Elwyn G. Kinney

Elwyn and June were our first friends in Oregon when we moved here in 1978 - my mother grew up with June. I always found Elwyn to be a delightful, fun man who was a great conversationalist. They shared many of our life events- anniversaries, holidays, children's birthdays, graduations, weddings etc. and I always enjoyed visiting them. Elwyn had great suggestions on any gardening/construction/remodeling process we were thinking about.

Much praise has been given to Mr. Kinney related to his business operations, but little is said about community contributions from a taxpayer viewpoint. Elwyn was a long time member of the regional ire district - Tualatin Valley Fire and Rescue. Mergers in the early years and growth in later years under his watchful eye, along with Arlen Cole and later, Leland Ascher, earned him and the others a great thank you on behalf of taxpayers in the areas served within Washington, Clackamas and...

Elwyn always did everything with the utmost precision, which he did when he supervised the installation of the Peace Pole in memory of Bill at First Church. He taped levels on two sides of the pole to ensure it would be installed straight. What a guy!

Our condolences go out to the entire Kinney family. I remember fondly hanging out at your house and (my favorite memory), churning ice cream on your front steps, and listening to the Ham radio in the basement.
Mom and Dad had the utmost respect for Elwyn, June, and the kids. I cannot tell you how many times over the years, and even recently, Mom refers to the Kinneys as the kindest and most caring friends ever. Your dad looks just how I remember him. You can't mistake those eyes!

Just a great, great man. I had a business association with Elwyn and his partner, Jim Barnard for many years. My father was a fellow general contractor and before he passed I asked him who were the most honorable people in the construction business. Without hesitation, he said Jim and Elwyn. And he was correct. Elwyn outlived Jim by many years but both were a credit to their profession. They don't seem to make men like this anymore. Honest to their cores and with an abiding passion for...