be getting some fall weather. A light snow or some rain would be welcome.

Smile a little: Dog - “Doctor, Doctor, I keep thinking I’m a dog. Well, get up on the couch and I’ll examine you.” Doctor- “Well get up on the couch and I’ll examine you.” Dog - “I can’t, I’m not allowed on the furniture.”

Community news:

It was an exciting day for Dean Groves when family and friends greeted him on the occasion of his 90th birthday. Congratulations and best wishes, Dean.

It was a fun day on Saturday, at the home of Gertie Chapin when Anthony, Katie, Julia, Leah, Andrew and Grant Stinton of Greeley and Janet and George Snyder of San Diego came for a visit. They had a fun time visiting the baby calves and watching the harvest.

The November election is just around the corner. Ballets will be in the mail soon. Everyone should have received their Blue Booklet with information on the eleven state wide measures to be voted on. On Monday, October 12 at 7:00 p.m. Jon Becker will be presenting the pros and cons on the issues. The meeting is open to all electors. It will be held at the Republican Headquarters, 618 E. Platte.

Time is running out, be part of the future. Complete your 2020 Census. You can respond at my2020census.go or call 1-844-330-2020.

The November election id drawing near. Are you registered to vote? You can do this on line or at the Morgan County Administration Building. This an important election, let your voice be heard.

Church Chat: The St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church will celebrate Mass on Sunday morning at 7:00 a.m. Pastor Reverend Erik Vigil Reyes and Parochial Vicar Reverend Francis Saleth, HGN will share the services. Confession will be celebrated before mass.

Weldon Valley Presbyterian Church in Goodrich has Christian education and worship at 10 a.m. each Sunday.

The Women’s Bible study met on Thursday. The meeting was opened with the Presbyterian Women’ Purpose. “Find, Follow Fulfill, God’s Will” was led by Merri Armentrout. Lesson 4, “Renewing Your Mind” led to an interesting discussion. Those present were: Joy Wilson, Antoinette Pacheco, Susan Kammerer ,Sammie Covelli, Gertie Chapin, Carol Baber and Merri Armentrout.

Contact information for Pastor Denise Shannon is 720-271-6733 or pastordeniseshannon@gmail.com.

School Scoop: The reports from school are good. Students are doing well and there has been NO reported illness. Best wishes to all! 4-H News: 4-H members are working on projects for the 2021 county Fair.

What’s cookin’:Blonde Brownies- 1 cup butter, 2 cups sugar, 3 eggs, 1 ½ cup flour, ½ teaspoon baking powder, 1 teaspoon vanilla, pinch of salt, ½ cup walnuts, 1 pkg. chocolate chips. Cream together butter and sugar, add eggs and vanilla, mix well. Add flour, baking powder and walnuts to cream mix. Mix well. Pour in baking pan and sprinkle with chocolate chips. Bake at 350 degrees for 35 minutes.

First facts: 1942-Glenn Miller and his Orchestra performed together for the last time, at the Central Theater in Passaic, New Jersey.

Weldon Valley History: The first Weldon Valley School was a one-room built in 1887 on the west edge of “Deuel”, as the town was then known. In 1897, a two- room school along the north side of Highway 144. About half way between the alley separating Main Street and Warren Street (behind the Last Stand).The main building of the current school campus was built in 1908.

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Thought for the Day: “A cloudy day is no match for a sunny disposition.”

Keith Loyal Weeks

Keith Loyal Weeks (82) of Keenesburg, CO, passed away at home surrounded by his loving wife and other family on Thursday, April 23, 2020. Born in Yuma, CO on March 13, 1938 to Loyal and Doris Weeks, . he grew up there and met his future wife, Marcia, at 13 years old. He attended Yuma High School, and later attended Colorado A&M (Colorado State University) and Parks School of Electronics. In 1958, he was hired by Recordak (Kodak) as a repair technician, married Marcia, and moved to Salt Lake City, UT. They lived in Albuquerque, Denver, Ramsey, NJ, Omaha, NE and Castle Rock, CO. Keith worked his way into management for Kodak. Keith was a servant leader. He was never above any job. If there was something that needed to get done, he would do it. He loved the men and women with whom he worked and always gave his best in everything that he did. He stood up for the people who worked for him. There was a time he stayed with a young man whose family was killed in an auto wreck, so the man wouldn’t end his own life. In his personal life, he would help anyone at any time and generously gave of his time and talents. He was kind and fair to everyone. Keith served for many years at the Methodist Church in Keenesburg, Colorado; working on many projects; the church’s basement, helping with installation of the elevator, repairing plumbing, and snow removal. He was often referred to as “The Nicest Guy” in the neighborhood; most kids and close friends called him “Pa” or dad.

