Elizabeth Leadbetter “Betty” Meier
(July 26, 1904 – December 2, 2014)
Elizabeth died peacefully at her home in Portland on
Tuesday, Dec. 2. She was the granddaughter of Henry
L. Pittock, pioneer wood and paper magnate who is
often referred to as the founder of The Oregonian
newspaper. Born in Portland, Oregon, Betty was the
youngest of four children. She is survived by her children;
stepson; 24 grandchildren; 51 great-grandchildren; and
four great-great-grandchildren.
Henry Lewis Pittock
(March 1, 1835 – January 28, 1919)
Portland’s 100 year old historic landmark, The Pittock Mansion
(that’s long LIFE! )