In Memoriam

Our heartfelt prayers and condolences go out to the families of the following individuals. Requiescat in pace.

Clarissa Weber Huffman ’48 passed away on May 15, 2021, at the age of 95. She attended the University of Idaho for one year before transferring to the School of Nursing at UP. In 1948, she married W. Wayne Huffman and later had two children. She worked as a nurse in various locations for over 30 years. She is survived by her two children, one granddaughter, and three great-grandchildren.

J. Eugene Popma ’48 died on June 11, 2020, at the age of 97. He married his wife, Lorraine, in 1943. They were married for 67 years, and he would often say they had a 67-year love affair. They were avid skiers at Mt. Bachelor, they traveled around the world, and they enjoyed hiking, tennis, and playing bridge with close friends. He would often sing to his wife. His favorite tune was the Nat King Cole song “Sweet Lorraine.” Gene began his professional career as a CPA in the Portland area. He was a loving husband to Lorraine and a good father to his four children.

John W. Murray ’49 passed away January 30, 2020, at the age of 93. During his senior year of high school, John was drafted into the Army, serving his country in the Philippines and in Japan during World War II. He continued his education at Loras College, UP, and University of Illinois, earning his bachelor’s degree and two master’s degrees. After 34 rewarding years in the field of physical education, he retired. John was a true patriot, a man of high ideals. Honesty, integrity, kindness, and caring were his strongest qualities. Loving husband, devoted father, and fond grandfather and great-grandfather.

James Brady ’50 passed away on June 15, 2021, at the age of 93. A longtime Vancouver resident and first-generation Irish-American, he grew up in Portland where he attended Holy Redeemer, Columbia Prep, and the University of Portland. After serving in the army during the Korean War, Jim moved to Vancouver with his wife, Gloria, where they raised four children. He owned O’Brady’s DriveIn for many years and sold it to his daughter Susie upon retirement. Jim is remembered as a beloved father and grandfather and a man who never knew a stranger. He is survived by his wife of 65 years, his two daughters, and seven grandchildren, and is preceded in death by his son, Tim.

Gene Feltz ’50 passed away on July 25, 2021. After attending Columbia Prep and serving in the US Navy, Gene attended the University of Portland for two years until 1948 when he enrolled in law school at the University of Santa Clara. He was one of the founders of Portland’s Blanchet House. Gene met and married Elizabeth “Betty” Louise Altstock in 1952. Together they raised nine children, and enjoyed an active social life both in Portland and their beloved Cannon Beach. Gene and Betty were married 66 years at the time of her death in 2018. He will be missed by his many beloved family and friends.

James Robbins ’50 died on April 24, 2021. A veteran of World War II, Jim served in the Navy and was stationed in Iwo Jima during the invasion of Okinawa. He chronicled this time with letters held dear by his family. A member of the University Club of Portland, where he served as president in 1988, Jim’s stories and memory will forever remain a part of the club’s history. He is survived by his sisters, his daughter, two grandchildren, and his great-granddaughter.

Richard L. Wells ’50 passed away on May 3, 2021, at the age of 95. He served in the US Army Infantry during World War II. He later graduated from UP with a degree in business administration. He met and fell in love with Joan Harmon whom he married in 1952. He worked for 35 years at the Bank of California and an additional seven years with various Christian organizations. He is survived by three daughters, nine grandchildren, and 17 great-grandchildren.

Francis Reichert ’52 passed away on April 5, 2021, at the age of 90, with his wife at his side. After graduating from UP with an engineering degree, he was hired by the US Army Corps of Engineers, where he worked for 33 years. In 1952 Frank met Helen Bernice Wallace, whom he married in 1955. Together they raised four children. A devout Catholic, Frank was active in church activities. He is survived by his brother, sister, wife, four children, and three grandchildren.

James Givnan Jr. ’53 passed away on June 15, 2021. Born in Seattle in 1930, Jim attended both the University of Oregon and the University of Portland. He served in the US Air Force where he attained the rank of captain, flying C-130 aircraft. After working for Boeing, Jim established a practice as a patent agent. He lived in the Sunset Heights neighborhood of Portland for more than 50 years, his greatest joy being time spent with his wife, children, grandchildren, and loyal dog Doodles. Jim is described as “ever one to see the bright side of life” and will be missed by many.

