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Robert Bowles Obituary
BOWLES,
Robert
Hampton
1938-2011
Robert Hampton Bowles, age 73, of Spokane Washington died peacefully in his sleep on Friday, May 6, 2011. His memorial service will be held at 1:00 pm on Thursday, May 12, 2011, at St. Mark's Lutheran Church, 24th and Grand Blvd., Spokane, WA.
Robert (Bob) was born April 21, 1938, in Spokane, WA. A graduate from North Central High School, he was a star quarterback. Bob also enjoyed playing softball, was an avid golfer, loved fishing on Lake Pend O'reille and fly fishing on the smaller area lakes. He attended the University of Washington and remained a diehard Husky fan.
In 1962, Bob married Sally Bane in Ogden, UT and had three children together, Tamara Bowles Marshall, Bradley Bowles and Christopher Bowles. They later divorced in 1992. Bob married Linda Locke in 1998 who remained with him until his passing.
Bob started with State Farm Insurance on March 20, 1966, the day his son Brad was born. He had a long successful career with State Farm as an Agent, Agency Manager, Agency Director and Agency Field Executive. He retired from State Farm in 1998 after 32 years.
Surviving are his wife, Linda; his children Tammy Bowles Marshall (husband Russ), Brad Bowles (wife Susan) and Chris Bowles (wife Tara); his grandchildren Brian, Nicholas, Madison, Emma, Hannah and Grayson. Also surviving are Linda's daughters, Cristen Locke-Avlonitis (husband Tony) their children Kostas and Chloe as well as Lauren Locke and her son Payton.
In lieu of flowers please send donations to the Alzheimer's Association.
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Memories and Condolences
for Robert Bowles
Bill Walton
December 6, 2011
I didn't know Bob too well but was ion theater
with Sally Bowles. Lost track of them and
would like any information....
[email protected]
May 26, 2011
Dean & Elene Bradford
May 13, 2011
Linda, I am so sorry for your loss. Bob was one of a kind! You always knew where you stood with Bob, and I respected him very much for that. Had some really good times with you guys. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Pam Kelly
May 13, 2011
Linda, We are sorry we were not able to attend the service. Bob was a good friend for many years. He had a positive affect on our lives and will be missed. Love, Jim and Diane Skaggs
Ralph and Cathy Householder
May 11, 2011
Remembering many good times.
Annie Bradford
May 11, 2011
Bob was such a warm guy. He was one of the first to really welcome Mark and I into the State Farm Family. Oh the trip memories! They are having a good time in heaven now! God bless
Trina Hmura
May 11, 2011
To Bob's Family,
You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Bob was a very special person and always genuinely kind in all my years working with him at State Farm. He will be missed.
CK Fitch
May 11, 2011
To Bob's family...I was so saddened to hear of your loss. Bob was one of my very special friends - a long association through State Farm. He was one of the "good old guys" and such a fun-loving guy! He will be missed so much. May God bless you all and bring great comfort and strength to you.
Lisa Larrick
May 10, 2011
Rest in Peace Bob...
Terry Rigsby
May 10, 2011
Dear Linda and Family,
Mr Bob Bowles was a wonderful person and friend. He was my coach and a second dad at specials times in my life. Tammy, Brad, and Chris I'm sorry for your lost. I have always treasured the memories with your Dad and all of you.He will not be forgotten and I will always cherished the memories of him. My Deepest Sympathy and Love to all of you. Rest in Peace my friend
Marge Farmer
May 10, 2011
At this time of loss, so many cherished memories flood my mind. What a wonderful person. He will never be forgotten and will always be loved.
Blessings to each of you.
Mike O'Halloran
May 9, 2011
Dear Linda and family, I met Bob at the Yakima State Farm office in April of 1984. When we left the meeting he turned to me and said "I like you..you're hired". I had no idea what I was getting into but he sure made it exciting. I never wanted to let him down. He gave me the chance of a lifetime and I will always be grateful. Peace and joy to you as you treasure the memories.
Liz Calafiore
May 9, 2011
Dear Linda, I'm so sorry for your and your family's loss. Bob sounded like a wonderful and fun person who lived a full life. With thoughts of sympathy and love, Liz Calafiore
Brent, Tim, Megan, & Cathy
May 9, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family, we know that he will be greatly missed.
Tammy Marshall Agency
Rick Baldini
May 9, 2011
Bob had an impact on many of us. He could be a tough customer, but all he wanted was everybody to be their best. I also remember when he walked out of my agency interview. I didn't know it, but Bob felt I was 'in' and he didn't see the need to sit through the rest of the interview. A bit unnerving if you are the interviewee!! Rest peacefully Bob.
Jack & Monta Bell
May 9, 2011
From our first days with State Farm, Bob was just like family to us. We will miss his smiling face and the fun times.
Linda Roth
May 8, 2011
Linda, I will never forget the day Bob called to tell me that he finally had and Agency opening in Yakima. After a year and a half as newlyweds, commuting over the pass on the weekends, Tony and I could finally be together. After he gave me the good news he called my Dad and told him he felt me give him the biggest hug right through the phone. I hope you can feel my hug right now. With much love and sympathy for you and the entire family.
Kent Boothman
May 8, 2011
Bob gave me the opportunity to work with State Farm, which I did for 34 years and had a great career. He was a good manager and I am thankful for helping our family.
Debbie Daniels
May 8, 2011
Dear Linda and family,
I will never forget the time Bob, and Mike Mandick, came to our home in University Place to appoint me as a State Farm Agent. We were sitting in our family room, where Bob flung his leg over the arm of the chair he was sitting in, and asked me why I wanted to be a State Farm Agent. I loved him immediately!
I will always cherish the memories, trips, friendship, and opportunity Bob brought into our lives.
With much love,
Debbie and Craig Daniels
colin andrews
May 8, 2011
Linda, I will cherish the memories that I shared with Bob in our careers with state farm. So many memories. He will be missed but always rembered. Colin Andrews
May 8, 2011
Linda, I will always cherish the memories that I shared with Bob at North Central High school homeroom for 4 years. I am sure that he an Sonny are reminiscing about their escapes during those wonderful 50s'. He will be greatly missed but always remembered by those of us that knew him. My heartfelt sympathy to you and the family. Love, Elaine Dahl Thrush
Tammy Marshall
May 8, 2011
Love you, daddy.
May 8, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with you Linda. We are saddened by your loss and the waning days you endured with Bob's illness. We love you - Celia & Sonny
May 8, 2011
Jerry and Ann Gibson will forever cherish our fun times with Bob and Linda and know that Bob is now in a much better place with golf club in hand.
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