Mark was born in 1965 and died in 2026. His Leaf was dedicated at Ballard Library on September 13, 2026. From his longtime partner Kelli: “Mark was born in Seattle and raised in Ballard by parents who adopted him as an infant. He was a remarkable man, and a friend to all who lived on the streets of Ballard. He will be remembered for his giant heart by the many folks he helped and encouraged over the years.” Photo courtesy of Seattle Stories. If you have photos or memories of Mark to share, please post a comment!

John was born in 1956 and died in 2025.  His Leaf was dedicated at Ballard Library on September 13, 2026. Below is a reflection of John shared by a Ballard Librarian: “John Freilot was a daily reader at Ballard Library. He participated in Coffee & Conversations and our weekly movie programs. We all had daily conversations with him. Everyone who knew him felt he bolstered them with supportive, humorous comments and stories. He was woven into the day-to-day life of Ballard Library.  Staff members and friends of John raised money for his cremation through GoFundMe. We dedicated Coffee & Conversations to him on Oct. 16, 2025 and had a standing…

Joe was born in 1962 and died in 2023.  His Leaf will be dedicated at Hobson Place on September 21, 2026 Reflections of Joe: “He died at Hobson Place where he lived his last years.  He often mentioned his gratitude for having housing and an apartment with a view of Mount Rainier!  He was very well known throughout the Seattle community for his infectious laugh and personality.  He was a storyteller and musician.  Joe immigrated to the US by way of Zimbabwe and South Africa as part of a band.  He played the marimba and steel drums.  He spent years in an ICE facility and died desperately wanting citizenship and…

Kara was born in 1987 and died in 2024.  Her Leaf will be dedicated at Hobson Place on September 21, 2026. Kara is remembered as “a sweet, warm, funny, cute person who suffered greatly from homelessness and addiction.” If you have photos or memories of Kara, please leave a comment.

Dominic Sweet was born in 1990 and died in 2023.  His Leaf will be dedicated at Hobson Place on September 21, 2026. Dominic is remembered as “a quiet, kind soul, a very sweet, warm person who suffered greatly from mental illness, addiction, and severe medical disease, yet remained positive, kind, always polite, and retained his sense of humor.” If you have memories or photos of Dominic, please leave a comment.

Zanza Prescott was born in 1961 and died in 2025.  Zanza’s Leaf will be dedicated at Hobson Place on September 21, 2026. Reflections of Zanza:  “Zanza was an accomplished composer, singer, and musician. She made her first recording at 8 years old. She was deeply involved in her spiritual practice through song and performance. She will be remembered by family, friends, and caseworkers, as a friendly, evocative, and kind woman.”  If you have photos or memories of Zanza, please leave a comment.

John Stamey was born in 1973 and died in 2024.  John’s leaf will be dedicated at Hobson Place on September 21, 2026. If you have photos or memories of John, please leave a comment.

Zero was born in 1975 and died in 2025.  His Leaf was dedicated at Ballard Library on September 13, 2026. Here are reflections from Zero’s community: “He was a gentle giant among us, but when he roared, people listened.  He was a regular guest and volunteer at Edible Hope Kitchen and attended Sunday services at St. Luke’s Episcopal Church.  His wife and some of his children are also unhoused, and they lived for a time in their van.  Zero was a man of the world and spoke seven languages fluently.  He had been a soldier in the Soviet Union Army and lost 26 comrades in the Chernobyl nuclear power plant disaster. …

Francisco Diaz-Prieto was born in 1969 and died in 2022. Francisco’s Leaf was placed at South Park Library. If you have any memories or photos of Francisco, please leave a comment below.

Andrea was born in 1985 and died in 2018. Her Leaf was placed at South Park Library. If you have any memories or photos of Andrea, please leave a comment below.  

Sophit “Pip” Chuon was born in 1984 and died in 2024.  He’d live in South Park for a long time Sophit’s Leaf is placed at South Park Library. If you have any memories or photos of Sophit, please leave a comment below.

Alex was born in 1984 and died in 2025. Alex’s Leaf is located at the South Park Library, where local residents remember him yelling, “Thank you, South Park Library!” as he left.  Now, a local preschool teacher and children do the same in Alex’s honor! If you have additional memories or photos, please leave a comment below.    

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.