Mission 1/Fun Facts
How many grandchildren were born while Grandpa and Grandma Pope were serving their mission in Okinawa, Japan?
7
What inspired Grandpa and Grandma Pope to go on another mission after serving in Okinawa, Japan?
A talk from General Conference in April 2002.
What was the purpose of Grandpa and Grandma Pope’s visit to Vernal in May 1998?
Go to Vernal Temple.
With earnings of $75 in 1936, how much rent did Lloyd Pope (Grandpa Pope's dad) pay?
$5
How did Oris (Grandpa Pope's mom) get to High School?
Horse
At the beginning of their mission in Japan, Grandpa and Grandma Pope encountered a problem with their money. What was the problem?
They had no cash. They had been told they could access money from the Church account by writing checks, but Japan relied much more on cash than on checks or credit cards.
What make of car did Grandpa and Grandma Pope drive during their mission in Nagoya?
Nissan
While serving as a bishop, Grandpa Pope was recognized by the State of Utah as an ordained minister. What did he do with that authorization?
Performed a civil marriage.
What is the relationship of Alfred Heber Powell and Effie Jane Powell to Grandpa Pope?
His grandparents
From which country did the Powell family move in 1882?
England
What concern did Grandma Pope have about the mission call to Japan that is also common among many senior missionary couples?
Three grand kids were to be born during their mission.
What major thing did Grandpa and Grandma Pope have during their second mission that they did not have during their first mission?
A computer.
In January 1986, what major historical news upset Grandpa Pope?
The news that the Space Shuttle Challenger broke apart 73 seconds after launch.
Who is Oris Powell in relation to Grandpa Pope?
His mother.
What was one activity Grandpa and Grandma Pope enjoyed doing together while they lived in Kearney?
Grandpa sang, and Grandma accompanied him on the piano.
What make of car did Grandpa and Grandma Pope drive during their mission in Okinawa, Japan?
Toyota
What special things did Grandpa and Grandma Pope do for their children’s birthdays?
Birthday posters, cake decorations, and letting the child choose breakfast.
How much did Grandpa and Grandma Pope pay for their first car, a 1955 Ford sedan?
$850 plus tax = 881.95
At age 34, Alfred Heber was registered for World War I. Did he serve?
No
What was the reason Grandma Pope was not allowed to do much cooking as a child?
Because the coal stove in the home was too dangerous for a child to use.
Grandpa Pope was once told by a child at Sundance Theater that he looked like whom?
Johnny Carson
Grandpa and Grandma Pope had a 1964 Falcon Station Wagon and drove it until 1970. What problem did the car have by then?
The floor in back had rusted out, leaving a couple of gaping holes, and they were afraid of losing one of the kids through the floor.
In high school, Grandpa Pope received an award. What was it?
Best Actor award.
Lloyd and Oris lived a gypsy-like lifestyle for the first 11 years of their marriage lives. How many times did they move?
22
Why did Grandma Pope consider the Old Car Club trip in the summer of 1971 a memorable vacation?
Because they had multiple flat tires and did not make it to Zion National Park.