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Show Page A4 ZDje Cimeg-nhepenhe- Thursday, August 5, 2004 nt This stuff is so good it sells out really fast sometimes." We also supply some of the local stores and restau- rants," Tom continues, including Moab Grocery (Boomers), Daves Corner Market, Moonflower Market, Red Cliffs Lodge, Sorrel River Ranch, Bucks Grillhouse, Zaks, Smittys Steakhouse, Center Cafe I probably left someone out, but we appreciate them all. A lot of the local restaurants are under con- tract with Sysco, which has a monopoly in this business. All I can tell them is to compare our home-growwith their imported vegetables which usually dont have much taste. Clients can tell the difference. Castle Valley Farm is providing a service to the community by selling delicious mostly spray-fre- e produce, but the community supports much more than the farm by purchasing their produce, for Castle Valley Farm is an of the Day Star Adventist Academy, of which Tom is the Director. Tom also directs the Candlelight Christmas concert each year at the school, which features the academys famous chime ringers (mark your calendar for Friday, December 10th, 7:30 p.m., at the academy in Castle n the praises of Castle Valley Farm produce are (left to right) Laurie Gilmore (accountant at Day Star Adventist Academy), Elaine Fithian (visiting with her family from Reno), Beau Gilmore, Jared Fithian (in back), Alexi Gilmore, and Nick Fithian. Photo by Marjorie Miller Singing Castle Valley produce fresh from the snows of the La Sal Mountains farm in, of Castle Valley. As Tom course, of all the rundown me a gives and fruits they vegetables by Marjorie Miller 200-plus-ac- re contributing writer Castle Valley Farm tomatoes make the best salsa, and grow, his their corn is wonderful, daughter, Heidi, munches a cucum- smiles Carolyn Lema as she pays Tom Hunt for a box of tomatoes, which he then carries to her nearby car. I love it, she adds, This is my sixth batch so far this season. Tom is the Produce Manager for Castle Valley Farm, a ld ber with all the relish that teenagers usually reserve for potato chips or candy bars Heidis rosy cheeks and smile could be right which we also sell. Tom Harris is our farm manager, and Steve Ward is his assistant. Customers seem to be coming in a steady stream, and Tom stops to assist a man who appears to be a truck d good-nature- out of a Madison Avenue ad for health. good Problems with drugs and alcohol? Not sure where to turn? driver. Im out of tomatoes, he complains, and Im starting to get nervous! Everyone laughs, and the fellow leaves with a sack of colorful vegetables, all for only $2, half of which is a tip. Tom continues, The farm has been in business since 1970, and were here on the corner by Family Drug selling every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from about 9 or 10 a.m 'till we sell out, usually around 4 or 5 p m. The only Dear Stella... column compiled by a group of recovering addicts, alcoholics and survivors of domestic violence. The purpose of this column is to offer information and assistance to Moab area residents who suffer from the same addictions and situations, but prefer to remain anonymous. Please direct questions, column topics, and all other inquiries and correspondence to Dear Stella, 59 S. Main Street, Suite 132, Moab, UT 84532. Do NOT include name or return address. Dear Stella is a Q&A v. u. r sr ? S v - - O reason were not at the Farmers Market is because were Seventh Day Adventist I, WHEN YOU i tp i OUIT WORKING, MAKE SURE YOUR MONEY DOESNT. v m ; 4 $ n 4? i 3 4 ? 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We grind the wheat and make our own bread, 24 hi' t and our Sabbath is on Saturday, but we completely support what theyre doing And we really appreciate Mike Gorman for letting us setup in front of his drug store This really helps us. Heidi adds, And Poplar Place gives us free ice water, which is really nice when its hot Another truck goes by (Tom says hes counted an average of one every 30 seconds), and a pickup pulls over by the stand. Its Bill Bowker, guide for Mild to Wild Rafting, wanting produce for an overnight trip. Our clients ask how we get our tomatoes so sweet, he says, and I tell them it's locally grown produce, not the stuff coming from California or Mexico that looks nice but tastes like cardboard They like knowing their food is really fresh, picked that very day Bill selects a sizable assortment of corn, tomatoes, and green peppers, then adds, But if you snooze, you lose. Orthopedic Surgery in Moab! Allen Memorial Hospital is proud to annouce the addition of a Board Certified Orthopedic Surgeon to their staff. Dr. Robert Kloepper received his degree at Harvard University. He comes with much experience and knowledge. His specialty will provide the community with the option of staying in Moab for such conditions and surgeries as: Sports Medicine Fracture Care Joint Pain and Arthritis Carpal Tunnel Orthopedics is the branch of medicine that is concerned with the prevention and correction of disorders of the skeleton, muscles, joints and related Canyonlands Medical Center 630 West 400 North Moab, Utah (435) Carla Garlett, Clinic Coordinator 259-002- 2 ad-jun- ct Valley). continues, We have 17 acres of com, and we froze over 100 gallons for the school this year. We make all our own salsa, and we have an acre of potatoes, which supplies all our school needs. The farm is tied closely to the school and Tom provides an industry that helps support it, but it also helps us