Letters to the Editor -- April 15, 2015

Dear Smoke Signals:

I want to especially thank my kids for the wonderful 80^th birthday party they had for me. Thanks to all my friends and relatives who came to help me celebrate. Thanks to the caregivers for bringing all the Elders from Cougar and Elk lodges to help me celebrate. I wish I would have had more time to spend with each of you. Need to have a big friend and family reunion this summer.

Quite some time ago, I asked for help in getting a headstone for Grandma Leno. Then in September, I got in an accident and broke both of my knees. I’ve been through hell and haven’t been able to do much; only one brace left, so I’m getting there.

We have raised $1,250 so far, but have about $1,500 to go, so all you grandkids and great-grandkids and relatives of Grandma Leno please donate what you can so Grandma can have a headstone.

Please send donations to Val Grout, P.O. Box 113, Grand Ronde, OR 97347.

Thank you to those of you who already gave. I will let you know when we reach our goal. Thanks again and God bless you all.

Thanks again, kids. I love you all so much.

Val Grout

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