"I have the most wonderful family. My life partner of more than 40 years - Roxy Leroy, two wonderful children, two Beautiful grandchildren and an extended family that brings joy to my life every day. I have been lucky enough to travel the world both as an entertainer and for vacations. In 1954 I opened Portland’s first coffee house as well as a late night jazz club and then I threw an ice cream parlor into the mix. Urban renewal forced me to move out of my locations over the years and in 1967 I bought Demas Tavern, primarily frequented by the lesbian community in Portland. Soon Darcelle XV Showplace was born and we have been going strong ever since. One of the first things we do at Darcelle XV is we learn to laugh at ourselves and then we can laugh at everybody else. Until me meet again take all the time you need to make that special someone very, very happy. Stay safe, stay well and by all means my friends, stay in love".