Keith loved his family and went above and beyond to help each family member when they were in need. He adored his grandchildren and would drive far and wide to attend their many sporting events and activities. He was happily married to his wife Marcia, the love of his life, for more than 60 years. He was loved by many and will be missed by even more.

Keith loved farming and was so pleased to live on a farm when he retired and raise Belgian draft horses. Keith and Marcie did many events with those horses for the city, nursing homes, church, school, and historical parks in Denver. They were the joy in Keith’s life and he made many friends through those horses.

Keith is preceded in death by his parents, his brother Lynn, and a sister Bette Kirchenschlager. He is survived by his wife Marcia Weeks of Keenesburg, his children; Nancy (Brian Vogt) Bilek of Omaha, NE, Bill (Jennifer) Weeks of Ivyland, PA, and Jim (Angela) Weeks of Aurora, CO. His 10 Grandchildren mourn his passing as well; Tony (Lisa), Tara Bilek;, Keith, Michelle, Jackson, Sierra Weeks; Jonathan, Austin, Quinn, and Andrew Weeks, and by one great-grandchild; Bennett Bilek.. He is also survived by one sister; Bonnie (Kenny) Lyon of Yuma, CO and brother-in-law Dale Kirchenschlager.

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William (Bill) Erickson

William (Bill) Erickson passed away on September 24, 2020. Bill was born to (William) Bill and Juanita (Russell) Erickson in Gill, Colorado on July 3, 1929. His family moved to the Galeton area in 1942. After graduating from Galeton High School in 1947, he attended Colorado A & M (now Colorado State University) where he graduated with a General Agricultural degree. He served as a member of the Reserved Officers’ Training Corps (ROTC) in college. After graduation he was stationed at Lowry Air Force base in Denver. On September 10, 1950 Bill married his high school sweetheart, Clara Johnson. After completing his ROTC duty of two years, Bill was released from active duty as an Air Force First Lieutenant. Bill and Clara returned from Denver to the family farm near Galeton where they owned and ran Lucky Quarter, a working dairy farm, while raising their two children Geenine (Gege) and Jon. Bill was a hardworking farmer with a strong personal work ethic. In addition to running his dairy, he farmed mostly corn and alfalfa. Before No-Till Farming and sustainability became the preferred method of farming, Bill pioneered these practices on his own land, saving time, fuel and ensuring the land would remain fertile and profitable for future generations. He was always creative, and when a particular piece of equipment was unavailable commercially, he designed and modified his current equipment to fit his needs.

He managed to make a difference in many lives and touched countless others through his dedication to volunteerism. He was always available to take on a leadership role if requested or be part of a team. For Bill, it was anything he could do to make a difference for his community.

There was a deep drive in Bill to support the Weld County and Colorado 4-H program. When he was a youngster growing up, 4-H was a big part of his life. Not only was it fun, but the hard work gave him training to become a successful adult, farmer, dairyman and citizen. As a leader for the local Galeton 4-H Club for over 60 years, he helped organize programs for the rural participants. He also developed a model rocketry program that went from a local club project to a state project.

Bill was also heavily involved with Weld County 4-H Leaders Council and was a member of the State Leaders Council. In 1981 he was chosen as a chaperone for a group of teens making up the Colorado 4-H Delegation attending National Club Congress in Washington DC. He worked tirelessly to obtain donations of fresh produce for several years for meals served at 4-H Camp Tobin during the Colorado State Fair. He was later appointed to the Weld County Extension Advisory Board.

Because of his support and longevity in the 4-H organization, Bill received awards through the years for his dedication to the program. In 2013 he received the Colorado State Alumni Association 50-year Club’s Public Service award. Weld County recognized him for 65 service in 2018.

