James Conaway

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James Chancey "Jimbo" Conaway, 60, of Portland and formerly of La Grande died April 16 at his home.

Mr. Conaway was born on June 27, 1943, to Chancey and Mabel Conaway in Baker City. He attended Riveria School in La Grande and returned to Baker City for a time before moving to Portland in 1974.

He worked as a janitor for the school district and at Providence Hospital, and as a truck driver for U-Haul, Ryder and a courier service. He enjoyed travling and meeting new friends. His family remembers that he often said, "Keep a smile on your face. It gives your face something to do."

Survivors include his sister, Corlene Hayman of Gresham and Veta Rae Mutart; brother, Linn Conaway; and other relatives.