Surnames: Kelty, Lawson, Keeney Edward O. Kelty, 80, a resident of Irrigon [Oregon] and a former resident of The Dalles, died September 13, 2003 at a care center in La Grande [Oregon]. He was born January 31, 1923 at Twin Falls, Idaho, to Otis and Cora Lawson Kelty. He grew up and attended school in Milton Freewater [Oregon]. After graduation he Entered the Army during World War II. Following military service he went to work as a lineman for electric utility Companies. While working in Condon [Oregon] he met his wife to be, Ida D. Keeney. The couple were married on July 11, 1949 at Walla Walla, Washington. His occupation took him to locations throughout the northwest and Alaska where The Keltys lived for many years. They also lived at Heppner [Oregon] and The Dalles before retiring in Irrigon And had recently moved to La Grande [Oregon]. He was an involved member of the Electricians Union. His favorite hobby was snowmobiling, which he became very involved in. Survivors include his wife; a son, Larry Kelty, in Idaho; and grandson, Billy Kelty, Hermiston [Oregon]. At his request no service will be held. Disposition was by cremation. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society, Oregon Division, 0330 SW Curry, Portland, Oregon 97201. Sweeney Mortuary of Heppner is in charge of arrangements. The Dalles Chronicle September 25, 2003. Written permission to reprint given by The Dalles Chronicle, The Dalles, Oregon Copied and submitted by Earline Wasser Member of Columbia Gorge Genealogical Society c/o The Dalles/Wasco County Public Library 722 Court Street The Dalles, Oregon 97058 http://community.gorge.net/genealogy [Note: new website address] Browse http://historysavers.com/orwasco/ recently updated information regarding Wasco County - Links are at the bottom of page http://searches.rootsweb.com/ "Don't judge each day by the harvest you reap but by the seeds you plant." Robert Louis Stevenson _________________________________________________________________ Have fun customizing MSN Messenger — learn how here! http://www.msnmessenger-download.com/tracking/reach_customize