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Show Former resident honored in Utah Vietnam Memorial father finally succeeded in having him sent home, over Jim, Jr.s, objections. He tried to get his father to go home instead. "The inscription on the Seabee Museum in Port Hueneme, CA, best describes my fathers life," young Miller said. It says, "Life is no life for he that dare not die and death is no death for he who has not lived." Moves to Fairview Jim, Sr., was discharged and moved to Fairview where his mother, Sylvia Miller, and sister and her husband, Betty and Earl Ramsey, and Maddex cousins by Betty Ramsey SALT LAKE CIT- Y- The name of former Fairview resident James R. Miller, Sr., has been added to the Utah Vietnam Me' morial. In ceremonies Sept. 10 near the State Capitol, 18 new names were added.- Son, James R. Miller, Jr., wife, Kelly; a sister, Betty Ramsey; and two of her grandchildren, Pete and Rebecca Ramsey of Fairview; and a cousin, Fred Maddex of Washington attended. The main speaker was Lew Ross, recipient of the Legion of Merit with Valor for his Vietnam service, a member of the Disabled American Veterans and Vice Chairman of the National Vietnam Veterans Coalition. His topic was "The Vietnam War: Their Honorable Service." Laying of a memorial wreath was by Donald G. Reavly and the dedicatory prayer was by Chaplain (Col. Ret.) Arch O. Egbert. nine-mon- larger-than-li- fe lived. He married Genevieve Nielson Marshall and continued to work as a heavy equipment oper- , Son tells of life James Miller, Jr,, a police detective from Silverton, OR, who served with his father in the Navy Seabees, told of his dads service and said his father is to the greatest him, personally, hero of the Vietnam War. "He enlisted not to fight for his country, not to help the oppressed people of Vietnam, although he did both, but out of love for his son who had just completed a tour in Vietnam and was leaving the U.S. for his second tour." Young Miller said, "By military rules, if my dad was in Vietnam, I would not have to go again." He said his father, "knowing full well the consequences of his actions, made a conscientious decision that he would risk the perils of war so his son would have an opportunity to live a full life, something " he, himself, was not to enjoy. Vietnam duty The senior Miller served his first tour in 1968 at Phu Bai and Can Tho. He returned in 1969 for a deployment with a Seabee team in the Pacification program in the Kong Delta. During his service, according to government records, he was in near proximity to ovpr 600 Agent Orange sprayings. .. The two were, there together once and Jim Miller, Jr., was on his third tour of duty when his nine-mon- Barry R. Jones, 18; Gary L. Chamberlain, 21; Timothy M. Treweek, 24; Ronald G. King, 27; Curtis H. Ransdell, 22; and Robert J. Basham, Jr., 19. The University of Utah ROTC posted and retired the colors, and Gold Star Mothers and family members of the honorees unveiled the memorial plaques. In addition to the names of those killed in Vietnam, or who died as a result of the war, the memorial includes a bronze statue by Clyde Ross Morgan, a Marine sergeant who served in Danang, Vietnam, in 1966. It is located on the west side of the State Capitol building. th th ator for the rest of his life on such projects as building roads on the east and west mountains, making railroad beds for the coal mines, and assisting when floods from Cottonwood Creek threatened to flood Fairview. He also drove a logging truck for Hansen Lumber. In 1984, he and his wife moved to Missouri but in May 1986 he contracted a cancer, typical of Agent Orange, and they returned to Fairview where he died July 12, 1986, at the age of 57. His widow died seven months later. He and his first wife, Sophie, are the parents of four children, James, Jr., and Petra