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Jean Lauer Obituary
Portland, OR - Jean Ann Lauer, 69, of Portland, Oregon, formerly of Prospect, Ohio, passed away on January 30, 2021 at her home after a battle with cancer.
Jean was born March 18, 1951 to John Henry Lauer Jr. and Louise Elizabeth "Betty" (Caudill) Lauer in Marion, OH. She was a 1969 graduate of Elgin High School, graduating third in her class. She also attended The Ohio State University.
Jean moved to Oregon in 1977 and lived there for the remainder of her life. She worked as a marketing director for PepsiCo Oregon for several years and was employed by Comcast for over 15 years. Jean enjoyed spending time on the Oregon Coastline. She loved to snow ski and also to fish for salmon. She was a voracious reader and a lover of art.
She was preceded in death by her parents.
Jean is survived by her three siblings; Mary Lou Lauer of Peoria, AZ, Greg Lauer and Scott Lauer both of Waldo, OH; Nieces Annie (Scott) Kiener, Lacey (Nick) McKenzie, and Taylor (Alex) Kaszer; Great nieces Larkin and Wren Kiener and great nephew Jack McKenzie; former husband Christopher Burskey; and her beloved cat, Bing.
Per her request, there will be no formal memorial service or visitation. Her ashes will be scattered along the Oregon Coastline. Donations can be made to Legacy Hospice of Portland in her honor.
Special thanks goes out to Legacy Hospice of Portland, OR. Also a very special thanks to her dear friend Jole McMurdie.
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Maya Adamovics
March 16, 2021
I just found out about Jean’s passing from Jole today. She was one of a kind for sure. We worked together on the McDonalds account and spent many after hours tipping a few beers. I know she loved her cats and her birds and had a wry and wicked sense of humor. This saddens me greatly
Kevin Cooke
February 19, 2021
I worked with Jean at Comcast and enjoyed every encounter. She always made me laugh. Her sense of humor got me through long meetings! I'll have nothing but fond memories of her and her playful sarcasm that was always right on target. She was wonderfully unique and I'm happy to have known her.
Steve Long
February 10, 2021
Greg and Scott:
Sad to read about the passing of your sister. Sending deepest sympathy.
Fred A Keller
February 6, 2021
Very sad to see this. Went to school with Jean K through 12. Jean was very intelligent, had a great sense of humor and her laugh was the best. This is what I will remember about Jean. My Condolences to Mary Lou, Greg and Scott.
Diana Moe
February 5, 2021
I am saddened to hear of Jeans passing. I have great memories of our time working together at Pepsi. My deepest condolences to her family.
Diana Moe
michael a kiriazis
February 5, 2021
Ah, Jean...one of my oldest and dearest friends. Always a hoot to be with and will forever miss drinking Coors Light with her on the 19th hole at the Stockpot. Cheers Jean!!
Michael Kiriazis
chuck chesnut
February 5, 2021
Pleas accept my condolences for the passing of your sister. May she rest in Peace.
Butch and Brenda Collins
February 5, 2021
Our sincere condolences to our friends Greg, Scott, Mary Lou and the Lauer Family. A life too short but a life well lived in a beautiful part of the our great country that Jean Ann truly loved and appreciated. May she Rest In Peace.
Karen Qualmann
February 4, 2021
So sad to hear of Jean's passing. I have wonderful memories of our friendship throughout our childhoods and high school. Sending thoughts and prayers to family, Mary Lou, Greg and Scott. Take care.
Karen (Oehler) Qualmann
Pauline Gayle Oehler
February 4, 2021
I am so sad. I loved Jean Ann as a child and young lady. She was spirited, smart and talented. My thoughts and prayers go out to Mary Lou, Greg and Scott.
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