Gretchen Miller Kafoury

I just keep thinking about how outraged Gretchen would be with today's political situation and how hard she would be working to make things better.

Gretchen and I knew each other and played together as young girls in Walla Walla. When we were introduced at an women's event in Portland in the 1970's Gretchen spotted the connection and our bond was renewed. She was a young mom then with two adorable little girls of her own. Our paths crossed through the decades with warmth and mutual fondness. The world seems diminished with Gretchen missing. My love to all her family; you were her joy.

I have lost a dear friend and colleague, as surely have innumerable others. Love to her family and all whose life she freely touched.

It was a pleasure knowing Gretchen. Iranian community of Portland, has lost a good friend.

Gretchen made things happen to create a better place; and modeled how to be an effective activist--her legacy is huge. I am grateful to have known and worked with her.

The community lost a citizen with the courage of her convictions. God bless you Gretchen

Much sadness at the loss of a dear friend, a courageous and effective leader, a wonderful mentor for my son Erik Sten and a truly admirable woman. My thoughts and prayers go out to her wonderful loving family. May you rest in peace. Peggy Day

I had the honor and pleasure of working for and with Gretchen to address a wide range of women's rights and social service issues in the 1970s and 1980s. Gretchen was a steadfast advocate who made this world a much better place. One of my fondest memories of Gretchen is working with her to craft and pass legislation that gave Nurse Practitioners the right to prescribe medicines. She never gave up. So much of what Gretchen accomplished lives on and serves as an appropriate memorial to an...

We are sorry to learn of the passing of Gretchen, but grateful for her service to our nation with the Peace Corps in Iran.

Our Condolences,
The National Peace Corps Association