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About Portland observer. (Portland, Or.) 1970-current | View Entire Issue (Oct. 21, 2020)
October 21, 2020 Page 11 Obituary In Loving Memory Cynthia Renee Hancock Cynthia Renee Hancock of Portland. Ore. passed away of congestive heart failure on Aug. 30, 2020. Cynthia was born in Portland on April 20, 1951 to James and Marion Benton. She moved to Oakland Calif. with her two children David and Treasta in 1975. She worked at Grove Valve Regulator during most of her time in California. She married Horace Hancock in 1983 and they all lived in a beautiful home in Fairfield, Calif. Cynthia was a beloved figure known for her infec- tious laugh, her joyful spirit and her sweet-natured demeanor. She eventually moved back to Portland after being in California for 30+ years and surround- ed herself with family, friends and neighbors. Cynthia was preceded in death by her father James Benton, ex-husband Horace Hancock and her sister Charlotte Benton. She is survived by her children David and Treasta Benton, mother Marion Benton, sisters Toni Lincoln and Aaliyah Azeem, brothers Ed- die, Ritchie, Randy, Bryon and Douglas Benton, and a host of nieces, nephews and cousins. The family would like to extend a special thanks to Sarah Lewis, cousin Linda Redford, the tenants of Kimberly Court Apartments and Cynthia’s hos- r ib e xPress 625 NE Killingsworth, Portland, OR 97211 Call to Order: 503-919-6921 Rib Express, tasty food and friendly neighborhood atmosphere. Open (hours) Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat and Sun: 1pm- 9pm Closed Tuesday and Wednesday pice nurse Lisa for their tireless, selfless efforts and compassion during Cynthia’s final days on earth. There are no words that can express how grateful we are for their work and kindness during this difficult time. Afro Heritage Quilt Saved C ontinued froM P age 7 Tymchuk said the museum has received new memberships and donations to support its clean-up effort, but said none of the support has affected him as much as a gift from a neighbor named Oscar. In a note that accompanied a $1 donation, Oscar wrote: “Hel- lo, I’m homeless so I don’t have much to give you, just some of my bottle collecting money. But I saw your windows got broken and wanted to help. You once gave me a free tour before the pandemic, so this is a thank you.” “In my time as executive di- rector, I have seen OHS receive truly incredible gifts — but this one has touched my heart tre- mendously,” Tymchuk said. 5010 NE 9th Ave Portland, Or 97211 Phone: 503 284-2989 We specialize in a variety of cuts for men and women, hot towel razor shaves, braiding, hair extension, Shampoo, blow dryer and Platinum fade. Call Today or Walk in !!! $5.00 TEES 971-276-8674 Cut, trim, edge, power washing, hauling, leaf removal, cleanup, anything! FREE ESTIMATES FAIR PRICING We are Open! CLUBS FAMILY REUNIONS SCHOOL CLUBS BUSINESSES For your light bulbs & parts to repair or make fixtures SCREEN PRINTING 971-570-8214 503.281.0453 Fax 503.281.3408 3901 N. Mississippi Ave, Portland, OR 97227 Web: www.sunlanlighting.com • E-mail: kay@sunlanlighting.com Providing Insurance and Financial Services Home Office, Bloomington, Illinois 61710 Ernest J. Hill, Jr. Agent 311 NE Killingsworth St, Portland, OR 97211 503 286 1103 Fax 503 286 1146 ernie.hill.h5mb@statefarm.com 24 Hour Good Neighbor Service R State Farm R