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Randy Stowe Obituary

Nov. 9, 1944 passed away at home Oct 10, 2010 after a three and half year battle with Glioblastoma Multiforme. In 1980 he bought his first computer and developed a Bowling League Management program Bowl lOl for his wife. In 1988 he put the program out in the shareware market, and later he sold the program on the internet on his Bowll01.com website. In 1992 after buying a piece of property and having a new home built, he quit his job of 29 years with the Pacific Lumber Co. so he could devote his time to his Bowling Program, making sure that all of his users needs were met. At the time of his diagnosis he had over 5000 registered users worldwide. He took great pride in everything he did, including doing magic tricks, bowling, playing golf and woodworking projects. He always had a smile and a twinkle in his eyes. He is survived by his wife of 45 years Sue, rent a kids Ashley and Shawna Lourenzo and rent a baby Rhea Scott. Special friends Joy, Ronda, Cindy, Verna, Roy, Bill, Juanita, Jim, Jane, Tom, Jana, Mel, Johnnie, Bob, Lynette, Dottie and Dave. Thank you for being there. Special thanks to Donna Hibbard for coming to the house and doing his blood draws Dr. Robert O'Donnell at U.C. Davis Cancer Center for being a great doctor and friend. Survived by a son, daughter-in-law, granddaughter and grandson. At Randy's request no services will be held. Donations in his memory may be made to Kiwanis Family House, 2875 50th St., Sacramento, Ca. 95817 Arrangements under the care of Goble's Fortuna Mortuary, Fortuna, CA. Please sign the guest book at www.Times-Standard.com, click obits.

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Published by Times-Standard on Oct. 13, 2010.

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Peter Fisher

October 23, 2010

I miss Randy as friend and will sorely miss my discusions with him on the Bowling Program, and life in general.

Pete Fisher

Cindy & Albert Morgan

October 19, 2010

Sue, Tracy & Family
I was so sorry to hear about Randy. All of you are friends and Randy was always my computer friend.I was fortunate to live in Rio Dell with the family until they moved to Palmer Blvd. I was also lucky to visit his new home and his computer room to see how he worked on the bowling software. I will also miss seeing him up at the Casino with his computer while Sue was gambling. I always will remember his smile and twinkling eyes. I will miss him.

October 15, 2010

Thanks for all the tricks and jokes "magic man" We're going to miss the twinkle in your eyes and the smile that went with it. Johnnie & Mel

Sharon Todd Maher

October 15, 2010

Sue, Tracy and Family,
I was so sorry to hear about Randys passing. When I think of him I remember what a huge smile he always had and his ever present humor. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him. The world was a better place because of his bright presence. God Bless and may Randy Rest In Peace.

October 14, 2010

Sue, Tracy and family. We are sorry to hear of Randy's passing away. May your hearts be filled with memories of happy times spent together. Don, Barb, and family

October 13, 2010

Tracy.Caprice,Lexie & Little Celton for every tear that falls..there's a prayer in our hearts for all of you.We are so sorry for your loss. Love Ya..Shayne & Kathy Monroe

Greg, Vickie & Dylan Lourenzo

October 13, 2010

Sue, Tracy and Family...We are so sorry to hear of Randy's passing. He was a wonderful, funny, great guy. Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers.

Donald Fregeau

October 13, 2010

Dear Sue and family:
So sad to hear about Randys passing. I will miss his quick smile and sense of humor. He was always ready to help me with some computer issue.

Steve Fregeau

October 13, 2010

Rest in peace Randy. Your were always a big help whenever I needed computer advice. It is so sad to learn of your passing. I will be praying for your family. You will be missed.

Kay Reckord Ames

October 13, 2010

Dear Sue and family
I was so sorry to read of Randy's passing. He was a great guy and my love and prayers are with you. Everyone locally really appreciated all he did for bowling that helped a great deal with keeping the records with his computer program.

Terri Oliver-Sommers

October 13, 2010

Sue,
My thoughts are with you. Randy was a great guy.

Mike and Maggie Todd

October 13, 2010

Tracy, Caprice, Lexi and Kelten, Please know you are in our hearts and prayers at this difficult time. Your Dad, father-in-law and grandpa will be missed. We will never forget his smile. God bless each one of you.

gary spaeth

October 13, 2010

sue, sorry to hear about randy, you know he is in a great place now. still remember the first time he came to my house to help me with my computer. He showed my kids these magic tricks and they were amased. He was such a good guy.

Donna and Jack Nunes

October 13, 2010

So sorry to hear Randy passed. He put up a great fight. Our prayers are with you.

Dennis Palmer

October 13, 2010

So sorry to hear of Randys passing. He was truly a super, GREAT Guy. And as You say; always had a smile on his face. We will all miss Him. May God bless. You are both in our hearts and prayers.

Gwen Nickel

October 13, 2010

Sue:
We are so sorry for your loss, Randy was a great guy. Our love and prayers are with you.

Gwen & Lyle Nickel

Sharrie King

October 13, 2010

Sue, my thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. I'm sure as stated, Randy is showing off his magic tricks to an audience that will be forever entertained.

Bill Linn

October 13, 2010

Sue,
You and Randy have been wonderful friends to Dottie these past years. My thoughts are with you at this difficult time.

Bill Linn

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