So sorry to hear of Eleanor's passing. I knew her only for a brief time, when she was in her 90s, but for me, our meeting left a profound mark. She will not be forgotten. My deepest condolences to Susan, Jody, Mildred, and all those who were touched by her life and work.
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When Eleanor last visited her siblings Mildred and Genevieve (sadly, now also deceased) in New York, the three nonagenarians invited my husband Fred and me to dinner . What an unforgettable evening! The food was delicious; the laughter and storytelling priceless! The work and contributions of Eleanor (and her sister Mildred, as well) on behalf of the mentally ill have impacted countless lives.
We all have a "Gone Room" inside us where important 'things' can be remembered, and those who can no longer be with us in person, like Eleanor, live on!
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I was so sad when I heard the news of Eleanor’s passing.
My meeting with Eleanor was at least 25 years ago when my son was diagnosed with a severe Mental Health disorder.
She was an Godsend by helping my son get into Transitional Resource Housing. Since then, he has continued being part of this great organization.
I will always remember your tenacity and kindness. Thank you Eleanor.
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Dear Eleanor! She had a shining presence in our Pacific Northwest Writers Association and delightful energy that cheered us all . So glad that she was able to celebrate publication of her memoir at her 101st birthday party. Her memory will certainly continue to inspire us.
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Condolences to all who loved Eleanor. I truly can't believe she's gone.
What an amazing and incandescent woman she was. I learned so much working for her at WAMI (from 1993 - 1996). She showed me women can be strong and totally badass. She taught me I could do anything! She wrote me a letter of recommendation when I went off to graduate school and threw me a going-away party at her beautiful home, replete with fresh homemade ravioli. I became a writer and a college professor thanks to her encouragement. I always thought of her when I took leaps of faith over the years. Her influence over me continues to this day. Eleanor was an incredible soul. I am glad she's with her John again. Those two were soulmates if ever soulmates existed.
Rest now.
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I knew Elenor many years ago. As the mental health director of a community-based health center; the Seattle Indian Health Board. Elenor was supportive and helpful in getting services and funding support to underserved minority communities through her position on the KC Mental Health Board. She was tough but had a great heart. As a community organizer she was a giant. What a great legacy she leaves. RIP Elenor Owen on. Job well done and a life well lived. Harla Tumbleson, MSW, Ret.
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She will always be one of my heroes.
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Eleanor was a fierce spirit in search of justice, and a warm and tender human being. We all will miss her very much.
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I will always remember Eleanor as an advocate extraordinaire. She mixed compassion with fierceness and, surrounded by allies who valued her leadership, brought change and services to persons with mental illness. The world has lost a beautiful soul but those she inspired will carry on!
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Eleanor was unique and uniquely alive, intense in her joy, her humor, her intelligence and wisdom, her sorrow, and above all in her passion and energy. We will not see her like again, and I count myself lucky to have known her. May she rest in peace, and in our hearts.
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The world is a little more lonely without Eleanor being an email away. The fact that she lived until the day she died is so inspiring. As sad as I am that she's gone, I'm grateful to have been able to call her a friend. She influenced my life. She inspired me. I am so happy that her biography was published. I hope everyone reads it. It's a wonderful example of what a beautiful writer she is. Her story is fascinating. Good bye, my dear friend, Eleanor. You are loved and you will never be forgotten.
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