Curtis was born April 7, 1971. He died at age 50 in the 6th and Cherry camp under the freeway. Curtis’s Leaf is on the 5th Avenue side of Seattle City Hall. If you have memories or photos of Curtis, please post a comment.

Ian was born March 5, 1989. He died August 17, 2019, in the greenbelt near the Aloha. Women in Black stood vigil for Ian in September 2019 and his mother, Mary Cummings, called to request a Leaf for him. She, and a cousin who also called, said that Ian was a very lovable person. Ian’s Leaf is on the 5th Avenue side of Seattle City Hall. If you have memories or photos of Ian, please post a comment. Featured Leaf March 2022

Kevin died on April 18, 2018 under the overpass at 6th and Columbia, very close to City Hall, of what was listed as “natural causes.” WHEEL member Anitra Freeman commented on this term in City Council testimony the next week: “Is this the city we want? Where the death of a 39-year-old on the street is considered ‘natural’?” His death was also referenced by City Councilmembers during the deliberations on the first Employee Hours Tax. Kevin’s mother stood the vigil with us on May 9, 2018. (Second from right) (Full post on the vigil, with more photos, on the Homeless Remembrance Project page on Facebook.) Kevin’s Leaf is on the…

Charles showed up at the doors of Swedish Hospital with wet clothes and socks (no shoes).  He died of hypothermia November 19, 2018. Women in Black stood vigil for him. Charles’s Leaf is at Seattle First Baptist Church.  If you have photos or memories of Charles, please post a comment.

Nathan died January 8, 2018, at 41.  Women in Black stood vigil for him. Nathan’s Leaf is at Seattle First Baptist Church.   If you have photos or memories of Nathan, please post a comment.    

From Lisa Etter-Carlson of the Aurora Commons: “Reaper was a father of two boys; he longed to be a good daddy to them. He prided himself in caring for his friends that lived on Aurora. He was a prolific writer and artist.  Reaper- we love you and will always always remember you. Promise.” Reaper’s grandmother is a congregant at Seattle First Baptist where his Memorial Service was held. Reaper’s Leaf is at Seattle First Baptist Church.  If you have photos or memories of Reaper, please post a comment. Featured Leaf November 2021  

Timothy was hit by a car near Harvard Market October 14, 2015.  Women in Black stood vigil for him November 11, 2015. Timothy’s Leaf is at Seattle First Baptist Church.  If you have photos or memories of Timothy, please post a comment.  

Isaiah was a veteran. He died by suicide on December 15, 2016. Women in Black remembered him at Summer Solstice Vigil 2018.

Born Richard Recktenwald, his chosen name was Random Roads, and he was known in the community of Ballard Commons as “Mr. President.”  He is remembered for his love and care for his daughters, his granddaughter, his partner Bevin, and many, many others. From his daughter Melody: “He was the father of two girls, Melody and Trina, and a grandfather of River.  He loved playing and teaching music.  He was loud and had an unmistakeable voice.  He looked out for his family and community passionately.  He missed his love, Bevin, who died a couple of years before him.  He was sometimes challenging but had a huge heart.  He will be dearly…

Derrick was a member of God’s Li’l Acre.  He was murdered on Lake City Way October 2019.  WHEEL/Women in Black stood vigil for him. From Pastors Melanie and Jonathan Neufeld, Seattle Mennonite Church: “A proud veteran, who was with us a very short time – before he was tragically killed on 33rd Ave. We remember his quiet strength, a gentle giant – who always brought kindness, engagement and friendship into God’s Li’l Acre.” Derrick’s Leaf is placed at Lake City Mini Park.  If you have photos or memories to share please post a comment.

James died in hospital, from a gunshot wound. Pastors Melanie and Jonathan Neufeld, Seattle Mennonite Church: “A young life ended too soon. Sharp witted and funny, carrying a slightly mischievous smile through his day. Dearly missed by Cordelia and his community of God’s Li’l Acre.” His Leaf is placed at Lake City Mini Park.   If you have photos or memories to share please post a comment.

John died 11/20/20 of natural causes. Pastors Melanie and Jonathan Neufeld, Seattle Mennonite Church: “Over the 14 years that we knew John, we got to know a resilient man. He struggled, but he also worked hard for friends. Always eager to help, volunteer, work a side job – a quiet, thoughtful, gentle spirit.” His Leaf is placed at Lake City Mini Park.  If you have photos or memories to share please post a comment.

From Anna’s daughter, Kelly Ann: “When I found out she passed away on Facebook, I was really hoping she had made the post & it wasn’t real. If you knew her I think you’d agree that’s something she would do. She was only 61 years old, she couldn’t be gone. She just couldn’t be. She’s my mother and I need her here. But it wasn’t fake. She’s really gone. Those who knew Her, I’m sure will always remember her. I’m also pretty sure that if you knew her she made you laugh, made you mad, made you love her, made you cry & made you laugh again. All in one…