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SUMMARY:Carol Touchet Celebration of Life
DESCRIPTION:Long-time member Carol Touchet died in February 2026 at home. Carol joined the church in 2001 and was a faithful member of the Alliance\, helping with memorials; an active member of our “T” Time group; and an usher for many years. \nJoin us in Buchan Hall at 2 p.m. on Friday\, March 6\, to celebrate her life.
URL:https://www.firstunitarianportland.org/event/carol-touchet-celebration-of-life/
LOCATION:Buchan Hall\, 1226 SW Salmon St\, Portland\, OR\, 97205\, United States
CATEGORIES:Memorial
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260110T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260110T160000
DTSTAMP:20260423T111627
CREATED:20260105T193810Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T224720Z
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SUMMARY:Jean Robinson Celebration of Life
DESCRIPTION:Member Jean Robinson died on October 10 at the age of 90. She was a member since 2004 and in recent years mostly watched services online. Jean was a teacher at Vernon Elementary School and Jefferson High School. \nJoin us in Eliot Chapel to celebrate her life\, followed by a reception in Buchan Hall.
URL:https://www.firstunitarianportland.org/event/jean-robinson-celebration-of-life/
LOCATION:Eliot Chapel\, 1011 SW 12th Ave\, Portland\, OR\, 97205
CATEGORIES:Memorial
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251024T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251024T123000
DTSTAMP:20260423T111627
CREATED:20251016T212332Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251016T212332Z
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SUMMARY:Judy Wilder Celebration of Life
DESCRIPTION:Member Judy Wilder died on Monday\, October 6\, at the age of 83. Judy was diagnosed with advanced pancreatic cancer just a few weeks before her death. Judy joined our church in 2017 and was involved in our Community for Earth\, the Sojourners Group\, and our Alliance. She leaves two daughters and we hold them and Judy’s extended family in our thoughts and prayers. \nJoin us in Eliot Chapel for the memorial service\, followed by a reception in Buchan Reception Hall.
URL:https://www.firstunitarianportland.org/event/judy-wilder-celebration-of-life/
LOCATION:Eliot Chapel\, 1011 SW 12th Ave\, Portland\, OR\, 97205
CATEGORIES:Memorial
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251019T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251019T180000
DTSTAMP:20260423T111627
CREATED:20250602T220605Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250602T220838Z
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SUMMARY:Carol Santesson Memorial
DESCRIPTION:Longtime member Carol Santesson died on May 17 at the age of 86. Carol was the daughter of longtime member Margaret Denison and mother of member Heather Santesson. \nJoin us in Eliot Chapel at 2 p.m. to celebrate Carol’s life\, followed by a reception in Buchan Reception Hall.
URL:https://www.firstunitarianportland.org/event/carol-santesson-memorial/
LOCATION:Eliot Chapel\, 1011 SW 12th Ave\, Portland\, OR\, 97205
CATEGORIES:Memorial
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251011T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251011T170000
DTSTAMP:20260423T111627
CREATED:20250925T190657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T190657Z
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SUMMARY:Toni Paget Celebration of Life
DESCRIPTION:Longtime member Toni Paget died on the morning of September 4 at the age of 85 after living with cancer in her last year. Toni was a retired school teacher and here at the church she was a part of our Quilts of Love group as well as the Alliance. She was a faithful attender of the Eliot Institute retreats for many years. One friend said no matter the setting\, she was always ready to take on some creative project. Her creativity and generosity are evident in all of her many artistic endeavors\, especially her quilts which give comfort to all who have received them. She will be sorely missed by her fellow quilters. \nJoin us in Eliot Chapel to celebrate her life\, followed by a reception in Buchan Reception Hall.
URL:https://www.firstunitarianportland.org/event/toni-paget-celebration-of-life/
LOCATION:Eliot Chapel\, 1011 SW 12th Ave\, Portland\, OR\, 97205
CATEGORIES:Memorial
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250927T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250927T170000
DTSTAMP:20260423T111627
CREATED:20250902T172452Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250902T172452Z
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SUMMARY:Margo Clark Memorial
DESCRIPTION:Long-time member Margo Clark died on August 14 at the age of 71 after living with cancer for several years. Margo served in many roles here at the church. She was a member of our Music & Arts Committee\, Leadership Council\, was a Sunday morning usher\, and for 11 years served delicious homemade soup for our Monday evening activities here at the church. Church Administrator Kathryn Estey says\, “I was pleased to serve with her on our Board of Trustees back in the early 2000s. Margo was just plain fun to be with.” She leaves her husband Bill\, also a member here\, and her children Janie and Matt and their kids. Our tender thoughts are with the whole family.