John A. DeBenedetti ’57 passed away peacefully on April 29, 2021, at the age of 85. Following graduation from UP, he became an accountant. He was blessed with a large and loving family and was married for 58 years. He is survived by his wife, five children, five grandchildren, and his sisters. He will be greatly missed for his silly sense of humor and remembered for his love of the Oregon Coast and enjoyment of a good game of bocce ball.

Jack B. Scrivens ’57 died on April 22, 2021, at the age of 87, in the home he shared with his beloved wife, Shirley. Jack was an educator and coach at Reed College from 1961 until his retirement as the

assistant director of physical education in 1999. Jack is survived by his wife, his sister, nieces, nephews, stepchildren, and step-grandson.

Neil Franklin Woolsey ’57 passed away on June 20, 2021, at Valley Senior Living in Grand Forks, ND. In his early life, Neil’s family worked the fruit industry jobs in Washington. His family settled in Vancouver, WA. While at UP, he earned a bachelor of science in chemistry, followed by a graduate degree in organic chemistry from the University of Wisconsin, Madison. Neil was hired in 1965 as a professor of organic chemistry by the University of North Dakota where he spent his teaching career researching chemistry and advising students. He is preceded in death by his son, Spencer. Neil is survived by his siblings; his beloved wife, Marilyn; and his daughters.

John Bukovi Jr. ’58 passed away on March 1, 2021, at the age of 86 in Vancouver, WA. Early in his career he had a one-year position with the District Court of Oregon, followed by a 37-year banking career, working in Oregon, Utah, Montana, and lastly in the Vancouver area. He married Donna Carlsen and had a blended family of five adult children and seven grandchildren. Survivors include Donna, one son, four grandchildren, one stepdaughter, and three step-grandchildren.

Richard J. Decker ’59 died on April 20, 2021, of complications from pneumonia. Upon graduating from high school in 1952, he enlisted in the US Army. Later, he returned to Vancouver and enrolled at UP, graduating with a degree in economics. He married Arlene Cooper in 1956 and raised their family together. He was a devoted husband, father, brother, son, grandfather, greatgrandfather, and friend to many. He is survived by his wife, his two children, five grandchildren, and three great-grandchildren.

Judith Ann (Sweeney) Jenny ’59 passed away peacefully on July 11, 2021. A proud Pilot, Judy graduated with her BA in nursing. She met her husband, Duncan, in Hawai'i while on a blind date, marrying him in Honolulu in the autumn of 1963. They raised two sons, Patrick and Paul, in Hawai'i. After moving to Washington in 1981, Judy worked as a medical assistant until retiring in 1999. She loved garage sales and gardening and had a knack for beautifully wrapping Christmas presents. A loving mother and grandmother, Judy will be greatly missed by those who knew and loved her.

Hugh Henry Kalani ’59 died on April 29, 2021, at the age of 86. He attended both the University of Portland and Portland State University. He married Ramona Falk, and they had three children together. In his spare time, he enjoyed participating in many activities including playing soccer, exercising, camping, spending time with his family, and even skydiving with his grandsons. Hugh is survived by his wife, children, and grandsons.

Steven Pongracz-Bartha ’60 died on April 6, 2020, at the age of 81. Steven was born in Hungary and lived there until 1944 when his family

CONTINUED ON PAGE 45 Jackson June 24, 1929–April 21, 2021 Jackson Winters ’51 died peaceWinters fully in Portland, OR, on April 21, 2021. Considered by many to be the Jackie Robinson of Portland amateur basketball, Jackson was one of the first African Americans to make the Portland High School All-City basketball team, and the first African American to play basketball at the University of Portland, where he was a four-year letterman for the Pilots. By the end of his college career, he’d scored 1,033 points (and this without the three-point line). After Jackson finished playing basketball for the Pilots, he played for the Original Harlem Globetrotters. In 1954, Jackson married his high school girlfriend, Marilyn Whaley, and together they raised two children. Jackson also played and coached basketball in Montreal, Canada, for the Montreal Coutu Huskies and, as a player-coach, with the Northern Oilers; additionally, he coached the Loyola University Warriors of Montreal to the Ottawa Valley–St. Lawrence Athletic Conference Championship. After moving with Marilyn and their children to Southern California, Jackson worked for more than 30 years as an investment advisor and in the oil industry. He founded his own investment firm and an oil company—Great Western Drilling. Jackson is predeceased by Marilyn and survived by their children, Jackson and Lauren; three grandchildren; one sister; and a host of family, relatives, and friends.

