SOLACE - Key Persons

Chris Regan passed away on January 6th, 2023, in San Diego, California. Chris was born in Kansas City, Missouri, to Lawrence and Audrey on February 21, 1966. His dad died when he was 14 and he stepped up to be quite the responsible young man. He graduated from Lloyd C. Bird High School outside Richmond, Virginia, and attended technical school at the same time where he started learning data processing and computer programming. Chris worked during high school as a cook at Friendly's and Pizza Hut before he landed his first career job at ‘The Computer Company.' He learned many more skills and moved on to Anacomp as a Systems Analyst in Bethesda, Maryland and then in 1991 the company moved him out to San Diego to work for Anacomp in Poway as a Software Engineer. He later worked for Document Sciences, ABT and VRC. He loved cars, music, club and country dancing at BJ's & Kickers. Between work and dancing, Chris developed some lifelong friendships that lasted more than 35 years. He enjoyed exploring San Diego in his Jeep, and attending rodeos across the Southwest and had a love for animals (particularly his dog Savannah, and cat Sassy). Chris may have had a slight obsession with tattoos, he started early on with a cat on his leg, but slowly grew to become two full sleeves and many more all over his body that he enjoyed getting at Chronic Tattoo. Chris liked to co-host small parties (and big parties) and cook and enjoyed trying different recipes. He was always on the lookout for something tasty and delicious that he could share. His sister Brenda would come out and visit San Diego often, and they would always be cooking and eating out at some new hole-in-the-wall. His other sister Deb ended up moving in with him when she was diagnosed with cancer. He would ALWAYS lend a hand and help a friend or family or even strangers. He had a giving heart. Chris lived in California the longest but loved reminiscing about Kansas City, and really enjoyed visiting his second mom, Jan, several times over the years. A memorial service for Chris will be on Monday, February 20. at 1 p.m. in the back patio. It will not be formal, but there will be photo albums and a few of us will share some stories. A Zoom will be set up for those out of town wishing to attend.

David Ignatius "Spike" Buckley died peacefully at home with his family at his side on February 13, 2023, in Portland, Oregon. He was born on December 28, 1934, in Brighton, Massachusetts, the son of Cornelius Buckley and Abina Buckley (née Barry), who immigrated from Fermoy, Ireland. He is survived by Patricia Marie "Alex" Buckley (née Collins), his wife of 65 years. Spike and Alex were the loves of each other's lives - best friends and inseparable soulmates. He is also survived by his children, David I. Buckley, Jr. (Yumei Wang), Erin Buckley, Laura Buckley (Kelly Lipp), John Buckley (Karla, née Reed) and grandsons Adrian Buckley and Christopher Buckley. He was predeceased by each of his eight brothers and sisters and his granddaughter, Nicole Whitley. Spike is also survived by over 600 extended family members with whom he connected over many decades through his extensive genealogical research. Through that research, he located and established lasting relationships with many previously unknown family members in Ireland. Family was the most important thing to him. He was passionate in his love of his family and they were passionate in their love for him.

