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Show tmu Emery County Progress Castle Dale, Utah Tuesday April 1 7. 2001 r 7B OBITUARIES Richard Brown - Richard (Dick) Brown, age 85, died April 9, 2001 in Price. He was born June 26, 1915 in PRICE Wood, S. Dak., to Joseph B. and Veda Redmond Brown and the family later moved to Farmington, N.M. After his graduation from high school, he attended Arizona State University and on Sept. 14, 1940 he married Maty Frances Wiekoff in Gallup, N.M. Member of the Price United Methodist Church. His greatest love in life was for his family and his work. In 1944 Dick moved to Carbon County and began working as a mechanic for Standard, Wayne and Hansen Motor Companies and later retired from Kraync Motor Company. He is survived by his lovingwife of (KJ years, Frances Brown, Price; daughter and spouse, Edith and Terry Simmonds, Ixwiston; grandson, Jordan Simmonds, Lewiston; and brother, Maurice and Betty Brown, Sacramento. He was preceded in death by parents. Funeral services w ere Thursday,. April 12, Mitchell Funeral Home in Price. Interment at the Price City Cemetery. Iva Jensen DUP News The Daughter of the Utah Pioneers, Old Mill Camp in Ferron, spent a month on their recent service project benefitting the Emery County Care and Rehabilitation Center in Ferron. Many lap quilts, pillowcases, and crocheted hangers were made and then donated for the residents use. The items were accepted by (pictured front, left to right): Maureen Copatch, of laundry department; Tracy Feuers, the recreation therapist; and (back row far right) Bryan Erickson, center administrator. DUP members (left to right) Cleon Killpack, Laverna Peterson, Doris Lindsay, and Irene Williams. ELMO - Our beloved Iva Be. Jensen passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by her loving family April 14, 2001. She was born Sept. 23, 1927 in Bluebell, to Isaac Wilford and Edna Pearl Roper Bird. She married Alvin E. Ike Jensen on Jan. 26, 1946 in Bluebell. She is survived by children, Charlotte Edna (Fred) Tubbs, Glendale, Ariz.; Bonnie J. (Michael) Day, Elmo; 16 grandchildren, 10 great- grandchildren; Child abuse happens everywhere By TERRY WILUS In rural close knit communities it is hard to accept that there are children that are subjected to child abuse. As we follow stories that appear in the media is easy to believe that it only happens in other areas. But the sad fact is that child abuse happens even here in the Emery and Carbon County area. The fact is that child abuse crosses all groups and it is a community issue. There are many factors that can contribute to child abuser .Drug and social-econom- ic alcohol abuse, stress within the family, poor parenting skills, and having a child with a physical or medical disability are just a few of the contributing factors. Physical abuse can be the easiest abuse to identify because it can leave clear evidence. However it can be difficult to always identify the difference between a child who has been hurt by a parent or care giver and a child who may be accident prone. We never want to accuse parents of abuse when it is not there, but missing the signs of abuse may be more devastating. Often people will tell others, I think that child is being abused, but Im not sure so I dont want to get the parents in trouble. You do not need to prove or be sure. Utah State Mandatory reporting law states Whenever any person.... has reason to believe that a child has been subjected to incest, molestation, sexual exploitation, sexual abuse, physical abuse, or neglect, or w'ho observes a child being subjected to conditions or circumstances which would result in (this abuse) he shall immediately notify the nearest peace officer, law enforcement agency, or office of the Division of Child and Family Services (DCFS). Reporting suspected child abuse is a way of getting intervention services to a family that needs help. Most reported cases of child abuse do not result in children being removed from the home. The earlier intervention occurs, the more successful the outcome can be. The goal is to keep kids safe and assist families through the difficulties that have lead to the parent losing control. A family that feels isolated from the community has a higher risk for the stresses that lead to child abuse. The same rural char acteristics that give us a good quality of life can also contribute to feelings of isolation. Distance between houses, limited employment opportunities, pressures of takingcare of extended family, and not being part of the main social culture. All these factors exist in our community. Signs of physical abuse in children to watch for may include many of the following indicators. A child who wears long sleeve clothing when the weather is very hot. Bruises that are shaped like the object that struck them- - belt buckles, flyswatter handles, sticks and hands. Bruising on the face, hand prints around the arms or multiple bruising on the back or buttocks. A child who is evasive about how an injury occurred or whose story doesnt match the injury. Multiple cigarette burns, burns in the shape of a stove burner, iron or multiple curling iron burns may be suspicious. Also burns on the hands, feet or lower body that have a clear and definite edge to them that may suggest the child was held in scalding water for a punishment. Also a parent failing to seek medical care for an injury to a child that most reasonable parents would seek care for. As parents we fear that someone will think we are abusing our children if one of them goes through a stretch where they suddenly have several accidents in a row. Normal childhood injuries will include multiple bruising on the shins, forearms and forehead. Broken bones are common in children and shouldnt attract suspicion unless the type of break doesnt fit with the activity that was supposed to have caused it (an infant that cannot roll over yet will not fall down stairs on their own). If you are a parent that is worried that you are going too far in your discipline or are losing control-see- k out help. The schools, Four Corners Men- tal Health, Head Start, the Family Support Center, or Family Services can