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homeless obituary

Telling Their Stories

Eugene Weekly set out to publish an obituary for every person who died homeless in Lane County in 2021. Here’s what we learned.

News 5 months ago

The first obituary came early in the year. A 30-year-old woman named Ivory McCuen died of hypothermia on Jan. 24 while sleeping in a parking … Continue reading →

Sarah Fallingwater, 1976-2021

A determined, loving artist and former nursing assistant

NewsObituary 7 months 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 7 months 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 8 months 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 9 months 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 11 months 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 →

Davie Scott Hanes: 1965-2021

While living on the streets, Hanes took others under his wing

NewsObituary 12 months ago

Davie Scott Hanes, known to many as Scotty, loved the Dallas Cowboys, pizza and his German shepherd, Holly. Those who knew him describe him as … Continue reading →

Remembering Eugene Winters

He always had a smile on his face

NewsObituary 1 year ago

Eugene Winters was a friend to anyone in need, according to those who remember him.  Before his death, he participated in the Frequent User Service … Continue reading →

Kim Roberts Repp: 1960-2021

The mother of five was proud of her family and loved cooking 

NewsObituary 1 year ago

Kim Roberts Repp will be remembered by her family for her larger-than-life personality. Born and raised in Cameron, Louisiana, Repp passed away in Eugene on … Continue reading →

Douglas James Hanson: 1960-2021

A ‘good and gentle soul,’ he died Jan. 3 in the Glenwood area

News 1 year ago

Douglas James Hanson lived in solitude for at least the last 17 years, on the streets and off the grid. He is remembered with fondness … Continue reading →

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