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Show SUMMIT COUNTY NEWS PAGE A8 2, 2011 SEPTEMBER Is your home vulnerable to burglary? "People's Choice" award from the Summit County Fair Theron Gunn was presented the "People's Choice" award from the Summit County Fair this year. His painting of the "Pink Hat" was voted upon at the SC Fair where the artwork was displayed. Congratulations were given by the Summit County Council on Wednesday, Aug. 31. Obituary Dennis Ray Ricks Born Oct. 2, 1946, in Rexburg, ID, to Arthur William and Loas Marjorie (Marge) Ricks. Our beloved husband, father, papa, brother, uncle and friend, passed away in his home surround by his loving family on Aug. 24, 2011. He dedicated his life to taking care of his family, driving a semi truck, with it the many hours and days away from home, he truly enjoyed it. He loved being home and spend time with his whole family and the outdoors. He always lent his support to his children in whichever ever path they chose to live. His grandchildren are his Pride-n-Joys, he loved them all very much. He was a generous and kind hearted man, and he will be deeply missed by so many. He survived by the love of his life, Karma; his children: (Dennis A.) "Denny", Reno, NV; (Joe) and Christine, Treadwell, NY; (Hope) and Ernie, Reno, NV; (Stanley) and Brandee, Francis; (Brandy) and Warren, Kamas; (Denise) and Frank, Kamas; (Robin) and Gabby, Francis; (Dustin) and Alexis, Francis; (Paradise) Ricks, Francis. Father-in-law, Doyle P. Simmons, Francis. Brother / Sisters: (David) and Vicky Ricks, Evanston, WY; (Roy) and Lisa Ricks, Idaho Falls, ID; (Stanley) and Sherri Christensen, Temecula, CA; (Suzy) Keller, Grants Pass, OR; (Cathy) and Mikey Bridges, Reno, NV; (Dell Ray) and Sandra Priest, Shelley, ID; Mark Simmons, Francis; (Keith) and Marsha Simmons, Blackfoot, ID; (Blaine) and Leslie Simmons, Salt Lake City; (Michael) and Kay Simmons, Francis, and his 13 wonderful grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews. He is survived by his uncles, Frank Ricks, Idaho Falls, ID, and Doyle Ricks, Pocatello, ID. Preceded in death by his parents, Arthur and Marge Ricks; mother-inlaw, Mary Jean Simmons; brother, Stanley Gene Simmons; nephew, John Priest; niece, Angie Priest and niece, Nicole Ricks. Funeral Services were held Saturday, Aug. 27, at the Francis LDS Church, 387 Frontier Lane, Francis. Interment followed in the Francis Cemetery, Francis. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.olpinhoopes.com Is your home safe from burglars and thieves? Or are you courting them with obvious security lapses and poor planning when you're away? More than 2 million homes were burglarized in the United States last year alone. Moreover, more than 60 percent of all residential burglaries took place during the day, according to the Federal Bureau of Investigation. The average burglary results in a loss of more than $2000 of property, not to mention the loss of peace of mind and security when you're home. But a few simple precautions can keep your home safe while you're away: • Lock your doors and windows. Burglars usually don't have the fancy tools seen on television — pliers, screwdrivers and crowbars typically do the trick. Having strong locks on front doors, and keeping ground-level windows locked when you're not home, are two easy ways to deter the average burglar. • Make sure your home is well lit. Better yet, use motion-sensing lights that come on when movement is detected. They'll keep you from having to fumble your way to a dark door. Lights, indoors and out, should also be on a timer when you're away. • Install wireless security cameras. Motion-sensing cameras with an Internet connection allow you to monitor your home while you're away via any internet browser. For example, Panasonic's BLC210 wireless IP network cameras send an alert to your phone or computer with a photograph when body heat, audio, or motion is detected. It also allows users to view real-time video