instill a work ethic in our students. Agriculture is an important part of our lives, and its a vocation thats beginning to disappear across the country. Its a type of work thats also a blessing. Day Star Academy hosts about 20 students each year from all over the U.S., and the student curriculum includes a work experience program. Students can do a variety of things, from helphigh-scho- ol ing with maintenance and building to working on the farm hoeing weeds and picking produce. Toms daughter Heidi, for example, is spending this summer working eight hours a day on the farm in exchange for part of her school tuition. Her job can be hard (hoeing and picking), but it also has many perks, which include getting to meet tourists at the produce stand and, of course, an endless supply of fresh vegetables (shes now munching a tomato). Heidi is one of three students spending their summers working on the farm (Rebecca Harris and Sarah Ward are the other two). The farm also has two passport workers from Mexico, Noe and Jose (pronounced No way Jose), who are working in exchange for their room and board and English lessons. Its a win-wi- n situation for everyone. Finally, when asked the secret of Castle Valley Farms wonderful produce, especially the sweet tomatoes, Tom smiles, looks around a bit and answers, Its the water. All our irrigation water comes straight from the flanks ofthe La Sal Moun- tains. Try to match that, CARD OF THANKS The Family of Helen Carter would like to express our heartfelt thanks for all the kindness shown to us. Thank you for the calls, visits, flowers and food. Thank you to our extended family and friends whose love and support helped us make it through the past week. A special thanks to the Community Church and those lovely ladies for the luncheon and Larry Turpen of Spanish Valley Mortuary for his kind service. Russ Carter, J.R., George, Ann and families - Obituaries Ralph G. Marksberry died July 30, 2004 Ralph Guy Marksberry, husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfathe- r, and friend, coffee to a on connoisseur, passed kinder place on July 30, 2004. Ralph was born in Red Star, Ark., May 30,1925. His childhood was spent in Pea Green, Colo. From there, he embarked on many adventures, including a tour of the South Pacific during World War II, before finally settling in Moab in the early sixties to raise his family. Ralph was a Seventh Calvary soldier, who fought with integrity throughout his entire life. His hands were as strong as steel, yet possessed a gentle magic in his garden and with those he loved. He was a simple man with a beautiful loving heart. His many words of wisdom will echo in the valley as his legacy lives on in the hearts of his friends and family. He will be remembered as a sarcastic who cajoled those he loved best and storyteller, old-time- as a hero whose last battle has finally ended. He is survived by his wife Madge Marksberry, his children Denice Hoffman and Mark Marksberry, his grand- children Heather Caudill, Meghan Ventling, Ben Hoffman and Tess Marksberry, his Jason en great-grandchildr- Mecham, Kayden Mecham, Corbin Mecham and Madison Caudill, as well as his two remaining siblings Dorothy Armour and Edith Embry. r, Service set August 5 for Stephen J. Cannistraci Stephen James Cannis- traci succumbed to lifes challenges on July 31, 2004 at home in Grand County, Utah. Stephen was born July 7, 1937 to Valeria R. Sparks and Stephen A. Cannistraci in St. George, Utah. An exemplary student, he attended Grand County High School, where he maintained a 4.0 average and was named a student of the month. He participated in wrestling, placing in the State Tournament; he helped at the Youth Garden Project; enjoyed skate boarding, rock climbing, river rafting, bicycling, fishing, riding motorcycles and especially spending time with his brothers and friends. He excelled at work, attaining the Rookie of the Year award at Sorrel River Ranch Resort. He was the assistant Scoutmaster to troop 1616 in Castle Valley. Steve leaves behind his parents: stepmom Tara Keele; brothers and sisters: Kristin, and all his friends will miss him greatly. Services are as follows: viewing Wednesday, Auguai 4, 9 p.m.- at Moab 7-- - Memorial Mortuary; service, Thursday, August 5, 11:00 a.m. at Sorrel River Ranch Resort; viewing, Thursday, August 5, 9 p.m. at Mitchell Funeral Home in Price; graveside service, Friday, August 6, 11:00 a.m., Valley View Cemetery, Sunnyside, Utah In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to the Youth Garden Project. 7-- Whidh WbfnUJTK! Colten, Brandon, William, Michael, Jimmy, Dakota; grandparents: Larry and Sandi Keele, LuJean and f Duane Hunt; Ardith Lampshire, Virgil and Marie Keele; aunt and uncle: Bree and Troy Urbalejo; and many cousins and other relations. Stephen strove for excellence and achieved it in everything he did. Mom and Dad r Personal Service great-grandparent- s: with Honesty & Respect Funerals Direct Burials Cremation Grave Markers out-of-sta- te 435-259-94- 41 F Locust Lane Moab, Utah 84532 Don W Palmer & Kyle Ktmmerle Under New Ownership The Cottage Floral & Gifts is pleased to announce it is now under the ownership of Designs by Kathy. We look forward to providing the same great quality flowers, plants, rentals, and FTD Wire Service. 75 N. 300 E. New Hours: 9:30-5:3- 259-708- 0 0 or 260-217- Mon.-Fr- i. 2 9-- Major Credit Cards Accepted 1 Sat. j "Our sincere thanks to everyone who let us fill their floral needs these last three years." 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