Happy 80th Birthday!

The public is invited to help Sam Nettinga (formerly of Huron, South Dakota, and Nampa, Idaho) of Pocatello celebrate his 80th birthday at an open house, hosted by his family, on Sunday, July 30, from 1 to 4 p.m. at the new MEC Center located at 1567 Way to Grace Ave, Pocatello (near Baldy Ave off Olympus Drive).

Sam has been involved in a variety of community service projects over the years, and his family — wife, Cleo, and children, Kim (Lance) Meccico, Randy (Tracey Ellsworth), Robin Nettinga, Kelly Hull, Rod (Patty Hagler), and Shelynn (Michael) Shelton and their families — invite all his friends to attend the event and visit with him.

If you are unable to attend the event, cards may be sent to Sam at 2950 Birdie Thompson Drive, Pocatello, ID 83201. No gifts please.