Miller, and William Miller of California. They have three grandsons. A daughter, Cheryl, died in a 1970 auto accident in California. Other Utahns added in ceremonies which included a helicopy ter missing-ma- n formation Utah the National by Army Guard were: Edison O.. Harkins, age 21; Ross M. Bee, 20; Leroy P. Bohrer, 39; G. Douglas Alvey, 27; Larry Grace, 19; Steven M. Connell, 21; and Larry I Broadhead, 25. Family members also spoke of P. Joe Lacey III, 23; E. Frank Blackburn, 22; Bennie L. Fryer, 27; Jimmie C. Scrogum, Sr., 22; fly-b- Sister Tina AUred, daughter of Phillip and Susan Allred of Fountain Green, will return from serving in the Pennsylvania Harrisburg LDS Mission on Friday, Sept. 23. She will speak in the Fountain Green First Ward on Sept. 25 at 10:45 a.m. Crib corner FTN GREE- N- Jeffrey and Michelle Walker announce the birth of a son on Sept. 12, 1994, at Utah Valley Regional Medical Center. Grandparents are Clark and Diane Walker, Fountain Green, and Duane and Linda Marsh, Grand Junction, CO. are Karl and Delma Webb of Lehi, Grace Williams of Bountiful, Gordon Marsh of Manti and Sylvia Mae Walker of Wellsville. Great-grandpare- NSHS The Pyramid - Page Three 94 mUSlCfll CRStS PLEASAN- T- North Cox, Benji Cox, Kris Ann Cox, High School recently Laron Crosland, Jan Dyches, Ben Dyches, Elizabeth Dyches, posted its cast for the 1994 musiBen Eicher, Trudi Ewell, cal production of "South Pacific" Leah Freeman, Josh Greenman, slated for November 18 and 19. Lead parts are listed as folAngela Hales, Elizabeth Hall, lows: Katie Bench as Bloody Emily Hilton, Becky Hooper, Mary, Ryan Buttars as Joe Cable, Jenifer Howell, Corinne Jacob, Luciene Christensen as Nellie, Valerie Jensen, Amy Johansen, Elizabeth Eicher as Billis, Barrett Rachel Justesen, Esther Justesen, Hilton as Emile de Becque, the Kara King, Kris King, Frenchman, and Yuko Yokoyama Daisy Lamb, Susan Leavitt, as Liat, the Polynesian girl. Reagan Lembke, Jason LivingsLaura Elmer will be the stage ton, Holly Lusty, Kevin Madsen, manager, with Melanie Eldridge Nathan Marx, Tabitha Merrill, Michael Monsen, Michael Mordoing choreography; music direction by Craig Clark and Susan gan, Melissa Mower, Johnny Rasmussen directing. Navarrete, Alissa Nielsen, Tamie Other cast members are as Nielsen, Jared Nielson, Sydnie follows: Sam Allred, Jason Oldroyd Drew Anderson, Shannon Rachel Pate, Joshua RasmusBonnie Bailey, John sen, Len Rawlings, Jenny Rose, Bailey, Bangerter, Julie Beane, Russel Kimberly Shelley, Hudson Smith, Beck, Blake Bench, Kirk Benge, Mickell Sorensen, Jacob SorenJohn Bradley, Katie Brown, Jenni sen, Josh Sorensen, Sara String-haAmber Sunderland, Amy Burningham, Connie Canfield, Bobby Christensen, Thompson, Steven Watson and Jeanine Christensen, Aaron Natasha Way. Cloward, Kathrine Collard, Isaac Collard, Rebecca Cook, Jeanne Cook, Joseph Cook, Doug Cook, Emilee Cox, Elissa Cox, Jamie MT. Sanpete d, Emily Bench, daughter of Dr. Steven and Karla Bench of Moroni, recently received her Young Womanhood Recognition Award in the Moroni First LDS Ward. Grandparents are Margaret Bench of Fairview, and Jay and Lois Blackham of Moroni. OOooooOO OHAPPY SWEET O Fairview seniors IfaTH FAIRVIEW A special program is slated for the Senior Citizens treat night on Wednesday, Sept. 28, 6 p.m., at the Center, to which the public is welcome. Historic architect Kim Hyatt and State Historic Preservation Office representative Roger Roper will present a slide show, informing those in attendance of the historical value of some of our homes and other interesting things theyve found. They will also answer tions on care, preservation, cial and other concerns. 