URL:https://www.firstunitarianportland.org/event/margo-clark-memorial/
LOCATION:OR
CATEGORIES:Memorial
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250924T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250924T200000
DTSTAMP:20260423T111627
CREATED:20250909T234316Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250923T194701Z
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SUMMARY:Barbara Fields Celebration of Life
DESCRIPTION:Member Barbara Fields died unexpectedly on July 23 at the age of 77. Barbara joined our church in 2020\, was on the Nominating Committee and was also active in the anti-racist book groups. One friend described Barbara as a beautiful soul. We will miss her warm\, caring personality. \nJoin us on September 24 at 6 p.m. in Buchan Reception Hall to celebrate her life.
URL:https://www.firstunitarianportland.org/event/barbara-fields-celebration-of-life/
LOCATION:Buchan Hall\, 1226 SW Salmon St\, Portland\, OR\, 97205\, United States
CATEGORIES:Memorial
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250906T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250906T170000
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SUMMARY:Mike Couch Celebration of Life
DESCRIPTION:Member Mike Couch died early on the morning of June 25 at the age of 68\, after living with Alzheimer’s Disease for the past twelve years. Mike was a long-time member of First Unitarian\, and leaves behind his wife Kathy\, son Jack\, siblings\, and the many people who loved him. \nJoin us in Eliot Chapel to celebrate his life\, followed by a reception in Buchan Reception Hall.
URL:https://www.firstunitarianportland.org/event/mike-couch-celebration-of-life/
LOCATION:Eliot Chapel\, 1011 SW 12th Ave\, Portland\, OR\, 97205
CATEGORIES:Memorial
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250802T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250802T113000
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CREATED:20250729T224155Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250729T224210Z
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SUMMARY:Paul Albrecht Memorial
DESCRIPTION:Community member and Shower Project volunteer Paul Albrecht died unexpectedly in April 2025. His sister Sandi shared her gratitude that Paul was able to reconnect with their childhood Unitarian faith and with the Shower Project before his death. We hold Paul’s family\, all who loved him\, and those who benefited from his service to this community in our hearts. \nJoin us in Buchan Reception Hall to celebrate his life.
URL:https://www.firstunitarianportland.org/event/paul-albrecht-memorial/
LOCATION:Buchan Hall\, 1226 SW Salmon St\, Portland\, OR\, 97205\, United States
CATEGORIES:Memorial
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250621T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250621T170000
DTSTAMP:20260423T111627
CREATED:20250602T215721Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250602T215721Z
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SUMMARY:Pete Guest Memorial
DESCRIPTION:Member Pete Guest died peacefully on May 27 in the skilled nursing facility at Holladay Park Plaza\, his retirement community. He was 84 years old. He was surrounded by his wife\, Kristin\, and his son\, Andrew. Pete had declined over several years\, was hospitalized in early April\, and then moved to hospice at Holladay Park for 6 weeks. Pete was a UU since college and active in several UU congregations in other cities. Right after moving to Portland in 2013\, he joined First Unitarian Portland.  \nJoin us in Eliot Chapel at 1 p.m. to celebrate Pete’s life\, followed by a reception in Buchan Reception Hall.
URL:https://www.firstunitarianportland.org/event/pete-guest-memorial/
LOCATION:Eliot Chapel\, 1011 SW 12th Ave\, Portland\, OR\, 97205
CATEGORIES:Memorial
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250614T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250614T180000
DTSTAMP:20260423T111627
CREATED:20250602T221023Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250602T222308Z
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SUMMARY:Julie Wheeler Memorial
DESCRIPTION:Julie Wheeler joined the church in 1971\, along with her husband Andrew (who died in 2023). In her professional life\, Julie was a teacher and a founder of Ceasefire Oregon. She died on February 12 at the age of 90. Read her obituary here. \nJoin us in Eliot Chapel at 2 p.m. to celebrate Julie’s life\, followed by a reception in Buchan Reception Hall.
