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Andrea MacLeod Obituary
11/26/1951 - 04/18/2025
Andrea Purdy MacLeod, passed away, in Portland, Ore., at the age of 73. Born in California, she was the beloved sister of Bill and Harry. Andrea's early education at San Domenico Catholic School fostered lifelong friendships and a deep appreciation for the piano. Andrea later studied architecture at Lewis & Clark College and the University of Oregon, beginning her career in San Francisco before returning to Portland, where she renovated her own home. In the 1980s, she returned to California where she met and married Ian MacLeod, becoming stepmother to four children. After retiring in Portland, Andrea pursued painting, ceramics, acting, and modeling. Known for her elegance, humor, and vibrant personality, Andrea touched many lives with her wit and warmth. Her memory will continue to inspire all who knew her.
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Katherine Ross
June 5, 2025
Andrea felt like a long lost sister since the moment I met her. A classy dame with a naughty sense of humor. Just the perfect combination. We met later in life but I think we made up for lost time. She had strong moral compass, a fierce intellect and a kind heart. I will miss her forever and will always smile when I think of her.
Katherine Rouzie
June 1, 2025
Although Andrea and I were both at Lewis and Clark College in overlapping years, knew some of the same people and even went to some of the same parties, I first remember meeting her some years later, maybe in 1980 through mutual friends. She was and remained a lovely woman and terrific friend, talented architect and a person who was firmly rooted in the humanities, in humane values. Her Portland friends were fortunate that she and Ian returned-she was a superb hostess, a generous and kind friend, and up for adventures of all kind. She leaves a legacy of happy memories for those fortunate enough to have enjoyed her company. Thank you, Andrea, for sharing your intellect, your values and your creativity with us. You are missed, and you will be in my heart forever.
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