Gordon A. Bowers

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Gordon Bowers Obituary

Gordon A. BOWERS Gordon peacefully passed away February 21 after a brief illness at the age of 93. He was born and raised in Centralia WA where he met and married Edith his loving and supportive wife of 73 years. During WWII he served in theAir Force and upon returning home he continued his studies at Seattle Pacific University and the University of Washington. Advanced degrees in Education led him to serve as teacher, principal and business administrator for the Shoreline School District. After 30 years of loyal service he retired in 1978. An advocate for education to the present time he authored the Health section of the Sno-King School Retirees Association Newsletter. In recognition for outstanding services, Gordon received two Golden Acorn Awards, the Crystal Apple Award from the Shoreline Schools Foundation and the AARP Outstanding Service to Community Award. Gordon and Edith where on the Founders List to Seattle Pacific University's Fund. They enjoyed gardening, family gatherings, RV trips, world travel and many home and apartment construction projects. Gordon was welcomed into heaven by his wife Edith and his son Wayne. He is survived by daughters Dolores (Leo) Valenzuela of Shoreline, Gloria (Jim) Kraft of Redmond and daughter- in- law Cynthia Murdoch of Camano Island. Grandchildren Cynthia (Bob) Follette of Edmonds, Tony Valenzuela of Tacoma, Nick (Jenay) Valenzuela of Puyallup, Arnie (Blaine) Valenzuela of University Place, Vince Valenzuela of Shoreline, Scott (Katie) Kraft of Seattle and Bryan (Barb) Kraft of Albany OR. He also leaves six great-grandchildren, Aaron Kraft, Valenzuela girls, Ally, Rebecca, Manni, Fina and Ella. Sister-in-law Rene Benton, brother-in- law Vernon (Lillian) Benton, many nephews and nieces, friends and Suzy the kitty.He will be deeply missed. Thanks to the wonderful staff at Swedish Edmonds and Rite-Aid Pharmacy. For almost thirty years Gordon and Edith were frequent diners at Denny's Lynwood where the staff was like family. We are grateful for your personal care and compassion. At his request we leave you with this message - "IT WAS A PLEASURE TO HAVE SHARED IN THE LIVES OF SO MANY PEOPLE". Remembrance Gifts would be appreciated to the Sno-King School Retirees Scholarship Fund, 11227 Goodwin Way NE, Seattle WA 98125 or the Shoreline Public Schools Foundation, 18560-First Ave. NE, Shoreline WA, 98155.

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Published by The Seattle Times on Mar. 4, 2012.

Memories and Condolences
for Gordon Bowers

4 Entries

March 11, 2012

My heartfelt sympathy to the Bowers family on the loss of your dear father. My father, Millard McGladrey, worked under Gordon at Shoreline as the district's foreman electrician. According to my father, Mr. Bowers was a gem, genuine, fair, and consistent in maintaining the best conditions for his employees. My parents frequently would greet Gordon and Edith at Denny's Lynnwood. Our family was very pleased and honored to have Gordon attend and speak at my father's funeral. Gordon radiated such love and warmth in so many ways. It was truly a pleasure to have shared a portion of Gordon's life's journey. Most sincerely, Sally McGladrey Bjornson Kingston, WA

Richard Atherton

March 11, 2012

Gordon Bowers has been my neighbor for a very long time. He and I would often stop and talk in the street when he would be out working in his garden, or getting the days mail from his mailbox on my side of the street. He was always very pleasant, with never an unkind thing to say about anyone. I have lived here for over 34 years, and I can easily say that Gordon was always the nicest neighbor to me. He will be missed in this neighborhood.

Honoring Those Who Served-Ministry

Chaplain Richard Reuer

March 5, 2012

I wish to extend to you and members of your family my deepest sympathy on your loss. May the Lord's loving promises comfort you and give you strength as you walk through this difficult time.

"HONORING THOSE WHO SERVED-MINISTRY"
Chaplain Richard Reuer
1206 6th St SW
Minot, ND 58701

J. Scott Handy

March 4, 2012

I remember Mr. Bowers when he was my principal at Briarcrest Elementary. The year was 1956, 56 years ago.
I have fond memories of the school and spending our recess time playing on the dirt field then Mr. Bowers would appear and begin playing with everyone. To me he was a giant in size with a very soft heart.

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