Rowan Kimsey’s Legacy Lives On | Portland News

Portland News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 27, 2026 · 1m

Five lives were shattered in a tragic domestic violence incident near Forest Grove, including three generations of the Kimsey family. Rowan Kimsey, a beloved 60-year-old tattoo artist known for her mermaid-themed art and deep community care, was among those lost. A pillar of Montavilla, she used her art and compassion to uplift others — especially the unhoused — and left behind a legacy of grace and love. Her friend Laura Richards called her a beacon of humanity. Authorities identified the suspect, Benjamin Parker, who died by suicide in Washington. The tragedy reignites urgent calls to…