Noland Family Reunion 2013

Noland 2013 Reunion Information:

Scheduled Date:  Aug 16-18, 2013 (early guest are most welcome just let us know you what date you will be showing up.)

Location: 

1215 Pfenning Road, Ellensburg, WA  98926.  The home of Jerry, Katina (Oldest Daughter of Danny K. Noland), Samantha (Oldest Granddaughter of Dan), and Jamin Davis (Oldest Grandson of Dan)

 

Hosting:  

The Family of Dan and Ella Noland, their 7 children, and their 12 grandchildren

 

Sign up for meals:

 

            Wed/Thurs: we will make sure meals are provided for all

 

            Fri Dinner:  The family of Dan & Ella Noland

 

            Sat Breakfast: Huckleberry Pancakes (Deaver and Dan’s Tradition passed on to Jodina) and Waffles.  (jodi is willing to do this part of the breakfast along with help from another section of the family for the rest)

 

            Sat Lunch:

 

            Sat Dinner:

 

            Sun Breakfast:

 

            Sun Lunch:

 

Agenda:

 

Thursday: 

Complete set-up, possible family arrivals

 

Friday: 

More Arrivals

            Afternoon & Evening:  Games, dinner, bonfire

 

Saturday: 

            Games, Socializing, Pool for Kids, Activities throughout the day, Auction following dinner during potluck desert hour(s).  Bonfire and more socializing until (?)

 

Sunday: 

            poker tournament

           

Other Information & Details:

 

Games:  We are bringing back as many games as we can remember playing over the years.  Car wash course/teams, croquet, track ball, egg toss, water balloons, 2 pools, and other fun games to include the whole family, if you have a favorite game from times past that you would like to share with the younger generation please feel free to let Tina know

 

Auction:  Saturday Night—Please bring items to sell to go into the family treasury to raise money for future reunion expenses

 

Poker Game:  Sunday—Please bring change and small bills.  Also, whoever has the trophy, please bring it back.

 

Lodging Options:

Tina’s Yardà  We have PLENTY of room for tent spaces, dry RV camping; motorhomes, tent trailers, etc.

           

            Local hotels/motels in Ellensburg, WA (listed by distance from reunion site):

* Days Inn                                                            * Holiday Inn Express

                        901 Berry Rd                                                              1620 S Canyon Rd

                        Ellensburg, WA 98926                                               Ellensburg, WA 98926

                        800-225-3297 or  509-933-1500                                 800-345-8082

                       

* Thunderbird Motel                                             * Super 8

      403 W University Way                                               1500 S Canyon Rd

      Ellensburg, WA 98926                                               Ellensburg, WA 98926

      877-747-8713 or 509-962-5585                                  800454-3213 or 509-962-6888

 

* Hampton Inn

      2705 Triple L Loop

      Ellensburg, WA 98926

      509-933-1600

                       

            Full Service RV Spaces in Ellensburg, WA:

* Nites Inn Motel & RV Park

      1200 S Ruby St

      Ellensburg, WA 98926

      509-962-9600

     

            RV Rentals (if you wish to rent an rv to stay at Tina's please contact Ella at 509-531-0952 and she will    help to get it there and back for you.

 

* North Central RV Rentals                                 * Central Washington RV

      1790 Berry Rd                                                                        2502 West Dolarway Rd

      Ellensburg, WA 98926                                               Ellensburg, WA 99826

      509-962-9805                                                              509-307-8713

      www.ncrvrent.com                                                     www.centralwashigtonrv.com

 

Other Activities Available in Ellensburg:

            Ellensburg is Centrally Located in Washington.  Home of Central Washington University             Wildcats.  Our town offers many attractions and small-town businesses in our historic downtown.

           

            Saturday:  Farmers Market

 

Gone but Never Forgotten

This post is hard to wirte because I am still in shock over the news that I will never see my Uncle Dan again. He truly was a great man, someone to look up to, and had the biggest heart ever! He would have given you the shirt off his back if you needed it. I will always love and remember you Uncle Dan, Ride on!

The world lost a wonderful and amazing man Tuesday July 3rd, 2012. Danny K Noland was taken from us suddenly while on a motorcycle vacation with the love of his life.

He is survived by his loving Wife, Ella Noland; four beautiful daughters; Katina (Jerry) Davis, Angelina (Cody) Larsen, Jodina (Randy) Marino & Corina Noland, three boys, Joe (Shannon) Potvin, Justin Potvin & Nathan (Amber) Potvin, his mother Letricia Noland, four siblings, Ona (Brad) Marr, Deanna (Lon) Noland, Joe (Diane) Noland, Ruby (Jenna) Cheizoo and 11 grandchildren; Samantha, Jamin, Damien, Aubrie, Juliet, Michael, Titan, Justin, Atreyu, Collin, Navia and another on the way Lynnea Dannielle (Danni).

