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Jill Garrow Obituary


JILL GARROW
December 12, 1942 ~ April 24, 2017

Jill Garrow, passed away on April 24, 2017, in Vancouver, WA at the age of 74. The youngest of five children, Jill was born on Dec. 12, 1942 to Russ and Clara Yockey. She moved to Eugene, OR in her early years and graduated from North Eugene High School in 1960.
After high school, Jill attended Oregon State University and Southern Oregon College graduating with a degree in Education. She continued her education at Lewis and Clark College and the University of Portland.
Throughout her career, Jill got to experience amazing jobs like being a radio weather girl in Eugene and working for Fashion Enterprises in Portland, OR. Her favorite job was teaching in Central Point, OR, Eugene and the Vancouver School District. After 22 years, she retired in 2010.
After retirement, Jill loved finding new things to do and see. Her favorite things were traveling, meeting new people, volunteering at New Heights Church and the Food Bank, and participating in charity walks. Through her faith and wonderful friends she found such peace and joy.
Jill was married 26 years and is survived by her children, Russ and Jane; grandchildren, Lauren and John; brother, Kent Yockey; and sister, Lois Jones.
She was preceded in death by her parents; and brothers, Jay and Tim Yockey.
She "fought the good fight", she "finished the race"
and she "kept the faith". 2Timothy 4:7
Services will be held at New Heights (Main) Church in Vancouver, WA on Sat., May 13, 2017 at 11:00.am.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be mailed to Rose Haven, PO Box 10405, Portland, OR 97296. Phone: 503.248.6364.
Please send condolences to:
www.evergreenmemorialgardens.com
and www.columbian.com/obits.

Published by The Columbian on May 7, 2017.
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Jill was a sweet neighbor when I was a child. I am so glad she was a Christian.

Cindy Inman Vinsonhaler

Neighbor

June 8, 2017

I didn't know Jill well. Met her two years ago at LA Fitness. She would make the rounds at LA Fitness and make everyone feel good and smile. She was a good listener and wise lady. She made everyone feel as though they knew her for a lifetime. She loved people and talking about the good things in life. She made a difference. RIP

Don Brunell

May 30, 2017

Dearest Russ and Jane,
Thinking of you at this sad time. Have many fond and fun memories of your mom. With sympathy and love,
Florette and Mike Lavelle

May 18, 2017

Jane~ I'm so sorry to learn of your mom's passing. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.

Kathy Ezetta-

May 11, 2017

Russ and Jane...you have our love and sympathy...we enjoyed knowing your mom for many years. A very special lady. God hold you and your families in His loving arms and give you His Peace. Dale and Nancy Giles

Nancy and Dale Giles

May 9, 2017

I'm so sorry to hear about Jill's passing. I was one of the people she volunteered with at New Heights. Just this past December we were working together to prep the candles ready for the Christmas Eve Candlelight services. She was always willing to lend a hand wherever needed. Every email request for help she replied with "I'd Love to help, count me in!" Such a positive attitude and serving heart.

Teri Davis

May 8, 2017

Russ and Jane,
I'm sorry to hear of your mother's passing. I gave you two piano lessons a long time ago and enjoyed coming to your house and spending time with your family.

Cardiff Fossand

May 8, 2017

Dearest Russ and Lauren - May you be comforted by the outpouring of love surrounding you. Peace and love to you.

Jane Cook

Friend

May 6, 2017

Russ and Lauren - I am so sorry for your loss. Her memory will be with you always.

Kristy Weaver

May 4, 2017

Mrs. Garrow was my second grade teacher in 1996, along with several friends and family of mine at Fruit Valley Elementary school.

More recently, she was a patient of ours, where we were reacquainted, 20 years later.
She was such a joyful person, so positive and full of life.

She will be missed by the Knopp family.

Samantha Geile

Student

May 4, 2017

Russ & Lauren, May you both be comforted by your favorite memories.

John McDonagh

April 28, 2017

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