Marcus Covert

July 22, 1960–July 4, 2021

ADAM GUGGENHEIM

Marcus Covert ’93, ’97, senior writer and associate editor of this magazine, passed away surrounded by family on July 4, 2021. He was a wonderful colleague, a kind friend, a devoted family man, and an immensely gifted writer and editor. As the story goes, Brian Doyle, the late editor of Portland magazine, published a piece of Marc’s writing and then promptly had the good sense to steal Marcus away from the registrar’s office to come work for him. And so, Marcus became a part of the history and scaffolding and legacy of Portland magazine.

Marcus came to the job with a lot of writing experience, having worked for the River City Sun (a North Portland community paper) where he was a cartoonist and photographer and wrote a regular fishing column. (When I reached out to a writer in Montana to convey the sad news of Marcus’s passing, the writer responded that he has caught more trout with the trout flies that Marcus tied for him than with any other. I loved that detail.)

Like Marcus’s dad, the late James T. Covert, who chaired the history department at UP, Marcus loved history. On my first day on the job, Marcus gave me a copy of his dad’s book, the definitive history of UP, A Point of Pride. It couldn’t have had a better title. I could sense the pride Marcus had when he gave me the book. It made sense, this pride. UP was one of the homes where Marcus grew up. Both his parents were alums, as is his wife Julia ’99. All five of his siblings attended UP as well. Marcus always wanted the best for this place. He believed in it. And that showed in his work.

Under his pen, people, stories, and histories came alive. Marcus could focus his curiosity and love for a good story toward any assignment that came his way. That early essay, which won a silver award in higher-ed publications, was about an archaeologist who studied ancient histories in Peru. Marcus recently won an award for a profile of an alum who builds affordable housing in Portland. He always came back beaming from an interview, no matter who the person or what their expertise may have been. He loved talking to people, hearing what made them tick, waiting for the moment of the interview where a person most revealed who they are.

Most important, Marcus was a loving spouse and dad. He loved his family so much. They were his priority. This was clear. He spoke of his wife, Julia, and his kids, Ollie and Sally, all the time.

Marc was also funny. Oh, his quick wit. It was always at the ready. A story to illustrate:

About three weeks before Marcus’s death, my car got stolen in the morning and then found in the afternoon. A bit of a headspinner of a day. We lost our bike rack and our children’s car seats. But on the dashboard, we gained a pair of reading glasses and a pair of brass knuckles. Marcus had been on leave for a couple of months by this point, but I just had to tell him about it. I mean, it was unfortunate, but it was a story. We loved stories. So I texted him the details.

His response—so brilliant and quick—came via text moments later:

“I think every editor should have brass knucks displayed prominently in his or her office.”

Oh, I laughed and laughed.

I miss you terribly, Marcus. You were a wonderful colleague and friend, and I learned from you. I learned about the deeper meaning of this place. Thank you for selflessly welcoming me into the fold. And now that I’ve finished writing these lines, I really just want to show them to you, so you can suggest, in your gentle editorial way, how I might revise and improve. —Jessica Murphy Moo

escaped from the advancing Russian forces. As displaced persons, the family was granted permission to immigrate to the United States in 1951 and eventually settled in Portland. After graduating from UP, he went to work for the US Forest Service as a road design engineer. Steven is survived by his wife of 56 years, his three children, and three grandchildren.

James R. Brady ’62 passed away peacefully on June 6, 2021. Jim graduated from UP with a bachelor’s degree in engineering science. After serving in the United States Air Force for 20 years, he worked as a systems engineer until retirement. An active parishioner at Holy Apostles Catholic Church, Jim celebrated a life filled with faith, family, and friendship. He leaves behind his beloved wife, five loving children, and 17 grandchildren.

Kenneth E. Handel ’62 and Sally C. Handel passed away April 17, 2021 and April 20, 2021, respectively. Ken and Sally were married for 69 years and grew up in the same Portland neighborhood. Both were active members of the community. Ken attended Lewis & Clark College, obtained an MBA from UP in 1962, and worked for numerous savings associations. Ken was a talented painter of landscapes, and Sally excelled at needlepoint and was a voracious reader of fiction. They are survived by their two children and three grandchildren.

