Daniel Goodwin was born in 1981 and died in 2022.  He was the longtime and loved partner of WHEEL leader Sharon S.  His Leaf was dedicated on August 3rd, 2026, at St James Cathedral.  In her inimitable way, Sharon remembers him as “a handsome, fine dude.”  He was a talented Portland Art Institute student, and very smart.  He did a lot of looking out for others including his partner Sharon. If you have any memories or photos of Daniel, please comment below.  

Destini Phillips was born in 1981 and died in 2022. Destini was known and loved at the WHEEL Trinity Shelter.  Her Leaf was dedicated on August 3rd, 2026, at St James Cathedral.  If you have any memories or photos of Destini, please comment below.

Lorna “Pinky” White was born in 1967 and died in 2025. Pinky was known and loved at the WHEEL Shelters.  She loved the color pink!  Her Leaf was dedicated on August 3rd, 2026, at St James Cathedral.  If you have any memories or photos of Pinky, please comment below.

Greer Dunaway was born in 1964 and died in 2025. Greer was known and loved at the WHEEL Trinity Shelter.  Her Leaf was dedicated on August 3rd, 2026, at St James Cathedral.  If you have any memories or photos of Greer, please comment below.

Sandra “Sandy” Reyes was born in 1964 and died in 2026.  Her Leaf was dedicated on August 3rd, 2026, at St James Cathedral.  If you have any memories or photos of Sandra, please comment below.

Joseph “Joe” Martinez was born in 1981 and died in housing 2025.  He was the beloved son of Carla Reese. Joe’s Leaf was dedicated on August 3rd, 2026, at St James Cathedral.  If you have any memories or photos of Joe, please comment below.

Mona Gaiter was born in 1968 and died in 2023.  She was a faithful Women in Black participant, a worker for justice and a gifted writer.  She was beloved at WHEEL Trinity Shelter.  Her Leaf was dedicated on August 3rd, 2026, at St James Cathedral.  Below, you will find a photo of Mona, and also a powerful, thoughtful poem she wrote, titled “Red, Black, Green, Yellow.” And Mona’s Nathan Hale High School yearbook photo: If you have any additional memories or photos of Mona, please comment below.

Carla Reese was born in 1957 and died in 2025. Carla was an elder and a leader at the WHEEL Trinity Shelter.  She often chaired House Meetings and was a faithful participant in Women in Black.  She was a strong but tenderhearted woman.  She died not long after she got permanent housing.  Her son, Joseph Martinez, was also known and loved at Trinity Shelter, as he used to visit his mom frequently.  He also died shortly after getting permanent housing.  Their Leaves were placed next to one another on August 3rd, 2026 at St James Cathedral.                             …

Sydney was born in 1963 and died in 2017.  She was remembered by her niece for “always having heart.”  Sydney’s Leaf is to be dedicated on July 24th, 2026, at the Compass Housing Alliance. If you have any memories or photos of Sydney, please comment below.    

Lindsey Dawson was born in 1983 and died in 2025. Lindsey’s Leaf will be dedicated on August 9th, 2026 at All Pilgrims. Lindsey has been remembered by her community as being “kind, open, and generous. She was proud of her identity as a mother, and spoke jubilantly about her baby girl, Ava. Her goals were to get custody of her daughter, reduce her use, and to find housing after enduring 6 years of homelessness.” If you have additional memories or photos of Lindsey, please comment below.

Elizabeth “Mama Sara” Magyar was born in 1953 and died in 2026.  Elizabeth’s Leaf was dedicated on August 9th 2026, at All Pilgrims. Elaine Simons, founder of PSKS (Peace for the Streets by Kids from the Streets) shared the following reflection:  “May her memory be a blessing   With profound love and respect, we bid adieu to the incomparable Mama Sara, who gained her wings early this morning.  A true champion and unwavering advocate, she left an indelible mark on the lives of countless individuals.  My privilege it was to have known Sara since her vibrant days on Broadway in Seattle’s Capitol Hill, dating back to 1998, a span of…

Brent Morgan Wood was born in 1990 and died in 2022. Brent’s Leaf will be dedicated on August 9th, 2026, at All Pilgrims. If you have any memories or photos of Brent, please comment below.

Timothy was born in 1986 and died in 2023. Timothy’s Leaf is at Central Library on 5th Ave.  If you have any memories or photos, please comment below.

Javon was born in 1993 and died in 2024. Javon’s leaf is located at Central Library on 5th Ave. If you have any memories or photos, please comment below.

Logan was born in 1988 and died in 2024. Logan’s Leaf is located at Central Library on 5th Ave. If you have any memories or photos, please comment below.