from anywhere in the world using a personalized secure web address provided for free. For more information visit panasonic. com / netcam. • Evaluate your home's surroundings. Don't inadvertently make it easy for burglars to hide. Keep landscaping neatly trimmed to eliminate hiding places around the house. And careless placement of tools in the backyard, such as ladder, can be used by the burglar to break-in. So be sure to always store tools properly and in secure locations. • Keep up appearances. Make sure to stop all newspaper deliveries and have the post office hold your mail when you are away. Also, keep your grass watered and cut, along with other landscaping if you are gone for an extended period. These simple tips and precautions should allow you to rest easier while away - and keep your home safe as well. `Fall Classes Still- tine in awing t7 'ballroom in 'Francis (Henefe- 1`beeinnine 1,1 September ibeeinnin,frA47ance E7 Competition Levels Atfes 3 throttill "No partner nee(!e() hr ballroom 'oroikway Tontines El Competition `Routines Teen tT .,Vutt Classes `Family rates 4 or more Call ioW 1,-1r rates b scheute 801-696-0900 Come to the 28th Annual FRANCIS FRONTIER DAYS Summit County is currently seeking individuals interested in performing snow removal of the parking lot and sidewalks for the Summit County Services building, 110 North Main in Kamas. Francis City Park Cs Rodeo Grounds 2317 S. Spring Hollow Road (1 mile South of Kamas) 10 Snow removal needs to be done between the hours of 7:00 A.M. and 5:00 P.M. Monday - Saturday. Also, the South Summit Ambulance building at 400 South. This facility needs to be snow free at all times. KIDS GAMES • ARTS 8c CRAFTS • BBQ HORSE PULLS • RODEO • FIREWORKS The contract will be for Nov. 1, 2011 through April 1, 2012 and Nov. 1, 2012 through April 1, 2013. Please bid as a two-year bid, include business license, proof of insurance and workers comp. Summit County will provide the ice melt for the sidewalks. Bids need to be addressed to Summit County Facilities, P.O. Box 128, Coalville, UT 84017 by September 15,2011. For more information please call 336-3098 or 783-4351 ext 3098. www.francisutah.org (435) 783-6236 Whe.r& 2012 U.S. Amateur Public Links Championship Dinner • 20 , 12 soldier hollow Wednesday, September 14, 2011 $1,000 Table • Eight guests - $125 per person • Dinner and auction -mar $1,600 Table • • • • An Evening with Johnny Miller & Billy Casper A Fundraiser in Support of the 2012 U.S. Amateur Public Links Championship, Utah's First USGA Championship Wednesday, September 14, 2011 • Soldier Hollow Clubhouse 1370 West Soldier Hollow Lane, Midway 6:30 p.m. Social and Silent Auction • 7:00 p.m. Dinner Eight guests - $200 per person Dinner and auction Eight rounds of golf at Soldier Hollow Individual donors receive: dinner, auction, one round of golf $4,000 Table • • • • • Eight guests - $500 per person Dinner and auction 16 rounds of golf at Soldier Hollow Signed commemorative poster invitation to a private reception with * Johnny Miller and Billy Casper • Individual donors receive: dinner, auction, poster, three rounds of golf and an invitation to a private reception with Johnny Miller and Billy Casper $2,400 Table Dinner Event Supporter $10,000 • • • • • • • • • Eight guests - $300 per person Dinner and auction 16 rounds of golf at Soldier Hollow Signed commemorative poster Individual donors receive: dinner, auction, poster and two rounds of golf 16 guests 24 rounds of golf at Soldier Hollow Signed commemorative poster Invitation to a private reception with * Johnny Miller and Billy Casper • Event signage at dinner • 1/4 page ad in championship program 5:00 - 6:00 p.m. - private reception with Johnny Miller and Billy Casper • 6:30 p.m. - social • 7:00 p.m. - dinner Soldier Hollow Golf Course Clubhouse - 1370 West Soldier Hollow Lane, Midway, Utah Tickets available for individuals, companies and organizations Contact Jim Harland at 801-231-3965 or Chris Newson at 435-654-7442 |