John F. Lawler ’62 passed away on May 31, 2021. John was a UP music major and during his time at the University, he built a harpsichord alongside Holy Cross priest and music professor Br. Remy Amdt, CSC. Before his passing, it was John’s wish for his harpsichord to be donated to the University’s music department, where it now resides, for UP students to enjoy, admire, and play.

Larry Mason ’63 passed away on April 30, 2021, after a six-month battle with cancer at the age of 80. Larry graduated from UP and later received his medical degree from University of Oregon’s School of Medicine in 1967. He served two years in the US Air Force and then spent his 43-year career as a pediatrician. He gave his whole heart to many and in so doing inspired us to be better people. His spirit is carried on by his wife, children, grandchildren, brothers, and hundreds of relatives, patients, and friends.

Joseph McGinley ’63 died on February 1, 2021, his wife at his side. Joe earned his bachelor’s degree in business administration from UP and was a member of Alpha Kappa Psi. While serving in the US Air Force, he met the love of his life, Maureen. Joe is remembered as a respected businessman, a beloved friend and neighbor, an avid racquetball player, and the type of man who could be counted on to make those around him laugh. He is survived by his wife, his daughters, and four grandchildren.

Walter “Wally” Shepard ’63 died on July 31, 2021 with his wife, Mary, by his side. After graduating from UP with a bachelor’s in education, he completed a master’s of education at Lewis & Clark. In the early 1960s, Walter began what would be a 50-year career as an eighth-grade teacher, coach, and athletic director at All Saints School in Portland. Walter is described by his family and friends as kind, gentle, thoughtful, honest, and humble. He is survived by his loving wife, Mary; sister, Helen Greenan; 11 nieces and nephews; and 21 greatnieces and nephews.

Joseph Simone ’63 passed away on May 13, 2020, at the age of 83. Joe graduated high school in 1954 and enlisted in the Navy. In 1958 he married Christine Brolliar and started a family while attending UP, where he received a degree in business administration. He ran several businesses in the Portland area while raising five children. Joe was a devout Catholic, a beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather, a caring brother, and a loyal friend. He is survived by his three sons and two daughters.

Kevin Sullivan ’63 died on July 3, 2021. He was a major in the US Army at Tripler Army Medical Center in Honolulu, HI, from 1971 to 1974 and practiced neurology in Medford, OR, from 1974 until his retirement in 2015. In his free time, Kevin enjoyed playing his guitar and never passed up an opportunity to play with family or friends. He also relished decorating for Halloween, his favorite time of year. Kevin is survived by his wife of 38 years, Sandra; his three children from his first marriage; his three stepchildren; eleven grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and best friend of 44 years, Michael. Steven Hendricks Lieser ’64, ’68 passed away on February 2, 2021, at the age of 80. Steve graduated from UP with a bachelor of science in industrial engineering and, later, an MBA. On a blind date in 1967, he met the love of his life, his wife, Kathy Christensen. Steve is survived by his wife, son, daughter, and granddaughter.

James Nahorney ’65 passed away on May 24, 2021. Jim grew up surrounded by a large family. Working in the summer pitching hay and hoeing weeds, he quickly developed a knack for challenging work. After graduating from UP, he served in the US Air Force and, later, enrolled at the University of Oregon to become a teacher. Once there, he met his wife, Kathleen, a fellow teacher with whom he spent the rest of his life. In retirement, Jim and Kathleen found joy in travel, gardening, and watching football together in their warm home. A beloved husband, father, and grandfather, he will be deeply missed.

David Frank Fisher ’66 died peacefully on March 12, 2021, at the age of 76. He attended UP and earned a degree in engineering science. He spent almost his entire career at NASA Dryden Flight Research Facility at Edwards Air Force in California as a research engineer. He married Patsy Janora Fisher in 1970 and raised his family. He enjoyed traveling and playing golf. He is survived by his wife, two sons, two granddaughters, and three sisters.

Sr. Joyce Ann Kennedy ’68 died on May 5, 2021. Shortly after graduating

from St. Ann’s Academy in 1945, she joined the Congregation of the Sisters of St. Ann in 1947 and began a teaching career that would span almost 40 years. She received a master’s degree in education from UP and a master’s in history from Western Washington University. She was devoted to helping students thrive despite challenges, teaching students with special needs for 12 years. She is survived by members of her religious community, her sister, and many nieces and nephews.

