1964 Susan Lorraine Need (71)

[Mary Susan Taylor]

1964 Susan Lorraine Need (71)

Susan Lorraine (Need) Canavarro

 

Siuslaw News, OR March 22, 2018 (scanned)

Long-time Florence resident, artist, published author, illustrator, artist representative, pet sitter and friend to many, Susan Canavarro, 71, passed away peacefully in her sleep Jan. 10, 2018. Susan was born Oct, 14, 1946, and graduated from Pacific Grove High School and went on to attend Cal-State University in Chico, Calif., and graduated with a BFA in art. From there, she went to San Jose State University and graduated with a MFA in Painting. Susan authored the book, “Fragments: Growing Up Bohemian Poor in Dementia’s House,” and was a published illustrator for two books,  “Lemon Custard” and “One year in the Time of Violence,” written by Jack Remick. Susan also provided technical expertise and guidance on the book, “The Art of Katheryn Davis.” Susan was ready to publish her next book about the cats and dogs she sat for and loved titled, “Confessions of a Florentine Pet Sitter.” Susan loved to draw, paint, blog and folk dance.  Bohemian music was her favorite. She helped many local artists in setting up a Florence artists website to display and sell their craft. Susan’s art was accepted in many art shows in which she won awards for. Two of her paintings will now be on display at the Florence Chamber of Commerce and Visitor Center in her memory. Cindy Wobbe will hold a special exhibition and sale of Susan’s art, with the proceeds going to the Oregon Coast Humane Society. Susan leaves behind a half sister, Bobbie Quercia; a cousin, Susan Raines; and other family members in northern California and Oregon. There will be a private family ceremony in Bodega Bay, Calif. Burns’s Riverside Chapel will be handling the final arrangements.  Donations in Susan’s memory can be made at The Oregon Coast Humane Society in Florence.