Susan-O'Hollaren-Obituary

Susan (Tibbetts) O'Hollaren

Portland, Oregon

02/05/1941 - 05/08/2025

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DIED
May 8, 2025
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Portland, Oregon

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Suzi was a talented painter, an accomplished pianist, Opera singer and a gifted chef who delighted in entertaining friends and family. Her creativity and joy in life were evident in everything she did. She passed away after a brief battle with cancer. She is survived by her daughter, Jennifer...

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I had the pleasure of meeting and spending a few days in the company of this lovely lady at an O'Hollaren Family Reunion in Oregon in the '90's. She was a delight! I'm sad to learn of her passing but I will always remember her with joy.

I was saddened to learn that Susan had died. I am grateful God caused us to briefly meet at the Memorial for Gary Anderson in January. We were on our way out the door she was arriving. My husband and I met Susan and Ray Hawkins( back then) via our neighbors Harry and Ruth Rethlefsen...I remember going to their home to met new baby, Jennifer. Over the years we had some good, fun, times together..sooo funny.... Ruth insisted I work on the St Alban´s Episcopal rummage sale because it was...

Dear Susan, My heart is broken! Thank you for letting me be a part of your wonderful life. Performing with you was a privilege and highlight of my life! I have always loved you and will forever!! w 1 1

Her loss was a big one for me. We shared being members Jantzen Beach Moorage. She anchored the East end and I the West. I always felt all was well as long as Susan was there. Never forget the Mink and Martini parties. She would say to me Sherry May just keep moving! And I did anytime she called, I came running. She was my inspiration to keep on going...love you Susan.

Susan was a pure delight and a supporter of me and my work as a fine art photographer. I loved her as I am sure everyone who knew her did. The world has lost a bright light!