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Albert George Bowles

Albert George Bowles, 70, of Marysville, WA, passed away May 21, 2011 in Skykomish, WA. Albert graduated from Arlington High School in 1958 and went on to a 22 year military career first in the U.S. Air Force and retiring from the U.S. Army as a Sergeant First Class in 1981. After this he worked for what became BF Goodrich as an Aircraft Mechanic, retiring in 2006. He enjoyed golfing and fishing. Albert was a Boy Scout leader in Marysville and a volunteer firefighter for Bryant/Marysville. He enjoyed delighting children every Christmas as Santa. Albert was raised to Master Mason in Fidelatas Lodge #820, Karlsruhe, West Germany in July of 1970. He was a life member of the Arlington Lodge #129, Skykomish Lodge #259 and Crystal Lodge #122 of Free and Accepted Masons, royal Arch Masons, Scottish Rite, National Sojourners and Heroes of '76. He received these awards: Daniel A. Beard Youth Leadership from Boy Scouts, Military Recognition Committee from Grand Lodge of Washington Free and Accepted Masons, Lewis Award: father and son both in Arlington Lodge #129, Order of Eastern Star in January 1974. He also was past patron of Fidelity #78 and Afton #103. Albert is survived by his loving wife of 19 years, Sally Bowles; sister, Dorothy (Milo) Hardenbrook; sons, George (Karen), Alan and Steven, daughter Emalee; step-children, Tom (Traci), Steven, Doug (Jennifer), Rich (Georgina), Mike (Donna); 15 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.
Services were held Tuesday, May 31, 2011 at Weller Funeral Home.
In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to Royal Arch masons Children's Heart Foundation, P.O. Box 223, Marysville, WA 98270.




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Published by The Herald (Everett) from May 27 to Jun. 1, 2011.

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Terri Knowles

June 1, 2011

After attending Uncle Buds service yesterday, I came away with a sense of pride, & awesomeness. What a beautiful service, what a tribute to a wonderful man and what a nice ceremony with honors. I don't recall ever being as touched as I was yesterday. Uncle Bud may you rest in peace knowing you went out in style as well you should!

May 31, 2011

To Al's family:
Bud was one of a kind, always cheerful, ready and willing to aid and assist others. A rare character who loved his fellow man and was loved in return. He will be truly missed. May he rest in peace.

Jim and Doris Vannice

May 30, 2011

To Al's Family,
Bud was always smiling and had a nice word or two for anyone. I hope he is at
peace and that your families have many great memories of him. Betty Hovik Arnold

Albert bundt

May 30, 2011

Al: Thank you for your many years of service but most of all for your friendship.You always did more than what was required in everything. Al Bundt 129

May 30, 2011

The Al's Family,
On behalf of Fire Dist. #12, our sincere sympathy goes to each of you. For Al, thank you for your years of service and dedication to FD #12. RIP Fire Service Brother.
Kay Smith, (ret'd) FD #12 Fire Commissioner

Don & Helen Swan

May 29, 2011

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

May 28, 2011

Al was a good man who listened to everybody. Always happy to make everyone else happy. Enjoyed being Santa to the kids, he was my friend for 9 years and he will be missed.
Deborah Bogart

Gerri Johnson

May 27, 2011

Sally, you have my deepest sympathy. I am here for you.

Ellie Hazen

May 27, 2011

You are gone and I know many many people feel the loss. I want them all to know that you were with your Brother Masons where you enjoyed being and you were with friends who loved you. I know that you are in a much better place for sure.

Stormy Gettmann

May 27, 2011

Mr. Dispatcher, suspenders and all. That's what I remember, Sweaty man always on a mission to finish what he was signed to do and accomplish what he started very well. Always a smile on his face and I would talk about things he would look at me, emberrest his head would shake go down, laugh and walk away. Great man he was. Very sad and our preys are there for family and friends. Old friend from ATS.

Terri Knowles

May 27, 2011

Aunt Sally and family, my heart goes out to you, my thoughts & prayers are with you daily. Uncle Bud was always the kindest man to me, I will never forget the fun times nor what a genuine man he was. I know how much he loved you Aunt Sally. Heaven has another angel & a new star in the heavens. RIP Uncle Bud.

A S

May 27, 2011

Al always shared his love of the outdoors with anyone willing to take a chair. Thanks for your service. A.S. Marysville

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