Ambrose Daniel Bernard Malerich Jr., age 73, of Beaverton, Oregon passed away on Tuesday, August 16, 2022. Ambrose was born June 11, 1949, in Yakima Washington to Ambrose and Hazel Malerich. From 1969-1971 Ambrose served in the Army during the Vietnam War, where he earned a Purple Heart.
Ambrose is known for his big heart, his kindness, and his love of nature. As he is an avid outdoorsman with a love of all plants and animals, he chose to study and earn a bachelor's degree in botany and horticulture. he could name any and every tree and was eager to share his knowledge with everyone! He used the knowledge and skills he had learned throughout his life, including caring for the grounds of his beloved church; the Beloved Four Square Church in Beaverton, Ore. He dedicated much of his time there, tending to the grounds and assisting others in addiction counseling.
Ambrose is survived and dearly missed by his daughter Jennifer Smith; Sister Ernestine Kelly; and his countless friends.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.youngsfuneralhome.org for the Malerich family.
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