My name is Rod Nichols, a graduate of the class of 1965, from Westfir High School, located a mere 4 or 5 miles from Oakridge. I knew many Oakridge boys and girls and am still quite fond of many of them. I knew Joe Ziegler and used to play, fish, swim, or hang around with him when he visited the Joe Stecklein Family right next door to me in middle town Westfir. His death affected me as it did others. Wow, being killed playing baseball just did not make sense. It hurt to just hear about it. I remember him as being out going and always had a big smile. Everybody was his friend, and was liked by all. Just writing this brings back memories, good and sad.  I give my heart felt condolences and love and support to Jerry Ziegler and family and to Dave and Shar Crist and Don Crist and Families and Friends.
This Article is outstanding and I give praise to Jerry and Dave to guide this in a positive way. Joe and Oakridge deserve this effort by all who hear or give to this cause.
Rod Nichols