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Obituary: Page 3

Bret Harris Matsutaro: 1982-2022 

Matsutaro was a loyal, loved member of his community

NewsObituary 4 years ago

Bret Matsutaro was a curious, creative man. A listener, a musician, a learner and a friend. As a homeless man himself, he was an advocate … Continue reading →

Anika Bliss Jamison: 1998-2022

She was a traveling soul remembered for her free, creative spirit 

NewsObituary 4 years ago

Though she was always on the move, those who knew Anika Bliss Jamison speak of her warm, free spirit, her ear for music, her faith … Continue reading →

Arthur Johnson, 1928-2022

An owner of Eugene Weekly, he was a lifetime legal advocate for the oppressed

NewsObituary 4 years ago

Art Johnson died on March 10 at 94. He was one of the owners of Eugene Weekly, having bought it with his wife, Anita Johnson, … Continue reading →

Sally Sheklow: Dec. 8, 1950-Feb. 8, 2022

Longtime lesbian activist and Eugene Weekly columnist lived a life out loud

NewsObituary 4 years ago

Sally Sheklow was a writer and a storyteller, and no one could tell her story better than she could. And tell that story she did.  … Continue reading →

Shandee Franke 1996-2021

An animal lover and rescuer, the young homeless woman died by suicide at 25 years old

NewsObituary 4 years ago

Shandee Franke was a bright, devoutly Christian young woman with a passion for animals. She took her own life in her mother’s bathroom on Oct. … Continue reading →

Sarah Fallingwater, 1976-2021

A determined, loving artist and former nursing assistant

NewsObituary 4 years ago

Sarah Fallingwater was a caring and strong-willed person who loved to explore her creative side through different artistic avenues. Fallingwater was formerly a certified nursing … Continue reading →

Rodney Heckathorn: 1959-2021

Remembered as a man who loved hot rods and AC/DC, Heckathorn died during the June heatwave

NewsObituary 4 years ago

Rodney Heckathorn, 61, died June 27, during Oregon’s first summer heatwave. Toward the end of his life he spent time living near Washington-Jefferson Park with … Continue reading →

Charles ‘Chuck’ Rintalan: 1959-2021

Homeless in Eugene for decades, he loved the outdoors, his dog Boo and helping others

NewsObituary 4 years ago

Charles “Chuck” Joseph Rintalan was a kind man whose Christian faith was extremely important to him. Homeless for around 40 years of his life, he … Continue reading →

Deborah ‘Debbie’ Plum: 1952-2021

An artist and mother, she was always willing to help others out

NewsObituary 5 years ago

Deborah “Debbie” Elaine Plum was a kind, strong-willed person. She spoke her mind, but also cared deeply for others no matter what their situation was, … Continue reading →

Elizabeth ‘Lisa’ Ann Fowler: April 21, 1967- April 3, 2021

Remembered for her big heart and for always being there for others

NewsObituary 5 years ago

“She was one of the best people I have met in my lifetime,” says Elizabeth “Lisa” Fowler’s friend Janice Scott. “I just cannot believe she … Continue reading →

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