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Obituaries

Dr. Shelley C. Reece obituary

Posted on June 10, 2022 by gardenhomehistoryproject

April 19, 1936 to December 17, 2021 Oregon’s Arts and Education communities were diminished by the passing of Dr. Shelley C. Reece last Dec. 17, 2021. Shelley was a devoted husband, father, teacher, mentor, scholar, and poet. Born April 19, … Continue reading →

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Donald Arthur “Smitty” Smith obituary

Posted on June 10, 2022 by gardenhomehistoryproject

November 12, 1927 to April 20, 2022 Don Smith passed away peacefully at home in Tigard, Oregon, Wednesday, April 20, 2022, following a month of hospice care surrounded by his family. Born in Portland, he was raised by his mom … Continue reading →

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Remembering Gerry Frank

Posted on May 31, 2022 by gardenhomehistoryproject

September 21, 1923 to March 13, 2022 We were sorry to learn of Gerry Frank’s passing on March 13, 2022, aged 98. Gerry was born on September 21, 1923 in Portland to Aaron and Ruth Frank. They lived in SW … Continue reading →

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Michael Gazeley-Romney obituary

Posted on July 22, 2021 by gardenhomehistoryproject

July 29, 1989 to July 1, 2021 Michael was the first son of Barb Gazeley and Kent Romney, joined by brother Patrick in November 1991. Michael died mid-day Thursday, July 1, 2021 in a motorcycle accident. Michael had an essential … Continue reading →

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Ronald B. Lansing obituary

Posted on July 22, 2021 by gardenhomehistoryproject

January 28, 1932 to May 28, 2021 Lawyer, professor, author, dedicated public servant, creative soul, and family man Ronald B. Lansing passed away May 28, 2021. He was 89 years old. Professor Lansing had been teaching at Lewis & Clark … Continue reading →

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Robert Grissom obituary

Posted on June 10, 2021 by gardenhomehistoryproject

May 12, 1927 to May 7, 2021 Robert Eugene Grissom, 93, passed away from natural causes Friday, May 7, 2021 in Portland, Ore. Bob was born May 12, 1927 in Syracuse, Kan., and grew up during the Dust Bowl. After … Continue reading →

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Samuel Laird Philip obituary

Posted on June 10, 2021 by gardenhomehistoryproject

June 22, 1926 to October 20, 2020 Samuel Laird Philip’s ninety-four years were about quietly and craftily creating experiences for people. He was impressed by people. Sam ended his time with us on October 20th, 2020 at his apartment in King City, … Continue reading →

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Dolores Winifred (Witte) Philip obituary

Posted on June 10, 2021 by gardenhomehistoryproject

August 9, 1927 to April 17, 2020 Dolores W. Philip, 92, passed away on April 17, 2020 in Vancouver, Washington. Dolores (Dee) was born in Vernonia, Oregon to William and Theresa Witte on August 9, 1927. She graduated high school … Continue reading →

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Bruce Barrett obituary

Posted on March 16, 2021 by gardenhomehistoryproject

March 12, 1935 to June 10, 2020 Bruce Eugene Barrett, age 85, passed away June 10, 2020 at his home at Edgewood Downs Independent Living while on Hospice Care. He was diagnosed with Atypical Parkinson’s Disease by several neurologists. Bruce … Continue reading →

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Patrick Dignan obituary

Posted on February 11, 2021 by gardenhomehistoryproject

February 6, 1931 to January 30, 2021 Born in Albany, Ore., Feb. 6, 1931, Pat died of natural causes this past week. This proud Irishman was the third of four children born to Vera Burke Dignan and Wayne Dignan. Pat … Continue reading →

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