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Show Page 10 The Ogden Valley news Volume XIV Issue XV May 15, 2007 Announcements (cont. from page 9) Obituaries Lake, a Naval Ordinance Test Station in the Mojave Desert where Betty stepped up to help with a critical teacher shortage. Here she discovered her lifelong passion—educating and inspiring students and her fellow teachers. Her inquisitive nature, magnificent intellectual abilities, and desire to uplift and encourage others placed her on a path of excellence that directed her life. Moving to Utah, Betty taught elementary school in the Granite and Weber School Districts. Betty’s focus was in math and Special Education. She was named “Teacher of the Year” at both Burch Creek and Marlon Hills Elementary Schools. She completed a Masters Degree in Elementary Education from Utah State University and received a Doctorate in Education in Elementary Curriculum and Instruction from Brigham Young University. She was the first woman educator in the Weber School District to obtain her doctorate. In 1977, Betty became a principal, serving at Burch Creek, Roosevelt, and Municipal Elementary Schools. Dr. Nowak was adored by students, parents, and especially teachers who blossomed under her encouragement and mentoring. She co-authored and directed district wide math programs for elementary school children and supported the Spelling Bee and Learning Tree Programs. She served for over five years as an Adjunct Professor for Weber State University where she delighted in coaching and nurturing student teachers. She was a member of the National, Utah, and Weber Education Associations, National Council of Teachers of English and Mathematics, Phi Delta Kappa, Alpha Delta Kappa, and Pi Gamma Mu. She was on the boards and served as an officer of the McKay-Dee Hospital Women’s Council, McKay-Dee Foundation, Union Station Development Corporation, Weber School District Foundation, Weber and McKay-Dee Credit Unions, Chapter AA of PEO, Order of Eastern Star, Daughter’s of the Nile, and the First Presbyterian Church where she had served as an elder and sang in the choir. Betty’s passion was teaching and giving back whenever and wherever she could. She was loved and respected by all who knew her. She was forever gracious, ladylike, refined, soft spoken, and attentive to the needs of others. She was the precious “Betty Boop” to her beloved Hank and a wonderful role model and inspiration to her daughters and grandchildren. She was humble in her accomplishments and always quick to express her appreciation of others. She often told us that we were “dearly loved,” and we knew she meant it. Dr. Betty Adams Nowak is survived by her three daughters; Jeanne (Alan) Hall, Michelle (Richard) Evans, and Patti (Scott) Syme. She also leaves behind fourteen grandchildren and their spouses (who were equally beloved grandchildren): Aaron (Kim), Laura (Matt), Adam (Annette), Eric (Cami), Christian (Emily), Megan, Matthew (Aubrey), Amanda (Shaye), Andrea (Devon), Charlotte, Alyssa (Ben), Bryant, Crysta, and Dayton. She has fifteen great grandchildren; Allie, Zachary, Bode, Morgan, Aubrey, Shelby, Cole, Avery, Lily, Luke, Corbin, Nikolas, Vaughn, Esther, Lucy, and others on their way. She is also survived by her brother, William Edgar (Maxwell) Adams; and many beloved nieces, nephews, and other family members. She was preceded in death by her adoring husband. Her family expresses sincere thanks to her beloved caregiver, Melanie Rivers. We also are grateful to Julie, Patricia, and Annette from Access Hospice; and Dr. Glen Biddulph. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to The Dr. Betty Adams Nowak Education Scholarship at Weber State University. A viewing was held at The First Presbyterian Church, Ogden 880 28th Street, beginning at 1:30 p.m. on Tuesday, May 8, 2007. The funeral services under the directions of Dr. Rick Minnich, were held at the church at 3 p.m. Following her desire for cremation, her remains will be interred with those of her sweetheart at Leavitt’s Aultorest Memorial Park. Thank you Dad for coming to get your precious Betty Boop. She missed you so! We love both of you eternally. Funeral Directors Leavitt’s Mortuary. Online condolences may be sent to the family at <www.leavittsmortuary.com> Small Business Administration Honors Zions Bank as “Export Lender of the Year” Zions Bank has been named by the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) as “2006 Export Lender of the Year” for its efforts in financing small business exporters. The award was presented to Zions Bank by the SBA at a reception in Washington, D.C. as part of National Small Business Week. Only one other bank in the nation will be honored as an “Export Lender of the Year.” “As commerce becomes increasingly global, Zions Bank is working to support its small business clients in Utah and Idaho as they expand into foreign markets. We’re proud to receive this honor from the SBA because we’re proud to help fund the international entrepreneurs who help build the economies of Idaho and Utah and create jobs,” said Anderson. Last year, Utah exports exceeded $6 billion, according to World Trade Center Utah. More than 2,100 Utah companies export their goods internationally, and 83 percent of those are small and medium-size businesses. In Idaho, 2005 exports exceeded $3.2 billion, according to Idaho Commerce and Labor, International Business Division. In addition, more than 50,000 Idaho jobs—nearly 10 percent—are linked to