Laqueda (Queda) Mahoney was born Sept. 10, 1945 in Roswell, NM to John T. Watson and Nadine A. Meyers. Laqueda passed away at her residence on Camano Island, WA, November 6, 2015 succumbing to cancer.
After graduating from Roswell High School, Laqueda continued her education, receiving a BA Degree from the University of Colorado and an MBA from Portland Sate University.
She taught school for 31 years in Wyoming, Colorado and Oregon, concluding her teaching career at
Neah-Kah-Nie High School in 2000. She enjoyed reconnecting with former students and
sharing life experiences.
Laqueda was an advisor for Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) for 26 years and was
the Oregon Advisor of the Year and selected for the National FBLA Wall of Fame. Laqueda was
chosen Teacher of the Year in 1997 by the Tillamook Chamber of Commerce.
Traveling the globe, attending concerts and plays with friends and spending many days
looking for treasure with her metal detector on Tillamook County beaches were a few of the
things she enjoyed. She will be missed and will always be remembered by all that knew he
r and were lucky enough to be a part of her life.
At her request there will be no services. Donations can be made in her name to the General Foundation, Providence Regional Cancer Partnership, Cancer Center Funds, Everett, WA.
Cheryl Corazzi (Essex)
It is very hard to hear when one of our classmates passes away. She was a good friend in high school. My prayers are with her family.
Bob Lewis
So sad to hear of the passing of Queda. My families prayers and condolonces are extended to the family and friends
Barbara Bailey (Yackell )
My thoughts and prayers are with the family! RHS 63Lorita Watson (Davis)
Laqueda (Queda) Mahoney
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Laqueda (Queda) Mahoney was born Sept. 10, 1945 in Roswell, NM to John T. Watson and Nadine A. Meyers. Laqueda passed away at her residence on Camano Island, WA, November 6, 2015 succumbing to cancer.
After graduating from Roswell High School, Laqueda continued her education, receiving a BA Degree from the University of Colorado and an MBA from Portland Sate University.
She taught school for 31 years in Wyoming, Colorado and Oregon, concluding her teaching career at
Neah-Kah-Nie High School in 2000. She enjoyed reconnecting with former students and
sharing life experiences.
Laqueda was an advisor for Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) for 26 years and was
the Oregon Advisor of the Year and selected for the National FBLA Wall of Fame. Laqueda was
chosen Teacher of the Year in 1997 by the Tillamook Chamber of Commerce.
Traveling the globe, attending concerts and plays with friends and spending many days
looking for treasure with her metal detector on Tillamook County beaches were a few of the
things she enjoyed. She will be missed and will always be remembered by all that knew he
r and were lucky enough to be a part of her life.
At her request there will be no services. Donations can be made in her name to the General Foundation, Providence Regional Cancer Partnership, Cancer Center Funds, Everett, WA.
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She was my sister even though we lost contact.
Marie Gaines (Harris)
Bill, thanks for posting this....God bless all her friends and family....
Carolyn Fondy (Herring)
Bill thanks for posting about Queda. Our classmates all hold special places in our memories at RHS. Condolences to her family.
Pat Sullins (Carpenter)
I hope everyone realizes that Queda passed away in 2015
Marie Gaines (Harris)
Pat, thanks for pointing that out....easy to 'assume'....
But, I did read it and noticed the date in the obit....
Bill Leggett (Leggett)
Why theses IN MEMORY are showing is I was up dating information adding there picture etc.
Marie Gaines (Harris)
Thanks, Bill for updating and taking care of this site....
We ALL appreciate you!!!