Michael Allen Raschio ’69 passed away on April 11, 2021, at the age of 73. He was a very social person who loved being with his friends and family. At mealtime he would say, “Mangia! Mangia!”, words that will forever be a reminder of his vivacious personality and his joy of experiencing good food with family and friends. Mike is survived by his high school sweetheart, Patricia Raschio, and their son, daughters, and four grandchildren.

Velda Virginia Werner Sutton ’70, ’72 passed away on June 28, 2021. The youngest of seven children, Velda grew up working on her family’s dairy farm. Upon marrying her husband, Keven, she continued to work, doing everything from driving trucks and hoeing mint to picking berries and beans. In 1965 she began driving a school bus and, within a few years, realized what she wanted to do: teach. She went on to teach at Kenton and Ascension Schools in Portland, and in Washington worked as a principal at Lewisville Middle, Amboy Middle, and Prairie High School. She is described by family as “a pistol” and will be tremendously missed. She is survived by three children, her seven grandchildren, and numerous great-grandchildren.

Michael M. Broun ’71 died on February 13, 2021, at the age of 74. He graduated from UP with his bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering. Mike served in the US Navy during the Vietnam War. He went on to have a career in mechanical engineering and raise three daughters with his wife, Linda. Mike enjoyed traveling, backpacking, horseback riding, camping, woodworking, and golfing. He is survived by Linda, their three daughters, and three grandchildren.

Jay Emerson Decker ’71 passed away on June 28, 2021. Jay graduated from the University of Iowa in 1965 and became a smokejumper in the backcountry of the Pacific Northwest. He received a master’s in education from the University of Portland in 1971. He was an avid hunter, traveler, motorcycle enthusiast, and lover of dogs. Having lived a life full of adventure, he would tell you that some of his happiest moments were spent sitting in the sun in his own backyard, enjoying the company of his loved ones. Jay is survived by his wife, Sue; his daughters; and his six grandchildren.

Bernice Senti Pluchos ’72, ’78 passed away at her home on July 15, 2021. Bernice married Edward Sullivan in 1953, and together they had four sons. Ed passed away in 1971. Bernice remarried to Gus Pluchos, and together they were parents to eight children (Bernice’s four boys and Gus’s two girls and two boys). Bernice completed her BA in communications from UP in 1972 and her masters in reading. She was a high school and elementary school teacher in Washington’s Washougal and Evergreen school districts. Bernice is survived by six of her eight children. One son, George, and one daughter, Patricia, preceded Bernice in her death.

William “Scott” Lake Jr. ’73 died Sunday, July 11, 2021, in Duluth, MN, surrounded by his wife and daughters. Scott spent the majority of his adult life in Portland, where he taught middle school math and science for 28 years. Scott remained a lifelong Portland Pilots fan. He was a dedicated ‘Pepa’ who loved teaching his granddaughter to identify plants and flowers. In addition to his parents, he is predeceased by his previous wife and the mother of his children, Janet Stuart. He is survived by his wife, Diane Koosed; his daughters; and granddaughter.

Frederick “Mickey” Preymak ’76 passed away on March 25, 2021. He completed his master’s degree from UP. Mickey started his teaching career at Brocklehurst Junior Secondary School in Kamloops, BC, then moved to Westsyde Secondary, where he spent the remainder of his teaching years. Mickey enjoyed the outdoors, especially activities such as skiing, hiking, fishing, and hunting. He is survived by his two sons and four grandchildren.

Keith Spindler ’77 peacefully passed away May 25, 2021, at the age of 79. He received a master of science in administration of justice from UP. He married his wife, Hermogena Salvaterain, in 1965 and became a Clark County Deputy in 1972. He was a veteran for the US Air Force and the Army Reserves. His hobbies were fishing, working on vintage cars, and telling dad jokes. He is survived by two siblings, three daughters, two stepsons, 15 grandchildren, and many great-grandchildren.

Stephanie Templeton ’80 passed away on May 17, 2021, at the age of 65. Stephanie graduated with a bachelor’s degree in nursing from UP. She was employed as a hospice nurse by Portland Adventist Hospital, where she worked for 37 years until a stroke took her out of the workforce. She will be remembered for her laugh and always putting others before herself. She is survived by her mother, brother, and nephew. She will be deeply missed.