The Galeton Community Church was always an important part of Bill’s life. He was on the church’s Board of Directors for many years, serving as president for several of those years. He, and his now late wife, Clara organized an active young people’s group, and he was instrumental in organizing the Mother-Daughter Banquet, which was held for over 40 years at the church. The dinner honored the women and girls in the church and was prepared and served by the men and boys. Bill was instrumental in assisting with the yearly Harvest Dinner served first at the Galeton Community Church and later moved to the Galeton Elementary school. For many years, Bill could always be counted on to make the stuffing, usually carving most of the turkeys, acting as greeter, serving, or cleaning up.

More than 25 years ago, Bill saw a need to assist the exhibitors and families of the Weld County Fair. He thought it would be beneficial to those exhibitors if breakfast were available on the grounds. The breakfast he started is still being provided. Last year over 1,000 pancake and sausage breakfasts were served free of charge.

Bill was also active on other boards including Colorado Select Sires, Weld County Ag Council and Friends of International Students at University of Northern Colorado which are all organizations that he had the privilege of serving as president.

Besides being a leader for many organizations, he was a team player as he served on boards for Weld County Farm Bureau, Weld County Weed Board, Northern Colorado Hay Days and Greeley Weld Chamber of Commerce Ag Council.

As Bill lived in the Gill and Galeton areas and graduated from Galeton High School, he recognized that those areas were always small, close knit communities but obviously people move out of the area. Bill organized school/community reunions, all before the advent of e-mail.

Bill was also active in the political process, serving as committeeman for his local party for several years and was as a delegate to the District and County Assemblies numerous times.

As a past ROTC serviceman, Bill participated in the 2012 Honor Flight to Washington DC for past service members.

He was preceded in death by his wife Clara, brother Alan Erickson and sister Elaine Foss.

Bill is survived by his daughter Geenine (Gege) Ellzey, husband Marco Sanchez, and his son Jon, wife Joy Erickson, as well as seven grandchildren and six great grandchildren.

Visitation is Thursday, October 1 from 4-7 pm at Allnutt Funeral Service in Macy Chapel at 6521 W. 20th Street, Greeley. The burial is Friday, October 2, 9:30 am at Sunset Memorial Gardens 3400 W. 28th Street. Services at 11:00 at Galeton Community Church 2nd Grandview, Galeton, with a reception to follow the service.

Doris Lee (Schissler) Dreiling

Doris passed away peacefully at University Hospital in Denver, Colorado surrounded by immediate family.

Doris was born in Platteville, Colorado on February 20, 1945 to Phillip and Mildred (Freeling) Schissler and was seven of nine siblings. Doris grew up around the Brighton area and graduated from Brighton High School and later attended college at NJC in Sterling. She then married Michael (Mick or Mike) Dreiling on December 17, 1966 before residing in Oklahoma for a short period of time. She became a farmer’s wife and lived in the Hudson area after that. Doris spent most of her life devoted to her family. She was a stay at home mom who was active with the Hudson PTA where her children, Ty and Kim, attended school and she eventually worked as the lunch clerk. She loved each of the holidays. Many remember the Easter egg hunts with the “golden” egg as a prize. She would cook large Thanksgiving dinners that were always at her house. Christmas was one of the favorite holidays for not only Doris, but much of the family; homemade cookies and candies, decorations, gifts, and of course, meatballs on Christmas eve are some of the things that made it so memorable. She always enjoyed life. Doris enjoyed going to Las Vegas, Cabo San Lucas and cruises in the Caribbean. Along with the travel she looked forward to summer afternoon and weekends at a nearby lake boating, water skiing and camping with family and friends. She loved mowing her yard, planting flowers, lake fishing at Lynx Pass, garage sales and clearance racks, porcelain dolls, pottery, cooking and baking to name a few. She was an awesome cook and baker. She enjoyed making a variety of foods from some traditional German dishes to ravioli and chile rellenos but was most known for her amazing homemade pies. Her pies became widely known during their next adventure at the Longhorn restaurant in Hudson and are still brought up in conversation from time to time.

After the years at the restaurant, Doris was able to spend more time with her grandkids. She attended every event she could from school programs and sporting events to 4H livestock shows which displayed her love and support. She became more involved with her church and loved the Lord. She was sweet, kind, honest, hard-working, unselfish, loving, caring and kind to all who knew her.

