In Memoriam

Frederick Jack Hart Jr.

Frederick Jack Hart Jr. was born July 7, 1949 at Grangeville. He was the son of Lorena Kipp Hart and Frederick Jack Hart Sr. Frederick attended Kooskia Grade school, and later attended school in the Dalles, Or., boarding schools at Chilocco and Chocho, Oklahoma. He then attended technical school at LCSC for appliance repair and wastewater management in Phoenix, Arizona. He joined the US Army 1968 and was stationed at Ft. Lewis and Ft. Riley. Left the Army in 1971 as Private First Class. He was married to Julie Wheeler, but later separated.

Frederick is survived by two daughters, Danica Hart and Elissa Hart, nine grandchildren and one great-grandchild. He passed away July 17, 2023.

Tyson William Lloyd

Tyson William Lloyd, 35 Pendleton died on Friday, July 21, 2023 at St. Alphonsus Medical Center in Nampa, Idaho. Tyson was born on June 30, 1988 in Pendleton, Oregon. A Dressing ceremony was held on Tuesday, July 25, 2023 at Burns Mortuary Chapel at 2:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial was on Wednesday, July 26, 2023 at St. Andrews Catholic Church at 9:30 a.m. the burial to followed at Agency Cemetery. Burns Mortuary of Pendleton oversaw funeral arrangements.

Sherry Linn Moffitt Ferguson

Sherry Linn Moffitt Ferguson, 59 of Hillsboro, Oregon died suddenly on Saturday, July 22, 2023. Sherry was born on April 10, 1964. A Dressing Ceremony was held on Wednesday, July 26, 2023 at Burns Mortuary Chapel at 2:00 p.m. Funeral Service were held on Thursday, July 27, 2023 at Tutuilla Church at 10:00 a.m. the burial to followed at Tutuilla Cemetery.

Thomas Andrew Pierre, Sr.

Thomas Andrew Pierre, Sr., of Pendleton, Oregon passed away on July 13, 2023, at his home. A viewing will be held July 17, 2023, from 6 to 8 pm at Bishop Funeral Home in Pendleton, Oregon. His funeral will be held on July 18, 2023, at 10 a.m. at Bishop Funeral Home with burial at Old Agency Cemetery. A dinner will be held at the Lighthouse Pentecostal Church following the burial located at 417 NW 21st Street, Pendleton, Oregon.

Tom was a man of God who loved his family, especially his grandchildren. His second love was Sasquatch. He has been known to dress up as Sasquatch and go hang out at the Longhouse for celebrations. All the kids are always in awe of him. He was a kind man who had an infectious smile and hearty laugh.

Public Notice

Leasing of Indian Trust Land for Pasture

Umatilla Indian Reservation

Tom was born in St. Ignatius, Montana on June 7, 1952, he is the son of Pete Pierre and Lita Lavadour. He is survived by his wife of 51 years Diane L. Pierre, his two sons Tommy Pierre, Jr., and Shannon), Lowell Pierre, his two daughters Atana Pierre and Sarah Pierre Najera.

Tom has sixteen grandchildren, four great grandchildren and so many nieces and nephews we would never be able to count.

Tom has always been there for the children. His Grandson said we all know how much grandpa loved us and he was always there for us. He has had an impact on the lives of many.

He was preceded in death by his Father Pete Pierre, his Mother Lita Lavadour, his brother David Taylor, and sisters Elizabeth Ann “Toni” Bratlie and Lita Bates. He is survived by his brothers Lloyd

Commander, Khris Middleton, Victor Bates, and Virgil Bates. Sisters Matilda Pierre, Marcella Jim, Valerie Bates and Vickey Bates.

Tom was raised for a time by Alvin and Annamae Rothell, whom he referred to as Mom and Dad. He lived on a Boys Ranch, and this is where he was introduced to the Lord. He was baptized in Jesus Name and filled with the Holy Ghost! He shared his testimony to many.

Tom was employed by Harris Pine Mill, Oregon State Hospital, Union Pacific Railroad, and retired from Certified Personnel and Construction in 2021.

Tom was honored to serve the Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation as Vice Chairman of the General Council and was a member of the Housing Commission.

Sealed bids for pasture leases on the Umatilla Indian Reservation for not more than a 10 year term beginning January 1, 2024 and expiring December 31, 2033, unless otherwise specified and determined by the Umatilla Agency, will be received at the office of the Superintendent, Bureau of Indian Affairs, Umatilla Agency, P.O. Box 520 or 46807 B Street, Pendleton, OR 97801 until 10:00 A.M. Pacific Standard Time, September 18, 2023. There will be a public opening and reading of the bids. Following the opening and evaluation of all bids, those items attracting two or more bids will be contacted for oral auction by persons submitting sealed bids only. Bid forms and other pertinent information regarding bidding are available at the Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation Range, Ag and Forestry Program Office, Telephone: (541)429-7224.

Thank You

As we said our final goodbye to atway Thomas Pierre, Sr. we are thankful to those that helped prepare for the services and burial. We are appreciative for those that attended the services, as well. We are deeply grateful for all the of speakers, singers and those that prepared the beautiful meal for us to share after the services. We were also deeply moved by all the flowers, cards and gifts that were received. Thank you for being there for us in one of our darkest hours. We appreciate your support now and, in the days ahead.

May God bless you, Diane Pierre and Family

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