Jennifer Chitwood

Jennifer Ann Chitwood passed away suddenly at her home in Portland, Oregon on June 13th, 2017. She was 38 years old. Jennifer Ann Chitwood was born in Tillamook, Oregon January 3rd, 1979. Bay City was her hometown. She attended Neah-Kah-Nie High School and graduated in 1997 and after that studied Accounting at Tillamook Bay Community College. Jennifer worked for Central City Concern in Portland, OR in the social work field, the Roseland doing security and was also a Peer Support Specialist for Luke-Dorf. She was involved with Tillamook Serenity Club as well. She was a mentor, friend and supporter of those in the process of Recovery. Jennifer enjoyed the outdoors. Hiking with her friends and going to the beach with her children were some of her happiest moments. Jennifer was always up for an adventure and was loved by a countless number of friends and family from all walks of life. Jennifer is survived by her children Elijah Hilton of Tillamook and Grace Hayes of Eugene. Her mother Karen Hardesty and stepfather Doug Hardesty of Tillamook. Her father Guy Chitwood of Atlanta, Georgia. Her Grandmother Betty Conrad of Tillamook. Her brother Justin Chitwood of Tillamook and nieces and nephews Daphne, Paisley and Cannon of Bay City. Her stepbrother Alex Hardesty and his wife Missy of North Carolina and stepbrother Justin Hardesty of Rhode Island. Her aunt Bonnie Hall of Portland. She was preceded in death by her Grandfather Glenn Conrad and grandparents Ed and Dolores Chitwood. A Celebration of her life will be held at Camp Rilea in the Log conference center on Saturday July 15th at 2:00pm. This will be a potluck gathering so please bring your favorite dish and memories to share. "Those we love don't go away, they walk beside us every day, Unseen, unheard, but always near, still loved, still missed and very dear. Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal" In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to help cover expenses to Waud's Funeral Home in Tillamook, OR. Tributes under Jennifer's name can also be made to the National Suicide Prevention Life Line.