Doris is survived by her husband of 53 years, Mike Dreiling; son, Ty (Tara) Dreiling, daughter, Kim Spayd; five grandchildren, Taylor, Tamber and Tate Dreiling, Elizabeth and Emily Spayd; four sisters, Elsie Gashler, Carol Odenbaugh, Norma Schumacher and Margie Herndon along with numerous nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by both of her parents; three sisters, Lorene Roth, Marian Dinkel, Linda Mulligan; one brother, Marvin (Sonny) Schissler; and a son-in-law, Keith Spayd.

Visitation was held at Tabor Rice Funeral Home, Brighton, Colorado on Monday, August 17, 2020 from 4pm to 6pm.

Funeral Services were held at Grace Lutheran Church in Hudson, Colorado on Tuesday, August 18, 2020 at 10 am. Seating was limited to 100 people therefore the services were live streamed and are available for viewing via Doris’ online obituary at www.TaborFuneralHome.com. A luncheon followed at the South East Weld County Fairgrounds. Interment will be at Heart of the Plains Cemetery in Roggen, Colorado at a later date.

Memorial contributions can be made in Doris’ name to Grace Lutheran Church.

Verna (Vance) Segelke

Verna F. Segelke, 92, left this earth for her heavenly home on Saturday, September 26, 2020. She was born November 24, 1927, at her Wiggins home to Irma (Mason) and Virgil Vance. She attended Wiggins schools, graduating from Wiggins High School in 1945. Upon graduation she attended Denver University for two years on a music scholarship. Verna eventually earned her bachelor’s degree in education from Colorado State College, now UNC. It is estimated that Verna touched the lives of over 1000 students during her 40 year career as a school teacher. She was one of the last teachers to teach in a two-room school in Orchard. She then taught school in Hillrose and Wiggins. She retired from teaching in 1985 from Desert Center Unified School District in Eagle Mountain, California. Verna married Russell E. Segelke on July 20, 1947, in Wiggins. To that union was born two children, Darlene and Danny. The family spent their early years in Wiggins, but moved to California in 1965 where Verna continued her teaching career. While living there, the family enjoyed traveling, jeeping, boating, and camping.

In 1985 Verna and Russell moved back to Wiggins, where Verna lived in the house she was born in. Not quite ready to completely retire, she started the Wiggins Courier with her daughter, Darlene. They operated the weekly paper for 10 years.

Serving her community was important to Verna. As president of the Wiggins Historical Group, she was instrumental in getting The Old Trail School renovated and on the National Register of Historic Places. She taught Sunday School and Bible School for many years at Summit Baptist Church in Wiggins. She served on the Wiggins School District Board of Directors. She was a member of the Arbor Day committee and helped encourage local businesses in Wiggins to set up planters along Main Street and Central Avenue, as well as organize the local Arbor Day celebration. She helped organize many local celebrations, including the Summer Festival, Wiggins Ag Day, and a Bicentennial celebration of the U.S. Constitution.

Verna is survived by her children Darlene (Charles) Ruyle of Wiggins and Danny (Brenda) Segelke of Round Mountain, Nevada; grandchildren and great grandchildren; Jennifer (Mike) Marquez, Anna Kay and Olivia of Kennewick Washington, Alishia (Tim) Willemse and family of Palmdale, California, Erin (Luke) Epple, Taelynn, Haedynn, and Maesynn of Wiggins, and Emily Ruyle of Denver, Colorado; and a host of nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Russell, her parents, Irma and Virgil Vance, her siblings, Phyllis Forsha, Shirley Gilliland, and Billy M. Vance.

Visitation will be a the Heer Mortuary Chapel in Fort Morgan on Monday from 2 – 4:30 PM. The funeral service will be at 1:00 PM at the Summit Baptist Church in Wiggins on Tuesday, September 29, 2020. Interment will follow in Riverside Cemetery in Fort Morgan. Family suggests memorial gifts be given to the Wiggins Historical Group, the Summit Baptist Church in Wiggins, The Arthritis Foundation or to the American Cancer Society. All memorial gifts may be sent to the Heer Mortuary.