Mike Wilson ’80 passed away unexpectedly on July 12, 2021, from a tragic car accident in Eastern Oregon. He was a well-loved father, son, brother, uncle, grandpa, and friend. Mike attended University of Portland and University of Oxford, graduating with a degree in political science and business. Mike loved regaling his friends and family with tales of travel adventures and antiquing treasure finds. He leaves behind his beloved daughter, treasured mum, sister, nephews and nieces, grandchildren, and loyal canine companion, Oscar.

Lisa Ann Malcom ’81 passed away on April 1, 2021, at the age of 62. She graduated

Judith December 31, 1946–March 11, 2021

Montgomery Judith Montgomery ’68, ’84 died on March 11, 2021, at the age of 74. She had been in intensive care following a stroke. Judith grew up in Portland and never left. At UP, she got her bachelor’s degree in music and her master’s degree in musical performance. Judith was a marvelous soprano who captivated audiences throughout the Pacific Northwest with her rich, warm, sensitive voice. In the late 1980s, she performed in several Mock’s Crest productions. She was also a featured soloist with The Choral Arts Ensemble of Portland for more than two decades. For 28 years, she taught classical singing, offered musical theater and opera workshops, and taught the intro to fine arts at UP. As the head of the vocal performance department, she trained and coached hundreds of loyal students to be better singers. She loved her students and they loved her. (She even taught her cockatiel, BooBoo, to sing the Queen of the Night aria on key!) Judith and her first husband, Michael Sagun, adopted two children at infancy, Emily and Geoffrey. Judith and Michael were married 26 years before the two decided to divorce. She later married Kerry Montgomery, a friend and fellow UP performer and the lawyer who drew up her divorce papers. Judith loved her children, music (but not country or anything with saxophones!), reading, traveling, puzzles, painting, dogs, good wine, dry martinis, and her husband. Not necessarily in that order, says her husband Kerry. Judith was smart, kind, loving, gentle, talented, caring, sensitive, and wise. The loss of Judith has left many lives with a gaping, unfillable hole. She is and will be missed.

from UP after transferring from Clark College. Lisa was a talented singer and competitive athlete, enjoying basketball, tennis, and bowling. She worked many office jobs but most enjoyed working with elementary children, who were often the bright spot of her day. She is survived by her parents, her two brothers, and her nephew.

Joan Roberta (Pink) Chaichi ’82 died on May 14, 2021. Growing up in The Dalles, Joan spent her childhood on her family’s cherry orchard learning the values of hard work and tenacity that she would uphold throughout her life. She earned her bachelor’s degree in accounting at UP. Joan was both a loving parent and a hard worker, raising two children while establishing herself as a respected member of Consolidated Freightways’ accounting and management team. She is remembered by loved ones as “the glue keeping us connected” and will be greatly missed by her husband, daughter, son, siblings, and beloved “granddogs” Azzurri and Lilly.

Larry Meneghin ’82 passed away on April 5, 2020. Larry served in the US Air Force after graduating high school in 1964. In 1972, he married his wife, Judith, and moved to Oregon. Soon after, their two sons, Anthony and Jeffrey, were born. He began taking classes at UP while working for Tektronix and graduated with a degree in electrical engineering. Later, he taught in UP’s electrical engineering lab. Some students became lifelong friends. After retiring in 2004, he moved to Hawai'i. He was deeply connected to music and loved to perform for those around him. Larry is survived by Judith, their sons, two grandchildren, and his sister.

Lori Wallace Miller ’82 died on March 1, 2021, at the age of 62. She passed away peacefully at home with her children and eldest grandson at her side. She took her UP nursing education and found one of her biggest passions: being a labor and delivery nurse. Lori had over 37 years of dedicated experience in the nursing field and finished out her working career as a school nurse before retiring in 2017. Survivors include two siblings, two children, and six grandchildren.

William “Dean” Thompson ’87 passed away on May 2, 2021, at his home in Vancouver, WA, at the age of 61. After graduating from high school in 1979 he enlisted in the US Air Force. After his time in the service, he returned home and completed a bachelor’s degree at UP. Dean enjoyed skiing, hunting, and spending time with his wife, Lynn, and his grandchildren. He will be missed dearly by his wife, his children, and his grandchildren.