13-m- an - " All-re- fast-movi- Others honored September 21, 1994 quesfinan- o o Sept. 25, 01494 ft o OOooooOO OO ... NEW OWNERSHIP! . Heritage Management, a Nursing Home Utah-base- d Company, proudly announces its commitment to Canyon Hills Health Care Center, a facility ofexcellence serving Juab and Sanpete counties. Tips On Dealing With Flu CANYON HILLS HEALTH CARE CENTER, NEPHI The flu season is rapidly approacing. Whether it hits with a name like the Asian flu or the swine flu, influenza-- by be a serious illness. The any name-c- an flu can often lead to more severe complications, resullingin hospitalization or even death. Here are a few tips to help prepare you for the flu season: The flu season typically runs from late December through early March. Flu and cold symptoms are similar, but the flu is usually more intense and lasts longer. Ahigh fever, sore throat, congestion, and cough are the most typical symptoms of the flu. The virus that causes influenza is transmitted through direct contact or through the air. Exercise, proper diet and plenty of rest will lessen your chances of catching the flu. A vaccine is available to prevent or reduce the severity of flu symptoms, Vaccinations should be received early in the flu season, preferable in October or November each year. Children under 9 who have not been vaccinated previously should receive 2 doses at least 1 month apart to maximize the effect of the vaccine High-ris- k groups include: Persons 6$ years old and older; residents of nursing homes and other medical facilities; adults and children who suffer from respiratory or heart disorders; anyone suffering diabetes. Serious complications, including pneumonia and even death, can occur during a flu epidemic. Ifflu symptoms persist, consult your physician or health 1 For more information about flu vaccines ask your pharmacist. skylTne PHARMACY 1 Garcf of rJans ' W. Main, Mt. Pleasant 462-243- 4 Canyon Hills Health Care Center is an attractd ive, contemporary facility offering both skilled and intermediate levels ofcare. It is certified for Medicare, Medicaid, and KA. benefits. We provide convalescing, restorative and rehabilitative services. Our facility is located near Central Valley Medical Center, and is an important part of our proud community. We strive to create an atmosphere that is pleasant and enriching for our patients to help maintain quality oflife through physical, mental, social and spiritual activity. 80-be- 1 wish to express my thanks to my family , relatives and friends from Fairview and Milburn. Special thanks to friends from Fountain Green and to those who sent cards, flowers, and phone calls which made my 90th birthday a happy occasion. Fern Robertsen The dove signifies peace, love and light. Ve believe it represents us, our facility and our services. We strive for peace , for love with dignity and to bring light and sunshine to each one we serve. Professional Services Registered physical, occupational and speech therapist I.V. Certified Nurses R.N. or L.P.N. on Duty 24 Hours SHE'S HIT HER PRIME care professional. . The name of former Fairview resident James R. Miller, Sr., was among 18 added to the Utah Vietnam Memorial on Sept. 10. National Vietnam Veterans Coalition Vice President Lew Ross (left) was in charge of the ceremony. Attending were Millers sister, Betty Ramsey of Fairview, who initiated the process, and James R. Miller, Jr., who served with his father in Vietnam and spoke in his behalf. HELL ITS Clinical Social Worker Social Service Aide Certified Dietician Certified Nurses Aides Licensed Food Service Supervisor Therapeutic Recreational Technician Short Term Rehabilitation Long Term Nursin AB&VT TIME I.V. Therapy Provides I.V. Antibiotics Central Line Care Lmt: Lmrry, Sfmiim, Sherri Residential, Respite Daycare Supervision Connie HAPPY BIRTHDAY Pain Management FluidElectrolyte Replacement Total Parenteral Nutrition Special Alzheimers Unit For Problematic Dementia Canyon Hills Health Care Center 1 1100 North 400 East Nephi . 623-172- |