Dan was a light in this world and gave happiness at times when it couldn't be found. He is on his eternal bike ride in the sky. He will be deeply missed but will always be our Hero.

If you are one of the many that was inspired by Danny, there will be a memorial service on Saturday July 14th, 2012 at Hillcrest Memorial Center @ 9353 W. Clearwater Ave in Kennewick at 4:00 p.m. A potluck/reception to follow at 2021 Newcomer in Richland.

With a heavy heart

A very young family member has passed away, here is his obituary;

Todd L. Hamilton, 31, of Rathdrum, Idaho, was taken to be with the Lord on Nov. 7, 2011, after a tragic accident in Wyoming, where he was working.


Todd was married to Tawni Burnham and leaves behind two beautiful daughters, Hailey and Hannah. His girls were the loves of his life. He leaves behind a big family and lots of friends who will dearly miss him.

His memorial was held Monday, Dec. 12, 2011, at the Sandpoint Christian Center on Boyer Avenue in Sandpoint.

A benefit account has set at Mountain West Bank in the “The Hamilton Family” name for anyone wishing to help.

Todd is the son of Cheryl Strickley and Grandson of Bob & Dorris Welter

Here is a picture of those who atteneded and were around during picture time.

Again, we all had a great time! Thank you so much Joe and Dianne!!!

2011 Reunion

The 2011 Noland Reunion is in the books, and boy was it a good one! Thank you so much to Joe & Dianne Noland for hosting at the beautiful Murphy Bay. Pictures will be up soon, so check back!

The 2013 Reunion is being hosted by Dan and Ella Noland and thier kids. It is set for June is Richland WA. Details to follow.

Welcome to the family Mara!!!

Mara Brower was born December 29th at 10:57 pm. She weighed 8 pounds, 10 ounces, and was 22 inches long! She is the great-grandchild of Vincel & Fred Garner, grandchild of Susan Garner & Bob McCormack, child of Deirdre McCormack & Dennis Brower.
The proud parents are so looking forward to introducing her to everyone in August!

Welcome to the family Navia

Navia Nichole Marino was born September 21,2010 weighing 7lbs 2oz 19in long, to Jodi & Randy Marino. Naviah is the granddaughter of Dan & Ella Noland, and Great granddaughter of Pat Noland.
She is being enjoyed by Mom, Dad, brother Titan, and sister Aubrie.

Newsletter Sept 2010

New Editor and Chief
My Name is Heather Eagon, I am the child of Ona (Noland) & Brad Marr, and the grandchild of Deaver & Pat Noland. I have been married for 4 years and have a 2 year old daughter named Brooklyn. I have taken over the news letter and would love your input on what you would like to see. I have many visions and hope I can make them all become a reality! Please send all questions, concerns, and suggestions to heathereagon@gmail.com

Featured Family Member
Memories by Dean Noland, as captured by his daughter Dawn. When I sat down with my Dad during a weekend visit to Moses Lake to scribe some of his memories, he wanted me to point out that what he told me might not be exactly as they were. The funny thing about memories is that they tell more about the person sharing them than they might about the actual event. It is with this intent that I commit a bit of Noland oral history to paper. For the full “memories” letter, please refer to our blog that is listed later in this newsletter.
I asked my Dad about his brothers and sisters --- what was a strong memory that came to mind about each of them? He began with Kay. Kay had a nickname for all the siblings and my Dad’s nickname was Deanie Weenie. Jay was called Preach because he was always making a point. Anna, who was called Little Mama, was always busy with children. Speed’s whose real name was William. He was given this nickname to point out how plodding he was as a youngster. Vincel was Vinnie. Billie, sometimes called BJ, and was a real looker. Deaver was called Hossie because he was riding horses before he could walk.
My own memories of my Dad include his special ability to communicate with animals of all sizes and persuasions. My Mom told me that when she met him he had a monkey that would pee on people he didn’t like. Imagine that! I remember taking nature walks with my brothers and Dad – he seemed to know all the names of the trees, bushes, and flowers. I remember him being happy in nature but also happy in the company of people, talking. Perhaps his natural affinity with animals helped in navigating relationships with humans, a trait that he passed along to his granddaughter, Grace.

Birthdays/Anniversaries (since last newsletter – to the best of our knowledge)
BIRTHS:
11/18/09 Sylke Elaine Jongenotter – Daughter of Chantal (Cheizoo) & Peter Jongentter
1/20/10 Collin Alexander Mitchell Potvin – Son of Nathan & Amber Potvin
5/17/10 Angus Ryan Williams-Rommel – Son of Rachel Rommel & Ryan Williams.