Edward James Lewis, of Beaverton, Oregon, passed away peacefully on January 13th, 2023, in Portland, Oregon, surrounded by his children. Edward was born in San Rafael, California to Edith and Edward Lewis on April 29th, 1939. The family eventually made its way to Salem where he graduated from South Salem High school in 1957. Edward attended Oregon State University, joined the Beta Theta Pi fraternity, where he held the office of Vice President his Junior year and was a member of the Student Senate while also being a distinguished Military Graduate in Army ROTC. He met and married Joan Osko while at OSU in 1960 and their three children were born during their marriage which later ended in divorce. He graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration with a minor in Forestry in 1961. Edward went on to attend Willamette University College of Law where he graduated first rank in his class of 48 with a J.D. degree and Summa Cu Laude in 1964. He was a member and Exchequer of Phi Delta Phi International Legal Fraternity. After Law school, he had his military obligation to fulfill and was assigned to Fort Riley and within 3 months was transferred to Vietnam where he served for 11 months as Capt. JAGC USAR. As a member of the Oregon State Bar he co-authored the article "Mortgage Foreclosure in 1971" and was Chairman of the Corporate Counsel Section of Business Law of the Oregon State Bar for two years. After starting his legal career in Fort Ord, CA as Assistant Staff Judge Advocate, the family briefly moved to Eugene, OR where Edward was an Associate at the Law Firm of Riddlesbarger, Pederson, Brownhill and Young. The family then moved to Beaverton Oregon where he was employed as a Corporate Attorney for NW Acceptance Co. in 1971 and then finished his legal career at Tektronix Inc after working there for over 28 years. His roles included Assistant Secretary and Legal Counsel working in the areas of Securities Compliance, providing all legal support for the companies Instruments Business, the company's core and largest business. As Senior Council he managed litigation for the company and was responsible for the company's real estate and environmental matters. He was respected for his fairness and integrity One of Edwards's biggest joys was his grandchildren. He would attend every sporting event, performing arts and school activity they were involved in. He would gladly help out if they needed any rides to practice or games, and then be in the crowd cheering them on. He passed on his great love of the OSU Beaver's to his family. He was a long-time season ticket holder to the Football and Basketball games. Attending these games was a highlight for him all the way up to his passing. He was a lifelong Beta Theta Pi member and enjoyed the annual gatherings at Black Butte Ranch. Edward also found the love of bicycling which took him all around the world on many bike tours. He participated in several Cycle Oregon rides and was a member of a local bike group. He loved the outdoors! He was a dedicated volunteer reader for the SMART reading program at a local neighborhood school as well as a Volunteer for Hands on Portland and donated frequently to the Oregon Food Bank. He also was passionate about and volunteered for the Friends of the Historic Columbia River Hwy. Edward is survived by his son Scott; twin daughters Molly and Kelly; grandchildren Collin, Cy, Harrison and Carsyn. He was preceded in death by his parents Edith & Edward and sister Susan.

Eric Robert Neudorfer, of San Diego, California, passed away on September 9, 2022 in San Diego, California. Eric Robert was born in Marin County, California, to Robin Suzanne Crouch and Jerry Neudorfer on February 27, 1989. Eric Robert attended Coolidge Elementary School and San Marino High School. He received a scholarship for Graphic Design through the Regional Occupational Program (ROP). Eric was involved in AYSO Soccer, SMHS Varsity Waterpolo, Boy Scouts of America, and Young Life. He enjoyed photography, playing the guitar, cooking, and spending time with close friends. He served in the United States Marine Corps as a Data Systems Technician from 2009-2013 and was awarded the the Expert Rifle Qualification Badge, the National Defense Service Medal, the Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, the Certificate of Appreciation, and the Marine Corps Good Conduct Medal. After leaving the military, he worked at Balboa Travel Management - System and Network Administrator, 2013-2015; Versa Computing Inc. - System Engineer, 2015-2016; BOFI Bank of the Internet- Senior System Engineer 2016-2017; CentrexIT - Escalation Engineer, 2017-2018, and currently he was employed at FICO, 2018-Present, as a Lead Converged Infrastructure Engineer. Eric Robert will be remembered for being one of the most selfless humans in his personal relationships. He boosted many people when they needed it most and was solely responsible for more smiles and laughter in a room than any single person. He was always and forever accepting and open to everyone and their individual human experiences. Eric Robert is survived by his mother, Robin Suzanne Crouch and Daniel Lastra Perez; his father, Jerry Neudorfer and Randi Goldman; his brother David and Anisha Vasandani and his sister Rebecca Neudorfer, his aunts and uncles, Ted and Linda Makranczy, Marti Barber, Nancy Morris, Stephen and Pat Crouch.

Jeffrey Jan Alden, of North Hollywood, CA, passed away on 11/12/2022 in North Hollywood, CA. Jeffrey was born in Torrance, CA to Sylvia and Ray Alden on 07/31/1961. He had worked for Disney and Universal as an audio and electrical engineer prior to retiring. He was self-employed as an auto engineer at the time of his death. He served in the Navy for 3 years as an E3 class petty officer, as a gas turbine system technician (electrical) fireman. He enjoyed jam sessions with his friends Tom, Mark and Karen. He also enjoyed participating in Renaissance Faires with his friends Mark and Karen and many others. Jeff will be remembered for sleeping in late, his long hair, love for guitar, history, and as a generous man with great character. Most of all he loved his family with his whole heart. Jeff is survived by his sister, Suzanne Deistchle of Tallahassee, FL; his nieces Stephanie Wnuk of Tallahassee, FL,