exports. In addition to its national recognition as an export lender, Zions Bank will also be honored as “Lender of the Year” by the SBA’s Utah District at an April 30 luncheon in Salt Lake City. Zions Bank has previously received several SBA recognitions, including Region VIII “Financial Services Champion of the Year” in 2005 and the designation as one of the top “Ten Outstanding SBA Lenders” from across the U.S. in 2004. Zions has also been the Utah District’s top 7(a) SBA lender for the past 13 consecutive years, and has been the top SBA lender in Idaho’s Boise District for the past five consecutive years. As a resource to small businesses interested in exporting, Zions Bank will host its sixth annual International Trade and Business Conference on May 22 at the Little America Hotel in Salt Lake City. John R. Bolton, former U.S. ambassador to the United Nations, will be the keynote speaker. Business executives and entrepreneurs who attend the conference will learn about opportunities for expansion in dynamic foreign markets, particularly in India and Canada. The cost of the event is $30 and registration is online at <www.tradeconference.zionsbank.com> Zions Bank, a subsidiary of Zions Bancorporation (Nasdaq: ZION), operates 136 full-service branches and nearly 200 ATMs throughout Utah and Idaho. Additional information on Zions Bank is available at <www. zionsbank.com> Employed? Unemployed? Unhappily Employed? By Laura Warburton If you are unemployed, unhappily employed, or even gainfully employed, the LDS Employment Resource Center may be the answer for you. Not LDS? Doesn’t matter. Afraid they will strap you in a chair and try and convert you? Won’t happen. The LDS Employment Resource Center is a worldwide center designed specifically to help anyone become self reliant. Are you 16 and just getting ready to enter the work field and are scared to death to interview or fill out an application form? Maybe you already have a job. Maybe you even have two jobs. Doesn’t matter. The LDS Employment Resource Center is equipped to help you find a better paying job, Deceased find what career that may make you happier, or Brandon James Andersen, 33, died April 21 offer help on becoming self-employed. Richard Vunder, the Ogden-Centerville Group Manager, shared this personal story Ruby Murakami, 93, died May 2, 2007. about a friend of his who lives in California. “While I was managing a center in California, Ruth H. Owen, 81, died May 3, 2007. a friend approached me. I was shocked because Marjorie C. Saunders, 72, died May 5, he was a very successful land developer. He expressed his appreciation for his profession 2007. and the money it had brought his family; howElna J. Pinkham Braithwaite, 83, died ever, sadly, he was extremely unfulfilled and unhappy. I invited him to come down to the May 5, 2007. center and fill out an employment evaluation Donald Jay Gibby, 65, died May 6, 2007. sheet. I explained this form might help us focus on what he might better enjoy doing. Well, to Lynn Boyd Stimpson, 60, died May 7, make a long story short, we found his passion— teaching. A few weeks and several phone calls 2007. later, he began teaching 3rd grade. He is now very happy with his job and his life.” Mr. Vunder continues, “I’ve seen many individuals go through this process. It seems to me that when a person isn’t happy with what they do on a day to day basis or are not making enough to meet their needs, it negatively affects every aspect of their lives. The problem is that sometimes people simply don’t know what they want to do, how to do what they love, or how to obtain more money. That’s where we can help. We have wonderful programs and many trained coaches ready to help people get to where they truly want to be—happily self reliant.” The Resource center has two professionally taught Career Workshops. One is geared towards being an employee; the other is geared towards being self employed. They are offered on a regular basis. They’re available both in day sessions or night sessions for your convenience. Many useful skills are taught in these workshops such as how to interview, how to create a resume, and, my favorite, 30 second power statements to use during an introduction. The workshop is jammed packed with powerful ideas sure to help any willing person improve their situation. Other services include a worldwide database of job listings offering a wide range of positions including high paying professional positions. These jobs are accessible via any computer at <www.ldsjobs.org> If you are an employer, call the office directly and they will lead you through a step by step process to list your employment needs on line. Immediately listing your needs on line followed up by working with one of the resource counselors at the center, your positions will likely be filled quickly with qualified employees at no cost to you! Mr. Vunder states emphatically, “We have several highly skilled individuals waiting to help the next individual who calls or steps through our doors. Our job is to help you achieve career self reliance through employment, education, and or self-employment. We have many in-house resources as well as other quality resources throughout the community to achieve your goals. Please, let us help you. And please remember, all files are kept confidential, and all services are free of charge.” For more information call the Ogden office located at 1525 Lincoln Ave., Ogden; or call 801394-8801. 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