Peter Kwong ’92 passed away on June 16, 2021. A director of assurance for Portland accounting firm Perkins & Co., Peter was well-loved and respected by his friends, colleagues, and community. He was a Portland Business Journal 40 Under 40 award winner and named a “significant alumni” by the University of Portland’s Pamplin School of Business. He was also a huge soccer fan of both the Portland Timbers and Thorns. In his honor, Perkins & Co. will be setting up a

Isley Cachero January 11, 1998–April 3, 2021

Isley Cachero ’20, of Honolulu, passed away peacefully on April 3, 2021, at the age of 23. Isley will be remembered as a hardworking, determined, fun, and easygoing guy who could make a friend anywhere he went. Among his passions were paddling for Saint Louis and for Waikiki Surf Club, travel (especially to Japan), all-things-sports, and good food (he was a foodie at heart). And he also loved University of Portland and his tight-knit friends in the Villa Maria dorm. In 2019, Isley was diagnosed with Diffuse Intrinsic Pontine Glioma (DIPG), a rare and aggressive tumor on the brain stem. He fought every single day not knowing when it would be the last, and he became a support to others who had the same diagnosis and were walking a similar path. Isley was able to accomplish his dream of graduating from UP alongside his friends, with a bachelor in business administration in operations and technology management in 2020. The last few weeks for Isley were difficult, but his spirit never faltered. As one Villa-friend noted: “Isley’s work ethic and grit inspired many not to give up when life gets tough.” In his final days, Isley had time to say goodbye to friends and family, and he passed while surrounded by loved ones. His family feels Isley will be watching and guiding us from heaven. Isley will be deeply missed by all who knew him. He is survived by his parents, siblings, and extended family.

UP scholarship for accounting majors. He is survived by his wife and two children. He will be deeply missed.

Cynthia Lee Armstrong ’93 passed away on May 22, 2021. After graduating with her associate’s degree, Cindy went on to earn a degree in music education. Later, she earned her master’s from UP and taught for 29 years in the Kelso School District as an elementary music specialist. She also taught piano and flute lessons in her home and was a proud member of her church’s choir and a former flutist in the SW Washington Symphony. Cindy is survived by her mother, Colleene, and many cousins.

Colonel Michael Warren Moyles ’94 passed away on March 27, 2020, at the age of 47 after a battle with brain cancer. Upon graduation, he received his commission to the US Air Force and was stationed at Tinker Air Force Base. His 23-year career took him around the country, and Mike was most comfortable speaking and teaching. His favorite places to speak were Officers Christian Fellowship, Young Life, bible studies, and the many churches that hosted him. Survivors include his wife, their daughter, his mother, and one sister. He will be sorely missed.

Justin Douglas Ward ’00, ’02 died unexpectedly on March 7, 2021, at the age of 43. He moved back to Bend after graduating from UP and worked in his family business. Later, he built a successful business with his brother-in-law. He enjoyed working the land on his farm with his three young sons and looking for new adventures. Survivors include his parents and sisters; numerous nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, and cousins; his wife, Amy; and their boys.

Suzanne Zeitouni ’02 passed away on May 12, 2021, at the age of 41, surrounded by her husband and daughter, after a three-year battle with cancer. She attended UP where she majored in biology, and later got her PhD in Biomedical Sciences at Tulane University. She worked as a research scientist at the department of molecular and cellular medicine at Texas A&M University. Her unmatched generosity and zest for life attested to the beautiful person she was, inside and out. She is survived by her husband and their daughter, her father, mother, sister, and brother.

FACULTY, STAFF, FRIENDS

Elizabeth Cebula passed away on September 9, 2021. Elizabeth grew up in Northeast Portland and attended The Madeleine, Holy Child Academy, and Marylhurst College, where she earned her education degree. Her husband, Leonard, graduated from Columbia Prep in 1948, then earned a business administration degree from UP in 1953, and returned for his MBA in 1975. All four of their children attended and graduated from UP: Mike ’81, Phil ’81, Eileen ’82, and John ’86. Two of her grandsons, Daniel ’13 and Ryan ’16, also graduated from UP. The Cebula Family Endowed Scholarship was established in 1999 by Leonard and Elizabeth. Elizabeth attended the annual scholarship luncheon each year, and she loved connecting with students.