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In memory of
Mrs. Clara "Bubbles" Ruth Purcella
May 3, 1960 - August 23, 2025
May 3, 1960 - Aug 23, 2025
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Obituary
It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Clara "Bubbles" Purcella on August 23, 2025. Born on May 3, 1960, Clara, also known as Bubbles, was a beacon of love, creativity, and inspiration. Her brothers and sisters called her Bubbles but to everyone else she was Clara. She is the youngest of 5 children and daughter to Wesley and Marie O'Neill.
Clara was a woman of many facets. She was known …
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Memories & condolences
Losing my baby sister, that we nicknamed "Bubbles" when she was a baby, hit me hard. We were very close and would ofte…
Losing my baby sister, that we nicknamed "Bubbles" when she was a baby, hit me hard. We were very …
Losing my baby sister, that we nicknamed "Bubbles" when she was …
A beautiful soul. We spent many hours together laughing and talking about God and life. She loved her family with al…
A beautiful soul. We spent many hours together laughing and talking about God and life. She love…
A beautiful soul. We spent many hours together laughing and tal…
Community Involvement
Church
Attendee of
Calvary Chapel FourteenSix
Favorites
What was Clara's favorite color?
Pink
Pink
Pink
What were Clara's favorite local spots?
El Encanto, Taco Master, Cafe Du Berry (Portland, OR), Pacific Seafood Buffet
El Encanto, Taco Master, Cafe Du Berry (Portland, OR), Pacific Seafood Buffet
El Encanto, Taco Master, Cafe Du Berry (Portland, OR), Pacific Seafood Buffet
What were Clara's favorite vacation spots?
Maui, Alaska, any tropical island
Maui, Alaska, any tropical island
Maui, Alaska, any tropical island
What were Clara's favorite ways to spend free time?
Sewing and cooking
Sewing and cooking
Sewing and cooking
Timeline
Born
May 3rd, 1960
Portland, OR
Started elementary school
1965
Milwaukie, OR
Graduated from elementary school
1972
Hector Campbell, Milwaukie, OR
Survived by
Danny Purcella
Husband
Ryan Irish
Son
Lindsey Ramirez
Daughter
Amy Stein
Daughter
Laura Stein-Weidner
Daughter
Lillie Walker
Sister
Rachael Meiners
Sister
Wesley O'Neill
Brother
Aaron Purcella
Step-son
Madra Knox
Step-daughter
Andrea Purcella
Step-daughter
Leslie Irish
Daughter-in-law
Humberto Ramirez
Son-in-law
Mia Brown
Granddaughter
Morgan Irish
Granddaughter
Riley Irish
Granddaughter
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Other key details
Cause of death
Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS)
Method of disposition
Cremation
Hospice care provided by
Hospice of the Valley
Lasting impact
Clara donated organs
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Ryan Irish (Clara's son).
