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Gilbert Bowe Obituary
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Memories and Condolences
for Gilbert Bowe
7 Entries
Jason Logan
May 11, 2009
In the many many years i have known Gil, he was always understanding and patient with everyone. A very honorable and upstanding person. Very hard to not like Gil, his personality was just a get happy magnet. I know he is resting well and peacefull now. Gil you will be missed
Leane Dalgleish
May 11, 2009
Although I was just beginning to know Gil and his adorable wife Linda, they immediately made me feel warm and welcome into their home. I asked Gilley if he would be interested in making me a reining saddle. He jumped at the opportunity and the two came out to meet us. Gilley brought his golden book of saddles he made over the years with him to show me. I knew he was good. I had been told. But I never imagined. But I knew. In my heart I knew this man was brought to me for a reason. I'll always remember the day I went to look at my saddle in his shop. The smell of fine leather, just like his hands. The old tools he kept sharp and refined, just like his mind. His grin from ear to ear as he laughed when I wouldn't get my butt off the saddle. I then began to wonder about this man. And in that moment, I knew I had found a friend I would cherish for the rest of my life. Gillie was a man who didn't need to say too much, he just knew things. I wanted to hear it all, all the stories about him in the saddle, the rides, the broncs, the bulls, the friendships along the way. In all that wisdom , I knew there were so many stories I was aching to hear. I saw all the buckles, all the trophy's, all the news stories about this legendary man and cowboy. I was awestruck. It was then it all came together. I was indeed in great company.
I am proud to say, I have the last original Gil Bowe saddle he ever made. I will cherish it as I will cherish him. Every ride I am on, Gillie will be with me, riding silently, and grinning from ear to ear. I will miss you Gil, thank you and Linda for being for being my friends. I'll be the one on Old Paint. Love, Leane.
John and Debbie Traquair (Read)
May 9, 2009
Gil was a man treasured by us all. His kindness and love for everyone never went unnoticed. Our sympathy to the Bowe family. You will have a beautiful angel watching over all of you.
Sincerely
Russell & Shannon Turnbull
May 9, 2009
A legend of the arena! Gilly always had a smile and a word of encouragement that meant alot to us younger folks in our earlier years of competition. We will remember you always! Our condolences to the family.
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Calvin Read
May 9, 2009
Gil was a fine judge and competitor and will be missed dearly.I feel privleged to have known Gil.My sympathy's to the family.
Kimberly Lee
May 8, 2009
Never far from my heart will be Gilly or Wayne. I remember well the spirit of such fine men. My very deepest sympathy’s to the Bowe family.
Rhonda Anderson
May 6, 2009
Legend is an understatement!!!This man deserves a grand entry to heaven.Respected by all ..it wasn't a rodeo if Gilly and his two appy's didnt show up...Every cowboy or girl was welcome to ride Gillys horses.. What a king he was.. and a legend in all of our lives.. Gilly you will live on in my heart for ever as well as everyone else.Heartfelt love to the family. Gilly is missed already in the arena of life..keep Ridin' Gil Bowe,for you will always have a good horse to ride.
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