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David J. Bowers

1936 - 2020

David J. Bowers obituary, 1936-2020, Everett, WA

David Bowers Obituary

David James Bowers David James Bowers, age 83, a longtime resident of Everett, WA passed away Saturday, March 14, 2020 following a lengthy illness. David was born June 21, 1936 at the Pauline Harpole Maternity Home to Army parents, Adam and Henrietta (Capaan) Bowers. David lived at Fort Casey until the age of 10 when the family moved to Coupeville, WA where he graduated from high school in 1955. He served in the US Air Force for four years. The service provided an opportunity to visit many parts of the world. Upon discharge from the military, David attended Pacific Lutheran University where he majored in chemistry and mathematics. He obtained his degree and teaching certificate from Seattle Pacific University. David earned his Master's degree from Seattle University and further graduate studies were completed at Penn State University. He dedicated his working life to teaching and served as an Administrator in the Northshore School District. He retired in 1993 after 30 years of devoted work. David was an avid golfer and enjoyed traveling. David was preceded in death by wives, Barbara Bowers and Nobuko Bowers; parents, Adam and Henrietta Bowers and sister, Betty Baker. He is survived by sisters, Pauline Rohde of La Conner, WA, Susan (Tim) Boone of Sedro Woolley, WA, Rebecca (Jim) Wood of Coupeville, WA and several nieces and nephews. Private interment will take place at Sunnyside Cemetery, Coupeville WA. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Hospice of the Northwest, The Michael J. Fox Foundation or your favorite charity.

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Published by The Herald (Everett) from Mar. 22 to Mar. 23, 2020.

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Susan Bowers Boone

March 18, 2025

My brother, there is not a day goes by that I don't think of you.

Brock Zylstra

August 27, 2020

I am sorry to have found this so late. I am sorry for his loss. He was a great teacher (Geometry ‘85). It turns out that he and my Dad (also a teacher) had been classmates in Coupeville and knew each other. I knew him as a kind, sensitive, soul with a great sense of humor. All the best to his family!!

Connie Morgan

April 16, 2020

Today we discovered that our long time neighbor and friend had passed on. Leaves kind of an empty feeling whenever we look over at his home. We always enjoyed Dave and his sense of humor. He will be missed and we know we will see him again, further on down the line of time.
Blessings to Dave and his family,
Dan and Connie Morgan

Susan Boone

April 16, 2020

Be at peace my brother...

Linda MacDonald

April 5, 2020

Mr. Bowers was a wonderful teacher and very helpful to my further education pursuits. If it wasn't for his kindness and guidance I may never have become a Dental Hygienist. His faith was also an encouragement to me as a student.

Pete Bower

March 27, 2020

We have missed Dave on the golf course the last few years due to his health. He was a joy to be around and would always laugh when I referred to him as "Horse"

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