WEDDINGS:
Rachel Rommel (daughter of Deanna Noland) to Ryan Williams – 7/29/08
Deirdre McCormack(daughter of Susan Garner) to Dennis Brower – 4/25/09
Willem Cheizoo (son of Ruby (Noland) Cheizoo) to Danielle – 9/18/09
Chantal Cheizoo (daughter of Ruby (Noland) Cheizoo) to Peter Jongenotter – 9/21/09

ANNIVERSARIES:
Nathan & Amber Potvin – 5 years
Eric & Cathleen Marr – 5 years
Eric & Janine Stringer – 20 years
Nancy & Nelson Stringer – 50 years

We really need more information on these so we can update everyone, and recognize these special dates.

Update Cards
I am enclosing update cards for all of you to fill out and send back so that I can have the most current info and you and your family, I will also know if you would still like to receive the newsletter by mail or will be reading this via blog. It would be greatly appreciated if you would take the time to fill this out and get it back to me as soon as possible. Thank you very much!

Last Reunion
I want to thank Susan Garner for opening her house to all of us for the last Noland Reunion in San Luis Obispo, CA in August, 2009. And a special shout out to Dennis for some great BBQ. I think that a great time was had by all who attended!! Thank you again Susan.


Upcoming Reunion
The place has been set: Sandpoint, Idaho, and the date has been set: Aug 7 – 13, 2011 with the focus days being: Aug 11 main arrival date, Aug 12 – main dinner (Dennis – we are looking forward to those ribs!!!!) with family meeting/auction, Aug 13 – traditional family breakfast/check out and leave by 10 am. More details to follow from our hosts Joe & Dianne Noland.

Memories by Dean Noland, as captured by his daughter Dawn

When I sat down with my Dad during a weekend visit to Moses Lake to scribe some of his memories, he wanted me to point out that what he told me might not be exactly as they were. The funny thing about memories is that they tell more about the person sharing them than they might about the actual event. It is with this intent that I commit a bit of Noland oral history to paper.
I asked my Dad about his brothers and sisters --- what was a strong memory that came to mind about each of them? He began with Kay. He remembers being about 6 years old, when the family was living in Missouri, one hot afternoon looking for help in cutting open a watermelon. He approached his older brother Kay who was busy working on a car with someone else. He asked Kay for help, and Kay raised the watermelon over his head and smashed it to the ground where it broke in pieces. Dad said it made an impression on him how quickly Kay got the job done! Kay had a nickname for all the siblings and my Dad’s nickname was Deanie Weenie.
Jay was called Preach because he was always making a point. My Dad thought he was pretty cool because he was a horse soldier – he served in the Calvary. He also spent a lot of time on the road driving trucks.
Anna, who was called Little Mama, was always busy with children, and she had a daughter Clydine who was born a month after my Dad. At one month, my Dad was already an uncle!
Speed, whose real name was William, was given this nickname to point out how plodding he was as a youngster. My Dad described him as deliberative, a quality that must have suited him well when he went to law school at Montana State University. He ran paper carriers to finance his school and later joined the Army Air Corps.
Vincel, or Vinnie, lived in Highland Park, California with her husband Fred when my Dad stayed with them. Vincel worked in a law office, and my Dad said she made the best corn bread. In fact, she was a great cook and used her artistic skill to improvise and create new dishes.
Billie, sometimes called BJ, was a real looker. She met her first husband, a handsome captain in the Army, when the family was living in Missoula. Billie’s homemade creations were also well known. My Dad met my Mom when he was living in bungalow apartments in Highland Park, California owned by Aunt Billie and her husband.
Deaver was called Hossie because he was riding horses before he could walk. He owned horses his whole life and was a great outdoorsman. I remember as a child the long weekend drives from Moses Lake to Rosalia to visit Uncle Deaver, Aunt Pat, Danny, Ona, Deanna, Joe, and Ruby. My brothers and I played with our cousins while the adults spent time together. The special pleasure of riding horses is what I remember from our visits. Seeing my Dad and Uncle Deaver riding confidently on horseback filled me with awe as a child.
My own memories of my Dad include his special ability to communicate with animals of all sizes and persuasions. My Mom told me that when she met him he had a monkey that would pee on people he didn’t like. Imagine that! I remember taking nature walks with my brothers and Dad – he seemed to know all the names of the trees, bushes, and flowers. I remember him being happy in nature but also happy in the company of people, talking. Perhaps his natural affinity with animals helped in navigating relationships with humans, a trait that he passed along to his granddaughter, Grace.
What he remembers of his parents is that his Dad, Clarence, was a dreamer – he never saw a hill he did not want to climb while his mother, Ona Alena, kept everyone’s feet on the ground.
What I remember hearing as a child is the story of how my paternal grandparents passed away. I heard that they always prayed that when they went, they would go together. As it happened, a fire on the farm in Idaho spread close to the chicken coup, igniting a nearby shed containing dynamite for blasting tree stumps. My Dad was in Chicago at the time of the tragedy. What struck me was my grandparents’ devotion, and how their prayers were answered.
We are part of a wonderful family – I hope to read more of our stories!

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