provide you with information on parenting classes in your area. If you know of a family that needs help, call DCFS or law enforcement and express your concerns so the family can get help. The local DCFS office can be reached at (Willis is the director of the Fam381-473- 0. ily Support and Childrens Justice Center.) of modern medicine has been the development of vaccines to ward off infectious diseases, especially childhood diseases. Childhood immunization coverage in the United States is at a record dishigh while low levels. The eases are at all-tidis- level of vaccine-preventabvaccine-preventab- le le eases, such as diphtheria, measles and polio, has been reduced by at least 97 percent since the introduction of vaccines. But much remains to be done, and the need is great. Nearly 1 million children are still not fully immunized, putting them at risk for serious illness or even death. Each year, National Infant Immu nization Week highlights the importance of immunization of children younger than 24 months. NIIW, which will be observed April 22 to 27, is a time to remind parents that immunization is the best protection for their children. Measles, whooping cough, diphtheria, rubella and polio - diseases that just a few years ago caused tremendous suffering and death - still circulate in the United States and in many other parts of the world. They can return with devastating conse- quences if immunization coverage rates are allowed to fall. Immunizations are extremely safe, thanks to advancements in medical research and ongoing review by doctors, researchers and public health officials. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention points out that children are far more likely to be harmed by serious infectious diseases than by immunization. Observance of what wras to become NIIW initially occurred in 1993. Over a week long period, 64 activities and special events drew attention to the need for childhood immunization. The next year, President Clinton, Vice President Gore and other prominent officials launched NIIW and established it as an annual event. The number of special activities and observances has increased nearly tenfold since NIIW began. There are now about 500 events Friends may call for visitation at Fausett Mortuary in Price Tuesday, April 17, 6 to 8 p.m. Sendees will be Wednesday, April 18, at the held around the country during the week. The main goal of NIIW is to make parents and caregivers aware of the need to protect their babies against 11 vaccine-preventab- diseases le and to encourage better communication among parents, caregivers and their primary healthcare provider. Every community can play a vital role in protecting its children from diseases. with and government Partnerships organizations vaccine-preventabl- e have proven especially effective. Fbr more information, call CDCs in English, hotline in Spanish - or visit www.cdc.govnip. (NUI) Elmo LDS Chapel at 1 1 a.m., with a vievvingone hour prior to services. Interment in the Cleveland Cemetery; under the direction of Fausett Mortuary; Jeannette Wilcox GREEN RIVER - Our loving angel of light, Jeannette Marie Wilcox, passed away peacefully after a courageous battle with cancer on April 14, 2001. She was born April 18, 1932 to Marcos Mike and Marie Auphand Fidell in SpringGlen. Jeannette met her soul mate Don Wilcox and they were married Aug. 26, 1953., Together they built their Tavaputs Pla- teau Ranch, raising cattle, sharing their ranching life with guests and hunters from around the world. Her Dude Food Cookbook is a result of all who passed through her kitchen. Jeannette also enjoyed her home on the bank of the Green River where she raised her children and cherished her grandchildren. Some of her many pleasures were tending to her sheep, Pronto her guard dog, and growing a beautiful rose garden. She is survived by her husband, Don, her loving daughter, Jeanie and Butch Jensen; supportive beloved sons, Jim and Jon Wilcox. Her grandchildren that knew her as Non are Tate and Jennie, Emilie and Jesse, and Taylor Rose. She is son-in-la- Immunizations keep your baby healthy One of the great success stories six sisters, Ida, Joyce, Grace, Diantha. Judith and Telitha; and brother, Wilford. She w as preceded in death by parents; husband; one sister and one Chet Oviatt HUNTINGTON - Chet Byron Oviatt passed away suddenly from a heart attack on April 12,2001. He was born Jan. 8, 1950. He married Debra Jean Tuckeron May 19, 1973. He worked at the Deer Creek mine and several construction jobs. There were not very many things Chet couldnt do. He wras loved by everyone who met him. He will be remembered for his kindness and the willingness to be there when ' BERNIET. MORRIS T MONUMENTS Will beat any quote in UT or CO 45 West 1st North, Price, UT LocaHo2years 637-440- 0. Happy Birthday April 17, 1985 also survived by brother, Ivan Fidell and wife, Karen; brother-in-laWaldo Wilcox; and wife Julie; numerous nieces and nephews; and a multitude of great friends. Special thanks to Dr. Max Morgan and Sherry King, Jeannette's angel. At Jeannetts request, there will be no services. In lieu of flowers, please send contributions to the Shrincrs Children Hospital, Fairfax Avenue and Virginia Street, Salt Lake Cit v, Utah 84103. anyone needed him. He is survived by wife, Debra: son, JB Oviatt; and other family members who loved him greatly. He was preceded in death by two sons; father; and several other family members. Funeral services were Monday, April 16 at the Huntington LDS Stake Center, 11 a.m. Interment in the Cleveland City Cemetery under the direction of Fausett Mortuary Castle Dale. BUNDERSON Monument & Vault DISPLAY ON MAIN ST. Castle Dale 381-51.- 92 or 38 A Special! 9itanfe Qjou We would like to thank our family, friends, and relatives for their many prayers, phone calls and visits during Ralphs recent illness. We would also like to acknowledge with Its been years since this baby was born. So drivers and pedestrians consider 16 yourselves warned! RLEYT AYK! gratitude the Transitional Care Center, Castleview Hospital staff, doctors, nurses and therapists for their excellent care. Ernest (Ralph) and Vekla Jensen |