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07/25/1917
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Sybil KESTEN Obituary
KESTEN, Sybil Joy (Pullan)
Sybil Joy Pullan Kesten passed away in Portland OR, June 3, 2012 of natural causes. She was 94. She is survived by her brother, four children, three grandchildren and three great grandchildren.
Sybil Pullan was born on July 25, 1917 in Toronto, Canada. In 1936, Sybil graduated with her BA from the University of Toronto.
In 1951, her husband Norman's job took the family to Osburn, Idaho, the community where Sybil would raise her family. She helped organize Camp Fire Girls, Cub Scouts and Boy Scouts groups. She organized clothing drives and rummage sales. Sybil was an active member of the local PTA and community theater groups. In the early 1960s, Sybil taught junior high school in nearby Wallace and Kellogg.
In 1974, Sybil and Norman moved to New York City and settled in Manhattan. In 2003, Sybil moved to Portland to be near her children.
Sybil was loved as a generous and open soul. She enjoyed art and created a number of wonderful water and oil paintings. She invited strangers into her home and treated everyone with kindness. She greeted each day with an optimistic spirit.
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Memories and Condolences
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Russell Pullan
June 1, 2022
I have good memories of Sybil taking Reena and me to experimental theatre events around Manhattan. She was an adventuresome spirit and generous with her time and love.
Also, 2022 marks the passing of my dad, the last of the Harry & Rose Pullan children.
Sybil, Eleanor, Marjorie, Ruth & David - you are missed!
Deb Schallert
June 11, 2020
I will always miss my dear mother-in-law. Lucky me to have Sybil. She was wonderful in every way.
Elizabeth Bligh
June 2, 2020
It was wonderful to reminisce about Sybil at our family Zoom meeting. We were delighted to see that everyone was still keeping and cherishing the art works that she had given us.
brenda bartell
June 11, 2012
heather, so sorry to read of the death of your mom. what a wonderful life she had. take care of yourself.
June 8, 2012
Heather and family, I'm so very sorry for your loss and may all the wonderful memories you all have help guide and compfort you during this difficult time. In reading the story of her life I learned what a great life she lived and what a difference she made in so many peoples lives. God Bless you all. Much love, Jeanne and Greg
Lisa Allen
June 8, 2012
Nancy,I am sorry to hear of the loss of your mother.My thoughts are with you.Lisa Allen(Gearhart,Oregon)
Christina Scott Lambert
June 7, 2012
I so much enjoyed working with Sybil and her family in the Osburn Camp Fire groups. Our thoughts are with you all.
June 7, 2012
HI Deb and Michael,
Sybil looked like a very fine lady.There is kindness in her face.A gentle soul from young to older. Sorry for your loss of such a dear person. Hugs.
Deb Schallert
June 7, 2012
I couldn't have had a more wonderful mother-in-law. Gave me a thoughtful, loving husband and best friend. I loved her dearly and will miss her.
June 7, 2012
Sybl will be missed. I really enjoyed all my visits with her. Take Care
Barbie Enkelis (Robison)
Elizabeth Volpé Bligh
June 7, 2012
Everyone who knew Sybil loved her. We will all miss her kindness, generosity and warm spirit! I am grateful that she gave us some of her wonderful ceramic creations, which always remind me of her. I always felt connected to Sybil. My mother used to absented-mindedly call me by her name when I was young, since Sybil and I shared a great love of the arts.
Russell Pullan
June 7, 2012
I will remember Sybil for her wit, generosity of spirit, and artistic talent. She was also a wonderful aunt and guide to a lifelong love affair with New York. Russ
Dan Johnson
June 7, 2012
I will miss picking up Sybil when we would all go out to dinner, know matter what I was driving she would always say " what a nice car". Rest in Peace Sybil. Love , Dan
Barry Lilly
June 7, 2012
Sorry to read of your loss. My thoughts are with you.
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