Greta Eileen Mostul

Greta Eileen Mostul passed away peacefully in her sleep on October 16, 2024 in Wilsonville, OR at the age of 88. Eileen devoted her life to her family & friends, and to her God & her church. She was very loving and kind, always enriching the lives of others as an encouraging servant of God. She will be missed by all that knew her. Eileen was born June 25, 1936 in Newberg, OR to Greta and Karl Hedman. The oldest of 3 children, she attended Newberg schools and excelled in music and business classes. Weekends were often spent with a houseful of Swedes where she enjoyed playing her accordion and lots of good food. Following high school she attended business college where she won awards as the fastest typist. Her first job was with the US Army Corps of Engineers. While there a friend invited her to be a bridesmaid in her wedding, where she met an usher named Tom. It was love at first sight! Tom & Eileen began attending Portland First Church of the Nazarene shortly after they married. Eileen became the first Director of Women’s Ministries, and later with Tom the social coordinators of the new “Young Married” Sunday School class at the request of Dr. Les Parrott. 20 years later they still referred to themselves as the young married class! While active in many areas of the church, the highlight of her career was serving as the Administrative Assistant to six senior pastors over a 36-year period. Eileen was blessed with many gifts, and hospitality was her forte. Their home was always open, and they loved hosting dinners, parties, and overnight guests. She also hosted many perfectly arranged receptions at the church. Later in life, Pastor Chuck Higgins asked Eileen to arrange a trip for the seniors to Branson. They had so much fun, she proceeded to arrange many more trips, including Victoria, Nashville, New England, and Leavenworth. Tom and Eileen loved to travel, highlights included the Holy Land and taking Eileen’s mother back to Sweden for the first time in her 80’s. The Redwoods and the Oregon Coast were also frequent favorites. Making family times memorable was always a priority. Eileen was a wonderful wife and mother, and especially cherished spending time with her 4 grandchildren. The family regularly met for Tuesday night dinner, and spent Memorial Day in Sunriver. Eileen is survived by her husband of 67 years Tom, by son Terry and wife Debbi, son Craig and wife Kenna, brother Ken Hedman and wife Jane, and sister Carolyn Frohman, as well as 4 grandchildren Tyler, Tambry, Curtis and wife Haley, Courtney and husband Jake, and one great grandchild Clark. Her legacy will continue to inspire all who knew her. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made in her name to Nexus Church- Encouragers Class Compassionate Fund.

Greta Eileen Mostul

June 25, 1936 - October 16, 2024