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SHOSHANNA PORTER
Shoshanna Porter, 62, died July 22, 2013 of breast cancer.
She retired from Clark College as Dept. Chair of Electronic Technology. After retiring, she followed her life-long dream of becoming a certified chaplain and was employed by Providence ElderPlace.
Staff and friends remember her especially
for her gentle presence and giving nature.
Gardening, reading, and going to the beach were some of the passions that fed her life that she then so generously shared with friends and ElderPlace residents and staff.
Shoshanna is survived by her wife, Anke Matoga; her mother, Doris Porter; and sister, Kathleen Porter.
She was preceded in death by her father, Alan Porter.
A memorial service will be held at a later date.
Please sign her guestbook at: www.columbian.com/obits.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Comfort to you Anke.
August 9, 2013
I was gifted to know Shoshanna as both friend and colleague and to serve as the chair for her ecclesial endorsement as a chaplain. Shoshanna: Presente!
John Boylan
August 8, 2013
Missing you Shoshanna.
Jennifer Shay
August 4, 2013
I'm so sorry to read this. Shoshanna and I were in the CPE program together as she was becoming a chaplain and I was becoming a UU parish minister. It was lovely to have another UU in the program, and I admired her gentleness and strength. I"m so sorry for your loss.
Marcia Stanard
August 2, 2013
I am a Catholic priest and not so long ago I offered monthly Masses at Elderplace and Shoshana welcomed me and participated with us. She was always so gracious and kind and conscientious about "rounding up" those who wished to pray. I am happy to know more about her good life and I give her to God along with all her dear Anke and her loved ones to enjoy the goodness of God and the joy of heaven. Peace to you, Father John McGrann
August 2, 2013
FYI
The Memorial Service for Shoshanna Porter has been scheduled.
Date: Thursday, August 8th , 2013
Time: 4 o'clock pm.
Location: Day Center at Cully ElderPlace
Address: 5119 NE 57th Ave, Portland, OR 97218
Phone:(503) 215-8050
In addition to music, readings and eulogy, a main focus of the service will be a time for the Sharing of Memories and Stories, you may have of Shoshanna and of her impact on you and others.
“Tea for the Soul,” with light refreshments, will be provided after the Service with a time for informal gathering, sharing, and mutual support.
Dale Carr
August 2, 2013
Love and peace to you Anke. She loved you SO much. Always speaking of you with love and joy. You filled her life with love, peace and purpose. We will miss her dearly.
Jennifer
July 31, 2013
Dear Anke,
May our God of love and grace be with you and your family and friends in your loss of Shoshanna.
Bill Carr and Beng-Imm, CPSP Colleagues
Bill and Beng-Imm Carr-Low
July 30, 2013
Shoshanna was always gracious whenever we chatted while we both were employed at Clark College. So glad she could follow her dream after retirement. That is a priceless gift.
Donna Roberge
donna roberge
July 29, 2013
Shoshanna and I began at Clark around the same time in the mid 70's. She had a gracious and gentle manner I always admired. My deepest sympathies to her family.
Peggy Moore
July 28, 2013
Shoshanna was a kind and gentle soul and a supportive supervisor. She made a positive difference in the lives of students and faculty in her 30 plus years teaching at Clark College.
Jim Malinowski
July 28, 2013
Dear Anke and Family,
Please know that we are holding you all in prayer during these transitional days.
Larry and Mary Hansen
July 28, 2013
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