Martha “Marti” Boatman Dec. 5, 1946 — Nov. 30, 2024 Obituary December 4, 2024December 4, 20240 Martha “Marti” Boatman passed away on Nov. 30, in Hines. She was born Dec. 5, 1946, in Emmett, Idaho to George and Lois Strauchon, Marti was the third of five girls. She attended school in Cascade, Idaho. Marti became a mother for the first time in May 1970 Marti adopted her
Connie Lee Steelman 1957 – 2024 Obituary December 4, 2024December 4, 20240 It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved friend Connie Lee Steelman. Connie was born on Feb. 1, 1957 in Bozeman, Mont., to Tracy and Esther Scrimsher. She graduated from Sherman County Union High School in Rufus, Ore., in 1975 and obtained her bachelor’s degree
Michael Delos Sullivan 1944 – 2024 Obituary December 4, 2024December 4, 20240 Michael Delos Sullivan, a 1962 graduate of Burns Union High School, passed away on Nov. 26, 2024 in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. He was 80. Mike was born in Burns on Oct. 31, 1944 to Delos “Pat” Sullivan and Frances “Frankie” (Wayne) Sullivan. He was an only child. When he was three,
Jose De La Rosa 1951 – 2024 Obituary December 4, 2024December 4, 20240 Jose De La Rosa, a resident of Dilley, Texas, and a long-time member of the community in Burns, passed away on Nov. 16, 2024, after suffering a heart attack. Born on Sept. 5, 1951, in Owosso, Mich., Jose was the beloved son of Benselada De La Rosa. He was preceded in
Stanton Evan “Butch” Keefer 1940 – 2024 Obituary November 27, 2024December 4, 20240 Stanton Evan “Butch” Keefer, a loving and adventurous soul, passed away on Nov. 19, 2024. Born on Dec. 7, 1940, in Idaho Falls, Idaho, Stanton was a beacon of light, love, and laughter in the lives of everyone who knew him. With a compassionate heart and a humorous spirit, he
Helen Patton Feb. 21, 1933 – Oct. 15, 2024 Obituary November 27, 2024December 4, 20240 Helen Patton, longtime Burns resident, wife, mother, and grandmother passed away in Boise, Idaho on Oct. 15, 2024. She was 91 years young. Her family were all able to say goodbye to her and will always remember her strength, inspiration, and the significant impact she had on our lives. Helen
Keith Morris Cronin 1942 – 2024 Obituary November 20, 2024November 20, 20240 Keith Morris Cronin passed away peacefully in Ontario on Oct. 19, 2024. Keith was born in Prairie City on Aug. 25, 1942, to Thelma and Clarence Cronin. He was the youngest of five children, joining three brothers and one sister, and grew up in Drewsey. At the age of 18, he
Ronnie Dean Dawson 1974 – 2024 Obituary November 20, 2024November 20, 20240 Ronnie Dean Dawson, age 50, passed away on Oct. 27, 2024 in Burns. He was born on April 8, 1974, in Burns, to Clifford and Carol Dawson. He was a 1992 graduate of Burns High School. Ron grew up around ranching and livestock as the son of a buckaroo and kept
Eric Guthrie 1968 – 2024 Obituary November 20, 2024November 20, 20240 Eric Guthrie was born June 14, 1968 in San Jose, Calif. He passed away at his home in Burns, on Nov. 13, 2024, at the age of 56. At the age of 1, he was adopted by his parents, Eldin and Esther Guthrie and then made his home in Gresham,
And The Plot Chickens: Starting from scratch Community November 13, 2024November 13, 20240 Photo by Kellie Frank Barbara Cannady for Burns Times-Herald As the former administrator for our local Farm Service Administration office, Kellie Frank is no stranger to proposal writing. She recently used those skills to apply for a grant to expand her new business and passion, “And The Plot Chickens.” The Oregon Department of Agriculture