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Patricia Lee Twining
Mrs. Twining, 79, was active in
the Long Beach community
Patricia Lee Twining, a consummate homemaker and caring mother and grandmother, died Tuesday at home following a yearlong battle with brain cancer.
Mrs. Twining, of Lake Oswego, was surrounded by her loving family when she passed peacefully. It was her greatest pleasure to spend time with family, bringing everyone together across the miles for holidays, celebrations and travel many times each year. She even made the move to Lake Oswego four years ago from Southern California to be closer to her grandchildren and great-granddaughters.
Mrs. Twining was born in Bakersfield, Calif., and raised in Fresno where she completed high school and attended classes at the University of California, Berkeley, before meeting her husband, Edward M. Twining. They were married in 1954. The couple enjoyed musicals and symphonies, L.A.-Dodger and Laker games, and traveling to Europe, Asia and Australia. Their most cherished destinations included the Fjords, in Norway, and the Cotswolds, in England. But both enjoyed traveling to the Hawaiian Islands the most, where they lived for several years until Mr. Twining passed in 2000. Their affinity for the islands grew out of its culture and music.
Volunteering in the community was a passion for Mrs. Twining. She found reward in serving patients and their families at Straub Hospital, in Honolulu, and Legacy Meridian Park, in Tualatin. She was a member of the Nightingales and the Rick Rackers Assistance League of Long Beach. She also kept active playing bridge and completing the Sunday New York Times crossword each week.
Mrs. Twining is survived by her sister, Nancy Rodney of Alburqueque; three children, Nancy Weinberger of Las Vegas, Edward Twining of Huntington Beach, Calif., and Christopher Twining of Wildomar, Calif.; and two step-children, Debbie Eliff and Craig Lawrie. She is also survived by nine grandchildren, Jennifer Dale and Seth Dershewitz of Portland, Ore., Lesley Weinberger of Los Angeles, Jamey Sussman of Agoura Hills, Calif., Shannon, Nick, Max and Jake Twining of Huntington Beach, and Samantha Twining of Wildomar; and two great-granddaughters, Madeleine and Elizabeth Dale of Portland.
Memorial services will be held at 11am, November 30 at Young's Funeral Home, 11831 Southwest Pacific Highway, Tigard, Ore. Additional services will be held in Huntington Beach, Calif., on December 16. Please sign the guest book at www.presstelegram.com/obituaries.
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Butch:
I was very sad to hear of your mom's passing, she was a wonderful person. I tried to call but could not get through.
Mike
Miichael Aburto
May 10, 2015
Our hearts and prayers to the Twining family. It's never easy to say good bye to someone you loved so much.
Love Theresa & Al
December 12, 2012
Butch, Nancy & Chris
You are always remembered in a very special loving way. So sorry to learn of your Mom's passing. With sincere sympathy to all-Love Dottie
Dottie Yuhashi
December 5, 2012
My sincere condolences to Butch and your entire family. May the wonderful memories of your mother help you through this difficult time.
Fatima Ferreira
December 2, 2012
My thoughts and prayers are with the Twining family. Mrs. Granger was my dear friend and I still think of her often and tell stories of the fun days we had running errands and gardening, although I was supposed to be cleaning her home. I am proud to have known such wonderful women in my life.
Florinda Barcellos
December 1, 2012
My thoughts and prayers go to the Chris Twining Family
steve silverman
December 1, 2012
I worked for Patricia Lee Twinning for over 20 years. Patricia was nothing short of amazing. She was kind, friendly, generous, and loving. my condolences and deepest sympathy goes out to the whole Twining family.
-Noelia Pereira
Noelia Pereira
November 30, 2012
I worked for Patricia Lee Twining for over 20 years. My memories of Patricia have been nothing short of amazing. She was kind, friendly, loving,and generous. My condolences and deepest sympathy goes out to the whole Twining family.
-Noelia Pereira
Noelia Pereira
November 30, 2012
My condolences to the Twining family. My father and I worked for Twining Labs for a combined 31 years and loved the experience and felt a part of the extended family. Wish the family the best at this time .
Henry Landwehr II
November 30, 2012
You have my deepest sympathy. May good memories provide solace for your family during this challenging time; and may God provide you with the assurance that you will see your loved one again in Paradise. John 17:3
November 30, 2012
There will be an empty chair at the holiday table this year, but it will be filled with loving memories.
November 30, 2012
My condolences to the family...I really felt like a part of the Twining family when I worked there and remember she was a lovely person.
Burla Meyer
November 30, 2012
Our prayers and warm thoughts are with the Twining family.
Kirste Ripley Family
November 30, 2012
I met "Grandma Patti" 4 years ago when she moved to Portland OR to be closer to her granddaughter, Jennifer Dale, my neighbor. Her positive attitude was so refreshing. I will miss her beautiful smile and caring personality.
Nancy Taylor
November 30, 2012
We will miss Patti . She was like part of our family. It is great she is now with her beloved Ned. Love to all. Pat and John Cockriel
November 29, 2012
We at Eileen Fisher loved Patricia's visits. She was a little ray of sunshine, and made us all smile. Patricia would pop in after she had gone to the movies, and we would ask her for her "thumbs up" or "thumbs down" to know if a movie was worth seeing. We will miss her bright spirit, and how cute she always looked in her leggings.
Our thoughts and prayers are with her family.
Eileen Fisher
November 28, 2012
Twining Family,
It takes a minute to find a special person. An hour to appreciate them. A day to love them and entire life time to forget them. Patt will never be forgotten. She will always be with all of you, being your guardian angel.
Barb Christian
November 28, 2012
Dear Nancy ,
Please accept my condolences , praying for you and your family for strength and courage during this difficult time.
Anna Beaudette
November 27, 2012
Dear Mommy....I miss you so much and will always remember everything about you. I love you and it was my honor and pleasure to take care of you these past 10 months....May God keep your soul in peace forever....I love you.....Puddie
Nancy Weinberger
November 27, 2012
Thank you for all the wonderful memories we shared together. You will forever be in my heart. Love you...
Kim Freelan-Gamboa
November 27, 2012
Aunt Patti, I will always remember watching Dark Shadows on your bed, watching Sound of Music, listening to Caberet over and over again. And of course the trips to Disneyland. I miss you already, you were a big part of my childhood. Love you, love the memories. God Bless You. xoxoxoxo
Patty Rodney
November 27, 2012
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
Staff of Young's Funeral Home
November 26, 2012
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