Carole Bess (Proctor) White died at Providence Emergency Services in Portland May 29, 2020, unexpectedly and too soon. She was born July 24, 1945 to parents Helen and Don Proctor in San Diego, Calif. But Carole spent most all of her life in Portland.
She found her vocation in The Oregonian advertising department. As the entertainment advertising executive. Carole spent 40 years working with the creators of every entertainment event and mode in Portland. She so appreciated their work, she did all she could to help them gain and increase their audiences and contribute to the rich cultural life of greater Portland.
Carole found her avocation in her love for all things antique. She had a rich life following her interests -- especially Depression glass and dish ware.
Carole was a a key member of the Portland's Rain of Glass club which put on impressive glass shows with vendors from many western states. She wrote seven books, five of them about Made in Japan items, comprehensive and scholarly books with her husband, Les providing all the detailed photography.
Carole was predeceased by her parents, Helen and Don Proctor. She is survived by her husband of 54 years, Les White; her sister, Nancy Brewer her husband, Bill and their children, Elizabeth and John Brewer; and long time friends from many walks of life.
When Carole died it was like a library burned to the ground with her knowledge of all her interests and all the things she loved. Hers was a really grand library full of wisdom, grace, kindness, merriment and fun as well. Her passing is an exceptional loss tho those who knew her. She is greatly missed.
A celebration of Carole's life will be held once a large gathering is safe and possible.
In lieu of flowers, Carole may be honored by donations to Portland Rain of Glass, 1746 N.W. 3rd Court. McMinnville, OR, 97128-7174.
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