Brown, Luke Kyran James 20 April 18, 1995 April 25, 2015 Luke Brown lived life beyond the aspirations of most. He knew how to make the most complex situations simple. He celebrated life with no compromise. He always knew how to make it work. He got it done. This determination and approach attracted an incredible circle of friends. From his Raleigh Park neighborhood friends to his fellow University of Portland students, Luke's curiosity, spirit and engaging personality made people want to include Luke in their lives. He helped people accept differences so they truly got to know Luke and themselves. He was a great friend. He redefined how to live with muscular dystrophy. Luke's family saw their role as facilitators, letting Luke steer the course of his ship but ever mindful of creating moments that would allow him to grow. Oliver and Ethan, Luke's brothers, were his right-hand men, always by his side. They helped him, they felt for him and they watched Tim and Joanne, his parents, stumble through many challenges sometimes with grace, other times without. They learned about the process of life, the highs, the lows and the enduring power of love. He measured success with the same yardstick that everyone else did. At Raleigh Park, Whitford and Beaverton High schools, he discovered how to create connections for learning and friendships. His friend, Scott, the founder of Incight, inspired him to grow through his challenges and gain an internship at Pacificorp. Experiencing the rigor of a fine university and the fun of college dorm life was an important life accomplishment. Due to UP's academic programs and scholarship, pastoral support and incredible community, Luke had many opportunities to grow. Luke was able to enter adulthood with a continued sense of integrity, enjoyment and purpose. Luke couldn't have gone from infinity and beyond without his support network and community. Deb Biederbeck was his exceptional educational aide since middle school. The UP Student Nursing community enabled him to live independently and enjoy dorm life, never missing a day of care. Luke met very special Firefighter Jeff Gillies at MDA Camp Arrah Wanna at Mt. Hood in 2006. Together, they enjoyed sports, had fun with Jeff's fellow Tualatin Valley Firefighters and raised money for MDA to enable other families to enjoy the camp experience. Jeff and Luke created a bond so strong that it inspired everyone around them. A public memorial Mass to celebrate the life of Luke Kyran James Brown will be held at 4 p.m. Wednesday, April 29, 2015, at the Chapel of Christ the Teacher on the campus of the University of Portland, 5000 N. Willamette Blvd., Portland, and a reception will follow. In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate donations to Incight, an organization that gives scholarships to students with disabilities and supported Luke through his journey at college. www.incight.org. - See more at: http://obits.oregonlive.com/obituaries/oregon/obituary.aspx?n=luke-kyran-james-brown&pid=174744204&fhid=2524#sthash.XDxexxDI.dpuf
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