URL:https://www.firstunitarianportland.org/event/julie-wheeler-memorial/
LOCATION:Eliot Chapel\, 1011 SW 12th Ave\, Portland\, OR\, 97205
CATEGORIES:Memorial
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250510T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250510T170000
DTSTAMP:20260423T111627
CREATED:20250429T175310Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250508T233435Z
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SUMMARY:Liz Julee Celebration of Life
DESCRIPTION:Long-time member Elizabeth (Liz) Julee died on March 21. Her daughter Tara Johnson-Medinger served as our Children’s Christmas Pageant director in past years. \nJoin us in Eliot Chapel from 2 – 3 p.m. for a memorial service\, followed by a reception in the Buchan Reception Hall until 5 p.m.
URL:https://www.firstunitarianportland.org/event/liz-julee-celebration-of-life/
LOCATION:Eliot Chapel\, 1011 SW 12th Ave\, Portland\, OR\, 97205
CATEGORIES:Memorial
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250504T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250504T173000
DTSTAMP:20260423T111627
CREATED:20250421T172450Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250421T172450Z
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SUMMARY:Joanne O'Connell Memorial
DESCRIPTION:Congregant Joanne O’Connell died on March 4\, 2025\, at the age of 67. Joanne was active in the Pride group for many years. She worked for Multnomah County for almost 13 years as a specialist for various programs and most recently as the contract liaison for the community services Veterans Directed Care program. She always had a smile on her face and would take the time to listen to everyone. \nJoin us in the Buchan Reception Hall from 3:30 – 5:30 p.m. for a celebration of her life.
URL:https://www.firstunitarianportland.org/event/joanne-oconnell-memorial/
LOCATION:Buchan Hall\, 1226 SW Salmon St\, Portland\, OR\, 97205\, United States
CATEGORIES:Memorial
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250309T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250309T170000
DTSTAMP:20260423T111627
CREATED:20250304T004643Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250304T004804Z
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SUMMARY:Michael Wade Memorial
DESCRIPTION:Member Michael Wade died on November 4\, 2024\, at the age of 73. He was diagnosed with cancer about 10 months prior and his illness progressed quickly. Michael was active in our Economic Justice Action Group here along with other groups. Toward the end Michael said “I guess my ride is here…” Michael leaves his wife\, Elizabeth\, son Alex\, and daughter Catherine. \nJoin us in Eliot Chapel for the service at 2 p.m.\, followed by a reception in Buchan Reception Hall.
URL:https://www.firstunitarianportland.org/event/michael-wade-memorial/
LOCATION:Eliot Chapel\, 1011 SW 12th Ave\, Portland\, OR\, 97205
CATEGORIES:Memorial
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250224T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250224T173000
DTSTAMP:20260423T111627
CREATED:20250213T010820Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250213T190404Z
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SUMMARY:Celebration of Life for Martha Westgate
DESCRIPTION:A celebration of life for long-time member Martha Westgate will be held on February 24\, which would have been her 90th birthday. Martha died on May 31\, 2024. She was one of the founding members of our church’s 7th Principle Group\, now called Community for Earth. Martha and her husband John were active members of our church for many decades. The service will be held online at 4 p.m. so relatives in West Virginia and California can attend. Sign up here to receive a link for the service.
URL:https://www.firstunitarianportland.org/event/celebration-of-life-for-martha-westgate/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Memorial
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250223T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250223T170000
DTSTAMP:20260423T111627
CREATED:20250123T192002Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250123T192002Z
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SUMMARY:Gordon Ware Memorial
DESCRIPTION:A memorial will be held for member Gordon Ware on Sunday\, February 23\, at 2 p.m. in Eliot Chapel\, with a reception to follow at 3:30 p.m. in Buchan Reception Hall.  \nLongtime member Gordon Ware died on December 8 after a lengthy struggle with Alzheimer’s at the age of 83. Gordon was a physicist\, an architect\, and an artist. Even after he lost the ability to speak\, he continued to express himself\, including through painting up until his last weeks of life.
URL:https://www.firstunitarianportland.org/event/gordon-ware-memorial/
LOCATION:Eliot Chapel\, 1011 SW 12th Ave\, Portland\, OR\, 97205
CATEGORIES:Memorial
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